Reliable Data-Logger DL-04 User manual

Rev. 1.70
Serial Number:___________________
Model DL-04
DATA-LOGGER
WIRELINE DATA-LOGGER
USER MANUAL
© 1996-2008, Reliable Scale Corporation
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1. Contents
1. Contents................................................................................................................. 2
2. Capabilities............................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Features...........................................................................................................................3
3. Physical Layout...................................................................................................... 4
4. Basic Operation...................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Log Data ..........................................................................................................................7
4.2 Resume Logging............................................................................................................10
4.3 Delete Data....................................................................................................................11
4.4 View Job Information .....................................................................................................13
4.5 Plot Chart.......................................................................................................................14
4.6 Print Data.......................................................................................................................16
5. Configuration........................................................................................................ 18
5.1 Set Date.........................................................................................................................19
5.2 Set Time.........................................................................................................................21
5.3 Configure Ports..............................................................................................................23
5.3.1 Show Port Function.................................................................................................24
5.3.2 Set Port Function.....................................................................................................25
5.3.3 Set Port Speed........................................................................................................26
5.3.4 Set Port Format.......................................................................................................28
5.3.5 Port Test..................................................................................................................30
5.4 Set Depth Units..............................................................................................................31
5.5 Plot Delay.......................................................................................................................32
5.6 Set Password.................................................................................................................33
6. Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 35
7. Sample Chart ....................................................................................................... 36
8. Sample Log..........................................................................................................37
9. Limited Warranty..................................................................................................38

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2. Capabilities
The Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER is a versatile tool designed to record line
load, line speed and tool depth on Wireline trucks.
This new technology offers secure data recovery and reduces chances of operator
error and improves record keeping. The result is an improved profit picture.
The DL-04 stores data accurately without interfering with the operator’s normal
activities.
The DL-04 monitors the truck’s digital weight indicator, depth meter and line speed
meter as often as every 2 seconds and stores the information securely in memory.
This allows the manager to review very closely the details of each job.
2.1 Features
• Lists job description, operator ID, job date
• Each record includes record number, line load, line speed, depth, and time of
day
• Stores up to 113,825 records (over 63 hours of continuous recording at 2 second
log intervals)
• Reads data at 2 second to 99 second intervals
• Support for 115,200 bps serial transfers
• XON/XOFF flow control for serial transfers

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3. Physical Layout
• 12 Volt DC Power Input - 4 pin male military style connector (P/N: PT02A8-
4P).
• LCD Screen - displays instruction and status messages to the operator.
• Alphanumeric Keys - operator keys in information.
• Data Control Keys - for Entering and Editing data.
• RS-232 Ports - 4 pin female military style connectors (P/N: PT02A8-4S) to
connect devices to the DL-04. Example: Digital Scale, Personal Computer, Line
speed indicator.
• Arrow Keys - to scroll through menus and stored information.
• Function Keys - to issue commands; keys are assigned different functions as
listed on the LCD screen.
• Power Key - to turn the DL-04 on and off.

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4. Basic Operation
1. Press the
ON/OFF key until text appears.
Screen shows the serial number and the
software version.
RELIABLE SCALE
DL-04 DATA-LOGGER
S/N: 9903148
Version 1.60
The next screen shows date & time for
operator verification with local time
zones.
RELIABLE SCALE
DL-04 DATA-LOGGER
1999-03-29 14:09:23
F1: Continue
2. Press F1 to continue.
Screen shows the first two options
available from the Main Menu. MAIN MENU
1 Log Data
2 Resume Logging
Select # more:T
3. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to
scroll through all the options.
MAIN MENU
3 Delete Data
4 View Data
Select # more:S
MAIN MENU
5 Plot Chart
6 Print Data
Select # more:S
4. Select the option you wish to use.
Example: 1Log Data

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5. When an process has been completed,
the DL-04 will return to the Main Menu. MAIN MENU
1 Log Data
2 Resume Logging
Select # more:T

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4.1 Log Data
The chief function of the DL-04 is the Log Data process.
The screen prompts the operator through the necessary steps, issuing
instructions as required. Once the operator initiates a job, each record is
saved automatically for future transfer and analysis.
Once logging has begun, the screen is updated every log interval with
the latest log information. This maintains a record of:
• Tool Depth with units
• Line Speed with units
• Entry Time
• Line Load with units
• Entry Number (max. 113,825)
1. From the Main Menu, select Log
Data.
MAIN MENU
1 Log Data
2 Resume Logging
Select # more:T
Operator is prompted for required
information starting with Well Name
Well Name:

F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
2. Key in the Well name.
Example: K14 If letters are used press
F2to enter alpha mode
The screen will change slightly Well Name:

F2: Accept alpha
f: Next position

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3. Press the number and arrow
keys to scroll through the
letters shown at the top of the
keys.
4. Use F2 to exit alpha mode and the
screen will return to normal
Well Name:
K
F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
5. Input numbers normally
6. Well Number is next. Follow the
same procedure as for Well Name.
Well Number:

F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
7. Key in Well Number.
Example: 45
Well Number:
45
F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
8. Wireline Job Type is next. Follow
the same procedure as for Well
Name.
Wireline Job Type:

F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
9. Key in Wireline Job Type.
Example: COMPLETION
Wireline Job Type:
COMPLETION
F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept

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10.Job Operator is next. Follow the
same procedure as for Well Name.
Job Operator:

F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
11.Key in Job Operator.
Example: 58
Job Operator:
58
F2: Alpha
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
Log Interval is next. Intervals from 2
seconds to 99 seconds between
records are available.
Log Interval(s): 
Min: 2s Max: 99s
F4: Quit ENTR: Accept
12.Key in the Interval.
Example: 2
The DL-04 begins reading data every
2 seconds.
LOGGING. . .
256.42m 122m/m
10:23:10 4990kg
F4: Quit 000085
13.Logging can be interrupted by
pressing F4.

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4.2 Resume Logging
If a job has been interrupted for some reason, it can be resumed using
the Resume Logging process. Only the last job in memory can be
resumed. If there are no jobs in memory, this process cannot be used.
1. From the Main Menu, select Resume
Logging.
MAIN MENU
1 Log Data
2 Resume Logging
Select # more:T
The operator is asked to confirm the
resume operation.
LOGGING. . .
Resume Job # 3?
F2: Confirm
F4: Cancel
2. Press F2 to confirm resumption.
3. The DL-04 Resumes logging
Resuming Job #: 3
LOGGING. . .
256.42m 122m/m
10:23:10 4990kg
F4: Quit 000085
4. Logging can be interrupted by
pressing F4.

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4.3 Delete Data
After the records have been plotted (see section 4.5 on page 14) or
transferred to a computer (see section 4.6 on page 16), clear the DL-04
memory using the Delete Records option. Jobs should be deleted after
each day to make room for new ones and to eliminate confusion.
1. From the Main Menu, select Delete
Data. MAIN MENU
2 Resume Logging
3 Delete Data
Select # more:T
The operator is asked to confirm the
delete operation.
F2: Confirm
Delete data
F4: Cancel
Delete data
2. Press F2 to Delete Records.
A password is required. The factory
default password is 1234. See section
5.4 on page 31 to change password.
Enter password:
3. Enter the
password.
When the password is entered, *'s are
displayed for security.
Enter password:****

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If a valid password has been entered,
the records are deleted and the status is
displayed on the screen.
Deleting data
Data DELETED

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4.4 View Job Information
Job information in the DL-04 memory can be viewed on screen without
transferring or deleting it.
1. From the Main Menu, select View Job
Info. MAIN MENU
3 Delete Data
4 View Job Info.
Select # more:T
If there is more than one job in memory,
the user will be prompted for the job
number.
VIEW JOBS
Job to View? (3)

F4: Quit
2. Enter job number to view.
3. The selected job information is
displayed. Use the UP and DOWN arrow
keys to scroll through the information.
VIEW JOBS
Job # 3
Job Description:
F4: Quit more:T
4. To quit viewing, press F4.

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4.5 Plot Chart
Data saved in the DL-04 can be transferred to a printer or computer in
the form of a chart (Line Pull and Depth vs. Time). Connect the DL-04
to the printer or computer with the proper cables & hardware. Be sure
the printer/computer is ready to receive the data. The default serial port
configuration for the DL-04 is 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop
bit.
Plotting a job does not remove it from the DL-04’s memory. Records
are stored permanently in memory and can only be removed by using
the Delete Data option (see section 4.3, on page 11). Data transfer can
be done as many times as desired before deletion.
Note: The DL-04 has been configured for use with an Epson FX-880
printer with an RS-232 serial interface. Other compatible printers should
function, but proper operation is not guaranteed.
1. From the Main Menu, select Plot Chart. MAIN MENU
5 Plot Chart
6 Print Data
Select # more:T
If there is more than one job in memory,
the user will be prompted for the job
number.
PLOT CHART
Job to Print? (3)

F4: Quit
2. Enter job number to plot.
3. During data transfer, the number of the
entry currently being plotted is
displayed.
PLOT CHART
Plotting record: 457
F4: Quit

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4. To quit printing, press F4.

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4.6 Print Data
Data saved in the DL-04 must be transferred to a host computer for
historical storage and analysis. Connect the DL-04 to the computer with
the proper cables & hardware. Be sure your computer is ready to
receive the records. The default serial port configuration for the DL-04 is
9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. A standard terminal
program such as Procomm or HyperTerminal can be used for this
procedure (see your terminal program manual for details).
Transferring jobs to computer does not remove them from the DL-04’s
memory. Records are stored permanently in memory and can only be
removed by using the Delete Data option (see section 4.3, on page 11).
Data transfer can be done as many times as desired before deletion.
1. From the Main Menu, select Print Data. MAIN MENU
6 Plot Chart
5 Print Data
Select # more:T
If there is more than one job in memory,
the user will be prompted for the job
number.
PRINT DATA
Job TO Print? (3)

F4: Quit
2. Enter job number to print.
3. During data transfer, the number of the
entry currently being printed is
displayed.
PRINT DATA
Printing record: 457
F4: Quit

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4. To quit printing, press F4.

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5. Configuration
Some operating features of the DL-04 can be modified to suit the
equipment being used. Other parameters such as the date and time need
to be set in order to make accurate logs. All parameters are set from the
Configuration Menu.
1. From the Main Menu, select
Configuration.
MAIN MENU
6 Pint Data
7 Configuration
Select # more:S
2. Screen shows first two items of the
Configuration Menu. Use the UP and
DOWN arrow keys to scroll through all
the options.
CONFIGURATION MENU
1 Set Date
2 Set Time
Select # more:S
CONFIGURATION MENU
3 Configure Ports
4 Set Depth Units
Select # more:S
3. To return to the Main Menu, select Exit
Configuration.
CONFIGURATION MENU
6 Set Password
7 Exit Configuration
Select # more:S

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5.1 Set Date
The current date can be seen when the DL-04 is turned on. It is
important that this be set correctly in order to provide accurate log
information. If the date needs to be changed, it is done using the Set
Date process from the Configuration Menu.
1. From the Configuration Menu, select
Set Date.
CONFUGIRATION MENU
1 Set Date
2 Set Time
Select # more:T
2. Key in the year. Use four digits.
Example: 1999
SET DATE
Enter year:

F4: Quit
3. Key in the month. (1 to 12)
Example:
2
SET DATE
Enter month:

F4: Quit
4. Key in the day. (1 to 31)
Example:
12
SET DATE
Enter day:

F4: Quit

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The new date is displayed before
returning to the Configuration Menu.
SET DATE
Date set to:
1999-02-12
5. To quit, press F4.