SoundWater Camano Instruction Manual

Ultrasonic flowmeter

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SoundWater Camano
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Fluid flow sensing, redefined
Transit Time Ultrasonic Flowmeter
Instruction Guide
For Camano

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  • Page 1 SoundWater Camano Fluid flow sensing, redefined Transit Time Ultrasonic Flowmeter Instruction Guide For Camano...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s) . Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation . Contains FCC ID: XDULE40-S2, Contains IC: 8456A-LE4S2 . CAN ICES-1/NMB-1; CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) MODEL: SWT CAMANO-01 Contents SoundWater Technologies, LLC...
  • Page 3: General Information

    . Camano fluid data (or enter your own)—no more complex codes or is engineered to accept ongoing enhancements as cumbersome instructions .
  • Page 4: Specifications

    Camano Specifications* Camano Instructions * Specifications subject to change . Installation 15 pipe diameters upstream, 5 diameters downstream for optimal performance (typical) Flow Detection Bi-directional; 0 . 1 ft/s to 20 ft/s (0 .03 m/s to 6 m/s) Pipe Size 1"...
  • Page 5: Dimensions

    Camano Specifications* — continued * Specifications subject to change . Outputs NOTE: The isolation for all outputs is as a group; that is, all of the outputs share a common reference . CURRENT (4-20 MA) Isolated 4-20 mA, directly proportional to flow—4 mA/zero flow (fixed), 20 mA/user programmable flow .
  • Page 6: Technology

    . This is accomplished by accurately spacing the transducers to allow for optimum sound transit between transducers . The Camano app computes this spacing based on the pipe size, pipe material, and type of liquid .
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  • Page 8: App Features

    The Camano Control Unit and Camano App Features Camano Instructions App Features Easy mount bracket Android-based, interactive touchscreen  Easy configuration for 4-20 mA, 1-10 Vdc,  pulse, and digital alarms Built-in data logging  Programmable alarms  Select from a wide range of fluids ...
  • Page 9: Connecting Power & Communications

    Connecting to Power & Communications Control Box Getting Started Mount the Control Unit Camano comes with an easy-mount wall bracket . The flexible brackets let you quickly and easily wall-mount the Camano control unit . Connect to a Power Source 9 .23"...
  • Page 10: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Camano Instructions Alarm Output (sourcing input) User Digital Input Device SoundWater Flowmeter Digital & Analog Gnd Power + DC power White wire, Pin 1 Common Alarm Digital input Orange wire, Pin 9 Alarm Output (sinking input) User Digital Input Device SoundWater Flowmeter Digital &...
  • Page 11 Pulse Output (sinking input) User Digital Counter SoundWater Flowmeter Digital & Analog Gnd Power + DC power White wire, Pin 1 Common Alarm Digital input Green wire, Pin 3 4-20mA Analog Output User Current Input Device SoundWater Flowmeter 4-20mA Output...
  • Page 12: App Installation

    . Prepare for Set up Use the Drawer Icon (  ) to access Camano’s menu—then select ‘Set Up’ for parameter settings . Parameter settings are protected behind a lock . To unlock, simply tap on the Lock icon ( ...
  • Page 13: Parameter Set Up

    Select Flow Rate, Volume, and Conveniently select pipe, liner, and selecting Custom under Pipe Type . Velocity from Camano’s pre-loaded liquid specifications from lists of When entering a custom type, you values or add your own custom pre-loaded values .
  • Page 14: Flowmeter Installation

    Flowmeter Installation Camano Instructions Straight Pipe Recommendations (X = diameter) Reduced Pipe Two Elbows In Plane Two Elbows, Out Of Plane Expanded Pipe Swirling Flow: Propeller Meter Swirling Flow: Partially Open Butterfly Valve Flowmeter installation SoundWater Technologies, LLC...
  • Page 15: Full Pipe Recommendations

    Full Pipe Recommendations Recommended: Not Ideal: Keep pipe full at meter for accuracy Allows air pockets to form at meter Recommended: Not Ideal: Keeps pipe full at meter for accuracy Post-valve cavitation can create air pocket Recommended: Not Ideal: Allows air to bleed off Air can be trapped Flowmeter Orientation Fair —...
  • Page 16: Transducer Spacing

    Transducer Spacing Camano Instructions Once you entered your parameters in the previous section, the app automatically Set Up computed the proper transducer spacing . This is shown at the bottom of the main app screen . The next step is to adjust the transducer spacing on the flowmeter, as follows:...
  • Page 17: Installing The Flowmeter

    Cover bottom face of transducers with coupling gel . Wrap cords around pipe and secure with cam cleats . Do’s and Don’ts store your Camano in a dry, inside area when not in Don’t store, transport, or use your Camano where the use .
  • Page 18: Operation

    All data logging functions are accessed by tapping the Data Logging button in the measurement view . The purpose of the Camano’s built-in data logger is to record flow for a specified period of time . It may be used to conveniently record flow for as long as 365 days or as little as one minute .
  • Page 19: Data Logging

    To do this: Insert a Flash thumb drive into the USB port located on the Data Log bottom of the Camano box . Navigate to the Data Log set up and tap the ‘download’ icon . Data Log In Progress...
  • Page 20: Explanation Of Recording Times

    . For the case of four days, the Camano sets the sampling period at 4 seconds giving you over 86,400 flow measurements .
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Probable Causes Things to try… No signal Incorrect set up Confirm pipe settings Air in pipe Rotate meter to 3 o’clock position Remove air Relocate meter to another location where there is no air Corroded rusty pipe Relocate meter to clean section of pipe . If no clean section is available, move meter to other locations until a signal is found—try to find a section of pipe with less corrosion or...
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