Pulsar QUANTUM3 User manual

QUANTUM3
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

QUANTUM3(SECOND EDITION REV 2)
January 2019
Part Number M-142-Q-F02-2P
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Contents
Chapter 1 Start Here….........................................................................................................................................1
About this Manual........................................................................................................................................... 1
Tips...........................................................................................................................................................1
Additional Information............................................................................................................................ 1
References................................................................................................................................................1
About the Quantum3Pump Controller........................................................................................................... 2
Functional Description....................................................................................................................................2
Product Specification.......................................................................................................................................4
EU Declaration of Conformity.......................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Installation............................................................................................................................................7
Power Supply Requirements...........................................................................................................................7
Location...........................................................................................................................................................7
Dimensions...................................................................................................................................................... 8
Terminal Connection Details........................................................................................................................10
Power.............................................................................................................................................................10
Transducer..............................................................................................................................................10
FlowPulse...............................................................................................................................................12
RelayOutputs........................................................................................................................................15
Current Outputs.....................................................................................................................................15
Digital Inputs..........................................................................................................................................15
RS232 Serial Interface...........................................................................................................................15
Fuse Location................................................................................................................................................16
Preparation for Operation..............................................................................................................................18
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................18
Chapter 3 How To Use Your Quantum3Pump Controller..............................................................................19
Operatingthe Controls..................................................................................................................................19
Display...................................................................................................................................................19
Run Mode..............................................................................................................................................20
Program Mode.......................................................................................................................................21
How to Access Program Mode.....................................................................................................................21
Hot Keys............................................................................................................................. 22
Menu Keys.......................................................................................................................... 23
Numeric Keys ..................................................................................................................... 23
Test Mode......................................................................................................................................................26
Using the RS232 Serial Interface..................................................................................................................27
Parameter Defaults........................................................................................................................................28
FactoryDefaults.....................................................................................................................................28
Chapter 4 Quick Set-up Guide...........................................................................................................................29
Quick Setup Menu.........................................................................................................................................31
Example 1 Level Control..............................................................................................................................36
Example 2 Sump Control (pump down)......................................................................................................38
Chapter 5 Parameter Guide................................................................................................................................41
Menu System Diagrams................................................................................................................................41
Top Level Menu....................................................................................................................................41
Application Menu..................................................................................................................................42
Relays Menu..........................................................................................................................................43
Pump “Advanced” Menu......................................................................................................................44
Digital Inputs Menu...............................................................................................................................45
Float Switch Backup .............................................................................................................................46
Tariff Guard Menu................................................................................................................................47

Data Logs Menu....................................................................................................................................48
FlowPulse...............................................................................................................................................49
Pumped Volume Menu.........................................................................................................................50
Efficiency Menu....................................................................................................................................51
DisplayMenu........................................................................................................................................52
mA Output 1 Menu...............................................................................................................................53
mA Output 2 Menu...............................................................................................................................53
Compensation Menu .............................................................................................................................54
StabilityMenu........................................................................................................................................54
Echo Processing Menu..........................................................................................................................55
System Menu.........................................................................................................................................56
Device Comm Menu.............................................................................................................................57
Test Menu..............................................................................................................................................58
Parameter Listing...........................................................................................................................................59
Application Parameters.................................................................................................................................59
Operation................................................................................................................................................59
Dimensions............................................................................................................................................60
RelayParameters...........................................................................................................................................63
Alarms....................................................................................................................................................65
Pumps.....................................................................................................................................................77
Control....................................................................................................................................................82
Miscellaneous........................................................................................................................................89
Pump by Time.......................................................................................................................................91
Common Parameters.............................................................................................................................94
Pump Trips.............................................................................................................................................94
Pump “Advanced” Parameters .....................................................................................................................96
Pump Run On........................................................................................................................................96
Starting...................................................................................................................................................96
Stopping.................................................................................................................................................97
Pump Exercising....................................................................................................................................97
Wall Cling..............................................................................................................................................98
Storm......................................................................................................................................................98
Rate Method...........................................................................................................................................99
FlowPulse ........................................................................................................................... 99
Derived Flow ...................................................................................................................... 99
Digital Inputs...............................................................................................................................................100
About Digital Inputs............................................................................................................................100
Common Parameters Set-up.............................................................................................. 100
Input Type......................................................................................................................... 100
Input Function................................................................................................................... 101
Device Fail........................................................................................................................ 102
Duty.................................................................................................................................. 103
Override............................................................................................................................ 106
Reset ................................................................................................................................. 106
Digital Input Parameters..............................................................................................................................106
Common Par........................................................................................................................................106
Digital Input.........................................................................................................................................109
Float Switch (FS) Backup...........................................................................................................................111
About Float Switch Backup................................................................................................................111
Common Par........................................................................................................................................111
Tariff Guard.................................................................................................................................................112
Set Up...................................................................................................................................................112
Peak Times...........................................................................................................................................113
Data Log Parameters...................................................................................................................................115
Totaliser Audits....................................................................................................................................115
Temperature.........................................................................................................................................115

Pump Logs...........................................................................................................................................116
FlowPulse ....................................................................................................................................................118
General.................................................................................................................................................123
FlowPulse Setup..................................................................................................................................124
Pumped Volume..........................................................................................................................................128
Set Up...................................................................................................................................................128
Volume.........................................................................................................................................................129
Conversion...........................................................................................................................................129
Breakpoints..........................................................................................................................................132
Tables...................................................................................................................................................134
Pump Efficiency..........................................................................................................................................134
Set Up...................................................................................................................................................134
DisplayParameters......................................................................................................................................137
Options.................................................................................................................................................137
Failsafe.................................................................................................................................................139
Auxiliary..............................................................................................................................................140
Totaliser................................................................................................................................................142
mA Output 1 Parameters.............................................................................................................................143
Range...................................................................................................................................................143
Operation..............................................................................................................................................143
Setpoint................................................................................................................................................144
Limits...................................................................................................................................................144
Trim......................................................................................................................................................145
Failsafe.................................................................................................................................................145
mA Output 2 Parameters.............................................................................................................................146
mA2 Range..........................................................................................................................................146
mA2 Operation....................................................................................................................................146
mA2 Setpoint.......................................................................................................................................147
mA2 Limits..........................................................................................................................................147
mA2 Trim............................................................................................................................................148
mA2 Failsafe........................................................................................................................................148
Compensation Parameters...........................................................................................................................149
Offset....................................................................................................................................................149
Temperature.........................................................................................................................................149
OVFPersist..........................................................................................................................................149
Velocity................................................................................................................................................150
StabilityParameters.....................................................................................................................................150
Damping...............................................................................................................................................150
Indicator...............................................................................................................................................150
Rate.......................................................................................................................................................150
Filters....................................................................................................................................................151
Echo Processing Parameters.......................................................................................................................152
Transducer Status.................................................................................................................................152
DATEM Parameters....................................................................................................................................154
System Parameters......................................................................................................................................155
Passcode...............................................................................................................................................155
Backup.................................................................................................................................................155
System Information.............................................................................................................................156
Date & Time........................................................................................................................................157
LED Colour .........................................................................................................................................157
Watchdog.............................................................................................................................................158
Daylight Saving Time.........................................................................................................................159
Device Comm..............................................................................................................................................163
RS232 Set Up......................................................................................................................................163
RS485 Set Up (Optional)...................................................................................................................163
Remote Alarm......................................................................................................................................163

Test Parameters............................................................................................................................................165
Simulation............................................................................................................................................165
Hardware..............................................................................................................................................167
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................169
Chapter 7 Disposal............................................................................................................................................171
Parameter Record................................................................................................................................................172

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Chapter 1 Start Here…
Congratulations on your purchase of a Pulsar ultra Quantum3Pump
Controller. 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
At various parts of this
manual you will find tips to
help you.
Additional Information
Additional Information
At various parts of the manual, you will find sections
like this that explain specific items in more detail.
References
See Also
References to other parts of the manual

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About the Quantum3Pump Controller
The Quantum3is a state of the art pump management, and level controller,
that provides advanced operating routines suitable for an extremely wide
variety of applications. The system combines premium specification with
high performance even in the most arduous applications where high
turbulence and foam or froth is present.
Functional Description
The Quantum3level and pump controller is a highly developed ultrasonic
level measurement system which provides non-contacting sophisticated
pump and level control routines suitable for an extremely wide variety of
applications.
Easy calibration and maintenance free “fit and forget” performance mean that
you can install the Quantum3pump controller rapidly and with confidence.
Ten user-definable relays with adjustable, individual on and off points. Seven
user-definable digital inputs, 2 x isolated mA output, RS 232 and intelligent
performance logging software features provide the user with a superior pump
management system and comprehensive level measurement information.
The Quantum3operates on the principle of timing the echo received from a
measured pulse of sound transmitted in air and utilises the unique DATEM
software (Digital Adaptive Tracking of Echo Movement).

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This is an entirely new digital mapping technique developed especially for
the Pulsar ultra range. It gives the system the edge when identifying the
“true target level” in the face of competing echoes from pipes, pumps or other
obstructions. When coupled with the powerful, long range abilities of all the
dB transducer range, including the new dBR16 mmWave radar, the Quantum3
level and pump controller has no equal.
The Quantum3can measure from zero to 50m from the transducer to the
surface being monitored, dependent on the transducer used.
The Quantum3can show level, space and distance on the display. The relays
can be programmed to activate alarms, pump starters, or other control
equipment. In addition the digital inputs can be used to modify pump and
control regimes in order to optimise performance. There are two isolated 4-
20 mA outputs that can be connected to a chart recorder or PLC, to monitor
level, space, distance, or pumping rate, independently from that shown on the
display. There is an RS232 port, so that the Quantum3can be operated
remotely by a PC or other equipment.
The Quantum3can interface with up to four Pulsar FlowPulses. This gives the
Quantum3the ability to measure flow in real time.
The Quantum3is programmed by the built-in keypad or by PC via the RS 232
Serial Interface (optional). All the 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 Quantum3, in case a previous
set of parameters needs to be restored.

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Product Specification
Physical
Fascia Mount
Outside dimensions 200 x 112 x 108
Weight Nominal 1.3kg
Enclosure material/description Stainless steel with Polycarbonate
UL94 –V0 front and bezel
Transducer cable extensions 2-core screened
Maximum separation 1000 m (500m for dBR16)
Environmental
IP Rating (fascia mount) IP64
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)
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 transducer (minimum
zero dB Mach 3)
Rate response Fully adjustable
Echo Processing
Description DATEM (Digital Adaptive Tracking of
Echo Movement)
Outputs
Analogue output 2 off Isolated (floating) outputs (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 5 form “C” (SPDT) rated at 5A at 115V
AC (Relays 1, 2, 3, 4, & 5)
5 form "C" (SPDT) rated at 3A at 115V
AC (Relays 6, 7, 8, 9 & 10)
Display 6 digits plus 12-character text, plus bar
graph with direction indicators, remote
communicator identifier, and
program/run/test mode indicators
FlowPulse Power 24V DC to power up to 4 FlowPulses
FlowPulse Comms RS485 for communicating with up to 4
FlowPulse

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Digital Inputs 7 Digital Inputs
Min. Input Voltage 4.5VDC
Max. Input Voltage 30VDC (Max Current
3mA)
24VDC Input Supply maximum total
current 24mA.
Programming
On-board programming By integral keypad
PC programming via RS232
Programming security Via passcode (user selectable and
adjustable)
Programmed data integrity Via non-volatile RAM, plus backup
Supply
Power supply 85 –264V AC 50/60Hz
DC 22 - 28V
25W maximum power
Fuses 2A ‘T’ 20mm fuse
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited operates a policy of constant development and
improvement and reserve the right to amend technical details as necessary.

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EU Declaration of Conformity

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Chapter 2 Installation
Power Supply Requirements
The Quantum3can operate from AC supply or from a DC battery. The AC
is 85 –264V AC 50/60Hz. The DC is 22-28V.
Location
All electronic products are susceptible to electrostatic
shock, so follow proper grounding procedures during
installation.
The Quantum3Pump Controller and FlowPulse must be mounted in a non-
hazardous (safe) area, and the transducer can be fitted in a hazardous area.

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When choosing a location to mount the enclosure, bear in mind the following:
•Ensure that the Quantum3is installed in a “Safe”, non-hazardous,
area.
•For a clear view of the LCD display it is recommended that you
mount it at eye level.
•The mounting surface is vibration-free.
•The ambient temperature is between -20ºC and 50ºC.
•There should be no high voltage cables or inverters close by.
Dimensions
The Quantum3should be installed by cutting a hole in the panel as detailed
below.

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The full dimensions of the enclosure are as shown below.

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Terminal Connection Details
Power
The Quantum3can operate from mains AC and automatically from DC or
battery backup in the event of power failure or can be operated permanently
from DC or batteries.
Transducer
The transducer should be installed, and connected, in accordance with the
installation instructions contained in the Transducer User Guide.
Wire the transducer to the Quantum3transducer terminals, as follows:
Transducer
Terminal Connection Details
Red
Power
White
Signal
Black
0 volts
Green
Screen
32
31
30
30
When using 2-core screened extension cable, the Black and Green wires of
the transducer should be connected to the screen of the extension cable,
which in turn should be connected to the appropriate 0 volt terminal of the
Quantum3.

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ATEX
For EEx m (Zone 1) applications a transducer certified to Sira
02ATEX5104X is used, and must be supplied via a 4000A breaking fuse,
which is fitted as standard to the Quantum3.
For EEx ia (Zone 0) a transducer certified to Sira 02ATEX2103X is used,
which must be connected to the Quantum3via an external Zener barrier.
FM
For EEx m (Zone 1) applications a transducer certified to FM Class I Div 1
Group A, B, C & D, ClassII Div 1 Group E, F & G, Class III is used, and
must be supplied via a 1500A breaking fuse, which is fitted as standard to
the Quantum3.
Restrictions do not use in the presence of these groups of Chemicals,
Aliphatic Hydro Carbons, Ketones or Esters
For EEx ia (I.S.) a transducer certified to FM Class I Div 1 Group A, B, C
& D, ClassII Div 1 Group E, F & G is used, which must be connected to the
Quantum3via an external Zener barrier.
See transducer label for certification details.

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FlowPulse
When using the FlowPulse sensor, please use the FlowPulse manual for
specifics on how and where to setup the FlowPulse.
Flow pulse units are connected to a Quantum3via a 5-core screened cable.
The cable screen should be connected to mains earth at the Quantum3end
only.
The wiring of the Flow Pulses should follow either wiring option 1 or 2.
You can connect 1 to 4 Flow Pulse units to the Quantum3.
The extreme ends of the Modbus cabling should be terminated with a 120R
resistor (this is achieved in FlowPulse via the termination switch). If
termination is required at the Quantum3fit the included 120R resistor across
terminals 34 & 35.
The spurs to the FlowPulses should be kept as short as possible.
Wiring detail:
Description
Quantum3
Flow
Pulse 1
Flow
Pulse 2
Flow
Pulse 3
Flow
Pulse 4
Flow Pulse
Power
24VDC
25
1
1
1
1
0V
24
2
2
2
2
FlowPulse
comms +
34
9
9
9
9
FlowPulse
comms -
35
10
10
10
10
Return
33
8
8
8
8
Important Information
Termination –see following drawings.
Wiring Option 1- Switch on the termination of the last FlowPulse and fit
120R resistor (supplied) across terminals 34 & 35 of the Quantum3.
Wiring Option 2 –Switch on the termination of the FlowPulses at the
extreme ends i.e. FlowPulse 2 & 4.