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VDH fruit ripening control
Installation
Manual
VASP
PROBA 4
VASP Release : 1.0
Manual Release : 1.01
Date : July 26 2011
Language : English
Specialized instruments and control systems

Installation Manual
Information
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Title: VASP
PROBA 4
VASP release: 1.0
©2011
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www.vdhproducts.nl Date : July 26 2011
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PROBA 4 Preliminary 1
About this manual

This user manual is meant to support you during installation of the installation.
See for details the specific data sheets and drawings. Always consult your
supplier in case of maintenance or repairs!
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Used notations
References Important
Reference to other documents Important information which is

like drawings and descriptions of assumed as being known with
components. this user manual.

Extra info
Background information.
Manual change notes

Release Date Remarks
0 Februari 16 2010 Creation
0.1 February 25 2011 Concept
1.01 July 26 2011 Final
Release : 1.01 © VDH Products BV

Date : July 26 2011 www.vdhproducts.nl
Installation Manual
2 Preliminary
Safety
Read this first!
Before the installation is going to be used, the instructions mentioned

below have to be considered. The guarantee of the installation expires if
any damage, failure or shortcoming is a result of negligence or non-

observance of the points mentioned below.
⇒ These rules of prevention of accidents must be kept near the

machine.
⇒ To prevent a lack of clarity in pictures it is prohibited to make copies
of this document. Only original colour-prints guarantee a clear
result.
⇒ Use the installation only as described in this manual. Other use
van lead to dangerous situations and/or damage to installation or
products.
⇒ Always observe the local safety and installation regulations.
Do not ignore local regulations or access protocols.
⇒ Activities in or on the PROBA 4 must be carried out by qualified and
authorized personnel only.
⇒ Be sure to remove all tools from the machine after any
maintenance.
⇒ Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge.

⇒ At normal use there are hazardous voltages present in the PROBA 4.
⇒ Turn off all power supply before opening the PROBA 4.
Please ensure that during activities in the cabinet all voltages are
switched off and they can not be enabled.
⇒ The PROBA 4 must be connected to an earthed (grounded) power
supply to comply with international safety standards.
Do not connect the PROBA 4 to an AC power supply without an earth
(grounded) connection.
⇒ Connect the signal I/O ports of the PROBA 4 only to devices which
have a galvanic separated power supply to it’s low voltage output
section.

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PROBA 4 Preliminary 3
Contents
1 Getting started 5
1.1 Introduction 5
1.2 Overview 6
2 Hardware specifications 7
3 Dimensions 9
3.1 PROBA 4 small cabinet 9
3.2 PROBA 4 wide cabinet 10
3.3 PROBA 4 internal view small cabinet 11
3.4 PROBA 4 internal view wide cabinet 12
4 Connections 13
4.1 General remarks 13
4.2 PROBA 4 Basic PCB 14
4.2.1 Digital inputs 15
4.2.2 I2C-bus for extension 15
4.2.3 RS485 bus 15
4.2.4 PCB power supply 16
4.2.5 Relay outputs 16
4.3 PROBA 4 Analog I/O PCB 17
4.3.1 Analogue outputs 18
4.3.2 Analogue inputs 18
4.3.3 Pt1000 inputs 19
4.4 PROBA 4 ripening system 20
4.4.1 Ethernet switch 21
4.4.2 Adjusting the network number for a control panel 22
4.5 PROBA 4 sensors 23
4.5.1 Pt1000 23
4.5.2 Differential gauge 25
4.5.3 Humidity temperature 26
5 Parameters 27
5.1 General 27
5.1.1 Front settings 27
5.1.2 Common settings 28
5.1.3 Fans settings 29
5.1.4 Fans - pressure control settings 30
5.1.5 Cooling settings 31
5.1.6 Heating settings 32
5.1.7 Gassing settings 33
5.1.8 Ventilation settings 33
5.1.9 Humidity control settings 34
5.1.10 Airbag settings 34

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5.2 Alarms 35
5.2.1 Temperature alarms settings 35
5.2.2 Alarm relays settings 36
5.3 Parameters input 37
5.3.1 Temperature sensors settings 37
5.3.2 Other sensors settings 39
5.3.3 Digital inputs settings 41
5.4 Parameters output 43
5.4.1 Function relays 43
5.4.2 Adjusting analogue output 44
5.5 Explanation of parameters 45
5.5.1 Front settings 45
5.5.2 Common settings 45
5.5.3 Fans settings 46
5.5.4 Fans - pressure control settings 47
5.5.5 Cooling settings 48
5.5.6 Heating settings 49
5.5.7 Gassing settings 50
5.5.8 Ventilation settings 51
5.5.9 Humidity control settings 51
5.5.10 Airbag settings 52
5.5.11 Temperature alarms settings 52
5.5.12 Alarm relays settings 53
5.5.13 Temperature sensors settings 54
5.5.14 Other sensors settings 55
5.5.15 Digital inputs settings 55
5.5.16 Relays settings 56
5.5.17 Analogue outputs settings 56
A Operations of controls 57
A.1 Cooling and Heating 57
A.2 Humidifying 57
A.3 Gassing 57
A.4 Proprotional outputs for Cooling and Heating 57
A.5 Proportional intergrating output for the Cooling and Heating 58
List of figures 60

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PROBA 4 Getting started 5
1 Getting started

1.1 Introduction
The VDH Alfanet Server Program (VASP) is used for an easy and
reproducible controlled way of fruit ripening in multiple cells.
The number of users that can use the system simultaneously depends on
the licence. Consult your supplier for detailed information.
It is possible to connect to a plant with several cells.
Each cell contains a controller
local ethernet
network
external ethernet
VASP network
Web server
External
internet
Fig. 1 VASP system
The PROBA Ripening System consists of the following main components:

• A PROBA 4 Controller with ethernet connection.
• An ethernet network.
• A Central Computer with VASP (Vdh Alfa Server Program) operation
and control software.
• Optional a local Control-unit with limited settings on the local RS485-
network.
Each ripening room is fully controlled by it’s own PROBA 4 Controller.

Each Controller treats a ripening program independently and can be
fully controlled on the Central Computer or with limited possibilities via a
Control-unit on the local RS485-network.

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1.2 Overview User Manual

The products in the ripening room are ripened by means of ripening
programs with control of:
Read the user manual for
• Temperature details about operation of
• Gas concentration the system.
• Ventilation
• Humidity
• CO2
• Pressure
Overview
Tab Location
Tab Controller
Fig. 2 Overview

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PROBA 4 Hardware specifications 7
2 Hardware specifications
Type : PROBA 4 Fruit ripening control unit
VDH art.number : 907.000376
Power supply : 85 - 264Vac

Frequency : 50 - 60Hz
Power consumption : less than 20 Watts
Power cable : 3x 1,5 mm2 min. (L1, N, PE) connect PE to earth-strip
see drawing 100334
Cable thru cable-gland M16x1,5
(cable diameter 5-8mm)
Safety precautions : Use an external switch and circuit breaker on power supply marked as
disconnecting device for PROBA 4, near to the enclosure and easily
accessible.
Housing dimensions : Approx 200x400X120mm (WxHxD)
Body material : Mild steel box
Body finish : RAL 7035, structure powder coating
Front panel : Anodized aluminum with imprint
Mounting method : Wall mounting (four mounting holes Ø 8,4mm)
Weight : ca. 6 kg
Operation temperature : 0 / +40˚C
Storage temperature : -20 / +60˚C
Operation RH : 10 / 90 %RH non condensing
Operation : • Ethernet LAN connection using a PC

(full access with VASP PROBA 4 software)
• RS 485 connection using a remote control (limited access).
Input/Output signals : • 9x Pt1000 Temperature sensors

(3 wire shielded with shield connected to earth-strip)
A.. Hot signal line
B.. Compensation line
C.. Common 0V line
: • 6x Analog inputs for 2 or 3-wire shielded sensors

(with shield to earth-strip)
Individual configurable
+ +12Vdc sensor supply output, Imax. per output 100mAdc
(Imax. total 400mA)
S Input signal selectable by jumper settings
see connection drawing 100790:
0 .. 1 Vdc Ri > 50 KOhm (Umax. = 5Vdc)
0 .. 10 Vdc Ri > 10 KOhm (Umax. = 24Vdc)
4 .. 20 mA Ri = 50 Ohm (Imax. = 40mA)
- 0V common (for 2 and 3-wire sensors)

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8 Hardware specifications
• 8x Analog outputs
(2-wire shielded with shield to earth-strip)
Individual configurable
+ Output signal selectable by jumper setting
see connection drawing 100790:
0 .. 1 Vdc (Imax. 10 mA)
0 .. 10 Vdc
4 .. 20 mA (Rload max. 450 Ohm)
- 0V common
• 8x Digital contact inputs with one common (0V)
(use shielded cable with shield to earth-strip)
Contact current (closed) 5 mAdc
Contact voltage (open) 5 Vdc
• 16x Relay contact outputs (Imax. per relay terminal connection 7,5A)
(Approvals and ratings OMRON G2R1 relay (www.omron.com))
Following contacts configurable
2x Relay SPST NC/C (1, 2)
2x Relay SPDT NO/NC/C (3, 4)
12x Relay SPST NO/COM (5 .. 16) with one common
RS485 Network : 2x RS485 Network connection with +12Vdc supply output,

Imax total 100 mA.
(Use maximal one +12Vdc supply output).
Use 2x twisted-pair shielded cable min. 0,5mm2, max. length 1km
f.i. to connect a RS485 remote control unit.
I2C Network : 1x I2C network connection with +12Vdc output. I max total 100mA.
Use 2x twisted pair shielded cable min. 0.5mm2, max. length 5m.
f.i. to connect LMS extension modules.
Ethernet : Ethernet connector to connect PROBA 4 to the Ethernet LAN

or to a PC.
• Use CAT 5e patch cable to connect the PROBA 4 to ethernet LAN
• Use CAT 5e crossover cable to connect the PROBA 4 direct to PC.
• Use network cable of type STP.
The PROBA 4 ethernet jack is located at the bottum of the cabinet, it
can be connected without opening the cabinet.
USB connection : The USB connector is normally not used.
Terminals : Plug-in screw terminals

(Approvals and ratings Phoenix Contact
(www.phoenixcontact.com))
• Supply and relay- PCB-part : GMSTBVA 2,5/...
outputs: Cable-part : GMVSTBR 2,5/...
• In- and Output signals PCB-part : MSTBVA 2,5/...

on PCB 063103: Cable-part : MVSTBR 2,5/...
• In- and Output signals PCB-part: MCV 1,5/...G...

on PCB 063345: Cable-part: MCVW 1,5/...G...

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PROBA 4 Dimensions 9
3 Dimensions
3.1 PROBA 4 small cabinet
Fig. 3 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB204012

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10 Dimensions
3.2 PROBA 4 wide cabinet
Fig. 4 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB304012

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PROBA 4 Dimensions 11
3.3 PROBA 4 internal view small cabinet
Fig. 5 Internal view PROBA 4 STB204012

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3.4 PROBA 4 internal view wide cabinet
Fig. 6 Internal view PROBA 4 STB304012

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PROBA 4 Connections 13
4 Connections
4.1 General remarks
• The EMC performance of the system are only guaranteed if the cables
have an effective screen.
• The use of shielded cables is required for:

- USB
- RS485
- Serial
- analogue I/O
• Use for Ethernet LAN cable only FTP shielded cables.
• Make sure all cables are connected correctly.

See the wiring diagram documents number 100334 (page 14) and
100790 (page 17).
• The PROBA 4 is considered to be a component which will be installed

into a final equipment.
Validation of the final equipment is necessary to confirm it still meets
EMC directives.

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4.2 PROBA 4 Basic PCB

WARNING
HIGH
VOLTAGE
8x Digital in contacts Earth
strip-2
S1 Dig.in-1 PCB Supply
(Fan failure gen.)
S2 Dig.in-2 FG FG
(Cool failure gen.) PCB PE
S3 Dig.in-3 PE (green/yellow)
(Heat failure gen.) T2A/250V connected to
S4 Dig.in-4 Earth strip-1
(Door closed) N (blue)
S5 Dig.in-5 PCB Supply
(Ext. fatal alarm)
S6 Dig.in-6 L1 (black) 85-264Vac
(Ext. non-fatal al) 50-60Hz
S7 Dig.in-7
*(Block)
S8 Dig.in-8
CN2
*(Airbag failure)
Com.
T2A/250V
I C-bus for extension

2
+12V
SCL 16x Relay outputs
For future use SDA C-1
GND 1: Relay SPST NC/C
NC-1 (Fatal Alarm)
Shield only on one side to earth
C-2
A 2: Relay SPST NC/C
B NC-2 (Non Fatal Alarm)
Shield only on one side to earth GND C-3

RS485 Network in
0V NC-3 3: Relay SPDT NO/NC/C
Terminal jumpers J5 and J6 # (Door Lock)
+12V NO-3
A
B C-4
NC-4 4: Relay SPDT NO/NC/C

Shield only on one side to earth GND (Fan Reverse)
RS485 Network out NO-4
f.i. to Control Panel
Connector to 5: Relay SPST NO (Cooling-1)
#) ATTENTION
If PROBA 4 is first or last unit Analog I/O PCB
6: Relay SPST NO (Cooling-2)
in the RS485-LAN chain
place J5 and J6. 7: Relay SPST NO (Cooling-3)
8: Relay SPST NO (Heating-1)
RS232 Factory use only 9: Relay SPST NO (Heating-2)

RXD-PC
10: Relay SPST NO (Heating-3)
No user connection TXD-PC
GND COM: Relays Common 5..16
11: Relay SPST NO (Fan-1)
Ethernet connection 12: Relay SPST NO (Fan-2)

VDH
317.100009 ATTENTION:
Relays 5:.....16:
EMC Ferriet on the ETHERNET-cable,
have one common
as close as possible to the PCB.
connection
USB-1 (type-A) 13: Relay SPST NO (Fan-3)

connection
VDH 14: Relay SPST NO (Gassing)
317.100009
EMC Ferriet on the USB-cable,
as close as possible to the PCB.
15: Relay SPST NO (Ventilation)
SD-Card
16: Relay SPST NO (Humidify)
USB ATTENTION:
type-B Separate
all I/O-cable's (leftside)
from
power and control (relay)
cable's (rightside)
Earth strip-1 on mounting plate
Ethernet USB from Mains
connector connector Power
to Earth PCB Housing
(type-A) Supply PE
strip-2 PE PE
Mat.: PCB's on mountingplate Wnr. Datum Gew. Door Omschr.: Connections PROBA 4 Main PCB
Fig. 7 Drawing 100334
Value's between brackets
are default settings.
()
(for Analog I/O PCB see page-2)
W1 08-07-2010 B
Opm.: All shields of the W2 20-09-2010 B Getek.: B Schaal: 1:1
© VDH shieled cable's must be
PageProducts BV
1: Drawing 100334w2 Release : 1.01 Datum: 07-04-2010 Kast: A4-10
connected to the earth-
www.vdhproducts.nl
Page 2: Drawing 100790w0
strip first.
Date : July 26Tek.nr.:
2011 Par.: Projection:
100334 RODEN
Page 1 of 2 File: Sa100334w2.cdr HOLLAND
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4.2.1 Digital inputs
Default
functions
The connections are

shown here with default
functions. Adjust the
parameter settings in
case a function should be
changed.

Fig. 8 Detail digital inputs
4.2.2 I2C-bus for extension
Fig. 9 Detail I2C bus
4.2.3 RS485 bus
Fig. 10 Detail RS485 bus

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4.2.4 PCB power supply
Fig. 11 Detail power supply
4.2.5 Relay outputs
Default
functions
The connections are

changed.

Fig. 12 Detail relay outputs

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4.3 PROBA 4 Analog I/O PCB

Default
functions
The connections are

changed.

Fig. 13 Drawing 100790

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4.3.1 Analogue outputs
Default
functions
The connections are

changed.

Fig. 14 Detail analogue outputs
4.3.2 Analogue inputs
Fig. 15 Detail analogue inputs

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4.3.3 Pt1000 inputs
Fig. 16 Detail Pt1000 inputs

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4.4 PROBA 4 ripening system
Fig. 17 Possible network configurations

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4.4.1 Ethernet switch
Type : Moxa 8-port entry-level unmanaged Ethernet switch

Part number : 600.000169
Standards : IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT
IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X) and 100BaseFX
IEEE 802.3x for Flow Control
Input Voltage : 12 to 45 VDC, 18 to 30 VAC (47 to 63 Hz)
Input Current : 0.14 A @ 24 V
Connection : 1 removable 3-contact terminal block
Reverse Polarity Protection : Present
Housing : Plastic, IP30 protection
Dimensions : 40 x 100 x 86.5 mm (1.57 x 3.94 x 3.41 in)
Weight : 170 g
Installation : DIN-Rail mounting
Operating Temperature : -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature : -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity : 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

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4.4.2 Adjusting the network number

for a control panel
If a control panel is used, it is very important that this panel has the right
network number.
Normally this number will be already set in the factory. In case the installer
has to do this by himself, it is very important to enter the right number.
Enter the right network number!

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If a wrong number has been entered, the control panel should be user manual

returned to the factory!
For the use of the
control panel see the
separate VASP user
manual.
If no number has been set, the display will show =---.
Setting the network number

1. Push the ▲ and ▼ key to select the right number.
2. Push the “SET” key.
The number is stored now and the display will show the average room
temperature.

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4.5 PROBA 4 sensors

4.5.1 Pt1000
Type : SM 8000S/2m
Sensor element : Pt-1000, 3-wire acc. to DIN/IEC 751
Accuracy : DIN class A
Range : -10/+40°C (+14/+104°F)
Size sensor : ø6 x 50mm (0.24” x 1.97”)
Material sensor : Stainless Steel 316
Protection : IP 55
Connection cable : Grey PVC wire, max. 70°C (158°F)
Type : SM 8300
Accuracy : DIN class
Range : -10/+40°C (+14/+104°F)
Housing : Stainless Steel 316
Connection : M12 Cable Gland
Protection : IP 55

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Type : SM 8500(1)
Part number : 810.040010 - SM 8500
: 810.040026 - SM 8500/1
: 810.040038 - Shielded coiled lead
: 910.100083 - Connection box 502
Accuracy : DIN class A
Range : -10/+40°C (+14/+104°F)
Size : Stainless Steel 316, ø6 x 170mm (0.24” x 6.69”) with
round top
Grip : black anodized aluminium
Connection : via coiled lead to connection box 502

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4.5.2 Differential gauge
Type : PX 25-2
Housing : Black PVC
Dimensions : 87 x 68 x 35mm (3.5” x 2.7” x 1.4”)
Connection : 2x hose 4/4½mm inside (1/8”)
Supply : 12 - 24 Vdc or 24Vac
Supply current : < 30mA
Standard range : 0/+1" WCD
Output : 4/+20 mA (Rb max. 200Ω)
Accuracy : 1% of the range
Operating temp. : -25/+70°C (-13/+158°F)
Operating hum. : < 90% RH non-condensing

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4.5.3 Humidity temperature
Type : RH 970
Housing : Black ABS plastic
Dimensions : 144 x 72 x 50mm (5.66”x 2.83” x 1.97”)
Connection : Thru cable-glands on screw terminals
Front : Polycarbonat IP-54
Supply : 12-35 Vdc
Range : 0-100% RH at 0/+40°C (32-104°F)(not condensing)
Output : 0/+1 Vdc (Rb min 10kΩ)
Accuracy : 0 - 100% RH ± 5% RH
20 - 90% RH ± 2% RH
Temp. coëfficiënt : ± 0,02%/°C

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PROBA 4 Parameters 27
5 Parameters
5.1 General
5.1.1 Front settings
No. Description range units default
0101 Zone 1 on 0..1 - 1

0102 Zone 2 on 0..1 - 1
0103 Zone 3 on 0..1 - 1
0120 Heating on 0..1 - 1
0121 Gas on 0..1 - 1
0122 Ventilation on 0..1 - 1
0201 Sensor 1 on 0..1 - 1

0202 Sensor 2 on 0..1 - 1
0203 Sensor 3 on 0..1 - 1
0204 Sensor 4 on 0..1 - 0
0205 Sensor 5 on 0..1 - 0
0206 Sensor 6 on 0..1 - 0
0207 Sensor 7 on 0..1 - 0
0208 Sensor 8 on 0..1 - 0
0209 Sensor 9 on 0..1 - 0
0301 Analogue input 1 on 0..1 - 0


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5.1.2 Common settings

1001 Network number 1..250 - 1
1002 Password parameters 0000..9999 - 0000
1010 Read out Celsius/Fahrenheit

0 = Celsius
1 = Fahrenheit 0..1 - 0
1011 Proba always in standby 0..1 - 0
1012 Number of zones 1..3 - 3
1013 Making programs
0 = per day
1 = flexible times 0..1 - 0
1014 Length of standard day 1..96 - 24
1020 Minimum adjustable set point -10.0..40.0 °C 10.0
1021 Maximum adjustable set point -10.0..40.0 °C 25.0
1022 Temperature changes with a slope
0 = never
1 = always
2 = adjustable per set point 0..2 - 0
1023 Temperature set point
0 = 1 set point per room
1 = 1 set point for each zone only in
standby mode
2 = always 1 set point for each zone 0..2 - 0
1024 RH set point
0 = one set point during the complete
program
1 = set point can be changed during the 0..1 - 1
program
1025 Pressure set point
0 = one set point during the complete
program
1 = set point can be changed during the 0..1 - 1
program
1090 Version number -

1091 Date -
1092 Serial number -

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5.1.3 Fans settings

1201 Fan 1 zone 0..7 - 1
0 = non
1 = zone 1
2 = zone 2
3 = zone 1,2
4 = zone 3
5 = zone 1,3
6 = zone 2,3
7 = zone 1,2,3
1202 Fan 2 zone 0..7 - 2
1203 Fan 3 zone 0..7 - 3
1204 Fan 4 zone 0..7 - 0
1205 Delay time switching on the next fan 0..60 sec. 10
1210 Fans reverse 0..1 - 0

1211 Run time fans normal 0..24 hours 12
1212 Run time fans reverse 0..24 hours 12
1213 Delay time start control after reversing the 0..999 sec. 180
fans
1230 Fan off at minimum absolute alarm 1 0..1 - 0

1231 Fan off at maximum absolute alarm1 0..1 - 0
1232 Fan off at minimum absolute alarm2 0..1 - 0
1233 Fan off at maximum absolute alarm2 0..1 - 0
1234 Fan only on if airbag is full 0..1 - 0
1235 Fan off cooling error 0..1 - 1
1236 Fan off at heating error 0..1 - 1
1237 Switching zone off if one if the fans from 0..1 - 1
this zone is defective
1250 Fan off at 0..3 - 0

0 = never
1 = door open
2 = blocking
3 = both
1251 Fan delayed off when door is open 0..999 sec. 0
1252 Fan delayed on when door is closed 0..999 sec. 0

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5.1.4 Fans - pressure control settings

1261 Control fans on pressure 0..2 - 0
0 = not
1 = By switching fans on and off
2 = with an analogue output
1262 Read out pressure by 0..3 - 0
0 = 0000
1 = 000.0
2 = 00.00
3 = 0.000
1263 Minimum adjustable pressure set point -9999..9999 Pa 0
1264 Maximum adjustable pressure set point -9999..9999 Pa 250
1265 Switch-on time fans (P1261 = 1) 1..999 Sec. 10

1266 Switch-off time fans (P1261 = 1) 1..999 Sec. 20
1267 P band pressure (P1261 = 2) 0..999 Pa 5
1268 I time pressure (P1261 = 2) 0..999 Min. 0
1269 D action pressure (P1261 = 2) 0..100 - 0
1270 Offset PID pressure (P1261 = 2) -999..999 Pa 0
1280 Fans faster at high temperature 0..1 - 0

1281 Offset fan temperature control 0..25 degrees 0
1282 Delay fan temperature control 0..999 seconds 0
1283 P band temperature control 5 °K 0
1284 I time temperature control 0 Min. 0
1290 Pressure alarm active 0..1 - 0

1291 Maximum pressure alarm -9999..9999 Pa 0
1292 Minimum pressure alarm -9999..9999 Pa 250

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5.1.5 Cooling settings

1301 Differential cooling 0.1..15.0 °K 0.5
1302 Offset cooling -25.0..25.0 °K 0
1303 Offset cooling stage 2 -25.0..25.0 °K 3.0
1310 P band cooling 0.1..30.0 °K 5.0

1311 I time cooling 0..999 Min. 0
1312 D action cooling 0..100 - 0
1313 Offset PID cooling -25.0..25.0 °K 0
1320 Extra cooling if the differential between the 0..1 - 0

air limit sensor and control temperature is
getting to high
1321 P band differential limit- and control 0.1..20.0 °K 5.0
temperature
1322 Cooling never on if the control temperature 0.1..10.0 °K 1.0
is lower than this set point (even if the
air limit temperature is P1.320 above the
control temperature)
1323 Less cooling if the air limit temperature is 0.1..20.0 °K 1.0
getting this temperature from a minimum
(P2041 en P2043) alarm value.
1330 Set point extra cooling -10.0..40.0 °C

1331 Maximum position cooling during fan 0..100 % 0
reversing
1332 Cooling off at absolute minimum alarm 1 0..1 - 1
in the zone
1333 Cooling off at absolute minimum alarm 2 0..1 - 1
in the zone
1334 Number degrees Freon sensor under set 0..20.0 °K 1.0
point
1335 Time wherein the Freon sensor P1334 0..120 Minutes 30
degrees below the set point should be after
the cooling has started, otherwise an error
code will appear
1336 Switch off cooling at Freon alarm in the 0..1 - 1
zone
1350 Cooling off at 0..3 - 0
0 = never
1 = door open
2 = blocking
3 = both

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5.1.6 Heating settings

1401 Differential heating 0.1..15.0 °K 0.5
1402 Offset heating -25.0..25.0 °K 0
1410 P band heating 0.1..30.0 °K 5.0

1411 I time heating 0..999 Min. 0
1412 D action heating 0..100 - 0
1413 Offset PID heating -25.0..25.0 °K 0
1423 Less heating if the air limit temperature is 0.1..20.0 °K 1.0

getting this temperature from a maximum
(P2042 en P2044) alarm value.
1432 Heating off at absolute maximum alarm 1 0..1 - 1

in the zone
1433 Heating off at absolute maximum alarm 2 0..1 - 1
in the zone
1450 Heating off at 0..3 - 0

0 = never
1 = door open
2 = blocking
3 = both

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5.1.7 Gassing settings

1501 Differential gas concentration 1..500 ppm 250
1502 Offset gas concentration -300..300 ppm 0
1510 Gas pulse pause at time gassing 0..1 - 0
1511 Pulse time gassing 0..999 min 0
1512 Pause time gassing 0..999 min 0
1520 Maximal gas inlet time during controlling 0.9999 min 40
on concentration
1521 Gas minimal/maximal pulse time active 0..1 - 0
during gassing on concentration
1522 Minimal on time gas valve during gassing 0..499 min 0
on concentration in block time
1523 Maximal on time gas valve during gassing 0..499 min 0
on concentration in block time
1524 Block time 0..99 hours 0
1530 Gas carrousel number 0..99 - 0
5.1.8 Ventilation settings

1601 Ventilate at maximal ethylene level 0..1 - 0
1602 Ventilate during gassing if maximal 0..1 - 0
ethylene level has reached
1603 Maximal ethylene level 0..2000 ppm 2000
1604 Differential maximal ethylene level 0..1000 ppm 500
1610 Ventilate at maximal CO2 level 0..1 - 0
1611 Ventilate during gassing if maximal CO2 0..1 - 0
level has reached
1612 Maximal CO2 level 0..3000 ppm 3000
1613 Differential maximal CO2 level 0..1000 ppm 500
1620 Ventilation carrousel number 0..99 - 0

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5.1.9 Humidity control settings

1701 Differential humidifying 1..50 %RH 3
1702 Differential dehumidifying 1..50 %RH 3
1703 Offset humidity control -25..25 %RH 0
1710 Humidity control off at 0..3 - 0
0 = never
1 = door open
2 = blocking
3 = both
1720 RH alarm active 0..1 - 0
1721 Maximum RH alarm 0..100 %RH 100
1722 Minimum RH alarm 0..100 %RH 0
1723 Differential RH alarms 1..50 %RH 3
1724 RH alarm off if door is open 0..1 - 0
5.1.10 Airbag settings

1801 Airbag present 0..1 - 0
1802 Airbag full signalling: 0..2 - 0
0 = airbag full signal
1 = airbag empty signal = 0
2 = airbag error signal = 0 and door closed
1803 Only airbag error if door is closed 0..1 - 1
1804 Delay time airbag error after 0..999 Sec. 30
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5.2 Alarms
5.2.1 Temperature alarms settings

2001 Absolute alarm 1 active 0..2 - 0
0 = not
1 = always
2 = only during control
2002 Absolute maximum alarm 1 -10.0..40.0 °C 25.0
2003 Absolute minimum alarm 1 -10.0..40.0 °C 10.0
2004 Delay absolute alarm 1 0..999 sec 0
2011 Absolute alarm 2 active 0..2 - 0

0 = not
1 = always
2 = only during control
2012 Absolute maximum alarm 2 -10.0..40.0 °C 20.0
2013 Absolute minimum alarm 2 -10.0..40.0 °C 12.0
2014 Delay absolute alarm 2 0..999 sec 0
2021 Relative alarm 1 active 0..1 - 1

0 = not
1 = during control
2022 Relative maximum alarm 1 0..10.0 °K 5.0
2023 Relative minimum alarm 1 -10.0..0 °K -5.0
2024 Delay relative alarm 1 0..999 sec 30
2031 Relative alarm 2 active 0..1 - 0

0 = not
1 = during control
2032 Relative maximum alarm 2 0..10.0 °K 3.0
2033 Relative minimum alarm 2 -10.0..0 °K -3.0
2034 Delay relative alarm 2 0..999 sec 30
2041 Absolute maximum air temperature -10.0..40.0 °C 20,0

2042 Absolute minimum air temperature -10.0..40.0 °C 10.0
2043 Relative maximum air temperature 0..10.0 °C 3.0
2044 Relative minimum air temperature -10.0..0.0 °C -3.0
2050 Differential maximum air temperature 0.1..10.0 °K 0.5
2051 Differential minimum air temperature 0.1..10.0 °K 0.5
2060 Temperature alarm off if door is open 0..1 - 0

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5.2.2 Alarm relays settings

2101 Alarm relay on at absolute alarm 1 0..2 - 2
0 = No alarm relay
1 = Non fatal alarm relay
2 = Fatal alarm relay
2102 Alarm relay on at absolute alarm 2 0..2 - 2
2103 Alarm relay on at relative alarm 1 0..2 - 1
2104 Alarm relay on at relative alarm 2 0..2 - 1
2105 Alarm relay on after power failure 0..2 - 0
2106 Alarm relay on during cooling failure 0..2 - 0
2107 Alarm relay on during heating failure 0..2 - 0
2108 Alarm relay on during airbag failure 0..2 - 0
2109 Alarm relay on during door failure 0..2 - 0
2110 Alarm relay on during fan failure 0..2 - 0
2111 Alarm relay on at maximum gas time 0..2 - 0
2112 Alarm relay on during ventilation failure 0..2 - 0
2113 Alarm relay on during sensor failure 0..2 - 0
2120 Fatal alarm relay can be reset 0..1 - 1
0 = No
1 = Yes
2121 Non-fatal alarm relay can be reset 0..1 - 1
2122 Continue control during external fatal alarm 0..1 - 1

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5.3 Parameters input

5.3.1 Temperature sensors settings

3010 Sensor 1 type 0..9 - 1
0 = not present
1 = product control Sensor
2 = air control Sensor
3 = air control Sensor reverse
4 = product info Sensor
5 = air info Sensor
6 = air info Sensor reverse
7 = air alarm Sensor
8 = Coolant Sensor
9 = evaporator Sensor
3011 Sensor 1 zone 0..7 - 7
0 = no
1 = zone 1
2 = zone 2
3 = zone 1,2
4 = zone 3
5 = zone 1,3
6 = zone 2,3
7 = zone 1,2,3
3012 Sensor 1 offset -15..15 °K 0
3013 Absolute alarm Sensor 1 0..2 - 1
3014 Relative alarm Sensor 1 0..2 - 1
3020 Sensor 2 type 0..9 - 1

3021 Sensor 2 zone 0..7 - 7
3022 Sensor 2 offset -15..15 °K 0
3030 Sensor 3 type 0..9 - 1

3031 Sensor 3 zone 0..7 - 7
3032 Sensor 3 offset -15..15 °K 0
3040 Sensor 4 type 0..9 - 0

3041 Sensor 4 zone 0..7 - 0
3042 Sensor 4 offset -15..15 °K 0

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3050 Sensor 5 type 0..9 - 0
3051 Sensor 5 zone 0..7 - 0
3052 Sensor 5 offset -15..15 °K 0
3060 Sensor 6 type 0..9 - 0

3061 Sensor 6 zone 0..7 - 0
3062 Sensor 6 offset -15..15 °K 0
3070 Sensor 7 type 0..9 - 0

3071 Sensor 7 zone 0..7 - 0
3072 Sensor 7 offset -15..15 °K 0
3080 Sensor 8 type 0..9 - 0

3081 Sensor 8 zone 0..7 - 0
3082 Sensor 8 offset -15..15 °K 0
3090 Sensor 9 type 0..9 - 0

3091 Sensor 9 zone 0..7 - 0
3092 Sensor 9 offset -15..15 °K 0

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5.3.2 Other sensors settings

3110 Type sensor 1 0..6 - 1
0 = off
1 = RH
2 = gas
3 = CO2
4 = O2
5 = pressure
6 = pressure reverse
3111 Read out input 1 per 0..3 - 0
0 = 0000
1 = 000.0
2 = 00.00
3 = 0.000
3112 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3113 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 20
3114 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 40
3115 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 60
3116 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 80
3117 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 40
3118 Offset sensor 1 -1000..1000 - 0
3120 Type sensor 2 0..8 - 2

3122 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3123 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3124 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 500
3125 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 1000
3126 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 1500
3127 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 2000
3128 Offset sensor 2 -1000..1000 -
3130 Type sensor 3 0..8 - 5

3132 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3133 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3134 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 63
3135 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 125
3136 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 188
3137 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 250
3138 Offset sensor 3 -1000..1000 - 0
3140 Type sensor 4 0..8 - 0

3142 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3143 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0

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3144 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 0
3145 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 0
3146 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 0
3147 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 0
3148 Offset sensor 4 -1000..1000 - 0
3150 Type sensor 5 0..8 - 0

3152 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3153 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3154 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 0
3155 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 0
3156 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 0
3157 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 0
3158 Offset sensor 5 -1000..1000 - 0
3160 Type sensor 6 0..8 - 0

3162 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3163 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3164 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 0
3165 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 0
3166 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 0
3167 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 0
3168 Offset sensor 6 -1000..1000 - 0
3170 Type sensor 7 0..8 - 0

3172 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3173 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3174 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 0
3175 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 0
3176 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 0
3177 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 0
3178 Offset sensor 7 -1000..1000 - 0
3180 Type sensor 8 0..8 - 0

3182 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 - 0
3183 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 - 0
3184 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999 - 0
3185 Value at 12 mA (6V) -9999..9999 - 0
3186 Value at 16 mA (8V) -9999..9999 - 0
3187 Value at 20 mA (10V) -9999..9999 - 0
3188 Offset sensor 8 -1000..1000 - 0

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5.3.3 Digital inputs settings

3210 Digital input 1 0..33 - 10
0 = off
1 = door
2 = door failure
3 = fatal alarm
4 = non fatal alarm
5 = blocking fans
6 = fan 1 failure
7 = fan 2 failure
8 = fan 3 failure
9 = fan 4 failure
10 = common fan failure
11 = blocking cooling
12 = cooling 1 failure
15 = common cooling failure
16 = blocking heating
17 = heating 1 failure
20 = common heating failure
21 = blocking ventilation
22 = ventilation failure
23 = gas blocking
24 = gas bottle empty
25 = block
26 = zone 1 off
27 = zone 2 off
28 = zone 3 off
29 = airbag full
30 = airbag empty
31 = airbag failure
32 = airbag blowing
33 = airbag suction

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3211 Digital input 1 type 0..1 - 0
0 = make contact
1 = breaker contact
3220 Digital input 2 0..33 - 15
3230 Digital input 3 0..33 - 20
3240 Digital input 4 0..33 - 1

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5.4 Parameters output

5.4.1 Function relays

4001 Function relays 1: 0..37 - 21
0 = non
1 = cooling1
2 = cooling 2
3 = cooling 3
4 = cooling common
5 = heating 1
6 = heating 2
7 = heating 3
8 = heating common
9 = fan 1
10 = fan 2
11 = fan 3
12 = fan 4
13 = fan common
14 = gassing
15 = ventilation
16 = humidifying
17 = dehumidifying
18 = fan reverse
19 = door lock
20 = extra cooling
21 = fatal alarm
22 = non fatal alarm
23 = fan failure
24 = airbag failure
25 = exceeding max gas time
26 = absolute min temp alarm
27 = absolute max temp alarm
28 = absolute temp alarm
29 = relative min temp alarm
30 = relative max temp alarm
31 = relative temp alarm
32 = cooling stage 2 zone 1
35 = defrost zone1
36 = defrost zone 2
37 = defrost zone 3

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4002 Function relay 2 0..37 - 22
4012 Function relay 12 0..37 - 10
4013 Function relay 13 0..37 - 11
4014 Function relay 14 0..37 - 14
4015 Function relay 15 0..37 - 15
4016 Function relay 16 0..37 - 16
5.4.2 Adjusting analogue output

4101 Analogue output 1 0..9 - 3
0 = off
1 = temperature set point
2 = average temperature
3 = PI cooling zone 1
6 = PI heating zone 1
7= PI heating zone 2
8 = PI heating zone 3
9 = PI fans
4110 0V out at temperature °C

4111 10V out at temperature °C

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5.5 Explanation of parameters

5.5.1 Front settings
No. Explanation
0101 .. 0103 With parameters the zones can be switched on and off.
(This can also be done on the control screen).
0120 Heating possible yes / no
0121 Gassing possible yes / no
0201 .. 0209 Ventilation possible yes / no
0301 .. 0308 Switch the temperature sensors on and off
Switch the analogue inputs on and off .
5.5.2 Common settings
No. Explanation
1001 Network number (default not in use) .
1002 Password parameters (default not in use).
1010 Readout in °C or °F.
1011 Only in combination with certain control panels.
1012 The maximal amount of zones in de room
It’s not possible to switch on more zones than this amount. The picture on the
screen will be adjusted to the amount of zones which is entered here. If this
value is on 2, the picture on the screen will also show two zones. If the zones
are disabled with P0101 .. P0103 (or on the screen) the disabled zones will
be still visible.
1020 The lowest value of the set point which is adjustable.
1021 The highest value of the set point which is adjustable.
1023 The amount of set points for the room. Default the PROBA uses one set point
for the entire room but it is also possible to use a set point for each individual
zone.
In case of using more than one set point it is possible to use this always or
only in stand-by mode.
1090 The software version of the PROBA 4.
1091 The production date of the PROBA 4.
1092 The serial number of the PROBA 4.

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5.5.3 Fans settings
No. Explanation
1201 Each fan can be assigned to one or more zones. Every combination is
possible.
This parameter is for assigning fan 1.
1202 This parameter is for assigning fan 2.
1205 To prevent switching on all the fans on the same time, it is possible to adjust
a delay time. This delay time will be used between switching on the fans of
each zone.
1210 Should the fans also run in reverse direction?
1211 The time that the fans will run in normal direction.
1212 The time that the fans will run in reverse direction.
1213 Delay time between the two directions. In this time the fans can stop before
they will be start running in the opposite direction.
1230 Fans off at absolute minimum alarm 1.
1231 Fans off at absolute maximum alarm 1.
1232 Fans off at absolute minimum alarm 2.
1233 Fans off at absolute maximum alarm 2.
1234 Fans only on if the airbags are blown. This prevents that the air will go along
the boxes instead of through the boxes.
1235 Fans off at cooling error.
1236 Fans off at heating error.
1237 Switching the zone off if one of the fans in this zone is defective.
1250 Switching the fans off if:
• the door is open
• the fans are blocked
• in both cases
1251 Delay time for switching off the fans when the door is opened. If this value is
0, the fans will be switch off as soon as the door opens.
1252 Delay time for switching on the fans when the door is closed. If this value is 0,
the fans will be switch on as soon as the door closes.

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5.5.4 Fans - pressure control settings
No. Explanation
1261 If an certain amount of pressure differential through the boxes is required,
it is possible to achieve this by the fans control. The control can take place
by switching on and off fans or with an analogue output. With the analogue
output the fan speed can increase or decrease.
1262 The readout of the pressure will take place in Pascal.
The readout can be in:
• whole (0000)
• tenth (000.0)
• hundreds (00.00)
• thousands (0.000)
1263 The lowest pressure which can be adjusted as set point
1264 The highest pressure which can be adjusted as set point
1265 The switch-on time of the fans (only valid if parameter 1261 is 1)
1266 The switch-off time of the fans (only valid if parameter 1261 is 1)
1267 The proportional band of the pressure control.
See appendix .. for more details
1268 The integration time of the pressure control.
See appendix .. for more details.
1269 The D action of the pressure control.
1270 The offset of the pressure control.
1280 Should the fan speed depends of the deviation from the measured control
temperature according to the set point? The larger the deviation the faster
the fans will run.
1281 The offset for P1280.
1282 The delay time before the fan speed will be adjusted. This is to avoid changes
in the fan speed if the pressure changes only for a short period of time.
1283 The P band for P1280.
1284 The I time for P1280.
1290 Pressure alarm active?
1291 Maximum pressure after which an alarm will be generated.
1292 Minimum pressure after which an alarm will be generated.

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5.5.5 Cooling settings
No. Explanation
1301 Differential of the cooling (differential between switching on and off)
1302 Offset of the cooling (offset from switch off temperature compared with the
set point)
1303 Offset for the second cooling stage.
1310 P band for the analogue output of the cooling .
1311 I time for the analogue output of the cooling.
1312 D action for the analogue output of the cooling.
1313 Offset for the PID of the cooling.
1320 Switch on extra cooling capacity if differential temperature between the air
limit sensor and the control temperature is getting to large?
1321
1322 Should the cooling be disabled if the temperature is lower than this minimum
temperature even if there is a exceeding from P1320.
1323 Less cooling if the air limit sensor measures a value which is within the range
of this parameter from the alarm values of P2042 & 2044. With this an alarm
can be avoid.
1330 If the set point is lower than this temperature, the extra cooling will be
activated.
1331 During fan reverse mode, the cooling capacity can be limited. This can be
necessary if the fan capacity is lower in reverse mode than in normal mode.
1332 Switch cooling off when an absolute minimum alarm 1 in the zone occurs?
1333 Switch cooling off when an absolute minimum alarm 2 in the zone occurs?
1334 The coolant temperature should be lower than the set point otherwise it’s
not possible to cool in the room. The minimum deviation between the coolant
temperature and the set point can be adjusted with this parameter.
1335 Time after which the coolant sensor P1334 degrees below the set point
should be after the cooling has started, otherwise an error code will appear.
If the coolant doesn’t have this deviation this can point to an error into the
refrigeration equipment.
1336 Switch off the cooling if P1335 has generated an alarm?
1350 It is possible to stop the cooling if:
• blocking is active
• in both cases
• not at all

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5.5.6 Heating settings
No. Explanation
1401 Differential of the heating (differential between switching on and off).
1402 Offset of the heating (offset from switch off temperature compared with the
set point).
1410 P band for the analogue output of the heating.
1411 I time for the analogue output of the heating.
1412 D action for the analogue output of the heating.
1413 Offset for the PID of the heating.
1423 Less heating if the air limit sensor measures a value which is within the range
of this parameter from the alarm values of P2041 & 2043.
1432 Switch heating off when an absolute maximum alarm 1 in the zone occurs?
1433 Switch heating off when an absolute maximum alarm 2 in the zone occurs?
1450 It is possible to stop the heating if:
• blocking is active
• in both cases
• not at all

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5.5.7 Gassing settings
No. Explanation
1501 Differential of the gassing (only when a gas sensor is used).
1502 Offset gas concentration (offset from switch off concentration compared with
the set point).
1510 Gassing with a pulse – pause control? This means that the gas valve is open
during P 1511 time and closed during P 1512 time. This continues during the
gassing period.
1511 Pulse time of the gassing (if P1510 is 1)..
1512 Pause time of the gassing (if P1510 is 1)
1520 The maximum time the gas valve may be opened during the gassing period if
a gas sensor is used. If this time has elapsed and the concentration has not
reached the set point, an alarm will be generated.
1521 Gas minimal/maximal pulse time active during gassing on concentration. This
parameter is valid in combination with P1522, 1523 en 1524.
1522 Minimal on time gas valve during gassing on concentration in block time. If
the gas valve has not been opened enough before the block time has expired,
the valve will be forced to open to reach the minimal time for gassing.
1523 Maximal on time gas valve during gassing on concentration in block time.
Even if the gas concentration is getting lower than the gas set point –
differential, the valve will not be opened if the time of this parameter has
expired.
1524 The block time for P 1522 and P 1523.
1530 The number of the gas carrousel. Controllers with the same number will not
be gassing at the same time. If more than one controllers wants to start
gassing, these controllers will be placed in a queue. As soon as the controller
from which the gassing is active, is ready, the next controller will start
gassing. This avoids that there will be not enough gas in the rooms because
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5.5.8 Ventilation settings
No. Explanation
1601 Should a ventilation take place if the gas concentration exceed a higher level
than the value of P1603? If yes, this will only take place after the gassing
period.
1602 Should a ventilation take place if the gas concentration exceed a higher level
than the value of P1603 during the gassing period?
1603 The maximum ethylene level where above a forced ventilation will start
(if P1601 or P1602 is 1).
1604 The differential for P1603.
1610 Should a ventilation take place if the CO2 level exceed a higher level than the
value of P1612? If yes, this will only take place after the gassing period.
1611 Should a ventilation take place if the CO2 level exceed a higher level than the
value of P1612 during the gassing period?
1612 The maximum CO2 level where above a forced ventilation will start
(if P1610 or P1611 is 1).
1613 The differential for P1612.
1620 The number of the ventilation carrousel. Controllers with the same number
will not ventilate at the same time. If more than one controllers wants to start
ventilate, these controllers will be placed in a queue. As soon as the controller
which is ventilating is ready, the next controller will start ventilating.
This avoids that there will be not enough fresh air in the rooms because of
the limitation of the ventilation duct.
5.5.9 Humidity control settings
No. Explanation
1701 Differential for the humidifying.
1702 Differential for the dehumidifying.
1703 Offset humidity control.
1710 The humidity control can be switched off if:
• if blocking is active
• in both cases
• not at all
1720 RH alarm active?
1721 Maximal humidity level after which an alarm will be generated.
1722 Minimal humidity level after which an alarm will be generated.
1723 Differential for P1722 and P1723.
1724 Blocking humidity alarm if the door is open?

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5.5.10 Airbag settings
No. Explanation
1801 Is there an airbag present?
1802 Signalling possibilities for the airbag.
1803 Blocking airbag errors if the door is open?
1804 Delay time for airbag errors after the door is closed. After the delay time the
alarms will be active.
5.5.11 Temperature alarms settings
No. Explanation
2001 Should absolute alarm 1 be active? A choice can be made between:
• no alarm
• always
• only during control
The last case will block the alarm when the room is off.
An absolute alarm is an alarm whereby the entered value (P2002 and P2003)
is the real temperature. The alarm values does not depends on the set point.
2002 Absolute maximum temperature where above an alarm will be generated
2003 Absolute minimum temperature where under an alarm will be generated
2004 The delay time for absolute alarm 1. The alarm will only be generated after
this time has been expired. If the alarm situation has been solved during the
delay time, no alarm will be generated.
2011 Absolute alarm 2 active?
2012 Absolute maximum temperature were above an alarm will be generated
2013 Absolute minimum temperature where under an alarm will be generated
2014 The delay time for absolute alarm 2
2021 Relative alarm 1 active? A relative alarm is connected to the set point.
A choice can be made between:
• no alarm
• always
• only during control
The last case will block the alarm when the room is off.
2022 Relative maximum temperature where above an alarm will be generated.
So the temperature which will be entered here, should be the differential
temperature compared to the set point. If f.i. this value is 5K there will be an
alarm as soon as the temperature is more than 5K above the set point.
2023 Relative minimum temperature where under an alarm will be generated
2024 The delay time for relative alarm 1
2031 Relative alarm 2 active?
2032 Relative maximum temperature where above an alarm will be generated
2033 Relative minimum temperature where under an alarm will be generated
2034 The delay time for relative alarm 2
2041 The absolute maximum air temperature. If the temperature is above this
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No. Explanation
2042 The absolute minimum air temperature. If the temperature is under this
value, the cooling will be switch off. No alarm will be generated.
2043 The relative maximum air temperature. If the temperature is above this value,
the heating will be switch off. No alarm will be generated.
2044 The relative minimum air temperature. If the temperature is under this value,
the cooling will be switch off. No alarm will be generated.
2050 Differential for the maximum air temperature. If the temperature drops under
the alarm temperature – differential, the heating will be active again.
2051 Differential for the minimum air temperature. If the temperature rises above
the alarm temperature + differential, the cooling will be active again.
2060 To avoid temperature alarms caused by an open door, it is possible to disable
the alarm as long as the door is open.
5.5.12 Alarm relays settings

In this parameter section the alarm relays can be assigned to several
functions. Each alarm relay can be used for more than one alarm
situations.
The choices which can be made are:
• 0 – no relay
• 1 – non fatal alarm relay
• 2 – fatal alarm relay.
No. Explanation
2101 Alarm relay for absolute alarm 1.
2102 Alarm relay for absolute alarm 2.
2103 Alarm relay for relative alarm 1.
2104 Alarm relay for relative alarm 2.
2105 Alarm relay after power failure.
2106 Alarm relay for cooling failure.
2107 Alarm relay for heating failure.
2108 Alarm relay for airbag failure.
2109 Alarm relay for door failure.
2110 Alarm relay for fan failure.
2111 Alarm relay for maximum exceeding maximum gas time.
2112 Alarm relay for ventilation failure.
2113 Alarm relay for sensor failure.
2120 Fatal alarm can be reset? If no, the relay will only be reset if the alarm has
been solved. If yes has been chosen, the alarm relay can been reset even if
the alarm situation is still there.
2121 Non fatal alarm can be reset yes or no?
2122 Continue control during external fatal alarm? If yes has been chosen, the
program will continue even if the external alarm input is active. If no has been
chosen, the program will stop if the external alarm input is active.

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54 Parameters
5.5.13 Temperature sensors settings
No. Explanation
3010 Sensor 1 type.
Use this parameter to indicate what type of sensor is connected.
Info sensors are not used for control functions and are only used for display.
The functions of sensor types 2 & 3 and 5 & 6 will change as soon the
direction of rotation from the fans changes. A control sensor will change to an
info sensor and an info sensor will change to a control sensor.
3011 A sensor can be assigned to one or multiple zones. All kind of combinations
are possible. If more than one sensor is assigned to one zone and these
sensors have the same function, the average of these sensors will be used.
3012 The offset value of the sensor compensates the deviation of the sensor.
3013 Which alarm should be activated if an absolute alarm occurs?
3014 Which alarm should be activated if a relative alarm occurs?
3020 .. 3094 Parameters 3010 .. 3014 are valid for sensor 1.
Parameters 3020 .. 3094 have the same functions but now for sensor 2 .. 9.

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5.5.14 Other sensors settings
No. Explanation
3110 Sensor 1 type. Use this parameter to set the type of sensor that is connected
to the analogue input. Use the hardware setting to set the analogue input
range to:
0-1Vdc, 0-10Vdc or 4-20mA.
3111 Position of decimal point in displayed value. Use no decimal point or set
decimal point after 1st, 2nd or 3rd digit:
No decimal point : 0000
After 1st digit : 000.0
After 2nd digit : 00.00
After 3rd digit : 0.000
3112 Because the analogue inputs can be used for nearly each possible range, it
is necessary to configure the input to the range of the sensor which will be
used. This should be done entering the right value for each input value.
3113 At this parameter the measured value which generates a 0V or 0mA signal
should be entered.
3114 Same as P3112 but now with a 0,2V, 2V or 4mA signal.
3117 Same as P3112 but now with a 1V, 10V or 20mA signal.
Example:
If a humidity sensor is connected and this sensor has an output from 0-1Vdc
according to 0-100% RH, the following values should be entered:
P3112 – 0
P3113 – 20
P3114 – 40
P3115 – 60
P3116 – 80
P3117 – 100
3118 Offset value of the sensor. With this parameter the deviation of the sensor
can be compensated.
3120 .. 3188 Parameters 3110 .. 3118 are used for sensor 1.
Parameters 3120 .. 3188 have the same functions but now for sensors 2 .. 8.
5.5.15 Digital inputs settings
No. Explanation
3210 Digital inputs can be used for several different functions. With this parameter
the function of the first digital input can be configured.
3211 The digital input can be configured as a normally open (NO) contact or a
normally closed (NC) contact.
3220 .. 3281 Parameters 3210 and 3211 are used for input 1.
Parameters 3220 .. 3281 have the same functions but now for inputs 2 .. 8.

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5.5.16 Relays settings
No. Explanation
4001 The relays outputs can be used for several different functions. With this
parameter the function of the first relay output can be configured.
4002 .. 4016 Parameter 4001 is used for relay 1.
Parameters 4002 .. 4016 have the same function but now for relays 2 .. 16.
5.5.17 Analogue outputs settings
No. Explanation
4101 The analogue outputs can be configured for several different functions. With
this parameter the functions of the first analogue output can be configured
4102 .. 4108 Parameter 4101 is used for output 1.
Parameters 4102 .. 4108 have the same function but now for outputs 2 .. 8.
4110 If the analogue output is used for function 1 or 2, the required range for the
0-10V should be adjusted.
Example: Should the 0-10V correspond to -10/+40°C, this parameter should
have the value -10
4111 This parameter belongs to parameter 4110. With this parameter the
maximum value of the required range should be entered.
For the example the value +40 should be entered.

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PROBA 4 Appendix A 57
A Operations of controls
A.1 Cooling and Heating

• The cooling switches on at setpoint + offset + differential and switches
off at setpoint + offset.
• The heating switches on at setpoint + offset - differential and switches
off at setpoint + offset.
A.2 Humidifying
The humidifying process switches on at setpoint + offset + differential and
switches off at setpoint + offset.
A.3 Gassing
The gassing process switches on at setpoint + offset - differential and
switches off at setpoint + offset.
A.4 Proprotional outputs for

Cooling and Heating
Should an analogue output be used as a proportional output for the
cooling, then this output will emit 100% if the temperature is equal to or
higher than setpoint + offset + proportional band. At a temperature of
setpoint + offset the emission will be 0%. In the intermediate part the
output will run linear with the temperature.
Should an analogue output be used as a proportional output for the

heating, then this output will emit 100% if the temperature is equal to
or lower than setpoint + offset - proportional band. At a temperature of
setpoint + offset the emission will be 0%. In the intermediate part the
output will run linear with the temperature.

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58 Appendix A
A.5 Proportional intergrating output

for the Cooling and Heating
When a proportional output is used for the cooling an equilibrium
is created whereby there is enough cooling to compensate the heat
development. Thus the output continues to emit and the set point is not
reached. The I-function ensures that the so-called ‘control error’ over the
set I-time is compensated.
.

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Fig. 18 PI-control graph

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60 List of figures
List of figures
Fig. 1 VASP system 5
Fig. 2 Overview 6
Fig. 3 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB204012 9
Fig. 4 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB304012 10
Fig. 5 Internal view PROBA 4 STB204012 11
Fig. 6 Internal view PROBA 4 STB304012 12
Fig. 7 Drawing 100334 14
Fig. 8 Detail digital inputs 15
Fig. 9 Detail I2C bus 15
Fig. 10 Detail RS485 bus 15
Fig. 11 Detail power supply 16
Fig. 12 Detail relay outputs 16
Fig. 13 Drawing 100790 17
Fig. 14 Detail analogue outputs 18
Fig. 15 Detail analogue inputs 18
Fig. 16 Detail Pt1000 inputs 19
Fig. 17 Possible network configurations 20
Fig. 18 PI-control graph 59

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Before the installation is going to be used, the instructions mentioned

⇒ These rules of prevention of accidents must be kept near the

⇒ Take precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge.

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It is possible to connect to a plant with several cells.

Each cell contains a controller

The PROBA Ripening System consists of the following main components:

Each ripening room is fully controlled by it’s own PROBA 4 Controller.

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1.2 Overview User Manual

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Power supply : 85 - 264Vac

Operation : • Ethernet LAN connection using a PC

Input/Output signals : • 9x Pt1000 Temperature sensors

: • 6x Analog inputs for 2 or 3-wire shielded sensors

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RS485 Network : 2x RS485 Network connection with +12Vdc supply output,

Ethernet : Ethernet connector to connect PROBA 4 to the Ethernet LAN

USB connection : The USB connector is normally not used.

Terminals : Plug-in screw terminals

• In- and Output signals PCB-part : MSTBVA 2,5/...

• In- and Output signals PCB-part: MCV 1,5/...G...

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Fig. 3 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB204012

3.2 PROBA 4 wide cabinet

Fig. 4 Dimensions PROBA 4 STB304012

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3.3 PROBA 4 internal view small cabinet

Fig. 5 Internal view PROBA 4 STB204012

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3.4 PROBA 4 internal view wide cabinet

Fig. 6 Internal view PROBA 4 STB304012

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• The use of shielded cables is required for:

• Use for Ethernet LAN cable only FTP shielded cables.

• Make sure all cables are connected correctly.

• The PROBA 4 is considered to be a component which will be installed

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4.2 PROBA 4 Basic PCB

I C-bus for extension

Shield only on one side to earth GND C-3

NC-4 4: Relay SPDT NO/NC/C

8: Relay SPST NO (Heating-1)

RS232 Factory use only 9: Relay SPST NO (Heating-2)

11: Relay SPST NO (Fan-1)

Ethernet connection 12: Relay SPST NO (Fan-2)

USB-1 (type-A) 13: Relay SPST NO (Fan-3)

4.2.1 Digital inputs

The connections are

Fig. 8 Detail digital inputs

4.2.2 I2C-bus for extension

Fig. 9 Detail I2C bus

4.2.3 RS485 bus

Fig. 10 Detail RS485 bus

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