IS Technologies SONDAR 5000 User manual

SONDAR 5000
Ultrasonic Open Channel Flow Meter
(USER’S MANUAL/FEET)
IS Technologies Co., Ltd.

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SONDAR 5000
May.2005 Edition
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for any errors.
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Web Site: http://www.sondar.com
e-mail: [email protected]

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................4
About Sondar 5000 ...............................................................................................................................................................4
Features of of Sondar 5000… ..............................................................................................................................................5
Product Specification….........................................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Installation............................................................................................................................................................7
Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................................................7
Cable Entry ............................................................................................................................................................................8
Sensor Installation… ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 How To Use Sondar5000 ...............................................................................................................................13
Operating the Controller ......................................................................................................................................................13
Button Functions..................................................................................................................................................................14
Chapter 4 Menu Guide.......................................................................................................................................................15
Applicaton Menu Option......................................................................................................................................................15
Proces Menu Option............................................................................................................................................................25
Compensation Menu Option ...............................................................................................................................................33
Chapter 5 Maintenance..........................................................................................................................................................37
Chapter 6 Menu Option Record.........................................................................................................................................38
Appendix ..............................................................................................................................................................................39

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Chapter 1 Introduction
About SONDAR 5000
Sondar 5000 is an instrument that can be used both as ultrasonic open channel flow meter
and level gauge. The ultrasonic open channel flow meter measures the water level and
calculates and displays accurate flow rate and total flow rate in a manner to measure the flow
rate according to a flow/level calculation method, based on the principle that water level is
specifically related to flow rate in the standardized open channel.
The ultrasonic flow meter employing non-contact measurement method can be applicable to
various fluids, including corrosive fluid, and has semi-permanent life.
Data Logger function is built in this product, enabling long-term storage of various data, such
as level, flow rate, and total flow rate. These data can be saved for up to 6 months.
This product can be applicable to the following open channels.
1. Parshall Flumes
2. Suppressed Rectangular Weirs
3. Contracted Rectangular Weirs
4. V-Notch [Triangular] Weirs. [22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 90°, 120°]
5. Cipolletti Weirs
6. Leopold Lagco Flumes
7. Palmer Bowlus Flumes
In addition, 10 point DIY CURVE and flow equation (Q=K*H(PWR)) are used to measure the
flow rate in various open channels.

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Features of SONDAR 5000
zNon-contact flow measurement - applicable to various fluids, semi-permanent life
zApplicable to various kinds of channels
z10 point DIY CURVE function able to conduct flow measurement, regardless of the
types of channels
zDigital measurement and display (0.01 gal/min)
zCurrent output in proportion to flow measurement (4mA ~ 20mA)
zFlow rate setting at 4mA ~20mA
zFlow-based pulse output (able to set unit flow rate) - applicable to mechanical flow
meter
z2 programmable SPDT relays
z5 buttons for convenient and easy operation
zLCD to display operational conditions - convenient setting
zBuilt-in temperature sensor and temperature compensation function
zUltrasonic output adjustment and algorithm selection assuring consistent flow
measurement
zAutomatic detection of bottom distance
zStorage of various data, including water level, flow rate, and total flow rate, for up to 6
months.
zFlow Switch input function able to measure the flow rate at Zero flow [Option]
zOperation with free voltage power, low power consumption

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Product Specification
Physical
Controller 240(width). X 185(height) mm
Sensor Ø 67(dia) X 160(height) mm
Mounting 3/4” NPT
Weight around 3.0kg (sensor, controller)
Sensor Material Polypropylene
Environmental
IP Rating (electronics housing) IP65(Controller)
Max. & Min. temperature (electronics) -20 ºC to +60 ºC(Controller), -20 to +70°C(Sensor)
RTX cable length 10m (Standard)
Performance
Resolution 1mm
Range(Flow rate) 0.00m3/h ~ 200,000.00 m3/h
Range(Total flow) 999999999.99 m3/h
Range(level) 250 ~ 2000mm
Beam Angle 8o at -3dB
Response Time 500ms
Displayed Value Flow rate, Total flow, Level , graphic LCD (128X68 dot)
Temperature Compensation Fully compensated via integral temperature sensor over entire operational span
Outputs
Analogue Output
4-20mA into Max 600Ω(user adjustable)
Fault condition Alarm 3.8mA /Hold/21mA,
Setpoint Relay 3 SPDT Relays
Relay capacity 5A, AC250V
Communication Port 1 point RS-232C/RS485
Pulse output 1 point, open collector or line drive
Programming
On-board programming via 5 tactile push button buttons
Supply
Power supply AC90 ~ 260V, Less than 15VA(50Hz ~ 60Hz),
Applicable Channel 15 kinds of Parshall Flumes
Suppressed Rectangular Weirs
Contracted Rectangular Weirs
V-Notch[Triangular] Weirs.[22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 90°, 120°]
10 kinds of Cipolletti Weirs
10 kinds of Leopold Lagco Flumes
10 kinds of Palmer Bowlus Flumes
Special function 10 Point DIY CURVE
Flow equation(Q=K*H(PWR))

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Chapter 2 Installation
Sondar 5000 is composed of a controller unit and one sensor
Power Supply Requirements
The Sondar 5000 operates from a AC supply of 90 ~260V.
All electronic products are susceptible to electrostatic shock, so follow proper grounding
procedures during installation.
When choosing a location to mount the sensor, bear in mind the following:
•For easy access to the LCD display and programming buttons mount it where it is easily
accessible.
•The ultrasonic signal path should be free of falling material and obstructions such as pipes,
beams etc.
•The sensor should be mounted at least 30cm above the maximum level of the material and
be perpendicular to the surface.
•The mounting surface should be vibration-free.
•The ambient temperature of the sensor is between -20ºC and 70ºC.
•There should be no high voltage cables or electrical inverters close by.
Dimensions
Sensor
67
75.5
63.5
160
144
3/4" NPT

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Controller
RUN
SET
MODE
Cable Entry
There are 23 terminals for controller and 3 terminals for power board as follows:
Input & Output Terminal
LN
TX IOUT GND RX IRTN
OC
TX_CLK PULSE
RTN
PULSE RTN
A1_COM
A1_NCA1_NO A2_NO
A2_COM
A2_NC
ER_COM
ER_NO ER_NC
V+ SEN- SEN+ RTH VIN

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Function
Terminal Function Note
V+ DC +12V output
SEN- Connect to shield cable of sensor of RTX Black
SEN+ Connect to +cable of sensor of RTX Red
TX CLK Output of sensor’s transmitting signals in pulse form Option
RTH Connect to outer temperature sensor
VIN External Input[FOLW SWITCH]
RTN External input GND
TX When using RS232C interface, connection to RS232C's transmitter.
When using RS485, connection to Y.
RX When using RS232C interface, connection to RS232C's receiver.
When using RS485, connection to Z.
GND Digital communication GND
IOUT Current output (+): Output of 4 mA ~ 20 mA in proportion to flow rate Max. 600Ω
IRTN Current output (-)
PULSE OC Pulse output (+): at the set intervals
PULSE RTN Pulse output (-)
A1_NO ALARM_1 NO contact point.
On operation of ALARM_1, disconnection from A1_COM
A1_COM ALARM_1 COM contact point.
On operation of ALARM_1, disconnection from A1_NO & on its stop,
disconnection from A1_NC
A1_NC ALARM_1 NC contact point.
When ALARM_1 is not in operation, disconnection from A1_COM
A2_NO ALARM_2 NO contact point.
On operation of ALARM_2, disconnection from A2_COM
A2_COM ALARM_2 COM contact point.
On operation of ALARM_2, disconnection from A2_COM & on its stop,
disconnection from A2_NC
A2_NC ALARM_2 NC contact point.
When ALARM_2 is not in operation, disconnection from A2_COM
ER_NO ERROR_NO contact point.
On operation in ERROR situation, disconnection from ER_COM
ER_COM ERROR_COM contact point.
On operation in ERROR situation, disconnection from ER_NO & on its stop,
disconnection from ER_NC
ER_NC ERROR_NC contact point.
When not operated even in ERROR situation, disconnection from ER_COM
L AC power connection
N AC power connection
* The below points are useful when test the Sondar5000 in field.
THR Output of standard voltage that determines the volume of the ultrasonic
signal. Users can check the most suitable installation location.
Test Point
DET Output voltage of the detected ultrasonic signal Test Point
TVG Output of amplified voltage of the ultrasonic signal. Trigger source of DET
signal
Test Point

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Sensor Installation
In order to prevent malfunctions and assure accurate measurement, installation should be conducted
under consideration of the following points.
1) There should be no disturbing objects within the range of 10°beam angle where the
ultrasonic pulse moves.
2) It should be installed at right angles to the water surface. (The sensor should be vertical to
the floor.)
3) Input accurate bottom distance (04. BOTTOM DISTANCE).
The sensor should be installed at a position of above maximum water level of the channel to be
measured (more than 30 cm).
Less than 2m
Min 30cm
10°

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Weir
zIn the rectangular, triangular, and Cipolletti channels, the sensor should be installed at the top
of the channel (Max. height x 4 ~ 5 times recommended).
Parshall Flume
zIn the Parshall Flume, the sensor should be installed at a 2/3 position of the whole converging
section length.
Leopold Lagco Flume
Flow
Flow
Flow
2/3 L
Flow
Flow
Measurement Point [mm ] Converging
L
L

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zIn the Leopold-Largco Flume, the sensor should be installed at a position distant from
Converging Section (corresponding to the distance of measurement point according to Flumes
size)
zFlickering of "DT" at the bottom of the screen at Operation Mode means detection of water level.
Therefore, such flickering should be confirmed in the course of installation.
zInstallation should not be done at places exposed to direct sunlight or strong wind.
zAfter installation, operational conditions should be checked again (Power On/Off and display of
measurement level).
Note: If not correctly installed, this product may not desirably work in the winter when※
temperature difference between the sensor and the water surface is high.
Flume Size Measurement Point
mm inches mm inches
100 ~ 4~12 25 1.0
380 15 32 1.3
455 18 38 1.5
530 21 44 1.8
610 24 51 2.1
760 30 64 2.5

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Chapter 3 How To Use SONDAR 5000
Operating the controller
Operation Mode I
zPush SET button at Operation Mode I and Operation Mode II will be displayed. Operation
Mode II can be toggled to Operation Mode I by SET button.
zTo see MGD(millions gallons per day)unit information, you can simply press UP button at
Operation Mode I
zYou can choose Operation Mode I or II as you want.
Operation Mode II
MOD SET RUN
5000Sondar
Ultrasonic Open Channel Flow Meter
FR: 123456.78 GPM
TF: 123456789 mgal
TH: 123456789 h
DT: 12345678 mgal
DH: DL:
JUL / 21 / 2003 14:30 %
Lev.:0.000ft T: °F
MOD SET RUN
5000
Sondar
Ultrasonic Open Channel Flow Meter
12345.6
R 1 R 2 SYSTEM OK DT
Lev. : 1 . 2 3 4 ft
Flow Rate: [GPM]

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zDescription of abbreviations displayed
1) FR : Flow rate measured in m3/h.
2) TF : Total flow from the set time.
3) TH : Total hours from the set time.
3) LE : Measured level from the bottom to the surface in mm.
4) T : Ambient temperature.
5) Bar graph: Ratio of measured flow rate to max. flow rate.
zDescription of characters displayed
SONDAR 5000 shows its operational conditions on its LCD.
1) A1 : RELAY1 is ON.
2) A2 : RELAY2 is ON.
3) SYSTEM OK : System is normal.
4) FAIL: Failure to measure the flow rate.
5) DT: Flickered on normal measurement of water level.
(meaning normal detection of reflected waves)
6) D: Echo detection is okay
7) S: Searching Echo
8) LE: On failure to detect the reflected waves.
Button Functions
1) MODE Button
zTo convert Operation Mode to Program Mode.
zPush MODE button at Operation Mode and PASSWORD CHECK, the first menu of Program
Mode, will be displayed.
zPush SET button and Program Mode will be immediately shown.
zAt Program Mode, push Up or Down button to move to other menu option.
zUse MODE button to return to menu option after device selection (02. DEVICE SELECTION)
2) UP [↑] and DOWN [↑] Button
zUse this button to change the value of an option selected.
zOne push of these buttons leads to increase by one. Continuous push of these buttons results
in continuous increase one by one. Further push of this button results in change of the number
at tenth or hundredth figures.
zIf a specific menu is not selected, this button can be used to change menu options. One push of
this button results in return to the previous menu.
3) SET Button
zUse this button to save the values of an option and then, go to the next option selection.
4) RUN Button
zUse this button to return to Operation Mode from Program Mode.

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Chapter 4 Menu Guide
Application Menu Option
Password Check
< When password is confirmed > < When password is not confirmed >
zPush MODE button at Operation Mode and PASSWORD CHECK, the initial menu of
Program Mode, will be displayed. This is a function to prevent change of set values by
unauthorized persons.
zIf the password is wrong, "PASSWORD ERROR!" and "RETURN MEASURE MODE" will be
displayed at the same time and it will return to Operation Mode.
zIf the password is confirmed, "PASSWORD OK!" will be displayed and it will go to Program
Mode.
zThe password can be changed at PASSWORD CHANGE. The password numbers can be
selected within the range of 0~1000.
zUse ↑or ↓to move to a specific menu. Place the cursor (*) at a specific menu and push SET
button. Then, you can change the value of the menu.
zIf you don't want to change the value, push SET button and then, select another menu option.
zIf you want to change the value, push ↑or ↓to change it. After change, push SET button to
save the set value and then, select another menu.
zIf you push RUN in the course of selecting an option, Program Mode is converted into
Operation Mode.
PASSWORD
CHECK
Password Number?
****
PASSWORD OK!
PASSWORD
CHECK
Password Number?
****
PASSWORD WRONG
RETURN MEASURE MODE

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Password Change
Factory Set= 0
zThis is an option for change of password. Push ↑or ↓to change the password.
zPush SET button and the changed password will be saved.
zThe initial value is 0. (Setting range: 0~1000, Unit: 1)
※Note: If the password is wrong, you cannot go to Program Mode from Operation Mode.
Therefore, careful attention should be paid to password change. When you forget
the password, please contact the local distributor.
Device Selection
Factory Set = 1
zThis is an option for channel selection and detailed parameter setting. Select the channel first
and then, set parameters for the channel.
zPlace the cursor at this menu. Push SET button and the following screen I will be displayed.
The initial value is 1. (Setting range: 1~8, Unit: 1)
< 2. DEVICE SELECTION Screen I > < 2. DEVICE SELECTION Screen II >
*** DEVICE : 1) - 6
5. Cipoletti Weirs
6. Leoplod Lagco Flume
7. Palmer Bowlus Flume
8. DIY Curve/Special
*** DEVICE : 1) - 6
*1. Parshall Flumes
2. Rect. Suppressed
3. Rect. Contracted
4. V-Notch Weirs
*01. PASSWORD CHANGE

02. DEVICE SELECTION
03. AUTO ZERO
04. BOTTOM DISTANCE
01. PASSWORD CHANGE
*02. DEVICE SELECTION
03. AUTO ZERO
04. BOTTOM

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zAt Program Mode, push ↑or ↓to place the cursor (*) at a specific menu and push SET button
to go to the mode for change of the relevant device.
zPush ↓at No. 4 and Screen II showing No. 5 to 8 will be displayed. Also, push↑at No. 1 and
the cursor will go to No. 8.
zPush MODE button to return to upper-level menu option.
zOn selection of 2. DEVICE SELECTION menu, the channel and max. flow rate value able to
measure in the channel with the relevant device will be automatically set.
zWhen the type of channel is changed during measurement, the previously set values will be
lost and values for menus (No. 7, 8, 9, 11, 14) will be initialized as those for the changed
channel.
Pharshall flumes
Factory Set = 1
zSelect Parshall Flumes and push SET button. Then, the menu for flume selection will be
displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant Parshall Flume and push SET button to save the set value
and return to main menu. (Setting range: 1~15, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set.
Parshall Flume Max. Height [mm] Parshall Flume Max. Height [mm]
1" 180 9" 600
2" 180 1~8 ft 760
3" 450 10 ft 1060
6" 450 12 ft 1370
Rect. Suppressed
Factory Set B = 1
Factory Set D = 1
Factory Set H = 1m
1. P a r s h a l l F l u m e s
** Flume Selection: 1
1 : 1in. 6 : 1ft. 11 : 5ft.
2 : 2in. 7 : 1.5ft. 12 : 6ft.
3 : 3in. 8 : 2ft. 13 : 8ft.
4 : 6in. 9 : 3ft. 14 : 10ft.
5 : 9in. 10 : 4ft. 15 : 12ft
2. Rect. Suppressed
** Crest Length: 1
1 : 1ft. 2 : 1.5ft. 3 : 2ft.
4 : 2.5ft. 7 : 3ft. 6 : 4ft.
7 : 5ft. 8 : 6ft. 9 : 8ft.
10 : 10ft.

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zSelect Rect. Suppressed and push SET button. Then, the menu for selection of the
rectangular weir will be displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant Rect. Suppressed and push SET button to save the set
values and return to main menu option. (Setting range: 1~10, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set.
Rect.
Suppressed
Max. Height
[mm]
Rect.
Suppressed
Max. Height
[mm]
1 ft 150 4 ft 600
1.5ft 220 5 ft 750
2 ft 300 6 ft 900
2.5 ft 370 8 ft 1200
3 ft 450 10 ft 1500
Rect. Contracted
Factory Set B = 1
Factory Set D = 1
Factory Set b = 1
Factory Set H = 1m
zSelect Rect. Contracted and push SET button. Then, the menu for selection of the
rectangular weir will be displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant Rect. Contracted and push SET button to save the set
values and return to main menu. (Setting range: 1~10, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set.
Rect.
Suppressed
Max. Height
[mm]
Rect.
Suppressed
Max. Height
[mm]
1 ft 150 4 ft 600
1.5ft 220 5 ft 750
2 ft 300 6 ft 900
2.5 ft 370 8 ft 1200
3 ft 450 10 ft 1500
3. Rect. Contracted
** Crest Length: 1
1 : 1ft. 2 : 1.5ft. 3 : 2ft.
4 : 2.5ft. 7 : 3ft. 6 : 4ft.
7 : 5ft. 8 : 6ft. 9 : 8ft.
10 : 10ft.

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V-Notch Weirs[Triangular]
Factory Set = 0.600m
zSelect V-Notch Weirs and push SET button. Then, the menu for selection of the triangular weir
will be displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant V-Notch Weir and push SET button to save the set values and
return to menu option. (Setting range: 1~6, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set at 600 mm.
Cipolletti Weirs [Trapezodial Weirs]
Factory Set = 0.600m
zSelect Cipolletti Weirs and push SET button. Then, the menu for selection of the weir will be
displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant Cipolletti Weir and push SET button to save the set values
and return to menu option. (Setting range: 1~10, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set.
Cipolletti Weirs Max. Height
[mm] Cipolletti Weirs Max. Height [mm]
1 ft 150 4 ft 600
1.5ft 220 5 ft 750
2 ft 300 6 ft 900
2.5 ft 370 8 ft 1200
3 ft 450 10 ft 1500
4. V-Notch Weirs
**WeirSelection: 1
1 : 22.5°2 : 30°3 : 45°
4 : 60°5 : 90°6 : 120°
5. Cipolletti Weirs
** Weir Selection: 1
1 : 1ft. 2 : 1.5ft. 3 : 2ft.
4 : 2.5ft. 7 : 3ft. 6 : 4ft.
7 : 5ft. 8 : 6ft. 9 : 8ft.
10 : 10ft.

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Leopold Lagco Flumes
Factory Set = 1
zSelect Leopold Lagco Flumes and push SET button. Then, the menu for selection of the flume
will be displayed as shown in the above figure.
zUse ↑or ↓to select the relevant Leopold Lagco Flume and push SET button to save the
setting values and return to menu option. (Setting range: 1~10, Unit: 1)
zMeasurable maximum height is automatically set.
Leopold Lagco
Flumes Max. Height [mm] Leopold Lagco Flumes Max. Height [mm]
4 inch 70 15 inch 270
6 inch 100 18 inch 320
8 inch 130 21 inch 380
10 inch 180 24 inch 420
12 inch 210 30 inch 530
Palmer Bowlus Flumes
Factory Set = 1
Leopold Lagco
Flumes Max. Height [mm] Leopold Lagco Flumes Max. Height [mm]
4 inch 76 15 inch 274
6 inch 107 18 inch 320
8 inch 152 21 inch 381
10 inch 183 24 inch 427
12 inch 213 27 inch 488
6. Leopold Lagco Flumes
** Flume Selection: 1
1 : 4in. 2 : 6in. 3 : 8in.
4 : 10in. 5 : 12in. 6 : 15in.
7 : 18in. 8 : 21in. 9 : 24in.
10 : 30in.
7. Palmer Bowlus Flumes
** Flume Selection: 1
1 : 4in. 2 : 6in. 3 : 8in.
4 : 10in. 5 : 12in. 6 : 15in.
7 : 18in. 8 : 21in. 9 : 24in.
10 : 27in.