Manual HB ISM112 E

ISM 112
Instruction Manual
ISM112
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General warning and safety instructions:
Dear customer,
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this opportunity to familiarize you with the following ground rules:
1.
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with instructions, i.e. in accordance with the technical conditions of operation, as described in the corresponding
product documentation.
2.
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corresponding chapter of this manual and observe its instructions.
3.
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4.
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particular, correspondingly qualified specialists may only make electrical connections. Here, the appropriate
installation provisions in accordance with the relative national Electrical Engineers construction regulations (e.g. VE,
[Austrian] VDE, [German]...) must be observed.
8.
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when disconnected from the power supply. This applies in particular to appliances which are normally supplied by
low-tension current.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS................................................................................................................. 8

On This Manual.....................................................................................................................................................8
Important Notice...................................................................................................................................................8
Contact for Inquiries..............................................................................................................................................8
2.
2.1.
2.2.
2.3.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................... 9

System Overview ..................................................................................................................................................9
Range of Application............................................................................................................................................ 11
Features of Performance...................................................................................................................................... 11
3.
3.1.
3.2.
3.3.
3.4.
3.5.
3.6.
3.7.
3.8.
3.9.
3.10.
3.11.
3.12.
3.13.
3.14.
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Mounting / Fixing ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Protective System................................................................................................................................................ 14
Ambient Temperature.......................................................................................................................................... 14
Front of the Appliance / Pin Assignment................................................................................................................ 15
Connection Technique ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Power Supply...................................................................................................................................................... 16
Grounding .......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Lightning Protection ............................................................................................................................................ 17
Bus Connection ................................................................................................................................................... 18
Sensor Connection .............................................................................................................................................. 19
Several Sensors at one Module............................................................................................................................. 19
Module Jack ICM 100........................................................................................................................................... 20
Cold Junction Terminal ICJ 108 ............................................................................................................................ 21
DC Decoupling .................................................................................................................................................... 21
4.
4.1.
4.2.
4.3.
4.4.
4.5.
4.6.
4.7.
4.8.
4.9.
4.10.
4.11.
STRUCTURE OF THE BUS TOPOLOGY ............................................................................................................ 22

Bus interface....................................................................................................................................................... 22
Bus Structure ...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Number of Parties ............................................................................................................................................... 24
Transmission Speed and Line Length .................................................................................................................... 24
Bus Cable ........................................................................................................................................................... 24
Bus Plug ............................................................................................................................................................. 25
Bus Termination.................................................................................................................................................. 25
Shielding ............................................................................................................................................................ 27
PC Bus Connection .............................................................................................................................................. 28
Equipotential Bonding.......................................................................................................................................... 28
Adjustment of Address and Baud Rate .................................................................................................................. 29
5.
5.1.
5.2.
5.3.
5.4.
5.5.
5.6.
5.7.
5.8.
SIGNAL PROCESSING..................................................................................................................................... 31
Analog Inputs ..................................................................................................................................................... 31
Analog Output..................................................................................................................................................... 31
Digital Inputs/Outputs ......................................................................................................................................... 32
Voltage Output (UFORCE) ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Internal Reference Voltage................................................................................................................................... 33
Internal Processing.............................................................................................................................................. 33
Measurement Rate .............................................................................................................................................. 35
Signal Preparation ............................................................................................................................................... 35
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6.
6.1.
6.2.
6.3.
6.4.
6.5.
6.6.
6.7.
6.8.
6.9.
6.10.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................................................36
Analog Input Variable.......................................................................................................................................... 36
Analog Output Variable ....................................................................................................................................... 45
Digital Input Variable .......................................................................................................................................... 46
Digital Output Variable ........................................................................................................................................ 52
Arithmetic Channel.............................................................................................................................................. 56
Setpoint Variable ................................................................................................................................................ 58
Alarm Variable .................................................................................................................................................... 58
Controller Variable .............................................................................................................................................. 58
Threshold Values ................................................................................................................................................ 58
Error Handling .................................................................................................................................................... 58
7.
7.1.
7.2.
7.3.
7.4.
EXAMPLES FOR APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................59

Measurement of Temperature with Pt100 Sensor ..................................................................................... 59
Measurement of Temperature with Thermocouples ....................................................................................... 60
Measurement of Pressure with KPY10 Sensor........................................................................................................ 62
Revolution Counting............................................................................................................................................ 63
8.
8.1.
8.2.
8.3.
INITIATION AND TEST ...................................................................................................................................65

Before Connecting the Supply .............................................................................................................................. 65
After Connecting the Supply ................................................................................................................................ 65
Configuration of the Sensor Module...................................................................................................................... 65
9.
9.1.
9.1.1.
9.1.2.
9.1.3.
9.1.4.
9.2.
9.2.1.
9.2.2.
9.2.3.
9.2.4.
9.2.5.
9.3.
9.3.1.
9.3.2.
9.3.3.
9.4.
9.4.1.
9.4.2.
9.4.3.
9.4.4.
COMMUNICATION...........................................................................................................................................66
General .............................................................................................................................................................. 66
Bus Interface...................................................................................................................................................... 66
Bus Protocol ....................................................................................................................................................... 66
Character Formats .............................................................................................................................................. 66
Output Format.................................................................................................................................................... 67
ASCII-Protocol .................................................................................................................................................... 69
Transmission Sequence ....................................................................................................................................... 69
Telegram Format ................................................................................................................................................ 70
Instruction Set.................................................................................................................................................... 72
Instruction Parameters ........................................................................................................................................ 73
Sample Program ................................................................................................................................................. 74
PROFIBUS-Protocol ............................................................................................................................................. 75
Telegram Format ................................................................................................................................................ 76
Instruction Set.................................................................................................................................................... 78
MODBUS-Protocol ............................................................................................................................................... 82
Telegram Format ................................................................................................................................................ 83
Instruction Set.................................................................................................................................................... 83
Register Contents ............................................................................................................................................... 87
10.
10.1.
10.2.
10.3.
10.4.
10.5.
10.6.
10.7.
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................91
Power Supply ..................................................................................................................................................... 91
Signal Inputs/Outputs ......................................................................................................................................... 91
Signal Processing ................................................................................................................................................ 91
Force Output ...................................................................................................................................................... 91
Analog Inputs (4 per Module) .............................................................................................................................. 91
Analog Output (1 per Module).............................................................................................................................. 92
Digital Inputs/Outputs (2 pro Module) .................................................................................................................. 93
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10.8.
10.9.
10.10.
10.11.
10.12.
10.13.
Bus Interface: ..................................................................................................................................................... 93

Operating Conditions:.......................................................................................................................................... 93
Electromagnetic Compatibility: ............................................................................................................................. 94
Shell: ................................................................................................................................................................. 94
Circuit: ............................................................................................................................................................... 94
Accessories / Notice for Orders: ........................................................................................................................... 94
11. SIMPLIFIED DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................................ 96

11.1. Front View .......................................................................................................................................................... 96
11.2. Side View ........................................................................................................................................................... 96
A.
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR ANALOG SENSORS FOR ISM 112 ................................................................ 97
B.
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR DIGITAL SENSORS FOR ISM 112 ................................................................ 98
C.
CONFIGURATION TABLE FOR ISM 112 ......................................................................................................... 99
D.
ACCURACY / RESOLUTION / NOISE / LINEARITY / T-DRIFT.................................................................... 100
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1.
GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS
1.1. On This Manual

The manual for the appliance on hand contains all important information concerning the function, installation and
initiation of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112.
Descriptions of the Configuration Software ICP100 are available as a short description on CD with the PC-software.
1.2. Important Notice

Make sure to use the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 exclusively in accordance with the notices, technical data and
operating conditions mentioned in this manual. In case of inexpert handling or wrong application possible disturbances,
measuring errors, effects on or from other appliances and facilities as well as possible endangering of human lives or
tangible assets cannot be excluded!
Therefore if you have not yet worked with the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112, you should first of all study the
manual on hand thoroughly. While initiating or operating the appliance or in case service is required always observe the
notices given in this manual.
Please note further that there are other special regulations to be observed in case of application in potentially explosive
surroundings (EExe, EExi, ...). These are not, however, the subject of this manual, which only explains the general use
of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112.
1.3. Contact for Inquiries

In case of inquiries concerning the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 please turn to the branch in charge for you or
directly to one of the Gantner Instruments-branch offices. The addresses, phone and fax numbers are located on the
inner side of the cover.
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
2.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
2.1. System Overview

The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 is part of a complete system for the distributed recording and processing of
sensor signals and digital status information. The general term for this system of Intelligent Sensor Modules is "ISM".
Several system variants of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM are available for the various applications. Basically these
variants are distinguished by the number of their digital and analog inputs and outputs, by the number of configurable
sensor variables, by their display options and operating variants and by the number of arithmetic functions. Thus there
are two series of devices at the moment:
The modules of the series "100", where the ISM 111, ISM 112, IDL 100 and IDL 101 belong to, are free configurable,
multi-variable sensor modules.
An overview of the current variants of the sensor modules will be shown on table 2.1.
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sensor modules
power supply
power supply
dc-decoupling to analog part
dc-decoupling to digital part
inputs / outputs
analog inputs
analog outputs
digital inputs
digital outputs
digital inputs/outputs
relay outputs, make contact
relay outputs, break contact
relay outputs, change over con.
force output, sensor supply out.
measuring functions
voltage measurements
current measurements
resistance measurements
resistance bridge measurements
potentiometric measurements
thermocouple with external comp.
thermocouple with internal comp.
digital status in
frequency measurement
up counter
up/down counter
quadrature counter
digital status out
PWM-output
sensor variables
number
communication
bus interface
Configuration program
additional functions
arithmetical functions
PID controller
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+10..30 VDC
500 V
500 V
+10..30 VDC
500 V
500 V
4
4
5 VDC / 50 mA
4
0 .. 22 mA
2
5 VDC / 50 mA
0 .... 10 V
0 .. 25 mA
0 ... 20 k
0 ... 1V/V
0 ... 1V/V
yes
with ICJ 108
yes
0 ... 25 kHz
0 ... 25 kHz
0 ... 2 kHz
0 ... 2 kHz
yes
0 ... 100%
0 ... 10 V
0 .. 25 mA
0 ... 20 k
0 ... 1V/V
0 ... 1V/V
yes
with ICJ 108
yes
0 ... 25 kHz
0 ... 25 kHz
0 ... 2 kHz
0 ... 2 kHz
yes
0 ... 100%
12 / 16
12 / 16
RS-485
RS-485
extended
no
extended
yes
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2.2. Range of Application

The most varying measurement tasks can easily be solved by means of the different analog inputs and in combination
with the force output, which provides the local power supply for the transducers. Some typical applications are e.g.
measurement of temperature via resistance pyrometers or thermocouples, pressure measuring by means of wire strain
gauges, or position measuring and weight measurement by displacement transducers and force transducers. With
these applications the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 supports measuring methods with 2-, 3- and 4-wire
technique and measuring methods with 4- and 6-wire bridge connection. With measurements of temperature via
thermocouples you can also work with an internal cold junction compensation (referred to terminals) in addition to the
external cold junction compensation. The preparation of signals required in accordance with the sensors used, such as
amplification, linearization, offset correction etc. can be adjusted individually per software. An external amplifier is not
required.
The digital signal inputs can be used, among other things, to connect switches, approximation initiators, digit emitters
and oscillators. Thus status indications can be collected and tasks like e.g. position measuring, displacement
measurements, angular measurements, frequency measurements and timings can be carried out.
All data can be transmitted via the integrated RS485 communication interface to an overriding control (PLC) or to a
computer (PC). Up to 127 modules can be connected with the two-wire line over distances of several 100 m (328 ft).
At the same time the communication interface serves the purpose of centrally programming and configuring the
Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM for the concrete application via bus from a PC. A corresponding Configuration Software
ICP 100, executable on usual commercial PCs under Windows, is part of the ISM-system.
2.3. Features of Performance

The features of performance of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 are the following:
Function:
measurement inputs for all common types of sensors
several and different sensors can be connected simultaneously
measured values are monitored as to programmable threshold values
PID-controller function
detection of sensor errors or line break
detection of communication errors
programmable error handling
Inputs and Outputs:

4 analog inputs
1 analog output
2 digital inputs/outputs (configurable)
voltage output for sensor supply
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Power Supply:
power supply: +10...30 VDC
all connections protected against excess voltage, excess current and polarity conversion
dc decoupling between power supply, analog inputs, analog output and RS485-bus interface
Display and Operation:

status-LED for digital inputs/outputs
status-LED for operation and malfunction
measured quantity display and parametrization with infrared remote control
Measured Value Processing:

linearization, scaling and conversion into physical units carried out by the sensor module
option to adjust, modify or set the processing parameters individually
programmable filtering function
programmable averaging
non-volatile storage for program, parameters and data
Configuration:
configurable with PC-software under Windows
menu-driven sensor selection in plain text
free configuration of altogether 16 variables, with Profibus-DP protocol only 12 channels
data base for the most common sensors
definition of user-specific sensors
default of type of measurement and principle of measurement
display of pin assignment
input of linearization
setting the limit values
programmable error handling
arithmetic combination of sensor variables
maximum and minimum indicator function
configuration on file (offline-operation)
configuration via bus (online-operation)
Programming:
loading of a new download program
allocation of address, baud rate, character format and protocol via bus
automatic search for all connected sensor modules independent from the defined bus parameters
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Communication:
integrated RS 485 communication interface
autonomous functioning independent of overriding systems
definition of the transmission protocol (ASCII, PROFIBUS and MODBUS)
definition of the telegram format (startbit/stopbit/length/parity)
definition of the output format (field length/decimals/unit)
simple instruction set
Shell:
compact structural shape
attractive design
fast mounting
snap-on mounting on DIN rail 35 mm (1.4 inch)
protection system IP20
detachable terminal strip
separate Cold Junction Terminal
Module Jack
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3.
INSTALLATION
3.1. Mounting / Fixing

The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 of the series "100" has a snap-on mounting for installation on standard profile
rails 35 mm (1.4 inch) according to DIN EN 50022. The installation position can be chosen at will.
The mounting on the DIN rail will be performed by the four straps on the back side of the module. First you push the
two straps on the bottom behind the notch of the DIN rail and then you press the module on the DIN rail until the two
straps on the top snap in.
In order to take the module off the DIN rail slide the module sideward off the rail or in case it is not possible lift the
module slightly so that the straps on the top get off the notch and the module can be taken off easily by pulling it off
the DIN rail.
For CSA-approved installations the modules are intended to be mounted completely inside another enclosure.
3.2. Protective System

The sensor modules have an IP20 protective system. If required by the operating site, the modules are to be installed
e.g. in a splash-proof or presswater-resistant shell, as known from electrical installation engineering.
3.3. Ambient Temperature

The permissible ambient temperature for the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 in operation ranges from -20C to
+60C. The permissible storage temperature is between -30C and +85C.
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3.4. Front of the Appliance / Pin Assignment

At the front of the ISM 112 there are the attachment accessories and display elements described in the following figure.
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 2
0V
I/O 1
B U S
ISM
+10..30V
1
2
(1) terminal strip

(2) LEDs I/O 1-4 (yellow)
SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG
112
INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE
RUN
ERR
Gantner
AGND
AGND
AGND
In 3
In 4
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
3
4
5
6
(3) LED RUN (green)

(4) LED ERR (red)
(6) Module Jack connection
1
Figure 3.1 Front of the appliance
terminal
A
B
+10..30 VDC
0 V
I/O 1
I/O 2
OUT +
OUT -
meaning
RS485-bus interface A
RS485-bus interface B
voltage supply +
voltage supply digital input/output 1
digital input/output 2
analog output +
analog output -
terminal
UFORCE
In 1
In 2
In 3
In 4
AGND
AGND
AGND
meaning
force output
analog input 1
analog input 2
analog input 3
analog input 4
analog ground
analog ground
analog ground
Table 3.1 Pin assignment
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3.5. Connection Technique

connection technique:
nominal cross section:
plug-in terminal screws

1.5 mm (0.002 square inch)
unifilar/fine-strand (AWG 16)
length on which the wire has to be stripped : 6 mm (0.2 inch)
The wires are connected with the module by means of terminals. The terminal screws are integrated captively into the
terminal strips. All terminal strips are pluggable and can be detached from the module.
The best way to take the plugable terminal strips off the module will be performed by assistance of a small screwdriver
placed as a lever between terminal strip and module front.
Not more than 2 leads should be connected with one clamp. In this case the leads should have the same conductor
cross section. For the binding of stranded wire we recommend the use of wire end ferrules.
Notice: The connection of the wiring respectively the plug out and plug in of the terminal strip is only allowed in a
power free status.
Notice: In order to prevent disturbing influences on the sensor signals and the module shielded wires have to be used
for the power supply, the bus connection and the signal lines.
3.6. Power Supply

U+
U-
Voltage Range
supply
+10 ... +30 VDC

Power Input
B U S
ISM
DIGITAL
External Protector
OUT -
OUT +
I/O 2
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 1
+10..30V
max. 2.7 W
max. 1 A (inert)
ANALOG
112
Internal
Protector
(reversible)
RUN
protection against
ERR
excess current
Gantner
excess voltage
AGND
AGND
AGND
In 4
In 3
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
polarity conversion
Figure 3.2 Connection of the distribution voltage
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Non-regulated dc voltage between +10 and +30 VDC is sufficient for the power supply of the modules. The input is
protected against excess voltage and current and against polarity conversion. The power consumption remains
approximately constant over the total voltage range, due to the integrated switching regulator.
Due to their low current consumption (max. 150 mA at 10 VDC) the modules can also be remote-fed via longer lines.
Several modules can be supplied parallel within the permissible voltage range and considering the voltage drop in the
lines. The supply lines can also be installed in one cable, together with the bus line, if required.
In order not to charge the distribution voltage of the modules unnecessarily and to avoid unnecessary line troubles, a
separate power supply is recommended for sensors with a large current requirement.
The distribution voltage for the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 has to be protected by fuse with 1 A (inert)
maximum.
3.7. Grounding
The shell of the Ingelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 has to be connected to earth. For this purpose an M3-thread for
attaching an grounding cable is located on the back side of the shell.
Back View
Earthing Connection
Figure 3.3 Grounding Connection at the ISM 112
3.8. Lightning Protection

If the supply, signal and data lines are installed between several buildings, appropriate protections against lightning
must be made, e.g. by:
laying the cables in metal tubes which are earthed on both sides
laying the cables in concrete cable ducts with fed-through arm
using a lightning-protected-wire
The lines must be wired with protection elements against excess voltage at the point where they are lead-in into a
building, e.g. with varistors or excess voltage conductors filled with rare gas.
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3.9. Bus Connection

In general the sensor module is connected with the bus by applying the signal leads A and B of the incoming bus cable
and A' and B' of the outgoing bus cable together to one terminal on the module (figure 3.4).
Alternatively the bus can also be connected by a "stub cable" (figure 3.5).
Owing to the removable terminal strip, the bus connection to other modules remains valid, even if one module is
replaced by another.
Notice: When connecting sensor module with the bus, the two bus interfaces A and B must not be interchanged.
Notice: The stub cable should be as short as possible, not longer than 30 cm (12 inch).
A'
B'
A
B
A'
B'
RS 485 bus connection
OUT -
I/O 1
OUT +
I/O 2
B U S
ISM
0V
+10..30V
A
B
112
B U S
ISM
AGND
In 4
AGND
AGND
In 3
UFORCE
In 2
A N A L O G
In 1
OUT -
I/O 1
OUT +
I/O 2
ERR
+10..30V
RUN
Gantner
0V
112
RUN
ERR
Gantner
AGND
In 4
AGND
AGND
In 3
In 2
In 1
UFORCE
A N A L O G
Figure 3.4 Connection of the ISM 112 to the bus
A'
B'
B U S
ISM
A
B
A'
B'
OUT -
OUT +
I/O 1
I/O 2
0V
+10..30V
A
B
112
B U S
AGND
In 4
AGND
AGND
In 3
UFORCE
In 1
In 2
A N A L O G
ISM
OUT -
OUT +
I/O 2
I/O 1
0V
ERR
RUN
Gantner
+10..30V
112
RUN
ERR
Gantner
AGND
AGND
In 4
AGND
In 3
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
Figure 3.5 Connection of the ISM 112 to the bus by a stub cable
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3.10. Sensor Connection

The analog and digital signal inputs and outputs are wired according to measurement task, to the transducer (sensor)
that is used, and to the number of connected sensors. The pinout arrangements for the various types of measurement
will be described in chapter 6. The respectively valid pin assignment is determined by means of the Configuration
Software ICP 100.
Since the digital outputs are "passive" the process of external elements always requires an external current supply. In
case of larger loads this should be independent of the module supply. At the connection of inductive loads a connection
with a free wheeling diode is recommended in order to prevent possible disturbances by e.g. induced voltage.
To the digital outputs you can connect directly: signal lamps, small relays, switching relays for larger loads, acoustic
signal installations, buzzer respectively beeper etc., as long as the connected loads are not exceeding the values
described in the technical specifications chapter 10.
Notice: Unused analog signal inputs must be connected to analog ground (AGND).
3.11. Several Sensors at one Module

Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM can simultaneously take up and process sensor signals from several heterogeneous
sensors simultaneously. As many sensors can be connected as there are analog and digital signal inputs and outputs
available. With the ISM 111 these are 6 sensors at the most, 4 analog and 2 digital sensors.
An overall view of the number of required analog and digital I/Os for the different measuring types is given in the tables
3.2 and 3.3.
measuring principles
single-ended measurement of voltage
differential measurement of voltage
current measurement
RTC 2-wire technique
resistance bridge in 4-wire technique
resistance bridge in 6-wire technique
potentiometric measurement
thermocouples with ext. compensation
thermocouples with int. compensation
cold junction for internal compensation
analog current output
number of required analog inputs

1
2
1
1
2
3
2
4
1
1
1
1
1
Table 3.2 Number of required analog inputs for the different

measuring principles with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112
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measuring principles
digital status recording
digital frequency measurement
digital progressive counter
digital up/down counter
digital quadrature counter
digital status output, host-controlled
digital status output, process-controlled
pulse-width modulated output
number of required digital I/Os

1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
Table 3.3 Number of required digital I/Os for the different

measuring principles with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112
3.12. Module Jack ICM 100

The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 of the line "100" have connection potential on the left and on the right side. Via
these the bus and the power supply can be led from one module to the next by means of the Module Jacks ICM 100.
This kind of bus connection and of power supply is particularly advantageous if several modules are mounted on one
common profile rail side by side. In this case the connection via the terminals can be dropped, except for one module.
It is also possible to connect different modules of the line "100" via Module Jacks (e.g. ISM 111 with ISM 111, ISM 112
and IDL 100)
Notice: It is necessary to take care of the flow of current at the Module Jack and Sensor Module that it is no higher
than permitted. Thus, the power supply preferably should be led to the center of the module line. For the ISM 112 it is
the same reason, that it is not allowed to connect more than 6 modules via the Module Jacks ICM 100 in one line.
0V
I/O 1
I/O 2
In 4
In 3
AGND
In 1
In 2
UFORCE
A N A L O G
AGND
In 3
In 4
AGND
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
AGND
+10..30V
ERR
Gantner
A N A L O G
AGND
AGND
In 3
A N A L O G
In 4
RUN
ERR
Gantner
DIN-rail 35 mm (1.4 inch)
SUPPLY DIGITAL
110
RUN
ERR
In 2
B U S
ISM
RUN
UFORCE
I/O 3
I/O 2
SUPPLY D I G I T A L
111
Gantner
In 1
I/O 4
0V
I/O 1
B U S
ISM
+10..30V
I/O 3
I/O 4
0V
I/O 1
I/O 2
SUPPLY D I G I T A L
111
AGND
B U S
ISM
+10..30V
A
B
U+
U-
Module Jack ICM 100
Figure 3.6 Connection of two Sensor Modules ISM 112 and one
Sensor Module ISM 111 by Module Jacks ICM 100
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3.13. Cold Junction Terminal ICJ 108

At temperature measuring via thermocouples the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 offer the possibility of an internal
cold junction compensation. For these purposes a separate terminal strip called ICJ 108 is available. The ICJ 108 must
be ordered additionally as a accessory part.
At temperature measuring via thermocouples with internal cold junction compensation the terminal strip for the analog
inputs simply will be replaced with the cold junction compensation terminal strip ICJ 108, which is colored green instead
of the common gray color in order to show the difference. A Pt100-resistance is placed between the terminal In4 and
AGND in the ICJ 108 - terminal strip. Via the resistance thermometer the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 determines
the terminal temperature and executes the cold junction compensation. By assistance of the cold junction compensation
ICJ 108 the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 is able to execute at the most three temperature measurements via the
internal cold junction compensation.
Figure 3.7 Cold Junction Terminal ICJ 108
3.14. DC Decoupling
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 2
0V
I/O 1
+10..30V
The power supply, the bus interface and the analog signal inputs are DC decoupled from each other. This can
schematically be described as shown in figure 3.8.
AGND
AGND
AGND
In 4
In 3
U+
U-
In 2
U+
UUFORCE
A
B
In 1
A
B
Figure 3.8 DC decoupling at the ISM 112 (schematic)
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STRUCTURE OF THE BUS TOPOLOGY
4.

The coupling of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 to a communication bus will be performed over an integrated
RS485 interface in the module. The bus topology is characterized by the following features:
Bus interface:
RS 485, half duplex
Bus topology:
line pattern, closed at both ends by the characteristic impedance, stub cable to the party max. 30 cm (12
inch).
Bus medium:
shielded, twisted pair cable
Transmission speed:
ASCII-protocol: 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 bps
PROFIBUS-protocol: 9.6 / 19.2 / 93.75 / 187.5 kbps
MODBUS-protocol: 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 kbps
Line length:
depends on the transmission speed, max. 1.2 km (0.75 miles) per bus segment, max. 4.8 km (3 miles) via a
physical bus string with 3 repeaters
Number of bus users:
max. 32 bus users per bus segment, max. 127 bus users via a physical bus string.
4.1. Bus interface

The bus interface in the sensor modules is an RS485 interface. Its advantages over traditional RS232 connections are a
larger number of users, its greater transmission speed, its greater immunity to interfering and the long line length that
are mostly required.
1200 m (3.900 ft)

1000 m (3.250 ft)
600 m (1.950 ft)
RS 422
RS 485
100 m (325 ft)
transmission
line length
10 m (32.5 ft)
187,5 K
RS 232
1K
10 K
100 K
1M
10 M
[bps]
transmission speed
Figure 4.1 Interrelation between transmission speed and line length
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4.2. Bus Structure

The bus structure is a line structure where each bus segment will be blanked off with characteristic impedance on both
ends. Branches can be build up over a bi-directional signal amplifier, so called repeater. Other than that branches are
not permitted (no tree topology). The max. stub to a user is not allowed to exceed 30 cm (12 inches).
The following figures show a few examples for a possible set-up of bus topologies. The meaning of the symbols is:
: bus user
: repeater
: bus termination.
.....
Figure 4.2 Simple line structure
.....
.....
.....
Figure 4.3 Extended line structure
...
Figure 4.4 Line structure with branches
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4.3. Number of Parties

The RS485 interface permits the simultaneous connection and operation respectively of a maximum of 32 bus users per
bus segment. Further bus segments can be constituted via bi-directional repeaters, and thus the number of bus users
can be raised to max. 127.
4.4. Transmission Speed and Line Length

The transmission speed with the Intelligent Sensor Modules can be adjusted between 2,400 bps and 187.5 kbps. The
permissible line lengths depend on the transmission speed. With transmission speeds lower than 93.75 kbps these line
lengths amount to 1,200 m (3,900 feet) per bus segment; with 187.5 kbps the line length is reduced to 600 m (1,900
feet) per bus segment (specifications according to USA-standard EIA RS422-A). Thus with lower baud rates and with 3
repeaters topologies with a dimension of max. 4.8 km (3 miles) can be set up.
transmission
speed
93.75 kbps
187.5 kbps
line length
without repeater
with 3 repeaters
max. 1,200 m (3,900 feet)
max. 4.8 km (3 miles)
max. 600 m (1,900 feet)
max. 2.4 km (1.5 miles)
Table 4.1 Interrelation between transmission speed and line length
Notice: These specifications refer to bus cables with a conductor cross section of 0.22 mm and a permissible signal
attenuation of max. 6 dB referred to the overall length. According to previous experience the line length can be twice as
long if a two-wire circuit with a conductor cross section of at least 0.5 mm is used.
4.5. Bus Cable

For setting up a bus topology a shielded twisted pair with at least two leads and the following electric characteristic
values must be used:
characteristic impedance:
operating capacity:
conductor cross section:
attenuation:
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100 ... 130 at f > 100 kHz

max. 60 pF/m
min. 0.22 mm (AWG 24)
max. 6 dB referred to the overall length
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4.6. Bus Plug

For installing the bus cable and the bus interface, 9-channel D-subminiature plugs and sockets are used. The pin
assignment for the RS485 connection according to PROFIBUS is given in table 4.2.
plug
1
DB 9
pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
RS485 notation
B / B
C / C
A / A
-
signal
Shield
RP
RxD/TxD-P
CNTR-P
DGND
VP
RP
RxD/TxD-N
CNTR-N
meaning
Shield, Protective Ground
Reserved for Power
Receive/Transmit-Data-P
Control-P
Data Ground
Voltage Plus
Reserved for Power
Receive/Transmit-Data-N
Control-N
Table 4.2 Pin assignment D-subminiature plug according to PROFIBUS
The signal leads A and B (and Shield) are absolutely obligatory for a (shielded) connection. All others can be installed
together with these signal leads if required.
4.7. Bus Termination

In order to avoid signal reflections on the bus, each bus segment has to be blanked off at its physical beginning and at
its end with the characteristic impedance. A terminating resistor Rt is installed between the bus leads A and B for this
purpose. In addition to that the bus lead A is connected via a pull-up resistor Ru to potential (VP) and the bus lead B is
connected via a pull-down resistor Rd to ground (DataGround). These resistors provide a defined quiescent potential in
case there is no data transmission on the bus. This quiescent potential is level high.
VP (6)
VP = +5V :
Ru
R u = 390 2%, at least
14
watt
Rt
R t = 150 2%, at least
14
watt
Rd
R d = 390 2%, at least
14
watt
A (8)
bus cable
B (3)
DGND (5)
Figure 4.5 Bus Termination
Notice: The figures in parentheses in figure 4.5 indicate the pin number for the connection via the 9-channel D-subminiature plug.
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The bus termination can be carried out in various ways.

It can either be carried out via external resistors and a separate power supply, independent of the module, according to
figure 4.5. In this case we recommend to use the indicated resistors for the bus termination.
Or the bus termination is connected with the bus users at the beginning and at the end of a bus line. Most of the RS
485 connections for controls, computers, repeaters, interface converters, etc. offer this possibility.
Also with the Intelligent Sensor Modules of the 100 series this possibility is given. Via the bus termination plug IBT
100 which is available as accessory and installed at the right port on the front side of the device, the bus termination at
this module can be additionally connected. Two jumpers, which connect the bus with the bus termination in the
module, are integrated in the bus termination plug.
Notice: Instead of the bus termination module IBT 100 separate jumpers can also be used for the bus termination. In
this case, please make absolutely sure that the jumper clips are installed as indicated, and that the bus leads or the bus
termination are not short-circuited by mistake!
Rd
Rt
DIGITAL
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 1
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 2
B U S
ISM
+10..30V
Ru
A
B
U+
U-
Sensor Module without

an additionally connected
bus termination
ANALOG
112
RUN
ERR
Gantner
AGND
AGND
In 4
In 3
AGND
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
Rd
Rt
Ru
jumpers
A
B
U+
U-
Sensor Module with

an additionally connected
bus termination
Figure 4.6 Bus termination at the ISM 112
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4.8. Shielding
In case of increased interference we recommend the use of shielded bus cables. Then, a shielding also should be done
for the cables from power supply and for the signal cables.
There are varying experiences and recommendations concerning the kind of shield connection. In general the shield
should be connected with the protective grounding (not DataGround!) at each bus connection. If necessary the shield
should be applied additionally several times along the course of the cable. With smaller distances, e.g. with stub cables,
the disturbance response often is improved if the shield is only applied to the stub cable exit.
Bus parties such as controls (PLCs), computers (PCs), repeaters and interface converters, a.s.o., mostly offer the
possibility of applying the shield directly to the appliance or to separate shield rails. The shield rails offer the advantage
of preventing possible interfering signals from being led to the appliance via the shield. These are already branched off
before via the protective grounding.
The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 do not have a direct shield connection on the device itself. Here the shield of
the bus cable can be connected to ground e.g. by so-called shield clamps.
Central
Earthing Point
Braided Shield
Isolation
B U S
ISM
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 2
0V
I/O 1
+10..30V
RS 485 Bus Connection
112
Figure 4.7 Grounding of the bus line shield at the ISM 112
Notice: The screen must not be connected with the ground (0V) of the power supply!
Notice: The screen should always be connected to earth with a large surface and low-inductive.
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4.9. PC Bus Connection

The bus interface of the sensor module is based on the RS 485 standard. Since most of the hosts are "only" equipped
with RS 232 interfaces, an interface converter or a plug-in board with RS 485 drivers is required for conversion
purposes.
Gantner Instruments offers a compact interface converter with integrated mains power supply called ISK 200. Mains
power supply, bus connection and a separate 24 VDC-output are dc decoupled. The interface converter is also
applicable for remote power feeding. Further more the interface converter ISK 200 offers the opportunity to connect in
addition the necessary bus termination with a switcher. The converter is used as a table device.
Gantner
01
TRANSMIT
BAUDRATE 0 .. 300 5 .. 19200
POWER
RECEIVE
REPEATER / CONVERTER
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4 56
1 .. 1200 6 .. 38400
2 .. 2400 7 .. 93750
3 .. 4800 0 .. 187500
4 .. 9400 0 .. 500 k
RUN
789
ON
R S 4 8 5 '
IRK 100
RS-485 / RS-232 CONVERTER
BUS TERMINATION
A'
ON OFF
SUPPLY
ISK100
B'
COM'
0V
+10..30V
Further more the module IRK 100 is available. This module can be used as a repeater or as a converter. It offers also
the opportunity to connect the necessary bus termination with a switch. The Repeater/Converter IRK 100 has a snap-on
mounting for installation on standard profile rails (DIN rail) 35 mm (1.4 inch) according to DIN EN 50022.
OFF
ERR
Gantner
R S
2 3 2
R S
4 8 5
Interface Converter ISK 200
COM
COM
TX
RX
ON OFF
Repeater/Converter IRK 100
Figure 4.8 Interface Converters ISK 200 and IRK 100
4.10. Equipotential Bonding

The potential difference between the actual physical voltage potentials (that are allocated to a logic signal status) DGND
of all connections with the bus must not exceed 7 Volt. If this cannot be guaranteed, an equipotential bonding has to
be created. For most of the connections this means that the minus connection of the power supply has to be fedthrough as a compensating line from connection to connection. Since the Intelligent Sensor Modules of the "100" series
have a power supply that is dc decoupled from the bus, the sensor modules need not be integrated into the
equipotential bonding.
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4.11. Adjustment of Address and Baud Rate

Before a control (PLC) or a computer (PC) can interchange data with a sensor module via the bus, address and baud
rate for the sensor module have to be defined. The following points have to be taken into consideration in this
connection:
All devices have to be adjusted to the same baud rate.
The same address must not appear twice in the bus topology.
The setting variants for the bus parameters for the Intelligent Sensor Modules are:
Bus parameters
address
baud rate
ASCII-protocol
1 ..... 127
2,400 bps
4,800 bps
9,600 bps
19,200 bps
38,400 bps
-
PROFIBUS-protocol
1 ..... 127
9.6 kbps
19.2 kbps
93.75 kbps
187.5 kbps
MODBUS-protocol
1 ..... 255
2,400 bps
4,800 bps
9,600 bps
19,200 bps
38,400 bps
-
Table 4.3 Setting variants for address and baud rate for the Intelligent Sensor Modules
If no other specifications are made on delivery, the sensor modules have address 1 and baud rate 19,200 bps as
default. The adjustment can be changed via the bus by means of the Configuration Software ICP 100.
Adjustment via bus by means of the ISM Configuration Software ICP 100:
The condition for adjusting address and baud rate via bus is that there must not be two sensor modules with the same
address on the bus. Otherwise the bus connection has to be disconnected or the distribution voltage has to be
interrupted for the duration of the adjustment with those sensor modules that have the same address as the module
that is to be newly adjusted. The sensor module that is to be newly adjusted does not have to be set to the same baud
rate as the PC by way of exception! Please note also our notice below!
The adjustment or modification of address and baud rate via bus is always carried out together with the loading of a
new sensor program by means of the Configuration Software ICP 100. The download is carried out as described in the
short description for the Configuration Software ICP 100. From the LEDs at the front of the sensor modules you can see
which sensor module is being newly adjusted at the moment. If the LED ERR changes from "off" to "flash", a new
program is just being transmitted to the sensor module. The values are taken over as soon as the data transmission via
bus has been successfully completed.
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Notice: If the sensor module to be adjusted is set to another baud rate than the PC, or if the address given at the
download does not correspond to that of the sensor module, but if this address shall be the address of the sensor
module in future, the distribution voltage for the sensor module has to be interrupted for a short period before the
adjustment.
Notice: The address 0 is provided for the PC in case of a transmission via PROFIBUS. This address can therefore not be
assigned to the sensor modules.
Notice: The address 127 is reserved for broadcast transmission in the PROFIBUS-protocol and may only be assigned
for these cases.
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5.
SIGNAL PROCESSING
The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 has four analog inputs, two digital inputs/outputs, one analog current output
and one force-output that is designed as a voltage output. Several different sensors as well as acknowledgements and
digital output signals can be connected and processed simultaneously.
5.1. Analog Inputs

The analog inputs serve to collect sensor signals, or to acquire control values respectively. They are particularly
conceived to measure voltages, currents and resistances.
Every single input can be configured in its type of measurement, independent of the others. For the single-ended type
of measurement the module has altogether 4 equivalent analog inputs at disposal. Other types of measurement, such
as e.g. difference measuring, measuring by resistive bridge, etc. can be realized by using several analog inputs. All
analog inputs are protected against excess voltages.
Notice: Overloads of more than 10 VDC will lead to false measuring results in the according analog input variable.
Overloads of more than 15 VDC do also have influence on the measuring accuracy of the other input variables.
5.2. Analog Output

The analog output can be used for controlling actors or for regulating purposes. The output is defined as a current
output and can be set to one of the following three ranges by means of the Configuration Software ICP100:
0 .. 20 mA
4 .. 20 mA
variable (max. 22 mA)
The analog output will be assigned by a D/A-converter with a resolution of 14 bit. It is DC decoupled from the
remaining device by an optocoupler.
Notice: When connecting an actor to an analog output it is necessary to take care that this actor does not exceed the
maximal burden of 1.2 k of the output.
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5.3. Digital Inputs/Outputs

The two digital inputs/outputs I/O 1 and I/O 2 of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 can be configured - independent from each other - as inputs or as outputs. The current status (in/out) is signalized by one LED each.
As inputs the I/Os can be used for collecting acknowledgements, for measuring frequencies or for counting. Status
information or pulse-width modulated digital signals can be issued by the outputs.
The inputs have an excess voltage protection (transil diodes), which comes into action at approx. 33 V. The maximum
permissible input voltage amounts to 30 V. Input voltages between 3.5 VDC and 30 VDC are interpreted as logic LOW
("0"), input voltages lower than 1.0 V as logic HIGH ("1"). The maximum fan-in current amounts to 1.5 mA.
signal level
logic level
high
low (0)
low
high (1)
+ 3,5 V
+ 1,0 V
0V
Figure 5.1 Definition of signal levels and logic levels
The outputs are open-collector outputs with a maximum voltage of 30 VDC and a maximum fan-out current of 100 mA.
The outputs are internally connected to the power supply potential (10 .. 30 VDC) via a 22 k pull-up resistor.
VP
VP
22 k
Figure 5.2 Internal pull-up resistor at the digital I/Os
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5.4. Voltage Output (UFORCE)

An integrated supply point of 5 VDC / 2% supplies resistors or sensors based on resistance variations respectively with
up to 50 mA. With the resistance measuring the voltage output is connected internally in 2-, 3- and 4-wire technique
with the analog signal input belonging to the measurement variable, so that the exact voltage is also measured by the
module.
5.5. Internal Reference Voltage

An internal reference voltage serves to adjust the entire analog signal processing automatically.
5.6. Internal Processing

The analog multiplexer at the input of the circuit collects the voltage at the voltage output as well as the internal
reference voltage, beside collecting the analog input signals. All these values are then transmitted to the programmable
amplifier PGA, where the signals are amplified according to the kind and type of the connected sensors and are then
supplied to the A/D converter.
The A/D converter digitizes all incoming signals with a definition of 16 bit and at a rate that can be preset for the
module by the user (see section 5.7). Analog multiplexer and A/D converter are controlled by a separate processor P2.
The Sigma-Delta-procedure used for the A/D-conversion guarantees a high accuracy and a high linearization. The A/Dconverter processes an integrated amplifier with the amplifier stages of 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 and 64. For very small signals,
the module switches to an additional amplifier with amplifier stages of 100, 200, 400, 800 and 3200. The amplification
in alignment with the accuracy and resolution of the calculated measuring values does resolve from the selection of the
measuring range which will be configured by assistance of the Configuration Software ICP100.
The microprocessor P1 is DC decoupled from the analog part. First of all this microprocessor further edits the
measuring signal on hand in digital form. First there is the option of having the processor carry out a signal filtering or
an arithmetic averaging of the measuring signal (see section 5.8). The user can preset this by configuring the sensor
module accordingly.
Subsequently the processor linearizes and scales the signal and holds it ready for transmission via bus into
programmable units. In addition to that the processor monitors the measured value as to freely configurable limiting
values. Thus a monitoring as to breaking of the sensing element or short circuit can also be realized easily. So the
sensor module can be occasioned - by means of appropriate configuration - to provide a corresponding signal at the
digital I/O in case of alarm. The digital I/Os are directly addressed and monitored respectively by the microprocessor
P1.
The special user program, the data for configuration, linearization and scaling etc. that are required by the processor
P1 for the execution of its tasks all are retentively deposited in a Flash EPROM.
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P 2
Flash
EPROM
Optic
Interface
P 1
(Main Proc.)
AGND
Figure 5.3
Block diagram ISM 112
Optic
IF
D/A
Conv.
Digital I/O
RS-485
IF
I/O 1
0V
+10..30V
OUT -
OUT +
Voltage
Reference
A/D
Conv.
RS 485
Analog In
Analog Out
Digital
Optic
IF
Optic
IF
AGND
PGA
LED
IR
I/O 2
Analog
Multiplexer
Voltage
Regulator
AGND
In 4
In 3
In 2
In 1
UFORCE
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5.7. Measurement Rate

The A/D-converter digitizes every signal at a rate that can be preset by the user. Currently the setting variants range
from 50Hz to 200Hz. The filtering periods of the A/D-converters with one measurement variable and one measurement
per variable thus range from 20 ms (adjusted measurement rate 50Hz) to 5 ms (adjusted measurement rate 200Hz).
If several analog measurement variables are used or several measurements per variable are carried out, the
measurement rate from one measured value to the next is reduced by the factor of 5, due to the change-over of the A/Dconverter. Thus for one measuring cycle over all measured values the following durations result:
number of variables
resp. measurements
1
2
3
4
duration for one measuring cycle at a meas. rate of

50 Hz
200 Hz
20 ms
200 ms
300 ms
400 ms
5 ms
50 ms
75 ms
100 ms
Table 5.1 Duration required for one measuring cycle with varying number
of measurement variables or measurements respectively with ISM 112
Notice: With resistance measurings in 3-wire technique 2 measuring procedures are required. The duration for one
measuring cycle in this case amounts to 200 ms with one measurement variable and a measurement rate of 50 Hz.
Notice: Digital measurements have only a small influence on the measurement rate and can be neglected in this
context.
5.8. Signal Preparation

The great amplification of signals required with small signals naturally also entails a higher photoelectric noise level.
Two methods for signal preparing serve to increase the measuring accuracy. They can be connected and configured
separately for each measurement variable by the user.
Filtering:
The first method for signal preparing is a low-pass filter. It ensures that only the low-frequency shares of the signals are
evaluated. Higher-frequency photoelectric noise levels are not taken into account. The low-pass filter is particularly
suitable for noise cancellation with slowly changing signal forms (quasi-stationary processes). The time constant (filter
settling time) of the low-pass filter can be selected between 1 and 1000 seconds. The time constant should be at least
1/fmax where fmax is the highest occurring disturbance frequency.
Averaging:
The second method for signal preparing is realized by an arithmetic averaging over several measured values. Thus the
reading rate is decreased, but the definition is considerably increased. The duration of averaging and the number of
averaging can freely be selected in the range between 1 and 1000.
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6.
The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 have altogether 16 logical variables (in Profibus-DP protocol 12 variables only)
for the collection, processing and output of various kinds of sensor information. These 16/12 variables can be
configured as:
Analog Input Variable
Analog Output Variable
Digital Input Variable
Digital Output Variable
Arithmetic Variable
Setpoint Variable
Alarm Variable
Controller Variable
For each variable various kinds of variable information and processing functions can be determined. The table in
appendix C gives a survey of the variable set-ups with ISM 112. The variable set-ups are carried out by means of the
Configuration Software ICP 100.
6.1. Analog Input Variable

The Analog Input Variable collects and processes the signals of the most common transducers. Currently a large
number of standardized and proprietary sensors are deposited in the sensor module. The user can input further
sensors. Only a few principles of measurement form the basis of the acquisition of the varying quantities to be
measured with these sensors. These are:
Measurement of voltage
Measurement of current
Measurement of resistance
Measuring by a resistance bridge
Potentiometric measurement
Measurement of temperature with thermocouples
For each of these measurements the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM offers several types of measurement. For
measurements of voltage the types of measurement single-ended and differential can be used. Currents up to 25 mA
are directly measured by the sensor module. Current measurements of more than 25 mA can be carried out by
measuring the fall of potential at an external shunt. Resistance measuring can be carried out in 2-, 3- and 4-wire
technique, measuring by resistance bridges in 4- and 6-wire technique. In addition to that there is the possibility of
potentiometric measurements. When measuring temperature with thermocouples the user can choose between an internal
or an external cold junction compensation.
Subsequently the individual types of measurement will be described in detail.
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Measurement of Voltage:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
+
=
U
-
U1
AGND
U = U1
measuring voltage U
Figure 6.1 Measurement of voltage - single-ended
Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
+
U1 =
U2
=
U1
U1-U2
+
U2 =
-
In 2
AGND
measuring voltage U1 and U2
U = U1 - U2
Figure 6.2 Measurement of voltage - differential
Two types of measurement are available for measurement of voltage with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112:
single-ended and differential measurement.
With the single-ended type of measurement the voltage to be measured is injected between an analog input (In 1...4)
and analog ground (AGND). Differential measurements are realized by using two analog inputs. The measuring range
lies between 0 and 10 V.
Notice: With differential measurements both voltages have to be within 10 V referred to AGND (Common-Mode-Range).
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Measurement of Current:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
Rint
U1
AGND
measuring current I
I = U1 / Rint
Figure 6.3 Measurement of current with internal shunt
Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
Rext
U1
Rext
external
shunt
measuring current I
AGND
I = U1 / Rext
Figure 6.4 Measurement of current with external shunt
For measurement of current with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 the source of electricity is connected between
an analog input (In 1...4) and analog ground (AGND). The load on the source of electricity that is required for the
measuring is regulated by an internal resistor Rint to the amount of 100. The capacity of this shunt is limited with 125
mW maximum. This results in a measuring range of up to 25 mA maximum.
The measuring of stronger currents is possible by means of an external resistor which is connected parallel to the
source of electricity with the analog signal input and analog ground (AGND). The capacity of this external shunt has to be
adapted to the source of electricity to be measured, so that the voltage occurring at the analog input does not exceed
+10 V. The analog input is configured as voltage input. The voltage has to be divided by Rext.
Notice: The precision of the current measurement with external shunt depends on the precision of the resistor that is
used.
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Measurement of Resistance:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
A N A L O G
R0
In 1
U1
Rx
RL
+
U
-
AGND
Rx
measuring resistance
Rx = U1/U0 * R0,
Rx = 2*RL
Figure 6.5 Measurement of resistance in 2-wire technique
Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
R0
In 1
A N A L O G
U1
In 2
Rx
U2
RL
+
U
-
AGND
Rx
Rx = (U1/U0-2*U2/U0) * R0, Rx = 0
Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
In 1
R0
A N A L O G
In 2
Rx
In 3
RL
Rx
U2-U3
+
U
-
AGND
Rx = (U2-U3)/U0 * R0, Rx = 0
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Resistance measuring are carried out by means of measurements of voltages at a current-carrying resistor. In this case
the occurring fall of potential is measured via the resistance sensor. The feed current required for the resistance
measuring provides the internal supply of the module.
For this purpose the sensor module connects a supply point internally with the analog measurement input via a
reference resistor Ro. The fall of potential Uo via the resistor Ro is required as a reference for further signal processing
by the module. The value of resistance of the sensor can be calculated from the input signals Ui as a multiple of the
reference resistor Ro. The measuring range amounts to between 0 and 20 k.
Notice: The Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 supports resistance measuring in 2-, 3- and 4-wire technique. With
resistance measuring in 2-wire technique the supply lines cause an additional fall of potential, thus distorting the
measuring result and influencing the measuring accuracy. Therefore it is necessary to pay attention especially with
resistance measuring in 2-wire-technique to use as low-impedance leads as possible to the sensors and to make sure
that the leads are well-connected with the sensor module and the sensor. With resistance measuring in 3-wire
technique the fall of potential via the supply lines is eliminated from the measuring result (-2U2/U0R0). In this case 2
measuring are required (for U1/U0 and U2/U0). Thus twice the original measuring time is required. With resistance
measuring in 4-wire technique the fall of potential is picked up directly at the sensor, so that the measuring results are
not influenced by the supply lines any longer.
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Measuring by a Resistance Bridge:

Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
A N A L O G
UFORCE
In 1
UZ
+
U
-
In 2
RL
AGND
UB
UB
U1 - U2
=
UZ
UFORCE
Figure 6.8 Measuring by a resistance bridge in 4-wire technique
Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
In 2
UZ
+
U
-
In 3
In 4
RL
AGND
UB
UB
U2 - U3
UZ = U1 - U4
Figure 6.9 Measuring by a resistance bridge in 6-wire technique
Bridge connections consist of 2 arms with two resistors each. The resistance bridge is supplied by the voltage output
UForce at the sensor module.
The quantity to be measured with resistance bridges is the relation between bridge voltage UB and fall of potential via
the two resistance arms UZ (ratio measurement). The measuring range amounts to between 0 and 1 V/V.
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Mostly there are two fixed and one controllable resistors in resistance bridges, so that the resistance bridge can easily
be aligned via the controllable resistor (UB=0 for the ground level state). Variations of the sensor signal
characteristically influence the fourth resistor and cause a change in the quantity to be measured.
Notice: The Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 supports measuring by resistance bridges in 4- and 6-wire technique.
When measuring in 4-wire technique the supply lines cause an additional fall of potential, which leads to a slight
diminishing of the bridge voltage. This distorts the measuring result and thus influences the measuring accuracy.
Therefore it is necessary to pay attention specially with bridge measuring in 4-wire-technique to use as low-impedance
leads as possible to the sensors and to make sure that the leads are well-connected with the sensor module and the
sensor. When measuring by resistance bridges in 6-wire technique the fall of potential is collected directly at the sensor,
so that the supply lines do not influence the measuring result any longer.
Potentiometric Measurement:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
Rg
+
U
-
Re
U1
RL
AGND
Re
Rg
Re/Rg = U1/UF , (Re/Rg) < RL/Rg

Figure 6.10 Potentiometric measurement
Potentiometric measurements are measurements with voltage distributors, the division ratio of which can be adjusted
(e.g. by a sliding contact on a resistance regulator). The quantity to be measured is the relation between the adjusted
resistance Re and the combined resistance Rg of such a potentiometer (ratio measurement).
With the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 the potentiometer is supplied by the voltage output UFORCE on the module.
The signal is picked up at the resistor.
Notice: With potentiometric measurements the supply lines cause an additional fall of potential, which can lead to a
slight decrease in signal voltage, thus distorting the measuring result and influencing the measuring accuracy. Therefore
it is necessary to pay attention with potentiometric measuring to use as low-impedance leads as possible to the sensors
and to make sure that the leads are well-connected with the sensor module and the sensor.
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Measurement of Temperature with Thermocouples:

Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
U1
In 4
R0
ICJ 101
U4
+
U
-
AGND
= Lin ( U1 + Lin
-1
k )
k = Lin( U4 )
Figure 6.11 Measurement of temperature with internal cold
junction compensation by the terminal clamp ICJ 108
Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
U1
AGND
= Lin ( U1 + Lin
-1
r )
Figure 6.12 Measurement of temperature with

external cold junction compensation
Thermocouples consist of two "thermoelectric wires" made of different materials (e.g. platinum and platinum rhodium)
that are welded to each other at one end. If the contact position and the other ends of the thermoelectric wires have
different temperatures, a "thermoelectric voltage" Uth appears at the contact position of both thermoelectric wires. This
voltage is largely proportional to the temperature difference. It can be measured and can be used for temperature
measurement purposes. With the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 the thermocouple is connected to an analog input
and to the analog ground for this purpose.
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Since thermocouples can only measure a temperature difference (difference between temperature to be measured and
temperature at the connecting terminals on the sensor module), a terminal temperature or a known temperature
reference also have to be determined. In the first case this is called internal cold junction compensation (TCint), in the
second case external cold junction compensation (TCext).
At the measuring of temperature with internal cold junction compensation at an additional analog input a temperature
sensor will be connected next to the thermocouple. Or by means of cold junction terminals ICJ 108, where a Pt100
temperature sensor is integrated directly in the terminal bloc between the terminal connections In4 and AGND, the
temperature k will be entered. Than the analog input In4 is not available for further measurements. The temperature
of the test point determines the sensor module because of linearization trace to x = Lin(Ux+Lin-1k), where k =
Lin(U4). The sensor module will be informed about the measuring variable through which the temperature of terminals
can be calculated via the Configuration Software ICP 100 (cold junction variable).
If the temperature is measured by external cold junction compensation, a second thermocouple of the same type is
required, which is connected in series with the first one. The polarity is selected so that the thermoelectric voltages
subtract each other. The second thermocouple is set to a fixed reference temperature r (mostly r = 0C). The sensor
module then calculates the temperature at the measuring position by means of the linearization curve as x =
Lin(Ux+Lin-1r). The sensor module will be informed about the reference temperature r via the Configuration Software
ICP 100 ("cold junction temperature").
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6.2. Analog Output Variable

The Analog Output Variable has the function of a current output. The limit values for the current range can be set
between 0 and 22 mA by means of the Configuration Program ICP100.
Via the analog output (OUT+, OUT-) at the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 actual measuring values or sensor
variables can be output depending on the configuration. Thus for example it is possible to assign the value of a Setpoint
Variable or the result of an Arithmetic Variable to the Analog Output Variable and to output them as analog set values.
Another possibility for using the Analog Output Variable is given in connection with the controller function of the ISM
112. Therefore an input signal is being compared with a defined set value by using a Controller Variable. At a deviation
of the input signal from the set value the controller will calculate a corresponding controlling value and will assign this
value to the analog output. By means of a corresponding connection of the output the deviation can be corrected.
Analog Signal Output:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
M
OUT-
OUT+
OUT+
BUS
SUPPLY
DIGITAL
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 2
0V
I/O 1
+10..30V
M
ANALOG
OUT-
Figure 6.13 Analog Signal Output
With the analog signal output the value, which is assigned to the Analog Output Variable will be output as a current
value. Thus the lowest defined value corresponds to the lower limit value of the measuring range (> 0 mA) and the
highest defined value corresponds to the upper limit value of the measuring range (max. 30 mA). The values between
these two points will be calculated by the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 based on a linear characteristic.
The actualizing rate of the output value decreases with an increasing number of defined variables where as the swing-in
rate of the output will be 10 ms.
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6.3. Digital Input Variable

The following functions can be realized by means of the Digital Input Variable:
Digital status recording
Frequency measurement
Progressive counter
Up/down counter
Quadrature counter
The above mentioned functions are based on incremental measuring except the digital status recording. Incremental
measuring means to count while measuring. You can count pulses which are released by e.g. angle coders.
For the ISM 112 the maximum counting rate is 25 kHz.
The incremental measuring system is used with priority with quantity measurements, displacement measurements and
revolution counts in the most varying fields of application.
Digital Status Recording:

Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
I/O 3
I/O 1
I/O 4
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 1
+10..30V
A
BUS
I/O 2
I/O 1
0V
DIGITAL
0V
Figure 6.14 Digital status recording
signal diagram:
I/O 1
status
"0"
"1"
"0"
"1"
For the acquisition of digital status information (on/off, closed/open, left/right, etc.) the signal applied at the digital
input is collected and is held ready for further processing in the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 or for transmission
via bus.
The digital input is set (switch closed) as long as the applied signal voltage remains under the threshold value of 1.0 V.
The digital information can be scanned as 1/0 information via bus.
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Frequency Measurement:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
I/O 1
BUS
SUPPLY
I/O 1
I/O 4
I/O 3
0V
I/O 2
f
I/O 1
+10..30V
0V
DIGITAL
0V
Figure 6.15 Frequency measurement
Signal Diagram:
I/O 1
Time Base
Counting
Pulse
ZB
1
Measurand
(TB = 5 sec)
ZB
3
0,6 Hz
ZB
3
0,6 Hz
0,6 Hz
With frequency measurements the sensor module counts the pulses occurring in a particular time interval at the digital
input. The user can preset this time interval by signalizing the time base (TB) in the range between 0.1 sec and 10 sec.
The frequency is calculated by the sensor module from the number of impulses and the time base TB as:
frequency f =
number of impulses per time interval TB

length of time intervall TB
Hz
With frequency measurements it is always the negative signal edge (1 -> 0) that is counted at the digital signal input.
Notice: The high-end frequency for the frequency measurement is 25 kHz.
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Determination of the Time Base

The lower the frequency f, the larger is the interval between two pulses, and the larger the time base TB has to be. On
the other hand the updating of the measured value decreases with an increasing time base. Thus the time base should
be selected so as to make TB 1/fu, fu being the lowest frequency or the smallest change in frequency respectively that
still is to be determined by the sensor module. The error with frequency measurements thus amounts to f = fu = 1/TB.
Example:
lowest frequency or frequency change to be measured:
fu = 0.1 Hz TB 1/fu = 10 s
lowest frequency or frequency change to be measured:
fu = 100 Hz ZB 1/fu = 0.1 s
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Progressive Counter:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
SUPPLY
I/O 1
I/O 4
I/O 2
0V
I/O 1
+10..30V
BUS
I/O 3
I/O 1
0V
DIGITAL
0V
Figure 6.16 Progressive counter
signal diagram:
I/O 1
counting
pulse
counting
measurand
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
n+1
n+2
n+3
n+4
n+5
When configuring a digital input as a progressive counter the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 constantly monitors the
digital input for a signal variation. If a negative signal edge (1 -> 0) occurs at the input, the current result is increased
by 1.
The range of values of the counter depends on the defined transmission protocol (table 6.2). The values can be reset to
zero via the bus, via the remaining second digital input or via every other variable.
protocol
ASCII
PROFIBUS
MODBUS
counter
31 bit
31 bit
15 bit
31
31
-2 ... +2 -1
-231 ... +231-1
-215 ... +215-1
range of values
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
(-32768 ... +32767)
Table 6.1 Range of values for the progressive counter
Notice: The maximum counting rate for the progressive counter is 25 kHz.
Notice: After a voltage cut-off all counters are reset to zero.
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Up/Down Counter:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
0V
I/O 1
I/O 1
I/O 2
I/O 4
I/O 3
I/O 2
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 1
+10..30V
A
BUS
0V
I/O 2
DIGITAL
+10 .. 30 VDC
Figure 6.17 Up/Down counter
signal diagram:
I/O 1
I/O 2
counting
pulse
counting
measurand
+1
+1
+1
-1
+1
n+1
n+2
n+3
n+2
n+3
When configuring a digital input as a counter for counting up and counting down, the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM
112 constantly monitors the digital inputs I/O 1 and I/O 2 for a signal variation. If a negative signal edge (1 -> 0)
occurs at the input I/O 1, the current result is increased by 1 (signal level I/O 2 = 0) or decreased by 1 (signal level I/O
2 = 1), according to the status of the second digital input.
zero via the bus via every other variable.
protocol
ASCII
PROFIBUS
MODBUS
counter
31 bit
31 bit
15 bit
31
31
-2 ... +2 -1
-231 ... +231-1
-215 ... +215-1
range of values
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
(-32768 ... +32767)
Table 6.2 Range of values for the up/down counter
Notice: For the up/down counter both digital inputs of the ISM 112 are required.
Notice: The maximum counting rate for the up/down counter is 25 kHz.
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Quadrature Counter:
Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
0V
I/O 1
I/O 1
I/O 2
BUS
I/O 3
I/O 2
I/O 4
I/O 2
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 1
+10..30V
0V
DIGITAL
+10 .. 30 VDC
Figure 6.18 Quadrature counter
signal diagram:
change of the
counting direction
I/O 1
I/O 2
counting
pulse
counting
measurand
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
+1
n+1
n+2
n+3
n+4
n+5
n+6
-1
-1
-1
-1
n+5
n+4
n+3
n+2
When configuring the digital inputs as a quadrature counter, the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 constantly monitors
the digital inputs I/O 1 and I/O 2 for a signal variation (0 -> 1 and 1 -> 0). If I/O 1 and I/O 2 have equal (different)
signal levels and there appears a signal change at the input I/O 1 the actual counting measured will be increased
(decreased) by 1.
Vice versa to the progressive counter and the up/down counter both signal edges will be evaluated at the digital input
I/O 1 at the quadrature counter.
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zero via the bus via every other variable.
protocol
ASCII
PROFIBUS
MODBUS
counter
31 bit
31 bit
15 bit
31
31
-2 ... +2 -1
-231 ... +231-1
-215 ... +215-1
range of values
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
( -2,1 ... +2,1 Billion)
(-32768 ... +32767)
Table 6.3 Range of values for the quadrature counter
Notice: For the quadrature counter both digital inputs of the ISM 112 are required.
Notice: The maximum counting rate for the quadrature counter is 25 kHz.
6.4. Digital Output Variable

The Digital Output Variable supports:
digital status output, host-controlled
digital status output, process-controlled
pulse-width modulated signal output (PWM)
Via the digital inputs/outputs on the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 digital status information or measured quantities
and sensor variables respectively can be output in digital form, according to the configuration. Digital status information
can be withdrawn from the process (Process Out). A typical case of application would be e.g. the local output of an
acoustic or optical signal in case a limiting value is exceeded or undershot by a measured value. Or the digital outputs may
be set from the host computer by bus (Host Out). For analog regulated quantities measured values or sensor variables in
general can also be output as pulse-width modulated signal (PWM) by the digital output. The time base respectively the
frequency with that the pulse-width modulated signal output will be set, can be configured by the user by assistance of
the Configuration Software ICP 100. Therefore the settings 10ms, 1s and 10s are possible without depending on the
functions of the remaining I/Os.
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Digital Status Output, Host-Controlled:

Connection Scheme
I/O 1
U+
B U S
Circuit
U+
SUPPLY
I/O 1
D I G I T A L
Figure 6.19 Digital status output, host-controlled
signal diagram:
I/O 1
status
"0"
"1"
"0"
"1"
With the host-controlled digital status output, the digital output is set according to the status information received by
the sensor module via bus.
The distribution voltage can range from 10 to 30 VDC. It has to be either supplied externally or be picked up by the
power supply of the sensor modules.
The status of the digital output can be scanned as 1/0 information via bus.
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Digital Status Output, Process-Controlled:

connection scheme
I/O 3
U+
I/O 4
0V
I/O 1
+10..30V
SUPPLY
I/O 2
I/O 1
U+
B U S
circuit
I/O 1
D I G I T A L
Figure 6.20 Digital status output, process-controlled
signal diagram:
I/O 1
status
"0"
"1"
"0"
"1"
With the process-controlled output of status information the sensor module monitors measured values, resp. sensor
variables as to constraints (threshold values). The digital output is set if one or several threshold conditions are fulfilled.
The user can freely define the constraints. The user can also preset the logical signal level (see also the Configuration
Software ICP 100).
The distribution voltage can amount from 10 up to 30 VDC. It has to be supplied externally or picked up by the power
supply of the sensor module.
The status of the digital output can be scanned as 1/0 information via bus.
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Pulse-Width Modulated Signal Output (PWM):

connection scheme
circuit
PWM
I/O 1
U+
U+
I/O 4
I/O 2
I/O 3
0V
SUPPLY
I/O 1
B U S
+10..30V
PWM
I/O 1
D I G I T A L
Figure 6.21 Pulse-width modulated signal output (PWM)
signal diagram:
- high measuring value:
I/O 1
time base
TB
logic level
TB
L
TB
L
TB
L
PW = high/low = 66%
- low measuring value:
I/O 1
time base
logic level
TB
H
TB
H
TB
H
TB
H
PW = high/low = 33%
Measured values, or sensor variables in general, can be output by the digital output as a pulse-width modulated signal
(PWM). With this procedure the pulse-width PW displays linear variation with the measured value between 0%
(minimum capacity A) and 100% (maximum capacity B):
measured value = A + ( B - A ) PW
Here the pulse-width PW is the ratio - averaged out over a period - between log. level High and log. level Low. The user
determines the frequency at which impulses are output at the digital signal output by defining the time base TB. The
setting variants are 10 msec, 1 sec and 10 sec for the PWM signal output via I/O1 and I/O 2 respectively.
The voltage can be between 10 and 30 VDC. It has to be supplied externally or be picked up by the power supply of the
sensor module.
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6.5. Arithmetic Channel

By means of the Arithmetic Variables sensor variables and constants can be connected with each other via arithmetic
operations. The result is allocated to the Arithmetic Variable. The formula can contain up to 20 operands. The
calculation will be performed with a stack depth of 4. The value is handled as a 4-byte floating point format with 24
significant bits according to IEEE, standard 754. The full scale is -1037 to +1037.
Arithmetic operations overview:

operator
addition
subtraction
multiplication
division
square root
exponential function to base e
absolute value
logarithm to base e
logarithm to base 10
integrator
differentiator
sine
cosine
tangent
reverse function for sine
reverse function for cosine
reverse function for tangent
minimum value (pull-pointer)
maximum value (pull-pointer)
lowest value
highest value
sign
+
*
/
sqrt
exp
abs
ln
log
integ
deriv
sin
cos
tan
arcsin
arccos
arctan
min
max
low
high
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
time
0.80 ms
0.80 ms
0.80 ms
1.10 ms
2.68 ms
3.92 ms
0.10 ms
3.70 ms
3.80 ms
0.10 ms
----- ms
3.20 ms
3.60 ms
3.60 ms
3.20 ms
7.00 ms
3.20 ms
0.10 ms
0.10 ms
1.40 ms
1.40 ms
Table 6.4 Arithmetic operators and the calculation times
Notice: The calculation time of an Arithmetic Variable is 0.6 ms. The overall calculation time is the sum of the times of
all operands in the formula plus 0.6 ms.
Remarks:
Division (/)
When dividing by zero, the positive full scale will be assigned to the Arithmetic Variable if the numerator is
positive and the negative full scale will be assigned if the numerator is negative.
Square Root (sqrt)
The square root of a negative number is zero.
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Logarithm to Base e (ln)

This function determines the natural logarithm of a value to the base of e ( 2,71828). For a value 0 the
negative full scale will be assigned to the Arithmetic Variable.
Logarithm to Base 10 (log)
This function determines the logarithm of a value to the base of 10. For a value 0 the negative full scale
will be assigned to the Arithmetic Variable.
Integrator (integ)
With this function the value of a variable will continuously be integrated, i.e. the value indicated after this
function will be added to the value of the Arithmetic Variable every second. The result value can be reset to
the actual value of the measured variable via the bus via a digital input or via every other variable. Writing
any value to the integrator register resets it.
Differentiator (deriv)
With this function a variable will be differentiated by time. The differential quotient will be created every
second.
Arc Functions (sin, cos, tan)
The arc values must be taken in radians (2 = 360). If calculating the tangent, the positive full scale will be
assigned to the Arithmetic Variable for the arc value /2 and the negative full scale for the arc value -/2.
Reverse Functions for sin (arcsin), cos (arccos) und tan (arctan)
The results of the reverse functions are given in radians (2 = 360). At the function arcsin the value /2 will
be assigned to the Arithmetic Variable for a value > 1 and the value -/2 will be assigned for a value < -1. At
the function arcos the value 0 will be assigned to the Arithmetic Variable for a value > 1 and the value - will
be assigned for a value < -1.
Minimum and Maximum of a Variable Value (min, max)
With this function the minimal and maximal value of a variable appeared since the last reset has been
triggered off can be determined ("pull-pointer function"). The result value can be reset to the actual value of
the measured variable via the bus or via a digital input or via every other variable.
Lowest and Highest Value of Several Operands (low, high)
With this function up to four sensor variables can be compared with each other and the lowest or highest
value respectively can be determined.
Pull-Pointer Function:
The pull-pointer function can for example be realized with analog measuring instruments. Thus the pointer of the
measuring instrument pushes a second pointer in front of it. This second pointer cannot swing back by itself, but will
remain on the place of the maximal value. Only after pressing a reset key the pull-pointer will be set back to the original
value of the measuring pointer. With the ISM 112 this function can be realized with the functions min and max. Thus
the Arithmetic Variable has the function of the pull-pointer. With the reset settings the desired type of reset can be
selected.
Notice: In order to prevent an effect of disturbances of the sensor signals on the functions min, max, low and high of
the Arithmetic Variable a filter should be added to the measuring variables integrated in the formula.
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Notice: Logic combinations, e.g. if-then relations, are not possible at the moment or require a customer or user-specific
download-program respectively.
A typical application for the Arithmetic Variable is e.g. the determination of a value that cannot be measured directly,
but which can be calculated from other values (e.g. power as the product of voltage and current). Or the Arithmetic
Variable is used for further mathematic preparation of a measuring signal, in order to obtain a particular desired display
format.
6.6. Setpoint Variable

This channel offers the possibility of transmitting values via bus to the sensor module. The values are allocated to the
Setpoint Variable and are thus at the disposal of the sensor module for further processing.
A typical application for the Setpoint Channel is e.g. the dynamic variation of supervision thresholds.
6.7. Alarm Variable

The Alarm Variable has the same features as the process-controlled Digital Output Variable, the only difference being
that the status information is not output locally at the digital output, but can only be scanned via the bus.
6.8. Controller Variable

With the Controller Variable a sensor variable can be monitored for a definable set value. Deviations of the sensor
variables value will be corrected depending on the set function of the controller and will then be assigned to the
Controller Variable. This corrected value can be assigned to a digital PWM signal output and then be used to influence
the input signal by a corresponding connection of the output.
The controller has the function of a PID-controller. He can be configured by means of the Configuration Software ICP
100. Therefore a value for the proportional, the integral and the differential part must be entered. It is also possible to
switch off a part by entering the value "0" where as PI and PD controllers are also possible.
6.9. Threshold Values

The user can preset the conditions for process-controlled digital status output on the module and for the output of an
alarm signal via bus. This is carried out by means of the Configuration Software ICP 100.
6.10. Error Handling

The Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 112 can independently detect certain defects, which are consequence of a line
break, short circuit, or communication interrupt for example. For these defects the user can preset a certain behavior
for the module via the Configuration Software ICP 100.
As a standard the current status of the sensor module is maintained in case of error/defect.
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7.

Subsequently several examples for the application of the Intelligent Sensor Modules ISM 111 will be briefly described, in
order to demonstrate the versatility and flexibility of the system. Furthermore the examples shall facilitate the practical
application of the system. The selected examples represent only a small part of the possibilities the Intelligent Sensor
Modules offer.
The following examples will be described in detail:
Measurement of temperature with Pt100 sensor
Measurement of temperature with thermocouples
Measurement of pressure with KPY sensor
Revolution counting
7.1. Measurement of Temperature with Pt100 Sensor

General Remarks on Pt100 Sensors:
The measurement of temperature with a Pt100 sensor is based on the measurement of electric resistance. Platinum
changes its electric resistance in dependence on temperature in an unambiguous and reproducible manner. Pt100
sensors have a resistance of 100 at 0 C. The temperature coefficient in the range between 0 C and 100 C amounts
to 0.385 /C. The measuring range lies between -200 C and +850 C.
The main reasons why platinum is used as sensor material are its high stability and its characteristic features of noble
metal, which make it possible to apply this metal even in severe environmental conditions. The platinum sensor is
standardized and has become a world-wide standard.
Principle of Measurement:
When measuring temperature via Pt100 sensors, the sensor module switches an internal voltage source point to the
analog input via a reference resistance, so that the sensor is supplied directly via the analog input. The fall of potential
via the Pt100 sensor is measured by the sensor module in 2-wire technique at the connecting terminals and is
converted into a value of resistance. The sensor module determines the temperature of the measuring point from the
resistance by means of the linearization characteristics deposited in the sensor module.
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Connection of the Sensor:

Circuit
Connection Scheme
In 1
A N A L O G
R0
U1
Rx
+
U
-
AGND
Rx
temperature sensor
Figure 7.1 Measurement of temperature with Pt100 sensor
The power supply of the sensor modules and the bus are connected with the corresponding terminals on the Intelligent
Sensor Module ISM 112. With the measuring method in 2-wire technique the Pt100 sensor is connected with the analog
ground (AGND) and with an analog input (In 1, In 2, In 3 or In 4). Which of the four analog inputs is used for connecting
the Pt100 sensors can be seen from the configuration for the module. The configuration is created on a PC with the
Configuration Software ICP 100 and is transmitted to the sensor module via the bus.
Figure 7.2 Configuration table for measurement of temperature in 2-wire technique
7.2. Measurement of Temperature with Thermocouples

General Remarks on Thermocouples:
The measurement of temperature with thermocouples is based on the measurement of the electrical voltage.
Thermocouples consist of two "thermoelectric wires" made of different materials (e.g. platinum and platinum rhodium)
that are welded to each other at one end. If the contact position and the connecting ends of the two thermoelectric
wires have different temperatures, a "thermoelectric voltage" Uth occurs at the contact position. It is largely proportional
to the temperature difference.
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Principle of Measurement with External Compensation:

When measuring temperature by thermocouples with external compensation, a second thermocouple of the same type
is installed beside the thermocouple at the measuring position. This second thermocouple is set to a known reference
temperature (cold junction). The second thermocouple is connected in series with the first, the polarity being such as to
make the thermoelectric voltages of both thermocouples subtract each other. From the resulting thermoelectric voltage
and the temperature of the reference position - which has to be communicated to the sensor module when configuring
it - the sensor module determines the temperature of the measuring position by means of the linearization curve.

Connection Scheme
Circuit
In 1
A N A L O G
U1
AGND
= Lin ( U1 + Lin
-1
r )
Figure 7.3 Measurement of temperature with thermocouple

and external cold junction compensation
The power supply of the sensor module and the bus are connected with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 at the
corresponding terminals. The thermocouples connected in series are connected with the analog ground (AGND) and with
an analog input (In 1, In 2, In 3 or In 4). Which of the four analog inputs is used for connecting the thermocouple can
be seen from the configuration for the module. The configuration is created on a PC by means of the Configuration
Software ICP 100 and is transmitted to the sensor module via bus by download.
Figure 7.4 Configuration table for measurement of temperature

with thermocouple and external compensation
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7.3. Measurement of Pressure with KPY10 Sensor

General Remarks on the KPY10 Pressure Sensor :
Pressure sensors are measuring transformers that transform the physical value pressure into a corresponding electric
signal. Their core is the so-called analyzer, consisting of a system chip with a thinly etched silicon membrane and a
carrier chip that is also made of silicon. Resistor runs are applied to this membrane by means of ion implantation. The
pressure-controlled deflexion of the membrane causes resistance changes based on a piezoresistive effect.
The absolute pressure is determined by the KPY10 sensor by a measuring by resistance bridge either in 4 or in 6-wire
technique. The voltage required is supplied by the internal supply point of the sensor module via the force-output on
the module. The bridge voltage is measured by the sensor module and is referred to the distribution voltage UFORCE
(ratio measurement). By means of the linearization characteristics for the sensor deposited in the sensor module the
sensor determines the absolute pressure directly.

Connection Scheme
Circuit
RL
A N A L O G
UFORCE
In 1
UZ
+
U
-
In 2
RL
UB
AGND
UB
=
UZ
U1 - U2
UFORCE
Figure 7.5 Measurement of pressure with a resistance bridge in 4-wire technique
The power supply of the sensor module and the bus are connected with the corresponding terminals on the Intelligent
Sensor Module ISM 111. The KPY10 pressure sensor itself is supplied by the force-output on the module. With the
measuring method in 4-wire technique the sensor is connected with the voltage output (UFORCE), with the analog ground
(AGND) and with two analog inputs (In1/In2, In2/In3 or In3/In4). Which of the four analog inputs are used for
connecting the sensor can be seen from the configuration for the module. The configuration is created on a PC by
means of the Configuration Software ICP 100 and is transmitted to the sensor module by download via the bus.
Figure 7.6 Configuration table for measurement of pressure with a resistance bridge in 4-wire technique
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7.4. Revolution Counting

General Remarks on Revolution Counting:
"Number of revolutions" usually means the number of rotations U of an object per unit of time, usually 1 minute. With
incremental procedures the number of revolutions is measured by counting the number of pulses that are caused by
rotations per unit of time. The particular advantage of the incremental procedure lies in the fact that the counting can
be carried out contactless (electromagnetically, optically) and thus resisting wear and with high precision.
An example for revolution counting with incremental transmitter: On the wave of a transmitter a disc with a partitioning
by radial grating is installed. Behind the disc there is a luminescent source (photo diode). The light of the photo diode
falls through the translucent holes of the disc on a photoelectric cell. The incoming light-induced pulses are converted
into electric impulses. The number of impulses per unit of time is directly proportional to the rotational speed of the
disc.
When counting revolutions the sensor module counts the signal variations occurring per unit of time at the digital
output. Only the negative signal edges (1->0) are evaluated in this connection. The number of revolutions per minute
can be calculated as:
number of revolutions =
IpT
IpU
60
U/min = SF IpT U/min
TB
IpT being the number of impulses per unit of time, IpU the number of impulses per rotation, TB the selected time base
in seconds, and 60 the multiplication factor in case the rotations shall be indicated in rotations per minute instead of
rotations per second. The scaling factor SF is communicated to the sensor module when configuring it, so that the
number of revolutions can be calculated and can be displayed referred to the desired unit.
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Connection Scheme
Circuit
+10 .. 30 VDC
0V
I/O 1
I/O 1
B U S
SUPPLY
D I G I T A L
0V
Figure 7.7 Revolution counting
The power supply of the sensor module and the bus are connected with the Intelligent Sensor Module ISM 112 by the
corresponding terminals posts. The incremental transmitter is connected with the terminals 0V and with one of the
digital inputs/outputs I/O 1 or I/O 2. Which of the two digital inputs/outputs is used for connecting the incremental
transmitter is determined by the configuration. The configuration is created on a PC by means of the Configuration
Software ICP 100 and is transmitted to the sensor module by download via the bus. The digital input/output is
configured as counter input ("Increment") with the "frequency" type of measurement.
Figure 7.8 Configuration table for revolution counting
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8.
INITIATION AND TEST
8.1. Before Connecting the Supply

Before connecting the distribution voltage with the sensor module, once again check the device as to its appropriate
installation and as to its correct voltage control. Please make absolutely sure that the sensor modules have been
connected to earth as prescribed and the distribution voltage for all sensor modules does not exceed the indicated 30
VDC.
8.2. After Connecting the Supply

After connecting the distribution voltage the sensor module displays the current operating state on the two LEDs at the
front of the device. The meanings of the LEDs are given in table 8.1 on the following page.
8.3. Configuration of the Sensor Module

Before entering into operation the sensor module has to be programmed and configured as to its specific application. In
most cases the programming has already been carried out on delivery (see status of RUN-LED and ERR-LED, table 8.1).
The configuration has to be carried out by the user by means of the Configuration Software ICP100 on a PC.
RUN
(green LED)
off
ERR
(red LED)
off
flash
on
off
flash
flash
on
off
on
flash
on
short off
meaning
The distribution voltage has been selected too low or the power supply cannot
supply the required power.
The sensor module is in the monitor mode. A valid program has not yet been
loaded; the appliance is not yet operable.
There is a sensor error detected by the module. Possible causes may be:
1. wrong configuration, 2. line break or short circuit, 3. measured value too
large or too small.
The data transmission between the sensor module and the PC is active. There
is no error at the moment.
The sensor module is in the download mode. Currently a program or a
configuration is transmitted to the module.
There is a sensor error detected by the module. Currently data transmission
between the module and the PC is active.
The distribution voltage has been connected orderly. There is no error. Data
transmission to the module via bus is not active.
There is a communication error detected by the module (bus timeout).
Possible causes may be: 1. PC/SPS-program stopped, 2. bus line break.
There is a sensor error detected by the module. Possible causes may be:
1. wrong configuration, 2. line break or short circuit, 3. measured value too
large or too small.
A telegram has just been dispatched from the sensor module via bus to a
control system or to a PC.
Table 8.1 Meanings of the LEDs (flash frequency approx. 1Hz)
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9.
COMMUNICATION
9.1. General
9.1.1. Bus Interface
The bus interface of the Intelligent Sensor Modules of the "100" series is a RS485 interface according to the
specifications of the EIA-RS485 USA standard.
9.1.2. Bus Protocol

For the Intelligent Sensor Modules of the "100" series download files for the following transmission protocols are
available.
ASCII-protocol
PROFIBUS-protocol according to DIN 19245, part 1
PROFIBUS-DP
MODBUS-RTU-protocol acc. to Reference Guide PI-MBUS-300 Rev. D
The ASCII-protocol and the PROFIBUS-protocol can be operated simultaneously by the sensor modules at the baud
rates 9.6 kbps and 19.2 kbps.
9.1.3. Character Formats

The Intelligent Sensor Modules of the "100" series support the following character formats:
format
8N1
8E1
8O1
8N2
8E2
8O2
start
bit
1
1
1
1
1
1
data
bit
8
8
8
8
8
8
parity
bit
N
E
O
N
E
O
stop
bit
1
1
1
2
2
1
char.
length
10
11
11
10
12
12
ASCII
PROFIBUS
MODBUS
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
-
X
X
X
X
X
X
Table 9.1 Supported character transfer formats
The character format 8E1 with even parity (E=even) corresponds to the PROFIBUS-definitions according to DIN 19245,
part 1, and is supported by the sensor modules in the PROFIBUS-protocol as well as in the ASCII- and MODBUSprotocol. This character format should thus also generally be selected for the transmission.
For modem couplings, which mostly can be carried out without a parity-bit, the character format 8N1 is available. This
character format is only supported by the ASCII- and MODBUS-protocol.
The character format is defined for the sensor modules via the Configuration Software ICP100. If there are no specifications to the contrary, the character format is factory adjusted to even parity (8E1) on delivery of the sensor modules.
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9.1.4. Output Format

The user can preset the format in which the data shall be output via the bus with the Configuration Software ICP 100.
The sensor module adjusts the data formats accordingly and makes sure that the data are available in the selected unit.
For the transmission in the ASCII- and PROFIBUS-format, the format settings listed in table 9.2 and 9.3 can be chosen.
At the transmission in the MODBUS-format the output format (integer or real) will automatically be confirmed (Table
9.4). The Coding of a real value in the MODBUS- and PROFIBUS-format is as follows:
Coding of the real value:
Value:
(-1)s2e-1271,m
x = s ee...ee mmm.....mmm
# : <1> <- 8 -> <----- 23 ----->
format settings
unit
field length
decimals
range of values
dependent on the sensor
1..................8
0 . . . field length-1 (max 6)
Table 9.2 Format settings for transmission in the ASCII-format
format settings
bool
Integer
real
SET 8
length
1 byte
2 byte
4 byte
1 byte
range of values
(dec 0: FALSE) and (dec255: TRUE)
(dec - 32768) i (dec +32767)
(dec - 2129 ) x (dec + 2129 )
(dec 0)
i
(dec 255 )
Table 9.3 Format settings for transmission in the PROFIBUS-format
format settings
Integer
real
length
2 byte
4 byte
range of values
(dec - 32768) i (dec +32767)
(dec - 2129 ) x (dec + 2129 )
Table 9.4 Format settings for transmission in the MODBUS-format
Example: The value 50.3094 cm shall be displayed.
Transmission in the ASCII-format:

decimals
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
field length 6
____50
_ _ 5 0 .3
_ 5 0 .3 1
5 0 .3 0 9
E .3 0 9 4
-
field length 7
_____50
_ _ _ 5 0 .3
_ _ 5 0 .3 1
_ 5 0 .3 0 9
5 0 .3 0 9 4
E .3 0 9 4 0
-
field length 8
______50
_ _ _ _ 5 0 .3
_ _ _ 5 0 .3 1
_ _ 5 0 .3 0 9
_ 5 0 .3 0 9 4
5 0 .3 0 9 4 0
E .3 0 9 4 0 0
Table 9.5 Output formats for transmission in the ASCII-format ("_":blank).
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Transmission in PROFIBUS- and MODBUS-format:

decimals
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
integer
00 32
01 F7
13 A6
xx xx
xx xx
xx xx
xx xx
(50)
(503)
(5030)
(50309)
(503094)
(5030940)
(50309400)
real
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
42 49 3C D3 (50 . 3094)
Table 9.6 Output formats for transmission in the PROFIBUS- and the MODBUS-format
(the decimal notation is given in parentheses).
The following points have to be kept in mind from this example:

Decimals are not cut off, but are rounded off.
In case of overflow with a transmission in ASCII-format the identification key "E" (for Format Error) is given to the first
position in the transmission format.
With a transmission in PROFIBUS- and MODBUS-format no identification key is given in case of an overflow. The
number of decimals must, however, not be selected too large, if the value is to be transmitted in integer-format (range
of values in integer-format limited to -32768 to +32767).
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9.2. ASCII-Protocol
9.2.1. Transmission Sequence
In the ASCII-protocol the data are transmitted from and to the sensor module by means of the following sequence:
request telegram
..
SD
..
response telegram
ED
T1
T1:
T2:
T3:
request telegram
SD .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ED
SD
..
..
ED
T3
T2
time between two characters

time between request-telegram and corresponding response-telegram
time between response-telegram and next request-telegram
You will find the minimum and maximum appearing values for T1, T2 and T3 and the adjustment range in the following
table 9.7.
protocol
adjustable
A
S
C
I
I
baud rate
T1min
no
2,400 bps
4,800 bps
9,600 bps
19,200 bps
38,400 bps
T1max
no
1 CT
T2min
T2max
yes
no
1... 5 CT
1..11 CT
T2min
1..23 CT
x
1..42 CT
1.2
1..85 CT
T3min
no
3 CT
T3max
yes
0.1 sec
to
600 sec
Table 9.7 Values and adjustment range for the times T1, T2 and T3
(CT: character time: 1 CT = character length [bit] / baud rate [bps])
Notice: In the ASCII-protocol T2max amounts at least 12 msec.

The values for T2min and T3max and the behavior of the sensor module if the time T3max is exceeded (communication
timeout, see also chapter 6.9, error handling) can be adjusted by means of the Configuration Software ICP 100. The
default values for the time T2min is 1 CT and for the time T3max 60 sec.
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9.2.2. Telegram Format

For the request and response telegram it is distinguished between telegrams without and with check sum in the ASCIIprotocol. The various telegrams are differentiated by varying Start-Delimiters (SD). A request telegram without check
sum will lead to a response telegram, which will also contain no check sum. The corresponding is valid for requests with
check sum. Furthermore there are two short telegrams with a length of one character each. With these telegrams a
positive or negative acknowledge respectively can be performed.
request telegram without checksum:
SD
DA
ReqDataUnit
ED
response telegram without checksum:

SD
ResDataUnit
n+4 characters
DA
response telegram with checksum:
ReqDataUnit FCS ED
n
n+2 characters
request telegram with checksum:

SD
ED
SD
ResDataUnit
n+6 characters
FCS ED
2
n+4 characters
Positive Acknowledge
Negative Acknowledge
ACK
NAK
1 character
1 character
SD: Start-Delimiter (length = 1 byte):

The Start-Delimiter SD marks the beginning of a telegram. It has the following values in an ASCII-protocol:
SD
with check sum
without check sum
request telegram
#
$
response telegram
>
=
Table 9.8 Start-Delimiter (SD) in the ASCII-protocol
DA: Destination-Address (length = 2 byte):

The Destination-Address DA identifies the communication partner's address, to whom data shall be transmitted or from
whom data shall be requested. Destination-Address can have a value from 1 to 127 in an ASCII-protocol. The value is
here given as a two-digit ASCII-string (ASCII "01".."7F").
ReqDataUnit: Request-Data-Unit (length = 1 ... n byte):

The Request-Data-Unit identifies a data field in the request telegram, which contains the data for the communication
partner with the DA address.
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ResDataUnit: Response-Data-Unit (length = 1 ... n byte):

The Response-Data-Unit identifies a data field in the response telegram, which contains the data for the calling
communication partner.
FCS: Frame-Check-Sequence (length = 2 byte):

The Frame-Check-Sequence FCS identifies the running digital sum of the telegram. This is the sum of the ASCII-values
in the telegram modulo 256. It is calculated in the ASCII-protocol from Start-Delimiter (SD), Destination Adress (DA)
and Data-Unit: CheckSum_ASCII = [SD+DA+DataUnit] mod 256. In the ASCII-protocol the value is given as a two-digit
ASCII-string (ASCII "00"..."FF").
ED: End-Delimiter (length = 1 byte):

The End-Delimiter ED identifies the end of the telegram. In an ASCII-protocol it has the value hex 0D ("Cr").
ACK: Acknowledge (length = 1 byte):

With a request, where no data are returned, the orderly performance of the instruction is acknowledged by an
"Acknowledge"-character (hex 06).
NAK: No-Acknowledge (length = 1 byte):

When a request has not been performed orderly, a "No Acknowledge" (hex 15) is sent back.
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9.2.3. Instruction Set
check sum
request telegram
read device identification
with
# aa V cc <cr>
without
$ aa V <cr>
read device information
with
# aa S cc <cr>
without
$ aa S <cr>
read status information
with
# aa Z cc <cr>
without
$ aa Z <cr>
read variable information
with
# aa B kk cc <cr>
without
$ aa B kk <cr>
read data from a variable
with
# aa R kk cc <cr>
without
$ aa R kk <cr>
write data to a variable
with
# aa W kk d..d cc <cr>
without
$ aa W kk d..d <cr>
response with orderly performence response in case of error

> v..v cc <cr>
= v..v
<cr>
NAK
NAK
> s..s cc <cr>

= s..s
<cr>
NAK
NAK
> z..z cc <cr>

= z..z
<cr>
NAK
NAK
> b..b cc <cr>

= b..b
<cr>
NAK
NAK
> d..d cc <cr>

= d..d
<cr>
NAK
NAK
ACK
ACK
NAK
NAK
Table 9.9 Instruction set in ASCII-protocol
char
#
>
$
=
<cr>
ACK
NAK
aa
cc
kk
v..v
s..s
z..z
b..b
d..d
meaning
start delimiter for request telegram with check sum
start delimiter for response telegram with check sum
start delimiter for request telegram without check sum
start delimiter for response telegram without check sum
end delimiter (carriage return)
positive acknowledge
negative acknowledge
destination address
check sum
variable number
device identification
device information
status information
variable information
variable value
length
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
26
27
4
29
max. 8
range
ASCII "#"
ASCII ">"
ASCII "$"
ASCII "="
hex 0D
hex 06
hex 15
ASCII "01".."7F"
ASCII "00".."FF"
ASCII "01".."10"
ASCII - String
ASCII - String
ASCII - String
ASCII - String
ASCII - String
Table 9.10 Explanation of command characters in ASCII-protocol
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9.2.4. Instruction Parameters
device identification (v...v)

<vendor name>...................ASCII
<model name> ....................ASCII
<hw version> ......................ASCII
<sw version>.......................ASCII
x ... M
x ... U
y.yy
: monitor program
: universal program
: version
length = 26 char
("Gantner_")...................................... 8 char
("ISM-112_") .....................................8 char
("xy.yy")............................................ 5 char
("xy.yy")............................................ 5 char
x ... T : calibration and test program
x ... A : application specific program
x ... R : MODBUS-RTU program
device information (s...s)

length = 27 char
<location>...........................ASCII ....................................................... 20 char
<serial number> ..................ASCII ....................................................... 6 char
<number of variables> .........ASCII ....................................................... 1 char
status information (z...z)

length = 6 char
<variable status>.................ASCII ..........................................................4 char
<module status> .................ASCII ..........................................................2 char
<variable st.>= K16..K13 K12..K9 K8..K5 K4..K1
0
X
Y
Z
<module st.>
= M8 M7 M6 M5 M4 M3 M2 M1
ASCII "XY"
X
Y
= hex 0XYZ
ASCII "0XYZ"
= hex XY
If the bit Kn in the variable status is set it indicates that an error has occurred in variable n. A variable error is given
when the measuring value is outside of the linearization, e.g. in consequence of a sensor break down or of a short
circuit of transmission.
If the bit Mn in the module status is set it indicates that an error has occurred in the sensor module. Valid is:
M1 = 1:
M2 = 1:
M3 = 1:
M4 = 1:
EEPROM - error
FLASH - error
ADC error
configuration - error
M5 = 1:
M6 = 1:
M7 = 1:
M8 = 1:
(currently not occupied)

variable information (b...b)

length = 29 char
<variable type> ...................ASCII ..........................................................1 char
<variable name> .................ASCII ..........................................................20 char
<data format>.....................ASCII ..........................................................1 char
<field length>......................ASCII ..........................................................1 char
<decimals> .........................ASCII ..........................................................1 char
<unit> ................................ASCII ..........................................................4 char
<host input> .......................ASCII ..........................................................1 char
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Coding <variable type>:

ASCII "0": Empty Variable (EM)
ASCII "1": Analog Input Var. (AI)
ASCII "2": Arithmetic Variable (AR)
ASCII "3": Digital Output Var. (DO)
ASCII "4": Digital Input Var. (DI)
"5":
"6":
"9":
"A":
Setpoint Variable (SP)

Alarm Variable (AL)
Controller Variable (CO)
Analog Output Variable (AO)
Coding <data format>:

ASCII "0": no format
ASCII "1": B O O L
ASCII "2": INTEGER
ASCII "3": R E A L
ASCII "4": S E T 8
Coding <host input>:
ASCII "0": host input is not possible
ASCII "1": host input is possible (tare/reset/dig.out/setpoint values)
9.2.5. Sample Program
The problem definition is: The measured value in variable 2 shall be read from the sensor module with the address
number 10. The value has been configured with a field length of seven, two decimals and the unit "C" for output.
Sample program for transmission without check sum:
(Notation in QBasic, V. 1.0):
OPEN "COM1: 9600,N,8,1,RS"

FOR RANDOM AS #1
REQ$="$0AR2"+chr$(13)
PRINT #1, REQ$
RES$=INPUT$(9,#1)
VALUE$=MID$(RES$,2,7)
PRINT "Temperature = ", VALUE$
CLOSE
END
, initialize interface
, configure telegram
, send request telegram
, receive response telegram
, determine measured value
, output measured value
, enable interface
, end program
Notice: In several programming languages the initialization of the serial interface with even parity and 8 data bits will
not be supported. The COM-interface in the PC and the bus interface in the sensor module have to be adjusted and
configured on "(N)o parity".
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9.3. PROFIBUS-Protocol
In the PROFIBUS-protocol the data are transmitted from and to the sensor module by means of the following sequence:
request telegram
response telegram
SD .. .. .. .. .. .. ED
request telegram
SD .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ED
SD .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ED
T2
T1
T1: time between request-telegram and corresponding response-telegram

T2: time between response-telegram and next request-telegram
You will find the minimum and maximum appearing values for T1 and T2 and the adjustment range in the following
table 9.11.
protocol
baud rate
adjustable
P
9.6 kbps
R
O
19.2 kbps
F
I
93.75 kbps
B
U
187.5 kbps
S
T1min
yes
1..23 CT
T1max
no
T2min
no
T2max
yes
1..42 CT
T1min
x
1,2
3 CT
0.1 sec
to
600 sec
1..14 CT
1..28 CT
Table 9.11 Values and adjustment range for the times T1 and T2
Notice: In the PROFIBUS-protocol T1max amounts at least 2 msec with the baud rates 9.6 kbps and 19.2 kbps and 0.3
msec with the baud rates 93.75 kbps and 187.5 kbps.
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For data transmission via PROFIBUS the following telegram formats are relevant for the Intelligent Sensor Module:
Formats with fixed information section length without data field:
SD1
DA
SA
FC
FCS
ED
Formats with variable information section length with data field:
SD2
LE
LEr
SD2
DA
SA
FC
DataUnit
FCS
ED
Formats with fixed information section length with data field:
SD3
DA
SA
FC
DataUnit
FCS
ED
With PROFIBUS the various telegram formats are differentiated by varying Start-Delimiters (SD). They can also be
called SD1-, SD2- or SD3-telegrams in this context. The telegram formats are valid both for request and response
telegrams. However, a request telegram does not necessarily have to be succeeded by a response telegram of the same
format. In addition to that there is a telegram which consists of only one character and which is used as either positive
or negative acknowledgement, according to the kind of request.
Short Acknowledgement:
SC
SD: Start-Delimiter (length = 1 byte):

The Start-Delimiter SD identifies the beginning of a telegram. It has the following values in the PROFIBUS-protocol:
telegram
format
SD1
SD2
SD3
request telegram
response telegram
data field length
hex 10
hex 68
hex A2
hex 10
hex 68
hex A2
0
1 ... 246 (32)
8
Table 9.12 Start-Delimiter (SD) in the PROFIBUS-protocol
LE: Length (length = 1 byte):

The Length LE identifies the length of the telegram with variable data field length (SD2-telegram) and comprises the
characters from DA to DataUnit. Thus it corresponds to the length of DataUnit+3 and can have values between 4 and
249. In the PROFIBUS-DP-protocol the length of the data field generally is limited to 32 bytes. Since the Intelligent
Sensor Modules do not have any telegrams with an usage data length of more than 32 bytes, the sensor modules can
also be integrated in bus topologies with DP-protocol.
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LEr: Length-Repeated (length = 1 byte):

The Length-Repeated LEr corresponds to the specification Length LE. It is stated again in the telegram for data
protection control purposes.
DA: Destination-Address (length = 1 byte):
The Destination-Address DA identifies the address of the communication partner to whom the data shall be transmitted
or from whom data shall be requested. Destination-Address can have values from 0 to 127 in the PROFIBUS-protocol. It
is stated here as a hexadecimal value (hex 00 .. 7F).
SA: Source-Address (length = 1 byte):
The Source-Address SA identifies the address of your own appliance and is communicated to the communication
partner with the telegram. Source-Address can assume values from 0 to 127 (hex 00 .. 7F).
FC: Frame-Control (length = 1 byte):
The Frame-Control FC identifies the type of telegram (request or response telegram), the type of station (passive or
active station), the type of data transmission (send and/or request data, with or without acknowledgement, etc.) and
the telegram acknowledgement (successful transmission or unsuccessful transmission). For the entire listing, coding and
meaning of the Frame-Control see the PROFIBUS-Norm DIN 19245, part 1.
ReqDataUnit: Request-Data-Unit (length = 0 ... n byte):
The Request-Data-Unit identifies a data field in the request telegram which contains the data for the communication
partner with the DA address.
ResDataUnit: Response-Data-Unit (length = 0 ... n byte):
The Response-Data-Unit identifies a data field in the response telegram which contains the data for the calling
communication partner.
FCS: Frame-Check-Sequence (length = 1 byte):
The Frame-Check-Sequence FCS identifies the check sum of the telegram. In the PROFIBUS-protocol this is the sum of
the ASCII-values from DA to DataUnit modulo 256: CheckSum_PROFIBUS = [DA+SA+FC+DataUnit] mod 256. In the
PROFIBUS-protocol the value is stated as a hexadecimal value (hex 00 .. FF).
ED: End-Delimiter (length = 1 byte):
The End-Delimiter ED identifies the end of the telegrams. In the PROFIBUS-protocol it has the value hex 16.
SC: Short-Acknowledgement-Frame (length = 1 byte):
The Short-Acknowledgement-Frame SC identifies a telegram that can be sent back to the communication partner as an
acknowledgement. With SDA-requests it can be used as a positive receive acknowledgement. With SRD-requests it can
be returned as a negative acknowledgement.
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Layer 2-adaption in the PROFIBUS-protocol:
With PROFIBUS every bus user has so-called "service access points" (SAPs), via which he can exchange data with the
communication partners. With the Intelligent Sensor Modules the SAPs are used for identifying (addressing) the various
data and commands of the sensor module. By specifying the DSAP-number (DSAP: Destination SAP) in the data field of
the request telegram the sensor module can be informed as to which data shall be transmitted or which function the
sensor module shall carry out. The sensor module can also be informed as to to which own SAP (SSAP: Source SAP) the
data are to be returned.
Request/Response telegram (example SD2-telegram):
SD2
LE
LEr
SD2
DA
SA
FC
ReqDataUnit
ResDataUnit
DSAP
SSAP
=0
=0
>0
=0
DSAP
Data
=0
>0
SSAP
Data
>0
>0
DSAP SSAP
FCS
ED
Data
Data
A DSAP- or SSAP-entry respectively is identified by setting the highest bit in the address byte of Destination-Address
(DA) or Source-Address (SA) respectively. The entry itself is carried out in the first, resp. the second position in the
ReqDataUnit data field.
The DSAP- and SSAP-entries in the request telegram also appear in the response telegram, where DA, SA, DSAP and
SSAP in the response telegram correspond to SA, DA, SSAP and DSAP in the request telegram!
If no storage expansion is carried out in the request telegram, the orders are carried out via the Default-SAP. The
Default-SAP has the number 0. It does not have to be indicated separately in the telegram.
DSAP and SSAP entries are only possible with telegrams with data field (SD2 and SD3 telegrams).
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PROFIBUS - layer 2 commands

DSAP
service
data to the module (ReqDataUnit)
data from the module (ResDataUnit)
read device identification
0
ident
no data
<ident>
read status information
10
SRD
no data
<status>
read device information
11
SRD
no data
<Ginfo>
read variable information
12
SRD
<variable number>
<Kinfo>
read data from a variable
13
SRD
<variable number>
<Kx>
write data to a variable
SRD
<variable number> <Px>
response without data
14
SDA
pos./neg. acknowledge
SDN
no response
tare/reset a variable
SRD
<variable number>
response without data
15
SDA
<variable number>
SDN
<variable number>
no response
read, write and tare/reset variables
SRD
[<tare/reset>[<P1>[... [<Pn>] ] ] ]
<status> <K1> ... <Kn>
0
SDA
[<tare/reset>[<P1>[... [<Pn>] ] ] ]
SDN
[<tare/reset>[<P1>[... [<Pn>] ] ] ]
no response
Table 9.13 PROFIBUS - layer 2 commands
Notice: If more data are in the ReqDataUnit as required, they will be ignored.
9.3.4. Instruction Parameters

<ident> device identification
length = 30 byte
<length vendor name>.........binary (hex 08) .............................. 1 byte
<length model name>..........binary (hex 08) .............................. 1 byte
<length hw version> ............binary (hex 05) .............................. 1 byte
<length sw version> ............binary (hex 05) .............................. 1 byte
<vendor name>...................ASCII ("Gantner_")........................ 8 byte
<model name> ....................ASCII ("ISM-112_") ....................... 8 byte
<hw version> ......................ASCII ("xy.yy").............................. 5 byte
<sw version>.......................ASCII ("xy.yy").............................. 5 byte
x ... M
x ... U
y.yy
: monitor program
: universal program
: version
x ... T : calibration and test program

x ... A : application specific program
x ... R : MODBUS-RTU program
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<Ginfo> device information

length = 27 byte
<location> ..........................ASCII .............................................20 byte
<serial number>..................ASCII .............................................6 byte
<number of variables>.........binary ............................................1 byte
<status> status information

length = 3 byte
<variable status> ................binary ............................................2 byte
<module status> .................binary ............................................1 byte
<variable status>
0
<module status>
X
= K16..K13 K12..K9 K8..K5 K4..K1 = hex 0XYZ

X
Y
Z
= M8 M7 M6 M5 M4 M3 M2 M1 = hex XY
Y
If a bit Mn in the module status is set it indicates that an error has occurred in the sensor module. Valid is:
M1 = 1:
M2 = 1:
M3 = 1:
M4 = 1:
EEPROM - error
FLASH - error
ADC error
configuration - error
M5 = 1:
M6 = 1:
M7 = 1:
M8 = 1:

<Kinfo> variable information

length = 29 byte
<variable type>...................binary ............................................1 byte
<variable name> .................ASCII .............................................20 byte
<data format> ....................binary ............................................1 byte
<field length> .....................binary ............................................1 byte
<decimals> .........................binary ............................................1 byte
<unit> ................................ASCII .............................................4 byte
<host input> .......................binary ............................................1 byte
ASCII "0": Empty Variable (EM)
ASCII "1": Analog Input Var. (AI)
ASCII "2": Arithmetic Variable (AR)
ASCII "3": Digital Output Var. (DO)
ASCII "4": Digital Input Var. (DI)
"5":
"6":
"9":
"A":
Setpoint Variable (SP)

Alarm Variable (AL)
Controller Variable (CO)
Analog Output Variable (AO)
Coding <data format>:

hex 00: no format
hex 01: B O O L
hex 02: INTEGER
hex 03: R E A L
hex 04: S E T 8
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Coding <host input>:

hex 00: host input is not possible
hex 01:
host input is possible (tare/reset/dig.out/setpoint values)
read data from a variable:

length = 2..5 byte
<variable number> ..............binary............................................................... 1 byte
<variable value Kx> .............binary............................................................... 1, 2 or 4 byte
write data to a variable:

length = 2..5 byte
<variable value Px> .............binary............................................................... 1, 2 or 4 byte
tare/reset a variable:
length = 1 byte
read, write and tare/reset variables:

length 1 byte
<tare/reset>........................binary............................................................... 1 byte
<variable value P1> .............binary............................................................... 1, 2 or 4 byte
<variable value P2> .............binary............................................................... 1, 2 or 4 byte
: ...................................................................... :
:
<variable value Pn> .............binary............................................................... 1, 2 or 4 byte
ReqDataUnit: [<tare/reset> [ <P1> [ ..... [ <Pn>] ] ] ]

ResDataUnit: <K1 > . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < Kn >
If a bit is set in the <tare/reset> byte, the corresponding sensor variable is tarred or reset respectively. The values
following the <tare/reset> byte are allocated to the writeable variables of the sensor module, according to the order of
their appearance. Writeable variables are Setpoint Variables and Digital Output Variables.
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9.4. MODBUS-Protocol
In the MODBUS-protocol the data are transmitted from and to the sensor module by means of the following sequence:
request telegram
..
DA
..
response telegram
CRC
T1
T1:
T2:
T3:
request telegram
DA .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. CRC
..
DA
..
CRC
T3
T2
time between two characters

time between request-telegram and corresponding response-telegram
time between response-telegram and next request-telegram
You will find the minimum and maximum appearing values for T1, T2 and T3 and the adjustment range in the following
table 9.14.
protocol
baud rate
adjustable
M
2,400 bps
O
4,800 bps
D
9,600 bps
B
19,200 bps
U
38,400 bps
S
T1min
no
T1max
no
T2min
yes
T2max
no
T3min
no
T3max
yes
1.5 CT
3.5 CT
T2min
x
1.2
3.5 CT
0.1 sec
to
600 sec
Table 9.14 Values and adjustment range for the times T1, T2 and T3
Notice: In the MODBUS-protocol T2max amounts at least 12 msec.

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request telegram
idle-interval
> 3,5 CT
ADR
FNR
1 byte 1 byte
function parameters / data
CRC
n byte
2 byte
function parameters / data
CRC
n byte
2 byte
response telegram
idle-interval
> 3,5 CT
ADR
FNR
1 byte 1 byte
The request and response telegrams in the RTU-mode used by the sensor modules are starting with an idle-interval of
at least 3.5 character length. Most simple this will be performed by waiting for at least 4 character-times after receiving
the last character of a telegram. The telegrams have no Start-Delimiter and no End-Delimiter too. The first field after
that idle-interval is the ISM-Address (ADR) followed by the function number (FNR) and the function parameters or data
respectively. At the end the telegrams contain a check sum (CRC) with the length of 16 bits. The check sum is
calculated from the whole telegram without the CRC itself. The CRC-polynomial is: u15 + u13 + 1. The start value is hex
FFFF.

With the MODBUS-protocol the data are read and written via register accesses. The following register accesses are
defined for the communication with the sensor modules:
function number
03 hex
04 hex
06 hex
08 hex
10 hex
function
read holding register (read/write register)
read input register (read only register)
preset single register
Diagnostic
preset multiple register
Table 9.15 MODBUS commands supported by the ISM 112
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Read Holding Register
Description:
With this command input/output registers (read/write registers) can be read.
request telegram
ADR
FNR
03
REGSTA REGNUM
MSB
LSB MSB
CRC
LSB MSB
LSB
response telegram
ADR
FNR
03
BYTNUM
D0
D1
...
Dn
CRC
MSB
LSB
ADR ..................... ISM address (hex 00..7F)

FNR ..................... function number (hex 03)
REGSTA ............... address of the first register to be read
REGNUM .............. number of registers to be read
BYTNUM .............. number of databytes (max. 64)
D0 - Dn ................ databytes (max. 64)
CRC ..................... check sum
CRC polynomial: u15 + u13 + 1
CRC start value: hex FFFF
Read Input Register
Description:
With this command input registers (read only registers) can be read.
request telegram
ADR
FNR
04
REGSTA REGNUM
MSB
LSB MSB
CRC
LSB MSB
LSB
response telegram
ADR
84
FNR
04
BYTNUM
D0
D1
...
Dn
CRC
MSB
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REGSTA ................ address of the first register to be read
REGNUM ............... number of registers to be read
BYTNUM ............... number of databytes (max. 64)
CRC ..................... check sum
Preset Single Register
Description:
With this command a single register can be written.
request telegram
ADR
FNR
06
REGADR
MSB
DATA
LSB MSB
CRC
LSB MSB
LSB
response telegram
ADR
FNR
06
REGADR
MSB
DATA
LSB MSB
CRC
LSB MSB
LSB

REGADR ............... address of the register to be written
DATA ................... dataword (hex 0000..FFFF)
CRC ..................... check sum
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Diagnostic
Description:
With this command a diagnostic telegram will be sent to the sensor module. If the telegram has been received in
correct form the module will send this telegram back unchanged (echo telegram).
request telegram
ADR
FNR
08
SUBFCT
00 00
DATA
A5 37
CRC
MSB
LSB
response telegram
ADR
FNR
08
SUBFCT
00 00
DATA
A5 37
CRC
MSB
LSB

SUBFCT ................ subfunction number (hex 0000)
DATA ................... dataword (hex A537)
CRC ..................... check sum
Preset Multiple Registers
Description:
With this command a large, continuous field of registers can be written.
request telegram
ADR
FNR
10
REGSTA REGNUM BYTNUM

MSB
LSB MSB
LSB
D0
D1
...
Dn
CRC
MSB
LSB
response telegram
ADR
86
FNR
10
REGSTA REGNUM
MSB
LSB MSB
CRC
LSB MSB
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REGSTA ................ address of the first register to be written
REGNUM ............... number of registers to be written
BYTNUM ............... number of databytes (max. 64)
CRC ..................... check sum
9.4.4. Register Contents

Register
Type
Content
Range
variable values in integer format

0000 ............. ro/rw .............variable 1 .........integer value.......... -32768 ... 32767
0001 ............. ro/rw .............variable 2 .........integer value.......... -32768 ... 32767
:
:
:
:
000F ............. ro/rw .............variable 16........ integer value......... -32768 ... 32767
Register
Type
Content
Range
read and write variable (real

0010 ............. ro/rw .............variable 1 real value high word......................0 ... 65535
0011 ............. ro/rw .............variable 1 real value low word .......................0 ... 65535
0012 ............. ro/rw .............variable 2 real value high word......................0 ... 65535
0013 ............. ro/rw .............variable 2 real value low word .......................0 ... 65535
:
:
:
:
002E ............. ro/rw .............variable 16 real value high word..........................0 ... 65535
002F ............. ro/rw .............variable 16 real value low word...........................0 ... 65535
Attention: The low word and the high word of a variable always have to be read or written simultaneously.
Notice: The possibility of a writing command on the registers 0000 up to 002F depends on the configuration. With the
following variable types a writing command is valid if this has been allowed by the Configuration Software ICP 100.
Analog Input with Tare Function:

After a writing command for this variable the tare function will be started.
Digital Counter with Reset Function:
After a writing command for this variable the counter will be set to zero.
Arithmetic Variable with min/max-Function and Reset Function:
After a writing command for this variable the pull-pointer will be reset.
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Setpoint Variable:
After a writing command for this variable the new set value will be taken over.
Digital Output Variable (Host Output):
A writing command for this variable will set the corresponding variable to '1' or '0' respectively.
Register Type
Content Length
variable information
0080
ro............ variable 1 variable type.........................................2 byte
0081
ro............ variable 1 measuring principle ...............................2 byte
0082
ro............ variable 1 field length ...........................................2 byte
0083
ro............ variable 1 decimals ...............................................2 byte
0084
ro............ variable 1 tare/reset .............................................2 byte
0085..0086
ro............ variable 1 units.....................................................4 char
0087..0090
ro............ variable 1 variable name .......................................20 char
0080..009F
0100..011F
0120..013F
0140..015F
0160..017F
0180..019F
01A0..01BF
01C0..01DF
01E0..01FF
0200..021F
0220..023F
0240..025F
0260..027F
0280..029F
02A0..02BF
02C0..02DF
variable information for variable 1


hex 0 Empty Variable (LE)
hex 1 Analog Input Variable (AI)
hex 2 Arithmetic Variable (AR)
hex 3 Digital Output Variable (DO)
hex 4 Digital Input Variable (DI)
hex 5 Setpoint Variable (VO)
hex 6 Alarm Variable (AL)
hex 9 Controller Variable (CO)
hex A Analog Output Variable (AO)
Coding <measuring principle>:
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Analog Input:
hex 0
voltage single-ended
hex 1
voltage differential
hex 2
current
hex 3
resistance 2-wire technique
hex 4
hex 5
hex 6
bridge 4-wire technique
hex 7
bridge 6-wire technique
hex 8
thermocouple internal
hex 9
thermocouple external
hex A
cold junction terminal 1
hex B
potentiometric
hex C
hex D
hex E
Digital Input:
hex 0
no
hex 1
host input
hex 2
frequency
hex 3
progressive counter
hex 4
quadrature counter
hex 5
up/down counter
Digital Output:
hex 0
no
hex 1
host output
hex 2
PWM output
hex 3
process output
Coding <tare/reset>:
hex 0
no tare/reset
hex 1
tare/reset valid
Register
Type
Content
Length
device information
0300 ........................ro .......................number of variables......................2 byte
0301..0303 ...............ro .......................serial number...............................6 char
0304..030D...............ro .......................location .......................................20 char
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Register
Type
Content
Length
device identification
0400..0403 ............... ro ....................... vendor name ("Gantner_") ........... 8 char
0404..0407 ............... ro ....................... model name ("ISM-112_") ............ 8 char
0408..040B............... ro ....................... hw version ("xy.yy_ _ _") ............. 8 char
040C..040F............... ro ....................... sw version ("xy.yy_ _ _").............. 8 char
x ... M
x ... U
x ... T
x ... A
x ... R
y.yy
: monitor program
: universal program
: calibration and test program
: application specific program
: MODBUS-RTU program
: version
Register
Type
Content
Length
status information
0500 ........................ ro ....................... module status.............................. 2 byte
0501 ........................ ro ....................... variable status ............................. 2 byte
<module st.>
0
<variable st.>
0
= M16..M13 M12..M9 M8..M5 M4..M1 = hex 0XYZ

ASCII "0XYZ"
X
Y
Z
= K16..K13 K12..K9 K8..K5 K4..K1 = hex 0XYZ
X
Y
Z
ASCII "0XYZ"
If the bit Mn in the module status is set it indicates that an error has occurred in the sensor module. Valid is:
M1 = 1:
M2 = 1:
M3 = 1:
M4 = 1:
EEPROM
FLASH
ADC
Configuration
- Error
- Error
- Error
- Error
Reserved
FD00..FFFF
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10. SPECIFICATIONS
10.1. Power Supply
voltage range:
power input:
switch-on current:
external protector:
internal protector:
+ 10 .. 30 VDC
max. 2.7 W
max. 1.0 A during 30 ms
max. 1.0 A (inert)
protection against excess voltage, excess current and polarity
conversion (reversible)
10.2. Signal Inputs/Outputs

analog inputs:
analog output:
digital inputs/outputs:
4 (voltage, current, resistance)

1 (current 0 .. 22mA)
2 (low active / open collector)
10.3. Signal Processing

reading rate:
A/D-conversion:
D/A-conversion:
max. 200 measurements per second

16 bit
14 bit
10.4. Force Output

function:
output current:
output voltage:
accuracy:
voltage output
max. 50 mA
5V
2%
10.5. Analog Inputs (4 per Module)

as voltage input:
types of measurement:
ranges:
input impedance:
accuracy:
resolution:
temperature drift:
linearity:
single-ended, differential
10 V / 5 V / 2,5 V / 1,25 V / 625 mV /
312.5 mV / 100 mV / 25 mV / 6.25 mV
100 M
0.01 0.30 %, (dependent on range)
50 100 ppm/C, (dependent on range)
0.01 %
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SPECIFICATION
as current input:
ranges:
input impedance:
accuracy:
resolution:
temperature drift:
linearity:
single-ended
25 mA / 12,5 mA / 6,25 mA / 3.125 mA / 1 mA / 250 A / 62.5 A
100
0.01 %
as resistance input:
ranges:
output current:
accuracy:
resolution:
temperature drift:
linearity:
2-wire, 3-wire, 4-wire

20 k / 10 k / 5 k / 2.5 k / 1.25 k / 625 / 312.5 / 200
0.5 mA
0.05 %
50 ppm/C
0.01 %
as bridge input:
ranges:
input impedance:
accuracy:
resolution:
temperature drift:
linearity:
4-wire, 6-wire
1 V/V / 0.5 V/V / 0.25 V/V / 125 mV/V / 62.5 mV/V / 31.25 mV/V /
10 mV/V / 2.5 mV/V / 0.625 mV/V
100 M
0.01 %
thermocouples with internal compensation:

reference position:
Pt 100, integrated into ICJ 108 at input 4
accuracy:
(0.5 C @ 25 C) 0.005 |t|
10.6. Analog Output (1 per Module)

function:
ranges:
output current:
D/A-conversion:
burden:
accuracy:
resolution:
temperature drift:
linearity:
influence burden:
influence supply:
92
current output
0..20 mA / 4..20 mA / variable (0-22 mA)
max. 22 mA
14 bit
max. 1.2
0,05 %
0,01 %
100 ppm/C
0,01 %
1 A / 250
1 A / 10 V
ISM 112
SPECIFICATIONS
10.7. Digital Inputs/Outputs (2 pro Module)

as input:
function:
input voltage:
input current:
input frequency:
switch. threshold (low):
switch. threshold (high):
time base:
resolution:
accuracy:
minimal on/off-time:
as output:
function:
output voltage:
output current:
output frequency:
type of output:
internal pull-up:
status, frequency, counter

max. + 30 VDC
max. 1.5 mA
max. 25 kHz
> 3.5 VDC
< 1.0 VDC
adjustable between 0.1 and 10 sec.
1 / time base
1 Hz (time base = 10 s) up to 25 kHz
4 Hz (time base = 2.5 s) up to 25 kHz
20 s
host-out, process-out, pulse-width (PWM)

max. 30 V DC
max. 100 mA
max. 100 Hz
open collector
22 k
Notice: With measurements of voltage of the single-ended type of measurement and with resistance measurings in 2and 3-wire technique the precision in the smaller measuring ranges can potentially be reduced in combination with
current measurements and measurings by resistance bridge.
10.8. Bus Interface:

base:
dc decoupling:
character formats:
protocols:
baud rate ASCII:
baud rate PROFIBUS:
baud rate MODBUS:
RS485, shielded twisted pair

500 V
8N1 / 8E1 / 8O1 / 8N2 / 8E2 / 8O2
ASCII, PROFIBUS layer 1+2, MODBUS-RTU
2,400 / 4,800 / 9,600 / 19,200 / 38,400 bps
9.6 / 19.2 / 93.75 / 187.5 kbps
2,400 / 4,800 / 9,600 / 19,200 / 38,400 bps
10.9. Operating Conditions:

perm. ambient temp.:
storing temperature:
moisture:
-20 to +60 C
-30 to +85 C
0 to 95 % at +50 C, non-condensing
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SPECIFICATION
10.10. Electromagnetic Compatibility:

electrostatic discharge (ESD)
radiated electromagnetic fields
electrical fast transients
radiated RFI / EMI
acc. IEC 801-2: 4kV

acc. IEC 801-3:10V/m
acc. IEC 801-4: 2kV/1kV
acc. VDE 0871-1/CISPR11
(level 2)
(level 3)
(level 3)
(class B)
10.11. Shell:
material:
dimensions:
weight:
protective system:
type of installation:
mounting rail:
connection technique:
nom. cross section:
strip length:
ALU-profile and ASA-side pieces

w69 x h90 x d83 mm
w2.7 x h3.5 x d3.3 inch
250 g
IP 20
snap-on mounting
35 mm (1.4 inch) acc. to DIN EN 50022
plug-in terminal screws
max. 1.5 mm (AWG 16), unifilar/fine-strand
6 mm (0.2 inch)
Notice: For CSA-approved installations the modules are intended to be mounted completely inside another enclosure.
10.12. Circuit:
program memory:
data memory:
microprocessor:
A/D-conversion:
64 kbyte Flash-EPROM
512 byte + serial EEPROM
HITACHI H8/520
16 bit, Sigma-Delta-Procedure
10.13. Accessories / Notice for Orders:

The ISM system possesses a line of accessories which fascilitate the rapid, simple mounting and power supply with the
Intelligent Sensor Module in the user's installation. In addition components are available in order to build up locally farreaching bus structures and a higher number of with each other connected sensor modules. A PC can be connected
directly to a bus via an interface converter, so that the whole system by means of the Configuration Software ICP 100
can rapidly be installed.
In specific following accessories are available:
ISK 200: Interface Converter

IRK 100: Repeater/Converter
IBT 100: Bus Termination Plug
ICM 100: Module Jack
ICJ 108: Cold Junction Terminal for ISM 111 and ISM 112
ICL 100: Converter-Connecting Wire
ICP 100: ISM-Configuration Software
94
ISM 112
SPECIFICATIONS
95
ISM 112
SPECIFICATION
11. SIMPLIFIED DRAWINGS
OUT +
OUT -
I/O 2
0V
RUN
ERR
Gantner
AGND
AGND
AGND
In 4
In 3
In 2
UFORCE
In 1
A N A L O G
90 mm (3.5 inch)
112
66 mm (2.6 inch)
ISM
I/O 1
B U S
+10..30V
11.1. Front View
45.5 mm (1.8 inch)

69.5 mm (2.7 inch)
middle of the frontside

and the DIN rail
35 mm (1.4 inch)
33 mm (1.3 inch)
11.2. Side View
10 mm (0.4 inch)
83 mm (3.3 inch)
96
ISM 111
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR DIGITAL SENSORS
A.
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR ANALOG SENSORS FOR ISM 112

measurement of voltage
single-ended
In 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
+
U
measurement of voltage
differential
+
-
AGND
measurement of resistance
in 2-wire technique
In 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
U1
+
-
measurement of current
single-ended
In 1 / 2 / 3
In 2 / 3 / 4
In 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
AGND
AGND
U2
in 3-wire technique
in 4-wire technique
In 1 / 2
In 1 / 2 / 3
In 2 / 3
AGND
measuring by resistance
bridge in 4-wire technique
U FORCE
In 2 / 3 / 4
In 3 / 4
AGND
AGND
measuring by resistance
bridge in 6-wire technique
U
potentiometric
measurements
U FORCE
FORCE
In 1
In 1 / 2 / 3
In 2
In 2 / 3 / 4
In 3
In 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
In 4
AGND
measurement of temperature
with external compensation
measurement of temperature
with internal compensation
In 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
In 1 / 2 / 3
AGND
AGND
AGND
AGND
cold junction for

internal compensation
In 4
AGND
97
ISM 111
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS
B.
PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR DIGITAL SENSORS FOR ISM 112
status output
pulse-width modulation
U+
U+
PWM
I/O 1 / 2
I/O 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
status recording
frequency measurement
I/O 1 / 2
I/O 1 / 2 / 3 / 4
f
0V
0V
up counter
up/down counter
I/O 1
DIRECT.
0V
98
quadrature counter
I/O 1
I/O 1
I/O 2
I/O 2
0V
0V
channel
comment
comment
comment
comment
comment
digital output
arithmetic
setpoint
alarm
regulation
voltage
current
resistance
bridge
temperature
sensor
comment
comment
digital input
analog output
comment
Labeling
status (1,2,3,4)
frequency (1,2)
up counter (1,2)
up/down cnt. (1+2)
quadrature (1+2)
host out (1,2,3,4)
process out (1,2,3,4)
PWM (1,2)
differential
single-ended
2/3/4-wire
4/6-wire
TCint/Cext
cold junction
0 .. 20 mA
4 .. 20 mA
variable (0-22 mA)
type of measurement
(I/Os)
CONFIGURATION TABLE FOR ISM 112
analog input
C.
ISM 111
CONFIGURATION
according to
type of
measurement
according to
type of
measurement
according to
type of
measurement
according to
type of
measurement
according to
type of
measurement
according to
type of
measurement
terminal
connection
99
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
proportional v.
integral value
differential value
bias value
setpoint settings
bus timeout
reset settings
limits
bus timeout
actual value
limits
out of range
response
bus timeout
reset settings
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
actual value
set value
time base
threshold v.
formula
time base
actual value
threshold v.
time base
conv. factor
type of filter
addiitionals
limits
error handling
tare settings
cold junction ch.
cold junction tmp.
range
error
unit
field length
decimals
binary format
format
ISM 112
ACCURACY / RESOLUTION
D.
ACCURACY / RESOLUTION / NOISE / LINEARITY / T-DRIFT
gain step
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
gain
factor
1
2
4
8
16
32
64
100
200
800
3200
range
10 V
5V
2.5 V
1.25 V
625 mV
312.5 mV
100 mV
25 mV
6.25 mV
voltage
measurement
10 V
5V
2.5 V
1.25 V
625 mV
312.5 mV
100 mV
25 mV
6.25 mV
accuracy(1)(3)
0.01 %
Overview Measuring Ranges

current
resistance
measurement
measurement
20 k
10 k
5 k
2.5 k
25 mA
1.25 k
12.5 mA
625
6.25 mA
312.5
3.125 mA
200
1000 A
250 A
62.5 A
-
resistance
bridge
1 V/V
500 mV/V
250 mV/V
125 mV/V
62.5 mV/V
31.25 mV/V
10 mV/V
2.5 mV/V
0.625 mV/V
voltage measurement - single-ended

resolution / noise(1)(3)
linearity(2)
potentiometric
measurement
0 ... 1
-
temperature drift(2)
0.003 %
0.010 %
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
0.03 %
0.10 %
0.30 %
0.003 %
0.010 %
0.030 %
100 ppm/C
(1) values for T=20C , (2) values estimated from the hardware specification
(3) values correspond to 80% of the measuring range
100
ISM 112
range
10 V
5V
2.5 V
1.25 V
625 mV
312.5 mV
100 mV
25 mV
6.25 mV
(1)(3)
accuracy
voltage measurement- differential

linearity(2)
0.03 %
0.003 %
0.10 %
0.010 %
0.03 %
0.10 %
0.30 %
0.003 %
0.010 %
0.030 %
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
100 ppm/C
range
25 mA
12.5 mA
6.25 mA
3.125 mA
1 mA
0.25 mA
0.625 mA
(1)(3)
accuracy
current measurement
0.003 %
0.05 %
0.010 %
0.10 %
0.30 %
0.003 %
0.010 %
0.030 %
linearity(2)
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
100 ppm/C
(1)(3)
resistance measurement
Range
accuracy
linearity(2)
20 k
10 k
5 k
0.003 %
2.5 k
0.05 %
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
1.25 k
625
0.010 %
312.5
200
0.003 %
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Range
1 V/V
500 mV/V
250 mV/V
125 mV/V
62.5 mV/V
31.25 mV/V
10 mV/V
2.5 mV/V
0.625 mV/V
(1)(3)
accuracy
Potentiometric measurement
linearity(2)
0.10 %
0.003 %
0.30 %
0.010 %
0.03 %
0.10 %
0.30 %
0.003 %
0.010 %
0.030 %
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
100 ppm/C
potentiometric measurement
range
accuracy(1)(3)
0 ... 1
0.01 %
linearity(2)
0.003 %
0.01 %
50 ppm/C
102
Notice:
Information in this manual are valid from 19th April 2004 until revocation.
Further changes and completion of the manual are reserved and possible without notice.
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GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS................................................................................................................. 8

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................... 9

STRUCTURE OF THE BUS TOPOLOGY ............................................................................................................ 22

EXAMPLES FOR APPLICATION .......................................................................................................................59

INITIATION AND TEST ...................................................................................................................................65

Bus Interface: ..................................................................................................................................................... 93

11. SIMPLIFIED DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................................ 96

PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR ANALOG SENSORS FOR ISM 112 ................................................................ 97

PINOUT ARRANGEMENTS FOR DIGITAL SENSORS FOR ISM 112 ................................................................ 98

CONFIGURATION TABLE FOR ISM 112 ......................................................................................................... 99

ACCURACY / RESOLUTION / NOISE / LINEARITY / T-DRIFT.................................................................... 100

GENERAL PRELIMINARY REMARKS

1.1. On This Manual

1.2. Important Notice

1.3. Contact for Inquiries

2.1. System Overview

2.2. Range of Application

2.3. Features of Performance

Inputs and Outputs:

Display and Operation:

Measured Value Processing:

3.1. Mounting / Fixing

3.2. Protective System

3.3. Ambient Temperature

3.4. Front of the Appliance / Pin Assignment

(1) terminal strip

SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

(3) LED RUN (green)

Table 3.1 Pin assignment

3.5. Connection Technique

plug-in terminal screws

3.6. Power Supply

+10 ... +30 VDC

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

Figure 3.2 Connection of the distribution voltage

Figure 3.3 Grounding Connection at the ISM 112

3.8. Lightning Protection

3.9. Bus Connection

RS 485 bus connection

SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

Figure 3.4 Connection of the ISM 112 to the bus

RS 485 bus connection

SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

SUPPLY DIGITAL ANALOG

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

3.10. Sensor Connection

3.11. Several Sensors at one Module

number of required analog inputs

Table 3.2 Number of required analog inputs for the different

number of required digital I/Os

Table 3.3 Number of required digital I/Os for the different

3.12. Module Jack ICM 100

DIN-rail 35 mm (1.4 inch)

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE

INTELLIGENT SENSOR MODULE