Product Details
Configured for peripheral interface signal routing in Honeywell Universal Station nodes, the Honeywell 51304584-300 (51304584 EPDGP I/O Board) provides direct physical/electrical execution for video, keyboard, cursor, and drive communications across Z-Console architectures.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 51304584-300 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA |
| Operating Temp | 0 deg C to +50 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 15 W max at backplane supply rails |
| System Compatibility | Honeywell Universal Station (EPDG and EPDG2) |
| Module Type | Enhanced Process Display Generator Peripheral (EPDGP) I/O |
| Supported Interfaces | Video, cursor control, keyboard, Zip/Bernoulli drive, parallel printer |
| Keyboard Compatibility | 51401952-100, 51401952-200 operator keyboards |
| Hardware Configuration | Jumper-selectable inverted sync and default background color |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel-to-Channel Isolation
The board isolates peripheral subsystem grounds from the main station bus to maintain signal stability across high-density operator consoles. By eliminating common-mode ground noise across video and serial peripheral links, the module prevents potential high-frequency cross-talk from interfering with adjacent cabinet signal buses carrying 4-20 mA HART loop protocol telemetry and field I/O processing paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What hardware revision level is required on the 51304584-300 for mass storage device support?
A: Rev G or higher is required to support Zip and Bernoulli drive interface communications.
Q: How is the default video display background configured on the board?
A: Onboard jumpers determine the default display state, allowing hardware selection between a grey or black background upon initialization.
Q: Is this module compatible with both EPDG and EPDG2 platform revisions?
A: Yes, the board integrates directly into Universal Station Z-Console architectures utilizing either EPDG or EPDG2 display generator assemblies.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power down the operator workstation chassis before seating the module into the card cage slot.
- Observe static discharge safety protocols and wear a grounded wrist strap during installation.
- Verify jumper configurations for video sync polarity and default background settings prior to applying backplane power.
- Ensure terminal connections for peripheral keyboards and cursor devices are secured to avoid intermittent serial communication loss.
Additional Information
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