Digital Temperature Controller E5GN
Compact and Intelligent 1/32 DIN
Temperature Controller with
Communications Function
Auto-tuning and self-tuning available.
Can auto-tune even during execution of
self-tuning
Various temperature inputs:
thermocouple, platinum resistance
thermometer, non-contact temperature
sensor, and analog inputs
Water-resistant construction: NEMA4
(equivalent to IP66)
Conforms to UL, CSA, IEC and CE
Ordering Information
E5GN STANDARD MODELS
IMPORTANT: The heating/cooling function, event input function, and heater burnout alarm are NOT available with the E5GN.
Description Part number
Size Power supply
voltage No. of
alarm
points
Output Thermocouple model Platinum resistance
thermometer model
1/32 DIN
4
8
(
W
)
2
4
(
H
)
100 to 240 VAC --- Relay E5GN-RTC AC100-240 E5GN-RP AC100-240
48(W) x 24(H) x
100(D) mm Voltage output
(for driving SSR) E5GN-QTC AC100-240 E5GN-QP AC100-240
1Relay E5GN-R1TC AC100-240 E5GN-R1P AC100-240
Voltage output
(for driving SSR) E5GN-Q1TC AC100-240 E5GN-Q1P AC100-240
24 VAC/VDC --- Relay E5GN-RTC AC/DC24 E5GN-RP AC/DC24
Voltage output
(for driving SSR) E5GN-QTC AC/DC24 E5GN-QP AC/DC24
1Relay E5GN-R1TC AC/DC24 E5GN-R1P AC/DC24
Voltage output
(for driving SSR) E5GN-Q1TC AC/DC24 E5GN-Q1P AC/DC24
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E5GN COMMUNICATION MODELS
IMPORTANT: The alarm function is NOT available with the communications models.
Description Part number
Size Power
supply
voltage
Communication
function Output Thermocouple model Platinum resistance thermometer
model
1/32 DIN
4
8
(
W
)
100 to 240
V
A
C
RS-485 Relay E5GN-R03TC-FLK AC100-240 E5GN-R03P-FLK AC100-240
48(W) x
24(H) x
100(D) mm
VAC Voltage
output (for
driving
SSR)
E5GN-Q03TC-FLK AC100-240 E5GN-Q03P-FLK AC100-240
24 VAC/VDC Relay E5GN-R03TC-FLK AC/DC24 E5GN-R03P-FLK AC/DC24
Voltage
output (for
driving
SSR)
E5GN-Q03TC-FLK AC/DC24 E5GN-Q03P-FLK AC/DC24
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INPUT RANGES
Platinum Resistance Thermometer Input/Thermocouple Input
Temperature range
1800
1700
1600
1500
1400
1300
1200
1100
1000
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
--100
--200
Pt100 JPt100
Input type
Platinum resistance thermometer input
Platinum resistance thermometer
Name
850
Set value 123 4
--200
500.0
--199.9
100.0
0.0
500.0
--199.9
100.0
0.0
0
Shaded ranges indicate default settings.
Thermocouple
Thermocouple input ES1A Non-contact
Temperature Sensor Analog input
Usable in the following
ranges by scaling:
--19999 to 9999 or
--199.9 to 999.9
0to50mV
Temperature range
1800
1700
1600
1500
1400
1300
1200
1100
1000
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
--100
--200
Input type
Name K J TELUNRSB
K10 to
70°CK60 to
120°CK115 to
165°CK160 to
260°C
Set value 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
--200
500.0
--20.0
1300
850
--100
400.0
--20.0
400
--200
600
0
850
--100
400
--200
1300
--200
1700
0
1700
0
1800
100 70
0
120
0
165
0
260
0
0
Thermocouple Input
Shaded ranges indicate default settings.
Applicable standards by input type are as follows:
K, J, T, E, N, R, S, B: JIS C1602-1995
L: Fe-CuNi, DIN 43710-1985
U: Cu-CuNi, DIN 43710-1985
JPt100: JIS C1604-1989, JIS C1606-1989
Pt100: JIS C1604-1997, IEC751
Note: The ES1A Non-contact Temperature Sensor will be available soon.
E5GN
E5GN
Specifications
RATINGS
Supply voltage 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz 24 VAC, 50/60 Hz/24 VDC
Operating voltage range 85% to 110% of rated supply voltage
Power consumption 7VA 4VA/2.5W
Sensor input Thermocouple: K, J, T, E, L, U, N, R, S, B
Platinum resistance thermometer: Pt100, JPt100
Non-contact temperature sensor: K10 to 70
C, K60 to 120
C, K115 to 165
C, K160 to 260
C
Voltage input: 0 to 50 mV
Control output Relay output SPST-NO, 250 VAC, 2 A (resistive load), electrical life: 100,000 operations
Voltage output 12 VDC (PNP), max. load current: 21 mA, with short-circuit protection
Alarm output SPST-NO, 250 VAC, 1 A (resistive load), electrical life: 100,000 operations
Control method PID or ON/OFF control
Setting method Digital setting using front panel keys
Indication method 7-segment digital display and single-lighting indicator
Other functions According to controller model
Ambient temperature -10
Cto55
C(14
F to 131
F) with no condensation or icing
Ambient humidity 25% to 85% relative humidity
Storage temperature -25
Cto65
C (-13
F to 149
F) with no condensation or icing
CHARACTERISTICS
Indication accuracy Thermocouple:
(
0.5% of indicated value or
1
C, whichever greater)
1 digit max. (See Note.)
Platinum resistance thermometer:
(
0.5% of indicated value or
1
C, whichever greater)
1 digit max.
Analog input:
0.5% FS
1 digit max.
CT input:
5% FS
1 digit max.
Hysteresis 0.1 to 999.9 EU (in units of 0.1 EU)
Proportional band (P) 0.1 to 999.9 EU (in units of 0.1 EU)
Integral time (I) 0 to 3999 s (in units of 1 s)
Derivative time (D) 0 to 3999 s (in units of 1 s)
Control period 1to99s(inunitsof1s)
Manual reset value 0.0% to 100.0% (in units of 0.1%)
Alarm setting range -1999 to 9999 (decimal point position depends on input type)
Sampling period 500 ms
Insulation resistance 20 Mmin. (at 500 VDC)
Dielectric strength 2000 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz for 1 min (between different charging terminals)
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 10 m/s2for 2 hours each in X, Y and Z directions
Shock resistance 300 m/s2, 3 times each in 3 axes, 6 directions (relay: 100 m/s2)
Note: The indication of K thermocouples in the -200°C to 1300°C range, and T and N thermocouples at a temperature of -100°C or less,
and U and L thermocouples at any temperature is ±2°C±1 digit maximum. The indication of B thermocouples at a temperature of
400°C or less is unrestricted.
The indication of R and S thermocouples at a temperature of 200°Corlessis±3°C±1 digit maximum.
(This table continues on the next page.)
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Characteristics Table -- continued from previous page
Weight Approx. 90 g Mounting bracket: approx. 10g
Protective structure Front Panel NEMA4 for indoor use (equivalent to IP66)
Rear Case IP20
Terminals IP00
Memory protection EEPROM (non-volatile memory) (number of writes: 100,000)
EMC Emission Enclosure: EN55011 Group 1 class A
Emission AC Mains: EN55011 Group 1 class A
Immunity ESD: EN61000-4-2: 4 kV contact discharge (level 2)
8 kV air discharge (level 3)
Immunity RF-interference: ENV50140: 10 V/m (amplitude modulated,
80MHzto1GHz)(level3)
10 V/m (pulse modulated, 900 MHz)
Immunity Conducted Disturbance: ENV50141: 10 V (0.15 to 80 MHz) (level 3)
Immunity Burst: EN61000-4-4: 2 kV power-line (level 3)
2 kV I/O signal-line (level 4)
Approval standards UL3121-1, CSA22.2 No. 14, E.B.1402C
Conforms to EN50081-2, EN50082-2, EN61010-1 (IEC1010-1)
Conforms to VDE0106/part 100 (Finger Protection), when the terminal cover is mounted.
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS
Transmission path connection Multiple points
Communications method RS-485 (two-wire, half duplex)
Synchronization method Start-stop synchronization
Baud rate 1,200/2,400/4,800/9,600/19,200 bps
Transmission code ASCII
Data bit length 7or8bits
Stop bit length 1or2bits
Error detection Vertical parity (none, even, odd)
Frame check sequence (FCS): with SYSMAC WAY
Block check character (BCC): with CompoWay/F
Flow control Not available
Interface RS-485
Retry function Not available
Communications buffer 40 bytes
Note: The baud rate, data bit length, stop bit length, or vertical parity can be individually set using the communications setting level.
E5GN
E5GN
Nomenclature
E5GN
Temperature Unit
The temperature unit is displayed
when the display unit parameter is
set to a temperature. Indication is
determined by the currently
selected “temperature unit” parameter
set value. When this parameter is set
to °C,”
is displayed, and when set
to °F,
is displayed.
Operation Indicators
1. AL (alarm)
Lights when alarm output is
ON.
2. CMW (communications
writing control)
Lights when communica-
tions writing is enabled and
is out when it is disabled.
3. STP (stop)
Lights when control of the
E5GN has been stopped.
During control, this indicator
lights when an event or the
run/stop function has been
stopped, or, this indicator is
out.
4. OUT (control output)
Lights when control output
is ON.
No. 1 Display
Displays the process value or
parameter type.
No. 2 Display
Displays the set point, manipu-
lated variable or set value (setup)
of the parameter.
Up Key
Each press of this key increases
values displayed on the No.2
display. Holding down this key
continuously increases values.
Down Key
Each press of this key decreases
values displayed on the No.2
display. Holding down this key
continuously decreases values.
Mode Key
Press this key to select parameters
within each level.
Level Key
Press this key to select the setup
level. The setup level is selected
in this order: “operation level” ←→
“adjustment level, “initial setting
level” ←→ “communications
setting level.”
Level + Mode Key
This key combination sets the
E5GN to the “protect level.”
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Dimensions
Unit: mm (inch)
E5GN
Panel Cutout
* When carrying out maintenance on the E5GN, only the terminal plate can be drawn
out with the terminal leads still attached.
24
3
(48
number of units -2.5)60 min.
60 min.
+1.0
0
45
22+0.3
0
+0.6
0
22+0.3
0
Mounted Separately
Insert the Controller through the hole in the panel from the front and push the adapter on
from the rear. Push the adapter up to the back of the panel, ensuring that the controller
is pushed all the way in, and remove any gap between the Controller, the panel, and the
adapter. Finally, use the two screws on the adapter to secure the unit in place.
To mount the E5GN so that it is waterproof, insert the waterproof seal onto the E5GN.
When two or more E5GN Controllers are mounted, make sure that the surrounding
temperature does not exceed the allowable operating temperature given in the
specifications.
Group Mounted
Mounting separately does not allow waterproofing.
48
(1.89)
35
(1.38) 36.8
(1.45)
100
(3.94)
22
(0.87)
44.8
(1.76)
22
(0.87)
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E5GN
Installation
MOUNTING
1. Insert the E5GN into the mounting hole in the panel from the
front.
2. Push the adapter along the E5GN body from the terminals up
to the panel, and secure it temporarily.
3. Tighten the two fixing screws on the adapter. When tighten-
ing screws, tighten the two screws alternately (keeping the
torque to within approximately 0.29 to 0.39 N
m).
Adapter
Panel
Waterproof seal
REMOVING AND ATTACHING THE
TERMINAL PLATE
The E5GN can be replaced by removing the terminal plate.
1. Press down hard on the fasteners on both sides of the termi-
nals to unlock the terminal plate and pull upward.
2. Pull to remove the terminal plate.
3. Before you insert the terminal plate again, make sure that the
pins match the positions of the holes in the terminal plate.
WIRING TERMINALS
The voltage output (control output) is not electrically insulated
from the internal circuits. When using a grounding thermocouple,
do not connect the control output terminals to the ground. If the
control output terminals are connected to the ground, errors will
occur in the measured temperature values, as a result of leakage
current.
Standard insulation is applied to the power supply I/O sections. If
reinforced insulation is required, connect the input and output
terminals to a device without any exposed current-carrying parts
or to a device with standard insulation suitable for the maximum
operating voltage of the power supply I/O section.
Analog input
Input power supply
Two input power supplies are available:
100 to 240 VAC or 24 VAC/VDC (no polarity).
Relay output
Voltage output Communications
specification
RS-
485
Host
computer
Alarm output
WIRING PRECAUTIONS
E5GN
Connect the terminals as specified below.
Terminal No. Cables Pin terminals
1to6 AWG24toAWG14 2.1 dia. max.
7to9 AWG28toAWG22 1.3 dia. max.
The exposed current-carrying part to be inserted into termi-
nals must be 5 to 6 mm.
Electrical wire Pin terminal
5--6mm 5--6mm
Tighten the terminal screws to the torque specified below.
Terminal No. Screw Maximum tightening torque
1to6 M2.6 0.24 N
m (2.5 kgf
cm)
7to9 M2 0.13 N
m (1.4 kgf
cm)
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Operation
INITIAL SETUP
On previous Controllers, sensor input type, alarm type and
control period were set on DIP switches. These hardware
settings are now set in parameters in setup menus. The and
keys are used to switch between setup menus, and the
amount of time that you hold the keys down determines which
setup menu you move to. This section describes two typical
examples.
Note: On the E5GN, the Keyisthe Key.
1. ON/OFF Control
Typical Application Examples
Changing Parameters
indicates that there is a parameter.
Keep on pressing the mode key until
the desired parameter is selected.
Changing Set Values
Use the or keys to
change the set value displayed
in the setup menu.
Display
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No. 1 display
No. 2 display
No. 1 display
No. 2 display
Typical Example
Input type: 0 K thermocouple -200 to 1300°C
Control method: ON/OFF control
Alarm type: 2 upper limit
Alarm value 1: 20°C (For setting deviation)
Set point: 100°C
Change only the alarm value 1 and set point.
The rest must be left as default settings.
Setup procedure
Power ON
Set input
specifications
Set control
specifications
Set alarm type
Set alarm values
Start operation
Power ON
Process value/
set point
Input type
In ON/OFF
control

Alarm 1
type
Check input
type.
Check that con-
trol is ON/OFF
control.
Check alarm
type.
Press key for at least
three seconds.
Control stops.
Process value/
set point

Make sure that
control is running.
Press key for at
least one second.
During run

During stop
Alarm
value 1
Press keys
to set set point to
“100
C.”
Press keys
to set alarm value
to “20
C.”
Start operation
Set the set point
Check operation
state
Operation level
Initial setting level
Operation level
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2. PID Control Using Auto-tuning
Changing Parameters
indicates that there is a parameter. Keep
on pressing the mode key until the de-
sired parameter is selected.
Changing Set Values
Use the or keys to
change the set value displayed
in the setup menu.
Display
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No. 1 display
No. 2 display
No. 1 display
No. 2 display
Input type: 4 T thermocouple -200 to 400°C
Control method: PID control
ST (self-tuning): OFF
Calculate PID constants by AT (auto-tuning).
Alarm type: 2 upper limit
Alarm value 1: 30°C (For setting deviation)
Set point: 150°C
Setup procedure
Power ON
Set input
specifications
Set control
specifications
Self-tuning
Set alarm values
Start operation
Power ON
In PID control
To cancel ST
Check the
control period.
Check alarm
type.
Press key for at least one second.
Press keys
to set set point to
“150
C.”
Execute AT
(auto-tuning).
Press
keys to select
input type.
Press
keys to select
PID control.
Press
keys to set ST
to OFF.
Control period
(heat) (unit:
seconds)
Process value/
set point

Press key for less than one second.
To execute AT
Press key for less than one second.
Make sure that
set point is
“150
C.”
Make sure that
control is running.
Press
keys to set
alarm value to
“30
C.”
Process value/
set point

During run
Alarm
value 1

Start program execution
Check control period
Check alarm type
Set the set point
Set operation status
(upper-limit
alarm)
Typical Example
When set to ON,
self-tuning operates.
Recommended set-
tings: 20 seconds for
the relay output and
2 seconds for the
SSR output.
Set to

for execut-
ing AT and to

for stopping AT.
AT execution
Process value/
set point
Input type
Press key for at least three
seconds. Control stops.
Alarm 1 type
After AT execution.
During AT execution.
While AT is being
executed, SP will flash.
PV/SP
After AT execution.
During AT execution.
Operation level
Initial setting level
Operation level
Adjustment level
Operation level
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Specification Setting After Turning ON Power
OUTLINE OF OPERATION PROCEDURES
Key Operation
In the following descriptions, all the parameters are introduced in the display sequence. Some parameters may not be displayed
depending on the protect settings and operation conditions.
Note: 1. Of these levels, the initial setting level,
communications setting level, advanced function
setting level and calibration level can be used only
when control has stopped. Note that control is
stopped when these four levels are selected. When
switched back to the operation level from one of these
levels, control will start.
2. For the calibration mode, refer to the relevant
Operation Manual (H100 or H101).
3. On the E5GN, the Key is the Key.
Power ON
Operation level Adjustment level +key
1 second min.
key
1 second min. key
3 second min.
Less than
1 second
key
Control stops
Protect level
Communications
setting level
Initial setting level
key
1 second min.
Less than
1 second
key
Advanced
function setting level
Calibration level
Password input
set value “1201”
Password input
set value “--169”
Control in progress
Control stopped
Level change
DESCRIPTION OF EACH LEVEL
Operation Level
This level is displayed when you turn the power ON. You can
move to the protect level, initial setting level and adjustment level
from this level.
Normally, select this level during operation. During operation, the
process value, set point and manipulated variable can be
monitored, and the alarm value and upper- and lower-limit alarms
can be monitored and modified.
Adjustment Level
To select this level, press the key once for less than one
second.
This level is for entering set values and offset values for control.
This level contains parameters for setting the set values, AT
(auto-tuning), communications writing enable/disable, hysteresis,
multi-SP, input shift values, heater burnout alarm (HBA) and PID
constants. You can move to the top parameter of the operation
level or initial setting level from here.
Initial Setting Level
To select this level, press the key for at least three seconds in
the operation level. This level is for specifying the input type,
selecting the control method, control period, setting direct/reverse
action and alarm type. You can move to the advanced function
setting level or communications setting level from this initial
setting level. To return to the operation level, press the key for
at least one second. To move to the communications setting
level, press the key once for less than one second.
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Protect Level
To select this level, simultaneously press the and keys
for at least one second. This level is to prevent unwanted or
accidental modification of parameters. Protected levels will not be
displayed, and so the parameters in that level cannot be
modified.
Communications Setting Level
To select this level, press the key once for less than one
second in the initial setting level. When the communications
function is used, set the communications conditions in this level.
Communicating with a personal computer (host computer) allows
set points to be read and written, and manipulated variables to be
monitored.
Advanced Function Setting Level
To select this level, you must enter the password (“-169”) in the
initial setting level.
You can move only to the calibration level from this level.
This level is for setting the automatic return of display mode, MV
limiter, event input assignment, standby sequence, alarm
hysteresis, ST (self-tune) and to move to the user calibration
level.
Calibration Level
To select this level, you must enter the password (“1201”) in the
advanced function setting level. This level is for offsetting
deviation in the input circuit.
You cannot move to other levels by operating the keys on the
front panel from the calibration level. To cancel this level, turn the
power OFF then back ON again.
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SPECIFICATION SETTING
(AFTER TURNING ON POWER)
Initial Setting Level
This level is used for setting basic specifications of the
Temperature Controller. Using this level, set the input type for
selecting the input to be connected such as the thermocouple or
platinum resistance thermometer and set the range of set point
and the alarm mode.
Power ON
Operation level Adjustment level
key
Less than 1 second
key
3 second min.
key
1 second min.
Communications
setting level
key
Less than 1 second
Control stops.
Initial setting
level
key
1 second min. Password input
set value “-169”
Password input
set value “1201”
Advanced function
setting level
Calibration level
Protect level
key
1 second min.
+
*3
The move from the operation level to the initial setting level,
press key for three seconds or more.
The initial setting level is not displayed when
“initial/communications protection” is set to “2.” This initial setting
level can be used when “initial setting/communications
protection” is set to “0” or “1.”
The “scaling upper limit,” “scaling lower limit,” and “decimal point”
parameters are displayed when an analog voltage input is
selected as the input type.
Initial setting level
Input type
Scaling upper limit
Scaling lower limit
Decimal point
Set point upper limit
Set point lower limit
PID / ON/OFF
Standard/heating and
cooling
ST
Control period (heat)
Control period (cool)
Direct/reverse operation
Alarm 1 type
Alarm 2 type
Move to advanced
function setting level
Temperature unit

: ON/OFF control

: PID control

: Standard

: Heating/cooling

: Enabled

: Disabled

: Reverse
operation

: Direct
operation
To return to the operation level, press the key for longer than
one second
*Not displayed as default setting.
Note: 1. Displayed only with models provided with an alarm
function.
2. Displayed only with the E5CN provided with a two-
point alarm function.
3. Advanced function setting level is for E5CN models
only.
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INPUT TYPE
Using a Thermocouple Input Type
When using a thermocouple input type, follow the specifications listed in the following table.
Input type Specifications Set Value Input Temperature Range
Thermocouple K0--200 to 1300 (°C) /--300 to 2300 (°F)
1--20.0 to 500.0 (°C) /0.0 to 900.0 (°F)
J2--100 to 850 (°C) /--100 to 1500 (°F)
3--20.0 to 400.0 (°C) /0.0 to 750.0 (°F)
T 4 --200 to 400 (°C) /--300 to 700 (°F)
E 5 0to600(°C) /0 to 1100 (°F)
L 6 --100 to 850 (°C) /--100 to 1500 (°F)
U 7 --200 to 400 (°C) /--300 to 700 (°F)
N 8 --200 to 1300 (°C) /--300 to 2300 (°F)
R 9 0 to 1700 (°C) /0 to 3000 (°F)
S10 0 to 1700 (°C) /0 to 3000 (°F)
B11 100 to 1800 (°C) /300 to 3200 (°F)
Non-contact temperature sensor ES1A K10to70
C12 0to90(°C) /0 to 190 (°F)
K60to120
C13 0to120(°C) /0 to 240 (°F)
K115 to 165
C14 0to165(°C) /0 to 320 (°F)
K160 to 260
C15 0to260(°C) /0 to 500 (°F)
Analog input 0to50mV 16 One of following ranges depending on the
results of scaling: 1999 to 9999, 199.9 to
999.9
Note: The initial settings are: 0: --200 to 1300
C/--300 to 2300
F.
Using a Platinum Resistance Thermometer Input Type
When using the platinum resistance thermometer input type, follow the specifications listed in the following table.
Input type Specifications Set Value Input Temperature Range
Platinum resistance thermometer Pt100 0--200 to 850 (°C) /--300 to 1500 (°F)
1--199.9 to 500.0 (°C)/--199.9 to 900.0 (°F)
20.0 to 100.0 (°C) /0.0 to 210.0 (°F)
JPt100 3--199.9 to 500.0 (°C)/--199.9 to 900.0 (°F)
40.0 to 100.0 (°C) /0.0 to 210.0 (°F)
Note: 1. The initial settings are: 0: Pt100 --200 to 850
C/--300 to 1500
F.
2. The ES1A Non-contact Temperature Sensor will be available soon.
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ALARM 1 AND ALARM 2
For the alarm 1 and alarm 2, select alarm types out of the 12 alarm types listed in the following table.
Set Value Alarm Type Alarm Output Operation
y
When X is positive When X is negative
0Alarm function OFF Output OFF
1*1 Upper- and lower-limit (deviation) *2
2Upper-limit (deviation)
3Lower-limit (deviation)
4*1 Upper- and lower-limit range
(deviation) *3
5*1 Upper- and lower-limit with standby
sequence (deviation) *4
6Upper-limit with standby sequence
(deviation)
7Lower-limit with standby sequence
(deviation)
8Absolute-value upper-limit
9Absolute-value lower-limit
10 Absolute-value upper-limit with
standby sequence
11 Absolute-value lower-limit with
standby sequence
*1: With set values 1, 4 and 5, the upper and lower limit values
can be set independently for each alarm type and are expressed
as “L” and “H.”
Following operations are for cases when an alarm set point is “X”
or negative.
*2: Set value: 1, upper- and lower-limit alarm
Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 (Always ON)
*3: Set value: 4, upper- and lower-limit range
Case 1 Case 2 Case 3 (Always OFF)
*4: Set value: 5, upper- and lower-limit with standby sequence
Case 1 Case 2
Same as for the upper- and lower-limit
alarm. However, when the upper limit
and lower limit hysteresis overlaps:
Always OFF
Example
Example: When the alarm is set ON at 110
C/
F or higher.
When an alarm type
other than the absolute-
value alarm is selected
(For alarm types 1 to 7)
The alarm value is set as a
deviation from the set point.
When the absolute-
value alarm is
selected
(For alarm types 8 to 11)
The alarm value is set as
an absolute value from the
alarm value of 0
C/F.
Alarm value
Set point
100°C/°F
Alarm value
0°C/°F
E5GN
E5GN
PARAMETERS
Parameters related to setting items for each level are marked in
boxes in the flowcharts and brief descriptions are given as
required. At the end of each setting item, press the mode key to
return to the beginning of each level.
Display
E5CN E5GN
No. 1 display
No. 2 display
No. 1 display
No. 2 display
Password input
set value “1201”
Advanced function
setting level
Calibration level
Password input
set value “-169”
Control stops.
Initial setting level
Less than 1 second
key Communications
setting level
Power ON
Operation level
1 second min.
+key
Protect level
Control in progress
Control stopped
Adjustment level
1 second
min.
key
1 second
min.
key
3 second min.
key
Level change
Less than 1 second
key
Note: Advanced function levels are for E5CN.
Operation Level
PV
PV/SP
Add in the “additional
PV display” parameter.
Multi-SP
Set point during SP ramp
Heater current value monitor
Run/stop
Alarm value 1
Upper-limit
alarm value 1
Lower-limit
alarm value 1
Set either of
these parameters.
Alarm value 2
Upper-limit
alarm value 2
Lower-limit
alarm value 2
Set either of
these parameters.
MV monitor (heat)
MV monitor (cool)
Current value
monitor of HBA
Select SP.

: RUN

:STOP
Power ON
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Note: 1. For E5CN only.
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Initial Setting Level
Input type
Scaling upper limit
Decimal point
Temperature unit
Set point upper limit
PID / ON/OFF
Standard/heating and cooling
ST
Control period (heat)
Alarm 1 type
Move to advanced function
setting level
Set the pulse
output cycle.
Direct/reverse operation
Alarm 2 type
Limit the set point.
Select the control system.
Self-tuning
Select the alarm
mode.
Control period (cool)
For analog input
(Input type: 16)
0-to50-mVsetting
Number of displayed digits
:°C
:°F

: ON/OFF control

: PID control

: Standard

: Heating/cooling

: Enabled

: Disabled

: Reverse

: Direct
Set point lower limit
Scaling lower limit
1
1
1
Note: 1. For E5CN only.
Adjustment Level
Hysteresis (heat)
AT execute/cancel
Communications writing
Heater current
value monitor HBA
function
Set point 0
Set point 1
Temperature input shift 1-point shift
2-point shift
Proportional band
PID settings
Cooling coefficient
Dead band
Usedinheatingand
cooling control
Manual reset value
Auto-tuning
Heater burnout
detection
Set point 2
Set point 3
Lower-limit temperature
input shift value
Upper-limit temperature
input shift value
Derivative time
Integral time
Clear the offset during
stabilization of P or PD
control.
Set hysteresis.
P
I
D
Hysteresis (cool)

: Enabled

: Disabled
2
2
2
2
2
multi-SP functions
are for E5CN only.
Note: 2. For E5CN only.
E5GN
E5GN
Protect Level
Operation/adjustment protection
Restricts display and modification of menus in the
operation and adjustment levels.
Initial setting/communications protection
Restricts display and modification of menus in the initial
setting, operation level and adjustment levels.
Setting change protection
Protects changes to setups by operating the front
panel keys.
Operation/Adjustment Protection
The following table shows the relationship between set values
and the range of protection.
Level Set value
0123
Operation
l
l
PV

level PV/SP
Other X X
Adjustment level XXX
When this parameter is set to “0,” parameters are not protected.
Default setting: 0
:Can be displayed and changed
: Can be displayed
: Cannot be displayed and move to other levels not possible
Initial Setting/Communications Protection
This protect level restricts movement to the initial setting level,
communications setting level and advanced function setting level.
Set
value Initial setting
level Communications
setting level Advanced
function
setting level
0
1
X
2 X X X
Default setting: 1
: Move to other levels possible
: Move to other levels not possible
Setting Change Protection
This protect level protects setup from being changed by
operating the keys on the front panel.
Set value Description
OFF Setup can be changed by key operation.
ON Setup cannot be changed by key operation.
(The protect level, can be changed.)
Default setting: OFF
E5GN E5GN
Communications Setting Level
Set the E5CN/E5GN communications specifications in the communications setting level. For setting communications parameters, use the
E5CN/E5GN panel. The communications parameters and their settings are listed in the following table.
Parameter Displayed characters Set (monitor) value Set value
Communications unit No.

0to99 0.1to99
Baud rate

1.2/2.4/4.8/9.6/19.2 (kbps) 1.2/2.4/4.8/9.6/19.2
Data bits

7/8 (bit) 7/8 (bit)
Stop bits

1/2 1/2 (bit)
Parity

None, even, odd

/

/

Note: The highlighted values indicate default settings.
Before executing communications with the E5CN/E5GN, set the
communications unit No., baud rate, etc., through key operations
as described below. As for other operations, refer to the relevant
Operation Manual.
1. Press the key for at least three seconds in the “operation
level.” The level moves to the “initial setting level.”
2. Press the key for less than one second. The “initial
setting level” moves to the “communications setting level.”
3. Pressing the key advances the parameters as shown
in the following figure.
4. Press the or keys to change the parameter setups.
Communications
unit No.
Baud rate
Data bits
Stop bits
Parity
Note: On the E5GN, the Keyisthe Key.
Set each communications parameter to match those of the
communicating personal computer.
Communications Unit No. (

)
When communicating with the host computer, the unit number
must be set in each Temperature Controller so that the host
computer can identify each Temperature Controller. The number
can be set in a range from 0 to 99 in increments of 1. The default
setting is 1. When using more than one Unit, be careful not to
use the same number twice. Duplicate settings will cause
malfunction. This value becomes valid when the power is turned
OFF and ON again.
Baud Rate (

)
Use this parameter to set the speed of communications with the
host computer. It can be set to one of the following values; 1.2
(1200 bps), 2.4 (2400 bps), 4.8 (4800 bps), 9.6 (9600 bps), and
19.2 (19200 bps).
This setting becomes valid when the power is turned OFF and
ON again.
Data Bits (

)
Use this parameter to change the communications data bit length
to7bitsor8bits.
Stop Bits (

)
Use this parameter to change the communications stop bit to 1 or
2.
Parity (

)
Use this parameter to set the communications parity to None,
Even, or Odd.
E5GN
E5GN
TROUBLESHOOTING
When an error occurs, an error code will be displayed on the No. 1 display. Check the contents of an error and take appropriate
countermeasures.
No. 1 display Type of error Countermeasures

Input error Check the wiring of inputs for miswiring, disconnections, short-circuits, and the input
type.

Memory error First, turn the power OFF then back ON again. If the display remains the same, the
Unit must be repaired. If the display is restored, then a probable cause can be external
noise affecting the control system. Check for external noise.
Display range over Though not error, this is displayed when the process value exceeds the display range
when the control range is larger than the display range.
When less than “-1999”
When larger than “9999”

HB error First, turn the power OFF then back ON again. If the display remains the same, the
controller must be repaired. If the display is restored, then a probable cause can be
electrical noise affecting the control system. Check for electrical noise.
Note: Error will be displayed only when the display is set for the PV or PV/SP.
Fuzzy Self-tuning
The fuzzy self-tuning (ST) is a function that automatically calculates an optimum PID constant depending on items to be controlled.
FEATURE
The Temperature Controller determines when to execute this fuzzy self-tuning.
FUNCTIONS
SRT: Performs PID tuning according to the step response method when the SP is changed.
LCT: Performs PID tuning according to the limit cycle method when the SP is changed.
Requirements for SRT Functionality
The ST will be executed according to the step response method when the following conditions are satisfied when operation is started or
when the SP is changed.
When operation is started When SP is changed
1. The SP at the startup is different from the SP at the time the
previous SRT was executed. (See Note.)
2. The temperature upon startup is smaller than the SP in the
reverse operation and larger than the SP in the direct
operation.
3. Restarting of operation is not due to an input error.
Note: The “SP that existed when the previous SRT was
executed” refers to the SP used for obtaining the PID
constant in the previous SRT.
1. The SP after change is different from the SP at the time the pre-
vious SRT was executed. (See Note.)
2. In the reverse operation, the value obtained by deducting the SP
before change from the SP after change is larger than the ST
stable range. In the direct operation, the value obtained by
deducting the SP after change from the SP before change is
larger than the ST stable range.
3. The SP change width is larger than the current proportional band
x1.27+4.
4. The temperature is in the stable state. (It can be in the balanced
state if no output is generated when the power is turned ON.)
If the SP is changed while SRT is being executed and if SRT completion conditions are satisfied, no PID change will take place.
Stabilization State
Measured values remain in the stable range for a certain period
of time.
Balanced State
Output is 0% for 60 seconds and measured values fluctuate
within the width of the stable range.
Temperature
SRT completion
Time
ST stable range
This inclination is referred to as R.
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Precautions
OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
Use the Temperature Controller within the rated operating
temperature, storage temperature, and operating humidity
specified for each model.
Use the Temperature Controller according to the perfor-
mance specifications such as vibration, shock, and degree of
protection specified for each model.
Do not use the Temperature Controller in places where it is
subject to dust or corrosive gases.
Install the Temperature Controller away from the devices that
generate high-frequency noise.
SERVICE LIFE
The service life of relays used for the control output or alarm
output varies depending on mostly switching conditions. Be sure
to confirm their performance under actual operating conditions
and do not use them beyond the allowable number of switchings.
If they are used in a deteriorated condition, insulation between
circuits may be damaged and, as a result, the Temperature
Controller itself may be damaged or burned.
The service life of electronic devices such as Temperature
Controllers is determined not only by the number of switchings of
relays, but also by the service life of internal electronic
components. The component service life is affected by the
ambient temperature: the higher the temperature becomes, the
shorter the service life becomes; the lower the temperature
becomes, the longer the service life becomes. For this reason,
the service life can be extended by lowering the internal
temperature of the Temperature Controller.
When two or more Temperature Controllers are mounted
horizontally close to each other or vertically next to each other,
the internal temperature will increase, due to heat radiated by the
Temperature Controllers, and the service life will decrease. In
these situations, forced cooling by fans or other means of air
ventilation will be required to cool down the Temperature
Controllers. When providing forced cooling, however, be careful
not to cool down the terminals solely, to avoid measurement
errors.
ORDERING PRECAUTIONS
Units separately sold, such as Control Output Units and Current
Transformers, are specified for each Temperature Controller. Be
sure to order appropriate units according to the application
requirements.
INSTALLATION
Mounting
Mount the Temperature Controller so that it is horizontally level.
Connection
When extending or connecting the thermocouple lead wire, be
sure to use compensating wires that match the thermocouple
types.
When extending or connecting the lead wire of the platinum
resistance thermometer, be sure to use wires that have low
resistance.
When wiring the platinum resistance thermometer to the
Temperature Controller, keep the wire route as short as possible.
Separate this wiring away from the power supply wiring and load
wiring to avoid inductive or other forms of noise.
Do not use empty terminals.
Crimp Terminal Connection
Use crimp terminals that match M3.5 screws. M3.5 x 8 self-rising
screws are used.
E5GN
7.2 mm max.
Be careful not to tighten the terminals screws excessively.
Soldering Connection
The self-rising screws provide easy soldering connection. Strip
the lead wire by a length of 6 to 8 mm.
OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
For Temperature Controllers with alarm outputs, alarm output
may not be generated correctly when an abnormality occurs in
the device. A separate alarm device should be incorporated into
the system.
To ensure proper performance, parameters of the Temperature
Controllers are set to default values before they are shipped.
Change these parameters depending on actual applications. If
left unchanged, the Temperature Controller will operate under the
default settings.
It takes several seconds for the relay to turn ON from the
moment the power is turned ON. Consider this time when
incorporating Temperature Controllers in a sequence circuit.
When pulling out the Temperature Controller body, do not apply
excessive force. After the body is removed, be careful not to
apply any shock to the connectors or other electronic
components on the PCB.
Models without any specification on their degree of protection or
thosewithIP
0 do not offer a waterproofing feature.
E5GN
E5GN
Cat. No. GCTC12 1/99 Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in U.S.A.
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