Honeywell TDC‑3000 LLAI Multiplex AI IOP,51304362‑150

TDC‑3000 Standard 1986.LLAI Multiplex AI IOP,51304362‑150

The Operator’s Keyboard

The Operator’s Keyboard (Figure 1-3) is a flat, chemically resistant, membrane keyboard

installed in a metal frame, placeable by the operator, and connected to the keyboard

connector on the transition panel.  A three-function annunciator horn is built into these

keyboards.

Unmarked keys on the left side of the operator’s keyboard may be configured by the user

(or, perhaps, be preconfigured at the factory).  An insert sheet is available that is placed

between the outside protective membrane and the keyboard electronics.  To replace or

install a new insert, remove the two corner screws beneath the metal frame.  Lift the frame

from the keyboard assembly, grasp the plastic insert using the thumb-slot at the top of the

keyboard and remove it.  Replace it with the new insert.  Reassemble the keyboard and

frame, then install and tighten the two corner screws.

Additional operator’s keyboards are supplied with optional Universal Stations.

1.1.4  The Engineer’s Keyboard

At least one engineer’s keyboard (Figure 1-3), similar in design to a personal computer

keyboard, will be connected to the system.  The engineer’s keyboard is especially designed

so that it may be disconnected and/or reconnected while the system is in operation.  This

way, the keyboard may be removed when an engineer wishes to deny operator access to

special engineering functions, or the engineer may carry “his” keyboard to any operating

system.

To connect this keyboard, insert the plug on its cable into the small connector located on the

side of the operator’s keyboard.  Note that the plug will only fit one way.

An engineer’s keyboard is optionally available, but not supplied with, the optional second,

third, or fourth Universal Station.

1.1.5  The Local Control Networks

All the nodes in both towers communicate with each other through the TPLCN (Twisted

Pair Local Control Network) data communications network, using the RS-485

communications interface standard.  This network is similar to the LCN (Local Control

Network) used in other TDC 3000X equipment, but the noncoaxial RS-485 (twisted pair)

network has been chosen here because of its simplicity and the short physical distances

between nodes.

High-speed serial data is passed between nodes at 5 megabits per second (mega = million)

and follows a token-passing protocol.  This protocol is identical to that used on the LCN.

There is a user-installed kit that connects the base Enhanced Micro TDC3000 to a standard

LCN system.  The kit includes an LCN cabinet that accommodates 4 or 6 empty chassis; a

fan module, power supply, and I/O card for each chassis; Winchester Disk Adapter (WDA)

Module; and History Module.  Refer to subsection 2.9 for additional information on the

LCN upgrade