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Page 1: RangeMaster Ultrasonic Level Transmitter · 2007-10-10 · RangeMaster Ultrasonic Level Transmitter Series 500 RA NG E SERIES. 1 CONTENTS PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION 2 SPECIFICATIONS 5

Measurement SystemsInstallation and Operating Instructions

RangeMasterUltrasonic LevelTransmitterSeries 500

RANGES E R I E S

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CONTENTS

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION 2

SPECIFICATIONS 5

INSTALLATION 7

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS 10

WIRING GUIDE 13

DATA INPUT 18

QUICK START 19

QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart - Entering Setup 23

QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart - Menus 24

QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart - Set Transducer 25

QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart - Digitising 25

QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart - Setup 26

SCALING YOUR VESSEL 27

SOFTWARE TREE OVERVIEW 31

SET UP ~ Description 32

SET UP ~ Description - Relays 33

SET UP ~ Flow Chart 35

TEST ~ Description 37

TEST ~ Flow Chart 38

RESTARTING THE RANGEMASTER 39

RESETTING THE RANGEMASTER 39

ADJUSTING THE LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY VIEWING ANGLE 39

DIAGNOSTIC DISPLAY 39

ERROR CODES 40

TROUBLESHOOTING 41

CONNECTING AN OSCILLOSCOPE 42

CONNECTING HAWKLOG 43

WARRANTY 49

PART NUMBERING 49

Ultrasonic Series 500

INTRODUCTION

- Transducer- Amplifier

PROPRIETARY NOTICEThe information contained in this publication isderived in part from proprietary and patent data.This information has been prepared for the expresspurpose of assisting operating and maintenancepersonnel in the efficient use of the instrumentdescribed herein.Publication of this information does not conveyany rights to use or reproduce it, or to use for anypurpose other than in connection with theinstallation, operation and maintenance of theequipment described herein.

Copyright 1995Printed by Graphic Zone, AustraliaAll Rights Reserved.

YEAR 2000 COMPLIANCEThe equipment and/or software described in thismanual is Year 2000 Compliant, and as such is inno way affected by the roll over from December31, 1999 to January 1, 2000.

WARNINGThis instrument contains electronic componentsthat are susceptible to damage by static electricity.Proper *handling procedures must be observedduring the removal, installation, or handling orinternal circuit boards or devices.

* Handling Procedure:1. Power to unit must be removed.2. Personnel must be grounded, via wrist strap or

other safe, suitable means, before any printedcircuit board or other internal device is installed,removed or adjusted.

3. Printed circuit boards must be transported ina conductive bag or other conductive container.Boards must not be removed from protectiveenclosure until the immediate time ofinstallation. Removed boards must be placedimmediately in a protective container fortransport, storage, or return to factory.

• Comments:This instrument is not unique in its content of ESD(electrostatic discharge) sensitive components.Most modern electronic designs containcomponents that utilize metal oxide technology(NMOS, CMOS, etc.) Experience has proven thateven small amounts of static electricity can damageor destroy these devices. Damaged components,even though they appear to function properly,exhibit early failure.

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PRINCIPLE of OPERATION

Ultrasonic Series 500

The Range Master ultrasonic levelmeasurement system operates bytransmitting an ultrasonic signal from thetransducer towards the product beingmonitored. The reflected signal or echo isreceived by the transducer and processed bythe amplifier. The time between transmissionof the ultrasonic signal and reception of theecho is measured, and using the speed ofsound through air, the distance from thetransducer to the product being monitoredis calculated. The Hawk Range Master systemuses sophisticated software to locate andtrack the correct echo without being affectedby echos from fixed objects or changes in theproduct surface. When the product level orsurface conditions change, the system adopts

pre-selected signal tracking parameters. Inthe event of a total loss of signal, the systemadopts pre selected signal recovery routinesto relocate the correct product level. Thesystem employs automatic gain control tocompensate for changes in echo amplitude,due to changes in environmental conditions.The system has continuous current, voltageand relay outputs. These outputs can beprogrammed for failsafe conditions in theevent of a loss of signal or system malfunction.The factory settings are based on years ofexperience in acoustically difficultapplications. This typically means that thesystem can be installed and made operationalin a minimum of time.

DIGITISINGDigitising is a software routine that createsan acoustic map of the vessel beingmonitored. The map is used to storeinformation about the system transmit pulseand the amplitude and location of all echoeswithin the mapped distance. The Mappeddata is used during signal processing, andprovides a high level of discrimination toremove the effects unwanted echoes.

Refer figures 1, 2, and 3. Unwanted echoescan be caused by imperfections in thetransducer mounting and by features withinthe vessel i.e. ladders, struts, support beams.Digitising, along with transducer mountingand location are crucial steps in setting upyour RangeMaster and if done correctly, willenhance system performance.

RECIEVED SIGNAL

DIGITISED DATA

PROCESSED SIGNAL

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

Valid Echo

Valid Echo

Unwanted Echo

Transmit pulse

Transmit pulse

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Ultrasonic Series 500

BLANKING DISTANCE

The blanking distance is the minimumdistance from the face of the transducer thatthe product being monitored can be reliablydetected. When the transducer is energized,it vibrates causing an ultrasonic signal to beemitted, and continues to vibrate for a shorttime after the energy source is removed. Thetime taken for the transducer to energize andthen stop vibrating is measured andconverted into a distance equivalent and iscalled the blanking distance. Refer to Figure 4.

Speed of Sound = 5.8mS/m (Inc. Echo return time)

Blanking Zone = 1.7mS ÷ 5.8 = 0.3m

Valid Echo = 5.8mS ÷ 5.8 = 1.0m

The blanking distance is influenced by anumber of factors. The main factors aretransducer frequency and system gain. Lowerfrequencies and higher system gains meanlonger blanking distances. The Transducerfrequency is application and range dependent.Applications where long distances, dust,steam, foam, or condensations are expectedshould use lower frequency transducers. TheRange Master system utilizes adaptive gain.Adaptive gain means that the system gain is

0B l a n k i n g

Distance

RingdownNode

Echo (level)5.8 mS

0

Figure 4

decreased automatically when the returnecho is above a defined amplitude. This meansthat when the monitored product comescloser to the transducer and the echoamplitude increases, the system gain isreduced. The reduced gain means theblanking distance is reduced. Refer to Figures 5 and 6.

Figure 5

B l a n k i n gDistance

Ringdown NodeTransmit Pulse

LOW GAIN - Short Blanking Distance

Echo

Figure 6

HIGH GAIN - Longer Blanking Distance

B l a n k i n gDistance

Ringdown NodeTransmit Pulse

Echo

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Ultrasonic Series 500

TEMPERATURE COMPENSATION

The velocity of sound through air is affectedby changes in the ambient temperature, andchanges by 0.17% per degree Celsius (0.10%per degree Fahrenheit). Therefore, if therewere a 10°C (17°F) change in the applicationthere would be a 1.7% change in the velocityof sound. Since ultrasonic level measurementsystems rely on the velocity sound tocalculate distance, there would also be a 1.7%error in the distance measured. The Hawkultrasonic level measurement system isdesigned to compensate for changes in theambient temperature within the vessel beingmonitored. This is done by one of twomethods.

1. Nominating a fixed temperature within thesoftware setup which best represents theaverage temperature of the application.

2. Utilizing a temperature sensor to measurethe ambient temperature of the application.

There are two types of temperature sensoravailable.

1. Internal: Within the transducer assembly.2. External: Mounted separate from the

transducer assembly.

An external sensor is recommended wherethe transducer temperature does notaccurately reflect the application temperature.The external temperature sensor can beinstalled in an appropriate position withinthe vessel to monitor the applicationtemperature.

VAPOUR COMPENSATION

The transducer frequency should be selectedto best match the application. Generally, lowerfrequencies should be used for long distancesand higher frequencies for short distances.The frequency selection must also take intoaccount the application in which thetransducer is to be mounted. In high dust,steam, foam, or condensation applications,lower frequencies will work with greaterefficiency and reliability. The following' s willgive some guidelines.

The velocity of sound will vary depending onthe medium it is travelling in. For example,the Velocity of sound at 0°C (32°F) is in dryair 331 m/s (1086 ft/s) and in CO2 is 259 m/s(850 ft/s), a difference of 21.73%. This canintroduce significant errors in the measured

distance when using ultrasonic measuringsystems. The Hawk Range Master has theflexibility to adjust the velocity of sound usedin calculations, and therefore compensate fora wide variety of environmental conditionswithin the vessel being monitored.

TRANSDUCER FREQUENCY SELECTION

It is crucial to system performance to matchthe transducer frequency to the size andenvironmental conditions of the vessel beingmonitored. Always seek advice from yourHawk representative if you are unsure aboutthe optimum frequency for your application.

30kHz Liquids/simple solids

20kHz Agitated liquids/dust free solids

10kHz Steam/foaming liquids/dusty solids/pneumatic filling

5kHz Steam/foaming liquids/dusty solids, powders etc

TRANSDUCER DISTANCE

TD-30 10m

TD-20 20m

TD-10 75m

TD-05 125m

Table 1.

Table 2.

Refer table 3, page 6.

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SPECIFICATIONS

AMPLIFIERRANGE

RMHA125 0 - 125m (375 ft)RMA100 0 - 100m (240 ft)RMA 20 0 - 30m (90 ft)RMA 10 0 - 15m (45 ft)

ACCURACY

0.2% of Full Range

RESOLUTION0.1% of Range

DISPLAY

16 Character Alphanumeric LCD (Single Channel)32 Character Alphanumeric LCD (Dual Channel)Adjustable Viewing Angle

MEMORY

All parameters stored in non volatileEEPROM. Data retained for 10 yearswithout power.

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

-20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F)

ANALOG OUTPUT CURRENT

Nominal range (adjustable)ØmA - 20mA4mA - 20mAVoltage Level 7 - 32VdcOver Voltage ProtectedReverse Polarity ProtectedMaximum Load: 750 Ohms @ 24VdcConnection - Current Drive or ModulatingOptically Isolated to 3000V Continuous

SUPPLY VOLTAGE

110Vac 50/60Hz +/- 15%240Vac 50/60Hz +/- 15%24Vdc +/- 15%

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Ultrasonic Series 500

POWER CONSUMPTION

Max 18VA on ac powerMax 630mA/24Vdc

LEVEL ALARM RELAYS

6 x S.P.D.T. 10 amp/280Vac*

FAILSAFE RELAY

1 x S.P.D.T 10Amp/280Vac per channel*

*Relay contacts must be protected byfuses with appropriate characteristics.

FUSE PROTECTION

250mA - 110Vac/240Vac630mA - 24Vdc

ENCLOSURE

IP67 (NEMA 4X)1(UL Approved)Width Height Depth186mm x 302mm x 175mm- Polyester F.R.P.

TRANSDUCER

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

-20º to 80ºC (-40º to 176ºF) Teflon Face-20º to <175º (-40º to <350ºF) Titanium Face

HOUSING MATERIAL U.P.V.C. Stainless Steel Polypropylene KYNAR (P.V.D.F)

FLANGE/CONE MATER1ALU.P.V.C.Stainless SteelCPCVPolypropyleneKYNAR (P.V.D.F)TeflonCarbon FibrePolyurethere

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Ultrasonic Series 500

CABLINGTRANSDUCER

R-146 Tri-axial Cable or Belden 9222 Tri-axial Cable or

RG-62U Coaxial Cable (must be run in grounded metal conduit).

Maximum Cable Length is 185 metres (600feet) for all types of cable.

Note: Use of wrong cable will seriously affectthe systems performance.

TEMPERATURE SENSORType 9462 Belden or similar.Maximum Cable Length is 50 metres

TRANSDUCER cont'dFACE MATERIAL

Polyolefin

Titanium

Teflon

Gylon

FLANGE MOUNTINGAnsi, JIS, DIN. Refer page 11.

NIPPLE MOUNTING

1.00 N.P.T. BSP.

Other sizes available on request.

EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE SENSORHOUSING MATERIAL

Polypropylene

RESPONSE TIME

< 8 minutes

OPERATING TEMPERATURE

-20º to 110ºC (-4º to 230ºF)

MOUNTING

1" NPT

SPECIFICATIONS cont'd

Metres/Second Feet/Second

Dry air 331 1086Ammonia 415 1362Argon 308 1010Carbon Dioxide 259 850Carbon Monoxide 338 1109Chlorine 206 676Dueterium 890 2920Ethane (10ºC) 308 1010Ethylene 317 1040Helium 965 3166Hydrogen 1284 4213Hydrogen Bromide 200 656Hydrogen Chloride 206 676Hydrogen Iodide 157 515Hydrogen Sulfide 289 948

Sound Velocities for Gases at 0ºC

Acetone 230 755Benzene 202 663Carbon Tetrachloride 145 476Chloroform 171 561Ethanol 269 883Ethyl Ether 206 676

SOUND VELOCITIES

Gases cont'd Metres/Second Feet/Second

Illuminating (Coal Gas) 453 1486Methane 430 1411Neon 435 1427Nitric Oxide (10ºC) 324 1063Nitrogen 334 1096Nitrous Oxide 263 863Oxygen 316 1037Sulphur Dioxide 213 699

Sound Velocities for Vapours at 0ºC

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Monitoring SolidsIn general, the transducer mounting positioncan be determined by measuring the distancefrom the infeed to the vessel wall, andmounting the transducer l/3r this distancefrom the wall. Refer figures 7 and 8, page 8.

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Ultrasonic Series 500

INSTALLATION GUIDE

BLANKING DISTANCE

TRANSDUCER FREQUENCY Minimum Nominal Conservative

TD-30 30kHz 0.25m (10") 0.3m (1ft) 0.4m (1.3ft)

TD-20 20kHz 0.3m (1ft) 0.4m (1.3ft) 0.5m (1.6ft)

TD-10 10kHz 0.7m (2.3ft) 1.0m (3.3ft) 1.2m (4ft)

TD-05 5kHz 1.0m (3.3ft) 1.2m (4ft) 1.5m (5ft)

AMPLIFIERSelect a suitable mounting position that isnot in direct sunlight. If necessary, utilize asunshade. Refer figure 13, page 10. Observethe minimum and maximum temperaturelimits (-20°C/-4°F to 60°C/140°F) Do not mountnear sources of high E.M.F. such as highcurrent cables, motor starters, or S.C.R.variable speed drives. Avoid mounting in highvibration areas such as handrails and rotatingplant. Use rubber absorption mounts ifmounting in light vibration areas. Removethe P.C.B. assembly before drilling cable andconduit entry holes.

TRANSDUCERSelecting a suitable position to mount thetransducer on the vessel is the single MOSTIMPORTANT step. Please read all of theinstallation guide and contact your Hawkrepresentative if you have any doubts orquestions. The mounting position must allowfor the blanking distance. That is, thetransducer face MUST be at least the blankingdistance away from highest the product levelin the bin, tank, or silo at all times. Refer totable 4 below.

Where possible use the conservative valuesand increase this distance by 50% if there isfoam, dust, steam, or condensation in thevessel being monitored. Refer "BlankingDistance" page 3. If using a flange mounting,use a rubber or neoprene gasket and washers.If using a nipple mounting, ensure that themounting bracket is >6mm (0.24 in) from therear of the transducer. Do not over tightenthe lock nuts. When using a focaliser cone,ensure that it protrudes at least 50mm (2 in)into the vessel. If the transducer needs to bemounted above the roofline, use anappropriate standpipe or nozzle. Refer figures7 page 8 and figure 16 page 12. Use commonsense when selecting the mounting position.A clear line of sight from the transducer tothe product being monitored is preferred.

Table 4.

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INSTALLATION GUIDE cont'd

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Ultrasonic Series 500

Mounting Position

External Temperature SensorThe external temperature sensor is usedwhere the application temperature issignificantly different to the temperature atthe face of the transducer. The externaltemperature sensor should be mounted in aposition which will best represent theapplication temperature to ensure accuratetemperature compensation.

Monitoring LiquidsMount the transducer perpendicular to theliquid surface and away from the infeed.Avoid mounting near ladders, baffles, agitatorsetc. Refer to figures 9, 10 and 11, page 9.

Vessel

InfedPipe

1/32/3

Minimum50mm (2")

Figure 7.

Flush MountNozzle Mount

Minimum50mm (2")

Stand PipeMount

TRANSDUCER MOUNTING

SOLID (Granular)

Aim transducer atpoint of outfeed.

POWDER

Mount away frominfeed

DUAL OUTFEED

Use two transducer andselect Average mode on

a dual amplifier.

LIQUID

Transducer should beas perpendicular to

product as practicable.

Figure 8.

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INSTALLATION GUIDE cont'd

9

Ultrasonic Series 500

Figure 9.

‘A’ is mounted correctly

KeepawayfromFillPipes

ANSI Flange

Keep awayfrom Struts,

Ladders,Beams, etc.

'A''B'

DIFX 2.3mXDUCER#2 OUT

Measurement Systems

TRANSDUCER MOUNTING cont'd

VERTICAL LIQUID TANK APPLICATIONS HORIZONTAL LIQUID TANK APPLICATIONS

1/3 R

Span

Do Not Mount onCentreline

R

50mm(2")Min

Centre Transducerbetween Blade and

Tank Sidewall

Span

R

50mm(2")Min

Figure 10.

Preferred

R

1/4 to1/3R

Top View

50mm(2") Min

R

Span

Offset Transducer1/4 to 1/3R

End View

Figure 11.

Span will be fromTransducer

Face to pointdirectly belowTransducer in

Vessel.

Span will be fromTrancducer Face topoint directly below

Transducer in Vessel.Ensure Transducer isperpendicular to liquidsurface at all times.

DIFX 2.3mXDUCER#2 OUT

Measurement Systems

Blankingdistance

'B''A'

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281mm (11.06")

MOUNTING DIMENSIONS

10

Ultrasonic Series 500

Figure 12.

AMPLIFIER ENCLOSER

SUN SHIELD

The RangeMaster Amplifier should be mounted out of direct sunlight. If mounted outside, theRangeMaster should face away from the sun and have a sunshield fitted.

Mounting holes - 5mm/0.197" dia. 4 places

300mm (11.8")

400mm(15.75")

450mm (17.7")

175mm(6.9")

186mm(7.3")

166mm (6.5")

302mm (11.9")

Figure 13.

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MOUNTING DIMENSIONS cont'd

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Ultrasonic Series 500

REMOTE TRANSDUCER

STANDARD MOUNT FLANGE

SeeStandardFlangeTable

NOMINAL TRANSDUCER DIMENSIONS

A B C D E

TD30 C4 Cone 75mm 416mm 98.5mm 267mm2.95in 16.37in 3.87in 10.51in

TD20 C4 Cone 75mm 465mm 98.5mm 267mm2.95in 18.30in 3.87in 10.51in

TD10 C10 Cone 88mm 775mm 235mm 410mm3.46in 30.51in 9.25in 16.14in

TD05 C10 Cone 88mm 1021mm 235mm 410mm3.46in 40.2in 9.25in 16.14in

FLANGE SIZE

4 = 100mm/4"6 = 150mm/6"8 = 200mm/8"

10 = 250mm/10"

Other sizes availableon request

FLANGE TYPE

A = ANSI FlangeD = DIN FlangeJ = JIS Flange

Other sizes availableon request

STANDARD ANSI/DIN/JIS FLANGE DIMENSIONS

FLANGE A (PCD) B (OD) C (ID) DTYPE mm in. mm in. mm in. HOLE

FCA4 190.5 7.5 228 9.0 100 4 19mmFCD4 180 7.0 220 8.7 100 4 18mmFCJ4 175 6.9 210 8.4 100 4 15mm

FCA6 241 9.5 279.5 11.0 150 6 22mmFCD6 240 9.4 285 11.2 150 6 22mmFCJ6 240 9.4 280 11.0 150 6 19mm

FCA8 298.5 11.8 343 13.5 200 8 22mmFCD8 295 11.6 340 13.4 200 8 22mmFCJ8 290 11.4 330 13.0 200 8 19mm

FCA10 362 14.3 406 16.0 250 10 25mmFCD10 350 13.8 395 15.6 250 10 22mmFCJ10 355 14.0 400 15.7 250 10 23mm

AB

D

C

B

A

D

C

E

Figure 15.

Figure 14.

Table 5.

Table 6.

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MOUNTING DIMENSIONS cont'd

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Figure 16.Table 7.

NOZZLE MOUTING

BA

C

Top of Vessel

NOZZLE MOUNTING DIMENSIONS

A B C

100mm (4in) DIN 240mm 9.44in 100mm 4.0in

150mm (6in) DIN 240mm 9.44in 150mm 6in

200mm (8in) DIN 300mm 11.8in 200mm 8in

250mm (10in) DIN 390mm 15.35in 250mm 10in

100mm (4in) ANSI 240mm 9.44in 100mm 4in

150mm (6in) ANSI 240mm 9.44in 152mm 6in

250mm (10in) ANSI 390mm 15.35in 254mm 10in

EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE SENSOR

162mm (6.4")

1" NPT

Figure 17.

32mm(1.26")

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WIRING GUIDE

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Ultrasonic Series 500

ISOLATED CURRENT LOOP

Hawk Powered Current Loop

Ch1 Ch 234 44

Ch1 CH235 45 24 Vdc

Externally Powered Loop(PLC, DCS Input Card)

Ch1 Ch 2 Common32 42

Ch1 Ch2 RL34 44

CONTROL RELAYSNormally Open Contact

1 4 7 10 13 162 5 8 11 14 173 6 9 12 15 18

Normally Closed Contact

(Relay acttivation indicated by RED LED on front panel)

TRANSDUCER & OPTIONALTEMPERATURE SENSOR

TRANSDUCER

Ch1 Ch 2 51 55 ——— Hot 50 54 ——— Ground

TRIAXIAL: R146 or Belden 9222185 metres (600 feet) Maximum

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Ch1 Ch253 57 ———+ VE52 57 ——— - VE60 60 –––––– Earth

TWISTED PAIR: Belden 1503A or 946250 metres (165 feet) Maximum

FAILSAFE RELAYSCh1 Ch2 Normally Open Contact

19 2220 2321 24

Normally Closed Contact

(Relay acttivation indicated by GREEN LED on front panel)

POWER SUPPLY

62 —— Active (115 / 240 Vac)63 —— Neutral64 —— Earth/System Ground

or61 —— + 24 Vdc60 —— Earth/System Ground

Boxed numbers eg: 7 indicate terminals onRangeMaster PCB assembly.

Ch2 teminal connections apply onlys to DualChannel Amplifiers.

VOLTAGE OUTPUTS

VOLTAGE Ch1 Ch 2

31 41 ——— + Voltage Out30 40 ——— - Voltage Out

RL(750 ohm Max.)

I Out

Extemal 24 Vdc

I Out(750 ohm MAX)

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WIRING GUIDE cont'd

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Ultrasonic Series 500

4-20mA Output

4-20mA Output

Analog Test/Monitor

_

+

CH 2 - Dual ChannelAmplifier only

Analog Test/Monitor

CH 1 - Single orDual Channel Amplifier

ISOLATED ANALOG OUTPUT

CO

M

V o

ut

CO

M

I tes

t

I out

+24

V

CO

M

F o

ut

+V

f

O/P2O/P119 20 21 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

46 47 4843 44 4540 41 4222 23 24

Analog Voltage

Analog Voltage

Single ch (RMA-16) orDual ch (RMA-26) Amplifier

TRANSDUCER 1

TRANSDUCER 2

NO COM NC

RELAY1

NO COM NC

RELAY2

NO COM NC

RELAY3

NO COM NC

RELAY4

NO COM NC

RELAY5

NO COM NC

RELAY6

NO COM NC

ALARM

630 mA

F2 F1

ACFUSE

250 mA

M205SLOBLO

M205SLOBLO

DCFUSE

MODEL NUMBERSERIAL NUMBER

50/60 HzAC SUPPLY

ISOLATED ANALOG OUTPUT

SY

NC

IN

SY

NC

OU

T

24V

DC

IN

GN

D +

GN

D

HO

T

GN

D

HO

T I +I +

CO

M

V o

ut

CO

M

I tes

t

I out

+24

V

CO

M

F o

ut

+V

f

O/P2O/P11 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

46 47 4843 44 4540 41 4222 23 24

62 63 6450 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61

JUNCTION BOX

TXD

UC

ER 1

TXD

UC

ER 2

TEM

P 1

TEM

P 2

Temp. Extenson CableBELDEN #9462Instrument Cableor Equivalent

Transducer ExtensonCableR146 Triaxial Cableor BELDEN #9222

Dual Amplifier (RMA-26) only

AC

TIVE

NEU

TRA

L

EAR

TH

Join Inner and OuterShield together atamplifier end.

Lay back Outer Shieldand insulate with tape.DO NOT join Shieldsat this end.

JUNCTION BOX

Figure 18.

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WIRING cont’d

Lay back outer shield and insulate withelectrical tape. DO NOT join shields togetherat this end!

Signal Ground

Terminal Block(Solder Connection preferred)

Signal Groundfrom Transducer(Blue & Shield)

Inner and Outershield joined here

R146 orBelden #9222 Cable

Signal Hot

Signal Hot

Channel 1 Channel 2

Signal Hot fromTransducer (White)

Factory supplied cablefrom Transducer

RangeMaster AmplifierTerminal connectionson PCB assembly

Measurement Systems

TRANSDUCER

Signal Ground

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Figure 19.

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Ultrasonic Series 500

Signal + fromTemp Sensor

WIRING GUIDE cont'd

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TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Signal Ground

Terminal Block(Solder Connection preferred)

Ground from TempSensor (Shield)

Signal Ground

Belden 9462 CableSignal Hot

Channel 1 Channel 2

Signal + fromTemp Sensor (Red)

Factory supplied cablefrom internal or external

temperature sensor

RangeMasterAmplifierTerminalconnections onPCB assembly

Measurement Systems

or

ExternalTemperature Sensor

InternalTemperature Sensor

(Mounted in Transducer)

Signal - fromTemp Sensor (Black)

Figure 20.

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WIRING GUIDE cont'd

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ISOLATING CURRENT OUTPUTS (Driving) ~ RMA Supply

ISOLATING CURRENT OUTPUTS (Modulating) ~ User Supply

40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

*See note

*See note I OUT 1

I OUT 2

RL Max 750Ω

RL Max 750Ω

Single ChAmplifier

Dual ChAmplifier

*Note: Current tests points are only valid if current loop is operating.They are used to check the loop current without interupting the loop connections.They are designed ONLY for a mA meter to be connected. DO NOT connect load to test points.

Ch 2

Ch 1

4-20mAOutput Ch 2

4-20mAOutput Ch 1

40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

RL Max 750Ω

RL Max 750Ω

I OUT 1

I OUT 2User 24VdcSupply

User 24VdcSupply

Single ChAmplifier

Dual ChAmplifier

40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

RL Max 750Ω

RL Max 750Ω

I OUT 1

I OUT 2

User 24VdcSupply

User 24VdcSupply

Single ChAmplifier

Dual ChAmplifier

+–

+–

+–

+–

Figure 22.

Figure 21.

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ENTERING DATA

CAL

All software adjustments are achieved via the four PUSHBUTTONS on the front panel of theRangeMaster amplifier.

(A) Increases displayed value.

(B) Scrolls up through software set-up options.

(A) Decreases displayed value.

(B) Scrolls up through software set-up options.

FROM MAIN DISPLAY

(A) Press and hold - interups normal operations andallows access to customised options.

IN SET-UP

(B) Momentary press - saves selected value.Press and hold - scrolls through set-up menus andparameters.

(A) Only used when selections are finished.

(B) Stores the current set-up in memory, and checks thevalidity of the software selections, then returns theRangeMaster to normal operating condition.

Use these 4 buttons along with the 'software tree' to customise the RangeMaster for your application.Refer page 31.

RUN

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8. At initial application of power, the Range Master System will automatically initialiseand perform system checks. Error codes will be displayed if an error is detected Refer to page 40. If the transducer frequency has been set the system will commence a search routine to locate a valid echo.

Does your Range Master display?

Single ChannelAmplifier

Dual ChannelAmplifier

9. Setting the Transducer TypeIf the Transducer type has not been set theLCD display will prompt for a transducer type.

Single Channel

Dual Channel

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QUICKSTART

What you need to get going

1. Decide what units of measure you want toprogram the Range Master in.

Optionmetres

feetcentimetres

inches

2. Decide how you want your measurementsdisplayed.

Option Explanation

SPACE Displays the distance BETWEEN the top of product and the Transducer Face. Figure 23

MAT'L Displays the distance BETWEEN the top of product and the LOW level Refer. Figure 23

SCALED Refer to Scaling Page 27

% SPACE Displays the Space as a percentage of total space.

% MAT'L Displays the Space as a percentage of total space.

% SCALED Displays the scaled data as a percentage.

AV SPACE * Displays the AVERAGE of space measured by CH1 and CH2.

DIFF SP * Displays the DIFERENTIAL of space measured by CH1 and CH2.

AV MAT'L * Displays the AVERAGE of material measured byCH1 and CH2.

DIFF MAT * Displays the DIFFERENTIAL of material measuredby CH1 and CH2.

* ONLY available on dual channel amplifiers.

3. Determine the required LOW LEVEL. Referto Figure 23.

4. Determine the required HIGH LEVEL. Referto Figure 23

5. Determine the application. Refer to Table 9.

6. Determine the MAXIMUM fill rate expectedfor the vessel being monitored.

7. Determine the MAXIMUM empty rate expected for the vessel being monitored.

(A)

Banking zone

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

Space

Material

LowLevel

HighLevel

(A) Transducer Face - Top of Flange.(B) Blanking Zone.(C) High Level or 100% (20mA) position.(D) Product Level.(E) Low Level or 0% (4mA) position.

High Level = Distance A to CLow Level = Distance A to E

If Yes, go to 10.If No, Continue

SPACE SEARCH

SPACE SEARCH

SPACE SEARCH

XDUCER TYPE ??

XDUCER TYPE ??

Table 8.

Table 9.

Figure 23.

Application Product TypeSetting

Liquid All Liquids

Solid All Solids, most Powders

Powder + Fine Sand, Plastic granuals

Powder - Sugar, Plastic powder

Flake Refer to distributorTable 10.

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Table 10.

Use the buttons to select the correcttransducer type.

Transducer Type FrequencyTD30 30kHzTD20 20kHzTD10 10kHz

Note: RMHA (5kHz) amplifiers are factorypreset and will not give the option to set thetransducer type.

Press CAL to save selection and continue. If you have a dual channel Range Master, use the buttons to select the correct transducer type for channel 2. Press CAL to save selection and continue.

10. Setting software parametersYou are now ready to customise your RangeMaster for your specific application.For Single Channel Amplifiers go to 10a.For Dual Channel Amplifiers go to 10b.

10a. Single Channel Amplifiers

From main display:

Press and hold the CAL button until the displayblanks and then release the CAL button.

The display will showUse the buttons to select the lock code(factory default is 0), then press CAL to continue.Go to 11.

10b. Dual Channel Setup.To set Channel 2, go to 3c.

Channel 1 Setup

From main display

Press and hold the CAL button until the displayblanks and then release the CAL button.The display will show

Use the buttons to selecton the display, then press CAL

The display will show

Use the buttons to select the lock code(factory default is 0), then press CAL to continue.Go to 11.

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SPACE SEARCH

SPACE SEARCHSPACE SEARCH

10c. Channel 2 Set up.

From main display

Press and hold the CAL button until the displayblanks and then release the CAL button.

The display will show

Use the buttons to selecton the display, then press CAL

Use the buttons to selecton the display, then press CAL

The display will now showUse the buttons to select the lock code(factory default is 0), then press the CAL tocontinue.

11.

The display shouldnow show

Note: From here, all software and menu selectionsare uniform for single and dual channel amplifiers.

Use the buttons to selecton the display and press CAL to continue.

12. DigitisingRefer to DIGITISING page 2 for a detailedexplanation.Note: This step is crucial to proper operation ofthe Range Master system.The display should now showUse the buttons to select 'N' and press CAL

The display should now showUse the buttons to select 'Y' and press CAL

The display should now show

Where xxx is the software default distance inmetres or feet.XDUCER #1? IN

XDUCER #1 CAL

0

0

SPACE SEARCHSPACE SEARCH

0

SETUP

SET XDUCER

XDUCER CHANGE? N

DIGITISE? N

DIST x.xx m/ft

XDUCER #1? IN

XDUCER #1? IN

XDUCER #2? CAL

DIGITISING DISTANCESTransducer Recommended Minimum S/W Default

TD30 1.0m/3.28ft 0.6m/1.96ft 2.0m/6.56ft

TD20 1.5m/4.92ft 0.8m/2.62ft 3.0m/9.84ft

TD10 3.0m/9.84ft 1.5m/4.92ft 5.0m/16.4ft

TD05 5.0m/16.4ft 2.0m/6.56ft 5.0m/16.4ft

Table 12.

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Use the buttons to adjust the displayedvalue to the recommended value from table 11.If necessary, you can reduce the DIGITISINGdistance. Refer to table 12, page 20 for theminimum value allowed.

Note: There MUST be at least the DIGITISINGDISTANCE plus 0.5m (1.5ft) clear space betweenthe transducer face and the product within thevessel to DIGITISE correctly.

Press CAL to continue. The display should nowshow

The Range Master is now creating an acousticmap of the vessel to enable the software toignore false echoes caused by transducermounting imperfections and fixed objects withinthe vessel. This procedure takes about 1 minuteto complete.

The display should now show

Press CAL to continue.

WAIT

SETUP

13. Setting Display Units

Defines the units of measure for display andparameters.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to select the desired displayunits.

The options are: METRES, CENTIMETRE, FEET,and INCHES.

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

14. Setting Output Mode

Defines how vessel contents information isdisplayed.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to select the desired displaymode.

The options are: SPACE, MAT'L, SCALED, %SPACE, %MAT'L, %SCALED,*AV SPACE, *DIFF SP,*AV MAT'L, and *DIFF MAT.

*Only available on dual channel amplifiersRefer table 9, page 19.

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

Note: If you have selected scaled or % scaled, goto "Scaling your Vessel" page 27.

S02 SPACE

15. Setting Display Resolution

Defines the number of displayed digits after thedecimal point.The display should now show

Use the buttons to select the desired displayresolution.

The options are: 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, and 1

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

16. Setting Low Level

Defines the bottom of the measurable span, andis set relative to the face of the transducer.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to set the required LowLevel.Press CAL to save selection and continue.

17. Setting High Level

Defines the top of the measurable span, and isset relative to the face of the transducer.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to set the required HighLevel.

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

The display should now show

DO NOT adjust this parameter.

Press CAL to continue.

18. Setting the Application

Defines the type of product in the vessel beingmonitored.The display should now show

Use the buttons to set the application.

The options are: LIQUID, SOLID, POWDER+, POWDER–, and FLAKE.

Refer to Table 10, page 19.Press CAL to save selection and continue.

19. Setting the Fill Rate

Defines the fill rate in displayed units per hour.i.e. m/h, ft/h, cm/h, in/h. and should be set toaproximately 120% of the expected maximumfill rate of the vessel being monitored.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to set the fill rate.

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

S01 SPACE

RES 0.01

S03 15.00m

S04 1.00m

S05 0.00m

S06M SOLID

S06 20.00m/h

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QUICKSTART cont'd

20. Setting the Empty Rate.

Defines the empty rate in displayed units perhour. I.e. m/h, ft/h, cm/h, irWh. and should beset to aproximately 120% of the expectedmaximum empty rate of the vessel beingmonitored.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to set the empty rate

Press RUN to save selection and exit to the mainoperating display.

For Dual Channel amplifiers, repeat procedurefrom step 3c to set up Channel 2.

S06 20.00m/h

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QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart

0

CAL

0999

SETUP

SPACE X.XXm

CAL

Main Display

0

XDUCER#1? IN

0999

SETUP

CALIN

OUT

SPACE DISTANCE

CAL

XDUCER#1? INXDUCER#2? CAL

CALIN

OUT

CAL

CAL

CAL

ENTERING SETUP

Single Channel Amplifier

Dual Channel Amplifier

Go to page 24.

Go to page 24.

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QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart cont'd

TEST

SET TRANSDUCER

MENUS

Go to page 31.

SETUP

Go to page 25, 31.

Go to page 19. - QUICKSTART

These headings are displayed using the UP/DOWN buttons.The flow chart and explanations follow for:

1. SETUP

2. SET TRANSDUCER

3. TEST

26, 31. - DETAILED

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QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart cont'd

XDUCER CHANGE?

SET XDUCER

SET TRANSDUCER/DIGITISING

Refer table 12 page 20.

XDUCER CHANGE?

CAL

CAL

CAL

WAIT

CAL

DIGITISE?

CAL CAL

DISTANCE 3.0m

CAL

WAIT

SET UP

TD30TD20TD10TD05

TD30 = 1.0m/3.28ft2.0m/6.56ft

TD20 = 1.5m/4.92ft3.0m/9.84ft

TD10 = 5.0m/16.4ftTD05 = 5.0m/16.4ft

NO YES

NO

YES

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QUICKSTART ~ Flow Chart cont'd

SETUP

SETUP

* Only available on dual channel amplifiers.Refer table 9. Page 19.† Refer D Span.Page 32.

SO1 UNITS

DIGITISE?

SO2 OUTPUT MODE

CAL

CAL

RESOLUTION

CAL

CAL

CAL

SO5 OFFSET

CAL

SO6M APPLICATION

CAL

SO6 FULL RATE

CAL

SO6 EMPTY RATE

CAL

METRECENTIMETRE

FEETINCHES

0.0010.010.11

0m/ftto

32M/100ft

0m/ftto

31.9M/99ft

DO NOT Adjust this Parameter.

LIQUIDSOLID

POWDER +POWDER -

FLAKE

0.01m/h-0.1ft/hto

60m/h-200ft/hor

EXPRESS

0.01m/h-0.1ft/hto

60m/h-200ft/hor

EXPRESS

Refer table 10.Page 19.

SO4 HIGH LEVEL

SO3 LOW LEVEL

SPACE AV SPACE*MAT'L DIFF SP*†SCALED AV MAT'L*%SPACE% MAT'L DIFF MAT*†% SCALED

SO7 BlankingSO7 0.30

CAL

Adjust to 80% of 100% fullvalue S04

RUN

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If you have selected SCALED or %SCALED asthe display mode, you will be prompted to entersome additional information.The display should show

OR

Press CAL to continue.

Setting Display Resolution

Defines the number of displayed digits after thedecimal point.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to select the desireddisplay resolution.

The options are: 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, and 1

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

Setting Engineering UnitsDefines the displayed engineering units for thevessel contents.

The display should now show

Use the buttons to select the desiredengineering units.The options are: G. MG, ML, Bu, lb, kg, T. L,

LPM*, GPM*, and MGD** Flow units - Refer page 30

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

Setting the Full Scale (100%) ValueDefines the amount of product in the vesselwhen it is full (at the high level). The displayshould now show(for example)

Use the buttons to set the required full-scale value.

Press CAL to save selection and continue.

Entering the Scaling pointsThe Range Master uses 21 scaling pointsincluding the 0% (LOW level) and 100% (HIGHlevel) points to calculate the amount of productin the vessel. The default increment for thescaling points is 5% of vessel height from theLOW level and 5% of product volume perincrement.

The display should now show

Is your vessel linear i.e. a simple cylinder? If yes,go to A.

If your vessel is not linear, i.e. a conical out feed?If yes, go to B.A. If your vessel is linear, then the scaling pointsshould be left at the default increments of 5%of height and volume. Press CAL repeatedly untilthe display shows

Scaling of your vessel is now complete. Press CAL

to continue.The display should now showGo to step 16, page 21.B. You now need to calculate the 19 intermediatescaling points. If scaling head height for flow,go to page 30.

The basic formula for calculations are:

Cylinder Volume = πr2 x (total height - coneheight).Cone Volume = 1/3πcr2 x cone height.Cone Radius = total height x h% x r

cone height 1Where h is the percentage of total height at thescaling point being calculated, r is the cylinderradius and cr is the cone radius at the scalingpoint being calculated.

Total volume = Cylinder volume + Cone volume

Refer figure 24, page 29.

Is the product height at the required scalingpoint less than or equal to the cone height? If yes, go to I, If no, go to II.

1: 0.0 > 0.0

21: 100 > 10.0

S02 SCALED

S02 % SCALED

RES 0.01

ENG UNITS kg

100%FS 5000kg

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SCALING YOUR VESSEL

S03 15.00m

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SCALING YOUR VESSEL cont'dI. Use the formula:

Cone radius = total height x h% x rcone height 1

Percentage of volume = total height x h% x 1/3πcr2 x 100 Refer example 1 below.total volume 1

Where h% is the percentage of total height and cr is the cone radius at the scaling point being calculated.

II. Use the formula:

Percentage of volume = (total height x h% - cone height) x πr2 + cone volume x 100 total volume 1

Where h is the percentage height at the scaling point being calculated.

Note: You need to calculate the Percentage volume for each scaling point.

Calculation examples using data from figure 24 and table 12 on page 29.

Example 1. Product height LOWER than or EQUAL to cone height:

Calculate the following:

Cone Radius = total height x h% x rcone height 1

Percentage of volume = total height x h% x 1/3πcr2 x 100total volume 1

Where h% is the percentage of total height and cr is the cone radius at the scaling point beingcalculated.

Cone Radius = 12m x 25% x 3m = 2m4.5m 1

Percentage Volume = 12m x 25% x 1/3π2m2 x 100 = 4.94%254.6m3 1

Therefore scaling point 6 would be entered

Referexample 2page 29.

Therefore, at 25% of vesselheight the scaling point is4.94% of total volume.

6: 25.0 > 4.9

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Example 2. Product height HIGHER than cone height:

Calculate the following:

Percentage of volume = (total height x h% - cone height) x πr2 + cone volume x 100total volume 1

Where h is the percentage height at the scaling point being calculated.

Percentage of Volume = (12m x 55% - 4.5m) x πr2 + 42.4m3 x 100 = 39.97%254.6m3 1

Therefore scaling point 12 would be entered

Entering your Scaling PointsYou now need to enter the calculated scaling points.The display should now show

The cursor ">" indicates which value can be adjusted. The first number is the %HEIGHT fromthe LOW level and the second number is the %VOLUME in the vessel at that height. Refer table x page x. Use the buttons to set the % of material in the vessel at 0% of the heightfrom the LOW level (usually set to 0%). Press CAL to save the scaling data and continue.

Repeat procedure until all scaling points have been entered.

The display should now show

Scaling of your vessel is now complete. Press CAL to continue.

The display should now show

12: 55.0 > 40.0

1: 0.0 > 0.0

21: 100.0 > 100.0

S03 15.00m

Therefore, at55% of vesselheight thescaling point is40.0% of totalvolume.

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TotalHeight

ConeHeight

CylinderHeight

Radius

CylinderVolume

ConeVolume

12m

4.5m

7.5m

3m

Cylinder Volume= 212.14m3

Cone Volume= 42.43

Total Volume= 254.57m3

100 12 100 254.57 2195% 11.4 93.3 237.51 2090% 10.8 86.6 220.46 1985% 10.2 80 203.66 1880% 9.6 73.3 186.60 1775% 9 66.6 169.54 1670% 8.4 53.3 135.69 1565% 7.8 53.3 135.69 1460% 7.2 46.7 118.88 1355% 6.6 40 101.83 1250% 6 33.3 84.77 1145% 5.4 26.7 67.97 1040% 4.8 20 50.91 935% 4.2 13.55 34.49 830% 3.6 8.53 21.71 725% 3 4.94 12.58 620% 2.4 2.53 6.44 515% 1.8 1.07 2.72 410% 1.2 0.32 0.81 35% 0.6 0.04 0.10 20% 0 0 0 0

%H

EIG

HT

DIS

TAN

CE

(m) %

VOLU

ME

VOLU

ME

M3

SCAL

ING

PO

INT

Refer to Example 1 page 28.

Refer to Example 2 above.

SCALING YOUR VESSEL cont'd

Table 13.

Figure 24.

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You now need to enter the calculated scalingpoints.

The display should now show

The cursor ">" indicates which value can beadjusted. The first number is the %HEIGHT fromthe LOW level and the second number is the%FLOW at that height. Refer table 14 . Use the

buttons to set the % FLOW at 0% of theheight from the LOW level (usually set to 0%).

Press CAL to save the scaling data and continue.

Repeat procedure until all scaling points havebeen entered.

The display should now show

Scaling of your vessel is now complete. PressCAL to continue.

The display should now show

Go to step 16, page 21.

S03 15.00m

SCALING YOUR VESSEL cont'd

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Flow - Parshall Flume

Use the following table for calibration of RMAfor flow measurement in Parshall flume.

The basic formula is Q = KHα, where H isabsolute head (i.e., not differential head), k isa flume constant and K is a flume constantapprox 1.5.

Following table of % flow vs % head forexponents 1.5, 1.52 and 1.54.

The exponents for Parshall flumes vary between1.50 and 1.58 but are typically close to 1.50.Note that the effect of exponent accuracy isgreater at the low flow end.

This table is based on 5% head increments. Forbetter accuracy the increments can be smallerat the higher head values.

The 0% and 100% head should correspondrespectively to the low level and high level. Thisis not essential, however the % values willbecome more complicated and the 4 to 20mAoutput will have to be reconfigured if it isrequired to indicate flow.

The flume specifications are required to obtainthe exponent, and the 100% full scale value.

Note: some flume manufacturers do not providethe exponent value, but provide a table of flowvs head instead.

% Head % FlowHeight Q = 1.50 Q = 1.52 Q = 1.54

0 0 0 05 1.12 1.05 0.9910 3.16 3.02 2.8815 5.81 5.60 5.3820 8.94 8.66 8.3925 12.50 12.16 11.8330 16.43 16.04 15.6635 20.71 20.28 19.8540 25.30 24.84 24.3945 30.19 29.71 29.2450 35.36 34.87 34.3955 40.79 40.30 39.8360 46.48 46.00 45.5465 52.40 52.00 51.5170 58.57 58.15 57.7475 64.96 64.58 64.2180 71.55 71.24 70.9285 78.37 78.11 77.8690 85.38 85.20 85.0295 92.59 92.90 92.40100 100.00 100.00 100.00

1: 0.0 > 0.0

21: 100.0 > 100.0

Table 14.

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SOFTWARE TREE OVERVIEW

SETUP

UNITS

OUTPUT MODE

RESOLUTION

LOW LEVEL

HIGH LEVEL

OFFSET

APPLICATION

FILL/EMPTY RATE

RELAYS

LOW OUPUT

HIGH OUTPUT

SIMULATE

TEMPERATURE

FAILSAFE

CAL CODE

TEST

SERIAL NUMBER

NOISE LIMIT

SWITCH RELAYS? N

F8.74-34.48KHZ

TRIM CURRENT? N

TMIN

TMAX

TAV.

CLEAR DATA

Temp TST

SIMULATE READY

SET XDUCER

XDUCER CHANGE? N

DIGITISE? N

BLANKING

DAMPING

XDUCER TEST? N

Ultrasonic Series 500F

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SETUP ~ Description

S01 UNITSDefines the units of measure for display andparameters.Options: metres, centimetres, feet, and inches.

S02 OUTPUT MODEDefines how vessel contents information isdisplayed.

* ONLY available on dual channel amplifiers.† Refer D Span below.

RESOLUTIONThis sets the resolution of displayed distancesfor both programming and level indication.

D SPANIf DIFF SP (differential space) or DIFF MAT(differential material) is selected as the outputmode for channel 1, D SPAN (differential span)sets the span for the 4 - 20mA output forchannel 1 and operates according to theDIFFERENCE in the measured distance ofChannel 1 and Channel 2. E.g.: If the D SPANis set to 1.00m, the analog output would be4mA when the difference betweenCH1 andCH2 is 0m, and would be 20mA when thedifference between CH1 and CH2 is equal toor greater than 1.00m. Note: the distance from the face of transducer1 to the product must be less than or equal tothe distance from the face of transducer 2 tothe product for correct operation.

S03 LOW LEVELDefines the bottom of the measurable span,and is relative to the face of the transducer.Refer figure 23, page 19.

S06 FILL RATEDefines the fill rate in the chosen units perhour, and should be set to approximately120% of the expected maximum fill rate of thevessel being monitored. For applications withvery fast fill rates (> 60m/h, 200ft/hr), EXPRESSshould be chosen. To select EXPRESS, pressand hold the button until EXPRESS isdisplayed.

S06 EMPTY RATEDefines the empty rate in the chosen unitsper hour, and should be set to approximately120% of the expected maximum empty rateof the vessel being monitored. Forapplications with very fast empty rates (>60m/h, 200ft/hr), EXPRESS should be chosen.To select EXPRESS, press and hold the button until EXPRESS is displayed.

RST TRACKINGAutomatically sets some parameters tosoftware defined values dependant on the filland empty rates. If the APPLICATION ischanged or the FILL/EMPTY rates aresignificantly modified, you will be promptedto reset tracking.Options: YES or NO

S07 BLANKINGDefines the distance from the transducer facewhere no echo can be detected.

S06M APPLICATIONDefines the type of product in the vessel beingmonitored.

S04 HIGH LEVELDefines the top of the measurable span, andis relative to the face of the transducer. Refer figure 23 page 19.

S05 OFFSETDefines the offset for calculating the distancemeasured. Used to compensate forinstallations where the transducer has to bemounted lower than the required HIGH LEVEL.

Application Product TypeSetting

Liquid All liquids

Solid All solids, most powders

Powder + Fine sand, plastic granuals

Powder - Sugar, plastic powder

Table 16.

Option Explanation

SPACE Displays the distance BETWEEN the top of product and the HIGH level. Refer Fig 23, Pg.19.

MAT'L Displays the distance BETWEEN the top of product and the LOW level. Refer Fig 23, Pg.19.

SCALED Refer to Scaling Page 27.

% SPACE Displays the Space as a percentage of total space.

% MAT'L Displays the Material as a percentage of total material.

% SCALED Displays the scaled data as a percentage.

AV SPACE * Displays the AVERAGE of space measured by CH1 and CH2.

DIFF SP *† Displays the DIFERENTIAL of space measured by CH1 and CH2.

AV MAT'L * Displays the AVERAGE of material measured byCH1 and CH2.

DIFF MAT *† Displays the DIFFERENTIAL of material measuredby CH1 and CH2.

Table 15.

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S08 DAMPINGDefines the rate of change of the displayedinformation AND the analog outputs duringfilling and emptying of the vessel. A lowernumber will give a faster response and ahigher number will give a slower response.There are two numbers displayed on the LCD,the first number is the damping value forfilling, and the second number is the dampingvalue for emptying.S09 RELAYSThere are programmable relays in the RangeMaster. Each of them can be independentlyprogrammed switch on and off at userselectable set points.If you have a dual channel Range Master, youfirst need to assign the relay function. Thefunctions are XDUCER1, XDUCER2, DIFF, andAVERAGE.

XDUCER 1 or 2Assigns the relay to a transducer. Relays willswitch depending on the measured level fromthe assigned transducer.

DIFFRelays will switch depending on thedifferential of channel 1 and channel 2.

AVERAGERelays will switch depending on the averageof channel 1 and channel 2.The operating modes for the relays are OFF,EN LEV, DEN LEV, EN TEMP, DEN TEMP, ENGAIN, and DEN GAIN.

OFF: Relay is de energized at all times.

EN LEV: Relay is NORMALLY ENERGIZEDand will de energize when the product level in the vessel risesabove L1 and re energize whenthe level falls below L2. L2 mustbe ≥ to L1. Distances L1 and L2 are distances from the face of the transducer.

DEN LEV: Relay is NORMALLY DE ENERGIZED and will energize when the product level in the vessel rises above L1 and de energize when the product fallsbelow L2. L2 must be ≥ to L1. Distances L1 and L2 are distances from the face of the transducer.

EN TEMP: Relay is NORMALLY ENERGIZEDand will de energize when themonitored temperature rises above T1 and re energize whenthe temperature falls below T1.

DEN TEMP: Relay is NORMALLY DE ENERGIZED and will energize when the monitored temperature rises above T1 andde energize when the temperature falls below T1.

EN GAIN: Relay is NORMALLY ENERGIZEDand will de energize when the system gain rises above G1 andre energize when the system gainfalls below G1.

DEN GAIN: Relay is NORMALLY DE ENERGIZED and will energize when the system gain rises above G1 and de energize whenthe system gain falls below G1.

RELAY CYCLING/ALTERNATESet Alternate to "ON" to enable relay cycling.Relay cycling allows the user to program relay1 and relay 2 to alternate their set pointssequentially. This means that during the firstfill/empty cycle relay 1 and 2 will switch attheir programmed set points. During thesecond fill/empty cycle relay 1 will switch atthe set points for relay 2, and relay 2 willswitch at the set points for relay 1. At eachsubsequent fill/empty cycle, the set pointsfor relays 1 and 2 will alternate. This istypically used for pump cycling operations.

S10 LOW OUTPUTDefines the analog output that correspondsto the LOW LEVEL. The default is 4mA andcan be adjusted between 0 and 20mA.

S11 HIGH OUTPUTDefines the analog output that correspondsto the HIGH LEVEL. The default is 20mA andcan be adjusted between 0 and 20mA.

S12 SIMULATESimulate allows the user to test the analogoutput and relay set points by simulatingchanges in the measured distance. The displaywill show the simulated distance from thetransducer on the left-hand side, and thecorresponding product quantity on the right-hand side. The analog output will changeproportionally and the relays will energizeand de energize at their respective set points.

S13 TEMPERATUREThe Range Master can be setup to compensatefor changes in the temperature within thevessel. The temperature source (S12M) isselectable. The options are FIXED °C, FIXED°F, SENSED °C, and SENSED °F. The ambient

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temperature (S12A) is adjustable. If FIXED isselected, S12A should be set to the normaloperating temperature within the vessel, andif SENSED is selected, S12A should be set tothe actual temperature within the vessel attime of selection.

FIXED Assumes that the selected temperature is the ambient temperature at all times, and themeasured distance is not compensated for changes in temperature.

SENSED The Range Master measures thetemperature and compensates the measured distances for changes in temperature. The selected temperature is assumedto be the ambient temperature at the time of selection and is used as a 1-point calibration.

S14 FAILSAFEAssigns default analog output in case of a lossof echo or system fault, and a time delaybefore entering FAILSAFE condition. Theanalog output (S13M) is selectable, and thetime delay (S13T) is adjustable from 0:00:10to 7:59:59.The options are:

LAST KNOWN The last know analog value before entering failsafe condition.

MIN LEVEL The analog output will rampdown to 4mA.

MAX LEVEL The analog output will rampup to 20mA.

<MIN LEVEL The analog output will rampdown to BELOW 4mA.

>MAX LEVEL The analog output will rampup to ABOVE 20mA .

S15 CAL CODEChanges the default code for entry to setupfrom 0 to any number between 0 and 999.This allows the user to restrict access to thesetup parameters of the Range Master. Ifchanged, the assigned number MUST beentered to gain access to all setup parameters.IF you change the CAL CODE, make sure yourecord it.

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SO4 HIGH LEVEL

SO3 LOW LEVEL

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SETUP ~ Flow Chart

SETUP

SO1 UNITS

SO2 OUTPUT MODE

CAL

CAL

RESOLUTION

CAL

CAL

CAL

SO5 OFFSET

CAL

SO6M APPLICATION

CAL

SO6 FULL RATE

CAL

SO6 EMPTY RATE

CAL

METRECENTIMETRE

FEETINCHES

0.0010.010.11

0m/ftto

32M/100ft

0m/ftto

31.9M/99ft

LIQUIDSOLID

POWDER +POWDER -

FLAKE

0.01m/h-0.1ft/hto

60m/h-200ft/hor

EXPRESS

0.01m/h-0.1ft/hto

60m/h-200ft/hor

EXPRESS

CAL

0m/ftto

3M/9.84ft

Refer table 10.Page 19.

* Only available on dual channel amplifiers.Refer table 9. Page 19.† Refer D Span.Page 32.

SPACE AV SPACE*MAT'L DIFF SP*†SCALED AV MAT'L*%SPACE% MAT'L DIFF MAT*†% SCALED

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SO8 DAMPING

SO9 RELAYS

CAL

CAL

CAL

S11 HIGH OUTPUT

CAL

S12 SIMULATE

CAL

S13M TEMPERATURE

CAL

S13A TEMP TRIM

CAL

S14 FAIL SAFE

CAL

S14T FAIL SAFE TIME

CAL

0mAto

20mA

CAL

- Fixed ºC- Sensed ºC- Fixed ºF

- Sensed ºF

BLANKINGS07 0.30

SO10 LOW OUTPUT

S15 CAL CODE

0to

999

S14T 0:00:10 to

7:59:59

S14M > Max Level< Min LevelMax LevelMin Level

Last Known

0mAto

20mA

25 25Fill Damping Empty Damping

Refer page 33.

Refer page 33.

CAL

RST TRACKING? Y/N

Adjust to 80% of S04 Value

S13A S 20.0ºC

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TEST ~ Description

SERIAL NRDisplays the serial number of the RangeMaster.

NOISE LIMDisplays the maximum receiver gain availableunder current operating conditions and isexpressed in dB (decibels). As a general rule,the higher the value, the more sensitive thereceiver is under current operating conditions

SWITCH RELAYSAllows the user to test the operation of therelays and their respective LED indicators.The options are Y (yes) and N (no). If youselect Y. you can use the buttons to togglethe relays on and off. Press CAL to exit.

F (frequency)Tests the frequency response of the internaloscillator. Should exceed the range of 9.0kHz- 32kHz. If the oscillator frequency does notexceed these limits, there may be an oscillatorfault.

TRIM CURRENTAllows the user to trim the 4mA and 20mAanalog outputs which correspond to the LOWand HIGH levels when interfacing to PLC'setc. The options are Y (yes) and N (no). If youselect Y use the buttons to trim the 4mAoutput. Then press CAL and use the buttonsto trim the 20mA output. Press CAL to exit.Note: The display WILL NOT change. You MUSTconnect a mA meter to monitor the analogoutput during this procedure. Refer page 17.

TMINDisplays the minimum-recorded temperature.Data is only displayed if a temperature sensoris connected.

TMAXDisplays the maximum-recorded temperature.Data is only displayed if a temperature sensoris connected.

TAVDisplays the average recorded temperature.Data is only displayed if a temperature sensoris connected.

CLEAR DATAGives the user the option of clearing thetemperature data log. Options are Y (yes) andN (no).

XDUCER TESTAllows the user to test the operation of thetransducer. . Options are Y (yes) and N (no).If Y is selected, press RUN to exit to the mainoperating display. The system will monitorthe performance of the transducer and displayan error code if there is a fault. Refer errorcodes page 40.

SIMULATE

Simulate allows the user to test the analogoutput and relay set points by simulatingchanges in the measured distance. The displaywill show the simulated distance from thetransducer on the left-hand side, and thecorresponding product quantity on the right-hand side. The analog output will changeproportionally and the relays will energizeand de energize at their respective set points.

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TEST ~ Flow Chart

CAL

TEST

DIGITISE?

CAL

CAL

CAL

CAL

CAL

SWITCH RELAYS N

CAL

TRIM CURRENT? N

CAL

CAL

Y/N

SERIAL NR

* NOISE LIM 139dB

F 8.68 - 34.40 kHz

TMIN

TMAX

TAV

RELAYS OFFY

Y/N TRIM 4.00mAY

CALUSE

BUTTONS TOTOGGLERELAYS

TRIM 20.00mACAL

CAL

CAL

CAL

CAL

CLEAR DATA? N

TEMP 22-8ºC

XDUCER TEST? N

SIMULATE READY

Y/N

Y/N

USE BUTTONS TO

SIMULATE CHANGESIN PRODUCT LEVEL

Refer page 17, 37.

Refer page 37.

Refer page 37.

* Sensor displays max gainpossible in vessel.

CAL

TEMP TST 22-8ºC

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DIAGNOSTICS

Restarting the Range Master.The range Master can be restarted in 2 ways:Power Restart: Switch off the power supply

for 30 seconds and then turnon and allow the Range Master to initialise.

Warm Restart: Remove the front cover andmomentarily short togetherthe J2 pins in the top right corner of the circuit board and allow the Range Master to initialise. Refer figure 25.

Resetting the RangeMaster.Factory Reset: Press and hold both of the

buttons and momentarilyshort together the J2 pins inthe top right corner of the circuit board. Refer figure 25.

CAUTION: Factory reset will erase all setup information and returnall setup values to the FACTORY DEFAULT values. If possible record all setup information before performing a factory reset.

Adjusting the Liquid Crystal Disply viewingangleUse a small flat bladed screwdriver to rotateRV1 for best viewing contrast at the requiredviewing angle. Refer figure 25.

The diagnostic charactenstics are displayedin the following format:

n Denotes low power normal operation.N Denotes high power normal operation.r Denotes low power recover mode.R Denotes high power recover mode.s Denotes low power search mode.S Denotes high power search mode.p Denotes low power pre failsafe condition.P Denotes high power pre failsafe condition.f Denotes low power failsafe condition.F Denotes high power failsafe condition.) Indicates the Range Master is in low

power mode and software "window" isopening away from the transducer.

> Indicates the Range Master is in high power mode and software "window" isopening away from the transducer.

( Indicates the Range Master is in low power mode and software "window" isopening toward the transducer.

< Indicates the Range Master is in high power mode and Software "window" isopening toward the transducer.

B Denotes the blanking distance which can vary as the gain of the unit varies.

nG74VNxxx Displays software version.Gxx% Displays the current operating

gain.Sxx% Displays system gain available

above current operating gain.Exxx Displays the instantaneous echo

distance.Qx/n Displays the transducer mounting

quality.Txxx Displays the fixed or sensed

temperature.Fxx Displays the transducer frequency.Cxx Displays the width of the transmit

pulse.Bxx Displays the actual operational

blanking distance.Where xxx is the numeric value of the parameter.

Interpreting the displayed data availableunder Q ıs used to assess the mountingquality. eg.

nQ1/0.4Gives an indication of the inherent ringdown characteristics of the transducer.Indicates the number of nodes or bumps at the end of the transmit pulse.A value less than 3 is reasonable.

DIAGNOSTIC DISPLAYThe Range Master system has an on boarddiagnostic display factlity which allows the userto view a number of the operationalcharacteristics which are useful whentroubleshooting. To display the diagnosticinformation, press and hold the button untilthe display changes. Holding the button whilethe transducer is being pulsed will sequentiallyscroll the displayed information through all ofthe available diagnostic characteristics.Note: On a Dual channel Range Master, the buttonchanges the channel 1 display, and the button changesthe channel 2 display.

RV

3R

V2

RV

1

RV1C134

C143

R142

J2 RV1

Figure 25.

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ERROR CODES

ERROR No: DESCRIPTION:

000 System data corrupted (1) (unrecoverable)001 System data corrupted (2) (may recover on reset)002 System data corrupted (3) (may recover on reset)

010-031 Parameter data read error (recoverable on reset).013 Parameters014 High power map data015 Low power map data

100 Keypad switch fault101 Oscillator fault102 Excess Noise/Receiver fault (may be temporary)103 Transducer presence check failed104 Temp sensor low impedance105 Temp sensor high impedance106 Excessive noise in binmap107 Relay circuit fault

110 -119 Data storage failure (may recover on reset).110 Timing111 Confirm112 System parameters113 Parameters114 High power map data115 Low power map data

120-121 Power supply fault (may be temporary). 120 At power-up121 Power loss during critical operation (may cause

corrupted data)

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TROUBLESHOOTING

False High Level Indication:

If the RangeMaster displays a false high level,particularly at a low liquid level the mostlikely cause is excessive transducer ringdown.

Transducer Ring Down Explained:After the RangeMaster sends a pulse to thetransducer, there is a definite period of timebefore the transducer stops vibrating. Thisis termed transducer ring down. When theRangeMaster is turned on for the first time,the transducer is pulsed several times, andthe ring down characteristics are stored inmemory. This stored information is usedduring normal operation to reduce the effectof ring down on valid echo detection.

The trace diagrams show typical tracesmeasured using the test pins on theRangeMaster circuit board . As can be seen,the ring down is significantly different foreach trace. The large ring down shown inFigure 27 above, could be interpreted as apotential valid echo and cause a false highlevel to be detected. This is because the gainof the RangeMaster is raised at low levels todetect the lower amplitude echo from theproduct surface. (Echo amplitude is generallyinversely proportional to the distance fromthe transducer), causing the ring down toappear large.

Resolution:1. Perform a "DIGITISING" procedure to

measure and save a new transducer profile.Refer Digitising pages 2 and 20."DIGITISING" is designed to remove the effects of excessive ring down as shown in Figure 27 above.

2. Check that there is no build-up of producton cone.

3. Check that cone is not missing or damaged.4. Check that transducer is installed correctly.

Refer Pages 7 to 9.

ECHORING DOWN

ECHORING DOWN

Figure 26.

Figure 27.

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CONNECTING an OSCILLOSCOPE

Top Trace (Ch 1)Amplitude 2V per division.Sweep time 5mS per divisionNote: Depends on maximum distance betweenTransducer and the Low level being measured.Typically 5-10mS per division.

Bottom Trace (Ch 2)Amplitude 0.2V per division

TEST POINT LOCATIONS

The operation of the RangeMaster can beobserved with the aid of an oscilloscope. Onthe lower right corner of the circuit boardare pins to connect an oscilloscope.

The two traces of the oscilloscope areconnected to the WINDOW pin and the ECHOpin. The ground is connected to the GND pin.The trigger is connected to the TRIGGER pin.Note: On Dual channel amplifiers, theoscilloscope will display the waveforms forCH1 or CH2 alternately using the "TRIGGER"pin. If you want to display only CH1 or CH2,use the T1 pin to trigger for CH1 only, or T2 totrigger for CH2 only.

A dual trace storage oscilloscope isrecommended but not essential. A nonstorage oscilloscope can be used. Figure 29shows the two traces produced on theoscilloscope.

The top trace is the 'window' trace. The'window' indicates the position theRangeMaster considers the correct echo, andtherefore level to be. For an echo to beconsidered it must larger than a softwaredefined threshold. If an echo is greater thanthe threshold a register is placed on the'window' trace.

GND

GND

GND0VWT2

T1

TGFEDTR

IGG

ER

WIN

DO

W

EC

HO

Figure 28.

7.2 x 55.8

= 6.21 metres

To calculate:-No. of Divisions x Sweep Time (in mS)

5.8= Distance in Metres

Speed of sound = 5.8mS per metre. (Including Echo Return Time)

REGISTER WINDOW

VALID ECHO

OTHER ECHO

7.2 Divisions

Figure 29.

CROCh1

CROCh2

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CONNECTING HAWKLOG

REQUIREMENTS

• 486 DX 33 or higher, Windows 3.1, Windows 95

INSTALLATION

• Insert HAWKLOG into drive A or B

• From Windows program manager select Run

• Type a:\setup or b:\setup and press enter

• Follow instructions on screen

HOW TO CONNECT

• Plug HAWK cable into a communication port on your PC (COM 1, COM 2)

• Remove display case from RangeMaster

• Connect other end of cable into RangeMaster shown by

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SOFTWARE• Run program HAWKLOG

• Click "Options"

• Click "Setup" - change communication port according to the connected port on your PC

• Click "File"

• Click "Start Logging"

• If you choose to save data, click YES

• Follow instructions on screen carefully

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CONNECTING HAWKLOG

RANGEMASTER DISPLAY

CAL

RUN

CHANNEL 1 DISPLAYCHANNEL 2 DISPLAY

The RangeMaster continuallyoutputs data from the data portlocated on the top board viaconnector labelled PL5. Themating connector from PL5 toyour PC may be obtained fromyour local representative.

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USING HAWKLOG

Actual Analog summary for duration of stored file

• Click "File"

• Click "View Logged File"

• Click either - analog output

- analog summary

- display all

• Choose a saved file

HAWK DISPLAY

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

Mode Gain 9/N Analog Abs Dist Display

Disp. View

Disp. Speed

Disp. Pause

HAWK MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

File Options

Echo 5 MetresRelays

Start Logging

Stop Logging

Exit

Close Log

View Logged File Analog Output

Analog Summary

Display All

300

225

150

75

0

ECHO 5 Meters

0 1 2 3 4 5

20

15

10

5

0

ANALOG OUTPUT Analog Summary Information

% File % ChangeChannel: 1 0 100Channel: 1 1 21Channel: 1 1 13Channel: 1 1 14Channel: 1 1 12Channel: 1 1 12Channel: 1 5 15Channel: 1 5 11Channel: 1 5 17

VIEWING LOGGED FILE

Actual stred Echos for duration of stored file

ANALOG OUTPUT20

15

10

5

0

Actual Analog Output for duration of stored file

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DISPLAY READOUTS

FILE

• View Logged File: analog output - the analog reading onlyanalog summary - the complete analog trenddisplay all - show analog and echo readings

• Start Logging: create a new file

• Stop Logging: stop recording echo information

• Close Logging: close the open log

• Exit: exit the program

OPTIONS

• Setup: Communication Port - computer connection point

• Analog Change %: damping of analog

• About: information regarding HAWK

HAWK DISPLAY

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

Mode Gain 9/N Analog Abs Dist Display

Disp. View

Disp. Speed

Disp. Pause

HAWK MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

File Options

Echo 5 MetresRelays

View Logged File

Start Logging

Stop Logging

Exit

Close Log

HAWK DISPLAY

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

Mode Gain 9/N Analog Abs Dist Display

Disp. View

Disp. Speed

Disp. Pause

HAWK MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

File

Echo 5 MetresRelays

Options

Setup

About

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HAWK DISPLAY

DISPLAY READOUTS cont’d

• Mode: operating situation of the unit (low power, high power, recovery).

• Gain: strength of the echo received (low gain = high signal return).

• S/N (Signal Noise): the remaining available gain.

DISPLAY VIEW

HAWK DISPLAY

CHANNEL 1

CHANNEL 2

Mode Gain 9/N Analog Abs Dist Display

Disp. View

Disp. Speed

Disp. Pause

HAWK MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

File

Relays

Options

Echo 5 Metres

Echo 5 MetresEcho 10 MetresEcho 20 MetresAnalogChanel 1 • Map HighChanel 1 • Map LowChanel 2 • Map HighChanel 2 • Map Low

CH 1

CH 2

Alt Gain Display

View

Speed

Pause

HAWK MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

File Options

S/N : A DVER:1 x 1Q-No 1T x2Q-No2Relays

Echo

HAWK DISPLAY

6/11/97 11:42:05 PM

Mode S/N N/N Analog Abs Dist Temp

n 123 25 72 3 9.0 111 20 E1.1 1.00m

• Echo 5/10/20: echo range.

• Analog: current output (mA).

• Channel 1/2 Map High: stored map for high Power.

• Channel 1/2 Map Low: stored map for Low Power.

• Analog: current output (mA).• Abs. Dist: absolute distance between

transducer and instant echo.• Display: rangemaster display information.

• Display Param CH 1/2: the current storedsettings in the rangemaster.

• Disp Speed: view stored rangemasterinformation at a desired speed (only in View Logged File).

• Disp Pause: pause readings at any stage (only in View Logged File).

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DISPLAY READOUTS cont’d

• Saved files of Hawklog

• Details etc.

- what is the application?

- where is the problem located on the file?

- what do you perceive to be the problem?

E-MAIL ADDRESS

[email protected]

WHAT TO SEND

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WARRANTY

Hawk control products will be replaced, put ingood operating condition, or the purchase pricerefunded, at the option of Hawk, free of chargesexcept transportation, if defective in theirmanufacture, labeling, packaging, or shipping,and if notice of said defect is received by Hawkwithin one year from the date of shipment. Thecost of such replacement, repair or refund orpurchase price shall be the exclusive remedy for

any breach of warranty, and Hawk shall not beliable to any person for consequential damagesfor injury or commercial loss resulting from anybreach of any warranty. Hawk makes no warrantyof fitness for a particular purpose, and makes noother warranty, express or implied, includingimplied warranty arising from course of dealingor usage of trade.

PART NUMBERINGTD SERIES TRANSDUCERTRANSDUCER FREQUENCY05 = 05kHz10 = 10kHz20 = 20kHz30 = 30kHz

HOUSING MATERIAL0 = UPVC1 = Mild Steel2 = Stainless Steel4 = Polypropylene5 = KYNAR (PVDF)6 = Teflon

FACING MATERIAL5 = KYNAR (PVDF)6 = Teflon7 = Gylon

MOUNTING ACCESSORIESF = FlangeC = Focaliser ConeFC = Flange & Focaliser ConeT = 1 inch NPT nipple mount

FLANGE TYPEA = ANSID = DINJ = JISZ = Special Request

FLANGE SIZE4 = 100mm/4"6 = 150mm/6"Z = Special Request

TEMPERATURE CONTROLT = Internal Temperature SensorH = Heating CoilC = Cooling CoilTH = Internal Temp. Sensor & Heating CoilTC = Internal Temp. Sensor & Cooling CoilX = Not Required

FLANGE & CONE MATERIAL0 = UPVC1 = Mild Steel2 = Stainles Steel3 = CPVC4 = Polypropylene5 = KYNAR (PVDF)6 = Teflon7 = Carbon Fibre8 = PolyurethaneX = Not Required

DIP Anti-static spray coatedX = Not requiredD = Anti-static spray coated

TD 30 - 0 6 FC A 4 T - 0 D

All RangeMaster amplifiers come standard with:6 programmable alarm relays.1 failsafe relay per channel.16 character Liquid Crystal Display (single channel)or 2 x 16 character Liquid Crystal Displays (dual channel)24Vdc channel InputNote: For Difficult applications i.e. > 30m (100ft),use ONLY the single channel 5kHz (RMHA125-16)

RANGEMASTER AMPLIFIERMODELRMA = RangeMaster AmplifierRMHA = High Power RangeMaster Amplifier (5kHz only)

MAXIMUM RANGE10 = 15m (50ft)20 = 32m (100ft)100 = 100m (330ft)125 = 125m (410ft) (5kHz only)

CHANNEL INPUTS1 = Single Channel (1 transducer per amplifier)2 = Dual Channel (2 transducer per amplifier)

ALARM RELAYS6 = Programmable

CHANNEL INPUTS115 = 115Vac220 = 220Vac240 = 240Vac

Note: 24Vdc standard on all amplifiers

RMA 10 - 2 6 - 240


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