ANDERSON-NEGELE MPI-300 User manual

Operating Manual
MPI-300
NCS-M Parameter Tool
SENSORS FOR FOOD AND LIFESCIENCE.
MPI-3 00 30013 / 1.2 / 2 018-0 2-1 4 / AR / EU

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Table of contents
1 Application .............................................................................................................3
2 System Requirements.............................................................................................3
3 Conformity with Standards ....................................................................................3
4 NCS-M Capacitive Level Sensor ..............................................................................4
4.1 Application ...........................................................................................................................4
4.2 Dimension and Electrical Connection............................................................................4
4.3 Technical Data NCS-M........................................................................................................4
5 MPI-300 Programming Adapter..............................................................................5
5.1 Installation USB Driver ......................................................................................................5
5.2 Preparation of Parameter Tool ........................................................................................5
6 NCS-M Parameter Tool............................................................................................5
6.1 General Information on the User Interface ..................................................................5
6.2 Operation of the Parameter Tool ....................................................................................6
6.2.1 Starting the Application and Connection with the Sensor .......................................6
6.2.2 Display of Sensor Data ......................................................................................................7
6.2.3 Sensor Status .......................................................................................................................7
6.2.4 Configuration of Sensor ....................................................................................................7
6.2.5 Read and Store a Configuration ......................................................................................8
6.2.6 Disconnect Sensor ..............................................................................................................8

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1 Application
Adapter for the universal programming of the NCS-M capacitive level sensor family. Level de-
tection even for media with a low or no water content such as syrup, fruit concentrate, alcohols
and oils with a dielectric constant εr(Dk) ≥2.
The switching threshold, hysteresis and time delay parameters can be set for the sensor.
2 System Requirements
Computer
·Operating system: Win XP (ab SP3), Vista (ab SP1), Win 7, Win 8, Win 10
·Processor: min. 1 GHz CPU
·Free hard disk: min. 10 MB (with .NET already install ed)
·Windows Install er: 3.1
·.NET-Version: 4.0 install ed
·USB: free USB port USB 2.0
·Other: CD-ROM Drive for program installation
·Access rights: Administrator for installation
Sensor
·NCS-M with sensor firmware version 3.1 or later
3 Conformity with Standards
The basic saf ety and healt h requirement s are met t hrough f ulf illment of :
·2014/ 30/ EU El ectromagnetic Compati bili ty
·1935/ 2004/ EU Consumer Goods Ordinance
·Directive (EU) 10/ 2011 (Articles in Contact with Food)
·EN 61000-6-2:2005 (Interf erence Immunity)
·EN 61000-6-4:2007 + A1:2011 (Int erf erence Emissions)
The electrical connections may only be performed by persons with the necessary technical
skills and by persons with the necessary authorization from the operator. The power supply and
the control circuit inputs and outputs must be prof essionally wired. The current state-of-the-
art of electrical connections must be adhered to.
The following details must be noted in particular:
1. All persons involved with the setup, commissioning, operation, service and maintenance
of the sensor must be suitably qualified.
2. This operating manual must be f ollowed closely. The operator must ensure that the per-
sonnel has read and fully understood the operating manual.
3. All work must be performed with utmost care and may only be executed by authorized and
trained personnel. The applicable national regulations regarding opening and repairing of
devices must be complied with.
4. We recommend storing the operating manual near the measuring device in an easily ac-
cessible location.
5. The sensor must be de-energized prior to alterations and maintenance.
6. The working area of the operator must off er enough space to minimize the risk of injury.
7. The technical data specif ied in the operating manual and on the type label must be noted.

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Warranty coverage shall not be granted f or any damage that can be attributed to improper ex-
ecution of work on the device.
4 NCS-M Capacitive Level Sensor
4.1 Application
Small, compact sensor f or level detection even in media with a low or no water content such as
syrup, fruit concentrate, alcohol, and oils with a dielectric constant εr(Dk) ≥2. In combination
with the MPI-300 programming adapter, this sensor can be individuall y adapted to the applica-
tion used by the customer. In addition to setting the device to the appropriate medium, switch-
ing threshold, hysteresis and time delay can also be individually conf igured.
Application examples of the capacitive level sensor:
- Limit detection in vessels or pipes
- Product monitoring in pipes
- Pump/ dry running protection
- Detection of syrup and f ruit concentrate
4.2 Dimension and Electrical Connection
4.3 Technical Data NCS-M
Process connection Thread G½ " CLEANadapt combined with Ander-
son-Negele weld-in sleeves, build-in sys-
tems and adapter sleeves
Tightening torque Max. 10 Nm
Surface quality Ra< 0,8 µm

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Materials Threaded connector
Coupling part
Stainless steel 1.4305
PEEK (FDA approval: 21 CFR 177 2415)
Temperature ranges Ambient
Process
CIP / SIP
0…70 °C
-10…115 °C
143 °C max. 120 min
Response time and delay configurable 0,1…10 sec
Electrical connection Cabl e connection
Supply voltage
Prot ect ion cl ass
M12 connector, stainless steel 1.4305
16…32V DC
IP 69K
Output PNP active 50 mA (short-circuit proof )
Measurement range NCS-M-11
NCS-M-12
Dk > 20
Dk > 2
Weight 100 g
5 MPI-300 Programming Adapter
5.1 Installation USB Driver
1. Insert the CD accompanying the MPI-300 into the CD drive.
2. Double-click the setup file in the directory "MPI-300 USB" to start the installation process
for the driver.
3. Foll ow the instructions of the installation assistant.
4. After successf ul installation, the USB adapter is detected and an additional COM port
appears in the system for communication.
5.2 Preparation of Parameter Tool
1. Insert the CD accompanying the MPI-300 into the CD drive.
2. The executable file in the "Parameter Tool" directory does not require any installation and
can be copied to any location.
6 NCS-M Parameter Tool
After successful installation of the driver for the MPI-300 programming adapter, it can be con-
nected to the computer. This is done via the USB port of the programming adapter. The sensor,
which is to be parameterized, must be connected to the programming adapter via the M12 con-
nector. The NCS-M parameter tool can then be started by double-clicking.
6.1 General Information on the User Interface
After the application is started, the start screen of the graphic user interface appears as shown
below. Parameters of the NCS-M sensor can be changed by the customer in accordance with the
customer's applications.

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With the sof tware, it is possible to set the switching threshold, the hysteresis, and the time
delay of 0.1 ... 10 secs of the capacitive limit sensor.
The step-by-step operation of the tool f or setting the parameters is shown below.
6.2 Operation of the Parameter Tool
6.2.1 Starting the Application and Connection with the Sensor
If the sensor is already connected before starting the program using the programming
adapter, the virtual COM ports of the USB adapter are included in the selection. Then the sen-
sor can be connected with the "Connect with sensor" button.
If the sensor is detected, the message "NCS-M detected" appears
and the current parameter settings of the sensor are read out and
displayed. The sensor then measures continuously and the current
measured value is displayed.
If the sensor is not recognized correctly, the message "No NCS-M
found" is displayed.
With the button "Connect with sensor" a new connection attempt
can be made.

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6.2.2 Display of Sensor Data
Immediately af ter the connection process, the sensor data are read out and displayed
automaticall y.
The sensor ID box contain t he f irmw are version, serial number and type of t he sensor. If the
connection is not successful, the # symbol only appears. The NCS-M sensor can only be config-
ured using a f irmw are version 3.1 or higher. If the sensor cont ains an older f irmware version, it
cannot be configured and a corresponding error message is displayed.
6.2.3 Sensor Status
As long as the sensor is connected, it is performing a periodically measurement and the cur-
rent measurement result and the switching signal are displayed.
The state of the switching output is displayed activated in green ("yes") or deactivated in red
("no"). In addition, the process value of the measurement is displayed in percent. As long as
the programming adapter is connected to the sensor, the evaluation takes place immedi-
ately. A time del ay set in the sensor is ignored for the PC application.
6.2.4 Configuration of Sensor
The det ecti on of t he medium can be conf igured wit h the sl iders at the bottom of t he program.

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The required conditions for activating the switching output are:
1. Switching threshold: This setting def ines the basic threshold at which value the medium is
detected. According to the use NCS-M type, the lowest threshold value of the NCS-M-12 is 1
% and for the NCS-M-11 is 20 % .
2. Hysteresis: The measured value of the medium must exceed the set value of the hysteresis in
addition to the switching threshold.
3. Delay time: The switching signal is delayed by the set time and the switching threshold and
the hysteresis must be exceeded for this time. A time delay set in the sensor is ignored for the
PC application.
If a switching signal is indicated, this remains active until the switching threshold minus the hys-
teresis is fallen below. After the time delay the switching signal is switched off again.
To use any changed values f or further test results, they must be stored into the sensor.
6.2.5 Read and Store a Configuration
With a connected sensor, the set configuration values can be read out using the "Read Parame-
ters" button. The corresponding values are displayed with the sliders.
After setting the switching threshold, hysteresis and response time, the displayed conf iguration
values can be stored in the sensor by pressing the "Store Parameters" button. The previous val-
ues in the sensor are thus overwritten.
6.2.6 Disconnect Sensor
The PC application should be closed before disconnecting the sensor of the MPI-300 program-
ming adapter.
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