Drake Refrigeration Inc.

2/19/2015

MCS Microprocessor Manual

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Table of Contents
1. Using the keypad
2. How to Connect to a PC with MCS-Connect
3. Basic Start-up Procedure
4. Troubleshooting

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Using the Keypad

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Magnum Keypad / Display Rev 2.0

(HVAC 8.00 & Higher)

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3. Keypad / Display specifications

3.1. Cable Connection

 6 wire (3 twisted pairs) shielded cable 10’ length

+12V
RED

GND
BLACK
YELLOW

SCL
PURPLE

SDA
BLUE

485+
BROWN

485-
KEYPAD / DISPLAY
YELLOW
PURPLE
BROWN

BLACK
BLUE

RED

GND SDA 485-

+12V SCL 485+

KEYPAD / LCD

MAGNUM

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SION 8 MANUAL REV
VISION 3.1

4. Mag
gnum Dis
splay Su
ummary
The following is an examina
ation of all the information sc
creens that can be accessed
d through both
h the Magnum
m keypad
and MCS-Con nnect program
m.
4.1.. Magnum
m keypad and displa
ay
4.1.1. Menu
M Scree
en
The main menu is acces
ssed by pressing the “Menu
u” key.

ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:5
55 Main Menu HH:MM Main Menu
-Sta
atus -Setpoints -Control Status Dissplay -Setpoint Display
-Out
tputs -Serv Tools ay and Analog
-Rela g Output Displa
ay -Service To
ools Display
-Inp
puts -Lckout RST -Sensor Input Disp
play -Lockout Reeset Display
-Ala
arms -Lckout ALM -Alarm Display -Lockout Alarms Display
-Gra
aphs -Passwords -Grapph Display -Password Display
Hel
lp LARGE Menu
u Navigation Hellp Screen Enlarged Control On Displayy

4.1.2. In
ntroduction
n to Status
s Screens
The current
c status of the unit and
d compressorss is displayed by selecting th
he “Status” op
ption from the ““Menu”
scree
en. This follow
wing screen will be displayed. By pressing the PG or PG G function keeys you will ge
et
additional informatiion on each coompressor.
4.1.3. Unit
U status
ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09
9:55 Un
nit 45/5
54 HH:MM CHILL
LER UNIT LEV/
/ENT
UNIT IS
S UNLOADED CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
025:42:33 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
WT
TD ACT WTD D% DLY RO
OC WAN
NTED ACTU
UAL WANT
TED% DELA
AY SLOP
PE
0 0 40
0% 180 0.0 #ST
TEPS #STE
EPS ACTU
UAL% NEXT CHG DIREC
CTION
TARGET=45.0 (ADJ +0.0
0) TARG
GET SETPOINTT + TARGET R
RESET
PG
P  PG PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

4.1.4. Unit
U Tonnag
ge and KW
W Informatio
on
If tonnage/KW informatio
on is available
e the following screen is add
ded to the statu
us screens:

ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09
9:55 Un
nit 60/6
65 HH:MM CHILL
LER UNIT LEV/ENT
T TMP
UNIT IS
S UNLOADED CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
025:42:33 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
AM
MP&VLT KW&
&TON KW/T
TON AMP
PandVLT K
KWandTON KW/TON
110.0A 73.8K 0.15
5 Am
mps KW KW/TON wit
th 2 decimal
ls
38
88.0V 47
79T Vo
oltage Tons
PG
P  PG
G PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

The above e screen is bas

sed upon flow and power facctor (PF) of 1. All other values in the
w of 230 GPM a
calculation
n are displayed
d on the scree
en.

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4.1.5. Purge
P Statu
us Screen (only
( if Purg
ge cycles a
are active)
ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:55 PRG 1 45/544 HH:MM Purge Ci

ircuit LEV/ENT TMP
A-PR
RG OFF CURRENT PUR
RGE STATE
000:00:42 MODE COOOL TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE UN
NIT MODE
SUC
C-LT FLOA
AT 24TMR SUC
C-LT FLOA
AT 24 T
TMR
20
0F NORM
MAL 27mi Tem
mperature of
f Safety
y Float Purge Run T
Time
suc
ction line Sta
atus in
n last 24 hoours
PG
G PG
G PAGE UP PAGE D
DOWN

4.1.6. Compresso
C r status
ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:56 CMP #1 45/5

54 HH:MM COM
MPRESSOR LEV/ENT
T TMP
CMP OF
FF/READY CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
000:00;30 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
SUC
CT DISC OPD MOTO
OR SUCTION
S D
DISCHARGE OIL DIFFERE
ENTIAL MOT
TOR
66
6P 190P 134P 0%
% Pr
ressure Pressure Pressure
e Am
mp %
55
5F 177F ---- OK
K Tem
mperature T
Temperature ---- Sta
atus
PG
G PG
G PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:55 CMP #1 45/5

54 HH:MM COM
MPRESSOR LEV/ENT
T TMP
CMP OF
FF/READY CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
000:00:42 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
SST
T SSH SCT DSH SAT
T.SUCTION S
SUCT SHEAT SAT.COND
D. DISC S.
.HEAT
38
8 16.9 97 79.2
2 Tem
mperature T
Temperature Temperatu
ure Tempera
ature

PG
G PG
G PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

4.1.7. Comp
pressor sta
atus (only C
CENT)
ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:55 CMP #1 45/5

54 HH:MM COMPR
RESSOR LEV/ENT
T TMP
CMP OF
FF/READY CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
000:00:42 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
ARO
OC LROC CNT LIFT
T ARO
OC LROC CNT LIFT
0.0
0A 0.0P 0c 45F
F Cur
rrent Comp. Current Ammp Lift Current L
Lift
0.0
0A 0.0P 0c 0.8F
F Amp
p R.O.C. Lift R.O.C
C. Count
PG
G PG
G Las
st Comp. Last Lift
Amp
p R.O.C. Lift R.O.C
C. Count Lift Rati
io
PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

4.1.8. EXV status

s
ACTUAL DISPLAY
D DESCR
RIPTION

09:55 EXV #1 45/5

54 HH:MM ELECTRONIC
C EXP VLV LEV/ENT
T TMP
IS HOLDING CURRENT CON
NTROL STATE
000:3
36:42 TIME IN CUR
RRENT STATE
VLV
V% DELAY SPHT RO
OC VLV
V OPEN% TI
IME DELAY SUCT SHEAT
T ROC
27
7 60 12.2 0.0 Per
rcent De
elay To Temperatur
re Rate Of
f
PG
G PG
G Nex
xt Change Change
PAGE
E UP PAGE DOWN

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4. Screen Layouts

4.1. MENU KEY

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Status display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 For a LARGE display of the current chillers
performance press F3.

Select ‘F 1’ (Help)

4.2. HELP F1

Pressing the F1 (Help) Key

 By selecting the Help function you get a short
description of the control keys.
 The 3 function keys change depending on the
screen.
 Notice that only the numbers (lower bottom
left of keys) 1 thru 8 is available from the
keypad.
 From here you need to return back to the
Menu key to make another selection.

Select ‘Menu’ then F3 (LARGE)

4.3. LARGE F3

Pressing the F3 (Large) key

 To get to Large you can only do so from the
Menu display.
 Once positioned at the menu key press the
function key F3 which says LARGE.
 The display shows the controlling sensor first
in large characters.
 The refrigerant type is displayed at the bottom
of the display.

Next Select ‘Menu’

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4.4. MENU (STATUS)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Status display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Status Screens press
the Enter Key.

Press ↲

4.5. UNIT STATUS (WTD/ACT)

Unit Status WTD/ACT

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows system status.
 The third line shows mode & time in that
mode.
 The next two lines show the following:
-Steps wanted on -Steps actually on
-Wanted capacity % -Integration delay
-Rate of change.
 The next line shows the current target.
Press F3 PG

4.6. UNIT STATUS (KW/TON)

Unit Status KW/TON

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows Unit status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The next two lines show the following:
-Current amps -Current voltage
-Current KW -Current tons
-Current KW/Ton
 This information is only available if the
Press F3 PG sensors are provided.

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4.7. COMPRESSOR1 STATUS (PSI & Temp)

Compressor 1 PSI & Temp

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows Circuit status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The next two lines show the following:
-Suct psi -Suct temp
-Disc psi -Disc temp
-Oil psi differential -Oil temp
-Motor % -Motor temp
Press F3 PG

4.8. COMPRESSOR1 STATUS (Superheats)

Compressor 1 Superheats
 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows Circuit status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The next line shows the following:
-Sat Suct Tmp -Suct Superheat
-Sat Cond Tmp -Disc Superheat
 The function keys F1 & F2 allow paging up or
down.

Press F3 PG

4.9. COMPRESSOR1 STATUS (EXV or LLS)

Compressor 1 EXV or LLS

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The line also shows EXV or LLS status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The display shows information for the EXV or
LLS for circuit 1. If EXV the information is as
follows:
-Valve % open -Delay till next chg
-Curr Suct SH -Slope of SH
Press F3 PG 

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4.10. COMPRESSOR2 STATUS (PSI & Temp)

Compressor 2 PSI & Temp

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows circuit status.
 The third line shows time in that mode..
 The next two lines show the following:
-Suct psi -Suct temp
-Disc psi -Disc temp
-Oil psi differential -Oil temp
-Motor % -Motor temp
Press F3 PG 

4.11. COMPRESSOR2 STATUS (Superheats)

Compressor 2 Superheats
 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The second line shows circuit status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The next two lines show the following:
-Sat Suct Tmp -Suct Superheat
-Sat Cond Tmp -Disc Superheat
 The function keys F2 & F3 allow paging up or
down.
Press F3 PG 

4.12. COMPRESSOR2 STATUS (EXV or LLS)

Compressor 2 EXV or LLS

 On the top line right chiller out & chiller in is
displayed rounded to a whole number.
 The line also shows EXV or LLS status.
 The third line shows time in that mode.
 The display shows information for the EXV or
LLS for circuit 2. If EXV the information is as
follows:
-Valve % open -Delay till next chg
-Curr Suct SH -Slope of SH
Press ‘Menu’

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4.13. MENU (Outputs)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Outputs.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 For a LARGE display of the current chillers
performance press F3.

Select ‘Outputs’ & Press ↲

4.14. RELAY OUTPUTS (Status)

Relay Outputs Status

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays and their status.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

4.15. RELAY OUTPUTS (Last ON)

Relay Last On
 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & last time turned on.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

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4.16. RELAY OUTPUTS (Last Off)

Relay Outputs Last Off

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & last time turned off.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

4.17. RELAY OUTPUTS (Run TDY)

Relay Outputs Run TDY

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & run time today.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

4.18. RELAY OUTPUTS (Cycles TDY)

Relay Outputs Cyclt TDY

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & cycles today.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

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4.19. RELAY OUTPUTS (Run YDY)

Relay Outputs Run YDY

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & run time yesterday.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

4.20. RELAY OUTPUTS (Cycles YDY)

Relay Outputs Cycles YDY

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & cycles yesterday.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

4.21. RELAY OUTPUTS (TTL Run HR)

Relay Outputs TTL Run HR

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & total run hours.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
To scroll right Press ► up or down for additional outputs.

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4.22. RELAY OUTPUTS (TTL Cycles)

Relay Outputs TTL Cycles

 On the top line shows Outputs & ◄► which
allows you to move screen left to right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & total cycles.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Analog outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
Select F1 for Anlog up or down for additional outputs.

4.23. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Status)

Analog Outputs Status

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through fifth line shows up to four
analog outputs.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.24. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Max TDY)

Analog Outputs Max TDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & max value today.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

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4.25. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Min TDY)

Analog Outputs Min TDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
analog outputs & minimum value seen today.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.26. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Avg TDY)

Analog Outputs AVG TDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
analog outputs & average value today.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.27. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Max YDY)

Analog Outputs Max YDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
analog outputs & maximum yesterday.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

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4.28. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Min YDY)

Analog Outputs Min YDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
relays & minimum value yesterday.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.29. ANALOG OUTPUTS (Avg YDY)

Analog Outputs Avg YDY

 On the top line shows Outputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
analog outputs & average yesterday.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional outputs.
Select Menu & position to Inputs

4.30. MENU (Inputs)

Pressing the Menu Key
 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Status display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
To display the current Input Screens press
the Enter Key.

Select ‘Inputs’ & Press ↲

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4.31. SENSOR INPUTS (Value)

Sensor Inputs Value

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & their current value.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.32. SENSOR INPUTS (Type)

Sensor Inputs Type

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & the sensor type.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 moves you to Relay Outputs.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.33. SENSOR INPUTS (Last on)

Sensor Inputs Last On
 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & Last On. (If Digital).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

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4.34. SENSOR INPUTS (Last Off)

Sensor Inputs Last Off

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & Last Off. (If Digital).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.35. SENSOR INPUTS (Max TDY)

Sensor Inputs Max TDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & Maximum value today. (If
analog).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.36. SENSOR INPUTS (Min TDY)

Sensor Inputs Min TDY
 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor outputs & Minimum today. (If analog)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

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4.37. SENSOR INPUTS (Run TDY)

Sensor Inputs Run TDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & run hours today. (If Digital)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.38. SENSOR INPUTS (AVG TDY)

Sensor Inputs Avg TDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & average today. (If analog).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.39. SENSOR INPUTS (Cycles TDY)

Sensor Inputs Cycles TDY
 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & cycles today. (If digital).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

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4.40. SENSOR INPUTS (Run YDY)

Sensor Inputs Run YDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & run yesterday. (If digital).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.41. SENSOR INPUTS (Max YDY)

Sensor Inputs Max YDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & maximum yesterday. (If
analog).
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.42. SENSOR INPUTS (Cycles YDY)

Sensor Inputs Cycles YDY
 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & cycles yesterday. (If analog)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

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4.43. SENSOR INPUTS (Min YDY)

Sensor Inputs Min YDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & minimum yesterday. (If
analog)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.
To scroll right Press ►

4.44. SENSOR INPUTS (TTL Run HR)

Sensor Inputs TTL Run HR
 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & total run hours. (If digital)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

To scroll right Press ►

4.45. SENSOR INPUTS (Avg YDY)

Sensor Inputs Avg YDY

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & average for yesterday. (If
analog)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.
To scroll right Press ►

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4.46. SENSOR INPUTS (TTL Cycles)

Sensor Inputs TTL Cycles

 On the top line shows Inputs.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
sensor inputs & total cycles. (If digital)
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down for additional inputs.

Select Menu & Press ↲

4.47. MENU (Alarms)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Status display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Alarm Screens press
the Enter Key.

Select Alarms & Press ↲

4.48. ALARMS

Alarms
 On the top line shows Alarms.
 The second and third line show the
information for the first alarm .
 The third and fourth line show the information
for the second alarm.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the additional alarms.

Select Menu & Press ↲

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4.49. MENU (Graphs)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Status display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Graphs Screens press
the Enter Key.

Select Menu & Press ↲

4.50. GRAPHS (Relay or Sensor)

Graphs Relay or Sensor

 On the top line shows Graph and Sensor
being displayed.
 The next lines layout the graph based on the
scale required.
 At the bottom of the graph the graph time
frame is shown.
 Pressing F1 displays sample time for editing
 Pressing F2 or F3 selects relays or analog
outputs for display.
Select Function F1

4.51. GRAPHS (Edit)

Graphs (Edit)
 The background shows the graph.
 The pop up window shows the current
sample rate.
 By pressing ↲ you may change the sample
time.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select Menu & Press ↲

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4.52. MENU (Setpoints)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Setpoints
display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Setpoints Screens
press the Enter Key.

Select Menu & Press ↲

4.53. SETPOINTS (Value)

Setpoints Value
 The top line shows Setpoints & ◄► which
allows you to move screen to left or right.
 The second line shows column headings.
 The third through sixth line shows up to four
setpoints & their current value.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection
 Setpoints are displayed based on
authorization level.

Select Menu & Press ↲

4.54. MENU (Serv Tools)

Pressing the Menu Key
 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Serv Tools
display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Serv Tools Screens
press the Enter Key.

Select Serv Tools & Press ↲

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4.55. SERVICE TOOLS (RS485 Network)

RS485 Network
 The top line shows Service Tools.
 The next 5 lines identify the first five options
available under Service Tools.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select RS485 Network & Press ↲

4.56. SERVICE TOOLS (RS485 Setup)

RS485 Setup
 The top line shows RS485 Setup
 The next 3 lines identify the current protocol,
current address & the current baud rate.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 takes you back to the previous
screen.

Press F1 (Back)

4.57. SERVICE TOOLS (Ethernet Network)

Ethernet Network
 The top line shows Service Tools.
 The next 5 lines identify the first five options
available under Service Tools.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select Ethernet Network & Press ↲

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4.58. SERVICE TOOLS (Ethernet Setup)

Ethernet Setup
 The top line shows Eth Setup.
 The next 4 lines identify the following:
-Dynamic IP = YES or NO
-IP Address
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 backs up to Serv Tools.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down.
Select F3 to Page Down 

4.59. SERVICE TOOLS (Subnet Mask)

Ethernet Setup Subnet Mask
 The top line shows Eth Setup.
 The next 4 lines identify the Subnet Mask &
the Default Gateway.
 Pressing F1 takes you back to the previous
screen.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select F3 to Page Down 

4.60. SERVICE TOOLS (MCS Port)

Ethernet Setup MCS Port

 The top line shows Eth Setup.
 The next 4 lines identify the first MCS Port
address & then back to the beginning.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1 takes you back to service tools.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select F1 Back

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4.61. SERVICE TOOLS (System Info)

Service Tools System Info

 The top line shows Service Tools.
 The next 5 lines identify five options available
under Service Tools.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select System & Press ↲

4.62. SERVICE TOOLS (Firmware & Cfg)

System Info Firmware & Cfg

 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 4 lines identify the Firmware
Version & the Config name.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.
Press F3 PG

4.63. SERVICE TOOLS (Company name & Model #)

System Info Company name & model #

 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 2 lines identify the Company name
 The following 2 lines identify the model
number..
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
Press F3 PG up or down the current selection.

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4.64. SYSTEN INFO (Unit Serial Number & Install Date)

System Info Unit serial number & Install Date

 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 2 lines identify the unit serial
number.
 The following 2 lines identify the install date.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
Press F3 PG up or down the current selection.

4.65. SYSTEM INFO (Config Version & Date)

System Info Config Version & Date
 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 2 lines identify the Config version
 The following 2 lines identify the Config date..
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.
Press F3 PG

4.66. SYSTEM INFO (Bootloader & HW Serial Number)

System Info Bootloader & HW Serial Number

 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 2 lines identify the Bootloader
version & the following 2 lines identify the
hardware serial number.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.
Press F3 PG 

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4.67. SYSTEM INFO (Phy Mac Addr & I/O Types)

System Info Physical Mac Address & Type I/O

 The top line shows System Info.
 The next 2 lines identify the Physical MAC
address & the following 2 lines identify the
type of I/O boards used.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F1, Back function, moves you back
to System Info
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.
Select F1 Back

4.68. SYSTEM INFO (Display)

Service Tools Display
 The top line shows Service Tools.
 The next 5 lines identify five options available
under Service Tools.
 The bottom line shows function keys with
current values.
 Pressing F2 or F3 pages the current screen
up or down the current selection.

Select Display & Press ↲

4.69. DISPLAY (Contrast &Reverse Background)

Display Contrast & Reverse Background
 The top line shows Display.
 The next line allows changing the contrast.
 The following line allows reversing the
background from light to dark or dark to light.
 Pressing F1 allows you to go back to the Serv
Tools menu.

Press ↲ to change contrast

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4.70. DISPLAY (Contrast)

Display Change Contrast

 The top line shows Display.
 Select item to change. (Contrast)
 The pop up box shows current contrast level..
 Use ▲ or ▼ to adjust.
 Press ↲ to change.

Press ▲ or ▼ to change contrast then ↲

4.71. DISPLAY (Reverse Background)

Display Reverse Background
 The top line shows Display.
 Select item to change. (Reverse Background)
 The pop up box asks if to want to reverse
background.
 Use ▲ or ▼ to select.
 Press ↲ to change.

Press ▲ or ▼ to position Yes or No then ↲

4.72. DISPLAY (Background Reversed)

Display Background Reversed

 The top line shows Display.
 The background is now reversed from light to
dark.
 Use F1 (Back) to return to Service Tools sub
menu.

Select Menu Key

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4.73. MENU (Lockout Reset)

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Lckout RST
display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Lckout RST press the
Enter Key.

Press ↲

4.74. LOCKOUT RESET (Reset)

Lockout Reset
 The top line shows Main Menu.
 The pop up window displays Lockout Reset
Yes or NO..
 If there are no current lockouts the response
will be No Current Lockouts.
 Using the ▼ or ▲ arrows select your
response then press ↲.
 The system is set for a limited number of
resets per day to avoid damage.
Select Menu Key

4.75. LOCKOUT ALARM

Pressing the Menu Key

 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Lckout RST
display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Lckout ALM press the
Enter Key.

Select Lckout ALM & Press ↲

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4.76. DISPLAY (Lokout ALM)

Lockout Alarm
 The top line shows Lckout ALM.
 The next display will show the 1st alarm which
caused a lockout. If there are no lockout
alarms this message will be displayed.
 Select next potion

Press Menu Key

4.77. MENU (Password)

Pressing the Menu Key
 Results in displaying the 10 available Menu
items. The highlight is on the Lckout RST
display.
 To select any item use the ▲ ▼ ◄ ► arrow
keys to position the highlight and press ↲.
 To understand the options select F1 for help.
 To display the current Lckout ALM press the
Enter Key.

Select Passwords & Press ↲

4.78. PASSWORDS (Enter Format)

Passwords Enter Format

 The top line shows Password.
 The bottom functions show the value of the
function keys..
 There are 4 levels of passwords as follows:
-View -Service
-Supervisor -Factory
 Enter a 4 character password and press ↲.

Input Password

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4.79. PASSWORDS (After Entering)

After Entering Password

 The top line shows Password.
 The *’s show characters entered.
 Only 1 through 8 numbers are available from
the keypad..

After Entering Password Press ↲

4.80. PASSWORDS (Results)

Password Results
 The top line shows Password.
 The next line displays the authorization level.
 Press the Menu key to continue..

Press Menu Key

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How to Connect to a
Computer with MCS-Connect

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Connecting via Ethernet Cable

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APP-079 Connecting MCS-Connect Via Ethernet

Equipment Needed:
1. PC
2. Straight Ethernet Cable for a Building Network or Crossover Ethernet Cable for PC to Magnum.

● For Microsoft Windows 7:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start ball.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on Network and Sharing Center icon.
4. Left click Change Adapter Settings on the left side of the screen.
5. Right click the connection that you want to change (Local Area Connection) and select Properties from the
dropdown menu.
6. Under This connection uses the following items, left click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
7. Left click on Properties tab.
8. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if using a Straight ETHERNET Cable for a Building Network.
Select Use the following IP address if using a Crossover ETHERNET Cable for PC to MCS-MAGNUM:
a. The first three numbers of the IP address should match exactly what’s on the Magnum and the last
number must be different.
b. The subnet mask and the Default Gateway should match the exact values on the magnum.

Example of Magnum IP Settings

1. IP Address 192.168.1.254
2. Default Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
3. Default Gateway 192.168.1.1

9. Close all Windows.

10. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start ball
on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
11. Left click on Setup tab.
12. Left click on Options tab.
13. Under Network tab, select the Available Network Interface, and select Local as the connection type.
14. Left click on Save button.
15. Left click on OK button.
16. Left click on Local Ethernet button to scan for microprocessor when connected.
17. If this does not find the microprocessor, click on disconnect and click IP(Internet). Enter the IP address of the
Magnum and click Remote/Connect.

● For Microsoft XP:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start button.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on Network Connections icon in Classic view. If you are in Category view, you can switch
over to Classic view by left-clicking on Switch to Classic View on the left side of the Control Panel window.
4. Right click the connection you want to configure (Local Area Connection) and select Properties from the
dropdown menu.
5. Left click on General tab.

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6. Use scroll bar and left click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

7. Left click on Properties tab.
8. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if using a Straight ETHERNET Cable for a Building Network.
Select Use the following IP address if using a Crossover ETHERNET Cable for PC to MCS-MAGNUM:
a. The first three numbers of the IP address should match exactly what’s on the Magnum and the last
number must be different.
b. The subnet mask and the Default Gateway should match the exact values on the magnum.

Example of Magnum IP Settings

1. IP Address 192.168.1.254
2. Default Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
3. Default Gateway 192.168.1.1

9. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start
button on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
10. Left click on Setup tab.
11. Left click on Options tab.
12. Under Network tab, select the Available Network Interface, and select Local as the connection type.
13. Left click on Save button.
14. Left click on OK button.
15. Left click on Local-Ethernet button to scan for microprocessor when connected.
16. If this does not find the microprocessor, click on disconnect and click IP(Internet). Enter the IP address of the
Magnum and click Remote/Connect.

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Connecting via Null Modem Serial Cable

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APP-075 How to Connect to MCS-Connect through a Null Modem Serial Cable

Equipment Needed:
1. Computer
2. Null Modem Serial Cable
3. USB to Serial Converter (If Applicable)
4. Latest MCS-Connect program

Connecting Null Modem Serial Cable directly to Computer:

● For Microsoft XP:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start button.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on System icon in Classic view. If you are in Category view, you can switch over to Classic
view by left-clicking on Switch to Classic View on the left side of the Control Panel window.
4. Left click on Hardware tab.
5. Left click on Device Manager button.
6. Left click on (+) next to Ports (COM & LPT) to drop down Port information.
7. What is Communications Port (COM #)? This will be set in MCS-Connect program.
8. Close all Windows after determining the Communications Port (COM #).
9. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start
button on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
10. Left click on Setup tab.
11. Left click on Options tab.
12. Under Communications tab, set LOCAL Comm. COM Port Selection to the Communications Port (COM #)
found on computer.
13. Left click on Save button.
14. Left click on OK button.
15. Left click on Local-Serial button to scan for microprocessor when connected.

● For Microsoft Windows 7:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start ball.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on Hardware and Sound icon.
4. Left click Device Manager under Devices and Printers.
5. Left click on (►) next to Ports (COM & LPT) to drop down Port information.
6. What is Communication Port (COM #)? This will be set in MCS-Connect program.
7. Close all Windows after determining the Communication Port (COM #).
8. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start
button on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
9. Left click on Setup tab.
10. Left click on Options tab.
11. Under Communications tab, set LOCAL Comm. COM Port Selection to the Communication Port (COM #)
found on computer.
12. Left click on Save button.
13. Left click on OK button.
14. Left click on Local-Serial button to scan for microprocessor when connected.

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Connecting Null Modem Serial Cable through a USB to

Serial Converter to Computer:

The MCS-USB-RS232 sold through Micro Control Systems is the USB to Serial Converter that is proven to
work. Other brands of USB converters may or may not work. When connecting a USB converter, you must
make sure that the correct driver is installed on your computer. The driver can be found on a CD that is
included with the USB to Serial Converter or can be found online.

● For Microsoft XP:

To install driver through CD included with MCS-USB-RS232:
1. Plug in MCS-USB-RS232 to USB port on your computer.
2. Insert CD into your computer.
3. Download software.
4. Follow prompts.

To install driver found online:

1. Plug in MCS-USB-RS232 to USB port on your computer.
2. Get connected to internet and go to www.mcscontrols.com.
3. On Micro Control Systems website, left click on the Products tab.
4. Go to Controls tab, left click on Peripherals tab.
5. Scroll down to MCS-USB-RS232, left click on Click here to Download and Install the Drivers.
6. Follow prompts.

To get connected to MCS-Connect:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start button.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on System icon in Classic view. If you are in Category view, you can switch over to Classic
view by left-clicking on Switch to Classic View on the left side of the Control Panel window.
4. Left click on Hardware tab.
5. Left click on Device Manager button.
6. Left click on (+) next to Ports (COM & LPT) to drop down Port information.
7. What is USB Serial Port (COM #)? This will be set in MCS-Connect program.
8. Close all Windows after determining the USB Serial Port (COM #).
9. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start
button on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
10. Left click on Setup tab.
11. Left click on Options tab.
12. Under Communications tab, set LOCAL Comm. COM Port Selection to the USB Serial Port (COM #) found
on computer.
13. Left click on Save button.
14. Left click on OK button.
15. Left click on Local-Serial button to scan for microprocessor when connected.

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● For Microsoft Windows 7:

To install driver through CD included with MCS-USB-RS232:
1. Plug in MCS-USB-RS232 to USB port on your computer.
2. Insert CD into your computer.
3. Download software.
4. Follow prompts.

To install driver found online:

1. Plug in MCS-USB-RS232 to USB port on your computer.
2. Get connected to internet and go to www.mcscontrols.com.
3. On Micro Control Systems website, left click on the Products tab.
4. Go to Controls tab, left click on Peripherals tab.
5. Scroll down to MCS-USB-RS232, left click on Click here to Download and Install the Drivers.
6. Follow prompts.

To get connected to MCS-Connect:

1. At your desktop, left click on Start ball.
2. Left click on Control Panel button.
3. Double left click on Hardware and Sound icon.
4. Left click Device Manager under Devices and Printers.
5. Left click on (►) next to Ports (COM & LPT) to drop down Port information.
6. What is USB Serial Port (COM #)? This will be set in MCS-Connect program.
7. Close all Windows after determining the USB Serial Port (COM #).
8. Double left click on MCS-Connect icon on desktop. If MCS-Connect icon isn’t on desktop, left click Start
button on desktop. Left click MCS-Connect on Start Menu.
9. Left click on Setup tab.
10. Left click on Options tab.
11. Under Communications tab, set LOCAL Comm. COM Port Selection to the USB Serial Port (COM #) found
on computer.
12. Left click on Save button.
13. Left click on OK button.
14. Left click on Local-Serial button to scan for microprocessor when connected.

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Connecting Chiller to the Internet

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APP-057 Setting Up an Internet Connection for the MCS-MAGNUM

Introduction
You can readily access multiple MCS -Magnums over the Internet using MCS-
Connect. This will require:

1. Internet Static IP
2. Router
3. Internet Connection (Internet modem)
4. Ethernet Cables

Setting Up
1. Program the router wit h the Internet Static IP . You will get this number
from your Information Technology engineer. This is the number you will
use over the Internet, with MCS-Connect to access the MCS-Magnum/s.

2. Program the router for DHCP, (Dy namic Host Confi guration Protocol)
starting at 192.168.1.50. Th is will allow you to se t the router IP at
192.168.1.49 and leave 192.168.1.0 through 192.168.1.48 for MCS-
Magnum static IP addresses. If any devic es join this server, they will be
assigned IP addresses starting with 192.168.1.50 and up.

3. Program the router for Port Forw arding. The router is considered the
gateway from the Internet to the MC S-Magnum controller. As long as the
Default Gateway in the MCS-Magnum ma tches the router IP, we can now
access the MCS-Magnum IP through the Port address.

Example: 5001=192.168.1.1
5002
= 192.168.1.2
5003
= 192.168.1.3

4. Program the MCS-Magnum IP address and Port address.

Example: MCS-Magnum#1=Port 5001(192.168.1.1)

MCS-Magnum#2=Port 5002(192.168.1.2)
MCS-Magnum#3=Port 5003(192.168.1.3)

5. Open up the MCS-Connect program and go to the Remote Connections.

Click on IP(Internet) and input a Site Name, IP Address, and Port Range
and click on Save Site. Next, click on Remote/Connect and select the tab
of the unit you want to see.

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Transmitting Config File with MCS-Connect

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1. If you are connected utilizing a Null Modem Serial

Cable
1. Connect to the MCS-MAGNUM by attaching a null modem serial cable (DB9 Male to DB9 Female) to the
port on the front of the MCS-MAGNUM-KEYPAD.
2. On your computer start MCS-Connect.
3. Select Local Serial as method of connection. This will bring up the MCS-MAGNUM scanning screen.
4. Select the MCS-MAGNUM you would like to connect to and click the respective tab. Wait for the tables to
load.
5. Click the button and enter the correct authorization code (must be service level or higher). This

will enable the button.

6. Click the button and navigate to the configuration file you wish to transmit in the file-
chooser that pops up. (Be sure the file type is .cfg)
7. Open the configuration file and wait until it has finished transmitting.
8. You may need to rescan to find the MCS-MAGNUM after the file has been loaded.

2. If you are connected utilizing a Crossover

Ethernet Cable
1. Connect to the MCS-MAGNUM through the Ethernet port on the MCS-MAGNUM or through an Ethernet
switch already connected to the MCS-MAGNUM. Note your computer must be on the same network as the
MCS-MAGNUM. (See app note 79).
2. On your computer start MCS-Connect
3. Select Local Ethernet as method of connection. This will bring up the MCS-MAGNUM scanning screen.
4. Select the MCS-MAGNUM you would like to connect to and click the respective tab. Wait for the tables to
load.
5. Click the button and enter the correct authorization code (must be service level or higher). This

will enable the button.

6. Click the button and navigate to the configuration file you wish to transmit in the file-
chooser that pops up. (Be sure the file type is .cfg)
7. Open the configuration file and wait until it has finished transmitting.
8. You may need to rescan to find the MCS-MAGNUM after the file has been loaded.

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Basic Start-up Procedure

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MCS START UP
1. Equipment Installation Inspection
 Inspect incoming voltage matches nameplate voltage, and chiller disconnect per
national and local codes.
 Ensure chiller has power supplied for 24 hours and the disconnect switch is ON.
 Inspect installation of equipment mounting, piping, and wiring for completion.
 Inspect chiller location is free from overhangs and at least 3 feet from any wall
or fence.
 Inspect chiller fluid level is full and free of air.
 Check glycol freeze point and log into chart.
 Tighten all Schrader valve cores and liquid line solenoid bodies.
 Open receiver ball valves to release the refrigerant into the system and tighten
packing nut (If applicable).
 Leak check the refrigerant circuit with an electronic leak detector.
 Tighten all electrical connections in the control panel, microprocessor and other
controls.
***The Chiller can be started via Keypad or Laptop. If using Laptop, call Drake***

2. Chiller Operation (Via Keypad)

1. Refer to the Magnum chiller manuals for Sequence of Operation and Magnum
Keypad display.

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2. Go to the Main Menu ---go to Passwords---tab and enter 2112 for Supervisor
level access
3. Go to the Inputs menu ---use ‘F3’ to page down to ‘Run/Stop’ (usually M-15)---
set to ‘MANOFF’
4. Use the down arrow to page down to ‘Emg/Stop’ (usually M-16)---set to
‘MANOFF’

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5. Go to the Main Menu ---go to Lckout RST---hit return to perform a ‘lockout

reset’

6. Inspect pump overload settings and this should match the SFA rating on the pump
labels (IF Applicable). Confirm am
7. Go to the Main Menu ---go to Outputs --- Test all components (aside from the
compressor(s)). Follow steps a) to d) below.
a) Turn the pump(s) to ‘MANON’. Confirm the phase and proper rotation,
Zip-Tie use is recommended. The motor fan should be turning clock-wise
when looking from the back.
b) To test individual components, arrow down to the components to
highlight. Change the status from OFF to ‘MANON’ in order to manually
turn the component on (Liq Sol, Cond Fans etc.).
c) Ensure that the components (e.g. Liquid Line Solenoid Valve) are
powered and operating correctly.
d) Reset components back to ‘AUTO’ and repeat steps a) to c) for all
components (except the compressor(s))
8. Once complete, ensure the liquid line solenoid 1 (LLS 1), compressor 1 (COMP
1), condenser fan motor 1 (COND 1), pumps and all other outputs for CIRCUIT
#1 are set to ‘AUTO’.
9. For 2 or more circuits ensure that COMP 2 (3, 4, 5 etc.) is set to ‘MANOFF’
10. Go to the Inputs menu ---use ‘F3’ to page down to ‘Run/Stop’ (usually M-15)---
set to ‘MANON’
11. Any questions at this point call Drake Tech Support 215-638-5515
12. Compressor #1 should start in 60 seconds.
13. Check compressor rotation (for 3-Phase), condenser fan operation, chiller
pressures and temperatures and allow unit to run.
14. Fill in the Log Sheet
15. For dual compressor chillers (if applicable).
a) Once complete testing of circuit #1 disable the Run/Stop by using the
same procedure as before to set the Run/Stop input to ‘MANOFF’

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b) Wait for circuit #1 to pump-down and turn off

c) From the Outputs set COMP 1 to ‘MANOFF’
d) Ensure the liquid line solenoid 2 (LLS 2), compressor 2 (COMP 2),
condenser fan motor 2 (COND 2), pumps and all other outputs for
CIRCUIT #2 are set to ‘AUTO’
e) Enable the Run/Stop by using the same procedure as before to set the
Run/Stop input to ‘MANON’
f) Compressor #2 should start in 60 seconds
g) Repeat for more compressors
16. Complete Log Sheet.
17. Confirm to ‘Run/Stop’ is set to ‘MANON’ and ‘Emg/Stop’ is set to ‘MANOFF’
18. Confirm everything else is in ‘AUTO’ when done with the unit.

Log Sheet (Motors, Elements, etc.)

ID Information Amp Readings Voltage Readings

Motor/Element Name L1 L2 L3 *NP L1-L2 L1-L3 L2-L3 *NP

Compressor 1
Compressor 2
Condenser Fan 1
Condenser Fan 2
Condenser Fan 3
Condenser Fan 4
Recirc. Pump
System Pump
Receiver Heater 1
Receiver Heater 2
Liquid Solenoid 1
Liquid Solenoid 2
*NP=Name Plate

Glycol Freeze Point :

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Troubleshooting

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MAGNUM VERSION 8 MANUAL REVISION 3.1

Troubleshooting Quick Reference

(A more detailed troubleshooting guide is available on our website: www.MCScontrols.com)
PROBLEM POTENTIAL SOLUTION
No Sensor + 5 vdc or sensor +5 vdc Indicates a possible shorted input sensor
output is less than 4.90 vdc.  Remove all sensor terminal blocks.
 Wait about 30 to 60 seconds. If + 5 vdc returns, replace one sensor wire at
a time until the + 5 vdc is lost again. This will be the shorted sensor.
A Sensor Input reads -99.9 This indicates an open Sensor Input signal or 5 VDC problem.
 Check sensor wiring for missing wire or poor connection.
 Check for faulty sensor.
 Check + 5 vdc on Sensor Input to ground. If less than 5 VDC is on the
sensor 5 VDC terminal block, the problem is with probably a shorted
sensor. (A poly fuse protects the board)
 Remove all Sensor Input terminals.
 Wait about 1 minute or until 5 VDC restored at Sensor Input.
 Connect terminals 1 at time until short reappears and fix bad sensor.
A Sensor Input reads +999.9 This indicates a shorted Sensor Input signal.
 Check sensor wiring for +5VDC shorted to signal etc.
 Check for faulty sensor.
A pressure sensor is reading more This indicates the transducer Sensor Input needs to be calibrated through the
than 1 psi off offset capability in the software. (Transducers by design need to be calibrated
(The temperature and humidity based on construction and altitude.)
sensors do not require calibration.)  You must use the MCS-Connect with a valid Authorization code to change
sensor offsets
 See MCS-Connect Interactive section for instructions. (Change SI Status,
Manual Value and / or offset.)
Invalid reading on one Sensor Input. This indicates an input problem with 1 sensor.
 Verify jumper settings correct for that SI.
Lost I/O Indicates communications problem.
 Verify RS485 LED blinking.
 Verify termination jumper J6 only on at Magnum and last I/O.
 Verify Magnum and I/O address’s set correctly.
 Verify wiring from Magnum to each I/O correct.
 Check fuses/120 VAC on I/O units
MCS-Connect cannot make This indicates you are not at a proper authorization level.
changes Follow steps below for proper authorization
 From either the SITE INFO or STATUS screen in MCS-Connect, click the
‘View Only’ button at the top of the screen, or click on the ‘Passwords’
menu option on the lower right of your Keypad/LCD display.
 Follow prompts and enter a valid 4-digit authorization number.
 The authorization level is displayed at the top of the display and is reflected
by the color of the Authorization button.
Red = View Only
Light Blue = User level
Purple = Service level
Dark Blue = Supervisor level
Green = Factory level
Invalid authorization This indicates an invalid authorization number.
Follow steps below for proper authorization
 Press Service Diagnostics key until the authorization option appears
 Press the Enter key
 From the “Display Status” press keys corresponding to your authorization
number.
 Press Enter


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PROBLEM POTENTIAL SOLUTION

SI from AMPS board 10 A low. This indicates a problem with this SI only.
 Jumper setting on this SI in wrong position.
 Incorrect sensor type used.
INVALID CONFIG VER Indicates layout of CFG wrong.
 CFG layout for different version than software
INVALID CONFIG TYPE Indicates CFG incompatible with software.
INVALID CONFIG CHECKSUM Indicates Checksum invalid
 Reload a valid CFG
Sensor input believed invalid (Under  Verify Berg jumpers using Quick Reference Sheets
Sensor Diagnostic Sub Menu)  Check board version number
 Check wiring of sensor
Communications to MCS-485-  Verify red LED on the gate way is blinking. This indicates that MCS-
GATEWAY from MCS-Connect not Connect is talking to the gateway.
working.  Verify that the two wire shielded cable is properly wired from the RS-485
connector to the gateway.
 Verify red LED (Located just to the left of the RS-485 connector on the
Magnum board is blinking. This indicates that the Magnum is responding
to the gateway.
 If both of these LED are blinking, check the address of the Magnum and
any other Magnums that are on the network. Each must have a unique
address. This address can be changed from the Magnum. Proper
authorization is required. Enter the UNIT INFORMATION screen by
pressing the SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC key and scrolling to this item. Press
the enter key and scroll to the NETWORK ADDRESS screen. Change
address if needed.
 Verify + 12 vdc to MCS-485-GATEWAY
INVALID CONFIG Indicates Checksum invalid
 Either set to factory defaults on reset settings.


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MAGNUM VERSION 8 MANUAL REVISION 3.1

9. Hardware Quick References

9.1. Magnum Keypad Display
 No authorization is required to view information.
 Pressing the ‘MENU’ key will display the information below.
 Using the , , , and  buttons will change the selection to the item you want.
 Press the  (Enter) key to select the highlighted item.
 The bottom line of the display defines the functions of F1 –F3.
 To enter the authorization code, refer to the small numbers on the bottom left corner of the keys (1 - 8).
 The RS-232 port is located at the bottom of the keypad.
 To use MCS-Connect you must use a null modem cable.

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Detailed Troubleshooting

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Measure voltage at ac Yes If board has a

No Yes
Ac input Voltage input connector block and voltage selector
fuse blown? ok? verify that it is within 10 switch, is it set Start
percent of rated voltage correctly?

Yes No

No
Turn power off, set
Replace fuse. If
Correct ac supply switch to correct
fuse blows again Software was
to board voltage, turn power on
replace board corrupted

Yes

Yes Is green Yes Is red RESET No Yes

Is board a Is LCD Try to reload Problem
16VDC light light on all the
Magnum? backlight on? software solved?
on? time?

No
No
No Yes No

Replace board
Press RESET
Replace board Replace board
button on board

Board was locked up Yes Turn power off, wait No

Problem Problem
due to momentary 10 seconds, turn Replace board
solved? solved?
power dip or spike power back on

Yes

Board was locked up

Replace board due to momentary
power dip or spike

No

No Turn power off, wait

Press RESET Problem Problem
10 seconds, turn
button on board solved? solved?
power back on

Yes Yes Magnum Micro Controller Systems

Board was locked up

due to momentary
Board was locked up
due to momentary
Troubleshooting General Dead
power dip or spike power dip or spike Board Symptoms

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If system uses expansion boards,

verify MCS-I/O communication by Check that all sensor input
seeing if red TX light blinks on all Analog / Digital jumpers
boards and also check for proper are set correctly and all Start
address jumper settings on all sensors are set to AUTO
expansion boards

Go to any sensor input

Are ALL sensors Yes Yes
on the board and 4.75 to 5.25
on the board not Replace board
measure dc voltage volts dc?
responding?
from +5 pin to ground

No
No
Remove all sensor blocks
Reconnect the next sensor
from board, wait 10 seconds,
and measure dc voltage
Go to defect sensor input then measure dc voltage
from +5 pin of any sensor
and remove connector from +5 pin of any sensor
input on board to ground
block input on board to ground

Yes
If ANALOG sensor, connect
MCS-SENSOR-TEST block (100K ohm Reconnect Sensor 1 and
1/4 watt resistor from +5 pin to SI pin on Yes measure dc voltage from 4.75 to 5.25
4.75 to 5.25
connector base) and compare sensor volts dc? +5 pin of any sensor volts dc?
reading to Appendix J input on board to ground

No
No
If DIGITAL sensor,
connect jumper wire from
Turn power off to board The sensor or wiring to
+5 pin to SI pin on
and measure for short sensor you just
connector base and see if
from +5 pin of any sensor reconnected is shorted
sensor reading changes
input on board to ground to ground
from ON to OFF or OFF to
ON

Board is defect and may

Yes
have been damaged by
Board is defect and may Shorted?
No overvoltage applied to a
Reads have been damaged by
sensor input
correctly? overvoltage applied to
No
the sensor input

Yes Magnum Micro Controller Systems

Replace board
Defect sensor or Troubleshooting Sensor
wiring to sensor
Input Problems

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If system uses expansion boards,

verify MCS-I/O communication by
Are ALL relays Yes Turn power off, No
seeing if red TX light blinks on all All relays
on the board not wait 10 seconds, Replace board
boards and also check for proper work now?
responding? turn power back on
address jumper settings on all
expansion boards
Yes
No

Board was locked up

Go to defect relay due to momentary
Check that all relays
output, remove power dip or spike
are set to AUTO
connector block and set
(See Appendix H)
relay to MANOFF

Start
At the connector base
is there less than 1 No Is the relay No
ohm of resistance output fuse Replace board
beween COM and blown?
NC?

Yes

Yes

Replace fuse and set relay to

AUTO If fuse blows again after
Set relay to putting system back into normal
MANON operation, problem is due to
defect outbound control device
or a short in the wiring.

Board is ok. Set relay to AUTO and

check wiring from relay output At the connector base
connector block to outbound controlled Yes is there less than 1 No
device. Also, if board is a MCS-I/O or ohm of resistance Replace board
RO8 refer to Appendix K for possible between COM and
snubber network leakage issues and NO?
Magnum Micro Controller Systems
how to overcome them.

Troubleshooting Relay
Output Problems

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Verify that address Verify that MCS I/O Verify that MCS I/O
jumpers on all termination jumper is wiring between boards
Start expansion boards are on first and last board is correct, especially Magnum was locked
set correctly only polarity up due to momentary
power dip or spike

Yes

Turn power
Does TX light on off to
No Yes Is TX I/O light No Does TX I/O light
at least ONE Magnum for Chip that was in
on the Magnum on the Magnum
expansion board 10 seconds, U12 is defective
blinking? blink now?
blink? turn power
back on

Yes
On Magnum board, Yes No
turn power off, swap
chips U12 and U13, Locate expansion On Magnum board,
turn power back on board where TX Does TX I/O light
turn power off, swap
LED is not blinking on the Magnum
chips U12 and U13,
blink now?
turn power back on

No
No Check wiring to ac
Does TX light on at Does board
least ONE Yes Chip that was in have power? input block
expansion board U12 is defect Replace Magnum
blink? board
Yes

No

No Replace expansion
Ac input
fuse blown? board
Replace Magnum
board Yes

Replace fuse. If fuse

blows again, replace
expansion board Magnum Micro Controller Systems

Troubleshooting Lost I/O

Communication Problems

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Appendix G
Entering Authorization Codes to Log In and Out of a Magnum

09:56 Main Menu

-Status -Setpoints
-Outputs -Serv Tools
First, at the Main Menu use the arrow keys to navigate to Passwords: -Inputs -Lckout RST
-Alarms -Lckout ALM
-Graphs -Passwords
Help,

09:56 Password

Enter Pin
Next, press the Enter key. You will see the following: ----
Then Press ' ' Key

. 1 , . 2 , . 3 .

09:56 Password

Now enter the proper four-digit authorization code. Each - is changed to a Enter Pin
* as numbers are entered. After you have keyed in the numbers, press the ****

Enter key. Then Press ' ' Key

. 1 , . 2 , . 3 .

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Appendix G (continued)
Entering Authorization Codes to Log In and Out of a Magnum

09:56 Password

The Magnum will tell you if it accepted your code and the level of authorization. Level – Factory
For example, if you entered a valid factory authorization code you will see the
following: Press ' MENU ' Key

. 1 , . 2 , . 3 .

09:56 Password

Level – VIEW ONLY

Invalid
If you entered an invalid authorization code you will see the following: Pin
Press ' MENU ' Key
. 1 , . 2 , . 3 .

Once you are logged in you can log out immediately by simply entering any Press Any Key
invalid authorization code. If you are logged in and no keys are pressed for to Avoid
more than 15 minutes the Magnum will automatically log you out, warning you Auth Log Out
60
shortly before with how many seconds remaining as shown here:

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Appendix H
Manually Turning On and Off a Magnum, MCS-I/O or RO8 Relay Output

09:56 Main Menu

Note: If a relay is in a Lockout state you cannot manually turn it on or off. -Status -Setpoints
-Outputs -Serv Tools
-Inputs -Lckout RST
First, after logging into the Magnum with your authorization code (see -Alarms -Lckout ALM
Appendix G), use the arrow keys to navigate to Outputs: -Graphs -Passwords
Help,

09:56 Outputs 
Relays Status
M-1 COMP1-1 Off.
Next, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the relay you want to turn M-2 LOAD1-1 Off
on or off: M-3 UNLOD1-1 Off
M-4 LLS1-1 Off
Anlog .PG, PG.

09:56 Outputs 
Relays Status
M-1 COMP1-1
COMP1-1 Off.
Now press the Enter key. You should see something similar to the following: M-2 Manual
LOAD1-1 AUTO ,Off
M-3 Status
UNLOD1-1 Off
M-4 LLS1-1 Off
Anlog .PG, PG.

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Appendix H (continued)
Manually Turning On and Off a Magnum, MCS-I/O or RO8 Relay Output

09:56 Outputs 
Relays Status
Use the up and down arrow keys to cycle through the three modes for the relay M-1 COMP1-1 Off.
COMP1-1
M-2 Manual
LOAD1-1
output: AUTO, MANON or MANOFF MANON ,Off
M-3 UNLOD1-1 Off
Stop when you reach the one you want: Status
M-4 LLS1-1 Off
Anlog .PG, PG.

09:56 Outputs 
Relays Status
Finally, press the Enter key to make the change. In our example the relay M-1 COMP1-1 On .
output is now manually turned on as shown here: M-2 LOAD1-1 Off
Change Made
M-3 UNLOD1-1 Off
M-4 LLS1-1 Off
Remember to return the relay output to AUTO mode when you are done! Anlog .PG, PG.

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Appendix I
Determining and Changing the Network Address of a Magnum

09:56 Main Menu

-Status -Setpoints
-Outputs -Serv Tools
First, at the Main Menu use the arrow keys to navigate to Serv Tools: -Inputs -Lckout RST
-Alarms -Lckout ALM
-Graphs -Passwords
Help,

09:56 Serv Tools

-RS-485 Network 1.
-Ethernet Network
Next, press the Enter key. You will see the following: -System Info
-Time / Date
-Display
.PG, PG.

09:56 RS-485 Setup

Protocol MCS
Address 1 .
Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight Address: Baud Rate 19200

Back,

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Appendix I (continued)
Determining and Changing the Network Address of a Magnum

09:56 RS-485 Setup

Protocol MCS
Address Address 1 .
Now press the Enter key. You should see something similar to the following: Baud Rate 1, 19200

Back,

09:56 RS-485 Setup

Protocol MCS
Address Address 1 .
Baud Rate 2, 19200
Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Address number:

Back,

09:56 RS-485 Setup

Protocol MCS
Address 2 .
Finally, press the Enter key to make the change. In our example the RS-485 Baud Rate 19200
Change Made
network address has been changed from 1 to 2:
Back,

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Appendix J
Analog Sensor Input Reference Table

Sensor Type Reading

To troubleshoot analog sensor input problems and
determine where the problem is, simply remove the sensor CT100 57.0A
input connector block of the input you want to test and plug
in a MCS-SENSOR-TEST block. If you do not have a MCS- CT250 143.0A
SENSOR-TEST block you can connect a 100K ohm 1% ¼
watt resistor between the +5 and S1 pins of the suspect CT500 287.0A
sensor input on the board with the original sensor connector
block removed.
HUMD 54.0%
After you have done this, compare the reading displayed by
the Magnum with the table of the most common sensor T100 77.0F
types on the right. If the reading is close to what is found in
the table for that particular sensor type you can safely Ti150A 75.0P
assume that the board is functioning normally and that the
problem lies with the sensor itself of the wiring from the Ti200 100.0P
sensor to the board.
Ti500 250.0P

Ti667A 334.0P

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Appendix K
Resolving MCS-I/O and RO8 Snubber
Network Leakage Issues
Each relay output on a MCS-I/O and RO8 board is protected
by the use of on-board snubber networks. These networks
consist of a resistor and capacitor in series connected from
the common side of each relay to the normally open and
normally closed sides. Its purpose is to suppress or “snub” NO LINE
the electrical arc that is produced when relay contacts open
and close. Electrical arcs can shorten the useful life of a
relay and can also cause the electronics on the controller

LOAD
Energized when
board to malfunction. relay is turned off

In some cases the use of these snubber networks can cause COM

an outbound device, such as a relay, to stay on even when

the controlling relay on the MCS-I/O or RO8 board is turned
Energized when

LOAD
off. This can occur in situations where the outbound device relay is turned on
requires very little ac current to keep it on once it is
energized. Because snubber networks normally pass a
small amount of current when the circuit it is protecting is NC NEUTRAL
switched off, enough current may pass through these
MCS-I/O or RO8 side Outbound side
networks to keep the outbound relay on, even though the
controlling relay is turned off.

An easy solution to this problem is to rewire the relay output

as shown in the diagram to the right. As you can see, wiring
the circuit in this way causes the outbound device to have
the same voltage potential on both sides when it is not
energized.

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