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Instruction Manual
Model BD300
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0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, and ±10 V Inputs
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NEMA 4X, IP65 Front
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Universal 85-265 VAC,or 12/24 VDC Input Power Models
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Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 0.60" & 0.46"
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Dual-Scale for some Level Applications - Single Input
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Sunlight Readable Display Models
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Isolated 24 VDC Transmitter Power Supply
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Signal Input Conditioning for Flow & Round Horizontal Tanks
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Programmable Display & Function Keys
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32-Point, Square Root, or Exponential Linearization
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Multi-Pump Alternation Control
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2 or 4 Relays + Isolated 4-20 mA Output Options
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External 4-Relay & Digital I/O Expansion Modules
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USB, RS-232, RS-485 Serial Communication Options
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Tare Function
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Modbus® RTU Communication Protocol Standard
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Configure, Monitor, and Datalog from a PC with
Free BULLDOG Pro Software
Analog Input
Process Meter

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  • Page 1 Blue Ribbon Corporation Instruction Manual Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter • 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, and ±10 V Inputs • NEMA 4X, IP65 Front • Universal 85-265 VAC,or 12/24 VDC Input Power Models • Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 0.60” & 0.46”...
  • Page 2 Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Blue Ribbon Corp. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents herein adn specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connections........14 Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter - Instruction Manual...
  • Page 4 Troubleshooting Tips......91 8.4. Alphabetical List of Display Functions & Messages. . . 92 9. h ..101 ontact Ibbon Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter - Instruction Manual...
  • Page 5 Figure 5. Jumper Configuration for 12/24 VDC Power ........ 13 Figure 6. Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection ........... 14 Figure 7. Connector Labeling for Fully Loaded BD300 ........ 15 Figure 8. Power Connections ............... 15 Figure 9. Transmitters Powered by Internal Supply ........16 Figure 10.

  • Page 6: I Ntroduction

    4-20 mA output option. A digital input is standard. A fully loaded BD300 meter has the following: four SPDT relays, 4-20 mA output, and two 24 VDC power supplies. The BD300 capabilities may be enhanced by adding the...

  • Page 7: O Rdering I Nformation

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 2. o rderIng nformatIon 2.1. Standard Models 85-265 VAC Model 12/24 VDC Options Installed BD300-10 BD300-20 No Options BD300-12 BD300-22 2 Relays BD300-11 BD300-21 4-20 mA Output...
  • Page 8 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 2.3. Accessories Model Description BDRMK DIN rail mounting kit for two expansion modules BDXM 4 SPST (Form A) relays BDIO 4 Digital inputs & 4 digital outputs (2 may be connected)

  • Page 9: S Pecifications

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3. S pecIfIcatIonS Except where noted, all specifications apply to operation at +25 °C (+77 °F). 3.1. General DISPLAY Main display: 0.60” (15mm) high, red LEDs Second display: 0.46” (12mm) high, red LEDs...
  • Page 10 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.1 G eneral cont Operating temperature range: -40 to 65°C ENVIRONMENTAL Storage temperature range: -40 to 85°C Relative humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing CONNECTIONS Removable screw terminal blocks accept 12 to 22 AWG wire, RJ45 for external relays, digital I/O, and serial communication adapters.

  • Page 11: Process Input

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.2. 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 0.005% of calibrated span/°C max from 0 to 65°C ambient,...

  • Page 12: Relays

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.3. 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 13: Isolated 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.4. ISOLATED 4-20 mA TRANSMITTER OUTPUT OUTPUT SOURCE Process variable (PV), max, min, set points 18, ModBUS input, or manual control mode 1.000 to 23.000 mA for any display range...

  • Page 14: Compliance Information

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 3.6. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Safety UL & c-UL LISTED USA & Canada UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment E350669 UL FILE NUMBER FRONT PANEL UL TYPE 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided...

  • Page 15: S Afety

    Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual NOTE: Testing was conducted on BD300 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. Declaration of Conformity available at www.blueribboncorp.com...

  • Page 16: Panel Mounting Instructions

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.2. Panel Mounting Instructions Œ Prepare a standard ⅛ DIN panel cutout – 3.622” x 1.772” (92 mm x 45 mm). Refer to Figure 1 below, for more details.
  • Page 17 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Mounting Dimensions...

  • Page 18: Configuration For 12 Or 24 Vdc Power Option

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.3. 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 19: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.4. 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 provided 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor.
  • Page 20 The connectors’ label, affixed to the meter, shows the location of all connectors available with requested configuration. Do not connect any equipment other than Blue Ribbon’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector. Otherwise damage will occur to the equipment WARNING! and the meter.
  • Page 21 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.8. 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 22 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual The meter is capable of accepting any voltage from -10 VDC to +10 VDC 5.10. ModBUS RTU Serial Communications Serial communications connection is made to an RJ45 connector labeled M-LINK on Figure 7.
  • Page 23 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.12. Switching Inductive Loads The use of suppressors (snubbers) is strongly recommended when switching inductive loads to prevent disrupting the microprocessor’s operation. The suppressors also prolong the life of the relay contacts.
  • Page 24 Instruction Manual 5.13. RC Networks Available from Blue Ribbon Corp RC networks are available from Blue Ribbon Corp and should be applied to each relay contact switching an inductive load. Part number: BD6901. Note: Relays are de-rated to 1/14th HP (50 watts) with an inductive load.
  • Page 25 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.16. Analog Output Transmitter Power Supply The internal 24 VDC power supply powering the analog output may be used to power other devices, if the analog output is not used. The I+ terminal is the +24 V and the R terminal is the return.
  • Page 26 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 5.18. 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 27: S Etup A Nd P Rogramming

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6. S etup rogrammIng 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.

  • Page 28: Front Panel Buttons And Status Led Indicators

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.1. Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators Status Button Description Symbol Alarm 1-8 Indicator Menu Flashing: Relay in 1-8 M Right Arrow/F1 manual control mode Flashing: Tare...

  • Page 29: Display Functions & Messages

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual • Press the Menu button to enter or exit the Programming Mode at any time. • Press the Right arrow button to move to the next digit during digit or decimal point programming.
  • Page 30 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Calibrate Enter the Calibration menu Calibrate input 1 signal or program input Input 1 1 value InP 1 Display 1 Program display 1 value...
  • Page 31 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Reset 1 Program reset point 1 rSt 1 Relays 2-8 setup Note: Relays 5-8 are shown, only if Relay 2 expansion relay module is installed.
  • Page 32 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Reset Press Enter to access the Reset menu rESEt Reset High Press Enter to reset max display rSt Hi Reset Low Press Enter to reset min display rSt Lo Reset High &...

  • Page 33: Main Menu

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.3. 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 34: Setting Numeric Values

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.4. 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.

  • Page 35: Setting Up The Meter (Setup)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5. Setting Up the Meter (SEtuP) The Setup menu is used to select: 1. Input signal the meter will accept for Channel A and Channel B 2. Decimal point position A, B, and C 3.
  • Page 36 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.1. Setting the Input Signal (InPut) Enter the Input menu to set up the meter to display current (mA) or voltage (Uolt) inputs. The current input is capable of accepting any signal from 0 to 20 mA.
  • Page 37 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.2. 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 dis- play parameters.
  • Page 38 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.3. 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 39 Use the Calibrate menu to apply a signal from a calibrator or a flowmeter. • The BD300 is a single input meter with dual-scale capability. The Program menu contains the Scale and the Calibrate menus. Note: The Scale and Calibrate functions are exclusive of each other. The meter uses the last function programmed.
  • Page 40 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.4.3. 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 41 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.4.6. 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 30.
  • Page 42 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.4.7. 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.
  • Page 43 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.4.9. 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 44 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.5. 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 45 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.5.6. 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...

  • Page 46: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.6. Setting the Relay Operation (rELAy) The 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 47 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.6.1. 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) 8.
  • Page 48 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.6.2. Programming Set and Reset Points High alarm indication: program set point above reset point. Low alarm indication: program set point below resent point. The deadband is determined by the difference between set and rest points. Minimum deadband is one display count.

  • Page 49: Relay And Alarm Operation Diagrams

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.6.5. Relay Action for Loss of 4-20 mA Input (Loop Break) The look break feature is associated with the 4-20 mA input. Each relay may be programmed to go to one of the following conditions when the meter detects the loss of the input signal (i.e.
  • Page 50 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.3. Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn “off” relay. To detect a new alarm condition, the signal must go below the set point, and then go above it.
  • Page 51 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.4. High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.
  • Page 52 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.5. Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.
  • Page 53 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.2. Pump Alternation Control Operation Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual...
  • Page 54 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.6. Relay Sampling Operation 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 55 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.7. Signal Loss Or Loop Break Operation When the meter detects a break in the 4-20 mA loop, the relay will go to one of the following...
  • Page 56 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.7.8. 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.

  • Page 57: Relay Operation Details

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8. Relay Operation Details 6.8.1. Overview The relay capabilities of the meter expand its usefulness beyond simple indication to provide us- ers 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 58 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.4. 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...
  • Page 59 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.5. Latching and Non-Latching Relay Operation The relays can be set up for latching (manual reset) or non-latching (automatic reset) operation. Relay terminology for following tables Terminology...
  • Page 60 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.7. Non-Latching Relay (A-m An) Automatic + manual reset t any time Condition Relay Normal Alarm Normal Next Alarm Normal In this application, the meter is set up for automatic and manual reset at any time (non-latching relay).
  • Page 61 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.9. 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 62 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.10. 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. This prevents excessive wear and overheating of one pump over the lack of use of the other pumps.
  • Page 63 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Pump Alternation Operation Pump #1 turns on when level reaches 30.000, when level drops below 10.000, pump #1 turns off. The next time level reaches 30.000, pump #2 turns on, when level drops below 10.000, pump #2 turns off.
  • Page 64 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual The following graphics provide a visual representation of a typical pump alternation application with high and low alarm monitoring: 1. Relay #4 turns the main pump on at 6000 gallons and turns it off at 1000 gallons.
  • Page 65 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 4. Relay #2 trips the High Level Alarm at 7500 gallons and resets at 6900 gallons. 5. Relay #1 trips the Low Level Alarm at 495 gallons and resets at 750 gallons.
  • Page 66 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.11. 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.

  • Page 67: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.8.11.1. Interlock Relay Operation Example Relays 1 & 2 are configured to energize (their front panel LEDs are off) when SW1 and SW2 switches (above) are closed. If the contacts to these digital inputs are opened, the corresponding front panel LEDs flash indicating this condition.

  • Page 68: Reset Menu (Reset)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.10. 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 69: Setting Up The Password (Pass)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.12. 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...
  • Page 70 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.12.2. 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 71: 6.13. Advanced Features Menu

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.13. Advanced Features Menu To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the Ad- vanced Features menu. Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to access the advanced features of the meter.
  • Page 72 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.13.1. 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.
  • Page 73 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Dimension Calculate volume in liters Diameter Enter the tank’s diameter in inches diAmr Length Enter the tank’s length in inches LEnGth Cutoff Set low-flow cutoff...
  • Page 74 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Internal Source Enter internal source calibration (used for Calibration scaling the meter without a signal source) iCAl Current Calibrate 4-20 mA current input (internal...
  • Page 75 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Analog Output Analog output scaling Aout Analog Output Programming Analog output programming AoutPr Serial Serial communication settings SEriAL LED Test Test all LEDs LEd t...
  • Page 76 The transmit delay may be set between 0 and 199 ms. The parity can be set to even, odd, or none with 1 or 2 stop bits. The BD300 can also be connected to another BD300 with a special BDCCC cable, allowing the user to copy all the settings from one meter to another, using the Copy function.
  • Page 77 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.13.6. 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.
  • Page 78 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.13.8. Square Root Linearization (SquArE) The square root function can be used to linearize the signal from a differential pressure trans- mitter and display flow rate in engineering units.
  • Page 79 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.13.11. 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.
  • Page 80 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.14. Low-Flow Cutoff (CutOff) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady out- put from a differential pressure transmitter, at low flow rates, always displays zero on the meter.
  • Page 81 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.16. Programmable Function Keys User Menu (uSEr) The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, and F3, the digi- tal input F4, and up to eight additional digital inputs to access most of the menus or to activate functions immediately (e.g.
  • Page 82 Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.16.1. Function Keys & Digital I/O Available Settings Display Description Display Description Max on little display Acknowledge relays Lit HC (Channel C) Min on little display Reset Max (A, B, C) rSt Hi...
  • Page 83 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Description Display Description Force Relay 1 On F On 1 Max on Little Display Force Relay 2 On Lit Hi F On 2 Min on Little Display...
  • Page 84 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 6.18. Internal Source Calibration (ICAL) The meter is factory calibrated priot to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards.
  • Page 85 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual The graphic above shows the calibration of the current input. The Voltage input is calibrated in a similar way. Tips: • Low and high input signals ca be any valid values within the range of the meter.
  • Page 86 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Input Range Input 1 & Input 2 Span 4-20 mA 0.15 mA ± VDC 0.10 VDC 6.19. Meter Copy Function (Copy) The Copy function is used to copy (or clone) all the settings from one meter to other meters requiring exactly the same setup and programming ( i.e.
  • Page 87 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 1. Connect two meters using a DBCC meter copy cable. Using standard CAT5 or other cable will cause damage to both meters. Use DBCCC meter copy cable only.

  • Page 88: M Eter O Peration

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 7. m eter peratIon 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.

  • Page 89: Function Keys Operation

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 7.2. Function Keys Operation During operation, the programmable function keys operate according to the way they have been programmed in the Advanced Features – User menu. The table above shows the factory default settings for F1, F2, F3.

  • Page 90: T Roubleshooting

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual To display max reading using function key with factory defaults: Assign either display to Max (d Hi), Min (d Lo), or toggle between Max and Min (d HL) every 10 seconds.

  • Page 91: Reset Meter To Factory Defaults

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 8.1.1. Determining Software Version To determine the software version of a meter: 8.2. Reset Meter to Factory Defaults When the parameters have been changed in a way that is difficult to determine what’s happen- ing, it might be better to start the setup process from the factory defaults.
  • Page 92 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 8.2.1. 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 applica- tion.
  • Page 93 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Relay 1 Set Point 1.000 SEt 1 Relay 1 Reset Point Automatic rSt 1 Relay 2 Action Automatic Act 2 Relay 2 Set Point 2.000...
  • Page 94 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Off Delay Relay 4 0.0 sec OFF 4 Loop Break Relay 1 Ignore iGnorE Loop Break Relay 2 Ignore iGnorE Loop Break Relay 3...
  • Page 95 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting F3 Function Key Acknowledge relays F4 Funtion Acknowledge relays Digital Input 1 Menu Digital Input 2 Right arrow d1 2 Digital Input 3...

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting Tips

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 8.3. Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action No display at all Check power at power connector Not able to change setup or programming, Locd Meter is password-protected, enter correct...

  • Page 97: Alphabetical List Of Display Functions & Messages

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual 8.4. Alphabetical List of Display Functions & Messages Display Parameter Action/Setting Enter mA output value read by milliamp 20 mA Output meter with at least 0.001 mA resolution...
  • Page 98 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Calibrate Enter the Calibration menu Calibrate 4-20 mA output (internal reference Calibrate source used for scaling the output) CAL ib Enter Control menu to turn relays on/off, set...
  • Page 99 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Disable Disable function key diSAbL Delay 1 Enter relay 1 time delay setup (1-8) dLy 1 Assign digital output 1-8, if expansion modules Digital Output 1...
  • Page 100 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Input Enter Input selection menu inPut Latching Set relay for latching operation LAtCH LED Test Test all LEDs LEd t Length Enter the tank’s length in inches...
  • Page 101 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Output 1 Program output 1 value(e.g. 4.000 mA) Out 1 Output 2 Program output 2 value (e.g. 20.000 mA) Out 2 Password Enter the Password menu...
  • Page 102 Return to Table of Contents Model BD300 Analog Input Process Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Scale Enter the Scale menu SCALE Enter Select menu (function, cutoff, output Select programming) SELEct Send Send meter settings to another meter SEnd Serial...
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