Onicon F-5000 Operating instructions

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F-5000 View Software
Installation and Operation Guide
10-16
2032-1 / 107050 Rev B
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Flow and Energy Measurement

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Flow and Energy Measurement
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beyond the procedures given herein, contact the factory at:
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F-5000 View
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Table Of Contents
F-5000 View™
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction Page 5
2. Installation Page 6
3. Operation Page 9
a. Main Screen Page 9
b. Charts Settings Page 11
c. Configure Page 13
d. Data Logger Page 19
e. Simulation Mode Page 21
f. Zero CAL-CHECK®Test Page 23
g. Zero CAL-CHECK®Certificate Page 23
4. Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations Page 26
5. Index Page 27
F-5000 View

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F-5000 View
INTRODUCTION
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Introduction
To ensure correct use of the software, please read this manual thoroughly.
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for any such harm owing to any defects in the product which were not predictable, or for any indirect
damages.
Safety Precautions:
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of installation, operation,
service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific WARNINGS
given elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of
the product . ONICON Incorporated assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
requirements. If this product is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection provided by
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Model F-5000 series Thermal Gas Mass Flow meter
from ONICON. An extensive engineering effort has been invested to deliver advanced
features, accuracy measurement performance, and outstanding reliability.
The F-5000 View software allows users to easily display data and configure the
F-5000 to their specific application parameters. Then, log flow/temperature data to an
Excel file.
Note: For the Model F-5500 flow meter only, the software can also access the
Calibration Validation diagnostic function using the Zero CAL-CHECK®test.
This Manual contains the installation and operation instructions for the F-5000 View
Software.
This manual is divided into the following sections: Introduction, Installation, Operation,
Glossary and Index.
Introduction
Introduction
F-5000 View
INSTALLATION

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Fig. 2.2: F-5000 View Software Icon
Installation
Open the enclosure of your F-5000 series flow meter as instructed in your meter's
instruction manual. Connect the flow meter to a PC or laptop using the mini USB port
(type A, mini cable). If the PC is connected to the Internet and running Windows
7/8™, the PC will try to automatically load the VCP driver. If the driver does not load
automatically, download the VCP driver at:
www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
Note: The latest version of the F-5000 View software is available for download at www.
onicon.com/5500 or www.onicon.com/5400.
Fig. 2.1: Online Download Location for F-5000 View™ Software
F-5000 View
INSTALLATION
Installation
Installation
Installation

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To install the F-5000 View program, run the "F-5000View_V#.##-setup.exe" file that
is located in the sub-folder of the downloaded file. After clicking "Next" the screen will
show:
Select the folder in which you wish to install F-5000 View, then click "Install".
When the program is done installing, you may exit, then restart your computer.
Note: The F-5000 View software will automatically detect the model type (F-5500 or
F-5400).
Note: Some features that are available on the F-5500 will not be available for the
F-5400 and will not appear as options to configure using this software program.
Installation
F-5000 View
INSTALLATION
Installation

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COM Port Assignment
Be sure to have your F-5000 series flow meter connected by mini USB to a PC or
laptop before opening the F-5000 View software. Upon opening F-5000 View for the
first time, Windows will assign a "virtual COM port". The COM port number that has
been assigned will appear automatically in the drop down box.
If the correct COM Port does not appear, go to Control Panel/Device Manager and click
on Ports (COM & LPT). The COM port number should be displayed under the USB
symbol.
If prompted, enter the assigned COM port in F-5000 View by using the drop down
menu and press OK.
Note: The flow meter must be plugged into the computer in order for the system to
register it.
Fig. 2.3: COM Port Selection Window
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Operation: Main Screen
Main Screen
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Installation
COM Port
Assignment

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F-5500
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Main Screen
The image below depicts the main screen that appears upon entering F-5000 View.
Fig. 3.1: F-5000 View ™ Main Screen
Note: Data on the screen is refreshed at user selected update rate. See p. 11 for
more information on setting up Charts.
Charts Button
This calls up two charts that can be configured for either temperature or flow. Each
chart can be individually enlarged and rescaled from the original default settings. For
more information on how to change the charts settings, refer to "Operation: Chart
Settings" on page 11.
Note: It can be set for either automatic or manual scaling.
Operation: Main Screen
Main Screen
F-5000 View
OPERATION

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F-5000 View
OPERATION
Charts
Settings
Model F-5000
Operation: Main Screen
Main Screen Data Log
This function allows all selected data to be logged to an Excel file at the specified
sample time. All readings are time/date stamped. For more information on using the
Data Logger function, refer to "Operation: Data Logger" on page 20.
Configure
This allows the operator to go in and set the application parameters. This can be done
either via the F-5000 View software or manually via the instrument's display. For more
information on configuring application parameters, refer to "Operation: Configure" on
page 13.
Simulation
This function can be used to verify that all the flow meter outputs are working properly.
The easiest way to perform this check is to enter a specific temperature/flow rate. The
corresponding analog outputs can be verified using a DMM and using a watch for the
pulse. Refer to Page 21 for more information on how to use the Simulation function.
Zero CAL-CHECK® (available only on Model F-5500)
The Zero CAL-CHECK®calibration validation test can be performed while the unit is
still in the pipe (if a no flow condition can be established) or out of the pipe when zero
flow cannot be established. Zero CAL-CHECK®does the following:
• Checks for build-up on sensor that could affect calibration
• Further validates the zero stability of the meter
• Checks thermal conductivity (heat transfer) repeatability of the sensor
The Zero CAL-CHECK®calibration validation test is explained in greater detail on p.
23.
Note: Zero CAL-CHECK will not show up as an option for the Model F-5400.
Alarms
The unit can be configured for high/low alarms for either flow or temperature. The
"alarms window" displays any alarms or warnings.
Exit
Exit the application

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Charts Settings
From the main menu screen, click on "Charts". Two charts, one for flow and the other
for temperature, will appear side-by-side.
Fig. 3.2: Chart Settings Window - Charts 1 and 2
Each chart can be selected for flow, temperature or total flow and scaled in one of
three ways: a plus/minus percent scale, inputting min/max values manually, or real-
time automatic scaling.
Operation: Chart Settings
Charts
Settings
F-5000 View
OPERATION

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Save Setting
The user can save any new chart settings on the main page window. These settings
can then be closed by clicking on the "X" at the top right corner of the window.
Parameters
All meter operating parameters can easily be selected for charting: flow, temperature
or total flow.
Total Points
The total points specifies the number of points plotted on the graph. Older data is
automatically omitted.
Update Rate
The update rate controls the data refresh rate.
Percent (%) Scale
This sets the scale to a plus/minus specified percentage from the initial measured
value. Typically, the minimum/maximum is scaled at plus/minus 10% of that initial
value.
Manual Chart Setting
The Manual mode allows a user to input min/max values for chart scaling. When
entering new values, press enter for them to take effect.
Automatic Chart Setting
Automatic mode lets the program adjust the scaling on a real-time basis based on the
entire range of values.
Congure
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Operation: Chart Settings
Charts
Settings

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Configure
From the main menu, click on the "Configure" button and enter the requested password
for either Level I (1234) or Level II (9111) access.
Fig. 3.3: Password Window
Note: Most users will only need access to the Level I screen to do basic setting of
units, alarms and output scaling.
F-5000 View software is an intuitive program that automatically recognizes meter
model and configuration that determines which of the following screens will appear.
Operation: Configure
Congure
F-5000 View
OPERATION

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1. This field will show the firmware version for your model type of meter (F-5400 or
F-5500)
2. The Password Level will show whether the user has entered a Level 1 or Level 2
password. Not all parameters may be accessed at a Level 1 password.
3. This section will only show for a Model F-5500. The F-5400 does not come with a
display
4. This field will display the gas that the flow meter has been calibrated to measure.
5. The pulse settings will only show on a flow meter that has been ordered with the
Pulse Option.
6. The "Save/Restore Parameter" options are not available using a Level 1 password.
7. The serial communication settings can be accessed by clicking on the "Serial COM
Settings" button. The serial communication settings will only show on a flow meter
that has been ordered with either the HART or MODBUS/BACnet communication
options.
Unit Select
The "Unit Select" section is used to change the desired units in the flow rate,
temperature and reference pressure parameters.
Fig. 3.4: Level II Configuration Screen - Password Levels and Options
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Unit Select
Operation: Configure
Congure
Options

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Process Properties
Pipe Inner Diameter (ID): The pipe inner diameter can be entered in either
inches or millimeters, depending on whether the flow or mass measurement units
selected are metric or US standard. Once entered, the program will automatically
recalculate the pipe cross-sectional area for the velocity/flow calculations. A
precise ID is required to ensure accurate flow measurement.
Cut-off: A gas flow rate at - or below - the cut-off setting will cause the meter to
read zero.
Filter: Changing this value will increase or decrease the damping of the flow rate
reading. Increase the setting to increase damping. The default setting is 0.8 (see
F-5000 Manual for more details).
Serial Numbers: Serial numbers of the meter, the main board, bridge and sensor
(factory set).
Display (F-5500 only)
With the top four drop-down boxes, the user can choose the data to display. By
selecting "Alternate", the screen automatically switches between the data screens.
Alarm Limits
Users can set both high and low alarms for both flow and temperature. When a limit
is reached, an alarm message is displayed and the digital output is activated. The
digital output can be used to control an external buzzer, light or other device to alert the
operator.
Analog 4 to 20 mA
The F-5500 and F-5400 have one analog 4 to 20 mA output that is configurable for
either flow or temperature. Though the F-5500 and F-5400 are scaled for the specific
application at the factory, F-5000 View allows the operator to easily re-scale the 4 to
20 mA output as needed.
Process Variables
Flow: Current flow rate in selected units
Total: Cumulative mass or volume flow in selected units
Velocity: Flow velocity
Temperature: Gas temperature (Fahrenheit or Celsius)
CSV: Current sense voltage
Elapsed Time: Time since the Totalizer was reset
Operation: Configure
Process
Properties
Analog 4 to
20 mA
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Display
Alarm Limits
Process
Variables

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Select an existing file to overwrite or a new file name and then press OK. A
confirmation window will be shown.
Note: This feature is only accessed with a Level II password.
Reference Conditions
Reference temperature and pressure are the standard (or normal) temperature and
pressure (STP) for which the flow rate is calculated.
Digital Output Select
This selection configures the F-5000 digital output for either pulses (counts) or an
alarm output.
Pulse Output Scaling
If the pulse (counts) output is selected, the pulse scaling can be programmed three
different ways using the menu "Pulse Output Configuration".
• Units per Pulse (example: 10SCF/Pulse)
• Maximum flow and maximum frequency
• Pulses per Unit
Note: If RS485 option has been ordered on a F-5500 meter, the Pulse option is not
available.
Save Current Configuration to File
The current configuration parameters are saved to a text file.
Fig. 3.5: Save Current Configuration to File Window
Save Current
Conguration
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Operation: Configure
Reference
Conditions
Digital Output
Select
Pulse Output
Scaling

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Fig. 3.6: Confirmation of Saved Configuration Window
Recall Configuration to File
This allows the operator to recall an existing configuration file.
Note: This feature is only accessed with a Level II password.
Operation: Configure
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Recall
Conguration

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Note: MODBUS and BACnet are only available on a F-5500 meter configured for RS485
Modbus RTU and BACnet MS/TP.
Serial COM Settings
Use this function to set the serial communication settings for any of the optional
F-5000 bus communication boards.
Fig. 3.7: Select Serial Communication Window - MODBUS
Fig. 3.8: Select Serial Communication Window - BACnet
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Operation: Configure
Serial COM
Settings

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Fig. 3.9: Select Serial Communication Window - HART
Operation: Configure
F-5000 View
OPERATION

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Select the sample time from the drop down menu, and then select the required data
from the Data Selection list. Select or create a name for the Excel file and then press
the "Start Data Logging" button.
Fig. 3.11: Data Logger Window - Logging Turned On
When "Start Data Logging" is pressed, the data is recorded in the specified Excel file
- and also displayed in the Data Logged window. Pressing "Stop Data Logging" ends
data acquisition.
Data Logger
The Data Logger screen can be accessed from the main screen. Clicking the "Data
Logger" function will prompt the user for a password. Enter a Level I or Level II
password and the Data Logger window will appear.
Fig. 3.10: Data Logger Window - Logging Turned Off
F-5000 View
OPERATION
Operation: Data Logger
Data Logger