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Model R82 R82 software v2.0a Installation and Operating Manual Pulse urst Radar Level Transmitter...
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Read this Manual Before Installing radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning This manual provides information on the R82 Radar transmitter. It is the equipment off and on, the use is encouraged to try to correct the...
QuickStart Installation The QuickStart Installation procedures provide the key steps for mounting, wiring, and configuring the R82 radar level transmitter. These procedures are intended for experi- enced installers of electronic level measurement instruments. See Complete Installation, Section 2.0, for detailed installa- tion instructions.
1.1.2 Configuration Information Some key information is needed to configure the R82 radar transmitter. Complete the following operating parameters table before beginning configuration. Refer to Section 2.4.1.6 for Open Channel Flow applications. Display Question Answer What units of measurement will be used?
Polarization shown parallel to tangent line; either orientation is acceptable QuickStart Wiring NOTE: Make sure the electrical wiring to the R82 radar transmitter is complete and in compliance with all regulations and codes. 1. Remove the cover of the wiring compartment.
BACK arrow exits a branch of the menu or exits with- out accepting entered value ENTER arrow enters a branch of the menu or accepts entered value If a PASSWORD is requested, enter it now. The Default=0 (no password necessary). Figure 5 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Enter the Level Offset; the distance Enter the maximum level (100%) for at the bottom of the vessel where the 20 mA point. measurement may be unreliable due to heating coils, irregular bottom, etc. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
• Record the model and serial numbers for future reference when ordering parts. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Handling Procedure The MAGNETROL electronic instruments are manufac- tured to the highest quality standards. These instruments use electronic components that may be damaged by static electricity present in most work environments.
Before You Begin 2.3.1 Site Preparation Each R82 Radar transmitter is built to match the physical specifications of the required installation. Make sure the antenna connection is correct for the threaded or flanged mounting on the vessel or tank where the transmitter will be placed.
• Tanks heavily cluttered with false targets (mixers, pumps, ladders, pipes, etc.) • During times of very low liquid levels of low dielectric media, the metal tank bottom may be detected deteriorat- ing performance. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
> 10" Mounting (25 cm) Radius The R82 Radar transmitter can be mounted to a vessel using a variety of process connections. Generally, either a threaded or flanged connection is used. 2.4.1 Installing the Transmitter Before installing, make sure: •...
See Figure 13. Figure 12 The narrow beam width of the 26 GHz, R82 does allow Avoiding Obstructions mounting so that the antenna can be recessed inside the nozzle. Optimally, the recessed dimension should never exceed 2¥...
Model R82 this dimension. Flow Install the Model R82 on the inflow side of the flume throat or weir crest in the location defined by the manufacturer of the primary measuring device. The unit should also be aligned with the longitudinal axis of the flume or weir.
• Do not place insulating material around any part of the radar transmitter including the antenna flange. • Installation for NEMA 6P/IP 68: the R82 can be installed to allow for temporary submergence to 6.5 ft. (2m) for 24 hours:...
2.4.2.3 Launcher Orientation — Flow Application Orient the R82 transmitter so the Polarization pattern is aimed directly down the throat of the flume or weir. If conduit connections are oriented 90° to the flow, set the Launcher Adjustment to #2.
NOTES: mitter. Install the conduit plug in the unused opening. • If sufficient supply voltage is suspect, use the R82 Low Voltage check 2. Install a conduit fitting and pull the supply wires. (Section 2.6.6.1, #33: Test 4-20 Loop). 3. Connect shield to an earth ground at power supply and leave floating at the transmitter.
2.6.3 Transmitter Display and Keypad Launcher Ground Adjustment The R82 transmitter has a local user interface consisting of a 2-line ¥ 16-character liquid-crystal display (LCD) and 4-push-button keypad. All transmitter measurement data ( - ) and configuration information is shown in the LCD.
Some configuration items can have a negative value. In this case, the leftmost position is reversed for the sign (either “-” for a negative value, or “+” for a postive value). 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
Back screen is exited without changing the original tag characters. Figure 26 Moves the cursor forward to the right. If the Enter cursor is at the rightmost position, then the new tag is saved. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
4 mA Lowest invaluable for troubleshooting and Measurable Value advanced calibration. A HART RS232 or USB modem (purchased separately) Level Offset is required. See MAGNETROL Figure 27 PACTware bulletin 59-101. ™ 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
Select the metallic tank top structure Flat, Horizontal Cylinder, Enter the shape/type Dome, Irregular, or Other (non-metallic). of tank top Tank Height xxx.xx units Tank Height is distance from the bottom to the top of the tank. Enter the Tank Height 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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SENSOR OFFSET, TANK HEIGHT, BLOCKING DISTANCE, DIELECTRIC, TURBULENCE, FOAM - The EchoRej Invalid message will be displayed if this algorithm is DISABLED due to a parameter change. continued on next page 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Attach a mA meter to the output. If the output does not equal Trim 4 mA 4.00 mA, adjust the value on the display until meter reads Fine tune the 4mA point 4.00 mA. This is not for setting the 4mA point (refer to #20). 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Input Local Tag (enter) Local Tag can be a maximum of 12 characters. Enter Local Tag Magnetrol S/N Shows MAGNETROL Serial Number for reference. Transmitter Display Model R82 version Base Model Number with Communication type (HT = HART) Transmitter Display Firmware Version and Date.
Select the metallic tank top structure Flat, Horizontal Cylinder, Enter the shape/type Dome, Irregular, or Other (non-metallic). of tank top Tank Height xxx.xx units Tank Height is distance from the bottom to the top of the tank. Enter the Tank Height 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Side View Side View (continued on Ellipse Height Enter the Volume Information next page) VERTICAL/ELLIPTICAL VERTICAL/SPHERICAL Width Length RECTANGULAR Top View Length VERTICAL/FLAT Side View HORIZONTAL/FLAT Length Top View Conical Height VERTICAL/CONICAL Side View HORIZONTAL/ELLIPTICAL 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Cust Table Values Transition point P1 P2 SPLINE LINEAR Use where walls are not perpendicular to base. Concentrate at least two points at beginning (P1) and end (P9); and three points at either side of transition points. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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4 mA point 20 mA Set Point (xxx.x units) During normal operation, mA value will clamp at boundary Enter the value for the defined by the Blocking Distance value (refer to #14). 20 mA point 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Enter the desired Password value between 0 and 255; O = No (enter) Password. During normal operation an encrypted password is shown. Consult factory to decrypt this value, if necessary. Configuration Reset Enter to Reset Parameters Reset configuration parameters to factory default values. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Input Local Tag (enter) Local Tag can be a maximum of 12 characters. Enter Local Tag Magnetrol S/N Shows MAGNETROL Serial Number for reference. Transmitter Display Model R82 version Base Model Number with Communication type (HT = HART) Transmitter Display Firmware Version and Date.
Select Units of measure maximum reading. Decimal position is controlled by Units and Tank Height. Range Range is measured from the bottom of the antenna threads to the bottom of the flow element. Enter the Range value 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Liters/Minute, Liters/Hour, Cubic Meter/Hour, Cubic Ft/Second, Cubic Ft/Minute, and Cubic Ft/Hour Flow Units are provided. Should some other units of flow be desired, the Custom Unit feature can be used in the Advanced Configuration Menu. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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The Maximum Head is expressed in the user Flow Setup selected Level Units. The R82 will default to the largest Maximum Head Maximum Head value that is allowed for any given flume...
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Q = 3.33 (8-0.2H) H The discharge flow value for a Head value of 3 feet becomes 128.04 Cubic Ft/Second. If GPM was selected for the Flow Units, the R82 Measured Values screen would display this value converted to 57,490 GPM.
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(i.e., each pair of values must be greater Custom Table Values than the previous Head/flow pair). The last pair of values should have the highest Head value (usually the Maximum Head value) and the flow associated with that Head value. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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5.) Saved Echo Rejection Profile- a.) Enable or Disable an existing profile - Review an existing Echo Rejection b.) Review Echoes from an existing profile Profile c.) Review Level value where existing profile was run 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Attach a mA meter to the output. If the output does not equal Trim 4 mA 4.00 mA, adjust the value on the display until meter reads Fine tune the 4mA point 4.00 mA. This is not for setting the 4mA point (refer to #26). 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Input Local Tag (enter) Local Tag can be a maximum of 12 characters. Enter Local Tag Magnetrol S/N Shows MAGNETROL Serial Number for reference. Transmitter Display Model R82 version Base Model Number with Communication type (HT = HART) Transmitter Display Firmware Version and Date.
Target Distance None, do not adjust Diagnostic factory setting Conversion Factor None, do not adjust Diagnostic factory setting Scale Offset None, do not adjust Diagnostic factory setting System Gain None, do not adjust Diagnostic factory setting 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
A typical communicator display is an 8-line by 21-character LCD. When connected, the top line of each menu displays the model (Model R82) and its tag number or address. Usually the bottom line of each menu is reserved for soft- ware-defined function keys (F1–F4).
3.1 Description The Model R82 is a two-wire, 24 VDC level transmitter based on the concept of pulse burst radar operating at 26 GHz. The electronics are mounted in a metal or plastic housing with an innovative, internal launcher orientation mechanism.
The exact level measurement is extracted from false echo reflections and other background noise via the use of sophisticated signal processing. The new R82 circuitry is extremely energy efficient so no duty cycling is necessary to accomplish effective measurement. For this reason, the R82 can track high rates of change that were heretofore impossi- ble with existing loop-powered radar transmitters.
Troubleshooting The Model R82 transmitter is designed and engineered for trouble-free operation over a wide range of operating conditions. Common transmitter problems are discussed in terms of their symptoms and recommended corrective actions. W RNING! Explosion hazard. Do not remove covers unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non- hazardous.
3.3.2 Error Messages The Model R82 Radar transmitter utilizes a 3-section hierarchy for reporting diagnostic conditions: FAULTS, WARNINGS, and INFORMATION. FAULTS and WARNINGS will be shown in the Home screen when the message is active. A chronological listing of messages can be viewed in the HISTORY screen.
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SPAN by more than 5%. • Prevent liquid from reaching this level The calculated flow exceeds maximum flow by Modify flow calculations or prevent liquid from HighFlowAlrm more than 5%. reaching this level. continued on next page 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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Target distance uncertain due to abnormal shape Target?? Consult Factory or location History Defaulted Information in History file has been reset Consult Factory 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
16 to 36 VDC ¿ RTTE: European approval, FCC & IC: North American approval 1200 36 V 1000 Ω 1000 General Purpose Ω 28.6 V 630 Ω Intrinsically Safe @ 20 mA (350 @ 22 mA) Figure 33 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
30 seconds Ambient Temp. Effect ±.02% of span per degree C, tank heights > 100" (2.54 m) Process Dielectric Effect < 0.3 inch within selected range Maximum Rate of Change 180 inches (450 cm)/minute Minimum Dielectric: 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
Model Numbers 3.7.1 Model R82 Radar Transmitter BASIC MODEL NUMBER RADAR Level Transmitter OPERATING FREQUENCY 26 GHz TRANSMITTER MODEL Economical POWER/SIGNAL 24 VDC, Two-wire; 4-20 mA with HART ® AGENCY CLASSIFICATION Integral, General Purpose/Non-incendive (cFMus) Integral, Intrinsically Safe (cFMus) Integral, General Purpose (ATEX) Integral, Intrinsically Safe (ATEX II 1G Ex ia IIC T4 @70°C)/IEC Ex ia IIC T4 Ga...
Distance The present reading measured from the transmitter’s foam (bubble size), 3.) amount of foam above the liquid and, to Sensor Reference Point to the material in a vessel; compliment a lesser extent, 4.) wall thickness of the bubbles. of Level. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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LevlOfst Level Offset The distance above the tank bottom where radar level measurement is impossible due to heating coils, baf- QuickStart The essential information needed for the R82 radar fles, angled or curved tank bottoms, etc. The mA output will transmitter and antenna to be installed, wired, and calibrated.
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Tank Top The 100% point in a vessel. Also considered for the type of tank top; e.g. flat, dome, etc., which affects the develop- ment of multiple echoes during high level conditions. Multiple echoes can appear as an invalid Level signal. 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
Rate High Limit HART Poll Address Scatter Rate New Password Lvl ROC per Min Language Serial Number Max ROC per Min Max Distance Jump Model R82 VerX.XXX Boundary State Empty State Delay NSP Value HART Device ID 58-610 Model R82 Radar Transmitter...
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