AquaMetrix 2300 User manual

2300 Controller User’s Manual, Rev. 1.6 Page 0
AquaMetrix 2300
Multi-Input Controller
Installation and Operation Manual

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Table of Contents
1.Overview.................................................................................................................................4
1.1.Introduction..................................................................................................................................4
1.2.Specifications................................................................................................................................4
2.Installation..............................................................................................................................5
2.1.PanelMounting............................................................................................................................5
2.2.Power,Probe,andNetworkCabling..............................................................................................6
2.3.RelayWiring.................................................................................................................................8
2.4.PoweringUpthe2300...................................................................................................................8
2.5.Configuringthe2300forNetworkOperation................................................................................8
3.Operatingthe2300fromtheFrontPanel................................................................................9
3.1.FrontPanelDisplay.......................................................................................................................9
3.2.OptionalPre‐configuredOperation.............................................................................................10
3.3.FrontPanelMenu.......................................................................................................................12
3.4.CalibratingSensorsfromtheFrontPanel....................................................................................14
3.5.SettingRelaysfromtheFrontPanel............................................................................................15
3.6.SavingandRestoringYourConfigurationfromtheFrontPanel...................................................16
4.Operatingthe2300fromaWebInterface.............................................................................17
4.1.SettingupanEthernetConnectiontoaNetworkRouter.............................................................17
4.2.Connectingtoa2300withinYourLocalAreaNetwork(LAN).......................................................17
4.2.1. AssigninganIPaddressviaDHCP...............................................................................................17
4.2.2. AssigningaFixedIPAddress.......................................................................................................18
4.2.3. Accessingthe2300fromaWideAreaNetwork.........................................................................18
4.3.SettingupaDirectEthernetConnection.....................................................................................19
4.3.1. SettingsforMacOS......................................................................................................................19
4.3.2. SettingsforWindows..................................................................................................................20
4.3.3. Settingsforthe2300...................................................................................................................22
4.3.4. LogIn!..........................................................................................................................................22
4.4.Accessingthe2300fromaPrivateWirelessNetwork..................................................................22
5.Configuringthe2300viatheWebInterface...........................................................................23
5.1.ProbeStatus...............................................................................................................................24
5.2.RemoteDisplay...........................................................................................................................25
5.3.Logs............................................................................................................................................25
5.3.1. DataLogs.....................................................................................................................................25
5.3.2. AlarmLogs...................................................................................................................................26
5.3.3. SystemLogs.................................................................................................................................26
5.4.Setup..........................................................................................................................................26
5.5.UserMaintenance.......................................................................................................................28
5.5.1. DataLoggingConfiguration.........................................................................................................29
5.6.NetworkSetup............................................................................................................................30
5.6.1. EthernetConfiguration...............................................................................................................30
5.6.2. WebServerConfiguration...........................................................................................................30
5.6.3. Modbus/TCPServerSetup..........................................................................................................31
5.6.4. EmailSetup.................................................................................................................................31
5.7.SystemConfiguration..................................................................................................................34

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5.7.1. Name&TimeConfiguration.......................................................................................................34
5.7.2. LCDConfiguration.......................................................................................................................34
5.7.3. UnitConfiguration.......................................................................................................................35
5.8.SystemDocumentation...............................................................................................................35
5.9.Advanced....................................................................................................................................35
5.9.1. ModbusAddressList...................................................................................................................35
5.9.2. ListLoggedInUsers.....................................................................................................................35
5.9.3. PrepareforShutdown.................................................................................................................35
5.9.4. RestartSystem............................................................................................................................35
5.9.5. RestoretoFactoryDefaults........................................................................................................35
6.ConfiguringProbes................................................................................................................35
6.1.OverviewofProbeTypes............................................................................................................35
6.2.AddinganAnalogSensor............................................................................................................36
6.2.1. ProbeSelection...........................................................................................................................36
6.2.2. ProbeInformation.......................................................................................................................37
6.2.3. Scaling.........................................................................................................................................38
6.2.4. LinearScaling/Calibration...........................................................................................................38
6.2.5. ScalingofaTransmittersignal....................................................................................................39
6.2.6. Non‐LinearScaling......................................................................................................................39
6.2.7. ScaleFactors...............................................................................................................................40
6.2.8. ProbeDetails...............................................................................................................................40
6.2.9. ProbeDescription.......................................................................................................................41
6.2.10. FirstActionConfiguration...........................................................................................................42
6.2.11. ActionName................................................................................................................................42
6.2.12. ActionType.................................................................................................................................42
6.2.13. AcknowledgingAlarms................................................................................................................43
6.2.14. SelectingaRelay.........................................................................................................................44
6.2.15. EmailingAlarmsandControls.....................................................................................................45
6.2.16. AddingAdditionalActions...........................................................................................................45
6.3.ConnectingaPulseOutput(Flow)Sensor....................................................................................45
6.3.1. ProbeSelection...........................................................................................................................46
6.3.2. ProbeInformation.......................................................................................................................46
6.3.3. K‐FactorScaling/Calibration........................................................................................................47
6.3.4. ProbeDetails...............................................................................................................................47
6.3.5. ProbeDescription.......................................................................................................................48
6.3.6. ActionConfiguration...................................................................................................................48
6.4.ConnectingVirtualProbes...........................................................................................................48
6.4.1. ConfiguringaTotalizerProbe......................................................................................................48
6.4.2. ConfiguringDifferentialSensors.................................................................................................50
6.4.3. ConfiguringaFlowSensorforBatchControl..............................................................................51
7.Appendix...............................................................................................................................52
7.1.OptionalI/OCardTypes..............................................................................................................52
7.1.1. 3‐channelDigitalInput+4‐channelDigitalRelayOutputcard...................................................52
7.1.2. 6‐channelRelayOutputcard......................................................................................................53
7.1.3. 7‐channelDigitalInputcard........................................................................................................53
7.1.4. 4‐channelAnalogOutputcard....................................................................................................53
7.2.RebuildingaCorruptedInternalmicroSDCard............................................................................56

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7.3.EmailKeywordList......................................................................................................................56
7.4.PanelMounting..........................................................................................................................58
8.RegisterandGettheLatestFirmware....................................................................................58

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1. Overview
1.1. Introduction
The AquaMetrix 2300 Controller is the first multi-input controller that brings web-based operation down to
a price that can be afforded by just about any facility. Its combination of features—remote control, data
logging, email alerts and seven inputs—are unparalleled in the water monitoring market. Its Setup Wizards
make set-up and operation a snap.
The Quick Start Guide is a companion manual that is designed to get the user up and running quickly. If
you don’t have this guide you can download it from our website: http://wateranalytics.net/products/2300.
This manual is also available on this web page.
This manual attempts to cover the many facets of setup and operation in detail.
The standard configuration accepts inputs for four 4-20mA (analog) sensors and three frequency output
(aka digital) sensors—mainly flow sensors such as paddlewheels and magmeters. Outputs include four
relays and virtually unlimited email/text notifications. The 2300 Controller provides remote viewing
capability and configuring with password from any connected web browser. It also provides data logging
with downloading or emailing of log files in CSV format. There is also one available slot for an optional
card, which can expand digital inputs or relays outputs, or add analog outputs.
We are constantly making improvements to the user interface so please check in to make sure you have the
latest version.
1.2. Specifications
Inputs
Analog Four 4-20 mA powered or unpowered current loops
Pulse Rate Two optically isolated inputs suitable for flow sensors, up to 24 VDC or 120 VAC
Counter One accumulator for tracking equipment on time
Contacts Four contact sensing inputs for alarm acknowledgement or remote resets.
Outputs
Relays Four 120V/240 V @ 10A/5A expandable to ten with additional card.*
Alerts Emails and/or texts for alarms, relay actions, errors, or reminders
Web Remote viewing with a browser on a computer, tablet, or smart phone. Remote
programming from any of these.
Data logging Logging of CSV files directly to internal microSD card
Digital Outputs Modbus TCP over Ethernet connection. Modbus RTU over RS 485 with optional
hardware.
Analog Outputs Optional: Four non-isolated 4-20 mA outputs proportional to any reading.
Control
Web or LAN Viewing with a browser on a computer, tablet, or smart phone. Setup and
control from any of these. Multi-user password protected.

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Front Panel Status, Probe enable/disable/calibrate, System Configuration
Ratings
Power Input 0.2 A @ 115 VAC or 15 W
Power to probes Maximum supplied to probes is 150 mA
Temperature 0 to 70°C
Protection NEMA 4X, 1/4 DIN panel mount or wall mount with optional hardware
Physical
Mounting 1/4 DIN panel mount or wall mount with optional hardware
Dimensions Front cover: 6.5” wide x 5.5” tall; rear enclosure: 3.5” wide x 3.5” tall x 4.5” deep
Power 120 or 220 VAC, 60 or 50 Hz, auto-recognized. (Cable not included)
24 VDC also available
Weight 2 lbs.
*One expansion card slot is available
2. Installation
WARNING: If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer as per the Users
Manual and this Quick Start Guide, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
2.1. Panel Mounting
Mount the 2300 Controller through the front panel, with the gasket on the outside of the mounting panel.
Hook the sliding mounting blocks on each side of the back of the 2300 Controller enclosure and tighten
the set-screws against the mounting panel with a torque of 4 in-lb, as shown in Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1 - Mounting hardware attached to panel with 4 in-lb of torque

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2.2. Power, Probe, and Network Cabling
A picture of the rear of the 2300 is shown below in Figure 2-2. We recommend removing the Molex
connectors and connecting wires to them and then attaching the connectors to the unit.
Connect the:
 Power cord
 CAT-5 Ethernet cable—to be used later as described in Section 5.
 Probe wires: Two-wire 4-20 mA cables connect to the analog connector. Pulse inputs connect to
the digital inputs.
Probe wiring depends on the type and manufacturer of the probe, and instructions can be found with each
probe. We show examples of the different wiring diagrams in Figure 3 that may be called for by your
analog (4-20 mA) probes, but please look up your individual probe directions. Connections for flow meters,
which output a pulse frequency, such as paddle wheels or magmeters, use the pulse input connector (“dig
in 1” et al).
Note: The 2300 controller comes with a microSD card that is used for firmware updates. If you purchase a
second card it is important that the card has a speed rating of at least 10.
Figure 2-2 - 2300 Controller back panel
Ethernet Connection
Power 120-220 VAC
Pulse Input (digital)
Connector
Relay Connector
Contacts Connector
Analog (4-
20mA) Input
Connector
L
N
G
microSD Card Slot

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Figure 2-3 shows the wiring for the three most common analog sensors plus a current sinking flow meter.
Please refer to the sensor manufacturer’s instructions to be sure you wire your sensor correctly. This is
especially important for 3-wire probes, which differ in the power connection of the 4-20 mA wiring.
Figure 2-3 - Probe wiring diagrams. There are other possible three-wire probe setups, so please refer to your specific probe’s
instructions for proper hook up.

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2.3. Relay Wiring
The 2300 controller has 4 relays that can be expanded to 10 with the addition of a second card. The relays
are capable of handling 120 V @ 10 A or 240 V @ 5 A. They can also be part of a 24 VDC circuit. Unlike the
Shark-120 the relays are not powered. To power a relay and the device to be controlled (e.g. a pump or a
solenoid) wire the relay circuit as shown.
Figure 2-4 - Electrical Connections for a circuit involving a relay, power source and device.
2.4. Powering Up the 2300
With the probes connected, power up the 2300. If the controller is operating properly, the green LED's on
the back panel indicate proper operation. (See Figure 2-2.) From top to bottom:
1. The top most LED is the Fault light it should be slowly blinking.
2. The middle LED is the System Operating light and it should be quickly blinking.
3. The bottom LED is the Power On light and it should be on and steady.
The Run screen should appear and display 4 panes. It will show the actual mA reading of the four analog
probes (see Figure 3-2). Dashes (----) indicate that a probe is either not connected or it is out of range. Note
that the preconfigured software only shows the actual current being read by the 2300. In order to have
probe outputs expressed in the appropriate units (e.g. pH, mV, μS/cm, etc.) you need to carry out set-up
over a network using a web browser. See Section 4.1 or 4.3 of this guide for network setup, and Section 5
for configuring the 2300 over the network. The main purpose of this initial screen showing the raw current
outputs of the connected probes is simply to reassure you that that controller is running properly.
2.5. Configuring the 2300 for Network Operation
The default setup for the 2300 includes Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) for automatically assigning
an IP address to a unit. This IP address is the key piece of information that allows users to locate and log
into any 2300 on a local or wide area network.

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Once the controller is connected a Local Area Network (LAN) the router will assign the 2300 its IP address.
To find out what that IP is:
1. Click on the Menu button.
2. Click on the top-most menu item, View System Info.
3. The IP address is listed on the second line. See Figure 2-5.
Figure 2-5 - The IP address of the 2300 assigned by the router is listed on the second line.
Section 4.3 goes into network connectivity in greater depth.
3. Operating the 2300 from the Front Panel
3.1. Front Panel Display
The 2300 front panel display shows a series of RUN screens and MENU screens. It does not have the full
functionality of the web interface and is meant to be a local display and secondary user interface.
There are eight navigation buttons below the screen: four arrow buttons and the following:
 The RUN button brings up the quad screen from anywhere
 The MENU button brings up the front panel menu
 The BACK button returns the user to the previous screen.