ACM/ASM Series Accessory Modules

The ACM (PC protocol) and ASM (SPI protocol) communications modules are used in conjunction with Athena's AIM series hot runner temperature controllers. Both provide alarm warning tones and contact closures. Additionally, they allow external contact closures to set all system AIMs to a standby setpoint and/or turn off output power.

• All of the Advanced Intelligent Microprocessor's (AIM) user-adjustable parameters can be viewed or changed by a remote terminal or computer via the ACM or ASM module.
• Up to 99 AIM modules can be monitored and controlled. By processing and storing all incoming data, the ACM and ASM communications modules provide information and control capability to a remote system operator.
• Six easy-to-read screens. When the ACM is connected to a terminal, all incoming information is displayed within a screen format. No additional software is needed. The ACM automatically makes all information available through six different screens: System Configuration, All Zone Monitor, Group 1 Monitor, Group 2 Monitor, Command Help or Heater Current.
• User-friendly command formats. To accommodate different user styles and proficiency levels, computer terminal commands can be entered using three different command formats. Quick-entry commands utilize a single letter. Verbose commands utilize a complete word. Hot-key commands utilize the Control key and a single letter.
• One command views a zone's operational status. The ACM's programming allows a single letter command to read and display the complete status information of any desired zone.
• Operational programs. Users can generate their own programs that will permit them to control, monitor, and data log all accessible AIM parameters.

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