1 Introduction 1.1 Safety information General information This manual contains information that must be observed in the interest of your own safety and to avoid damage to assets. This information is supported by symbols which are used in this manual as follows. Please read this manual before commissioning the device.
1.2 Description The head transmitter, WTX700 designed for industrial applications consists of the transmitter with integrated transmission unit and an antenna-battery case. The transmitter is designed for integration into the connection head. Integration into customer-specific connection heads is also possible. The antenna-battery case is installed on the connection head via a thread (M20 x 1.5).
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TIP! An active (4 to 20) mA loop can be monitored passing the current through a suitable resistor and sensing the mV drop. 6 of 33...
2 Identifying the instrument version 2.1 Probe ID Position The factory set probe ID is stated on a sign fitted on top of the transmitter. Probe ID The probe ID is factory set. It must be entered and activated on the receiver to establish communication between the probe and receiver.
3 Probe preparation 3.1 Fitting/exchanging the battery CAUTION! Ensure that soiling, moisture and vapors cannot enter the device. The device could be destroyed. When inserting/changing the lithium battery, ensure that the device is not exposed to soiling, moisture and vapors. CAUTION! The probe does not function, if the poles are incorrectly connected.
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If the battery was removed or must be replaced, proceed as follows: Step Activity Undo the battery lid screw (A) on the antenna-battery case and open the case lid (B). Press on the battery in the area of the minus pole (D) to remove the battery (C).
3.2 Battery service life The battery service life, depending on the transmission interval (2 s, 15 s, 30 s, 90 s) and the ambient temperature, are shown in the following figure. Ambient temperture in ° C 3.3 Disposal of lithium batteries Please dispose of all batteries according to the national regulations.
4 Probe range 4.1 General information about radio transmission See Receiver handbook for information Part No: D2519_01 5 Installation 5.1 Information about fastening, securing and arrangement TIP! Install the antenna-battery case vertically to the top and, if possible, with free view to the receiver antenna.
5.4 Aligning the antenna The recommended and unfavorable antenna alignment possibilities are shown in the following figure. The best possible reception is ensured when the recommended alignment possibilities are used. Recommended installation: Connection head vertical and antenna-battery case vertical to the top Recommended installation: Connection head horizontal and antenna-battery case vertical to...
6 Electrical connection 6.1 Safety information The electrical connection must only be carried out by qualified personnel. • When installing and operating the transmitter ensure that no electro-static • charging can take place. The transmitter is not suitable for installation and application in explosion •...
6.3 Connection diagram 6.3.1 Voltage supply Symbol and terminal Connection Connector Terminals designation Lithium battery, DC 3.6 V 6.3.2 Analog inputs Symbol and Connection Connector Terminals terminal designation Thermocouple 2 and 3 RTD temperature probe 2- 1 and 3 wire circuit RTD temperature probe 3- 1 to 3 wire circuit...
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Potentiometer 2-wire 1 and 3 circuit Potentiometer 3-wire 1 to 3 circuit Voltage (0 to 50) mV 2 and 3 17 of 33...
6.3.3 Output Symbol and Connection Connector Terminals terminal designation Antenna connector 6.3.4 Interface Symbol and Connection Connector Terminals terminal designation Setup 18 of 33...
7 Setup program 7.1 General information about the setup program The setup program serves to configure probes and receivers by means of a PC. The configuration data can be archived and printed. Configurable parameters are: Probe ID • Transmission interval •...
7.2 Hardware and software prerequisites The following hardware and software prerequisites must be fulfilled for operation and the software installation: Minimum configuration Intel Pentium III or higher Microsoft Windows 2000 or XP 256 MB central memory CD drive a free USB port 120 MB free hard-disk storage capacity Recommended configuration Intel Pentium 4...
7.3 Establishing the connection between PC and probe The connection between probe and PC is established via a PC interface USB/TTL converter and adapter (socket). TIP! Permanent interface operation! The PC interface USB/TTL converter is only designed for a time- limited interface connection.
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USB/TTL For the setup via the USB/TTL converter, establish the following connections: Step Activity Insert the USB connector of the USB cable into the laptop/PC. Insert the USB cable into the connector of the USB/TTL converter . Connect the RJ-45 connector of the modular line to the RJ-45 socket of the USB/TTL converter.
7.4 Probe configuration This chapter explains the configuration of a probe via the setup program. Prerequisite being that the probe and the PC are connected via an interface. 7.4.1 Establishing communication A differentiation is made between two different way of proceeding when establishing the communication between probe and setup program: Establish the communication with “Device settings assistant”.
7.4.3 Editing probe parameters How to proceed: Step Activity Select the probe to be edited from the navigation tree by double clicking with the left mouse key. The "Probe configuration" is opened. Edit the desired parameters. Confirm editing with "OK". Save the parameters in the "File"...
7.5 ParametersOverview Parameters Factory setting Value range/Selection Probe ID Numeric 1 ... 99999 various Transmission 15 s 1 ... 3600 s interval Transmission 868.4 MHz 868.4 MHz frequency Display only, cannot be edited! Probe type Potentiometer, temperature voltage, probe thermocouple, RTD temperature probe Sensor depending on the probe type, Pt100 DIN...
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TIP! Once the setup connector is connected, the probe automatically transmits telegrams at a transmission interval of 1 s to ensure that changes can be immediately detected by the receiver. After the setup connector is removed, the telegrams are transmitted again at the set transmission interval.
8.1 Technical data 8.1.1 Analog inputs Thermocouples Designation Standard Measuring range Measuring accuracy Fe-CuNi L DIN 43710 (-200 to 900) °C ± 0.1 % Fe-CuNi J DIN EN 60584 (-210 to 1200) °C ± 0.1 % from -100 °C Cu-CuNi U DIN 43710 (-200 to 600) °C ±...
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RTD temperature probe Measuring Designation Standard Measuring range accuracy Pt100 DIN EN (-100 to 200) °C ± 0.1 °C (TK value = 3.85 × 10 1/K) 60751 (-200 to 600) °C ± 0.2 °C Pt500 DIN EN (-100 to 200) °C ±...
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Potentiometer Designation Measuring range Measuring accuracy Potentiometer < 400 ± 400 m ≥ 400 to ≤ 4000 ± 4 > 4000 to ≤ 10000 ± 10 Connection type 2-wire or 3-wire circuit Sensor lead ≤ 22 ≤ 11 per line resistance 2-wire circuit 3-wire circuit...
8.1.2 Output (radio transmission) Probe ID max. 5-digit ID, factory-set, can be configured customer-specific Transmission interval adjustable from 1 to 3600 s (ex-factory 15 s) Transmission ISM band 868.4 MHz (Europe) frequency Transmission capacity +10 dBm Open air range Max. 300 m when using the antenna wall holder of the receiver and 10 m long antenna cable.
8.1.4 Environmental influences Transmitter in the head with antenna-battery case Ambient temperature range (-30 to +85) °C Storage temperature range / (-40 to +85) °C / rel. humidity ≤ 95 % storage humidity Temperature coefficient Thermocouple ≤ ± 0.005 % / °C deviation 22 °C plus accuracy of the cold junction RTD temperature probe ≤...
8.1.5 Case Transmitter Type Plastic case to be installed in connection head Material Polycarbonate Flammability class UL 94 V2 Dimensions Diameter 44 mm Height with/without 31 mm / 27 mm connectors Protection type IP65, when installed (with suitable head, form B) Connections Sensor 3-pole connection terminal RM 5 mm, conductor...
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