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This technical manual describes the installation, characteristics, and use of I/O modules for the Continuum intelligent building control system. The Continuum system allows various combinations of DIN rail-mounted I/O modules, a CPU module, and a power supply module to be mixed and matched to meet building control and monitoring needs. Input and output modules communicate digitally with the CPU module and can be added as networking requirements expand.

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 1998, Andover Controls Corporation
All Rights Reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced, read or stored in a retrieval

system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission of
Andover Controls Corporation.

Produced in the United States of America.

Infinity is a trademark of Andover Controls Corporation. All other trademarks

are the property of their respective owners.

Continuum I/O Reference, Version: REVIEW February, 1998

Andover Controls part number: 30-3001-499

The information in this book is furnished for informational purposes only, is

subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment
by Andover Controls Corporation. Andover Controls Corporation, assumes no
liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document.

Continuum Power Supply Reference, 30-3001-702

Continuum CPU Reference, 30-3001-701

Continuum Display Module Reference, 30-3001-711

Andover Controls Corporation

300 Brickstone Square
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-0555
fax: (978) 470-0946

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Radio Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions in this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Note
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.

Avis
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

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Contents

Introduction...................................................................... 1

Mechanical Installation.................................................... 4
Overall Dimensions ....................................................................7
Door-Mounted Modules..............................................................8

Power-CPU Connections............................................... 10
Connection of I/O Modules.......................................................11
Maximum Number of I/O Modules............................................12
Maximum Length of I/O Bus.....................................................12
Connecting Remote I/O Modules with RS-485.........................12
Termination Guidelines ............................................................13

Individual Module Characteristics................................ 17

General Wiring Concerns.........................................................17

INPUT Modules
UI-8-10 / UI-8-10-10V .................................................................19
DI-6-AC / DI-6-AC-HV ................................................................35
DI-8 ............................................................................................43
MI-6............................................................................................53

OUTPUT Modules
DM-20 ........................................................................................61
AO-4-8 / AO-4-8-O .....................................................................73
DO-4-R / DO-4-R-O ....................................................................83
DO-6-TR ....................................................................................91
LO-2 / LO-2-O ............................................................................99

MIXED Modules
AC-1.........................................................................................113

Continuum I/O System Reference

This manual describes the installation, care and use of all Continuum I/O modules.

The Continuum Ethernet-based intelligent building system allows you to mix and match
various combinations of DIN rail-mounted moduleshigh density I/O, CPU and power
supply, and your choice of several user interface modulesin a single controller location
to meet your building’s control and monitoring needs. With the Continuum system, as
your network grows, simply add or replace I/O modules as needed.

The Continuum I/O modules feature a sleek, lightweight casing designed for natural
convection cooling, and a 3-position front cover for easy, hands-free access. Built-in
quick-release fasteners at the back of each I/O module are provided for DIN rail
mountingno tools required. These fasteners also snap into a locked position for panel
mounting. Input and output connectors are located at the bottom of each I/O module and
are removable for easy field access and maintenance. All Continuum modules are
designed for mounting in an optional NEMA 1-style Continuum enclosure.

The Continuum I/O modules communicate with the Continuum NetController CPU
module. Like all Continuum modules, the I/O modules snap together directly via built-in
connectors on either side so network expansion is quick and easy. Both power
transmission and communication signals between the Continuum power supply module,
NetController CPU module, and all I/O modules feed through this connection. For added
convenience in certain applications, such as door control or lighting control, a single
module or groups of I/O modules can be remotely located and connected using approved
cable and powered from a local 24 VDC power supply. Each I/O module features its own
push-button for quick and easy network commissioning.

This document covers the standard Input and Output modules. For information
regarding the special Continuum enclosure door-mounted display modules
consult the Andover Controls Continuum Display Module Reference.

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I/O System Introduction

The Continuum I/O system is comprised of a series of modules separated by function

that connect via a common electrical communications bus. Each functional component is
enclosed in a plastic case containing all of its connections to the outside world. Modules
are connected to a central controller via a standard five conductor connector.

The Continuum system includes at least one power supply and a single controller
module. I/O modules provide the controller with the ability to interface with the outside
world. They connect directly and communicate with the CPU. The following is a typical
architecture drawing of a Continuum System:

Power Supply Controller I/O Modules

Continuum I/O modules are available in INPUT, OUTPUT, MIXED and DISPLAY
varieties.

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The INPUT modules available are:

• UI-8-10; Universal Input Module

• UI-8-10-10V; Universal Input Module
• DI-6 AC; AC Digital Input Module
• DI-6 AC HV; AC Digital Input Module
• DI-8; Digital Input Module
• DM-20; Digital Input/Output Module (for DIO-20)
• MI-6; MilliAmp Input Module

The OUTPUT modules available are:

• AO-4-8-O; Analog Output Module (with override)

• AO-4-8; Analog Output Module
• DO-4-R-O; Relay Output Module (with override)
• DO-4-R; Relay Output Module
• DO-6-TR; Triac Output Module
• LO-2-O; Lighting Output Module (with override)
• LO-2; Lighting Output Module

The MIXED modules available are:

• AC-1; Door, Access Control, Wiegand Module

• AC-1-ABA; Door, Access Control, ABA Module

The DISPLAY modules available are:

• LB-8; 8-Channel LED Bar Display/ 8 Push Button Module

• LS-8; 8-Channel, 3 Digit 7-Segment LED Display/ 16 Push Button Module
• LC-1; 2-Line LCD Display/ 12 Push Button Module
• VM-1; Voice Record and Playback Module
• GA-40; Graphic Annunciator Panel

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Mechanical Installation
Each I/O module, except the Display variety, is enclosed in the same standard plastic
case that is designed to be mounted on a standard DIN rail or fastened to a panel.

Note: In order to meet agency requirements, it is necessary that the modules along
with the power supply and controller be housed in another metal enclosure i.e., a
NEMA box or the new Andover Controls Continuum enclosure.

The standard I/O module plastic case is illustrated below:

Status Indicators
& some switches

Status indicators and operator switches are located on the indicator panel. Other
switches available for module configuration may be accessed by lifting the hinged door to
the module as shown.

Connections to
controlled/sensed
equipment

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Wiring to controlled points or sensors is accomplished via a standard removable screw
terminal block located at the bottom of the module behind the door. An open area at the
bottom of the case allows wires to exit in an appropriate manner.

On the back of each module are molded DIN rail guide fingers. The design allows the
module to easily hook onto and slide along a standard DIN rail.

Locking Fingers

With the mounting brackets extended outward, hook the module onto the DIN rail as
shown below:

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Slide the module into position.

Press the lower mounting bracket inward until it locks the module in place.

Press the upper bracket into its locked position as well.

Once the module is in the desired position, it is locked to the rail by pushing the bottom
clamps inward. After the bottom is secure, press the top clamp inward to complete the
operation.

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Overall Dimensions

The overall dimensions of the standard I/O case are as shown:

6.70''
(170.2 mm)

2.50 '' 3.50 ''

(63.5 mm) (88.5 mm)

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Enclosure-Mounted Modules

The modules that are designed to be mounted to the new Andover Controls Continuum
enclosure fit into openings left by removing panels in the front door.

The new enclosure provides a place to mount a power supply, CPU and up to ten DIN rail
mounted I/O modules. Several display modules can be affixed to the front panel.

The enclosure is a 6” deep NEMA box with integral display panels, DIN rails, cable
troughs and a battery storage compartment.

DIN Rail

Cable Trough

Battery
Storage

The enclosure features three DIN rails and cable management accessories. Use of the
new enclosure is not required, however, it provides a convenient method of constructing
small local systems.

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The front door of the enclosure contains removable sections into which special operator
display and control modules may be mounted. Alternately, Plexiglas panels may be used
to view the status lights of all internal modules when the door is closed.

Removable
Display Panels

Spacers for
Additional Displays

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Power-CPU Connections

The Continuum NetController CPU module includes a connector on the upper right
side of its case for further distribution of the 24 VDC input power and special I/O
communications signals to all I/O modules. Continuum I/O modules use these signals
for power and communications as well.

The power-I/O connector is a five pin male assembly that is designed to easily insert
directly into the left side (input) connector of any I/O module. The signals within that
connector are as follows:

PIN Function
5 +24 VDC 5
4 24 VDC Return
3 Ground
2 Comm B
1 Comm A

The system power supply generates a +24 VDC source for all modules in the system.
This power source is received through the input power connector on the left side of
the CPU module and sent through to pins 4 and 5 of this connector. Pin 3 (Ground) is
intended as a signal ground connection.

Communications between the CPU and I/O modules is through a two-signal serial
interface that can be internally configured as either RS 485 or Echelon LON FTT-10.
Pins 1 and 2 (Comm B and Comm A) provide the electrical connection for this
interface.

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Connection of I/O Modules
The CPU can directly connect to I/O without the use of cables through a system of
built-in plugs and jacks. All I/O modules include two complementary module inter-
connectors.
Creating a system is as simple as physically plugging the modules together.

Power Supply CPU

I/O I/O

In vertical extended systems, I/O modules may be located above or below other
modules. In this case, cable assemblies bridge the I/O modules together.

The cable necessary to connect the CPU and external I/O modules is five conductor
and would be attached using a plug-in screw terminal connector. Connection
between the modules is one-to-one straightforward wiring as shown below:

5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
1 1

This connector is available from Andover Controls under part number 01-2050-283;
Wieland manufactures it under part number 25.340.0553.0.

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Maximum Number of I/O Modules
There is no operational limit to the number of I/O modules connected to the CPU except
the capacity of the power supply. It is possible to insert auxiliary power supplies into the
I/O bus to increase the number of modules supported.

To determine the maximum number of I/O modules your system can support, subtract the
power requirements for each module from the maximum available from your power
supply.

• PS 120/240 AC 50 U, UPS power supply provides 35 Watts of power

• PS 120/240 AC 50, non-UPS power supply provides 50 Watts of power
• PS –48 DC 50, Battery operated power supply provides 50 Watts of power
• NetController requires 15 Watts of power

Start by subtracting the NetController from the power available from your power supply.

PS 120/240 AC 50 U
35 – 15 = 20 Watts of available power for I/O

PS 120/240 AC 50
50 – 15 = 35 Watts of available power for I/O

PS –48 DC 50
50 – 15 = 35 Watts of available power for I/O

The power requirements for each I/O module is listed in the Continuum I/O System
Reference Guide ACC # 30-3001-499 and can be found on individual data sheets.

Maximum Length of I/O Bus

A repeater is necessary if the cable lengths get too long. The following are
recommendations regarding cable lengths for both RS-485 and FTT-10 interfaces:

RS-485 Repeater required if length is >2000 ft. (610 m) or after 32 modules.

FTT-10 Repeater required if length is >8858 ft. (2700 m) bus topology
>1640 ft. (500 m) free topology

Connecting Remote I/O Modules with RS-485

The Continuum system allows I/O modules to be placed in a remote location from the
CPU (NetController). However, long cable lengths can cause signal communications
problems on the Power/I-O bus.

When locating an I/O module remotely it is necessary to add a 120 Ω terminator to the
bus to compensate for the distance. The terminator must be connected at both ends of
the bus for proper operation.

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Termination Guidelines
The following are typical installations that indicate the placement of the terminator:

Simple CPU and 1 remote I/O Module:

The I/O Bus that needs to be terminated is the one formed by the cable attaching the
remote module to the CPU. In this case, a terminator resistor is connected across the
communications lines (pins 1 & 2) directly at the NetController and again at the remote
I/O module.

CPU 5 5

4 4
3 3

2 2

1 1

120 Ω 120 Ω
Resistor Resistor Remote
I/O
Module

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CPU with local and 1 remote I/O Module:

The I/O Bus that needs to be terminated is the one formed by the cable that starts at
the NetController and ends at the remote module. The bus that extends from the
NetController through the local I/O stack does not need termination. In this case, the
terminator resistor is connected directly across the communications lines (pins 1 & 2) at
the NetController and again at the remote I/O module.

Local Local
CPU 5
I/O
5

4 4 I/O
3 3

2 2

1 1

120 Ω
Resistor

4
3

120 Ω
Resistor Remote
I/O
Module

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CPU with local and several remote I/O Modules:

The I/O Bus that needs to be terminated is the one formed by the cable that starts at
the NetController and ends at the first remote module. The bus that extends from the
NetController through the local I/O stack and the one that starts at the first remote
module and extends through subsequent modules do not need termination. In this
case, the terminator resistor is connected directly across the communications lines
(pins 1 & 2) at the NetController and again at the first remote I/O module.

Local Local
CPU 5
I/O
5

4 4 I/O
3 3

2 2

1 1

120 Ω
Resistor

5 5

4 4
3 3

2 2

1 1

120 Ω
Resistor Remote Remote
I/O I/O
Module Module

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CPU with two remote modules separated by distance:

The I/O Bus that needs to be terminated is the one formed by both cables on either
end of the first remote I/O module. In this case, the bus begins at the NetController,
flows by the first remote module and ends at the second. The terminator resistor is
connected directly across the communications lines (pins 1 & 2) at the NetController
and again at the last remote I/O module. If the last module is actually a stack of
directly connected I/O modules, the terminator is placed at the first module of the
stack as indicated in the scenario described on the previous page.

CPU 5

4
3

120 Ω
Resistor 5 5

4 4

3 3

2 2

1 1

Remote 120 Ω Remote

I/O Resistor I/O
Module Module

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Individual Module Characteristics
This section of the document describes the various I/O modules and presents interfacing
information. Each module is presented in its own mini-section. The part number
designator for the module being described is printed on the outer edge of each page.

General Wiring Concerns for All Modules

Do not remotely ground any part of the input sensor wiring. Remote grounds connected
to the return terminal could make the system operate incorrectly or damage the
equipment. The signal return is not true earth ground. It is an electronic reference point
necessary to interpret the sensor properly.

It is recommended that you run input wiring in a conduit separate from AC power or
output wiring and avoid long wiring runs.

For reliable input operation, follow these input wiring guidelines:

• Never lay wires across the surface of a printed circuit board.

• Wires should never be within 1 in. or 25 mm of any component on a printed
circuit board.
• Use shielded input wire.
• Terminate the shield of the input wires at one end of the run only—preferably at
the end where your I/O module is located.
• Be careful when stripping wire not to drop small pieces of wire inside the cabinet.
• Don’t run your input wiring in the same conduit with AC power.
• Don’t run your input wiring in the same conduit with your output wiring.

Grounding the Modules

Each module includes a screw terminal connection for Earth ground. It is important that
this connection be made as close to the module as possible.

Caution
Do not externally ground any input signal connected to the module. This may
damage the unit. Signal return terminals are not connected to Earth Ground.

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UI-8-10

The UI-8-10, Continuum’s universal input module, provides 8 universal inputs, software
configurable as voltage, thermistor, digital, or counter point types. Each point can also be
configured as a supervised input for security monitoring, providing separate indication of
alarm and trouble conditions. This module is a perfect choice for any mix of temperature,
pressure, flow, status points, and similar inputs in a control system, with a 0-5 volt input
range and 10 bit A/D conversion.

The UI-8-10-10V model is available for 0-10V applications. It provides the identical point
type selection; but is equipped with individual voltage divider DIP switches on each input,
allowing each to be configured for a 0-10 volt range.

FEATURES
POWER
COMMISSION

•
COMM
8 Universal Inputs
STATUS
RESET

UI-8 • 10 bit Resolution

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY • 0-5V or 0-10V Input Range

1-DOOR
SWITCH SETTINGS OUT 2

•
INPUT TYPE REFERENCE
ON RANGE
ON

TEMPERATURE OFF ON OFF 5 V Supports Voltage, Thermistor, Digital,

5V RANGE OFF 5V
10V RANGE
AUTO
OFF
AUTO
10 V Counter and Supervised Electrical
Types
REFERENCE VOLTAGE
RESISTOR RANGE
READER

•
OFF ON 5V 10V
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
IN1 Pull-up Resistor Disable Switches
IN2
IN3 CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA IN4
SUPERVISED
IN5
READER INPUTS(0-5V)
IN6 DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1 2 IN73 1-DOOR OUT2

V N A L E D IN8
D T D A O R R
A K U O INPUTS
ANALOG E E
/ / X R X T
IN1 IN2 1 RET0 IN3 IN4 RET IN5 IN6 RET IN7 IN8 RET
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 108 11 9 12 1013 14
11 1512

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UI-8-10

SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 0.7 Watt at 24VDC max.; normally provided by Continuum power
supply module.
Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor (TVS) and
reverse polarity protection.
INPUTS
Number of Inputs: 8 Universal inputs; 10 bit resolution
Input Types: Voltage, Thermistor, Digital, Counter, and Supervised
Input Protection: 24V AC/DC allowed to any single input
(40V transient voltage suppressor on each input – UI-8-10-10V)
Input Impedance: 5 MΩ w/pull-up disabled; 10 KΩ w/pull-up enabled – UI-8-10
(4.4 KΩ w/pull-up enabled in 0-10V mode UI-8-10-10V)
Input Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

Voltage: UI-8-10 (0-5V) UI-8-10-10V (0-10V mode)

Range: 0-5 volts 0-10 volts
Resolution: 5 mV 10 mV
Accuracy: ±15 mV (±0.3% FSR) ±40 mV (±0.4% FSR)
Filtering: Corner Frequency at 15 Hz, –20 db/decade
Calibration: Permanent (factory)

Thermistor:
Type: 10 KΩ, Type III Thermistor
Range: -30 to 230°F
(-34 to 110°C)
Resolution: 40 to 100°F range 0.20°F typical
(4 to 38°C) (0.11°C typical)
Accuracy: 40 to 100°F range ± 1.0°F (includes 0.36° error for thermistor)
(4 to 38°C) (±0.55°C)

Digital & Counter:

Input Type: Contact Closure
Frequency: 4 Hz max.
Pulse Width: 125 ms min.

Supervised:
Input Type: Single or Double Resistor Supervision, Parallel or Series Circuit

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UI-8-10

I/O Connections
The actual input connections are located on a twelve-position removable screw terminal
connector located at the bottom of the module. Input wires should enter from either the
top or bottom wiring troughs, and should come from the left side of the rack (by
convention).
The inputs are labeled IN1, IN2, IN3, and so forth. Each pair of inputs is followed by a
connection labeled RET for the input signal return, resulting in a sequence of IN1, IN2,
RET, IN3, IN4, RET, and so on. For any given input, you should use the closest return
terminal either before or after that input—the next return terminal goes with the next two
inputs, and so on.
The twelve-position connector allows for eight inputs and four signal returns.
The diagram below indicates where each input number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. IN 1
POWER
2. IN 2 COMM
COMMISSION

3. RETURN
4. IN 3 STATUS
RESET

5. IN 4
6. RETURN UI-8
7. IN 5
8. IN 6
9. RETURN USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

10. IN 7 1-DOOR
SWITCH SETTINGS OUT 2
11. IN 8 INPUT TYPE REFERENCE
ON RANGE
ON

12. RETURN TEMPERATURE OFF ON OFF 5 V

5V RANGE OFF 5V
AUTO AUTO
10V RANGE OFF 10 V

REFERENCE VOLTAGE
RESISTOR RANGE
READER OFF ON 5V 10V
POWER
IN1
+ 5V, 100mA IN2
IN3 CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA IN4
SUPERVISED
IN5
READER INPUTS(0-5V)
IN6 DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1 2 IN73 1-DOOR OUT2

V N A L E D IN8
D T D A O R R
A K U O E E
ANALOG INPUTS
/ / X R X T
IN1
11
Continuum
22 3 3 4
I/O System IN7
IN2 1 RET0 IN3 IN4 RET IN5 IN6 RET Reference
IN8 RET
45 65 7 6 8 79 108 11 9 12 1013 14
11 1512
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UI-8-10

Input Circuitry
UI-8-10 Inputs are essentially voltmeters. Universal inputs can be configured through
software to become one of five different input circuits:
♦ Temperature

♦ Voltage

♦ Digital

♦ Counter
During configuration, the value of the Electrical Type attribute you select tells the
controller how to interpret the reading from each input. Each Universal input is read every
100 milliseconds. This reading is independent of the controller scan time.

The following is a simplified schematic of both the UI-8-10 and the UI-8-10-10V Universal
inputs:

Vref
Vref

Rref
Rref

Swdis 0-5V
Range Swdis
IN x IN x 2.21K
0-10V

2.21K
RET RET

UI-8-10 UI-8-10-10V

The main difference between the two is the UI-8-10-10V circuit includes a switch
selectable front-end voltage divider that effectively divides the 10V input signal by two.

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UI-8-10

Each input includes a low-pass filter after the pull-up formed by a series resistor and a
parallel capacitor. The resistor is utilized for over-voltage protection in limiting current to
two protection diodes (not shown). Note also that all input returns are combined and must
be directly connected to earth ground. It is possible to have more than one input share a
single return wire. Keep in mind that the current through each input is approximately
0.3mA, so voltage drops occur with long runs of small gauge wire.

Pull-up Reference Resistor Selection Switches

In some measuring instances it is desirable that there be no pull-up resistor. Instead of
physically removing or cutting the resistor off the printed circuit board, the input module
includes a pull-up resistor selection switch (labeled Swdis in the diagram) for each input
position. This switch allows you to select whether or not you want a pull-up resistor in the
circuit. A small 8-position switch module is accessible from the front of the module when
the door is opened.

Slide marker
moves left and right
1

O
N
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

These switch modules are commonly called “DIP Switches” and require a small object
such as the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver to operate them. Each switch position acts
as a “slide switch”. Pressing the raised slide marker to the side marked “on” closes or
enables the switch. To open or disable the switch position, press the slide marker over to
the “off” side.

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Input Voltage Range Selection Switches (UI-8-10-10V Only)

The UI-8-10-10V module allows you to choose from two input voltage ranges. Selection
is accomplished by using a switch arrangement that is similar to the operation of the pull-
up resistor switches. The Voltage Range switches allow you to select a range (0-5 V) or
(0-10 V) for each input.

The 0-5V range allows connections to signals that do not exceed 5.00V. The 0-10V range
allows connection to signals up to 10.00V. In this mode the circuit actually uses the same
input measuring circuit as the 0-5V range, however, it divides the voltage present by two
thereby limiting the internal circuitry to 0-5V. When you read a 0-10V input the actual
reading will be 0-5V. You must adjust your readings for the higher range via formula.

Switching to 10V inputs dramatically lowers the impedance of the input to 4.4 KΩ.

This small 8-position switch module is located to the right of the pull-up selector switch
and is accessible from the front of the module when the door is opened.

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UI-8-10

Measuring Temperature
UI-8-10 inputs may be configured to sense temperature by configuring one of the
module’s inputs appropriately. This is done by setting the Electrical Type to either ACC
Temp (DEG F) or ACC Temp (DEG C). Connect a resistive thermistor sensor to that
input terminal. The following is a schematic representation of the connection:

IN x

Thermistor

RET

One lead connects to a numbered input terminal, the other to a return terminal.
To use the input for temperature sensing, the pull-up reference resistor must be
connected into the circuit, therefore, the reference resistor switch for this input must
be placed in the ‘on’ position. When the input point is configured as a temperature
input, the controller utilizes a look-up table to convert from a voltage reading to a
temperature reading in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Caution
Never apply a voltage to a thermistor—doing so alters the thermistor’s accuracy and
reliability. In fact, it’s a good idea to replace any thermistor that has had any sort of
voltage applied to it.

Maximum Wire Runs for Thermistors

To keep thermistor errors minimal, limit the length of wire runs to the maximum for the
gauge wire you select.

The following two pages include three tables that indicate the maximum length runs for
wires of various gauges to keep errors within certain temperature limits when using
thermistor elements.

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UI-8-10

Wire Gauges and Corresponding Maximum Runs for

Sensing Temperatures Up to 70 °F (21 °C)
Gauge 1/2 °F (.28 °C) Error 1/4 °F (.14 °C) Error 1/10 °F (.06 °C) Error

#14 26,700 ft. 13,300 ft. 5,300 ft.

2.5 mm2 8150 m 4000 m 1600 m
#16 16,700 ft. 8,300 ft. 3,300 ft.
1.5 mm2 5120 m 2500 m 1000 m
#18 10,500 ft. 5,200 ft. 2,100 ft.
1.0 mm2 3200 m 1600 m 640 m
#20 6600 ft. 3,300 ft. 1,300 ft.
0.5 mm2 2000 m 1000 m 400 m
#22 4,100 ft. 2,000 ft. 800 ft.
0.35 mm2 1250 m 600 m 250 m

Wire Gauges and Corresponding Maximum Runs for

Sensing Temperatures Up to 100 °F (38 °C)

Gauge 1/2 °F (.28 °C) Error 1/4 °F (.14 °C) Error 1/10 °F (.06 °C) Error
#14 12,600 ft. 6,300 ft. 2,500 ft.
2.5 mm2 3800 m 1900 m 760 m
#16 7,900 ft. 3,900 ft. 1,500 ft.
1.5 mm2 2400 m 1200 m 450 m
#18 5,000 ft. 2,500 ft. 1,000 ft.
1.0 mm2 1500 m 760 m 300 m
#20 3,100 ft. 1,500 ft. 600 ft.
0.5 mm2 950 m 450 m 180 m
#22 1,900 ft. 900 ft. 300 ft.
0.35 mm2 580 m 275 m 90 m

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Wire Gauges and Corresponding Maximum Runs for

Sensing Temperatures Up to 150 °F (65 °C)

Gauge 1/2 °F (.28 °C) Error 1/4 °F (.14 °C) Error 1/10 °F (.06 °C) Error
#14 4,100 ft. 2,000 ft. 800 ft.
2.5 mm2 1250 m 600 m 240 m
#16 2,600 ft. 1,300 ft. 500 ft.
1.5 mm2 800 m 400 m 150 m
#18 1,600 ft. 800 ft. 300 ft.
1.0 mm2 500 m 240 m 90 m
#20 1,000 ft. 500 ft. 200 ft.
0.5 mm2 300 m 150 m 60 m
#22 600 ft. 300 ft. 100 ft.
0.35 mm2 180 m 90 m 30 m

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Measuring DC Voltages
The UI-8-10 inputs may be configured to sense DC voltage by setting the Electrical Type
to Voltage and connecting the input terminals to a DC voltage source within the range of
the module’s input specifications. The following is a schematic representation of the
connection:
INx
+
V
-
RET (return)

One lead connects to the numbered input terminal, the other to a return terminal.

When interfacing to a voltage output sensor, specific information on the transducer may
be required. The pull-up resistor of the input circuit will affect the output of the transducer.

• It is suggested that you disable (set to OFF) the pull-up reference resistor on voltage
inputs.

10V Input Notes

It should be noted that although the 10V input configuration allows you to measure a
higher voltage, you still read a value of 0-5V. You have to convert the reading in your
program.

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Voltage Dividers
There are instances when it is necessary to interface to a voltage source that is higher
than the input range of the module. In these cases a voltage divider is necessary.

DC input Voltage Divider

Two resistor values set up a ratio of voltage drop. These resistors must be sized
appropriately (value and wattage) for the source being monitored. The higher the
resistance values, the less loading effect there will be on the source.

Vref

Rref

Swdis
R1 IN x
Vsource

R2
RET

The circuit shown above is a simple two-resistor voltage divider connected to one of the
UI-8-10 module’s inputs. The input circuitry of the module can measure a maximum of
either 5 Volts or 10 Volts (UI-8-10-10V only). Therefore, the voltage measured across
Rinput must not exceed this maximum.

In this case, be sure to switch the pull-up resistor out of the circuit.

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Assuming you know the maximum voltage reading you are trying to measure (Vsource),
perform the following steps to determine the resistance values necessary to condition the
input for the module.

1. First, determine the current that will flow through the divider. Pick a value that your
source can supply. Let’s say 20 mA. This value will be represented by the variable
Itotal in the following equations.

2. Determine the total resistance value required of the entire divider (R1 + R2) to create
20mA given the source voltage by solving the following:

Rtotal = Vsource
Itotal

Example, if you are measuring a source that can supply 0- 30 V:

Rtotal = 30 V
20 mA

Rtotal = 30 V
.02 A

Rtotal = 1500 Ω

The current is constant through the two resistors. Knowing this and the fact that our
input can’t exceed 5V (or 10V) can determine the value of the resistor labeled R2.

3. Determine the value of R2 by solving the following:

R2 = Vinput
Itotal

R2 = 5 V (assuming you are solving for 0-5V input)

.02 A

R2 = 250 Ω

Through subtraction, you can determine the remaining resistor value:

Rtotal = R1 + R2
R1 = 1500 Ω - 250 Ω
R1 = 1250 Ω
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UI-8-10

Sensing Digital Inputs or Contact Closures

Digital input points are designed to allow the monitoring of logic level signals or contact
closures across an input (contact wired between the input and return).

• When monitoring a digital logic level signal, the pull-up resistor must be disabled (set
to OFF).
• To sense a contact closure, the pull-up resistor must be enabled (set to ON).

IN x

Contact
Closure

RET

To sense a digital input or contact closure, configure an input point with an Electrical
Type of Digital.

A digital input is considered “ON” whenever the voltage across its input meets or exceeds
the ON Threshold. For a contact closure, this is 0 (zero) volts. Similarly, an OFF condition
meets, or is lower than, the Off Threshold. With a contact closure, this is the value of
Vref.

Note: When configuring a Digital point, there is a ‘Polarity’ attribute. If this attribute is
enabled, readings are reversed: ‘On’ will occur when the input is at Vref because the
contact is open, and ‘Off’ occurs when the input is at 0 volts because the contact is
closed.

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Counting Pulsing Signals or Contact Closures

Counter inputs are designed to allow the monitoring of digital pulse trains or contact
closures across an input just like digital inputs, but they accumulate a total of those
closures and act like a counter.

Interfacing is similar to a digital input, however, you set the Electrical Type attribute to
Counter instead.

When using an input as a counter, you must take into account the frequency of the input
signal being counted. Universal inputs do not allow for very high speed contact counting.
This module allows counting up to a maximum of 4 Hz or 4 contact closures or digital
pulses per second.

Counter Duty Cycle

To achieve the maximum counter frequency, the amount of time the signal is ON as
opposed to being OFF must be at least 125 milliseconds.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The UI-8-10 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the
module.

POWER
COMMISSION
COMM

STATUS
RESET

UI-8

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

POWER This green indicator illuminates when DC power is applied through the
Power/IO Bus.
COMM This yellow indicator illuminates when data is transmitted from the
module to the NetController. In normal operation, data is only transmitted
when an input value changes.
This indicator will also flash periodically as the NetController checks the
I/O bus periodically.
STATUS This red indicator is normally off. If it is always on or flashing at a fast
rate there is a problem with the module.

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

workstation and used as a troubleshooting aid when locating a particular
module. More information on using this indicator may be found in the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.

This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

Continuum workstation, pressing this button registers the module’s
address with the system. For more information, refer to the section on
Configuring I/O found earlier in this manual.
RESET Should the module become inoperable, pressing this button resets the
module. It does not erase its memory.

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DI-6-AC

The DI-6-AC, Continuum’s digital AC input module, has six digital (“wet”) AC inputs for
cost-effective ON-OFF status indication of fan motor starters, solenoid valves, control
relays, or external power supplies, and similar applications that require a quick and easy
way to detect voltage. The DI-6-AC monitors the absence or presence of AC voltage
levels directly, with no interposing relays needed.

The DI-6-AC can monitor voltages from 24-120V. A DI-6-AC-HV model is also available
for sensing higher voltages120-240V. Both models can also accept DC voltages. All
inputs are optically coupled with 2500V isolation on each input for noise-free operation.

FEATURES
INPUT INPUT
POWER 1 5
COMMISSION

•
COMM 2 6

3 6 optically-coupled, digital AC input

STATUS 4
RESET
channels
DI-6

• Will accept AC or DC inputs

USE
USE COPPER
COPPER CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTORS ONLY
ONLY

ON
1-DOOR
ON
OUT 2
• 24-120V AC Input Range
HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE-DANGEROUS TO
WARNING: UNQUALIFIED PERSONS.
OFF OFF 120-240V AC Input Range (DI-6-AC-HV)
HAUTE
AUTO TENSION A L'INTERIEUR-DANGER
AUTO
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR LES PERSONNES NON-QUALIFIER.

MORE THAN ONE DISCONNECT MAY BE

CAUTION: REQUIRED TO DE-ENERGIZE THIS EQUIPMENT.

READER
POWER
DI-6-AC DI-6-AC-HV
+ 5V, 100mA
VOLTAGE RANGE(VAC) 50/60 HZ 20 - 132
90 - 280
CONTACT RATING:
INPUT +CURRENT(mA)
12V, 180mA 0.4 - 9.0 0.4 - 3.0
24VAC/DC, 5A
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1 DIGITAL
2 3 INPUTS 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
IN1D T IN2 D A IN3
O R RIN4 IN5 IN6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 8 119 12 1013 14
10 11 1512

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DI-6-AC

DI-6-AC DI-6-AC-HV
Input Range: 20-132 Vrms 90-250 Vrms
Input Current: 5 mA max. 2 mA max.

DI-6-AC DI-6-AC-HV
AC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 16 Vrms 75 Vrms
(Above this voltage is considered “ON”)

AC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 8 Vrms 30 Vrms

(Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

Input Resistance (±5%): 30KΩ 200KΩ

Maximum Turn ON Time: 20 mS 20 mS

Maximum Turn OFF Time: 60 mS 60 mS

DC Input Voltage Range: 20-132V 90-250V

DC Input Current: 5mA max. 2mA max.
DC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 20V 90V
(Above this voltage is considered “ON”)

DC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 12V 45V

(Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

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Shield/Earth Ground
1. IN 1 INPUT INPUT
2. IN 1 POWER 1 5
COMMISSION
3. IN 2 COMM 2

3
6

4. IN 2 STATUS 4
RESET
5. IN 3
6. IN 3 DI-6
7. IN 4
8. IN 4
9. IN 5 USE
USE COPPER
COPPER CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTORS ONLY
ONLY
10. IN 5 1-DOOR OUT 2
11. IN 6 ON ON
HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE-DANGEROUS TO
12. IN 6 WARNING: UNQUALIFIED PERSONS.
OFF OFF

HAUTE
AUTO TENSION A L'INTERIEUR-DANGER
AUTO
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR LES PERSONNES NON-QUALIFIER.

MORE THAN ONE DISCONNECT MAY BE

CAUTION: REQUIRED TO DE-ENERGIZE THIS EQUIPMENT.

READER
POWER
DI-6-AC DI-6-AC-HV
+ 5V, 100mA
VOLTAGE RANGE(VAC) 50/60 HZ 20 - 132 90 - 280
CONTACT RATING:
INPUT +CURRENT(mA)
12V, 180mA 0.4 - 9.0 0.4 - 3.0
24VAC/DC, 5A
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1 DIGITAL
2 3 INPUTS 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
IN1D T IN2 D A IN3
O R RIN4 IN5 IN6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 8 119 12 1013 14
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DI-6-AC

Input Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of both the DI-6-AC and the DI-6-AC-HV Digital
Input module:

AC
15K OptoCoupler
IN x
AC to DC
Converter II
275V
MOV
10V
RET 15K

DI-6-AC

AC
100K OptoCoupler
IN x
AC to DC
Converter II
275V
MOV
40V
RET 100K

DI-6-AC-HV

The main difference between the two is the DI-6-AC-HV circuit includes a front end that
supports the higher voltages.

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Sensing AC or DC Digital Inputs

Digital input points are designed to provide an ON or OFF reading of a signal (wired
between the input and return). Normally you would associate an AC or DC voltage input
with a value measurement, however, the DI-6 modules include a voltage level trigger that
senses the presence of a range of voltages and converts those readings to ON and OFF
indications.

AC Polarity DC
Signal IN x Independent Signal IN x

To sense an AC or DC digital input, configure an input point with an Electrical Type of

Digital.

The determination of ON or OFF is based upon the following measurement thresholds:

DI-6-AC DI-6-AC-HV
AC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 16 Vrms 75 Vrms
(Above this voltage is considered “ON”)

AC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 8 Vrms 30 Vrms

(Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

DC Voltage “ON” Threshold: 20V 90V

(Above this voltage is considered “ON”)

DC Voltage “OFF” Threshold: 12V 45V

(Below this voltage is considered “OFF”)

Note: When configuring a Digital point, there is a ‘Polarity’ attribute. If this attribute is
enabled, readings are reversed: ‘ON’ will occur when the input is at the normal OFF
threshold. OFF occurs at the normal ON threshold.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The DI-6-AC module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the
module.

INPUT INPUT
POWER 1 5
COMMISSION
COMM 2 6

STATUS 4
RESET

DI-6

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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DI-8

The DI-8, Continuum’s digital input module, is used for cost-effective sensing of multiple
dry digital inputs in applications such as equipment status monitoring or alarm point
monitoring. The DI-8 has eight digital inputseach can be software configured to accept
a digital (contact closure or 0-5 volt input) or counter signal. Counter frequency is 10Hz
on all eight inputs. In addition, high speed counting up to 10KHz max. is available (via a
DIP switch) on Channels 1 and 2 for high-speed metering and industrial applications.

40V transient suppressors on all eight inputs protect against high voltage short duration
transients events. The DI-8 is designed to accept dry contact inputs or 0-5 volts and can
withstand up to 24 VAC/DC continuous voltage on four channels.

FEATURES
INPUT INPUT
POWER 1 5
COMMISSION

•
COMM 2 6

3 7 Allows interface to relay contact closures or 0-5v

STATUS 4 8
RESET
digital signals.
DI-8

• Allows high speed counting on channels 1 and 2.

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

•
1-DOOR OUT 2
ON ON
Input protection allows accidental wiring of
OFF OFF
24VAC to inputs.
AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER HIGH SPEED
COUNTER
+ 5V, 100mA
OFF ON
CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA 24VAC/DC, 5A
IN1
SUPERVISED
IN2
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G L 1 0-5V/DRY
D CINPUTS: 2 3 CONTACTS
1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D T A O
DDIGITAL R R INPUTS
/ COUNTER
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
IN1 IN2 1 RET0 IN3 IN4 RET IN5 IN6 RET IN7 IN8 RET
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DI-8

SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 0.8 Watt at 24VDC max.; normally provided by Continuum power
supply module.
Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor (TVS) and
reverse polarity protection.
INPUTS
Number of Inputs: 8 Digital inputs
Input Types: Digital or Counter, software selectable
Input Protection: 24V AC/DC applied to 4 channels max.
(40V transient protection on each input)
Input Impedance: 10KΩ pull-up resistor referenced to +5 volts
Input Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

Digital:
Input Type: Contact closure or 0-5V input
Pulse Width: 50 ms minimum
Current: 0.5mA

Counter:
Input Type: Contact closure or 0-5V input

Channels 1 and 2 in HI-speed mode:

Frequency: 10KHz max.
Pulse Width: 50 µs min.
Current: 0.5mA

Channels 3 through 8; and Channel 1 and 2 in LO-speed mode:

Frequency: 10Hz max.
Pulse Width: 50 ms min.
Current: 0.5mA

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DI-8

Shield/Earth Ground
1. IN 1 INPUT INPUT
2. IN 2 POWER 1 5
COMMISSION
3. RETURN COMM 2

3
6

7
4. IN 3 STATUS 4 8
RESET
5. IN 4
6. RETURN DI-8
7. IN 5
8. IN 6
9. RETURN USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
10. IN 7 1-DOOR OUT 2
11. IN 8 ON ON

12. RETURN OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER HIGH SPEED
COUNTER
+ 5V, 100mA
OFF ON
CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA 24VAC/DC, 5A
IN1
SUPERVISED
IN2
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G L 1 0-5V/DRY
D CINPUTS: 2 3 CONTACTS
1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D T A O
DDIGITAL / R R INPUTS
COUNTER
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
IN1 IN2 1 RET0 IN3 IN4 RET IN5 IN6 RET IN7 IN8 RET
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 108 11 9 12 1013 14
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DI-8

High Speed Counter Selection Switches

The DI-8 input module allows input channels 1 and 2 to be configured with the capability
of counting input pulses or contact closures at a rate of up to 10KHz. A selection switch is
included for each of these two input channels. This switch allows you to select whether or
not you want the high speed input connected. A small 2-position switch module is
accessible from the front of the module when the door is opened.

Slide marker
moves left and right

1 O

2 N

These switch modules are commonly called “DIP Switches” and require a small object
such as the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver to operate them. Each switch position acts
as a “slide switch”. Pressing the raised slide marker to the side marked “ON” closes or
enables the switch thereby enabling high speed counting. To open or disable the switch
position, press the slide marker over to the “OFF” side.

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Input Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of the DI-8 Digital Input module:

10K
5V

IN x R
II

C
RET

Channels 1 and 2 can be configured to allow high speed counting. The switches on the
front of the module substitute different value components for the low pass filter formed by
the combination of R and C. These values support higher frequency inputs.

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Sensing Digital Inputs or Contact Closures

Digital input points are designed to provide an ON or OFF reading of a signal (wired
between the input and return).

Digital logic IN x IN x
Signal
Contact
Closure

RET RET

To sense a digital input or contact closure, configure an input point with an Electrical
Type of Digital.

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Counting Pulsing Signals or Contact Closures

Interfacing is similar to a digital input, however, you set the Electrical Type attribute to
Counter instead.

When using an input as a counter, you must take into account the frequency of the input
signal being counted. Inputs 3-8 do not allow for very high speed contact counting. These
channels allow counting up to a maximum of 10 Hz or 10 contact closures or digital
pulses per second.

In high-speed mode, channels 1 and 2 can be configured (via front panel switch) to count
to a maximum of 10Khz or 10,000 contact closures or digital pulses per second.

Counter Duty Cycle

To achieve the maximum counter frequency, the amount of time the signal is ON as
opposed to being OFF must be at least 125 milliseconds.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The DI-8 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

INPUT INPUT
POWER 1 5
COMMISSION
COMM 2 6

3 7

STATUS 4 8
RESET

DI-8

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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MI-6

The MI-6, Continuum’s milliamp input module, allows for a direct connection of a 2-wire
0-20mA or 4-20mA sensor to any of the module’s six inputs. The need for an external
resistor and an external power supply are eliminated. The MI-6 module is a perfect match
for temperature transmitters, humidity and pressure transducers, gas monitors, and other
industry-standard sensors with either a 0-20mA or 4-20mA output. The six inputs on the
MI-6 module have a 0-20mA range and 10 bit A/D conversion.

FEATURES
POWER EXTERNAL

•
COMMISSION
COMM
6 current measuring Inputs
STATUS
RESET

MI-6 • 0-20mA Range

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY • 10 Bit A/D Converter

1-DOOR OUT 2
ON ON

OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
INPUT RANGE: 0 - 20mA
CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, SENSOR
180mA VOLTAGE: 24VDC 24VAC/DC, 5A
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1MILLIAMP
2 3 INPUTS1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
IN1D T IN2 D A IN3
O R RIN4 IN5 IN6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
+ - 1 +0 - + - + - + - + -
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 8 119 12 1013 14
10 11 1512

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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 3.8 Watts at 24VDC max.; normally provided by Continuum
power supply module (including up to 20mA sensor power
for each input).

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection.
INPUTS
Number of Inputs: 6 Milliamp inputs
Input Range: 0-20 mA
Resolution: 20 µA
Accuracy: ±80 µA max.
Drift: ±50ppm/DegC max.
Input Resistance: 249Ω, 0.1%
Maximum Input Current: ±30 mA
Voltage Supply to Sensors: 19.0 to 26.0V (varies with +24V DC input voltage)
Input Protection: Each input and the Sensor voltage output includes a
transient voltage suppressor (TVS) and a resettable fuse.
Input Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

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I/O Connections
The actual input connections are located on a thirteen-position removable screw terminal
connector located at the bottom of the module. Input wires should enter from either the
top or bottom wiring troughs, and should come from the left side of the rack (by
convention).
The inputs are labeled IN1, IN2, IN3, and so forth. Each input occupies a pair of
terminals, resulting in a sequence of IN1+, IN1-, IN2+, IN2-, and so on. For any given
input, observe the polarity for that input, + connects to the Supply terminal of the input.
The minus terminal connects to the Signal input.
The diagram below indicates where each input number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. IN 1 +
2. IN 1 - POWER EXTERNAL
COMMISSION
3. IN 2 + COMM

4. IN 2 - STATUS
RESET
5. IN 3 +
6. IN 3 - MI-6
7. IN 4 +
8. IN 4 -
9. IN 5 + USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
10. IN 5 - 1-DOOR OUT 2
11. IN 6 + ON ON

12. IN 6 - OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
INPUT RANGE: 0 - 20mA
CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, SENSOR
180mA VOLTAGE: 24VDC 24VAC/DC, 5A
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1MILLIAMP
2 3 INPUTS1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
IN1D T IN2 D A IN3
O R RIN4 IN5 IN6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
+ - 1 +0 - + - + - + - + -
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 8 119 12 1013 14
10 11 1512

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MI-6

Input Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of the MI-6 Milliamp Input module:

24V

300mA
Resettable
Fuse

100mA
Resettable
Fuse R
To
Analog/Digital
Converter
249Ω C

All six input pairs include their own automatically resettable fuses. These devices are
designed to open when sensing an over-current. They reset when the current supplied is
within range.

Note: In some extreme instances, the fuses may require that you remove power to
the module temporarily to reset their state.

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Sensing Current

The current supplying sensor is connected as indicated in the following illustration:

Supply

24V
Loop-Powered INx
Sensor
Signal

To measure current on an input, configure an input point with an Electrical Type of

Current.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The MI-6 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

POWER EXTERNAL
COMMISSION
COMM

STATUS
RESET

MI-6

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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DM-20

The DM-20, Continuum’s Digital Input and Output module, provides high density,
versatile I/O for many control applications. When coupled with the optional DIO-20
Expansion Board, the DM-20 allows you to mix and match up to 20 digital inputs and
outputs. Using standard off-the-shelf digital I/O blocks, the DIO-20 allows the system
designed to meet a wide range of applications, including ON-OFF or pulse-width
modulation (PWM) control of equipment and for switching inductive loads up to 240VAC.
The DM-20 provides 24 VDC power to the DIO-20 via a separate cable assembly.

When used without the DIO-20 Expansion Board, the DM-20 can control any combination
of inputs and outputs, up to a total of 20 per module. The DM-20 can be used to
drive/sense up to 20 LEDs and/or switches on the Continuum enclosure’s door-mounted
GA-40 or GA-80 Graphic Annunciator Panel via an easy-to-use 25-pin cable assembly
and built-in terminal blocks.

FEATURES
POWER

•
COMMISSION
COMM
20 General Purpose Digital Inputs/Outputs
STATUS
RESET

DM-20 • Each point may be configured as an input or an

output
USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

ON
1-DOOR
ON
OUT 2
• Direct connection to DIO-20 Expansion Module
OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO
• Direct connection to GA-40/80 Graphic
Annunciator Panels.
READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA D CONNECTOR

CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O N G G G G
G 24VAC/DC, 5A
N N N N
14 SUPERVISED
15 16 17 18 19 20 D D D D D
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS
24VDC @ .36 Amps 1 2 3
+ G D C
TO DI0-20
L 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D T D A O R R
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
+ - 1 0 I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O
1 12 2 3 4 51 62 3 7 4 85 69 7 108 11 9 1012 111312 14
13 15

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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 0.5 watt at 24VDC max; provided by Continuum power
supply module.
Up to 9 watts at 24VDC when the DIO-20 is powered from
the DM-20 .
External Power Connector: Three-position removable connector

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection for both DM-20 power
and DIO-20 power.

LED Power Supply: Customer-provided external 5V power supply when using

the DM-20 to drive LEDs.

INPUTS/OUTPUTS 20 total points; user-selectable channel-by-channel as

inputs or outputs
Inputs:
Input Type: w/DIO-20 w/o DIO-20
24 VDC logic voltage (DIO-20). 0-5 VDC
Input rating depends on input
module(s) selected.
Pulse Width: 125 ms min. 125 ms min.

Outputs:
Output Type: w/DIO-20 w/o DIO-20
5 VDC logic voltage. Open- collector Output
Range depends on output transistor with series
module selected. 330 ohm 1/8 W resistor;
5 VDC max., 15 mA

Output Resolution: 0.1 sec. For Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control

Output Protection: Transient voltage suppressor (TVS) and current limiting

resistor on each channel.
I/O Connections: 25-position DB25 Female and one removable three-
terminal block.

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I/O Connections
The actual I/O connections are located on a 25-position DB25-type female connector
located at the bottom of the module. A separate three-conductor removable screw
connector provides 24VDC power to external devices.
The inputs are labeled I/O1, I/O2, I/O3, and so forth. Each input/output occupies a single
position of the connector. Five signal ground pins are supplied as well.
The diagram below indicates where each input number is located on the module.

1 Shield/Earth Ground
2 + 24VDC @ .36 Amps
3 24 V Return POWER
COMMISSION
COMM

25-Pin D Connector STATUS

RESET

1. I/O 1
DM-20
2. I/O 2
3. I/O 3
4. I/O 4
USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
5. I/O 5
1-DOOR OUT 2
6. I/O 6
ON ON
7. I/O 7 OFF OFF
8. I/O 8 AUTO AUTO

9. I/O 9
10. I/O 10
11. I/O 11
12. I/O 12 READER
POWER
13. I/O 13 + 5V, 100mA D CONNECTOR
14. I/O 14 CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O N G G G G
G 24VAC/DC, 5A
15. I/O 15 14 SUPERVISED
15 16 17 18 19 20 D D D D D
N N N N

READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

16. I/O 16 24VDC @ .36 Amps
+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
TO DI0-20
17. I/O 17 V N A
D T
L
K
E
D
D
A O R R
A U O E E
18. I/O 18 + -
/
1
/
0
X R X T
I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O

19. I/O 19 1 12 2 3 4 51 62 3 7 4 85 69 7 108 11 9 1012 111312 14

13 15

20. I/O 20
21. Ground
22. Ground
23. Ground
24. Ground
25. Ground

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Input/Output Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of each DM-20 Input/Output channel:

330
I/O x
II

I/O Channel (same for all 20 channels)

24V

500mA
Resettable
Fuse

All 20 I/O channels resemble the circuit shown above.

The 24VDC power available to external devices includes an automatically resettable

fuse. This fuse is designed to open when an external device tries to extract more current
than is available. They reset when the current draw is back within range.

Note: In some extreme instances, the fuses may require that you remove power to
the module temporarily to reset their state.

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Using the DM-20

The DM-20 is primarily designed to directly interface with the DIO-20 or the GA-40 / GA-
80 Graphic Annunciator Panels. However, it can also be used as a general purpose
digital I/O module containing 20 points.

DIO-20 Interface
The DIO-20 Expansion Module provides a connection for up to 20 solid state input or
output modules for the I/O channels of the DM-20. It includes individually fused sockets
for modules from manufacturers such as Opto 22, Grayhill, Gordos, Crydom and Potter &
Brumfield. You can mix input and output modules on the DIO-20 as needed.

The connection between the DM-20 and the DIO-20 consists of a 25-pin ribbon cable to
supply data between the modules and a two-conductor power cable.

Data connection between the two is accomplished via a 25-pin male-male DB25 cable:

DM-20

DM-20 to DIO-20
Data Connection

DIO-20

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The Power connection between the DIO-20 and the DM-20 is via a two-conductor cable
assembly as shown:

DM-20
D CONNECTOR

G G G G G
I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O N N N N N
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 D D D D D

24VDC @ .36 Amps

TO DI0-20

+ -
1 2
I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DM-20 to DIO-20
DC Power Connection

+24 V Return

+24 VDC

DIO-20

Using the DM-20/DIO-20 Combination

The DIO-20 provides the DM-20 with a real-world interface to its I/O channels. Solid-state
input modules (on the DIO-20) provide interface circuitry to a variety of signals. These
modules convert their signals to digital levels for input to the DM-20.
Similarly, solid-state output modules (on the DIO-20) allow the digital levels of the DM-20
to interface to a variety of signals.
In both cases, the I/O points are set up to have an Electrical Type of Digital no matter
what type of solid-state module is installed.
For more information on the DIO-20, refer to its User Manual.

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DM-20

GA-40/ GA-80 Interface

The GA-40 and GA-80 Graphic Annunciator Panels provide the capability of creating
custom display and control panels attached to the Continuum NEMA enclosure or to an
auxiliary panel. These panels provide a connection for up to 40 (GA-40) or 80 (GA-80)
input switches or output LEDs. You can mix the number of switches and LEDs as
needed.

The connection between the DM-20 and the GA-40 and GA-80 panels consists of a 25-
pin ribbon cable to supply data between the modules and a three-conductor power cable.

Data connection between the two is accomplished via a 25-pin male DB25 cable that is
permanently attached to the GA panels.

The GA-40 provides interfaces for 2 DM-20 modules. The GA-80 provides interfaces for
up to 4 DM-20 modules.

DM-20

DM-20 to GA-40/80
Data Connection
GA-40/80

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DM-20

The Power connection between the GA-40/80 modules and the DM-20 is via a three-
conductor cable assembly as shown:

DM-20
D CONNECTOR

G G G G G
I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O N N N N N
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 D D D D D

24VDC @ .36 Amps

TO DI0-20

+ -
1 2
I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O I/O
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DM-20 to GA-40/80
DC Power Connection
+24 V Return

Chassis Gnd

Chassis Ground
+24 VDC
24 V Return

GA-40/80

Using the DM-20/GA-40/80 Combination

The GA-40/80 series of modules provide the DM-20 with an easy to configure panel
interface to its I/O channels. Switches (connected to the GA-40/80) provide user inputs to
the DM-20.
Similarly, LEDs (connected to the GA-40/80) allow the digital levels of the DM-20 to
display a variety of conditions.
In both cases, the I/O points are set up to have an Electrical Type of Digital no matter
what type of device is installed.
For more information on the GA-40/80, refer to its section found in the Continuum Display
Module Reference Manual.

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DM-20
General Purpose DM-20 Digital Interface
The DM-20 can be used to provide 20 general purpose digital inputs and outputs. It is not
necessary to interface the module with an external expansion product to use its
capabilities. Each channel can be used to output as digital signal or read a digital signal
or contact closure. Set the Electrical Type to Digital.
The DM-20 can be configured as a general purpose digital input. With the addition of an
external reference pull-up resistor, it can be used for sensing contact closures as shown
below:
5V

10K

Digital logic I/O x I/O x

Signal
Contact
Closure

GROUND GROUND

As a digital output, the DM-20 presents an open collector load directly on the output
terminal. Connect digital devices and LED indicators as shown below:

5V +V

Resistor value determined

according to the
current requirements
of the LED
10K

LED
Indicator
Digital logic I/O x I/O x
Input

GROUND GROUND

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The DM-20 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

POWER
COMMISSION
COMM

STATUS
RESET

DM-20

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

workstation and used as a troubleshooting aid when locating a particular
module. More information on using this indicator may be found in the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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AO-4-8

The AO-4-8, Continuum’s analog output module, has four analog outputs with eight-bit
resolution, which can be configured as either voltage (0-10VDC) or current (0-20mA)
outputs. The AO-4-8 is the perfect choice for valves, dampers, variable speed drives, and
similar equipment that demand high control accuracy.

An AO-4-8-O model with full override capabilities is also available. Each output contains
a three-position manual override switch and override potentiometer. In addition, the AO-
4-8-O provides software override feedback to Andover’s Plain English programming
language for each output.

FEATURES
POWER

•
COMMISSION
COMM

OVERRIDE
4 Analog Outputs
STATUS

•
RESET

8 bit Resolution
AO-4
• 0-10V Voltage Outputs
•
USE
USE COPPER
COPPER CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTORS ONLY
ONLY
OUT1 OUT2 OUT3
1-DOOR OUT42
OUT
0-20mA Current Outputs
MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL
ON ON
OFF OFF OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF AO-4-8-O Only:
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO
AUTO AUTO

• Override Toggle Switches and Potentiometers

MANUAL

•
ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST
READER
POWER
Override Detection
+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
CURRENT
+ 12V, 180mAOUTPUT: 0 - 20mA, 650 OHMS MAX.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT: 0 - 10V, 2K OHMS MIN.
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS
ANALOG OUTPUTS
+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
OUT1
D T D OUT2
A O R R OUT3 OUT4
A K U O E E
I /
V GND
/ I
XV RGNDX T
I V GND I V GND
1 0
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 108 11 9 12 1013 14
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AO-4-8

SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 3.8 watts at 24VDC max; normally provided by Continuum
power supply module.

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection.

OUTPUTS
AO-4-8: 4 Analog outputs; 8 bit resolution
AO-4-8-O: 4 Analog outputs with overrides; 8 bit resolution

Output Protection: 1/8 pico fuse per channel (40V TVS on each outputAO-4-
8-O model only)
Output Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

Output Types: Voltage or current

Voltage:
Range: 0 to 10 V
Resolution: 0.05 V
Accuracy: ±0.10V (1%FSR)
Output Current: +5 mA (sourcing) -1 mA (sinking)
Load Resistance: 2KΩ min.(sourcing)

Current:
Range: 0 to 20 mA
Resolution: 0.1 mA
Accuracy: ±0.2 mA
Load Resistance: 650Ω max.

Output Overrides: 3-position manual override switch and override

(AO-4-8-O only) potentiometer on each output, with software feedback. LED
override status indicator.
Output Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

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I/O Connections
The actual output connections are located on a thirteen-position removable screw
terminal connector located at the bottom of the module. Output wires should enter from
either the top or bottom wiring troughs, and should come from the right side of the rack
(by convention).
The outputs are labeled OUT1 I, OUT1 V, OUT1 GND, and so forth. Each output
presents two ways of connecting, resulting in a current output of OUT1 I and OUT1 GND,
and a voltage output between OUT1 V and OUT1 GND.
The diagram below indicates where each output number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. OUT1 I
2. OUT1 V POWER
COMMISSION
3. OUT1 GND COMM

OVERRIDE
4. OUT2 I STATUS
RESET
5. OUT2 V
6. OUT2 GND AO-4
7. OUT3 I
8. OUT3 V
9. OUT3 GND USE
USE COPPER
COPPER CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTORS ONLY
ONLY
10. OUT4 I OUT1 OUT2 OUT3
1-DOOR OUT42
OUT
11. OUT4 V MANUAL MANUAL MANUAL
ON
MANUAL
ON

12. OUT4 GND OFF OFF OFF

OFF
OFF
OFF
AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO
AUTO AUTO

MANUAL

ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST ADJUST

READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
CURRENT
+ 12V, 180mAOUTPUT: 0 - 20mA, 650 OHMS MAX.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT: 0 - 10V, 2K OHMS MIN.
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS
ANALOG OUTPUTS
+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
OUT1
D T D OUT2
A O R R OUT3 OUT4
A K U O E E
I /
V GND
/ I
XV RGNDX T
I V GND I V GND
1 0
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 108 11 9 12 1013 14
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Output Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of each AO-4-8 Output channel:

24V

125mA
Resettable
OUTx V Fuse
Digital to Analog
Converter

24V

125mA
Resettable
OUTx I Fuse
Voltage to Current
Converter

GND

All 4 channels resemble the circuit shown above.

The outputs include an automatically resettable fuse. This fuse is designed to open when
an external device tries to extract more current than is available. They reset when the
current draw is back within range.

Note: In some extreme instances, the fuses may require that you remove power to
the module temporarily to reset their state.

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Override Controls
The AO-4-8-O model includes an output override switch and manual variable
voltage control for each output.

MANUAL

OFF

AUTO

ADJUST

The output of the module can be directed from program control to manual
control. The output can be disabled completely as well.

The following describes the actions associated with each position of the override
controls:

MANUAL The analog signal generated by the module is controlled

manually by adjusting the ADJUST potentiometer below to the
manual override switch. Programs have no effect on the output
when the switch is in this position.

OFF The output is disconnected. Programs and the setting on the

ADJUST potentiometer have no effect on the output Device
when the switch is in this position.

AUTO The analog signal is generated as a direct result of program

control. The setting on the ADJUST potentiometer has no effect
on the output Device when the switch is in this position.

ADJUST This is a variable control that allows you to manually adjust the
output of the analog signal when the override switch is in the
MANUAL position. Insert the tip of a small screwdriver to use this
control. Turning to the right (clockwise) increases the output.
Turning left (counterclockwise) decreases the output.

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Voltage Output

The voltage output is a ground-referenced signal with a range of 0-10VDC. The

maximum output current is 5mA (2,000 ohms minimum resistance). Ensure that the
device being connected is either floating or at the same ground potential as the controller.

Configure the output point with an Electrical Type of Voltage.

Connect the device across the following terminals:

OUTx I

OUTx V
Device
Load ≥ 2KΩ
Resistance
GND

Note: The load resistance (of the external device) must be greater than or equal to 2 KΩ.

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Current Output

The current output is a current-sourcing, ground referenced circuit. This output can
source 0 - 20 mA with a maximum load impedance of 650 ohms.

Configure the output point with an Electrical Type of Current.

Connect the device across the following terminals:

OUTx I

Device
Load
Resistance OUTx V
≤ 650Ω

GND

Note: The load resistance (of the external device) must be less than or equal to 650Ω.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The AO-4-8 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

POWER
COMMISSION
COMM

OVERRIDE

STATUS
RESET

AO-4

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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DO-4-R

The DO-4-R, Continuum’s digital output module, has four Form C relay outputs, rated at
5 amps, 240 VAC. These versatile outputs make the DO-4-R an excellent choice for
switching motor starters and other inductive loads up to 240 VAC, with either two position
(on/off) or pulse-width modulation (PWM) control. The PWM feature permits the
modulation of valves and dampers to 0.1 second resolution. Two adjacent Form C relay
outputs can be combined in software to provide a Tri-state output, for bi-directional
control of valves and dampers and other end devices. Metal oxide varistors and 5000V
isolation on each output ensure reliable noise-free operation.

A DO-4-R-O model with full override capabilities is also available. Each output has a local
hand-off-auto switch, which enables service personnel to override the output. The switch
also provides override feedback of output values for use in troubleshooting or test
conditions. A local indicator light for each output displays relay status. Another LED
provides override status.

FEATURES
POWER
OUTPUT
1
• 4 Form C Relay Outputs
COMMISSION
COMM 2

OVERRIDE

STATUS
3

4
RESET
• 240 VAC @ 5A Contact Rating
DO-4 • Output Status LEDs

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY DO-4-R-O Only:

OUT1 OUT2 OUT3
1-DOOR OUT42
OUT
ON

OFF
ON

OFF
ON
ON

OFF
OFF
ON
ON

OFF
OFF
• Override Toggle Switches
AUTO

•
AUTO AUTO
AUTO AUTO
AUTO

HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE-DANGEROUS TO

Override Detection
WARNING: UNQUALIFIED PERSONS.

HAUTE TENSION A L'INTERIEUR-DANGER

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR LES PERSONNES NON-QUALIFIER.
READER
POWER
MORE THAN ONE DISCONNECT MAY BE
CAUTION:+ 5V, 100mA
REQUIRED TO DE-ENERGIZE THIS EQUIPMENT.
CONTACT RATING:
CONTACT RATING: 240 VAC, 5A
+ 12V, 180mA 24VAC/DC, 5A
SUPERVISED 30 VDC, 5A
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS
DIGITAL OUTPUTS
+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D T
OUT1 A O
D OUT2 R R OUT3 OUT4
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 2.8 watts at 24VDC max; normally provided by Continuum
power supply module.

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection.

OUTPUTS
DO-4-R: 4 Form C relay outputs
DO-4-R-O: 4 Form C relay outputs with overrides

Output Rating: 240 VAC, 5 amps; 30 VDC, 5 amps

Output Resolution: 0.1 sec. For Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control

Output Protection: 270 Volt varistors across contacts.

5000 VRMS isolation @ 60 Hz between relay contacts and
relay coil.

Output Overrides: 3-position manual override switch on each output, with

software feedback.
LED override status indicator (DO-4-R-O only)

Override Feedback: Override detection and feedback provided for each output.

Output Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

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I/O Connections
The actual output connections are located on a thirteen-position removable screw
terminal connector located at the bottom of the module. Output wires should enter from
either the top or bottom wiring troughs, and should come from the right side of the rack
(by convention).
The outputs are labeled OUT 1 NC, OUT 1 NO, OUT 1 COM, and so forth. Each output
presents a single pole double throw set of contacts. OUT 1 NC is the normally closed
side of the contact. OUT 1 NO is the normally open contact. OUT 1 COM is the common
connection that represents the armature of the relay switch.
The diagram below indicates where each output number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. OUT 1 NC
OUTPUT
2. OUT 1 NO POWER 1
COMMISSION
3. OUT 1 COM COMM 2

OVERRIDE 3
4. OUT 2 NC STATUS 4
RESET
5. OUT 2 NO
6. OUT 2 COM DO-4
7. OUT 3 NC
8. OUT 3 NO
9. OUT 3 COM USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
10. OUT 4 NC OUT1 OUT2 OUT3
1-DOOR OUT42
OUT
11. OUT 4 NO ON ON ON
ON ON
ON

12. OUT 4 COM OFF OFF OFF

OFF OFF
OFF

AUTO AUTO AUTO

AUTO AUTO
AUTO

HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE-DANGEROUS TO

WARNING: UNQUALIFIED PERSONS.

HAUTE TENSION A L'INTERIEUR-DANGER

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Output Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of each DO-4-R Output channel:

OUT x NC

OUT x NO

OUT x COM

All 4 channels resemble the circuit shown above.

These output contacts operate as a standard relay. When the output is set to an ‘ON’
state, the normally open contacts (OUTx NO) close and the normally closed contacts
(OUTx NC) open.

To use the Form C output in your system, configure an output point with an Electrical
Type of Digital.

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Override Controls
The DO-4-R-O model includes an output override switch for each output.

OFF

AUTO

The output of the module can be directed from program control to manual
control. The output can be disabled completely as well.

The following describes the actions associated with each position of the override
controls:

ON The output relay is energized to an ‘ON’ state manually by

setting the switch to ON. Programs have no effect on the output
when the switch is in this position.

OFF The output relay is de-energized to an ‘OFF’ state manually by

setting the switch to OFF. Programs have no effect on the output
when the switch is in this position.

AUTO The action of the output relay is determined as a direct result of

program control.

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Tri-State Output

Although the module contains four separate form C relays, adjacent pairs (OUT1 and
OUT2 or OUT3 and OUT4) of these can be combined to form a standard Tri-state output.

Configure the output point of the first point (OUT1 or OUT3) with an Electrical Type of
Tri-state.

Connect the two outputs together as follows:

OUT 1 NC

OUT 1 NO
+ ON

OUT 1 COM
Common

OUT 2 NC
OFF

OUT 2 NO
ON

OUT 2 COM

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The DO-4-R module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the
module.

OUTPUT
POWER 1
COMMISSION
COMM 2

OVERRIDE 3

STATUS 4
RESET

DO-4

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

POWER This green indicator illuminates when DC power is applied through the
Power/IO Bus.
COMM This yellow indicator illuminates when data is transmitted from the
module to the NetController. In normal operation, data is only transmitted
when an input value changes.
This indicator will also flash periodically as the NetController checks the
I/O bus periodically.
OVERRIDE This red indicator illuminates whenever any of the override switches is in
a position other than AUTO.
STATUS This red indicator is normally off. If it is always on or flashing at a fast
rate there is a problem with the module.

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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DO-6-TR

The DO-6-TR, Continuum’s triac output module, has six Form A triac-based outputs,
rated at 0.5 amps, 24 VAC, for cost-effective on/off or pulse-width modulation (PWM)
control of lighting, heat, and fan units. The PWM feature permits the modulation of valves
and dampers to 0.1 second resolution. Adjacent outputs can also be configured in pairs
to provide up to three Form K, Tri-state outputs for bi-directional control of dampers and
valves.

Metal oxide varistors and optocouplers on the DO-6-TR provide 2500V isolation on each
output, ensure noise-free operation, and, in most cases, eliminate the need to install
MOVs in the field.

FEATURES
OUTPUT OUTPUT

•
POWER 1 5

COMM 2

3
6
COMMISSION
Six (6) Triac-based outputs
STATUS 4

•
RESET

24 Vrms @ 5A Contact Rating

DO-6
• Output Status LEDs
USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

1-DOOR OUT 2
ON ON

OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
OUTPUT RATING: 24 VAC, 0.5A
+ 12V, 180mA
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1DIGITAL
2 3OUTPUTS1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D
OUT1 T OUT2 D A OUT3
O R ROUT4 OUT5 OUT6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 1.1 watts at 24VDC max; normally provided by Continuum
power supply module.

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection.

OUTPUTS
Output Type: 6 Form A optically isolated triac outputs (can be configured
up to 3 Form K Tri-State outputs)

Output Rating: 0.5A, 24 VAC, (Cannot switch DC loads)

Output Accuracy: 0.1 sec. for Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) control

Output Protection: 2500V optical isolation

Metal oxide varistor and snubber on each output

Output Connections: Two-piece, 13-position removable terminal block

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I/O Connections
The actual output connections are located on a thirteen-position removable screw
terminal connector located at the bottom of the module. Output wires should enter from
either the top or bottom wiring troughs, and should come from the right side of the rack
(by convention).
The outputs are grouped in pairs of two connector terminals per channel. Each output
presents a normally open single pole set of contacts.
The diagram below indicates where each output number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. OUT 1
2. OUT 1 POWER
OUTPUT
1
OUTPUT
5
3. OUT 2 COMM 2 6
COMMISSION

4. OUT 2 3

STATUS 4
5. OUT 3 RESET

6. OUT 3 DO-6
7. OUT 4
8. OUT 4
9. OUT 5 USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
10. OUT 5 1-DOOR OUT 2
11. OUT 6 ON ON

12. OUT 6 OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO

READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
OUTPUT RATING: 24 VAC, 0.5A
+ 12V, 180mA
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1DIGITAL
2 3OUTPUTS1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D
OUT1 T OUT2 D A OUT3
O R ROUT4 OUT5 OUT6
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
11 22 3 3 4 45 65 7 6 8 79 11 1512
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Output Circuitry

The following is a simplified schematic of each DO-6-TR Output channel:

OUT x

All 6 channels resemble the circuit shown above.

These output contacts operate as a solid state relay. When the output is set to an ‘ON’
state, the contacts close allowing current to flow between the output terminals.

To use the Form A output in your system, configure an output point with an Electrical
Type of Digital.

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Switching Loads with Triacs

Although the Triac-based outputs of this module appear as relay contacts in the sche-
matics provided, they are actually solid-state switches that have limitations on the loads
they can switch.

AC vs. DC
The first limitation is that they cannot be used with DC loads. A Triac switches AC only.

Minimum Load Current

The second limitation involves the minimum load current. In order for the Triac to
switch it must detect at least 30 ma of current from the load. If your load is less than
30 ma you can induce the required load by connecting a resistor across the load (not
directly at the Triac!). Check the current draw specification on your field device, and if it
does not meet this minimum, add a resistor in parallel with the device being driven sized
to achieve the minimum loading. Use the following formulas to determine resistance and
wattage:

Resistance (ohms) =Voltage Power (Watts) = (Voltage) 2

Current Resistance

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Tri-State Output

Although the module contains six separate form A relays, adjacent pairs (OUT1 and
OUT2 or OUT3 and OUT4 or OUT5 and OUT6) of these can be combined to form a
standard Tri-state output.

Configure the output point of the first point (OUT1, OUT3 or OUT5) with an Electrical
Type of Tri-state.

Important Note
All tristate outputs fail in the OFF state if there is no power. They are forced to the OFF
position for 2 minutes upon reset or powerup before being program-controlled.

Connect two outputs together to form a tristate output as follows:

OUT 1
+ ON

OUT 1

Common

OUT 2

OUT 2
ON

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The DO-6-TR module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the
module.

OUTPUT OUTPUT
POWER 1 5
COMMISSION
COMM 2 6

STATUS 4
RESET

DO-6

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

POWER This green indicator illuminates when DC power is applied through the
Power/IO Bus.
COMM This yellow indicator illuminates when data is transmitted from the
module to the NetController. In normal operation, data is only transmitted
when an input value changes.
This indicator will also flash periodically as the NetController checks the
I/O bus periodically.
OVERRIDE This red indicator illuminates whenever any of the override switches is in
a position other than AUTO.
STATUS This red indicator is normally off. If it is always on or flashing at a fast
rate there is a problem with the module.

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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LO-2

The LO-2, Continuum’s lighting control module, can control 2 high voltage lighting
circuits, using externally mounted GE RR7 or RR9 lighting relays, rated for 277 VAC and
20 amps (347 VAC option for Canada). The RR9 relay provides status feedback of the
relay position, using a built-in pilot contact. The RR7 relay provides control of the circuit
with no feedback. An on-board status LED for each output is provided when RR9 relays
are used, as well as pilot light voltage for wall switches that have status indication.
External 28 VAC is required to power the GE relays. This same transformer can power
the LO-2 when the module is located remotely.

An LO-2-O model, with on-board momentary override toggle switches, is also available.

FEATURES

OUTPUT • 2 Lighting Outputs

POWER 1
COMMISSION
COMM 2

STATUS 24 VAC
• Uses standard RR-7 or RR-9 relays
RESET

LO-2 • External 28 VAC required to power GE relays

USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

•
OUT 1 OUT 2
ON ON On-board logic powered by Continuum Power
OFF OFF
Supply or External 28V transformer. Therefore,
G.E. RR-7 OR RR-9
LIGHTING RELAY when the LO-2 is remotely located, it can be
OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2 powered by 28 VAC alone.
24-30 VAC OUT 1 OUT 2 24 VAC
OVERRIDE OVERRIDE RECT.

•
GND PWR RED BLK YEL WHT RED BLK YEL WHT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Output Status LEDs
LO-2-O Only:
• Override Toggle Switches

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SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 0.4 watts at 24VDC max; provided by Continuum power
supply module. Consumes no DC power when external AC
power is present.

External AC Power: 28 VAC powers both module and lighting relays; can also
power the LO-2 module when mounted remotely.
External Transformer Size: 40 VA transformer
provides power for up to 5 LO-2 modules (10 GE relays and
associated devices).

Overload Protection: DC: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor
(TVS) and reverse polarity protection.
AC: 0.5A resettable fuse with MOV.

INPUTS/OUTPUTS
Inputs: 2 Class II Low Voltage override inputs, providing direct
control of lighting relays
Input Protection: Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) with reverse polarity
protection

Outputs:

Output Type: 2 pulsed lighting control outputs compatible with externally

mounted GE RR7 or RR9 relays
Output Rating: Lamp Load – 20 Amp Tungsten Filament @125 VAC
(Relay) Resistive Load – 20 Amp Ballast @ 277 VAC (20 amp
@347 VAC, Canada)
Motor Load – 0.5 Hp @ 110-125 VAC
0.5 HP @ 220-277 VAC (0.5 Hp @ 347 VAC, Canada)
Pilot Contact Rating (RR9 only): 1 amp, 24 VAC, isolated
Output Feedback: RR9 relays have LED status indication and software
feedback for relay status

Output Protection: Transient voltage suppressors (TVS) on outputs. GE relays

provide isolation.
Overrides: Momentary override toggle switches (LO-2-O model only)

Power/Output Connections: Two-piece, 12-position removable terminal block

Lighting Relay Connections: 5-position male connector accepts standard GE female
plug-in connector.

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LO-2

I/O Connections
The actual I/O connections are located on a combination of a twelve-position removable
screw terminal connector located at the center of the module and two five-pin Molex relay
connectors at the bottom. Wires should enter from either the top or bottom wiring troughs,
and outputs should come from the right side of the rack, inputs from the left (by
convention).

The diagram below indicates where each output number is located in the terminal block.

1. Chassis GND
2. 24-30 VAC OUTPUT
POWER 1
3. 24-30 VAC COMM 2
COMMISSION

4. OUT 1 RED
5. OUT 1 BLK STATUS 24 VAC
RESET
6. OUT 1 YEL
7. OUT 1 WHT
LO-2
8. OUT 2 RED
9. OUT 2 BLK USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

10. OUT 2 YEL OUT 1 OUT 2

11. OUT 2 WHT ON ON

12. 24 VAC RECT

OFF OFF

G.E. RR-7 OR RR-9

LIGHTING RELAY

OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2

24-30 VAC OUT 1 OUT 2 24 VAC

OVERRIDE OVERRIDE RECT.
GND PWR RED BLK YEL WHT RED BLK YEL WHT
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

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LO-2

Electrical Description

The outputs of the LO-2 module are digital in nature (ON or OFF) yet are designed
specifically to control lighting. The two outputs are electrically connected (via cable) to an
external bracket where two GE-style lighting relays (RR-7 or RR-9) have been mounted.
Both outputs can be controlled via program or be activated manually through override
switches (LO-2-O only) on the front panel. An external momentary switch (a push button,
motion detector or other occupancy sensor) can be wired to control each of the relays as
well.

The GE relays mechanically latch in the ON position when energized. The relay remains
ON until set to OFF from the program or any external override controls. RR-9 relays also
provide operational status information (ON or OFF) that can be read via Plain English
commands. The OUTPUT indicators on the front panel illuminate if the RR-9 relay output
is ON.

Override Controls
The LO-2-O model includes an output override switch for each output.

OFF

The operation of the relays can be operated from program control or manual control
using the front panel mounted override switches or externally wired controls.

The following describes the actions associated with each position of the override controls:

ON The output relay is energized to an ‘ON’ state manually by setting the

switch to ON. The spring-loaded momentary action of the switch moves
the switch back to the center position after pressing.

OFF The output relay is de-energized to an ‘OFF’ state manually by setting

the switch to OFF. The spring-loaded momentary action of the switch
moves the switch back to the center position after pressing.

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LO-2

External Override Capabilities

Two Class II low voltage manual override inputs, one for each relay output, are provided
for override capabilities. These inputs directly control the lighting relays, independent of
any schedule or program. Wall switches, occupancy sensors, or a combination of both
may be wired to these inputs.

Lighting Control
The LO-2 can be coupled with Continuum’s programmable input modules to provide
flexible lighting control strategies such as:

• Outdoor Lighting Control with a Photocell

• Daylight Control
• After-Hours Lighting Usage with Card Swipe Readers
• Adjustable Override Time with Flick Warning
• Cleaning Crew Override
• Data Logging and Reporting
• Run time Analysis, including Accumulated On-Time and Percentage On-Time
• Tenant Billing Reports
• Custom Control Strategies

These programs can be easily modified to fit the exact needs of your project.

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LO-2

Electrical Installation

External Power
The GE relays are powered by an external 28 VAC source. The LO-2 module has been
designed to utilize this external power source as its own module supply source as well. It
is not necessary that you power the module in this way, however, if the LO-2 is located
remotely from your main power source, it may prove convenient to power the module
locally thereby eliminating the two extra wires necessary to bring power to the module
from the Continuum power supply. It also lessens the load requirements on that supply.

28VAC Relay Power

Connect the output of a 28VAC transformer to the module power inputs as shown:

28 VAC
Transformer

PWR

24-30 VAC

GND

This ground connection must be

the same point as the ground
for the Continuum Power Supply

External Control Power

Externally mounted sensors such as proximity sensors require power to operate as well.
The LO-2 module provides a connection for these devices to receive half wave rectified
24V power as indicated below:

24 VDC (half-wave rectified AC)

to External Sensors
24 VAC
RECT

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LO-2

Relays
The GE relays are mounted on an external bracket with integral connecting cable. This
cable terminates in a five-pin Molex-style connector that mates easily with one of the two
provided at the bottom of the module as shown below:

The connector is keyed so that it locks into place after insertion. The connector on the left
is output relay #1 and the one on the right is output relay #2. Lights are attached to the
relays by loosening the screw terminal on the top of the relay, inserting the stripped end
of the wire, and tightening the screw.

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LO-2

Wiring External Controls

The relays can each be controlled by external momentary switches or other momentary
device such as a proximity detector. Each relay contains a set of input connections for
the control. Connect the external control(s) as shown:

Mechanical Switch with and without Integral Indicator

Momentary Switch

OFF ON
RED

BLK

OVERRIDE

YEL

WHT

Momentary Switch

OFF ON
RED

BLK

Indicator OVERRIDE

YEL

WHT

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LO-2

Controlling both Outputs with One Switch

RED

BLK

OVERRIDE

YEL

Momentary Switch WHT

OFF ON
RED

BLK

OVERRIDE

YEL

WHT

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LO-2

Occupancy Sensor Connection

RED (ON)
RED

BLK
BLK
(OFF)

Occupancy Sensor OVERRIDE

YEL

WHT
WHT
(COM)

BLU 24VAC
(POWER) RECT.

Controlling both Outputs with One Occupancy Sensor

To control both relays with the same Occupancy sensor, simply wire the red and black
connections of each input bank together as indicated on the drawing on the previous
page.

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LO-2

Controlling ON/OFF and HI/LO with Occupancy Sensor

Momentary Switch

LO HI
RED

BLK

OUT 2
OVERRIDE
YEL

WHT

RED (ON)
RED

BLK BLK
(OFF)

Occupancy Sensor OUT 1

OVERRIDE
YEL

WHT
WHT
(COM)

BLU 24VAC
(POWER) RECT.

Out 1

Fluorescent
Tubes

Out 2
Fluorescent
Tubes

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LO-2

Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The LO-2 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

OUTPUT
POWER 1
COMMISSION
COMM 2

STATUS 24 VAC
RESET

LO-2

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

workstation and used as a troubleshooting aid when locating a particular
module. More information on using this indicator may be found in the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
OUTPUT These red indicators (one for each channel) illuminate when an ‘ON’
condition is set. These indicators operate with RR-9 relays only.
24 VAC This green indicator illuminates when 24-30 VAC power is supplied to
the module by an external source.

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LO-2

This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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AC-1

The AC-1, Continuum’s access control module, provides full I/O for an access controlled
door or portal in one compact module. The AC-1 can be remotely located at a door
reader for localized control and reduced wiring costs; or several AC-1 modules can be
grouped together and DIN rail-mounted for centralized control.

The AC-1 provides a Wiegand card input for Wiegand and Proximity type cards, reading
up to 64 bits per card. An AC-1-ABA model is also available to support the ABA card
reader protocol and magnetic stripe cards. Reader power on both models is switch-
selectable between 5 volts and 12 volts to meet most card reader power requirements.

Both models have two 5 amp, Form C relaysone for the door lock and a second for
local alarm annunciation. Each output has an integral hand-off-auto switch for manual
operation, and software feedback of the switch position.

Up to three supervised alarm inputs can be used for door status contacts, request-to-exit
devices, a cabinet tamper switch, and any other two-state or three-state (on/off/trouble)
alarm device.

Keypad Control
The AC-1 and AC-1-ABA support Wiegand output keypads and ABA output keypads
respectively. To simplify installation and reducing wiring costs, the keypad data comes
into the module via the reader data lines.

FEATURES
OUTPUT
• 1 Card Reader Input
POWER 1-DOOR

•
COMMISSION
COMM

OVERRIDE
OUT2

+5V READER
+5V or +12V reader power (switch selectable)
STATUS +12V POWER

•
RESET

Up to 2 Card Reader LED control outputs (LED2

AC-1
is multiplexed w/ Input 1)
USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY
• Up to 3 Supervised Inputs (Input 1 is multiplexed
1-DOOR OUT 2 with LED2)
ON ON

OFF

AUTO
OFF

AUTO
Summary: 1 Reader LED Output and 3
Supervised Inputs
or
READER
POWER
2 Reader LED Outputs and 2
+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
Supervised Inputs
+ 12V, 180mA

READER
SUPERVISED
INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS • 2 FormC Relay Outputs rated @ 24V AC/DC, 5A
+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A E D

•
L
D T D A O R R
A
/
1
K
/
0
U
X
O
R
E
X
E
T Override Toggle Switches w/Override Detection
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
and Feedback

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AC-1

SPECIFICATIONS
ELECTRICAL
Power Consumption: 2.6 watts plus reader power consumption at 24VDC max.;
normally provided by Continuum power supply module.

Overload Protection: 0.5A resettable fuse with transient voltage suppressor

(TVS) and reverse polarity protection

INPUTS/OUTPUTS

Inputs
Card Readers: 1
Card Reader Type: AC-1 –Supports Wiegand and Proximity readers
AC-1-ABA –Supports ABA readers

Maximum Number
of bits/Card: 64 (Wiegand)
255 (ABA)

Card Reader Power: +5V or +12V (switch selectable)

Switch Setting Output Voltage Output Current
+5V +5.20V ±0.05V 120 mA Max.
+12V +12.0V ±5% 180 mA Max.

Wiring Distance,
Card Reader to AC-1: 500 ft. max. using 18-gauge wire
200 ft. max. using 22-gauge wire

Alarm Inputs: Up to 3 supervised inputs. Single or double resistor

supervision, series or parallel.

Input Protection: Transient voltage suppressor (TVS) on each input

Outputs
Door Outputs: 2 Form C relays
Output Rating: 24VAC/VDC @ 5 amp
Reader LED Output: Open collector; up to 50 mA.
Output Protection: 5000V isolation 270V MOVs on each output
Overrides: 3-position manual override switch on each output for
manual control of relay. LED override status indicator.

Override Feedback: Override detection and software feedback provided for

each output.

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AC-1

I/O Connections
The actual I/O connections are located on a combination of a sixteen-position removable
screw terminal connector located at the bottom of the module. Wires should enter from
either the top or bottom wiring troughs, and outputs should come from the right side of
the rack, inputs from the left (by convention).

The diagram below indicates where each output number is located in the terminal block.

Shield/Earth Ground
1. Reader +V
OUTPUT
2. Reader GND POWER 1-DOOR
COMMISSION
3. Reader DATA (Wiegand I) COMM OUT2

OVERRIDE +5V READER

4. Reader CLK (Wiegand 0) STATUS +12V POWER
RESET
5. Reader LED
6. Sup Input Aux AC-1
7. Sup Input Door
8. Sup Input REX
9. Sup Input RET USE COPPER CONDUCTORS ONLY

10. Door NC 1-DOOR OUT 2

11. Door NO ON ON

12. Door COM OFF OFF

AUTO AUTO
13. OUT NC
14. OUT NO
15. OUT COMM
READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA
CONTACT RATING:
+ 12V, 180mA
SUPERVISED
READER INPUTS(0-5V) DIGITAL OUTPUTS

+ G D C L 1 2 3 1-DOOR OUT2
V N A L E D
D T D A O R R
A K U O E E
/ / X R X T
1 0
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

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AC-1

Using the AC-1

AC-1 is a complete card access control module designed to interface with the Andover
Controls NetController where an internal firmware-based Access Control supervisor
resides. During normal operation, access control decisions are made in the Continuum
NetController CPU module database, which provides storage for up to 75,000 “local”
personnel records (up to 4 million records may be created per database).

If network communications are interrupted, as a fail-safe mode, the AC-1 will revert to a
programmable degraded mode of operation, providing uninterrupted card access using
site codes, cards formats, and other degrade mode parameters stored in non-volatile
EEPROM in each AC-1 module.

The AC-1 is designed to control a single door. The door can be configured to allow
entrance based on card only, card plus personal ID number (PIN), or keypad only. The
door’s operating mode can even be changed based on time-of-day or other events for
optimum flexibility through Andover Controls’ easy-to-use Plain English programming
language. Each keypad can also permit entry of a duress alarm code that can initiate an
alarm sequence at any AC-1 controller or at the Continuum workstation.

Time-based anti-passback and entry/egress anti-passback are available to prevent

tailgating. Entry/egress anti-passback is system-wide and can be performed by readers
located on different AC-1 controllers across the network.

Using Plain English, the AC-1 can also be used for custom access control sequences
such as two-man rule, optical turnstile control, and man trap configurations.

Reader Power Switch

Readers are available in both 5 volt and 12 volt varieties. The AC-1 and AC-1-ABA
modules support both by allowing the selection of a reader power source. A voltage
selector switch is located on the front panel of the module. Insert the tip of a small
screwdriver to slide the internal power switch into the desired position.
READER
POWER

+ 5V, 100mA

+ 12V, 180mA

Internal switch slides up and

down to make selection

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Connecting a Reader/Keypad
Reader/Keypad Inputs
The AC-1 includes a full interface to a single Wiegand (AC-1) or an ABA (AC-1-ABA)
access card reader. The modules were designed to allow keypads that have similar
interfaces (Wiegand or ABA) to be connected in place of a reader. Integral reader/keypad
units are also supported.

The module supports one or two reader LEDs. The first is connected to the standard LED
output connection and the optional second is connected to the Input 1 (AUX) connection.
Note: If you decide to use two LEDs, you sacrifice one supervised input.

The Wiegand reader or keypad unit is connected to the AC-1 module as shown below:

+V 5V

12 V

GND

+V
GND
DATA / I
DATA I
Weigand
Reader or Keypad DATA 0
LED

CLK / 0

LED

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AC-1

The Dorado ABA reader or keypad unit is connected to the AC-1 module as shown
below:

+V 5V

12 V

GND

+V
GND
DATA / I
DATA
ABA
Reader or Keypad CLK
LED

CLK / 0

LED

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Connecting Inputs

All AC-1 and AC-1-ABA inputs are supervisory inputs. The following drawings depict the
six types of supervisory inputs that exist—three normally closed and three normally open
types. After the drawings, there is an explanation of which types are recommended for
access control installations.

The AUX input

The module supports the use of a second reader LED. The first is connected to the
standard LED output connection and the optional second is connected to the Input 1
(AUX) connection. Using this second LED eliminates one supervised input.

Normally Closed Supervisory Inputs

NC Series
With this type of input wiring, a resistor is placed in series with the input. When the door
switch is closed (normal position) the door is assumed to be closed. The circuit presents
a reading of 10K ohms at the input.
External
Resistor
10 KΩ typical AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
Contact
Closure

RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed External Resistance Door Closed
Switch Opened Infinite Resistance Door Open
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Door Open ‘Violation’
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Violation or error

When the door is opened the switch opens and an infinite resistance is measured. If the
wires to the door are cut it also appears as a “door open” condition. In this case there
would be a door open without a valid card swipe or valid keypad entry resulting in a “door
violation”. Shorting the input causes a zero ohm resistance which also should result in a
door violation.

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Normally Closed Supervisory Inputs

NC Parallel
With this type of input wiring, a resistor is placed in parallel (across) with the input. When
the door switch is closed (normal position) the door is assumed to be closed. The circuit
presents a reading of zero ohms resistance at the input.

This circuit is not recommended!

AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
External
Contact Resistor
Closure 10 KΩ typical

RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed Zero Ohms Door Closed
Switch Opened External Resistance Door Open
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Violation or error
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Door Closed

When the door is opened the switch opens and the external resistance is measured. If
the wires to the door are cut it appears as an infinite resistance resulting in a door
violation or error condition.

Shorting the input causes it to look like a normal “door closed” condition. In this case the
door could be forced open and the system would not detect the change in condition.

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Normally Closed Supervisory Inputs

NC Series Parallel
With this type of input wiring, two external resistors are added to the input, one in series
and the other in parallel. When the door switch is closed (normal position) the door is
assumed to be closed. The circuit presents a reading composed of both resistances in
parallel that works out to be half the value of one of them (5K).

External
Resistors
10 KΩ typical
AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX

Contact
Closure
RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed External Resistance ÷ 2 Door Closed
Switch Opened External Parallel Resistance Door Open
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Violation or error
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Violation or error

When the door is opened the switch opens and the value of the parallel resistor is
measured. If the wires to the door are cut it appears as an infinite resistance. Shorting the
input causes a zero ohm resistance. Both a short and an infinite resistance (open) should
result in an error condition.

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Normally Open Supervisory Inputs

NO Series
With this type of input wiring, a resistor is placed in series with the input. When the door
switch is open (normal position) the door is assumed to be closed. The circuit presents a
reading of 10K ohms at the input.

This circuit is not recommended!

External
Resistor
10 KΩ typical AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
Contact
Closure

RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed External Resistance Door Open
Switch Opened Infinite Resistance Door Closed
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Door Closed
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Violation or error

When the door is opened the switch closes and the external resistance is measured.
Shorting the input causes a zero ohm reading which should result in an error condition.

Cutting the wire causes it to look like a normal “door closed” condition. In this case the
door could be forced open and the system would not detect the change in condition.

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Normally Open Supervisory Inputs

NO Parallel
With this type of input wiring, a resistor is placed in parallel (across) with the input. When
the door switch is open (normal position) the door is assumed to be closed. The circuit
presents a reading of the external resistance at the input.

This circuit is not recommended!

AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
External
Contact Resistor
Closure 10 KΩ typical

RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed Zero Ohms Door Open
Switch Opened External Resistance Door Closed
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Violation or error
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Door open

When the door is opened the switch closes and a zero ohm resistance is measured. If the
wires to the door are cut it appears as an infinite resistance resulting in a door violation or
error condition.

Shorting the input causes it to look like a normal “door closed” condition. In this case the
door could be forced open and the system would not detect the change in condition.

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Normally Open Supervisory Inputs

NO Series Parallel
With this type of input wiring, two external resistors are added to the input, one in series
and the other in parallel. When the door switch is open (normal position) the door is
assumed to be closed. The circuit reads the value of the parallel resistor.

External
Resistors
10 KΩ typical
AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX

Contact
Closure
RET

Circuit Action Input Senses Condition

Switch Closed External Resistance ÷ 2 Door Closed
Switch Opened External Parallel Resistance Door Open
Wire Cut Infinite Resistance Violation or error
Input Shorted Zero Ohms Violation or error

When the door is opened the switch closes an a reading results that is composed of both
resistances in parallel that works out to be half the value of one of them (5K). If the wires
to the door are cut it appears as an infinite resistance. Shorting the input causes a zero
ohm resistance. Both a short and an infinite resistance (open) should result in an error
condition.

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Recommended Input Circuits

We recommend NO Parallel and NO Series and Parallel types for access control
installations. The following pages explain how to wire these types of inputs for door
switches and motion detectors.

Wiring Door Switches

There are three supervisory inputs for door switches. The maximum length wire you may
use is 500 ft of #18 gauge wire (152 m of 1.0 mm2 wire) or 200 ft of #22 gauge wire (60
m of 0.35 mm2 wire).

Some switches have built-in resistors that facilitate Series Parallel connections as shown
below:

Switch with AUX

Built-In Resistor or
DOOR
or
REX

10 KΩ

RET

The following diagram graphically illustrates the operation of the NO Parallel Supervised
Input:
Door Closed
(Normal)
AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
Normally Open 10 KΩ
Door Switch

RET

Detects
Door Open
AUX
or
DOOR
or
REX
Normally Open 10 KΩ
Door Switch

RET

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Wiring Motion Detectors

Motion detectors are basically switches with electronics built-in to make the connection.

Wiring is similar to a normal door switch input, however, the motion sensor requires an
external power supply of 12 VDC or 24 VDC (UL listed under APHV). The maximum
length wire you may use is 500 ft of #18 gauge wire (152 m of 1.0 mm2 wire) or 200 ft of
#22 gauge wire (60 m of 0.35 mm2 wire).

The following shown a typical motion detector circuit:

No AUX
Motion or
Detected DOOR
or
REX
Normally Open 10 KΩ
PIR Motion
Detector

RET

Motion AUX
Detected or
DOOR
or
REX
Normally Open 10 KΩ
PIR Motion
Detector

RET

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Connecting Outputs

The AC-1 and AC-1-ABA modules include two Form C single-pole double-throw relay outputs.
The following is a simplified schematic of each output channel:

OUT x NC

OUT x NO

OUT x COM

Both channels resemble the circuit shown above.

These output contacts operate as a standard relay. When the output is set to an ‘ON’
state, the normally open contacts close and the normally closed contacts open.
To use the Form C output in your system, configure an output point with an Electrical
Type of Digital.

Override Controls
The AC-1 and AC-1-ABA modules include an output override switch for each output.

OFF

AUTO

The output of the module can be directed from program control to manual control. The
output can be disabled completely as well.

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The following describes the actions associated with each position of the override controls:

ON The output relay is energized to an ‘ON’ state manually by

setting the switch to ON. Programs have no effect on the output
when the switch is in this position.

OFF The output relay is de-energized to an ‘OFF’ state manually by

setting the switch to OFF. Programs have no effect on the output
when the switch is in this position.

AUTO The action of the output relay is determined as a direct result of

program control.

Wiring Door Outputs

The following represents a typical door output installation when the circuit is normally
open:

NC Oxide Metal
Varistor
(Andover #01-2020-095)
C

NO
C

+ – Door Strike
(UL listed burglary-
12/24V
resistant electric
locking mechanism
Power Supply (CVXY) for
(UL listed power UL listed systems)
supply (APHV) for
UL listed systems)

This configuration shows a normally de-energized lock (when secured) in a fail secure
mode. Always be sure to use “panic” hardware that allows emergency exit from the
secured area.

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The following represents a typical door output installation when the circuit is normally
closed:

C C

NO Electromagnetic
Door Lock
(UL listed burglary-
resistant electric
locking mechanism
12/24V (CVXY) for
UL listed systems)
Power Supply
(UL listed power
supply (APHV) for
UL listed systems)

This configuration shows a normally de-energized lock (when secured) in a fail secure
mode. If power loss occurs, the lock opens.

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Status/Control Panel
Status Indicators
The AC-1 module includes a complete indicator status panel on the front of the module.

OUTPUT
POWER 1-DOOR
COMMISSION
COMM OUT2

OVERRIDE +5V READER

STATUS +12V POWER
RESET

AC-1

This panel includes indicators reporting on the status of the following:

POWER This green indicator illuminates when DC power is applied through the
Power/IO Bus.
COMM This yellow indicator illuminates when data is transmitted from the
module to the NetController. In normal operation, data is only transmitted
when an input value changes.
This indicator will also flash periodically as the NetController checks the
I/O bus periodically.
OVERRIDE This red indicator illuminates whenever any of the override switches is in
a position other than AUTO.
STATUS This red indicator is normally off. If it is always on or flashing at a fast
rate there is a problem with the module.

This indicator can be manually illuminated from the Continuum

+5V, +12V These green indicators illuminate when either voltage is selected as the
reader power source.

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This panel also includes two operator switches that perform the following:

COMMISSION After physical installation and during configuration through the

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