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Communication Unit for Encoder/gAVC 1200 Manual Rev. 30.05.2017 Please visit our website for the most recent version of this document www.gAvilar.nl...
8-pole DIP switch the device can be set to the desired application. Time windows can be applied to let the gACC-499E/U login to the net at fixed intervals. After that there can be dialed-in by using a data collection system.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Construction Build-up Fuse power supply EVCD (mains power supply only) Battery connector 2.1 Removable dividing wall Battery connector 1.1 Terminals intrinsically safe side. ( For DIP-Switch connection details see (See below for below) description) Connector USB...
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc DIP switch function: Active at position ON All switches are in OFF position at delivery, xcept for DIP switch 7. This will save energy of the batteries. The internal clock will keep running at normal operating mode.
1200. It is also possible to configure the gACC-499E/U remotely by using the configuration program in combination with a local modem. For this, the corresponding COM-port must be selected. By entering a modem init string e.g.
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DIP-switch 3 is back in the OFF position before placing the cover. This is to save battery power. The gACC-499E/U is equipped with a selection switch for the configuration. With DIP-switch 5 (to OFF) can be chosen between the gAVC1200 application and (to ON) the Encoder application.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc The readout with configuration file IEC 62056-21 for gAVC 1200 An example of the config file for IEC62056-21: <configuration> <dual1> <swversion req="2.01"/> <general confversion="1" loglevelstdout="3" checkpwdlocal="y" readcfgallowed="n" sleepallowed="y" battlifeoffset="6" dualmainbatt="n" otapurl="http://www.gasdatawarehouse.de/GprsUpdate/ClkGprs.jad"/> <reset hour="17" minute="30" daylight="y"/> <device name="gprs003" type="gAVC" key="UF1200L3" timesync="Y" fullsynctimediff="y" alarmlog="Y"...
Here begins the first block of the configuration (DIP-switch 5 to ON) swversion req=”2.01” Minimum software version in the gACC-499E/U for this application general This is the current configuration version. This can be increased by 1, and then with the confversion=”1”...
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Channel OBIS code Parameter Factor Unit 23.2.0 Volume converted 1:12.0.0 Vol. measured at error 13.1.0 Volume measured 1:13.0.0 Volume Encoder 0:41.0.0 Gas temperature 0:42.0.0 PABS Pressure gas 1000 mbar 97.97.0 ALRACT1 Status information* gAVC1200 1:13.0.0 Volume Encoder 13.1.0...
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Here begins the second block of the configuration (DIP-switch 5 to OFF) swversion req=”2.01” Minimum software version in the gACC-499E/U for this application This is the current configuration version. This can be increased by 1, and then with the general next data transmission the available data in the current interval will be sent.
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The input of parameters is not case sensitive. For example “y” or “Y” can be applied. Note: In determining times for the call windows the start-up time of the gACC-499E/U should be taken in to consideration. It will take approx. 3 minutes before a dial-in can be performed.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc 2.11 The configuration program Modem Com-port setting Baud rate should always be 2400. The password applies to the configuration. The phone number is applied to the used SIM-card. The modem init string is required when connecting via a modem.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc 2.12 Configuration read-out Reading out the configuration and configuration file can be performed by using a config cable or through a modem connection. In case a password is required for reading out the configuration and configuration file this can be entered at the “Password”...
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc 2.13 The hidden functions The configuration program of the gACC-499 has some hidden functions. The hidden functions can be used by clicking on the icon in the left corner of the configuration program. The here shown functions can be executed both locally by using a config cable and also remotely via a modem.
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Set time At “Set time” the time of the connected PC can be written in the gACC-499E/U. It is important to check if the time of the PC is the correct time before this is written into the gACC-499E/U. For more clock settings see chapter 6..
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Get measurement (Encoder) At “Get measurement” can be checked, in case of direct communication with an encoder, if the encoder function is operating correctly. Both A-telegram and B-telegram are read.. The index value of the gas meter The information of the B-telegram GA-02.035-EN-30.05.17...
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Get measurement (gAVC 1200) At “Get measurement” can be checked, in case of direct communication with an gAVC 1200, if the communication with the gAVC 1200 is functioning correctly. The clock of the gAVC 1200 is read and when the UniWire is connected correctly it will reply with an Init OK.
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc IEC622056-21 Communication With the configuration program it is possible to communicate through the IEC62056-21 protocol by using a modem connection. In order to do this select “Start IEC” from the menu. The COM-port for the modem needs to be set, a phone number must be entered and a modem init string must be specified.
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Download time adjust data data When the gACC-499E/U is connected directly to an encoder or a pulse generator of a gas meter, intervals larger than 24 hours can be used. Because the clock deviation is approximately 1 second per day, a correction value over the used interval will be determined automatically after synchronizing the clock.
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc The format of the read time correction data. The performed correction is determined by the known correction of the same month, for the previous year. When this value is available yet (new installation), the correction of the last month is applied.
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc After performing “Setting time correction” the below screen will be displayed. Battery Status The battery status can be read by performing “Get Battery Status:. In this window the start date of battery 1 (Group 1) and the start date of battery 2 (Group 2) will be displayed.
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2.14 Writing a configuration file The operation of the gACC-499E/U is determined by a configuration file. This configuration file will be written into the memory of the modem. For this the configuration program”gACC-499 configuration” is used. Procedure: Always read the existing configuration first by using the Read “1” button.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc 2.15 Reading the archive (cache) When reading out the archive this will be done in blocks, and always the entire content will be read. This relates to a depth of three months as hourly values. The cache file can be read directly in MS Excel.
Procedure for Encoder/gAVC 1200 application: If the gACC-499E/U is in sleep mode this must be awakened first.. In order to do this DIP switch 1 must be turned from ON to OFF. DIP switch 3 must be turned ON in order to follow the status by using the LED’s.
SMS has to be sent within 72 hours of the start of call window. After clicking “Send update SMS…” a SMS window will open automatically. 2. The gACC-499E/U can be Reset by using the button “2” Reset. This has as consequence that the gACC is restarted and all internal data to be cached immediately.
Reset To restart the gACC-499E/U a Reset can be performed. With the reset no data will be lost and the internal clock will not be affected. If the device has a continuous power supply the config file should always include a reset.
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Reset Ctrl + Reset To erase the archive, Ctrl and Reset must be clicked simultaneously, and in the following window to be confirmed with Yes. The entire content of the archive is deleted. GA-02.035-EN-30.05.17 Page 29 of 46...
SIM card requirements For the application of the gACC-499E/U it is necessary to use a SIM card on which at least GSM is enabled. To easily provide the device with updates it’s recommended to enable GPRS and SMS also. With a SMS an update can be triggered which retrieves the update file from a server, which is specified with an URL in the config file.
Installation Installation location As associated apparatus the gACC-499E/U has to be installed outside the hazardous area. For wall mounting of the gACC-499E/U the mounting holes in the housing can be used. Connections 5.2.1 Potential equalizing The intrinsic safety is entirely dependent on the operation of the potential equalizing.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Repairs Repairs or any modifications to the Zener barrier (right side of the housing) by the user are strictly prohibited. It’s also strictly prohibited to replace fuses. Defective units are to be destroyed in an environment friendly way, or to be returned to the manufacturer for repair.
Setting time locally the gACC-499E/U is equipped with an internal clock (RTC) with a max. deviation of 5ppm per year. In consultation with the customer the choice can be made that the devices are delivered with the clock set to the correct time.
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Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Setting time remotely Setting the time with the configuration software and a modem. Select the correct COM-port of the modem and enter the init string at modem init. GA-02.035-EN-30.05.17 Page 35 of 46...
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Setting time using the IEC62056-21 protocol. /?12345678!<CR><LF> (12345678) = serial number of the gas meter or gAVC 1200 /U1200_12345678<CR><LF> or /FLO5UF12345678<CR><LF> (confirm with Baud rate) <ACK>051<CR><LF> <SOH>P0<STX>(1234567)<ETX>' (1234567) = fixed dummy password <SOH>P1<STX>(xxxxxxxx)<ETX>V (xxxxxxxx) =internal password <ACK>...
Wait until all LEDs are turned off (This may take a while) Remove the connection of the gas meter Place the new gas meter Connect the new gas meter with the gACC-499E/U Set switch 1 to ON Set switch 2 to ON Wait until all 4 LEDs are on, plus about 3 minutes Now the data collection system can run a test whereby “billing data”...
Cache Reset In some cases it is necessary to reset the internal memory of the gACC-499E/U. When applying an encoder the internal memory is arranged as a data logger. A reset will erase the entire contents of the memory. When applying an gAVC 1200 the internal memory is used as a copy of the gAVC 1200 memory.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Wait until LEDs go out and then immediately remove the config cable. Wait unitl the READY, GSM and CONNECTED LED are on again. After a few minutes the device will turn off again. This is dependent of the call windows. If there is an active call window open this may take longer.
Communication unit gACC-499E_U_Manual_EN.doc Declaration of conformity Flonidan A/S Islandsvej 29 DK-8700 Horsens hereby confirm that the product EX-499-UW has been manufactured identically to the sample tested in the above EC-Type examination certificate and thus conforms to the standards EN 60079-0:2012...