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310 297-02 EN
08.2017
TA-SCOPE

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  • Page 1 310 297-02 EN 08.2017 TA-SCOPE...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Display Information Bar Icons Keypad Keypad Icons Functional Contents DpS-Visio ..............................12 Measuring Preparations ..........................14 Prerequisites for Balancing with TA-SCOPE Switch on/off the units Wireless Communication Connect / Disconnect Measuring Equipment Calibration of Dp Sensor Handwheel Connections for Cables Hydronic Functions ............................17 Quick Measure ............................18...
  • Page 4 Note! The products, texts, photographs, graphics and diagrams in this brochure may be subject to alteration by IMI Hydronic Engineering without prior notice or reasons being given. For the most up to date information about our products and specifications, please visit www.imi-hydronic.com.

  • Page 5: End User License Agreement

    Software or part thereof. End User shall not use the Software on any TA-SCOPE that End User does not own or control, and End User may not distribute or make the Software available to any third party. End User may not assign, transfer, rent, lease, lend, sell, redistribute or sublicense the Software.
  • Page 6 ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 5. Intellectual Property rights IMI Hydronic Engineering is the owner of all copyright, trademarks, patents, trade secrets and any other intellectual property rights which subsist in or relate to the Software and these properties shall always remain vested in IMI Hydronic Engineering.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Wireless functionality and an easy-to-use interface ensure quicker and more cost-efficient balancing and trouble shooting. TA-SCOPE links effortlessly to the PC software – HySelect – gaining the maximum benefit from recorded data and enabling professional report writing and automatic software upgrades.

  • Page 8: Instrument And Measuring Equipment

    17 USB-cables for connection; A. Hh-PC B. Hh-DpS-Visio / PC - DpS-Visio 18 Multi-charger for Handheld, Dp Sensor(s) and TA-SCOPE Relays 19 DC cables (2 pcs; 1 Ø2,35 for Hh, 1 micro USB for DpS-Visio) 20 AC cable (EU, UK, US or AU/NZ)

  • Page 9: Guide To Manual And Instrument

    • To prevent entering a too high or too low value TA-SCOPE automatically corrects values in the input fields. The maximum/minimum value will appear in red, accompanied by a beep. Tips! The numbers 1-9 can be used to shortcut the menus in the main display.

  • Page 10: Display And Keypad

    Display and Keypad TA-SCOPE Display and Keypad Handheld Display Information Bar Icons Information Bar Icons Battery status bar Information Bar Icons Charging of battery Battery status bar Battery symbol Charging of battery Handheld Battery symbol Dp sensor DpS-Visio Handheld Dp sensor (older version)

  • Page 11: Functional Contents

    TA-SCOPE Display and Keypad Functional Contents Measure Flow ∆p) Quick Measure Measure Differential Pressure ( Measure Temperature Measure Power Page 18 View Saved Measurements Navigate Hydronic Networks Add New Network Hydronic Networks Edit Network Delete Network Page 23 Measure, Balance & Log Functionality...

  • Page 12: Dps-Visio

    Display and Keypad TA-SCOPE DpS-Visio The display is divided into three areas, the Information bar, the Main display and the Function keys. LED for battery status Information bar Icons on the Information bar display details of battery status, connection type and intensity.
  • Page 13 TA-SCOPE Display and Keypad DpS-Visio – Main screen sequences Navigate button Short press: Browse between menus described here. Long press: Entering setting menu. See page 38. Home DpS-Visio type (5 or 10 bar) Software version number Battery level Logging progress (Replaced by...

  • Page 14: Measuring Preparations

    Prerequisites for Balancing with TA-SCOPE TA-SCOPE is one of the components in the powerful IMI TA methodology for balancing of hydronic systems. The ultimate goal of every heating and cooling installation is to provide the desired indoor climate at the lowest possible energy cost.

  • Page 15: Connect / Disconnect Measuring Equipment

    Connect Alternative Dp Sensor Any Handheld and Dp Sensor can become a wireless pair. This may be particularly useful in companies with several TA-SCOPE instruments. Establish communication between your Handheld unit and the Dp Sensor you currently wish to work with.

  • Page 16: Calibration Of Dp Sensor

    (∆p). Air pockets might be left in the hoses and these are vented through calibration to maintain optimal accuracy. TA-SCOPE automatically performs calibration when needed. Handwheel Each IMI TA balancing valve has a handwheel for determining valve opening.

  • Page 17: Hydronic Functions

    The hydronic functions then enable the system data to be used effortlessly in many flexible and useful ways. The main hydronic functions of TA-SCOPE, where system data can be collected and applied, are as follows: Quick Measure –...

  • Page 18: Quick Measure

    Quick Measure TA-SCOPE Quick Measure Explanation of Function Use Quick Measure for measuring flow, differential pressure (∆p) and temperature in a waterborne heating/cooling system. The function also provides a measuring method for estimating power. Quick Measure is the preferred method for separate measurements on a few selected valves. For example when performing control or inspection of a balanced system.

  • Page 19: View Saved Measurements

    Delete all quick measurements, press enter. Flow Adjustment – Computer Method TA-SCOPE enables a method for correcting the flow to attain desired flow for terminals with a given design flow. TA-SCOPE will lead you through the process. Option Flow Adjustment (Computer...

  • Page 20: Measure Differential Pressure (∆P)

    15. Measure Temperature TA-SCOPE enables three ways to connect the temperature sensors. The Dp Sensor has two connections and Handheld one. The icons to the left indicates for each row on the display which sensor the data comes from.

  • Page 21: Measure Power

    TA-SCOPE Quick Measure Measure Power TA-SCOPE contains a method for measuring power. Depending on the type of circuit, i.e., number of measuring points available, the function is performed in various ways. Follow the detailed instructions on the display. Navigate Quick Measure in the main menu and press enter.
  • Page 22 Quick Measure TA-SCOPE DpS-Visio Measure differential pressure and temperature with calibration Short press or long* press *) Keeping pressed from the start keeps the calibration sequence in flushing phase. Flushing phase is ended by releasing By-pass valve opening Flushing and calibration...

  • Page 23: Hydronic Networks

    Hydronic systems are easily created and managed in HySelect and then downloaded to TA-SCOPE, see page Hydronic Networks is the function where hydronic systems can be explored and used for all TA-SCOPE options: Quick Measure, Balancing, Troubleshooting and Data Logging.

  • Page 24: Delete Network

    Press function key Options and select Delete. Create a Hydronic Network Is also possible to create a network directly in the TA-SCOPE if no Hydronic Network has been downloaded from HySelect. Hydronic Network Press function key from the main menu.

  • Page 25: Balancing

    Explanation of Function Balancing is one of the main functions in TA-SCOPE. It is a systematic methodology to ensure that the hydronic system actually performs as specified by the designer and provides the desired indoor climate at the lowest possibly energy cost.

  • Page 26: Balance A Hydronic Network With Ta-Wireless

    Hydronic Networks, see page 23. The method and required actions are then the same. Tips! Make sure that you have two Dp sensors available and that your TA-SCOPE is set in two Dp sensors mode before starting balancing with the TA-Wireless method, see Wireless signal on page 37.
  • Page 27 After the calibration cycle is done the measurement begins and values for the last valve are displayed in the upper right side of the screen. Adjust valve setting to the value indicated on screen. This setting is calculated by TA-SCOPE to ensure balancing with minimum pressure drops. You may unlock the setting by selecting...

  • Page 28: Modify Or Define New Module

    Balancing TA-SCOPE Modify or Define New Module Whilst on site and performing balancing on a hydronic system changes from the original design might be A newly defined module discovered. The function enables you to add modules to a hydronic network in TA-SCOPE.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TA-Diagnostic method delivers a Dp map for locating and diagnosing problems in each hydronic module on which it is used. Software wizards are also available in the TA-SCOPE taking you step-by-step through the process of diagnosing problems and errors in a hydronic circuit.

  • Page 30: Data Logging

    Data Logging TA-SCOPE Data Logging Explanation of Function Data Logging is used to study fluctuations of system performance over a predetermined period of time. Flow, differential pressure (∆p), temperature and power can be logged. Connect the Dp Sensor to the valve and then perform preparations to collect system data. During the predefined time period the Dp Sensor can be left at the site to log measurements.

  • Page 31: Download Loggings

    TA-SCOPE Data Logging For non-IMI TA valves press the function key Option, select Switch to Kv-mode and press enter. Enter information regarding the valve. Press the function key Continue for further settings of the logging. Reference name is by default “Log” followed by a figure which increments by the number of loggings stored.
  • Page 32 Data Logging TA-SCOPE • Navigation keys scrolls the list page by page showing six items at the time. Press the function key Options for alternatives on moving to the very end or beginning of the list and also to change units for measured data.

  • Page 33: Support Functions

    Fluid – Settings of fluid in the system to be explored and diagnosed. Water is the most common fluid in hydronic systems but water with various additives can also be handled by TA-SCOPE. Hydronic Calculator – Perform calculations based on the relationship between flow, differential pressure (∆p), Kv value, power and differential temperature (∆T).

  • Page 34: Fluid

    Regardless of which menu the fluid settings are performed from, they will have impact on all present activities in TA-SCOPE at that moment. Water is the most common fluid in hydronic systems but water with various additives can also be handled by TA-SCOPE. Automatic viscosity correction is performed for all IMI TA valves. Change Fluid Select from the main menu, press enter.

  • Page 35: Hydronic Calculator

    This function also gives guidance in selecting pipes and valves when designing hydronic systems and enables unit conversions. Hydronic Calculator in TA-SCOPE provides the same functionality as HyTools which originates from the Calculation Disc (Balancing Nomogram/Red disc). Calculate Flow-Kv-Dp (∆p) Calculate Power-Flow-DT (∆T)

  • Page 36: Recommend Valve Dimension

    Hydronic Calculator TA-SCOPE Recommend Valve Dimension Navigate Select Valve, press enter. Enter Flow. Select valve type, cycle the options with or press enter to open drop down list. List of calculated valves is automatically displayed. The best valve dimension is indicated by a green arrow.

  • Page 37: Settings

    In order to configure long-distance transmission with the optional TA-SCOPE Relays select Configure Relays in the Options menu. A software wizard takes you step-by-step through the configuration process. The option Add intermediate Relays allows adding more intermediate Relays to an existing relay configuration.
  • Page 38 Settings TA-SCOPE Explanation of Function (DpS-Visio) In the settings menu, customised adjustments of the DpS-Visio and information representation are managed. Long press to open settings menu Long press to close settings menu Short press - jump to next screen Arrow button to change settings...

  • Page 39: Information

    Last calibration of Dp Sensor and Temperature Sensor(s). If displayed in red the calibration is older than one year and a new calibration is required. • Pressure offset voltage Tips! The Information details will be helpful when contacting IMI Hydronic Engineering with queries regarding your TA-SCOPE instrument.

  • Page 40: Pc Communication

    PC Communication Transfer of Data Connect TA-SCOPE to your PC to transfer data, e.g., hydronic networks and collected system information to and from the HySelect software. Use the USB-cable to connect the Handheld to a PC and the HySelect software will automatically connect to TA-SCOPE.

  • Page 41: Instrument Care And Service

    Handheld displays the battery status for both Handheld and Dp Sensor whenever communication is established. The Handheld, Dp Sensor and TA-SCOPE Relays can be charged at the same time through the multi-charger. The TA-SCOPE is delivered with one multi-charger and 2 DC-cables (i.e. the cable between unit and multi-charger).

  • Page 42: Filter Cleaning

    TA-SCOPE and can also be ordered as an accessory. Clean the filter frequently, preferably after each session. Use the Allen key, 3 mm, provided in the TA-SCOPE case, to remove the filter holder (1), washer (2), O-ring (3) and filter (4). Release and wash the filter.

  • Page 43: Guarantee

    Guarantee Guarantee TA-SCOPE is guaranteed to be free of material or performance defects in normal use and service. The guarantee period is two years, starting from and including the day of delivery. A guarantee period of 365 days applies for repairs and service.

  • Page 44: Fcc Notification And Etl Markings

    FCC Notification and ETL Markings TA-SCOPE complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.

  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    – TA-SCOPE........0.1 kPa or 1% of reading, Dp sensor unit DpS-Visio ....... 120x120x56 mm, 630g whichever is the highest – TA-SCOPE HP ......... 0.2 kPa or 1% of reading, whichever is the highest Display Flow ......as for differential pressure + valve deviation Handheld Temperature ..............<0.2°C...

  • Page 46: Accessories

    Accessories TA-SCOPE Accessories DpS-Visio (Dp sensor unit) Included: Measuring hoses 500 mm x2, identification rings x2,safety pressure probe (SPP) x2, DC cable x1 0-500 kPa (standard) 52 199-971 0-1 000 kPa (HP, high pressure) 52 199-972 Relay 1 DC cable per relay included...
  • Page 47 TA-SCOPE Accessories Spare Filter To measuring hoses 309 206-01 Identification rings “DpS 1” and “DpS 2” for marking the Dp sensors when using TA-Wireless. To be placed on measuring hoses. DpS 1 310 399-01 DpS 2 310 399-02 Measuring Hoses...
  • Page 48 www.imi-hydronic.com...

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