Communications Failure; The User Program - GE XGS868 Programming Manual

November 2004

Communications Failure

The User Program

C-6
If an attempt to communicate with the XGS868 does not result in a
proper connection with the RCCU, an error message such as the
following appears:
8C or Communicating
NO Packet Rcvd
Retry/Abort Commlink
RETRY ABORT
F1 F2
Make sure that the RCCU battery is not weak, the windows on both
the RCCU and the XGS868 are clean, the transmission distance does
not exceed 8 ft (2.5 m), the angle of incidence does not exceed 15°
and there is an unobstructed line of sight between the two devices.
Then, carefully aim the RCCU and try again. If this fails to resolve
the problem, see Replacing the RCCU Battery on page C-14 for
instructions on RCCU battery replacement. If a fresh battery does not
solve the problem, contact GE Panametrics for help.
Use the RCCU keypad (see Table C-4 on page C-3) to navigate
through the PROG menu of the User Program. The menu map may be
followed in sequence, or the [↑] and [↓] keys may be used to scroll
through the prompt screens. The [←] key may be used to delete the
last alphanumeric character that was entered from the keypad.
Note: Be sure to record all the programming data entered in this
chapter in Appendix B, Data Records.
Programming of the CHx-ACTIV, CHx-SYSTM, CHx-PIPE, and
GLOBL-SYSTM submenus is required for basic operation of the
Model XGS868. Failure to accurately enter all of the necessary
information will result in unreliable flow rate data. Therefore, be sure
to complete at least the sections of this chapter pertaining to those
three submenus. Refer to Figures C-7 through C-12 on pages C-16
through C-21.
Except for the three submenus noted above, it is not necessary to
program the Model XGS868 flowmeter in any particular order.
At this display, press [F1] to
try again or press [F2] to quit.
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F3
Remote Control Communications Unit