UWT NivoRadar NR 4100 Series User manual

NivoRadar®Continuous level measurement
Series NR 4100
Technical information / Instruction manual
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Contents
page
About this document 2
For your safety 3
Product description 5
Technical data 9
Mounting 16
Connecting to power supply 24
Access protection 26
Setup with smartphone/tablet (Bluetooth) 27
Adjustment menu 29
Diagnostics and servicing 35
Dismount 44
Supplement 45
Safety instructions for Ex areas:
Take note of the Ex specic safety instructions for Ex applications.
These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument
with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions.
Editing status: 2022-07-21

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About this document
Function
This instruction provides all the information you need for mounting,
connection and setup as well as important instructions for mainte-
nance, fault rectication, the exchange of parts and the safety of the
user. Please read this information before putting the instrument into
operation and keep this manual accessible in the immediate vicinity
of the device.
Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained personnel.
The contents of this manual must be made available to the qualied
personnel and implemented.
Symbols used
Information, note, tip: This symbol indicates helpful additional
information and tips for successful work.
Note: This symbol indicates notes to prevent failures, malfunctions,
damage to devices or plants.
Caution: Non-observance of the information marked with this sym-
bol may result in personal injury.
Warning: Non-observance of the information marked with this sym-
bol may result in serious or fatal personal injury.
Danger: Non-observance of the information marked with this sym-
bol results in serious or fatal personal injury.
Ex applications
This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
• List
The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
1 Sequence of actions
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
Disposal
This symbol indicates special instructions for disposal.

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For your safety
Authorised personnel
All operations described in this documentation must be carried out
only by trained, qualied personnel authorised by the plant operator.
During work on and with the device, the required personal protec-
tive equipment must always be worn.
Appropriate use
NivoRadar 4100 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
You can nd detailed information about the area of application in
chapter " Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly
used according to the specications in the operating instructions
manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.
Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of this product can give rise to
application-specic hazards, e.g. vessel overll through incorrect
mounting or adjustment. Damage to property and persons or envi-
ronmental contamination can result. Also, the protective character-
istics of the instrument can be impaired.
General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and directives. The instrument must only be oper-
ated in a technically awless and reliable condition. The operator
is responsible for the trouble-free operation of the instrument.
When measuring aggressive or corrosive media that can cause a
dangerous situation if the instrument malfunctions, the operator
has to implement suitable measures to make sure the instrument is
functioning properly.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the
national installation standards as well as the valid safety regulations
and accident prevention rules must be observed by the user.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may
be carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer.
Arbitrary conversions or modications are explicitly forbidden. For
safety reasons, only the accessory specied by the manufacturer
must be used.
To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips
on the device must also be observed.
The low transmitting power of the radar sensor is far below the
internationally approved limits. No health impairments are to be
expected with intended use. The band range of the measuring
frequency can be found in chapter " Technical data".

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Mode of operation - Radar signal
Country specic settings for the radar signals are determined via the
mode. The operating mode must be set in the operating menu via
the respective operating tool at the beginning of the setup.
Caution:
Operating the device without selecting the relevant mode consti-
tutes a violation of the regulations of the radio approvals of the
respective country.
Installation and operation in the USA and Canada
This information is only valid for USA and Canada. Hence the fol-
lowing text is only available in the English language.
Installations in the US shall comply with the relevant requirements of
the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA70).
Installations in Canada shall comply with the relevant requirements
of the Canadian Electrical Code
A Class 2 power supply unit has to be used for the installation in the
USA and Canada.

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Product description
 Conguration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
• Radar sensor
• Counter nut G1 1)
• Information sheet " Documents and software" with:
–Instrument serial number
–QR code with link for direct scanning
• Information sheet " PINs and Codes" (with Bluetooth versions)
with:
–Bluetooth access code
• Information sheet " Access protection" (with Bluetooth versions)
with:
–Bluetooth access code
–Emergency Bluetooth unlock code
–Emergency device code
The further scope of delivery encompasses:
• Documentation
–Ex-specic " Safety instructions" (with Ex versions)
–Radio licenses
–If necessary, further certicates
Note:
Optional instrument features are also described in this operating
instructions manual. The respective scope of delivery results from
the order specication.
This operating instructions manual applies to the following instru-
ment versions:
• Hardware version from 1.0.0
• Software version from 1.2.0
Scope of delivery
Scope of this operating
instructions
1) With G thread

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4
3
5
1
2
Fig. 1: Components of NivoRadar 4100
1 Radar antenna
2 Electronics housing
3 Counter nut
4 Mounting thread
5 Connection cable
The type label contains the most important data for identication
and use of the instrument.
UWT GmbH
D-87488 Betzigau
NivoRadar
Assembled in Germany
Technical Data
Article No.:
Serial No.:
1
6
5
4
3
2
Fig. 2: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Field for approvals
3 Order number
4 Technical data
5 Symbol for Bluetooth access
6 QR code for device documentation
Principle of operation
NivoRadar 4100 is a radar sensor for non-contact, continuous level
measurement. It is suitable for liquids and solids in practically all
industries.
The instrument emits a continuous, frequency-modulated radar
signal through its antenna. The emitted signal is reected by the
Constituent parts
Type label
Application area
Functional principle

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medium and received by the antenna as an echo with modied
frequency. The frequency change is proportional to the distance and
is converted into the level.
Adjustment
Devices with integrated Bluetooth module can be adjusted wire-
lessly via smartphone/tablets (iOS or Android operating system).
12
Fig. 3: Wireless connection to standard operating devices with integrated
BluetoothLE
1 Sensor
2 Smartphone/Tablet
Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a
test based on ISO4180.
The packaging consists of environment-friendly, recyclable card-
board. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose
of the packaging material via specialised recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out in due consideration of the notes on
the transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can
cause damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or
concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only
under the following conditions:
• Not in the open
• Dry and dust free
• Not exposed to corrosive media
• Protected against solar radiation
Wireless adjustment
Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage

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• Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
• Storage and transport temperature see chapter " Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
• Relative moisture 20…85%
Storage and transport
temperature

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Technical data
Technical data
Note for approved instruments
The technical data in the respective safety instructions which are included in delivery are valid for
approved instruments (e.g. with Ex approval). These data can differ from the data listed herein,
for example regarding the process conditions or the voltage supply.
All approval documents can be downloaded from our homepage.
Materials and weights
Materials, wetted parts
ƲAntenna PVDF
ƲCounter nut 1) PP
Materials, non-wetted parts
ƲHousing PVDF
ƲCable entry seal FKM
ƲConnection cable PUR
Weight
ƲInstrument 0.7kg (1.543lbs)
ƲConnection cable 0.1kg/m
Mounting connection Thread G1, R1, 1NPT
Torques
Torque counter nut max. 7Nm (5.163lbf ft)
Switch-on phase
Run-up time for UB = 12VDC, 18VDC,
24VDC
<15s
Starting current for run-up time ≤3.6mA
20 mA
≤ 3,6 mA
4 mA
t
2 3 4
1
Fig. 4: Run-up time and measured value output
1 UBOn
2 Run-up time
3 Measured value output
4 UBOff
1) G type threaded connections only

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Power consumption
Sensor current
Operating voltage
12VDC 18VDC 24VDC
≤3.6mA <45mW <65mW <90mW
4mA <50mW <75mW <100mW
20mA <245mW <370mW <485mW
Input variable
Measured variable The measured variable is the distance between the
antenna edge of the sensor and the medium surface.
The antenna edge is also the reference plane for the
measurement.
2
1
Fig. 5: Data of the input variable
1 Reference plane
2 Measured variable, max. measuring range
Max. measuring range 1) 30m (98.43ft)
Recommended measuring range 2) up to 20m (65.62ft)
Min. dielectric constant of the medium 3) εr ≥1.6
blocking distance 4)
ƲModes 1, 2, 4 0mm (0in)
ƲMode 3 ≥250mm (9.843in)
Output variable
Output signal 4…20mA/HART
Range of the output signal 3.8…20.5mA/HART (default setting)
Signal resolution 0.3µA
1) Depending on application and medium
2) With bulk solids
3) Depending on application and medium
4) Depending on the operating conditions

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Resolution, digital 1mm (0.039in)
Fault signal, current output (adjustable) ≤3.6mA, ≥21mA, last valid measured value
Max. output current 22mA
Starting current ≤3.6mA; ≤10mA for 5ms after switching on
Load See load resistance under Power supply
Damping (63% of the input variable),
adjustable
0…999s
HART output values 1)
ƲPV (Primary Value) Lin. percent
ƲSV (Secondary Value) Distance
ƲTV (Third Value) Measurement reliability
ƲQV (Fourth Value) Electronics temperature
Fullled HART specication 7.0
Further information on Manufacturer ID,
Device ID, Device Revision
See website of FieldComm Group
Deviation(accordingtoDINEN60770-1)
Process reference conditions according to DIN EN61298-1
ƲTemperature +18…+30°C (+64…+86°F)
ƲRelative humidity 45…75%
ƲAir pressure 860…1060mbar/86…106kPa (12.5…15.4psig)
Installation reference conditions
ƲDistance to installations >200mm (7.874in)
ƲReector Flat plate reector
ƲFalse reections Biggest false signal, 20dB smaller than the useful
signal
Deviation with liquids ≤2mm (meas. distance >0.25m/0.8202ft)
Non-repeatability 2) ≤2mm
Deviation with bulk solids The values depend to a great extent on the application.
Binding specications are thus not possible.
1) The values for SV, TV and QV can be assigned as required.
2) Already included in the meas. deviation

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0,25 m (0.8202 ft)
10 mm (0.3937 in)
- 10 mm (- 0.3937 in)
2 mm (0.0787 in)
- 2 mm (- 0.0787 in)0
12
Fig. 6: Deviation under reference conditions 1)
1 Antenna edge, reference plane
2 Recommended measuring range
Variablesinuencingmeasurementaccuracy2)
Specicationsapplytothedigitalmeasuredvalue
Temperature drift - Digital value <3mm/10K, max.5mm
Specicationsapplyalsotothecurrentoutput
Temperature drift - Current output <0.03%/10K or max. 0.3% relating to the 16.7mA
span
Deviation in the current output due to
digital/analogue conversion
<15µA
Additional measurement deviation through electromagnetic interference
ƲAccording to NAMUR NE21 <80µA
ƲAccording to EN61326-1 None
ƲAccording to IACSE10 (shipbuilding)/
IEC60945
<250µA
Characteristics and performance data
Measuring frequency W-band (80GHz technology)
Measuring cycle time 3) ≤250ms
Step response time 4) ≤3s
Beam angle 5) 4°
Emitted HF power (depending on the parameter setting) 6)
ƲAverage spectral transmission power
density
-3dBm/MHz EIRP
1) In case of deviations from reference conditions, the offset due to installation can be up to ±4mm. This offset
can be compensated by the adjustment.
2) Determination of the temperature drift acc. to the limit point method
3) With operating voltage UB ≥24VDC
4) Time span after a sudden distance change from 1m to 5m until the output signal reaches 90% of the nal
value for the rst time (IEC61298-2). Valid with operating voltage UB ≥24VDC.
5) Outside the specied beam angle, the energy level of the radar signal is 50% (-3dB) less.
6) EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power

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ƲMax. spectral transmission power
density
+34dBm/50MHz EIRP
ƲMax. power density at a distance of
1m
<3µW/cm²
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature -40…+80°C (-40…+176°F)
Storage and transport temperature -40…+80°C (-40…+176°F)
Mechanical environmental conditions
Vibrations (oscillations) Class 4M8 acc. to IEC60271-3-4 (5g at 4…200Hz)
Impacts (mechanical shock) Class 6M4 acc. to IEC60271-3-6 (50g, 2.3ms)
Impact resistance IK07 acc. to IEC62262
Process conditions
For the process conditions, please also note the specications on the type label. The lowest
value (amount) always applies.
Process temperature -40…+80°C (-40…+176°F)
Process pressure -1…3bar (-100…300kPa/-14.5…43.51psig)
Electromechanical data
Cable entry Fixed connection
Connection cable
ƲConguration Wires, screen braiding, sheathing
ƲWire cross-section 0.5mm² (AWG20)
ƲMin. bending radius (at 25°C/77°F) 25mm (0.984in)
ƲDiameter 6…8mm (0.236…0.315in)
ƲWire isolating and cable cover PUR
ƲColour Black
ƲColour - Exi version Blue
ƲFlame retardant according to IEC60332-1-2, UL1581 (Flametest VW-1)
ƲUV resistance cable cover Colour black: yes
Colour blue: no
Bluetooth interface
Bluetooth standard Bluetooth 5.0
Frequency 2.402…2.480GHz
Max. emitted power +2.2dBm
Max. number of participants 1
Effective range typ. 1) 25m (82ft)
1) Depending on the local conditions

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Adjustment
Adjustment elements 3x keys for menu adjustment
Smartphone/Tablet Adjustment app
Voltagesupply
Operating voltage UB
Ʋat 4mA 12…35VDC
Ʋat 20mA 9…35VDC
Reverse voltage protection Integrated
Permissible residual ripple
Ʋfor 12V<UB<18V ≤0.7Veff (16…400Hz)
Ʋfor 18V<UB<35V ≤1Veff (16…400Hz)
Load resistor
ƲCalculation (UB - Umin)/0.022A
ƲExample - with UB=24VDC (24V - 12V)/0.022A=545Ω
Overvoltage protection
Dielectric strength against metallic
mounting parts
>10kV
Overvoltage resistance (test impulse
voltages 1.2/50µs at 42Ω)
>1000V
Additional overvoltage arrester Due to the oating structure of the electronics and
comprehensive insulation measures generally not
necessary.
Electrical protective measures
Potential separation Electronics potential free up to 500VAC
Protection rating IP66/IP68 (3bar, 24h) acc. to IEC60529,
Type6P acc. to UL50
Altitude above sea level 5000m (16404ft)
Protection class III
Pollution degree 4

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Dimensions
29 mm
(1.14")
130 mm
(5.13")
ø 76 mm
(2.99")
G1;
1 NPT; R1
ø 6 mm
(0.24") SW 41
Fig. 7: Dimensions NivoRadar 4100

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Mounting
General instructions
The instrument is suitable for standard and extended ambient
conditions acc. to DIN/EN/IEC/ANSI/ISA/UL/CSA61010-1. It can be
used indoors as well as outdoors.
Note:
For safety reasons, the instrument must only be operated within
the permissible process conditions. You can nd detailed informa-
tion on the process conditions in chapter " Technical data" of the
operating instructions or on the type label.
Hence make sure before mounting that all parts of the instrument
exposed to the process are suitable for the existing process condi-
tions.
These are mainly:
• Active measuring component
• Process tting
• Process seal
Process conditions in particular are:
• Process pressure
• Process temperature
• Chemical properties of the medium
• Abrasion and mechanical inuences
Mounting versions
For the wall mounting, a mounting bracket with opening for thread
G1 is recommended. The mounting of the device in the bracket is
carried out via the supplied G1 counter nut of plastic. Take note of
chapter " Mounting instructions" for the recommended distance to
the wall.

!PP
Fig. 8: Mounting via a mounting bracket
Ambient conditions
Process conditions
Mounting bracket

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Mounting instructions
Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves.
The polarization is the direction of the electrical component of these
waves.
The position of the polarisation is in the middle of the type label on
the instrument.
1
Fig. 9: Position of the polarisation
1 Middle of the type label
Note:
When the device is rotated, the direction of polarization changes
and hence the inuence of the false echo on the measured value.
Please keep this in mind when mounting or making changes later.
When mounting the device, keep a distance of at least 200mm
(7.874in) from the vessel wall. If the device is installed in the center
of dished or round vessel tops, multiple echoes can arise. However,
these can be suppressed by an appropriate adjustment (see chapter
" Setup").
If you cannot maintain this distance, you should carry out a false
signal suppression during setup. This applies particularly if buildup
on the vessel wall is expected. In such cases, we recommend
repeating the false signal suppression at a later date with existing
buildup.
> 200 mm
(7.87
")
Fig. 10: Mounting of the radar sensor on round vessel tops
In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to mount the
device in the centre of the vessel, as measurement is then possible
down to the bottom.
Polarisation
Installation position

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Fig. 11: Mounting of the radar sensor on vessels with conical bottom
The centre of the antenna lens is the beginning of the measuring
range and at the same time the reference plane for the min./max.
adjustment, see following diagram:
1
Fig. 12: Reference plane
1 Reference plane
Do not mount the instruments in or above the lling stream. Make
sure that you detect the medium surface, not the inowing product.
Fig. 13: Mounting of the radar sensor with inowing medium
Reference plane
Inowingmedium

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For nozzle mounting, the nozzle should be as short as possible and
its end rounded. This reduces false reections from the nozzle.
The antenna edge should protrude at least 5mm (0.2in) out of the
nozzle.
≥ 5 mm
(0.20")
Fig. 14: Recommended socket mounting of NivoRadar 4100
If the reective properties of the medium are good, you can mount
NivoRadar 4100 on sockets longer than the antenna. The socket
end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded.
Note:
When mounting on longer nozzles, we recommend carrying out a
false signal suppression (see chapter " Parameter adjustment").
You will nd recommended values for socket heights in the following
illustration or the table. The values come from typical applications.
Deviating from the proposed dimensions, also longer sockets are
possible, however the local conditions must be taken into account.
d
h
Fig. 15: Socket mounting with deviating socket dimensions
Socket diameter d Socket length h
80mm 3" ≤300mm ≤11.8in
100mm 4" ≤400mm ≤15.8in
150mm 6" ≤600mm ≤23.6in
The mounting location of the radar sensor should be a place where
no other equipment or xtures cross the path of the radar signals.
Vessel installations, such as e.g. ladders, limit switches, heating
spirals, struts, etc., can cause false echoes and impair the useful
echo. Make sure when planning your measuring point that the radar
sensor has a " clear view" to the measured product.
Nozzle
Vesselinstallations

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In case of existing vessel installations, a false signal suppression
should be carried out during setup.
If large vessel installations such as struts or supports cause false
echoes, these can be attenuated through supplementary measures.
Small, inclined sheet metal bafes above the installations " scatter"
the radar signals and prevent direct interfering reections.
Fig. 16: Cover at, large-area proles with deectors
In liquids, direct the device as perpendicular as possible to the
medium surface to achieve optimum measurement results.
Fig. 17: Alignment in liquids
In order to measure as much of the vessel volume as possible, the
device should be aligned so that the radar signal reaches the lowest
level in the vessel. In a cylindrical silo with conical outlet, the sensor
is mounted anywhere from one third to one half of the vessel radius
from the outside wall (see following drawing).
Alignment - Liquids
Orientation - Bulk solids