Instruction manual Temperature Controller KT4

To prevent accidents arising from the misuse of this controller, please ensure the operator using it receives
this manual.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be sure to read these precautions before using our products.
The safety precautions are classified into categories: “Warning” and “Caution”.
Warning : Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause death or serious injury,
if not
carried out properly.
Caution : Procedures which may lead to dangerous conditions and cause superficial to medium injury
or physical damage or may degrade or damage the product, if not carried out properly.

Warning
• When using this controller on occasions which serious injury would be expected to occur or when damage
is likely to expand or proliferate, make sure to take safety measures such as installing double safety
structures.
• Do not use this controller in an environment with flammable gases, or it may cause explosion.

Caution
• Fasten the electric wire with the terminal screws securely. Imperfect connection may cause abnormal
heating or fumes.
• Use this controller according to the rating and environmental conditions. Otherwise abnormal heating or
fumes may occur.
• Do not touch the terminals while the power is supplied to the controller, as this may cause electric shock.
• Do not disassemble or modify the controller, as this may cause electric shock or fumes.

Caution
• This instrument should be used according to the specifications described in the manual.
If it is not used according to the specifications, it may malfunction or cause fire.
• Be sure to follow the warnings, cautions and notices. If not, it could cause serious injury or accidents.
• The contents of this instruction manual are subject to change without notice.
• This instrument is designed to be installed in a control panel. If not, measures must be taken to ensure
that the operator cannot touch power terminals or other high voltage sections.
• Be sure to turn the power supplied to the instrument OFF before cleaning this instrument.
• Use a soft, dry cloth when cleaning the instrument.
(If paint thinner is used, it might deform or tarnish the unit.)
• As the display section is vulnerable, do not strike or scratch it with a hard object.
• Any unauthorized transfer or copying of this document, in part or in whole, is prohibited.
• Tatsuno Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. is not liable for any damages or secondary damages incurred as
a result of using this product, including any indirect damages.

1. Model number
1.1 Explanation of model number
A K T 4 1

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)

(1) Supply voltage ---------------------- 1: 100 to 240V AC, 2: 24V AC/DC
(2) Input type ----------------------------- 1: Multi-input (Thermocouple, RTD, DC current and DC voltage
can be selected by key operation)
(3) Control output (OUT1) ------------ 1: Relay contact, 2: Non-contact voltage, 3: DC current
(4) Alarm output ------------------------- 1: A1 output, 2: A1 output + A2 output
(The alarm action and Energized /Deenergized can be selected
by key operation)
(When A2 output is applied, Heating/Cooling control cannot be
added)
 (5) Heating/Cooling control (OUT2)--0: Not available, 4: Non-contact relay output
(6) Heater burnout alarm -------------- 0: Not available, 1: Available (5A), 2: Available (10A), 3: Available
(20A), 4: Available (50A)
(Heater burnout alarm is not available for the DC current output)
1.2 How to indicate the rated label
The rated label is put on the case.
When Heater burnout alarm is added, CT rated current is written in the bracket.
(e.g.)
(1) AKT4111100 Supply voltage: 100 to 240V AC
Multi-input
Relay contact output
A1 output
Heating/Cooling control is not added.
(2) No. Heater burnout alarm is not added.
(1) Model number, supply voltage, input type, output type, etc. are entered.
(2) Lot number is entered.

2. Name and functions of the sections

(1) PV display: Indicates the input value with a red
(1)
LED. (4)
(2) SV display: Indicates the setting value with a
green (5)
(2) LED.
(6) (3) SV1 indicator: A green LED lights up when SV is
indicated
(7) on the SV display.
(3) (4) OUT1
(8)
indicator: When OUT1 or heating output is ON,
a green LED lights up. (For DC current output type, it blinks
corresponding to the manipulated variable in a 0.25 second
cycle.
(5) OUT2 indicator: When OUT2 is ON, a yellow LED lights up.
(9) (10) (11) (12) (6) A1 indicator: When A1
output is ON, a red LED lights up.
(7) EVT indicator: When Event output (A2 output,
Heater
burnout alarm output) is ON, a red LED
lights up.
(8) AT indicator: When auto-tuning or auto-reset is being
(Fig. 2-1) performed, a yellow LED blinks.
(9) Increase key : Increases the numeric value.
(10) Decrease key : Decreases the numeric value.
(11) Mode key : Selects the setting mode or registers the setting value.
(By pressing the Mode key, the setting value can be registered)
(12) OUT/OFF key : The control output is turned on or off. If this key is pressed for approx. 1 second,
control output off function works.
(To cancel the function, press the OUT/OFF key again for approx. 1 second.)

Notice
When setting the specifications and functions of this controller, connect the terminals 1 and 2 for power
source first, then set them referring to “5. Setup” before performing “3. Mounting to control panel” and
“4. Wiring connection”.
3. Mounting to control panel
3.1 Site selection
This instrument is intended to be used under the following environmental conditions
(IEC61010-1): Overvoltage category , Pollution degree 2
Mount the controller in a place with:
• A minimum of dust, and an absence of corrosive gases
• No flammable, explosive gasses
• Few mechanical vibrations or shocks
• No exposure to direct sunlight, an ambient temperature of 0 to 50 (32 to 122 )
that does not change rapidly
• An ambient non-condensing humidity of 35 to 85%RH
• No large capacity electromagnetic switches or cables through which large current is flowing
• No water, oil or chemicals or where the vapors of these substances can come into direct
contact with the controller
3.2 External dimension
Gasket A Screw type mounting bracket

üá48
(Fig. 3.2-1)
3.3 Panel cutout

+0.5
0
45
Lateral close mounting
75

nx 48-3 +0.5 n: Number of units mounted

45 +0.5

0
0

Caution: If lateral close mounting is used for the

controller, IP66 specification will not be fulfi
lled.
+0.5
45 0 (Fig. 3.3-1)

3.4 CT (Current transformer) external dimension

AKT4815 (for 5A, 10A, 20A) AKT4816 (for 50A)

(Fig. 3.4-1)
3.5 Mounting
Mount the controller vertically to fulfill the dust-proof/Drip-proof specification (IP66).
Mountable panel thickness: Within 1 to 15mm
Insert the controller from the front side of the panel.
Attach the mounting brackets by the holes at the top and bottom of the case and secure the controller
in place with the screws.

(Fig.3.5-1)
 Warning
As the case is made of resin, do not use excessive force while screwing in the
mounting bracket, or the case or screw type mounting bracket could be damaged.
The torque is approximately 0.12N•m.

4. Wiring connection

Warning
Turn the power supply to the instrument off before wiring or checking it.
Working or touching the terminal with the power switched on may result in Electric
Shock causing severe injury or death.

• OUT1 : Control output 1 (Heating output)

• OUT2 : Control output 2 (Cooling output)

• RELAY : Relay contact output

• V/A : DC voltage output/ DC current

output
•S : Non-contact relay output

• A1 : Alarm 1 output
• EVT : Event output (A2 output, Heater
burnout alarm output)
• CT : CT input
• TC : Thermocouple
(Fig. 4-1)• RTD : Resistance temperature
detector
• DC : DC current or DC voltage

(Fig. 4-1)

Notice
• The terminal block of the KT4 Series is designed to be wired from the left side.
The lead wire must be inserted from the left side of the terminal, and fastened by the
terminal screw.
• Dotted lines show options.
• Use a thermocouple and compensating lead wire according to the sensor input specification of
this controller.
• Use the 3-wire RTD which corresponds to the input specification of this controller.
• This controller does not have built-in power switch, circuit breaker or fuse. Therefore, it is
necessary to install them in the circuit near the external controller.
(Recommended fuse: Time-lag fuse, rated voltage 250V AC, rated current 2A)
• When using a 24V AC/DC for the power source, do not confuse the polarity when it is DC.
• When using a relay contact output type, use a relay according to the capacity of the load
to protect the built-in relay contact.
• When wiring, keep input wires (thermocouple, RTD, etc.) away from AC sources or load
wires to avoid external interference.

Lead wire solderless terminal

Use a solderless terminal with insulation sleeve that fits in the M3 screw as shown below.
The torque is approximately 0.6N•m to 1.0N•m.
Solderless
Manufacturer Model name Tightening torque
terminal
Y type Nichifu Terminal Industries CO.,LTD. 1.25Y-3
 Japan Solderless Terminal MFG CO.,LTD. VD1.25-B3A 0.6N•m
Nichifu Terminal Industries CO.,LTD. 1.25-3 Max. 1.0N•m
Round type
Japan Solderless Terminal MFG CO.,LTD. V1.25-3

3.2mm 3.2mm

5.8mm or less
5.8mm or less

(Fig. 4-2)

Option: Heater burnout alarm

(11)
(1) This alarm is not available for detecting heater current CT input Terminal
(12)
under phase control.
Power
(2) Use the current transformer (CT) provided, and pass one supply
lead wire of the heater circuit into the hole of the CT. CT
(3) When wiring, keep CT wire away from AC sources
or load wires to avoid the external interference.

Heater (Fig. 4-3)

5. Setup
Wire the power terminals only. After the power is turned on, the sensor input characters and temperature
unit are indicated on the PV display and the input range high limit value is indicated on the SV display for
approximately 3 seconds. (Table 5-1)
(If any other value is set in the scaling high limit setting, the set value is indicated on the SV display)
During this time, all outputs and the LED indicators are in OFF status.
Control will then start and the input value will be indicated on the PV display and main setting value will
be indicated on the SV display. (While control output OFF function is working, is indicated on the
PV display.)

(Table 5-1)
Sensor input
PV display SV display PV display SV display
K

J
R
S
B
E
T
N
PL-
C (W/Re5-26)
Pt100

JPt100

4 to 20mA DC
0 to 20mA DC
0 to 1V DC Scaling high Scaling high
0 to 5V DC limit value limit value
0 to 10V DC
1 to 5V DC
 5.1 Setup flow chart

Control output OFF function [ ] Output manipulated

PV/SV display mode
or Auto/Manual control function variable indication

(Approx. 3s)

+ +
+ +
(Approx. 3s) (Approx. 3s)
[Main setting mode] [Sub setting mode] [Auxiliary function [Auxiliary function
setting mode ] setting mode 2]
SV AT setting/Auto-reset Setting value lock Input type selection A1 action selection
[ ] setting [ ] selection [ ] [ ] [ ]

OUT1 proportional band SV high limit setting Scaling high limit setting A2 action selection
setting [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ]

OUT2 proportional band SV low limit setting Scaling low limit setting A1 action Energized/
setting [ ] [ ] [ ] Deenergized [ ]

Integral time setting Sensor correction setting Decimal point place A2 action Energized/
[ ] [ ] selection [ ] Deenergized [ ]

Derivative time setting PV filter time constant A1 hysteresis setting

[ ] setting [ ] [ ]

ARW setting OUT1 high limit setting A2 hysteresis setting

[ ] [ ] [ ]

OUT1 proportional cycle OUT1 low limit setting A1 action delayed timer
setting [ ] [ ] setting [ ]

OUT2 proportional cycle OUT1 ON/OFF action A2 action delayed timer

setting [ ] hysteresis setting [ ] setting [ ]

A1 setting OUT2 action mode Direct/Reverse action

[ ] selection selection [ ]
[ ]

A2 setting OUT2 high limit setting AT bias setting

[ ] [ ] [ ]

Heater burnout alarm OUT2 low limit setting Output status selection when
setting [ . ] [ ] input burnout [ ]

Overlap band/Dead band OUT/OFF key function

setting [ ] selection [ ]

OUT2 ON/OFF action

hysteresis setting [ ]

[Key operation]
• + Press the key while the key is being pressed.
• + (Approx. 3s) Press the key for 3 seconds while the key is being presed.
• + + (Approx. 3s) Press the for 3 seconds while the and keys are being pressed.

There are some setting characters which are not indicated depending on the specification.
5.2 Main setting mode
Character Name, Function, Setting range Default value
SV 0
• Sets main control setting value.
• Setting range: SV low limit to SV high limit
5.3 Sub-setting mode
Character Name, Function, Setting range Default value
Auto-tuning setting
• Designates auto- tuning Performance or auto-reset Performance
• If the auto-tuning is cancelled during the process, P, I and D
values revert to the former value.
• When auto- tuning has not finished after 4 hours, it is cancelled
automatically.
• Auto- reset is cancelled in approximately 4 minutes.
OUT1 proportional band setting 10
• Sets the proportional band for OUT1.
• The control action becomes ON/OFF action when set to 0 or 0.0
• Setting range: 0 to 1000 (2000 ), 0.0 to 999.9 ( ) or
0.0 to 100.0%
OUT2 proportional band setting 1.0 times
• Sets the proportional band for OUT2.
• The control action becomes ON/OFF action when OUT1
proportional band is set to 0 or 0.0
• Setting range: 0.0 to 10.0 times (multiplying factor to OUT1
proportional band)
Integral time setting 200 seconds
• Sets integral time for OUT1.
• Setting the value to 0 disables the function.
• Auto-reset can be performed when PD action (I=0).
• Setting range: 0 to 1000 seconds
Derivative time setting 50 seconds
• Sets derivative time for OUT1.
• Setting the value to 0 disables the function.
• Setting range: 0 to 300 seconds
ARW setting 50%
• Sets ARW for OUT1.
• Setting the value to 0 disables the function.
• Available only when PID is the control action.
• Setting range: 0 to 100%
OUT1 proportional cycle setting 30 seconds or
• Sets proportional cycle for OUT1. 3 seconds
• Not available for ON/OFF action or DC current output type.
• Setting range: 1 to 120 seconds
OUT2 proportional cycle setting 3 seconds
• Sets proportional cycle for OUT2.
• Not available when OUT2 is ON/OFF action
• Setting range: 1 to 120 seconds
A1 setting 0
• Sets action point for A1 output.
• Not available if No alarm action is selected in A1 action selection
• Refer to (Table 5.3-1).
A2 setting 0
• Sets action point for A2 output.
• Not available if No alarm action is selected in A2 action selection
• Refer to (Table 5.3-1).
. , Heater burnout alarm setting 0.0A
XX.X • Sets the heater current value for Heater burnout alarm.
displayed • Self-holding is not available for the alarm output.
alternately • Rating 5A : 0.0 to 5.0A Rating 10A: 0.0 to 10.0A
Rating 20A: 0.0 to 20.0A Rating 50A: 0.0 to 50.0A
 (Table 5.3-1)
Alarm action type Setting range
High limit alarm – (Input span) to input span ( ) *1
Low limit alarm – (Input span) to input span ( ) *1
High/Low limits alarm 0 to input span ( ) *1
High/Low limit range alarm 0 to input span ( ) *1
Process high alarm Input range low limit value to input range high limit value *2
Process low alarm Input range low limit value to input range high limit value *2
High limit alarm with standby – (Input span) to input span ( ) *1
Low limit alarm with standby – (Input span) to input span ( ) *1
High/Low limits alarm with standby 0 to input span ( ) *1
• When input has a decimal point, negative low limit value is –199.9,
and positive high limit value is 999.9.
• All alarm actions except process alarms are deviation setting to the main setting.
*1: For DC input, the input span is the same as the scaling span.
*2: For DC input, input range low (high) limit value is the same as scaling low (high) limit value.

5.4 Auxiliary function setting mode 1

Character Name, Function, Setting range Default value
Setting value lock designation Unlock status
• Locks the setting values to prevent setting errors.
The setting item to be locked depends on the designation.
• When Lock 1 or Lock 2 is designated, PID Auto- tuning and
Auto-reset cannot be carried out.
• (Unlock) : All setting values can be changed.
(Lock 1): None of the setting values can be changed.
(Lock 2): Only main setting mode can be changed.
(Lock 3): All setting values can be changed. However, they return to
their
former value after power is turned off because they are not
saved in the non-volatile memory.
SV high limit setting 1370
• Sets the SV high limit.
• Setting range: SV low limit to input range high limit value
or SV low limit to scaling high limit value
SV low limit setting –200
• Sets the SV low limit.
• Setting range: Input range low limit value to SV high limit
or scaling low limit value to SV high limit
Sensor correction setting 0.0
• Sets the correction value for the sensor.
• Setting range: –100.0 to 100.0 ( ), or –1000 to 1000

5.5 Auxiliary function setting mode 2

Character Name, Function, Setting range Default value
Input type selection K
• The input type can be selected from thermocouple (22 types), (–200 to 1370 )
RTD (8 types), DC current (2 types) and DC voltage (4 types),
and the unit / can be selected as well.
K –200 to 1370 : K –320 to 2500 :
–199.9 to 400.0 : –199.9 to 750.0 :
J –200 to 1000 : J –320 to 1800 :
R 0 to 1760 : R 0 to 3200 :
S 0 to 1760 : S 0 to 3200 :
B 0 to 1820 : B 0 to 3300 :
E –200 to 800 : E –320 to 1500 :
T –199.9 to 400.0 : T –199.9 to 750.0 :
N –200 to 1300 :
PL- 0 to 1390 : N –320 to 2300 :
C (W/Re5-26)0 to 2315 : PL- 0 to 2500 :
C (W/Re5-26) 0 to 4200 :

Pt100 –199.9 to 850.0 : Pt100 –199.9 to 999.9 :

JPt100 –199.9 to 500.0 : JPt100 –199.9 to 900.0 :
Pt100 –200 to 850 : Pt100 –300 to 1500 :
JPt100 –200 to 500 : JPt100 –300 to 900 :

4 to 20mA –1999 to 9999:

0 to 20mA –1999 to 9999:
0 to 1V –1999 to 9999:
0 to 5V –1999 to 9999:
1 to 5V –1999 to 9999:
0 to 10V –1999 to 9999:
Scaling high limit setting 9999
• Sets scaling high limit value.
• Available only for DC input type
• Setting range: Scaling low limit value to input range high limit
value
Scaling low limit setting –1999
• Sets scaling low limit value.
• Available only for DC input type
• Setting range: Input range low limit value to scaling high limit
value
Decimal point place selection No decimal
• Selects decimal point place. point
• Available only for DC input
• No decimal point: 1 digit after decimal point:
2 digits after decimal point:
3 digits after decimal point:
PV filter time constant setting 0.0 seconds
• Sets PV filter time constant.
(If the value is set too large, it affects control result due to the
delay of response)
• Setting range: 0.0 to 10.0 seconds
OUT1 high limit setting 100%
• Sets the high limit value of OUT1.
Not available for ON/OFF action
• Setting range: OUT1 low limit value to 105%
(Setting greater than 100% is effective to the current output type)
OUT1 low limit setting 0%
• Sets the low limit value of OUT1.
Not available for ON/OFF action.
• Setting range: –5% to OUT1 high limit value
(Setting less than 0% is effective to the current output type)
OUT1 ON/OFF action hysteresis setting 1.0
• Sets ON/OFF action hysteresis for OUT1.
Available only when the control action is ON/OFF action
• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
OUT2 action mode selection Air cooling
• Selects OUT2 action from air cooling, oil cooling and water
cooling.
• Air cooling: , oil cooling: , water cooling:
OUT2 high limit setting 100%
• Sets the high limit value of OUT2.
• Setting range: OUT2 low limit value to 105%
(Setting greater than 100% is effective to DC current output type)
OUT2 low limit setting 0%
• Sets the low limit value of OUT2.
• Setting range: -5% to OUT2 high limit value
(Setting less than 0% is effective to DC current output type)
Overlap band/Dead band setting 0
• Sets the overlap band or dead band for OUT1 and OUT2.
+ setting value: Dead band
– setting value: Overlap band
• Setting range: –100.0 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000

OUT2 ON/OFF action hysteresis setting 1.0

• Sets ON/OFF action hysteresis for OUT2.
• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
A1 action selection No alarm action
• Selects an action for A1.
No alarm action :
High limit alarm action :
Low limit alarm action :
High/Low limits alarm action :
High/Low limit range alarm action :
Process high alarm action :
Process low alarm action :
High limit alarm action with standby :
Low limit alarm action with standby :
High/Low limits alarm action with standby:
A2 action selection No alarm action
• Selects an action for A2.
• Action selection and default value are the same as those of A1
action selection.
A1 action Energized/Deenergized selection Energized
• Selects Energized/Deenergized for A1.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A1 action selection
• Energized: Deenergized:
A2 action Energized/Deenergized selection Energized
• Selects Energized/deenergized for A2.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A2 action selection
• Action selection and default value are the same as those of A1
action Energized/Deenergized selection.
A1 hysteresis setting 1.0
• Sets hysteresis for A1.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A1 action selection
• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
A2 hysteresis setting 1.0
• Sets hysteresis for A2.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A2 action selection
• Setting range: 0.1 to 100.0 ( )or 1 to 1000
A1 action delayed timer setting 0 seconds
• Sets action delayed timer for A1.
When setting time has passed after entering alarm output area,
alarm output activates.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A1 action selection
• Setting range: 0 to 9999 seconds
A2 action delayed timer setting 0 seconds
• Sets action delayed timer for A2.
When setting time passes after the input enters alarm output
range, alarm output activates.
• Not available if No alarm is selected in A2 action selection
• Setting range: 0 to 9999 seconds
 Direct/ Reverse action selection Reverse
• Selects Reverse (Heating) or Direct (Cooling) action. (Heating) action
• Reverse (Heating) :
Direct (Cooling) :
AT bias setting 20
• Sets bias value during PID auto-tuning.
• Not available if input is DC current type or DC voltage type.
• Setting range: 0 to 50 (0 to 100 )or 0.0 to 50.0 (0.0 to
100.0 )
Output status selection when input burnout Output OFF
• Selects whether OUT1 output is OFF or not when DC
input is overscale or underscale.
• Available only for DC current output type
• (Output OFF) (Output ON)
OUT/OFF key function selection OUT/OFF
• Selects whether OUT/OFF key is used for control output function
OUT/OFF function or for Auto/Manual control function.
• (OUT/OFF function)
(Auto/Manual control function)

Sensor correction function

This corrects the input value from the sensor. When a sensor cannot be set at a location where
control is desired, the sensor measuring temperature may deviate from the temperature in the
controlled location. When controlling with plural controllers, the accuracy of sensors affects the
control. Therefore, sometimes the measured temperature (input value) does not concur with the
same setting value. In such a case, the control can be set at the desired temperature by adjusting
the input value of sensors.

Energized/Deenergized
When [alarm action energized] is selected, the alarm output (between terminals 3-4, or 3-5)
is conducted (ON) while the alarm output indicator is lit.
The alarm output is not conducted (OFF) while the alarm output indicator is not lit.
When [alarm action deenergized] is selected, the alarm output (between terminals 3-4, or 3-5) is not
conducted (OFF) while the alarm output indicator is lit.
The alarm output is conducted (ON) while the alarm output indicator is not lit.

A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis

ON ON

OFF OFF
SV setting + A1 setting point SV setting + A1 setting point

High limit alarm (When Energized is set) High limit alarm (When Deenergized is
set)
(Fig. 5.5-1)
(Fig. 5.5-2)

5.6 Auto/Manual control function

Name, Functions
 Auto/Manual control function
• If Auto/Manual control function is selected in the OUT/OFF key function selection,
Automatic or Manual control function can be switched by pressing the key in the PV/SV
display mode.
If control action is switched from automatic to manual or vice versa, balanceless-bumpless
function works to prevent sudden change of manipulated variable.
When automatic control is switched to manual control, the least significant digit of the decimal
point blinks on the SV display, and the output manipulated variable (MV) can be increased or
decreased by pressing or key to perform the control.
By pressing the key again, the mode reverts to the PV/SV display mode (automatic
control). (Whenever the power to the controller is turned on, automatic control starts.)

5.7 Control output OFF function

Character Name, Functions
Control output OFF function
• A function to pause the control action or turn the control output of the unused
instrument of the plural units OFF even if the power to the instrument is supplied.
[ ] is indicated on the PV display while the function is working.
• Pressing the key for approximately 1 second turns the control output
OFF.
• Once the control output OFF function is enabled, the function cannot be
released even if the power to the instrument is turned OFF and ON again.
Control output OFF function keeps working.
To cancel the function, press the key again for approx. 1 second.
5.8 Output manipulated variable (MV) indication
Name and function
Output manipulated variable indication
• In the PV/SV display mode, press the key for approx. 3 seconds.
Keep pressing the key until the output manipulated variable shows up, though the main
setting mode appears temporarily during the process.
(The SV display indicates output manipulated variable and a decimal point blinks in a 0.5 second
cycle.)
If the key is pressed again, the mode reverts to the PV/SV display.
6. Running
After the controller has been mounted to the control panel and wiring is completed, it can be started
in the following manner.
(1) Turn the power supply to the KT4 Series ON.
Turn the power supply to the KT4 Series ON.
• For approx. 3s after the power is switched ON, the sensor input character and the temperature unit
will be indicated on the PV display and input range high limit value on the SV display. See (Table
5-1). (If any other value has been set in the scaling high limit setting, the SV display indicates it)
During this time, all outputs and LED indicators are in OFF status.
• After that, control starts indicating input value on the PV display, and main setting value on the SV
display.
• While the Control output OFF function is working, is indicated on the PV display.
(2) Input each setting value.
Input each setting value, referring to “5. Setup”.
(3) Turn the load circuit power ON.
Starts the control action so as to keep the controlled object at the main setting value.
7. Action explanation
7.1 OUT1 action
Heating (Reverse) action Cooling (Direct) action

Proportional band Proportional band

ON ON
Control
action
OFF OFF

SV setting SV setting

6 6 6 6 6 6
Relay contact
output 7 7 7 7 7 7

Cycle action is performed according to deviation Cycle action is performed according to deviation

+ 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 6
Non-contact 12V DC 12/0V DC 0V DC 0V DC 0/12V DC 12V DC
voltage output 7 7 7 7 7 7
Cycle action is performed according to deviation Cycle action is performed according to deviation

+ 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 6
DC current 20mA DC 20 to 4mA DC 4mA DC 4mA DC 4 to 20mA DC 20mA DC
output 7 7 7 7 7 7

Changes continuously according to deviation Changes continuously according to deviation

Indication
(OUT1) Green
Lit Unlit Unlit Lit

part : Acts ON or OFF.

7.2 EVT (Heater burnout alarm) action

ON
3 3
Output
OFF
Alarm action
5 5
Setting
Small Large Indication
Load current
Lit Unlit
7.3 OUT1 ON/OFF action
Heating (Reverse) action Cooling (Direct)action

Hysteresis Hysteresis

ON ON
Control
action
OFF OFF

SV setting SV setting
6 6 6 6
Relay contact
output
7 7 7 7

+ 6 + 6 + 6 + 6
Non-contact
12V DC 0V DC 0V DC 12V DC
voltage output
7 7 7 7

+ 6 + 6 + 6 + 6
DC current
20mA DC 4mA DC 4mA DC 20mA DC
output
7 7 7 7

Indication
(OUT1) Green
Lit Unlit Unlit Lit

part: Acts ON or OFF.

7.4 Temperature alarm action
High limit alarm Low limit alarm High/Low limits alarm

A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis

ON ON ON
Alarm
action

OFF OFF OFF

A1 setting SV + A1 setting A1 setting SV + A1 setting A1 setting SV A1 setting
point setting point point setting point point setting point

+ side + side
Alarm
output
side side

High/Low limit range alarm Process high alarm Process low alarm

A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis

ON ON ON
Alarm
action

OFF OFF OFF

A1 setting SV A1 setting A1 setting A1 setting
point setting point point point

Alarm
output

High limit alarm with standby Low limit alarm with standby High/Low limit alarm with standby

A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis A1 hysteresis

ON ON ON
Alarm
action

OFF OFF OFF

A1 setting SV + A1 setting A1 setting SV + A1 setting A1 setting SV A1 setting
point setting point point setting point point setting point

+ side + side
Alarm
output side side

: Alarm output terminals between 3 and 4 is ON.

: Alarm output terminals between 3 and 4 is ON or OFF.
: Alarm output terminals between 3 and 4 is OFF.
: Standby functions in this section.
A1 indicator lights up when output terminals between
3 and 4 is ON, and goes out when between them is OFF.
8. PID auto-tuning of this controller
In order to set each value of P, I, D and ARW automatically, this system gives a
fluctuation
to the controlled object to get an optimal value.
One of 3 types of fluctuation below is automatically selected.
(1) When the difference between the setting value and processing temperature is large as
the temperature rises.
When AT bias is set to 20 ( ), fluctuation is applied at the temperature 20 lower than the setting value.

Temp. Temperature 20 ( ) lower (1): Calculating PID constant

Setting than the setting value (2): PID contatnt calculated
value (3): Controlled by the PID
(4) constant set by auto-tuning.
(4): AT bias value

AT Time

(1) (2) (3) AT : Auto-tuning starting point

(2) When the control is stable
Fluctuation is applied at the setting value.
Temp.

(1): Calculating PID constant

Setting (2): PID constant calculated
value (3): Controlled by PID constant
set by auto-tuning

AT : Auto-tuning starting point

AT Time

(1) (2) (3)

(3) When the difference between the setting value and processing temperature is large as
the temperature falls.
When AT bias is set to 20 ( ), fluctuation is applied at the temperature 20 (
) higher than
the setting value.

Temp. Temperature 20 ( ) higher

than the setting value
(1): Calculating PID constacnt
(2): PID constant calculated
(3): Controlled by PID constant
Setting (4) set by auto-tuning
value (4): AT bias value

AT : Auto-tuning starting point

AT Time

(1) (2) (3)

9. Specifications
9.1 Standard specifications
Mounting method : Flush
Setting method : Input system
using membrane sheet key
Display PV display : Red LED 4 digits, character size 10.2 x 4.9 mm (H x W)
SV display : Green LED 4 digits, character size 8.8 x 4.9 mm (H x W)
Accuracy (Setting and Indication):
Thermocouple : Within 0.2% of input span 1digit, or within 2 (4 ),
whichever is greater
However R, S input 0 to 200 (400 ): Within 6 (12 )
B input 0 to 300 (600 ): Accuracy is not guaranteed
K, J, E, N input less than 0 (32 ): Within 0.4% of input span
1digit
RTD : Within 0.1% of input span 1digit, or
within 1 (2 ), whichever is greater
DC current : Within 0.2% of input span 1digit
DC voltage : Within 0.2% of input span 1digit
Input sampling period : 0.25 seconds
Input Thermocouple : K, J, R, S, B, E, T, N, PL- , C(W/Re5-26) External resistance, 100 or less
(However, B input: External resistance, 40 or less)
RTD : Pt100, JPt100, 3-wire system
Allowable input lead wire resistance
(10 or less per wire)
DC current : 0 to 20mA DC, 4 to 20mA DC
Input impedance: External shunt resistor (AKT4810) 50
Allowable input current (50mA or
less)
DC voltage : 0 to 1V DC Input impedance (1M or greater)
Allowable input voltage (5V or less)
Allowable signal source resistance (2k or less)
: 0 to 5V DC, 1 to 5V DC, 0 to 10V DC Input impedance (100k or
greater)
Allowable input voltage (15V or less)
Allowable signal source resistance (100 or less)
Control output
Relay contact : 1a, Control capacity 3A 250V AC (resistive
load)
1A 250V AC (inductive load
cosø=0.4)
Electrical life, 100,000 times
Non-contact voltage (For SSR drive): 12+2, 0V DC maximum 40mA (short circuit protected)
Current : 4 to 20mA DC, Load resistance, maximum 550
A1 output
Action : ON/OFF action
Hysteresis : 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
Output : Relay contact 1a
Control capacity, 3A 250V AC (resistive
load)
Electrical life, 100,000 times
Control action
PID action (with auto-tuning function)
PI action: When derivative time is set to 0
PD action (with auto reset function): When integral time is set to 0
P action (with auto reset function): When derivative and integral times are set to 0.
ON/OFF action: When proportional band is set to 0 or 0.0
OUT1 proportional band : 0 to 1000 (2000 ), 0.0 to 999.9 ( )
or 0.0 to 100.0%
(ON/OFF action when set to 0 or 0.0)
Integral time : 0 to 1000s (OFF when set to 0)
Derivative time : 0 to 300s (OFF when set to 0)
OUT1 proportional cycle : 1 to 120s (Not available for the current
output type)
ARW : 0 to 100%
OUT1 output hysteresis : 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
OUT1 output limit : 0 to 100% (DC current output type: –5 to 105%)

Circuit insulation configuration

Insulation

1 11 6
Power
Power CT
supply
Output
input
2 12 7
13
3 8
A1 14
13
14
üE Input 9
4 CPU 10
15

5 EVT (A2, Heater burnout

alarm) or OUT2
Insulated resistance : 10M or greater at 500V DC
Dielectric strength : 1.5kV AC for 1minute between input terminal and power terminal
1.5kV AC for 1minute between output terminal and power terminal
Supply voltage : 100 to 240V AC 50/60Hz, 24V AC/DC 50/60Hz
Allowable voltage fluctuation:
100 to 240V AC : 85 to 264V AC
24V AC/DC : 20 to 28V AC/DC
Power consumption : Approx. 8VA
Ambient temperature : 0 to 50 (32 to 122 )
Ambient humidity : 35 to 85%RH (no condensation)
Weight : Approx. 150g
External dimension : 48 x 48 x 96.5mm (W x H x D)
Material : Flame resistant resin (Case)
Color : Ash gray (Case)
Attached function
[Setting value lock]
[Sensor correction]
[Auto/manual control switching]
[Input burnout]
Thermocouple and RTD inputs
If the input value exceeds the Indication range high limit value, the PV display blinks “ ”,
and if the input value exceeds the Indication range low limit value, the PV display blinks “ ”.
If the input value exceeds the Control range, OUT1 and OUT2 are turned off (for DC current
output type, OUT1 low limit value and OUT2 low limit value).
(However, for manual control, it outputs the preset manipulated variable)
Input Input range Indication range Control range
–199.9 to 400.0 –199.9 to 450.0 –205.0 to 450.0
K T
–199.9 to 750.0 –199.9 to 850.0 –209.0 to 850.0
–200 to –250 to –250 to
1370 1420 1420
K
–320 to –370 to –370 to
2500 2550 2550
–200 to –250 to –250 to
1000 1050 1050
J
–320 to –370 to –370 to
1800 1850 1850
0 to –50 to –50 to
R S
1760 1810 1810
 0 to –50 to –50 to
3200 3250 3250
0 to –50 to –50 to
1820 1870 1870
B
0 to –50 to –50 to
3300 3350 3350
–200 to 800 –250 to 850 –250 to 850
E –320 to –370 to –370 to
1500 1550 1550
–200 to –250 to –250 to
1300 1350 1350
N
–320 to –370 to –370 to
2300 2350 2350
0 to –50 to –50 to
1390 1440 1440
PL-
0 to –50 to –50 to
2500 2550 2550
0 to –50 to –50 to
2315 2365 2365
C(W/Re5-26)
0 to –50 to –50 to
4200 4250 4250
–199.9 to 850.0 –199.9 to 900.0 –210.0 to 900.0
–200 to 850 –210 to 900 –210 to 900
Pt100
–199.9 to 999.9 –199.9 to 999.9 –211.0 to 1099.9
–300 to 1500 –318 to 1600 –318 to 1600
Input Input range Indication range Control range
–199.9 to 500.0 –199.9 to 550.0 –206.0 to 550.0
–200 to 500 –206 to 550 –206 to 550
JPt100
–199.9 to 900.0 –199.9 to 999.9 –211.0 to 999.9
–300 to 900 –312 to 1000 –312 to 1000

DC current and voltage inputs

If input value exceeds Indication range high limit value, PV display blinks “ ”, and if input
value exceeds the Indication low limit range, the PV display blinks “ ”.
If input value exceeds the Control range, OUT1 and OUT2 is turned ON or OFF, depending on
which has been selected in the [Output status selection on input burnout] (for DC current output
type, OUT1 high or low limit value, OUT2 high or low limit value). However, for manual control, it
outputs the preset manipulated variable.
Indication range : [Scaling low limit value – Scaling span x 1%] to [Scaling high limit value
+Scaling span x 10%]
(If the input value exceeds the range –1999 to 9999, the PV display blinks
“ ” or “ ”)
Control range : [Scaling low limit value – Scaling span x 1%] to [Scaling high limit value
+Scaling span x 10%]
DC input burnout: When DC input is burnt out, PV display blinks “ ” for 4 to 20mA DC
and 1 to 5V DC inputs, and “ ” for 0 to 1V DC input.
For 0 to 20mA DC, 0 to 5V DC and 0 to 10V DC inputs, the PV display
indicates the corresponding value for which 0mA or 0V is inputted.
[Burnout]
When the thermocouple or RTD input is burnt out, OUT1 is turned off (for DC current output type,
OUT1 low limit value) and PV display blinks “ ”.
[Self-diagnosis]
The CPU is monitored by a watchdog timer, and when any abnormal status is found on the
CPU, the controller is switched to warm-up status.
[Automatic cold junction temperature compensation] (Only thermocouple input type)
This detects the temperature at the connecting terminal between the thermocouple and the
instrument, and always keeps it set to the same status as when the reference junction is located
at 0 (32 ).
[Power failure countermeasure]
The setting data is backed up in the non-volatile memory.
 [Warm-up indication]
After the power supply to the instrument is turned on, the sensor input character and temperature
unit are indicated on the PV display and input range high limit value is indicated on the SV display
for 3 seconds.
For DC current and voltage inputs, the scaling high limit value is indicated.
Accessories included: Screw type mounting bracket 1 set
Instruction manual 1 copy
CT (Current transformer)
For rating 5A, 10A, 20A, AKT4815 1 piece
For rating 50A, AKT4816 1 piece
Accessories sold separately: Terminal cover (AKT4801) 1 piece
For DC current input, 50 shunt resistor (AKT4810) 1 piece

9.2 Optional specifications

Alarm 2 (A2)
Action : ON/OFF action
Hysteresis : 0.1 to 100.0 ( ), or 1 to 1000
Output : Relay contact 1a
Control capacity, 3A 250V AC (Resistive load)
Electrical life, 100,000 times

Heater burnout alarm (including sensor burnout alarm)

Watches the heater current with CT (current transformer), and detects the burnout.
This option cannot be applied to DC current output type.
Rating : 5A, 10A, 20A, 50A (Must be specified)
Setting range : 5A, 0.0 to 5.0A (Off when set to 0.0)
10A, 0.0 to 10.0A (Off when set to 0.0)
20A, 0.0 to 20.0A (Off when set to 0.0)
50A, 0.0 to 50.0A (Off when set to 0.0)
Setting accuracy: Within 5% of the rated value
Action : ON/OFF action
Output : Relay contact 1a
Control capacity, 3A 250V AC (resistive load)
Electrical life, 100,000 times
Heating/Cooling control (OUT2)
• OUT2 side
Proportional band: 0.0 to 10.0 times OUT1 proportional band (ON/OFF action when set to 0.0)
Proportional cycle: 1 to 120 seconds
• Overlap band/Dead band setting range
Thermocouple, RTD input: –100.0 to 100.0 ( )
DC current, DC voltage input: –1000 to 1000 (The placement of the decimal point follows the
selection)
• OUT2 output ON/OFF action hysteresis setting
Thermocouple, RTD input: 0.1 to 100.0 ( )
DC current, DC voltage input: 1 to 1000 (The placement of the decimal point follows the selection)
• Integral and derivative time are the same as those of OUT1.
• OUT2 action mode selection function
Air cooling (linear characteristic), Oil cooling (1.5th power of the linear characteristic),
Water cooling (2nd power of the linear characteristic)
• Output
Non-contact relay, Control capacity 0.3A 250V AC

10. Troubleshooting
If any malfunctions occur, refer to the following items after checking the power supply to the controller.
10.1 Indication
Problem Presumed cause and solution
PV display is indicating [ ]. • Control output OFF function is working.
Press the key for approx. 1 second to release the function.
[ ] is blinking on the PV • Thermocouple, RTD or DC voltage (0 to 1V DC) is burnt out.
display. Change each sensor.
How to check sensor burnout
[Thermocouple]
If the input terminal of the instrument is shorted, and if nearby
room temperature is indicated, the instrument should be normal
and sensor may be burnt out.
[RTD]
If approx. 100 of resistance is connected to the input
terminal
between A-B of the instrument and between B-B is shorted,
and if nearby 0 (32 ) is indicated, the instrument should be
normal and sensor may be burnout.
[DC voltage (0 to 1V DC)]
If the input terminal of the instrument is shorted, and if scaling low
limit value is indicated, the instrument should be normal
and the signal wire may be burnt out.
• Is the input terminal of thermocouple, RTD or DC voltage (0 to 1V
DC) securely mounted to the instrument terminal?
Connect the sensor terminal to the instrument terminal securely.
[ ] is blinking on the PV • Check if input signal source of DC voltage (1 to 5V DC) or DC
display. current (4 to 20mA DC) is normal.
How to check each signal wire
[DC voltage (1 to 5V DC)]
If the input to the input terminal of the instrument is 1V DC and
scaling low limit value is indicated, the instrument should be
normal and the signal wire may be disconnected.
[DC current (4 to 20mA DC)]
If the input to the input terminal of the instrument is 4mA DC and
scaling low limit value is indicated, the instrument should be
normal and the signal wire may be disconnected.
[ ] is blinking on the PV • Is Input signal wire of DC voltage (1 to 5V DC), DC current (4 to
display. 20mA DC) securely connected to the instrument terminal?
Connect the signal lead wire to the instrument terminal securely.
• Is polarity of thermocouple or compensating lead wire correct?
Do codes (A, B, B) of RTD agree with the instrument terminal?
Wire them properly.
The PV display keeps indicating • Check if the input signal source for DC voltage (0 to 5V DC,
the value which was set in 0 to 10V DC) and DC current (0 to 20mA DC) is normal.
scaling low limit value.
How to check each signal wire
[DC voltage (0 to 5V DC, 0 to 10V DC)]
If the input to the input terminal of the instrument is 1V DC and
the value corresponding to 1V DC is indicated, the instrument
should be normal and the signal wire may be disconnected.
[DC current (0 to 20mA DC)]
If the input to the input terminal of the instrument is 1mA DC and
the value corresponding to 1mA DC is indicated, the instrument
should be normal and the signal wire may be disconnected.
• Is the input terminal of DC voltage (0 to 5V DC, 0 to 10V DC) and
DC current (0 to 20mA DC) securely mounted to the instrument
terminal?
Mount the sensor terminal to the instrument terminal securely.
 The indication of PV display is • Is sensor input or temperature unit ( or ) correct?
abnormal or unstable. Select the proper sensor input and temperature unit ( or ).
• Sensor correcting value is unsuitable.
Set the value suitably.
• Is the specification of the sensor correct?
Set the sensor to the proper specification.
• AC leaks into the sensor circuit.
Use an ungrounded type sensor.
• There may be a piece of equipment producing inductive
interference or noise near the controller.
Keep the equipment producing inductive interference or noise
away from the controller.
The PV display is indicating • Internal memory is defective.
[ ]. Contact our agency or us.

10.2 Key operation

Problem Presumed cause and solution
• Unable to set the main setting, • Setting value lock (Lock 1 or Lock 2) is designated.
P, I, D, proportional cycle or Release the lock designation.
alarm setting • During PID auto-tuning or auto-reset.
• The values do not change by In the case of PID auto-tuning, cancel the tuning.
, key operation. It takes approximately 4 minutes until auto-reset is finished.
The setting indication does not • SV high or low limit value in the Auxiliary function setting mode 1
change in the input range even if may be set at the point the value does not change.
the , keys are Set the proper value while in the Auxiliary function setting
pressed, mode 1.
and unable to set the value.

10.3 Control
Problem Presumed cause and solution
Temperature does not rise. • Sensor is out of order.
Replace the sensor.
• Sensor or control output terminal is not securely mount
ed to
the instrument terminal.
Mount the sensor or control output terminal to the in
strument
terminal securely.
• The wiring of sensor or control output terminal is mist
aken.
Wire it properly..
The control output remains • OUT1 or OUT2 low limit value is set to 100% or gr
eater
ON status. in Auxiliary function setting mode 2.
Set the value appropriately.
 The control output remains • OUT1 or OUT2 high limit value is set to 0% or less
in
OFF status. Auxiliary function setting mode 2.
Set the value appropriately.

• If you have any inquiries, please consult our agency or the shop where you purchased the unit.

Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. Tatsuno Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd.

Mail address : 300 Katayama, Tatsuno-cho, Tatsuno-city, Hyogo-pref, Japan
Telephone : +81-791-63-0511

No.KT41E1 2002.03