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DESCRIPTION

This bulletin serves as a guide for the installation, configuration and operation

of the RS232 and RS485 serial communications plug-in cards for the CUB5.

The plug-in cards are separately purchased option cards that plug into the main

circuit board of the meter. Only one communication card can be used at a time.

Crimson is a Windows

based program that allows configuration of the CUB5

meters from a PC. Crimson offers standard drop-down menu commands, that

make it easy to program the CUB5 meters. The CUB5 program can then be

saved in a PC file for future use. A CUB5 serial plug-in card is required to

program the meter using the software.

MODEL CUB5COM -SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PLUG-IN OPTION CARDS

Bulletin No. CUB5COM-B

Drawing No. LP0606

Released 1/08

Tel +1 (717) 767-6511

Fax +1 (717) 764-0839

www.redlion.net

INSTALLING PLUG-IN CARDS

The cards plug into the main circuit board of the meter as shown.

WARNING: Disconnect all power to the unit before

installing Plug-in card.

CAUTION: The Plug-in cards and main circuit board contain static

sensitive components. Before handling the cards, discharge static

charges from your body by touching a grounded bare metal

object. Ideally, handle the cards at a static controlled clean

workstation. Also, only handle the cards by the edges. Dirt, oil or

other contaminants that may contact the cards can adversely

affect circuit operation.

WIRING CONNECTIONS

Connections to the serial communications cards are made through an RJ11

modular connector. Connector pin-outs for the RS485 and RS232 cards are

shown below.

SPECIFICATIONS

RS485 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD

Type: RS485 multi-point balanced interface (non-isolated)

Baud Rate: 300 to 38.4k

Data Format: 7/8 bits; odd, even, or no parity

Bus Address: 0 to 99; max 32 meters per line

Transmit Delay: Selectable, 2 msec min. or 50 msec min.

RS232 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD

Type: RS232 half duplex (non-isolated)

Baud Rate: 300 to 38.4k

Data Format: 7/8 bits; odd, even, or no parity

ORDERING INFORMATION

* Crimson software is available for download from http://www.redlion.net/

Comms Card

RJ11 CONNECTOR PIN OUTS

MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

SFCRD*

CBL

CUB5COM

Crimson 2 PC Configuration Software for

Windows 98, ME, 2000 and XP

RS232 Programming Cable (DB9-RJ11)

RS485 Serial Communications Card

SFCRD200

CBLPROG0

CUB5COM1

RS485 Programming Cable (DB9-RJ11)

RS232 Serial Communications Card

CBPRO007

CUB5COM2

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Company warrants the products it manufactures against defects in materials and

workmanship for a period limited to two years from the date of shipment, provided the

products have been stored, handled, installed, and used under proper conditions. The

Company’s liability under this limited warranty shall extend only to the repair or

replacement of a defective product, at The Company’s option. The Company disclaims

all liability for any affirmation, promise or representation with respect to the products.

The customer agrees to hold Red Lion Controls harmless from, defend, and indemnify

RLC against damages, claims, and expenses arising out of subsequent sales of RLC

products or products containing components manufactured by RLC and based upon

personal injuries, deaths, property damage, lost profits, and other matters which Buyer,

its employees, or sub-contractors are or may be to any extent liable, including without

limitation penalties imposed by the Consumer Product Safety Act (P.L. 92-573) and

liability imposed upon any person pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (P.L.

93-637), as now in effect or as amended hereafter.

No warranties expressed or implied are created with respect to The Company’s products

except those expressly contained herein. The Customer acknowledges the disclaimers

and limitations contained herein and relies on no other warranties or affirmations.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Bulletin No. CUB5COM-B Drawing No. LP0606 Released 1/08 Tel +1 (717) 767-6511 Fax +1 (717) 764-0839 www.redlion.net MODEL CUB5COM -SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PLUG-IN OPTION CARDS DESCRIPTION This bulletin serves as a guide for the installation, configuration and operation of the RS232 and RS485 serial communications plug-in cards for the CUB5. The plug-in cards are separately purchased option cards that plug into the main circuit board of the meter. Only one communication card can be used at a time.
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MODULE 5 - SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS PARAMETERS (5-SEr) PARAMETER MENU Module 5 is the programming module for the Serial Communications Parameters. These parameters are used to match the serial settings of the CUB5 with those of the host computer or other serial device. The Serial Setup Parameters are only accessible when an optional RS232 or RS485 serial communications module is installed in the meter.
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Sending Serial Commands and Data When sending commands to the meter, a string containing at least one command character must be constructed. A command string consists of a command character, a value identifier, numerical data (if writing data to the meter) followed by a command terminator character, * or $. Register Identification Chart Command Chart Command Description N T V R P Analog Models - CUB5V, CUB5I, CUB5P, CUB5TC, CUB5RT Notes Address a specific meter.
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Command Response Time The meter can only receive data or transmit data at any one time (half-duplex operation). During RS232 transmissions, the meter ignores commands while transmitting data, but instead uses RXD as a busy signal. When sending commands and data to the meter, a delay must be imposed before sending another command. This allows enough time for the meter to process the command and prepare for the next command.