Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Controls

Manual

Monitoring, Control and Alarm System

m2

R E F R I G E R AT I O N A N D A I R C O N D I T I O N I N G

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Introduction

Safety

Alarms
Security

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System Overview

Battery Backup
External Connections
Alarm Mute Key

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Key Operation

Technical data

Menu Key
Left Arrow Key
Print Key
Up Arrow Key
Down Arrow Key
Right Arrow Key
Enter Key
Multiple Key Functions
Operator/Equipment Safety

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Operation via the Key Pad

Point Overview
Point Detail
Inhibiting a Point
Point Offset
Single Point Log Printout
Graphics
Pulsed Input
Scan Mode
Alarm Mode
Muting and Clearing an Alarm
Main Menu
No Scan
Point Detail Scan
Alarm History
Point Alarm List
Event History
Print Menu
Alarm History
Software Version
Setting the System Time and Date
Daylight Saving
Setup Information

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Configuring the System via the Key Pad

Entering Characters in Edit Fields
Numeric Only Fields
Diacritic Entry
Setup Menu
Entering the Passcode
Setting Installation Name
Setting Temperature Units
Setting Date Format
Selecting a Point Number
Name
Setting the Point Type
Setting the Units of Measurement
Defrost Interlock Point
Setting the Alarm Settings
Setting the Alarm Action
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Setting the Log Action

Setting the Graph Action
Point Setup (Screen 2)
Input Source
Remote Addr
Input Type
Input Number
Y Axis
Y Base
4 - 20mA Inputs
Pulsed Input Setup
Mode
Pls/kWh
Export
Pulsed Input Installation Notes
Resolution
Defrost Synchronisation
Password Setup
Point Offset Passcode Protection
Setting the Log/Chart Frequency
Alarm Action Setup
Output Name
Action n
Delay
Duration
Clear On
Modem Dialout Options
Dialout
Call Type
Number
Pager Info
Defining the Probe Curves
Setting up a Curve Table
4-20mA Set-up
Modem Configuration
Baud Rate
Dial
Answer
Language Selection

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Logging EKC Controllers Onto m2 System

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m2 Comms with EKC 201/301 Controllers

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Operation via the Key Pad

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EKC 201/301 Controller Point Detail Screen

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Configuring the EKC201/301 Controller via the Key

Pad
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Controller Point Setup (Screen 2)
Alarm History
Controller Point Setup

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Operation via the Key Pad
EKC 331 Controller Point Detail Screen

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Configuring the EKC331 Controller via the Key Pad

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Controller Point Setup
Controller Point Setup (Screen 2)
Alarm History

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Type
Input Source
Remote Addr
Input Type
Input Number

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Maintenance

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Cleaning

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Full Character Set

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Service

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Alphanumeric Character Set

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Appendix A

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'AKM' Call Type

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Introduction
The m2 has been developed to provide a comprehensive,
yet simple-to-use means of monitoring, recording and
control refrigeration temperatures and other aspects of
refrigeration plant operation. It is intended for use in small
to medium food storage operations (for example a small
supermarket) where compliance with the Food Hygiene
Regulations is to be demonstrated. A variety of ancillary
control equipment may be in use in such installations, each
with its own specific requirements in terms of interfacing
and monitoring, and m2 can be configured to work in such
an environment.
Designed for operational simplicity, the system once
configured can display the status of each input point in turn
with the occurrence of any fault condition indicated
immediately by means of audible and visual alarms.
Further details on any aspect of the operation of the
installation are available via the key pad. In addition there
is the ability for authorised personnel to make adjustments
to the control and/or monitoring settings. Historical data is
stored within the system and may be viewed or printed on a
regular basis. The data is accessible both on and off-site
via the external modem connection and alarm calls can also
be generated if required.
The following sections provide a description of m2, and the
remainder of the manual provides further detail on the
configuration, operation, and maintenance of the system. It
is recommended that the appropriate part(s) are studied
before any attempt is made to use the system.

Safety
To prevent accidents arising from improper handling,
installation or operation, please read this manual carefully.

Validity
This manual was made in Febuary 2002 and applies to m2 Dual Comms with software version B2.2.
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System Overview

The m2 consists of a central monitoring unit which can monitor up to 16

local sensors or inputs which are usually located adjacent to the
equipment in question for example specific refrigerated areas (chiller
cabinets, freezers, cold rooms), plant rooms or gas detectors, up to 60
EKC 201/301/331 controllers and 32 standard RS485 connections (128
1/4 loads) via the third party bus. The precise layout and configuration
of these sensors and controllers is specific to each installation, and it is
not necessary for a typical operator to be familiar with the operation of
the sensors.

Alarms

The m2 provides audio and visual alarms whenever an input exceeds

its pre-set alarm levels. For night operation, the system can be pre-set
to dial-out using a digital dialler or via a modem whenever an alarm
occurs.

Security

Security is provided by having passcode access to the protected

settings. In the case of mains failure, an alarm is triggered after a delay.
The system can be pre-set to dial-out to an external telephone number if
required.
The m2 will always FAIL SAFE (except for modem dailout).

Battery Backup

The unit is provided with battery backup to continue historical logging

during a power failure. In this case, the display backlight will switch off
but the display will keep running. When an alarm occurs, the alarm
siren and the red flashing backlight will still operate. The backlight will
flash red, once every 5 seconds until the alarm is muted.

Note: When a mains failure lasts longer than 1 hour, the unit will cease
historical logging and stop alarm checking. However, all existing
historical readings remain in memory and are not lost.

The m2 can monitor up to a maximum of 99 points, including up to 60

EKC 201/301/331 controllers, and or an additional 32 standard RS485
connections (128 1/4 loads) via the third party protocol.

External Connections

If hard copy details of the monitor readings is required, a parallel printer

port is provided which can be connected to an Epson compatible
parallel printer.
An RS232 serial interface via a 9-way D type connector is provided
which allows either a directly connected IBM compatible Personal
Computer (PC) or a Minitel to be connected for operational and
configuration purposes or to allow connection to a modem.
If a PC is connected either directly or via the modem, the alarms and
monitor readings can be read and the set-up details can be changed
remotely, using Danfoss Central Station software (refer to manual
RS.8C.G for more information).
This manual will simply cover the configuration and use of the m2 in
monitoring and controlling a refrigeration installation.

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Technical data
m2

115 V +10/-15% a.c. 50-60 Hz

230 V + 10/-15% a.c. 50-60 Hz

Supply voltage
D i sp l a y

Graphic LCD, 240 x 64

Operation

Push buttons on front panel

Signal inputs

NTC or PT1000 temperature sensor1 ,

ON/OFF signal ,
4 - 20mA, EKC 201/301/331
controllers & third par ty inputs.

Measuring accuracy
with RTD sensor

Better than +/-1C in the range -80 to

+80C
8 Mb Max.
Capacity2

Data collection
Alarm relay

2 - Load: 24 v a.c. 1A

Printer connection

Parallel (Epson compatible)

1 hour3

Battery backup

R S 232
'LON' Bus
'Third Par ty' RS485

Data communication

English, German, French, Dutch,

Italian, Por tuguese
Spanish, Norwegian, Danish,
Icelandic, Finnish, Hungarian, Polish,
C ze ch , S w e d i sh

L a n g u a g e s4

Transpor t: -20 to +70C

Operation: 0 to +50 C
Humidity: 20-80%RH

Ambient temperature
Enclosure

IP 20

Weight

1.65 kg

1. Only NTC's or PT1000's can be used at a time.

2. The data collection capacity depends on the amount of memory installed in
the m2 unit.
3. If a power failure lasts longer than one hour, the monitoring unit will stop the
collection of data and the alarm monitoring. Already collected data will remain
intact.
4. At time of printing the following languages are yet to be completed: Slovenian,
Portuguese and Malaysian.

Key Operation

The functions of the keys on the front panel of the m2 are described in
the following sections.

Alarm Mute Key

Main Functions
Use this key to acknowledge or reset the alarm and mute the siren. The
red ALARM backlight will stop flashing and remain steady. Any HIGH
or LOW alarm indication will also stop scrolling and remain steady.
Secondary Function
Operates as a shift key to give extended functions with other keys.

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Menu Key

Main Functions
Use this key to select the main or previous menu from any other screen.
Secondary Functions
Cancels input data without storing in edit fields ('ESC' key).
Main Functions

Print Key

Use this key to select the Print Menu, except when in Alarm/Event
history where it will directly print out a list.
Secondary Functions
Changes the Case/Sign in edit fields.
Main Functions

Up Arrow Key

Use this key to scroll the highlight upwards on a menu screen. If the
highlight is positioned on the first line of a menu, pressing this key will
force the highlight to the bottom of the menu. In addition, when a
character entry field has been selected, this key is used to increment the
displayed value in the entry field.
Secondary Functions
Moves through the Point Detail screens, moves the cursor on the
Overview screen and zooms in on the Graph screen.
Main Functions

Down Arrow Key

Use this key to scroll the highlight downwards on a menu screen. If the
highlight is positioned on the last line of a menu, pressing this key will
force the highlight to the top of the menu. In addition, when a character
entry field has been selected, this key is used to decrement the
displayed value in the entry field.
Secondary Functions
Moves through the Point Detail screens, moves the cursor on the
Overview screen and zooms out on the Graph screen.
Main Functions

Left Arrow Key

Use this key to move the cursor to the left when a character entry field
has been selected. In addition when an option has more than one
screen associated with it (e.g. Point Detail), use this key to display the
previous screen.
Secondary Functions
Moves the cursor on the Overview screen and moves the Graph Cursor.
Main Functions

Right Arrow Key

Use this key to move the cursor to the right when a character entry field
has been selected. In addition when an option has more than one
screen associated with it (e.g. Point Detail), use this key to display the
next screen.
Secondary Functions
Moves the cursor on the Overview screen and moves the Graph cursor.

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Enter Key

Main Functions
Use this key to select an item from a menu or to enter a value and move
the cursor to the next entry field ('' key).
Secondary Functions
Inhibits points, adds the Graph cursor to the Graph screen and selects
points on the Overview screen.

Multiple Key Functions

Backspace in edit fields.

Adjusts Screen Contrast.

OR

Starts or Stops the Scanning Mode on the Point Detail or

Overview screen.

Diacritics (accented characters editing mode).

or
Sort and display alarms by point when in Point Detail
Screen.

This equipment is safe to operate as long as the instructions in this

manual are followed. High voltages are present inside the m2 and the
front access panel should not be opened while power is applied to the
system.
Ensure that mains power is disconnected before any maintenance is
carried out. It is assumed that operators of the system will have
adequate training on its use. Danfoss accept no liability for loss or
damage caused by misuse of the equipment.

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Operation via the Key Pad

To view the status of all the points at the same time, select the Point
Overview option from the Main Menu. The Point Overview screen is
displayed.This screen shows each activated point as one of the
following icons, depending on the point condition.

Point Overview

- active point in normal condition

- active point in an alarm condition

- an inhibited point
- a point in defrost

- a point in defrost pulldown

Note: If there are more than 20 points in the system extra lines of points
will be displayed underneath the first 20 points (up to a maximum of 99
points).
To select a point, the cursor box can be positioned around a point
symbol by using the or keys. As each point is selected the
point number and its current status/temperature is displayed in the
window on the right hand side of the screen.
When the Overview Scan mode is selected, the cursor will cycle round
all the activated points in turn, pausing for 3 seconds on each one so
that the current status may be read.
To display more details of a particular point, position the cursor box
. The Point Detail screen will be
around the point required and press
displayed.

Note: If a point has a local offset applied to it, this will be indicated by
the presence of the offset icon
at the left of the Point Readout
window.

Point Detail

To continuously view the status of a single point, either select the Point
Detail option from the Main Menu or select a point on the Point
. The Point Detail screen is displayed.
Overview and press
Use the key to select the next point or the key to select the
previous point. The point number is displayed in the upper left-hand
corner of the screen and the current status is displayed in large text in
the centre of the screen. The text and symbols displayed in the window
on the right hand side of the screen are as follows:
Indicates the upper alarm limit setting. When the

of

the symbol is scrolling, it indicates that the upper alarm

limit has been exceeded.
Indicates the alarm delay in minutes. When the hand of
the clock rotates, it indicates that the point is in the alarm
condition and the delay has not yet expired.
Indicates the lower alarm limit setting. When the

part

of the symbol is scrolling, it indicates that the lower alarm

limit has been exceeded.
Indicates the input point type.

this indicates whether the point has been setup for 'Local'
or 'Remote' alarms.
- Local - alarms are raised based on
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- Remote - alarms are raised based on

controller alarm settings.
This area also displays 'inhibit', 'defrost'
and 'pulldown' icons, if the point has
been setup for 'Local'.
- an inhibited point.
- a point in inhibit pulldown.
- a point in defrost.
- a point in defrost pulldown.

Note: If a point has a local offset applied to it, this will be indicated by
the presence of the offset icon
located under the units indicator.
When the Detail Scan mode is selected, the display will cycle through
all the activated points in turn pausing for 3 seconds on each one so
that the current status may be read.
Press either the key or the
key to return to the Main Menu or
the key to display the historical graph data.
To inhibit a point so that it cannot create an alarm, select the required
. The Confirm Inhibit Yes/No message is displayed.
point and press
. When a
Use the or key to toggle the answer and press
symbol is displayed alongside the point type. To
point is inhibited a
uninhibit a point repeat the operation.

Inhibiting a Point

If the alarm condition is exceeded on an inhibited point (i.e. Pull-down),

then the animated pull-down arrows will be displayed next to the inhibit
symbol
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The inhibit function can be password protected. This can be configured
by accessing the 'Passcode Setup' screen.
Point Offset

Any points on the m2 can have an offset applied to the displayed

readings to compensate for cable runs loss etc. These offsets are point
specific and may only be defined from the m2 keypad, although their
value is readable when accessing the unit remotely. Under normal
circumstances these offsets (if required) will be entered at installation
and should only be modified by Danfoss personnel. Any point which
has an offset active will display the offset icon
on both the Point
Detail and Point Overview screens.

Single Point Log Printout

In the Point Detail screen, pressing the

key displays the Print

Range option box. Use the , , and keys to enter the

required value and the key to move through each field. Press the

key and the Printing in Operation screen is displayed and the data

is sent to the printer.

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The format of the printout will be as shown:

To display an instant graph of the currently selected point, from the

Point Detail screen, press the key. The chart is then displayed.
The default time scale for the data displayed depends on the sample
rate set. For example, a sample rate of 15 minutes will give a default
time scale of 1 day.

Graphics

To view historic data, press the or keys to page the graphic

screens (with no overlap). Pressing the or ' ' keys scroll through
each of the points displaying the data graphs.
Press the to bring up the cursor, this can then be moved along left or
right displaying the reading and time for the cursor position in the top
right hand corner of the screen. In addition the screen will page left or
right when the cursor reaches the end of the display.
To zoom in or out press the ' ' or ' ' keys, this will display the
following time spans:
45 mins
1.5 hours
3 hours
6 hours

12 hours
1 day
3.5 days
1 week

4 weeks
12 weeks
11 months

To exit the zoom facility, remove the graph cursor by pressing '' again.
' key will then take you back to the Point Detail screen.
Pressing the '
When a graph is displayed on the screen, pressing the '

' key dumps

the graph to a directly connected printer (cursor must be removed first).

A pulsed input function is available for accepting pulses from a power
meter. The pulsed input is displayed as shown which includes two
values. The large value is the Rate and indicates either current kW
usage (Const) once per minute or the Peak kW usage within the
current sample period.
If the Rate current usage is displayed, this value will vary with the
actual energy consumed within the last minute. If the Peak usage is
displayed, this will only change if the usage in the last minute was
greater than any other minute in the sample period - hence it will show
the highest or Peak value. The Rate value is stored by the m2 and will
be displayed in the graph associated with this point.

Pulsed Input

The second smaller value will show the accumulated kWh used within
the current sample period. This value will increase over the sample
period then reset to zero at the end.
The Pulsed Icon to the left of the display will change from
each time a pulse is being received.

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Alarm Mode

In normal operation if no scan mode is selected, the m2 will revert to the

Point Overview screen.
When one or more alarms have been raised, the built-in siren will
sound, the backlight will flash red and the point(s) in alarm will pulse. If
a parallel printer is connected, the time, status and point details of the
alarm will be printed.
If the key is not pressed within the programmed time setting, the
dial-out relay can be programmed to automatically activate, sending a
signal to the dial-out equipment/security system if it is connected.

Muting and Clearing an Alarm

To stop the siren sounding and the red backlight flashing, press the
key. Check what the problem is by selecting the Point Detail screen for
the point in alarm and noting its present status and alarm settings. The
fault will need to be found and rectified before the alarm can be
successfully cleared.
If there appears to be no problem, it could be that the fault has cleared
itself (e.g. the temperature has since returned to an acceptable level).
In this case, the point will stop pulsing.
If there are no further faults on other points, the alarm status will be
cleared.

Main Menu

key (repeat if necessary). To

To display the Main Menu, press the
select an option from the Main Menu, use the or key to position
or . At the
the highlight over the required option and press
bottom of the menu there are two symbols which indicate more
options.
To display these options, press the key. When the highlight
reaches the bottom of the screen, the menu will be scrolled upwards to
reveal the extra options. Similarly, to re-display the first two options,
press the key. The first two options were described previously while
the remaining options are described in the following sections.

Note: Options which have a symbol

protected.

alongside them are password

To select a scan mode, select the Scan Mode from the Main Menu. The
Scan Menu is displayed.

Scan Mode

Use this menu to select a scan mode which will cycle the display
through all the active points. To select an option from the Scan Menu,
use the or key to position the highlight over the required option
and press . Once an option has been selected, the Main Menu will
be re-displayed. You can then select the Point Overview or Point Detail
option as appropriate.
The Point Overview or Point Detail screen can also be set to the
appropriate scan mode by displaying the relevant screen and pressing
the and keys together. Pressing them together again
deactivates the scan mode.
No Scan

Use this option to switch off the scan mode. Once this option is
selected, no scanning will be performed on either the Point Overview or
Point Detail screens. The default screen will become the Point
Overview screen.

Point Overview Scan

Use this option to select the scanning mode for the Point Overview
screen. When this mode is selected, the cursor on the Point Overview
screen will cycle round all the activated points in turn, pausing for 3
seconds on each one so that the current status may be read.

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Point Detail Scan

Use this option to select the scanning mode for the Point Detail screen.
When this mode is selected, the display on the Point Detail screen will
cycle through all the activated points in turn pausing for 3 seconds on
each one so that the current status may be read.

Alarm History

To display the alarm history, select the Alarm History option from the
Main Menu. The Alarm List screen is displayed with the most recent
alarm heading the list.
Up to 999 latest alarms can be viewed.
Each alarm is given a number from 1 to 999 (restarting at 1 after the
999th) and is time and date stamped. The description shows the
information relevant to each point. The two symbols at the bottom of
the screen indicate that the list continues. The list can be scrolled up
to display events with the
and down using the or keys. Press
alarms.
To display the alarm history for a point, select the point detail screen,

Point Alarm List

then press the

and
keys together. The Alarm List screen is
displayed listing all alarms for the selected point only.
To display the event history, select the Event History option from the
Main Menu. The Event List screen is displayed with the most recent
event heading the list.

Event History

The latest 100 events stored are viewed. The list can be scrolled up
and down using the or keys.
Print Menu

If a parallel printer is connected, a series of printouts can be initiated in

condensed mode. To perform a print operation, select the Print Menu
option from either the Main Menu or by pressing the key on all
screens except the Alarm/Event List screens. In either case, the Print
Menu screen is displayed.
Use this option to print the current status of all points.

Log of All Points

Note: Only those points which have their log action set to ON will be
printed.
Graph of Selected Points

Use this option to print an individual graph of each of the points in turn.
From the Print Menu, select the Graph of All Points option. The Select
Period screen will then appear. Use the ' ', ' ', ' ' and ' ' keys to
enter the required value and the '' key to move through each field. The
Printing in Operation screen is displayed and the data is sent to the
printer.

Note: Only those points which have their graph action set to ON will be
printed.
Use this option to print a list of all the alarms and events. The Alarm/
Event List is printed showing the Alarm List followed by the Event List.

Alarm History

From the Print Menu, select the Alarm List option. The Select Period
screen will then appear. Use the ' ', ' ', ' ' and ' ' keys to enter the
required value and the '' key to move through each field. The Printing
In Operation screen is then displayed and the data is sent to the printer.
Each alarm is given a number from 1 to 999 (restarting at 1 after the
999th) and is time and date stamped. The description shows the
information relevant to each point.
Similarly, each event is time and date stamped and the description
shows the information relevant to each event.

Note: This operation may take considerable time and paper.

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The various
follows:
ok
Alm
dEF
dEP
dFP
E
Err
Flt
Hi
Inh
Low
Off
OVR
OC
SC

codes printed in the status (St) column are defined as

The various
as follows:
Aft.Def
Fault
>
<

codes displayed in the printout Reason column are defined

No fault present
Equipment fault
Defrost
Defrost pulldown - (only shown on display)
Defrost pulldown - (only shown on printouts)
Equipment (status ok)
Equipment (status alarm)
Comms fault
High alarm
Inhibit
Low alarm
The input is off
Defrost overrun alarm
Signal over range
Signal under range

Alarm after defrost

probe fault
High value alarm greater than high alarm limit
Low value alarm less than low alarm limit.

Software Version

Use this option to display the units software and hardware details for
reference. To return to the Main Menu, either wait 1 minute or press any
key.

Setting the System Time and Date

To set the system time and date, select the Time / Date option from the
Main Menu. The Password request is displayed. Enter your User
passcode (the default passcode is WOODLEY or the Local passcode).
Use or keys to cycle through the character list to the required
value and the or key to move the cursor left or right respectively.
to move onto the next field.
Then press
The system time and date are read from the internal clock. If these are
incorrect amend them as appropriate.
The Start Day and End Day settings are used to indicate the start and
end of trading. This allows the system to perform different operations
depending on the time of day.
For example, the system could be set up so that during the day only an
audible alarm is activated, whereas the system would dial-out at night.
Select each of the days in turn and type in or amend the times as
required.

Use the or keys to cycle through the day of the

week and the special days.

Set the Start and End day values.

Set the date of any Special Days (dd/mm) (5 Special

Days maximum).

The Special Days are used to override the normal weekday start and
end times.

Note: The Special Days will occur every year if they are not changed.

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Daylight Saving

This facility is to set the automatic clock change for winter/summer time.
From the System Times Setup menu, use the
key to highlight the
Daylight Saving symbol, then press the key.
The Daylight Saving setup menu is then displayed. Use the
keys to scroll through the following options:
Mode -

Auto-EU

Manual

Daylight saving switched off.

American daylight saving time
settings.
European daylight saving time
settings.
Times and offset can be manually set.

Time -

The hour at which the change will take place.

Offset -

The amount in hours the clock will change.

Use this option to print out all setup information. From the Print Menu,
select the Setup Information option. The Printing in Operation screen is
displayed and the data is sent to the printer.

Setup Information

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Auto-US

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Configuring the System via the Key Pad

Entering Characters in Edit Fields

There are two types of character sets that are used in the m2 depending
on which edit field has been selected:
Full Character Set
This is used in most of the edit fields. When the edit field has been
selected, the characters within the set can be cycled through using the
or keys. If the key is pressed first, it will start at A and go
forward through the character set. If the key is pressed first, it will
start at z and go backwards through the character set.
When a character has been selected, press either
to move to the next edit field.
next space or

to move to the

Alphanumeric Character Set

If the key is pressed first, it will start at 0 and go forward through the
character set. If the key is pressed first, it will start at z and go
backwards through the character set.
By pressing the or keys, the field is incremented or
decremented. By pressing the or keys you can skip across the
unit fields to make entering larger numbers easier.

Numeric Only Fields

If your language uses Diacritics (accented characters), the m2 provides

the facility to enter these both from the local keypad and remotely via PC.
This facility is language sensitive such that only Diacritics which are
relevant to the language active on the unit are available. The method of
entry is to select a base character as normal and then add the required
accent, e.g. in French if an is required the procedure is to first select
e as described above, then enter Diacritic mode and select the acute
accent . To enter a Diacritic mode on a suitable character, hold down

Diacritic Entry

the like a shift key and press the key once. This will add the first
available accent to your character, any more which are available can
then be selected by pressing the and keys together. When the
required accent is displayed, simply moving on to the next character
stores this and cancels the Diacritic mode. If you move the cursor onto
an already accented character, the unit will automatically enter Diacritic
mode allowing you to change the accent. Diacritic mode may be
manually cancelled by pressing the

and

once more.

Setup Menu

To configure the system via the key pad, select the Setup Menu option
from the Main Menu.

Entering the Passcode

To change any of the configuration information via the keypad, you must
first enter the correct password. The default passcode is 291. However,
this may have been changed to a passcode which is site specific.
Enter in the password using the or keys to cycle through the
character list and the or key to move the cursor left or right
.
respectively. When the password is complete, press

The installation name is displayed on the Point Overview screen, the

Alarm History screen, the Event History screen and on the various
printouts.

Setting Installation Name

To set the installation name, select the Installation Name option from the
Setup Menu.

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Enter the installation name using the or keys to cycle through

the character list and the or key to move the cursor left or right
respectively. You can use the and keys together to delete the
character before the cursor. When the installation name is complete,
, then '
press
' to return to the Setup Menu. Next time you display
the Point Overview screen the installation name will appear at the top of
the screen.
The m2's temperature unit of measurement can be set to either
'
fahrenheit or centigrade. To select the temperature unit, press the '
key to move the active field box around the 'temperature units' field, then
use the or key to toggle between fahrenheit and centigrade.

Setting Temperature Units

The date format of the m2 unit can be set to either 'DD/MM' or 'MM/DD'.
' key to move the active
To select the date format required, press the '
field box around the 'temperature units' field, then use the or key
to toggle between 'DD/MM' and 'MM/DD'.

Setting Date Format

To set up the details of an individual point, select the Point Setup option
from the Setup Menu. The Point Setup screen is displayed with the
point number displayed in the top left hand field.

Setting the Point Details

To select a different point number, use the or key. As each

number is selected, the settings for the selected point are displayed.

Selecting a Point Number

To set the name of an individual point, ensure that the cursor is on the
. The cursor will move to the Name
correct point number and press
field. Enter the installation name using the or keys to cycle
through the character list and the or key to move the cursor left
or right respectively. A maximum of 18 characters can be entered into
this field.
You can use the and keys together to delete the character

Name

before the cursor and

to change case. When the installation name
. The edit box will move onto the next field.
is complete, press
To set the point type, repeatedly press
to cycle through the fields
until the Type field is highlighted. The input type code refers to the input
connected to that point. This can be altered by using the or
keys to scroll through the list of available types, which are defined as
follows.

Setting the Point Type

Off
RTD
PT1
PT2
PT3
EKS
Low
Eno
Enc
Dno
Dnc
420
Cf1
Cf2
Cf3
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No input connected
PT1000 temperature probe (-100 to +100C) PT1000 Version Only
Low temp. thermistor probe (-80 to 0C) Thermistor Version Only
Standard thermistor probe (-40 to +40C) Thermistor Version Only
High temp. thermistor probe (0 to +100C) Thermistor Version Only
EKS111 probe (-35 to +85) PT1000 Version Only
Not applicable
Equipment (normally-open)
Equipment (normally-closed)
Defrost interlock (normally-open)
Defrost interlock (normally-closed)
4-20mA input*
Programmable curve No.1 - input is cross-referenced
to a table held in memory.
Programmable curve No.2 - input is cross-referenced
to a table held in memory.
Programmable curve No.3 - input is cross-referenced
to a table held in memory.
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Cf4

Programmable curve No.4 - input is cross-referenced

to a table held in memory.
Ana Remote analogue input and m2+ units.
EKC EKC 201/301/331 Controllers
CTL Third Party Controllers
* The 4-20mA input is passive. It requires an external 12-24V isolated
power supply. Default settings are 0 to 100% (0=4mA and 100=20mA).
Zero and full scale can be modified via the second Point Setup screen.
Values can be between -99 and 999. Applications of 4-20mA can be for
pressure tranducers, temp, flow, humidity, level, etc.

Setting the Units of Measurement

To set the units of measurement, repeatedly press

to cycle through
the fields until the Units field is highlighted.
Enter the units required using the or keys to cycle through the
character list and the ' or key to move the cursor left or right
respectively.

Note: This is a text field only and does not effect the operation of the
system. It will not be available if DNO, DNC, ENO or ENC is selected.
You can use the and keys together to delete the character
before the cursor and to change case. When the units have been
. The edit box will move onto the next field.
set, press
Defrost Interlock Point

Select the point to be used for defrost as previously described. Use the
or keys to alter the point type code, if necessary, to Dno
(defrost interlock, normally-open relay) or Dnc (defrost interlock,
normally-closed relay).
Select the point to be interlocked to the defrost and repeatedly press

to cycle through the fields until the Def Int Pt field is highlighted. Use the
or keys to alter the point number to the defrost input.
For example, if probe 1 is a temperature probe and point 16 is a defrost
input contact, set 16 as the defrost interlock in probe 1s settings.
Select the point as previously described.Repeatedly press
to cycle
through the fields until the High field is highlighted. Set this field to set
the value at or above which an alarm will occur by using the or
keys to cycle through the character list and the or key to move
the cursor left or right respectively. When the high temperature alarm
. The edit box will move onto the next field.
point has been set, press
Repeat the operation for the Low field, to set the value at or below
to move the edit box onto the next
which an alarm will occur. Press
field.Repeat the operation for the Delay field. Set the length of time (in
minutes) that the fault must be present before an alarm is raised.

Setting the Alarm Settings

Select the point as previously described, then repeatedly press

to
cycle through the fields until the Action field is highlighted. The status
display shows the alarm action number. Use the or keys to set
the required alarm actions. These alarm actions can then be set to
carry out the desired functions.

Setting the Alarm Action

For example, point number 3 could be set to have alarm action 1 which
sets the siren and dials out to a modem. Whereas, point number 4
could be set to alarm action 2 which sets the siren, dials out to a pager
as well as the modem, etc.
The alarm actions are as follows:

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Turns the alarm off.

1 - 8

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Log printouts are available for selected points on a timed or demand

basis via the print menu. When a log is printed only points with the log
action field appropriately set will be output. The available settings are:

Setting the Log Action

Off

Set this point to OFF if you do not want this point to be

shown on any log printouts.

Timed

The point will be automatically logged after a specified

time delay.

Manual

The point will be logged on demand only.

On

Set this option to ON if you require this point to be

shown on the timed log printouts and also on log on
demand printouts.

Repeatedly press
to cycle through the fields until the Log field is
highlighted. Use the ' ' or ' ' keys to set the required log action and
to move the cursor onto the next field.
press

Graph printouts are available for selected points on a timed or demand

basis via the print menu. When a graph is printed only points with the
graph action field appropriately set will be output. The available settings
are:

Setting the Graph Action

Off

Set this option to OFF if you do not want this point

graph to be shown on any graph printouts.

Timed

The graph for this point will be automatically printed

after a the time specified in the Log/Graph Setup screen.

Manual

The graph for the point will be printed on demand

only.

On

Set this option to ON if you require a graph for this

point to be printed after the time specified in the Log/Graph
Setup screen and also on graph on demand printouts.

Repeatedly press
to cycle through the fields until the Graph field is
highlighted. Use the ' ' or ' ' keys to set the required graph action.
With the Graph field highlighted, press and hold down the key until
the second Point Setup screen is displayed or press the ' ' in the point
type field.

Point Setup (Screen 2)

The point number and name are the same as those described in first
Point Setup screen and cannot be edited here.

Input Source

Use this field to specify whether the input is connected directly to the m2
master unit (Local), via a m2+, m2-BBM or third party controller (T-Party)
or (Remote) via a EKC controller (Echelon). The input source can be set
by pressing the or keys to the required option. By default the
first 16 points are programmed to use the 16 local inputs. This
configuration is not fixed and may be changed. Press the key to
move onto the next field.

Remote Addr

If T-Party has been specified for the Input Source, then this field is used
to specify the remote address (refer to relavent controller manual or the
m2 Instructions RI.8B.M for the m2+ and m2-BBM units). If 'Echelon' has
been specified for the Input Source, then this field is not accessible as it
is set from the EKC controller.

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Use the or keys to cycle through the character list to the

required value and the or key to move the cursor left or right
respectively. Press the key to move onto the next field.

Use the

Input Type

and

RESISTOR
CURRENT
DIGITAL

PT1000

keys to cycle through the valid options as follows:

Resistor input.
4 - 20 mA input.
Normally open or normally closed
contacts (Contact).
PT1000

This field is to specify the input number of the (Remote) third party
controller, m2+ or m2-BBM unit.

Input Number

Use the or keys to cycle through the character list to the

required value and the or key to move the cursor left or right
respectively. Press the key to move onto the next field.
Y Axis

This field refers to the overall size of the graph temperature range.
Entering zero selects the auto-scale option. Alternatively, enter the
required range. The range goes from the lowest graph point (Y Base
value) to the highest graph point. Use the , , or ' keys to
enter the required value.

Y Base

This field refers to the lowest value the graph will show. This value
should be slightly lower than you expect the temperature to drop to. If
auto scale in the Y axis is selected this value is not used. Use the ,
, or ' keys to enter the required value.

4 - 20mA Inputs

These values are used exclusively in conjunction with a standard 420mA input which can represent pressure, humidity, level, flow rate, or
any other variable which can produce a 4-20mA output.
The value for the upper and lower limits can therefore represent %
(RH), PPM, bar or psi etc., depending on the medium being measured.
A numerical value for 4mA (lower limit) and 20mA (higher limit) is
entered, and the m2 automatically scales the input for a figure
proportional to the measurement. Use the , , and keys to
enter the required value.
Finally, press

to return to the Setup Menu.

To setup the pulsed input, from the Point Setup menu select PLS in
the Point Type field. All the remaining fields in Screen 1 of the Point
Setup are the same as normal.

Pulsed Input Setup

In Screen 2 of the Point Setup there are a couple of extra fields added.
These are as explained below:

20

Mode

This field is to set either the Constant or Peak value to be used as

explained previously.

Pls/kWh

This field is to set the amount of pulses that is to be recieved from the
power meter per kWh.

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Export

If the Pulsed Input is being setup via Danfoss Central Station software,
there is an extra field named Export that can be used.
This field is set if the points data is to be exported to AKM format for
analysis by Power Focus or similar software.

Pulsed Input Installation Notes

The m2 Pulsed Input requires a volt free contact or an open collector

and the pusle width must be a minimum of 80mS.
The Pulsed Input will operate with either PT1000 or Thermistor m2 input
boards.

Resolution

The resolution of the pulse data depends on the sample rate of the m2
the longer the sample rate, the greater the resolution, as well as the
resolution of the power meter being used.
For example:
If the power meter outputs five pulses for every Kilo Watt Hour (KWh)
and with a current usage of 6KW.
With an m2 sample rate of 3 minutes:

1 or 2 pulses received per 3 minute interval ((5 pulses x 6 KWh) / 60

minutes) x 3 minutes = 1.5
1 pulse x 0.2KW x 20 (for 1 hour) = 4KW
2 pulses x 0.2KW x 20 (for 1 hour) = 8KW
Resolution is 4. Values could either be 0, 4, 8, 12 etc.
With an m2 sample rate of 15 minutes:
7 or 8 pulses received per 15 minute interval ((5 pulses x 6 KWh) / 60
minutes) x 15 minutes = 7.5
7 pulse x 0.2KW x 4 (for 1 hour) = 5.6KW
8 pulses x 0.2KW x 4 (for 1 hour) = 6.4KW
Resolution is 0.8. Values could be 0, 0.8, 1.6, 2.4, 3.2, 4.0, 4.8, 5.6, 6.4
etc.
With the Peak option, the sample rate is 1 minute (though the storage
rate is whatever the m2 is set for) which gives a very poor graph
resolution, this makes the Peak value very inaccurate unless the power
meter outputs many pulses per KWh.
This option allows the coordinated defrost setup of a network of EKC
controllers. From the Setup Menu, select the Defrost Schedule option.

Defrost Synchronisation

Use the
to highlight the field to be modified. Use the and
keys to scroll through the character or options list and the and
keys to move the cursor left or right respectively.
Set the values as follows:
Number

Set this to the point number required for the defrost

schedule.

Name

Enter the name required for this defrost schedule (this is

the point name).

Mode

Select either Master or Follows depending on whether

the controller being setup is a Main or Secondary
controller. If Master has been set, then the next field
becomes active in which the controllers address needs to
be entered.
Coordinate This field only becomes active if Master is selected in the
previous field. Select either Yes or No depending on if
the Secondary controllers information is to be used for
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Defrosts per This field only becomes active if Master is selected in the
Day
previous field. Enter the amount of defrosts per day
required, then whether the times are to be set Manually
or Auotmatically.

Day Night
Control

Manual -

all defrost times entered manually.

Auto -

select the number of defrosts per day, enter

the first defrost time, then the remaining
times will be calculated for a 24 hour
period.

Select either Yes or No depending on whether the Day/

Night Control on the controller is to be activated of not.

This option allows you to change the three different levels of passcodes
Main, Local and User, also the Inhibit Protection can be activated.
The Main and Local Passcode provides access to all the setup screens.
The User Passcode only provides access to the Time/Date setup.

Password Setup

From the Setup Menu, select the Password Setup option.

to highlight the passcode to be modified. Type in the
Use the
passcode using the or keys to cycle through the character list
and the or key to move the cursor left or right respectively. N.B.
Local passcode is numeric only.
You can use the and keys together to delete the character
before the cursor and

to change case. When the passcode has

then
been set, press

to return to the Setup Menu.

To set the Inhibit Protection, use the

key to highlight the 'Inhibit
Protected' field, then using the or keys to select either 'Yes' or
'No'.
Point Offset Passcode Protection

Setting the Log/Chart Frequency

To set the Point Offset Passcode Disable, use the

key to highlight the
Pt Offset Disable field in the Passcode Setup menu, then using the
or keys select either Yes or No.
To set the print frequencies, select the Log/Chart Frequency option from
the Setup Menu.
to highlight the field to be modified. Type in the time
Use the
required using the and keys to cycle through the character list
and the or key to move the cursor left or right respectively.
Set the values as follows:
Log Print Interval

Set this value to determine the interval between

log prints (hours : minutes).

Start Print at

Enter the time in the day in which you require the

printing of the automatic log readings to start. (Only
points that have been set as Timed or ON will be
printed).

Graph Print IntervalSet this value to determine the interval

between graph prints.
Start Print at

Sampling Rate

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automatic graph to be printed. (Only points that
have been set as Timed or ON will be printed.)
Set this field to the frequency of sampling
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The sample frequency affects the amount of data that will be stored in
the units memory.
TDays = Total number of days stored in memory
Freq

= Graph sample frequency

Pt

= Highest point number used

Total = Total memory available

2Mb
4Mb
6Mb
8Mb

=
=
=
=

2097152
4194304
6291456
8388608

TDays = Freq x (Total - 464000)

1440 x (6+(2 x Pt))
Freq = 1440 x TDays x ((2 x Pt)+6)
Total - 464000
Example table for days using 40 points.
Freq
Days
1
47
2
94
5
235
10
471
15
706
Example table for frequency using 40 points.
Days
Freq (in minutes)
100
2
200
4
300
6
500
11
700
15
These calculations can alter if a large amount of alarms are stored.
Use this option to define the action to take place when an alarm occurs.
From the Setup Menu, select the Alarm Action Setup option.
Use the or keys to cycle through the devices and complete the
fields for each device as described below.

Alarm Action Setup

RELAY 1
RELAY 2
SIREN
LAMP
FLASH
MODEM 1

MODEM
MODEM
MODEM
MODEM
PRINT

Type in up to 8 characters as an appropriate name for the output device.

Use or keys to cycle through the character list and the or
key to move the cursor left or right respectively.
You can use the and keys together to delete the character

Output Name

before the cursor and

next field.

to change case. Press

to move onto the

Use this field to specify when the device is to be used. Set the trigger as
follows for each of the Alarm Actions:

Action n

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Always OFF (Never trigger)

Always ON (day and night) (Always trigger)

ON during the day (Trigger during the day only)

ON during the night (Trigger during the night

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For example, on the Alarm Action Setup screen illustrated, Alarm

Actions 1, 2 and 7 will always trigger Relay 1.
Note: The alarm action number is set for each point in turn so that predetermined actions occur when that point is in alarm.
Delay

Use this field to specify the delay time in seconds before the device is
activated by an alarm. For example, if the site is manned, a delay of say
10 minutes could be entered giving the staff time to respond to the
alarm before the dial-out operation occurs. Use or keys to cycle
through the character list and the or key to move the cursor left
or right respectively.

Duration

For Relays
Use this field to specify the time in seconds that the relay will be
activated.

Note:- Entering 999 will activate the relay until the clear on condition
occurs.
For Modems
Use this field to specify the time in seconds between an unsuccessful
call and the next attempt.
Use this field to specify the clear alarm operation as follows:

Clear On

NoACK

Clears the alarm condition when no new or no

acknowledged alarms are present.

Mute

Clear the alarm when the Mute key is

pressed.

Time

Clear the alarm when the time specified

under Duration has expired.

MuteR

When in alarm, if the 'Mute' key is pressed then the

relay will open. If after the 'Duration Time' the alarm
is still present, then the relay will close again. If the
'Mute' key is not pressed, then the relay will open
after the 'Duration Time' for 10 seconds. This will
continue until the input triggering the alarm has
been reset.

ClrR

Same as above except for pressing the 'Mute' key

will not open the relay.

Note: It is not recommended that 999 is specified with Time as the

system would have to be switched off to clear the alarm.
Finally, press

to return to the Setup Menu.

Use this option to set the modem dialout settings. From the Setup
Menu, select Modem Dialout Options.

Modem Dialout Options

When connected to a modem, the m2 is able to make telephone calls to

up to five pre-programmed numbers whenever an alarm is detected.
Alternatively, individual alarms detected for a particular point can be
routed to a particular telephone number. It can also call a radio pager
to alert a duty engineer. Three types of pager can be supported - Tone
only, Numeric and Alphanumeric. The message that is sent can also be
defined.

Note: Support for the TAP pager protocol is available in UK, France,
Switzerland and Scandinavia.

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Dialout

Use the or keys to cycle through the dialout numbers and

complete the fields for each device as described below:

Call Type

Use this field to specify the type of device which is connected to the
specified telephone number. The options are as follows:
NO DIAL

Inhibits the output.

GSM SMS

Indicates that a RS232/GSM modem device is connected.

Sends text messages to a GSM mobile phone and
receives messages. For information on this feature refer to
document Functional Description RC.8A.M.
DOWNLOAD Indicates that a computer is connected (directly or
remotely). Sends the alarm message using Woodley
Xmodem Alarm protocol. If the line is busy, the
telephone number will be dialled up to four times (8 bit,
No Parity, 1 Stop Bit).
AKM

Same as above, except that dialout attempts will continue;

after every 10 attempts will reset the alarm relay.
Note: Modem must be wired in conjunction with the alarm
relay (refer to appendix A).

BEEPER

Indicates that a beeper type pager is connected. The

system dials the appropriate telephone number and
then disconnects. As there is no security associated
with this option, the telephone number is always dialled
twice unless the busy tone is received.

MESSAGE7 Indicates that a 7 bit modem is connected with a printer

attached. (7 bit, Even Parity, 1 Stop Bit) (normally used
in France).
MESSAGE8 Indicates that an 8 bit modem is connected with a printer
attached. (8 bit, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit) (normally used in
UK).
PAGER7S

Indicates that a TAP 7 bit protocol pager is connected

which can display a message. The message sent is
defined on the Pager Info line (7 bit, Even Parity, 1 Stop
Bit).

PAGER7M

Identical to PAGER7S but sends message up to 4 times.

PAGER8S

Indicates that a TAP 8 bit protocol pager is

connected which can display a message. The message
sent is defined on the Pager Info line (8 bit, No Parity, 1
Stop Bit).

PAGER8M

Identical to PAGER8S but sends message multiple

times.

Enter the appropriate telephone numbers for each of the devices used.
If a comma , is inserted before the number, a delay of between 2 and 4
seconds will be inserted between the modem picking up the line and
dialling. If a w is inserted before the number, the modem will wait for
the secondary tone before dialling.

Number

For a message to be sent to a pager, two items of information must be

supplied in addition to the Tap Pager server telephone number.
1.
The pager I/D, this is normally marked on the pager.
2.

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Pager Info

Text codes can be added that add other information into the message.
These codes are as follows:
\S
\A
\C
\R
\L
\\
//
\N
An typical

Sends the Store Name.

Sends the Last Alarm Message
Sends a count of alarms and muted alarms
in the format 2/4.
Sends the Carriage Return (CR) character.
Sends the Line Feed (LF) character.
Sends the \ character.
Sends the / character.
Sends output name.
text string will take the form:

123456\RAlarm at \S = \A\R
This page info string would cause pager '123456' to receive a message
in the form
"Alarm at Danfoss Superstore = 24 Fresh Fish
6.4 Hi>6.0"
The pager info field is limited to a maximum of 30 characters
Finally, press

to return to the Setup Menu.

Probe curves can be used to define the relationship between input

Resistance or Current values and engineering units (e.g. Temperature,
Pressure etc.). For example, probe curves could be used for a gas
detection sensor.

Defining the Probe Curves

This option allows you to define such a relationship for 4 separate curve
types using information about Resistance/Current to Output Value
transfer characteristic of a given probe, supplied by probe
manufacturers. From the Set-up Menu, select the Define Probe Curves
option. The Curve Table Set-up screen is displayed. There are 4 curve
tables available - Cf1, Cf2, Cf3 and Cf4. Use the or keys to cycle
through the curves until the correct type is displayed.
The table can have up to 12 break points to define the Curve Table
relationship. Each of these break points will have a corresponding Input
and Output value which must be entered by the user. The Output value
will be the reading which should be displayed on the Point Detail /
Overview Screen for a given Resistance/Current value. The Input Value
will be an Internally Scaled version of that Resistance/Current Input
value.
Below are explanations of each fields displayed for defining the curve
tables:
Con 1 as

This field is for selecting either 'RESISTOR' or

'CURRENT' depending on the type of probe being
used.

To use =

This field displays the Internally Scaled version of

a Resistance/Current connected across the unit's
Input 1 and COM terminals. This value will be in
the range of 0 to 9999. This readout is used to
determine what to put in the Input field when
setting up the Curve Table.

Converted = This field displays the result of applying the

selected Curve table function to the 'To use ='
value being displayed. Thus when no Break Input
& Output values have been entered, this will give
an out of range reading (SC/OC). As a Curve
Table is built up, however, it will start to show the
Output value corresponding to whatever the
Resistance/Current connected across Input 1.

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Setting up a Curve Table

Curve

This field is used to select 1 of the 4 curve tables

(Cf1 - Cf4).

Break

This field is used to select the break point being

set up on the curve (1 - 12).

Input

This field is for the Internally Scaled input value to

be used at the break point selected. The 'To use ='
value can be copied into this field by pressing ' '
and ' ' together. This field has a range of between
0 and 9999.

Output

This field is for the Output value at the Break Point/

Input value selected. This has a range of between
-999.9 and 999.9.

The table should be completed so that the Input readings increase in

value. Any reading below the first value or above the last value will
return out of range Output Values (OC/SC).
In order to set up a Table you will require either a Resistance box (for
resistance probes) or a Current Source (for Current Probes) plus the
manufacturer's data defining the Input/Output relationship of the probe.
The method is described for a Resistance probe, but it is the same for
the Current case except that it is necessary to put the Input 1 link in the
4-20mA position before starting.
1.

Select (up to) 12 Output (Resistance) values from the

manufacturer's data sheet which correspond to Input (e.g.
Temperature) values in the range you wish to measure. For
maximum accuracy these points should be distributed evenly
across the required range.

2.

Connect the Resistance Box across the Input No. 1 and C

terminals of the unit and set it to the lowest of your selected
Output values. When you do this you should see a value appear
in the 'To use =' field. This is the Internally Scaled version of the
resistance you have connected. Set the Break field to 1 and then
go to the Input field.

3.

Next either manually enter the value displayed in the 'To use ='
field, or press the and keys together to copy it to the Input
field.

4.

Move to the Output field and enter the Output (e.g. Temperature)
value from your probe data corresponding to the Resistance
value you set.

5.

Move the Edit Box to the Break field again and increase its value
by 1, which will clear the Input and Output fields.

6.

Set your next chosen Resistance value from the probe data and,
when the 'To use =' value has stabilised, repeat from step 3
until all your points have been entered.

Once all points have been entered, you can vary the resistance
connected to Input 1 and observe the effect in the Converted field. For a
given resistance, this value should now be the same as that shown in
the manufacturer's probe data.
For 4-20 mA inputs the 'Input type' must be set to 'CURRENT', then the
Input/Output fields will change to 4mA/20mA. The curve table can now
be set up. For example, if a pressure sensor was being used which
produced 4mA at 0.1 bar and 20mA at 30 bar, then simply add 0.1 to the
4mA field and 30 to the 20 mA filed. Ensure the point set-up and jumper
link on the input terminal is set to 4-20mA.

4-20mA Set-up

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When you have finished or to abandon the operation, press

return to the Setup Menu.

to

Modem Configuration

When connected to a modem, use this option to configure the modem

settings. From the Setup Menu, select the Modem Configuration option.

Baud Rate

Use the or keys to cycle through the valid baud rates to the
to move onto the next field.
required value and press

Dial

Enter the dial code you require. Use the and keys to cycle
through the character list and the and keys to move the cursor left or
right respectively.

Answer

Enter the answer code you require. Use or keys to cycle

through the character list and the or key to move the cursor left
or right respectively.

Note: Refer to your modem handbook for details of the valid modem
commands and answer codes.
When you have finished or to abandon the operation, press
once
to return to the Setup Menu and again to return to the Main Menu.
The m2 supports several languages, as listed below:

Language Selection

English
French
German
Dutch
Italian

Swedish
Norwegian
Danish
Icelandic
Spanish

Hungarian
Polish
Czech
Finnish

Selecting Change Language from the Setup Menu will present you with
the appropriate list of languages for your unit. Selection of the required
language will refresh the screen to display the Main Menu in the new
language and will automatically adjust the range of Diacritics (accented
characters) available in Edit Fields.

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Logging EKC Controllers Onto m2

System

A EKC 201/301/331 controller is logged onto a m2 system from the

controller only.
Shown in the table below is the operation for logging a EKC controller
onto a m2 system.
The symbols for pushing of buttons have the following meanings:
Push the upper button

Push the lower button

Push both buttons simultaneously

When a EKC controller is logged on to a m2 system, whatever the

controllers address is parameter (o03) will automatically be assigned as
the point number on the m2. This will include overwriting any previous
settings set to that point number.
Ensure before logging a EKC controller onto a m2 system, that the
address set is available in the m2. If not available then change the
address on the controller.

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m2 Comms with EKC 201/301

Controllers
Operation via the Key Pad
EKC 201/301 Controller Point Detail Screen

To view the Controller Point Detail Screen is the same procedure as a

standard Point Detail Screen. The Controller Point Detail Screen is
displayed as shown.
There are five informations area that are displayed. These areas display
the following information:

this area will display icons indicating the status of

the controller, the icons being of the following:
- cooling

- defrost

- fans

this indicates the main temperature.

this indicates the secondary

temperature.
this indicates whether the point has
been setup for 'Local' or 'Remote'
alarms.
- Local
- Remote
This area also displays 'inhibit', 'defrost'
and 'pulldown' icons, if the point has
been setup for 'Local'.
- an inhibited point.
- a point in inhibit pulldown.
- a point in defrost.
- a point in defrost pulldown.
Indicates the upper alarm limit setting. When the
of the symbol is scrolling, it indicates that the
upper alarm limit has been exceeded.
Indicates the setpoint setting.
Indicates the lower alarm limit setting. When the
part of the symbol is scrolling, it indicates that
the lower alarm limit has been exceeded.
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Configuring the EKC201/301

Controller via the Key Pad

To configure a controller point, the controller must first be logged on,

after which select the Point Setup option from the Setup menu and
select the point number of the EKC controller. The controller Point Setup
screen is as displayed.

Controller Point Setup

The controller point setup screen differs from the standard point setup
screen as follows:
Type
This field is automatically set when
(Setting the Point Type) the controller is logged on and
therefore must not be adjusted.
Defr PDown
(Defrost Pulldown)

In Local Alarms mode this field is

used to specify the defrost lockout in
minutes, by using the and
keys. In Remote Alarms mode this
field is not used.

Alarms (Setting the

Alarms Source)

Use this field to specify the source of

the alarms. The two settings are:

LOCAL

This will set the m2 to generate alarms as a result of

readings returned by the controller, and administer the
locking out of these alarms during defrost. In this mode the
defrost icon will be displayed in the bottom right of the
Point Detail screen in addition to the left hand window.
This will change to the defrost pulldown icon during
pulldown.

REMOTE

This will set the m2 to report alarms as a result of alarm

states detected by the controller, and allows the controller
to manage defrost lockout.

The point setup screen will differ depending on whether the point has
been set to 'Local' or 'Remote'. The differences are as follows:
Local
The 'Local' screen the same as a standard point setup screen.
Remote
The 'Remote' screen has the following fields:
Alm Act (Setting the
Alarm Action)
War Act (Setting the
Warning Action)

Controller Point Setup (Screen 2)

Use the and keys to set the

required alarm action zone for the
controllers alarms.
Use the and keys to set the
required alarm action zone for the
controllers warnings.

With the 'Type' field highlighted, press the ' ' key to display the second
Point Setup screen. To return to the first screen, press the '
' key.
The controller point setup screen 2 for the EKC 201/301 only allows the
'Y Axis' and 'Y Base fields to be modified, the remote addressing and
temperature fields are set from the EKC unit only.

The EKC 201/301 controller alarms are shown in the alarm history list
displaying the alarm codes across both the 'St' and 'Reason' columns
and are as follows:

Alarm History

High Temp
Low Temp
Open Door
EKC Faulty
Air Sen. OC
Air Sen. SC
Def Sen. OC

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Low temperature alarm
Open door alarm
Faulty EKC unit alarm
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Def Sen. SC Defrost probe closed circuit

Comms Fail EKC communication failure alarm
?
Controller currently disconnected
For a '3 Sensor' EKC 201 controller, a different list of alarm codes are
shown in the alarm history and are as follows:
Sdef Bad
Defrost probe error
Sout High
Sout high temperature alarm
Sout Low
Sout low temperature alarm
Sin High
Sin high temperature alarm
Sin Low
Sin low temperature alarm
Sout Bad
Sout probe error
Sin Bad
Sin probe error
EKC Faulty Faulty EKC unit alarm
Max. StandbyMaximum standby time after slave defrost (o16)
Comms Fail EKC communication failure alarm
?
Controller currently disconnected

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m2 Comms with EKC 331 Capacity

Controller
Operation via the Key Pad
EKC 331 Controller Point Detail Screen

To view the Controller Point Detail Screen is the same procedure as a

standard Point Detail Screen. The Controller Point Detail Screen is
displayed as shown.
There are five information areas that are displayed. These areas display
the following information:

this area will display icons indicating the status of

the controller, the icons being of the following:
- fans on

- compressors on

this indicates the compressor or

condenser pressure.

this indicates whether the point has

been setup for 'Local' or 'Remote'
alarms.
- Local
- Remote
This area also displays 'inhibit' and
'inhibit pulldown' icons, if the point has
been setup for 'Local'.
- an inhibited point.
- a point in inhibit pulldown.

Indicates the upper alarm limit setting. When

the
of the symbol is scrolling, it indicates
that the upper alarm limit has been exceeded.
Indicates the setpoint setting.
Indicates the lower alarm limit setting. When
the
part of the symbol is scrolling, it
indicates that the lower alarm limit has been
exceeded.

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Configuring the EKC331

Controller via the Key Pad
Controller Point Setup

To configure a controller point, the controller must first be logged on,

after which select the Point Setup option from the Setup menu and select
the point number of the EKC controller. The controller Point Setup
screen is as displayed.
The controller point setup screen differs from the standard point setup
screen as follows:
Type
This field is automatically set when
(Setting the Point Type) the controller is logged on and
therefore must not be adjusted.
Defr PDown
(Defrost Pulldown)

This field is not used.

Alarms (Setting the

Alarms Source)

Use this field to specify the source of

the alarms. The two settings are:

LOCAL

This will set the m2 to generate alarms as a result of

readings returned by the controller, and administer the
locking out of these alarms during defrost. In this mode the
defrost icon will be displayed in the bottom right of the
Point Detail screen in addition to the left hand window.
This will change to the defrost pulldown icon during
pulldown.

REMOTE

This will set the m2 to report alarms as a result of alarm

states detected by the controller, and allow the controller to
manage defrost lockout.

The point setup screen will differ depending on whether the point has
been set to 'Local' or 'Remote'. The differences are as follows:
Local
The 'Local' screen the same as a standard point setup screen.
Remote
The 'Remote' screen has the following fields:
Alm Act (Setting the
Use the and keys to set the required
Alarm Action)
alarm action zone for the controllers alarms.
War Act (Setting the
Warning Action)

Use the and keys to set the required

alarm action zone for the controllers
warnings.

With the 'Type' field highlighted, press the ' ' key to display the second
' key.
Point Setup screen. To return to the first screen, press the '
Controller Point Setup (Screen 2)

The controller point setup screen 2 for the EKC 331 only allows the 'Y
Axis' and 'Y Base' fields to be modified, the remote addressing and
temperature fields are set from the EKC unit only.

Alarm History

The EKC 331 controller alarms are shown in the alarm history list
displaying the alarm codes across both the 'St' and 'Reason' columns
and are as follows:
High Press.
Low Press.
Err Press.
EKC Faulty
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Low pressure
Pressure error
Faulty EKC unit alarm
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Remote Controller Parameters

The controller's parameters can also be modified using a PC connected

to the m2 running Danfoss Central Station software. Refer to manual
RS.8C.G for more information.

Configuring The m2-BBm or m2+

Via The Key Pad

To configure a point to either a m2-BBM or m2+, select the Point Setup

option from the Setup menu and then select a point number to be used.
The standard point setup screen is then displayed with the standard
fields as previously described. Use all the fields as previously described
except for the following:

Set this field to either 'RTD' (for temperature monitoring) or '420' (for 420mA inputs).

Type

With the 'Type' field highlighted, press the ' ' key to display the second
point setup screen.

Input Source

Set this field to 'T-PARTY'.

Remote Addr

Set this field to the same address that has been set on the m2-BBM or
m2+.

Input Type

Set this field to the type of input being used by the m2-BBM or m2+ unit.
Use the and keys to cycle through the valid options as follows:
RESISTOR
CURRENT
DIGITAL

PT1000

Resistor input.
4 - 20 mA input.
Normally open or normally closed
contacts (Contact).
PT1000

Set this field to the input number being used on the m2-BBM or m2+ unit
for monitoring.

Input Number

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Maintenance
To keep the m2 free from dust, periodically wipe the outside surface
with a soft dry cloth. DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners, wax or
solvents. Stubborn marks may be removed by using a soft cloth
dampened with a mild detergent.

Cleaning

This m2 unit should be serviced only by a qualified service personnel

and should ensure that replacement parts match the original safety
characteristics.

Service

CAUTION: This unit is fitted with rechargeable batteries, use only

manufacturers replacements.

Alphanumeric Character Set

Full Character Set

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Appendix A
'AKM' Call Type
The Danfoss AKM has been updated to allow it to receive alarms from
m2 units. However the m2 alarm dialout procedure differs from the
Danfoss Gateway in that it is not as tolerant of faulty telecommunication
equipment. The m2 would make repeated calls to try to transmit the
alarm message up to a maximum of 8. This conformed to the current
telecommunication regulations when the procedure as defined.
AKM will continue to try to transmit the alarm indefinitely. It can also
control the power to the modem using one of it relays. It does this after
ten failed attempts to dial-out and every 6 hours.
The 'AKM' call type has been created to mimmic the same dialout as the
AKM.

Background

The m2 has two relays that are normally used for alarm indication. The
Relay 2 (REP ALARM) can be used to control the modem power. The
Relay is rated at 24V 1A max, so the low voltage power after the mains
transformer must be switched. Mains voltage MUST NOT be connected
to this relay.

Modem to m2 Wiring

Dial Out Settings

Alarm Action Setup
Device:

Settings

Description

R el ay 2:

Trigger: 000000000

Enables modem power control

Modem n

Trigger: As required
D e l a y:
0 S ec
Duration: 0 Sec
Clear On: Time

Usually 111111111, keeps modem ON day and night.

Delay between alarm and first dial out.
Delay between each repeat call.
Continue dial out until success.

Dialout:

Settings

Description

1 - 5:

Call Type: AKM

Number: As required
Pager Info:

Same as 'Download' except continues attempts.

The AKM telephone number.
Not required.

Modem Dial Out Setup

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List of Literature
Manual

RS.8A.N
Provides full instructions on how to operate the m2 unit.

Manual

RS.8C.G
Provides full instructions on how to operate the m2 unit
via a PC using Danfoss Central Station software.

Instructions

RI.8B.M
Provides full instructions on how mount the m2 unit and
connection to EKC controllers and third party units.

Installation

RI.8B.N
Provides full instructions on EKC-LONWORKSfi
data comms with the m2.

Functional

RC.8A.M
Provides full instructions of the m2's GSM-SMS comms
functions.

Danfoss can accept no responsibility for possible errors in catalogues, brochures and other printed material. Danfoss reserves the right to alter its products without notice. This also applies to products
already on order provided that such alternations can be made without subsequential changes being necessary in specifications already agreed.
All trademarks in this material are property of the respecitve companies. Danfoss and Danfoss logotype are trademarks of Danfoss A/S. All rights reserved.

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