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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The G308 Operator Interface Terminal combines unique capabilities

normally expected from high-end units with a very affordable price. It is built

around a high performance core with integrated functionality. This core allows

the G308 to perform many of the normal features of the Paradigm range of

Operator Interfaces while improving and adding new features.

The G308 is able to communicate with many different types of hardware using

high-speed RS232/422/485 communications ports and Ethernet 10 Base T/100

Base-TX communications. In addition, the G308 features USB for fast downloads

of configuration files and access to trending and data logging. A CompactFlash

socket is provided so that Flash cards can be used to collect your trending and

data logging information as well as to store larger configuration files.

In addition to accessing and controlling of external resources, the G308

allows a user to easily view and enter information. Users can enter data through

the touchscreen or front panel 7-button keypad.

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the

manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to

prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If

equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection

provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Do not use the controller to directly command motors, valves, or other

actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to

persons or equipment in the event of a fault to the controller.

CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

- G308 Operator Interface.

- Panel gasket.

- Template for panel cutout.

- Hardware packet for mounting unit into panel.

- Terminal block for connecting power.

ORDERING INFORMATION

manual, USB cable, and RS-232 cable. Otherwise, download from

www.redlion.net.

complete details.

MODEL G308A - GRAPHIC LCD OPERATOR INTERFACE TERMINAL WITH

VGA DISPLAY AND TOUCHSCREEN

Bulletin No. G308A-E

Drawing No. LP0613

Released 1/08

Tel +1 (717) 767-6511

Fax +1 (717) 764-0839

www.redlion.net

CompactFlash is a registered trademark of CompactFlash Association.

CONFIGURED USING CRIMSON SOFTWARE (VERSION 2.0 BUILD

187 OR LATER)

UP TO 5 RS-232/422/485 COMMUNICATIONS PORTS

(2 RS-232 AND 1 RS-422/485 ON BOARD, 1 RS-232 AND 1

RS422/485 ON OPTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD)

10 BASE T/100 BASE-TX ETHERNET PORT TO NETWORK UNITS

AND HOST WEB PAGES

USB PORT TO DOWNLOAD THE UNIT’S CONFIGURATION FROM

A PC OR FOR DATA TRANSFERS TO A PC

UNIT’S CONFIGURATION IS STORED IN NON-VOLATILE MEMORY

(8 MBYTE FLASH)

8.4-INCH TFT DISPLAY (256 COLOR, VGA 640X480 PIXELS)

7-BUTTON KEYPAD FOR ON-SCREEN MENUS

THREE FRONT PANEL LEDS

POWER UNIT FROM 24VDC ±20% SUPPLY

RESISTIVE ANALOG TOUCHSCREEN

CAUTION: Risk of Danger

Read complete instructions prior to

installationand operation of the unit.

CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.

MODEL NO.

DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

G3CF512M

G3CF064M

G3CF256M

G308A000

G3CN

G3RS

CANopen Optional Communication Card

RS232/485 Optional Communication Card

G3CN0000

G3RS0000

PSDR

G3PBDP

Mini Power Supply 1 A

Profibus DP Optional Communication Card

PSDR0100

G3PBDP00

SFCRM2

SFCRM200

CBL

RS-232 Programming Cable

CBLPROG0

G3CF

G308A

USB Cable

CBLUSB00

CBLxxxxx

G3FILM

Protective Films

G3FILM08

BNL20000

DR

DRxxxxxx

Operator Interface with TFT display for

indoor applications, textured finish with

embossed keys

FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS:

Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D

Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G

Class III, Division 2

63YN

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

The protective conductor terminal is bonded to conductive

parts of the equipment for safety purposes and must be

connected to an external protective earthing system.

WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF

COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,

DIVISION 2/CLASS II, DIVISION 2/CLASS III, DIVISION 2