C-more Micro (EA3) Quick Start Guide

®

C-more EA3 Series Micro Panels,

Accessories & Replacement Parts

3505 HUTCHINSON ROAD

CUMMING, GA 30040-5860

NOTES: 1. Software and Firmware version 3.5 or later is required with models EA3-T8CL and

EA3-T10CL. Available for download free at www.automationdirect.com

2. Software and Firmware version 4.0 or later is required with model EA3-T6CL.

Available for download free at www.automationdirect.com

General Description

• TFT color display

• LED backlight

• Selectable Portrait or Landscape orientation

• Requires 12 - 24 VDC Class 2 power supply

• 30MB memory for EA3-T8CL and EA3-T10CL or 6MB memory for EA3-T6CL.

• USB Type B programming port

• Built in 15-pin serial communications port (RS-232/422/485)

• Built in RJ12 port

• Five or Seven user-defined function keys, each with a user-programmable red LED

• Optional replaceable clear screen overlay

• Built in Alarm Control setup that activates beep, backlight flash, customized alarm banner, and red LED blinking

• Up to 999 screens, limited only by memory usage

• 0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F) operating temperature range

• UL, cUL & CE agency approvals (see Panel Specifications and Agency Approvals sections for details)

• 2-year warranty from date of purchase

Safety Information

WARNING: To minimize the risk of potential safety problems, you should follow all applicable local and national codes that regulate the installation and operation of your equipment. These codes vary from area to area and it is your responsibility to determine which codes should be followed, and to verify that the equipment, installation, and operation are in compliance with the latest revision of these codes.

Equipment damage or serious injury to personnel can result from the failure to follow all applicable codes and standards. We do not guarantee the products described in this publication are suitable for your particular application, nor do we assume any responsibility for your product design, installation, or operation.

If you have any questions concerning the installation or operation of this equipment, or if you need additional information, please call technical support at

1-800-633-0405 or 770-844-4200.

This publication is based on information available at the time it was printed. At

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Before you begin...

Minimum items required to create a working system:

• C-more Micro panel

• C-more Micro Programming Software EA-MG-PGMSW (Downloadable version available from the AutomationDirect web site at no charge.)

• C-more Micro USB Programming Cable such as USB-CBL-AB6, used to connect between a

PC and the Micro panel’s built-in programming port.

• Power source – An external 12-24 VDC class 2 power source is required. Recommended power supply is AutomationDirect part number PSC-24-030.

• Personal computer – to run the C-more Micro programming software.

• Communications Cable (serial) – to connect the C-more Micro panel to your

PLC or other controller with which the panel will communicate.

Programming Software & Programming Cable

(sold separately)

EA-MG-PGMSW USB-CBL-AB6

NOTE: Free download of the C-more Micro programming software at the AutomationDirect web site.

1

Unpack and Inspect

Unpack the C-more Micro panel from its shipping carton. Included in the carton are the following:

• C-more Micro panel

• cutout template

• mounting clips

• gasket

• function key label inserts

• Quick Start Guide

• DC Power Connector

• Unpack any accessories that have been ordered, such as:

DC Power Supply, programming cable, communications cable, etc.

• Inspect all equipment for completeness. If anything is missing or damaged, immediately call the AutomationDirect returns department

@ 1-800-633-0405.

EA3 series

Panel

Gasket

Mounting

Clips

EA-MG-DC-CON

DC Power

Connector

4

Install the Software and Develop a Project

NOTES: 1. Software and Firmware version 3.5 or later is required with models EA3-T8CL and

EA3-T10CL. Available for download free at www.automationdirect.com

2. Software and Firmware version 4.0 or later is required with model EA3-T6CL.

Available for download free at www.automationdirect.com

Following are the system requirements for running C-more Micro Programming

Software, EA-MG-PGMSW, on a PC:

• Operating System - Windows® 7 (32 and 64 bit), Windows 8 (32 and 64 bit); Windows 8.1 (32 and 64 bit)

• Minimum 150 MB free hard-disk space

• CD-ROM or DVD drive for installing software from the CD, or internet access to download free programming software

• USB port for project transfer from software to touch panel

5

Connect C-more Micro Panel to Computer

Connect the panel to a computer by using a Programming Cable such as

USB-CBL-AB6, from a USB port type A on the project development PC to the

USB port on the C-more Micro panel as shown below.

NOTE: Install the C-more Micro Programming software before connecting the panel to the PC to ensure the panel drivers install correctly.

User PC

USB-CBL-AB6

C-more

Micro Panel

2

Become Familiar with Available

Communication Ports

The C-more EA3 Series Micro panels include a built-in USB Type B port used to communicate with a PC during project development. There is a 15-pin RS-232/

RS-422/RS-485 port and an RJ12 RS-232 port for communications to a PLC.

Expansion

Connector

RJ12 serial communications Port1

Pin Signal

1 Logic GND

2 not used

3

4

RXD (232C)

TXD (232C)

5 Supplies +5VDC

6 Logic GND

RS-232

USB Type B

Programming Port1

Pin Signal

1 Frame GND

2 TXD (232C)

3

4

RXD (232C)

Supplies +5VDC

5 Logic GND

Pin

6 LE

Signal

7 CTS (232C)

8

9

RTS (232C)

RXD+ (422/485)

10 RXD– (422/485)

Pin Signal

11 TXD+ (422/485)

12 TXD– (422/485)

13

14

Term. Resistor do not use

15 do not use

RS-232/422/485

6

Provide Power to the C-more Micro Panel

The panel is powered by a 1 Amp @ 12-24 VDC class 2 power source . Recommended power supply is AutomationDirect P/N: PSC-24-030 .

PLC 15-pin D-sub serial communications Port2

3

Install C-more Micro Panel

C-more EA3 Series Micro panels can be mounted through a cutout in an enclosure by using the

C template provided with the panel, or using the dimensions shown. The enclosure mounting thickness range for the panels is 0.04”–0.2” [1–5 mm].

B

Mounting Clip

C

CUTOUT

OUTLINE

A

C

BEZEL

OUTLINE

CUTOUT

Enclosure

Thickness Range

Mounting Screw Tightening Torque

EA3-T6CL

EA3-T8CL

EA3-T10CL

21 - 28 oz·in (0.15 - 0.20 N·m)

63 - 77 oz·in (0.45 - 0.55 N·m)

C

A

B

C

Cutout Dimensions inches [mm]

EA3-T6CL EA3-T8CL EA3-T10CL

6.34 [161.0] 9.25 [235.0] 11.91 [302.5]

4.81 [122.2]

0.26 [6.6]

7.07 [179.6]

0.31 [7.9]

8.92 [226.6]

0.31 [7.9]

GND

–

Equipment

Ground

Recommended

DC Supply Fuse

2.5A fast acting,

ADC p/n AGC2-5

+

Required Wire Specification

Supported temperature Over 60 °C

Wire Material

Wire Size

Copper

16 - 22 AWG

Tightening Torque

Power supply wire connection 1.7 lb·in (0.2 N·m)

NOTE: C-more Micro EA3 Series panels cannot be powered by a PLC and cannot communicate with a PLC through the USB programming port. EA3-T6CL can be powered during programming from the PC through a USB Programming Cable such as USB-CBL-AB6. When powered from the PC,

EA3-T6CL will operate in Low-Power mode and the screen brightness is diminished.

7

Accessing the C-more Micro Panel Setup Screens

To access the Setup Menu of the panel’s setup screens, press the the BAK [F1] and

ENT [F5] function keys simultaneously for three (3) seconds.

From the Setup Menu, information about the panel can be obtained, settings can be adjusted, and panel functions can be tested.

Example

BAK

MEMORY

Total:

31457200 Bytes

Usage:

0 Bytes

Free:

31457200 Bytes

8

Choose C-more Micro Panel to PLC Protocols and

Cables

NOTE: For the latest list of available PLC drivers and PLC cables go to www.automationdirect.com.

NOTE: C-more Micro EA3 Series panels cannot be powered by a PLC and cannot communicate with a PLC through the USB programming port. EA3-T6CL can be powered during programming from the PC through a USB Programming Cable such as USB-CBL-AB6. When powered from the PC,

EA3-T6CL will operate in Low-Power mode and the screen brightness is diminished.

AutomationDirect Productivity Series

AutomationDirect CLICK

AutomationDirect Do-more

AutomationDirect K-sequence

AutomationDirect DirectNET

AutomationDirect Modbus

AutomationDirect SOLO

AutomationDirect GS Drives

Modicon Modbus RTU

Entivity Modbus RTU

PLC Drivers

Allen-Bradley DF1 Half Duplex

Allen-Bradley DF1 Full Duplex

Allen-Bradley PLC5 DF1

Allen-Bradley DH485

GE SNPX (90/30, 90/70, Micro 90, VersaMax Micro)

Mitsubishi FX

Mitsubishi (Q, QnA)

Omron Host Link (C200 Adapter, C500)

Omron FINS Serial (CJ1, CS1)

Siemens PPI (S7-200 CPU)

Cable Part No.

Cable Description

Cables used with RJ12 RS-232 serial Port1

RJ-12 port, DL05, DL06, DL105, DL205, D3-350, D4-450 & H2-WinPLC

(RS-232C). 3.66m (12ft) cable length

Direct LOGIC (VGA Style) 15-pin port, DL06, D2-250 (250-1), D2-260

(RS-232C). Use with D0-CBL cable.

D0-CBL

FA-15HD

FA-CABKIT

OP-3CBL-1

Cable Description

Cables used with 15-pin RS-232/422/485 serial Port2

AutomationDirect Productivity Series, Do-more, CLICK, Direct LOGIC PLC

RJ-12 port, DL05, DL06, DL105, DL205, D3-350, D4-450 & H2-WinPLC

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

Direct LOGIC (VGA Style) 15-pin port, DL06, D2-250 (250-1), D2-260

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

Cable Part No.

EA-2CBL

EA-2CBL-1

EA-3CBL

EA-4CBL-1

Direct LOGIC PLC 25-pin D-sub port, Direct, DL-405, D3-350,

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

EA-4CBL-2

Allen-Bradley SLC 5-03/04/05, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FlexLogix DF1 port

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

Allen-Bradley PLC-5 DF1 port

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix, SLC 5-01/02/03 DH485 port

(RS-232C) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

GE 90/30, 90/70, Micro 90, Versamax Micro (Port2) 15-pin D-sub port

(RS-422A) 3m (9.8 ft) cable length

EA-MLOGIX-CBL

EA-SLC-232-CBL

EA-PLC5-232-CBL

EA-DH485-CBL

EA-90-30-CBL

EA-MITSU-CBL

EA-MITSU-CBL-1

EA-OMRON-CBL

9

Connect C-more Micro Panel to PLC

Connect the serial communications cable between the C-more Micro panel and the

PLC. The panel can be connected to the PLC via the panel’s built-in 15-pin serial communications port with either RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 communications.

C-more EA3 Series

Micro Panel

CLICK PLC

PSC-24-030

Power Supply

Port 2

Port 2

EA-2CBL serial cable

Part Number:

Description:

Specifications

EA3-T6CL

320 x 240 pixels LCD display (Landscape mode),

EA3-T8CL EA3-T10CL

800 x 600 pixels LCD display (Landscape mode), seven user defined LED indicators

Display:

• Type

• Resolution

• Color

• Display Brightness

(Reference)

• Viewing Area Size

• Active Area Size

• Brightness

• Viewing Angle

(Landscape Mode)

Backlight:

• Type

• Color

• User Replaceable

Touch Screen:

•Type

• Operation

• Life

Features:

• User Memory

• Number of Screens

• Beep (Internal)

• Keypad Function Buttons

• Keypad Function Button

LEDs

• Programming Port

• Serial Communications

Screen Objects:

5.7” TFT Graphical type with LED Backlight

320 (W) x 240 (H) pixels (Landscape Mode)

240 (W) x 320 (H) pixels (Portrait Mode)

270 nits (typ)

4.57” (W) x 3.44” (H)

[116.2 mm x 87.4 mm]

8.4” TFT Graphical type with LED Backlight

10.4” TFT Graphical type with LED Backlight

800 (W) x 600 (H) pixels (Landscape Mode)

600 (W) x 800 (H) pixels (Portrait Mode)

32768 colors

295 nits (typ)

6.86” (W) x 5.17” (H)

[174.2 mm x 131.2 mm]

270 nits (typ)

8.46” (W) x 6.41” (H)

[214.8 mm x 162.7 mm]

Adjusted from the panel’s built-in configuration setup menu

3, 9 o’clock axis –> 80 degrees

12 o’clock axis –> 80 degrees

3, 9 o’clock axis –> 80 degrees

12 o’clock axis –> 80 degrees

3, 9 o’clock axis –> 80 degrees

12 o’clock axis –> 60 degrees

LED

White

No

Analog touch panel

82 gram force [0.8 N] maximum

Minimum of 1,000,000 cycles

6MB 30MB

Up to 999 – limited by project memory usage

Yes key buttons with the ability to customize label with an overlay.

Minimum of 500,000 cycles customize label with an overlay.

Minimum of 500,000 cycles

Each function key button includes a red LED that can be user programmed.

USB 2.0 Type B

RJ12 serial communications port (RS-232)

15-pin D-sub serial communications port (RS-232, RS-485 / 422).

• Functional Devices

• Static Shapes

• Displayable Fonts

Electrical:

• Input Power

• Power Consumption

• Maximum Inrush Current

• Acceptable External

Power Drop Duration

Environmental:

• Operating Temperature

• Storage Temperature

• Humidity

• Environmental Air

• Housing Material

• Gasket Material

• Overlay Sheet Material

• Vibration

• Shock

• Noise Immunity

Numeric Entry, Inc/Dec Value, Bar Graph, Bitmap Button, Static Bitmap, Dynamic Bitmap, Recipe Button,

Adjust Contrast, Function Key Configuration Object, Real Time Graph, Line Graph, Analog Meter.

Lines, Rectangles, Circles and Frames

Fixed fonts: 4x6, 6x6, 6x6B, 6x8, 8x16, 8x32, 8x64, 16x16, 16x32, 16x64,

32x16, 32x32, 32x64, and Windows fonts

7.5 W

13A for 800µs

10.2 - 26.4 VDC; Class 2 power supply

8W

10A for 1ms

Maximum 1ms

10W

0 to 50 °C (32 to 122 °F)

Maximum surrounding air temperature rating: 50 °C

–20 to +60 °C (–4 to +140 °F)

5–95% RH (non-condensing)

No corrosive gasses permitted (EN61131-2 pollution degree 2)

ABS Plastic

Silicone Rubber

PET

IEC60068-2-6 (Test Fc), 5-9 Hz: 3.5 mm amplitude, 9-150 Hz: 1.0G, sweeping, at a rate of 1 octave/min. (±10%), 10 sweep cycles per axis on each of 3 mutually perpendicular axes

IEC60068-2-27 (Test Ea), 15 G peak, 11 ms duration, three shocks in each direction per axis, on 3 mutually perpendicular axes (total of 18 shocks)

NEMA ICS3-304

Impulse 1000 V @ 1 µs pulse

• Enclosure

UL50 type 4X indoor use only

(When mounted correctly)

CE (EN61131-2), UL508, CUL Canadian C22.2 No. 142-M95, UL E157382, RoHS (2011/65/EU)

To obtain the most current agency approval information, see the Agency Approval Checklist section on the specific part number’s web page

• Agency Approvals

Physical:

• Dimensions

• Enclosure Mounting

Thickness Range

• Mounting Clip Screw

Torque Range

• Weight

21 – 28 oz·in [0.15 – 0.20 N·m]

21.1 oz. (600g)

0.04” – 0.2” [1 – 5 mm]

63 – 77 oz·in [0.45 – 0.55 N·m]

39.9 oz. (1130g) 57.1 oz. (1620g)

Customizing the Function Keys Label Insert

Step 1 - Remove gasket

Step 2 - Remove existing function key label insert using a small tool such as jeweler’s screw driver.

Step 3 - Install the new insert into the slot in the side of the panel and lock tab into place.

Reinstall the gasket.

C-more EA3 Series Micro Panel Dimensions

F

E

B

C

A

GASKET

Model

Number

EA3-T6CL

EA3-T8CL

EA3-T10CL

A

6.85

[174.0]

9.87

[250.8]

12.52

[318.0]

Panel Dimensions - inches [mm]

B C D

5.33

[135.4]

7.69

[195.4]

9.53

[242.1]

6.30

[160.0]

9.19

[233.4]

11.84

[300.7]

4.78

[121.3]

7.01

[178.1]

8.84

[224.5]

E

1.99

[39.4]

1.84

[46.7]

1.84

[46.7]

F

0.24

[6.0]

0.32

[8.1]

0.32

[8.1]

D

Replacement and Accessory Parts

Part Number Description

EA-MG-BZ2-BRK Replacement mounting clips for C-more Micro EA3-T6CL (pack of 8)

EA3-BRK Replacement mounting clips for C-more Micro EA3-T8CL and EA3-T10CL (pack of 8)

EA-MG-DC-CON Replacement DC power connector (pack of 5)

EA-MG6-GSK

EA3-8-GSK

Replacement gasket for EA3-T6CL

Replacement gasket for EA3-T8CL

EA3-10-GSK

EA-MG6-FKL

EA3-MG-8-FKL

Replacement gasket for EA3-T10CL

Replacement function key label insert for EA3-T6CL

(pk of 5; 3 blank, 1 F1-F5 for Landscape, 1 F1-F5 for Portrait)

Replacement function key label insert for EA3-T8CL

(pk of 5; 3 blank, 1 F1-F7 for Landscape, 1 F1-F7 for Portrait)

EA3-MG-10-FKL

EA-6-COV2

EA-8-COV2

EA-10-COV2

Replacement function key label insert for EA3-T10CL

(pk of 5; 3 blank, 1 F1-F7 for Landscape, 1 F1-F7 for Portrait)

Accessory Screen Protector for 6-inch panels, Non-Glare (pack of 3)

Accessory Screen Protector for 8-inch panels, Non-Glare (pack of 3)

Accessory Screen Protector for 10-inch panels, Non-Glare (pack of 3)

EA-MG-BZ2-BRK

EA-MG-6-FKL

EA3-BRK

EA3-MG-8-FKL

EA-6-COV2

EA-8-COV2

EA-10-COV2

EA3-MG-10-FKL

Communication Port Adapters

EA-COMCON-3

1.756 [44.6]

EA-MG-DC-CON

EA-MG6-GSK

EA3-8-GSK

EA3-10-GSK

NOTE: Due to comm port orientation EA-COMCON-3 cannot be used with

EA3-T8CL and EA3-T10CL.

EA-COMCON-3A

Dimensions inches [mm]

0.60

[15.3]

0.68

[17.4]

1.873

[47.6]

1.126

[28.6]

1.70

[43.2]

Dimensions inches [mm]

Date code

Country of Origin

KOYO ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.

EA-COMCON-3

Terminals

2.07

[52.6]

Terminals

Clear Screen Overlay

EA-6-COV2

EA-8-COV2

EA-10-COV2

6.614

[168.0]

EA-10-COV2

5.441

[138.2]

EA-8-COV2

Step 1

Remove the overlay from the package

8.906

[226.2]

3.795

[96.4]

Step 2

Remove the paper backing from the overlay

Remove the protective film*

Step 4

*NOTE: The protective cover ships with a thin protective sheet on the face of the cover that needs to be carefully removed. If your panel is not clear, the protective sheet may not have been removed.

Agency Approvals

Name

C-more EA3 Series Micro Panels

Certifications

UL / cUL UL508

E157382 E157382

CE

Yes

ISO-9000

Yes

Additional Help and Support

EA-6-COV2

4.913

[124.8]

Step 3

Align the overlay with the screen and press the adhesive firmly into place

• For product support, specifications, and installation troubleshooting, a Hardware User Manual can be downloaded from the Online

Documentation area of the AutomationDirect web site.

• For software programming help, refer to the C-more Micro

Programming Software on-line embedded help.

• Refer to online support of the product at: http://c-moremicro.automationdirect.com/support/index.html

• For additional technical support and questions, call our Technical

Support team @ 1-800-633-0405 or 770-844-4200.

Dimensions inches [mm]

0.197

[5.0]

0.157

[4.0]

0.197

[5.0]

0.157

[4.0]

Data Sheet: EA3-QSG Rev. C