Vega VEGAPULS 66 User manual

Quick setup guide
Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of liquids
VEGAPULS 66
Probus PA
Standpipe version
Document ID: 47150

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Contents
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
47150-EN-210621
Contents
1 For your safety ......................................................................................................................... 3
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 Radio license for USA ...................................................................................................... 4
1.9 Environmental instructions ............................................................................................... 5
2 Product description ................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Conguration.................................................................................................................... 6
3 Mounting................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Mounting instructions ....................................................................................................... 7
4 Connecting to the bus system................................................................................................ 8
4.1 Connecting....................................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Wiring plan, single chamber housing................................................................................ 9
4.3 Wiring plan, double chamber housing .............................................................................. 9
5 Set up with the display and adjustment module ................................................................ 11
5.1 Insert display and adjustment module............................................................................ 11
5.2 Parameter adjustment .................................................................................................... 12
5.3 Menu overview ............................................................................................................... 15
6 Set up with smartphone/tablet, PC/notebook via Bluetooth ............................................. 17
6.1 Preparations................................................................................................................... 17
6.2 Connecting..................................................................................................................... 18
6.3 Sensor parameter adjustment........................................................................................ 18
7 Supplement ............................................................................................................................ 20
7.1 Technical data ................................................................................................................ 20
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 on our homepage.
Operating instructions VEGAPULS 66 - Probus PA - Standpipe
version: Document-ID 36525
Editing status of the quick setup guide: 2021-06-10

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1 For your safety
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
47150-EN-210621
1 For your safety
1.1 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 protective
equipment must always be worn.
1.2 Appropriate use
VEGAPULS 66 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.
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.
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.
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 inter-
nationally 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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1 For your safety
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
47150-EN-210621
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.
The EU conformity declaration can be found on our homepage.
Electromagnetic compatibility
Instruments in four-wire or Ex-d-ia version are designed for use in an
industrial environment. Nevertheless, electromagnetic interference
from electrical conductors and radiated emissions must be taken into
account, as is usual with class A instruments according to EN 61326-
1. If the instrument is used in a dierent environment, the electromag-
netic compatibility to other instruments must be ensured by suitable
measures.
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 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
It is hence approved for use inside 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.
1.8 Radio license for USA
This approval is only valid for USA. Hence the following text is only
available in the English language.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference, and
• This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device

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1 For your safety
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
47150-EN-210621
This device is approved for unrestricted use only inside closed, sta-
tionary vessels made of metal, reinforced berglass or concrete.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the manufac-
turer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
1.9 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
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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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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1
15
13
14
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11
5
3
6
4
7
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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
Move to " www.vega.com" and enter in the search eld the serial
number of your instrument.
Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone:
• Download the VEGA Tools app from the " Apple App Store" or the
" Google Play Store"
• Scan the DataMatrix code on the type label of the instrument or
• Enter the serial number manually in the app
Type label
Serial number - Instru-
ment search

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3 Mounting
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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3 Mounting
3.1 Mounting instructions
1. In case of turbulences or strong product movement in the vessel,
long standpipe antennas should be fastened to the vessel wall.
2. The measurement is only possible inside the tube, the standpipe
antenna must hence reach up to the requested min. level
For further information see chapter " Mounting".
Mounting

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4 Connecting to the bus system
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4 Connecting to the bus system
4.1 Connecting
The voltage supply and signal output are connected via the spring-
loaded terminals in the housing.
Connection to the display and adjustment module or to the interface
adapter is carried out via contact pins in the housing.
Information:
The terminal block is pluggable and can be removed from the
electronics. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriver
and pull it out. When reinserting the terminal block, you should hear it
snap in.
Proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the housing lid
2. If a display and adjustment module is installed, remove it by turn-
ing it slightly to the left
3. Loosen compression nut of the cable gland and remove blind
plug
4. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip approx.
1 cm (0.4 in) of insulation from the ends of the individual wires
5. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry
1 2
Fig. 2: Connection steps 5 and 6
1 Single chamber housing
2 Double chamber housing
6. Insert the wire ends into the terminals according to the wiring plan
Note:
Solid cores as well as exible cores with wire end sleeves are insert-
ed directly into the terminal openings. In case of exible cores without
end sleeves, press the terminal from above with a small screwdriver,
the terminal opening is then free.When the screwdriver is released,
the terminal closes again.
7. Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly pulling on
them
8. Connect the shielding to the internal ground terminal, connect the
external ground terminal to potential equalisation
Connection technology
Connection procedure

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4 Connecting to the bus system
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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9. Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry gland. The seal
ring must completely encircle the cable
10. Reinsert the display and adjustment module, if one was installed
11. Screw the housing lid back on
The electrical connection is nished.
4.2 Wiring plan, single chamber housing
The following illustration applies to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia
version.
5
00
5
1
6
2
7
3
8
4
9
0
5
1
6
2
7
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0
1
678
Bus
2
3
4
5
12
+
( ) (-)
1
Fig. 3: Electronics and connection compartment - single chamber housing
1 Voltage supply, signal output
2 For display and adjustment module or interface adapter
3 Selection switch for instrument address
4 For external display and adjustment unit
5 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening
4.3 Wiring plan, double chamber housing
The following illustrations apply to the non-Ex as well as to the Ex-ia
version.
Bus
5
12
+
( ) (-)
678
2
3
4
1
Fig. 4: Connection compartment - double chamber housing
1 Voltage supply, signal output
2 For display and adjustment module or interface adapter
3 For external display and adjustment unit
4 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screening
Electronics and connec-
tion compartment
Connection compartment

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4 Connecting to the bus system
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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Information:
Parallel use of an external display and adjustment unit and a display
and adjustment module in the connection compartment is not sup-
ported.

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5 Set up with the display and adjustment module
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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. 5: Installing the display and adjustment module in the electronics compart-
ment of the single chamber housing

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5 Set up with the display and adjustment module
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1 2
Fig. 6: Installing the display and adjustment module in the double chamber
housing
1 In the electronics compartment
2 In the connection compartment
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
The instrument is preset by default with the suitable parameters for "
Application", " Min. adjustment" and " Max. adjustment".
For adaptation of the parameter " Medium" you have to proceed as
follows:
1. Go to the menu " Setup" via the display and adjustment module.
2. In the menu item " Medium"you select the medium of your ap-
plication, for example " Solvent".
The radar sensor measures the distance from the sensor to the
medium surface. For indication of the real level, an allocation of the
measured distance to the percentage height must be carried out.
Set parameters
Parameterization example

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5 Set up with the display and adjustment module
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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100%
0%
0,5 m
(19.68
")
5 m
(196.9
")
2
1
3
Fig. 7: Parameterization example
1 Min. level = max. measuring distance
2 Max. level = min. measuring distance
For this adjustment, the distance is entered when the vessel is full
and nearly empty. If these values are not known, an adjustment with
other distances, for example, 10 % and 90 % is also possible. Starting
point for these distance specications is always the seal surface of
the thread or ange.
The function " Echo curve memory" makes it possible to save the
echo curve at the time of setup.This is generally recommended, and
it is absolutely necessary if you want to use the Asset Management
functions. If possible, the curve should be saved with a low level in the
vessel.
With the adjustment software PACTware and a PC, a high resolution
echo curve can be displayed and used to recognize signal changes
during operation. In addition, the echo curve of setup can be dis-
played in the echo curve window and compared with the current echo
curve.
The following circumstances cause interfering reections and can
inuence the measurement:
• High mounting nozzles
• Vessel internals such as struts
• Agitators
• Buildup or welded joints on vessel walls
Diagnostics - Echo curve
memory
Additional settings - False
signal suppression

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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 3-times with [OK] and enter the actual distance from the
sensor to the product surface.
3. 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 medium 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.
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 medium 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.

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5.3 Menu overview
Menu item Parameter Default setting
Measurement
loop name
Sensor
Medium Liquid
Water based
Application Storage tank
Vessel shape Vessel top Dished form
Vessel bottom Dished form
Vessel height/
Measuring range
Length of standpipe ex factory
Max. adjustment 0,000 m(d)
100.00 %
Min. adjustment 35 m
0.00 %
AI FB1 Channnel PV (lin. perc.)
AI FB1 scaling
unit
Height
%
AI FB1 scaling 0.00 lin %, 0.00 %
100.00 lin %, 100.00 %
AI FB1 damping 0 s
Lock adjustment Released
Menu item Default setting
Language Order-specic
Displayed value Filling height in %
Backlight Switched on
Menu item Parameter Default setting
Device status -
Peak value indi-
cator
Distance -
Electronics tem-
perature, further
Temperature -
Measurement re-
liability
-
Simulation Percent
Curve display Echo curve -
False signal sup-
pression
-
Setup
Display
Diagnostics

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Menu item Parameter Default setting
Echo curve mem-
ory
-
Menu item Default setting
Instrument units Distance in m
Temperature in °C
Unit SV 2 Distance in m
Probe length Length of standpipe ex factory
False signal suppression -
Linearisation Linear
PIN -
Date/Time Actual date/Actual time
Reset -
Copy instrument settings -
Menu item Parameter
Device name VEGAPULS 6.
Instrument version Hardware and software version
Date of manufacture Date
Probus ident number 4-digit, hexadecimal
Instrument features Order-specic characteristics
Additional adjustments
Info

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6 Set up with smartphone/tablet, PC/notebook via Bluetooth
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6 Set up with smartphone/tablet, PC/
notebook via Bluetooth
6.1 Preparations
Make sure that the Bluetooth function of the display and adjustment
module is activated. For this, the switch on the bottom side must be
set to " On".
1
On
O
Fig. 8: Activate Bluetooth
1 Switch
On = Bluetooth active
O = Bluetooth not active
The security concept of Bluetooth operation absolutely requires that
the default setting of the sensor PIN be changed. This prevents unau-
thorized access to the sensor.
The default setting of the sensor PIN is " 0000". First of all you have
to change the sensor PIN in the adjustment menu of the sensor, e.g.
to " 1111":
1. In the adjustment menu, go to " Additional adjustments", " PIN"
Note:
The menu item " PIN" is only displayed if in the menu " Setup", " Lock/
Unlock adjustment" the adjustment is released.
2. Change sensor PIN
Activate Bluetooth
Change sensor PIN

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6 Set up with smartphone/tablet, PC/notebook via Bluetooth
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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Note:
Bluetooth access can only be established if the current sensor PIN
diers from the default setting " 0000". It is possible both when the
PIN is deactivated and when it is activated (adjustment menu "
Setup", " Lock/Unlock adjustment").
6.2 Connecting
Smartphone/Tablet
Start the adjustment app and select the function "Setup". The smart-
phone/tablet searches automatically for Bluetooth-capable instru-
ments in the area.
PC/Notebook
Start PACTware and the VEGA project assistant. Select the device
search via Bluetooth and start the search function.The device auto-
matically searches for Bluetooth-capable devices in the vicinity.
The message " Instrument search running" is displayed. All devices
found are listed in the operating window. The search is automatically
continued continuously.
Select in the device list the requested device.The message " Con-
necting" is displayed.
For the rst connection, the operating device and the sensor must
authenticate each other. After successful authentication, the next con-
nection functions without authentication.
For authentication, enter in the next menu window the 4-digit sensor
PIN.
6.3 Sensor parameter adjustment
The sensor parameterization is carried out via the adjustment app on
the smartphone/tablet or the DTM on the PC/notebook.
Preparations
Connecting
Authenticate

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6 Set up with smartphone/tablet, PC/notebook via Bluetooth
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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Fig. 9: Example of an app view - Setup sensor adjustment
App view

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7 Supplement
VEGAPULS 66 • Probus PA
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7 Supplement
7.1 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 dier from the data listed herein, for
example regarding the process conditions or the voltage supply.
All approval documents can be downloaded from our homepage.
Electromechanical data - version IP66/IP67 and IP66/IP68 (0.2 bar)
Options of the cable entry
Ʋ Cable entry M20 x 1.5; ½ NPT
Ʋ Cable gland M20 x 1.5; ½ NPT (cable ø see below table)
ƲBlind plug M20 x 1.5; ½ NPT
ƲClosing cap ½ NPT
Material ca-
ble gland
Material seal
insert
Cable diameter
4.5 … 8.5 mm 5 … 9 mm 6 … 12 mm 7 … 12 mm 10 … 14 mm
PA NBR - ● ● -●
Brass, nickel-
plated
NBR ● ● ● - -
Stainless
steel
NBR -● ● -●
Wire cross-section (spring-loaded terminals)
ƲMassive wire, stranded wire 0.2 … 2.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 14)
ƲStranded wire with end sleeve 0.2 … 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 16)
Voltage supply
Operating voltage UB9 … 32 V DC
Operating voltage - with Bluetooth
switched on
11.6 … 32 V DC
Operating voltage UBwith lighting
switched on
13.5 … 32 V DC
Number of sensors per DP/PA segment
coupler, max.
32