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- Page 1 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 199 Fire Tower Drive Tonawanda, New York USA 14150 Phone: 1.716.629.3800 Fax: 1.716.693.9162 Toll Free: 1.800.688.0030 Email: solutions@viatran.com Website: www.viatran.com...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
Viatran warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. Viatran’s liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Table of Contents ABOUT VIATRAN ---------------------------------------------------------- 6 INTRODUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------ 6 ORDERING INFORMATION --------------------------------------------- 7 SPECIFICATIONS ---------------------------------------------------------- 8 General ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Process Input -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Relays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output ------------------------------------ 12 ®... - Page 4 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Input Signal (Input) ------------------------------------------ 34 Setting the Input Units or Custom Tags (units) ---------------------- 35 Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) -------------------------------------- 36 Programming the Meter (prog) ------------------------------------------- 37...
- Page 5 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Reset Menu (reset) ------------------------------------------------------------ 64 Control Menu (Contrl) -------------------------------------------------------- 64 Setting Up the Password (pass) ------------------------------------------- 65 Protecting or Locking the Meter ------------------------------------------- 65 Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter -------------------- 66...
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Page 6: About Viatran
Figure 22. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Template ........89 ABOUT VIATRAN Established in 1965, Viatran has over 50 years of experience in providing solutions for pressure and level measurement. Based in Wheatfield, NY, the company is a worldwide leading supplier of pressure transducers and transmitters in a wide range of industries, including automotive, oil and gas as well as the test stand, fluid power, food and beverage industries. -
Page 7: Ordering Information
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual ORDERING INFORMATION Standard Models 85-265 VAC 12/24 VDC Options Installed Model Model DL-ACS0N DL-DCS0N No options DL-ACS2N DL-DCS2N 2 relays DL-ACS0R DL-DCS0R 4-20 mA output DL-ACS4N DL-DCS4N 4 relays DL-ACS2R DL-DCS2R 2 relays &... -
Page 8: Specifications
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual SPECIFICATIONS Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C. General DISPLAY Main display: 0.60" (15 mm) high, red LEDs Second display: 0.46" (12 mm) high, red LEDs 6 digits each (-99999 to 999999), with lead zero blanking... - Page 9 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual NORMAL MODE Greater than 60 dB at 50/60 Hz REJECTION ISOLATION 4 kV input/output-to-power line 500 V input-to-output or output-to-P+ supply OVERVOLTAGE Installation Overvoltage Category II: CATEGORY Local level with smaller transient overvoltages than Installation Overvoltage Category III.
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Page 10: Process Input
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Process Input INPUTS Field selectable: 0-20, 4-20 mA, ±10 V (0-5, 1-5, 0-10 V), Modbus PV (Slave) ACCURACY ±0.03% of calibrated span ±1 count, square root & programmable exponent accuracy range: 10-100% of calibrated span TEMPERATURE 0.005% of calibrated span/°C max from 0 to 65°C ambient,... -
Page 11: Relays
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Relays RATING 2 or 4 SPDT (Form C) internal and/or 4 SPST (Form A) external; rated 3 A @ 30 VDC and 125/250 VAC resistive load; 1/14 HP (≈ 50 W) @ 125/250 VAC for inductive loads... -
Page 12: Isolated 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output
8 bit (1 start bit, 1 or 2 stop bits) PARITY Even, Odd, or None with 1 or 2 stop bits BYTE-TO-BYTE 0.01 – 2.54 second TIMEOUT TURN AROUND Less than 2 ms (fixed) DELAY Note: Refer to the Modbus Register Tables located at www.viatran.com for details. -
Page 13: Compliance Information
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Safety UL & c-UL LISTED USA & Canada UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment UL FILE NUMBER E160849 FRONT PANEL UL Type 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided LOW VOLTAGE... -
Page 14: Safety Information
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Note: Testing was conducted on DL series meters installed through the covers of grounded metal enclosures with cable shields grounded at the point of entry representing installations designed to optimize EMC performance. -
Page 15: Panel Mounting Instructions
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Panel Mounting Instructions • Prepare a standard 1/8 DIN panel cutout – 3.622" x 1.772" (92 mm x 45 mm). Refer to Figure 1 below, for more details. • Clearance: allow at least 6.0" (152 mm) behind the panel for wiring. -
Page 16: Mounting Dimensions
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Mounting Dimensions Figure 3. Meter Dimensions - Side View Figure 4. Meter Dimensions - Top View... -
Page 17: Configuration For 12 Or 24 Vdc Power Option
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Configuration for 12 or 24 VDC Power Option Do not exceed voltage rating of the selected configuration. Warning! Meters equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option are shipped from the factory ready to operate from 24 VDC. -
Page 18: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-) All meters, including models equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option, are shipped from the factory configured to provide 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor. -
Page 19: Connectors Labeling
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Connectors Labeling The connectors’ label, affixed to the meter, shows the location of all connectors available with requested configuration. Do not connect any equipment other than Viatran’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector. -
Page 20: Signal Connections
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Signal Connections Signal connections are made to a six-terminal connector labeled SIGNAL on Figure 7. The COM (common) terminal is the return for the 4-20 mA and the ±10 V input signals. -
Page 21: Modbus Rtu Serial Communications
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Figure 11. Voltage Input Connections The meter is capable of accepting any voltage from -10 VDC to +10 VDC. Modbus RTU Serial Communications Serial communications connection is made to an RJ45 connector labeled M-LINK on Figure 7. -
Page 22: Switching Inductive Loads
Figure 14. Low Voltage DC Loads Protection RC Networks Available from Viatran RC networks are available from Viatran and should be applied to each relay contact switching an inductive load. Part number: PDX6901. Note: Relays are de-rated to 1/14th HP (50 watts) with an inductive load. -
Page 23: F4 Digital Input Connections
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual F4 Digital Input Connections A digital input, F4, is standard on the meter. This digital input is connected with a normally open contact across F4 and COM, or with an active low signal applied to F4. -
Page 24: External Relays & Digital I/O Connections
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual External Relays & Digital I/O Connections The relay and the digital I/O expansion modules 350PDA1004 & 350PDA1044 are connected to the meter using a CAT5 cable provided with each module. The two RJ45 connectors on the expansion modules are identical and interchangeable;... -
Page 25: Interlock Relay Feature
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual DI 1-4 DO 1-4 5 VDC Figure 19. Digital I/O Module Connections Interlock Relay Feature As the name implies, the interlock relay feature reassigns one, or more, alarm/control relays for use as interlock relay(s). Interlock contact(s) are wired to digital input(s) and trigger the interlock relay. -
Page 26: Setup And Programming
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual SETUP AND PROGRAMMING The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards. Overview There are no jumpers to set for the meter input selection. -
Page 27: Front Panel Buttons And Status Led Indicators
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators Button Description Status Symbol Menu Alarm 1-8 indicator Flashing: Relay in Right arrow/F1 manual control mode Up arrow/F2 Flashing: Tare Flashing: Relay Enter/F3 interlock switch open... -
Page 28: Display Functions & Messages
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages The meter displays various functions and messages during setup, programming, and operation. The following table shows the main menu functions and messages in the order they appear in the menu. - Page 29 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Set display intensity level from 1 to 8 d-Inty Display intensity Relay Enter the Relay menu RELaY Relay 1 setup RLY 1 Relay 1 Action 1 Set relay 1 action...
- Page 30 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Ignore loop break condition ignore Ignore (Processed as a low signal condition) Relay goes to alarm condition when loop break is detected Relay goes to non-alarm condition when...
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Page 31: Main Menu
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Main Menu The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions: Setup, Reset, Control, and Password. • Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Up arrow button to scroll main menu. -
Page 32: Setting Numeric Values
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting Numeric Values The numeric values are set using the Right and Up arrow buttons. Press Right arrow to select next digit and Up arrow to increment digit value. The digit being changed is displayed brighter than the rest. -
Page 33: Setting Up The Meter (Setup)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting Up the Meter (setup) The Setup menu is used to select: Input signal the meter will accept Dual-scale feature for some level applications Select the display units/tags Decimal point position... - Page 34 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Input Signal (Input) Enter the Input menu to set up the meter to display current (mA) or voltage (volt) inputs. The current input is capable of accepting any signal from 0 to 20 mA.
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Page 35: Setting The Input Units Or Custom Tags (Units)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Input Units or Custom Tags (units) Enter the input unit or custom tag that will be displayed if d unit is selected as the little display parameter. See the flow chart on page 43 to access the display menu to show the unit or tag on the little display. -
Page 36: Setting The Decimal Point (Dec Pt)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) The decimal point may be set with up to five decimal places or with no decimal point at all. Pressing the Right arrow moves the decimal point one place to the right until no decimal point is displayed, and then it moves to the leftmost position. -
Page 37: Programming The Meter (Prog)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Programming the Meter (prog) It is very important to read the following information, before proceeding to program the meter: • The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. -
Page 38: Multi-Point Calibration & Scaling
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Multi-Point Calibration & Scaling The meter is set up at the factory for 2-point linear calibration. The number of points for multi-point calibration/scaling is set up in the Advanced Features menu. Up to 32 linearization points may be selected for PV1 and up to 8 linearization points may be selected for PV2. -
Page 39: Dual-Scale For Level Application
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Dual-Scale for Level Application The analog input can be displayed in two different scales, by enabling the dual-scale feature (d-SCAL) in the Setup-Input menu, see page 33. To enable the dual-scale feature for some level applications you must select d-SCAL in the Input selection menu. - Page 40 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Error Message (Error) An error message indicates that the calibration or scaling process was not successful. After the error message is displayed, the meter reverts to the input prior to the failure during calibration or scaling and to input 1 during internal calibration, allowing the appropriate input signal to be applied or programmed.
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Page 41: Calibrating The Meter With External Source (Cal)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Calibrating the Meter with External Source (Cal) Note: To scale the meter without a signal source refer to Scaling the Meter (SCALE), page 38. The meter can be calibrated to display the process variable in engineering units by applying the appropriate input signal and following the calibration procedure. -
Page 42: Setting The Display Parameter & Intensity (Dsplay)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Display Parameter & Intensity (dsplay) The main display (Big) can be programmed to display: Process value 1 (PV1) Process value 2 (PV2) Percent of PV1 (PCT) Relay set points Max &... -
Page 43: Display Setup Menu
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Setup Menu After setting up the input and display, press the Menu button to exit programming and skip the rest of the setup menu. Press the Menu button again and the Up arrow to reach the Program menu and... -
Page 44: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Relay Operation (relay) This menu is used to set up the operation of the relays. During setup, the relays do not follow the input and they will remain in the state found prior to entering the Relay menu. -
Page 45: Setting The Relay Action
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Relay Action Operation of the relays is programmed in the Action menu. The relays may be set up for any of the following modes of operation: Automatic reset (non-latching) -
Page 46: Programming Set And Reset Points
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Programming Set and Reset Points High alarm indication: program set point above reset point. Low alarm indication: program set point below reset point. The deadband is determined by the difference between set and reset points. -
Page 47: Relay And Alarm Operation Diagrams
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams The following graphs illustrate the operation of the relays, status LEDs, and ACK button. High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn "off" relay. -
Page 48: Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn "off"... -
Page 49: High Alarm With Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) Input de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing below Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. -
Page 50: Low Alarm With Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. -
Page 51: Pump Alternation Control Operation
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Page 52: Relay Sampling Operation
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Relay Sampling Operation Input Reset Sample Sample Sample Time Time Time Relay When the signal crosses the set point, the relay trips and the sample time starts. After the sample time has elapsed, the relay resets. The cycle repeats every time the set point is crossed, going up for high alarms and going down for low alarms. -
Page 53: Signal Loss Or Loop Break Relay Operation
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Signal Loss or Loop Break Relay Operation The following graph shows the loop break relay operation for a high alarm relay. Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Loop Break = Ignore Relay... -
Page 54: Time Delay Operation
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Time Delay Operation The following graphs show the operation of the time delay function. When the signal crosses the set point, the On time delay timer starts and the relay trips when the time delay has elapsed. If the signal drops below the set point (high alarm) before the time delay has elapsed, the On time delay timer resets and the relay does not change state. -
Page 55: Relay Operation Details
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Relay Operation Details Overview The relay capabilities of the meter expand its usefulness beyond simple indication to provide users with alarm and control functions. These capabilities include front panel alarm status LEDs as well as either 2 or 4 optional internal relays and/or 4 external relays expansion module. -
Page 56: Front Panel Leds
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Front Panel LEDs The LEDs on the front panel provide status indication for the following: Status Status Alarm 1 Alarm 5 Alarm 2 Alarm 6 Alarm 3 Alarm 7 Alarm 4... -
Page 57: Non-Latching Relay (Auto)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Non-Latching Relay (Auto) Automatic reset only Condition Relay Normal Alarm Ack (No effect) Normal In this application, the meter is set up for automatic reset (non-latching relay). Acknowledging the alarm while it is still present has no effect on either the LED or the relay. -
Page 58: Latching Relay (Lt-Clr)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Latching Relay (Lt-Clr) Manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared Condition Relay Normal Alarm Ack (No effect) Normal In this application, the meter is set up for manual reset only after the signal passes the reset point (alarm condition has cleared). -
Page 59: Pump Alternation Control Applications (Altern)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Pump Alternation Control Applications (Altern) For pump control applications where two or more similar pumps are used to control the level of a tank or a well, it is desirable to have all the pumps operate alternately. - Page 60 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Application #2: Pump Alternation Using Relays 3 & 4 Relays 1 and 2 are set up for low and high alarm indication. Relays 3 and 4 are set up for pump alternation.
- Page 61 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual If the backup pump is not able to keep up, and the level reaches 7000 gallons, relay #4 transfers and starts the main pump as well. Relay #2 trips the High Level Alarm at 7500 gallons and resets at 6900 gallons.
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Page 62: Setting Up The Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting Up the Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature Relays 1-4 can be set up as interlock relays. To set up the relays for the interlock feature: 1. Access the Setup – Relay – Action menu and set the action to off. -
Page 63: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Interlock Relay Operation Example Relays 1 & 2 are configured to energize (their front panel LEDs are off) when SW1 & SW2 switches (above) are closed. If the contacts to these digital inputs are opened, the corresponding front panel LEDs flash indicating this condition. -
Page 64: Viatran Dl Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Reset Menu (Reset)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Reset Menu (reset) The Reset menu is used to reset the maximum or minimum reading (peak or valley) reached by the process; both may be reset at the same time by selecting “reset high & low” ( rst HL ). The tare value used to zero the display may be reset by selecting “reset tare”... -
Page 65: Setting Up The Password (Pass)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Setting Up the Password (pass) The Password menu is used for programming three levels of security to prevent unauthorized changes to the programmed parameter settings. Pass 1: Allows use of function keys and digital inputs Pass 2: Allows use of function keys, digital inputs and editing set/reset points Pass 3: Restricts all programming, function keys, and digital inputs. -
Page 66: Making Changes To A Password Protected Meter
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter If the meter is password protected, the meter will display the message Locd ( Locked ) when the Menu button is pressed. Press the Enter button while the message is being displayed and enter the correct password to gain access to the menu. -
Page 67: Advanced Features Menu
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Advanced Features Menu To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the Advanced Features menu. Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to access the... -
Page 68: Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages The following table shows the functions and messages of the Advanced Features menu in the order they appear in the menu. Display Parameter Action/Setting Filter... - Page 69 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Source Source Select source for the 4-20 mA output Overrange Program mA output for display overrange O-rang Underrange Program mA output for display underrange u-rang Break Set input break condition operation...
- Page 70 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Input Input Input selection Units Select the display units/tags units Filter Filter value Filter Bypass Bypass value ByPASS Round Round Round value Function selected Functn Function Scale Scaling parameter...
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Page 71: Noise Filter (Filter)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Noise Filter (filter) The noise filter is available for unusually noisy signals that cause an unstable process variable display. The noise filter averages the input signal over a certain period. The filter level determines the length of time over which the signal is averaged. -
Page 72: Modbus Rtu Serial Communications (Serial)
Note: More detailed instructions are provided with each optional serial communications adapter. Note: Refer to the Modbus Register Tables located at www.viatran.com for details. When using more than one meter in a multi-drop mode, each meter must be provided with its own unique address. -
Page 73: Select Menu (Select)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Select Menu (SElect) The Select menu is used to select the signal input conditioner applied to the input (linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank), low-flow cutoff, and analog output programming. The multi-point linearization is part of the linear function selection. - Page 74 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Square Root Linearization (Square) The square root function can be used to linearize the signal from a differential pressure transmitter and display flow rate in engineering units. Programmable Exponent Linearization (Prog E)
- Page 75 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Round Horizontal Tank Linearization (rHt) This function automatically calculates the volume in a round horizontal tank with flat ends. Set the display for the desired decimal point and engineering units before entering the round horizontal tank function. Select units, inches or cm for the tank dimensions.
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Page 76: Low-Flow Cutoff (Cutoff)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady output from a differential pressure transmitter, at low flow rates, always displays zero on the meter. -
Page 77: Programmable Function Keys User Menu (User)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Programmable Function Keys User Menu (user) The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, and F3, the digital input F4, and up to eight additional digital inputs to access most of the menus or to activate functions immediately (e.g. -
Page 78: Tare (Tare)
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Tare (tare) The tare function zero’s out the display. In the case of scale weight, tare is used to eliminate container weight and provide net weight readings. There are two tare functions; Capture Tare and Reset Tare. - Page 79 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual The meter displays either current calibration ( C CAL ) or voltage calibration ( v CAL ), according to the input setup. Press Enter to start the calibration process. Example of Internal Calibration for current input: The meter displays low input current message ( C lo ).
- Page 80 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Error Message (Error) An error message indicates that the calibration or scaling process was not successful. The error message might be caused by any of the following conditions: Input signal is not connected to the proper terminals, or it is connected backwards.
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Page 81: Meter Operation
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual METER OPERATION The meter is capable of accepting current (0-20 mA, 4-20 mA) and voltage signals (0-5 V, 1-5 V, 0-10 V, ± 10 V) and displaying these signals in engineering units from -99999 to 999999 (e.g. a 4-20 mA signal could be displayed as -50.000 to 50.000). -
Page 82: F4 Operation
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual F4 Operation A digital input, F4, is standard on the meter. This digital input is programmed identically to function keys F1, F2, and F3. The input is triggered with a contact closure to COM, or with an active low signal. -
Page 83: Troubleshooting
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING The rugged design and the user-friendly interface of the meter should make it unusual for the installer or operator to refer to this section of the manual. However, due to the many features and functions of the meter, it’s possible that the setup of the meter does not agree with what an... -
Page 84: Reset Meter To Factory Defaults
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Reset Meter to Factory Defaults When the parameters have been changed in a way that is difficult to determine what’s happening, it might be better to start the setup process from the factory defaults. -
Page 85: Factory Defaults & User Settings
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings The following table shows the factory setting for most of the programmable parameters on the meter. Next to the factory setting, the user may record the new setting for the particular application. - Page 86 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Relay 3 reset point 2.500 RSt 3 Relay 4 action Automatic Act 4 Relay 4 set point 4.000 Set 4 Relay 4 reset point 3.500...
- Page 87 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Minimum output 1.000 mA Slave ID (Address) SlavId Baud rate 9600 baud Transmit delay 50 ms Tr dly Parity Parity Even Byte-to-byte timeout 010 (0.1 sec)
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Page 88: Troubleshooting Tips
Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action No display at all Check power at power connector Not able to change setup or Meter is password-protected, enter programming, Locd is displayed correct six-digit password to unlock... -
Page 89: Figure 22. 1/8 Din Panel Cutout Template
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- Page 92 Viatran DL Series Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 199 Fire Tower Drive Tonawanda, New York USA 14150 Phone: 1.716.629.3800 Fax: 1.716.693.9162 Toll Free: 1.800.688.0030 Email: solutions@viatran.com Website: www.viatran.com Support Page: www.viatran.com/technical-support 98MANALDL_B LIM6000VC_A SFT039 Ver 3.100 & up...
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