FloBoss 107 Instruction Manual
Revised June-2017 Contents iii
Contents
Chapter 1 – General Information 1-1
1.1 Scope of Manual ............................................................................................................................1-2
1.2 FloBoss 107 Overview ...................................................................................................................1-2
1.3 Hardware ........................................................................................................................................1-5
1.3.1 Processor and Memory ....................................................................................................1-6
1.3.2 Backplane ........................................................................................................................1-6
1.3.3 Expansion Rack ...............................................................................................................1-6
1.3.4 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ........................................................................................1-6
1.3.5 Battery and Super-capacitor ............................................................................................1-8
1.3.6 Built-in Inputs and Outputs ...............................................................................................1-8
1.3.7 Built-in Communications ..................................................................................................1-8
1.3.8 Built-in Resistance Thermal Device (RTD) ................................................................... 1-10
1.3.9 Built-in Loop Output Power ........................................................................................... 1-10
1.3.10 Optional Inputs and Outputs ......................................................................................... 1-10
1.3.11 Optional Communication Modules – COM3 ................................................................. 1-11
1.3.12 Optional Multi-Variable Sensor (MVS) .......................................................................... 1-12
1.3.13 Optional Integral Sensors ............................................................................................. 1-12
1.3.14 Optional License Key .................................................................................................... 1-12
1.3.15 Optional Enclosures ...................................................................................................... 1-12
1.3.16 Optional LCD Touchpad ............................................................................................... 1-13
1.4 Firmware ..................................................................................................................................... 1-14
1.4.1 History Points ................................................................................................................ 1-15
1.4.2 Alarm Log ...................................................................................................................... 1-16
1.4.3 Event Log ...................................................................................................................... 1-17
1.4.4 Security ......................................................................................................................... 1-17
1.4.5 I/O Database ................................................................................................................. 1-18
1.4.6 Function Sequence Tables (FST) ................................................................................. 1-18
1.4.7 PID Control.................................................................................................................... 1-18
1.4.8 Spontaneous-Report-By-Exception (SRBX) Alarming .................................................. 1-19
1.4.9 Softpoints ...................................................................................................................... 1-19
1.4.10 Opcodes ........................................................................................................................ 1-19
1.4.11 Pass Through Communications .................................................................................... 1-19
1.4.12 ROC and Modbus Protocols ......................................................................................... 1-19
1.4.13 User C Programs .......................................................................................................... 1-20
1.5 ROCLINK
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800 Configuration Software ..................................................................................... 1-20
1.6 Product Electronics ..................................................................................................................... 1-22
1.6.1 Real-Time Clock ........................................................................................................... 1-22
1.6.2 Diagnostic Monitoring ................................................................................................... 1-22
1.6.3 Automatic Self Tests ..................................................................................................... 1-22
1.6.4 Low Power Mode .......................................................................................................... 1-23
1.7 Flow Measurements .................................................................................................................... 1-23
1.8 Security Gateway ........................................................................................................................ 1-24
1.9 Additional Technical Information ................................................................................................. 1-25
Chapter 2 – Installation and Use 2-1
2.1 Installation Requirements ...............................................................................................................2-1
2.1.1 Environmental Requirements...........................................................................................2-1
2.1.2 Site Requirements ...........................................................................................................2-2
2.1.3 Compliance with Hazardous Area Standards ..................................................................2-4
2.1.4 Power Installation Requirements .....................................................................................2-4
2.1.5 Grounding Installation Requirements ..............................................................................2-5