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PRECISION DIGITAL ProVu Series Instruction Manual

Analog input rate/totalizer
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PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer
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0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, ±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
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Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 0.60" & 0.46"
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Isolated 24 VDC @ 200 mA Transmitter Power Supply
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Math Functions for Flow & Round Horizontal Tanks
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Programmable Displays & Function Keys
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Sunlight Readable Display
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Rate Displayed as Units per Second, Minute, Hour, or Day
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Total, Grand Total or Non-Resettable Grand Total
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9-Digit Totalizer with Total Overflow Feature
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32-Point Linearization, Square Root, or Programmable Exponent
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Multi-Pump Alternation Control
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2 or 4 Relays + Isolated 4-20 mA Output for Rate or Total
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External 4-Relays & Digital I/O Expansion Modules
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RS-232 & RS-422/485 Serial Communication Options
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-40 to 65°C Operating Temperature Range
PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION
89 October Hill Road • Holliston MA 01746 USA
Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990
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  • Page 1 External 4-Relays & Digital I/O Expansion Modules • RS-232 & RS-422/485 Serial Communication Options • -40 to 65°C Operating Temperature Range PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 89 October Hill Road • Holliston MA 01746 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com...
  • Page 2 Anyone using this product for such applications does so at his/her own risk. Precision Digital Corporation shall not be held liable for damages resulting from such improper use. Limited Warranty Precision Digital Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifica-...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Table of Contents   INTRODUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------- 7   ORDERING INFORMATION ---------------------------------------------- 7   SPECIFICATIONS ----------------------------------------------------------- 8   General ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8   Process Input ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 9   Rate/Totalizer -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10   Relays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11  ...
  • Page 4 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual   Control Menu (Contrl) -------------------------------------------------------- 33   Setting Up the Rate/Totalizer Meter (setup) --------------------------- 34   Setting the Input Signal (input) ------------------------------------------ 35   Setting the Totalizer Features (total) ---------------------------------- 35   Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) -------------------------------------- 35  ...
  • Page 5 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual   Protecting or Locking the Meter ------------------------------------------- 63   Total Reset Password & Non-Resettable Total ----------------------- 64   Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter -------------------- 65   Disabling Password Protection -------------------------------------------- 65  ...
  • Page 6 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Table of Figures   Figure 1: 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout and Mounting ........16   Figure 2: Meter Dimensions - Side View ..........17   Figure 3: Meter Dimensions - Top View ..........17  ...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual INTRODUCTION The PD6200 is a multipurpose, easy to use rate/totalizer ideal for flow rate, total, and control applications. It accepts current and voltage signals (e.g. 4-20 mA, 0-10 V). Three of the front panel buttons can be custom-programmed for specific operation.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual SPECIFICATIONS Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C. General DISPLAY Main display: 0.6" (15 mm) high, red LEDs Second display: 0.46" (12 mm) high, red LEDs 6 digits: each (-99999 to 999999), with lead zero blanking. DISPLAY Eight user selectable intensity levels INTENSITY...

  • Page 9: Process Input

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Terminals P+ & P-: 24 VDC ± 5% @ 200 mA max (standard), ISOLATED TRANSMITTER (12/24 VDC powered models rated @ 100 mA max). POWER SUPPLY 5 or 10 VDC @ 50 mA max, selectable with internal jumper J4. NORMAL MODE Greater than 60 dB at 50/60 Hz REJECTION...

  • Page 10: Rate/Totalizer

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual LOW-FLOW 0-999999 (0 disables cutoff function) CUTOFF DECIMAL POINT Up to five decimal places or none: d. d dddd, d. d ddd, d. d dd, d. d d, d. d , dddddd CALIBRATION Input Minimum Span RANGE...

  • Page 11: Relays

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual PROGRAMMA- 0.1 and 999.9 seconds; applied to the first relay assigned to BLE DELAY total or grand total. ON RELEASE If the meter is programmed to reset total to zero automati- cally when the preset is reached, then a delay will occur before the total is reset.

  • Page 12: Isolated 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual TIME DELAY 0 to 999.9 seconds, on & off relay time delays Programmable and independent for each relay. FAIL-SAFE Programmable and independent for each relay. OPERATION Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.

  • Page 13: Serial Communications

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Serial Communications METER 1 - 247 ADDRESS BAUD RATE 300 - 19,200 bps TRANSMIT Programmable between 0 and 199 ms TIME DELAY or transmitter always on for RS-422 communication DATA 8 bit (1 start bit, 1 stop bit) PARITY None TURN AROUND...

  • Page 14: Compliance Information

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Safety UL & c-UL LISTED USA & Canada UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment UL FILE NUMBER E160849 FRONT PANEL UL Type 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided LOW VOLTAGE EN 61010-1:2001 DIRECTIVE Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use...

  • Page 15: Safety Information

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Note: Testing was conducted on PD6200 meters installed through the cov- ers 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.predig.com SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION: Read complete WARNING: Risk of...

  • Page 16: Installation

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual INSTALLATION There is no need to remove the meter from its case to complete the installation, wiring, and setup of the meter for most applica- tions. Instructions are provided for 12 VDC meter power and for 5 or 10 V transmitter power applications, see page 18.

  • Page 17: Figure 2: Meter Dimensions - Side View

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Mounting Dimensions 1.76" (45 mm) 2.45" (62 mm) 4.77" 0.59" (121 mm) (15 mm) 5.05" (128 mm) Figure 2: Meter Dimensions - Side View 4.17" (106 mm) 3.61" (92 mm) 4.68" (119 mm) Figure 3: Meter Dimensions - Top View...

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

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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. To configure the meter for 12 VDC power: Remove all the connectors.

  • Page 19: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 provide 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor. If the transmitter requires 5 or 10 VDC excitation, the internal jumper J4 must be configured accordingly.

  • Page 20: Connectors Labeling

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Connectors Labeling The connectors’ label, affixed to the meter, shows the location of all con- nectors available with requested configuration. Do not connect any equipment other than Precision Digital’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector.

  • Page 21: Signal Connections

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Signal Connections Signal connections are made to a five-terminal connector labeled SIGNAL on Figure 6. The COM (common) terminal is the return for the 4-20 mA and the ±10 V input signals. Current and Voltage Connections The following figures show examples of current and voltage connections.

  • Page 22: Serial Communications

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual INPUT SIGNAL INPUT SIGNAL Signal 3-Wire Voltage Voltage Transducer Signal Figure 10: Voltage Input Connections The meter is capable of accepting any voltage from -10 VDC to +10 VDC. Serial Communications Serial communications connection is made to an RJ45 connector labeled M-LINK on Figure 6.

  • Page 23: Switching Inductive Loads

    Figure 13: Low Voltage DC Loads Protection RC Networks Available from Precision Digital RC networks are available from Precision Digital and should be applied to each relay contact switching an inductive load. Part number: PDX6901.

  • Page 24: 4-20 Ma Output Connections

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 4-20 mA Output Connections Connections for the 4-20 mA transmitter output are made to the connec- tor terminals labeled MA OUT. The 4-20 mA output may be powered internally or from an external power supply. 24 V 24 V MA OUT...

  • Page 25: External Relay & Digital I/O Connections

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual External Relay & Digital I/O Connections The relay and the digital I/O expansion modules PDA1004 & PDA1044 are connected to the meter using a CAT5 cable provided with each module. The two RJ45 connectors on the expansion modules are iden- tical and interchangeable;...

  • Page 26: Setup And Programming

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual SETUP AND PROGRAMMING 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. Overview There are no jumpers to set for the meter input selection. Setup and programming is done through the front panel buttons.

  • Page 27: Front Panel Buttons And Status Led Indicators

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators Button Description Status Symbol Menu Alarm 1 – 8 indicator Right arrow/F1 Rate indicator Up arrow/F2 Total indicator Total overflow ▲ Enter/F3 indicator • Press the Menu button to enter or exit the Programming Mode at any time.

  • Page 28: Display Functions And Messages

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Functions and Messages The meter displays various functions and messages during setup, pro- gramming, and operation. The following table shows the main menu functions and messages in the order they appear in the menu. Display Parameter Action/Setting Description...
  • Page 29 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Asign1 Assign 1 Relay 1 assignment rATE Rate Assign relay to rate totAL Total Assign relay to total G total Grand total Assign relay to grand total RLY 1 Relay 1 Relay 1 setup Act 1...
  • Page 30 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description iGnorE Ignore Ignore loop break condition (Processed as a low signal condition) Relay goes to alarm condition when loop break is detected Relay goes to non-alarm condition when loop break is detected Aout Analog output Enter the Analog output scaling menu...
  • Page 31 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Auto Automatic Press Enter to set automatic total reset T dly Time delay Program time delay for total auto reset Manual Press Enter to reset total manually pass Password Enter the Password menu Pass 1 Password 1...

  • Page 32: Main Menu

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Main Menu The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions: Reset, Control, Setup , Program , and Password . • Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Up arrow button to scroll main menu.

  • Page 33: Setting Numeric Values

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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. The digit being changed is displayed brighter than the rest. Press the Enter button, at any time, to accept a setting or Menu button to exit without saving changes.

  • Page 34: Setting Up The Rate/Totalizer Meter (Setup)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting Up the Rate/Totalizer Meter (setup) The Setup menu is used to select: Input signal the meter will accept Enable or disable totalizer features Decimal point position Display parameter and intensity Relay operation 4-20 mA analog output scaling Press the Enter button to access any menu or press Up arrow button to scroll through choices.

  • Page 35: Setting The Input Signal (Input)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting the Input Signal (input) Enter the Input menu to set up the meter to display current ( mA ) or vol- tage ( volt ) inputs. The current input is capable of accepting any signal from 0 to 20 mA. Select current input to accept 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA signals.
  • Page 36 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Character Set for Engineering Units Display (d unit) The small display can be programmed to show engineering units or cus- tom legends using the following 7-segment character set. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A b C c d e f g 9 H h I i j k l n O o p q r s t u v x y z - / = [ ] = m w ! ”...
  • Page 37 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Setup Menu Press the Up arrow to change selection Press Enter to accept setting Press Menu to exit programming Dsplay Little d-Inty setup dsplay dsplay dsplay d rate d unit b i g L i t t l e d-Inty d tot...

  • Page 38: Programming The Rate/Totalizer (Prog)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Programming the Rate/Totalizer (prog) It is very important to read the following information, before proceeding to program the meter: • The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equip- ment is certified to NIST standards.

  • Page 39: Multi-Point Linearization Utility

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Multi-Point Linearization Utility The meter can be programmed for multi-point scaling using the PC- based Multi-Point Linearization Utility available for free download at www.predig.com. In order to program the meter using a computer, the meter must be con- nected using an RS-232 or RS-485 serial adapter, see ORDERING IN- FORMATION on page 7 for details.
  • Page 40 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer 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 input 2 during calibration or scaling and to input 1 during internal calibration, allowing the appropriate input signal to be applied or programmed.

  • Page 41: Time Base, Total Conversion Factor & Total Reset

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Time Base, Total Conversion Factor & Total Reset The time base, total conversion factor, and total reset menus are located in the Program menu. The total and grand total have their own independent settings. This means that one can be displaying the value in gallons while the other displays in million gallons, liters, m , etc.

  • Page 42: Calibrating The Meter With External Source (Cal)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Calibrating the Meter with External Source (Cal) To scale the meter without a signal source refer to Scaling the Meter ( SCALE ) page 39. The meter can be calibrated to display the process variable in engineer- ing units by applying the appropriate input signal and following the cali- bration procedure.

  • Page 43: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting the Relay Operation (relay) This menu is used to set up the operation of the relays. CAUTION! During setup, the relays do not follow the input and they will remain in the state found prior to entering the Relay menu. Relay assignment Rate for low and high alarm Total...

  • Page 44: Relay Assignment (Assign)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual relay setup Assign Failsf delay break relay relay relay relay relay Asign1 break1 A s s i g n r l y 1 F a i l s f delay b r e a k ignore rly 1 F l s 1...

  • Page 45: Setting The Relay Action

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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) Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching) Latching (manual reset only, at any time) Latching with Clear (manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared)

  • Page 46: Programming Set And Reset Points

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Programming Set and Reset Points High alarm indication: program set point above reset point. Low alarm indication: program set point below reset point. The deadband is determined by the difference between set and reset points.

  • Page 47: Relay And Alarm Operation Diagrams

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams The following graphs illustrate the operation of the relays, status LEDs, and ACK button. High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay...

  • Page 48: Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn "off"...

  • Page 49: High Alarm With Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing below Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

  • Page 50: Low Alarm With Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset) Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Automatic (non-latching) Relay pressed Automatic or Manual (non-latching) Relay pressed Manual (latching) Relay pressed Manual only after passing above Reset (latching with clear) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

  • Page 51: Pump Alternation Control Operation

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  • Page 52: Rate Relay Sampling Operation

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Rate Relay Sampling Operation Input Reset Sample Sample Sample Time Time Time Relay 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 53: Signal Loss Or Loop Break Relay Operation

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Signal Loss or Loop Break Relay Operation The following graph shows the loop break operation for a high alarm relay. Input Reset de-energized energized Relay Loop Break = Ignore Relay Loop Break = Off Relay Loop Break = On When the meter detects a break in the 4-20 mA loop, the relay will go to...

  • Page 54: Time Delay Operation

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Time Delay Operation The following graphs show the operation of the time delay function. Input Reset <Tdelay <Tdelay >=Tdelay Relay On Time Delay Input Reset <Tdelay <Tdelay >=Tdelay Relay Off Time Delay When the signal crosses the set point, the On time delay timer starts and the relay trips when the time delay has elapsed.

  • Page 55: Relay Operation Details

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Relay Operation Details Overview The relay capabilities of the meter expand its usefulness beyond simple indication to provide users with alarm and control functions. These capa- bilities include front panel alarm status LEDs as well as either 2 or 4 op- tional internal relays and/or 4 external relays expansion module.

  • Page 56: Front Panel Leds

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 Alarm 7 Alarm 4 Alarm 8 The meter is supplied with four alarm points that include front panel LEDs to indicate alarm conditions.

  • Page 57: Non-Latching Relay (Auto)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Non-Latching Relay (Auto) Automatic reset only Condition Relay Normal Alarm Ack (No effect) Normal In this application, the meter is set up for automatic reset (non-latching relay). Acknowledging the alarm while it is still present has no effect on either the LED or the relay.

  • Page 58: Latching Relay (Lt-Clr)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 59: Pump Alternation Control Applications (Altern)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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.
  • Page 60 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Application #2: Pump Alternation Using Relays 3 & 4 1. Relays 1 and 2 are set up for low and high alarm indication. 2. Relays 3 and 4 are set up for pump alternation. Set and Reset Point Programming Relay Set Point...
  • Page 61 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual • If the backup pump is not able to keep up, and the level reaches 7000 gallons, relay #4 transfers and starts the main pump as well. • Relay #2 trips the High Level Alarm at 7500 gallons and resets at 6900 gallons.

  • Page 62: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout) The 4-20 mA analog output can be scaled to provide a 4-20 mA signal for any display range selected. No equipment is needed to scale the analog output; simply program the display values to the corresponding mA output signal.

  • Page 63: Setting Up The Password (Pass)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 and to program the non-resettable totalizer. Pass 1: Allows use of the F1–F3 function keys Pass 2: Allows use of the F1–F3 function keys and changing the set/reset points Pass 3: Restricts all programming and F1–F3 keys and...

  • Page 64: Total Reset Password & Non-Resettable Total

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Total Reset Password & Non-Resettable Total The total and the grand total can be password-protected to pre- vent unauthorized total resets. The grand total can be programmed as a non-resettable total by entering the password “050873”. Once the Grand Total has been programmed as “non- resettable”...

  • Page 65: Making Changes To A Password Protected Meter

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 the menu.

  • Page 66: Advanced Features Menu

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 ad- vanced features of the meter.

  • Page 67: Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 filtr Set noise filter value Filter bypASs Bypass...
  • Page 68 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Maximum Program maximum mA output allowed Minimum Program minimum mA output allowed Calib Calibrate Calibrate 4-20 mA output (internal refer- ence source used for scaling the output) 4 mA Enter mA output value read by milliamp 4 mA output meter with at least 0.001 mA resolution 20 mA...

  • Page 69: Noise Filter (Filter)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Cutoff Cutoff Cutoff value Dsplay Display Display assignments RELAY Relays Relay settings Aout Analog output Analog output scaling Aoutpr Analog output Analog output programming programming SEriaL Serial Serial communication settings LED t LED test Test all LEDs...

  • Page 70: Serial Communications (Serial)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Serial Communications (serial) The meter is equipped with serial communications capability as a stan- dard feature using PDC Serial Communication Protocol. To communicate with a computer or other data terminal equipment, an RS-232 or RS-422/485 adapter option is required; see Ordering Informa- tion on page 7 for details.

  • Page 71: Select Menu (Select)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Select Menu (SElEct) The Select menu is used to select the math function applied to the input (linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank), low-flow cutoff, and analog output programming. The multi-point lineari- zation is part of the linear function selection.
  • Page 72 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Programmable Exponent Linearization (Prog E) The programmable exponent can be used to linearize the signal from level transmitters in open-channel flow applications using weirs and flumes. Multi-Point Linearization (Linear) Meters are set up at the factory for linear function with 2-point lineariza- tion.

  • Page 73: Low-Flow Cutoff (Cutoff)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady output from a differential pressure transmitter, at low flow rates, always displays zero on the meter. The cutoff value may be programmed from 0 to 999999.

  • Page 74: Programmable Function Keys User Menu (User)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Programmable Function Keys User Menu (user) The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, F3 and up to eight digital inputs to access most of the menus or to activate functions immediately (e.g.

  • Page 75: Internal Source Calibration (Ical)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Internal Source Calibration (ICAL) The meter is factory calibrated prior to ship- ment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equip- ment is certified to NIST standards. The internal source allows the user to scale the meter without applying a signal.
  • Page 76 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Example of Internal Calibration for current input: The meter displays low input current message ( C lo ). Apply the low input signal and press Enter. The display flashes for a moment while the meter is accepting the low input signal.
  • Page 77 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Tips: • Low and high input signals can be any valid value within the range of the meter. • Observe minimum input span requirements between input 1 and input 2. • Low input should be less than high input signal. Error Message (Error) An error message indicates that the calibration or scaling process was not successful.

  • Page 78: Meter Copy Function (Copy)

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual 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 program- ming ( i.e . type of input, scaling, decimal point, filter, bypass, etc.). Only the PDA1200 meter copy cable must be used for meter-to-meter interfacing.
  • Page 79 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Meter Copy or Cloning Instructions Do not connect the two meters to the same signal source while cloning. Internal calibration may Caution! be affected. Connect two meters using a PDA1200 meter copy cable. Using standard CAT5 or other cable will cause damage to both meters.

  • Page 80: Meter Operation

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual METER OPERATION The meter is capable of accepting current (0-20 mA, 4-20 mA) and vol- tage 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. a 4-20 mA signal could be displayed as -50.000 to 50.000).

  • Page 81: Maximum/Minimum Readings

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Maximum/Minimum Readings The max & min readings (peak & valley) reached by the process can be displayed either continuously or momentary: Display briefly by assigning to the F1-F3 function keys or to the digi- tal inputs in the User menu.

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual TROUBLESHOOTING 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 op- erator expects to see.

  • Page 83: Reset Meter To Factory Defaults

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Reset Meter to Factory Defaults When the parameters have been changed in a way that is difficult to determine what’s happening, it might be better to start the setup process from the factory defaults. Instructions to load factory defaults: Enter the Advanced Features menu.

  • Page 84: Factory Defaults & User Settings

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings The following table shows the factory setting for most of the programma- ble parameters on the meter. Next to the factory setting, the user may record the new setting for the particular application. Model: ______________ S/N: _______________ Date: _________ Parameter...
  • Page 85 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting Asign2 Relay 2 assignment Total Asign3 Relay 3 assignment Rate Asign4 Relay 4 assignment Rate Act 1 Relay 1 action Automatic Set 1 Relay 1 set point 1.000 RSt 1 Relay 1 reset point...
  • Page 86 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting ignore Loop break relay 4 Ignore Dis 1 Display 1 analog out 4.000 Out 1 Output 1 value 4.000 mA Dis 2 Display 2 analog out 20.000 Out 2 Output 2 value 20.000 mA...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting Tips

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action Check power at power connector No display at all Meter is password-protected, enter Not able to change setup or pro- correct six-digit password to unlock gramming, Locd is displayed Check: Meter displays error message Signal connections...

  • Page 88: Alphabetical List Of Display Functions & Messages

    Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Alphabetical List of Display Functions & Messages Display Parameter Action/Setting Description 20 mA 20 mA output Enter mA output value read by milliamp meter with at least 0.001 mA resolution 4 mA 4 mA output Enter mA output value read by milliamp meter with at least 0.001 mA resolution 999999...
  • Page 89 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description bypASs Bypass Set filter bypass value C CAL Current Calibrating 4-20 mA current input (internal calibration reference source used for scaling the input) C Hi Current high Calibrate high current input (e.g. 20 mA) C lo Current low Calibrate low current input (e.g.
  • Page 90 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description FLS 1 Fail-safe 1 Set relay 1 fail-safe operation Force Force Force analog output value for loop break Functn Function Select linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank function G total Grand total Assign relay to grand total...
  • Page 91 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Little Little display To assign the small display parameters LL I 1 Logic level input Assign logic level input 1 – 8, if expansion modules are connected LL O 1 Logic level out- Assign logic level output 1 –...
  • Page 92 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Pass 2 Password 2 Set or enter Password 2 Pass 3 Password 3 Set or enter Password 3 prog Program Enter the Program menu Prog E Programmable Set meter for programmable exponent and exponent enter exponent value rATE...
  • Page 93 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Source Source Select source for the 4-20 mA output Square Square root Set meter for square root extraction T CF Total conversion Program total conversion factor factor T dly Time delay Program time delay for total auto reset T rst...
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  • Page 96 Model PD6200 Analog Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual How to Contact Precision Digital • For Technical Support please Call: (800) 610-5239 or (508) 655-7300 Fax: (508) 655-8990 Email: support@predig.com • For Sales Support or to place an order please con- tact your local distributor or...

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