PEMTECH Ultra 1000 Series User manual

Ultra 1000
Wireless Gas Detector
Toxic and Combustible Hydrocarbons
Gas Detection Technology
Pem-Tech, Inc.
Houston, Texas
U.S.A.
www.pem-tech.com
Operator’s Manual
August 2016
Rev 2

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NOTICE
PEM-TECH INCORPORATED SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS MADE HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Pem-Tech, Incorporated warrants all the equipment to be free from defects in workmanship and material.
The products will operate in conformance with the published specifications when subjected to intended
and proper usage for the period of one (1) year from the date of shipment.
The warranty provides only the benefits specified and does not cover defects which result from acts
beyond the control of PEM-TECH including, but not limited to: damage by accident, negligence,
tampering, or failure to operate in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Operations Manual.
PEM-TECH’s liability under no circumstances will exceed replacement of the unit claimed to be defective.
Tampering with the equipment and altering it for uses other than the intended use or replacement of
parts not supplied by the company, shall immediately void and cancel all the warranties with respect to
the affected products.
The warranties specified herein are in lieu of any and all other warranties, express or implied. In no
event, whether as a result of breach of warranty or alleged negligence, shall PEM-TECH be liable for
special or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, loss of profits or revenue, loss of
equipment or down time costs.

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SERVICE POLICY
Pem-Tech has service facility at the factory. For all the repairs contact at our toll free number 1-800-
379-3894 or visit our website www.pem-tech.com
For all repairs call us for a Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Inform us briefly the
nature of the problem and obtain shipping address. Properly pack the equipment before shipping.
Also include your complete shipping address and contact name and phone number.
For non-warranty repairs you must provide the limit to repair costs. State if a quote for repair cost
is required before you can authorize the repair cost. For this an additional charge may be
applicable.
NOTE:
1. For all the repairs under warranty, serial number must be legible on the items being repaired.
2. Shipping point is FOB Houston.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page #
1.0 Specifications ………………………………………………… 5
2.0 Overview …………………………………………………….. 6
3.0 Setting up Wireless Detectors ………………………………. 7
3.1 Installing Detectors …………………………………. 7
3.2 Installing Batteries ……………………………………. 7
3.3 Power up Wireless Detectors ………………………….. 9
3.4 Programming Sensor Address and Zone ID …………… 10
4.0 Sensor Calibration ……………………………………………… 12
4.1 Adjusting Sensor Zero Only………………………………. 14
4.2 Calibration Errors and trouble shooting …………………. 16
4.3 Calibration Flow Chart ……………………………………. 17
5.0 Maintenance
5.1 Battery (Power) Pak …………………………………….. 18
5.2 Recharging batteries ……………………………………. 19
5.3 Replacing Sensor head assembly ……………………… 20
6Calibration Accessories and spare parts …………………………. 22

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1.0 Specifications
Sensor Specifications
Sensor
Range
Response Time
H
2
S
0 – 100 ppm
T90 < 30 sec
CO
0 – 100 ppm
T90 < 30 sec
NH
3
0 – 50 ppm
T90 < 50 sec
O
2
0 – 25 %
T90 < 15 sec
SO
2
0 – 50 ppm
T90 < 120 sec
Contact Factory for other sensors.
Enclosure
Copper free Aluminum Instrument enclosure
CSA / UL / ATEX / IECEx Approved for Class I Division 1
Detector Housing
316 Stainless Steel
Weight & Dimension
4.5 Lbs ( 2Kg); 12”H x 6”W x 3.5”H (30.5cm x 15cm x 9cm)
Display
8 Character x 2 Line LCD Display
RF Frequency
900 MHz ISM Band, Frequency Hopping
OR
2.4 GHz ISM Band, frequency hopping wide band modulator
IEEE 802.15.4 Compliant
RF Certifications
FCC Part 15.247 USA
4214A 1208 Canada
ETSI Europe (2.4 GHz Only)
Operating Range
1500 meters with dipole antenna line of sight
12 Km with High gain Yagi directional antenna
Power Input
7.2 Volts rechargeable Lithium Power Pak
Battery Charger
(purchased separately)
Universal Wall mount charger with 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm jack.
Rated Output: 12VDC @ 3 AH
Operating Temperature
-40º F to +122º F (-40º C to +50º C) for H
2
S (LT Series Detector Heads)
-4º F to +140º F (-20º C to +60º C) for H2S (EX Series Detector Heads)
-4º F to +131º F (-20º C to +55º C) for CO, SO2 & Oxygen
-40º F to +104º F (-40º C to +50º C) for Ammonia

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2.0 Overview
Ultra1000 series wireless sensor is used for air quality monitoring. The sensor detects toxic or
combustible gas in air and sends the signal to a Gas Monitor / Controller over a wireless data
network. A complete data packet is transmitted to the wireless controller (or receiver). The data
packet includes the current gas reading, sensor diagnostic data and battery voltage. The data
transmit interval depends on the current gas concentration. This interval is typically 1.5 to 2
seconds when the sensor is reading any gas. The data transmit interval is longer if the sensor is
in normal operation and there is no gas being detected by the sensor. This transmit interval is
optimized in order to maximize the battery life.
Figure
1. Wireless Sensor -Overview

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3.0 Setting up Wireless Detectors
3.1 Installing Detector
Mount the detector to a flat surface or on a pole using pole mount kit. A tripod is also
available for a free standing detector unit. When mounting to a wall or flat surface use
proper hardware to have at least 4-5 inches between the wall and the sensor enclosure.
This is to have a sufficient gap between the antenna and the wall so that the radio signal
is not bouncing back and forth between the antenna and the wall.
Standard Pole Mount bracket or U-Bolt can also be used to mount the sensor.
3.2 Installing batteries
Note: Batteries are shipped separate from the wireless sensors.
To install the battery remove the cover of the sensor enclosure and the transmitter board
packed inside. Remove the 2 thumb screws and the flat battery holding plate from the
long posts mounted inside the enclosure.
Notice 2 each stand offs ( alignment posts) on the circuit board inside. When placing the
battery inside the enclosure the alignment posts should be in-line with the holes on the
bottom of the battery pack. This way the connector will properly snap into the receptacle
on the battery pack.
DO NOT wiggle the battery pack and apply excessive force to push the battery.

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Once the battery pack in place
secure it with the flat holding pate
and 2 each thumb screws on the
mounting posts.
Install transmitter board assembly
on top of the battery pack. There
are two (2) each gold threaded
inserts on top of the battery pack. Engage
thumb screws on the transmitter board into
these inserts.
Connect the ribbon cable to the side of the
transmitter board assembly as shown in
figure 1

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3.3 Power Up Wireless Detectors
First Time Detector Power Up
The detectors from the factory are shipped without batteries installed. Install the battery pack as
explained in previous section. Connect the ribbon cable to the transmitter board.
Power On / OFF Detectors:
Place the magnetic wand on top of the sensor enclosure to activate the internal power
switch. If needed move the magnet slightly left and right (between 11 and 1 O’ Clock
positions) to activate the switch. Remove the magnet when sensor startup messages
appear on the LCD.
See Figure 2.
To shut down the detectors when not in use place and hold the magnet on top of the enclosure
just like in power On mode for few seconds. Detector will display shut down message and will
shut down the power from the batteries in 5 seconds.
Figure
2. Sensor Power ON/Off with internal Magnetic Switch

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3.3 Programming Sensor Address & Zone/Network ID
Initially the sensor must be assigned with a sensor Address (Unit ID) and Network / Zone ID. The
sensor address and zone id needs to be programmed only once. The data is retained in a non-
volatile memory and is not lost when the detector is powered down. Address and ID are recalled
from the memory when the unit is powered up again.
Note: The addresses to each sensor are assigned at the factory when a complete system is shipped.
However, when a single replacement sensor is purchased then user must assign the address to the
sensor.
In order for the detector to communicate with PT2000 Series Control Monitor or gateway each
sensor must be assigned a unique address. The sensor uses this address to identify itself when
transmitting data to the monitor/Gateway over wireless network. Network / Zone ID must also
be set. Network ID for all detectors must be the same as the Controllers Network ID. Network ID
is used to avoid any crosstalk between devices if multiple Systems are used within the
communication range of each other.
Follow the step by step instruction to assign a unique address to the sensor.
1. Using the magnet supplied with the unit, activate the internal magnetic switch. Refer to
figure 3 for the position of the Edit Configuration switch.
The switch is located on the transmitter board at 4 o’clock position. See Figure 3
2. The detector displays the list of parameters available for modifications one at a time on the
LCD.
Edit
Config
Set
Address.
Set
Zone ID
Exit ?
Set a unique address of the
detector. Address set between 1 and
64
Address
1
Zone ID
0 Set Zone Id between 0 and 9
Select to exit the configuration
menu. Else menu will scroll back
on top of menu