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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Description ............................................................................................................................................................ 1-1
Approvals.......................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Source ............................................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Detector-Transmitter......................................................................................................................................... 1-2
Communications and Measurement Display..................................................................................................... 1-2
Inputs and Outputs ............................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Features............................................................................................................................................................. 1-4
How to Use This Manual....................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Setting Up the Gauge ........................................................................................................................................ 1-5
Thermo Technical Services ................................................................................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 2
Getting Started ................................................................................................................................. 2-1
Communicating with the Gauge............................................................................................................................ 2-1
Serial Communications Setup ........................................................................................................................... 2-1
HART Communications ................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Measurement Display............................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Entering Data and Commands............................................................................................................................... 2-3
Use the Arrow Keys to Navigate the Setup Menus........................................................................................... 2-3
Entering Numbers ............................................................................................................................................. 2-3
Exiting the Menus and Saving Your Entries ..................................................................................................... 2-3
Hand-Held Terminal Keypad............................................................................................................................ 2-4
Setup Menus.......................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
Reset Entries to Factory Defaults...................................................................................................................... 2-4
Service-Only Menu Items ................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Direct Entry........................................................................................................................................................... 2-5
Overview of Setup Menus..................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Chapter 3
Set Up Level, Level Alarms, and Volume....................................................................................... 3-1
Set up the Level Measurement .............................................................................................................................. 3-1
Set Up Level Menu ........................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Do Not/Do Enable Custom Setup ..................................................................................................................... 3-3
Allow Display of Units ................................................................................................................................. 3-3
Level Units........................................................................................................................................................ 3-3
Measurement Range for Current Output........................................................................................................... 3-3
Position of Decimal (level) ............................................................................................................................... 3-4
How to Set Up Alarms .......................................................................................................................................... 3-4
Set Up Alarm 1 Menu.................................................................................................................................... 3-5
Special Relay Controls...................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Alarms: Set Point and Clear Point/Dead Band.................................................................................................. 3-6
High Limit and Low Limit Alarms ................................................................................................................... 3-7
Alarm Indicators ............................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Background Measurement..................................................................................................................................... 3-8
Standardization...................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Deferring Standardization ................................................................................................................................. 3-9
Standardization Procedure ................................................................................................................................ 3-9
Calibration............................................................................................................................................................3-10
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Chapter 7
Action Items ...................................................................................................................................... 7-1
Common Action Items .......................................................................................................................................... 7-2
Alarm Action Items ............................................................................................................................................... 7-3
Hold Action Items ................................................................................................................................................. 7-4
Serial Port Related Action Items ........................................................................................................................... 7-5
Chapter 8
Serial Ports, Contact Inputs, Special Fcts ...................................................................................... 8-1
Serial Ports ............................................................................................................................................................ 8-2
Serial Port Related Menus................................................................................................................................. 8-2
RS-232 and RS-485 Configuration Menus ....................................................................................................... 8-3
Data Transmission (data streaming) Setup........................................................................................................ 8-4
PartyLine Communications................................................................................................................................. 8-6
Setting up a Party-Line ..................................................................................................................................... 8-6
PartyLine Modes ............................................................................................................................................. 8-6
Party-Line Commands ...................................................................................................................................... 8-7
Party-Line Limitations ...................................................................................................................................... 8-7
Set Up Data Format Menu ................................................................................................................................ 8-8
Contact Inputs ....................................................................................................................................................... 8-9
Special Functions .................................................................................................................................................8-10
Special Relay Controls.....................................................................................................................................8-11
Multiple Setups ................................................................................................................................................8-12
Custom Units Messages ...................................................................................................................................8-12
Chapter 9
Security, Diagnostics, and Service Menus ...................................................................................... 9-1
Security Items........................................................................................................................................................ 9-1
Diagnostics: System Test, Related Items .............................................................................................................. 9-2
Relay History Logs ........................................................................................................................................... 9-3
Snapshot Menu.................................................................................................................................................. 9-4
User Service and Related Items............................................................................................................................. 9-6
Factory Service and Related Items ........................................................................................................................ 9-8
Test Relays (factory service submenu) ............................................................................................................. 9-9
Signal Diagnostics (factory service submenu) .................................................................................................9-10
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................10-1
Contacting Thermo...............................................................................................................................................10-1
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................................10-1
No Display .......................................................................................................................................................10-1
Scintillation Detector Problems .......................................................................................................................10-2
Current Board Problems...................................................................................................................................10-2
Relay Problems ................................................................................................................................................10-2
Appendix A Special Measurement Codes............................................................................................................A-1
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
Description
The gauge consists of the source head that contains the radioisotope source and the
detector-transmitter that contains the scintillator detector and electronics. The
radioisotope source emits gamma radiation that passes through the process material. The
detector measures the energy of the radiation arriving at the detector after passing
through the process material (and vessel walls). The gauge determines the level of the
process material by measuring the amount of radiation arriving at the detector, which
varies with the level of the process material.
The source head and detector-transmitter are mounted on opposite sides of the tank as
illustrated below. Refer to the installation guide (717760) for installation and wiring
instructions.
Source
Head
DetectorTransmitter
Approvals
The gauge is certified for use in hazardous locations as follows.
FM/CSA
Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C, D
Note:
Refer to the tag on your gauge to verify the hazardous location approval
information for your gauge.
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Source
A Cesium (Cs137) radioisotope source is used for most applications. A Cobalt (Co60)
source is available for applications requiring a higher energy source. The radioisotope is
bound in ceramic pellets and double encapsulated in a pair of sealed stainless-steel
containers. The resulting source capsule is highly resistant to vibration and mechanical
shock.
The source capsule is further enclosed in the source head, a lead-filled, welded steel
housing. A shaped opening in the lead shielding directs the gamma radiation beam
through the process material towards the detector. Outside of the beam path, the energy
escaping the source head is very low and well within prescribed limits. Closing the
source shutter allows the beam to be turned off (the shutter blocks the radiation) during
installation or servicing of the gauge. All source housings meet or exceed the safety
requirements of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and Agreement State
regulations. Refer to the Customer Radiation Safety Manual (717821) for more
information.
Detector-Transmitter
The gauge uses a scintillator-type detector to measure the radiation reaching the detector
from the source. The detector consists of a special plastic scintillator material, a
photomultiplier tube, and associated electronics. When radiation strikes the plastic
scintillator material, small flashes of light are emitted. As the density of the process
material increases, more of the gamma radiation is absorbed by the process material and
fewer light pulses are generated by the scintillator material. A photomultiplier tube and
the associated detector electronics converts the light pulses into electrical pulses that are
processed to determine the process material level and related measurement values.
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The HART communication protocol is supported over the 4-20 mA current output with
an optional daughter board. You communicate with the gauge using the standard Fisher
Rosemount 275 HART hand-held communicator. Refer to the LevelPRO HART
Operation Manual (717817) for detailed instructions.
System options include AC power, relays, and an external two-line display. An auxiliary
4-20 mA current input allows the current output from another sensor, such as a pressure
sensor, to be input to the gauge. This input value can be used to modify the level
measurement using Special Equations (see page 4-6).
Input/Output Characteristics
Type
Current Output
Characteristics
3.8-20.5 mA dc
Standard Configuration:
Isolated, Loop-powered,
24 Vdc Input, 700 ohm max. load
Alternate Configurations
1) Non-Isolated, Self-Powered,
700 ohm max. load, or
2) Isolated, Self-Powered,
700 ohm max. load
Comments
Default range is 4-20 mA dc. One
current output is provided on the CPU
board.
Reconfigure current output as:
1) Non-Isolated, Self-Powered
by moving a jumper, or
2) Isolated, Self-Powered, requires
piggy-back board,
(TMT P/N 886595)
Half-duplex communication to PC or
Hand-Held Terminal (HHT).
HART
Communications
Relays
Serial
Communications
Auxilliary Current
Input
External Display
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Features
Dynamic Menu System
The Setup Menus guide you through the configuration procedure for the gauge. The Set
up level, level alarms, and volume menu group includes all of the basic parameters and
commands required to quickly configure your gauge. Additional menu groups provide
specialized parameters and commands allowing the gauge to be tailored to a wide variety
of applications.
Direct-entry menu shortcuts are also provided, allowing experienced users to access
menu items and commands directly, bypassing the menu system.
Instantaneous Response
Our Dynamic Process Tracking (DPT) ensures that there is no lag time in the system
response to significant changes in the process level. When changes occur, the DPT
feature reduces the normal averaging time constant by a factor of eight, ensuring a rapid,
yet smooth output response. When the process level stabilizes, a longer time constant is
applied to reduce the fluctuations inherent in radiation-based measurements. In this way,
process level changes are immediately reflected in the transmitter output, while the
effects of statistical variations in the radiation measurement are greatly reduced.
Built in Volume Measurement
Select from a list of pre-defined tank shapes, enter the tank dimensions, and the gauge
computes tank volume from an internal equation library. Alternately, you can define
volume as a polynomial expression based on the level (height) or as a table of volume
and height value pairs.
Multiple Readouts
Select up to eight measurement values for display. Available measurement types include
level, volume, ullage (unfilled volume), percent full, percent empty, percent level, mass,
and the rate of change of any these measurements.
Process Alarms
Define up to 16 process alarms in addition to the built-in system fault alarms and warning
alarms.
Fault Detection
Automatic verification and error correction software continuously monitors system
operations. System faults can be programmed to trigger alarms.
Output Signals
You can assign any measurement to the 4-20 mA current output, or the measurement
values can be sent to a remote terminal or host computer as serial data. The two contact
closure inputs can be used to activate any system command based on a user-provided
switch input (open or close). Two relay outputs are available on the optional AC
Power/Relay board.
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Chapter 8 Serial Ports, Contact Inputs, Special Fcts describes how to configure the
serial communication ports and how to assign commands to the contact closure inputs.
The Special functions menu items are also described.
Chapter 9 Security, Diagnostics, and Service Menus describes the security, diagnostic,
and service menus.
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting provides information that may help you identify the cause
of any problems you may have operating the gauge.
Appendix A Special Measurement Codes provides a list of some of the more useful
special measurement codes (measurements used for diagnostic purposes).
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Chapter 2
Getting Started
Warning:
Note:
When first applying power or when re-applying power to the gauge after an
extended period (several hours) with the power off, it is recommended that
you allow the gauge to warm up for several hours before you set up the
gauge (perform Background, Standardization, or Calibration
measurements, see Chapter 3).
The HHT requires an 8 Vdc power source. The RJ-11 connector (6 wide, 4
conductor) for the RS-485 port uses two wires (+ data, - data) for RS-485
communications and two wires (+8 Vdc, common) for the 8 V supply.
HART Communications
The HART communication protocol is supported over the 4-20 mA current output and
requires an optional daughter board. As practical, the HART menu structure mirrors the
menu structure as implemented in the gauge (and as described in this manual).
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Once the optional HART board is installed, the gauge enters a special mode of operation.
In this operation mode, all user-entered RS-232 selections are overridden and the RS-232
setup menus are disabled. The LevelPRO HART interface provides access to the basic
set-up functions including:
You communicate with the gauge using the standard Fisher Rosemount 275 HART handheld communicator. Refer to the LevelPRO HART Operation Manual, TMT Part No.
717817, for detailed instructions.
Measurement Display
The first time you apply power to the gauge (after you have established communications
with the gauge), the following message will be displayed.
Unit has not
been set up!
For setup, press
Once the gauge has been set up, the measurement display will show the level
measurement along with any additional measurements that have been defined. The
example display below shows the level measurement readout in centimeters.
23.69 cm level
The measurement display is continuously except when the Setup Menus are being
accessed. The displayed measurement values are updated approximately once every two
seconds. Measurements are updated at a much faster rate internally by the software. All
measurements continue to be updated even when they are not being displayed.
By default, the fourth line displays the For setup press prompt or alarm/warning
messages when they occur. Up to six measurements can be displayed; the display
alternates between showing measurements 1-3 and measurements 4-6. A maximum of
eight measurements can be displayed (four at a time) by disabling the For setup prompt
on the fourth line, see Special Functions on page 8-10.
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A Bad entry values message is displayed if you enter values that the
gauge cannot understand. If this happens, the gauge will display the bad
entry information when you enter the Setup Menus.
Entering Numbers
Use the number keys to enter data values. Use the (period) key for the decimal point
and the key to indicate a negative number. After keying in a number, press to
indicate the end of the number entry.
Decimal entries may be made in scientific notation by pressing the key a second time
during an entry to indicate the start of the exponent.
To enter:
Press:
4.567E6
4.567.6
If you are entering data from a terminal keyboard, you can type either E or e before
entering the exponent value, or you can also use as shown above.
When you press EXIT SETUP, your entries or changes are saved and used
by the gauge. If you do not exit the Setup Menus, any entries or changes
are stored and used by the gauge automatically after five minutes of
inactivity.
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After you have configured the gauge and the configuration settings have
been saved, the gauge retains the configuration settings even when power
is turned off.
Setup Menus
The Setup Menus provide a step-by-step procedure for entering the data required for
gauge operation. The dynamic menu system controls which menu items are displayed, so
that only menu selections pertinent to your application are presented. HELP screens are
provided at appropriate points within the menus.
In each menu item, the data value that can be entered or changed will be flashing. Enter
the requested parameter in each menu item as it is displayed to ensure other related menu
items are displayed. For example, to set up an alarm, you must enter a value for the set
point menu item in order to activate the rest of the Alarm Setup menu.
Note:
The appearance of the menu items as described in this manual may vary
slightly from the actual display on your gauge. The appearance of many
menu items (words and numbers) varies dynamically with context and will
depend on the parameter values and selections you enter during setup.
When you are using the Setup Menus, the display times out and returns to the
measurement display if no entries are made within a five minute period. Any changes or
entries you have made are saved and used by the gauge software. To continue with the
setup procedure, use the arrow keys to return to your previous place in the menus.
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number of additional, special purpose menu items. These additional tools (service-only
items) can be enabled using the Special Functions menu, see page 8-10.
Direct Entry
The direct entry method allows the user to bypass the menu structure and to directly
access a specific menu item. The direct entry method is useful for executing a specific
command or changing a data entry value without scrolling through the menus to reach the
desired item.
Note:
To use direct entry, you must know the direct entry (keypad) code. Menu items with sixdigit direct entry codes are data entry values, commands have 1, 2, or 3 digit identifiers.
To find the keyboard code for a particular menu item:
1. Scroll to the menu item of interest.
2. For menu items other than floating point number entries, simply press the period
key to display the direct entry code information screen.
3. For floating point entries (decimal numbers such as 5.250), press the (period)
key followed by the key to display the direct entry code screen. (The key
indicates that the (period) key is are not entering a decimal number, rather
you want to view the direct entry code screen.)
Use the direct entry method with caution. When entering or changing a parameter value
for one menu item, it may also be necessary to enter or modify the value of associated
menu items. The direct entry method provides access to individual menu items with no
guidance as to whether additional parameters must be modified when a given parameter
is changed.
Example: Finding a Direct Entry Code (item identifier)
One of the first menu items in the Set up level, level alarms and volume menu (see
Chapter 3) is shown below.
Do not enable
custom setup.
Change to "Do"
Continue as is.
Pressing the period key displays the information screen shown below.
value is 0
Item is data entry
Keyboard code 025010
{HEX = 191A} Press
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The keyboard code, 025010, is the number used to access this menu item via direct
entry. Press to return to the sensor usessource head menu item.
An example of a decimal (floating point) data entry item in the Set up level, level alarms
and volume menu is shown below.
level at top of
detector:
72.00 in level
NEXT
To view the direct entry code for this menu item, press the period key followed by the
key. The keypad code display, shown below, indicates the current value for this data
entry item is 72.0 and that the (decimal) direct entry code is 065003.
value is 72.00
Item is data entry
keypad code 065003
{HEX = 410F} Press
2. Enter the entry ID code 065003, then press the key. The following menu item
is displayed. (The actual level shown is dependent on your gauge setup.)
level at top of
detector:
50.00 in level
3. If the level shown (50.0 in) is correct, press the EXIT SETUP key to keep the
current value and return to the measurement display. Otherwise, enter the correct
value, and press the key. The new value for the level at top of detector will
be stored and used by the gauge software.
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Comments
See Table 2-2 and Chapter 3. This menu includes all the
items needed to perform the basic setup of the gauge.
Set up additional
measurements
(readouts)
Other functions
Modify or re-assign
current output.
Other functions
Set up fault alarms or
change process alarm
assignments.
Other functions
Security, service
and diagnostic
functions.
Exit setup
Tables 2-2 through 2-9 summarize the functions included under each of the top-level
headings and indicate the Chapter/page number where more detailed descriptions of the
menu items can be found in this manual.
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The menu items shown in the menu tables throughout this manual are
provided as an example of what you will see when using the gauge. The
actual appearance (words and numbers) varies dynamically with context.
Enter the value for each applicable menu item when it is displayed,
otherwise related menu items may not be displayed. For instance, in the
Alarm setup submenu, you must enter a value for the alarm set point to
activate the rest of the alarm setup menu.
Some menu items are not always displayed. For example, if your gauge
does not have relays installed, the Set up density, den. alarms, and flow
menu item heading will read Set up density and flow. Alarm-related menu
items are only displayed if relays are installed or if these menu items are
specifically enabled from the Special Functions menu (see page 8-10).
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Comments
Custom setup
Level measurement
setup
Set up alarm 1
Page 3-4. Available only if relays are installed or alarmrelated selections are enabled in Special Functions menu.
Additional menus are provided for alarms 216, as needed.
Background measurement
Standardization
Calibration
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Comments
Modify setup of
measurement 1
level
Comments
Time constant
setup
Sensor head
standardization
Level gauge
calibration
Comments
Assign measurement to
current output
Correction factors at
current out max/min
Page 6-1. The current output hold command will hold the
current output at the value specified for this hold value.
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Comments
Assign alarms to
measurements
Assign relays to
warning alarms and
fault alarms
Page 6-7. Specify alarm indicators for the warning and fault
alarms.
Assign relays to
mode alarms
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Comments
Page 8-3. Specify baud rate, word length, and parity for the
RS-232 serial port.
Page 8-3. Specify baud rate, word length, and parity for the
RS-485 serial port. Also specify unit number for partyline communications.
Assign commands to
execute on contact
open/close 1
Page 8-9. Specify commands to be executed based on usersupplied open/close to the contact closure input # 1.
Assign commands to
execute on contact
open/close 2
Page 8-9. Specify commands to be executed based on usersupplied open/close to the contact closure input # 2.
Special functions
Comments
Security items:
(password, etc.)
Diagnostics: system
test, related items
User service
and related items
Factory service
and related items
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Chapter 3
This chapter describes the Set up level, level alarms, and volume menu. This menu
provides all the menu items required for the basic setup of the gauge.
Define parameters for the primary (level) measurement, including units, span of
the measurement (top and bottom of detector).
Specify the measurement (level) values corresponding to the maximum and
minimum values of the current.
Set up one or more process alarms for the level measurement. (This step is
optional. Alarms can be set up at a later time if desired.)
Specify the parameters for the volume measurement. (This step is optional. The
volume measurement can be set up at a later time if desired.)
Measure the Background level (required step). The background level is used as
the default calibration point at the top of the detector.
Perform the Standardization measurement. The standardization measurement,
normally performed on an empty tank, may be deferred to a later time. If
standardization is deferred, the calibration procedure must be performed for at
least one calibration pint.
Perform the Calibration procedure, make a measurement at a known level, for
one or more calibration points. (This step is optional if the Standardization
procedure has been performed. Calibration can be performed at a later time if
desired.)
NOTE: When first applying power to the gauge or when re-applying power after an
extended period (several hours) with the power off, it is recommended that
you allow the gauge to warm up for 24 hours before you set up the gauge
(perform Background, Standardization, or Calibration measurements).
Removing power from the gauge does not disturb the saved settings.
Settings are saved immediately when you exit the menus (press EXIT
SETUP) or five minutes after you stop using the keypad.
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Comments
Do not enable
custom setup.
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Level units = cm
To change to mm, in,
ft, yd, or M press
NEXT
level at top of
detector:
100.0 cm level
NEXT
Position of decimal
in readout 1
000.0
{cm level}
|
NEXT
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Level Units
(Custom setup must be enabled.) The following units can be selected for the level
measurement display:
cm
mm
in
ft
yd
M
(centimeters)
(millimeters)
(inches)
(feet)
(yards)
(M)
The range for the primary measurement value specified for the current
output does not affect the range of the measurement values that are
displayed.
The operational range for current output can be set anywhere within the
range from 3.8 to 20.5 mA. The default range for the current output is 4 to
20 mA. The Fault Low and Fault High current output levels are 3.6 mA
or less and 20.8 mA or greater, respectively. (See page 6-1 if you need to
modify the current output range).
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For example, consider a gauge set up to measure a range from 0.0 to 72.0 inches, where
the measurement range of greatest interest is from 25.0 to 50.0 inches. In this case, the
Measurement 1 reading for 4.000 mA could be set to 25.0 in, and the Measurement 1
reading for 20.00 mA could be set to 50.0 in. Level measurements would still be
displayed over the entire range from 0.0 to 72.0 inches, but the current output would
remain at 4.0 mA for all level measurements of 25.0 inches and lower. Similarly, the
current output would remain at 20.0 mA for all level measurements of 50.0 inches and
greater.
Display Scaling
Specifying a value > 9999 for the maximum current output reading enables the Display
scaling menu items. For example, values in the range from 0 to 100,000 can be scaled
by a factor of 100 to a range of 0 to 1000 so that the displayed values to not exceed the
limits of the four-digit numerical display. (See page 4-7 for more information on display
scaling.)
This menu subgroup allows you to assign and set up a process alarm for the level
measurement (measurement 1). A total of 16 process alarms can be defined. After each
alarm is set up, you will be prompted to set up the next alarm, up to a maximum of 16
alarms. It is advisable to keep a written record of the set up (assigned measurement, set
point, clear point, and alarm action) for each alarm you define.
Note:
If no relays are installed, the Setup alarm menu item is not displayed. You
can still set up a process alarm to perform a function other than controlling
a relay, such as execute a command. See Special Functions on page 8-10
for details on enabling alternate alarms.
By default, all process alarms are assigned to measurement 1 (level). After you set up
additional measurements, see Chapter 4, you can also assign process alarms to these
measurements. The procedure for entering the alarm parameters for other measurements
is the same as that described for measurement 1 below.
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Comments
Menu is normally available only if relays are installed.
Press to access alarm menu or to skip alarm set up.
After alarm 1 is set up, menu to set up alarm 2 will be
available, and so on.
Enter desired clear point value: the level at which the alarm
will be cleared. If dead band is selected, enter the span of
the dead band relative to the set point. A negative dead
band makes the alarm High (set pt > clear pt). A positive
dead band makes the alarm Low (set pt < clear pt).
Alarm 1: cm level
is indicated by
controlling relay 1
NEXT CHANGE
Relay 1 turns on
when alarm occurs.
Change to off
Exit alarm 1 setup.
Note: Additional menu items related to controlling relays are described in the next table.
These menu items are only displayed if the corresponding relay-related options
have been enabled in the Special Functions menu.
Set up alarm 2
(Alarm point, etc.)
After you set up an alarm, the menu to set up the next alarm
(up to 16 max.) will be displayed. Press to set up the next
alarm, or press to go on to the next menu item.
NEXT
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Initial
Set Point
3.0 m
New
Set Point
Clear Point
2.0 m
Clear Point
3.5 m
Dead Band
(1.5 m)
Implied Clear
Point (3.5 m)
Dead Band
(1.5 m)
Initial Set
Point (2 m)
Implied Clear
Point (4.5 m)
Initial Set
Point (3 m)
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The terms low limit and high limit refer to the relative magnitude of the set point and
the clear point, not necessarily to a high or low level. The behavior of the alarm depends
on the measurement associated with the alarm. Thus, a low limit alarm (set point < clear
point) for an ullage (unfilled volume) measurement would correspond to a high limit
level alarm. The low limit ullage alarm would be triggered when the unfilled volume
decreases below the clear point and reaches the set point value. A decreasing value for
the ullage (the unfilled volume) corresponds to an increasing value for the level
measurement.
Alarm Indicators
The Alarm 1 is indicated by menu item allows you to specify the action used to
indicate that alarm 1 has been triggered. The default is Nothing. Other selections are:
Meas #1 dspy flash - Flash measurement number 1 on the display while the
alarm is active. This selection is repeated for each measurement that has been
defined up to meas #8 (maximum of eight measurements can be defined).
Out1 to FAULT LOW - hold the current output at Fault Low value (3.6 mA or
less) while the alarm is active.
Out1 to FAULT High - hold current output at Fault High value (21.0 mA or
greater) while the alarm is active.
Outputs to alt - Switch current output(s) to alternate mode if alternate mode has
been defined.
#1 act on ALM action - executes the command assigned as the #1action when the
alarm is activated if an alarm action has been assigned. This selection is repeated
for #2 and #3 actions, if these alarm actions have been assigned.
Background Measurement
The first step in setting up the gauge is to measure the background radiation level with
the source off (shutter closed). The background cycle makes a very repeatable
measurement of the signal produced by background radiation. All subsequent radiation
measurements are corrected by subtracting the background value from the measured
value.
When the process level is at or above the top of detector, the measured radiation level
will typically be very close to the background radiation level. Therefore, the background
measurement is used as the default calibration point at the top of the detector (tank full).
The background radiation measurement averages the measured radiation over a time
period equal to eight times the length of the time constant. By default, the measurement
time is about 17 minutes (8 x 128 sec). To perform the background measurement:
1. Turn off (close) the shutter on the source (on all sources, if more than one source
is used).
2. Press to enter the Set up level menu; then press until you reach the
Start background cycle menu item.
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Start background
cycle {source off}
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Standardization
The second step in the gauge setup is to measure the radiation level at the detector when
the tank is empty. When the tank is empty (when the process level is at or below the
bottom of the detector), the maximum amount of radiation reaches the detector. The
empty tank measurement is referred to as the standardization of the gauge. The
standardization value establishes a reference measurement point that can be easily
repeated at a later time to maintain the calibration of the gauge.
Following the background and standardization measurements, calibration measurements
can be made for up to 16 additional points. Each calibration point relates the radiation
level measured at the detector to a known process level (entered by the user). Once the
gauge has been standardized, rather than saving the actual radiation levels measured for
the calibration points, the gauge saves the ratio of the measured radiation levels to the
standardization value.
In the future, the empty tank standardization can be repeated to compensate for changes
such as increased attenuation due to process material buildup on the tank walls. It is not
necessary to repeat the calibration measurements. Since the calibration values are stored
as a ratio of the calibration-to-standardization values, the calibration values are adjusted
automatically based on the new standardization value.
Deferring Standardization
When you first set up the gauge, it may not be convenient or even possible to empty the
tank to perform the standardization. In this case, you can select Defer standardization
in the Standardize on menu item, and then proceed to the calibration procedure.
Note:
Standardization Procedure
Use the following steps to start the standardization measurement:
1. Empty the tank entirely, or to a level that is well below the bottom of both the
source and detector.
2. Turn on (open) the shutter on the gauges source (or all its sources, if it uses
more than one)
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3. If necessary (if the gauge returned to the normal display while you emptied the
tank), press to step to the Set up level menu; then press until you reach
the Standardize on menu item. Make sure this item is set to tank empty.
4. Press to display the Start standardize cycle menu item; then press to start
the cycle. You can press to continue with the Setup Menus while the
standardization proceeds.
After executing the Start Standardize cycle command, a menu item is displayed that
lets you abort the standardization cycle or exit the menus during standardization. If you
exit the menus during standardization, a countdown timer is shown on the measurement
display indicating the time remaining in the standardization cycle. The default duration
for the standardization cycle is 8 x 128 seconds or ~17 minutes. (see Standardization
(STD) Cycle Time on page 5-4). A message will be displayed when the standardization
measurement has been completed.
It is a good idea to make a note of the date whenever you standardize the gauge. It can be
convenient to have this information if the gauge ever loses power for a significant length
of time. See Time Since Last Standardization on page 5-4.
Calibration
If you enabled Custom setup or if you elected to Defer standardization, the Level
gauge calibration submenu heading will be displayed following the Standardization
menu items.
Level gauge
calibration
NEXT
If you deferred standardization, you must perform a calibration measurement for at least
one point. Also if accurate level measurements are important to your application, you
should complete the calibration procedure.
It is best if you are able to empty the tank and standardize the gauge during the initial
setup process. If you must defer standardization and perform one or more calibration
measurements, you should empty the tank and standardize the gauge as soon as possible,
before any significant changes in the tank condition occur. This will eliminate the need to
repeat the calibration measurements.
Caution:
If you do not calibrate the gauge and use the default Background
measurement for the top of the detector (tank full) level, some tanks
might overflow without reaching the tank full level.
Refer to the section Level Gauge Calibration Menu on page 5-6 for detailed
instructions on performing calibration measurements.
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The gauge has built-in equations to calculate volume using the tank shape and dimension
information that you enter in this menu.
Note:
After you complete the tank volume setup, the volume measurement will be
displayed automatically. However, before you can assign a process alarm
to the volume measurement or assign the volume measurement to drive
the current output, you must first assign the volume measurement to a
measurement number using the Set up additional measurements menu.
Chapter 4 describes how to set up additional measurements; see Set Up
Alarm on page 4-6 for details on how to set up alarms for measurements
other than the primary measurement. See Modify or Reassign Current
Output on page 6-1 for details on reassigning the current output.
The Tank volume setup menu lets you describe your tank by:
1. Selecting a tank shape from a list of pre-defined shapes,
2. Describing your tank as a combination of pre-defined shapes,
3. Setting up a break table for volume, a table which defines volume as a function
of the height (level of the process material) for up to 16 values of height, or
4. Defining volume as a polynomial (up to sixth order) expression of height (level).
The Set up volume menu prompts you to select the measurement units for reporting the
volume as well as the units for the tank dimensions. The units for the tank dimensions
can be different from the units selected for the primary level measurement.
The table in the next section describes the Tank volume setup menus for the basic tank
shapes followed by a more detailed description of these menu items. Refer to the tables in
Tank Volume Setup Menus starting on page 3-12 for a list of the menu items.
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Comments
From the measurement display, press to enter the Set
up level menu, then press to scroll to the volume setup
menu. Press to enter the tank volume setup menu.
Press to access volume setup HELP screen.
Press to continue with volume setup.
Press to exit from volume setup.
Tank shape is
vertical cylinder.
Press to continue.
Change tank shape
NEXT CHANGE
Position of decimal
in readout 000.0
(volume)
NEXT CHANGE
Tank dimensions: ft
To change to yd, M,
cm, mm, or in press
NEXT
Tank diameter
4.200 ft
NEXT
Tank Shape is
If your tank is one of the six shapes listed in the table below, simply select the tank shape,
select the units, and then enter the dimensions of your tank. The required dimensions
depend on the selected shape as shown in the table of Basic Tank Shapes below.
If your tank does not fit any of these shapes, select For other shapes or compound
shapes. Additional menu items will be displayed allowing you to select other shapes,
define the tank as a combination of shapes, or to define volume as a table of volume vs.
height (level) data pairs, or as a polynomial expression of height. See Assign and Setup
Tank Segment on page 3-15.
The various tank shapes and the required dimensions are illustrated in Figure 3.3 and
Figure 3.4 at the end of this chapter.
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Required Dimensions
diameter
width, length
length, diameter
Horizontal cylinder/domed ends (type 12) length (w/out ends), total length, diameter
Sphere (type 18)
Note:
diameter
After you select a tank shape, the gauge will compute and display a value
for the volume. The indicated volume will be correct only if you have
entered all required dimensions.
ml
milliliters or cubic centimeters
cu M 1 cubic meter = 1000 liters
cu in 1 cubic inch = 16.39 ml
cu ft 1 cubic foot = 28.32 liters
cu yd 1 cubic yard = 764.6 liters
US Gal 1 US liquid gallon = 3.785 liters
UK Gal 1 UK gallon = 4.546 liters, 1.2 US liquid gallons
MGal 1 MegaGallon = 1,000,000 US gallons
Ber Gal 1 Beer Gallon = 4.620 liters
liter
1 liter = 1000 milliliters
acre ft 1 acre-foot = 43560 cubic feet
pint
1 US pint = 473.2 ml, US quart
qt
1 US quart = 946.3 ml, US liquid gallon
oz
1 US liquid ounce = 16 US oz./US pint, 29.57 ml,
acre in 1 acre-inch = 3630 cubic feet
KGal 1 KiloGallon = 1000 US liquid gallons
UK qrt 1 UK quart = 1137 ml, 1/4 UK gallon
UK pint1 UK pint = 568.3 ml, 1/2 UK quart
UK oz 1 UK ounce, 20 UK oz./UK pint, 28.41 ml
Oil Brl 1 Oil Barrel = 159 liters, 42 US liquid gallons
Ber Brl 1 Beer Barrel = 136.3 liters, 36 US liquid gallons
US Brl 1 US Barrel = 119.2 liters, 31.5 US liquid gallons
UK Brl 1 UK Barrel = 163.7 liters, 36 UK gallons
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Tank Dimensions
Select the units for the tanks dimensions. You will then be prompted to enter the tanks
dimensions in the selected units. The required dimensions depend on the tank shape you
have selected.
Comments
Press to change the tank shape. Press to set up the tank
volume using compound shapes.
NEXT CHANGE
Tank dimensions: M
To change to cm, mm,
in, ft, yd press
NEXT
Select the units for the tank dimensions. Choices are ft, yd,
M, cm, mm, and in.
Modify segment 1
vertical cylinder
NEXT
Modify segment 2
vertical conical
NEXT
Modify segment 3
Vol = 1st order
break tab of height
NEXT
NEXT
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Required Dimensions
diameter
width, length
diameter, dimension C
area of shape
length, diameter
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For each segment, you select a segment type (shape), enter the dimensions for the
selected shape, the starting level (level at the bottom of the segment), and the ending
level (level at the top of the segment). Two or more segments can be assigned the same
type (shape).
In addition, the segments may overlap, that is, the top and/or bottom of one segment may
be located between the top and bottom of any other segment. This can be useful in setting
up compound shapes, for example, a vertical cylinder with a rectangular appendage.
Another example is two vertical cylinders that are connected so the level is the same in
both. The gauge can be set up to measure the level in one cylinder, but to compute the
combined volume of both cylinders.
Defining a Volume Polynomial
If you know the volume of a tank or a tank segment as a function of the height (level), the
volume polynomial allows you to specify the tank volume as a polynomial function of
height using up to a sixth order polynomial. To define a tank segment polynomial, select
Volume = polynomial of height. Menu items will prompt you to enter the values for the
polynomial coefficients.
The coefficients must be selected so that the polynomial gives the correct volume in the
specified units for a given level value in the units specified for level. The coefficients
must also be selected to ensure that the volume polynomial is well-behaved over the
entire range of possible levels. In particular, the following criteria must be met:
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order (curved) interpolation. The second order break table may be more accurate if the
segment has curved sides. If the sides are straight or rather complex, a first order break
table is usually more accurate. Try to define a table point wherever there is a break or
change in the segments shape.
Note:
Comments
Modify segment 3
Vol = 1st order
break tab of height
NEXT
Segment 3 is type 21
Vol = 1st order
break tab of height
Continue Change
Level at bottom of
Segment 3,(type 21)
3.000 M
NEXT
Level at top of
Segment 3,(type 21)
4.200 M
NEXT
NEXT
Number of points in
volume table 3
NEXT
Height from bottom
of segment to
point 1 = 0.500 M
NEXT
Enter height for the first point. This menu item is repeated
for the number of points specified in the item above (points
2 and 3 in this example).
Vol in segment
30.00 liters
@ point 1 (0.5000 M
up in segment) NEXT
Tank Shapes
The illustrations in Figure 3.3 and Figure 3.4 on the next two pages show the predefined
tank shapes and the required dimensions for each of the shapes.
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VERTICAL CONICAL
TYPE 3
VERTICAL RECTANGLE
TYPE 2
TOP
DIAMETER
WIDTH
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
DIAMETER
LENGTH
VERTICAL SPHERICAL
TYPE 4
TOP
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
DIAMETER
VERTICAL PARABOLIC
TYPE 5
TOP
DIAMETER
TOP
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
DIAMETER
WIDTH
OF TOP
WIDTH
OF TOP
LENGTH
OF TOP
LENGTH
OF TOP
LENGTH OF
BOTTOM
LENGTH OF
BOTTOM
LENGTH
OF TOP
LENGTH OF
BOTTOM
WIDTH OF
BOTTOM
WIDTH OF
BOTTOM
WIDTH
OF TOP
WIDTH OF
BOTTOM
LENGTH
OF TOP
LENGTH OF
BOTTOM
WIDTH
OF TOP
WIDTH OF
BOTTOM
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SLOPED BOTTOM
VERTICAL CYLINDER
TYPE 9
DIAMETER
AREA
TOP OF
SEGMENT
BOTTOM OF
SEGMENT
DIM C
HORIZONTAL CYLINDER
WITH FLAT ENDS
TYPE 11
HORIZONTAL CYLINDER
WITH DOMED ENDS
TYPE 12
TOTAL LENGTH
BOTTOM OF
SEGMENT
BOTTOM OF
SEGMENT
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
OFFSET
DIAMETER
BOTTOM
OFFSET
LENGTH NOT
INCLUDING DOMED
ENDS
LENGTH
DOMED END
TYPE 14
SPHERE
TYPE 18
WIDTH
(DEPTH)
DIAMETER
BOTTOM OF
SEGMENT
BOTTOM
OFFSET
DIAMETER
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Chapter 4
The primary measurement (measurement 1) is set up using the Set up level menu as
described in Chapter 3. Up to seven additional measurements can be defined using the
Set up additional measurements menu.
Process alarms can be assigned to the additional measurements just as for the primary
measurement. In addition, one of the additional measurements can be assigned to drive
the current output instead of the primary (level) measurement depending on the needs of
your application. See Chapter 8 for information on assigning alarms, relays, and current
outputs to measurements.
Measurement Display
In the default configuration, up to six measurements total can be shown, alternating
between the display of measurements 1-3 and measurements 4-6. The fourth line displays
the instruction For setup, press . Measurements exceeding the number of display
lines are shown in alternation. For example, to display four measurements, measurements
1 and 2 are shown continuously, while measurements 3 and 4 are shown in alternation on
the third line.
The For setup press message can be suppressed allowing a total of eight
measurements to be displayed, four at a time. See Special Functions on page 8-10 for
instructions on how to disable the For setup message. You still press the key from
the measurement display to access the Setup Menus even when the For setup press
message is disabled.
Both level and volume measurements are shown in the example display below.
50.5 cm level
320.5 liter
For setup press
It is good practice to make a list of all the measurements you set up and
keep the list for future reference.
The following table provides an overview of the Set up additional measurements menu
items.
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Comments
Set up additional
measurements
(readouts).
Other functions
Modify setup of
measurement 1
cm level
NEXT
NEXT
Reading represented by
measurement 2 is
volume liter
NEXT CHANGE
Set up alarm 2
(Alarm point, etc.)
NEXT
Do display mea 2
volume liter
Change to Do not
NEXT
Highest expected
reading:
1.000E4 liter
NEXT
Position of decimal
in readout 2
000.0
{cu ft}
|
NEXT CHANGE
Exit from:
Modify setup of
measurement 2
liter
Note: After measurement 2 has been set up, you will then be prompted to Assign and
set up measurement 3, and so on.
If desired, the display of the primary measurement (measurement 1) can be disabled. Use
the Special Functions menu to enable the Service-only items (see page 8-10). With
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Level
Volume
Ullage
Percent full
Percent empty
Percent lev.
mass
rate
special
Special measurements are only available when Service only items are
enabled (see Special Functions on page 8-10).
After you select a measurement type, you are prompted to select the units for the
measurement. In the case of the mass, rate, and special measurements, additional menu
items prompt you for the parameters required to complete the measurement setup. If you
leave the measurement type set to (inactive), no additional items are displayed for this
measurement.
The units for the Volume or Ullage measurements can not be changed from the Set
up additional measurements menus. Use the tank volume setup menus under Set up
level to change the volume parameters. (The units for ullage are the same as the units
specified for volume when setting up the tank volume measurement.)If % full, or %
empty are selected, the following additional menu item is displayed.
Display
100% Volume =
0.000 cu ft
NEXT
Comments
Enter the tank volume when full (when level is at top of the
detector). The volume of the material is computed based on
the tank volume setup and the level measurement.
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Mass Measurement
The mass measurement type will not be available until you have first set up the volume
measurement. To set up the mass measurement, you must specify the units for the mass
measurement and then specify the density of the process material. The mass-related menu
items are shown below.
Display
Comments
Mass
units: Kgram
NEXT CHANGE
Material density
0.000 Kgram/cu ft
NEXT
gram
kgram
pound
metric ton
short ton
long ton
oz
grams
kilograms
pounds
metric tons, 1000 kg
short tons, 2000 lbs
long tons, 2200 lbs
avoirdupois ounces
Rate Measurement
The rate measurement computes the time rate of change for the selected measurement.
The rate can be computed for any measurement assigned to a measurement number. The
rate can always be computed for the primary measurement (measurement 1). Other
measurements must be set up using the Assign and Set Up Measurement menu before
the measurement rate can be computed.
Note:
The rate measurement can not be set up until you have set up the
measurement for which you wish to compute the rate.
The Smallest change for rate menu item sets a threshold for the change required in the
measurement before the gauge computes a rate value. No rate is computed until the
magnitude of the change in the measurement value exceeds the threshold. Once a rate
value has been computed (i.e., the change in the measurement exceeds the threshold), a
new rate is computed when the threshold is again exceeded, or at the time when the
change in the measurement should have exceeded the threshold based on the last
computed rate estimate. This allows the estimated rate to settle back towards zero if the
change in the process measurement stops.
The Rate smooth factor menu item determines the degree of smoothing applied to
reduce fluctuations in the rate measurement via exponential averaging. A factor of 1.0
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corresponds to no smoothing (estimated rate equals the last computed rate). Use a smaller
rate smooth factor if the measurement tends to fluctuate rapidly, resulting in noisy rate
readouts. The minimum factor is 0.01 and corresponds to the greatest amount of
smoothing.
The rate time code lets you select the time interval associated with the rate
measurement. For example, you can measure the change in level per second, per minute,
etc. The available time units include seconds (s), minutes (m), hours (h), days (d), weeks
(w), months (M), and years (y).
The rate measurement related menu items are shown below.
Display
Comments
Rate smoothing
factor 1.000
{0.01=smoothest}
{0.01 to 1.0}
NEXT
Continue Change
Special Measurements
If you select the special measurement type, you are prompted to enter the four-digit
code for the measurement. These special measurements are typically used for diagnostic
purposes. Some of the more commonly used special measurement codes are listed in 0.
Display
Comments
The next menu item is displayed only if Service Only Items are enabled.
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Special Equations
There are three, three-digit special measurement codes that invoke the special
equations function. The special equations (measurement codes 147, 148, and 149) allow
the value from the 4-20 mA auxiliary current input (e.g., from a pressure sensor) to be
combined with a function of the level measurement from the gauge, f(level), to create a
new measurement value. The special equations have the following form.
Value = M1 / M2
where
M1 = A1 f(level) + B1 Aux + C1 f(level) Aux + D1,
M2 = A2 f(level) + B2 Aux + C2 f(level) Aux + D2, and
A1, B1,C1, D1, A2, B2, C2, and D2, are user-entered constants.
The default values for the user-entered coefficients are all zero, except D2 = 1 so that the
denominator value, M2, will not be zero. The function of level, f(level), depends on the
special measurement code as follows:
Measurement Code
f(level)
147
f(level) = level
148
f(level) = sqrt(level)
149
f(level) = (level)2
Set Up Alarm
The primary measurement is automatically assigned to measurement 1. Other (additional)
measurements must be assigned to a measurement number before a process alarm can be
assigned. Once you have assigned an alarm to a measurement (see page 6-6), the Set up
Alarm menu items will be displayed under the appropriate Modify Setup of
Measurement # menu.
Thus, setting up an alarm for a measurement other than the primary measurement is a
three-step process.
1. Set up the measurement using the Assign and set up measurement # menus as
described in the preceding sections.
2. Assign an alarm to the measurement using the Assign alarms to measurements
menu items as described in on page 6-6.
3. Return to the Modify set up of measurement # menu under the Set up
additional measurement menus to set up the alarm parameters.
For details on setting up alarms and a description of the alarm parameters (set point, clear
point, dead band, etc.), refer to How to Set Up Alarms on page 3-4. This section
describes how to set up an alarm for the primary measurement. The alarm setup
procedure and parameters are the same for other measurements.
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Do or Do Not Display
Use this menu item to select whether to display the measurement value. If you select Do
not display, the measurement value will not be shown on the measurement display, but
you can still use the measurement to drive alarms or current output.
Display
Do display mea 2
volume liter
Change to "Do not"
NEXT
Comments
Select Do not to disable the display of the measurement 2
readout on the measurement display.
Display Scaling
Measurement readout values are displayed using four numeric digits and a decimal point.
The menu items described in this section allow you to scale the displayed readout values.
The display scaling menu items are enabled when a value >9999 is entered for the
highest expected reading menu item.
For example, you could scale volume measurement readings in the range of 30,000 to
40,000 liters by a factor of 1000 so that the range of volume readout is 30.00 to 40.00.
Display scaling does not change the units displayed for the readout; however, you can set
up a custom units message.
Display
Comments
Highest expected
reading:
4.000E4 liters
NEXT
Lowest expected
reading:
0.000 liter
NEXT
NEXTS
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If the measurement has been assigned to drive the current output, the
Meas # reading for 20.00 mA ouptut and Meas # reading for 4.000 mA
output menu items are displayed instead of the highest expected
reading and the lowest expected reading menu items. For display
scaling purposes, these menu items are equivalent.
Display scaling only affects the displayed readout value, not the acutal
measurement value computed by the gauge. The actual, unscaled
measurement values are used for any alarms you assign to this
measurement.
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= actual value/1000, leave this parameter and the lowest expected reading parameter
set to zero. If you scale both the highest expected reading and the lowest expected
reading, the gauge performs an interpolation to scale the actual measured value from the
range specified by the highest and lowest expected readings to the range specified by the
scalehigh end and low end readout values.
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Chapter 5
After completing the basic setup as described in Chapter 3, you can use the Gauge fine
tuning {Time Constant, STD, CAL, etc} menu to modify the gauges time constant, or
to perform additional standardization or calibration cycles. The three submenus under the
Gauge Fine Tuning menu are:
Comments
Press to enter the Time constant setup menus.
Time constant
setup
NEXT
Level signal
time constant
128 sec
NEXT HELP
Do not disable
dynamic tracking
Change to "Do"
Continue as is.
Source half-life
30.00 yr
NEXT
Level signal
time constant
(alternate) 8 sec
NEXT HELP
Switch to alternate
time constant: 8s
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Exit from:
Time constant
setup
NEXT
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In addition to affecting normal readings, the time constant also affects the cycle time for
standardization (page 5-4) and calibration (page 5-9).
Do not confuse the alternate time constant with Dynamic Process Tracking.
Dynamic Process Tracking is always eight times faster than the time
constant in use, whether it is the primary or alternate time constant.
Source Half-Life
This menu item is only displayed if the service-only items have been enabled. Enter the
value for the source half-life value in years. This value is used by the gauge to adjust the
standardization value for source decay. The default value is 30 years corresponding to the
half-life of Cs137. If you use a Co60 source, change this value to 5.2 years.
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Comments
Press to enter the Standardization submenu.
NEXT
Last STD cycle was:
empty**
NEXT
STD cycle time:
8 X time constant
{time constant is
128 sec} NEXT HELP
Gauge is ON
7 days per week
NEXT
Start standardize
cycle (tank empty)
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
When to Standardize
As discussed on page 5-7, the primary benefit of periodic standardization is that it adjusts
the standardization point (upon which the gauge calibration points are based) to
compensate for changes in the tank or gauge head assembly.
The question of how often to standardize depends largely on your particular process. For
a time after the gauge is set up, you might want to periodically check the tanks actual
level (if possible) and compare it to the displayed measurement, especially if you expect
rapid process build-up.
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This quick check is imprecise, but a consistent error in the level measurement might
indicate that it is time to standardize again. Be sure to read Level Gauge Calibration on
page 5-6, however, especially if the error changes at different levels.
The following are some factors that might make it necessary to standardize the gauge
again, either from time to time or when you know a change has occurred:
Your standardization might also seem to be off if any debris builds up between the source
and the tank at the source head.
Warning:
Do not place your hand between the source and the tank. Use a brush
or other tool to remove any accumulated debris.
The standardization cycle time must be set to at least two time constant
periods or the gauge will automatically abort the standardization cycle.
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Comments
Start standardize
cycle {Qualify val}
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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Comments
Start standardize
cycle {Hold value}
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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Note:
If you have standardized the gauge, measurements near the empty tank level are likely
to be correct, but you should probably perform at least one calibration at or near the tank
full point.
Caution:
If you use the default Background measurement for the top of the
detector (tank full) level, some tanks might overflow without reaching
the tank full level. If an accurate indication of the tank full level is
important to your application, it is advisable to perform a calibration
measurement at the tank full level.
You can improve accuracy further by calibrating at additional points between tank empty
and tank full. In particular, you may wish to perform calibration measurements at levels
where the tank shape changes, or where fixtures in the tank might affect the radiation
signal. If you have multiple sources or detectors, it can help to calibrate at each point
where a source is mounted, or at each point where detector ends meet.
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Comments
Level calibration linearizes the gauge level measurement by
measuring the received radiation signal for one or more
known levels of the process material.
NEXT
CAL cycle time:
8 X time constant
{time constant is
128 sec} NEXT HELP
Level at top of
detector:
75.00 in level
NEXT
NEXT
Table points to be
used 0 (2 eqns)
(1 assumed)
NEXT CHANGE
CAL override
MENU
NEXT
Next CAL cycle will
be point 1
(0 CAL points done)
NEXT
CHANGE
ACTUAL level AT
point #1 (not used)
0.000 in level
{@0.000} NEXT
Start calibration
cycle.
NEXT
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The calibration cycle time must be set to at least two time constant periods
or the gauge will automatically abort the calibration cycle.
The accuracy of the gauge depends on how accurately you can hold the
level. Any error can affect subsequent measurements.
It is a good idea to calibrate at the tank full level first, then at several
intermediate levels, especially where the tank or gauge geometry changes.
You will repeat the following procedure for each calibration point.
Measurements above the highest calibration point can be extremely
inaccurate. This is also true of measurements below the lowest calibration
point if you deferred standardization.
If the gauge is not already standardized, use the basic setup in Chapter 3 to set up
and standardize the gauge, or to defer standardization.
Fill the tank with process material to a particular level you are interested in.
Measure the level accurately and keep it as steady as possible.
From the normal display, press to step to either the Set up level or the
Gauge fine tuning menu. Then press to step to the Level gauge calibration
menu and press to enter it.
Press to step to the Number of points in data table item. If you have not
already done so, enter the number of calibration points you plan to set. Press
once to confirm and again to continue.
In the Actual level item for the point you are setting, enter the actual level at
which you are holding the process. Write down the data point number of the
item.
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Press to step down to the Next CAL cycle will run on item. (Skip all the
CAL/STD ratio items, these are primarily for information.) Use the arrow keys
to select the data point number you wrote down in the previous step.
Press to step to the Start calibration cycle menu item, then press to start
the cycle.
When the cycle is finished, return to the Level gauge calibration menu, and
step down to the CAL/STD ratio item that corresponds to the level you just
calibrated on (the corresponding level is shown in brackets). See the next section
for an explanation of this ratio. Write down the level and CAL/STD ratio for this
point.
You can keep a list of each data points level and CAL/STD values; then enter
them manually later if you ever need to reproduce the same calibration, for
example, after using Erase all entries! to restore defaults.
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Chapter 6
This chapter describes the menu items under the Modify or reassign current output
menu in the following section and the Set up fault alarms or change process alarm
assignments menu beginning on page 6-3.
Set the span for the current output (4.00 to 20.0 mA is default span).
Specify which measurement should drive the current output in normal mode.
Specify which measurement should drive the current output in alternate mode.
Implement correction factors on each current output,
Set a current output hold value other than the default of 50% of scale.
The primary measurement is assigned to the current output in both normal mode and
alternate mode by default. To assign a measurement other than the primary measurement
to the current output, use the following procedure:
The current output can be set up to switch from normal mode to alternate mode when an
alarm is triggered (see Set Up for Alarms to Execute Commands on page 6-4). You can
also directly enter a command to force a switch between normal and alternate modes (see
Common Action Items on page 7-2).
For example, if you were interested in monitoring a level range of 5.0-10.0 ft during one
portion of the process and a level range of 5.0-20.0 ft during another part of the process,
you could set up the measurements and current output as follows.
Two different measurements can be assigned to control the current output, with one
measurement assigned to the current output in normal mode and the second measurement
assigned to the current output in alternate mode.
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Comments
Press to access Current output menu items.
Press to scroll to other menus.
Other functions
Maximum current
output 20.00 mA
(4.000 to 20.00)
NEXT
Minimum current
output 4.00 mA
(.0001 to 20.00)
NEXT
Note: If two or more measurements have been set up, the next two menu items will be
displayed.
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Mea 1: ft level
is sent to current
out 0 in normal
mode. NEXT CHANGE
Mea 1: ft level
is sent to current
out 0 in alternate
mode. NEXT CHANGE
Correction factor
for current output
at maximum: 1.000
NEXT
Correction factor
for current output
at minimum: 1.000
NEXT
Current output
hold mode value
50.00 % of scale
NEXT
Enter desired value for mid-range hold value for the current
output. Value is entered as a percentage of the maximum
current output value. The default is 50%.
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If no relays are installed in your gauge, the Set up fault alarms or change
process alarm assignments menu will not be displayed initially. Use the
Special functions menu (page 8-10) to enable alarm related functions so
you can set up a non-relay display alarm or other indicator.
The Set up Fault alarms menu provides four submenus which allow you to:
is displayed, indicating that both relays number 1 and number 2 are currently on. Only
the numbers of the relays that are currently turned on are shown in the status message.
Non-relay Alarms
If your gauge does not have relays installed, the various alarm setup options will not be
displayed in the menus. To enable display of the alarm setup menu options, you must go
to the Special functions menus (page 8-10) and change the item Do not enable alarm
related selections to Do enable. You will then be able to assign any of the alarm
indicators with the exception of controlling a relay.
Alarm Types
There are three types of alarms, process, fault/warning, and mode alarms, as described
below. By default, the alarm indicator is always set to Nothing, that is, you must
specify the desired alarm indicator for each alarm. In some cases, for example, when the
Standardization or Calibration modes are active, a warning message will be displayed
even if no other alarm indicator has been assigned. The status and history of alarms can
be reviewed using the view alarm status and view alarm history, see Diagnostics:
System Test, Related Items on page 9-2.
Process alarms actions occur when a process measurement value (level, volume, etc.)
passes either the alarm set point or alarm clear point, that is, when the alarm is activated
or when the alarm clears.
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Fault and warning alarms alert you to potential problems with the operation of the gauge.
The fault and warning alarms are:
System fault
CAL cycle aborted
Sensor under range
Sensor over range
Current output maximum or minimum reached
STD mode
CAL mode
Hold(s) are active
Current output is set to alternate mode
Alternate time constant is in use
Keypad is in use
Power has been off
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Due to the limited display space, the alarm indicated by selection in the
Set up alarm menu can not display the full command name. The alarm
action pairs are referred to as #1 act on ALM action, and so forth. It is
recommended that you write down each command action pairs that you
assign for future reference.
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Comments
Menu subgroup heading. Press to access menu items,
press to scroll to next Alarms menu subgroup.
NEXT
#1 act on ALM SET is
Do nothing command
Continue Change
#1 act on ALM CLR is
Do nothing command
Continue Change
Note: The above two menu items are repeated for alarm action sets #2 and #3.
Alarm Commands
The following commands can be assigned as alarm actions:
Do nothing
Finish gauge STD/CAL early
Hold current output at 50.00% of scale
Hold current output at maximum (normally 20 mA)
Hold current output at minimum (normally 4 mA)
Clear all holds
Hold current output(s) at FAULT HIGH (20.8 mA or greater)
Stop data stream on port 1
Restart data stream on port 1
Stop data stream on port 2
Restart data stream on port 2
Show custom message on line 4
Stop custom message on line 4
Switch current output to alternate mode
Switch current output to normal mode
Switch display to alternate mode
Switch display to normal mode
Hold current output(s) at FAULT LOW (3.6 mA or less)
Save relay log data to NVRAM
Update data output to port 1, RS-232
Update data output to port 2, RS-485
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Comments
Menu subgroup heading. Press to access menu items,
press to scroll to next Alarms menu subgroup. Only
displayed if you have set up one or more additional
measurements (other than primary).
Press to scroll through the list of measurements that have
been set up until the one you want appears. Message on
third line indicates the measurement type corresponding to
the measurement number.
Note: By default configuration, all 16 alarms are assigned to the measurement 1 (the
primary measurement). Above menu item is repeated for alarms 2 15. Press
EXIT SETUP to save entries and return to the measurement display if you do not
want to assign more alarms.
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Comments
Assign relays to
warning alarms and
fault alarms
NEXT
System fault
alarm indicated by
(Nothing)
NEXT CHANGE
Exit from:
Assign relays to
warning alarms and
fault alarms
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Comments
Assign relays to
mode alarms
NEXT
STD mode
alarm indicated by
(Nothing)
NEXT CHANGE
CAL mode
alarm indicated by
(Nothing)
NEXT CHANGE
Keypad is in use
alarm indicated by
(Nothing)
NEXT CHANGE
Exit from:
Assign relays to
mode alarms
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Chapter 7
Action Items
The Action Items top level menu consists of four menu subgroups as shown in the table
below.
Common Action Items Menu
Display
Common action items
(clear memory, etc)
Comments
Use this menu to restart the system, erase all entries, clear
alarms or view alarm status, clear all holds, and various
other useful actions and/or system commands.
NEXT
Alarm action items
(view, clear, etc)
NEXT
Hold action items
(Hold reading, etc)
Use this menu to clear, hold current output, set hold mode
value, scale, and set holds for distance, level and volume.
NEXT
Serial port related
action item
Use this menu to update, set up, and enable the serial ports.
NEXT
Each of these menu subgroups is described in the following sections of this chapter.
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Comments
Press to enter the Common action items menu. Press
to continue to next Action Item menu subgroup.
NEXT
System restart. Does
not affect user data
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Note: If more than three measurements are set up, the system assigns the extra
readouts to show up in alternate mode and the display toggles between
normal and alternate modes. The next two items freeze the display in alternate
or normal modes. Execute a Clear all holds command (CMD 9) to resume display
toggling between normal and alternate displays.
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Switch display to
alternate mode
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Switch display to
normal mode
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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Comments
Press to enter the Alarm action items menu. Press to
continue to next Action item menu subgroup
NEXT
Acknowledge
all alarms
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Note: The next two menu items are only displayed if alarm delay times have been
enabled in the Special Functions menu (page 8-10) and a delay time for alarm
activation or alarm clear has been entered for one or more alarms.
End alarm
delay command
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
End un-alarm
delay command
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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Comments
Press to enter the Hold action items menu. Press to
continue to next Action item menu subgroup.
NEXT
7-4
Execute this command to clear all holds (if any holds are in
effect).
Current output
hold mode value
50.00% of scale
NEXT
Hold level at
0.000 ft level
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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Comments
Enter hold value for level used to test the absolute level.
Execute level hold using the next menu item.
Hold level at
0.000 ft level
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
NEXT
Hold Volume at
0.000 cu ft
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Comments
Press to enter the Hold action items menu. Press to
return to main heading for the Action items menu group
NEXT
Update data output
to port 1, RS-232
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Clear flgs-buff
RS-232
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
[Service-only item.]
Clear flgs-buff
RS-485
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
[Service-only item.]
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Display
Comments
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Chapter 8
The Set up serial ports menu consists of seven submenu headings as shown in the
table below.
The first four submenus allow you to configure the RS-232 (port 1) and RS-485
(port 2) serial port communication parameters and to set up the data streaming
parameters.
The next two submenus allow commands to be assigned to the two contact
closure inputs. These commands are then executed when the contact closure
inputs are opened or closed.
The last submenu Special functions includes a variety of specialized menu
items for controlling the operation of relays, specifying what is shown on the
measurement displays, enabling the service-only menu items, etc.
Set Up Serial Ports, Contact Input, or Special Functions Menu
Display
Comments
Assign commands to
execute on contact
open/close 1
NEXT
Assign commands to
execute on contact
open/close 2
NEXT
Special functions
NEXT
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Serial Ports
The gauge offers both an RS-232 single-drop (port 1) and an RS-485 multi-drop (port 2)
serial interface. Each port provides independent access to the gauge's measurement and
software functions. Both ports can be connected to the gauge simultaneously, however,
the Setup Menus can only be accessed by one port at a time.
You communicate with the gauge using a remote ANSI terminal, a PC with terminal
emulation software, or a TMT Hand-Held Terminal (HHT). You can connect the RS-232
port of the gauge directly to the RS-232 Com port on a PC. To connect the RS-485 port
of the gauge to the Com port on a PC requires an RS-232 to RS-485 adapter. Alternately,
you can connect a TMT HHT directly to the RS-485 port on the gauge.
The RS-485 port supports multi-unit party-line communications. A maximum of 32
units can be connected to the party-line. A unit assigned the default unit number of zero
will behave as if it is the only unit in use.
Note:
Thermo offers TMTComm software for your PC that emulates a TMT HHT and also
allows you to set up and monitor multiple gauges over an RS-485 party-line. In addition,
the TMTComm software and the Model 9734 HHT allow you to download gauge setup
parameters to a PC file and to later upload a saved setup file back to the gauge.
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Comments
Do not disable
port 2 RS-485
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Port 2 RS-485
9600 baud
Continue Change
Port 2 RS-485 uses
7 bit word
Change to 8
Continue as is.
Do send LineFeed
with CR for NewLine
Change to Do not
Exit port 1 setup.
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Terminal Types
The menus allow you to configure the RS-232 (Port 1) and RS-485 (Port 2) ports to
communicate with the following devices.
Note:
ANSI terminal: The gauge sends ANSI escape sequences for screen and cursor
control which are supported by ANSI terminals and by most PC-based
communication packages. This setup allows full access to the gauge menu system
from the terminal.
HandHeld terminal: This configuration supports the TMT Hand-Held Terminal
(Model 9733) or the TMTCOMM software emulation of the Hand-Held terminal.
Blind mode: This is a special mode that supports access to the gauge via a userwritten program or script. The menu system is not available, rather the
hexadecimal version of the direct entry keyboard codes must be used to enter
parameters. The gauge unit will echo a > character (ASCII code 62) if the code
is understood, otherwise it sends a < character (ASCII code 60). This mode
supports user-written scripts from within a terminal emulation communications
package to automate a setup or a data monitoring procedure.
Do not attempt to use Blind Mode with the Hand-Held Terminal. The HHT
does not support the hexadecimal direct entry codes required for the blind
mode.
This menu controls the selection, formatting, and transmission of real-time measurement
data to a serial device via the RS-232 or RS-485 ports. When a port is set up for data
streaming (continuous transmission of readings), the system sends a readout update on a
regular basis. This update interval can be varied from 1 second to 9999 seconds between
updates. The update data can include the readouts from any or all of the measurements
that have been set up (measurements 1 through 8).
Data streaming on a party-line (RS-485 multiple units) is automatically suspended when
you send the SLEEP command, and is normally suspended when you CONNECT to
any unit on the party-line. You can tell a unit to output while in connect using the Set
up port menus (described below) so the unit will continue to data stream, except while
you are in the menu system. A unit with a unit number of zero will automatically output
while in connect.
A reading is a measurement such as level or volume. A data set is all of the readings
being sent by a particular unit. By default, a NEWLINE is sent after each reading. A
HOME and a CLEAR are sent after each set. This causes the data to update at the same
place on the screen.
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Comments
The following menu item is repeated for all measurements (1-8) which have been set up.
This is a slave
unit (xmit control).
Change to master
Continue as is.
NEXT
Set up header- Form
feed, message, etc
{RS-232}
NEXT
NEXT
Port 2 RS-485 update
time 0 sec
NEXT
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PartyLine Communications
This section describes various aspects of setting up and using party-line communications
for multiple gauges.
Setting up a Party-Line
To set up party-line communications from the local keypad and display of each gauge on
the party-line, use the following procedure.
1. Wire all units to the RS-485 common lines as per the wiring instructions in the
installation guide provided with your gauge.
3. For each unit, ensure the Modify port menu communication settings are the
same (baud rate, parity, and handshake). Assign each gauge a unique nonzero
unit number. See page 8-3.
4.
In the Set up portdata transmission menu, (page 8-4) set up the desired RS485 measurement selections, data formats, user messages, etc., for each unit.
5. Using the Set up portdata transmission menu, configure the master unit as
follows. (The master unit is usually assigned the lowest unit number, typically
unit #1.)
Specify an appropriate RS-485 update time (see the next section, Master
Update Time.
6. Using the Set up portdata transmission menu, configure each of the slave
units as follows:
PartyLine Modes
The party-line has three distinct modes of operation, Unconnected, Connected, and Sleep.
Normally, the party-line operates in the Unconnected mode.
A unit in Unconnected mode only responds to:
When a unit is in Connect mode, the units Setup Menus can be accessed (if not in Blind
or Printer mode) and the unit will continue to send updates if Do data stream in connect
mode has been enabled. Connect mode is exited when a valid DISCONNECT command
is received.
A unit in Sleep mode will not respond to anything except a valid WAKEUP Command.
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Party-Line Commands
Some useful escape codes are:
ESC [ Z# #
ESC O Q
DISCONNECT Command
ESC X C
ESC X D
WAKEUP Command
ESC X 1
ESC X 2
ESC O V
ID REQUEST Command
ESC X 4
ESC [Yuu;cc;vvdd
Party-Line Limitations
The RS-485 party-line uses half-duplex communications. That is, only one system can
send information at any given time. For instance, if you are entering data during the time
window for a gauge to send its output, garbled characters may result. This occurs mainly
when the gauges menu system is being accessed in Connect mode. In this circumstance,
you should verify that the gauge received the correct setup information before continuing.
The party-line also behaves erratically when more than one device issues synch
characters. This can happen if there is more than one master on the link, or if synch
characters are sent from a terminal or PC.
Data streaming has to be explicitly turned off in the Set up port 2 RS-485 data
transmission menu. Deselecting all measurements from data streaming will not inhibit
data streaming. Rather, the gauge will send a default update with all measurements,
escape string positioning, and the For setup... message. This default update is intended
to appear after a complete NVRAM erasure (i.e., performing a CMD 74), when data
streaming has not yet been configured. Also, the data formatting and update time menus
will not be available until at least one measurement is selected.
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Comments
The following non-packet format menu items are displayed
if Do not transmitpacket format was selected in the
Set up portdata transmission menus. The menu items
are identical for the RS-232 and RS-485 ports.
Do send NEWLINE
after each reading.
Change to Do not
Continue as is.
Do send units
with each reading.
Change to Do not
Continue as is.
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Comments
Set up custom
data set messages
{RS-232}
NEXT
Contact Inputs
You can assign commands to be executed based on a user-provided contact input open or
close. The following menu items are available for each contact closure input installed in
your gauge.
Comments
Do nothing command
executed by closing
switch 1. Use Chg
Do nothing command
executed by opening
switch 1. Use Chg
Note: These menu items are repeated for contact closure input number 2.
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Special Functions
Special Functions Menu
Display
Do not enable alarm
related selections
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Do not disable
dynamic tracking
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Do not enable
service-only items.
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Do not enable
multiple setups
Change to Do
Continue as is.
NEXT
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Do enable
serial dump items.
Change to Do not
Continue as is.
NEXT
Set up custom units
messages
NEXT
Do not use 2nd order
calibration bk tab
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Comments
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Multiple Setups
When multiple setups are enabled under the Special functions menu, the Store/
retrieve/view multiple setups menus shown below will be available under the Set up
density menu.
Store/Retreive/View Multiple Setups Menu
Display
Comments
Commands to store
setup as one of nine
configurations
NEXT
Commands to retrieve
a stored setup
NEXT
View data in stored
setups
NEXT
When a stored data set has been retrieved for use, the number of the data set is displayed
next to the For setup, press message on the fourth line of the display. For example,
2 For setup, press indicates that stored data set 2 is currently in use.
8-12
Enter a value of 0 (zero) for the first character to reset the message to the
null string, the default value.
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32
SP(ace)
51
70
89
108
33
52
71
90
109
34
"
53
72
91
110
35
54
73
92
111
36
55
74
93
112
37
56
75
94
113
38
&
57
76
95
114
39
58
77
96
115
40
59
78
97
116
41
60
<
79
98
117
42
61
80
99
118
43
62
>
81
100
119
44
63
82
101
120
45
64
83
102
121
46
65
84
103
122
47
66
85
104
123
48
0 (zero)
67
86
105
124
49
68
87
106
125
50
69
88
107
126
Comments
Press to access the custom message setup menu items.
There is a maximum of eight messages, ten characters per
message. The custom units message has no effect on the
measurement readout.
Enter first character of the first custom message. Use the
arrow keys to scroll through the available characters, or
enter the ASCII character code from the table above. Enter
0 (zero) to reset to default (null) value.
Note: Press after selecting a character to move to the next character in the message.
Pressing twice moves to the next message.
Character #1 of
custom message #2
0
NEXT
Note: The next menu item is repeated for each measurement that has been set up using
the Set up additional measurements menu.
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Chapter 9
The Security, service and diagnostic functions menus is divided into four primary
menu subgroups.
Security Items
This menu provides password protection to prevent unauthorized personnel from making
new setup entries or changing existing entries in the Setup Menus.
Security Items Menu
Display
Security items:
Password, etc.)
Comments
Press to access the Security items menus.
NEXT
Password ********
(Lock out setup)
NEXT HELP
Keypad is in use
alarm indicated by
(Nothing)
NEXT CHANGE
This alarm indicates that the system Setup Menus are being
accessed either via the keypad or serial port. Use the key
to scroll through the available alarm indicators.
The password is a numeric entry that can be from 1-8 digits in length and include any
combination of the digits 0-9. For example, 056, 4321, and 12345678 are all valid
passwords. Leading 0s are part of the password and must be entered.
Caution:
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Once a password has been set, you must enter this password whenever you use the set up
menus. Once you enter the password and access the Setup Menus, you will be able to
reenter the menus without entering the password for a period of up to five minutes. To
disable the password, enter 0 (zero) for the password value.
The Entries have been changed xx times item can be used to check for unauthorized
entries. The value in this entry is updated each time a setup entry is changed and saved.
After you complete the setup of your gauge, note this value and then periodically check
this item to see if the number has changed. If the number has changed, it indicates that
one or more menu setup items have been changed and saved.
The Keypad is in use item can also help you detect unauthorized changes by activating
an alarm when the system is accessed by either the keypad or the serial port.
Comments
Press to access the Diagnostic menu items.
NEXT
Run self test
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Review all alarms that have occurred since the last clear
alarms command, including process, warning, fault, and
mode alarms.
Serial port
error logs
NEXT
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Comments
Only displayed if relays are installed.
Submenu containing logs of relay activity including
cumulative on time and number of times activated. See
relay history logs table below.
Program rev #
4.04
20-JAN-1999
18:45:48
NEXT
Snapshot MENU
[ Service-only item]
Show instantaneous value of various dynamic internal
parameters. See the Snapshot menu table below.
NEXT
View internal
constants
[ Service-only item]
Submenu to display values of various internal constants that
are computed based on user entries.
NEXT
Last STD cycle was:
empty**
NEXT
STD mode @ CAL cycle
empty**
NEXT
Comments
Relay 1 on time
142.1 hours
(non-volatile save
once per hour) NEXT
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Snapshot Menu
This item (in the Diagnostics menu) displays the current (instantaneous) value of
various dynamic internal parameters. This item only shows up if you enable Serviceonly items in the Special functions menu.
Snapshot Menu [Service-only item]
Display
Comments
Snapshot MENU
[ Service-only item]
Press to view instantaneous value of various dynamic
internal parameters.
NEXT
th
Note: The 4 line of several Snapshot menus reads: CONT UPDATE NEXT
Press to UPDATE the snapshot value. Press to switch to CONTinuous update mode.
Display will then show FREEZE. Press again to return to the FREEZE or
snapshot mode.
Readout from
measurement 1
11.07 ft level
CONT UPDATE
Readout from
measurement 2
150.8 cu ft
CONT UPDATE
Note: The above menu item is repeated for each measurement that has been setup using
the Set up additional measurements menu.
Counter chip
register status
NEXT
AUX INPUT value
0.00
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Internal value of
AUX signal
0.000
NEXT
Internal value of
sensor signal
2568 cps
CONT UPDATE NEXT
Internal value of
sensor to CAL ratio
0.3565
CONT UPDATE NEXT
Ratio of:
(measured radiation counts background counts)
to (standardization counts background counts)
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Comments
Internal value of
I out %
60.80 %
CONT UPDATE NEXT
Internal value of
I out flt
5429 (8000=100%)
CONT UPDATE NEXT
Internal value of
I out fix
5428 (8000=100%)
NEXT
UPDATE
HV ctl
4258
CONT UPDATE
NEXT
HV delta
6.622E-3
HV ctl chg
1.0
Upper threshold
4509 {out of 8192}
(read only)
NEXT
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9-6
Comments
Execute this command to clear all holds (if any) that are in
effect.
Current output
hold mode value
50.00% of scale
NEXT
TN LevelPRO
Comments
Hold level at
15.00 ft level
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
[Service-only item]
Enter hold value for level used to test the absolute level.
Execute level hold using the next menu item.
Hold level at
0.000 cm
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
[Service-only item]
Press to execute command to hold primary measurement
value at the value specified in previous item. Use Clear all
holds to clear.
NEXT
Hold Volume at
150.0 cu ft
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Review measurement
assignments 1-8
NEXT
Do not enable
service-only items.
Change to Do
Continue as is.
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Comments
Program rev #
4.04
20-JAN-1999
18:45:48
NEXT
FPLA version:
3
NEXT
Stack Statistics
Avail: 1924 bytes
Used: 80 bytes
NEXT
WDOG Restarts=0
User Warm Boots = 2
NEXT
Hardware
diagnostics
NEXT
View error status:
Bad NV writes, etc.
NEXT
Test relays
NEXT
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Do not enable
RS-232 test mode
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Do not enable
RS-485 test mode
Change to Do
Continue as is.
TN LevelPRO
Comments
Do not disable
bad entry testing
Change to Do
Continue as is.
Signal diagnostics
NEXT
View menu, special
measurement, alarm &
command codes
NEXT
[service-only item]
Comments
NEXT
Test-set relay #1
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Test-clr relay #1
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
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9-10
[service-only item]
Comments
Scintillator
HV control value
2647
NEXT
Scintillator
HV control maximum:
8185
NEXT
Hold HV at
2647
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Hold HV at
present
Exit this menu.
NEXT EXECUTE CMD
Press to select measurement number. Selecting a nonzero measurement number will cause additional menu items
to be displayed allowing you to track the min and max
values of the selected measurement.
TN LevelPRO
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting
Contacting Thermo
Thermos technical support department is ready to assist you with any installation or
setup problems you may have with your gauge. You can contact Thermo at:
Thermo Electron Corporation
Process Instruments Division
1410 Gillingham Lane
Sugar Land, TX 77478 USA
Phone: 713-272-0404
Fax: 713-272-2272
Web: www. thermo.com
Troubleshooting
Refer to the installation guide for installation and wiring instructions as well as
maintenance instructions for the source head and the detector-transmitter.
DANGER: Remove all power from the unit before servicing. Electrocution can
result if power is present.
No Display
When power is applied, the gauge continuously sends the measurement readouts or a
setup message to the remote terminal or HHT via the serial ports, except when you access
the Setup Menus. If the display is blank when power is applied to the gauge or if the
display disappears, check the following:
Verify that the communication settings are set properly for the remote terminal or
the HHT. The default settings for the gauge are 7 data bits, even parity, 1 stop bit,
and 9600 baud.
Verify the power supply at the source.
Remove power from the detector-transmitter, then remove the cover from the
detector housing and verify that the power cable wires are securely fastened to
the correct terminals and that the connectors for RS-485 or RS-232 serial port are
correctly wired. (Refer to the Installation and Maintenance Manual.)
If the optional AC Power board is installed, verify that the connectors on the
cable connecting the AC Power board to the CPU board are securely seated on
both boards. (Refer to the Installation and Maintenance Manual.)
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If you suspect a detector problem, you can quickly check the detector output using the
Internal value of sensor signal item in the Snapshot menu (Direct Entry Code
112003). If the tank is at least partially empty, this value (count rate in counts per second)
should be much larger with the source shutter ON than with the shutter OFF (typically
more than ten times larger).
As a further check, empty the tank and compare the Internal value of sensor signal to
the STD value in use (standardization value) displayed in the Sensor standardization
submenu of the Gauge fine tuning menu (Direct Entry code 121003). If the gauge was
working properly when it was last standardized, the two values should be similar. (The
match is not exact because the STD value is filtered and corrected for background
radiation and source decay.)
If the displayed signal value is not behaving correctly, be sure to consider misalignment
of the gauge head, buildup or wear, debris in the beam path, or faulty shutter operation
before testing the detector signals.
If you can eliminate these other factors, the cause is probably on the CPU board. Verify
that the connectors on the cable connecting the Detector board to the CPU board are
securely seated on both boards (refer to the Installation and Maintenance Manual). If the
problem remains, call Thermo Technical Services for assistance.
Relay Problems
If you suspect a problem with a relay output, you can attach a continuity tester to the
suspected relay output and use the Test relays commands to test relay operation. (see
Chapter 9 for details.)
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Special Meas.
Code
1540
1541
1031
1032
1033
24
1048
25
1049
27
1051
49
1585
51
1075
54
1078
55
1079
62
1598
63
1599
83
1107
85
1109
86
1110
87
1111
88
1112
89
1113
93
1117
94
1118
n/a
147
n/a
148
n/a
149
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