# Panel Meter, Process, 5-Digit, 14.3 mm, 18 VDC to 36 VDC, DP7800 Series
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**SKU**: DP7800-DC18/36
**Manufacturer**: OMEGA
**Category**: Automation & Process Control || Panel Displays & Instrumentation || Panel Instrumentation || Digital Panel Meters
**Price**: €1479.8700
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 239 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | Lead (04-Feb-2026) |
| Meter Range | 200mV, ±2V, ±20V, ±200V, 4mA to 20mA |
| Digit Height | 14.3mm |
| Product Range | DP7800 Series |
| Meter Function | Process |
| Panel Cutout Width | 92mm |
| Supply Voltage Max | 36VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 18VDC |
| Panel Cutout Height | 45mm |
| No. Of Digits / Alpha | 5 |
| Operating Temperature Max | 60°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -20°C |
## Datasheet
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## **TABLE OF CONTENTS**
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SWITCH FUNCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 LED INDICATORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Peak & Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Decimal Point Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Tare Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Set Display Zero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Set Display Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Analog Output Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Set Analog Output Span . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Limit Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Guardband Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Baud Rate Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unit Address Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Echo and Line Feed Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Continuos Update Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Legend Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Serial Command Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 CALIBRATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Protection Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Zero Point Calibration Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 New Protection Code Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Echo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Line Feed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Address Enable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Address Disable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Read Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Set Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Verify Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Reset Peak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Reset Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Remote Tare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Test Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Continuous Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Set Legend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Remote Serial Command. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Decimal Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Reading Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 FIGURE 1.0 (DP7800 Back View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 FIGURE 2.0 (DP7800 Input Connections) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 FIGURE 3.0 (DP7800 Dual Channel Input Connections). . . . . . . . . 15 SCALING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SCHEMATIC (DP7800 Analog Board). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SCHEMATIC (DP7800 Display Board) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 DIMENSIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 MOUNTING & WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
**DIMENSIONS**
**SPECIFICATIONS:**
## **Power Requirements:**
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- AC: 105VAC to 132VAC @ 50mA (47Hz to 500Hz)
- AC: 198VAC to 264VAC @ 25mA (47Hz to 500Hz) optional.
## **Accuracy:**
- ± .01% or reading ± 1 count of LSD.
## **Display:**
- Type: Five digit, seven segment LED 0.56” (14.3mm) high.
- Polarity Indication: “-” Displayed
- Overrange Indication: “Or” Displayed
- Span programmable from ± 1000 to ± 30,000 counts.
- Digital zero (tare) 50% of span.
- All setup parameters stored in nonvolatile memory during power outage.
## **Limit Outputs:**
## **MOUNTING**
- Two form “A” relay closures rated .25A at 28V.
## **Environmental:**
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- Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +60°C
- Storage Temperature Range: -25°C to +85°C
- Relative Humidity: 0% to 90%, Non-condensing
## **Dimensions:**
- Case size “D” Refer to page 18.
- Weight: 1 pound
- I/O Terminations: Fifteen quick disconnect terminals.
## **Analog to Digital Conversions:**
- Technique: 16 Bit Sigma Delta
- Rate: 3 Conversions/Second (DP7800)
Mounting Straps Supplied by Omega
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**DP7800 DIGITAL DISPLAY BOARD**
## **Analog Output (optional):**
- Voltage: 0-10V, 2.5mV resolution. 0V and 10V points are programmable via front panel switches.
- Maximum drive capability ±2mA.
- CMV: 1400V Peak (AC or DC) between analog output, ground and AC power line to ground.
- 4-20mA output, maximum load 600Ω. The 4mA and the 20mA points are programmable via front panel switches.
## **Serial Interface (optional):**
- ASCII RS-232 orRS485 compatible (optional); format: 1 start bit, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity bits. Baud Rates: 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 600,150, & 75 programmable from the front panel.
## **Range Programming:**
- Solderless jumpers on rear of unit 0 to ±200mV, ±2V, ±20V, ±200V, and 4-20ma. When option 20 is selected ranges are 0-5V, 1-5V, or 4-20mA.
## **OPTIONS**
- -S2 RS232 Compatible Interface • -S4 RS485 Compatible Interface
- -DC5 +5VDC input power 600mA max
- -AMA 4-20mA output max load 600Ω • -A10 Analog output, (0-10VDC) tracks input
- -DC 9/18 9-18VDC power @ 600mA
- -DC 18/36 18-36VDC power @ 500mA
- -230VAC 230VAC; 50Hz - 400Hz input power • -LED Sunlight Readable Red LED
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**DP7800 VOLTMETER ANALOG BOARD**
## **DESCRIPTION:**
The DP7800 is a new generation short depth 1/8 DIN package, microprocessor based digital readout that is easily programmable via the four front panel switches. Zero offset of up to 50% of span is easily accomplished using a single front panel pushbutton. Engineering units scaling is done using a microprocessor and the sixteen bit analog to digital converter. The unit will accept two voltage inputs simultaneously and perform math functions on the two inputs with alarm relay outputs. Available math functions are A - B, A + B, A x B, A ÷ B, and y = mx + B.
Optional analog outputs of 0 - 10VDC or 4 - 20mA are available and the high and low points of these outputs can be programmed via the front panel switches or even inverted ie: 20 - 4mA. Peak and valley detect with memory and reset are standard on the unit. RS232 and RS485 interface options are available to interface to computers, PLC”s or printers. Bezel and scratch resistant lens are sealed to meet the requirements of NEMA 4 and supplied with gasket to seal unit to panel.
## SWITCH FUNCTIONS:
On the front of the DP7800 will be four switches that are placed behind the front lens. Each switch is labeled from left to right as Mode [Enter], P&V[Up], RP&V[Down], and Tare[Toggle]. A description of each switch function is as follows.
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**SWITCH FUNCTIONS:**
## **SCALING**
On the rear of the meter you will find some jumpers labeled JP1-JP11. These jumpers are used to set the input voltage settings for channel 1 and channel two inputs. To make these jumpers follow the table below.
## _**Data Acquisition & Display**_
Press to set the display mode for a actual reading and channel indication.
## _**Setup & Calibration Modes**_
Press to record a complete setting and advance to the next setup.
## _**Data Acquisition & Display**_
Press to set the display mode for peak, valley, and back to the original mode.
## _**Setup & Calibration Modes**_
Press to increment the digit/parameter being set.
Note that JP2-JP6 set the input for channel 1 and JP7-JP11 set the input for channel 2. When setting the jumpers for channel 1 and channe3l 2 only jumper the one that is called out.
Note that JP1 is not normally used.
## Channel 1:
• 200mV Jumper JP2 • 2V Jumper JP3 • 20V Jumper JP4 • 200V Jumper JP5 4-20mA Jumper JP2 and JP6
## Channel 2:
## _**Data Acquisition & Display**_
Press to reset the peak or valley.
## _**Setup & Calibration Modes**_
Press to decrement the digit/parameter being set.
- 200mV Jumper JP7 • 2V Jumper JP8 • 20V Jumper JP9 • 200V Jumper JP10 4-20mA Jumper JP7 and JP11
It may be necessary to recalibrate each channel when changing these jumpers.
## _**Data Acquisition & Display**_
Press to record the current reading as the tare value. Hold for a approximately two seconds, to set display tare.
## _**Setup & Calibration Modes**_
Press to advance to the next digit to be set.
## **LED INDICATORS:**
Illuminates when the display reading exceeds the set high limit.
Illuminates when the display reading is below the set low limit.
Illuminates when the display is set to peak mode.
Illuminates when the display is set to valley mode.
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**TRANSDUCER TO TB1**
SETUP:
## **FIGURE 2.0**
Your meter setup is accomplished by using the four front panel switches. The setup mode is entered by pressing the Mode[Enter] and P&V[Up] switches simultaneously. At this point we will examine how to perform the setup procedures.
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NOTE: If not pressed simultaneously the unit may go into peak/valley mode upon exiting the setup mode. The peak/valley LED will be illuminated and the peak/valley reading will be displayed.
## _Peak & Valley:_
## **DP7800 CONNECTIONS**
- _**TB1**_ 1. +115VAC 2. -115VAC 3. RS-232 Transmit/RS-485
4. RS-232 Receiver/RS-485
5. Digital Ground
6. Limit One Normally-Open 7. Limit One Common
8. Limit Two Normally-Open 9. Limit Two Common
10. Channel One Input +
Upon entering the setup mode the peak and valley setup displays To activate the peak use the P&V[Up] switch which will toggle the peak(PH) on and off, with the “1” being on and the “0” being off. For the valley(uL) use the RP&V[Down] switch operate the same way. Press the Mode[Enter] switch to proceed with the setup.
## _Decimal Point Position:_
Program the desired decimal point position using the Tare[Toggle] switch to move the decimal point. Press Mode[Enter] when done.
## _Tare Setting:_
The tare command is used to remove tare (set tare value to zero). The tare switch will not remove the tare value when unit is in the standard operating mode.
11. Channel One Input -
12. Channel 2 Input +
13. Channel 2 Input - 14. Analog Output 15. Analog Ground
NOTE: This unit should be tied to earth ground for proper line power filtering and safety precautions.
NOTE: Standard Input Power is 115VAC (Optional power is listed below).
Option - DC9/18 Option - DC18/36 Option DC Input Power is Pin 1 (-) Pin 2 (+)
## _Set Display Zero:_
To setup the display zero, the number is what the display will read when the voltage at the input is the same as zero, calibration is on page 10. This can be any positive number up to 30,000. To change this number, follow this procedure. P&V[Up] increments the number and RP&V[Down] decrements the number. Switch Tare[Toggle] increases the multiplier that the number is incremented or decremented by. Upon entering any setup function the multiplier defaults to 1. At each press of Tare[Toggle] the multiplier increases by a factor of 10. For example: 1, 10, 100, 1000, 10000, 100000. To enter this number and go to the next setup option press Mode[Enter].
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**DP7800 BACK VIEW**
_Set Display Span:_
## **FIGURE 1.0**
Momentarily, this is what is displayed, then a number will appear on the display. This number is what the display will read when the voltage is at the input voltage calibrated for full scale. This can be any positive number up to 30,000. To change this number follow the same procedure as outlined above. To enter this number and go to the next setup option press Mode[Enter]. The next setup option is setting of the channel 2, zero and span values. The above procedure for setting the values for channel one is repeated for channel two.
## **DP7800 DUAL CHANNEL INPUT CONNECTIONS**
## _Analog Output Setup:_
If the analog output option has been installed this message will be displayed after the span setup. This number is what the display reads when the analog output is at zero volts or 4mA. This can be any number over the range of displayable reading inputs. To change this number follow the switch functions on page 3. Upon entering any setup function the multiplier defaults to 1. At each press of Tare[Toggle] the multiplier increases by a factor of 1. For example: 1, 10, 100, 1000, 10000, 100000, 1. Enter the number and proceed to the next setup by Mode[Enter].
## _Set Analog Output Span:_
This is the analog span that is part of the analog output option. This number is what the display reads when the analog output is at ten volts or 20mA. This can be any number over the range of displayable readings inputs. To change this number, follow the same procedure as outlined above. Enter the number and this concludes the analog setup. Enter the next setup.
## _Limit Setup:_
Indicates the limit setup function that deals with the limit values and other parameters. After coming to the limit functions the display will change after about one second and a number will be indicated. This number is the limit 1 setting. This setting can be changed using the same procedure as outlined above in the display zero function. After setting this number press Mode[Enter] switch it will advance to the next limit function. The next function sets whether the limit activates above the limit or below the limit. The unit then displays
where “H” which activates the limit above the display reading or “L” which activates the limit below the display reading. To change the above or below activation setting, press the RP&V[Up] switch. After setting these parameters press Mode[Enter] switch and this will be repeated for the second limit. After setting the second limit parameters pressing Mode[Enter]. The above two functions will be repeated for the second limit. After setting the second limit parameters pressing Mode[Enter] and the instrument will advance to the next setup function.
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_Guardband Setup:_
X=0: No decimal point X=1: YYYY.Y X=2: YYY.YY
X=3: YY.YYY
X=4: Y.YYYY X=5: .YYYYY
READING MODE: [PVXc.r.]
The reading mode command is used to set the display and serial interface reading modes (i.e., reading, peak, or valley). The attached number (X) has a range from 0 to 6 with each value representing a particular combination of displays and serial reading modes. The list of combinations follows:
X = 0: Display = reading, Serial = reading X = 1: Display = peak, Serial = reading X = 2: Display = reading, Serial = peak X = 3: Display = Peak, Serial = Peak X = 4: Display = valley, Serial = reading X = 5: Display = reading, Serial = valley X = 6: Display = valley, Serial =valley
The next setup function will allow control over the limit settings for control applications. The three digit number is the guardband setting in degrees. The guardband setting will allow the reading to fall within a window before limit activation occurs. For Example: If the limit were set at 500, the guardband set at 5, and the limit activates as a high limit. If the reading were 490 the limit would be off, if the reading were 501 the limit would be on, if the limit were on and the readings starts to fall the limit would not turn off until the reading falls below 495. This feature is useful when using a heater to control the temperature of a liquid. To change the guardband setting, pressing P&V[Up] will increment the number by one, and pressing RP&V[Down] will decrement the number by one. After setting the guardband pressing Mode[Enter] will advance to the next setup function.
NOTE: See the serial communications section on page 11 for more information on the following setups. Note that the baud rate setup, unit address setup, echo line feed, continuous update, and the serial command setups apply only if you have options one or two installed on the instrument.
## _Baud Rate Selection:_
Program the desired baud rate using the P&V[Up] or RP&V[Down] and toggle through the available settings (9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, 600, 300, 150, and 75). Select a desired setting and press Mode[Enter] when done.
## _Unit Address Setup:_
The address enable and disable commands can be used when a series of DP7800’s are connected together on the same serial bus. The address enable command allows the unit specified by the address number XXX to be enabled. The address used must be in the range of 0 to 255. To program the unit’s address (0 to 255) using the P&V[Up] and RP&V[Down] switches. Press Mode[Enter} when done.
## _Echo and Line Feed Setup:_
The echo command is used to turn the auto echo function on or off. When on, the unit automatically re-transmits all received serial data. When the selected value X is a one the echo function is turned on, conversely when X is zero the echo function is turned off.
The line feed command is used to turn the line feed function on or off. When the line feed is on the unit will follow every message with a line feed character. When the selected value is a one the line feed character is transmitted, conversely when X is zero the line feed character is not transmitted. To turn the line feed option on/off use the RP&V[Down] Switch. Press Mode[Enter] when done.
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_Continuous Update Setup:_
CONTINUOUS READING: [CFXXXXc.r.]
The continuous reading command allows an auto serial update mode to be selected. A value of -1 will output data once for every conversion (3 times per second). A value of one or greater will indicate the number of seconds between updates, up to the maximum of 3600 seconds between updates. The value of zero will disable the auto update function. To program the continuous update setting (-1-3600) using the P&V[Up], RP&V[Down] switches to move in either direction. The Tare[Toggle] switch sets the increment that you choose to move in. Press Mode[Enter] when done. Legend Setup:
The legend setup command allows the selection of a unit to define the transmitted reading. Use the P&V[Up], RP&V[Down] switches to select a legend number from the legend table below. Press Mode[Enter] when done.
|1. - LBS
6. - F.
2. - TEMP
7. - Mv
3. - C
8. - V
4. - C.
9. - A
5. - F
10. - Ohms|_Legend T_
_able_
11. - KOhms
12. - Mohms
13. - PSI
14. - PSIA
15. - PSIG|16. - RPM
21. - Hz
17. - FPM
22. - VAC
18. - GPM
23. - mRADS
19. - MPH
20. - IPM|
|---|---|---|
## _Serial Command Setup:_
Remote serial command is most widely used if several units are connected together in series to the same printer. A device code allows the units to “take turns” on a serial bus. When two or more units are connected serially and set for the same bus, the first unit in the string can have its device code enabled. All units should have the echo function enabled in order to pass messages along in the string. When the serial command is sent a value (XYY) the first attached number (YY) is the corresponding number for the remote serial command. A table of these numbers can be found in the serial communication section on Page 11. Use the P&V[Up] switch to select the device code. Press Mode[Enter] when done.
The continuous reading command allows the auto serial update mode to be selected. It updates all the units with corresponding display data at the selected time interval. The attached number (XXXX) is the numeric value from -1 to 3600. A value of 0 will disable the auto update function. A value of -1 will output data once for every conversion (2.5 times per second). A value of one or greater indicates the number of seconds between updates up to maximum of 3600 seconds between updates.
SET LEGEND: [LRX c.r.]
The set legend command allows the selection of a unit indicator, which will be added onto reading update from the serial output. The number (X) applied to the command indicated which unit form the legend table ( on page 9) will be appended to the serial reading.
## REMOTE SERIAL COMMAND: [SCXYyc.r.]
For data logging purposes, certain concessions must be made if several units are connected together to the same printer. If the units are connected serially and set for the same auto update time, contention could result in scrambled data at the printer. A device code allows the units to “take turns” on the serial bus. When two or more units are connected to the same bus, the first unit in the string can have its device code enabled. The unit will then send a printable character at the end of its message string. The next unit will suppress this character and perform a serial command specified in the remote serial command setup (for example a RD command). The second unit may also have the device code enabled and so on. All units should have the echo function enabled in order to pass messages along in the string.
When the SC command is sent a value of zero for the first attached number (X) disables the device code, conversely a one enables the device code. The second attached number (YY) is the corresponding number for the remote serial command. These numbers can be found in the serial communications section in the table on page 11.
## DECIMAL POSITION: [DPXc.r.]
The decimal position command allows programming a decimal point position for the display and serial communication readings. The attached number (X) can have a range kof 0 to 5 the table below shows the each value and its corresponding effect on the decimal point position.
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## READ DISPLAY: [Rdc.r]
When the read display command is received the unit will return either the current reading, the current peak reading or the current valley reading, depending on the serial reading mode selected by the reading mode command (see below). The return data format will be [sXXXX.Xc.r.] where (s) is the minus sign (if needed), (XXXXX) is the reading, and (.) is the decimal point (if needed).
## **CALIBRATION:**
The calibration mode is entered by pressing RP&V[Down]and Tare[Toggle] switches simultaneously. Note: This is the only method to check or change the calibration of this unit externally.
## SET LIMIT: [S#XXXXXc.r.]
The set limit command is used to program a limit number for the high or low limit. The first number following the command (#) specifies whether the high limit or low limit is being programmed. A one in this field specifies the high limit, while a two specifies the low limit. The number following this (XXXXX) is the actual limit number to be entered.
## VERIFY LIMIT: [VXc.r.]
The verify limit command is used to read the current high and low limit settings for the unit. The applied number (X) specifies whether the high or low limit value is to be returned. A one specifies the high limit, while a two specifies the low limit.
## RESET PEAK: [Spc.r.]
The reset peak command performs a remote reset to the peak reading.
## RESET VALLEY: [Svc.r.]
Note: Do not enter the calibration mode unless you have an appropriate signal sources for zero and span calibration.
## _Protection Code:_
Before any calibration can be performed on the unit a unique security code must be entered. If the code is not entered correctly the unit will automatically revert to display and acquisition mode; otherwise, the user is allowed to proceed with the calibration sequence. To enter the code use the P&V[Up] or the RP&V[Down] switches to set the code any were from (0-99). The unit is normally shipped from the factory with a protection code of “10” programmed.
## Display’s the introduction to the calibration of the A/D Converter.
For one count the present zero point is displayed, for the next count the present span calibration will display.
The reset valley command performs a remote reset to the valley reading.
## REMOTE TARE: [SZXc.r.]
The remote tare command is used to perform a tare function comparable to the panel tare switch. When the command is received with a number (X) attached, the tare value is set or cleared depending on whether the unit was already tared or not. When the command is received without a number attached the current tare value is returned.
## TEST MESSAGE: [TMc.r.]
The test message command is diagnostic aid. When the test message command is received the unit will output all current settings, readings and the model number with software revision.
## _Zero Point Calibration Programming:_
This is to show that a new zero point and span is ready to be set. To continue depress the P&V[Up] switch, that will display channel one and enable your zero (null) point. Set the transducer or calibrator for zero output, allow sufficient time for the reading to stabilize, then press the P&V[Up] switch to store the new zero calibration data. Next set the transducer or calibrator for a full-scale output, allow sufficient time for the reading to stabilize. Then press the RP&V[Down] switch to store the new span calibration. Press the Mode[Enter] switch to move to the next step.
## _New Protection Code Programming:_
A different protection code can be programmed at this time. The code can be anywhere in the range 0-99. If a new code is not required simply press Mode[Enter]. The calibration sequence is now ended. Allow the instrument to stabilize approximately 5 seconds.
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**SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS:**
If the serial communications option is installed it allows the DP7800 series to communicate with a remote computer, terminal or printer. Two standard serial options are available RS-232 or RS-485. Almost all functions available from the front panel switches can be duplicated by the host computer. Listed below are all commands with their associated remote serial command number. Later in this section a full description is given for each command.
- 1 EH Set Echo Mode 2 LF Set Line Feed Mode 3 AE Address Enable 4 AD Address Disable 5 RD Read Display 6 NOT USED 7 NOT USED 8 S1 Set Limit One (high limit) 9 S2 Set Limit Two (low limit) 10 NOT USED 11 NOT USED 12 SP Peak Reset 13 SV Valley Reset 14 SZ Remote Tare 15 NOT USED 16 NOT USED 17 NOT USED 18 NOT USED 19 TM Test Message 20 NOT USED 21 NOT USED 22 CR Set Continuous Reading Mode 23 NOT USED 24 NOT USED 25 NOT USED 26 LR Set Legend 27 SC Remote Serial Command 28 DP Set Decimal Point Position 29 NOT USED 34 NOT USED 35 PV Set Display, Serial Reading Modes
Serial data is transmitted/received as ASCII characters, using the selected baud rate, each word or character is made up of eight data bits, one stop bit and no parity bit. The format of data transmitted depends on the command. The left most character is transmitted or received first and terminated with a carriage return (c.r.). When additional digits are required, the leading zeros or place holders may be omitted. A plus
sign is optional but if used, it must proceed the numbers. Any received numbers will have the decimal point ignored. Transmitted numbers will have a decimal point (when needed) to conform with the display format. In the command descriptions below the command string will be shown within brackets ([ ]), the sign if required will be shown as a lower case (s), and the number as upper case (X). Commands that are used to set a parameter can be sent to the unit without that parameter attached. The unit will respond with the current setting for that parameter. This allows the verification of parameter settings. Once a valid command is received and executed, the unit responds by transmitting [Okc.r.] on the serial bus. The following is a list of all serial commands with a description of their meaning, along with programming instructions.
ECHO: [EHXc.r.]
The echo command is used to turn the auto echo function on or off. When the echo is on, the unit automatically re-transmits all received serial data. When the applied value X is a one the echo function is turned on, conversely when X is zero, the echo function is turned off.
LINE FEED: [LFXc.r.]
The line feed command is used to turn the line feed on or off. When the line feed is on the unit will follow every message with a line feed character. When the applied value X is a one the line feed character is transmitted, conversely when X is zero the line feed character is not transmitted.
## ADDRESS ENABLE: [AEXXXc.r.]
The address enable and disable commands can be used when a series of units are connected together on the same serial bus, (i.e. a RS-485 serial interface where several units are in parallel on a serial bus or an RS-232 serial interface where several units are connected in series). The address enable command allows the unit specified by the address number XXX to be enabled. The address used must be in the range of 0 to 255. When the unit address is set to 0, the unit will respond to commands without first receiving the address enable command. When enabled with the address enable command the unit will respond with [HELLOc.r.]
ADDRESS DISABLE: [ADXXXc.r.],[Adc.r.]
This command allows the unit specified by the address number XXX to be turned off or disabled. The address must be in the range of 1 to 255. If an address is not supplied with the command all units on the serial bus will be turned off or disabled. If the unit is disabled by the unit address number the unit will respond with [BYEc.r.].
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