The Panametrics DigitalFlow GF868 supports mass flow measurement in pounds (mass) with unit code 1094. However, the number of decimal places for mass flow display can be selected by the user. The manual allows configuring the desired number of mass decimal digits in the totalized mass flow display.

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Page 1 DigitalFlow™ GF868 Ultrasonic flare gas mass flowmeter Programming manual (2-channel)
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1. Programming site data ............11 Introduction .
Page 6 2.5 The LOG submenu ................40 2.5.1 Entering the LOG submenu .
Page 7 4.7 Printing signal array data ............... 57 4.8 Printing RTD data .
Page 8 C.4 Adding the GF868 ................79 C.5 Editing meter properties .
Page 9 Information paragraphs Safety issues NOTE: WARNING! These paragraphs provide information that provides a It is the responsibility of the user to make sure deeper understanding of the situation, but is not essential all local, county, state and national codes, to the proper completion of the instructions. regulations, rules and laws related to safety and safe operating conditions are met for each installation.
Page 10 Environmental compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive Panametrics is an active participant in Europe’s Waste Electrical and Electronic equipment (WEEE) take-back initiative, directive 2012/19/EU. The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
Page 11: Chapter 1. Programming Site Data
Chapter 1. Programming site data Introduction Using the keypad The 2-channel model GF868 flowmeter cannot provide The model GF868 keypad contains 39 keys, which are accurate flow rate measurements for either channel until labeled with their primary (unshifted) functions. In addition, the instrument has been properly installed, the channel has pressing the red [SHIFT] key will access the secondary been activated, and the basic system and pipe parameters...
Page 12 Table 1: Model GF868 key functions Table 1: Model GF868 key functions Shifted Shifted Unshifted function Unshifted function function function Display key - use to display data in a variety of numeric and graphic Use to enter Software function keys - DISP formatting options.
Page 13 Table 1: Model GF868 key functions Table 1: Model GF868 key functions Shifted Shifted Unshifted function Unshifted function function function Press the left Seven key - use to enter the Use to enter Screen key - press the side to enter number 7.
Page 14: Obtaining On-Line Help
Obtaining on-line help Using the console control keys A context-sensitive, on-line help system is programmed into The model GF868 has four console control keys, which are every model GF868 flowmeter. On-line help, which displays located on the left side of the keypad. Use these keys, which additional information related to the current task, may be are described and pictured in table 1, in accordance with the accessed at any time by pressing the [HELP] key on the...
Page 15: The User Program
The user program 1.5.1 Entering programming mode Use the keypad, as described in chapter 3, operation, of the startup guide to navigate through the user program. The To access the user program, press the [PROG] key on the menu maps in Appendix A may be followed in sequence, keypad.
Page 16: Entering Channel Data
Entering channel data 1.6.1a Procedure options After selecting [F1]=CH1 (or [F2]=CH2) at the initial programming screen, the following screen appears: After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the channel PROGRAM prompt. Continue as follows: Press the [] and [] keys Chan 1 PROGR Start...
Page 17: Entering System Data For A Channel
1.6.2 Entering system data for a channel Refer to figure 11. 10. Use the [F1]-[F4] keys to select the mass flow units for the data display, as shown in table 3. 1. To enter the channel PROGRAM menu, press [F1] or [F2] (depending on the desired channel) at the user PROGRAM prompt.
Page 18: Entering Pipe Data
1.6.3 Entering pipe data To program the transducer and pipe parameters via the Table 4: Available pipe OD units PIPE submenu, complete the following steps and refer to figure 11. English Metric 1. To enter the channel PROGRAM menu, press [F1] or [F2] (depending on the desired channel) at the user inch = pipe OD mm = pipe OD...
Page 19: Setting Up Inputs/Outputs
1.6.3e Axial length 1.6.4 Setting up inputs/outputs 7. Press [F1] = inch or [F2] = feet to select the units. The following specific tasks may be performed via the I/O Then, enter the axial length (L) of the ultrasonic signal submenu: and press [ENT].
Page 20 5. Do one of the following: 8. At the N2 input prompt, press [F1] to enter a constant nitrogen (N2) percentage or press [Fx] to select the option • If you selected FIXED, enter the known fixed process card in slot X that will supply the live N2 percentage. temperature.
Page 21: Entering Setup Data
1.6.5 Entering setup data The signal limits and response times for the model GF868 fluid velocity is less than the programmed VELOCITY are specified via the SETUP submenu. It includes three LOW LIMIT value. submenus: 5. Press [ENT] to accept the current velocity high limit value •...
Page 22 10. Press [ENT] to accept the current skan T offset value 16. Press [ENT] to accept the current # transmit pulses value or enter a new value and press [ENT]. or enter a new value and press [ENT]. At the above prompt, specify a time measurement # transmit pulses specifies the number of pulses in offset that compensates for any shift resulting from a burst.
Page 23 1.6.5b Setting response time Table 5: Default values and limits for SETUP Parameters Use this option to specify the number of readings that occur Default before the meter will respond to a step change in flow rate. Parameter Low limit High limit value In general, the smaller the number of readings, the less...
Page 24 Editing K factors 1.6.5e NHV programming 1. Press [F2] = MULTK to enter the MultiK option. Enable NHV (net heating value) 2. Press [F1] = NO to disable or [F2] = YES to enable multiple The GF868 can be equipped with an additional feature that K-factors.
Page 25: Entering Global Data
Entering global data 1.7.1 Setting the clock The GLOBL menu is used to enter information that is not specific to one of the individual channels. Information Use the CLOCK submenu to enter the current date programmed via this menu is used to compute parameters and time.
Page 26: Entering Global System Data
1.7.2 Entering global system data 1.7.2a Entering volumetric data Refer to figure 13. To program this submenu, press [F2] at the global PROGRAM prompt, and complete the 4. Use the [F1]-[F4] and [] keys to select the desired following steps: volumetric units for the flow rate display.
Page 27: Setting Up Global Inputs/Outputs
1.7.3 Setting up global inputs/outputs 1.7.3b Setting up option cards The I/O submenu allows users to program error handling responses, as well as both built-in and optional analog The model GF868 has two built-in analog outputs, which outputs and cards. To program this submenu, press [F3] are assigned to slot 0.
Page 28 Alarms Frequency output 1. Use the [F1]-[F3] keys to set up alarm relays A, B, or C, 1. The FREQ output, [F2], produces a frequency pulse that is respectively. proportional to the output measurement. Complete the steps below to program the frequency output. NOTE: a.
Page 29 Analog inputs Procedure options 1. Press [F1] to set up input A or [F2] to set up input B. After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the global I/O prompt. Continue as follows: NOTE: • To continue programming the meter, refer to the menu maps in Appendix A and navigate to the desired The set up of input A is used as an example in this manual.
Page 30: Setting Up Communications
(from 1 to 247) and press [ENT]. A network ID number is only necessary for communication 1.7.4c Procedure options with the Panametrics Instrument Data Manager™ or PanaView™ software. See the software user’s manual for After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the more information.
Page 31: Modbus Register Map
1.7.5 MODBUS register map When equipped with the optional MODBUS output card, The format for the returned data types is as follows: the GF868 flow transmitter can send flow data and • Integer (16 bit integer) <MSB><LSB> diagnostic information to a flow computer (or SCADA) 1 register - 16 bit integer serially, using a Gould-type RTU protocol.
Page 32 Table 8: MODBUS registers for a 2-channel GF868 MODBUS reg # DPR hex addr Description Scaling (decimal places) Size in bytes Ch1 sig strength upstream 4 (2 16-bit int) Ch1 sig strength downstream 4 (2 16-bit int) Ch1 temperature 4 (2 16-bit int) Ch1 pressure 4 (2 16-bit int) Ch2 velocity...
Page 33 Table 8: MODBUS registers for a 2-channel GF868 MODBUS reg # DPR hex addr Description Scaling (decimal places) Size in bytes Avg fwd totals #T DIGITS 4 (2 16 bit int) Avg rev totals #T DIGITS 4 (2 16 bit int) Avg #tot digits Avg mass flow #M DIGITS...
Page 34: Activating Security
1.7.6 Activating security In order to prevent unauthorized tampering with the 4. Enter the new password and press [ENT]. Any combination flowmeter’s programming, the model GF868 is equipped of letters and numbers up to a total of 21 characters may with a security feature that locks out the following menus: be used as a password.
Page 35: Saving Site Files
Saving site files Recalling site files The currently programmed site data may be stored in the Any site file currently stored in the model GF868’s non- model GF868’s nonvolatile memory by saving it as a site file. volatile memory may be recalled at any time. Up to ten Up to ten site file names, consisting of up to five characters site file names, consisting of up to five characters each, each, may be stored at any given time.
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Page 37: Chapter 2. Displaying Data
Chapter 2. Displaying data Introduction This chapter explains how to display measurement data in various formats. Each of the two display screen panes may be programmed independently. NOTE: The instructions in this chapter assume that the left display pane is active. If the right display pane is active, simply change all [F1]-[F4] designations to [F5]-[F8].
Page 38: The Big Submenu
2.2 The BIG submenu The BIG format, which is the model GF868’s default power up Table 9: Measurement parameter options format, displays one measurement in large print. To select the BIG format and the measurement to display in this Option bar choice Description format, follow the instructions in this section.
Page 39: The Graph Submenu
2.4 The GRAPH submenu The GRAPH submenu permits the display of either the However, there is an inverse video pointer at the far right of flow velocity, mass flow or the volumetric flow on an XY this line to indicate that additional option bar choices are bar graph, with a specified time interval on the x-axis.
Page 40: The Log Submenu
2.5 The LOG submenu The LOG submenu permits the display of the data in a log file • page number either graphically or numerically. Although the model GF868 • record number can display all of the data in a log file, screen size limitations •...
Page 41: Graphical Format
2.5.3 Graphical format After choosing PLOT at the FORMAT prompt, the Table 12: Graphical log display options programming sequence continues as follows: 6. Enter a maximum value for the Y-axis (vertical) scale Option bar choice Description that is larger than the maximum expected reading. Press [ENT].
Page 42: Displaying The Transducer Signal
2.6 Displaying the transducer signal The SIGNL submenu permits the direct graphical display of 1. To access the display menu, press the [DISP] key. several transducer signals. Specifically, the signals listed in 2. Press [] and [F1] = SIGNL. table 13 may be viewed in this format. 3.
Page 43 Table 14: Graphical log display options Table 15: Numeric key functions Option bar choice Description Function Move the cursor to the left and Scroll down the transducer signal list [F1] = <CURS display amplitude and time in the status line: (i.e. 107 686.798mi) Scroll up the transducer signal list Move the cursor to the right and Expand the graph vertically...
Page 44: Setting The Lcd Backlight
2.7 Setting the LCD backlight 2.8 Activating sleep mode Use the BACKL submenu to specify the number of During times when the display is not in use, use the SLEEP minutes the LCD display backlight remains on before it is submenu to temporarily suspend LCD display activity, which automatically turned off.
Page 45: Chapter 3. Logging Data
Chapter 3. Logging data Introduction This chapter explains how to use the model GF868’s data logging capability. The LOG menu, which is accessed by pressing the [LOG] key on the keypad, is divided into four submenus: • STD - used to log up to three of the available measurement data parameters •...
Page 46: Creating A Standard Log
3.2 Creating a standard log Use the STD submenu to create a new standard log and Table 16: Measurement parameter options to select the parameters to log, the log start time and date, the log end time and date, and the time increment. Also, Option bar choice Description any log file already stored in memory may be inspected...
Page 47: Log Type
3.2.1 Log type 3.2.4 END TIME prompt 9. Press [F1] to create a non-circular log or press [F2] to 12. Press [F1] to accept the displayed end time or create a circular log. press [F2] to enter a different end time. To select a specific time period for the log to run, press [F3].
Page 48: Duration Prompt
3.2.6 DURATION prompt 3.2.8 TIME INCREMENT prompt If a circular log was specified, the programming sequence Regardless of which of the various options were selected continues here after the log start time and/or start date during the previous programming steps, all of the paths is entered.
Page 49: Checking The Memory
3.3 Checking the memory 3.4 Stopping a log Use the MEM submenu to verify that the available log Use the STOP submenu to terminate a logging process that memory is sufficient for the desired log. If the expected is currently active. Press the appropriate side of the [SCREEN] amount of logged data will exceed the remaining memory key to activate the desired pane of the display screen, and capacity, the model GF868 suggests that some old logs be...
Page 50: Creating An Error Log
3.5 Creating an ERROR log Use the ERROR submenu to create a new error log and to Table 17: Measurement parameter options select the logging parameters. An error log updates every 5 seconds (when the display updates), but only if a new error Option bar choice Description condition occurs.
Page 51: Log Type
3.5.1 Log type 3.5.3 START DATE prompt 9. Press [F1] to create a non-circular log or press [F2] to 11. Press [F1] to accept the displayed start date or press [F2] create a circular log. to enter a different start date. To start logging today, press [F3].
Page 52: Chapter 4. Printing Data
Chapter 4. Printing data Introduction The model GF868 flowmeter has the capability to print any of the data stored in its memory via the built-in RS232 communications port. In order to use the function, the RS232 port must be connected to a printer with a serial port input. A printer with a parallel port input may be used with a third-party serial-to-parallel adapter.
Page 53: Print Live Data
4.2 Print live data Use the DATA submenu to print live measurement data, as NOTE: it is collected. The data may be printed in either numeric or The units assigned to the parameters in table 18 are those graphical format, with a user specified time increment. selected in the User program (SYSTM submenu).
Page 54: Graphical Format
4.2.2 Graphical format To print live data in graphical format, continue as follows: 9. Enter the desired maximum value for the Y (vertical) axis and press [ENT]. 8. Use the [], [] and [F1]-[F4] keys to select the first parameter to be printed. See table 19 for a list of the NOTE: available options.
Page 55: Printing Logs
4.3 Printing logs 4.3.1 Numeric format Use the LOG submenu to print logged measurement data, from a log file in the meter’s memory. The data may be After the numeric format (and starting page and number printed in either numeric or graphical format, with a user of pages, if applicable) is chosen, the model GF868 returns specified time increment.
Page 56: Print Site File
4.4 Print site file 4.5 Stop printing Use the PROG submenu to print the data in a site file Use the STOP submenu to terminate the printing of live, that was set up and saved as described in chapter 1, logged or site data.
Page 57: Setting Up A Printer
4.6 Setting up a printer 4.7 Printing signal array data Use the PRNTR submenu to specify the type of printer Use the SGNLS submenu to print signal array data, to help connected to the model GF868. To set up a printer, refer to diagnose certain problems.
Page 58: Printing Rtd Data
4.8 Printing RTD data The data printed via the SIGNL submenu consists of 1024 lines, each of which lists the following three values: Use the RTDs submenu to send the numeric point value of • Index - this is the printout line number, which locates the a connected RTD device to the RS232 port for display on a data point within the complete body of data.
Page 59: Chapter 5. Clearing Data
Chapter 5. Clearing data Introduction 5.2 Reset totals This chapter explains how to purge the model GF868’s The TOTAL submenu permits the user to reset volumetric memory of various measurement totals and/or files. The totals to zero and to reset the stopwatch totalizer. Press clear menu, which is accessed by pressing the [CLR] key on the appropriate side of the [SCREEN] key to activate the the keypad, is divided into three submenus:...
Page 60: Deleting Site Files
5.3 Deleting site files 5.4 Deleting log files Use the SITE submenu to clear site files from the GF868’s Use the LOG submenu to clear log files from the model memory. Use the [SCREEN] key to activate the desired GF868’s memory. Press the appropriate side of the [SCREEN] display pane, and complete the following steps: key to activate the desired pane of the data display screen, and complete the following steps:...
Page 61: Chapter 6. Serial Communications
Chapter 6. Serial communications Introduction The model GF868 flowmeter is equipped with a standard RS232 serial interface. By using this interface, any log files stored in the GF868’s memory may be easily uploaded to a personal computer. In order to accomplish this, the following steps must be completed: •...
Page 62: Wiring The Rs232 Interface
GF868, proceed as follows: Access the user program, by pressing the [PROG] key on Table 21: Panametrics serial cables the keypad. The standard measurement mode screen is replaced by the following initial programming mode screen:...
Page 63: Setting Up The Terminal Software
6.4 Setting up the terminal software 6.4.2 Windows 9X/NT systems Specific instructions are given in this manual for communicating with personal computers running Windows 9X/NT systems use a program called under either the Windows 3.X or Windows 9X/NT operating hyperterminal to access the serial ports. To set up serial systems.
Page 64: The Optional Rs485 Serial Interface
1. Disconnect the main power to the electronics console with the model GF868 is adequate for most applications, and open the cover. Panametrics offers an optional RS485 serial interface upgrade for special situations. The model GF868 is easily WARNING! modified to provide RS485 communications, and this...
Page 65 6.5.3a Reconfiguring a serial interface converter Table 23: Switch Assembly settings To reconfigure a serial interface converter for multi-point Position # Point-to-point Multi-point wiring, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect the main power to the electronics console and open the cover. WARNING! Dangerous voltages exist within the electronics console.
Page 66: Setting Up An Ethernet Connection
6.6 Setting up an Ethernet 6.7 Setting up a MODBUS/TCP connection connection A modified GF868 can use the Ethernet interface to A modified GF868 can use the MODBUS/TCP interface communicate with an internal network. An optional to communicate with an internal network. An optional Ethernet card with a unique MAC (IP) address (installed MODBUS/TCP card with a unique MAC (IP) address (installed only in slots 5 or 6) includes an RJ45 connector.
Page 67: Appendix A. Menu Maps
Appendix A. Menu maps Figure 11: ACTIV, SYSTM and PIPE menu map...
Page 68 Figure 12: CH1/CH2 - I/O and setup menu map...
Page 69 Figure 13: GLOBL (except I/O), SAVE and RECLL menu map...
Page 70 Figure 14: GLOBL - I/O menu mapF1...
Page 71 Figure 15: DISP menu map...
Page 72 Figure 16: PRNT menu map...
Page 73 Figure 17: LOG and CLR menu maps...
Page 74: Appendix B. Data Records
Appendix B. Data records Option cards installed Whenever an option card is installed in one of the model GF868’s expansion slots, record the type of card and any additional setup information in the appropriate row of table 24. Table 24: Option cards installed Slot # Type of option card Additional setup information...
Page 75: Initial Setup Data
B.2 Initial setup data After the model GF868 flowmeter has been installed, some initial setup data must be entered via the user program, prior to operation. Record that information in table 25. Table 25: Initial setup data General information Model # Reference Software vers.
Page 76 Table 25: Initial setup data Pipe/transducer parameters (CH1/CH2-PIPE) Channel 1 Channel 2 Trans. # Trans. # Spec. trans. Hz Spec. trans. Hz Spec. trans. Tw Spec. trans. Tw Pipe O.D. Pipe O.D. Pipe wall Pipe wall Path length (P) Path length (P) Axial length (L) Axial length (L) Fluid type...
Page 77: Appendix C. Programming With Panaview
C.1 Introduction The PanaView™ graphical user interface offers interactive communications between Windows-based PCs and Panametrics instruments compatible with the company’s IDM protocol, such as the GF868 ultrasonic gas flowmeter. PanaView is compatible with 32-bit Windows operating systems such as Windows 98SE, NT 4.0 (with service pack 6), 2000, XP and ME.
Page 78: Setting Up The Communications Port
C.3 Setting up the communications port Use the steps below to establish communications with the GF868. 1. Open the “new meter browser” window and expand the network tree. Then, highlight the my computer(name) branch by clicking on it. 2. Pull down the “edit” menu by clicking on it in the menu bar.
Page 79: Adding The Gf868
IMPORTANT: If you are using Ethernet communications, be sure the GF868 is set up with the default communications parameters: 9600 baud, no parity, no handshaking, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. The port number must match the “Enable raw TCP access using TCP port” assignment shown under the device discovery “TCP server settings”...
Page 80: Editing Meter Properties
C.5 Editing meter properties Through PanaView, you can edit the properties of your GF868. You can: • Set the meter clock, or synchronize it with the PC clock • Read, plot and save transducer signals • Clear totalizers • Save site files to the meter or PC •...
Page 81: Reading Transducer Signals
C.5.2 Reading transducer signals To read a signal from the meter: 1. Click on the read signals button. (If the meter is a multi-channel instrument, open the channel drop-down menu and click on the desired channel.) After a moment, the properties window appears similar to figure 28.
Page 82: Handling Site Files
C.5.6 Handling site files To access site files, click on the site files button in the properties window. The site file operations window (shown in figure 31) opens. C.5.6a Saving an existing site to the meter To save an existing site to the meter: 1.
Page 83 C.5.6d Clearing a site from the meter To clear a site from the meter: 1. Highlight the site in the left pane. (see figure 31.) 2. Click clear site from meter. 3. The program asks for confirmation. Click [OK]. The meter deletes the designated file. C.5.6e Saving a site in text form To store the data from a site file as a text file for display or printout:...
Page 84: Changing Meter Settings
C.6 Changing meter settings Through PanaView, GF868 users can handle remote programming of the meter. They can: • Program and change a meter’s operating parameters; • Set up, start, and stop logs; • Calibrate and test inputs and outputs; • Clear various files. To access meter programming: Figure 35: New meter browser with meter branch 1.
Page 85 NOTE: If you click on either [next item] or [previous Item] without changing the settings, the current settings remain unchanged. As you step through the menu, the bottom panel lists the current settings you have modified or left unchanged (see figure 39). If you modify or step through more than five items, a scroll bar at the right of the panel lets you review the earlier settings.
Page 86: Appendix D. Foundation Fieldbus Communications
Appendix D. Foundation fieldbus communications Optional measurements Foundation fieldbus provides a means of communicating with the flowmeter. The patent numbers which apply are 5,909,363 and 6,424,872. This foundation fieldbus device supports 6 analog input (AI) blocks, which can be configured to supply the following measurements on the network (see table 26).
Page 87: Configuration Utility Setup
1. Double click on the FLOW transducer block (in the tree the configuration utility with a flowmeter on the network under GEFlow-XMT). (Panametrics Flow-XMT). 2. Select the others tab and open the drop down list for the PRIMARY_SELECTOR and SECONDARY_SELECTOR NOTE: (see figure 41).
Page 88: Selecting Units For Ai Blocks
D.4 Selecting units for AI blocks D.5 Resetting Instrument totalizers To select the units for the individual AI blocks: To reset the instrument totalizers: 1. Double click on the AI block for which you wish to set the 1. Double click on the FLOW transducer block (in the tree units (ANALOG_INPUT_1 or ANALOG_INPUT_2 in the tree under GEFlow-XMT;...
Page 89: Function Block Application
D.6 Function block application Figure 44 is an example setup using the function block application editor. The flowmeter AI blocks, along with the AO and PID of another device on the network, are displayed. We have connected the AI_1 OUT of the flowmeter to the CAS IN of the AO block.
Page 90: Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Tables
Appendix E. Foundation fieldbus tables Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 1 - General Is the device registered at the fieldbus foundation (yes/no) Is the unit released to production, and if not, when? Is there any special functionality that device supports (e.g., display blocks, diagnostic blocks)?
Page 91 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i GF868: GF3S; GM868:GM3Q; GS868: GS3N; 1.17 Meter software version (minimum and higher) GC868: GC4C; XGM868i: Y4DM; XGS868: Y4DS; XGF868i: Y4DF 1.18...
Page 92 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 4 - Comm Stack manufacturer National Instruments Does the device support backup LAS functionality? (If it does, then the functionality will be tested.)
Page 93 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 8 - Function blocks Does the device support custom function blocks? An example of custom block has profile number equal to or greater than 0x8000. A standard...
Page 94 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 9 - Channels XD_SCALE and List by channel, unit code, enumerated description, CHANNEL value and function block type (if applicable) 1097 - kilograms per cubic meter...
Page 95 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 9 - Channels XD_SCALE and List by channel, unit code, enumerated description, CHANNEL value and function block type (if applicable) 33065 - thousands of pounds (changed to 34027)
Page 96 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 9 - Channels XD_SCALE and List by channel, unit code, enumerated description, CHANNEL value and function block type (if applicable) 1358 - cubic feet per hour...
Page 97 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 9 - Channels XD_SCALE and List by channel, unit code, enumerated description, CHANNEL value and function block type (if applicable) 34010 - millions of pounds per day...
Page 98 Table 27: Panametrics fieldbus device capability, XGX868 family of meter types Model GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and XGS868i 9 - Channels XD_SCALE and List by channel, unit code, enumerated description, CHANNEL value and function block type (if applicable) 34034 - thousands of pounds per day...
Page 99 Log file, numeric format ....... . . 47 ACTIV Numeric key functions ........51 Submenu .
Page 100 Keypad Network ID number ......... 32 Description .
Page 101 Signal RECLL Graph........... . 113 Menu .
Page 102 Liability under this warranty is limited to completed: restoring the instrument to normal operation or replacing 1. Notify Panametrics, giving full details of the problem, the instrument, at the sole discretion of Panametrics. Fuses and provide the model number and serial number and batteries are specifically excluded from any liability.
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Page 104 Ex d rated equipment. These must be an approved repairer. installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Where the cable glands are provided by Panametrics, • Only trained, competent personnel may install, operate the manufacturer’s instructions, as supplied to and maintain the equipment.
Page 105: Special Conditions For Safe Use
Special conditions for safe use Increased safety wiring connections Consult the manufacturer if dimensional information on Power connection: any flameproof joint is necessary. 2 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to reduce the Maximum size ‡: Solid - 4.0 mm (12 AWG) potential of an electrostatic charging hazard.
Page 106 EC DECLARATION CONFORMITY DOC-0013, Rev. B Panametrics 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica, MA 01821 declare under our sole responsibility that the DigitalFlow™ DF8688 Liquid Ultrasonic Flowmeter DigitalFlow™ GC868 Clamp-On Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter DigitalFlow™ GF868 Flare Gas Mass Ultrasonic Flowmeter DigitalFlow™ GM868 General-Purpose Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter DigitalFlow™...
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Panametrics DigitalFlow GF868 Programming Manual

Chapter 1. Programming Site Data

Chapter 2. Displaying Data

Chapter 3. Logging Data

Chapter 4. Printing Data

Chapter 5. Clearing Data

Chapter 6. Serial Communications

Appendix A. Menu Maps

Appendix B. Data Records

Appendix C. Programming with Panaview

Appendix D. Foundation Fieldbus Communications

Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Tables

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