Download  Print this page

Reliable Data-Logger DL-04 User Manual

Reliable corporation data-logger user manual
Hide thumbs

Advertisement

Rev. 1.70
Serial Number:___________________
Model DL-04
DATA-LOGGER
W
D
-L
IRELINE
ATA
OGGER

USER MANUAL

© 1996-2008, Reliable Scale Corporation
Reliable Scale Corporation
520 Moraine Road N.E.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Tel:1-800-419-1189
(403) 272-8784
Fax: (403) 273-9818
E-mail: info@reliablescale.com
Web: http://www.reliablescale.com

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

  Related Manuals for Reliable Data-Logger DL-04

No related manuals

  Summary of Contents for Reliable Data-Logger DL-04

  • Page 1: User Manual

    Rev. 1.70 Serial Number:___________________ Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER IRELINE OGGER USER MANUAL © 1996-2008, Reliable Scale Corporation Reliable Scale Corporation 520 Moraine Road N.E. Calgary, Alberta, Canada Tel:1-800-419-1189 (403) 272-8784 Fax: (403) 273-9818 E-mail: info@reliablescale.com Web: http://www.reliablescale.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Reliable Scale Corporation 1. Contents Contents ... 2 Capabilities... 3 Features... 3 Physical Layout ... 4 Basic Operation... 5 Log Data ... 7 Resume Logging... 10 Delete Data ... 11 View Job Information ... 13 Plot Chart ... 14 Print Data ... 16 Configuration ...
  • Page 3: Capabilities

    Reliable Scale Corporation 2. Capabilities The Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER is a versatile tool designed to record line load, line speed and tool depth on Wireline trucks. This new technology offers secure data recovery and reduces chances of operator error and improves record keeping. The result is an improved profit picture.
  • Page 4: Physical Layout

    Reliable Scale Corporation 3. Physical Layout • 12 Volt DC Power Input - 4 pin male military style connector (P/N: PT02A8- 4P). • LCD Screen - displays instruction and status messages to the operator. • Alphanumeric Keys - operator keys in information.
  • Page 5: Basic Operation

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4. Basic Operation 1. Press the key until text appears. ON/OFF Screen shows the serial number and the software version. The next screen shows date & time for operator verification with local time zones. 2. Press to continue.
  • Page 6 Reliable Scale Corporation 5. When an process has been completed, will return to the Main Menu. DL-04 Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual MAIN MENU 1 Log Data 2 Resume Logging Select # Page 6 of 38 more: Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 7: Log Data

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.1 Log Data The chief function of the The screen prompts the operator through the necessary steps, issuing instructions as required. Once the operator initiates a job, each record is saved automatically for future transfer and analysis.
  • Page 8 Reliable Scale Corporation 3. Press the number and arrow keys to scroll through the letters shown at the top of the keys. 4. Use F2 to exit alpha mode and the screen will return to normal 5. Input numbers normally 6.
  • Page 9 Reliable Scale Corporation 10. Job Operator is next. Follow the same procedure as for Well Name. 11. Key in Job Operator. Example: Log Interval is next. Intervals from 2 seconds to 99 seconds between records are available. 12. Key in the Interval.
  • Page 10: Resume Logging

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.2 Resume Logging If a job has been interrupted for some reason, it can be resumed using the Resume Logging process. Only the last job in memory can be resumed. If there are no jobs in memory, this process cannot be used.
  • Page 11: Delete Data

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.3 Delete Data After the records have been plotted (see section 4.5 on page 14) or transferred to a computer (see section 4.6 on page 16), clear the memory using the Delete Records option. Jobs should be deleted after each day to make room for new ones and to eliminate confusion.
  • Page 12 Reliable Scale Corporation If a valid password has been entered, the records are deleted and the status is displayed on the screen. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Deleting data Data DELETED Page 12 of 38 Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 13: View Job Information

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.4 View Job Information Job information in the transferring or deleting it. 1. From the Main Menu, select View Job Info. If there is more than one job in memory, the user will be prompted for the job number.
  • Page 14: Plot Chart

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.5 Plot Chart Data saved in the DL-04 the form of a chart (Line Pull and Depth vs. Time). Connect the to the printer or computer with the proper cables & hardware. Be sure the printer/computer is ready to receive the data. The default serial port...
  • Page 15 Reliable Scale Corporation 4. To quit printing, press Page 15 of 38 Rev. 1.70 Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual...
  • Page 16: Print Data

    Reliable Scale Corporation 4.6 Print Data Data saved in the DL-04 historical storage and analysis. Connect the the proper cables & hardware. Be sure your computer is ready to receive the records. The default serial port configuration for the 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. A standard terminal program such as Procomm or HyperTerminal can be used for this procedure (see your terminal program manual for details).
  • Page 17 Reliable Scale Corporation 4. To quit printing, press Page 17 of 38 Rev. 1.70 Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual...
  • Page 18: Configuration

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5. Configuration Some operating features of the equipment being used. Other parameters such as the date and time need to be set in order to make accurate logs. All parameters are set from the Configuration Menu. 1. From the Main Menu, select Configuration.
  • Page 19: Set Date

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.1 Set Date The current date can be seen when the important that this be set correctly in order to provide accurate log information. If the date needs to be changed, it is done using the Set Date process from the Configuration Menu.
  • Page 20 Reliable Scale Corporation The new date is displayed before returning to the Configuration Menu. 5. To quit, press Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Date set to: 1999-02-12 Page 20 of 38 SET DATE Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 21: Set Time

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.2 Set Time The current time can be seen when the important that this be set correctly in order to provide accurate log information. If the time needs to be changed, it is done using the Set Time process from the Configuration Menu.
  • Page 22: Set Time

    Reliable Scale Corporation The new time is displayed before returning to the Configuration Menu. 5. To quit, press Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Time set to: 14:25:50 Page 22 of 38 SET TIME Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 23: Configure Ports

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3 Configure Ports The ports on the DL-04 individual applications. It is recommended however, that the default port settings be used. They are: • Port 1 - Computer/Printer • Port 2 - Counter • Port 3 - Weight Indicator 1.
  • Page 24: Show Port Function

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.1 Show Port Function The current port assignments can be seen by using the Show Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. This can be a useful troubleshooting tool if device communications problems arise. 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Show Port Function 2.
  • Page 25: Set Port Function

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.2 Set Port Function The current port assignments can be changed using the Set Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. It is recommended that the default port assignments be used. 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Set Port Function 2.
  • Page 26: Set Port Speed

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.3 Set Port Speed Using the Set Port Speed option, the port baud rates can be set to accommodate the needs of the device connected to it. It is important that this setting is correct for proper device interfacing.
  • Page 27 Reliable Scale Corporation 4. To quit, press Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual SET PORT FUNCTION Port: 1 Speed: 9600 baud Page 27 of 38 Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 28: Set Port Format

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.4 Set Port Format Using the Set Port Format option, the word length and parity parameters for a port can be set to accommodate the needs of the device connected to it. It is important that these settings are correct for proper device interfacing.
  • Page 29 Reliable Scale Corporation 4. Choose the parity setting. 5:None Example: 5. To quit, press Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Select Parity: 1:Even 3:Mark 5:None SET PORT FORMAT Port: 1 Format: 8,N,1 Page 29 of 38 2:Odd 4:Space Rev. 1.70...
  • Page 30: Port Test

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.5 Port Test Proper port operation can be tested using the Test Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. This function should not be used when connected to the measurement devices as they can be damaged. This can be a useful troubleshooting tool if device communications problems arise and should only by used by trained personnel.
  • Page 31: Set Depth Units

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.4 Set Depth Units As the Depth Counter does not provide unit information to the DL-04, the user must specify the depth and time units to used for logging. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Depth Units.
  • Page 32: Plot Delay

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.5 Plot Delay In order to allow the printer to keep up with the data transfer, a time delay is used. After each line of the chart has been transferred, the waits for a specific amount of time. This length of time is determined by the Plot Delay setting and is measured in milliseconds.
  • Page 33: Set Password

    Reliable Scale Corporation 5.6 Set Password A password is required to delete data from the DL-04. If a password other than the factory default ( the Set Password process. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Password. 2. Key in the old password.
  • Page 34 Reliable Scale Corporation 6. To quit, press Page 34 of 38 Rev. 1.70 Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual...
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Reliable Scale Corporation 6. Troubleshooting 1. The won’t turn on. DL-04 Ensure that the power connector is properly plugged in and is supplying 12VDC. Pin A of the power connector is positive, pin B is negative. When transferring data to the computer, nothing happens or else the data looks like garbage.
  • Page 36: Sample Chart

    Reliable Scale Corporation Sample Chart The following is a sample chart produced by the Reliable Scale Corporation DL-04 Wireline Data-Logger Log Reoprt Report Date: 1999-10-22 Job#: 4 Start Entry: 50 Well Name: TEST WELL Well Number: 452 Wireline Job Type: TEST...
  • Page 37: Sample Log

    Reliable Scale Corporation Sample Log The following is a sample log gathered by the a fixed number of characters and is separated by a comma (,). The columns are organized as follows: 1. Log entry 2. Memory location 3. Log time 4.
  • Page 38: Limited Warranty

    • Warranty claims must be submitted in writing by mail, fax or email to RELIABLE SCALE CORPORATION within the warranty period.