RD 50R Manual

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Instruction
Manual
Analog Sensor Controller
RD Series
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Safety precautions
This manual describes how to install the RD Series as well as its operating pro-
cedures and precautions. Please read this manual carefully to get the best from
your RD Series.
Symbols
The following symbols alert you to important messages. Be sure to read these
messages carefully.
WARNING Failure to follow instructions may lead to injury.
(electric shock, burn, etc.)
CAUTION Failure to follow instructions may lead to product damage.
Note Provides additional information on proper operation.
General precautions
At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the functions and perfor-
mance of the RD series.
We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid any
damage in the event a problem occurs.
Do not open or modify the RD series or use it in any way other than
described in the specifications.
When the RD series is used in combination with other instruments, func-
tions and performance may be degraded, depending on operating condi-
tions and the surrounding environment.
Do not use the RD series for the purpose of protecting the human body.
See page 80 for WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS.
CAUTION
This is a Class A (EN55011 EMI standard) product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adaquate measures.
Configuration of this instruction manual

This instruction manual consists of the following six sections:
Page
1. I/O preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 to 12
2. Display & Tolerance Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 to 17
3. Use of Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 to 38
4. Data Processing Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 to 51
5. Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 to 80
6. Specifications & Hints on Correct Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 to 79
Note
Section 3 "Use of Functions" and section 4 "Data Processing Mode" pro-
vide tables of contents listing reference page numbers on their first pages,
respectively.
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Table of Contents
Be sure to read the section marked with an asterisk.
Page
Quick operation for tolerance differentiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
I/O Preparation
Part names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setting input range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Panel key operation lock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
I/O circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Display & Tolerance Setting
Setting tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Calling tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting hysteresis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Auto-zero function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Use of Functions
Table of modes and function numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Function setting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Average mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Digital filter mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Input mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Comparison mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Digits/Decimal point mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Offset mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Output form mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Operating method selection mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Analog voltage output function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
MDL (Multi-point Digital Linearize) function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Data Processing Mode
Table of data processing modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Normal mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Peak hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Bottom hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Peak-to-peak hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sample hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Auto peak hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Auto bottom hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Peak (Bottom) detection output function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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Interface
RD-50E(W) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
RD-50R(W) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Communication parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Connector pin assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Connection to a personal computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
RS-232C code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Specifications & Hints on Correct Use
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Error messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Minimum input time and output response time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Hints on correct use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
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Contents itemized according to function

The RD series has the following functions:
Setting tolerance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Setting the tolerance values (HH, HI, LO, LL) enables the comparator output.
Auto-zero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
The displayed value can be instantaneously reset to "0000".
Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
The number of averaging measurements can be set according to the input or control
method.
Digital filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Removes from the analog input signal components with a frequency exceeding a speci-
fied level, in order to display and output the desired data form.
Input processing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Performs addition or subtraction of analog input values from two sensors and displays
the result.
Digits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
The number of displayed digits can be changed to 4 digits.
Decimal point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
The decimal point can be placed at the desired position.
Offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Any value can be added to or subtracted from the displayed value.
Output form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
The comparator output is maintained until the hold-reset signal is input or delayed by a
specified period ( called the off-delay).
Analog voltage output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
An analog voltage proportional to the displayed value can be output.
Multi-point digital linearizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Corrects the analog input signal to display/output a linear signal.
Peak hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
The maximum value during a specified period can be measured.
Bottom hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
The minimum value during a specified period can be measured.
Peak-to-peak hold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
The difference between the maximum and minimum values during a specified period
can be measured.
Sample hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
The value at a specified moment can be measured.
Auto peak hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
The maximum value from the start of measurement can be measured automatically.
Auto bottom hold mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
The minimum value from the start of measurement can be measured automatically.
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Quick operation for tolerance differentiation

2.
3.
1.
1. Set the input range according to the input signal using the DIP switches.
(Refer to page 9)
2. Connect the input signal cable to terminals 5 and 6 and the power supply
cable to terminals 25 and 26
(Turn the power ON and input an analog signal from a sensor. The RD will
display data according to the input signal level.)
3. Set the tolerance limits. (Refer to page 14.)
Analog input Comparator output

Displacement
sensor Open-collector output
RD
HH value
HI value Connecting the RD series to
LO value an analog output sensor enables
LL value
easy tolerance differentiation.
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Section 1
I/O Preparation
This section describes the procedure for con-
nection to analog output equipment and the
procedure for setting the input range on the
RD.
1.1 Part names
Main display:
Displays measured/set value
TIMING LED:
Lights when synchronous
signal is input
SELECT No. Display:

Compatrator output Displays tolerance/set
indicators values
Operation keys
DIP switches for setting

input range
DIP switch for
locking panel
key operation
Operation keys
Key Name Function
AUTO-ZERO Resets the value on the main display to "0000".

ZERO key
CALL key Calls a desired tolerance value.

CALL
SET key Selects the tolerance setting number.

SET Enters the tolerance setting mode.
MODE key Recalls the mode name (A to J) and sets the opera-
MODE tion mode.
LINEAR key Selects the multi-point digital linearizer setting num-

LIN. ber.
Enters the multi-point digital linearizer setting mode.
ENTER key Registers each function /mode setting.
Cancels errors.
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1.2 Setting the input range
Turn the power OFF and set DIP switches 1 and 2 as

1 2 3 shown below to select the desired input range.
DIP switch DIP switch

1 2
1 2
-OFF- 5 VDC
OFF OFF
range
1 2
DIP switches for 10 VDC
setting input range ON OFF
range
4 to 20 2
mA DC ON or OFF ON
range
Allowable input voltage (current)

5 VDC range 6V
10 VDC range 12 V
4 to 20 mA DC 0 to 24 mA
1.3 Panel key operation lock function

Use this function to inhibit the operation of the front panel keys.
Setting DIP switch 3 ON disables 3
1 2 3 front panel key operation.
-OFF-
DIP switch for

locking panel key operation
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1.4 Connections
NPN output (HH) 18 9 Synchronous
input 1 N.C.
NPN output (HI) 19 10 GND
2 0V
NPN output (GO) 20 11 Auto-zero
input
Interface connector
3 Analog voltage output
NPN output (LO) 21 12 GND
4 0V
NPN output (LL) 22 13 Hold reset
input 5 +
GND 23 14 GND IN1 (input X)
6 0V
NPN output (peak/bottom) 24 15 EXT1
setting input
7 +
External
25 16 EXT2 IN2 (input Y)
24 VDC 8 0V
26 17 EXT2
1 . . . . N.C. 18 . . . HH OUT (Open-collector output)

2 . . . . 0 V terminal (Terminals 2 and 4 are Outputs when the measured value
connected internally.) exceeds the HH limit value.
3, 4 . . Analog voltage output terminals (40 V, 100 mA max.)
(Output impedance: 100 ) 19 . . . HI OUT (Open-collector output)
5, 6, 7, 8 . . . . . . Analog input terminals Outputs when the measured value
9 . . . . Synchronous input terminal is between the HH and HI limit val-
Inputs a synchronous signal when ues.
this terminal is grounded. (40 V, 100 mA max.)
11 . . . Auto-zero input terminal 20 . . . GO OUT (Open-collector output)
Resets the value on the main dis- Outputs when the measured value
play to "0000" when this terminal is is within the tolerance range.
grounded. (40 V, 100 mA max.)
13 . . . Hold-reset input terminal 21 . . . LO OUT (Open-collector output)
When this terminal is grounded: Outputs when the measured value
(1) Resets the hold status of the is between the LL and LO limit val-
open-collector output. ues.
(2) Resets each hold mode. (40 V, 100 mA max.)
15, 16, 17 .... External setting input 22 . . . LL OUT (Open-collector output)
terminals Outputs when the measured value
Selects the desired set of tolerance falls below the LL limit value.
limits from the 8 sets of preset toler- (40 V, 100 mA max.)
ance values. 24 . . . Peak (Bottom) detection output ter-
The relationship between SELECT minal (Open-collector output)
No. and signal inputs to EXT 1, Outputs when the peak (bottom)
EXT 2 and EXT 3 is as follows: value is detected.
Terminal
(40 V, 100 mA max.)
Select No. EXT 1 EXT 2 EXT 3 25, 26 . . . Power supply terminals
0 OFF OFF OFF . . . . . 24 VDC 10%
1 ON OFF OFF 10, 12, 14, 23 . . . GND terminals
2 OFF ON OFF
3 ON ON OFF Terminals 2 and 4 are isolated
4 OFF OFF ON Note
from terminals 6 and 8.
5 ON OFF ON Do not short-circuit these terminals
6 OFF ON ON to each other or to the 0V power
7 ON ON ON supply terminal 26.
* "ON" indicates the condition where
the EXT terminal is grounded.
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1.4.1 Interface connector pin assignment
RD-50E(W) (NPN Open-collector or non-voltage contact signal can be input)
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
15 14 13 12 11 10 9
Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name

1 Input 1 9 Input 2
2 Data processing 1 10 Data processing 2
4 Offset 1 12 Offset 2
5 Offset 3 13 Bank 1
6 Bank 2 14 N.C.
7 GND 15 GND
8 GND
RD-50R(W) (RS-232C I/O)
13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14
Input/
Pin No. RS-232C signals Description of signals
Output
1 Shield Common to signal ground.
2 SD (TXD) Receives data from external equipment. Input
Transmits measurement data to external
3 RD (RXD) Output
equipment.
Enables output of measurement data
4 RS (RTS) Input
when ON (High).
5 CS (CTS) ON (High) when power is turned ON. Output
6 DR (DSR) ON (High) when power is turned ON. Output
7 SG (GND) Signal ground
8 CD (DCD) ON (High) when power is turned ON. Output
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1.5 I/O circuit

1.5.1 Input circuit
Input to SYNCHRONOUS (terminal 9), AUTO-ZERO (terminal 11) and HOLD RESET
(terminal 13)
+24 V
IN
or
GND
3 k
IN
470
Input non-voltage contact (relay, etc.) signals or
NPN open-collector signals to IN and GND.
GND Use terminals 10, 12, 14 or 23 as grounding
terminals. All ground terminals are connected
internally.
Input to EXT 1 (terminal 15), EXT 2 (terminal 16), EXT 3 (terminal 17) and connector
pins (RD-50E(W))
+5 V
IN
or
GND
1.5 k
IN
Input non-voltage contact (relay, etc.) signals or
3 k
NPN open-collector signals to IN and GND.
GND Use terminals 10, 12, 14 or 23 as grounding
terminals. All ground terminals are connected
internally.
Input to analog input terminal INPUT X (terminal 5) and INPUT Y (terminal 7)
+15 V
100 A : 5 VDC, 10 VDC

IN B :4 to 20 mA DC
250
B A
The 0 V terminals (6 and 8) and GND terminals
15 V are not connected internally.
1 M
0V
0V
1.5.2 Output circuit

Open-collector output
[HH OUT (terminal 18), HI OUT (terminal 19), GO OUT (terminal 20), LO OUT (terminal
21), LL OUT (terminal 22), PEAK/BOTTOM (terminal 24)]
NPN output
GND
Analog voltage output (terminals 3 and 4)

47 47
Output
The 0 V and GND terminals are not connected

0V internally.
0V
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Section 2
Display & Tolerance Setting
This section describes the procedure for set-
ting tolerance values and use of the AUTO-
ZERO function.
2.1 Setting tolerance

Tolerance limits (HH, HI, LO, LL) can be set on the RD for 5-level differentiation
(HH, HI, GO, LO, LL) and up to 8 sets of tolerance limits (Tolerance Nos. 0 to 7)
can be stored. (Tolerance No. H indicates the hysteresis setting mode. For
details on hysteresis setting, refer to page 16.)
2.1.1 Key sequence
1. Press the SET
key to enter the tolerance setting mode.
2. Using the or key, select the tolerance number (0 to 7).
SET or
The tolerance number changes every

time the UP or DOWN key is pressed.
3. Press the key to register the tolerance number.

The RD automatically proceeds to the HH setting mode.
HH
HI
GO
LO
LL
4. Using the or key, set the desired tolerance value.

or Press the key or the key to increment or dec-
rement, respectively, the displayed value.
Holding the or key pressed in causes the dis-
played value to change in larger steps.
5. Press the key to register the tolerance value.
The RD automatically proceeds to the HI setting mode.
HH
HI
GO
LO
LL
6. Perform steps 4 and 5 above.

The RD automatically proceeds to the LO setting mode.
HH
HI
GO
LO
LL

The RD automatically proceeds to the LL setting mode.
HH
HI
GO
LO
LL

The RD returns to the measurement mode.
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Tolerance limits can be set between the values -19999 and 39999.
When the CALL key is pressed in the tolerance setting mode, the latest tolerance setting
is recalled.
If you attempt to set HH less than HI, HI less than LO, or LO less than LL, "Err0"
appears on the main display and the value cannot be entered.
Press the key again and set a correct tolerance value.
When you enter the tolerance setting mode by pressing the SET key, no output signal
will turn ON while the tolerance settings are being performed. If an output is ON when
the SET
key is pressed, the ON status will be maintained.
2.2 Calling tolerance
The preset tolerance values (HH, HI, LO, LL) corresponding to the current toler-
ance number can be confirmed.
2.2.1 Key sequence
HH TIMING Tolerance No.0

HI
GO SELECT No.
LO
LL
RD-50R
1. Press the CALL

key.
CALL
HH
HI
The preset HH value corre-
GO sponding to tolerance No. 0
LO appears on the main display.
LL
2. 3. 4. Press the CALL

key.
CALL HI, LO and LL values are dis-
played in this sequence.
5. Press the CALL

key.
CALL
To change the preset tolerance in the tolerance calling mode, press the SET
key to enter
the tolerance setting mode. (Refer to page 14.)
To return to the measurement operation in the tolerance calling mode, press the
key.
The RD continues measurement/differentiation even in the tolerance calling mode.
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2.3 Setting hysteresis

The hysteresis margin for the comparator output (HH, HI, GO, LO, LL) has been
factory-set to 5 points (lowest digit).
To change the hysteresis margin, perform the following operation.
2.3.1 Key sequence
1. Press the SET
key to enter the tolerance setting mode.
SET
2. Using the or key, select tolerance No. H.

or
3. Press the key to enter the hysteresis setting mode.
4. Using the or key, set the hysteresis margin.

Press the key or the key to increment or
or decrement, respectively, the displayed value.
Holding the or key pressed in causes
the displayed value to change in larger steps.
5. Press the key to register the hysteresis margin.

2.3.2 Timing diagram

Hysteresis margin
HH value
HI value
LO value
LL value
(t)
ON
HH OUT
OFF
ON
HI OUT
OFF
ON
GO OUT
OFF
ON
LO OUT
OFF
ON
LL OUT
OFF
The hysteresis margin can be set between the values 0 and 100.
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2.4 Auto-zero function

The auto-zero function instantaneously resets the displayed value to "0000".
2.4.1 Effective use
The auto-zero function simplifies zero-point adjustment at product changeover.
Auto-zero can be performed using any of the following three procedures:

2.4.2 Key sequence
1. Press the ZERO
key on the front panel.
ZERO
HH TIMING HH TIMING
HI HI
GO SELECT No. GO SELECT No.
LO LO
LL LL
RD-50R RD-50R
(The value displayed just when

the [ZERO] key is released is reset to "0000".
2. Ground the auto-zero input terminal 11 for an instant.
3. Send the character "V" from external equipment (computer, etc.) via the RS-
232C interface. (RD-50R(W) only)
To recall the value cancelled by the auto-zero function, use either of the following proce-
dures:
1. Press and hold in the ZERO key for three seconds.
2. Send the character "W" from external equipment (computer, etc.) via the RS-232C
interface. (RD-50R(W)only)
If an offset value has been set on the RD, the offset value is displayed when the ZERO
key
is pressed.
Note
When the DIP switch for locking the panel key operation is set to OFF (refer to page 9),
the RD stores the displayed value every time the auto-zero function is activated. (If the
power is turned OFF, the stored value is retained.)
When the DIP switch for locking the panel key operation is set to ON, the auto-zero
function can be activated by the external signal, the displayed value cannot be stored.
To activate the auto-zero function frequently using the external signal, set the DIP switch
to ON.
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MEMO
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Section 3
Use of Functions
This section describes the content of the vari-
ous modes (other than the basic functions)
and the procedure for setting each mode.
3.1 Table of modes and function numbers

Function
Reference
No.
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 page
Mode
Average
A Filter Setting the number of averaging measurement/digital filter P. 22
B Input X Y X+Y X-Y P. 25
Normal Peak Peak 2 Bottom Bottom Peak-to- Peak-to- Sample Auto- Auto
Data
C processing 2 peak peak 2 peak bottom P. 40
d Comparison Normal Compar- P. 26

ison
5 digits/ 5 digits/ 5 digits/ 5 digits/ 4 digits/ 4 digits/ 4 digits/
Digits 4th digit 3rd digit 2nd digit No 4th digit 3rd digit 2nd digit
E Decimal decimal P. 28
point point
F Offset 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 P. 29
Off-
G Output form Normal Hold delay P. 30
Front
H Operation panel Terminal P. 31
I Scaling Scaling of analog voltage output P. 33
J RS-232C Setting RS-232C communication parameters P. 56
MDL (Multi-point digital linearize) function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 35
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3.2 Function setting procedure

3.2.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey to enter the function setting mode.
MODE
2. Using the or key, select the desired function.

Select the desired function (A to J).
or (With the RD-50E(W), select any of functions A
to I. The selected function code will flash.)
3. Press the key to enter the function parameter mode.
4. Set the function parameters.

(For details on each function, refer to pages 22 through 51.)
5. After completing the settings, select "End" using the or key.
or
6. Press the key to register the function settings and return to the measure-
ment mode.
If the initial settings have been changed, the function code is displayed in red.
Pressing and holding in the ZERO
key in the function setting mode resets all functions (A
to J) to the initial settings.
To return to the measurement mode without changing any settings, press theMODEkey
again.
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3.3 Average mode

The average mode is used to set the average measurement time of input signals.
3.3.1 Effective use
Used to ignore sporadic fluctuations in the input signal
Used to perform high-speed differentiation
3.3.2 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once and the key once to enter the average mode.
2. Using the or key, select the desired number of averaging measure-
ment.
MODE
"L" and "H" indicate the digital filter mode. For

details on the digital filter mode, refer to page 23.
3. Press the key to register the number of measurements.
4. Press the key once and the key once to return to the measurement
mode.
3.3.3 Number of averaging measurement and average measurement

time
Main display Number of measurements*1 Measurement time (ms)*2
A-A0 1 0.5
A-A1 4 2
A-A2 16 8
A-A3 64 32
A-A4 256 128
A-A5 1024 512
A-A6 4096 2048
A-A7 16384 8192
A-A8 65536 32768
A-A9 262144 131072
*1 The number of measurements has been factory-set to "A-A3" (64).
*2 The average measurement time does not represent output response time. For the
output response time, refer to page 77.
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3.4 Digital filter mode

The digital filter mode is used to remove components of the analog input signal with a
frequency exceeding a specified level in order to display the desired data form.
3.4.1 Effective use
Low-pass filter:
Used to ignore large fluctuations in the input signal and only display gradual changes.
High-pass filter:
Used to ignore gradual changes in the input signal and only detect sporadic fluctuations.
3.4.2 Operation diagram
Using the digital filter function, you can obtain the following waveforms.
Low-pass filter
High-pass filter
3.4.3 Key sequence

1. Press theMODEkey once and the key once to enter the digital filter mode.
2. Using the or key, select the filter type and the cutoff frequency.
(L: Low-pass filter, x: High-pass filter)
MODE
or
("A" indicates the average mode.

For details on the average mode, refer
to page 22.)
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3. Press the key to register the filter type and cutoff frequency.
mode.
3.4.4 Filter No. and cutoff frequency
Filter No. Cutoff frequency Filter No. Cutoff frequency

(Main display) [Hz] (Main display) [Hz]
L0 100 x0 100
L1 50 x1 50
L2 20 x2 20
L3 10 x3 10
L4 5 x4 5
L5 2 x5 2
L6 1 x6 1
L7 0.5 x7 0.5
L8 0.2 x8 0.2
L9 0.1 x9 0.1
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3.5 Input mode

The input mode is used to perform addition or subtraction of analog input values from
two sensors and display the result.
3.5.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key once and then the key once to enter
the input mode.
2. Using the or key, select the input type.
MODE
Indicates X input.
or
Indicates Y input.
Indicates (X + Y) input.
Indicates (X Y) input.
3. Press the key to register the input type.
4. Press the key twice and the key once to return to the measurement
mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key twice.
0 X input
Select this input mode to use X input (signals fed to terminals 5 and 6) only.
1 Y input
Select this input mode to use Y input (signals fed to terminals 7 and 8) only.
2 (X + Y) input
Select this input mode to add X and Y.
This input mode allows thickness measurement of an object using two sensors.
3 (X - Y) input
Select this input mode to subtract Y from X.
This input mode allows height difference measurement of an object using two sensors.
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3.6 Comparison mode

The comparison mode is used to detect sporadic fluctuations in measured val-
ues by comparing the current measured value with the average of previous mea-
surements.
3.6.1 What the comparison mode mean
Number of Input Value to be compared at
Displayed value
measurements value the next input
1 D1 N1 = D1
2 D2 D2 - N1 N2 = 1/2(N1 + D2)
3 D3 D3 - N2 N3 = 1/2(N2 + D3)
4 D4 D4 - N3 N4 = 1/2(N3 + D4)
.. .. .. ..
. . . .
n Dn Dn - Nn-1 Nn = 1/2(Nn-1 = Dn)
* If an input value (Dn) is out of the tolerance range, the input value is not used to cal-
culate the value to be used in the comparison at the next input.
3.6.2 Effective use
Select the comparison mode to ignore gradual changes in input values due to tempera-
ture drift or unstable operation after the start-up of the unit. The unit must be operating
in one of the following hold modes for the comparison mode to be enabled (Peak hold,
Bottom hold, Peak-to-peak hold, or Sample hold).
3.6.3 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key three times and the key once to
enter the comparison mode.
2. Using the or key, select the comparison mode (1).
Press the [RIGHT]
key three times.
MODE
"1" is displayed when

Normal mode
the or key is
pressed once.
Comparison mode
3. Press the key to register the comparison mode.
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4. Press the key four times and the key once to return to the measure-
ment mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key four times.
To reset the comparison mode, use either of the following procedures:

1) Ground the hold reset terminal 13 for an instant.
2) Send the character "Q" from external equipment (computer, etc.).
When a data processing mode other than peak hold, bottom hold, peak-to-peak hold or
sample hold mode has been selected, the comparison mode is disabled.
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3.7 Digits/Decimal point mode

The digits mode is used to delete the last digit on the main display.
The decimal point mode is used to shift the decimal point to a desired position.
3.7.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key four times and the key once to enter
the digits/decimal point mode.
2. Using the or key, select the desired number of digits/decimal point
position.
Press the [RIGHT]
key four times.
MODE
Number of Decimal
displayed point position
digits
or
5 4th digit
5 3rd digit
5 2nd digit
5 No decimal point
4 4th digit
4 3rd digit
4 2nd digit
3. Press the key to register the number of digits/decimal point position.
4. Press the key five times and the key once to return to the measure-
ment mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key five times.
Even when the number of displayed digits is set to four (" 4 "" 5 " or " 6 " is dis-
played), the tolerance values are displayed in 5 digits.
The actual measured value, rather than the displayed value, is used for comparison with
the tolerance values.
When the decimal point on the main display is shifted, the decimal point on the toler-
ance display is also shifted.
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3.8 Offset mode

The offset mode allows any value to be added to or subtracted from the displayed value.
Up to 8 offset values can be stored. (Offset Nos. 0 to 7)
3.8.1 Key sequence
Example To change "1.000" (current displayed value) to "0.800", set the offset
value to "-0.200".
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key five times and the key once to enter
the offset mode.
2. Using the or key, select the offset number (0 to 7).
Press the [RIGHT]
key five times.
MODE
or
3. Press the key to register the offset number.
4. Using the or key, set a desired offset value.

or
In this example, press

the key to set the
offset value to "-0.200".
5. Press the key to register the offset value.
6. Press the key six times and the key once to return to the measure-
ment mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key six times.
Offset values can be set in the range of 19.999.

If you press the ZERO key in the measurement mode after setting an offset value, the pre-
set offset value appears on the main display.
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3.9 Output form mode

The output form mode is used to select the form of open-collector output (HH, HI, GO,
LO, LL) which indicates that the measured value exceeds the tolerance limit.
3.9.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key six times and the key once to enter
the output form mode.
2. Using the or key, select the output form.
Press the [RIGHT]
key six times.
MODE
Normal output
or
Hold output
Off-delay output
3. Press the key to register the output form.
4. Press the key seven times and the key once to return to the mea-
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key seven times.
0 Normal output
The comparator output serves as make-contact (Normally Open) signals.
1 Hold output
Holds the normal output.
Continues holding the output until the hold-reset signal is input.
Does not hold the GO output.
2 Off-delay output
The normal output is delayed by 60 ms (OFF-delay).
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3.10 Operating method selection mode

The function/mode settings on the RD can be changed using the front panel
keys or by terminal operation.
This mode is used to select the operating method (front panel, terminal opera-
tion or interface connector).
<RD-50E(W)>
Items selectable in this mode:
Tolerance No. Input mode Data processing mode Offset No.
MDL function bank No.
3.10.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key three times and the key once to
enter the operating method selection mode.
2. Using the or key, select the item to be changed.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.
MODE
Tolerance No.
or
Input mode
Data processing mode
Offset No.
MDL function bank No.
3. Press the key to register the selected item.

4. Using the or key, select the operating method.
or
Front panel operation
Terminal operation
5. Press the key to register the operating method.
6. Press the key twice and the key once to return to the measurement
mode.
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
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<RD-50R(W)>
Items selectable in this mode:
Tolerance No.
3.10.2 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key four times and the key once to enter
the operating method selection mode.
2. Using the or key, select the operating method.
Press the [LEFT]
key four times.
MODE
Front panel operation

or
Terminal operation
3. Press the key to register the operating method.
4. Press the key three times and the key once to return to the mea-
surement mode.
Press the [RIGHT]
key three times.
When the terminal operation is selected, tolerance numbers cannot be changed via the
RS-232C interface.
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3.11 Analog voltage output function

An analog voltage, in the range 10 V, proportional to the input (displayed) value
is output through terminals 3 and 4.
Output (v)
10
-19999 -10000 10000 19999 Display
-10
Analog output span function

The span function is used to change the ratio of the analog output voltage
relative to the input (displayed) value.
Display
Input
Analog output shift function

The shift function is used to change the analog output voltage by addition or
subtraction of a specified value.
Display
Input
3.11.1 Key sequence

Example Set the span value to "2.000" and the shift value to "-5.000".
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key eight times and the key once to
enter the span mode.
Press the [RIGHT]
key eight times.
MODE
2. Using the or key, set a desired span value.

or

the key to set the
span value to "2.000".
3. Press the key to register the span value and enter the shift mode.
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4. Using the or key, set a desired shift value.

or

the key to set the
shift value to "-5.000".
5. Press the key to register the shift value.
6. Press the key once (twice for the RD-50R(W)) and the key once to
return to the measurement mode.
Press the [RIGHT]
key once (twice).
<How to obtain the analog output span/shift value>

Let X = displayed value,Y = voltage to be output, a = span value, and b = shift
value. Then, Y = aX + b.
(Calculation example)
To change the analog output to between 1.000 V and 5.000 V when the dis-
played value changes between 0000 and 2000:
Substitute the above values into Y = aX + b.

Then,
1 = b and
5 = 2a + b.
The result is, a = 2, and b = 1.
<Before span/shift adjustment>
Output(V) Output(V)
5
2 2
<After span/shift adjustment>
1
Display Display
0 2 0 2
The span value cannot be set to "0.000". If the span value is set to "0.000", "Err1"
appears on the main display.
Press the key and set a correct span value.
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3.12 MDL (Multi-point Digital Linearize) function

The MDL function is used to correct the analog input signal to display/output a linear
signal.
Display Display
Input Input
Up to 4 sets of correction methods (number of correction points and correction
values) can be set on the RD. (Setting Nos. 1 to 4)
3.12.1 Key sequence
<Principal flow>
1. Select and register the setting number.
2. Select and register the number of correction points.
(The number of correction points indicates the number of points at which the
analog input signal is corrected. The number of correction points can be
selected from 2, 4, 8, 16 and 32 points.)
Example: Number of correction points: 4
Number of correction points: 2
3. Select and register the method of setting input values (values yet to be cor-
rected).
The input value setting method can be selected from the following three
methods:
(1)By using the operation keys.
(2)By using the X input (input to terminals 5 and 6).
(3)By using the Y input (input to terminals 7 and 8).
4. Set an input value.
5. Set a theoretical value (corrected value).
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 according to the number of correction points.
7. Register the input and theoretical values.
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1. Press the LIN.

key to enter the MDL mode.
2. Using the or key, select the desired setting No.
LIN.
Select "0" when the MDL

or function is not used.
3. Press the key to register the setting No.

4. Using the or key, select the desired number of correction points.
or
5. Press the key to register the number of correction points.

6. Using the or key, select the input value setting method.
or
By using operation keys
By using X input
By using Y input
7. Press the key to register the input value setting method.

When 0 is selected, proceed to step 8.
When 1 or 2 is selected, proceed to step 14.
8. Using the or key, set an input value.

or
The input value is

Press the key or the key to increment displayed in red.
or decrement, respectively, the displayed value.
Holding the or key pressed in causes
the displayed value to change in larger steps.
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9. Press the key to register the input value.
10. Using the or key, set a theoretical value.

or
The theatrical value is

displayed in green.
11. Press the key to register the theatrical value.
12. Repeat steps 8 to 11 8 according to the number of correction points.

13. Press the key to register the input and theoretical values.
14. Set the X (Y input) input to the desired value. Press the key to register
the input value.
15. Using the or key, set a theoretical value.

or
Press the key or the key to increment or

decrement, respectively, the displayed value.
Holding the or key pressed in causes the
displayed value to change in larger steps.
8 to 11
16. Repeat steps 11
14 8 according to the number of correction points.
14
16
17. Press the key to register the input and theoretical values.
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To clear the registered input/theoretical value, hold down the ZERO key for at least 3 sec-
onds when setting the input or correction value. (All input/theatrical values are reset to
"0.000".)
Ensure that the input value increases regularly as the correction point number becomes
larger. For example, do not set the input value of correction point 1 larger than the that
of correction number 2. Attempting to do so will result in "Err2" appearing on the main
display.
Ensure that the input value increases or decreases regularly as the correction point
number becomes larger. Failure to do so will result in "Err2" appearing on the main dis-
play and the input value unable to be set.
If you proceed to the subsequent step without setting input and correction values,
"Err3" appears on the main display.
To assign correction values, use banks 1 and 2 and banks 3 and 4 in pairs, respectively.
When you select a bank, the correction value of that bank is assigned to the X input and
the correction value of the other bank in the pair is assigned to the Y input. (See the fol-
lowing table.)
Bank No. Bank used for correction

to assign X input Y input
Bank 1 Bank 1 Bank 2
Input values and theoretical values can be set between 19.999.
When you press the or key while setting input values, the correction point num-
ber can be shifted.
When you press the CALL key while setting input values, the correction value at the cur-
rent correction point can be confirmed.
To change bank number only, select the bank number , then press the key and hold
it until "End" is displayed.
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Section 4
Data processing mode
This section describes the contents of the data
processing modes and how to set each mode.
4.1 Table of data processing modes

The RD has the following 7 data processing modes.
For details on each mode, refer to the descriptions given on the reference page.
Reference
Mode Function
page
Normal Outputs/displays measured value at any time. p. 41
Measures the maximum value during a specified p. 42

Peak hold
period.
Measures the minimum value during a specified p. 44
Bottom hold
period.
Measures the difference between the maximum p. 46
Peak-to-peak hold
and minimum values during a specified period.
Sample hold Measures the value at a specified time. p. 48
Holds the maximum value from the start of mea- p. 49

Auto peak hold
surement.
Holds the minimum value from the start of mea- p. 50
Auto bottom hold
surement.
* For details of the functions related to the above data processing modes {peak (bot-
tom) detection output function}, refer to page 51.
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4.2 Normal mode

The normal mode outputs measured values at any time.
4.2.1 Key sequence
1. Press theMODEkey once, the key twice and the key once to enter the
data processing mode.
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
MODE
2. Confirm that "0" flashes on the display.

If the display value is not "0", set the value to "0" using the or key.
or
3. Press the key to register the normal mode.
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.

HH value
HI value
LO value
LL value
(t)
ON
HH OUT
OFF
ON
HI OUT
OFF
GO OUT ON
OFF
LO OUT ON
OFF
LL OUT ON
OFF *The comparator output
is retained when the
Synchronous input ON synchronous input is ON
OFF
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4.3 Peak hold mode

The peak hold mode is used to measure the maximum value during a specified period.
One of two types of peak hold modes can be selected according to the sampling
period.
1) Data processing mode (-1: Peak hold mode with a sampling

period from the rising edge of the syn-
chronous input signal until the next
rising edge of the signal.
2) Data processing mode (-2: Peak hold mode with a sampling
period from the falling edge of the
synchronous input signal until the
next rising edge of the signal.
4.3.1 Key sequence
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
MODE
2. Select "1" or "2" using the or key.
or
or
3. Press the key to register the peak hold mode.
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.
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Data processing mode "(-1"
(V)
Peak hold value
Input value
0[V] (t)
Sampling period Sampling period Sampling period
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
Power-ON or
hold-reset input "-----" appears on the main display until the synchronous input
is turned ON first after the power is turned ON or the hold-reset
signal is input.

(V)
Peak hold value
Input value
0[V] (t)
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
Power-ON or
signal is input.
To clear the hold value and resume measurement, use either of the following proce-
dures:
1. Ground the hold-reset terminal 13 for an instant.
2. Send the character "Q" from external equipment (computer, etc.). (RD-
50R(W))
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4.4 Bottom hold mode

The bottom hold mode is used to measure the minimum value during a specified period.
One of two types of bottom hold modes can be selected according to the sam-
pling period.
1) Data processing mode (-3: Bottom hold mode with a sampling

period from the rising edge of the syn-
chronous input signal until the next
rising edge of the signal.
2)Data processing mode (-4: Bottom hold mode with a sampling
period from the falling edge of the
synchronous input signal until the
4.4.1 Key sequence
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
MODE

or
or
3. Press the key to register the bottom hold mode.
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.
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Bottom hold value
(t)
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
"----" appears on the main display until the synchronous input
Power-ON or is turned ON first after the power is turned ON or the hold-reset
hold-reset input signal is input.
Bottom hold value
(t)
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
dures:
1. Ground the hold-reset terminal (13) for an instant.
50R(W))
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4.5 Peak-to-peak hold mode

The peak-to-peak hold mode is used to measure the difference between the maximum
and minimum values during a specified period.
One of two types of peak-to-peak hold modes can be selected according to the
sampling period.
1) Data processing mode (-5: Peak-to-peak hold mode with a sam-

pling period from the rising edge of
the synchronous input signal until the
2) Data processing mode (-6: Peak-to-peak hold mode with a sam-
pling period from the falling edge of
the synchronous input signal until the
4.5.1 Key sequence
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
MODE

or
or
3. Press the key to register the peak-to-peak hold mode.
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.
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(V)
Peak-to-peak hold value

(P'b')
P'
P (Pb)
b
b'
(t)
Sampling period Sampling period
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
Peak-to-peak hold value

(P'b')
P'
P (Pb)
b
b'
(t)
Sampling period Sampling period
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
dures:
50R(W))
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4.6 Sample hold mode

The sample hold mode is used to measure the value at a specified time.
4.6.1 Key sequence
Press the [RIGHT]
key twice.
MODE
2. Select the sample hold mode ("7") using the or key.

or
3. Press the key to register the sample hold mode.
surement mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key three times.

(V)
Sample hold value
Input value
0 [V] (t)
Synchronous input
OFF
Power-ON or
signal is input.
dures:
1. Ground the hold-reset terminal 13 for an instant.
50R(W))
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4.7 Auto peak hold mode

The auto peak hold mode is used to measure the maximum value from the start of mea-
surement.
4.7.1 Key sequence
MODE
2. Select the auto peak hold mode ("8") using the or key.
or
3. Press the key to register the auto peak hold mode.
surement mode.
Auto peak hold value
(t)
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
ON
Hold-reset input
OFF
ON
Peak detection output
OFF
dures:
50R(W))
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4.8 Auto bottom hold mode

The auto bottom hold mode is used to measure the minimum value from the start of
measurement.
4.8.1 Key sequence
MODE
2. Select the auto bottom hold mode ("9") using the or key.
or
3. Press the key to register the auto bottom hold mode.
surement mode.
Auto bottom hold value
(t)
ON
Synchronous input
OFF
ON
Hold-reset input
OFF
ON
Bottom detection output
OFF
dures:
50R(W))
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4.9 Peak (bottom) detection output function

The peak (bottom) detection output is turned ON when a peak (bottom) value is
detected.
4.9.1 Data processing modes for using the peak (bottom) detection out-
put
The peak (bottom) detection output can be used in the data processing modes
marked with a circle.
Peak output Bottom output

Normal
Peak hold
Bottom hold
Peak-to-peak hold
Sample hold
Auto peak hold
Auto bottom hold
4.9.2 Conditions under which the peak (bottom) detection output turns
ON
(t)
ON
Peak detection output
OFF
(* The peak detection output is a one-shot signal with a 1 ms (Normal mode)/ 60 ms

(Hold mode) duration.)
The RD detects a peak (bottom) value when the input value falls below the peak
value or rises above the bottom value by a specified margin, as shown on the
left.
4.9.3 Output condition

The peak (bottom) detection output is turned ON when the input value falls
below the peak value or rises above the bottom value by a margin of "hysteresis
margin x 2".
(For details on hysteresis setting, refer to page 16.)
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MEMO
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Section 5
Interface
This section describes the method of remote
operation of the data processing and input
modes.
5.1 RD-50E(W)
By inputting a NPN open-collector or a non-voltage contact signal into the inter-
face connector port, the following operations can be performed.
1) Selection of the desired input mode

2) Selection of the desired data processing mode
3) Selection of the offset No.
4) Selection of the desired bank No. (MDL function)
5.1.1 Interface connector pin assignment
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
15 14 13 12 11 10 9
Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name

1 Input 1 9 Input 2
4 Offset 1 12 Offset 2
5 Offset 3 13 Bank 1
6 Bank 2 14 N.C.
7 GND 15 GND
8 GND 16
The RD-50E(W) requires one second to resume operation after receiving a

mode switch signal. Therefore, do not input a mode switch signal during this
period.
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5.1.2 Relationship between selected mode and signal input into each pin
Pin No.
9 (Input 2) 1 (Input 1)
Input mode
X OFF OFF
Y OFF ON
(X + Y) ON OFF
(X - Y) ON ON
Pin No.
11 (Data 3 (Data 10 (Data 2 (Data
Data processing 4) processing 3) processing 2) processing 1)
processing mode
Normal OFF OFF OFF OFF

Signal input except those shown below
Peak OFF OFF OFF ON
Peak 2 OFF OFF ON OFF
Bottom OFF OFF ON ON
Bottom 2 OFF ON OFF OFF
Peak-to-peak OFF ON OFF ON
Peak-to-peak 2 OFF ON ON OFF
Sample OFF ON ON ON
Auto peak ON OFF OFF OFF
Auto bottom ON OFF OFF ON
Pin No.
5 (Offset 3) 12 (Offset 2) 4 (Offset 1)
Offset No.
0 OFF OFF OFF
1 OFF OFF ON
2 OFF ON OFF
3 OFF ON ON
4 ON OFF OFF
5 ON OFF ON
6 ON ON OFF
7 ON ON ON
Pin No.
6 (Bank 2) 13 (Bank 1)
Bank No.
1 OFF OFF
2 OFF ON
3 ON OFF
4 ON ON
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5.2 RD-50R(W)
The RD-50R(W) can communicate with an external computer via the RS-232C
interface connector port. Remote operations such as data transmission and set-
ting changes can be performed.
Communication parameters
(Defined as a "MODEM" that conforms to EIA RS-232C.)
Duplex Full
Synchronization Start-stop
Data format ASCII
Baud rate 300/600/1200/2400/4800/9600 bits/sec (selectable)
Data length 7/8 bits (selectable)
Parity check Even/odd/none (selectable)
Stop bit length 1 bit/2 bits (selectable)
Delimiter CR/STX/ETX (KV mode) (selectable)
Connector pin assignment
13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14
Pin Modem
Modem signal Direction
No. signal code
1 Shield Common to signal ground ---
2 SD (TXD) Input data from external equipment Input
3 RD (RXD) Output measurement data to external equipment Output
Enables output of measurements to external
4 RS (RTS) Input
equipment when ON (High)
5 CS (CTS) ON (High) at power-on Output
6 DR (DSR) ON (High) at power-on Output
7 SG (GND) Signal ground ---
8 CD (DCD) ON (High) at power-on Output
Connection to a personal computer

Use the special connector cable (straight: OP-95688) to connect the RD-50R(W) to a
personal computer.
Connector cable: OP-95688 (3-m cable with two 25-pin D-SUB connectors)
The wiring of the connector RD-50R(W) Personal

computer
cable is shown on the right. Shield
SD
1
2
1
2
Shield
SD
RD 3 3 RD
RS 4 4 RS
CR 5 5 CR
DR 6 6 DR
SG 7 7 SG
CD 8 8 CD
25-pin D-SUB 25-pin D-SUB
connector connector
To enable the RD-50R(W) to communicate with a personal computer, ensure that the
communication parameters of the RS-232C agree with the those of the computer.
* To set the parameters of your personal computer, refer to its instruction manual.
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5.2.1 Setting the RS-232C communication parameters

1. Press theMODEkey once, the key twice, and the key once to enter the
RS-232C communication parameter setting mode.
Press the [LEFT]
key twice.
MODE
2. Select the desired baud rate using the or key.
or
3. Press the key to register the baud rate.
4. Select the desired combination of data length, parity check, and stop bit
length using the or key.
Data length Parity check
Stop bit length
or
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5. Press the key to register the data length, parity check, and stop bit
length.
6. Select the desired delimiter using the or key.

CR
or
Select "E" when connecting
the KEYENCE KV Series
PLC to the RD-50R.
7. Press the key to register the delimiter.
mode.
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Remote operation
The functions of the RD-50R(W) can be set remotely by transmitting the specified ASCII
code(s) from external equipment such as a computer.
* Instead of each ASCII code, the corresponding character code can be used.
(1) Outputting the measured value
RS-232C code list I
Function Received code* Description

M
Transmits measured value once.
4DH
Output of
N
the mea- Transmits measured value continuously.
4EH
sured value
O Stops continuous transmission of the mea-
4FHsured value.
* Upper: Character code
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list is received, the
RD-50R(W) transmits the current measured value once or transmits the current
and following measured values continuously, according to the received code.
If any code other than O (4FH)T (54H), U (55H), and H (48H) is received during
continuous transmission of the measured value, the RD-50R(W) disregards the code.
If the code other than O (4FH) is received at any time other than during continuous
transmission of the measured value, the RD-50R(W) disregards the code.
When the code N (continuous transmission) is received in the peak hold, bottom hold,
peak-to-peak hold, or sample hold mode, the RD-50R(W) transmits the hold value once
each time the synchronous signal is input (when the hold value is determined).
When the code M (4DH) or N (4EH) is received with ---- shown on the display, the
RD-50R(W) transmits the value the moment that a numerical value is displayed.
5.2.2 Data format
The displayed value is transmitted via the RS-232C interface connector port.
(The decimal point is not transmitted.)
At normal status
1st data 2nd data 3rd data 4th data 5th data 6th data 7th data

CR (Display 12.345)
CR (Display -9 8.7 6 )
At range-over status
1st data 2nd data 3rd data 4th data 5th data 6th data 7th data

CR (Display )
CR (Display )
At no data status
No data is transmitted. (Display ----)
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(2) Control input

RS-232C code list II
T
Turns ON synchronous input.
54H
Synchronization
U
Turns OFF synchronous input.
55H
Q
Hold-reset Inputs hold-reset signal.
51H
V
Sets auto-zero function
56H
Auto-zero
W
Cancels auto-zero function
57H
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list II is

received, the RD-50R(W) performs the specified operation.
The procedures for the other codes shown above are identical to that for turning ON
synchronous input.
Closing of the synchronous input terminal takes priority over external synchronous
input.
If the code T (54H) or U (55H) is transmitted by the external equipment while the syn-
chronous input terminal is closed, the code is received but the synchronous input does
not turn ON or OFF.
When the code V (56H) or W (57H) for setting or cancelling the auto-zero function is
received, the RD-50R(W) stores the auto-zero value (measured value that is reset to
zero by setting the auto-zero function) each time the auto-zero function is invoked. This
is the same as when the panel key operation lock switch is set to OFF. (The stored val-
ues are retained even when the power is turned OFF.)
When the code V (56H), W (57H), or Q (51H) is received during data transmission,
the RD-50R(W) stops the data transmission immediately (midway through the transmis-
sion).
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(3) Selecting each function

RS-232C code list III
Received code*
Function Description
First Second
A A0
Number of measurements for averaging: 1
41H 41H 30H
A A1
41H 41H 31H
A A2
41H 41H 32H
A A3
41H 41H 33H
A A4
41H 41H 34H
A A5
41H 41H 35H
Selection of filter
A A6
41H 41H 36H
A A7
41H 41H 37H
A A8
41H 41H 38H
A A9
41H 41H 39H
A L0
Low-pass filter: 100 Hz
41H 4CH 30H
A L1
41H 4CH 31H
Lower: ASCII code
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Received code*
First Second
A L2
41H 4CH 32H
A L3
41H 4CH 33H
A L4
41H 4CH 34H
A L5
41H 4CH 35H
A L6
41H 4CH 36H
A L7
Low-pass filter: 0.5 Hz
41H 4CH 37H
A L8
41H 4CH 38H
A L9
41H 4CH 39H
A H0
Selection of fil- 41H 48H 30H
ter A H1
41H 48H 31H
A H2
41H 48H 32H
A H3
41H 48H 33H
A H4
41H 48H 34H
A H5
41H 48H 35H
A H6
41H 48H 36H
A H7
41H 48H 37H
A H8
41H 48H 38H
A H9
41H 48H 39H
B 0
X input
42H 30H
B 1
Y input
Selection of 42H 31H
input mode B 2
(X + Y) input
42H 32H
B 3
(X - Y) input
42H 33H
C 0
Selection of Normal
43H 30H
data processing
mode C 1
Peak hold
43H 31H
Lower: ASCII code
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Received code*
First Second
C 2
Peak hold 2
43H 32H
C 3
Bottom hold
43H 33H
C 4
Bottom hold 2
43H 34H
C 5
Selection of Peak-to-peak hold
43H 35H
data processing
mode C 6
Peak-to-peak hold 2
43H 36H
C 7
Sample hold
43H 37H
C 8
Auto peak hold
43H 38H
C 9
Auto bottom hold
43H 39H
D 0
Selection of Normal
44H 30H
comparison
mode D 1
Comparison
44H 31H
E 0 Display: 5 digits
45H 30H Decimal point: 4th digit
45H 31H Decimal point: 3rd digits
45H 32H Decimal point: 2nd digits
Selection of E 3 Display: 5 digits
digits/decimal
45H 33H No decimal point
point mode
45H 34H Decimal point: 4th digits
45H 35H Decimal point: 3rd digits
45H 36H Decimal point: 2nd digits
F D
Changes offset value.
46H 44H
F 0
Offset No. 0
46H 30H
F 1
Offset No. 1
Change of off- 46H 31H
set value, or F 2
Offset No. 2
selection of off- 46H 32H
set No. F 3
Offset No. 3
46H 33H
F 4
Offset No. 4
46H 34H
F 5
Offset No. 5
46H 35H
Lower: ASCII code
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RS-232C code list III

Received code*
First Second
F 6
Offset No. 6
Change of offset value, or 46H 36H
selection of offset No. F 7
Offset No. 7
46H 37H
G 0
Normal
47H 30H
G 1
Selection of output form mode Hold
47H 31H
G 2
Off-delay
47H 32H
H 0
Front panel key input
Selection of method to change 48H 30H
tolerance limits H 1
Terminal input
48H 31H
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list III is received,
the RD-50R(W) performs the specified operation.
The procedure for selecting other functions is identical to that shown above.
After receiving the first code, the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the recep-
tion of the second code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive the second code within 3
seconds, it send back the code ?CR and returns to measurement status.
Changing the preset value

For the offset value, transmit a plus or minus sign and a 5-digit value. (Do not transmit
a decimal point.)
Ensure that the transmitted value is between -19999 and +19999.
Example: To set the offset value to 1.200, transmit +01200.
After receiving the code F (46H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the
reception of the second code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive the second code D
(44H) within 3 seconds, it sends back the code ?CR and returns to measurement sta-
tus.
The RD-50R(W) changes the offset value of the offset No. that has been selected when
it receives the code D (44H).
After receiving the code D (44H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the
reception of an offset value. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive any value within 3 sec-
onds, it send back the code +99999CR and returns to measurement status.
(4) Adjusting the analog output

RS-232C code list IV
Adjustment of ana- I Changes span or shift value for analog out-
log output 49H put.
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list IV is received,
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For the span value, transmit a plus or minus sign and a 4-digit value. (Do not transmit
a decimal point.)
Example: To set the span value to 3.500, transmit +3500CR.
For the shift value, transmit a plus or minus sign and a 5-digit value. (Do not transmit a
decimal point.)
Example: To set the shift value to -4.500, transmit -04500CR.
If the RD-50R(W) does not receive any value within 3 seconds after it enters a wait state
to wait for the reception of a span or shift value, it sends back the code +99999CR and
returns to measurement status.
(5) Setting (or changing) the tolerance limits and selecting the tolerance No.
RS-232C code list V
Received code*
First Second
S D
Sets or changes tolerance limits.
53H 44H
Setting (or S H
change) of tol- Changes hysteresis margin.
erance limits 53H 48H
S R
Reads out tolerance limits.
53H 52H
S 0
Selects tolerance No. 0
53H 30H
S 1
53H 31H
S 2
53H 32H
S 3
Selection of tol- 53H 33H
erance No. S 4
53H 34H
S 5
53H 35H
S 6
53H 36H
S 7
53H 37H
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list IV is received
For the tolerance limit, transmit a plus or minus sign and a 5-digit value. (Do not trans-
mit a decimal point.)
Example: To set the tolerance limit to 0.010, transmit +00010CR.
The RD-50R(W) changes the tolerance limits of the tolerance No. that has been
selected when it receives the code D (44H).
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After receiving the code S (53H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the
reception of the second code D (44H). If the RD-50R(W) does not receive the code
within 3 seconds, it sends back the code ?CR and returns to measurement status.
Changing the hysteresis margin

For the hysteresis margin, transmit a 3-digit value.
Ensure that the transmitted value is between 0 and 100.
Example: To set the hysteresis margin to 5, transmit 005CR.
Reading out the tolerance limits
Selecting the tolerance No.

After receiving the first code, the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the recep-
tion of the second code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive the second code within 3
seconds, it sends back the code ?CR and returns to measurement status.
(6) Information output

RS-232C code list VI
Received code*
First Second
J 0
Sets number of averaging measurement, and digital filter.
4AH 30H
J 1
Selects input mode.
4AH 31H
J 2
Selects data processing mode.
4AH 32H
J 3
Selects comparison mode.
4AH 33H
J 4
Selects digits and decimal point position.
4AH 34H
J 5
Selects offset No.
4AH 35H
J 6
Set value of offset No. 0
4AH 36H
J 7
4AH 37H
J 8
Information out- 4AH 38H
put J 9
4AH 39H
J 10
4AH 31H 30H
J 11
4AH 31H 31H
J 12
4AH 31H 32H
J 13
4AH 31H 33H
J 14
Selects output form.
4AH 31H 34H
J 15
Selects operating method.
4AH 31H 35H
J 16
Input value for analog output span function
4AH 31H 36H
J 17
Input value for analog output shift function
4AH 31H 37H
Lower: ASCII code
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(7) Setting the MDL function

RS-232C code list VI
Received code*
First Second
L B
Selects bank No.
4CH 42H
L P
Changes the number of correction points.
4CH 50H
L D
enters correction value.
4CH 44H
Setting of L R
MDL func- Reads out correction value.
tion 4CH 52H
L C Reads out bank No. and the number of correc-
4CH 43H tion points.
L S
Registers settings.
4CH 53H
L Q
Exits from MDL function setting mode.
4CH 51H
Lower: ASCII code
When an ASCII code (character code) shown above in code list IV is received,
If the bank No. has been set to 0 and a second code of P, D, or R is received, the
RD-50R(W) sends back the code ?CR.
As for the MDL function, the RD-50R(W) registers the bank No., the number of correc-
tion points, and the correction values that have been set when it receives a second code
S (53H).
Even if the second code D (44H) is received followed by the correction value, the RD-
50R(W) does not register the correction value until it receives the code S (53H).
When the second code Q (51H) is received, the RD-50R(W) only exits from the MDL
function setting mode, and does not register the set values.
After receiving the first code L (4CH), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for
the reception of the second code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive the second code
within 3 seconds, it transmits the code ?CR every 3 seconds until it receives the code
Q.
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Changing the number of correction points

After receiving the code B (42H) or P (50H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and
waits for the reception of the next code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive a bank No.
or the number of correction points within 3 seconds, it sends back the code ?CR and
enters a wait state to wait for further receptions.
Entering the correction value

For the input value or the correction value, transmit a plus or minus sign and a 5-digit
value. (Do not transmit a decimal point.)
Ensure that the input value and the correction value is between -19999 and +19999.
Example: When the input value is -3.500, transmit -03500CR.
After receiving the code D (44H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the
reception of a numerical value. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive any numerical value
within 3 seconds, it sends back the code +99999CR and enters a wait state to wait for
further receptions.
Ensure that the input value increases regularly as the correction point No. becomes
larger and that the correction value increases or decreases or decreases regularly as
the correction point No. becomes larger.
Outputting the correction value

The input value and the correction value, respectively, are output as a plus or minus
sign and a 5-digit value. (The decimal point is not output and transmitted.)
Example: When the displayed value (correction value) is -1.250, -01250CR is output
and transmitted.
After receiving the code R (52H), the RD-50R(W) enters a wait state and waits for the
reception of the next code. If the RD-50R(W) does not receive any correction point No.
within 3 seconds, it sends back the code +99999CR and enters a wait state to wait for
further receptions.
Registering the settings

If the input value does not increases regularly as the correction point No. becomes
larger or the correction value does not increase or decrease regularly as the correction
point No. becomes larger, the RD-50R(W) sends back ERRORCR.
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5.2.3 RS-232C code list

Received code*
First Second
M
Transmits measured value once.
4DH
Output of mea- N
Transmits measured value continuously.
sured value 4EH
O
Stops continuous transmission of measured value.
4FH
T
Turns ON synchronous input.
54H
Synchronization
U
Turns OFF synchronous input.
55H
Q
Hold-reset Inputs hold-reset signal.
51H
V
Sets auto-zero function.
56H
Auto-zero
W
Cancels auto-zero function.
57H
A A0 to A9
41H 30H to Selects the number of measurements for averaging.
41H
41H 39H
A L0 to L9
Selection of filter 4CH 30H to Selects low-pass filter.
41H
4CH 39H
A H0 toH9
48H 30H to Selects high-pass filter.
41H
48H 39H
Selection of input B 0 to 3
Selects X, Y, (X + Y), or (X - Y) input mode.
mode 42H 30H to 33H
Selection of data C 0 to 9
Selects normal or auto bottom hold mode.
processing mode 43H 30H to 39H
Selection of com- D 0 to 1
Selects normal or comparison mode.
parison mode 44H 30H to 31H
Selection of digits/ E 0 to 6
decimal point Selects the number of display digits and decimal point position.
mode 45H 30H to 36H
F D
Change of offset Changes offset value.
46H 44H
value and selec-
tion of offset No. F 0 to 7
Selects offset No.
46H 30H to 37H
G 0 to 2
Selection of out-
H Selects normal, hold, or off-delay mode.
put form mode 30H to 32H
47H
Selection of toler- H 0 to 1
ance limits change Selects front panel key or terminal input.
method 48H 30H to 31H
Adjustment of I
Changes span or shift value for analog output.
analog output 49H
S D
Sets (or changes) tolerance limits.
53H 44H
Setting (or S H
change) of toler- Changes hysteresis margin.
ance limits 53H 48H
S R
Reads out tolerance No., tolerance limits and hysteresis margin.
53H 52H
Lower: ASCII code
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Received code*
First Second
Selection of S 0 to 7
Selects tolerance No.
tolerance No. 53H 30H to 37H
J 0 to 17
Information
4AH 30H to 31H Outputs MODE setting.
output
37H
L B
Selects bank No.
4CH 42H
L P
Changes the number of correction points.
4CH 50H
L D
Enters correction value.
4CH 44H
Setting of L R
Reads out correction value.
MDL function 4CH 52H
L C Reads out bank No. and the number of cor-
4CH 43H rection points.
L S
Register settings.
4CH 53H
L Q
Exits from MDL function setting mode.
4CH 51H
Lower: ASCII code
For details on each of the second codes, refer to the respective operation procedures
described earlier.
If a first code other than those shown above is received, except during continuous trans-
mission of the measured value, the RD-50R(W), sends back the code ?CR.
When the code A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, S, or L is received, the RD-
50R(W) shows 232C on the display.
The RD-50R(W) requires one second to resume operation after receiving a command.
Therefore, do not input any commands during this period.
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5.2.4 Program example

(1) Example 1
Enter "M" or "N" using the computer keyboard. The following program, to dis-
play the value measured by the RD-50R(W), appears on the display of the
computer. Enter "E" to end.
100 OPEN "COM1:9600,N,8,1,RS,CS,DS,CD" FOR RANDOM AS # 1
110 ON COM(1) GOSUB 170
120 COM(1) ON
130 A$ = INKEY $
140 WHILE A$ < > "E"
150 PRINT #1, A$;
160 GOTO 130
170 N = LOC (1)
180 IF N = 0 THEN RETURN
190 B$ = INPUT$ (N,#1)
200 IF RIGHT $ (B$,1)=CHR$ (13) THEN PRINT B$ ELSE PRINT B$;
210 RETURN
220 WEND
230 CLOSE #1
240 END
(2) Example 2
The RD-50R(W) can be controlled using the computer keyboard.
1000 *SET UP
1010 CLS 3
1020 OPEN "COM1: 9600,N,8,1,RS,CS,DS,CD" FOR RANDOM AS#1
1030 ON COM(1) GOSUB 1100
1040 COM(1) ON
1050 A$ = INKEY$
1060 IF A$ < > " " THEN 1070 ELSE 1050
1070 PRINT #1, A$;
1080 PRINT A$;
1090 GOTO 1050
1100 *SUB1
1110 N = LOC (1)
1120 IF N = 0 THEN RETURN
1130 B$ = B$+INPUT$ (N, #1)
1140 IF RIGHT $ (B$, 1) < > CHR$ (13) THEN RETURN
1150 PRINT CHR$ (13) : PRINT "RD = > " ; B$ :B$ = " "
1160 A$ = INKEY$
1170 IF A$ < > " " THEN PRINT #1, A$;
1180 RETURN
* To use the programs shown above, set the communication parameters of the RD-
50R(W) and computer as follows:
Parity check: None
Data length: 8 bits
Stop bit length: 1 bit
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If the 50R(W) cannot communicate with external equipment through the RS-232C
interface connector port, check the following points.
Trouble occurs.
Check whether
the communication parameters
of the RS-232C of the RD-50R Set the parameters of
agree with those of external the RS-232C again.
equipment connected.
Check whether
a straight cable is used to connect Use a straight cable.
the RD-50R and external
equipment.
Normal communication is made. Check the computer program.
Check is completed.
5.2.5 Connecting the KV Series PLC to the RD-50R(W)

Connect the KV to the RS-232C interface connector port of the RD-50R(W)
using the special connector cable (OP-96607) and a 25-pin D-SUB connector
(OP-96369).
25-pin D-SUB connector

(OP-96369)
KV main unit
Connector cable
(reverse)
RD-50R
The communication parameters of the KP and the KV are shown on the right.
According to these parameters, set the RS-232C communication parameters of
the RD-50R(W).
5.2.6 Data format (when delimiter is set to STXETX )
displayed values are output. (No decimal point is transmitted.)
At normal status

STX ETX Duplex Full

STX ETX Synchronization Start-stop
At range-over status Data format ASCII
Baud rate 9600 bits/sec
STX ETX (Display )

Data length 8 bits

Parity check Even
Stop bit length 1 bit
* For the KP-100, set JC as the connec-

tion model.
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Section 6
Specifications
Hints on Correct Use
6.1 Specifications
Model RD-50EW RD-50RW
DC voltage measurement,
Measurement function
DC current measurement
A/D converting system Successive comparison
5 VDC, 10 VDC,
Measuring range
4 to 20 mA DC (selectable)
Display range -19999 to +39999
0.03% of F.S. (at 5 VDC range)

Measuring accuracy 0.03% of F.S. (at 10 VDC range)
0.05% of F.S. (at 4 to 20 mA DC range)
Impedance 1 M (for voltage input), 350 (for current input)
Input System Single-ended
Number of inputs 2
Sampling rate 2000/s
Display rate 20/s
Display character 7-segment 3-color LED (character height: 15.24 mm)
Range-over alarm FFF is displayed.
Synchronous
Hold-reset
Control
NPN open-collector or non-voltage contact signal
input
Auto-zero
External setting
Tolerance setting 4 steps x 8 programmable setups (selectable)
5 x NPN open-collector (HH, HI, GO, LO, LL)

Signal
Control :100 mA (40 V max.)
output
Response time 1 ms (when average number 1)
OFF-delay time 60 ms (ON/OFF selectable)
Voltage 10 VDC
Analog
voltage out- Impedance 100
put
Response time 1 ms (when average number 1)*
Control input by NPN open-collector or Data output and control input through
Interface
non-voltage contact signal RS-232C
Power supply 24 VDC10%, Ripple (p-p): 10% max.
Rating
Current consumption 240 mA max.
Ambient temperature 0 to +50 C (32 to 122F), No freezing
Environ- Relative humidity 35 to 85%, No condensation

ment
10 to 55 Hz, 1.5 mm double amplitude in X, Y, and Z directions,
Vibration
2 hours respectively
Weight Approx. 700 g (excluding fittings)
MDL, digital filter, auto-zero, offset, input, data processing (10 modes), tolerance
Major functions
limit storage (up to 8 sets), decimal point shift, error message display etc.
* Requires 1.5 ms every second during self-compensation sequence to prevent temperature fluctuation.
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6.2 Error messages

The RD displays an error message to indicate that an error has occurred. Refer
to the following table and take the appropriate countermeasures.
Display Cause Remedy
The tolerance limits are not properly Press the key to cancel the
Err0 set. (Requirements: HH HI LO error message, and set the toler-
L) ance limits properly.
The span value for analog voltage Press the key to cancel the
Err1 output is set to 0.000. error message, and set the toler-
ance limits properly.
In the MDL setting mode, the input
value or correction value is set
improperly.
The input value must increase regu- Press the key to cancel the
Err2 larly as the correction point No. error message, and set the input
becomes larger. Also the theoretical value or correction value properly.
(correction)value must increase or
decrease regularly as the correction
point No. becomes larger.
In the MDL setting mode, the next
setting is attempted though an input Press the key to cancel the
Err3 value r correction value has not been error message, and perform setting
set. in the proper order.
The input value exceeds the speci-

FFFF fied range. Alternatively, the dis-
played value exceeds the specified
or range since the input value is exces-
-FFFF sively scaled up/down by improper
setting of the shift or span value.
The first averaging of measurements
is not complete. Alternatively,
although the hold mode has been
set, no synchronous signal is input.
* If any error message other than those above is displayed, contact KEYENCE or our
local dealer.
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6.3 Troubleshooting guide

Refer-
Problem Check item Explanation/Remedy
ence page
In the P-P mode, the display
Check whether the shows the difference between
input value the highest and lowest values
changes during measured during the speci- P.46
sampling in the P-P fied period. Accordingly, if the
mode. input value does not change,
The displayed value the display shows "0000".
is "0000" and does In the comparison mode, the
not change. display shows the difference
Check whether the between the current input
input value value and the average of pre-
P.26
changes in the vious input values. Accord-
comparison mode. ingly, if the input value does
not change, the display shows
"0000".
Although no
change is input in Check whether the
the P-P mode, the offset value is set to Set the offset value to zero. P.29
display does not zero.
show "0000".
Check whether the
offset value is set to
The display shows a negative value. If
a negative value in it is, check whether Set the offset value properly. P.29
the P-P mode. its absolute value is
greater than the P-
P value.
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6.4 Minimum input time and output response time

6.4.1 Minimum input time
The minimum input time to the TIMIN (synchronous input) terminal 9, HOLD
RESET (hold-reset input) terminal 13, ZERO (auto-zero input) terminal 11,
EXT1 (external setting input) terminal 15, EXT2 terminal 16, EXT3 terminal 17 is
as follows.
TIMING
ON OFF
2 ms or more 2 ms or more
HOLDRESET, ZERO, EXT1, EXT 2, EXT 3
ON OFF
10 ms or more 10 ms or more
6.4.2 Output response time

In the normal mode
Number of measurements for averaging Response time (max.)
1 1,5 ms
4 3 ms
16 9 ms
64 33 ms
256 132.5 ms
1024 516.5 ms
4096 2112.5 ms
16384 8256.5 ms
65536 33792.5 ms
262144 132096.5 ms
In the peak hold, bottom hold, peak-to-peak hold, or sample hold mode
100 ms max. Display
Upper limit
Input waveform
Synchronous input ON
OFF
Output ON
(Open-collector) OFF
2 ms max.
Regardless of the number of measurements used for averaging, the output

response time is 2 ms max.
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6.5 Hints on correct use

1. Do not install the RD in the following places:
Places directly exposed to sunlight.
Places where the temperature drops below 0C or exceeds 50C.
Places where the relative humidity drops below 35% or exceeds 85%.
Places where temperature fluctuations may cause condensation.
Places where the RD may be exposed to corrosive or flammable gas.
Places exposed to airborne dust or corrosive substances such as salt, or
metal particles.
Places where the RD may be subjected to vibration or impact.
Places where water, oil, or chemicals may splash the RD.
Places where the RD may be affected by noise interference.
2. Connecting analog output equipment

To prevent the RD from malfunctioning due to noise interference, take the fol-
lowing countermeasures.
Countermeasures
1)Use a 1-core shielded cable for the output line. Where possible, do not use
a cable longer than 10 m. If a cable longer than 10 m is required, convert
the voltage signal into a current signal.
Displacement sensor, etc.
1-core shielded cable
Analog RD
output INPUT
0V 0V
2)Keep the wiring and connection cables away from high-voltage lines or
power lines; otherwise noise may cause the RD to malfunction. Be sure to
keep the wiring separate.
3)When using only one of two sets of input terminals (5 and 6, 7 and 8), con-
nect the unused terminals.
3. Power supply
When using a commercially available switching regulator, be sure to correctly
ground the chassis ground or earth ground terminal.
4. Fastening terminal screws

Be sure to completely fasten the terminal screws to prevent the RD from mal-
functioning.
5. Warming up
After supplying power, leave the RD for 10 minutes prior to starting to use it.
The internal circuit does not stabilize immediately after the power is supplied,
sometimes causing measured values to fluctuate.
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6.6 Installation
Installation to a panel
Insert these hooks into themounting hole

and bottom surfaces of the RD.
Be careful not to apply excessive force when fasten the screws of the fittings,
otherwise the case may be deformed.
(The fastening torque should be 0.4 Nm or less.)
6.7 Dimensions
Unit: mm
12 Panel thickness: 0 to 6.5
112 95 84 90
52.2 14 142
96 3 156
Panel cutout
110 min.
64
92 +0.8
0 40
120 min.
11
+0.8
92 0
M4 x P0.7
The panel thickness should
be 6.5 mm or less.
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Note Provides additional information on proper operation.

Configuration of this instruction manual

Contents itemized according to function

Quick operation for tolerance differentiation

3. Set the tolerance limits. (Refer to page 14.)

Analog input Comparator output

1.1 Part names

SELECT No. Display:

DIP switches for setting

AUTO-ZERO Resets the value on the main display to "0000".

CALL key Calls a desired tolerance value.

SET key Selects the tolerance setting number.

LINEAR key Selects the multi-point digital linearizer setting num-

1.2 Setting the input range

Turn the power OFF and set DIP switches 1 and 2 as

DIP switch DIP switch

Allowable input voltage (current)

1.3 Panel key operation lock function

DIP switch for

1 . . . . N.C. 18 . . . HH OUT (Open-collector output)

1.4.1 Interface connector pin assignment

RD-50E(W) (NPN Open-collector or non-voltage contact signal can be input)

Pin No. Signal name Pin No. Signal name

RD-50R(W) (RS-232C I/O)

1.5 I/O circuit

100 A : 5 VDC, 10 VDC

1.5.2 Output circuit

Analog voltage output (terminals 3 and 4)

The 0 V and GND terminals are not connected

2.1 Setting tolerance

The tolerance number changes every

3. Press the key to register the tolerance number.

4. Using the or key, set the desired tolerance value.

6. Perform steps 4 and 5 above.

7. Perform steps 4 and 5 above.

8. Perform steps 4 and 5 above.

HH TIMING Tolerance No.0

1. Press the CALL

2. 3. 4. Press the CALL

5. Press the CALL

2.3 Setting hysteresis

2. Using the or key, select tolerance No. H.

3. Press the key to enter the hysteresis setting mode.

4. Using the or key, set the hysteresis margin.

5. Press the key to register the hysteresis margin.

2.3.2 Timing diagram

2.4 Auto-zero function

Auto-zero can be performed using any of the following three procedures:

(The value displayed just when

3.1 Table of modes and function numbers

B Input X Y X+Y X-Y P. 25

d Comparison Normal Compar- P. 26

I Scaling Scaling of analog voltage output P. 33

J RS-232C Setting RS-232C communication parameters P. 56

MDL (Multi-point digital linearize) function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 35

3.2 Function setting procedure

2. Using the or key, select the desired function.

3. Press the key to enter the function parameter mode.

4. Set the function parameters.

3.3 Average mode

"L" and "H" indicate the digital filter mode. For

3. Press the key to register the number of measurements.