Meriam MDT500 User Manual

Multivariable digital transmitter

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MDT500 Multivariable
Digital Transmitter
®
10920 Madison Ave
Cleveland · Ohio
44102
1-216-928-1100
1-800-817-7849
www.Meriam.com
Copyright © 2015 Meriam®

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  • Page 1 MDT500 Multivariable Digital Transmitter ® 10920 Madison Ave Cleveland · Ohio 44102 1-216-928-1100 1-800-817-7849 www.Meriam.com Copyright © 2015 Meriam®...
  • Page 2: Advisory Statements

    Copyright This publication is proprietary to Meriam and no ownership rights are transferred. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without the prior written consent of Meriam.
  • Page 3: Safety Symbols

    Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. Indicates information essential for proper product installation, operation or maintenance. MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Maximum Input Voltage 1. Do not exceed the Maximum Input Voltage listed under “Power Requirements” in the Specification section of this manual 2. Disconnect power before servicing. 3. Substitution of components may impair operation and safety. MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 5: Meriam Contact Information

    E-mail addresses Return Material Authorization / returnforms@meriam.com Service & Repair Department Sales sales@meriam.com Website www.meriam.com Local Meriam Representatives Find a local Meriam To find a find local Meriam representative, use this map to find contact representative information: LOCATOR. MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    9R216-B February 2019 Contents Advisory statements ........2 Updating the firmware ......14 Unzip the Meriam Setup Utility ....14 Disclaimer ..........2 For use with the ZMDT500-X-485 model Copyright ........... 2 ..............14 Trademarks .............2 Service and Calibration ......... 15 LabVIEW ..........
  • Page 7: Included With The Mdt500

    USB Drivers on www.Meriam.com You must install USB drivers on the computer you use with the MDT500 before the MDT500 will function. You can find these on the website under USB drivers at http://www.meriam.com/assets/eng/9R607-IR.pdf. The PDF includes links to the drivers.
  • Page 8: Interface Accessories

    The following table lists part numbers for various accessories available to assist you in configuring or communicating with the MDT500. Part Number Description Accessory Status Standard, LFE Z9P703 Male Adapter mounted model Standard, LFE ZA36894-3 Male Connector mounted model MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 9: Installation And Operation

    February 2019 Installation and Operation Software Environment The MDT500 is designed to be operated with a Windows computer and the Meriam Software Development Kit (SDK). This kit is provided to make it easier to integrate with your systems. The SDK includes libraries for calculating flow rate and for communicating with the device to take measurements and access configuration options.
  • Page 10: Mdt And Lfe Connections

    4. Keep at least four inches from high-power, 3-phase cables. 5. Do not run in parallel with 3-phase power cables. 6. Cross existing AC power cables at right angle only when necessary for routing purposes. 50MC2 / 50MR2 Series LFE MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 11: Mdt And Lfe Connections (Continued)

    9R216-B February 2019 MDT and LFE Connections (continued) 50MK10, 50MJ10, 50MW20, 50MH10, 50MY15 Series LFE MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 12: Zeroing The Mdt500

    Pressure Sensor before using it and periodically thereafter as needed. Use the MDT Config example application included in the Meriam SDK to zero the sensor. (You can find this utility in the Software Dev Kit at http://www.meriam.com/assets/eng/MeriamSDK_1_2_0.zip MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 13: Unzip This File Mdtsdk_1_2_0.Zip

    Unzip this file MDTSDK_1_2_0.zip 1. Unzip the file. 2. Run Setup.exe. 3. Open the Windows menu to see Meriam in the list of installed programs. 4. Click Meriam and click SDK to see CSharp and LabVIEW. 5. Set the appropriate Com Port and click the Connect button.
  • Page 14: Software Updates

    2. Navigate to the Meriam Setup Utility directory and open EI Reflash Utility.exe. 3. Select COM Port and baud rate (115200). Note: You can find the Com Port number of the MDT500 using Windows Device Manager\Ports. The MDT500 appears as Meriam Product.
  • Page 15: Service And Calibration

    9R216-B February 2019 Service and Calibration Overview If you need to service an MDT500 or it requires recertification or re-calibration, please follow the instructions on this page and the next two pages. Meriam Shipping and Receiving Policies 1. Abandoned Material Policy:...
  • Page 16: Returning For Repairs

    • Send the e-mail to: Return Material Authorization Do not send any unit for repair unless you contacted Meriam for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. • Important: If you have not received this number and clearly marked it on the package being shipped back, we will return the unit at your expense.
  • Page 17: Packing Instructions For The Lfe And Mdt

    We recommend the following: To lessen the possibility of shipping damage, we recommend that you detach the MDT500 from the LFE for shipping. 1. When returning the LFE, make sure you protect the LFE Matrix by covering up the open ends of the LFE.
  • Page 18: Specifications

    150 psi when applied simultaneously to P1 (HI) & P2 (LO) sides • Absolute Sensor: 2x range • Differential Sensor: Clean, dry, non-corrosive gases only (brass, 316 SS, Viton®, Silicon gel) Media Compatibility • Absolute Sensor: Media compatible with 316 SS MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 19: Specifications (Continued)

    Analog: circular, locking connector for RTD probe Communication • Optional: RS485 connector Computer USB: high power (500 mA) USB port or USB hub Power Requirements Note: Computer USB ports and USB hubs with power adapters that are typically high power. MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 20: Specifications (Continued)

    Laminar Flow Element mounting hardware provided. Specification Description –4 °F to 122 °F (–20 °C to 50 °C) Operating Temperature Limits –40 °F to 185 °F (–40 °C to 85 °C) Storage Humidity Limits Operating: 5–95 % RH MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 21: Certifications: Ce Markings

    This product is compliant with the European directives: Directive Description RoHS Directive Reduction of Hazardous Substances 2011/65/EU WEEE Waste from Electrical and Electronic 2012/19/EU Equipment Note: The following marking indicates that you must not discard this electrical / electronic product in domestic household waste. MDT500 User Manual...
  • Page 22: Spare Parts

    Adapter-Male-Machine – Z9P703 1/4" Tube × 1/4"” MNPT Brass Male Connector - ZA36894-3 1/4" Tube × 1/4"” MNPT Brass Z9P273 Cable, USB, Type “A” To Mini “B” Z9P713 Cable, RTD-4 Pos Plug-Socket 5.0 M Z9P521 Probe-RTD Sensor MDT500 User Manual...

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