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Pressure/Temperature Smart Sensor
and Data Logger Instructions
PT2X
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- Page 1 Air-Met Scientific Pty Ltd Air-Met Sales/Service Air-Met Rental P: 1800 000 744 P: 1300 137 067 F: 1800 000 774 E: hire@airmet.com.au Work with Confidence E: sales@airmet.com.au W: www.airmet.com.au PT2X Pressure/Temperature Smart Sensor and Data Logger Instructions PROUDLY MADE IN THE 9001:2008...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Seametrics Limited Warranty ...............................Page 28 IF USING ALKALINE BATTERIES — PREVENT BATTERY LEAKAGE! PT2X sensors are typically shipped with lithium batteries. If, however, you are using alkaline batteries, be aware that under some circumstances alkaline batteries can leak, causing damage to the sensor. To prevent leakage, the following is recommended. -
Page 3: General Information
This sensor networks with Aqua4plus 2.0 control software. Once programmed the all of the Seametrics Smart Sensor family. IThe PT2X is a unit will measure and collect data on a variety of time microprocessor based digital intelligent sensor designed intervals. -
Page 4: Specifications
1000 psi (approx. 2000 ft or 600 m) Environmental IP68, NEMA 6P *Specifications subject to change. Please consult out web site for the most current data (seametrics.com). Modbus is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric. 1 Higher pressure ranges available upon request 2 ±0.25% accuracy FSO (max) at this range... -
Page 5: How Pressure Sensors Work
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION How Pressure Sensors Work Patm Liquids and gasses do not retain a fixed shape. Both have the ability to flow and are often referred to as fluids. One fundamental law for a fluid is that the fluid Water Line exerts an equal pressure in all directions at a given level. -
Page 6: Initial Inspection And Handling
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION Initial Inspection and Handling Upon receipt of your smart sensor, inspect the shipping package for damage. If any damage is apparent, note the signs of damage on the appropriate shipping form. After opening the carton, look for concealed damage, such as a cut cable. -
Page 7: Installation
If auxiliary power is desired, you can use a 6–16 VDC supply that can provide 15 mA. Connect to Vaux++ (pin 1 - white) and Ground (pin 5 - blue) or contact Seametrics for auxiliary Interface Cable power supplies. -
Page 8: Connecting To Sensors
Simply drag the Address Range slider higher up to increase the maximum Modbus address scanned. If you’ve scanned all the way up through address 255 and still have no connection click Troubleshooting for further troubleshooting or contact Seametrics Tech Support for assistance. Click at any time to refresh sensor information. -
Page 9: Cable Wiring
Installing Aqua4Plus 2.0 If you buy your cabled sensor with a connector installed The PT2X comes with the Aqua4Plus 2.0 host software (the normal configuration), no further wiring is needed. that is installed on your PC or laptop. Use this software to... -
Page 10: Installing The Sensor
Strapping the sensor body with tie wraps or tape will not hurt it. Seametrics can provide an optional 1/4” NPT input The single most important step in minimizing a ground loop adapter which is interchangeable with the standard end... -
Page 11: Settings And Calibration
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS SETTINGS AND CALIBRATION Program Settings Sensor Settings To view/change Aqua4Plus 2.0 settings click in the blue Once connected you’ll see the Sensor screen appear and side-bar menu display the connected sensor(s) details. Mousing over--- icons will provide tool-tips, mouse over to view sensor firmware and serial number details. -
Page 12: Pressure Calibration
0 point calibration). Select 1 point Calibration overcome communication issues on very long, or corroded under Calibration Type. cabling. See Troubleshooting section or contact Seametrics Tech Support for details. For PSIG sensors use 0 as the reference value and click Measure. -
Page 13: Depth To Water
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS SETTINGS AND CALIBRATION Aqua4Plus 2.0 will take 10 readings and display the average. Select 2 point Calibration under Calibration Type Watch for stability while Aqua4Plus 2.0 is measuring to Perform first point calibration as listed above and click Next ensure an accurate calibration. -
Page 14: Ground Elevation
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS SETTINGS AND CALIBRATION Click Measure and Aqua4Plus 2.0 will take 10 readings and Click Accept and Aqua4Plus 2.0 will calculate a new offset, display the average. Watch for stability while Aqua4Plus 2.0 click Apply to accept the new offset and Aqua4Plus 2.0 is measuring to ensure an accurate calibration. -
Page 15: Operation
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Real-time Data Connect to sensor and select the Real-time data tab Real-time readings default to a 1 second interval for 1 minute, to adjust enter your desired settings here: To start real-time readings click Start, readings default to... -
Page 16: Data Logging
Set Up Logging button active under the Data Files tab as data recording (PT2X & CT2X only) Select your continuous well as in the upper menu. Once files have been started/ rate from the drop down box here. - Page 17 PT2X INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Data file name defaults to Test File # and may be re-named Data files already downloaded will show in the Reports here. column, clicking here will bring you to the reports screen to view the data. See Reports section for details.
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Page 18: Reports
Reports screen. A Word About Units Readings from the PT2X Smart Sensor can be displayed in various units, such as PSI, Ft. H2O, or mm H2O for pressure, or degrees Celsius or degrees Fahrenheit for temperature. -
Page 19: Barometric Compensation
PT2X INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION Barometric Compensation Aqua4Plus 2.0 will perform the barometric compensation For PSIA sensors we’ve built a new barometric compensation and create a new compensated report. Original reports are utility into the Reports section. Click on a report to retained as uploaded. -
Page 20: Direct Read Modbus/Sdi
You must use Aqua4Plus 2.0 Data Format If needed, set your PT2X to the desired baud rate as follows: The data is returned as 32-bit IEEE floating-point values, • Click on the Configure menu, and then select highword first, also referred to as big-endian or float Advanced. -
Page 21: Reading Via Sdi-12
Address Address Request for Returned value(s) values read SDI-12 Commands Sensor Identification <a>I! <a>13 INWUSA PT2X 213ssssssssss<cr><lf> Note: will change to reflect current firmware version. ssssssssss = device serial number Acknowledge Active, Address Query <a>! <a><cr><lf> ?! <a><cr><lf> Change Address <a>A<b>! <b><cr><lf>... - Page 22 <a>CC2! <a>0021<cr><lf> Request pressure measurement only with CRC <a>D0! <a>12.0512{crc} <cr><lf> Read pressure For further information and SDI-12 examples, see Seametrics application note, “PT2X SDI-12 Interface Specification” available from our web site at www.seametrics.com. Seametrics • 253.872.0284 Page 22 seametrics.com...
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Page 23: Maintenance
Pressure element becoming a light pink, which indicates full saturation and time to replace. Replacement desiccant and hydrophobic Water inlet filters can be purchased from Seametrics. To Change the Desiccant: End cone • Pulling gently remove the black tube fitting from Gently twist off the end cone and carefully remove debris the clear desiccant tube. -
Page 24: Sensor/Cable/End Connections
The connectors used by Seametrics are not • Always twist the sensor body off the top cap submersible, but are designed to be splash-resistant. - Page 25 PT2X INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE Care must be taken to compress the black square ring Continue to Removing the Housing on the next page. before attempting to twist the housing. Forceful twisting of the housing can permanently damage the sensor. Securing the Sensor...
- Page 26 PT2X INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE Continue to Removing the Housing below. 4. Hold the top cap assembly at 90° to the housing opening as shown. Depress the spring with your fingertip and tuck the wiring into the cutaway on the circuit board with your thumb to protect it while being installed back into the housing.
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Page 27: Troubleshooting
Contacts in connector loose Be sure all wires are securely fastened inside the round connector USB driver not installed See Connecting the PT2X to a Computer in the Installation section or see the USB/RS485 Adapter Installation application note on our web site. -
Page 28: Seametrics Limited Warranty
(2) years from date of shipment from Seametrics, as defined on Seametrics’ invoice. Seametrics’ obligation under this warranty shall be limited to replacing or repairing the part or parts, or, at Seametrics’ option, the products, which prove defective in material or workmanship.
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