Syrinix PIPEMINDER S User manual

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Content
1 Safe Usage of PIPEMINDER-S ...................................................................................................................... 4
2 Revision History........................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Introduction................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Primary Functions................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2 Syrinix Severity Score (S3) ................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Timekeeping ........................................................................................................................................ 7
3.4 Specification ........................................................................................................................................ 8
3.5 Frost Protection................................................................................................................................... 9
4 System Components.................................................................................................................................. 10
5 SIM Installation and Configuration............................................................................................................ 12
5.1 To install the SIM card:...................................................................................................................... 12
5.2 To configure PIPEMINDER-S to use the SIM card:............................................................................. 13
6 PIPEMINDER-S Deployment ...................................................................................................................... 15
6.1 PIPEMINDER-S Site Selection –Pressure Transients ......................................................................... 15
6.2 PIPEMINDER-S Site Selection –Burst Monitoring ............................................................................. 15
6.3 Cellular Signal in Chambers ............................................................................................................... 15
6.4 Hydraulic Connection ........................................................................................................................ 15
6.5 Flow Meter Connections ................................................................................................................... 16
6.6 Antenna Selection ............................................................................................................................. 17
6.7 Deep Chambers ................................................................................................................................. 17
6.8 At the Deployment Site ..................................................................................................................... 18
6.9 Signal Strength................................................................................................................................... 18
6.10 USB Data Removal and Upload ......................................................................................................... 19
6.11 Remote Software Update.................................................................................................................. 20
6.12 Manual Software Update .................................................................................................................. 21
6.13 Battery Life ........................................................................................................................................ 22
7 RADAR........................................................................................................................................................ 24
7.1 RADAR Address.................................................................................................................................. 24
7.2 Devices, Sites and Groups ................................................................................................................. 24
7.3 Remote Device Configurations.......................................................................................................... 24
7.4 Transient Sensitivity Adjustment....................................................................................................... 26

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7.5 Flow Meter Input Modes................................................................................................................... 27
7.6 Plotting Data...................................................................................................................................... 27
7.7 Data Download.................................................................................................................................. 28
8 Event Source Identification ....................................................................................................................... 29
8.1 PIPEMINDER-S Deployment .............................................................................................................. 29
8.2 PIPEMINDER-S Manual GPS Time Synchronisation........................................................................... 29
8.3 Source Identification ......................................................................................................................... 30
9 Common Problems.................................................................................................................................... 32
9.1 CSQ Reported as 99,99 at Start-Up. .................................................................................................. 32
9.2 CSQ Reported OK but Communications Fail (above ground)............................................................ 32
9.3 CSQ Reported OK Above Ground but no Communications from Chamber...................................... 32
9.4 USB Download doesn’t work............................................................................................................. 32
9.5 Device displays “Waiting for leap seconds” for more than 5 seconds.............................................. 32

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1Safe Usage of PIPEMINDER-S
1. Please read these instructions thoroughly before attempting to use PIPEMINDER-S.
2. Retain the instructions and make them available to others who may use PIPEMINDER-S.
3. Follow the instructions when deploying PIPEMINDER-S.
4. Take care when handling PIPEMINDER-S and its battery pack. If it is dropped or damaged please
contact Syrinix for instruction.
5. There are no user serviceable components inside PIPEMINDER-S. In the event of failure, do not
attempt to use the instrument and contact Syrinix for guidance.
6. Use only electrical attachments and accessories supplied by Syrinix. Syrinix cannot be responsible for
the performance of the instrument when used with non-approved parts. A USB cable is provided in
the box.
7. Do not place PIPEMINDER-S, accessories or battery pack on or near a heat source.
8. Do not incinerate.
Syrinix hereby declare that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC, R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and further
conforms with the following EU Harmonized Standards:
EN55022:2010
EN55024:2010
EN301 489-7 V1.3.1

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2Revision History
Document Number
Date
Changes
100592
16th November 2014
First Release
100593
16th November 2014
Added antenna options
100789
26th July 2016
Update for PIPEMINDER-S
100953
22nd February 2018
Notes on frost protection
100692
5th March 2018
Notes on Timekeeping

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3Introduction
3.1 Primary Functions
The primary function of PIPEMINDER-S is to continuously measure pressure and flow at a high sample rate.
From these continuous data streams, high sample rate event data and 15 minute summary data are derived.
The following outputs are available:
•Continuous high sample rate data at 128 S/s (pressure) and 1 S/s (flow);
•Pressure transient event data at 128 S/s (data leading up-to and following a transient event);
•Burst event data at 128 S/s (pressure) and 1 S/s (flow)
•Daily summary data at 1 S/15 minutes for minimum, mean, maximum and S3 score computed from
the 128 S/s history.
Each of these outputs can be (see figure 1,):
•stored internally to 2GB of Flash storage; and/or
•sent to Syrinix's servers using the GPRS modem.
For the daily summary data, the minimum, mean and maximum streams are calculated using every sample (at
128 S/s for pressure and 1 S/s for flow) of the 15 minute window.
Figure 1 : PIPEMINDER-S Data Flow
Continuous Pressure at 128 S/s
Continuous Flow at 1 S/s
Pressure Transient Events
(128 S/s Pressure, 1 S/s Flow)
SMS Alert
Internal
Memory
GPRS to RADAR
Burst Events
(128 S/s Pressure, 1 S/s Flow)
SMS Alert
Internal
Memory
GPRS to RADAR
Pressure at 128 S/s
Flow at 1 S/s
Internal
Memory
GPRS to RADAR
Min, Mean, Max & S3 at 1
S/15 min
Internal
Memory
GPRS to RADAR

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3.2 Syrinix Severity Score (S3)
The S3 score is a non-dimensional measure of pressure transient activity calculated within PIPEMINDER-S
itself. Large changes which happen quickly result in a high score, small changes over a longer period result in
a lower score and a continuously stable pressure results in a score of zero.
Tracking and profiling S3 for a particular site over time is a good measure of the pipeline’s transient activity
and readily indicates if the activity level has increased or if mitigation work has been successful in reducing it.
3.3 Timekeeping
PIPEMINDER-S contains a very low drift clock which is used to time stamp data. This clock is set on deployment
using an internal GPS receiver and antenna.
Upon deployment it is important to consider the intended use of the PIPEMINDER-S device. For applications
that require a high degree of time accuracy Syrinix have made available software which incorporates a
Network Time Protocol (NTP) function. NTP is a method to synchronise all participating device clocks within
50 to 100 milliseconds of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) via the cellular network.
NTP requires a reliable cellular signal, in situations where a poor cellular signal is affecting the accuracy of NTP
please follow chapter 8.2 Manual GPS Time Synchronisation.
Table 1 provides examples of different deployment scenario’s and what is required to achieve a high time
accuracy.
Application
Initial GPS Lock/Leap Seconds
NTP Software
Standard deployment
For Network Monitoring
Triangulation of Network
Events
x
Table 1: Timekeeping application

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3.4 Specification
General
Functions
•Real time pressure transient monitoring
•Burst event data (in conjunction with Flow meter)
•Pressure & flow delivery (when used with customer supplied flow
meter)
Interface
•Remote managed alerts (SMS, Email)
SIM Card
•Standard size with GPRS allowance
Cellular
•3G/GPRS
Sample rates
•Pressure 128S/s
•Summary data 1 s/min or 1 s/15 min
•Flow 1 S/s
Pressure Range
•0-20 Bar absolute
Pressure accuracy
•0.25%
Temperature Range
•-20°C to +65°C (See Frost Protection Chap 3.5)
Flow Meter inputs
•Pulse Input 1: Internal pull up, Pulses or Forward Pulses.
•Pulse Input 2: Internal pull up, Direction or Reverse Pulses.
•Alarm Input: Internal pull up, Alarm Signal
Flow Meter Input Voltage
•Inputs internally pulled up to 3.3V, compatible with open
collector or relay switched outputs.
•Low voltage must be less than 0.5V with respect to ground
Control Unit: Part no. 100808
Enclosure
•Housing: Acetal
Dimensions
•108mm x 108mm x 49mm (4.2” x 4.2” x 1.9”)
Weight
•0.95Kg (2lb 1 0z)
Environmental rating
•IP68
Antenna
•External 3G/GPRS (various options available)
•Internal GPS
*12V 19AHr Rechargeable Battery: Part no. 101667
Type
•Rechargeable Lithium iron phosphate
Voltage
•12 V
Enclosure
•Housing: ABS
Environmental rating
•IP68
Dimensions
•205mm x 89.5mm x 115mm
Weight
•3Kg
Table 2: PIPEMINDER-S Specification

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3.5 Frost Protection
It is possible to permanently damage the pressure transducer if it is not protected from frost. Under these
conditions the pressures exerted by the expansion of freezing water can exceed the maximum burst pressure
of the transducer.
The following precautions should be taken when deploying in a climate where temperatures below 0°C will be
experienced:
•Install below ground as close as possible to the pipeline;
•Install insulation above and around the PipeMinder-S;
•Do not install above ground without frost protection as necessary;
Devices damaged due to overpressure events, whether due to the expansion of freezing water or very high
water pressures, will not be replaced under warranty.

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4System Components