Milltronics MultiRanger Plus PL-513 User manual

MultiRanger Plus
Technology based. Customer driven.
January 1999
Instruction Manual
PL-513
33455130
Rev 1.3

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Table of Contents
General Information
About This Manual 7
About the MultiRanger Plus 7
Specifications
MultiRanger Plus 9
Programmer 10
Transducer 10
Temperature Sensor 10
Current Output Isolator 10
Cabling 10
Installation
Multiranger Plus 11
Outline and Mounting 11
Circuit Board Layout 12
Recommendations 13
Interconnection 14
System Diagram 14
Installing the Transducer 14
Selecting Temperature Source 15
Current Output 15
Current Output Isolator 16
Synchronization 17
Power Connections 18
Programmer 19
Start Up
General 21
Programmer Keypad Run Mode 22
Program Mode 23
Legend 24
Parameter Entry 24
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Common Display Messages 26
Functional
Transceiver 27
Damping and Process Rate 27
Temperature Compensation 28
Sound Velocity 28
Blanking 29
Agitator Discrimination 30
Relays General 30
Function
Alarm 31
Pump 32
Miscellaneous 33
Analog Output 36
Applications 37
Simple Level Application 39
Pump Control Applications 41
Pump Run-On 44
Pump Totalizer Application 47
Volume Application 50
Common Tank Shapes 51
Custom Design Tanks 52
Compensation 55
Differential Level Application 59
OCM Applications 63
Single Exponential 69
Palmer-Bowlus 73
H Flumes 74
Other 75
Applications with Standpipes 78
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Parameter Description
Parameters 79
Troubleshooting
General 105
Oscilloscope 105
Troubleshooting Guide 107
Maintenance
Maintenance 111
Appendices
Sound Velocities 113
Glossary 114
Alphabetical Parameter Listing 116
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GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
First and foremost it is essential that this manual be read and understood before
installation and start up of the MultiRanger Plus.
"Applications" provides a general description of the common applications found in
industry and illustrates them with examples. It is suggested that you refer to the
sub-section which most suits your application. The programming of the MultiRanger
Plus can be optimized by referring to Parameter Description or Appendices \
Alphabetical Parameter Listing.
ABOUT THE MULTIRANGER PLUS
The MultiRanger Plus is to be used only in the manner
outlined in this instruction manual.
The MultiRanger Plus is a multi-purpose level monitoring device used in conjunction
with ultrasonic transducer.
The MultiRanger Plus emits an ultrasonic pulse via the transducer. The echo is
reflected from the material and received by the transducer. The echo is processed by
the MultiRanger Plus and the time at which the ultrasonic pulse hits the level or target
is extracted and compared to the time at which it was sent. The time differential is
then converted into distance, material level, volume, flow or differential level as a
basis for display, relay control, analog output and totaling.
As well as simple level measurement, the MultiRanger Plus was designed to handle
specific applications such as: pumped volume totaling, differential level and open
channel flow measurement.
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SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIRANGER PLUS
Power: » 100/115/200/230 V ac ±15%, 50/60 Hz, 15 VA
» optional: » 12 V dc model, 10 to 15 V dc, 15W
» 24 V dc model, 18 to 30 V dc, 15W
» fuse » FU2, Belling Lee, L754, 4000A
HRC, ceramic type, 50mA, 250V
» FU3, Belling Lee, L754, 4000A
HRC, ceramic type, 100mA, 250V
Environment: » location: » indoor / outdoor
» altitude: » 2000 m max
» ambient temp.: » – 20 to 50 °C
» relative humidity: » suitable for outdoor
(Type 4X/NEMA 4X/IP65 enclosure)
» installation category: » II
» pollution degree: » 4
Range: » 0.3 to 15 m (1 to 50 ft)
Accuracy: » 0.25% of range or 6 mm (0.24"), whichever is greater
Resolution: » 0.1% of range or 2 mm (0.08"), whichever is greater
Memory: » EEPROM (non-volatile) no back-up battery required
Display: » Liquid Crystal Display of 4 digits, 18mm (0.7") high
Outputs: transducer drive: » 41 KHz, 400 V peak pulses of 1 msec
max duration at a max
repetition rate of 300 msec
analog: » 0 - 20 or 4 - 20 mA
» max loading: » 350 ohms, return to ground
» 750 ohms, return to –12 V
» resolution: 0.1% of range
» optional mA isolator
relays: » 5 multipurpose relays (for alarms, pump control,...)
» 1 Form "C" SPDT contact per relay, rated 5 A at
250 V ac non-inductive
» adjustable deadband
All relays are certified for use in equipment where the short
circuit capacity of the circuits in which they are connected is
limited by fuses having ratings not exceeding the rating of the relays.
Enclosure: » Type 4X / NEMA 4X / IP65
» 160 mm W x 250 mm H x 82 mm D
(6.3" W x 9.5"H x 3.2"D)
» polycarbonate
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Approvals: » CE*, FM, CSA NRTL/C
* EMC performance available upon request.
Weight » 1.8 kg (4lb)
PROGRAMMER
Enclosure: » general purpose
» 67 mm W x 100 mm H x 25mm D
(2.6" W x 4" H x 1" D)
» ABS plastic
Operating Temperature: » – 20 to 50 °C (– 5 to 122 °F)
Power: » 9 V battery (style - ANSI/NEDA 1604)
TRANSDUCER
Refer to associated Transducer manual.
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to associated Temperature Sensor manual
CURRENT OUTPUT ISOLATOR (Optional)
Model: » LIs-1 loop isolator
Input: » 4 - 20 mA dc (from MultiRanger Plus)
Output: » 4 - 20 mA dc into 600 ohm max
CABLING
Optional: » RG-62A/U coax
» max distance to electronics: 365 m (1200 ft)
» must be run in grounded metal conduit
Temperature Sensor: » Belden 8760, 2 wire shielded
» max distance to electronics: 365 m (1200 ft)
» can be run with transducer cable
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INSTALLATION
Installation shall only be performed by qualified personnel
and in accordance with local governing regulations.
MULTIRANGER PLUS
The MultiRanger Plus should be mounted in an area that is within the unit’s ambient
temperature range, and is suitable for the specified enclosure. The front cover should
be accessible for programming and viewing.
It is advisable to keep the MultiRanger Plus away from high voltage or current runs,
contactors and SCR control drives.
This product is susceptible to electrostatic shock.
Follow proper grounding procedures.
160 mm
(6.3")
131 mm
(5.1")
lid screws
(6 places)
97 mm
(3.8")
82 mm
(3.2")
240 mm
(9.5")programmer
228 mm
(9")
Suitable location for conduit entrances.
Milltronics recommends using
a punch for making holes
in enclosure.
lid
enclosure
customer mounting
screw
mounting holes
(accessed under lid
4.3 mm (0.17") dia.
4 places
OUTLINE AND MOUNTING
Non metallic enclosure does not provide grounding between conduit
connections. Use grounding type bushings and jumpers.
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optional isolator daughter board
motherboard
10 to 15V dc operation
12 V dc model
18 to 30V dc operation
24 V dc model
CIRCUIT BOARD LAYOUT
Relay contact terminals are for use with equipment having no accessible
live parts and wiring having insulation suitable for at least 250 V.
The maximum allowable working voltage between
adjacent relay contacts shall be 250 V.
Hazardous voltage present on transducer terminals during operation.
dc terminals shall be supplied from an SELV source in accordance
with IEC 1010-1 Annex H.
All field wiring must have insulation suitable for at least 250 V.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
- mA output, N12, sync, temp sensor circuits (ter. 1-7), 14-20 Awg., copper wire,
shielded
- Trans circuit (ter. 8-9), Coaxial cable RG - 62 A/U
- Relays, AC input circuit (ter. 10-28), 12-14 Awg., copper
- dc input (ter. 27-28), 14-20 Awg., copper wire, shielded
Recommended torque on terminal clamping screws, 5-7 in.lbs (0.56-0.79 Nm).
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drill for 1/2"
conduit hubs
(2 places)
4.732"3.291"
1.732"
1.586"
1.708" 1.043"
drill for 3/4"
conduit hub
(1 only)
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INTERCONNECTION
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Maximum system capability. Not all components or their maximum
quantity may be required.
INSTALLING THE TRANSDUCER
Refer to transducer manual for wiring details
Basic Wiring
black white /
shield
Differential Level - Basic Wiring
transducer
#2
transducer
#1
white /
shield black white /
shield
MultiRanger Plus
customer
device
Milltronics TS-3,
temperature sensor
(optional)
Milltronics
transducer,see
Specifications
customer alarm,
pump or control
device
mA output
relay output
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SELECTING TEMPERATURE SOURCE
CURRENT OUTPUT
to customer’s equipment
maximum loading 350 Ω
mA Output - GROUNDED
(additional to basic wiring)
Note : TB1-2 is internally
connected to electrical
ground TB1-26.
mA Output - FLOATING
(additional to basic wiring)
mA output wiring into floating input ONLY.
750 Ωmax. Do Not Ground!
board ‘B’
Integral Sensor TS-3 or Program
board ‘B’
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CURRENT OUTPUT ISOLATOR
If the isolator has not been factory installed, mount it on the upper left hand corner of
the motherboard using the two long machine screws provided. The input terminals of
the isolator are then connected to the motherboard output terminals,TB-1, using
twisted pair maximum 16 gauge wire.
Proper shielding and grounding are required in order to minimize noise levels that
could otherwise affect weak receiver signals by introducing false echoes.
The isolator enclosure is grounded by the mounting bolts to the motherboard. This
can be checked with an ohmmeter if a poor connection is suspected.
The isolator output wiring must be a shielded twisted pair. The shield must be
intact up to the isolator and the shield grounded at the isolator mounting screw
only. Do not ground shield at any other point as this will void isolation.
isolated 4 - 20 mA output wiring into 600 Ωmax
isolated 4 - 20 mA output wiring into 600 Ωmax
Keep shield intact up to output terminals.
Ground shield at screw ONLY!
mA Output - Optional Isolation
(additional to basic wiring)
Route output wiring
cable in separate
conduit, entering
enclosure as near as
possible to isolator.
Keep wiring as short
as possible. Do not
route cable along
terminal board.
TB1
Customer Wired
optional
LIs-1
isolator
TB1
Factory Wired
optional
LIs-1
isolator
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SYNCHRONIZATION
In applications where more than one MultiRanger Plus, up to a maximum of 8, are
going to be used or where their transducers will be sharing a common conduit,
synchronization is required. When synchronized, no MultiRanger Plus(s) will transmit
within 180 msec of the prior one(s).
To synchronize MultiRanger Plus’s, interconnect the SYNC terminals TB1-4 of all
motherboards and ensure that there is a common hydro ground interconnecting
all units.
To synchronize MultiRanger Plus’s and MultiRangers, interconnect the SYNC terminal
TB1-4 of the MultiRanger Plus to the SYNC terminal TB1-9 of the MultiRanger.
To synchronize more than 8 MultiRangers or MultiRangers with other Milltronics
ultrasonic level detection models (e.g. MicroRanger, AirRanger, etc...) consult
Milltronics or your distributor.
All units to be synchronized must be
interconnected by a common hydro ground.
Synchronization of 2 to 8 MultiRanger Plus’s
(additional to basic wiring)
MultiRanger Plus #1 MultiRanger Plus #2 to next MultiRanger Plus
Synchronization of 2 to 8 MultiRanger / MultiRanger Plus’s
(additional to basic wiring)
MulitRanger Plus MultiRanger
to next MultiRanger
TB1-9 or next
MultiRanger Plus
TB1-4
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POWER CONNECTIONS
AC Power
The equipment must be protected by a 15 A fuse or
circuit breaker in the building installation.
A circuit breaker or switch in the building installation, marked
as the disconnect switch, shall be in close proximity to the
equipment and within easy reach of the operator.
DC Power
Ground MultiRanger Plus (ac Power) via terminal 26 to proper
earth / ground. Ground dc model as required.
100 / 115 / 200 / 230 V
50 / 60 Hz 15 VA
select voltage via switch
12 V dc Model
10 to 15 V dc
24 V dc Model
18 to 30 V dc
VOLTAGE
SELECT
Switch shown in the ‘OFF’ position.
Select appropriate voltage.
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PROGRAMMER
In order to program the MultiRanger Plus, a programmer ( which has a magnetic back
plate ) must be placed into the front cover recess on the MultiRanger Plus. Be sure to
keep it away from objects such as floppy disks that are susceptible to damage from
magnetic fields.
A programmer need not be ordered with each unit.
Check your order if you think that the programmer is missing.
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