APM 3DLevelScanner Series User manual

M
3DLevelScanner
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Level / Volume
measurement in solid
applications with
mapping capabilities
Changing the market
from level to volume

Table of contents
1ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 SYMBOLISM USED............................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 FOR YOUR SAFETY ............................................................................................................................ 4
1.2.1 Authorized personnel .................................................................................................................. 4
1.2.2 Appropriate use .......................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.3 Warning about misuse ................................................................................................................ 4
1.2.4 General safety instructions ......................................................................................................... 4
1.2.5 CE conformity............................................................................................................................. 5
1.2.6 Safety information for Ex areas .................................................................................................. 5
1.2.7 Environmental instructions ......................................................................................................... 5
2PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 DELIVERY CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.2 COMPONENTS ................................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 THEORY OF OPERATION.................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 WIDE APPLICATION RANGE.............................................................................................................. 6
2.5 ADVANTAGES................................................................................................................................... 7
2.6 STORAGE AND TRANSPORT ............................................................................................................... 7
2.6.1 Storage and transport temperature............................................................................................. 7
3MOUNTING ............................................................................................................................................ 8
3.1 INSTALLATION POSITION .................................................................................................................. 8
3.2 MOISTURE ........................................................................................................................................ 8
3.3 MEASURING RANGE ......................................................................................................................... 8
3.4 PRESSURE ......................................................................................................................................... 8
3.5 INSTALLATION LOCATION ................................................................................................................ 9
3.6 MOUNTING DIRECTION................................................................................................................... 10
3.7 SOCKET .......................................................................................................................................... 11
3.8 SENSOR ORIENTATION.................................................................................................................... 12
3.9 INFLOWING MATERIAL ................................................................................................................... 12
4CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................. 13
4.2 POWER SUPPLY .............................................................................................................................. 13
4.2.1 Connection Cable...................................................................................................................... 13
4.3 CONNECTION PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................. 13
4.4 WIRING PLANS ............................................................................................................................... 14
5ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................................................................... 15
5.1 3DLEVELSCANNER M-LCD PANEL .............................................................................................. 15
5.2 ADJUSTING THE SCANNER USING THE SOFTWARE TOOL ................................................................ 17
6OPERATION......................................................................................................................................... 18
6.1 OPERATING MENU.......................................................................................................................... 18
6.2 FUNCTION INDICATION ................................................................................................................... 18
6.3 SWITCHING ON ............................................................................................................................... 19
6.4 BASIC/DEFAULT SCREEN................................................................................................................ 20
6.5 SETUP PROCEDURE ......................................................................................................................... 20
6.5.1 Address setting for several sensors on one input –RS485-Multidrop (Daisy Chain)............. 20
6.5.2 Parameter adjustment............................................................................................................... 20
6.5.3 Medium selection ...................................................................................................................... 21
6.5.4 Process Conditions ................................................................................................................... 21
6.5.5 Performing empty calibration adjustment ................................................................................ 21

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6.5.6 Performing Full Calibration adjustment................................................................................... 23
7FALSE ECHO STORAGE................................................................................................................... 24
7.1 RANGE OF MAPPING FUNCTION (052) ............................................................................................. 24
8OPTIONAL SETTINGS....................................................................................................................... 24
8.1 BASIC/DEFAULT DISPLAYED SCREEN .............................................................................................. 25
8.2 LINEARIZATION SCREEN ................................................................................................................. 25
8.3 EXTENDED CALIBRATION SCREEN .................................................................................................. 26
8.4 OUTPUT SCREEN ............................................................................................................................. 26
8.5 DISPLAY SCREEN ............................................................................................................................ 27
8.6 MEASURED PARAMETERS............................................................................................................... 28
8.7 DEVICE INFO .................................................................................................................................. 29
8.8 DEVICE RESET................................................................................................................................ 29
9MAINTENANCE AND FAULT RECTIFICATION......................................................................... 30
9.1 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................... 30
9.2 FAULT RECTIFICATION ................................................................................................................... 30
9.2.1 24 hours support ....................................................................................................................... 30
9.2.2 Checking the 4 …20 mA signal............................................................................................... 30
9.3 REPLACING THE ELECTRONICS ....................................................................................................... 31
9.4 DEVICE REPAIR............................................................................................................................... 31
10 DISMOUNTING............................................................................................................................... 32
10.1 DISMOUNTING PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................ 32
11 DIMENSIONS .................................................................................................................................. 33
12 APPENDIX ....................................................................................................................................... 35
12.1 TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................................... 35
12.2 AMBIENT CONDITIONS .................................................................................................................... 36
12.3 PROCESS CONDITIONS..................................................................................................................... 36
12.4 PROCESS TEMPERATURE ................................................................................................................. 36
12.5 ELECTROMECHANICAL DATA.......................................................................................................... 36

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Table of Figures
Figure 1: Measuring range................................................................................................................................. 8
Figure 2: Mounting on arched vessel tops.......................................................................................................... 9
Figure 3: Mounting Direction .......................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 4: Recommended socket mounting ........................................................................................................ 11
Figure 5: Inflowing material ............................................................................................................................ 12
Figure 6: Connection Scheme........................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 7: 3DLevelScanner M front panel LCD ................................................................................................ 15
Figure 8: Software Tool connection ................................................................................................................. 17
Figure 9: Empty and Full Calibration.............................................................................................................. 22
Figure 11: 3DLevelScanner M with horn antenna in threaded version ........................................................... 33
Figure 12: 3DLevelScanner M with horn antenna in flange version................................................................ 33
Figure 13: 3DLevelScanner M housing............................................................................................................ 34
Figure 14: Voltage diagram ............................................................................................................................. 35
Figure 15: Accuracy ......................................................................................................................................... 37

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1About this document
This operation manual provides complete instructions for quick setup and safe
operation of the 3DLevelScanner M. This manual is designed for trained personnel.
Please read it carefully before you proceed.
1.1 Symbolism use
Information, tip, note
A itional information
ndication of helpful Additional information
Caution, warning, risk of anger
ndication of a potentially dangerous situation, which could result in serious
injury to persons and/or damage to the 3DLevelScanner.
Ex applications
ndication of special instructions for Ex applications.
Earth (groun ) terminal
ndication of functional earth to use for grounding the 3DLevelScanner M.
1.2 For your safety
1.2.1 Authorize personnel
All operations described in this manual must be carried out by authorized trained
personnel only. For safety and warranty reasons, any internal work on the devices
must be carried out by manufacturer-authorized personnel only.
1.2.2 Appropriate use
The 3DLevelScanner M is a sensor designed for continuous level / volume measurement.
1.2.3 Warning about misuse
Inappropriate or incorrect use of the device can give rise to application-specific hazards,
e.g., vessel overfill or damage to system components through incorrect mounting or
adjustment.
f the 3DLevelScanner is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection
provided by the 3DLevelScanner will be impaired.
1.2.4 General safety instructions
The 3DLevelScanner is a high-tech device requiring strict observance of standard
regulations and guidelines. The user must take note of the safety instructions in this
operating manual, as well as local and national electrical codes should be always

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considered during installation and all common safety regulations and accident
prevention rules.
1.2.5 CE conformity
The 3DLevelScanner conforms to CE's EMC and NSR standards. CE conformity is as
follows:
EMC (2004/108/EC)
- Emission EN 61326: 1997 (class B)
- Susceptibility EC / EN 61326:1997 + A1: 1998 + A2:2001 + A3:2003
NSR (73/23/EWG) EN 61010-1: 2001
1.2.6 Safety information for Ex areas
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and operation in Ex areas.
These safety instructions are part of the operating instructions manual that comes with
Ex-approved devices.
WARN NG – Substitution of components may impair ntrinsic Safety.
WARN NG – To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres, read,
understand and adhere to the manufacturer’s live maintenance procedures.
1.2.7 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties. Please help us fulfill
this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in the following chapters of
this manual:
Storage and transport, page 7.
Dismounting, page 32.

Product description Delivery contents
2Product description
2.1 Delivery contents
3DLevelScanner M sensor
Documentation
CD with the 3DLevel Manager software and marketing materials
Ex-specific safety instructions (with Ex versions)
Certificates if applicable
2.2 Components
Special horn antenna
Process fitting (depending on the flange or thread version)
Housing with electronics, optionally available with a plug connector and connection
cable
The components are available in different configurations.
2.3 Theory of Operation
The APM 3DLevelScanner™is the only device presently available that delivers accurate
measurement of bulk solids and powders – regardless of the type of material or
product characteristics, type and size of storage silo, bin or container, and harshness
of the storage environment. t incorporates APM's unique dust-penetrating technology
to achieve an unrivalled degree of process measurement and inventory control.
The 3DLevelScanner employs an array of three antennas to transmit low frequency
pulses and to receive echoes of the pulses from the contents of the silo, bin, or other
container. Using these antennas, the unit measures not only the time/distance of each
echo, but also its direction. The device's Digital Signal Processor samples and analyzes
the received signals to provide accurate measurements of the level, volume, and mass
of the stored contents and generates a 3D representation of the actual allocation of the
product within the container for display on remote computer screens. This unique
device measures practically any kind of material stored in a great variety of containers,
including silos, large open bins, bulk solid storage rooms, stockpiles, and warehouses.
t maps build-up loads and other irregularities that randomly form over time, offering
solutions for this and many other previously inaccessible challenging applications.
2.4 Wi e Application Range
The 3DLevelScanner M measures practically any kind of solid material, stored in
practically unlimited variety of containers, including large open bins, bulk solid storage
rooms and warehouses, mapping loads that randomly form over time inside silos, and
many other challenging applications that were not possible until now. The sensor can
measure ranges of up to 70 m (230 ft) and generate 3D maps of the surface.

Product description Advantages
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2.5 A vantages
Practice-oriente evice versions - The 3DLevelScanner S is available with both
thread and flange fittings.
Service an maintenance-frien ly - Thanks to the non-contact measuring
principles, the 3DLevelScanner S is particularly easy to service and maintain.
The only volume measurement device for solid applications
Suitable for measuring all solid materials (including ones with low dielectric
constants)
Operates in dusty and moisture environment
Profiles and warns of adhesions of materials to the walls of vessels
The only device that measures volume as well as minimum level and maximum
level
Self cleaning antenna
3D mapping visualization tool to help decide where to fill from (in vessels with
multiple filling points
Most reliable sensor on the market (has 3 transmitters and 3 receivers)
2.6 Storage an transport
The device is protected by special packaging during transport, and is guaranteed to
handle normal loads during transport.
2.6.1 Storage an transport temperature
For storage and transport temperature please see Technical data, Ambient
conditions, page 36.

Mounting Installation position
3Mounting
3.1 Installation position
Install the 3DLevelScanner M where you can easily reach it for mounting and
connecting. You can install the housing in eight different positions. n each position,
the housing can be rotated 45°.
3.2 Moisture
Use the recommended cable (see Connections, page 13) and tighten the cable
connection.
For additional protection against moisture, lead the connection cable downward in front
of the cable entry. Rain and condensation water can thus drain off. This applies mainly
to mounting outdoors, in areas where moisture is expected (e.g., by cleaning processes),
or on cooled or heated vessels.
3.3 Measuring Range
The reference plane of the sensor measuring range is the seal surface of the thread or
the lower side of the flange. All information regarding the measuring range as well as
the internal signal processing relates to the reference plane.
NOTE:
f the container content reaches the antenna, buildup could form on it over time and
cause measurement errors.
Figure 1: Measuring range
3.4 Pressure
The process fitting must be sealed if there is low pressure in the vessel. Before use,
verify that the seal material is resistant to the medium. The maximum permissible
pressure is stated in Technical data, page 35, and on the type label of the sensor.

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3.5 Installation Location
When mounting the 3DLevelScanner M, a distance of at least 400 mm from the vessel
wall (500mm from the center of the scanner to the vessel wall) should be maintained.
f the 3DLevelScanner M is installed in the center of the vessel, multiple echoes can
occur.
Note: t’s recommended not to install the 3DLevelScanner M in the center of the silo.
Figure 2: Mounting on arche vessel tops
1. Reference plane
2. Vessel center or symmetry axis
f this distance cannot be maintained, a false echo storage should be carried out. For
more information see False echo storage, page 24. This applies particularly if buildup
of residue on the vessel wall is expected.
Note: t is very important to use “range of mapping” right after installation, in order to
map all false echoes. The results are better when the silo is empty.