The DCL series actuators support the Modbus-RTU protocol. By referring to this application manual, you can connect the DCL actuator to Modbus.

Panel Description

 

1. インターフェース定義

  • P1: 220VAC Neutral (N)

  • P2: 220VAC Live (L)

  • P3: 4-20mA Input –

  • P4: 4-20mA Input +

  • P5: 4-20mA Output –

  • P6: 4-20mA Output +

  • P7: RS485 A

  • P8: RS485 B

2. Buttons

  • オープンだ: In “Setup Mode” (when switch SA points to “2”), pressing this key opens the actuator, and releasing it stops the motor. Pressing セット そして オープン simultaneously is used for full-open position calibration.

  • シャットだ: In “Setup Mode,” pressing this key closes the actuator, and releasing it stops the motor. Pressing セット そして シャット simultaneously is used for full-close position calibration.

  • セット: Used in combination with オープン そして シャット in “Setup Mode” to perform specific functions.

3. Selector Switch

  • SA: Selects the input signal’s direct/reverse action mode and setup state. It must be set while powered on for it to be effective. Factory default is 1:

    • 1 – Direct Action

    • 2 – Setup Mode

    • 3 – Reverse Action

  • SB: Sets the safety position. When an external control signal is lost, the actuator moves to the specified position. Factory default is 2:

    • 1 – Move to Full Open

    • 2 – Hold Current Position

    • 3 – Move to Full Close

    注: When using Modbus control, SB must be set to position 2.

4. Deadband Value Adjustment Potentiometer

  • Adjusts the deadband value. Turning clockwise increases the deadband; counterclockwise decreases it. The range is 0.5% – 5.0% (factory default is 1.5%).

5. Indicator Lights

  • L1(緑): Power Indicator – Lights up when power is supplied.

  • L2(赤): Input Signal Failure Indicator – Lights up when input signal fails.

  • L3(レッド): Position Detection Failure Indicator – Lights up if the position potentiometer is open, shorted, or damaged.

  • L4(レッド): Jamming Failure Indicator – Lights up when jamming occurs.

 

設定

To enter “Setup Mode,” set SA 位置 2. This mode allows for:

  • 旅行時のキャリブレーション

  • Input signal failure handling

  • Deadband value adjustment

  • Manual operation

  • 出力電流校正

1. Setting End-position

  • Setting End-position of Close: Adjust the valve to the end-position of close using オープン and/or シャット buttons. Press セット, then シャット, and hold both for about 4秒 まで L2 lights up, then release both buttons. L2 turns off, indicating setting completion.

  • Setting End-position of Open: Adjust the valve to the end-position of open  using オープン and/or シャット buttons. Press セット, then オープン, and hold both for about 4秒 まで L2 lights up, then release both buttons. L2 turns off, indicating setting completion.

2. Setting Modbus Address

  • The Modbus communication address and baud rate can be modified via Modbus commands.

  • Factory default address: 1

  • Factory default baud rate: 9600

3. Deadband Value Adjustment

  • Turning the potentiometer 時計回り increases the deadband.

  • Turning it 反時計回り decreases the deadband.

  • Each tick mark corresponds to a 0.5% change.

  • If set below 0.5%, it is automatically processed as 0.5%.

  • Setup Mode, use オープン または シャット to manually open or close the valve.

 

Operation

To start automatic operation, set SA 位置 1 または 3.

  • Upon power-up, the actuator defaults to 4-20mA signal control.

  • Sending a Modbus command switches the actuator to communication control mode.

  • After power cycling, the actuator returns to analog control mode.

Important: When using Modbus control:

  • Ensure SB is set to position 2.

  • Every control command must include the control mode and position value to prevent unintended actions after a restart.

Using 4-20mA for Position Control

入力信号4mA8mA12mA16mA20mA
Pointer PositionCLOSE (0)2.557.5OPEN (100)
Valve Opening (%)0%25%50%75%100%
出力信号4mA8mA12mA16mA20mA

注:

  • reverse action mode, 4mA corresponds to 100% openそして 20mA corresponds to 0% open.

  • Servo controller accuracy level: ±1%

  • Hysteresis: <1%

Using Modbus to Control Actuator Position

Physical Layer

The DCL actuator supports the Modbus-RTU protocol and uses the RS485 interface at the physical layer.

  • Communication Address: Configurable from 1 to 127, default is 1.

  • Baud Rate: Configurable, default is 115200.

  • Serial Port Format: 1 start bit + 8 data bits + 1 stop bit.

  • Broadcast Functionality: Supported.

Interface Definition

 

Pin機能
P1Power (-)
P2Power (+)
P7RS485 A
P8RS485 B
P3~P6Reserved for analog signals (420mA / 010V)

Modbus Wiring Diagram

アプリケーション層

1. ADU (Application Data Unit)

2. 機能コード

ID名称説明
0x03Read Multiple RegistersReads a block of holding registers from a remote device.
0x06Write Single RegisterWrites a single register on a remote device.
0x10Write Multiple RegistersWrites a block of consecutive registers (1 to approximately 120 registers).

3. Configuring Communication Parameters

Registers 0x0040 – 0x0042 are used for communication settings:

  1. Write 0xA501 to register 0x0040 を入力する configuration mode.

  2. Modify register 0x0041 (communication address) and register 0x0042 (baud rate).

  3. The new parameters take effect within 1 second, and further communication must use the updated settings.

  4. Exit configuration mode by writing 0x0000 への register 0x0040.

4. Forcing Default Communication Mode

  1. セット SA への ポジション2 そして SB への ポジション2.

  2. を押し続ける。 KS button for about 3 seconds まで。 red light blinks, then release the button.

  3. を押し続ける。 KC button for about 3 seconds まで。 red light stays on, then release the button.

  4. The communication parameters are now reset to default values.

  5. セット SA back to position 1 to exit this mode.

  6. The new settings remain even after restarting the device.

注:
If you forget the previous communication parameters, use this method to restore the default communication mode and configure the communication settings again.

Register List

Register AddressBitsGroupSignal NameMin ValueMax ValueユニットR/Wタイプ説明
0x0010b15-b5読み書き16進数Reserved (0)
b4コントロール停止読み書き16進数1: Stop, 0: Normal operation
b1-b0コントロールMode読み書き16進数1: Communication control, others: Exit communication control
0x0011b15-b0コントロールオープン学位を設定する010000%読み書き整数/16進数0-10000 corresponds to 0-100% valve opening (scaling factor: 1/100)
0x0018b15-b6r16進数Reserved (0)
b5infoエラー位置r16進数1: Position signal failure
b4infoエラーシグナルr16進数1: Input signal failure
b3infoオーバートルクフラグr16進数1: Overload detected
b2infoスタックフラグr16進数1: Jamming detected
b1infoopenRunフラグr16進数1: Opening valve
b0infocloseRunFlagr16進数1: Closing valve
0x0019b15-b0infoオープン学位010000%r整数/16進数0-10000 corresponds to 0-100% valve opening (scaling factor: 1/100)
0x0040b15-b0設定cfgMode1127rw16進数0x0000: Normal mode, 0xA501: Configuration mode
0x0041b15-b0設定cmm_addr1127rw16進数Sets communication address
0x0042b15-b0設定cmm_baudraterw16進数0: 4800 baud, 1: 9600 baud, 2: 19200 baud, 3: 115200 baud

Communication Command Examples

1. Control Valve Position

Entering Communication Control Mode:
Send → ◇01 10 00 10 00 01 02 00 01 65 00
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 10 00 01 00 0C

Setting Valve Position: 0%
Send → ◇01 10 00 11 00 01 02 00 00 A5 11
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 11 00 01 51 CC

Setting Valve Position: 50% (5000 → 0x1388)
Send → ◇01 10 00 11 00 01 02 13 88 A8 47
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 11 00 01 51 CC

Setting Valve Position: 100% (10000 → 0x2710)
Send → ◇01 10 00 11 00 01 02 27 10 BF 2D
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 11 00 01 51 CC

Stopping Operation
Send → ◇01 10 00 10 00 01 02 00 11 64 CC
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 10 00 01 00 0C

 

2. Read Valve Status

Send → ◇01 03 00 18 00 02 44 0C
Receive ← ◆01 03 04 00 30 00 00 FA 3C

 

3. Set Communication Address

Entering Configuration Mode:
Send → ◇01 10 00 40 00 01 02 A5 01 12 00
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 40 00 01 00 1D

Change Communication Address to: 2
Send → ◇01 10 00 41 00 01 02 00 02 28 80
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 41 00 01 51 DD

Exit Configuration Mode:
Send → ◇02 10 00 40 00 01 02 A5 00 C7 30
Receive ← ◆02 10 00 40 00 01 00 2E

 

4. Set Communication Baud Rate

Entering Configuration Mode:
Send → ◇01 10 00 40 00 01 02 A5 01 12 00
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 40 00 01 00 1D

Change Baud Rate to: 9600
Send → ◇01 10 00 42 00 01 02 00 01 68 B2
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 42 00 01 A1 DD

Exit Configuration Mode:
Send → ◇01 10 00 40 00 01 02 A5 00 D3 C0
Receive ← ◆01 10 00 40 00 01 00 1D