Connecting cable for the internal potential-free relay (2 crocodile clips) ..4 2.3.8 Power supply unit (100-240V, 47-63Hz, 1A) ..........4 The interfaces ......................5 Scope of supply of the PortaSonic 9000 delivery package ........6 Safety instructions ....................6 3. Operation ..........................7 Control keys on the meter ..................7 Basic operation/navigation ..................
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System setup of „Other“ ................. 43 12. Troubleshooting ......................44 12.1 What to do if the pipeline is not completely filled up? ..........45 12.2 The diagnostic windows of the PortaSonic 9000 ........... 46 13. Maintenance ........................48 13.1 Opening the meter ....................48 13.2 Changing the SD memory card ................
(t1, t2) are measured. The electronic of the PortaSonic 9000 measures the difference of the transit time of the ultrasonic signals going with and against the direction of flow t1 and t2. These signals are either decelerated or accelerated by the medium flow.
2 / 55 2. PortaSonic 9000 and components Illustration 1: PortaSonic 9000 – Mounted ultrasonic sensors (below) and converter Your PortaSonic 9000 mainly consists of the ultrasonic sensors mounted on your pipeline system and of a converter. Converter The converter ensures the signal processing and makes the measurement results available to the user.
PortaSonic 9000 and components 3 / 55 Mounting material and accessories 2.3.1 Connecting cables for ultrasonic sensors and converter Illustration 2: Signal cables 2.3.2 Mounting rail for the ultrasonic sensors XUC PW For PW 10 and PW 20 (the ultrasonic sensor XUC-PW F5 will be installed on the pipeline without using a mounting rail).
PortaSonic 9000 and components 4 / 55 2.3.4 Ultrasonic coupling gel The ultrasonic coupling gel will be applied between the ultrasonic sensor and the pipe to ensure the optimum signal input. 2.3.5 Temperature probe PT100 For the heat or cold quantity calculations, the temperatures within the heating or cooling circuits are measured by means of temperature probes to be buckled on.
Relais Power 18,5 VDC PortaSonic 9000 On the backside of the PortaSonic 9000, you can find the inputs and outputs. Constant voltage supply input The enclosed mains adapter will be connected to this terminal to ensure the constant voltage supply of the PortaSonic 9000.
PortaSonic 9000 and components 6 / 55 Scope of supply of the PortaSonic 9000 delivery package • Hard suitcase • Converter • Mains adapter including mains cable • Signal cable (between converter and ultrasonic sensor) • Ultrasonic sensor (type according to the customer order) •...
Operation 7 / 55 3. Operation Control keys on the meter Switches the meter on/off. Switches the backlight on/off. Multifunctional keys: Select a function displayed on the screen by means of the key located beside the respective display. Basic operation/navigation Please use the multifunctional keys: Direction keys for navigation Acknowledges the entry...
Initial start 8 / 55 4. Initial start Basic setting, navigation to the main menu 4.1.1 Adjusting the display language 1. Switch on the meter and push the multifunctional key beside the field „SETUP LANG.“ 2. Select the respective language within the appearing window by means of he arrow keys.
(yy). 4.1.3 Navigation to the main menu After having switched on your PortaSonic 9000 and the display of the start screen, the measurement window “Flow 1” will appear automatically after a few seconds. The measurement window „Flow 1“ shows an overview of all necessary information for the flow and for the heat quantity measurement.
4. In order to return to the measurement window, press „ESC“ and „MEAS“ in the subsequent window. Now, you know the basic operations of your PortaSonic 9000. To reach the main menu more quickly after having switched on the meter, select „SETUP“...
Preparation of the measurement 11 / 55 5. Preparation of the measurement Please take into consideration the following aspects to ensure a successful flow measurement. Inlet and outlet distances The place, where the meter is mounted, will have a considerable influence on the measurement quality.
Preparation of the measurement 12 / 55 Cannot be completely filled up Air is accumulating Cannot be completely Good filled up Good Pump The illustration shows the side view of the pipeline. 5.2.2 Installation of the ultrasonic sensor on horizontal pipelines In case of an horizontal pipeline, we recommend to install the sensor approx.
Preparation of the measurement 13 / 55 Installation of the ultrasonic sensors This chapter will inform you on the possible ways to install your ultrasonic sensors. The V mode is the standard way of installation for most applications. 5.3.1 V mode Ultrasonic sensor 1 Ultrasonic sensor 2 Concerning the V mode, both ultrasonic sensors are mounted on the same side of...
The chapter „Parametering“ describes how to enter all the data which are required for the flow metering. 1. The „Quick Setup“: By means of the Quick Setup, the PortaSonic 9000 will lead you step by step through all the functions necessary for the parametering.
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 15 / 55 Parametering by means of the Quick-Setup The following steps are necessary to reach the “Parametering” function: After having switched on your device, select „Setup“ during the start sequence and then „Quicksetup“. Select „Setup“ and afterwards „Quicksetup“ in the main measurement window „Flow 1“.
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 16 / 55 Enter the wall thickness of the pipeline. If you do not know the wall thickness, we recommend to use a wall thickness measuring device. It is also recommended to use such a device for pipelines with extensive furring.
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 17 / 55 Enter the thickness of the lining. Choose between the database and the user entry for entering materials not listed by the database Select the material of the Enter the sound of speed...
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 18 / 55 Select the medium. Enter the kinematic viscosity of the medium Enter the heat capacity of the medium. Enter the density of the medium UF_PS9000_BA_02_1108...
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 19 / 55 Select the appropriate ultrasonic sensor. See chapter „PortaSonic 9000 and components“ for more information on the appropriate pipe sizes and sensors. Select the appropriate mode of installation. The „V mode“ is the standard mode of installation.
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 20 / 55 Sensor installation/Sensor distance For all installation modes and ultrasonic sensor types, the distance measurement is effected from the opposite surface of the respective ultrasonic sensor. The required distances will be indicated by the converter after the parametering of the measuring point and will then have to be measured by tape.
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 21 / 55 6.4.3 Installation of the ultrasonic sensors by means of a mounting rail After having parametered the measuring point, the converter will indicate the distance in mm and also the hole grid when using the mounting rail (ultrasonic sensor F10, F20).
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 22 / 55 The mounting belts are dimensioned by the manufacturer for the maximum pipe diameter of the specific ultrasonic sensors ordered by you. In case of small size pipeline systems, it is recommended to shorten the mounting belts before mounting them (approx. 4x the outside diameter).
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 23 / 55 Illustration 12: Tightening of the mounting belt with the tightener Illustration 13: Final position (without mounting rail) Illustration 14: Final position (with mounting rail) Parameter editing via the main menu It is also possible to carry out the parametering via the main menu.
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Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 24 / 55 Param.: Pipe Pipe outside diameter Pipe circumference oder Enter the Enter the pipe outside diameter pipe circumference Entry of the pipe wall thickness Pipe material from the User-defined entry of database pipe material...
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 25 / 55 Param.: Medium User-defined medium Medium from the database Enter the sound velocity of the medium Database 1 Water 20°C 2 … Enter the kinematic viscosity of the medium Enter the heat capacity of...
Metering with the PortaSonic 9000 26 / 55 Now, press „Zero Setup“. You will then see the „Zero adjustment“ window. 4. Select „Zero adjustment“. Acknowledge your entry by pressing the „Enter“ key. The zero point is now set. An already existing zero point will be overwritten. By selecting „Delete zero“, you will delete the last set zero point.
Messen mit der PortaSonic 9000 Seite 27 / 55 Heat capacity/quantity Volume flow/quantity Flow inlet temperature Temperature probe T1 Converter Sensor Backflow temperature Converter Temperature probe T2 Q flow Illustration 14: Shematic view of the heat quantity measurement The meter indicates the heat capacity and the accumulated heat quantity.
Navigate to the main measuring window: „Flow 1“ as follows: Wait approximately 5 seconds after having activated your device. While the start screen is displayed, the PortaSonic 9000 will automatically switch to the main measuring window: „Flow 1“. Select „ESC“...
Measuring windows of the PortaSonic 9000 29 / 55 Function: Explanation: Indicates the current flow Flow Totalizator = Flow meter Totalizator Indicates the current rate of flow. Capacity Indicates the current heat capacity. Heat capacity Indicates the current heat quantity.
Measuring windows of the PortaSonic 9000 30 / 55 Changes to the main measuring window „Flow 1“. Changes to the „Heat capacity“ measuring window. 6.10 „Heat quantity“ measuring window Navigate to the main measuring window: „Heat quantity“ as follows: Select „Flow 2“ and subsequently „Heat“ in the main measuring window: „Flow 1“.
Measuring windows of the PortaSonic 9000 31 / 55 6.11.1 Selection of the flow unit Navigate to the “Units”submenu: „Flow“ as follows: Select „SETUP“ and afterwards „COMPL SETUP“ in the „Flow 1“ main measuring window. In the main menu, navigate to „Units“ and select „Flow“.
Measuring windows of the PortaSonic 9000 32 / 55 Select „SETUP“ and afterwards „COMPL SETUP“ in the „Flow 1“ main measuring window. In the main menu, navigate to „Units“ and select „Heat energy“. Select the required unit: 6.12.2 Selection of the heat capacity unit Navigate to the „Units“...
Data logging “Data logging“ is the recording (storage) of measured values on the internal SD memory card. Your PortaSonic 9000 is able to store data in two different ways. 1. The direct data recording (logging) by means of the measuring windows.
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3. The recording period: ddd:hh:mm:ss 4. The recording interval: mm:ss After a successful data entry, the PortaSonic 9000 will compute the required storage capacity for the data recording. If the storage capacity on your SD memory card is not sufficient, the message „Memory card full“ will be displayed.
The outputs are active ex works, i.e. they are voltage fed by the PortaSonic 9000. It is, however, also possible to feed them by an external (passive) supply point. In case of an external supply, the voltage range must be within 10 to 30 V.
Parametering of the inputs and outputs 36 / 55 The supply point is connected in series to the PortaSonic 9000 which is externally fed. At the inputs, the PortaSonic 9000 has a semiconductor circuit dynamically regulating the resistance. Colour coding of the 4-20mA output cable...
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Parametering of the inputs and outputs 37 / 55 Use small pliers or tweezers to remove the jumpers. Active voltage Passive voltage Navigate to the „Analogue output“ menu as follows: Select „SETUP“ and afterwards „COMPL SETUP“ in the „Flow 1“ main measuring window.
Select the output flow rate supplied in case of an error. Parametering of the relay The PortaSonic 9000 has a relay output. It is possible to allocate both a function and a range to the output. Example of an external circuit: It is, for instance, possible to couple a warning light to the output to indicate that the flow rate has fallen below a certain minimum flow rate.
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A pump is operated in an application and the pump capacity is measured. The maximum pump capacity is 6,000m³. Below a capacity of 150m³ the pump might be damaged. Therefore, the PortaSonic 9000 is to ensure that the pump will stop when the respective limiting value for causing damages is reached.
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Parametering of the inputs and outputs 40 / 55 The prerequisite, however, is that “cubic metre” has been selected as the flow rate unit. Thus, the minimum switching point will be parameterized. UF_PS9000_BA_02_1108...
Calibration 41 / 55 9. Calibration It is possible to calibrate your PortaSonic 9000. You can calibrate the flow as well as the analogue outputs and the PT100. Navigate to the calibration menu as follows: Select „SETUP“ and afterwards „COMPL SETUP“ in the „Flow 1“ main measuring window. In the main menu, navigate to „Calibration“.
System setup 42 / 55 10. System setup Navigate to the system setup menu as follows: Select „SETUP“ and afterwards „COMPL SETUP“ in the „Flow 1“ main measuring window. In the main menu, navigate to „System setup“. 10.1 Change of time and date Navigate to the „Time and date“...
System setup 43 / 55 10.3 Change of the menu language The following two ways are possible to navigate to the „Language“ window: Directly after having switched on your device, press the multi-functional key during the start sequence. The multifunctional key is situated beside the „SETUP LANG.“ field.
Troubleshooting 44 / 55 Troubleshooting Use the checklist indicated below to trace errors and work it through point by point. If no or only a faulty measurement is possible even after having completely worked through the list, then please contact us. Please, keep the following information ready when contacting us: •...
Troubleshooting 45 / 55 your application or for the corresponding pipe size? Check again, if the correct sensor was selected and parameterized. Which installation mode did you select for the sensors? The standard installation mode is the V mode. If you have chosen the W mode, then try first of all the V mode.
Troubleshooting 46 / 55 11.2 The diagnostic windows of the PortaSonic 9000 Signal window In the signal window you can see the signal packages of both sensors. The first signal package (UP) indicates the ultrasonic signals in the flow direction; the second signal package (DOWN) indicates the ultrasonic signals against the flow direction.
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Troubleshooting 47 / 55 Diagnostic window 2 of 2 Theta: Indicates the path angle within the medium Path length: This is the length of the acoustic path within the medium Delay: This is the calculated delay until the signals will be displayed in a centred way in the signal window.
Maintenance 48 / 55 12. Maintenance None of the components of the PortaSonic 9000 requires any maintenance. However, it might be possible that you have to open the meter in the following cases: • Change of the SD memory card •...
Maintenance 49 / 55 Jumpers for setting actively or passively supplied outputs Backup battery SD memory card Illustration 2: Controller board 12.2 Changing the SD memory card Press on the memory card in the direction of the arrow. The memory card will be released.
Maintenance 50 / 55 12.4 Connecting the analogue outputs with externally fed supply points The illustration shows actively jumpered analogue outputs. Analogue output 1 Analogue output 2 For a passive operation, set the jumpers as shown below. Use small pliers or tweezers to move the jumpers. Active voltage Passive voltage UF_PS9000_BA_02_1108...
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Medium data 53 / 55 Sound velocity of various pipe materials: Material Vm/s Iron 3230 Steel 3206 Ductile cast iron 3000 Cast iron 2460 Stainless steel 3206 Copper 2260 Lead 2170 Aluminium 3080 Brass 2050 Vinyl chloride 2640 Acrylic 2644 2505 Mortar 2500...
Technical data 54 / 55 14. Technical data Operating voltage 100-240 V/AC, DC input 18V maximum 2,22A Operating temperature -20°C up to +60°C System of protection (converter) IP54 Rechargeable battery running time (for a Approx. 3 hours with activated background new and fully loaded rechargeable lighting;...
Approvals / EMC 55 / 55 15. Approvals / EMC The PortaSonic 9000 conforms to the following directives and standards: Inspection specifications DIN EN 55011 B (11/2007) DIN EN 61000-4-2 (09/2008) DIN EN 61000-4-3 (06/2008) DIN EN 61000-4-4 (07/2005) DIN EN 61000-4-5 (06/2007)
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