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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
Model BD306
Dual-Input
Pump Controller

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  • Page 1 Blue Ribbon Corporation Instruction Manual Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller • 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 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 con- tents herein and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Page 3 Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Table of Figures Figure 1. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Dimensions ..........13 Figure 2. Panel Mounting Details ..............14 Figure 3. Jumper Configuration for 12/24 VDC Power ........ 14 Figure 4. Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection ........... 15 Figure 5. Connector Labeling for Fully Loaded BD306 ........ 16 Figure 6. Power Connections ............... 16 Figure 7. Transmitters Powered by Internal Supply ........

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. I ....1 ntroductIon 2. o ....2 rderIng nformatIon 2.1.
  • Page 5 6. I ....12 nStallatIon 6.1. Unpacking........12 6.2. Panel Mounting Instructions.
  • Page 6 9. t ....86 rouble hootIng 9.1. Diagnostics Menu (diAG)......86 9.2.

  • Page 7: I Ntroduction

    Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller 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 and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 8: O Rdering I Nformation

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 2. o rderIng nformatIon 2.1. Standard Models 85-265 VAC Model 12/24 VDC Options Installed BD306-10 BD306-20 No Options BD306-12 BD306-22 2 Relays BD306-11 BD306-21 4-20 mA Output BD306-14...

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 2.3. Accessories Model Description BDDRMK 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 10: S Pecifications

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3. S pecIfIcatIonS Except where noted, all specifications apply to operation at +25 °C (+77 °F). 3.1. General DISPLAY Main (big) display: 0.60” (15mm) high, red LEDs Second (little) display: 0.46” (12mm) high, red LEDs...
  • Page 11 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3.1 G eneral cont Installation Overvoltage Category II: Local level with smaller transient overvoltages OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY than Installation Overvoltage Category III. ENVIRONMENTAL Operating temperature range: -40 to 65°C Storage temperature range: -40 to 85°C...

  • Page 12: Dual Process Input

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3.2. Dual Process Input TWO INPUTS Field selectable: 0-20, 4-20 mA, ±10 V (0-5, 1-5, 0-10 V), Modbus PV (Slave) CHANNELS Channel A, Channel B, Channel C (Math channel) Constant P (Adder): -99999 to 999999, default: 0.000 PROGRAMMABLE Constant F (Factor): 0.00001 to 999999, default: 1.000...
  • Page 13 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual MULTI-POINT 2 to 32 points for Channel A and B LINEARIZATION PROGRAMMABLE 1.0001 to 2.9999 EXPONENT LOW -FLOW CUTOFF 0-999999 (0 disables cutoff function) Up to five decimal places or none: DECIMAL POINT d.ddddd, d.dddd, d.ddd, d.dd, d.d, or dddddd...

  • Page 14: Relays

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller 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 15: Isolated 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3.4. Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output OUTPUT SOURCE Process channel A, B, or C, max or min for channel A, B, or highest or lowest max or min of A and B, set points 1-8, Modbus input, or manual control mode 1.000 to 23.000 mA for any display range...

  • Page 16: Bdio Digital Input & Output Expansion Module

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3.6. BDIO Digital Input & Output Expansion Module CHANNELS 4 digital inputs & 4 digital outputs per module SYSTEM Up to 2 modules for a total of 8 inputs & 8 outputs 3 to 5 VDC...

  • Page 17: C Ompliance I Nformation

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 4. c omplIance nformatIon 4.1. Safety USA & Canada UL & c-UL LISTED UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment UL FILE NUMBER E350669 FRONT PANEL UL TYPE 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided...

  • Page 18: S Afety

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller 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.

  • Page 19: Panel Mounting Instructions

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.2. Panel Mounting Instructions • Prepare a standard 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 20 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 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 21: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.3. 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 22 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 23 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.4.3. Signal Connections Signal connections are made to a nine-terminal connector labeled SIGNAL on Figure 5. The COM (common) terminal is the return for the 4-20 mA and the ±10 V input signals.
  • Page 24 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual The meter is capable of accepting any voltage from -10 VDC to +10 VDC 6.4.4. ModBUS RTU Serial Communications Serial communications connection is made to an RJ45 connector labeled M-LINK on Figure 5.
  • Page 25 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.4.6. 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. Suppression can be obtained with resistor-capacitor (RC) networks assembled by the user or purchased as complete assemblies.
  • Page 26 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.4.10. 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 27 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.4.12. 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 28 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 6.4.14. 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 29: S Etup And P Rogramming

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7. S etup and 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 30: Front Panel Buttons And Status Led Indicators

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.1. 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 Up Arrow/F2 Flashing: Relay Enter/F3 interlock switch open...

  • Page 31: Display Functions & Messages

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller 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 32 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description 0-10 VDC Set meter for ±10 BDC input UoLt Unit Select the display units/tags unit Unit Set unit or tag for Channel A Ch-A...
  • Page 33 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Display Ch-B Assign display to Channel B d Ch-b Display Ch-C Assign display to Channel C (math) d Ch-C Display AB Alternate display of Channel A & B...
  • Page 34 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Display B Gross Display input Channel B Gross (no tare) b GroS Display B Net Alternate display of Channel B Net (tare) and Gross...
  • Page 35 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Enable fail-safe operation Fail-safe 2 Set relays 2-8 fail-safe operation FLS 2 Delay Enter relay Time Delay menu dELAy Delay 1 Enter relay 1 time delay setup...

  • Page 36: Main Menu

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.3. Main Menu The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions: Reset, Control, Setup, and Password. • Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Up arrow button to scroll main menu.

  • Page 37: Setting Numeric Values

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.4. 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 38: Reset Menu (Reset)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.5. 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 39: Setting Up The Meter (Setup)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.7. 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 for A, B, and C 3.
  • Page 40 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.7.1. Setting the Input Signal (inPut) Enter the Input menu to set up the meter to display current (m A) or voltage (UoLt) inputs for Channel A and Channel B. The current input is capable of accepting any signal from 0 to 20 mA.
  • Page 41 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.7.3. Programming the Meter It is to read the following information, before proceeding to program the meter: very important • The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection.
  • Page 42 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual The Program menu contains the Scale and the Calibrate menus for Channels A & B. The process inputs may be calibrated or scaled to any display value within the range of the meter.
  • Page 43 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.7.3.3. Scaling the Meter without a Signal Source The process input (4-20 mA, ± VDC) can be scaled to display the process variables in engineering units. A signal source is not needed to scale the meter; simply program the inputs and corresponding display values.
  • Page 44 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller 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 2 during calibration or scaling and to input 1 during internal calibration, allowing the appropriate input signal to be applied or programmed.
  • Page 45 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual The meter can be calibrated to display the process variable in engineering units by applying the appropriate input signal and following the calibration procedure. The use of a calibrated signal source is strongly recommended to calibrate the meter.
  • Page 46 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.7.7. Setting the Display Parameter & Intensity (dSPLAy) The main display (biG) can be programmed to display: 1. Process value Ch-A 2. Process value Ch-B 3. Process value Ch-C 4. Toggle between Ch-A & Ch-B, Ch-A & Ch-C, Ch-B & Ch-C, and Ch-A, Ch-B, &...
  • Page 47 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual The meter has eight display intensity levels to give the best performance un- Display Intensity: der various lighting conditions. Select intensity 8 for outdoor applications. 7.7.8. 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.
  • Page 48 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual of Channel A or B, or the Modbus input. In addition to the parameters available on the Main display, the secondary display can display Engineering units or it could be turned off.

  • Page 49: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual cable channel from within the Setup menu. Press and hold up arrow to auto-scroll the characters in the display. 7.8. Setting the Relay Operation (rELAy) The menu is used to set up the assignment and operation of the relays.
  • Page 50 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.8.1. Setting the Relay Assignment (ASS iGn)
  • Page 51 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.8.2. 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: 1. Automatic reset (non-latching) 2.
  • Page 52 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.8.3. 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 53 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.8.6. 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 54: Relay And Alarm Operation Diagrams

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9. Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams The following graphs illustrate the operation of the relays, status LEDs, and ACK button. 7.9.1. High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset) Manual only after passing below Reset (latching with clear) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn “off” relay. To detect a new alarm...
  • Page 55 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.2. Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset) Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn “off” relay. For relay to turn back “on”, signal must go above set point, and then go below it.
  • Page 56 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.3. High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) Manual only after passing below Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.
  • Page 57 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.4. Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset) Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.
  • Page 58 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual...
  • Page 59 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.5. 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 60 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.6. Signal Loss Or Loop Break Relay Operation The following graph shows the loop break relay operation for a high alarm relay. When the meter detects a break in the 4-20 mA loop, the relay will go to one of the following selected actions: 1.
  • Page 61 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.9.7. 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 62: Relay Operation Details

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10. Relay Operation Details 7.10.1. 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 63 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10.3. Fail-Safe Operation The following table indicates how the relays behave based on the fail-safe selection for each relay: Non-Alarm State Alarm State Fail-Safe Power Failure Selection Relays go to Open...
  • Page 64 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10.5. 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 Relay Condition Alarm (Tripped) Normal (Reset) Acknowledged The On and Off terminology does not refer to the status of the relay’s coil, which depends on the fail-safe mode selected.
  • Page 65 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10.7. Non-Latching Relay (A-m An) Automatic + manual reset at 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 66 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual In this application, the meter is set up for manual reset only after the signal passes the reset point (alarm condition has cleared). Acknowledging the alarm while it is still present has no effect on either the LED or the relay.
  • Page 67 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10.11. 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 68 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.10.13. 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 69: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 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 70: Setting Up The Password (Pass)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.12. 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 71 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.12.2. 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 72: Advanced Features Menu

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.13. 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 advanced features of the meter.
  • Page 73 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.13.1. 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. Display Parameter Action/Setting Filer Set noise filter value...
  • Page 74 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Programmable Set meter for programmable exponent and Exponent enter exponent value ProG E Round Horizontal Set meter for round horizontal tank volume Tank calculation Diameter Enter the tank’s diameter in inches...
  • Page 75 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Analog Output Programming Program analog output parameters AoutPr Source Select source for the 4-20 mA output SourcE Overrange Program mA output for display overrange O-rAnG...
  • Page 76 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Current High Calibrate high current input (e.g. 20 mA) C Hi Voltage Calibration Calibrate voltage input U CAL Voltage Low Calibrate low voltage input (e.g. 0 V)
  • Page 77 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.13.3. Noise Filter Bypass (byPASS) The noise filter bypass changes the behavior of the meter so that small variations in the signal are filtered out but large abrupt changes in the input signal are displayed immediately. The by- pass value determines the minimum amount of signal change to be displayed immediately.
  • Page 78 To communicate with a computer or other data terminal equipment, an RS-232 or RS-485 adapter option is required; see Ordering Information on page 2 for details. Do not connect any equipment other than Blue Ribbon’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector.
  • Page 79 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual...
  • Page 80 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 7.13.6. Signal Input Conditioning (Functn) The Function menu is used to select the input-to-output transfer function applied to the input sig- nal: linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank volume calculation.
  • Page 81 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Multi-Point Linearization (L inEAr) Meters are set up at the factory for linear function with 2-point linearization. Up to 32 lineariza- tion points can be selected for PV1 under the linear function. The multi-point linearization can...
  • Page 82 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Changing the Volume from Gallons to Liters In the above graphic, entering the 48” for the diameter and 120” for the length of the round horizontal tank, the meter automatically calculates that the volume of the tank is 940.02 gallons.
  • Page 83 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Analog Output Source The analog output source can be based on either of the input channels (Ch-A, Ch-B), the math channel (Ch-C), maximum stored value of either input channel (Hi-A, Hi-B), minimum stored value of either input channel (Lo-A, Lo-B), relay set points, or the Modbus input.
  • Page 84 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 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 Lit LC...
  • Page 85 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Description Display Description Set Channel B display Max on Little Display value to zero (‘B’ LED Lit Hi tArE b (Channel B) flashes - same rate as Min on Little Display Reset tare for A &...
  • Page 86 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Notes: 1. If meter is in operation and it is intended to accept only one input type (e.g. 4-20 mA), recalibration of other input is not necessary. 2. Allow the meter to warm up for at least 15 minutes before performing the internal calibration procedure.
  • Page 87 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Tips: • Low and high input signals can be any valid values within the range of the meter. • Observe minimum input span requirements between input 1 and input 2.
  • Page 88 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Input Range Input 1 & Input 2 Span 4-20 mA 0.15 mA ±10 Vdc 0.10 Vdc 7.13.12. 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 89 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Copy Function Requirements To successfully copy settings from one meter to another, both meters must have: 1. Same software version 2. Same baud rate settings. See Determining Software Version, page 86, for instructions.

  • Page 90: M Eter O Peration

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual sage donE when copying is completed. The meter initializes and returns to Run Mode using the same settings as the Master. 8. If meter to be cloned does not respond to the data being sent, refer to Copy Function Requirements above.

  • Page 91: Function Keys Operation

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 8.2. 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, and F3.

  • Page 92: Diagnostics Menu (Diag)

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 9. t rouble hootIng 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 93 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 3. Press and hold Right arrow for five seconds, press Enter when display flashes rESEt . Note: If Enter is not pressed within three seconds, the display returns to the Diagnostics menu.
  • Page 94 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Input Type Input Input Type, Channel A 4-20 mA Ch-A Input Type, Channel B 4-20 mA Ch-b Unit unit Unit, Channel A...
  • Page 95 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Factor (Constant F) FActor Filter FiLtEr Filter, Channel A Ch-A Filter, Channel B Ch-b Bypass byPASS Round round Cutoff CutoFF Cutoff value, Channel A 0.000 (disabled)
  • Page 96 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Relay 3 Set Point 3.000 SEt 3 Relay 3 Reset Point 2.500 rSt 3 Relay 4 Assignment Channel A Ch-A Relay 4 Action...
  • Page 97 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Output 1 Value 4.000 mA Out 1 Display 2 Analog Out 20.000 diS 2 Output 2 Value 20.000 mA Out 2 Source Analog Output...
  • Page 98 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Digital Output 1 Alarm 1 dO 1 Digital Output 2 Alarm 2 dO 2 Digital Output 3 Alarm 3 dO 3 Digital Output 4...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting Tips

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 9.3. Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action No display at all Check power at power connector Not able to change setup or programming, Meter is password-protected, enter correct six-digit Locd is displayed...

  • Page 100: Alphabetical List Of Display Functions & Messages

    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 9.4. Alphabetical List of Display Functions & Messages Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Flashing Display Underrange Condition -99999 Overrange Condition 999999 20 mA Output Enter mA output value read by milliamp me- 20 m A ter with at least 0.001 mA resolution...
  • Page 101 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Current Calibrate 4-20 mA current input (internal C CAL Calibration reference source used for scaling the input) Current High Calibrate high current input (e.g. 20 mA)
  • Page 102 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Display Hi A Display high value of Channel A d Hi-A Display Hi B Display high value of Channel B d Hi-b Display Hi C...
  • Page 103 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Display Set 1 Select to display set point 1 (1-8) dSEt 1 Display Enter the Display menu dSPLAy Enter Button Assign digital input to Enter button/F3...
  • Page 104 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Length Enter the tank’s length in inches or cm LEnGth Linear Set meter for linear function and select LinEAr number of linearization points Max on Little...
  • Page 105 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Overrange Program mA output for display overrange O-rAnG Output 1 Program output 1 value (e.g. 4.000 mA) Out 1 Output 2 Program output 2 value (e.g. 20.000 mA)
  • Page 106 Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Select Enter Select menu (function, round, math, SELEct constant, cutoff, output programming) Send Send meter settings to another meter SEnd Serial Set serial communication parameters...

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    Return to Table of Contents Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual 10. m ountIng ImenSIonS...
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