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OptiMate® OM1510
Operator Terminal

OptiMate® configuration software allows you to predefine up to 160 messages. These messages can be later selected by your PLC or computer program to display status, variable data and allow numeric data input. Messages can also be configured into a layered menu tree, which allows you the ability to create hierarchical function selection for the operator. For computer applications, additional messages can be sent directly over the serial communication port.

Indicator lights and function keys can be custom labeled by the user with a plastic insert. The insert can be custom legended with text and/or graphics, and slips into a protective pocket behind the faceplate.

The OM1510 Operator Terminal is part of Optimation's OptiMate® series. Each OptiMate® module is designed to connect to a microprocessor or most PLC's with a single cable connection. OptiMate® modules can be used individually, or together with any combination of other OptiMate® modules.

When used with a microprocessor system, simple communications over either an RS232 or RS422 communications cable allows the microprocessor to directly control the lights and LCD display as well as read numeric data entry and function key status.

When used with a PLC, operation is transparent to the user. Terminal functions tie directly into your PLC ladder logic program. The OM1510 takes care of the rest.

Features
. 2 line x 20 character backlit LCD display
. Full numeric keypad
. Arrow key data adjustment and jog options
. User-Legendable function keys and indicator lights
. 160 User-definable messages
. User-defined hierarchical menu tree capability
. Stand-alone capability with direct connection to most PLCs
. Compatible with any computer via serial communications
. Mix and match with other OptiMate® modules

Benefits
. Eliminates the need for controller I/O modules for operator panel use
. Easy data entry, function selection, display and status indication in one             module
. Reduces system integration and retrofit costs
. Removes and replaces maintainability
. Rapid future expansion
. Reduced maintenance costs
. Attractive, eye-appealing appearance

Operational Overview
The OM1510 Terminal incorporates all of the basic elements necessary for operator interface. Indicator lights highlight status, function keys allow operator function selection, the alphanumeric display provides text information, and the numeric keypad allows data entry and adjustment. Together, the alphanumeric display and associated pushbuttons also allow for user-defined menu tree selection of functions.

The OM1510 interfaces over either an RS232 or RS422 serial link to any computer-based system and many popular PLCs. In a computer-based system, interface occurs via a very easy to use OptiMate® Hex protocol. For a PLC-based system, operation is totally controlled through a bank of 8 PLC registers. Everything else is handled by the OM1510 Terminal.

PLC-Based Systems
PLC-based systems access the OM1510 via a bank of 8 registers. Lights and buttons appear as coils and contacts (or register bits) in the PLC. Messages can be predefined, stored in the OM1510 and used by the PLC program. To use a predefined message, your PLC program simply places the message number that you have associated with the message into a PLC register. Text, data display, keypad data entry and arrow adjustment messages are all available. Up to 160 messages can be predefined.

There are three types of messages that handle numeric values. A data display message will display the value you place in the line's data register in the message field that has been predefined. The top display line on the right illustrates a data display message. The message has been predefined as message # 6. The carets(^) in the message are place holders for the numeric display. To use the message to display data, simply place the value '6' in the top line message select register and the value (in this case, 347.6) in the top line data register. The OM1510 takes care of the rest.

Data entry and adjustment work similarly, with data ending up in the PLC data register.

The OM1510 allows up to four levels of menu. Each menu selection can be either a function or the next lower menu level. With this type of "tree" arrangement, you can construct an application menu that allows the user quick easy access to a large number of functions.

Use with a Computer
The OM1510Terminal provides all of the same capabilities to a computer-based system that it does to a PLC system. It also provides the added capability of utilizing additional messages that are not predefined, but are passed over the serial link. The OptiMate® Hex protocol makes computer-based applications a very simple undertaking.

Specifications

Physical
. Recessed Mount Housing 9.5"L x 4.0"H x 1.75"D
. Cutout size for above 3.56"Hx8.46"L
. Panel Fasteners : Four, 6x32 threaded studs, (on ends, symmetrical about    center line)
. Weight : 19 ounces
. Color: Dark gray housing. Numeric keys : blue with white letters. Other        keypad keys ; gray with white letters. Function keys ; White with user-            supplied label
. Lamp Colors : Red, Green, Yellow
. LCD display : 2 line x 20 character STN with LED backlight character size :      5.5mm high x 3.2mm wide
. Button Type : Membrane panel with dome switch snap action

Electrical
. Power (all lamps on) : 8 - 30VDC @ 5.7Watts
. 420 mA @ 12VDC 240 mA @ 24VDC
. Power connector : Pluggable terminal block, 2 position

Communications
. RS232 and RS422 ; 4800 to 19200 baud
. Compatible with most major PLC protocols
. Hex Slave Protocol for computer-based systems
. 15 pin female 'D' shell connector

Environmental
. Enclosure - NEMA 4 (installed)
. Temperature - 0 to 50 C
. Humidity - 95% Non-condensing

Labelling of Function keys
. User-defined slide-in Labels

Message Types (160 user defined messages available)
. General Text message
. Data display message (one data value per line)
. Keypad data entry (Integer, fixed point, or variable point)
. Arrow adjustment data message (Integer or fixed point)

Menu Tree
. Hierarchical (up to four levels)
. User-defined through configuration editor
. Stored in module's non -volatile memory
. User-defined association with function number
. Program control of enable/disable
. Each menu item takes one of the 160 available messages

Numeric Types and Values
. Integer
. Fixed Point
. Variable Point
. BCD (Values from 0 - 9999; with appropriate decimal placement)
. Binary (Values from0- 65535 with appropriate decimal placement)

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