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www.tek-trol.com NOTICE Read this manual before working with the product. For personal and system safety, and for optimum product performance, make sure you thoroughly understand the contents before installing, using, or maintaining this product. For technical assistance, contact Customer Support 796 Tek-Drive Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Tel: +1 847 857 6076...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 5.2.1 Configuration Process Variable Menu ....................21 Diagnostics or Service Menu ......................21 Status Info Menu ........................... 21 Loop Test ............................22 D/A Trim ............................23 Input Calibration ..........................25 Basic Set Up Menu ......................... 28 Device Information Menu ......................
Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 1 Safety Instructions 1.1 Intended Use Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter / Flow Computer is designed to use for gas and liquid in harsh environments. 1.2 Certifications Class 1 Div 1 and Div 2 Approval. 1.3 Manufacturer Safety Instructions 1.3.1 Disclaimer...
1.5 Packaging, Transportation and Storage 1.5.1 Packaging The original package consists of 1. Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter 2. Documentation NOTE Unpack and Check the contents for damages or sign of rough handling. Report damage to the manufacturer immediately. Check the contents against the packing list provided.
2 Product Description 2.1 Introduction Tek-Trol’s Tek-Bar 3800XP (MVT) Multivariable Transmitter / Custody Transfer Flow Computer is designed to provide the highest flexibility. It features a complete suite of measurement calculations and control functions that enable customers to take control of their flow metering requirements.
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 2.3 Specifications Alarm Log Storage User configurable, defaulting to 200 alarm events Audit Trails User configurable, defaulting to 200 audit events CSA/C-US Class I, Div 1, Groups B, C, D; ambient temperature range of - 40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F), temperature code T6 (-40°C to 75°C) T5...
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 3 Installation This section covers instructions on installation and commissioning. Installation of the device must be carried out by trained; qualified specialists authorized to perform such works. CAUTION • When removing the instrument from hazardous processes, avoid direct contact with the fluid and the MVT wetted parts unless wearing PPE suitable for the environment.
• Installation must be carried out in accordance with local site requirements and regulations. The Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter can be directly mounted to the orifice fitting or a 2” support pole. Please refer to the following instructions for mounting the enclosure onto a 2” pole and pole mounting (as shown in Figure 1).
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 3.4 Installation for Wet or Dry Gas Flow Upstream/ Downstream lengths as per: AGA / ISO or API Fig 5: Installation for Wet or Dry Gas Flow 4 Electrical Connection This section covers all electrical connection requirement. Electrical connection of the device must be carried out by trained;...
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 4.1 Jumper Locations ETHERNET Advanced Only AI 2 AGND PI 2 AI 1 CHIT CEN* DO 1 AGND RX/RX+ DO 2 PI 1 CTS/RX- DI 1 TXD+ HOST TXD- TX/TX- DI 2 RXD+ RTS/TX...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions Signal 250 Ohm Resistor Fig 7: Low Power Transmitter and Local Analog Inputs (4-20mA) Figure 7 shows typical connections between the low-power transmitter and local analog inputs. Tek-Trol offers an optional 250Ω, high precision, axial lead resistor, P/N 5-1270-250, for converting the 4-20mA current signal to the 1-5V voltage signal, connecting to instrument analog inputs.
Ensure the earth and power ground are connected together, either internally or externally. • Wire Gauges Table 8 provides the recommended wire gauges to be used for the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter installation: Table 8: Connection Data Conductor cross section solid minimum 0.2mm...
Conductor cross section AWG minimum 24/0.2mm Conductor cross section AWG maximum 16/1.3mm 4.8 Wiring Instructions Table 9 provides the wiring instructions used for the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter installation: Table 9: Wiring Instruction Function Pin Number Details 10 to 30VDC @ 2Watt minimum;...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions DO1-pin 5-6; open drain; customer supply power DO2-pin 7-8; open drain; customer supply power Discrete Output Customer Power DO 1 Customer Input Signal DO (Digital D01/ Device D02* J6-4-6 Out) Output Return DO 2...
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 4.9 Communication 4.9.1 Local Serial Communication Port The terminal board provides one RS232 compatible local communication port (CHIT) for calibration and configuration of the unit using a laptop and configuration software. Table 10: Cable assemblies for CHIT connector...
• The 4 to 20mA output represents the digital Primary Variable [PV]. • The primary variable can be setup for Differential Pressure, Static Pressure or Line Temperature, for Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter. • By default, the 4-20mA output is set for Differential Pressure with a Range of 0 to 100” H •...
• The output will then reply to a step change and the output will achieve 66% of final value after the number of seconds entered. • The current loop for the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter has an operating range of 3.8 to 20.8mA. This allows for an over and under-range of the Primary Variable on the current loop.
• Battery Voltage 5.3 Diagnostics or Service Menu The Diagnostics or Service Menu is used to verify the status of the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter. It also performs calibration or verification of the analog inputs and 4 to 20mA output.
Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 5.5 Loop Test • Loop Test is used to verify the 4-20mA current output of the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter. • The associated method automatically run and can supply any required mA value from between 4 and 20mA, therefore the current loop can be verified when connecting to a host device.
Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 5.6 D/A Trim • D/A Trim is used to calibrate the 4 to 20mA output of the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter. • The associated method automatically run and request a user to connect a reference meter to measure the current on the 4 to 20mA current loop.
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Technology Solutions 4. User enters actual measured value. 5. Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter will modify the output to provide 4mA. If the output goes to 4mA, proceed to step 6 below. If the output is not 4mA, go back to step 4 6.
Diagnostics or Service Menu. Calibration Method: 1. After selection of the required input for calibration, a warning is provided to remove the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter output from any automatic control. 2. Select the required number of calibration points. www.tek-trol.com...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 3. Supply minimum input to RTD. 4. Display live object update of actual input value. 5. Press ENTER when value is stable. 6. Enter actual value supplied to input. 7. If a 1-point calibration is required, go to step 17 below.
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Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 9. Display live updates of actual input value. 10. Press ENTER when value is stable. 11. Enter actual Mid value supplied to the input. 12. Supply a full-scale/Max value to the input. 13. Display live updates of actual input value.
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 16. Update Calibration. 17. Calibration is complete and user can return to the Diagnostics or Service Menu . 5.8 Basic Set Up Menu The Basic Setup Menu is used to configure standard HART variables such as Tag, P Units and Damping.
4-20mA Zero and Full-Scale values. 5.11 Detailed Set UP Menu The Detailed Setup Menu is used to configure or view the Tek-Bar 3800XP specific variables. 5.11.1 System Info Menu System Info Menu provides general information about Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter such as, Start Date, Start Time, RTU Version, Thermo ID, And Different Inputs and Outputs.
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5.11.2.3 Unit Menu Units Menu is used to display or configure the units for the DP, SP and RTD Temperature units. 5.11.2.4 Command Menu Command Menu is used to access the reset method for the Tek-Bar 3800XP Multivariable Transmitter. www.tek-trol.com...
Instruction Manual Tek-Bar 3800XP Technology Solutions 6 Menu Tree On Line Menu Cfg Proc Vars Process Variables 1 Device Setup 1 PV is 1 PV 2 PV 2 SV is 2 PV % rnge 3 PV % rnge 3 TV is...
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