Introduction

Your Veeder-Root brand C628 Rate Meter is one model in a family of 1/8 DIN units which
offers breakthrough display technology as well as easy-to-program single-line
parameters. Designed to provide instant visual feedback regarding an application’s key
input value, the C628 not only has a 0.71” high LED display (27% larger than other 1/8
DIN units), but also the ability to change display color based on process status
(programmable parameter in Operation Mode). Easy programming is made possible via a
help function and a secondary legend display.
This manual will guide you through the installation and wiring of your C628 unit with
information on proper panel mounting and rear terminal layout and wiring instructions.
In addition, the instrument’s operation and programming modes are thoroughly
explained. The Operation Mode provides day to day operation and allows editing of
preset values. The Program Mode enables the configuration of various parameters prior
to initial operation. These parameters include those for basic configuration as well as
other settable features which will enhance the functionality and usability of the device.
This manual also provides
information on the C628 Rate
Meter’s alarms; transistor,
relay and linear outputs;
product specifications; and
ordering and warranty Technical Manual
procedures. 702138-0003

Veeder-Root brand
Series C628
Features
• AWESOME 0.71” high digit LED display
Index
Installation
Rate Meter
• Programmable color change display based on Panel Mounting page 2 (C628-4XXX)
an event Wiring page 3
Operation
• Programmable help function and secondary Front Panel page 4
legend display Operation Mode page 5
• Display configurable for update time, min. Programming
number of pulses, and forced zero time Program Mode page 6-10
Appendix A
• Optional linear output relative to rate
Specifications page 11
• Choice of NPN, PNP, or magnetic primary General
input Ordering Information page 12
• Filter speed settable for 20, 200, or 10,000 Hz Warranty page 12
• Standard outputs: two NPN transistors & one
relay (optional 2nd relay)
• Front panel reset enable and alarm lockout
• Optional RS-485 plug in card
• CE approved
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PANEL MOUNTING

100mm

VEEDER-ROOT
OP1

82344
OP2
48mm

PGM RST

96mm 10mm

92mm +0.5 -0.0

PANEL 45mm
CUTOUT +0.5 -0.0
SIZE

The instrument can be mounted in a panel with a thickness of up to 6mm. The

cutout(s) should be made based on the recommended panel opening illustrated in the
Mounting Grooves drawing above.
Insert the unit in the panel through the cutout. Ensure that the
panel gasket is not distorted and the instrument is positioned
squarely against the panel. Slide the mounting clamp into place
on the instrument, as shown to the left, and push it forward until
it is firmly in contact with the rear face of the mounting panel and
the tabs on the bracket arm are seated in the mounting grooves
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on the side of the unit.
17 18 19
24 23 22

14 15 16
The electronic components of the instrument can be removed from
10 11 12

6 5 4 3 2 the housing after installation without disconnecting the wiring.

To remove the components, grip the side edges of the panel and
8 7

pull the instrument forward. Take note of orientation of the unit

for subsequent replacement in the housing.

Bracket Arm

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WIRING

REAR TERMINAL CONNECTIONS

Power Supply RS-485 Comm.

+ VDC - (opt.) Relay 1
B A COM

14 15 16 17 18 19 20
+ 24 23 22
10 11 12

Linear
Output Relay 2
(opt.) (opt.)
- 8 7 6 5 4 3 2
Input Power
For an AC powered unit, Terminal #13 serves as the line
or Hot side connection for AC powered units and as the
Input Common
NPN Out 1

Input B
(sec. lockout)

(display hold)

Aux. Power
NPN Out 2

Input A
Common

Digital In 2

Digital In 1

positive side for DC powered units. The neutral side for

(opt.)
(LO)

(HI)

AC powered units and the negative side for DC powered

units are connected to Terminal #14.
Count Inputs
Transistor Outputs
Terminal #2 is the connection for Input A, which is programmable to be
Your unit comes standard with 2 NPN outputs which are activated by
the primary rate channel. Terminal #1 is the secondary input to get the
each of the alarms. Transistor Output 1, which is tied to the High Alarm
ratio of A/B. The common connection for both inputs is Terminal #3.
Value, is on Terminal #7. Transistor Output 2, which is tied to the Low
Alarm Value, is on Terminal #9. Terminal #8 serves as the common
Control/Digital Inputs connection for both transistor outputs.
A contact closure or NPN signal can be used to activate preconfigured
functionality. Terminal # 5 is used for a display hold function, while Relay Outputs
Terminal #6 is a security function, that when active, will prohibit entry
Your unit comes standard with a relay output which is tied to the High
into Program Mode. Terminal #8 serves as the common for both of these
Alarm Value. Terminal #19 is NC, Terminal #20 is common, and
inputs.
Terminal #21 is NO. A second relay output tied to the Low Alarm Value
can be added as an option at the time of order or later installed in the
Auxiliary Power Output field. Terminal #22 is NC, Terminal #23 is common, and Terminal #24 is
A 9 - 15 VDC for powering external sensors and encoders up to 125 mA NO.
can be accessed by connecting the positive supply side of the sensor to
Terminal #4 and the negative side to Terminal #8. Serial Communication
An RS-485 communication board, utilizing ASCII protocol, can be
Linear Output installed as an option. Terminals #16 & #17 serve as the B and A
An option board may be installed that provides a 10 bit linear output connections respectively, while Terminal #18 is connected as the
signal relative to the Rate Value. Terminal #12 is the positive side of the common.
connection, and Terminal #10 is the negative side. The default range of
the output is 4-20 mA, but can be changed via the front panel to 0-20
mA, 0-10 VDC, 2-10 VDC, 0-5 VDC, or 1-5 VDC. Terminals 11 & 15 are not used.

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FRONT PANEL
Primary Display

VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
Output Indicators

82345 H
OP2

Secondary Display

PGM RST

Down Key Scroll Key Program Key Reset Key

Key Functions Display Functions

Key Function Display Function
Down In Operation Mode: Used in edit operation to decrement Primary In Operation Mode: Default display is the rate value.
the digit highlighted by the Scroll key. Can be scrolled using the program key to display the
In Program Mode: Used in Edit Operation to decrement process time and alarm values. If the "Help" function
the digit highlighted by the Scroll key, if the setting is is enabled, this display will first show the parameter
a numerical value, or present the next in the series of description for 3 seconds (see page 5 for example).
choices for that parameter. In Program Mode: Displays the value or selection for
the current parameter. If the "Help" function is
Scroll In All modes: Moves the unit into Edit Operation,
enabled, this display will first show the parameter
which is indicated by the left most digit flashing.
description for 3 seconds (see page 6 for example).
Successive presses of the key are used to move to the
digit to be edited. Wrap around will occur from least Secondary In Operation Mode: Indicates alphabetically which
significant digit to most significant digit. parameter is being viewed on the primary display.
Program In Operation Mode: Used to move between the rate In Program Mode: Provides a 1 digit alpha or numeric
value display, process time display, & the alarms and to character to indicate which parameter value is being
enter an edited alarm value. Holding the key down shown on the primary display.
for 3 seconds will cause the unit to enter Program
Output In Operation Mode: OP1 illuminates when Output 1 is
Mode.
Indicators active. OP2 illuminates when Output 2 is active.
In Program Mode: Used to move from one parameter to
In Program Mode: No function.
the next and enter the edited parameter values.
Holding the key down for 3 seconds will cause the
unit to return to Operation Mode.
Reset In All modes: No function.
Down & In All modes: Will abort an Edit Operation and return
Scroll the alarm/parameter to its previous value.
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OPERATION MODE

CHANGING A PARAMETER VALUE

VEEDER-ROOT Default display is the rate value. VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
Use the Scroll Key to move from left to

34567
OP1

23456 right and highlight the digit that needs

OP2 OP2

H to be changed. Wrap around will occur

PGM RST
from the least significant to the most
PGM RST
significant digit.
PGM
VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
Pressing the Program Key will cause the VEEDER-ROOT Use the Down Key to decrement the
rAtE display description to appear on the
OP2 OP1

33567 digit until the desired value appears.

OP2

main display.* If there is no key activity H The display will wrap around from 0 to
PGM RST
for 3 seconds, the primary display will 9.
switch back to the rate value. PGM RST

PGM
PGM PGM
VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
Continued pressing of the Program Key VEEDER-ROOT After the desired digits have been
Hi AL will scroll through the Parameters. (See
OP2 OP1

Hi AL changed, press the Program Key to enter

OP2

Parameter Sequence below.) The full the new value. The new value will
PGM RST
parameter description will appear on the appear on the main display without any
main display.* PGM RST
flashing digits. Press the Progam Key
again and the parameter description will
appear on the main display.
VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
To change a Parameter value, press the

34567 Scroll Key. If there was no key activity

OP2

H for 3 seconds, the Preset value will

PGM RST
appear (one digit description shown on
secondary display); however, press the
Scroll Key in order to edit. The unit will * Parameter descriptions will not ** Edit Operation cannot be
now be in Edit Operation as signified by appear on the primary display if the accessed if the Preset Lock has
the most significant digit flashing.** "Help" function has been disabled. been enabled in Program Mode.

PARAMETER SEQUENCE
Rate Value High Alarm Value
rAtE r Function: Displays present rate value Hi AL H Function: Defines the rate value at or
Range: 0 to 99999 above which Alarm 1 will activate
PGM Adjustment Range: 0 to 99999

Process Time Default Value: 1000

Pr ti P Function: Displays present process time
PGM

(an inverse speed calculation) Low Alarm Value

PGM Range: 0 to 99999
Lo AL L Function: Defines the rate value at or
below which Alarm 2 will activate
[can indicate travel time through a
conveyorized oven] Adjustment Range: 0 to 99999
Default Value: 10
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PROGRAM MODE

ENTERING PROGRAM MODE AND BASIC OPERATION

The Program Mode can be accessed from the VEEDER-ROOT
OP1

Operation Mode by holding the Program Key

23456
OP2

for 3 seconds.
PGM RST

for 3 seconds
PGM
no key activity Edit Operation
The name of the first parameter will appear VEEDER-ROOT for 3 secs. or VEEDER-ROOT
OP1 OP1

on the primary display.*

CALdP 0.0000
OP2 OP2

.C
PGM RST PGM RST
PGM

Pressing the Scroll Key or no key activity for

PGM 3 seconds will display the value for that
parameter. The secondary display will
Successive presses of the Program Key will VEEDER-ROOT
OP1
indicate the one digit identifier for the
scroll the display through the remaining
CAL
OP2

parameter. The digit in the secondary

parameters in the Program Mode. To exit
display will flash to indicate the unit is in
Program Mode, hold the Program Key for 3 PGM RST Program Mode. If the Scroll Key was
seconds.
pressed (instead of waiting 3 seconds), the
unit is in Edit Operation, as indicated by the
MSD flashing. If there had been no key
activity for 3 seconds, press the scroll key to
* Parameter names will not appear on the enter Edit Operation (MSD flashing). Use
main display if the "Help" function has been the scroll and edit buttons to change the
disabled in Program Mode. value as in Operation Mode, described on
page 5. Press the Program Key to enter any
changes.

PARAMETER SEQUENCE
Calibration Factor Decimal Point
CALdP .C Function: Sets the decimal point position for the calibration factor display
Adjustment Range: 0 to 0.0000
Default Value: 0.0
PGM

Calibration Factor
CAL C Function: Used to scale the input into engineering units by multiplying this value by the input frequency
Adjustment Range: 0.0001 to 9.9999
Default Value: 1.0000
PGM

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PROGRAM MODE Continued

Decimal Position
d E c Pd Function: Set the decimal point position for the rate and preset displays
Adjustment Range: 0 to 0.0000
Default Value: 0
PGM

Rate Mode
r A t <> r Function: Defines how the input pulses will be applied to the rate value
Adjustment Range:

A A_b Ati<>
A: Inputs on the A A/B: Divides the rate of A Time: Displays the
channel increment the the A channel by the rate frequency of Input A as an
total of the B channel to inverse speed which, for
display a ratio between example, can indicate
the inputs travel time through a
conveyorized oven
Default Value: A
PGM

Input Type
1 n P u ti Function: Programs the unit to match the electrical characteristics of the input signal
Adjustment Range:
Sin Src <>AG
Sinking: The unit will Source: The unit will Magnetic: The unit will
accept a NPN or dry accept an PNP input accept a magnetic input
contact input which sinks which sources voltage from 0.5 to 30V peak
voltage to common
Default Value: Sinking
PGM

Filter Speed
SPEEd F Function: Enables the debounce filter of the meter to properly match the application
Adjustment Range:

20 200 10000

20: The unit will accept 200: The unit will accept 10,000: The unit will
up to 20 pulses per up to 200 pulses per accept up to 10,000
second. Generally used second. Generally used pulses per second.
with contact inputs to for higher speed contact Generally used with high
eliminate false counts inputs or to filter noise speed electronic inputs
caused by contact bounce on electronic signals in and encoders
low speed applications
Default Value: 10000
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PGM
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PROGRAM MODE Continued

Display Update Time

uPdAt U Function: Sets the amount of time between display updates
Adjustment Range:
0.1 0.25 0.5 1 to 1 0
0.1 sec. 0.25 sec. 0.5 sec. 1 to 10 sec.

Default Value: 1
PGM

Display to Zero Time

0 ti 0 Function: Displays minimum input frequency by setting the amount of time after no pulses are received, when
the display will show zero
Adjustment Range:
0.1 0.25 0.5 1 to 1 0

0.1 sec. 0.25 sec. 0.5 sec. 1 to 10 sec.

(10 Hz.) (4 Hz.) (2 Hz.) (1 Hz to 0.1 Hz)

Default Value: 1
PGM

Minimum Pulses
PulS P Function: Sets the minimum number of pulses to be received before the display will update the rate value.
Note: Display Update Time and Minimum Pulses must be realized before the display will update
Adjustment Range: 1 to 99
Default Value: 10
PGM

Startup Suppression
Strt S Function: Determines the delay period that will occur after power-up before alarm operation is possible
Adjustment Range: 0 to 99 secs.
Default Value: 0
PGM

Retransmission Enable/Select
rt En t Function: Determines whether a voltage/current is an output, and if so, which range
Adjustment Range:
nonE 0-5u 0-10u 0-20A 4-20A
4-20 mA
None 0-5 Volts 0-10 Volts 0-20 mA

Default Value: None

PGM
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PROGRAM MODE Continued

Retransmission Scale Minimum (Appears only if a current/voltage is selected)

rt Lo L Function: Defines the lower end of the linear scale for the retransmission output by defining the value equated
to the minimum output signal - i.e. for a 4-20 mA output, this would be the value corresponding to 4 mA
Adjustment Range: 0 to 99999
Default Value: 0
PGM

Retransmission Scale Maximum (Appears only if a current/voltage is selected)

rt Hi H Function: Defines the upper end of the linear scale for the retransmission output by defining the value equated
to the maximum output signal - i.e. for a 4-20 mA output, this would be the value corresponding to 20 mA
Adjustment Range: 0 to 99999
Default Value: 100
PGM

Serial Communication Enabled

Co<>S c Function: Activates the RS-485 communication option board
Adjustment Range:
nonE Fit

None: No communication Fitted: A communication

board installed board is installed in the
unit
Default Value: If ordered from the factory with the RS-485 board, the default will be "fitted". If the board is
installed in the field, this parameter will need to be changed from its default of "none"
PGM

Communication Address (Appears only if communication board is installed and activated)

Addr A Function: Defines the unique communication address of the counter
Adjustment Range: 1 to 99
Default Value: 1
PGM

Baud Rate (Appears only if communication board is installed and activated)

bAud b Function: Selects the serial communication speed
Adjustment Range:
1200 2400 4800 9600
1200 BPS 2400 BPS 4800 BPS 9600 BPS

Default Value: 4800

PGM

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PROGRAM MODE Continued

Display Color Change

Color o Function: Defines the color of the display for prior to and after the preset value is reached
Adjustment Range:
rEd GrEEn Gn_rd rd_Gn
Red: The display will Green: The display will Green to Red: The Red to Green: The
always be red always be green display will be green prior display will be red prior to
to the Alarm value being the Alarm value being
reached. It will turn red reached. It will turn green
after the Alarm has been after the Alarm has been
reached reached
Default Value: Green to Red
PGM

Preset Lock
Loc/ / Function: Determines whether the Preset Values can be changed via the front panel
Adjustment Range:
En diS
Enable: Preset values Disabled: Preset values
are read only can be viewed and
changed
Default Value: Disable
PGM

Help Prompt
HELP h Function: Determines whether the multi-character parameter name will appear on the main display for 3
seconds prior to the parameter value appearing
Adjustment Range:

HLP Y HLP N
Help - Yes: Multi-character parameter Help - No: Only the parameter values
descriptions will appear on the primary will appear on the primary display.
display. The value associated with that The parameter can be identified by a
parameter will appear by pressing the single digit in the secondary display
scroll key or waiting for 3 seconds
Default Value: Help - Yes

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SPECIFICATIONS

Count Inputs Communication

Type: Sinking/Sourcing or Contact Closure Type: Serial asynchronous, UART to UART
Frequency: 10 kHz max. Data Format: Open ASCII: One start bit, even parity seven
Logic: Low < 2.0 VDC, High > 3.0, 30V max. data bits, one stop bit
Impedance: 10 KΩ to common - Sourcing Physical Layer: RS-485
4.7 KΩ to +Voltage - Sinking Maximum Zones: 99
Magnetic Input: 0.6 to 30V peak Baud Rate: Selectable from 9600, 4800, 2400, or 1200

Control Inputs Electrical

Type: Sinking, Edge Sensitive Supply Voltage: 90-264 VAC, 50/60 Hz, or 20-50 VAC/VDC
Logic: Low < 2.0 VDC, High > 3.0 Power Consumption: 4 Watts
Impedance: 4.7 KΩ to +Voltage Access. Power Supply:9-15 (unregulated VDC), 125 mA max.
Response Time: 25 ms
Function: Input 1: Display Hold
Input 2: Security Lockout Display
Type: Red/Green, 7 segment LED, 5 digits primary
display, single digit secondary display
Outputs Height: 0.71" (18mm) primary display,
Solid State: NPN open collector, 30 VDC max, 100 mA max. 0.3" (7mm) secondary display
Relay: SPDT, 5A resistive @ 110VAC Annunciators: Output 1 & 2 status
Latency: 75 µ seconds, plus 8 ms for relay pull-in

Physical
Linear Outputs Dimensions: 48mm x 96mm, 110mm deep
Ranges: 0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-10V, 2-10V, 0-5V, 1-5V Mounting: Panel mount (mounting bracket supplied),
Accuracy: ±0.25% (mA at 250Ω, V at 2kΩ); 45mm x 92mm cutout
degrades linearly to ±0.5% Terminals: Screw type - combination head
Resolution: 8 bits in 250ms (10 bits in 1s typ.) Front Panel Rating: NEMA 4X/IEC IP65
Update: Approximately 4/s Case Material: GE Lexan 940
Load Impedence: mA Ranges: 500Ω max.; V Ranges: 500Ω min. Weight: 0.56 lbs.

Approvals Environmental
General: CE Operating Temp.: 0° to 55° Celsius, 32° to 131° Fahrenheit
EMC Susceptibility: Complies with EN50082-1: 1992, Storage Temp.: -20° to 80° Celsius, -4° to 176° Fahrenheit
EN50082-2: 1995 Relative Humidity: 20% to 95% non-condensing
EMC Emissions: Complies with EN50081-1: 1992,
EN50081-2: 1994
Safety: Complies with EN61010-1: 1993

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ORDERING INFORMATION

C628 - 4

2nd Relay Option Power Supply

0 None 0 90-264 VAC
1 2nd Relay 2 20-50 VAC/VDC

Linear Output Serial Communication

Option Option
0 None 0 None
3 Linear Output 5 RS-485
Additional outputs and options can be
field installed through plug-in boards
which can be ordered separately.

Description Part #
Relay Board T50-001
DC Linear Board T50-003
RS-485 Comm. Board T50-005

WARRANTY

Standard products manufactured by the Company are warranted to be the Company consents to have returned shall be shipped F.O.B. the
free from defects in workmanship and material for a period of one year Company's factory. The Company cannot assume responsibility or
from the date of shipment, and products which are defective in accept invoices for unauthorized repairs to its components, even though
workmanship or material will be repaired or replaced, at the option of the defective. The life of the products of the Company depends, to a large
Company, at no charge to the Buyer. Final determination as to whether a extent, upon the type of usage thereof, and THE COMPANY MAKES NO
product is actually defective rests with the Company. The obligation of WARRANTY AS TO FITNESS OF ITS PRODUCTS FOR SPECIFIC
the Company hereunder shall be limited solely to repair and replacement APPLICATIONS BY THE BUYER NOR AS TO PERIOD OF SERVICE
of products that fall within the foregoing limitations, and shall be UNLESS THE COMPANY SPECIFICALLY AGREES OTHERWISE IN
conditioned upon receipt by the Company of written notice of any alleged WRITING AFTER THE PROPOSED USAGE HAS BEEN MADE KNOWN TO
defects or deficiency promptly after discovery within the warranty period, IT.
and in the case of components or units purchased by the Company, the THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
obligation of the Company shall not exceed the settlement that the OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT
Company is able to obtain from the supplier thereof. No products shall LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS
be returned to the Company without its prior consent. Products which FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Danaher Controls
Printed in U.S.A.
702138-0003
March 1998
Revision none

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