LG sonic e-Line User manual

LG SONIC®
ULTRASONIC ALGAE CONTROL
USER MANUAL
MODEL
e-Line
LG SOUND BV Platinastraat 5,7, 2718 SZ Zoetermeer, The Netherlands www.lgsonic.com
LG SOUND
Platinastraat 5,7
2718 SZ Zoetermeer
www.lgsonic.com
AT319
www.algae-control.com.au
AQUATIC TECHNOLOGIES
T 0409 180 707
41 Yazaki Way, Carrum Downs,
Victoria Australia 3201
e-Line
LG SOUND
Platinastraat 5,7
2718 SZ Zoetermeer
www.lgsonic.com
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1 Table of Contents
1 Introduction..................................................... 4
2 Safety instructions ........................................ 4
3 Components included .................................. 5
4 Installation .................................................... 6
4.1 Installation of the electronic box.. ........ 6
4.2 Installation of the e-transmitters........... 7
4.3 Installation of the float ..................... 8
4.4 ........................ 8
4.5 examples of one unit .......... 9
4.6 ........ 9
4.7 Activation.............................................. 10
5 Usage .......................................................... 14
6 Maintenance ................................................. 11
6.1 Maintenance of the e-box ....... 11
6.2 Maintenance of the e-transmitter.......... 12
7 Troubleshooting .......................................... 12
7.1 The results appear negative .............. 12
7.1.1 Filamentous algae .................. 12
7.1.2 Roaming algae ....................... 12
7.2 The algae are not dying ..................... 13
8 Guarantee ...................................................... 14
Installation of two units
Installation
Installation examples of two units .
4.8 Change ultrasonic program......................... 13
4.8.1 by control buttons on the e-Box..... 13
4.8.2 Change program by sending an SMS message... 13
4.7.1 Explanation of LCD ................ 10
4.7.2 GSM Activation and Configuration....... 11
4.7.3 Set the pincode of the device...... 12
4.7.4 Request operation status per SMS..... 12
4.7.5 Send test SMS.......... 12
4.7.6 Set Time and Date........ 12

Congratulations on your purchase of the algae control
solution!
LG SOUND has designed and constructed your device to the
highest quality standards for years of reliable and accurate service. We
hope you will enjoy using this device for a long period.
However, the algae control device can not function properly unless it is
installed and maintained in the correct manner. Please read this
document carefully in its entirety and follow the instructions for installation
and usage of the given, in order to ensure optimal
performance and the best results.
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1 Introduction
ŸREAD AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
1 Read and follow all instructions that are on the product or provided with the product.
2 Do not use an extension cord
3 Do not install or use within 10 feet of a pool.
4 Reference the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, specifically for the installation of wiring and
clearances from power and lighting conductors
5 Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified persons in accordance with all applicable
codes and standards, including fire-rated construction.
6 Do not use in a bathroom.
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock
. When used outdoors, install only to a covered class A GFCI protected receptacle that is weatherproof
with the power unit connected to the receptacle. If one is not provided, contact a qualified electrician
for proper installation. Ensure that the power unit and cord do not interfere with completely closing
receptacle cover.
WARNING: Risk of fire, installation involves special wiring methods to run wiring through a building
structure. Consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Mount the unit at a height greater than 1 foot from the ground surface.
ŸEnsure the power outlet used for the LG Sonic®has a ground fault circuit interrupter.
ŸMake sure the entire installation is out of children's reach.
ŸNever open the electronic box when it is in operation or while it is connected to power.
ŸFasten the electronic box at least 1 meters from the edge of the water and ensure it is protected from
direct sunlight and rain.
ŸNever place the electronic box under water to avoid electrocution.
ŸHandle the transducer with care and protect it from shocks or damage.
ŸUnplug the unit immediately if any of the two cables or the electronic box is damaged. Contact your
dealer for further instructions.
ŸAlways unplug the box before attempting to replace a fuse or perform any repairs, maintenance or
other troubleshooting operations.
ŸInstall the devices according to the instructions in chapter 4
ŸAvoid long term skin contact with the transducer in operation
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS-This manual contains important safety and operating
instructions for power units.
2 Safety instructions
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3 Components
INSTALL IN WATER INSTALL IN A DRY SAFE PLACE
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C
B
D
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Electronic box (E-box)
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B
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D
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Transmitter cable
Power cable
Transmitter unit
Float
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DC INPUT
24V
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Transmitter power supply extension cord
(Lead) (Optional part, purchased separately)
50- or 100-foot (15- or 30-metres)
Screw (4p)
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4 Installation
Please always check if the voltage on the sticker of the
electronic box matches with the plug type and your electricity
network before installation. Please contact your dealer
immediately if this is not the case.
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4.1 Installation of the electronic box
The electronic box should be attached to a wall, with the cables facing
downwards.
1) Remove the design strips on the sides of the box by carefully
pulling them on both sides.
2) Mark the fixing holes from the electronic box at the place
where the box is to be mounted. Drill four corresponding
holes into the wall.
3) Insert the four supplied screws into the fixing holes of the
e-box.
4) Mount the electronic box to the wall with the supplied screws.
5) Carefully place the design strips back at the sides of the box.
Make sure the connectors and wires always point down.
Always install the e-Box in such a way that it is protected
from direct sunlight and rain. Use a separate enclosure if necessary.

1. Determine the optimal location
of the transducer:
a. Where as much of the water surface
comes into direct contact with the sound
waves
b. Where the front of the unit follows the
water current and/or wind direction (for
larger water surfaces above 5-10m )
c. Where there are no corners outside the
reach of the transducer, as this will greatly
reduce the effectiveness of the device
d. With its backside as close to the water
edge as possible
2. Place the transmitter in the
water
3 Ensure that the transmitter is
always completely below water
surface
4 Always ensure a horizontal
position of the transmitter
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The transducer transforms the electrical signals produced by the
electronic box into ultrasonic sound signals. These signals are
inaudible. The transducer is a very sensitive instrument that
needs to be handled with the greatest care.
The ultrasonic sound waves are issued by the transducer in a
180 degrees spread from the front of the machine. The device
needs to be placed in such a manner that as much of the water
surface as possible comes into direct contact with the sound
waves. The strongest ultrasonic signals are those that come
straight out of the transducer.
4.2 Installation of the E-Transmitter
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Dark area remains untreated
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All the LG Sonic products are provided with a float.
This float ensures that the transducer always remains in a
position of about 20 cm horizontally below water surface. In this way the
sound waves will be reflected when they touch the water surface. The
sound will be more efficiently spread throughout the whole water reservoir
The first 20 cm of the water column is where the highest floating algae
(unicellular) concentrations can be found, especially during day time.
The float should be secured by means of a pole/spear or rope.
By means of a pole
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Use multiple transducers when the water surface cannot be covered with one
transducer
a. Never place the transducers facing each other
b. Never use multiple units if one unit can suffice
c. It is advised to contact your dealer for advise on the usage of multiple
units
For free placement assistance email us at [email protected]. Make
sure that you have a site-plan with the accurate dimensions and
configurations of your water reservoir.
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4.3 Installation of the float
4.4 Installation of two units
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side view
water tank
/container
top view oval
top view circle
top view triangle
top view square
top view narrow
rectangle top view broad
rectangle top view broad
L shape
It is advised to contact your dealer for advice
on the use of multiple transmitters.
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4.6 installation examples of two units
4.5 Installation examples
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1.Connect the transmitter cable(s) to the e-box. 2.Insert the power plug into the power socket.
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4.7 Activation
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Date & time
T1: Transmitter output number 1.
(Depending on the model, the e-box
can have up to 4 transmitter outputs)
GSM Signal strength (1 to 5)
P02: Current ultrasonic
program running on the transmitter.
12 different programs can be selected (P01-P12)
N.A: No transmitter output available
4.The LG Sonic is ready for use.
It is not necessary to change the program
4.7.1 Explanation of LCD
3.Connect the antenna to the e-Box.

4.7.2 GSM Activation and Configuration
The GSM module has 3 functions:
ŸTo change the ultrasonic program of individual
transmitter(s)
ŸTo request status
ŸTo receive error alerts.
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Make sure there is no
pincode on your SIM Card.
Make sure there is enough
credit on the SIM Card to
send and receive
messages.
1. Insert SIM Card:
ŸPress the small button left from the SIM Card holder.
ŸGently pull the SIM Card holder from the e-Box.
ŸPlace the SIM Card in the plastic SIM Card holder and
place it back into the e-Box.
2. Press both buttons simultaneously and hold for 3 seconds.
1) Date & Time (To edit the Date and Time)
2) SMS Phone Setup (To setup your mobile number)
3) Send SMS Testing (To send a “test SMS) to check
if the GSM unit is working)
4) Exit Setup
The following menu will appear:
3.Press the “select” button to move the cursor to option 2:
“SMS Phone Setup” Use the “enter” button, to entre:
The following menu will appear:
1) Enter Phone No (To set the GSM unit to your mobile number)
2) Delete Phone No (To delete the set phone number)
3) SMS Pincode (Set the pincode for your unit, see section 4.7.3
4) Exit
4. Use the buttons to select: 1 “Enter Phone No”
Use the “Select” button to choose the digits of your phone number.
Use the “Enter” button to select the digit and move to the next.
5. The program offers 3 slots where a phone number can be
entered.
Select the first slot by pressing the “enter” button once.
The cursor now moves to the first digit.
6. Exit the menu program and go back to the main screen.
On the main screen: “System Ready” appears.
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Always start the
number with your
country code.
Use the “+” symbol
to make the country
code.
For example: +3161
End the number by
selecting ‘E’ which
appears after the ‘+’
symbol.
For example:
[phone]E
If the system does not
accept the simcard after
entering it, unplug the
device and plug it in
again to reboot the
system.

4.7.3 Set the pincode of the device
1. Press both buttons for 3 seconds to enter the main menu.
2. Select option 2: “SMS Phone Setup”
3. In the next menu select 3: SMS Pin Code
4. The pincode will appear behind the menu.
5. The standard pincode is 0000
6. Use the “Select” and “Enter” buttons to set your personal
pincode, if necessary.
4.7.4 Request operation status per SMS
By typing a code in your regular SMS screen of your mobile phone, you can
request the operation status of your device.
1. Send an SMS to SIM Card number in the e-box, with the code [PINCODE]s
EXAMPLE: 0000s
(the standard pincode is 0000 to change the pincode see section 4.7.3)
3. The device will send you a reply SMS.
4. Interpretation of the codes:
ŸT1: Transmitter 1
ŸT2: Transmitter 2
ŸT3: Transmitter 3 .
ŸT4: Transmitter 4
ŸP01/P12: Ultrasonic program that the transmitter is running on.
ŸN.A.: Transmitter Output Not Available
ŸERROR: No Transmitter is connected or Transmitter is broken.
ŸOFF: No ultrasonic program selected, transmitter is off.
4.7.5 Send test SMS
A status alert as described in 4.7.4 can be sent to a mobile phone from the menu
as well
1. Enter the systems menu by pressing the “Select” and “Enter” button at the
same time for 3 seconds.
2. Select option 3: “Send SMS Testing”
3. Press “Enter”
4. On the main screen of the device will appear: “SMS Sent to Phone1"
5. A message will be send to the selected phone number (go to section 4.7.2.
to select a phone number)
4.7.6 Set Time and Date
Time and Date are displayed on the main screen. The date and time can be set in the main menu.
1. Enter the systems menu by pressing the “Select” and “Enter” button at the same time for 3
seconds.
2. Select option 1: “Date & Time Setup” and press the “Enter” button
3. Select option 1 by pressing “Enter”
4. By using the “Select” and “Enter” button, set the date first and then the time.

4.8 Change ultrasonic program
On the main display, the 4 transmitters are indicated with T1, T2, T3 and T4.
ŸSelect the Transmitter you want to change by pressing the “Select” button
ŸPress the “Enter” button.
ŸBy pressing the “Select” button, you can choose from the different frequency
programs P01 to P12 and OFF.
ŸPress the “Enter” button to activate a program.
ŸThe e-Box will confirm with 1 beep.
ŸA confirmation SMS will be send to the selected phone number
(For explanation of the code in the SMS find section 4.7.4)
The transmitters of the LG Sonic e-Line can be set to a
specific, preprogrammed ultrasonic program.
Depending on the model of the e-Box, the LG Sonic e-
Line can support 1, 2, 3, or 4 transmitters that can be
programmed independently.
The ultrasonic program can be changed by:
ŸControl buttons on the e-Box (4.8.1)
ŸSending an SMS message (4.8.2)
4.8.1 Change program by control buttons on the e-Box
Send an SMS to the number of the SIM card inserted in your
device with the code:
[PINCODE]t[TRANSMITTER NR]p[PROGRAM NR]
(the standard pincode is 0000 to change the pincode see section 4.7.3)
For example send code
To set Transmitter number 1 to program number 4: 0000t1p4
To set Transmitter number 3 to program number 5: 0000t3p5
(The e-Box will beep once, if the SMS is received.)
- On the main screen of the e-Box,
the SMS message that was sent to the device will appear.
- The program number on the main screen will change.
- The e-Box will send a confirmation message to your phone
number.
(for explanation of the code, please see section 4.7.4)
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The LG Sonic e-Line
products are all being send
with a specific program, as
advised by LG Sound.
For an optimal result of the
LG Sonic e-Line it is advised
to change the ultrasonic
program ONLY after the
recommendation of an
LG Sonic representative.
4.8.2 Change program by sending an SMS message
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To operate effectively, the algae control system must be operating
continuously, 24 hours a day. The speed in which the algae are killed will depend
on the concentration of algae in your water entity (for example, a lake, reservoir,
swimming pool or pond) and the size of your device in relation to the quantity of
water. The amount of time that passes until you begin to see results will thus vary
from a few days to a few weeks.
Even after the water is cleared from algae, the solution will be of use,
as algae tend to come back if left untreated. Therefore, the device
should remain in order, to continue to keep the water mostly clear and free of
algae.
After heavy rains new algae might be washed into your water reservoirs .
Algae blooms might occur that the algae control system will clear in,
depending on the amount of algae, a few days to a few weeks.
Different types of algae respond differently to the treatment. As
certain types of algae die, they will float to the surface and should be removed as
often as possible, but at least twice a week, as the blanket of algae will hinder the
ultrasonic sound waves. Other algae will sink to the bottom, where they can
easily be removed.
Finally, regulary whether the ultrasonic transducer and the float are still in
the optimal position as per section 4.2.
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6 Maintenance
Work described below can be performed by the user. Please contact your dealer
for all technical maintenance and reparation activities .
6.1 Maintenance of the e-Box
Frequently inspect the electronic box for damage. Check the connection of
power an transducer cable for damages. Damage to the electronic box can
cause life threatening situations.
When damage to one or more parts of the products is found, first
disconnect the device from its power supply and contact your dealer. Your dealer
can assist you with professional personnel to repair damages to the product.
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6.2 Maintenance of the transducer
Clean the front of the transducer, where the ultrasonic sound waves are emitted, once
a week. Failure to keep the front of the transducer clean will hinder the ultrasonic
waves and ultimately result in reduced effectiveness of your device.
Always disconnect power from the device before cleaning or handling it.
When the transducer is covered with calcium scale, use a lightly acid solution to
remove it, such as kitchen vinegar.
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7.2 The results appear negative
7.1.1 Filamentous algae (also known as string algae or blanket weed)
It is not unlikely that the amount of algae seems to have grown after the activation of
your system. This is caused by the reduction of the cohesion between the
algal cells. The cells are thus less closely connected and will fill up more space.
Living filamentous algae feel very much like a wire and are difficult to pull apart. This
changes when the algae are affected: the longer their cells have been dead, the
easier they can be pulled apart.
Filamentous algae rise to the surface when they die, where they form a blanket
causing the ultrasound waves to be absorbed. This blanket needs to be removed as
often as possible, and at least twice a week, in order for the system to continue to
operate correctly.
Algae that grow on the surface of other materials may still be stuck to those surfaces
after their demise, appearing as though they were still alive. However, if they are
relatively easy to remove from the surface they are on, they are in fact dead. This is
not valid for black algae.
Depending on the quantity of the algae, it sometimes takes some time before the
algae appear to be dying (even for cyanobacteria, also known as blue green algae).
A very simple and effective way to test whether the roaming algae are indeed dead is
the 'bottle test'. Fill a bottle with treated water from your reservoir and leave it resting
for 24-48 hours in a quiet place. The bottle should not be closed and daylight should
be included.
If the algae have sunk to the bottom or are now floating on the surface, they are dead.
However, if the water remains greenish and unclear, the treatment has not yet
worked.
Find the next section for instructions.
In a pond, where there is constant water movement (because of wind, fish, filters,
fountains, and so on) it may take weeks before the algae are visibly dead.
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7.1.2 Roaming algae
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The e-XXL transmitters are standard equipped with a wiper.
This cleans the transmitter head automatically.
The wiper can be purchased optionally on the e-Tank and the e-XL.
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7.3 The algae are not dying
1.Check whether the e-Box is in operation:
a.Check the LCD
2.Check whether the center of the front of the transducer (about 2 cm in
diameter) is clean
a.The transducer appears to be clean
- The transducer is working
b.If the transducer is not clean and a calcium-like layer or biofilm has formed:
- The sound waves are not properly emitted
- Clean the transducer with an acidic solution such as kitchen vinegar
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b. Request operation status by SMS, see section 4.7.4
- Check if the LCD is on.
- Check if the transmitters are running a program (section 4.7.1).
If a transmitter is broken or off, the words “ERROR” or “OFF” are shown
on the LCD behind the transmitter number (T1 - T4)
- Check If one of the Transmitters shows “OFF” follow section 4.8 to program the
transmitter.
3. If the Transmitter is clean and emitting an ultrasonic program, we can change the
ultrasonic program to match the algae in your water.
a. Contact your dealer, inform him from the algae in your water, by explanation
or sending him a picture.
b. Your dealer will advise you the most optimal ultrasonic program.
c. If your device is equipped with a wiper, check if the wiper is still working, if not,
contact your dealer.

LG Sound, producer of the device, has great confidence in its
products and guarantees the quality of assembly and materials used.
The warranty limits itself to material- and construction faults and has a term of
TWO YEARS for the LG Sonic E-box
THREE YEARS for the LG Sonic e- aftertransmitters XXL, XL and Tank
purchase date.
In this period the necessary replacement of, by material- and/or construction
faults, failing parts will be made available at no cost to the purchaser. Every
additional claim on the warranty, compensation or consequential damage
included, are here explicitly made exempt.
The above mentioned warranty is only valid under these conditions:
1. The device must be correctly installed following the instructions in this
manual.
2. Every claim to the warranty becomes void when repairs, changes,
adjustments or assemblies are made using parts that are not supplied
by LG Sound or have not been approved of prior in writing. In addition,
every claim becomes void if installation took place that did not comply
with the local regulations.
3. The warranty is valid for normal use following the installation
instructions. Damage resulting from usage for other means then for
which the device is intended, overburdening, neglect or normal wear
and tear are hereby made explicitly exempt.
4. Claims made during the period of warranty do not result in this period
being extended
5. Every claim to warranty becomes void if the device is not cleaned at
least once a year
6. Any expedition costs are to be carried by the buyer
7. The warranty can only be honoured if the statement of defect is
accompanied by a copy of the invoice or proof of payment and a
description of the defect.
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