Vega VEGAPULS 69 User manual

Quick setup guide
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of bulk solids
VEGAPULS 69
HART and accumulator pack
Document ID: 47254

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Contents
VEGAPULS 69 • HART and accumulator pack
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Contents
1 For your safety
1.1 Authorised personnel ....................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Appropriate use................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Warning about incorrect use............................................................................................. 3
1.4 General safety instructions............................................................................................... 3
1.5 EU conformity................................................................................................................... 4
1.6 NAMUR recommendations .............................................................................................. 4
1.7 Radio license for Europe .................................................................................................. 4
1.8 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 5
2 Product description
2.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 6
3 Mounting
3.1 Mounting preparations, mounting strap............................................................................ 7
3.2 Mounting instructions ....................................................................................................... 7
4 Connecting to power supply
4.1 Connection of the battery charger .................................................................................... 9
4.2 Wiring plan ....................................................................................................................... 9
5 Set up with the display and adjustment module
5.1 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 11
5.2 Parameter adjustment - Quick setup .............................................................................. 11
5.3 Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment................................................................ 13
5.4 Menu overview ............................................................................................................... 16
6 Supplement
6.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 19
Information:
This quick setup guide enables quick setup and commissioning of
your instrument.
Youcanndsupplementaryinformationinthecorresponding,more
detailed Operating Instructions Manual as well as the Safety Manual
thatcomeswithinstrumentswithSILqualication.Thesemanualsare
available in the download area of "www.vega.com".
Operating instructions VEGAPULS 69 - HART and power pack:
Document-ID 47248
Editing status of the quick setup guide: 2017-08-10

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1 For your safety
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1 For your safety
1.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must
be carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the
plant operator.
During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
1.2 Appropriate use
The VEGAPULS 69 is a sensor for continuous level measurement.
Due to the integrated accumulator the instrument is particularly
suitable as a portable measuring system or test sensor for special
applications.
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.
1.3 Warning about incorrect use
Inappropriate or incorrect use of this product can give rise to applica-
tion-specichazards,e.g.vesseloverllthroughincorrectmounting
or adjustment. Damage to property and persons or environmental
contamination can result. Also, the protective characteristics of the
instrument can be impaired.
1.4 General safety instructions
This is a state-of-the-art instrument complying with all prevailing
regulations and directives. The instrument must only be operated in a
technicallyawlessandreliablecondition.Theoperatorisresponsi-
ble 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.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the necessary occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new regula-
tions.
The safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the na-
tional 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. Arbi-
traryconversionsormodicationsareexplicitlyforbidden.Forsafety
reasons,onlytheaccessoryspeciedbythemanufacturermustbe
used.

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1 For your safety
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To avoid any danger, the safety approval markings and safety tips on
the device must also be observed and their meaning looked up in this
operating instructions manual.
Depending on the instrument version, the emitting frequencies are in
the C, K or W band range. The low emission power is far below the
internationally approved limit values. When used correctly, the device
poses no danger to health.
1.5 EU conformity
ThedevicefullsthelegalrequirementsoftheapplicableEUdirec-
tives.ByaxingtheCEmarking,weconrmtheconformityofthe
instrument with these directives.
YoucanndtheEUconformitydeclarationonourwebsiteunder
www.vega.com/downloads.
1.6 NAMUR recommendations
NAMUR is the automation technology user association in the process
industry in Germany. The published NAMUR recommendations are
acceptedasthestandardineldinstrumentation.
ThedevicefullstherequirementsofthefollowingNAMURrecom-
mendations:
• NE 21 – Electromagnetic compatibility of equipment
• NE 43 – Signal level for fault information from measuring transduc-
ers
• NE53–Compatibilityofelddevicesanddisplay/adjustment
components
• NE107-Self-monitoringanddiagnosisofelddevices
For further information see www.namur.de.
1.7 Radio license for Europe
The instrument was tested according to the latest issue of the follow-
ingharmonizedstandards:
• EN 302372 - Tank Level Probing Radar
• EN 302729 - Level Probing Radar
It is hence approved for use inside and outside closed vessels in
countries of the EU.
Use is also approved in EFTA countries, provided the respective
standards have been implemented.
For operation inside of closed vessels, points a to f in annex E of
EN302372mustbefullled.
For operation outside of closed vessels, the following conditions must
befullled:
• The instrument must be stationary mounted and the antenna
directed vertically downward
• The instrument may only be used outside closed vessels in the
version with G1½ or 1½ NPT thread with integrated horn antenna.

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• The mounting location must be at least 4 km away from radio
astronomy stations, unless special permission was granted by the
responsible national approval authority
• When installed within 4 to 40 km of a radio astronomy station,
the instrument must not be mounted higher than 15 m above the
ground.
Youcanndalistoftherespectiveradioastronomystationsinchap-
ter "Supplement".
1.8 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties.
That is why we have introduced an environment management system
with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro-
tection.Theenvironmentmanagementsystemiscertiedaccording
to DIN EN ISO 14001.
Pleasehelpusfullthisobligationbyobservingtheenvironmental
instructions in this manual:
• Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
• Chapter "Disposal"

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2 Product description
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2 Product description
2.1 Conguration
Thetypelabelcontainsthemostimportantdataforidenticationand
use of the instrument:
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Fig. 1: Layout of the type label (example)
1 Instrument type
2 Product code
3 Approvals
4 Power supply and signal output, electronics
5 Protection rating
6 Measuring range
7 Process and ambient temperature, process pressure
8 Material, wetted parts
9 Hardware and software version
10 Order number
11 Serial number of the instrument
12 Data matrix code for VEGA Tools app
13 Symbol of the device protection class
14 ID numbers, instrument documentation
15 Reminder to observe the instrument documentation
The type label contains the serial number of the instrument. With it
youcanndthefollowinginstrumentdataonourhomepage:
• Product code (HTML)
• Delivery date (HTML)
• Order-specicinstrumentfeatures(HTML)
• Operating instructions and quick setup guide at the time of ship-
ment (PDF)
• Order-specicsensordataforanelectronicsexchange(XML)
• Testcerticate(PDF)-optional
Go to "www.vega.com", "Instrument search (serial number)". Enter
the serial number.
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:
• Download the smartphone app "VEGA Tools" from the "Apple App
Store" or the "Google Play Store"
• Scan the Data Matrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
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3 Mounting
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3 Mounting
3.1 Mounting preparations, mounting strap
The mounting strap is supplied unassembled (optionally) and must be
screwed to the sensor before setup with three hexagon socket screws
M5 x 10 and spring washers. Max. torque, see chapter "Technical
data".Requiredtools:Allenwrenchsize4.
Therearetwodierentvariantsofscrewingthestraptothesensor,
see following illustration:
1 2
Fig. 2: Mounting strap for screwing to the sensor
1 For angle of inclination in steps
2 Forangleofinclination,innitelyvariable
Depending on the selected variant, the sensor can be rotated in the
strap:
• Single chamber housing
– Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180°
– Angleofinclination180°,innitelyvariable
• Double chamber housing
– Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90°
– Angleofinclination90°,innitelyvariable
3.2 Mounting instructions
Radar sensors for level measurement emit electromagnetic waves.
Thepolarizationisthedirectionoftheelectricalcomponentofthese
waves.
Thepolarizationdirectionismarkedbyanoseonthehousing,see
following drawing:
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Fig. 3: Position of the polarisation
1 Nose for marking the direction of polarisation
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Information:
Whenthehousing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.
Mount the sensor at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel
wall.
200 mm
(7.87
")
Fig. 4: Mounting the radar sensor on the vessel top
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.
Installation position

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4 Connecting to power supply
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4 Connecting to power supply
4.1 Connection of the battery charger
We recommended charging the integrated accumulator completely
beforesettinguptheinstrument.Youcanndthechargingtimein
chapter "Technical data".
The battery charger is plugged into a socket in the supply room, see
chapter "Wiring plan".
The LEDs in the supply room show the charging process and condi-
tion of the accumulator, see chapter "Wiring plan".
4.2 Wiring plan
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0
5
1
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2
7
3
8
4
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modes
4 ON/OFF
3 ON/OFF 1h
1,2 OFF
Charge Accu
5..9 auto cycle
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+
( ) (-)
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Fig. 5: Supply room
1 Internal connection of the socket for the battery charger
2 Mode switch
3 LED green, charging process
4 LED yellow, charging status
5 Socket for the battery charger
The mode switch enables the selection of the following modes:
• 0=sensoro,LEDsshowtheaccumulatorstatus
• 1,2=sensoro,LEDso
• 3 = sensor on for 1 hour after pressing a key (delivery status)
• 4=sensorpermanentlyon,switchingon/oviabutton
• 5 = sensor is switched on every 30 minutes for 3 minutes
• 6 = sensor is switched on every hour for 3 min.
• 7 = sensor is switched on every 6 hours for 3 minutes
• 8 = sensor is switched on every 12 hours for 3 minutes
• 9 = sensor is switched on every 24 hours for 3 minutes
ThegreenLEDcharacterizesthechargingprocess:
• LEDashes=Accumulatorischarging
• LED lights = accumulator is full, battery charger should be
unplugged (accumulator life time)
After pressing the key or changing the mode the yellow LED shows
the accumulator status for approximately 10 s as follows:
• LED lights = accumulator is full
• LEDashes=accumulatorshouldbecharged
Supply room

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• LEDo=accumulatorisempty

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5 Set up with the display and adjustment
module
5.1 Insert display and adjustment module
The display and adjustment module can be inserted into the sensor
andremovedagainatanytime.Youcanchooseanyoneoffourdier-
ent positions - each displaced by 90°. It is not necessary to interrupt
the power supply.
Proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the housing lid
2. Place the display and adjustment module on the electronics in the
desired position and turn it to the right until it snaps in.
3. Screw housing lid with inspection window tightly back on
Disassembly is carried out in reverse order.
The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad-
ditional connection is not necessary.
Fig. 6: Insertion of the display and adjustment module
Note:
Ifyouintendtoretrottheinstrumentwithadisplayandadjustment
module for continuous measured value indication, a higher lid with an
inspection glass is required.
5.2 Parameter adjustment - Quick setup
To quickly and easily adapt the sensor to the application, select
the menu item "Quick setup" in the start graphic on the display and
adjustment module.
Carry out the following steps with the [->] key in the below sequence.

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Youcannd"Extended adjustment" in the next sub-chapter.
1. Measurement loop name
Intherstmenuitemyouassignasuitablemeasurementloopname.
Permitted are names with max. 19 characters.
2. Medium
In this menu item you select the type of bulk solid.The selection com-
prisesdierentgranulatesizes.
3. Application/Vessel bottom
In this menu item you specify the application and the form of the ves-
sel bottom.
4. Vessel height/Measuring range
In this menu item you enter the height of the vessel and hence the
active measuring range.
5. Max. adjustment
In this menu item you carry out the max. adjustment.
Enterthemeasuringdistancefor100%lling.
6. Min. adjustment
In this menu item you carry out the min. adjustment.
Enterthemeasuringdistancefor0%lling.

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7. Termination
"Quick setup terminated successfully"isbrieydisplayed.Theecho
curve of the setup is stored automatically.
Thequicksetupisnished.
The return to the measured value indication is carried out through the
[->] or [ESC] keys or automatically after 3 s
5.3 Parameter adjustment - Extended adjustment
Themainmenuisdividedintovesectionswiththefollowingfunc-
tions:
Setup: Settings, e.g., for measurement loop name, units, application,
adjustment, signal output
Display: Settings, e.g., for language, measured value display, light-
ing
Diagnosis: Information, for example, on device status, peak value,
simulation, echo curve
Additional adjustments: Date/Time, reset, copy function, scaling,
currentoutput,falsesignalsuppression,linearization,HARTmode,
special parameters
Info: Instrument name, hardware and software version, calibration
date, instrument features
In the main menu item "Setup", the individual submenu items
should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct
parameters to ensure optimum adjustment of the measurement. The
procedure is described in the following.
Since the radar sensor is a distance measuring instrument, the
distance from the sensor to the product surface is measured. To
indicate the actual level, an allocation of the measured distance to the
percentage height must be carried out.
To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty ves-
sel, see the following example:
Main menu
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1
3
100%
0%
1 m
(39.37
")
35 m
(1378
")
Fig. 7: Parameterisation example, Min./max. adjustment
1 Min. level = max. measuring distance
2 Max. level = min. measuring distance
3 Reference plane
If these values are not known, an adjustment with the distances of e.g.
10%and90%ispossible.Startingpointforthesedistancespecica-
tionsisalwaysthesealingsurfaceofthethreadorange.Youcannd
specicationsonthereferenceplaneinchapter"Technical data". The
actual level is calculated on the basis of these settings.
The actual product level during this adjustment is not important,
because the min./max. adjustment is always carried out without
changing the product level.These settings can be made ahead of
time without the instrument having to be installed.
The function "Setup" allows the echo curve to be saved at the time of
setup.
Information:
This is generally recommended, however, for use of the Asset
Management functions it is absolutely necessary. Saving should be
carried out with a very low level.
The function "Echo curve memory" allows up to ten individual echo
curves to be stored, for example to detect the measurement behav-
iourofthesensorindierentoperatingconditions.
With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC, the stored echo
curvescanbedisplayedwithhighresolutionandusedtorecognize
signal changes over time. In addition, the echo curve saved during
setup can also be displayed in the echo curve window and compared
with the current echo curve.
Diagnostics - Echo curve
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Thefollowingcircumstancescauseinterferingreectionsandcan
inuencethemeasurement:
• High mounting sockets
• Vessel internals such as struts
• Agitators
• Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls
Note:
A false signal suppression detects, marks and saves these false
signals to ensure that they are ignored in the level measurement.
This should be done with the lowest possible level so that all potential
interferingreectionscanbedetected.
Proceed as follows:
1. Select with [->] the menu item "False signal suppression" and
conrmwith[OK].
2. Conrmagainwith[OK].
3. Conrmagainwith[OK].
4. Conrmagainwith[OK] and enter the actual distance from the
sensor to the product surface.
5. All interfering signals in this range are detected by the sensor and
storedafterbeingconrmedwith[OK].
Note:
Check the distance to the product surface, because if an incorrect
(too large) value is entered, the existing level will be saved as a false
signal. The level would then no longer be detectable in this area.
Additional settings - False
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If a false signal suppression has already been saved in the sensor,
the following menu window appears when selecting "False signal
suppression":
Delete: An already created false signal suppression will be com-
pletely deleted. This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no
longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel.
Extend: is used to extend an already created false signal suppres-
sion. This is useful if a false signal suppression was carried out with
too high a level and not all false signals could be detected. When
selecting "Extend", the distance to the product surface of the created
false signal suppression is displayed. This value can now be changed
and the false signal suppression can be extended to this range.
5.4 Menu overview
Menu item Parameter Default setting
Measurement
loop name
Sensor
Units Distance in m
Temperature in °C
Application Medium Crushed stones/gravel
Application Silo
Vessel bottom Flat
Vessel height/
Measuring range
120 m
Adjustment Min. adjustment 120 m
0.00 %
Max. adjustment 0,000 m(d)
100.00 %
Damping Integration time 0.0 s
Current output Current output -
Mode
Output characteristics
4 … 20 mA
Reaction when malfunctions occur
≤3.6mA
Current output -
Min./Max.
3.8 mA
20.5 mA
Lock adjustment Released
Menu item Default setting
Menu language Order-specic
Setup
Display

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Menu item Default setting
Displayed value 1 Filling height in %
Displayed value 2 Electronics temperature in °C
Backlight Switched on
Menu item Parameter Default setting
Sensor status -
Peak value Distance -
Meas. certainty -
Peak values, ad-
ditional
Temperature -
Curve indication Echo curve -
False signal sup-
pression
-
Simulation Percent
Echo curve
memory
Percent
Menu item Parameter Default setting
Date/Time Actual date/Actual time
Reset -
Copy in-
strument
settings
-
Scaling Scalingsize Volume in l
Scaling format 0 % corresponds to 0 l
100 % corresponds to 0 l
Current out-
put 1
Current output - Meas. vari-
able
Lin. percent - Level
Current output - Adjustment 0 … 100 % correspond to
4 … 20 mA
Current out-
put 2
Current output - Meas. vari-
able
Lin. percent - Level
Current output - Adjustment 0 … 100 % correspond to
4 … 20 mA
False signal
suppression
-
Linearization Linear
HART mode Address 0
Special pa-
rameters
-
Diagnostics
Additional settings

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Menu item Parameter
Device name VEGAPULS 6.
Instrument version Hardware and software version
Factory calibration
date
Date
Sensor characteristics Order-speciccharacteristics
Info

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6 Supplement
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6 Supplement
6.1 Technical data
Note for approved instruments
The technical data in the respective safety instructions are valid for approved instruments (e.g. with
Exapproval).Thesedatacandierfromthedatalistedherein,forexampleregardingtheprocess
conditions or the voltage supply.
External battery charger
Mains voltage 100 … 240 V AC
Output voltage 24 V DC
Max. output current (short-circuit proof) 500 mA
Load current limitation 70 mA
DC plug (inside plus, outside minus) 2.1 mm
Integrated accumulator
Type Lithium ions
Voltage 14.8 V
Accumulator capacity 4.7 Wh
Charging period from 0 % to 100 % approx. 4 h
Operating time after 10 minutes charging
of 0 %
> 3 h
Operating time in mode 4 (sensor per-
manently on) with completely charged
accumulator
> 60 h
Temperature range
ƲCharge accumulator 0 … +45° C (+32 … +167 °F)
ƲAccumulator operation -20 … +60° C (-4 … +140 °F)
Temperature derating accumulator capacity
Ʋ+25° C (+77 °F) 100 %
Ʋ-10° C (+14 °F) 50 %

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