Part Number 2077-08

Revision B

INSTALLATION, CALIBRATION, AND OPERATION

Mother Board Assembly

P/N 2077-014

Manufacturers of Precision Instruments

Printed in U.S.A. May 16, 1997

 Manual 2077-08 contains 18 pages, divided as follows:

Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1997

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1997
TOC-1 through TOC-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1997
Pages 1 through 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1997

All product, brand, or trade names used in this publication are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

Proper service and repair is important to the safe, reliable operation of all M/D TOTCO equipment.
The service procedures recommended by M/D TOTCO and described in the technical manuals
are recommended methods of performing service operations. When these service operations
require the use of tools specially designed for the purpose, those special tools should be used as
recommended. Warnings against the use of specific service methods that can damage equipment
or render it unsafe are stated in the manuals. These warnings are not exclusive, as M/D TOTCO
could not possibly know, evaluate and advise service people of all conceivable ways in which ser-
vice might be done or of all possible associated hazardous consequences. Accordingly, anyone
who uses service procedures or tools which are not recommended by M/D TOTCO must first sat-
isfy themselves thoroughly that neither personnel safety nor equipment safety will be jeopardized
by the method selected.

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 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY

THE FOLLOWING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER
EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT BY WAY OF LIMITATION, ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Martin-Decker TOTCO (“Company”) warrants to Buyer (“Purchaser”) of new products manufactured or

supplied by the Company that such products are, at the time of delivery to the Purchaser, free of material and
workmanship defects, subject to the following exceptions:

A. Any product which has been repaired or altered in such a way, in the Company's judgement, as to affect
the product adversely, including any repairs, rebuilding, welding or heat treating outside of Company
authorized facility.

B. Any product which has, in the Company's judgement, been subject to negligence, accident, or improper
storage.

C. Any product which has not been installed, operated and maintained in accordance with normal practice
and within the recommendations of the Company.

D. For all items of special order by Buyer which are not manufactured by Company, Buyer should submit
warranty claims directly to the manufacturer thereof.

The Company's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing, or at its option, replacing any products
which in its judgement proved not to be as warranted within the applicable warranty period. All costs of
transportation of products claimed not to be as warranted to authorized Company service facility shall be
borne by Buyer. Costs of return transportation to Buyer of products accepted for repair or replacement by
Company under the warranty provisions of the Sales Agreement shall be borne by the Company. Company
may, at its sole option elect to refund the purchase price of the products, and Company shall have no further
obligation under the Sales Agreement.

The cost of labor for installing a repaired or replacement part shall be borne by Buyer. Replacement parts
provided under the terms of this warranty are warranted for the remainder of the warranty period of the
product upon which installed to the same extent as if such parts were original components thereof.

The warranty periods for various products are:

A. Hydraulic, Mechanical, Electronic Equipment: one (1) year from date of installation or fifteen (15) months
from date of shipment from Company, whichever occurs first.

B. All Elastomer Diaphragms: six (6) months from date of shipment from Company.

No deviations from the Company's standard warranty terms or period as stated herein will be honored unless
agreed to in writing by an authorized Company representative prior to acceptance of the order.

EXCLUSIVITY OF REMEDY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THIS
WARRANTY SHALL CONSTITUTE THE SOLE RECOURSE OF BUYER AGAINST COMPANY FOR
BREACH OF ANY OF COMPANY'S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE SALES AGREEMENT WITH BUYER,
WHETHER THE CLAIM IS MADE IN TORT OR IN CONTRACT, INCLUDING CLAIMS BASED ON
WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHERWISE.

IN NO EVENT SHALL COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT,
STRICT LIABILITY OR IN TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), NOR FOR LOST PROFITS.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Paragraph/Title Page

1.0 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2.1 Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2.2 Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2.3 Special Features/Capabilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 List of Supplied Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4.1 Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4.2 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4.3 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.0 INSTALLATION/SET-UP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Unpacking/Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Installation/Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4 Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.5 Power/Signal Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.5.1 Connector Pin and Signal List-Configuration Jumpers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.5.2 Typical Transducer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.5.3 Wiring.Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.0 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Turn-on/Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Checkout Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.0 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1 General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.2 Functional Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
5.0 MAINTENANCE/CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1 General-Warranty Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.2 Installation Note. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.3 Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.4 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
6.0 PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
6.2 Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
7.0 REFERENCE DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Signal Conditioner Mother Board Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drawing 2077-01
Signal Conditioner Mother Board Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drawing 2077-03
Typical Transducer Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drawing 2077-08

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 2077-Series Signal Conditioner
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance

1.0. DESCRIPTION
1.1. General
This manual is intended to provide the user with the information necessary to set-up, operate,
and maintain the Signal Conditioner Mother Board, (S/C-M/B), designed and manufactured by
M/D TOTCO. Section 1 covers the equipment description and specifications while Section 2
covers installation, set-up, and operating controls and indicators. The operating modes are cov-
ered in Section 3. Section 4 describes the principles of operation on a functional block diagram
basis. Section 5 has all the maintenance and calibration instructions and Section 6 contains the
parts lists. All reference drawings are located at the end of Section 6.
It is recommended that the reader take the extra time to thoroughly familiarize himself with at least
the first three sections of this manual before attempting to operate the equipment. In the long run it
will save valuable time and money.
The maintenance portion of this manual is written for an individual with a solid basic knowledge of
electronics.
We believe this manual is accurate and complete. All information needed for operation and main-
tenance should be present. We value you, the customer, and your opinion, and encourage you to
contact us if you have any comments or questions regarding this manual.

1.2. Hardware Description

The Signal Conditioner Mother Board (S/C-M/B) is an accessory that provides additional features
and application flexibility for the following precision signal conditioners:
• Signal Conditioner/Amplifier, Voltage Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 2060-00
• Signal Conditioner/Amplifier, Current Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 2078-00
• Signal Conditioner/Amplifier, Frequency Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P/N 2066-00

1.2.1. Functional Description

The S/C-M/B mounts directly in a NEMA type 4 enclosure, Hoffman A-806 CHNF, or equivalent,
and provides plug-in mounting for a signal conditioner module. Two terminal blocks are provided
for easy field wiring. Clearly labelled test points are provided for all signals.
Up to four relays may be provided for remote calibration purposes. Two relays are used for shunt
calibration, a technique widely used for strain gage bridge transducers or any other Wheatstone
bridge type transducer. A third relay permits a zero check of the instrumentation by connecting the
signal input to the (+)signal input instead of to the transducer. The last relay permits a gain check
by a voltage substitution technique. A precision voltage divider on the, S/C-M/B divides the excita-
tion voltage down to a voltage that is connected to the signal inputs of the signal conditioner
instead of the transducer. This voltage is a differential voltage centered at one half the excitation
voltage so that no common mode errors will occur.
The relays used are sealed units, with gold plated, low thermal EMF contacts rated for dry circuit
operation. The relays are actuated by connecting their respective control line to power common.
Turret terminals are provided in a diamond pattern for installing bridge completion resistors,
balancing resistors, or jumpers.

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1.2.2. Physical Description

The S/C-M/B consists of a single printed circuit assembly, 4.5” (W) x 6.511 (L) x approximately
1.411 (H) (with the signal conditioner installed). The 4 mounting holes are spaced 4.25” x 6.25”
apart to permit direct mounting in many 8” x 6” x. 3.5” NEMA type 4 enclosures. For other applica-
tions the S/C-M/B may be supplied 4” x 6” (L) with 6 mounting holes spaced 2.875” apart on two
rows of three holes, spaced 3.75” between rows. See the assembly drawing 2077-01 for more
details.
The Signal Conditioner mounts on the S/C-M/B in a piggyback fashion. Heat-sinking is provided
on the signal conditioner for some components that require cooling. When mounting the S/C-M/B,
adequate clearance must be provided for convection air flow over this heatsink.

1.2.3. Special Features/capabilities

• Easy to use
• Plug-in mounting of signal conditioner
• Up to four calibration relays for shunt, zero, and voltage substitution calibrations

1.3. List Of Supplied Equipment

The following equipment is supplied:
• Signal Conditioner Mother Board P/N 2077-00
• Owner’s Manual P/N 2077-08
The following equipment is not supplied, but is listed for reference:
• Signal Conditioner, Voltage Output P/N 2060-00
• Signal Conditioner, Current Output P/N 2078-00
• Signal Conditioner, Frequency Output P/N 2066-00

1.4. Specifications

1.4.1. Electrical Specifications

Maximum Allowable Coil Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A

Relay Nominal Operating Power (each) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200mW
Snubber Diodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Supplied on-board
Contact Thermal EMF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 3uV
Expected Relay Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Operations
* Input power of 12 or 24 VAC to be specified by customer at order placement.

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1.4.2. Physical Specifications

Table 1. Physical Specifications

Measurement NEMA BOX PANEL MOUNT

Length 4.5” 4.0”

Width 6.5” 6.0”

Height 1.4” 1.4”

Weight 8 oz. 8 oz.

See Assembly Drawing 2077-01 for mounting hole spacing and additional
dimensions.

1.4.3. Environmental Specifications

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 to 50° C (wider as an option)

Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 to 90% R.H. non condensing
Shock Resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50g (11 ms)
Vibration Resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18g, 10 to 55Hz at double amplitude of 3mm

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2.0. INSTALLATION/SET-UP
2.1. General
This section contains information to aid in installation and preparation for use. Included are instruc-
tions and information for visual inspection, installation in a suitable environment, setting controls,
interpreting displays and connecting cables and power.

CAUTION
DO NOT HYPOT or megger or perform high voltage tests on any cables
that are connected to this equipment, almost certain damage will result.
Disconnect all cables before tests are performed. Do hot hypot or megger
the equipment. If any question exists concerning this compatibility of any
test with this instrument, contact M/D TOTCO before proceeding, to avoid
equipment damage and possibly voiding the warranty.

2.2. Unpacking and Inspection

When the equipment is received, examine the shipping container for evidence of damage. If none
is found, unpack the instrument carefully, watching for signs of damage. If evidence of damage is
apparent, stop unpacking immediately and notify the carrier. Save the damaged shipping con-
tainer for inspection by the carrier. The equipment underwent stringent quality inspection, burn-in,
and operational tests prior to shipment.
If the equipment shows no sign of damage, it may then be set-up and installed per the instructions
in this chapter.
Verify that all items listed in chapter one and on the packing slip have been received. Notify the
factory at once if any parts are missing.

2.3. Installation Mounting

The S/C-M/B will mount directly in a NEMA type 4 enclosure 8” x 6” x 3.25” (H), such as the
Hoffman A-806CHNF. The S/C-M/B may be mounted in any orientation.
The signal conditioner mounted on the S/C-M/B will usually have a heatsink and adequate clear-
ance must be provided for convection air currents.

2.4. Controls and Indicators

There are no controls or indicators on the S/C-M/B.

2.5. Power/Signal Connection

The S/C-M/B has two connectors for connection to the signal conditioner and two terminal blocks
for connection to field wiring. Turret terminals are provided for field installation of jumper selectable
options and bridge completion or balancing resistors.

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2.5.1. Connector Pin and Signal List Configuration Jumpers

Connector Jl . . . . . . . . Signal conditioner, transducer connections
Connector J2 . . . . . . . . Signal conditioner, power in, signal out
Terminal Block TBl . . . . Field wiring of power in, signal out, calibration control signals
Terminal Block TB2. . . . Field wiring to the transducer
Table 2. Signal Conditioner (J1)

Pin Signal Comments/Function

1 + Power In ---
2 RCAL Short to Pin 3 for Shunt Calibration
3 RCAL Short to Pin 2 for Shunt Calibration
4 - Power In ---
5 + Signal Out ---
6 - Signal Out ---
Mating connector: P2 on the signal conditioner.

Table 3. Signal Conditioner (J2)

Pin Signal Comments/Functions

1 + Signal In ---
2 - Signal In ---
3 Remote Cal ---
4 Remote Cal ---
5 - Excitation ---
6 - Remote Sense ---
7 + Remote Sense ---
8 + Excitation ---
Mating connector: P2 on the signal conditioner.

Table 4. Field Wiring - Misc. (TB1)

Pin Signal Comments/Functions

1 + Power In
2 - Power In
3 + Signal Out
4 - Signal Out
5 Zero Cal
6 Volt Sub Cal
7 Shunt Cal 1
8 Shunt Cal 2
---
---
---
---
Connect to - Power In to actuate relay.
Connect to - Power In to actuate relay.
Connect to - Power In to actuate relay.
Connect to - Power In to actuate relay.

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2.5.2. Typical Transducer Connections

This instrument will operate with either a 4-wire, a 5-wire, or a 7-wire transducer connection.
However, a 7-wire connection is recommended because of its stability and accuracy. To realize
the full accuracy of this instrument a 7-wire transducer connection must be used and all perfor-
mance specifications are based on that configuration. See Figure 2.1.
The 4-wire transducer connection is acceptable if short cables (50 feet maximum) are used, the
system is operated in a stable ambient temperature, and extreme accuracy is not required.
The 5-wire transducer connection uses a remote connection for shunt calibration. This provides a
50% reduction in the error caused by the resistance of the interconnecting cables and connectors.
This connection is acceptable if 50 foot maximum cables are used, the system is operated in a sta-
ble ambient temperature, and extreme accuracy is not required.
The 7-wire transducer connection is preferred because it eliminates most of the errors caused by
the resistance of the interconnecting cables and connectors, which will be referred to as RL (in
each wire). There are two distinct errors caused by RL. The transducer output caused by a direct
physical stimulus is decreased by a factor of 2RL/Rl where R is the transducers input resistance
(typically 120 or 350 ohms). The transducer output caused by a shunt calibration increases by a
factor of approximately 2RL/R. Therefore, a total calibration error of 4RL/R will exist due to the
interconnecting cable resistance. Both of these errors are present in a 4-wire transducer connec-
tion. A 5-wire transducer connection eliminates the shunt calibration error, therefore reducing the
error to 2RL/R. The 7-wire transducer connection eliminates both errors.
The decrease in output from physical stimulus results from the decrease in excitation voltage
actually applied to the transducer due to the voltage dividing action between the wire resistance
and the transducer resistance. The increase in shunt calibration output results from the fact that
calibration current is caused to flow through the RT in the negative signal output lead. This voltage
drop adds directly to the transducer output and causes the calibration error. A more detailed expla-
nation follows.
In a 4-wire measurement the excitation voltage is measured at the instrument end of the excitation
wires, but the large currents flowing in these wires can cause large voltage drops across them.
This causes an immeasurable reduction in the excitation voltage applied to the transducer and,
because the output of the transducer is directly proportional to the excitation voltage applied
across it, a gain error results. Due to the high temperature coefficient of resistance of copper wire,
ambient temperature changes cause the cable resistance to vary resulting in a temperature
dependent gain error. The remote sense lines eliminate these errors, because they permit mea-
surement and/or regulation of the excitation voltage at the transducer end of the cable. There is
almost no current flowing in the remote sense lines because of the measurement circuit’s high
input impedance, so there is a negligible voltage drop across those wires and the voltage mea-
sured at the instrument is virtually identical to the voltage at the transducer.
When performing shunt calibration, a resistor is shunted across one arm of the transducer’s bridge
(normally the arm between the(-)signal and (-)excitation leads for a positive output), so approxi-
mately one half the excitation voltage appears across this shunt calibration resistor which causes
a current to flow through it while shunt calibration is being performed. In a 4-wire measurement
this current flows through the (-)signal wire, causing a voltage drop across the wire that appears in
series with the transducer’s output. The shunt calibration output of the transducer thus becomes
dependent on the resistance of the (-)signal wire and varies with wire length and temperature. This
effect is eliminated by conducting the shunt calibration resistor’s current through the remote shunt
calibration lead, ensuring the (-)signal lead will remain a non-current carrying sensing lead for the
transducer output.

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It should be noted for completeness that the remote shunt calibration lead reduces the effect of
this shunt calibration current to a very low value, but an eighth wire, while not normally required, is
necessary to completely eliminate it. This is true because the shunt calibration current still flows in
the (-)remote sense wire, causing a voltage drop across the wire that appears in series with the
excitation voltage being sensed. However, since the magnitude of the excitation voltage is much
larger than the magnitude of the transducer output, the error voltage is a much smaller percentage
of the excitation volta e than it is of the transducer output and its effect is greatly reduced, typically
by a factor of 500. This effect is normally negligible for all but the longest cables, widest tempera-
ture ranges, and most sensitive applications.

2.5.3. Wiring Considerations

This signal conditioner will not operate correctly unless a transducer, or some other acceptable
signal is applied to the input.
Because of the low level signals normally involved, all transducers should be wired with twisted,
shielded pairs. The two signal leads, the two excitation leads, and the two remote sense leads
(when used) should each share a separate pair. See Figure 2.1.
Transducers manufactured by M/D TOTCO normally have no electrical connection to their case.
For these and other floating transducers the transducer cable shield should be connected to chas-
sis (earth) ground at the signal conditioner end of the cable. For grounded transducers, the trans-
ducer cable shield should be connected to chassis (earth) ground at the transducer end or as
close to it as practical, instead of at the signal conditioner end. Never connect to the shield of a
cable at more than one point, ground potential difference will cause ground loops and result in
transient errors.
It should be remembered that this signal conditioner, or the system into which it is connected, must
have a connection to earth ground. A completely floating system allows an uncontrolled common
mode voltage to develop. This is a potentially dangerous condition and can affect the accuracy of
the system. However, good instrumentation practices dictate a careful analysis of how that con-
nection is made or large errors may result.
In simple, single channel systems with a floating power supply, the connection to chassis (earth)
ground should be made at the (-)excitation terminal on the signal conditioner.
In multi-channel systems the connection to chassis (earth) ground is frequently accomplished
through the power common (-power input). Caution is advised, use a good single point ground
(mecca) and make all connections to chassis (earth) ground at that point. Route a separate wire
from each signal conditioner to mecca. Never connect digital circuits to mecca with the same wire
used for analog circuits.
The (-)output signal from the signal conditioner is internally connected directly to the (-)power input
signal and the (-)excitation output signal*, and so will normally be at chassis (earth) ground poten-
tial. Thus, in systems with proper power and signal grounding, the signal conditioner output may
be treated as a single ended output. If a difference in ground potentials exists, or if currents are
flowing in ground connections that can affect the relative ground potentials of analog system com-
ponents significantly, a differential connection should be used.
In noisy electrical environments and/or when a long cable is to be connected to the output of the
signal conditioner, a twisted pair, shielded cable should be used. Again, the shield should be con-
nected to chassis (earth) ground at one and only one end.
*(-) Ex. out is not connected to (-) power input signal on current output signal conditioner.

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3.0. OPERATION
3.1. General
This section contains information and instructions relating to equipment operation. Correct set-up
and installation, as described in Section 2, must be performed prior to equipment operation.

3.2. Turn-on/Operation
Refer to the Signal Conditioner Manual (P/N 2060-08 or 2078-08) for additional information.

3.3. Check-out Procedure

Refer to the Signal Conditioner Manual for additional checkout information. Check out the S/C-M/B
by energizing the relays and observing that the signal output responds appropriately.

4.0. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

4.1. General
This section describes the manner in which the equipment performs its different functions. This
discussion is keyed to the schematic diagram. An overall functional description is provided.

4.2. Functional Description

The signal conditioner mother board (S/C-M/B) provides a more convenient method of mounting
and connecting to the signal conditioners listed in Section 1.2.
Up to four relays may be provided to permit a variety of remote calibration techniques. The relays
may be selected with 6, 12, or 24VDC coils. The actuation voltage may be adjusted to different
ranges by installing zener diodes instead of jumpers for CR5, CR8, CR11, CR14, which are in
series with the relay coils for Kl, K2, K3, and K4 respectively. Diodes CR3, CR6, CR9, and CR12
are arc suppression diodes that prevent inductive arcs from damaging the circuitry that actuates
the relay. The relays are actuated by connecting their respective control line to power common.
Diodes CR4, CR7, CR10, and CR13 prevent damage to the relays and zener diodes by applica-
tion of reverse polarity control signals.
Relays Kl and/or K2, when installed, permit shunt calibration. When either Kl or K2 are installed a
single level shunt calibration is provided. When both Kl and K2 are installed, a two level shunt cal-
ibration is possible. When actuated, Kl (K2) shunts resistor R5 (R6), a stable, precision resistor,
across the arm of the transducer connected between the (-)REMOTE SENSE lead and the
REMOTE CALIBRATION lead. If the REMOTE CALIBRATION lead is connected to the (-)SIGNAL
TERMINAL at the transducer the shunt calibration output will be in a positive direction, for a nega-
tive output connect it to the (+)SIGNAL TERMINAL at the transducer instead. If remote calibration
is not required (4-wire transducer connection) install programming jumper PJ3.
The shunt calibration resistor/s is (are) normally installed on the signal conditioner mother board
(R5 and R6). This is preferred because these resistors are matched to the transducer and need
not be disturbed if the signal conditioner subassembly is removed or replaced for any reason.
However, the shunt calibration resistors are connected to the transducer through the signal condi-
tioner sub-assembly so the shunt calibration resistor on signal conditioner subassembly must be
replaced with a jumper (zero ohms) for proper operation.
For a single level shunt calibration it is possible to install the shunt calibration resistor on the signal
conditioner subassembly (if desired), but a jumper (zero ohms) must be installed instead of the
shunt calibration resistor on the signal conditioner mother board.

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Relay K2 may be configured to provide a negative shunt calibration output, independent of the
connection of the REMOTE CALIBRATION wire by removing PJ6 and installing PJ5 instead. This
makes it possible to have a positive (Kl) and a negative (K2) shunt calibration output. When PJ5 is
installed, K2 does not use the remote calibration lead (local calibration connection, similar to
4-wire, transducer connection) and the effect of lead wire resistance must be considered. See
Section 2.6.2, Typical Transducer Connection.
Relay K4, when installed, permits a voltage substitution calibration. This calibration technique is
used instead of shunt calibration when the physical parameter being measured by the transducer
may not be removed (zero stimulus) during calibration. This is accomplished by disconnecting the
signal conditioner inputs from the transducer and connecting them instead to a voltage derived by
dividing the excitation voltage with resistors Rl through R4. This is a precision voltage that is cen-
tered at one half the excitation voltage so no common mode errors are introduced. This feature
may be used to check the total system gain calibration.
Relay K3, when installed, permits checking the zero output of the signal conditioner. This feature is
normally used with the voltage substitution calibration to perform or check system calibration.
When energized, K3 disconnects the (-)Signal input of the signal conditioner from the transducer
and shorts it instead to the (+)Signal input, thus causing a zero input to the signal conditioner at
the correct common mode voltage.
The power supply voltage applied to the signal conditioner card maybe reduced, if necessary, by
installing zener diodes CR1 and/or CR2. When CR1 or CR2 are used Cl and/or C2 should also be
installed. Fuse Fl is provided so that the input power may be interrupted if desired, and in case of
overload.
Terminals are provided for jumper selected wiring options, and the installation of bridge comple-
tion/balancing resistors. See Section 2.6 for details.

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5.0. MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION

5.1. General
The information provided in this section is intended to assist the qualified technician in performing
calibration and maintenance. It is not intended to be a substitute for qualified repair and mainte-
nance training. It is assumed that the maintenance technician is thoroughly familiar with the infor-
mation in Section 1 through 4 of this manual.
Repairs and maintenance that might be required within the warranty period should be referred to
the factory. Caution should be observed in attempting any repairs within the warranty period to
avoid voiding the warranty by causing additional. damage.to the equipment while attempting
repairs.

5.2. Note On Proper Installation

Before attempting to diagnose an apparent problem verify proper set-up and installation have
been performed as described in Section 2.

5.3. Routine Maintenance

The only routine maintenance required is a visual inspection of the general condition and cleanli-
ness of the assembly. Check the terminal blocks to be sure connections are tight and crimped
cable conductors are correct.

5.4. Calibration
The only calibration adjustment on the signal conditioner mother board is the VOLTAGE SUBSTI-
TUTION ADJUSTMENT POTENTIOMETER, when installed. Refer to the signal conditioner man-
ual for additional calibration information.
When the S/C-M/B and the signal conditioner are shipped as a unit, the VOLTAGE SUBSTITU-
TION ADJUSTMENT POTENTIOMETER will normally be factory calibrated. Calibration should be
checked every 12 months and readjusted if required.
Connect the transducer, apply power and let the signal conditioner warm up for 30 minutes. Con-
nect a digital voltmeter to the left hand side (side closer to the potentiometer, R4) of R2 (positive
lead) and Rl (negative lead). Energize the VOLTAGE SUBSTITUTION CALIBRATION RELAY,
K2, and note that the DVM displays the correct voltage substitution voltage. If necessary adjust the
VOLTAGE SUBSTITUTION ADJUSTMENT POTENTIOMETER, R4, for the correct voltage. Deen-
ergize K2 and seal the pot, R4, with loctite, nail polish, or a suitable substitute.

NOTE
If you need further details regarding calibration, please call the M/D TOTCO
factory at (512) 331-0411.

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6.0. PARTS LIST

6.1. General
Included in this section are lists of all components and assemblies. The list, compiled by reference
designator order, contains the find reference number, part description, and part number.
Spare parts and repair parts are available from M/D TOTCO. When specifying parts, please
include the following information (as applicable):

1. Enclosure model number or PCB assembly number and serial number

2. Part description

Table 5. Mother Board Basic Configurations

Part Number Description

2077-014 PCBA, MotherBoard, Standard

2077-024 PCBA, MotherBoard, 4 Relay

2077-034 PCBA, MotherBoard, 24VDC, 50K

2077-044 PCBA, MotherBoard, 24VDC, 4 Relay

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6.2. Parts List

Listed in Table 6 are the various parts used within the 2077-Series Mother Board Assemblies.
Reference drawing number 2077-01 to locate the find number’s.

Table 6. Parts Listing

Quantity Per Ass’y, 2077-

Find # Part Number Description
014 024 034 044

R3 474-6520 Res, Ww, 657,.1%, MR500 --- 1 --- 1

2077-00B PCB, Signal Cond. MotherBoard 1 1 1 1

J2 2146-06310 Socket, Strip, .1 x 6, Gold 1 1 1 1

J1 2146-08310 Socket, Strip,.1 x 8, Gold 1 1 1 1

TB1,TB2 2150-08002 Tblk, 3/8x8, PCB, #632 2 2 2 2

SMI 2160-00005 Term, Turret, Swage, 202 20 22 20 20

2800-06040 Screw, #632 X .25, Pnh, SST 4 4 4 4

2802-26000 Washer, Lock, Intl Star 4 4 4 4

2813-16060 Standoff, Swage, #6-32 x .375, AL 4 4 4 4

F1 4301-00020 Fuse, 1/8a, 250v, Slow-Blow 1 1 1 1

4330-00010 Fuseclip, PCB, FC250a 2 2 2 2

K1 4400-00020 Relay, PCB, 2p2t, 12V 1 4 1 4

R4 4600-10000 Pot, Cermet --- 1 --- 1

R6 4730-10034 Res, WW, 100k,. 05% --- 1 --- 1

R1, R2 4730-17533 Res, WW, 175k,.1%, MR500 --- 1 --- 2

R5 4730-50024 Res, WW, 50k, .05%, MR500 1 1 1 1

CR3, CR4,
CR6, CR7,
CR9, CR10, 4800-40020 Diode, Rectifier, 100V 2 8 2 8
CR12, CR13

CR5, CR8, 4810-52421 Diode, Zener, 1n5242,12V --- --- --- 4

CR11,CR14

999502-006 Bag, Static Shld, 6x10 --- 1 --- ---

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