INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Micro-computer based Temperature Indicating Controller

FCS-13A

No.FCS11E8 2008.05
To prevent accidents arising from the use of this controller, please ensure the operator using it receives
this manual.

Caution• This instrument should be used according to the specifications described in the manual.
If it is used outside the specifications, it may malfunction or cause fire.
• Be sure to follow the warnings, cautions and notices. If not, it could cause serious injury
or malfunction.
• Do not apply a commercial power source to the sensor connected to the input
terminal nor allow the power source to come into contact with the sensor.
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but if there are any doubts, mistakes or questions, please inform our sales department.
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1. Model names
1.1 Model names
FCS-13Control action 3
Alarm 1 (A1)

A

,

A

Control output (OUT)
Input

/

R
S
A
M
A2
W(20A)
W(50A)BK
BL
IP
TC

OptionSeries name: FCS-13A (W48 x H48 x D100mm)
PID *1
Alarm action *2
Relay contact: 1a+2
Non-contact voltage (for SSR drive): 12 0 Vdc
Current: 4 to 20mAdc
Multi-range *3
Alarm 2 (A2)
Rated current: 20A
Heater burnout alarm
Rated current: 50A
Color, Black
Screw type mounting bracket
Dust-proof•Drip-proof (IP54)
Terminal cover*1: Fuzzy self-tuning PID, PID, PD and ON/OFF action can be selected by internal switch.
*2: 13 types of temperature alarm action (including No alarm action) can be selected by internal switch.
*3: 5 input types of thermocouple and 2 input types of RTD can be selected by internal switch.
1.2 How to indicate the model nameplate
Model nameplates are put on the case and on the inner assembly.
[Model nameplate][Example](1)
FCS-13A-R/M
Relay contact output/Multi-range input
A2
Alarm 2 (A2) output(2)
W(20A)
Heater burnout alarm output (20A)
(3)

No.

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(1): Model name(2): Option codes(3): Instrument number(Indicated only on
the inner assembly.)2. Name and functions of the section
(1)

(2)

(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(1) PV display(2) SV display: The red LED lights up while process variable is being indicated.
: The green LED lights up while the setting value or manipulated variable isbeing indicated.
(3) Control output (OUT) indicator:
The green LED lights up when the control output is on.
(For current output type, this blinks corresponding to the output every 0.125
seconds.)(4) Alarm 1 (A1) output action indicator:
The red LED lights up when Alarm 1 (A1) output is on.
(5) Alarm 2 (A2) output [Option] or Heater burnout alarm action indicator [Option]:
The red LED lights up when Alarm 2 (A2), Heater burnout alarm or
Sensor burnout alarm output is on.
(6) Auto-tuning action indicator:
The yellow LED blinks while the Auto-tuning is being performed.
(7) Increase key : Increases the setting value or selects the setting value.
(8) Decrease key : Decreases the setting value or selects the setting value.
(9) Mode key: Switches the setting mode or registers the setting value by pressing this key.
(10) OUT/OFF key: Turns the control output on or off.
The control output OFF function can be selected from any mode by pressing
key for approx. 1 second.
theOnce the control output OFF function is enabled, the function cannot be released
even if the power to the instrument is turned off and on again.
To release the function, press the
key again for approx. 1 second.

3. Setup
The specifications of FCS-13A such as the control action, alarm action and the sensor can be changed.
Turn the power supply to the instrument off
before setup.
Take the internal assembly out fromthe case by pushing the hook (bottomof the instrument) upward in the
direction indicated by the arrow andholding the notches.

Hook
Take the internal assembly out
by pushing the hook upward.
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[Internal switches]
Alarm 2 action type designation *Control action designation

Alarm 1 action type designation

Heating/Cooling action designation

Sensor input designation

Alarm 1 standby action designation
Alarm 2 standby action designation *C / F designation

Rotary switch

DIP switch* Rotary switch A2 (SW301) will be equipped only when the option [A2] is applied.
[Fig. 3-2]
Switch setting
The following items can be designated by the DIP switch (SW304). See [Table 3-1] below.
Factory adjusted as all switches OFF[Table 3-1]
Switch No.
Item
Designation
Switch status(SW304)
Fuzzy self tuning PID
No.1: OFF No.2: OFF
PID action
No.1: ON
No.2: OFF
Control action
1, 2
PD action
No.1: OFF No.2: ON
ON/OFF action
No.1: ON
No.2: ON
Reverse (heating) action
OFF side
Heating (reverse)/
3
Cooling (direct) action
Direct(cooling) action
ON sideWithout standby action
OFF side
Alarm 1 (A1) standby action
4
With standby action
ON sideWithout standby action
OFF side
Alarm 2 (A2) standby action
5
With standby action
ON side*1
OFF side
ON side*1: Alarm 2 (A2) standby function will be activated only when the option [A2] is applied.
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Sensor selection
The sensor type can be selected by rotary switch (SW303).
orcan be selected by rotary switch (SW304, No.6).
Factory adjusted as [K, -200 to 1370 ]3

[Table 3-2]
SW303
No.
0

Sensor typeK-200 to 1370

-320 to 2500

J-200 to 1000

-320 to 1800

R

0 to 1760

0 to 3200

B

0 to 1820

0 to 3300

PL-

0 to 1390

0 to 2500

N

0 to 1300

0 to 2300

Pt100-199.9 to 850.0-199.9 to 999.9

JPt100-199.9 to 500.0-199.9 to 900.0

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Scale range
SW304 (No.6 OFF)SW304 (No.6 ON)

Alarm 1 (A1) and Alarm 2 (A2) action selection
The alarm action type can be designated by the rotary switch A1 (SW302) and A2 (SW301).
The rotary switch A2 (SW301) is equipped only when the option A2 is applied.
Rotary switch A1 (SW302): Alarm 1 (A1) action
Rotary switch A2 (SW301): Alarm 2 (A2) action
Factory adjusted as No alarm action for Switch A1 (SW302) and Switch A2 (SW301)[Table 3-3]
Alarm 1 (A1) action
No alarm action
High limit alarm
Low limit alarm
High/Low limits alarm
High/Low limit range alarm

Process high alarm
Process low alarm
No alarm action

A1(SW302)
Switch No.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Alarm 2 (A2) action
No alarm action
High limit alarm
Low limit alarm
High/Low limits alarm
High/Low limit range alarm

Process high alarm
Process low alarm
No alarm action

A2(SW301)
Switch No.
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

After the setup, insert the inner assembly into the case. Ensure not to confuse the top and bottomof the inner assembly.

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4. Operation
4.1 Operation flow chart
Instrument power ON
Warm-up status(Approx. 2 seconds)

PV/SV display mode
(Approx. 1s)[Main setting mode]
Main setting[ ]Control output OFF
function []+[Sub setting mode]
Auto-tuning Perform/
Cancel [/]Output manipulated
variable display(Approx. 3s)+(Approx. 3s)[Auxiliary function setting mode]
Setting value lockdesignation []** After the auto-tuning is
performed, the mode reverts
to the PV/SV display mode.
(Auto-tuning is automaticallyfinished after 4 hours of thetuning.
• Dotted lines show options.

Proportional band setting[ ]Main setting high limit
value setting []Integral time setting[ ]Main setting low limit
value setting []Derivative time setting[ ]Sensor correction setting[]

Proportional cycle setting[ ]Alarm 1 (A1) Energized/
Deenergized []Manual reset setting[]

Alarm 2 (A2) Energized/
Deenergized []Alarm 1 (A1) setting][

Alarm 1 (A1) hysteresis[]

Alarm 2 (A2) setting[]

Alarm 2 (A2) hysteresis[]

Heater burnout alarm[]

Alarm 1 (A1) action
delayed timer []Alarm 2 (A2) action
delayed timer []Scaling high limit setting[]

ON/OFF action hysteresis[]

Scaling low limit setting[]

PV filter time constant[]54.2 PV/SV display mode
The PV display indicates the characters of the sensor type and temperature unit and the SV display
indicates the rated scale maximum value for approx. 2 seconds after the power is turned on.
See [Table 4.2-1]. (If any other value is set at the main setting high limit value setting, the SV display
indicates the value.)
During this time, all outputs and the LED indicators are in their off status.
After that, actual temperature is indicated on the PV display or the main setting value on the SV
display, and the control starts.
will be indicated on the PV display.
(While the control output OFF function is working,key for approx. 1 second.)
To release the function, press the[Table 4.2-1]
Input

PV display

SV display

PV display

SV display

K
J
R
B
PL-ll
N
Pt100
JPt100
4.3 Main setting mode
Character
Name, Description, Setting range
Main setting• Sets main setting value for the main control.
• Main setting low limit value to main setting high limit value• Factory adjusted as 0 ( )4.4 Sub setting mode
Character
Name, Description, Setting range
Auto-tuning Perform/Cancel• Designates auto-tuning Perform or Cancel.
• Not available for the PD action or ON/OFF action• If the auto-tuning is cancelled in the process, P, I and D values return to the former
value as when the auto-tuning is performed.
• Auto-tuning will be canceled automatically after 4 hours of the tuning.
]• Factory adjusted as [Proportional band value setting• Sets the proportional band for the control output.
• Not available when the control action is ON/OFF action.
• Setting range: 0.1 to 999.9%• Factory adjusted as 2.5%
Integral time setting• Sets the integral time for the control output.
Setting the value to 0 disables the function.
• Not available for the PD action or ON/OFF action.
• Setting range: 0 to 3600 seconds• Factory adjusted as 200 seconds
Derivative time setting• Sets the derivative time for the control output.
Setting the value to 0 disables the function.
• Not available when the control action is ON/OFF action.
• Setting range: 0 to 3600 seconds• Factory adjusted as 50 seconds
Proportional cycle setting• Sets the proportional cycle value.
• Not available for ON/OFF action or when the current output type is selected.
• For the relay contact output type, if the proportional cycle time is decreased, thefrequency of the relay action increases, and the life of relay contact is shortened.
• Setting range: 1 to 120 seconds• Factory adjusted as 30 seconds for R/M, 3 seconds for S/M type6

Manual reset setting• Sets the reset value to correct the offset (the difference between the PV and SV
in equilibrium state.)• Available for the PD action• Setting range: proportional band converted value
However, -199.9 to 999.90 ( )• Factory adjusted as 0.0
How to set manual reset
When SV>PV: Set the positive (+) value (SV-PV)
When SV<PV: Set the negative (-) value (SV-PV)
Alarm 1 (A1) setting• Sets the action point for Alarm 1 (A1).
• Not available when the rotary switch No. 0 is selected in Alarm 1 (A1) action
selection.
• As to the setting range, refer to [Table 4.4-1].
• Factory adjusted as 0
Alarm 2 (A2) setting• Sets the action point for Alarm 2 (A2).
• Not available when the rotary switch No. 0 is selected in Alarm 2 (A2) action
selection or when the option [A2] is not applied.
• The setting range and initial value are the same as those of Alarm 1 (A1) setting.
Heater burnout alarm setting• Sets the heater current value for the Heater burnout alarm.
• This setting item is available only when the option [W] is applied.
• Self-holding is not available for the alarm output.
• Setting range: In the case of 20A, 0.0 to 20.0A
In the case of 50A, 0.0 to 50.0A• Factory adjusted as 0.0A
[Table 4.4-1]
Alarm action typeHigh limit alarm-200 to 200( )Setting range(with decimal point)-199.9 to 200.0 ( )Low limit alarm
High/Low limits alarm-200 to 200( )-199.9 to 200.0( )(0 to 200)

( )(0.0 to 200.0)( )Setting range

High/Low limit range alarm(0 to 200)
( )(0.0 to 200.0)( )Input range minimum to
Input range minimum toProcess high alarm
input range maximum
input range maximum
Input range minimum to
Input range minimum toProcess low alarm
input range maximum
input range maximum
The setting range of the standby function is the same as that of the alarm action.
The alarm action point is set by deviation to the main setting except process value alarm.

4.5 Auxiliary function setting mode
Character
Name, Description, Setting range
Setting value lock designation• Locks the setting value to prevent errors.
The setting item to be locked depends on the designation.
• PID auto-tuning or auto-reset will not function if Lock 1 or Lock 2 is designated.
•(Unlock): All setting values can be changed.
(Lock 1) : None of the setting values can be changed.
(Lock 2) : Only main setting value is changeable.
(Lock 3) : All setting values can be changed,
however, they revert to their former values after the power isturned off because they are not stored in the non-volatile memory.
Main setting high limit value setting• Sets the high limit value of the main setting.
• Main setting low limit value to input range maximum value• Factory adjusted as 400

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Main setting low limit value setting• Sets the low limit value of the main setting.
• Input range minimum value to main setting high limit value• Factory adjusted as 0
Sensor correction setting• Sets sensor correction value.
• Setting range: -100.0 to 100.0 ( )• Factory adjusted as 0.0
Alarm 1 (A1) action Energized/Deenergized selection• Sets the Alarm 1 (A1) action as Energized or Deenergized.
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 1 (A1) action selection.
• Energized :Deenergized:• Factory adjusted as Energized
Alarm 2 (A2) action Energized/Deenergized selection• Sets the Alarm 2 (A2) action as Energized or Deenergized.
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 2 (A2) action selection
or when the option [A2] is not applied.
• Energized :Deenergized:• Factory adjusted as Energized
Alarm 1 (A1) hysteresis setting• Sets hysteresis value for Alarm 1 (A1).
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 1 (A1) action selection• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( )• Factory adjusted as 1.0
Alarm 2 (A2) hysteresis setting• Sets hysteresis value for Alarm 2 (A2).
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 2 (A2) action selection
or when the option [A2] is not applied.
• The setting range and initial value are the same as those of Alarm 1 (A1)hysteresis setting.
Alarm 1 (A1) delayed timer setting• Sets the action delayed timer for Alarm 1 (A1).
Alarm activates when the setting time is passed after the input value enters thealarm output range.
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 1 (A1) action selection• Setting range: 0 to 9999 seconds• Factory adjusted as 0 seconds
Alarm 2 (A2) delayed timer setting• Sets the action delayed timer for Alarm 2 (A2).
Alarm activates when the setting time is passed after the input value enters thealarm output range.
• Not available when rotary switch No.0 is selected in Alarm 2 (A2) action selection
or when the option [A2] is not applied.
• The setting range and initial value are the same as those of Alarm 1 (A1) delayed
timer setting
ON/OFF action hysteresis setting• Sets the ON/OFF action hysteresis for the control output.
• This setting item is available only when the control output is ON/OFF action.
• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( )• Factory adjusted as 1.0
PV filter time constant setting• Sets the PV filter time constant value.
If the value is set too large, it affects control result due to the delay of response.
• Setting range: 0.0 to 10.0 seconds• Factory adjusted as 0.0 seconds

8Character

Name, Description, Setting range
Scaling high limit value setting• Sets the scaling high limit value.
• If the scaling high limit value is changed, the main setting high limit value
becomes the same value as the scaling high limit value.
• Setting range: Scaling low limit value to input range maximum value• Factory adjusted as 1370
Scaling low limit value setting• Sets the scaling low limit value.
• If the scaling low limit value is changed, the main setting low limit value
becomes the same value as the scaling low limit value.
• Setting range: Input range minimum value to scaling high limit value• Factory adjusted as -200

Main setting high and low limit values and Scaling high and low limit values settings
When setting the main setting high and low limit values, the values should be set within thescaling setting range. (Set the scaling setting range first, then set the main setting high or
low limit value.)
However, when the scaling high or low limit value is changed, the main setting high or low
limit value becomes the scaling high or low limit value.
[For example]
The initial main setting high limit value: 400
The initial main setting low limit value: -200
The initial scaling high limit value: 1370
The initial scaling low limit value: -200
When the scaling high limit value is changed to 1000 and scaling low limit value to -100 ,the main setting high and low limit values are automatically set to1000 and -100 respectively.
(Therefore, it is necessary to set the main setting high and low limit values again.)
Scaling high and low limit values setting affects the proportional band of the control action.
By shortening the scaling span, the control resolution can be enhanced.
[For example]
Scaling high limit value: 1370
Scaling span: 1570
Scaling low limit value: -200
Proportional band: 2.5%
Proportional band converted value ( ): 39.25
Scaling high limit value: 400
Scaling span: 400
Scaling low limit value: 0
Proportional band: 2.5%
Proportional band converted value ( ): 10
When comparing the control resolutions, the control resolution of scaling span 400 is finer thanthat of scaling span 1570
4.6 Control output OFF function
Character
Name, Descriptions
Control output OFF function• This is the function to switch the control output OFF even if power is supplied to the
instrument. "" is indicated on the PV display.
The function is used when required to halt the control action or the FCS-13A
is not used in multiple controllers.
• This function can be selected from any mode or from any setting item by pressing
thekey for approx. 1 second.
• Once this function is enabled, it cannot be released even if the power to the
instrument is turned OFF and ON again.
To cancel the function, press the
key again for approx. 1 second.
4.7 Output manipulated variable display
Character
Name, Descriptions
OutputOutput manipulated variable display
manipulated • In the PV/SV display mode, press the
key for approx. 3 seconds.
variable
The display will be changed to main setting mode during the process,however, keep pressing until the output manipulated variable is displayed.
(Manipulated variable is indicated on the SV display blinking the decimal point.)
key is pressed again, the mode will revert to the PV/SV display.
If the9Sensor correction function
Corrects the input value from the sensor. When a sensor cannot be set at a location
where control is desired, the sensor measuring temperature may deviate from thetemperature in the controlled location. When controlling with plural controllers,
the accuracy of sensors affects the control.
Therefore, sometimes the measuring temperature (input value) does not concur with thesame setting value. In such a case, the control can be set with the desired temperatureby shifting the input value of sensors.
Energized/Deenergized
When the temperature alarm action energized is selected, the alarm output (between
terminals 3-4, or 3-5) is conducted (ON) status while the alarm output indicator is lit.
The alarm output is not conducted (OFF) status while the alarm output indicator is not lit.
When the temperature alarm action deenergized is selected, the alarm output (between
terminals 3-4, or 3-5) is not conducted (OFF) status while the alarm output indicator is lit.
The alarm output is conducted (ON) status while the alarm output indicator is not lit.
Hysteresis
Hysteresis
ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Main setting

Main setting Alarm setting

Alarm setting[High limit alarm action Energized][High limit alarm action Deenergized]

5. Running
After the controller has been mounted to the control panel and wiring is completed,it can be started in the following manner.
(1) Turn the power supplied to the FCS-13A ON
For approx. 2 seconds after the power is switched ON, the type of sensor and / are indicatedon the PV display, and the rated scale maximum value on the SV display. Refer to [Table 4.2-1].
(If any other value is set at the Main setting high limit value setting, the SV display indicatesthe value.) During this time, all outputs and LED indicators are in their OFF status.
After that, the PV display indicates actual temperature and the SV display indicates the main
setting value.
" is indicated on the PV display.
While the Control output OFF function is working, "(2) Input the setting value
Referring to Chapter 4. Operation, input each setting value.
(3) Turn the load circuit power ON.
Starts the control action so as to keep the controlled object at the main setting value.

6. Other functions(1) Input burnout[Overscale]
When the thermocouple or RTD is burnt out or the input value exceeds the [Rated scale maximum].
value + 5% of rated scale span], the control output is turned off, and the PV display blinks [[Underscale]If the input value falls below [Rated scale minimum value –1% of rated scale span], the control].
output is turned off, and the PV display blinks [(2) Self-diagnosis function
The CPU is monitored by a watchdog timer, and when any abnormal status is found on the CPU,the controller is switched to warm-up status.
(3) Automatic cold junction temperature compensation (thermocouple input type)This detects the temperature at the connection terminal between the thermocouple and the instrument,
and always keeps it at the same status as when the reference junction is located at 0 (32 ).
(4) Warm-up indication
After the power supply to the instrument is turned on, the PV display indicates the characters of
the sensor input and temperature unit, and the SV display indicates the rated scale maximum value
for approx. 2 seconds.

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7. Action explanations
7.1 Standard action
ActionHeating (reverse) action

Cooling (direct) action

Proportional band

Proportional band

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Control action

Setting
6
Relay contact
output7

Setting

6

6

6

7

7

7

Cycle action
according to deviation

+ 6

+ 6
12Vdc

Non-contact
voltage output+ 6

12/0Vdc

+ 6
0Vdc

7

+ 6

20mAdc7

Current output

7

7

+ 6
0Vdc

+ 6

0/12Vdc

7

12Vdc

7

Cycle action
according to deviation+ 6

6

Cycle action
according to deviation

7

7

6

7

Cycle action
according to deviation

+ 6

+ 6

20 to 4mAdc
7

4mAdc
7

+ 6

4mAdc
7

+ 6

4 to 20mAdc
7

20mAdc7

Changes continuously
according to deviation

Changes continuously
according to deviation

Indicator (OUT)
Green

Unlit

Lit

Unlit

Lit

: Alternates between ON and OFF.

7.2 ON/OFF action
ActionHeating (reverse) action

Cooling (direct) action

Hysteresis

Hysteresis

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Control action

Setting
Relay contact
outputNon-contact
voltage output

6

6

6

6

7

7

7

7

+ 6

+ 6
12Vdc

+ 6
0Vdc

+ 6
0Vdc

12Vdc

7

7

7

7

+ 6

+ 6

+ 6

+ 6

20mAdc7

Current output

Indicator (OUT)
Green

Setting

Lit

4mAdc
7

Unlit

: Either ON or OFF.

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4mAdc
7

Unlit

20mAdc7Lit

7.3 Heater burnout alarm
ON
3

3

5

5

OutputAlarmactionOFF
Indicator

Setting

Lit
Load current

Small

Unlit

Large

7.4 Alarm 1 (A1) and 2 (A2) actions
Low limit alarm action

High limit alarm action
Hysteresis

High/Low limits alarm action

Hysteresis

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Hysteresis
ON

Alarm action
OFF

Main setting value

Main setting value

Main setting value

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

OutputIndicator
Unlit
Lit
High/Low limit range alarm action

Lit

Unlit
Process high alarm action

Hysteresis
ON

Lit

Unlit
Process low alarm action

Hysteresis

Lit

Hysteresis

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Alarm action
OFF
Main setting value
3

3

3

3

3

3

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

OutputIndicator
Unlit

Unlit
Lit
High limit alarm with standby

Unlit
Low limit alarm with standby

Hysteresis

Lit

Lit
Unlit
High/Low limits alarm with standby
Hysteresis

Hysteresis

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

ON

Alarm action
OFF

Main setting value

Main setting value

Main setting value

3

3

3

3

3

3

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

OutputIndicator
Lit
Unlit
High/Low limit range alarm with standby

Lit

Unlit
Process high alarm with standby

Hysteresis

Lit

Unlit
Process low alarm with standby
Hysteresis

Hysteresis

ON

ON

ON

OFF

OFF

Alarm action
OFF
Main setting value
3

3

3

3

3

3

3

4

4

4

4

4

4

4

OutputIndicator
Unlit

Lit

Unlit

Unlit

part: Acts ON or OFF.
part: The standby functions.
Output terminals for Alarm 2 (A2): 3 and 5

12

Lit

Lit

Unlit

Lit

8. Explanation of the control action
8.1 Fuzzy self-tuning
Fuzzy self-tuning is a function to perform a fine adjustment to the PID values automatically.
The stable control can be carried out even if the conditions of the process are changed due tothe things like variety and variable production.
(1) When the control action is rising, the controller performs the control by the PID values tuned inadvance.
(2) When the control result is disordered by disturbance or the process change, the controller checks
the converging status, and performs fine adjustment to the PID values if necessary.
(a) If the convergence is performed smoothly, the PID values are not changed.
(b) If the convergence speed is slow, the controller corrects the PID values to make theconvergence faster.
(c) When overshoot is generated during the convergence, the controller corrects the PID values
so as not to generate overshoot.
(d) When hunting is generated, the controller checks the waveform and performs fine adjustment
to the PID values.
The instrument is always in self-tuning status itself, and when deviation is created it starts the tuning.
Even if in fuzzy self-tuning status, when very large hunting is caused and the control is not stable, it
starts auto-tuning automatically.
When the auto-tuning performance is designated by key operation, the tuning is initiated and when thecontrol is stabilized, the auto-tuning is released and returns to the self-tuning status.
8.2 PID auto-tuning of the FCS-13A
In order to decide each value of P, I, D and ARW automatically, this system makes the controlled
object’s temperature fluctuate. One type is automatically selected from the following 3 fluctuation types.
h When the difference between setting value and processing temperature is large when
the temperature rises.
Fluctuation is applied at the temperature 20 ( ) lower than the setting value.

Temperature

Temperature 20 C ( F) lower than the setting
value

Setting value

1 PID parameter identification
PID parameter identification
finished
3 Controlling action is performed
with the parameters set by autotuning.
2

Time

AT
2

1

AT : Auto-tuning starting point3h When the control is stable
Fluctuation is applied at the setting value.
Temperature

1 PID parameter identification
2 PID parameter identification
finished

Setting value

3 Controlling action is performed
with the parameters set by autotuning.

Time

AT
1

2

3

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AT : Auto-tuning starting pointh When the difference between setting value and processing temperature is large when
the temperature falls.
Fluctuation is applied at the temperature 20 ( ) higher than the setting value.

Temperature 20 C ( F) higher than the setting value
Temperature

1 PID parameter identification
2 PID parameter identification
finished
3 Controlling action is performed
with the parameters set by autotuning.

Setting value

Time

AT
2

1

AT : Auto-tuning starting point3

9. Mounting to the control panel

44.5
48 *1
59.7 *262

9.1 Site selection
This instrument is intended to be used under the following environmental conditions (IEC61010-1):
Overvoltage category , Pollution degree 2
Mount the controller in a place with:(1) A minimum of dust, and an absence of corrosive gases(2) No flammable, explosive gases(3) No mechanical vibrations or shocks(4) No exposure to direct sunlight, an ambient temperature of 0 to 50 (32 to122 )that does not change suddenly(5) An ambient non-condensing humidity of 35 to 85%RH(6) The controller away from large capacity electromagnetic switches or cables
through which large current is flowing(7) No water, oil or chemicals or where the vapors of these substances cancome into direct contact with the unit
9.2 External dimension drawing

□48

10

100
106 *1*1 When the option [TC] is applied*2 When the option [BL] is applied[Fig. 9.2-1]

45 +0.5075

45 +0.50

9.3 Panel cutout drawingn x 48 -3 +0.50Lateral close mounting
n: Number of units mounted

45 +0.5
0[Fig. 9.3-1]
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9.4 CT (current transformer) dimension drawing

CTL-6-S (for 20A)

CTL-12-S36-10L1 (for 50A)

[Fig. 9.4-1]
9.5 Mounting
When the one-touch type mounting bracket
is used:Mounting panel thickness is 1 to 3mm.
Catch the mounting bracket 1 to the
top and bottom of the instrument first.
Then, insert the FCS-13A 2 from thefront of the mounting panel.
When the Soft-type Front cover (FS-48-S)
is applied, mounting panel thickness is
1 to 2.5mm.
[Fig. 9.5-1]
When the screw type mounting bracket (option [BL])is used:Mounting panel thickness is 1 to 15mm.
Insert the FCS-13A from the front of the panel.
Catch the mounting bracket to the holes
top and bottom of the case, and screw to fix.
When the Soft-type Front cover (FS-48-S) is
applied, mounting panel thickness is 1 to 14.5mm.

1

2

1

[Fig. 9.5-2]

NoticeAs the case is made of resin, do not use excessive force while screwing in the mounting bracket.
The torque is approximately 0.12N•m.
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10. Wiring connection

Warning
Turn the power supply to the instrument OFF before wiring or checking.
Working or touching the terminal with the power switched ON may result in an
Electric Shock which could cause severe injury or death.
10.1 Terminal arrangement
100 to 240Vac
or 24Vac/dc

1

6

6

R/M
2

7

7

8

A 8

4

9

・B9

5

10

B 10

3

CT

A1
A2/W

S/M or
A/M

R/M : Relay contact output
S/M : Non-contact voltage output
A/M : Current output
A1, A2: Alarm 1 and 2
W: Heater burnout alarm

RTD

TC

Dotted line: Option (Must be specified)[Fig. 10.1-1]

Notice· The terminal block of the FCS-13A is designed to be wired from the left side. The lead wire must be
inserted from the left side of the terminal, and fastened with the terminal screw.
· Use a thermocouple and compensating lead wire according to the input specification of this controller.
· Use a 3-wire system of RTD according to the input specification of this controller.
· This controller has neither built-in power switch nor fuse. Therefore, it is necessary to install themin the circuit near the external controller.
(Recommended fuse: Time-lag fuse, rated voltage 250V, rated current 2A)· In the case of 24Vdc for power source, do not confuse the polarity.
· With the relay contact output type, externally use an auxiliary electromagnetic switch according to
the capacity of the load to protect the built-in relay contact.
· When wiring, keep input wire (thermocouple, RTD, etc.) away from AC source and load wire to avoid
external interference.
n Solderless terminal
Use a solderless terminal with an insulation sleeve that fits to an M3 screw as shown below.
3.2mm

5.8mm or less

5.8mm or lessSolderlessterminal

3.2mm

Manufacturer

Model name

Nichifu Terminal Industries CO.,LTD.
Japan Solderless Terminal MFG CO.,LTD.
Nichifu Terminal Industries CO.,LTD.
Round type Japan Solderless Terminal MFG CO.,LTD.

1.25Y-3
VD1.25-B3A
1.25-3
V1.25-3

Y type16

Tightening torque
0.6N•mMax. 1.0N•m

Option: Heater burnout alarm output(1) This alarm is not available fordetecting current under phase control.
(2) Use the current transformer (CT) provided
and pass one lead wire of heater circuit
into the hole of the CT.
(3) When wiring, keep CT wire awayfrom AC source and load wire to
avoid external interference.

CT inputterminal
Power source
CT[Fig. 10.1-2]

Heater

10.2 Wiring connection example
FCS-13A-R/E

3-phase*Electromagnetic
switchAlarm unit

[Fig. 10-2-1]

Thermocouple

HeaterElectric furnace* To prevent the unit from harmful effects of unexpected level noise, it is recommended
that a surge absorber be installed between the electromagnetic switch coils.
AC or DC is available for supply voltage 24V, however, do not confuse the polarity
when DC is applied.

11. Specifications
11.1 Standard specifications
Mounting method: FlushSetting: Input system by using membrane sheet key
Display
PV display: Red LED display 4 digits, size, 4(W) x 8(H)mm
SV display: Green LED display 4 digits, size, 4(W) x 8(H)mm
Accuracy (Setting and indicating)
Thermocouple: Within 0.3% of input range full scale 1 digit,
However, for R input 0 to 200 (0 to 400 ): Within 6 (12 )for B input 0 to 300 (0 to 600 ): The accuracy is not guaranteed.
for K, J input less than 0 (32 ): Within 0.5% of input range full scale 1 digit(Cold junction temperature compensating accuracy: 1.5 at 0 to 50
Input sampling period: 0.125 seconds (0.25 seconds when the option [W] is applied.)
Input
Thermocouple: K, J, R, N, PLExternal resistance, 100 or less
RTD
: Pt100, JPt100 3-wire system
Allowable input lead wire resistance, 10 or less per wire
When input burnout : Overscale

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Control output
Relay contact: 1aControl capacity, 250Vac 3A (resistive load)
250Vac 1A (inductive load cosø=0.4)
Electrical life: 100,000 times
Non-contact voltage: For SSR drive
12＋２０Vdc, Maximum 40mA (short circuit protected)
If Shinko SSR (SA-200 series) is used, 4 units are connectable in parallel.
Current: 4 to 20mAdc
Load resistance, maximum 550
Alarm 1 (A1) output
Action: ON/OFF action
Hysteresis, 0.1 to 100.0 ( )Output: Relay contact, 1a
Control capacity, 250Vac 3A (resistive load)
250Vac 1A (inductive load cosø=0.4)
Electrical life: 100,000 times
Control action
Fuzzy self-tuning PID action
Proportional band : Automatic
Integral time
: Automatic
Derivative time : Automatic
Proportional cycle : 1 to 120s (not available for current output type)
ARW: Automatic
PID action (with auto-tuning function)
Proportional band : 0 .0 to 100.0%
Integral time
: 0 to 3600s (off when set to 0)
Derivative time : 0 to 3600s (off when set to 0)
Proportional cycle : 1 to 120s (not available for current output type)
ARW: Automatic
PD action
Proportional band : 0 .0 to 100.0%
Derivative time : 0 to 3600s (off when set to 0)
Proportional cycle : 1 to 120s (not available for current output type)
ON/OFF action (When P value is set to 0 or 0.0.)
Hysteresis: 0.1 to 99.9 ( )Circuit insulation configuration

*

Power
sourceIsolated

Isolated

CPU part

IsolatedControl
output

Input

Alarm output(A1, A2)* If the control output type is current or non-contact voltage output, between
the input and control output is non-isolated.
Insulation resistance
10M or greater at 500Vdc
In the case of the above Circuit insulation configuration (*), the insulation resistance test must not
be carried out between the input and control output because between them is not isolated.
Dielectric strength
Between input terminal and ground ---------------- 1.5kVac for 1 minuteBetween input terminal and power terminal ------· 1.5kVac for 1 minuteBetween output terminal and ground --------------- 1.5kVac for 1 minuteBetween output terminal and power terminal ----- 1.5kVac for 1 minuteBetween power terminal and ground --------------- 1.5kVac for 1 minuteSupply voltage: 100 to 240Vac, 50/60Hz, 24Vac/dc, 50/60Hz
Allowable voltage fluctuation:
In the case of 100 to 240Vac, 85 to 264Vac
In the case of 24Vac/dc, 20 to 28Vac/dc
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Power consumption : Approx. 8VA
Ambient temperature : 0 to 50 (32 to 122 )Ambient humidity: 35 to 85%RH (non-condensing)
Weight: Approx. 140g
External dimension : 48 x 48 x 100mm (W x H x D)
Material: Case, Flame resistant resin
Color: Case, Light gray
Attached functions : Control output OFF function, Setting value lock, Setting value limit,
Sensor correction, Multi-range, Multi-function, Alarm action delayed timer,
Power failure countermeasure, Self-diagnosis, Automatic cold junction
temperature compensating function, Burnout, Warm-up indication
Accessories: One-touch type mounting bracket 1 set
Screw type mounting bracket
1 set (When the option [BL] is applied)
Instruction manual
1 copyTerminal cover
1 piece (When the option [TC] is applied)
Current transformer
1 piece
CTL-6-S[When the option W (20A) is applied]
CTL-12-S36-10L1 [When the option W (50A) is applied]Wire harness (3m) 1 piece (When the option [W (20A)] or [W (50A)] is applied)
11.2 Optional functions
Alarm 2 (A2) output [Option code: A2]
The alarm action point is set by deviation to the main setting (except Process value alarm).
[When the alarm action is set as Energized]
When the input exceeds the range, the output turns ON or OFF(in the case of High/Low limit range alarm).
[When the alarm action is set as Deenergized]
The output acts conversely.
When this option [A2] and the option [W] are applied together, the output terminal is common.
Setting accuracy : Within 0.3% of input range full scale 1 digit
Action: ON/OFF action, Hysteresis, 0.1 to 100.0 ( )Output: Relay contact, 1a
Control capacity, 250Vac 3A (resistive load)
250Vac 1A (inductive load cosø=0.4)(however, maximum 3A for the common terminal 3 for A1 and A2)
Electrical life: 100,000 times
Heater burnout alarm (including the sensor burnout alarm) [Option code: W]
Watches the heater current with CT (current transformer), and detects the burnout.
When this option [W] and the option [A2] are applied together, the output terminal is common.
This option cannot be applied to the current output type.
Rating: 20A [Option W(20A)], 50A [Option W(50A)], must be specified
Setting range: In the case of 20A, 0.0 to 20.0A (off when set to 0.0)
In the case of 50A, 0.0 to 50.0A (off when set to 0.0)
Setting accuracy : 5%
Action: ON/OFF action
Output: Relay contact, 1a
Control capacity, 250Vac 3A (resistive load)
250Vac 1A (inductive load cosø=0.4)(however, maximum 3A for the common terminal 3 for A1 and A2)
Electrical life: 100,000 times
Screw type mounting bracket [Option code: BL]
Panel thickness : 1 to 15mm
Color black [Option code: BK]
Front panel: Dark grayBase and case : Black
Dust-proof•Drip-proof [option code: IP]
Dust-proof and Drip-proof specification (IP54)
Effective for only panel surface, case part is excluded.
To protect the controller from water leak between the control panel and controller,
take note of the following.
(1) Use the screw type mounting bracket.
(2) The panel cutout dimension should be proper and have no burrs.
(3) The control panel surface to be mounted should be vertical.
Front cover FS-48-R (soft type, sold separately) is recommended to strengthen the Dust-proof
and Drip-proof specification.
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Terminal cover [Option code: TC]
Electrical shock protecting terminal cover
Designated specifications
Input range : Shipped as designated input range.
Alarm action : Shipped as designated alarm action.

12. Troubleshooting
If any malfunctions occur, refer to the following items after checking the power and the wiring.
Phenomena
Presumed cause and solution
If PV display is indicating • Control output OFF function is working.
]Press thekey for approx. 1 second to release the function.
[• Thermocouple or RTD is burnt out.
[In the case of Thermocouple]
If the input terminal of the instrument is shorted,and if nearby room temperature is indicated, the instrument] is blinking
If [should be normal and sensor may be burnout.
on the PV display[In the case of RTD]
If approx. 100 of resistance is connected to the input terminal
between A-B of the instrument and between B-B is shorted,and if nearby 0 (32 ) is indicated, the instrument should
be normal and sensor may be burnout.
• Lead wire of thermocouple or RTD is not securely mounted to the
instrument terminal.
If [] is blinking• Polarity of thermocouple or compensating lead wire is reversed.
on the PV display• Codes (A, B, B) of RTD do not agree with the instrument terminal.
• Designation of the Sensor input is improper.
• Temperature unit ( or ) is mistaken.
• Sensor correcting value is unsuitable.
Set the value suitably.
If indication of PV display• Specification of the thermocouple or RTD is improper.
is abnormal or unstable.
• AC leaks into the thermocouple or RTD circuit.
• There may be a piece of equipment producing inductive interferenceor noise near the controller.
• Thermocouple or RTD is burnt out.
If process variable• Lead wire of thermocouple or RTD is not securely mounted to the(temperature) does not
instrument terminal.
rise.
• confirm the connection of the output is securely carried out.
If settings are impossible. • Setting value lock (mode 1 or 2) is designated.
Release the lock designation.
If the value does not• During PID auto-tuning or auto-reset.
change by the,keys.
In the case of PID auto-tuning, cancel the tuning if necessary.
If the setting indication• Main setting high or low limit value in the Auxiliary function setting
does not change in themode may be set at the point the value does not change.
rated scale range even if
Set it again while in the Auxiliary function setting mode.
,keys arethepressed, and settings
are impossible.
If any unexplained malfunctions occur other than the above mentioned, make inquiries at our agency
or the shop where you purchased the unit.

SHINKO TECHNOS CO.,LTD.
OVERSEAS DIVISION
Reg. Office : 2-5-1, Senbahigashi, Minoo, Osaka, JapanURL: http://www.shinko-technos.co.jp
Tel : 81-72-727-6100
E-mail: overseas@shinko-technos.co.jp
Fax: 81-72-727-7006
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