CENTURION™

Configurable Controller
Installation and Operations Manual
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10-10-06
Section 50
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FW MURPHY has made efforts to ensure the reliability of the Centurion

controller and to recommend safe usage practices in system applications.
Please note that in any application, operation and controller failures can
occur. These failures may result in full control outputs or other outputs which
may cause damage to or unsafe conditions in the equipment or process
connected to the Centurion controller. Good engineering practices, electrical
codes, and insurance regulations require that you use independent external
protective devices to prevent potentially dangerous or unsafe conditions.
Assume that the Centurion controller can fail with outputs full on, outputs full
off, or that other unexpected conditions can occur.

BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION OF THIS MURPHY PRODUCT:

• Please read the following information before installing the Centurion

controller. This installation information is intended for Centurion
controller only. Before installing, visually inspect the product for any
damage during shipping.
• Disconnect all power and be sure machine is inoperative before
beginning installation.
• Installation is to be done only by qualified technician.
• Observe all Warnings and Cautions at each section in these
instructions.
• Device shall be wired in accordance with Class I, Division 2 wiring
methods.
• This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups B, C,
and D hazardous Areas.
• WARNING–Explosion Hazard–Substitution of components may
impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
• Please contact Murphy immediately if you have any questions.
Table of Contents
1 Overview ............................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Basic Components and Key Features of the C3 Series .........................................2
1.2 Optional Components.............................................................................................3
2 Input/Output Types .............................................................................................................. 4
2.1 Power Supply Wiring ..............................................................................................4
2.2 Input/Output Types and Specifications for the Main I/O Module ............................5
2.3 Input/Output Types and Specifications for the Optional Expansion Module ...........9
3 Hazardous Area Operation ............................................................................................... 11
4 Hardware Installation and Wiring..................................................................................... 12
4.1 Mounting the Controller ........................................................................................12
4.2 Mounting the Display............................................................................................12
4.3 Wiring the Display ................................................................................................13
4.4 Wiring the Controller.............................................................................................14
5 Using the Display............................................................................................................... 16
5.1 Features ...............................................................................................................16
5.2 Operational Screens.............................................................................................21
5.3 Setup Screens and Menus ...................................................................................27
5.4 Additional Navigational Aids.................................................................................54
6 Communications................................................................................................................ 55
6.1 Communication Ports ...........................................................................................55
6.2 Downloading Configurations and Firmware Updates ...........................................56
6.3 Modbus™ RTU Protocol .......................................................................................62
6.4 Transferring Data in Modbus................................................................................63
6.5 Modbus Register Address Listings .......................................................................63
7 Replacement Parts and Assemblies................................................................................ 63
8 Accessories........................................................................................................................ 63
8.1 Configuration Software.........................................................................................63
9 Glossary.............................................................................................................................. 64
10 Appendices....................................................................................................................... 66
10.1 Back Panel LED Description ..............................................................................66
10.2 Controller Accuracies, and Tolerances...............................................................66
10.3 Restrictions on Numeric Values in Gage and PID Monitor Screens ...................67
10.4 Set Up Sheet......................................................................................................67
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1 Overview
The Centurion configurable controller is a display and controller combination expressly
designed to meet the requirements of three specific kinds of applications:

• Screw Compressors
• Reciprocating Compressors
• Pumps
The heart of the Centurion system is the main input/output (I/O) module or controller, which
can be mounted on a standard DIN rail. While it is designed to work with any Modbus (Master)
compliant HMI (Human Machine Interface) or with no operator interface at all, it is optimally
configured and field-configurable through MConfigPro™, powerful software developed to
configure the controller. Parameters can be modified in the field without special need for laptop
or software by utilizing Murphy’s specially programmed controller display.

The controller is designed to monitor, control, protect, and optimize small to medium sized gas
operated compressors and pumps in the field. Proper operation is maintained by monitoring
set points and digital, analog, and thermocouple input points and providing the logic to take
corrective and/or proactive steps.

The controller also allows for controlled shut down and no-flow monitoring as well as auto start
up, and engine control capabilities.

The controller provides real-time data via communications ports to a connected display and/or
supervisory system. This advanced system offers multiple options for remote communications
and operation. The industry standard RTU Modbus protocol means greater support for a wide
variety of communication equipment including radio and satellite communications systems.

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1.1 Basic Components and Key Features of the C3 Series
The C3 series consists of a display module, a main I/O module, and optional expansion I/O
module. No special cables are required. The Centurion system is designed for use within a
weatherproof enclosure only.

Display module (C3-3) 128 x 64 LCD graphic display (-40 to 85) °C

• Power
10 - 32 VDC: 1W typical, 6W (max)
Storage power able to withstand 12V crank
NOTE: Maximum power ratings based on display heater operating at
maximum with 10V supply. Heater is only operational below -10C.
Typical based on 24V supply.
• Package and design
Same 5” x 5” design as annunciators
12 key keypad
• Communications
LED active indication for each port
RS232/485 (Modbus Master)
RS232/485/USB 1.1 compliant port
• Approvals
CSA, CLASS 1, DIVISION 2, Groups B, C and D certifications are
approved.
Main I/O module (C3-1)
• 32 digital inputs (DI)
• 10 digital outputs (DO)
• Direct input for analog and thermocouple inputs:
o 12 analog input (AI)
o 8 thermocouples (TC)
• 1 magnetic pickup (MPU)

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1.2 Optional Components
The C3-1 hardware may be configured with 2 analog outputs and it may be augmented
through an expansion module (C3-2) which provides analog outputs and additional analog and
thermocouple inputs.

Main I/O Module with analog outputs (C3-1-A)

• Same specifications and I/O as C3-1, plus 2 analog outputs

Expansion I/O Module (C3-2)

• 8 analog inputs (AI)
• 8 thermocouple inputs (TC)
• 4 analog outputs (AO)

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2 Input/Output Types
2.1 Power Supply Wiring
NOTE: Maximum power ratings based on all I/O operating in the ON
position with 10V supply. Typical based on 24V supply.

2.1.1 Centurion I/O Module

Requirements: (10 to 32) VDC: 30W (max)

There are two screw terminal connectors for power hookup at terminals 62 and 63, labeled B+
and B- respectively.

2.1.2 Centurion (Optional) Expansion I/O Module

Requirements: (10 to 32) VDC: 6W typical, 30W (max)

There are three screw terminal connectors for power hookup at terminals 134 to 136, labeled
B+, B and B- respectively.

NOTE: Run power directly from battery posts to controller power

terminals when battery is the power supply.

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2.2 Input/Output Types and Specifications for the Main I/O Module

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2.2.1 Digital Inputs (DI)
Number of devices: 32

Device types: discrete input, normally open (N/O) or normally closed (N/C), active high/active
low, non-incendive.

There is one screw terminal connector for each digital input.

Terminals 30 to 61 are DI terminals.

Green LEDs give visual indication of active input signal.

2.2.2 Analog Inputs (AI)

Number of devices: 12

Device types: analog input, (4 to 20) mA or (0 to 5) V, 10 bit hardware.

There is one screw terminal connector for each analog input.

Terminals 18 to 29 are AI terminals.

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2.2.3 Thermocouple Inputs (TC)
Number of devices: 8
Device types: thermocouple input, type J or K, 12 bit hardware.
Use ungrounded thermocouples only. Grounded thermocouples are not supported. Errors in
readings with grounded thermocouples can be the result of differences in grounding between
devices.
Open thermocouple detection: drives terminal reading high (max of scale).
Automatic cold junction compensation is built-in.
There are two screw terminal connectors for each thermocouple.
Terminals 1 to 16 are TC terminals where white or yellow indicate positive inputs and red
indicates negative inputs.

NOTE: An additional terminal connector is provided, identified as SHD, which

isolates thermocouple shields. This connection, at terminal 17, is intended to be
wired to an isolated bus bar for thermocouple shield wires. If shields are
grounded, do connect shields to SHD terminal. Connect all shields to SHD or to
ground but never both.

2.2.4 Magnetic Pickup (MPU)

Number of devices: 1
Device types: magnetic pickup (MPU), (5 to 120) Vrms, (30 to 10k) Hz.
There are two screw terminal connectors for the magnetic pickup.
Terminals 64 and 65 are MPU terminals.

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2.2.5 Digital Outputs (DO)
Number of devices: 10

Device types: discrete output, normally open (N/O) or normally closed (N/C)

• four (4) relay outputs, form C, dry contacts

• four (4) FETs (high speed)
• two (2) IGBTs (high power)
There are three screw terminal connectors for each relay output and two screw terminal
connectors for each FET and IGBT output.

Terminals 70 to 81 are for the four relay terminals.

Terminals 82 to 89 are for the four FET terminals.

Terminals 90 to 93 are for the two IGBT terminals.

Green LEDs give a visual indication of active output signal.

Warning: A heat sink is attached to the cover using acorn style nuts.
The surface area around these fasteners can become very hot. Avoid
contact.

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2.2.6 Optional Analog Outputs (AO)
Number of devices: 2

Device types: analog output, (4 to 20) mA or (0-20)mA, 16 bit hardware

There are two screw terminal connectors for each analog output.

Terminals 66 to 69 are AO terminals.

The optional AO module is added to the C3-1 at the factory inside the DIN enclosure. While
these terminals are present on all models the feature may not be installed.

2.3 Input/Output Types and Specifications for the Optional Expansion Module
2.3.1 Analog Inputs (AI)
Number of devices: 8

Device types: analog input, (4 to 20) mA or (0 to 5) V, 12 bit hardware.

There is one screw terminal connector for each analog input.

Terminals 126 to 133 are AI terminals.

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2.3.2 Thermocouple Inputs (TC)
Number of devices: 8

Device types: thermocouple input, type J or K, 12 bit hardware

Open thermocouple detection: drives channel reading high (max of scale).

There are two screw terminal connectors for each thermocouple input.

Terminals 109 to 124 are TC channels where white or yellow indicate positive inputs and red
indicates negative inputs.

NOTE: An additional terminal connector is provided, identified as SHD, which

isolates thermocouple shields. This connection, at terminal 125, is intended to be
wired to an isolated bus bar for thermocouple shield wires. If shields are
grounded, do connect shields to SHD terminal. Connect all shields to SHD or to
ground but never both.

2.3.3 Analog Outputs (AO)

Number of devices: 4

Device types: analog output, (4 to 20) mA or (0-20)mA, 16 bit hardware

There are two screw terminal connectors for each analog output.

Terminals 137 to 144 are AO terminals.

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3 Hazardous Area Operation
The Centurion certifications for CSA, CLASS 1, DIVISION 2, Groups B, C and D are approved.

Warning: Explosion hazard – Do not disconnect the equipment unless

the power has been switched off, or the area is known to be non-
hazardous.

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4 Hardware Installation and Wiring
4.1 Mounting the Controller
The Centurion controller can be mounted vertically or horizontally on a standard DIN rail.
Three clamp-type feet along the bottom of the controller attach to the DIN rail, however, rail
stops are recommended to prevent sliding.

4.2 Mounting the Display

The Centurion display can be mounted in the same hole cutout of other Murphy display
modules. Four screws attach the display bezel to the mounting surface.

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4.3 Wiring the Display

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4.4 Wiring the Controller

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Wiring the Controller (continued)

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5 Using the Display

The display module is a highly integrated

operator interface specially programmed to
complement and support the Centurion
controller. The primary purpose of the display is
to:

• view controller operational

information
• view/edit controller operational
parameters
• send commands to controller, such
as stop, edit, and reset

5.1 Features
5.1.1 Keypad Description and Navigation

The keypad for the display has 12 keys. The following table describes the keys and their
function for each of the three screen types:

• Operating status screens

• Setup screens (password required)
• Edit screens (password required)
Many of the keys have a modified action relative to the current location of the cursor and the
current page being displayed.

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Key ID Description
HOME Operating Status Screen
Allows the user to get to the first line of the current screen, or
if pressed again, to get to the default operating status screen.
Set Up Screen
Allows the user to get to the first line of the current screen.
Edit Screen
No associated action.
ESC/ACK Operating Status Screen
Acknowledge the active message/alarm that is currently
displayed in the alarm banner.
Acknowledges all active messages and alarms displayed in
the active alarm screen.
Set Up Screen
Exit Setup mode.
Edit Screen
Exit without saving changes to the current configuration.
Fn (Function Operating Status Screen
Key) Enter “Function mode” and display a dialog box with
additional available functions. Automatically cancels upon
moving to the next mode, or if no subsequent function is
chosen within five seconds.
Set Up Screen
No associated action.
Edit Screen
No associated action.
SETUP/ENTER Operating Status Screen
Enter Setup Mode.
Set Up Screen
Enter Edit mode or Sub-menu.
Edit Screen
Accept and save changes made to a current parameter before
exiting edit mode.
RESET Operating Status Screen
Reset any active timers and alarms/faults.
Set Up Screen
No associated action.
Edit Screen
No associated action.

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Key ID Description
RUN/STOP Operating Status Screen
Initiate or cancel a start sequence. (hold for 2 seconds)
Set Up Screen
No associated action in either shutdown mode, or remote
mode on standby. Initiate stop only sequence when held for
two seconds, if equipment is running.
Edit Screen
No associated action.
ARROW UP Operating Status Screen
Scroll up one line. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the first line.
For history screens, scrolls up one history (for example:
shutdown or event).
Set Up Screen
Scroll up one line. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the first line.
Edit Screen
Increase the digit selected by the cursor (from 0 to 9). The
user will not be allowed to increase the selected digit if it
would result in exceeding range limits.
ARROW DOWN Operating Status Screen
Scroll down one line. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the final line.
For history screens, scrolls down one history (i.e. shutdown or
event).
Set Up Screen
Scroll down one line. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the final line.
Edit Screen
Decrease the digit selected by the cursor (from 0 to 9). The
user will not be allowed to decrease the selected digit if it
would result in exceeding range limits.
ARROW LEFT Operating Status Screen
Display previous screen. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the first screen.
Set Up Screen
Display previous screen. This key has no action when in a
sub-menu.
Edit Screen
Move the cursor left one position when a numeric value is
displayed.

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Key ID Description
ARROW RIGHT Operating Status Screen
Display next screen. Automatically repeats if held down
continuously until reaching the final screen.
Set Up Screen
Display next screen. This key has no action when in a sub-
menu.
Edit Screen
Move the cursor right one position when a numeric value is
displayed.
TEST Operating Status Screen
Enter test mode and start test timer. This is not applicable in
shutdown mode.
Set Up Screen
No associated action.
Edit Screen
No associated action.
TIMER “0” Operating Status Screen
Zero displayed timer (global timers, state timers, etc.)
Set Up Screen
No associated action.
Edit Screen
No associated action.

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5.1.2 Display Context
The graphic LCD displays are organized around operating status screens and setup screens.
The actual number of status screens will be related to the total number of end devices
configured for the controller. In either screen set, ten (10) lines are visible at a time; with up
and down arrow characters indicating more lines are available on the page. Also, for both
screen sets, navigation between screens is accomplished by pressing the left or right arrow
keys.

5.1.3 Numeric Entry

The Centurion display allows individual editing of each position of the desired number. This is
accomplished by entering the edit mode and using the UP/DOWN arrow keys (1) to adjust the
number above the blinking cursor (2) between 0 and 9. To edit another position, simply use the
LEFT/RIGHT (3) arrow keys to move the cursor to that position (4) and repeat the edit process
until the desired number is displayed.

In this way, values are “built” rather than “scrolled” through. Some digits may not be allowed to
increase if it would result in exceeding range limits. Values which can be positive or negative
will have a sign (±) to the left of the number. To change the sign value simply move the cursor
to the sign using the LEFT arrow key and “toggle” between + and – using the UP and DOWN
arrow keys. If the range of the value will exceed range limits the sign may not be allowed to

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change. In this case, try reducing the number by decreasing the left most digit by one or more
and attempt to change the sign again.

In some instances, a word rather than a value is represented in the Edit Mode. This works like
the sign value as an ON/OFF or YES/NO prompt where the value is “toggled” between choices
using the UP/DOWN arrow keys. The value is not active in the controller until the ENTER key
has been pressed to send the value to the controller. Pressing the ESC key will discard any
changes and keep the original value prior to entering the Edit Mode.

5.2 Operational Screens

In addition to the set up screens reviewed in the “Setup Screens and Menus” section, the
display offers a number of operational displays. On the Operating Status screens, the two
bottom lines display the state, hours, mode and active timer status. This information is key to
understanding the “status” of the controller.

Mode refers to the Operating Mode of the controller and can be LOCAL or REMOTE.
Depending on the configuration active in the controller, the operation may differ depending on
what Mode the controller is currently displaying.

NOTE: The Mode can be changed by pressing certain keys, if the

configuration allows for REMOTE mode.
Pressing RESET or RUN/STOP is a Local function and will change the
Mode to Local if it is in REMOTE.
Pressing Fn before pressing RESET or RUN/STOP is a REMOTE function
and will change the Mode to REMOTE if it is in LOCAL.

5.2.1 Default Operating Screen

After turning on the power, the user will view the Murphy logo screen for three seconds before
the next screen displays, which is a software-configured default operating screen. The
MConfigPro software allows users to configure up to five screens with controller I/O groupings.
Possible custom screen types that may have been configured as a default operating screen, or
which may be also displayed, include:

a) “Custom Line by Line” allows process data to be displayed in a list format with
description and value.

b) “Custom Gage” allows user to display four (4) most important pieces of data on a 2 x 2
table in larger font.

c) “Custom PID” up to 4 PID screens.

For more information on configuring the optional screens through the MConfigPro software,
please refer to the MConfigPro Installation and Operations Manual.

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5.2.2 Murphy Logo Screen

The Murphy logo is the first screen in the

sequence of display screens and can be
viewed by holding down the left arrow until
scrolling left ceases.

5.2.3 Corporate and Version Information Screen

Following the Murphy Logo screen is the

Murphy corporate contact information which
also lists firmware version information for the
Centurion display, the main I/O module and
the MConfigPro Software.

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5.2.4 Digital Input Status

The user can see the state of each digital

input in a table—whether it is open or closed.

5.2.5 Shutdown History Screen

The history of the last 20 shutdowns is

displayed on this screen, with the most recent
at the top of the list and the oldest at the
bottom.

Each event is displayed with the shutdown

label on one line and the hour meter reading
on the following line. Pressing the up/down
arrows will scroll up/down one shutdown at a
time rather than one line at a time.

The “1/3” at the right end of the top line

means the user is viewing shutdown one of a
total of three stored. The newest shutdown
will always be number one and it will push the
older shutdowns further down the list.

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5.2.6 Shutdown Snapshot

The shutdown snapshot screen is a capture

of the values displayed on the Line-by-Line
custom screen at the time of a Fault SD or
ESD event. These values will be retained
and display on the shutdown snapshot
screen until the next Fault SD or ESD event
occurs. An asterisk displayed instead of a
value indicates the shutdown snapshot has
not captured any data or is not functioning.

NOTE: Only the first Line-by-Line

screen configured will be captured. If
no Line-by-Line custom screen is
configured, the shutdown snapshot will
not function.

5.2.7 Event History Screen

The history of the last 32 events is displayed

on this screen, with the most recent at the top
of the list and the oldest at the bottom.

Events include shutdowns, starts, stops,

resets, etc.

The user easily can view the events (alarms,

etc.) logged before and after a shutdown.

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5.2.8 Active Alarms Screen

All active alarms and warnings will be

displayed on this screen.

If there are more than six active alarms, there

will be up/down arrow icons at the bottom of
the screen and the user can press the
up/down arrow keys to scroll up or down.

Unacknowledged alarms will be preceded by

a musical note character and acknowledged
alarms will have a bar through the staff of the
note.

Pressing ACK on this screen will

acknowledge all active alarms.

A maximum of twenty (20) active alarm will

be displayed.

NOTE: Alarms are warnings based on

setpoints and/or digital inputs which
are separate from shutdowns.

This screen shows the alarm annunciation as

it will appear on a status screen.

The alarm message(s) will overwrite the

bottom line of the active screen area and
then briefly clear once a second. This will
continue until it is acknowledged with the
ACK key, unless it is a self-clearing alarm. If
there is more than one unacknowledged
alarm active, each alarm will be displayed for
one second each until acknowledged. The
ACK key will acknowledge the alarm currently
displayed. Pressing the Fn key followed by
the ACK key will switch to the active alarms
screen.

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5.2.9 Gage Display
This is an example of a custom gage
display. MConfigPro software arranges the
data as needed.

This display provides larger characters for

easier viewing as well as a means to
prominently display items of interest.
Unacknowledged alarms will overwrite the
bottom half of the lower two gage boxes.

The two bottom lines are used to display

the mode, hours, state and active timer
status.

5.2.10 Line-By-Line

This is an example of a custom line-by-line

status screen. The MConfigPro software
arranges the data as needed.

Notice that there are no up/down arrows at

the bottom of the screen because there are
no additional lines to be displayed on this
screen.

This is an example of a custom line-by-line

status screen with more parameters.

If the parameters do not fit in the viewable

area of the screen, up/down arrow icons at
the bottom of the screen can be used to scroll
up or down.

The two bottom lines are used to display the

mode, hours, state and active timer status.

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5.2.11 Custom PID Screen

The user may choose to display any

configured PID functions in this convenient
format. The control output will be displayed
as a percentage of the range.

The bottom two lines are used to display the

mode, hours, state and active timer status.

5.3 Setup Screens and Menus

The setup screens provide access to system parameters. These settings can be modified with
appropriate password access. The two bottom lines in the setup screens display navigation
and command options available such as EDIT, ACCEPT, CANCEL and MORE MENUS.

5.3.1 Password Screen

Some settings are password protected, including the setup screens.

This is the first screen seen when the SETUP/ENTER key is pressed.

The password need only be entered once during any editing session. The password will reset
when the editing session is exited, or is timed-out due to keyboard inactivity.

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The cursor begins at the last digit on the right. The user can adjust the value of each digit with
the up/down arrows while the left/right arrows are used to select the digit to edit.

Passwords are assigned using the MConfigPro software and each digit can range from zero to
nine (except the first digit on the left) for a total range of 00000 to 65535 for the complete
password.

The user will not be allowed to increase the selected digit if it would result in exceeding range
limits.

NOTE: If the Standard password is not zero and a password of all zeroes
is entered, the user will have “view only” access.

Inactivity Timeout: Setup procedures must be started and completed in a timely manner.

NOTE: After 3 minutes without activity, the keypad returns the default
operational screen and a password must be re-entered to return to the
setup and edit menus.

There are three separate levels of passwords

to accommodate several security needs:

“Standard” password – Allows access to

every feature except the super user menu.
Valid standard passwords can be zero or any
number between 100 and 65535. If the
standard password is set to zero, the result is
that anyone can have read/write access to
setup menus.

“Super User” password – Adds the super

user menu to the standard menus. Valid
super user passwords can be in the range of
100 to 65535. The super user password can
not be the same as the standard password
and cannot be set to zero.

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 “Download Only” password – This special
35 jump code allows access to a download
menu and is set to a fixed value of 35. This
allows a configuration to be downloaded in
the event that the current passwords are lost
or no initial configuration has been
downloaded.

5.3.2 Digital Input

For up to 32 configured digital input devices,
the user may edit:
a) Signal Type - Select normally open
(N/O) or normally closed (N/C).
b) Signal Filter - Select None to disable
filter function for the digital input. This
will not disable the digital input for
normal operation.
Select Pulse for lubricator divider
blocks with a proximity switch output.
Select DB to debounce or delay input
detection for unstable inputs such as
surge tank level.
c) Filter Timing - Delay time in seconds
for the selected filter type.
For Pulse, this delay is the transition
time for the lubricator divider block to
cycle.
For DB, this is the duration the digital
input must remain either ON or OFF
before the input will be recognized and
accepted as ON or OFF by the
sequence. If the input does not
remain ON or OFF for the duration of
the delay, the timer will reset.
d) Total Pulses - Total number of pulses
counted when the filter type is set to
Pulse. The value is expressed in
hundreds of pulses; a displayed
reading of 1 is equal to 100 pulses.

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5.3.3 Digital Output

Digital output: For up to 10 configured digital

output devices, the user may select whether
an output is normally open (N/O), or normally
closed (N/C).

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5.3.4 Analog Input

For up to 20 configured analog input

devices, the user may edit:

a) Moving Average Samples. (1, 2, 4).

b) Raw Count Offset to determine the

lowest reading expected from the device.
Typically 147 for 4-20mA or 0 for 0-5VDC

c) Raw Count Span to determine the span

from the lowest to highest reading
expected from the device. Typically 586
for 4-20mA or 1023 for 0-5VDC

d) Minimum to apply the appropriate

minimum engineering scale.
Example: 0 PSI for a 0-100 PSI PXT.

e) Maximum to apply the appropriate

maximum engineering scale.
Example: 100 PSI for a 0-100 PSI PXT.

NOTE: Minimum and Maximum

are used to define the input scaled
in engineering units. Dual scales
are not supported.

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5.3.5 Analog Output

For up to 6 analog output devices, the user

may edit:

a) Raw Count Offset, the lowest reading

expected from the device. Typically set to 0.

b) Raw Count Span to determine the span

from the lowest to highest reading expected
from the device. Typically set to 10000.

c) Minimum to apply the appropriate

engineering scale. In most cases, 0%
addresses a typical application and it is the
Centurion’s default value.

d) Maximum to apply the appropriate

engineering scale. In most cases, 100%
(10000) addresses a typical application and
it is the Centurion’s default value.

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5.3.6 Thermocouple Input

For up to 16 thermocouple devices, the user

may edit:

a) Thermocouple Type. Identify whether

the calibration type should be set to J or
K.

b) Thermocouple Offset. Assign the

thermocouple offset value.

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5.3.7 General Timer Setup

User may edit all general purpose timers.

Generally, global timers affect engine
operation. They also help define an event.

B1: All event types can be associated with,

and locked out by, a Bx timer. B1 is the first
global timer used for delaying an event
condition detection. The timer starts in a
running State (10 – 13) depending on
which timers have been marked “In Use”.
B1 is also known as the “Lockout Timer”,
start bypass or start/run timer.

B2: The second global timer used for

delaying event condition detection. B2 is
also known as a secondary “Lockout
Timer.”

NOTE: The Bx timers start after the

Start key has been pressed and the
controller has reached a "Running"
state. States 10-13 are the
"Running" states.

C: The delay allowing a clear reading

before beginning testing for the arming of
Class C events. The default and typical
time for most applications is 2 seconds.

S: Users have up to five (5) options to

assign additional special global timers to
signals. The Sx timers begin concurrently
with the Bx timers.

No Flow: The global delay used for

delaying the triggering of a no flow event.
This global no flow timer is enabled after
B1 expires, and begins timing after any of
the pulse transition times configured in the
digital input dialog expires.

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 Test: Time given to allow for maintenance
testing of end devices without triggering a
fault or shutdown condition. The timer
initiates when switched to test mode.

Ignition Off Delay: Time delay before the

assigned ignition output turns off. This is
typically used to burn remaining fuel vapors
after the fuel valve is turned off.

Ignition On Delay: Time delay before the

assigned ignition output turns on. This is
typically used to delay ignition until engine
has started cranking (also known as a
purge delay).

Fuel On Delay: Time delay before the

assigned fuel valve output is turned on.
This is typically used to delay fuel until
ignition has been turned on.

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5.3.8 Maintenance Timer Setup

The user may access and edit the ten (10)

maintenance settings for timer duration.

The user may also access and reset all

timer duration and time remaining settings.
All maintenance timer units are in hours.

NOTE: While these are configured

through MConfigPro, they must be
manually initiated, or restarted, in
Centurion display.

To initiate or reset timers, position cursor on

TIME REMAINING and press the reset key.

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5.3.9 Setpoints Setup
User can edit any of the 128 setpoints that are configured.

Setpoints further configure variable input types such as MPU, analog, or thermocouples by
defining a threshold, exception or any other out-of-limit event that may require action. Multiple
setpoints are often applied to a process and they may be configured as often as needed to
meet changing conditions.
Common alarm and shutdown setpoints a user might have configured include:
• High shutdown (High-High)
• High warning (High)
• Open warning (Open or Fail)
• Low warning (Low)
• Low shutdown (Low-Low)

To edit a configured setpoint:

a) Assign numeric threshold that if crossed,

triggers the setpoint.

b) Adjust the sign of the threshold value as

plus (+) or minus (-) by moving the cursor to
the sign symbol position and use the up and
down keys to toggle the sign.

For more on setpoints, please refer to the

MConfigPro Installation and Operations
Manual.

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5.3.10 Control Output Setup
The Centurion controller allows users to define up to eight (8) outputs to augment control not
otherwise defined by digital output assignments.

The Centurion can be configured through MConfigPro software to define an analog output, a
digital output, a single pulsed digital output, or two pulsed digital outputs.

NOTE: Control outputs 1 through 4, are directly related to PID calculation

loops and are further defined in the PID dialog screens described in the
PID Setup section. For example, PID 1 is assigned its control from control
output 1, PID 2 from control output 2, and so on.

If the configured output is a pulsed cycle, the

user may edit those behaviors by assigning
values the following:

a) Increase Max On Time. Set limit of

maximum on-time for Increase pulses.

b) Increase Off Time. Set fixed off-time for

Increase pulses.

c) Increase Changeover On Time. Set fixed

on-time for single pulse on direction change
for Increase.

d) Increase Changeover Off Time. Set fixed

off-time for single pulse on direction change
for increase.

e) Decrease Max On Time. Set limit of

maximum on-time for decrease pulses.

f) Decrease Off Time. Set fixed off-time for

decrease pulses.

g) Decrease Changeover On Time. Set

fixed on-time for single pulse on direction
change for decrease.

h) Decrease Changeover Off Time. Set

fixed off-time for single pulse on direction
change for decrease.

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5.3.11 Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) Setup
Users may view and edit up to four (4) MConfigPro software configured PID calculation loops.
A PID provides a constant feedback loop, in which the PID can correct for a measured process
variable against a desired set point, output the corrective action to the process and wait for and
recalculate the next measurement.
The ultimate goal of the PID is to reduce the error to zero while maintaining the control setpoint
(e.g. speed, load, pressure).
NOTE: During the time a PID is enabled, the PID always overrides control
output settings found in the states dialog. PID 1 assumes control of control
output 1, PID 2 assumes control of control output 2, and so on.

To view and edit PID settings:

a) Setpoint: Assign the desired goal—the

target feedback base value.

b) DeadBand: Assign a value around the

setpoint during which the PID will not
calculate error or take action.

c) Ramp Time: Assign a time interval for the

PID to calculate error.

d) Max % of Change: Assign a percentage

rate of change of the output, greater than
which may cause harm to the system.

e) Minimum Output: Assign a percentage

as minimum output. Typically 0 (zero).

f) Maximum Output: Assign a percentage

as maximum output. Typically 10000
(100.00%)

g) Proportional: Assign a constant value for

the proportional coefficient of the PID loop
calculation that causes a portion of the output
to be a fixed amount proportional to the size
of the error.

h) Integral: Assign a value for the integral

coefficient of the PID loop calculation that
causes a portion of the calculated output to
change with accumulated error over time.

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 i) Derivative: Assign a constant value for the
derivative coefficient of the PID loop
calculation that causes a portion of the
calculated output to change with the change
in the size of error versus time.

j) OverRide Ramp Time: Assign a time

interval value to wait before making the next
override adjustment.

NOTE: Override settings are only

used when there is a configuration
for overriding the primary PID control
loop with another process variable.

k) OverRide Ramp Amount: Determine the

increments in a given direction (positive or
negative) that the primary setpoint should be
altered to regain balanced processes. In the
example of the discharge and suction
pressure application, this value would
indicate how much the PID should resist its
goal in reaching the setpoint.

l) OverRide Max Change: Assign a

maximum allowed change. This represents
the total amount of change allowed into or out
of the ramp amount from the setpoint. The
maximum change value should be large
enough to effect change.

For more on PID, please refer to the

MConfigPro Installation and Operations
Manual.

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5.3.12 Initial RPM Setup

Assign values for:

a) Warmup RPM.
b) Wait to Load RPM.
c) Run Loaded RPM.
d) Cooldown RPM.

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5.3.13 Miscellaneous Setup
User can access and edit the miscellaneous
settings.

a) Crank Attempts (1-99): Define a value

for number of crank attempts after which an
over-crank sequence will be triggered in the
event logic.

b) Port 1 Slave Address (1-255): Provide

the value for the Modbus address for port 1.
The factory default is 1.

c) Port 1 Mode: Select communication port

1 as RS232, or RS485.

d) Port 1 Reply Delay (0-32767): To ensure

sufficient time for the Modbus reply, assign
appropriate time value for delay Modbus
reply port 1. Typically set to 18. This setting
only applies to Port Mode RS485.

e) Port 1 Baud Rate: Select appropriate

transmission baud rate (9600; 19200; 38400;
57600; 115200)

f) Port 2 Mode: Select communication port

2 as RS232, or RS485.

g) Port 2 Reply Delay (0-32767): To ensure

sufficient time for the Modbus reply, assign
appropriate time value for delay Modbus
reply port 2. Typically set to 18. This setting
only applies to Port Mode RS485.

h) Port 2 Baud Rate: Select appropriate

transmission baud rate (9600; 19200; 38400;
57600; 115200)

NOTE: All ports use:

-Parity: NONE
-Data Bits: 8
-Stop Bits: 1

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 i) Flywheel Teeth: Define a value for
flywheel teeth (Pulses Per Revolution) used
to calculate RPM.

WARNING: The following cold

temperature offset values should only
be adjusted by personnel with a full
working knowledge of the Centurion in
conjunction with calibrated reference
equipment.

j) Core Cold Temp Offset: Enter a non-

zero value for core temperature adjustment
(in tenths) to adjust the temperature
readings for all thermocouple inputs on the
main I/O module (C3-1). Entering a non-zero
value will adjust the cold junction
compensation reading used to calculate
temperature.

k) Exp Cold Temp Offset: Enter a non-zero

value for expansion board temperature
adjustment (in tenths) to adjust the
temperature readings for all thermocouple
inputs on expansion I/O (C3-2). Entering a
non-zero value will adjust the cold junction
compensation reading used to calculate
temperature.

l) Hour Meter: The user may make hour

meter adjustments. The range is 0 – 65535
hours.

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5.3.14 Pulse Input Status

Pulsed inputs are designed to accept a

cycling digital output from a lubricator divider
block; typically from a general purpose
proximity switch.

The user may view information about the

pulsed inputs. If a digital input is designated
for use as a pulsed input, it will display how
much time elapsed before the last transition,
and how much time has elapsed since that
transition. If the input is not designated as a
pulsed input, there will be zeros displayed.
Both have a maximum value of 999.

5.3.15 Super User Menu

The super user menu will only be visible if the
super user password has been entered.

a) Com Fail Disable: Set to Yes to prevent

the Com Fail message from appearing when
communication is lost or cannot be
established.

b) Setup T/O Disable: Set to Yes to prevent

automatic logout from the Setup menus when
no keys are pressed for the timeout period.

c) Config Fail Disable: Set to Yes to prevent

the Invalid Configuration screen from
appearing when the display and controller
configurations do not match.

NOTE: Settings a thru c are for

troubleshooting purposes and are not
retained on power cycle.

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 d) Reset Fault History: Set to Yes to clear
the Shutdown History screen.

e) Reset Event History: Set to Yes to clear

the Event History screen.

NOTE: The Reset History commands

do not permanently switch to Yes when
entered, but instead toggle back to No
after sending the command to the
controller.

Also, the message “HISTORY

CLEARED” will be displayed until
another key is pressed.

f) Restore Defaults: Set to Yes to overwrite

all settings changed through the display to the
original configuration settings from the last
download.

NOTE: The Restore Defaults

command does not permanently
switch to Yes when entered, but
instead toggles back to No after
sending the command to the
controller.

Also, the message “DEFAULTS

RESTORED” will be displayed until
another key is pressed.

g) Standard Password: Set to Yes to enter

the Standard User Password edit screen. The
current password is displayed and can be
changed.

h) Superuser Password: Set to Yes to enter

the Superuser Password edit screen. The
current password is displayed and can be
changed.

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 NOTE: The Password commands do
not permanently switch to Yes when
entered, but instead toggle back to
No after returning from the Password
view/edit menu.

The P1 and P2 signify communication port 1

and communication port 2 and are for setting
up the RS485 interfaces on the display’s
serial ports.

i) & k) PU/PD designates internal pull-up and

pull-down resistors. These can be connected
or disconnected by these settings.

j) & l) TERMINATION designates internal

terminating resistors. These can be
connected or disconnected by these settings.

NOTE: By default, both PU/PD and

TERMINATION settings are set to
YES for both Port 1 and Port 2 to
enable these features for RS485.

m) P1 Config Download

n) P2 Config Download

o) USB Config Download

p) Firmware Download

NOTE: Items m thru p

communication port functions are
also available for the configuration
download menu. Refer to the section
“Downloading Configurations to the
Display” for details on download
functions.

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5.3.16 Configuration Download
This menu allows for download only and can
be accessed through the special jump code
35.

It is the only screen available by entering the

password 35.

New configurations can be downloaded to the

display by selecting the desired connection.
(Com 1 Config Download, COM 2 Config
Download, and USB Config Download)
After enabling the download, download
progress is indicated on the left side of the
edit box as a percentage complete. After
selecting Yes for download, and until No is
selected after download is complete, only the
enter key will be active.

See the “Operational Screens” section for

further details about downloading
configurations.

a) Com 1 Config Download: Selecting Yes

initiates configuration download through
communication port 1.

b) Com2 Config Download: Selecting Yes

initiates configuration download through
communication port 2.

c) USB Config Download: Selecting Yes

initiates configuration download through USB
port.

d) Firmware Download: Selecting Yes

initiates firmware download. This feature only
supports USB download. The USB cable
must be plugged into the USB port and
connected to a pc before activating this
selection. A firmware update mode screen
will remain until the unit has been reset by
remote command or a power cycle.
See section “Downloading Firmware Updates
to the display” for downloading new firmware.

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5.3.17 Display Board Status

The user may view diagnostic information

that reflects the operating conditions of the
display only.

a) Battery Volts - Indicates internal voltage

measurement of display VDC input.
b) Board Current - Indicates internal power
measurement of display. Typical current
measured at 24VDC is .04A or 40
milliamperes.
NOTE: This value is higher when
ambient temperature is below -10F.
During this time the LCD heater will
be active and consuming more
power.

c) Temperature - Indicates internal

temperature measurement of display. This is
used primarily to monitor ambient
temperature to operate LCD heater.
d) Heater PWM % - Refers to the LCD
heater which only operates in cold
temperature conditions.
e) Reset Source - Indicates the cause of the
last reset. Possible causes include external
reset, power-up, brown-out and watch dog.

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5.3.18 Digital Output Status

For each of the devices configured as “In

Use” by MConfigPro, the user can see the
state of each output and has the ability to
force an output for the purpose of testing. A
force is associated with a timeout so that it
will be automatically cancelled when
returning to normal operation. Each force
operation resets the timeout to 5 minutes.
The force timer expires after 5 minutes if no
other forces are activated or when the user
navigates away from the digital output status
screen.

The Force timer is shown in the bottom right

corner of the digital output status screen
when forces have been activated.

5.3.19 Analog Input Status

The user can view the raw counts of the
analog inputs for troubleshooting.

NOTE: These values are used to

establish the offset and span
settings.

Typical approximate raw readings for

4-20mA input:
4mA = 147
20mA = 733

The Span (16mA) is 586, therefore:

8mA = 293
12mA = 439
16mA = 585

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5.3.20 Analog Output Status
The user can see the state of each output,
and if in test mode, has the ability to force
an output for the purpose of testing.

To force the output, enter a value from

0.00% = 4mA to 100.00%.= 20mA

Any value in between will output a portion

of the 16mA span proportional to the
percent value.

Analog outputs under the control of PID or

other control output settings cannot be
forced. To force a PID controlled output,
place the PID in manual mode and
operate the manual output value.

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5.3.21 Thermocouple Status

The user may view the raw counts of the

thermocouple inputs for troubleshooting.

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5.3.22 Communication Status

Users may view the statistics for both of the

display unit serial ports, including Modbus
requests and responses.

a) P1 Receive Count

b) P1 Transmit Count

c) P1 Frame Errors

d) P1 HW Overruns

e) P2 SW Overruns

f) P2 Receive Count

g) P2 Transmit Count

h) P2 Frame Errors

i) P2 HW Overruns

j) P2 SW Overruns

k) Modbus Requests

l) Modbus Responses

m) Modbus Exceptions

n) Modbus Invalid Response

o) Modbus No Response

p) Clear Statistics

q) Modbus Register

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5.3.23 PID Diagnostics

For each of four (4) possible configured PIDs,

user may edit:

a) Display PID Bar Graph: Monitors the

results of modifying the PID components.

b) Proportional: Edit the proportional

coefficient value.

c) Integral: Edit the integral coefficient value.

d) Derivative: Edit the derivative coefficient

value.

e) Auto/Manual: Setting to manual mode

allows the corresponding Set Output value to
be adjusted.

f) Set Output (Manual): In manual mode

allows adjustment from 000.00 to 100.00.
The output will correspond to the control
output associated with the PID.

g) Reference Line Select: Setting to select

the display value that will appear on the line
above the separator line and below the PID
name.

This setting is useful for showing the process

value of a different analog, thermocouple, or
speed input that may be effected by changes
to the PID output.

Select from available analog, thermocouple,

or speed inputs or None to disable the
Reference Line Select feature.

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5.4 Additional Navigational Aids
5.4.1 Function Key

Pressing the function (Fn) key from any

screen will display a dialog box on the
bottom half of the screen. All available
function key commands will be displayed
there. The user can then press a single key
for the available commands.

In this case, the user can select from a

help screen, the alarms screen or issue a
remote mode command. If the Fn key is not
followed by another key press in five
seconds, function mode will time out and
the dialog box is replaced with the previous
screen.

NOTE: In all cases the Fn key options will

be context sensitive. Some options will only
be available from certain screens or under
certain conditions.

5.4.2 Help Key

This is the help screen the user will see by

pressing the HOME key from the Fn dialog
box or by pressing the Fn key followed by
the HOME key from a normal screen.

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6 Communications
6.1 Communication Ports
6.1.1 Port 1 (SERIAL)
Port 1 is intended as the primary port for the local device, the display, and should be utilized
for display in order for the boot loader mode to properly execute in pass-through mode.

Interface: Refer to the sequence of operations to determine how the communication port has
been configured.

Protocol: Modbus RTU (slave)

Connection: There are three (3) screw terminal connectors for RS485. These are identified as
A, B, and SHD.

There are three (3) screw terminal connectors for RS232. These are identified as RX, TX, and
DTR.

SHD is common for both ports.

6.1.2 Port 2 (SERIAL)

Interface: Refer to the sequence of operations to determine how the communication port has
been configured.

Protocol: Modbus RTU (slave), Proprietary (binary)

Connection: There are three (3) screw terminal connectors for RS485. These are identified as
A, B, and SHD.

There are three (3) screw terminal connectors for RS232. These are identified as RX, TX, and
DTR.

SHD is common for both ports.

Modbus RTU Slave Address Configuration: The operator may assign a unique Modbus
address to each controller (slave) unit that may be in the system. This allows the master
controller to differentiate between the modules. For example, to name the controller address
21, place the shunts on LK1, LK4, and LK16 (1 + 4 +16 = 21). Typically, this configuration is
set to (1) by the factory.

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6.1.3 Port 2 (USB)
Interface: USB 1.1 compliant port capable of emulating RS232 communications via royalty-
free pc driver.

Protocol/Services: Modbus RTU (slave), Proprietary (binary)

Connection: There is a USB type B connector.

Automatic selection of USB is provided when a signal is detected on the USB type B
connector. Connections for RS485 and RS232 will not be enabled on port 2 when USB is
connected.

6.1.4 Port 3 (CAN)

Protocol/Services: Proprietary (binary)

Connection: There are three (3) screw terminal connectors for CAN. These are identified as
HI, LOW, and SHD.

On Main I/O Module

Located next to the USB connector is the CAN OK (COP). When in the boot loader the COP
LED does not flash.

When the program is running properly the COP LED will flash on and off every 0.5 seconds. If
the checksum in the configuration file does not match the calculated checksum of the file, then
the program will flash the COP LED 3 times at 0.5 second intervals and then stay off for 1.5
seconds.

On the Expansion I/O Module

When the program is running properly the COP LED will flash on and off every 0.5 seconds.

6.2 Downloading Configurations and Firmware Updates

The Centurion controller and display are configured and upgradeable through software
transfers using a PC or laptop computer.

Configurations provide the necessary instructions to the controller and display and install
default parameters that can be adjusted through the display or Modbus RTU.

Firmware defines the available features that can be configured in the controller and display
using the MConfigPro software.

Since no chips are used to change the behavior of the equipment, Murphy can provide future
enhancements and support changes to process requirement for customers using a simple
email.

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6.2.1 Boot Loader
It is necessary for the Centurion controller to enter boot loader mode in order to receive
downloads for a firmware update, and configurations from MConfigPro. During boot loader
mode the Centurion is able to receive configuration updates from the MConfigPro software and
transmit configuration updates to display through pass-through.

Communications will operate according to default state parameters for configuration transfers.
During boot loader mode, the transfer rate is 9600, N, 8, 1 and assumes a serial
communication port setting of RS485 or a USB connection.

The controller recognizes whether the incoming data is for a configuration, or firmware update.

In order for the Centurion configurable controller to enter boot loader mode, the address
jumpers are removed during power up (power cycled). The display and third party HMI devices
will not receive a response to polls on port 1 while the boot loader is active.

Power on the Centurion must be cycled with the jumper installed to resume normal operation,
or run mode. See section “Port 2 (Serial)” in the Controller Communication Ports chapter for
more details on address jumpers.

6.2.2 Pass-through
During boot loader, the Centurion controller allows users to remain connected to both the PC
and the display and update the two devices with a single connection.

The Centurion controller accepts the message through one port (port 2) and passes it through
another port (port 1) directly to the display, as if the pc and display were directly connected.

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6.2.3 Downloading Configurations to the Display
All configuration downloads will use a baud
rate of 9600. The com 1 selection will use the
hardware setup of the current configuration.
The com 2 selection is a fixed hardware
setup for RS485. Selecting USB for
configuration download connects the USB
adapter to com 2 internally.

All normal communication with the controller

is stopped while in download mode.

The display will indicate the transfer is

complete by displaying 100%.

Special 35 Jump Code

In the case that no configuration has been

downloaded, or a password has been lost,
the display allows a “Download Only”
password that will allow access to the
download menu.

The password is set to a fixed value of 35.

6.2.4 Downloading Configurations via MConfigPro Software

The Centurion controller allows the user to easily download a configuration through the
MConfigPro software.

1. Connect your PC to the controller using either the RS485 or USB connection on Port 2.
For USB, a PC device driver must be installed. Upon initial connection to the WellPro, a
new Com Port will be activated on the PC device manager. Take note of the new Com
Port assignment to be used for all future communications with the WellPro.

2. Remove address jumpers from the controller located near the USB connector and cycle
power to the controller. Take note of the original location of the jumpers to re-install
them correctly after download.

3. Click on the Transfer menu, and then choose Configurations.

4. Select the configuration file supplied by FW Murphy from dialog and click Open. You
may need to change the selection for Files of Type to find the file type you wish to
download. In most cases, this will be *.MCP, however, other file types are available for
specific configuration types.

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 5. After selecting the configuration file, the next dialog will provide a choice for the target
device and PC Com Port to transfer the data. Choose the appropriate Com Port and
controller as the target device and click next.

6. Click Begin Transfer from the dialog box that appears and the transfer will begin. When
the Status message displays Transmitting 148 lines, the connection has been establish
and should be providing a progress bar.

7. While the transfer is in progress, the display can be setup to accept the new
configuration.

8. From the display keypad, press SETUP and enter password 00035 and press ENTER..

9. The display will show the CONFIGURATION DOWNLOAD screen. Make sure the
cursor is positioned on the line COM 1 CONFIG DOWNLOAD and press ENTER.

10. Change the NO to YES in the edit line at the bottom of the screen using the UP
ARROW key and press ENTER. The display is now ready to accept a download..

11. At this step, wait for the controller download to complete and click close on the
MTransfer dialog.

12. Repeat steps 3 - 6 choosing the display as the target device in Step 5.

13. Click Begin Transfer from the dialog box that appears and the transfer will begin. When
the Status message displays Transmitting 655 lines, the connection has been establish
and should be providing a progress bar.

14. Once the transfer is complete click Close on the dialog and replace the address jumpers
on the controller.

15. Cycle power on the controller and display and the new configuration will be loaded and
running.

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6.2.5 Downloading Firmware Updates to the Display
Firmware updates for the display require a
USB connection. While boot loader mode for
the display is not required for configuration
downloads, it is required for firmware
updates.

The boot loader can be entered by menu

selection if the USB cable is currently
connected, otherwise the display will reset
and restart the current application firmware.
Optionally, the boot loader can be entered by
connecting the USB cable and cycling power.
(This method will leave the display blank
while in the boot loader.)

Upon entry to the boot loader, all

communication from the display to the
controller will stop. There is a red status LED
below the USB connector that will blink three
times and then remain on while the boot
loader is active.

While a file is being transferred, the com 2

transmit LED will be lit continuously. A
successful download should complete in
approximately five minutes.

Special 35 Jump Code

The Centurion display allows a “Download

Only” password that will allow access to the
download menu. The password is set to a
fixed value of 35. Once at the “Download
Only” screen on the display, the user will
select to download a firmware update.
Super User Menu
The super user menu is used to download
firmware updates.

All normal communication with the controller

is stopped while in download mode.

The display will indicate the transfer is

complete by displaying 100%.

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6.2.6 Error Messages
On occasion an invalid configuration error might display because the configuration between
the Centurion controller and its devices are out of synch -- the checksums do not match. The
invalid configuration screen will appear briefly after downloading configurations until
comparisons are made.

The user may direct the error message to be ignored through a setting at the super user menu.
At “CONFIG FAIL DISABLE”, the user would select Yes to ignore the data mismatch.

This setting is temporary. Once power is cycled-on, the error message will continue until
comparisons between the devices yield no configuration mismatch.

Two options are available for synchronizing data when fine-tuning changes are made in the
field. They are:

• A super user could choose to also download the configuration from the super user
menu on display.
• A user without access to the super user menu could activate the download
through the special jump code 35.

This screen indicates that the controller is not

responding to poll requests. There are only
two ways to exit this screen, either by normal
responses resuming or if the SETUP/ENTER
key is pressed.

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 This screen will be displayed when a
configuration fault is detected.

Possible sources of the fault include a corrupt

or missing configuration in the display, a
corrupt or missing configuration in the
controller or a mismatch of configurations in
the display and controller.

This screen will appear briefly after

configuration downloads and may appear
briefly after initial communication is
established until comparisons are complete.

The fault can be resolved by downloading the

proper configuration to one or both devices

NOTE: This error message does not always

indicate a problem, but may only signify that
initial comparisons between devices do not
match.

6.3 Modbus™ RTU Protocol

The Centurion configurable controller was programmed with the Modbus protocol which is a
system based on a “master” and “slave” relationship. With Modbus protocol, the master and
slave are able to continue to communicate with each other through defined messages over a
variety of network types. The master initiates the queries or commands, and the slave
responds to the query with a message or takes action based on the query.

In this case, the master is either MConfigPro (or another Modbus client software), or display,
but never both simultaneously as there can only ever be a single Modbus master.

The Centurion system communicates through Modbus using remote terminal unit (RTU)
transmission mode to maximize data processing.

As with all numeric data defined within Modbus, the programming is limited to accepting
integers (whole numbers only, no decimals). This is important whenever a decimal point is
defined for analog inputs.

For example, for the controller to properly read “100.0” with an implied decimal point of 1, the
user would need to enter “1000” and 1000 would be stored in the appropriate Modbus register.
From the display, the value will be represented with a decimal in the fixed position.

For additional information, please refer to the “MConfigPro Configuration Software Installation
and Operations Manual”.

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6.4 Transferring Data in Modbus
Note that text visible in the MConfigPro software and on the display is not stored in the
Centurion controller. Except for the version description in the version and security dialog for
each configuration file, descriptions assigned in the configuration are not stored in the
Centurion controller. Descriptions for various I/O and processes are downloaded to the display
and reside as a configuration in that device only. Configurations of the display are one way
only.

Parameter changes made in the display are actually communicated to the Centurion controller
where the logic resides. No changes made through the display affect the display configuration
as the display merely reads from, and writes to the Centurion main I/O module. As such, the
display can write numeric parameters to the controller.

6.5 Modbus Register Address Listings

For a complete Modbus address map, please refer to the Centurion Modbus reference
document.

7 Replacement Parts and Assemblies

C3-1 Plug Kit (00000504) Printed replacement terminal plugs for Centurion Main I/O
module
C3-2 Plug Kit (00000505) Printed replacement terminal plugs for Centurion Expansion I/O
module
C3-3 Plug Kit (00000543) Printed replacement terminal plugs for Centurion display
module
Choke (50000774) Ignition noise (choke) filter

8 Accessories
8.1 Configuration Software
8.1.1 MConfigPro
MConfigPro is the configuration software for modifying sequence of operation, set points,
timers, faults, and displays* for Centurion. Includes file transfer utilities for configuration and
firmware upgrades.

CD, MConfigPro (50-70-0989) MConfigPro configuration software.

*Display configuration and other settings for display are only for use with the display Module.

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9 Glossary
Analog Input Terminals 18 to 29 are analog inputs on the Centurion Main I/O
module. Accepts voltage signals within the range of (0 to 5) VDC or (4
to 20) mA and are compared to controller set points and/or displayed.

Boot Loader Means by which the Centurion controller communicates with display
and MConfigPro to receive and transfer new or updated configurations
and firmware; and ensure data and configuration synchronization.

Controller Setpoints User defines normal operating range for the controller to optimize the
equipment. Setpoints can also define some other threshold, exception
or event that may require action. Multiple setpoints are often applied
to a process and they may be manipulated as needed to meet
changing conditions.

DeadBand The user set range at which input may fluctuate without the controller
taking any action. The range may be fixed or variable.

Digital Input Terminals 30 to 61 are the digital input channels. User selects whether
digital input is normally open (N/O), or normally closed (N/C). Users
may also associate these inputs with transition times for indicating no-
flow conditions on divider blocks.

Event Defines the action required by the controller in response to any

number of parameters. Event actions range from simple alarm
message to emergency shutdown (ESD).

No-flow Designed to protect against compressor or engine failures, the

controller monitors the cycle time of lubrication system cycles and if
that cycle time falls under a user assigned value, the controller will
activate a defined associated action such as an alarm or shutdown.

Offset User defined value to correct for known variance in the raw data.

Panel Ready In states, the first logical step in start up.

Permissive A process condition, (digital input or analog setpoint), that must be met
in order for the sequence to proceed to the next state.

Signal An electrical quantity of voltage or current that is used to represent or

signify some other physical quantity such as the state of a switch
(ON/OFF) or the status of a device (SHUTDOWN/OK)

Span The difference between the full scale output and the offset as raw data.

Start Delay A time delay function to prevent premature start up.

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State Predefined step of multiple logical steps (or states) needed to
successfully start and operate a compressor.

Terminal Emulator Allows a user to modify the firmware to allow upload or download of a
record to either the display or the controller. Always download a
configuration after a firmware change.

Thermocouple A device for measuring temperature consisting of two dissimilar metals

of high purity for an accurate temperature/voltage relationship. User
defines whether the calibration is J or K. Terminals 1 to 17 are for
thermocouple inputs.

Type J uses Red (-) and White (+) insulation.

Type K uses Red (-) and Yellow (+) insulation.

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10 Appendices
10.1 Back Panel LED Description
There are a total of seven (7) LED indicators on the back panel, labeled as follows:

10.1.1 (Port 1)
TX – Turned on while port 1 is transmitting data.

RX – Turned on while port 1 is receiving data.

10.1.2 (Port 2)
TX – Turned on while port 2 is transmitting data.

RX – Turned on while port 2 is receiving data.

10.1.3 USB LINK

Turns on while there is a USB connection to a computer.

10.1.4 STAT 1
Turns on for one half second and then turns off for one half second, repeating as long as there
is a valid configuration running.

NOTE: This indicator is not active while the boot loader is running.

10.1.5 STAT 2
This LED is only active while the boot loader is running. It flashes briefly three times when the
boot loader starts up and then stays on until leaving the boot loader.

10.2 Controller Accuracies, and Tolerances

Refer to the Centurion Configurable Controller Specification Sheet for a detailed breakdown of
specifications.

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10.3 Restrictions on Numeric Values in Gage and PID Monitor Screens
Due to a combination of the limited space and the spirit of the design objectives, there are
certain restrictions imposed upon the formatted size of numbers in display screens.

• Positive numbers with no decimals can be displayed with up to four digits.

• Negative numbers are limited to three digits.
• Numbers of either sign with a decimal place are limited to three digits.
• Numbers with more than two decimal places will not be displayed at all, but will be
replaced with dashes.
If a number with decimals is larger than the imposed limits, the display algorithm will attempt to
adjust the precision so as to display as many of the most significant digits as possible.

10.4 Set Up Sheet

Refer to The Centurion Configuration Worksheet for a detailed workbook to document field
changes to configuration parameters.

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MURPHY, the Murphy logo, Centurion™ and MConfigPro™ are registered and/or common law trademarks of
Murphy Industries, Inc. This document, including textual matter and illustrations, is copyright protected by Murphy
Industries, Inc., with all rights reserved. (c) 2006 Murphy Industries, Inc. Other third party product or trade names
referenced herein are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

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 CENTURION DISPLAY SCREEN MAP NAVIGATION
Use left and right arrow keys to move between top level screens.

OPERATIONAL
SCREENS

VERSION DIGITAL SHUTDOWN SHUTDOWN EVENT ACTIVE CUSTOM CUSTOM CUSTOM CUSTOM
LOGO
INFORMATION STATUS HISTORY SNAPSHOT HISTORY ALARMS 1 2 ... 5

CUSTOM SCREENS
Up to 5 custom screens can be configured using MConfig Pro.
Screens can be arranged in any order. However, all custom screens will appear after the ACTIVE ALARMS screen.

PASSWORD ENTRY
0 (zero) = Read ONLY access to the Setup Screens.
35 = Download ONLY FN HELP
PASSWORD
MENU SCREEN
Passwords for “Standard” and “Super User” are configured using
MConfig Pro. Refer to 00-02-0590 pg. 25 for additional
information on password functionality. NAVIGATION
Use left and right arrow keys to move between top level screens.
SCREENS

SETPOINTS
SETUP

1-16 PULSE
GENERAL STATE MAINTENANCE INITIAL CONTROL DIGITAL DIGITAL
17-32 PID MISCELLANEOUS INPUT
TIMERS TIMERS TIMERS RPM OUTPUTS INPUTS OUTPUTS
33-48 STATUS
…...

SETPOINT MAINTENANCE CONTROL DIGITAL

PID #
###-### TIMER # OUTPUT # INPUT #
SUBMENU
SUBMENU SUBMENU SUBMENU SUBMENU

NAVIGATION
Use left and right arrow keys to move between top level screens.
SCREENS
continued...
SETUP

SUPER DISPLAY DIGITAL ANALOG ANALOG PID

ANALOG ANALOG THERMOCOUPLE COMMUNICATION
THERMOCOUPLES USER BOARD OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT DIAGNOSTICS
INPUTS OUTPUTS STATUS STATUS
MENU STATUS STATUS STATUS STATUS

ANALOG ANALOG THERMOCOUPLE

PID #
INPUT # OUTPUT # #
OPTIONS
SUBMENU SUBMENU SUBMENU

NAVIGATION
Use left and right arrow keys to move between top level screens.

HOME
Up to 5 custom screens can be configured using MConfig Pro.

One custom screen is configured as the default or “HOME”

screen. While viewing the OPERATIONAL SCREENS, pressing
the HOME key will jump from the currently displayed screen to the
configured default screen.

NAVIGATION This function is not available in SETUP SCREENS. However,

Look for cues on screens to indicate pressing this key on any multi-line display when the first line is not
what navigation is possible. being displayed will jump to the top or “HOME” line on that
screen.