Pulsar Measurement Ultra 3 User manual

Ultra 3
Instruction Manual

2
Ultra 3 (FIFTH EDITION REV 1)
April 2021
Part Number M-170-3-005-1P
COPYRIGHT
© Pulsar Measurement, 2005 -21. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be
reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any
language in any form without the written permission of Pulsar Process Measurement Limited.
WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
Pulsar Measurement guarantee for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery that it will
either exchange or repair any part of this product returned to Pulsar Process Measurement
Limited if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship, subject to the defect not being
due to unfair wear and tear, misuse, modification or alteration, accident, misapplication, or
negligence.
DISCLAIMER
Pulsar Measurement neither gives nor implies any process guarantee for this product and shall
have no liability in respect of any loss, injury or damage whatsoever arising out of the
application or use of any product or circuit described herein.
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of this documentation, but Pulsar Measurement
cannot be held liable for any errors.
Pulsar Measurement operates a policy of constant development and improvement and reserves
the right to amend technical details, as necessary.
The Ultra 3 shown on the cover of this manual is used for illustrative purposes only and may not
be representative of the actual Ultra 3 supplied.
CONTACT
For technical support, please contact:
Europe: [e-mail]
Outside Europe: [e-mail]
If you have any comments or suggestions about this product, please contact:
Europe: [e-mail]
Outside Europe: [e-mail]
Pulsar Measurement website: www.pulsarmeasurement.com
United States
11451 Belcher Road South
Largo,
FL 33773
888-473-9546
Canada
16456 Sixsmith Drive
Long Sault, Ont.
K0C 1P0
855-300-9151
United Kingdom
Cardinal Building, Enigma
Commercial Centre
Sandy’s Road, Malvern
WR14 1JJ
00 44 (0)1684 891371

3
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Start Here… ...........................................................................................................8
About this Manual ...............................................................................................................8
About the Ultra 3..................................................................................................................9
Functional Description ....................................................................................................10
How to use this Manual.................................................................................................. 11
Product Specification....................................................................................................... 12
EU Certificate of Conformity......................................................................................... 14
Chapter 2 Ultra 3 Installation............................................................................................15
Unpacking............................................................................................................................ 15
Power Supply Requirements.........................................................................................15
Location ................................................................................................................................16
Dimensions .......................................................................................................................... 17
Wall Mount..........................................................................................................................17
Fascia Mount.......................................................................................................................19
Rack and Panel...................................................................................................................21
Terminal connection details..........................................................................................23
Power ..................................................................................................................................... 25
Transducer ........................................................................................................................... 25
ATEX ....................................................................................................................................... 25
Voltage selector and fuse location............................................................................. 26
Preparation for Operation ............................................................................................. 30
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 30
Chapter 3 How To Use Your Ultra 3 ............................................................................... 31
Operating the Controls................................................................................................... 31
Run Mode............................................................................................................................. 32
Program Mode...................................................................................................................33
How to Access Program Mode....................................................................................33
Hot Keys................................................................................................................................35
Menu Keys ........................................................................................................................... 36
Numeric Keys...................................................................................................................... 36
Using the Menu System .................................................................................................37

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
4
Directly Editing Parameters........................................................................................... 38
Test Mode ............................................................................................................................ 39
Using the Serial Interface............................................................................................... 40
Parameter Defaults........................................................................................................... 42
Chapter 4 Ultra Wizard........................................................................................................43
Enter Program Mode .......................................................................................................43
Choose Ultra Wizard ........................................................................................................ 43
Level/Volume......................................................................................................................44
Pump...................................................................................................................................... 44
Flow ........................................................................................................................................ 45
Chapter 5 Level / Volume................................................................................................... 46
Quick Setup ......................................................................................................................... 48
Example 1 Level Monitoring with Alarms................................................................ 52
Example 2 Level Monitoring and Control (up or down) .................................... 54
Example 3 Volume Application....................................................................................56
Chapter 6 Pump ..................................................................................................................... 59
Quick Setup Menu ............................................................................................................ 61
Example 1 Level Monitoring with Alarms................................................................ 64
Example 2 Sump Control (pump down)...................................................................66
Example 3 Reservoir Control (pump down)............................................................68
Chapter 7 Flow........................................................................................................................ 70
Exponential Devices ......................................................................................................... 76
Calculations ......................................................................................................................... 79
BS3680 Flumes (P700 = 2).............................................................................................83
Rectangular Flume Calculations .................................................................................. 84
U-Throated Flume Calculations................................................................................... 85
Example 2 BS3680 U-Throated Flume ......................................................................86
BS3680 Weirs (P700 = 3)................................................................................................88
Rectangular Weir Calculations.....................................................................................88
V-Notch Weir Calculations............................................................................................89
BS3680 Rectangular Broad Crested Weir ................................................................92

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
5
Rectangular Broad Crested Weir Calculations....................................................... 92
Special Devices...................................................................................................................93
Palmer Bowlus and H-Flume Calculations .............................................................. 94
V-Notch Angle Weir (Non-BS 3680) Calculations................................................ 95
Universal Calculations (P700=6).................................................................................. 95
Chapter 8 Parameter Guide ............................................................................................... 96
Menu System ...................................................................................................................... 96
Top Level Menu ................................................................................................................. 96
Application Menu.............................................................................................................. 97
Relays Menu........................................................................................................................ 98
Data Logs Menu ................................................................................................................ 99
Volume: Available when Ultra Wizard = Volume..............................................100
OCM: Available when Ultra Wizard = OCM ........................................................101
Display Menu....................................................................................................................102
mA Output Menu............................................................................................................103
Compensation Menu .....................................................................................................103
Stability Menu ..................................................................................................................104
Echo Processing Menu..................................................................................................104
System Menu ....................................................................................................................105
Device Comm Menu ......................................................................................................106
Test Menu ..........................................................................................................................107
Application Parameters.................................................................................................108
Operation ...........................................................................................................................108
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................109
Relay Parameters.............................................................................................................112
Alarms..................................................................................................................................113
General Control................................................................................................................117
Pumps..................................................................................................................................118
Control.................................................................................................................................122
Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................................124

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
6
Common Relay parameters.........................................................................................126
Data Log parameters .....................................................................................................126
Totaliser Audits ................................................................................................................126
Temperature......................................................................................................................127
Volume ................................................................................................................................128
Conversion.........................................................................................................................128
Breakpoints........................................................................................................................133
Tables...................................................................................................................................134
OCM Parameters .............................................................................................................135
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................139
Calculations .......................................................................................................................144
Breakpoints........................................................................................................................145
Tables...................................................................................................................................145
Average Flow ....................................................................................................................145
Display Parameters.........................................................................................................146
Options................................................................................................................................146
Failsafe.................................................................................................................................147
Auxiliary...............................................................................................................................148
Totaliser...............................................................................................................................149
mA Output Parameters.................................................................................................151
Range...................................................................................................................................151
Operation ...........................................................................................................................152
Setpoint...............................................................................................................................152
mA Limits............................................................................................................................153
mA Trim ..............................................................................................................................153
mA Failsafe.........................................................................................................................154
Compensation Parameters..........................................................................................155
Offset....................................................................................................................................155
Temperature......................................................................................................................155
Velocity................................................................................................................................156
Stability Parameters .......................................................................................................157

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
7
Damping.............................................................................................................................157
Indicator..............................................................................................................................157
Rate.......................................................................................................................................157
Filters....................................................................................................................................158
Echo Processing Parameters.......................................................................................159
Transducer Status............................................................................................................159
DATEM Parameters.........................................................................................................161
System Parameters .........................................................................................................162
Passcode.............................................................................................................................162
Backup.................................................................................................................................162
System Information........................................................................................................163
Date & Time ......................................................................................................................164
LED Colour .........................................................................................................................164
Watchdog...........................................................................................................................165
Daylight Saving Time.....................................................................................................166
Device Comm. ..................................................................................................................170
RS232 Set Up ....................................................................................................................170
RS 485 Set Up...................................................................................................................170
Remote Alarm...................................................................................................................171
Test Parameters ...............................................................................................................173
Simulation ..........................................................................................................................173
Hardware ............................................................................................................................174
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting..............................................................................................176
Chapter 10 Disposal............................................................................................................177
Notes ........................................................................................................................................178

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
8
CHAPTER 1: START HERE…
Congratulations on your purchase of a Pulsar Ultra 3. This quality system has
been developed over many years and represents the latest in high
technology ultrasonic level measurement and control.
It has been designed to give you years of trouble-free performance, and a
few minutes spent reading this operating manual will ensure that your
installation is as simple as possible.
About this Manual
It is important that this manual is referred to for correct installation and
operation. There are various parts of the manual that offer additional help
or information as shown.
Tips
TIP: Look for this icon throughout your Pulsar Measurement manual to
find helpful information and answers to frequently asked questions .
Additional Information
References
See Also
References to other parts of the manual.
Additional Information
At various parts of the manual, you will find sections
like this that explain specific things in more detail.

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
9
About the Ultra 3
Ultra 3 is a brand-new concept in ultrasonic level measurement. Within its
memory are all the functions and settings of three different and separate
ultrasonic devices.
The Ultra 3 does not offer a multiple range of functions blended together
which lead to complicated calibration and a compromise to the specification,
Ultra 3 is the first ever system to offer the ability to dedicate the functionality
of the unit to any of three specific duties i.e. level or volume measurement,
pump control, or flow measurement.
The benefits are many but most importantly the unit provides:
1. A most versatile system which is quickly configurable to offer anyone
three separate functions within seconds. Ideal for simplicity of purchase and
off the shelf spares.
2. A totally dedicated device with the ability to perform all aspects of the
task required i.e. no compromise in specification.
3. Easy to set up using the unique “Quick Set Up” Menu. To calibrate, first
set the Ultra Wizard for the desired task, and then refer to the relevant
chapter in this manual that relates to your application:
Chapter 5 for Level or Volume,
Chapter 6 for Pump Control
Chapter 7 for Flow

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
10
Functional Description
Ultra 3 sends a transmit pulse to the transducer, which emits an ultrasonic
pulse perpendicular to the transducer face, and the returned echo is sent
back to the Ultra 3. The time taken to receive the echo is measured and the
distance from the transducer face to the surface being monitored is
calculated.
Ultra 3 can measure from zero to 40m from the face of the transducer to the
surface being monitored, dependent on the application chosen and
transducer used.
The relays can be programmed to activate alarms, pump starters, or other
control equipment. There is an isolated 4-20 mA output that can be
connected to a recorder or PLC, to monitor, depending on application
chosen, level, space, distance, OCM head, OCM flow or volume,
independently from that shown on the display. There is an RS232 port, so
that the Ultra 3 can be operated remotely by a PC or other equipment.
Ultra 3 can be programmed either by the built-in keypad (standard on all
wall and fascia units), or by PC via the RS 232 Serial Interface (optional). The
optional rack and panel mounted units are programmed with the Remote
Communicator, and one Communicator can program many Pulsar Ultra 3
units. All parameters are stored in non-volatile memory, so are retained in
the event of power interruption. A second backup copy of all parameters can
also be retained in the Ultra 3 memory, in case an alternative set of
parameters needs to be stored.
Three user definable control relays with individual setpoints and intelligent
performance logging software features ensure maximum control versatility.
The system utilises the unique DATEM software (Digital Adaptive Tracking of
Echo Movement). This is a proven digital mapping technique developed
especially for the Pulsar Ultra range, which gives the system unequalled
ability when identifying the “true target level” in the face of competing
echoes from pipes, pumps or other obstructions. Coupled with the powerful,
long-range abilities of the ‘all new’ dB transducer range, the Ultra 3 lives up
to its reputation as the most reliable ultrasonic level measurement system
available.
The Pulsar Ultra 3 ultrasonic level controller has been designed to provide
maintenance-free fit and forget performance.

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
11
How to use this Manual
1. Read the installation and operating instructions contained in,
Chapters 2 and 3, carefully, they are applicable in every use of this
product.
2. Decide which “task” you wish your Ultra 3 to perform for you and
then configure the unit using “Ultra Wizard” as described in
Chapter 4.
3. Move directly to the appropriate chapter of this manual, as listed
below, for details on how to program Ultra 3 using the “Quick Set
Up” Menu.
CHAPTER
DUTY / TASK
Chapter 5 Level/Volume
Measurement of Level or Volume
Chapter 6 Pump
Control of Pumps
Chapter 7 Flow
Measurement of Open Channel Flow

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
12
Product Specification
PHYSICAL
Wall Mount outside Dimensions
188 x 160 x 107 mm (7.4 x 6.3 x 4.21”)
Weight
Nominal 1kg
Enclosure Material/Description
Polycarbonate flame resistant to UL94-5V
Cable entry detail
8 cable entry knockouts, 1 x M16, 3 x M20 underside,
4 x 18mm dia (PG11) at rear.
Fascia Mount outside
dimensions
200 x 112 x 108mm (7.87 x 4.4 x 4.25”)
Weight
1.3kg
Enclosure material/description
Stainless steel back, Polycarbonate UL94-V0 front and
bezel
Rack Mount
10HP x 160mm (6.3”) deep x 3U (128.5mm / 5.05”)
high
Enclosure/material description
Aluminium frame
Panel mount
72 wide x 144 high x 176mm deep (2.83 x 5.67 x 6.93”)
Transducer Cable Extensions
2-core screened
Maximum Separation
1000m (3,280 ft), 500m (1,640 ft) for mmWave
ENVIRONMENTAL
IP Rating (Wall)
IP65
IP Rating (Fascia)
IP64
Optional IP rated panel mount
IP65
Max. & min. temperature
(electronics)
-20 ºC to +50 ºC
Flammable atmosphere approval
Safe area: compatible with approved dB transducers
(see transducer spec' sheet)
CE Approval
See EU Declaration of Conformity
PERFORMANCE
Accuracy
0.25% of the measured range or 6 mm (whichever is
greater). mmWAVE ± 2mm.
Resolution
0.1% of the measured range or 2 mm (whichever is
greater)
Max. Range
Dependant on transducer (maximum 40m dB40)
Min. Range
Dependent upon application and transducer
(minimum zero dB Mach3)
Rate Response
Fully adjustable

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
13
ECHO PROCESSING
Description
DATEM (Digital Adaptive Tracking of Echo Movement)
OUTPUTS
Analogue I/O
Isolated (floating) output (to 150V) of 4-20 mA or 0-20
mA into 500(user programmable and adjustable)
0.1% resolution
Digital output
Full Duplex RS232
Volt free contacts, number, and
rating
3 form "C" (SPDT) rated at 5A at 240V AC
Display
6 digits plus 12-character text, plus bar graph with
direction indicators, remote communicator identifier,
and program/run/test mode indicators
PROGRAMMING
On-board programming
By integral keypad
PC programming
Via RS232
Remote programming (Rack and
panel option only
By optional infra-red communicator
Programming security
Via passcode (user selectable and adjustable)
Programmed data integrity
Via non-volatile RAM, plus backup
SUPPLY
Power Supply
115VAC +5% / -10% 50/60 Hz,
230VAC + 5% / -10% 50/60 Hz,
dc 18 - 30V
10W maximum power (typically 6W)
Fuses
100mA at 230V AC (fitted as standard to wall units)
200mA at 115V AC (fitted as standard to fascia units)
ECHO PROCESSING
Batteries
2 x AA alkaline batteries. Do not use NiCad’s
Pulsar Measurement operates a policy of constant development and
improvement and reserve the right to amend technical details, as necessary.

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
14
EU Certificate of Conformity

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
15
CHAPTER 2 ULTRA 3 INSTALLATION
Unpacking
Power Supply Requirements
Ultra 3 can operate from AC supply or from a DC battery. The AC is either
115V +5%/-10% 50/60Hz or 230V +5%/-10% 50/60Hz, depending on the
position of the selector switch. The DC is 18-30V. In all cases the Ultra 3 will
typically consume 6W of power, with a maximum of 10W.
Important Information
All shipping cartons should be opened carefully. When using a box cutter, do not
plunge the blade deeply into the box, as it could potentially cut or scratch
equipment components. Carefully remove equipment from each carton,
checking it against the packing list before discarding any packing material. If
there is any shortage or obvious shipping damage to the equipment, report it
immediately to Pulsar Process Measurement Limited.

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
16
Location
The Ultra 3 must be mounted in a non-hazardous (safe) area, and the
transducer fitted in the hazardous area
When choosing a location to mount the enclosure, bear in mind the
following:
•Ensure that the Ultra 3 is installed in a “Safe”, non-hazardous area.
•For a clear view of the LCD display, it is recommended that it is
mounted at eye level.
•The mounting surface is to be vibration free.
•The ambient temperature is between -20°C and 50°C.
•There should be no high voltage cables or inverters nearby,
Important Information
All electronic products are susceptible to electrostatic shock, so follow proper
grounding procedures during installation.

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
17
Dimensions
Wall Mount
The dimensions of the wall fixing holes are as shown below:
The Ultra 3 should be mounted by drilling three holes suitable for size 8
screws (length to suit your application) and fixing the top screw in place.
Hang the unit on this and fix the two remaining screws by removing the
terminals access cover to access the pre-drilled holes.
117 mm
151 mm

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
18
The full dimensions of the enclosure are as shown below:

PULSAR MEASUREMENT
19
Cable entry
There are 4 cable gland knockouts on the base of the wall mount Ultra 3
(1 x M16, 3 x M20) and 4 on the rear (4 x 18mm dia.) (PG11). Select which
ones you wish to use, and remove them by using a circular cutter, such as a
tank cutter. Take care not to damage the circuit board inside whilst
undertaking this. Do not use a hammer, as this may cause damage to the
enclosure.
It is recommended that you use suitable cable glands to ensure that the
ingress rating is maintained.
Fascia Mount
The dimensions of the wall fixing holes are as shown below:

ULTRA 3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
20
The full dimensions of the fascia mount enclosure are as shown below:
162 mm
20mm
72mm
15mm
16mm
200 mm
112 mm