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- Page 1 Bullhorn RM4200 Series User Guide RM4200 Series User Guide Proven compliance solutions. Proven compliance solutions. Relentless service.
- Page 2 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of American Innovations is strictly forbidden. The American Innovations logo and icon, including Bullhorn, are marks of American Innovations, Ltd. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Activate Unit and Start Bullhorn Tools........ - Page 4 Exit Bullhorn Tools ........
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Page 5: Change Notes
Change Notes The following list identifies new or updated information included in the current release of this manual: • Chapter 3, Configuration on page 23: New feature to create a second measurement schedule and a change to the Reset Over-Current feature for Triton test coupon. -
Page 6: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Configuration and support software can be downloaded from Help > Downloads. Safety and Equipment Symbols If an RM4200 Series unit is used in a manner not specified by AI, the protection provided for the ARNING equipment may be impaired Table 1-1 provides a description of various safety and equipment symbols. -
Page 7: Esd Precautions
RM4200 Series User Guide Table 1-1. Safety and Equipment Symbols Symbol Description Caution: Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage. A potential risk exists if the installation instructions are not followed. Warning: Risk of electrical shock. Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage. -
Page 8: Bullhorn System Overview
(SkyWave-Inmarsat), or LEOS satellite (ORBCOMM) communication networks. RM4200 Series Overview RM4200 Series units, such as the RM4210, monitor oil and gas assets in cathodic protection (CP) applications. The units utilize various satellite/GSM communication networks for communication with Bullhorn Web, the web- based asset manager where measurements can be monitored and used to optimize AC mitigation systems. -
Page 9: Installation Requirements
Refer to Appendix A, Technical Specifications on page 43 for detailed specifications on the unit and each of the measurements. Installation Requirements Before you install an RM4200 Series unit, use the following information as a checklist to ensure a successful installation: Getting Started... -
Page 10: Required Tools And Equipment
All input channels are marked with acceptable input voltage ranges. Input Channel Voltage Levels: Ensure that devices connected to the RM4200 Series units fall within the voltages ranges listed next to the channel input connections. Choose an area that provides enough room to easily access the unit or to Mounting the Enclosure: perform routine maintenance after completing the installation. -
Page 11: Required Hardware And Software
® – Bullhorn Tools Mobile application, available through the Apple App Store Configuration and Support Software To configure the RM4200 Series units for service, you will need the following software installed on your computer: • Bullhorn Tools • ® Microsoft .NET Framework... -
Page 12: Bullhorn Tools
Installing Bullhorn Tools Bullhorn Tools is the software used to configure an RM4200 Series unit for service. Bullhorn Tools can also be used to view unit information and to create settings templates, which can be used to configure multiple similar units. - Page 13 Navigate to the location of the Bullhorn Tools file and double-click the Bullhorn Tools executable file (BullhornTools.exe) to begin the installation. The latest version of Bullhorn Tools that is available on the Help site will have the current version number in the file name.
- Page 14 In the Custom Setup window, click the Create a shortcut for this program on the desktop check box, if desired, and then click Next . Figure 1-4. Custom Setup In the Ready to install Bullhorn Tools window, click Install . Figure 1-5. Ready to Install Bullhorn Tools When the installation is complete, click Finish .
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Page 15: Bullhorn Information Line
Bullhorn Tools. Bullhorn Information Line The Bullhorn Information Line is an automated attendant telephone system. It is typically used when installing units in the field. The system identifies when the last data transmission (or test packet) was received on your website account for a unit you specify. -
Page 16: Technical Services
RM4200 Series User Guide Technical Services If you need assistance with the installation or configuration, contact American Innovations Technical Services in any of the following ways. Telephone: Local: 512-249-3400 Toll-free: 800-229-3404 Email: bhtechservices@aiworldwide.com Address: American Innovations, Ltd. ATTN. Technical Services... -
Page 17: Installation
The RM4210 is housed in a weatherproof enclosure. The unit and test station adapter are normally installed on top of an existing test station (shown). The RM4210 is designed primarily for cathodic protection applications and supports two-way communication with Bullhorn Web using the GEOS satellite network. Figure 2-1. RM4210 Installed on Test Station... - Page 18 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-2. RM4210 Inputs The RM4210 includes the following inputs: • - 100 V max • - 100 V max Native Coupon • - 100 V max Reference Cell • - 100 V max Test Coupon 2 •...
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Page 19: Preparing For Installation
RM4200 Series User Guide After the unit is connected to the test station head, the RM4210 can be configured with Bullhorn Tools configuration software or with the Bullhorn Tools mobile application. Bullhorn Tools can display measurements, set alarms, or send a test message. Refer to Chapter 3, Configuration on page 23 for more information on using Bullhorn Tools. -
Page 20: Installation Requirements
RM4200 Series User Guide Installation Requirements The RM4210 is designed to be installed on top of a test station using an adapter. The dimensions of the unit and test station adapter are shown in Figure 2-3. Figure 2-3. RM4210 Enclosure and Adapter Dimensions The RM4210 adapter is designed to fit on test stations with a 3”... -
Page 21: Installation Overview
Make connections to the test station. Install test station adapter. Make connections to the RM4210. Test satellite communications. Secure the RM4210 unit. Configure RM4210 for service using Bullhorn Tools software or mobile application (refer to Chapter 3, Configuration on page 23). Installation... -
Page 22: Installing The Rm4210
RM4200 Series User Guide Installing the RM4210 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic components. Provide ESD protection by MPORTANT wearing an anti-static wrist strap attached to any unpainted metal surface before accessing the unit or handling electronic parts. If an anti-static wrist strap is unavailable, discharge static electricity from yourself and your clothing by touching a nearby metal surface before accessing the unit or handling electronic components. - Page 23 RM4200 Series User Guide To ensure a clean stable reading, keep field wiring as short as possible and use shielded twisted pair wire such as Alpha 2463C. Remove the protective cover over the test station head. Connect wiring harness individual wires to the respective test points on the test station.
- Page 24 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 2-7. RM4210 Tether Install the batteries into the bracket inside the RM4210. Secure with strap. Figure 2-8. Battery Bracket and Battery Placement Connect the 8-pin terminal to the corresponding connection on the RM4210 board. Installation...
- Page 25 Test Satellite Reception section. When finished, complete the installation procedures. Place the RM4210 unit onto the test station adapter. Align the cut-out below the Bullhorn label on the dome to the screw (next to blue dot) on the adapter.
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Page 26: Test Satellite Reception
Before completing the final installation, you can ensure that the RM4210 has adequate satellite signal to communicate with the Bullhorn Web account using Bullhorn Tools. If reception is minimal, the unit may not be able to send information to the website. The Radio SNR reading should be at least 40 dB for a stable communication link with the satellite. -
Page 27: Maintenance
Click the unit name and then . Or tap the name of the unit if using Bullhorn Tools Mobile. The Connect unit name includes the unit serial number (S/N), which can be found on the Bullhorn sticker on the dome. Figure 2-13. RM4210 Unit Label Click or tap Refresh to get current unit settings, including the satellite signal strength ( Radio SNR ). -
Page 28: Chapter 3 Configuration
Configuration The RM4200 Series units can be configured for service using Bullhorn Tools - either on your laptop with the software version or on a smartphone or tablet running iOS 8.1 or later. The software version can be downloaded from the Bullhorn Web Help page (https://www.bullhornsys.com/wiki/), while Bullhorn Tools Mobile can be ®... -
Page 29: Activate Unit And Start Bullhorn Tools
The unit will stop waiting to pair (light flashing) after 10 minutes. It is not necessary to swipe the activation point again unless you wish to de-activate the Bluetooth connection immediately. After the unit has been activated, open Bullhorn Tools. Double-click the Bullhorn Tools program icon on the desktop or open from the Start menu. -
Page 30: Configure Unit
Use Bullhorn Tools to complete the following configuration tasks on the unit: • View Unit Information – the main Bullhorn Tools Unit Overview window displays current unit information, Readings measurements, test message status, battery data, over-current relay status, transmission schedule, and coupon information. -
Page 31: View Unit Information
Click to view measurements with the coupon size applied. Scaling Send a Test Message Complete the following steps to send a test message to the Bullhorn Web account: Click or click Action > Send Test Message . Send Test Message... - Page 32 Transmission Successful. Figure 3-7. Test Message Status - Transmission Successful A packet is sent to your Bullhorn Web account with current data point information. View the packet (labeled ) on the Unit Detail page, under the Incoming Packets tab.
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Page 33: Apply A Template
If a template is available for the unit type you plan to configure, you can apply the template to the current unit. You can also import a saved template to Bullhorn Tools and then apply it to the current unit. - Page 34 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-9. Template Management Click or X to close the Template Management window. Cancel Click File > Load Template . From the Apply Template window, select a saved template from the Select template list. Figure 3-10. Select Template The settings used with the template display.
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Page 35: Set Transmission And Measurement Schedules
The transmission schedule determines when and how often the measurements (stored in a data log) are transmitted to your Bullhorn Web account. However, measurements will also be sent to your account before the data log exceeds the memory limit allowed on the unit. - Page 36 Also on the Reporting & Power window, you can set when and how often measurements are taken and stored in the data log. The data log will be transmitted to your Bullhorn Web account during the scheduled transmission time. You can create two different measurement schedules that can be applied individually or together for any Reading.
- Page 37 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-13. Reporting & Power Window For the transmission settings, select an interval from the Maximum Interval drop-down list. For all interval options, enter a time of day to send the transmission in the Start Time field. The time defaults to AM.
- Page 38 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-15. Day of Week Setting for Transmission To create Measurement Schedule 1 and/or Measurement Schedule 2 for when measurements will be taken, select an interval from the Interval drop-down list. For all interval options, enter a time of day to take the measurements in the Start Time field. The time defaults to AM.
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Page 39: Set Battery Information
RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-17. Day of Week Selection for Measurement Schedules Click to save settings or to clear all fields. Save Cancel Set Battery Information Battery information includes an installation date and battery type. This information is set when the unit is manufactured at American Innovations. - Page 40 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure 3-18. Reporting & Power Window Enter or select an installation date in the Battery Install Date field. Select a battery type from the Battery Type field. The default is Lithium Ion . Click to save settings or to clear all fields.
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Page 41: Edit Settings For Coupon, Transducer, And Instant Off
RM4200 Series User Guide Edit Settings for Coupon, Transducer, and Instant Off The Settings window includes settings for the following components: • Test and Triton coupons — coupon size, AC current density alarm, and an alarm value. • AC Drain Current Transducer Settings: –... -
Page 42: Select Reading Measurement Schedules
RM4200 Series User Guide Enable or disable the AC Current Density Alarm for the coupon. Enter or adjust the Alarm Value . This is the value at which an alarm is sent to your Bullhorn Web account. If a transducer is installed with the test station, enter or adjust the values in both the Input Max and fields. -
Page 43: Reset Over-Current
RM4200 Series User Guide Select schedules for either Test Cpn AC Current Density or Triton AC Current Density. Setting schedules for both AC current density readings will affect how the measurement is reported and will result in inaccurate data. Click to save settings or to clear all fields. - Page 44 (gray bubble) and an alarm clear packet is sent. If it is unsuccessful, the over- current condition may still be present and need additional action. The packets that are sent to your Bullhorn Web account can be viewed on the Unit Detail page from any of these sources: •...
- Page 45 If an over-current condition occurs, preventing the Triton relay from closing during the measurement, the relay will go into an alarm state. A packet with data log is sent to the Bullhorn Web account, and the Triton AC Coupon Current Density reading be invalid. The RM4210 will continue to retry taking a measurement.
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Page 46: Work With Templates
Cancel Export or Delete Templates Use the Bullhorn Tools Template Management to import, export, or delete saved templates. For information on how to import a saved template, refer to Apply a Template. Complete the following steps to export or delete a template: Click File >... -
Page 47: Upgrade Firmware
RM4200 Series User Guide Click or X to close the window. Cancel Upgrade Firmware Available upgrades to the RM4210 firmware can be applied to the unit. Contact Technical Services at 800-229- 3404 for the latest firmware. Complete the following steps to upgrade firmware: Click Action >... -
Page 48: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications The following technical specifications cover the RM4210 units, as well as the included and optional accessories. • Environmental conditions: – Outdoor use only. – Maximum altitude: 3,000 m. ˚ ˚ – Temperature range: -30 C to +70 ˚ ˚... - Page 49 RM4200 Series User Guide test point adapter (part number 131403-001) wiring harness, including 8-pin connector (part number 626583-001) batteries, set of 2 (part number 517206-000): Li-Ion, 7.4 V, 2.0 Ah capacity Lithium, 3.6 V, 13.0 Ah capacity ...
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Page 50: Optional Installations
Optional Installations The RM4210 units can be installed along with optional components, such as an AC/DC power supply or a selectable current transducer, or installed on an adjustable mounting base (refer to Using the Adjustable Mounting Base). Before Connecting Optional Components The RM4210 can be alternatively powered by either an AC/DC power supply connected to the rectifier or a solar panel. -
Page 51: Installing The Selectable Current Transducer
RM4200 Series User Guide Installing the Selectable Current Transducer An optional selectable current transducer can be installed on an existing Polarized Cell Replacement (PCR) during the installation of an RM4210 unit. Refer to Installing the RM4210, page 17 for additional instructions on installing the RM4210 with a current transducer. -
Page 52: Installing The Power Supply
RM4200 Series User Guide Select the setting on the SCT selector switch to above the current maximum output on the PCR. For example, if the maximum PCR current is 55 amps, set the SCT selector switch to 60. Figure B-3. Selectable Current Transducer - Selector Switch Run the SCT wires to the RM4210. -
Page 53: Installing The Solar Panel
RM4200 Series User Guide Figure B-5. AC/DC Power Supply Connect the power supply’s AC Input wires to the AC power source (neutral, white to white; and hot, black to black). Connect the power supply’s DC Output wires or the solar panel’s input wires to a pin connector. - Page 54 RM4200 Series User Guide Figure B-7. Solar Panel Tilt the solar panel angle bracket so the glass panel faces south for maximum sun exposure. Connect the solar panel battery charger cable to the DC/Solar connection on the RM4210. The RM4210’s pin connector can be wired without regard to polarity; it does not have a positive- negative configuration.
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Page 55: Using The Adjustable Mounting Base
RM4200 Series User Guide Using the Adjustable Mounting Base For installations in locations where satellite reception may be limited, the RM4210 can be installed on an adjustable bracket, which can be angled to receive satellite signal. Equipment intended to be mounted on a wall or ceiling shall withstand a force of four times (4x) the ARNING weight of the equipment. - Page 56 Secure the unit by tightening the screws. After activating the unit and opening Bullhorn Tools, adjust the angle of the bracket, as necessary, to acquire satellite signal (refer to Test Satellite Reception, page 21).
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Page 57: Regulatory Notices
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CE Certification The RM4210 units are CE certified Export Control Classification Number The Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) assigned to the Bullhorn Tools software by the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is as follows: • No Classification ECCN Classification: •... -
Page 58: Glossary
International Mobile Equipment Identity. Unique number assigned to the digital cellular radio by the manufacturer for identification purposes. IOX Edge Offset For the Instant Off setting in Bullhorn Tools, the wait time to take an instant off voltage measurement after cathodic protection has been interrupted through an internal relay.
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