vonRoll hydro ORTOMAT-LC User manual

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Operating instructions
ORTOMAT-LC system
Release : SW Vers. 4.6.1 or higher
Last mod. : 01.02.10
1. System overview........................................................................................... 3
1.1. ORTOMAT leak detection system................................................................... 3
1.2. ORTOMAT-LC datalogger ............................................................................. 4
1.3. ORTOMAT controller.................................................................................... 6
1.3.1. Menu „read-out list“ .............................................................................. 7
1.4. PC software ............................................................................................... 8
2. ORTOMAT PC software .................................................................................. 9
2.1. Installing and restarting the software............................................................ 9
2.1.1. Device drivers ...................................................................................... 9
2.1.1.1. RFID interface................................................................................. 9
2.1.1.2. ORTOMAT controller ........................................................................ 9
2.2. Starting the software .................................................................................11
2.2.1. Opening a logger list ............................................................................11
2.2.2. User interface......................................................................................11
2.3. ORTOMAT logger list ..................................................................................12
2.3.1. Entries/displays in the logger list ...........................................................12
2.3.2. Registering new dataloggers on the list ..................................................13
2.3.3. Formatting logger entries/location .........................................................13
2.4. Main menu ...............................................................................................14
2.4.1. File -> Open........................................................................................14
2.4.2. File -> New .........................................................................................14
2.4.3. File -> Save a Backup ..........................................................................14
2.4.4. File -> Insert Logger without Establishing Connection ..............................14
2.4.5. File -> Insert Logger from Another File...................................................14
2.4.6. File -> Page Setup ...............................................................................14
2.4.7. File -> Print ........................................................................................15
2.4.8. Displays..............................................................................................15
2.4.9. Sorting ...............................................................................................16
2.4.10. Settings..............................................................................................17
2.4.10.1. ORTOMAT settings..........................................................................17
2.4.10.2. GSM settings .................................................................................17
2.4.11. [X].....................................................................................................18
2.5. Measurement graphics ...............................................................................18
2.5.1. Deleting measurements ........................................................................19
2.5.2. Creating reports ..................................................................................19

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3. Programming the ORTOMAT datalogger...................................................... 20
3.1. RFID interface...........................................................................................20
3.2. Connecting the datalogger ..........................................................................20
3.3. Importing the measurements......................................................................21
3.3.1. Deleting measurements in the logger .....................................................22
3.4. Programming parameters into the datalogger ...............................................22
3.4.1. Measuring time....................................................................................23
3.4.2. Transmission time................................................................................24
3.4.3. Transmission setting ............................................................................24
3.4.4. Magnet control function ........................................................................25
3.4.5. Symbols in the connection terminal........................................................25
3.4.6. Leak threshold/filters/zero level.............................................................26
3.4.7. LED settings........................................................................................28
3.5. Logger function test...................................................................................28
4. Programming the ORTOMAT controller ....................................................... 29
4.1. Connecting the controller ...........................................................................29
4.2. Importing the measurements......................................................................29
4.3. Programming parameters into the controller .................................................30
4.3.1. Loading a changed or new logger list......................................................30
4.3.2. Basic controller settings........................................................................30

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1. System overview
1.1. ORTOMAT leak detection system
With their permanent leak monitoring system, ORTOMAT units
are fitted to the water supply to enable the water main system
(including the supply pipes) to be checked for leak sounds on a
large-scale basis.
The aim is to analyse the sound structures of the period in which
consumption is at its lowest level between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m.
ORTOMAT dataloggers are fitted with a microprocessor and
intelligent software, which decide whether there are any leaks
immediately after a measuring period.
Leaks are thus immediately recognised and are available for the wireless readout of the
water supply. With the new ORTOMAT system, battery requirements are arranged to
permit a battery service life of 10 years.
Wherever possible, ORTOMAT dataloggers are integrated into the water mains without
any structural measures. Gate-valve operating spindles, gate-valve shafts, in-house
installations or spot drilling are only a few of the ways they can be adapted.
The data recording of the sounds emanating from the different sections of the
water mains is saved in the electronic memory of an ORTOMAT datalogger and is
available for analysis during the programmable transmission periods. The water
supply authority uses an ORTOMAT controller to collect the measurements saved
(40 nights) by driving to the measurement locations individually. As soon as a
measurement location is reached, the ORTOMAT controller beeps to indicate that
data has been saved in the intelligent memory and an acoustic signal is emitted
to indicate whether there is a leak or not. The data measurements can be
displayed either numerically and/or graphically and viewed on the ORTOMAT
controller’s graphic display. Data is transferred to a PC for the purpose of
storage.
Data measurements are either analysed using an ORTOMAT
controller or a PC. For this purpose, one measurement is
available to us per day and this is the lowest value measured. If
there are no leaks, the lowest measurement is very low and
amounts to a value in the region of 0dB. If the lowest
measurement is high (e.g. higher than 10dB), exceptional
sounds are present, which must be defined and located.
The ORTOMAT system offers convincing proof of the reliability of leak identification with
several thousand dataloggers/measuring points already in operation. The system
frequently identifies leaks that are still very minor in nature and thus prevents
consequential damage whose extent we are probably not yet aware of. Leaks can be
pinpointed for inclusion in daily work routines and repaired during normal working hours.
Naturally, pipe bursts requiring immediate attention can occur even with this system.
However, the number of night callouts in water supply districts using ORTOMAT systems
has been substantially reduced.

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1.2. ORTOMAT-LC datalogger
The ORTOMAT-LC datalogger is the central measuring unit of the monitoring system.
The unit has the following basic function: each night, it analyses the vibrations in the
area it monitors and, when a measuring phase has been completed, it decides whether
there is a leak or not.
During the day, it communicates these measurements by means of radio signals.
However, these can also be exported from the unit directly via the LEDs (light-emitting
diodes), or by a connection and importing via the PC software.
After the required parameters have been completed using ORTOMAT software,
dataloggers work totally autonomously. A special lithium cell, which is designed to
operate for approximately 5 years in normal operation, serves as an internal source of
energy.
A difference is made between the following operating modes:
Transmission mode In this operating mode, the logger transmits the data measured
within a defined time window (e.g. every 2 seconds between 7 a.m.
and 12 noon from Monday to Friday) by radio signal. This data can
be received using an ORTOMAT controller within a limited radius.
Measuring mode In this operating mode, the logger analyses the vibrations
measured by the sensor in the water mains during a defined time
window. Measurement takes place once a day and should be done
during the periods of lowest consumption and/or least noise (e.g.
every day between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m.). As the logger takes several
measurements in this phase and has an appropriate sound filter,
brief disturbing sounds have no influence on the quality of leak
identification.
Radio module 433MHz
with integral aerial
Status LED
GREEN = leak status
RED = leak status
YELLOW = radio status
Reed switch
(internal magnetic sensor)
Powerful
mini flat-magnet gripper
RFID aerial for
communication with a PC

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Test mode In this operating mode, the logger is put into online mode, in
which the sounds measured are transmitted live straight to an
ORTOMAT controller. The unit can be used similar to the way in
which a vonRoll LeakPEN/LOG1A (listening unit) is used, but
without acoustic signal transmission. On completion of
programming, the logger is in this mode until the next
measurement phase, after which it then switches to normal leak
identification mode.
To ensure that the acoustic sound measurement process operates as reliably as possible
in the field, it is important to have the best possible contact with the water main. The
point of contact should be as clean as possible and the magnet must be resting on a flat
area.
If the magnet contact point is poor or soiled, leak detection may be severely affected as
the vibrations do not reach the sensor correctly.
Dependent on the installation situation, it is a good idea to work with a L-shaped bracket
for best results.
Care should be taken to position the unit as high as possible in the shaft to ensure the
optimum export of the data by radio.

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1.3. ORTOMAT controller
The purpose of the ORTOMAT controller is to export data remotely in the field.
However, this is only possible if the ORTOMAT-LC datalogger is within the radio reception
radius and is listed in the ORTOMAT controller’s logger list when data is exported in
transmission mode.
Otherwise. no leak information is displayed or the controller reports “Serial number not
found” Check the serial number.
Standard commercial alkaline cells (LR6/1.5V) provide the energy required. Without
backlighting, they are adequate for approximately 25 hours of operation. If backlighting
were always switched on (which is not the case), operation would be limited to 4 hours.
If backlighting is used sparingly, the unit should provide over 20 hours’ operation.
Graphic display to display the leakage data of the status
both of leaks during the last 40 measuring days as well as
the measuring point designation.
Keypad
ON/OFF
Switches the unit on and off. If the controller is connected
to a PC with a USB connecting cable, it will automatically
switch to USB communication mode
HISTORIGRAM
Provides a graphic display of the status of leaks over the
last 40 measuring days. Each bar represents a
measurement. The most recent measurement is on the
left and the oldest is on the right. The horizontal line in
the middle indicates the leak threshold.
Additional function: “read-out list”
UP arrow
Shows the most recent measurement/leak status.
DOWN arrow
Shows the controller programmed measuring point
designation.
SUN
Switches on the backlighting for the LCD display
USB connection for
programming/data
transmission
12V DC connection for the
external supply
BNC aerial connection
A corresponding vehicle
external aerial should be
used when a readout is
carried out from a motor
vehicle.

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1.3.1. Menu „read-out list“
From software version 4.5.1 and higher, the ORTOMAT-controller is capable of generating
a special read-out list. This list provides an overview of which logger list entries are /
aren’t read out on the current day.
Proceed:
1. switch on the ORTOMAT-controller
2. push button “HISTORIGRAM”
3. hold the button “HISTORIGRAM” for approximately 5 seconds -> the new menu
appears:
Due to the fact, that only the first line of the location text is readable, it makes sense
to choose a well considered text structure see chapter 2.3 / ORTOMAT logger list .
The entries are automatically arranged in alphabetical order and can be scrolled by
pushing the button “arrow UP” and “arrow DOWN”.
The List will be reset on the following day -> all entries are shown in inverse form. The
same happens by reprogramming the logger list or reload the ORTOMAT-Controller
software.
Attention: while this menu is active, no radio signals can be received
4. leave the menu by bushing the button “HISTORIGRAM”
Number of logger entries into
the loaded list
Number of the not read out
logger entries during the
current day
Usual view - logger has
already been read out
during the current day
Inverse view –logger has
not been read out yet
during the current day
Logger entries - only the 1. line of the location is shown

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1.4. PC software
ORTOMAT PC software is used for the central administration of all the measuring points
used in the system. In addition, the measurements read out can be displayed and
archived using the software. All commonly used Microsoft operating systems (from
WIN95 to VISTA) are supported.
All the measurement points used are recorded in the ORTOMAT-logger list (*.ort file).
ORTOMAT software can communicate with the datalogger and the controller via a USB
interface. Parameters can be redefined and data measured and exported in the field can
be re-imported into the logger list.

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2. ORTOMAT PC software
2.1. Installing and restarting the software
To install the software, insert the ORTOMAT software CD in the CD drive of the PC
workstation. Installation will start automatically please follow the instructions.
2.1.1. Device drivers
The ORTOMAT controller and the RFID interface are connected to the PC via a USB
interface and therefore need a device driver.
2.1.1.1. RFID interface
This is automatically installed when the software is installed.
2.1.1.2. ORTOMAT controller
The USB device driver for the ORTOMAT controller must be manually installed when
initial connection is made. The installation assistant can differ slightly in appearance
according to the operating system in use.
1. Connect the ORTOMAT controller to your PC workstation using the USB
connecting cable
2. The operating system (WIN XP) will recognise the new device and start the
assistant automatically

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3. Following the installation of the ORTOMAT software, the device drivers required
are placed in the programme folder
4. At the Windows logo test, select “Continue with Installation”
5. The USB device driver has been correctly installed
For an installation on Windows 7 operating system, a special connection assistant will be
started. Follow this assistant step by step.
C:\ORTOMAT

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2.2. Starting the software
Start the ORTOMAT software by double-clicking the icon that is automatically created on
the Windows Desktop.
2.2.1.Opening a logger list
The ORTOMAT software will ask for a logger list
when first opened.
At this point, either the logger list for the
system supplied on the CD can be used or a
new list must be compiled.
The most recently opened list is automatically
opened again after a restart.
2.2.2.User interface
ORTOMAT
logger list
Datalogger settings
Datalogger/controller
connection terminal
Area for datalogger
notes
Leakage history
for the
measuring point
selected
Menu bar
Diagram position /
Y-axis scale

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2.3. ORTOMAT logger list
The ORTOMAT logger list is used for the central administration and description of all the
measuring points used. It is saved as an “*.ort”file.
Normal ORTOMAT dataloggers and ORTOMAT-LC dataloggers can be mixed in a logger
list. List entries are marked indicate the type.
IMPORTANT: An ORTOMAT controller can only export the dataloggers in the field that are
included in its list. This list corresponds to the ORTOMAT logger list that is administered
in the software.
All important pieces of system information are linked to the ORTOMAT logger list:
-Number of measuring points used
-Location designations of the individual measurement points
-Serial numbers of the individual measurement points
-Entries in the note area of the individual measurement points
-All the measurements read out since the list was created
-Most recently altered general logger settings
If a logger list (*.ort file) is therefore copied and opened at another workplace with the
ORTOMAT software installed, all the information on the leak monitoring system is
available.
2.3.1.Entries/displays in the logger list
Entry selected by mouse-
click (highlighted green)
Most recent data readout
of the measuring point
Datalogger filter setting
Leak value of the last
data export
Location
6-digit datalogger
serial number
Recognizing an
LC logger
Recognizing a
GSM logger

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2.3.2.Registering new dataloggers on the list
There are two ways to register a datalogger in an existing list:
1. Connect the new datalogger directly to the PC software and carry out the
instructions that follow.
2. Register the new datalogger according to the section File -> Insert Logger without
Establishing Connection (see page 14)
2.3.3.Formatting logger entries/location
A processing window for the corresponding measuring point can be opened by clicking
the right-hand mouse button on a logger entry in the logger list. This function is mainly
used to format the location text.
The filter setting can also be modified here see the section Leak threshold/filters on
page 26
It is important to know that the location need not be programmed into the datalogger.
The logger identifies itself via the 6-digit serial number (in the example: 100,024).
The location and/or the entire logger list must, however, be programmed into the
ORTOMAT controller (see the section Programming the ORTOMAT controller on page 29)
to allow it to display the correct location text for the corresponding serial number of the
datalogger during data export in the field.
Location
16 characters x 4 rows
6-digit datalogger serial
number
Location
16 characters x 4 rows
6-digit datalogger serial
number

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2.4. Main menu
 File  Display  Sorting  Settings
The logger list can be opened from the menu.
2.4.1.File -> Open
Apart from ‘Find’, the menu item ‘Open’ also has a list of the 6 most recently opened
files. As the same files are often frequently opened in normal use, the desired file is
probably already listed.
2.4.2.File -> New
Creates an empty logger list in which loggers can be included.
2.4.3.File -> Save a Backup
Allows the open logger list to be saved under a new name.
2.4.4.File -> Insert Logger without Establishing Connection
Allows new units of the existing logger list to be added without having to connect them
directly to a PC. To do this, it is necessary to know the 6-digit serial number of the units
to be inserted.
2.4.5.File -> Insert Logger from Another File
Existing loggers or complete logger lists can be combined here.
2.4.6.File -> Page Setup
Allows the margins to be set on the paper.

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2.4.7.File -> Print
Prints out the logger list; larger lists may cover several pages.
2.4.8.Displays
Normally all the loggers are displayed in the logger list. To make lengthy lists easy to
understand, the scope of display can, however, be restricted.
For example: I only want to show the exported dataloggers of a part-export from this
week  Only display the data imported from the last 1 day
For example: I will check whether I have recorded all the dataloggers during the data
exports in the last week  Only display the data NOT imported in the last 7 days
The information bar at the top of the list shows whether entries have been suppressed or
not:
GREEN bar = All entries are displayed
In this example, the complete list is
displayed with a total of 202 entries.
YELLOW bar = Not all the entries are
displayed the list has been partially
suppressed.
In this example, only the entries that
have been imported within the last 10
days are displayed.

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2.4.9.Sorting
To gain a good overview of the logger-list entries, these can be sorted by the text rows
of the location description. Sorting is done alphabetically, empty spaces are ignored and
numbers are correctly aligned.
It is therefore a good idea to develop the entries in a logger list logically to allow the
rows to be sorted alphabetically.
Examples:

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2.4.10. Settings
The Settings menu is used for the basic definition of certain displays in software, logger
and controller operating modes.
2.4.10.1. ORTOMAT settings
2.4.10.2. GSM settings
Can only be selected if GSM loggers are in use and the logger list has been
correspondingly defined.
The desired language can be selected here. The
program (but not the computer) must be
restarted whenever the language is changed. If
a GSM list is active, the SMS language setting
is also displayed.
Define the PC interfacesUSB
Comm Port should only be used for old systems
that have an RS232 interface
Basic controller settings
The illustration shows the standard setting for
normal operation.
Technician functions: may only be used if
agreed to by a technician.

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2.4.11. [X]
Closes the software and shuts down the software window. When the software is
restarted, the logger list last opened is automatically displayed again.
2.5. Measurement graphics
The measurement graphics display the leak data of the measurement point selected in
the logger list. The chart shown is always the one for the measuring point that is selected
in the logger list (click the list entry with the left mouse button).
If the data in the dataloggers has been exported using ORTOMAT controllers in the field,
the leak information can then be re-imported into the software see section Importing
the measurements on page 29.
Approximately 500 measurements can be displayed in a chart. This can be dragged back
and forth with the mouse button. As the datalogger only has space in the field for 40
measurements, the data should be exported after approximately 30 days. Missing
measurements are shown as 0 values.
Missing measurements due to late export -> adjust the export time if
necessary.
Missing measurements –possibly still no data
in the memory if the units are new, for
example, or the data has been deleted.
LEAK ALARM!
Diagram position /
Y-axis scale

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2.5.1.Deleting measurements
Click the right mouse button on the measurement chart -> “Delete All Data”
However, measurements can only be deleted when the corresponding datalogger is
connected to the software.
See the section Deleting measurements in the logger on page 22
2.5.2.Creating reports
Click the right mouse button on the measurement chart -> “Create Report”
A reporting tool is provided for this. Open reports can be saved and printed out.

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3. Programming the ORTOMAT datalogger
3.1. RFID interface
An RFID interface is required to connect an ORTOMAT-LC datalogger to a PC. This is a
special readout adapter that can communicate with the unit over a short distance
(approximately 2 cm). The datalogger need not therefore be opened to communicate
with a PC.
The RFID interface is connected to a PC with a USB interface. The USB device driver
required for this module is installed together with the installation of the ORTOMAT
software.
3.2. Connecting the datalogger
To connect a datalogger to the RFID
interface, it must be inserted into
the interface upside down.
Connection with the unit can now be
established by clicking on the
logger/controller connection
terminal.
It will take approximately 3 seconds
to establish the connection. If this is done correctly, the
opened connection terminal is now highlighted in green. The
status of the transmitter is imported directly and displayed in
the window -> see the section Symbols in the connection
terminal on page 25.
Otherwise, a corresponding error message is displayed in red.
Status LED
BLUE lights up when the interface is correctly
recognized via the USB interface
GREEN transmitting data to the datalogger
YELLOW receiving radio data from the
datalogger