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Vega VEGAPULS 69 Operating Instructions Manual

Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids
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Radar sensor for continuous level
measurement of bulk solids
VEGAPULS 69
Modbus and Levelmaster protocol
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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Radar sensor for continuous level measurement of bulk solids VEGAPULS 69 Modbus and Levelmaster protocol Document ID: 47252...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Setting up sensor and Modbus interface with PACTware ..........55 Connect the PC ......................55 Parameter adjustment with PACTware ................56 Set instrument address ....................57 Saving the parameterisation data ................... 58 Diagnosis, asset management and service ................ 59 VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 3 10.9 Industrial property rights ....................97 10.10 Trademark ........................97 Safety instructions for Ex areas Take note of the Ex specific safety instructions for Ex applications. These instructions are attached as documents to each instrument with Ex approval and are part of the operating instructions. Editing status: 2021-01-18 VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 4: About This Document

    Symbols used Document ID This symbol on the front page of this instruction refers to the Docu- ment ID. By entering the Document ID on www.vega.com you will reach the document download. Information, note, tip: This symbol indicates helpful additional infor- mation and tips for successful work.

  • Page 5: For Your Safety

    During work on and with the device, the required personal protective equipment must always be worn. Appropriate use VEGAPULS 69 is a sensor for continuous level measurement. You can find detailed information about the area of application in chapter " Product description". Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as well as possible supplementary instructions.

  • Page 6: Eu Conformity

    15 m above the ground. A list of the respective radio astronomy stations can be found in chap- ter " Appendix" of the operating instructions. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 7: Radio License For Usa

    This device is limited to installation in a completely enclosed container made of metal or concrete to prevent RF emissions, which can otherwise interfere with aeronautical navigation, the maximum approved tilt angel is 10°. From electronics index .-03 the use in containers made of reinforced fiberglass is also permit- ted. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 8 L'angle d'inclinaison maximum autorisé est de 10°. De l'indice électronique .-03, l'utilisation dans des conteneurs fabriqués en fibre de verre est également permise. • Environnement ouvert : Pour l'utilisation hors des cuves fermées, la condition suivante doit être remplie : L'appareil doit être installé VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 9: Installation And Operation In The Usa And Canada

    Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties. That is why we have introduced an environment management system with the goal of continuously improving company environmental pro- tection. The environment management system is certified according to DIN EN ISO 14001. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 10 2 For your safety Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental instructions in this manual: • Chapter " Packaging, transport and storage" • Chapter " Disposal" VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 11: Product Description

    Scope of this operating This operating instructions manual applies to the following instrument instructions versions: • Hardware version from 1.0.3 • Software version from 1.3.2 Type label The type label contains the most important data for identification and use of the instrument: VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 12 Alternatively, you can access the data via your smartphone: • Download the VEGA Tools app from the " Apple App Store" or the " Google Play Store" • Scan the DataMatrix code on the type label of the instrument or •...

  • Page 13: Principle Of Operation

    Fig. 2: Position of Modbus and sensor electronics Modbus electronics Sensor electronics Principle of operation The VEGAPULS 69 is a radar sensor for continuous level measure- Application area ment of bulk solids under different process conditions. It is ideal for level measurement in very high silos, large bunkers and segmented vessels.

  • Page 14: Packaging, Transport And Storage

    The interface adapter VEGACONNECT enables the connection of communication-capable instruments to the USB interface of a PC. Protective cover The protective cover protects the sensor housing against soiling and intense heat from solar radiation. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 15 3 Product description Flanges Screwed flanges are available in different versions according to the following standards: DIN 2501, EN 1092-1, BS 10, ASME B 16.5, JIS B 2210-1984, GOST 12821-80. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 16: Mounting

    The optional mounting strap allows simple mounting of the instrument on a wall, ceiling or boom. Especially in the case of open vessels, this is a simple and effective way to align the sensor to the surface of the bulk solid material. The following versions are available: • Length 300 mm VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 17 This allows swivelling the sensor up to 180° for optimal orientation and rotating for optimal connection. Fig. 4: Ceiling mounting via the mounting strap with length 300 mm Mounting strap - Wall As an alternative the strap mounting is carried out horizontally or mounting obliquely. > 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 5: Wall mounting horizontally via the mounting strap with length 170 mm VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 18 DN 80, ASME 3" and JIS 80. It comes not sealed against the radar sensor and can thus only be used unpressurized. It can be retrofitted on instruments with single chamber housing, retrofitting to a double chamber housing is not possible. Fig. 7: Combi compression flange 1 Combi compression flange Adapter flange The adapter flange is available from DN 100, ASME 4" and JIS 100. It is permanently connected with the radar sensor and sealed. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 19: Mounting Preparations, Mounting Strap

    • Single chamber housing – Angle of inclination in three steps 0°, 90° and 180° – Angle of inclination 180°, infinitely variable • Double chamber housing – Angle of inclination in two steps 0° and 90° – Angle of inclination 90°, infinitely variable VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 20: Mounting Instructions

    Nose for marking the direction of polarisation Information: When the housing is rotated, the direction of polarization changes and hence the influence of the false echo on the measured value. Please keep this in mind when mounting or making changes later. Installation position Mount the instrument at least 200 mm (7.874 in) away from the vessel wall. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 21 This applies particularly if buildup on the vessel wall is expected. In such cases, we recommend repeating the false signal suppression at a later date with existing buildup. Reference plane The measuring range of VEGAPULS 69 begins physically at the end of the antenna. The min./max. adjustment, however, begins at the reference plane. The reference plane is different depending on the sensor version.
  • Page 22 4 Mounting Fig. 15: Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium Silo with lateral filling In bulk solids silos with lateral pneumatic filling the instrument should not be mounted above the filling stream, as the radar signal will be disrupted. The optimal mounting position is to the side of the filling aperture. To avoid heavy soiling, the distance to any filter or dust exhauster should be as large as possible. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 23 4 Mounting Fig. 16: Mounting of the radar sensor with inflowing medium Nozzle For nozzle mounting, the nozzle should be as short as possible and its end rounded. This reduces false reflections from the nozzle. With threaded connection, the antenna end should protrude at least 5 mm (0.2 in) out of the nozzle. Fig. 17: Recommended socket mounting with different versions of VEGAPULS Flange with lens antenna Plastic horn antenna Thread with integrated antenna system VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 24 4 Mounting If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can mount VEGAPULS 69 on sockets longer than the antenna. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if possible also rounded. Note: When mounting on longer nozzles, we recommend carrying out a false signal suppression (see chapter " Parameter adjustment"). You will find recommended values for socket heights in the following illustration or the tables. The values come from typical applications.
  • Page 25 The easiest way to align the device is with the optional swivelling holder. Determine the suitable inclination angle and check the align- ment with the alignment aid in the VEGA Tools app on the device. Alternatively, the angle of inclination can be determined using the following drawing and table.
  • Page 26 4 Mounting Fig. 20: Determination of the angle of inclination for alignment of VEGAPULS 69 Distance d 2° 4° 6° 8° 10° 10.5 12.2 11.1 13.9 12.5 15.6 VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 27 Proceed as follows to adjust the angle of inclination with the swivelling holder: 1. Loosen the terminal screws of the swivel holder by one turn. Use a hexagon socket wrench, size 5. Fig. 21: VEGAPULS 69 with swivelling holder Terminal screws (6 pieces) 2. Align the device, check angle of inclination Note: The max.
  • Page 28 Information: The spacer may only be incorporated up to a maximum of 50 mm into the vessel insulation. Only then is a reliable temperature decoupling guaranteed. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 29 The best mounting location is on the outer wall of the silo, with the sensor pointing towards the discharge opening in the silo centre. This can be accomplished, for example, with the mounting strap. Fig. 25: Installation and orientation in multiple chamber silos VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 30 Fig. 27: Rinsing air connection on metal-jacketed lens antenna Plastic horn antenna The VEGAPULS 69 with plastic horn antenna is optionally available with a rinsing air connection. The mechanical configuration differs according to the flange version, see following graphics. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 31 4 Mounting Fig. 28: Rinsing air connection with compression flange Fig. 29: Rinsing air connection with adapter flange You can find details on the rinsing air connection in chapter " Techni- cal data". VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 32: Connecting To Power Supply And Bus System

    In the case of instrument housings with self-sealing NPT threads, it is not possible to have the cable entries screwed in at the factory. The free openings for the cable glands are therefore covered with red dust protection caps as transport protection. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 33: Connecting

    3. Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle (signal output), strip approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) insulation from the ends of the indi- vidual wires 4. Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 34 The terminal blocks are pluggable and can be removed from the housing insert. To do this, lift the terminal block with a small screwdriv- er and pull it out. When inserting the terminal block again, you should hear it snap in. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 35: Wiring Plan, Double Chamber Housing

    Internal connection to the connection compartment For display and adjustment module or interface adapter Connection compartment MODBUS power supply off on Fig. 33: Connection compartment USB interface 2 Slide switch for integrated termination resistor (120 Ω) Modbus signal Voltage supply Terminal Function Polarity Voltage supply VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 36: Switch-On Phase

    • Status byte goes to fault value Then the actual measured value is output to the signal cable. The value takes into account settings that have already been carried out, e.g. default setting. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 37: Set Up The Sensor With The Display And Adjustment Module

    The display and adjustment module is powered by the sensor, an ad- ditional connection is not necessary. Fig. 34: Insertion of the display and adjustment module Note: If you intend to retrofit the instrument with a display and adjustment module for continuous measured value indication, a higher lid with an inspection glass is required. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 38: Adjustment System

    The pen oper- ates the four keys of the display and adjustment module right through the closed lid (with inspection window) of the sensor housing. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 39: Measured Value Indication - Selection Of National Language

    Selection of national This menu item is used to select the national language for further pa- language rameter adjustment. You can change the selection via the menu item " Setup - Display, Menu language". VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 40: Parameter Adjustment - Quick Setup

    In the main menu item " Setup", the individual submenu items should be selected one after the other and provided with the correct param- eters to ensure optimum setting of the measurement. The procedure is described in the following. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 41 Depending on the type of bulk solids application, material cones and additional echoes from the vessel wall or bottom can become further interfering factors. Through this selection, the sensor is adapted perfectly to the application. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 42 6 Set up the sensor with the display and adjustment module Vessel height/Measuring range: The VEGAPULS 69 is a bulk solids radar sensor for high, slender vessels. It covers a measuring range up to 120 m. This menu item lets you limit the active measuring range in which the instrument searches for level echoes.
  • Page 43 To perform the adjustment, enter the distance with full and empty ves- sel, see the following example: VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 44 2. Prepare the percentage value for editing with [OK] and set the cursor to the requested position with [->]. 3. Set the requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK]. The cursor jumps now to the distance value. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 45 In the menu item " Current output mode" you determine the output Setup - Current output, mode characteristics and reaction of the current output in case of fault. The default setting is output characteristics 4 … 20 mA, fault mode < 3.6 mA. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 46 Spanish • Russian • Italian • Dutch • Portuguese • Japanese • Chinese • Polish • Czech • Turkish In the delivery status, the VEGAPULS 69 is set to the ordered national language. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 47 The " Echo curve" shows the signal strength of the echoes over the tion measuring range in dB. The signal strength enables an evaluation of the quality of the measurement. The selected curve is continuously updated. A submenu with zoom functions is opened with the [OK] key: VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 48 With the adjustment software PACTware and the PC, the stored echo curves can be displayed with high resolution and used to recognize signal changes over time. In addition, the echo curve saved during setup can also be displayed in the echo curve window and compared with the current echo curve. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 49 The event and parameter modification memories remain unaffected. Basic settings: Resets the parameter settings, incl. special param- eters, to the default values of the respective instrument. Any stored false signal suppression or user programmable linearisation curve, as VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 50 Additional settings - Copy The instrument settings are copied with this function. The following instrument settings functions are available: • Read from sensor: Read data from sensor and store into the display and adjustment module VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 51 (size) variable the current output refers to. In menu item " Current output, adjustment" you can assign a respec- Additional settings - Cur- rent output (adjustment) tive measured value to the current output. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 52 This is useful if the saved false signal suppression no longer matches the metrological conditions in the vessel. Extend: is used to extend an already created false signal suppres- sion. This is useful if a false signal suppression was carried out with VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 53 In this menu item the following information of the instrument can be read out: • Instrument name and serial number • Hardware and software version • Date of the factory calibration as well as the last change via adjust- ment instruments VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 54: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    In the display and adjust- If the instrument is equipped with a display and adjustment module, ment module the parameter adjustment data can be saved therein. The procedure is described in menu item " Copy device settings". VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 55: Setting Up Sensor And Modbus Interface With Pactware

    Scope of the parameter adjustment: • Sensor electronics • Modbus electronics Fig. 39: Connecting the PC via USB to the Modbus electronics 1 USB cable to the PC To the RS 485 cable Connection of the PC to the RS 485 cable is carried out via a stand- ard interface adapter RS 485/USB. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 56: Parameter Adjustment With Pactware

    Further setup steps are described in the operating instructions manu- al " DTM Collection/PACTware" attached to each DTM Collection and which can also be downloaded from the Internet. Detailed descrip- tions are available in the online help of PACTware and the DTMs. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 57: Set Instrument Address

    " Software". The full version is avail- able on CD from the agency serving you. Set instrument address The VEGAPULS 69 requires an address for participating as a sensor in the Modbus communication. The addess setting is carried out via a PC with PACTware/DTM or Modbus RTU.

  • Page 58: Saving The Parameterisation Data

    The procedure depends on the respective Modbus-RTU and the configuration tool. Saving the parameterisation data We recommend documenting or saving the parameterisation data via PACTware. That way the data are available for multiple use or service purposes. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 59: Diagnosis, Asset Management And Service

    Up to 500 events are automatically stored with a time stamp in the sensor (non-deletable). Each entry contains date/time, event type, event description and value. Event types are for example: • Modification of a parameter • Switch-on and switch-off times • Status messages (according to NE 107) • Error messages (according to NE 107) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 60: Asset Management Function

    This status message is always active. It cannot be deactivated by the user. Function check: The instrument is being worked on, the measured value is temporarily invalid (for example during simulation). This status message is inactive by default. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 61 Send instrument for repair Error in the EEPROM F261 Error during setup Repeat setup Error in the instrument False signal suppression faulty Carry out a reset settings Error when carrying out a reset VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 62 Antenna dirty or defective Use instrument with higher sensitivity Clean the antenna M504 Hardware defect Check connections Error at a device inter- Exchanging the electronics face Send instrument for repair VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 63: Rectify Faults

    If the output level is constant, the cause could also be the fault setting of the current output to " Hold value". If the level is too low, the reason could be a line resistance that is too high VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 64 Carry out a false signal suppression or jumps sporadically to on the antenna increase false signal suppression with con- 100 % during filling densation/contamination in the close range by editing. With bulk solids use radar sensor with purg- ing air connection or flexible antenna cover. time VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 65: Exchanging The Electronics Module

    24 hour service hotline Should these measures not be successful, please call in urgent cases the VEGA service hotline under the phone no. +49 1805 858550. The hotline is also available outside normal working hours, seven days a week around the clock.

  • Page 66: Software Update

    • Attach the completed form and, if need be, also a safety data sheet outside on the packaging • Ask the agency serving you to get the address for the return ship- ment. You can find the agency on our homepage. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 67: Dismount

    Pass the instrument directly on to a specialised recycling company and do not use the municipal collecting points. If you have no way to dispose of the old instrument properly, please contact us concerning return and disposal. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 68: Supplement

    Ʋ Compression flange PP-GF30 black Ʋ Mounting strap 316L Ʋ Fixing screws, mounting strap 316L Ʋ Fixing screws, adapter flange Ʋ Plastic housing Plastic PBT (Polyester) Housing Ʋ Aluminium die-cast housing Aluminium die-casting AlSi10Mg, powder-coated (Basis: Polyester) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 69 The measured quantity is the distance between the end of the sensor antenna and the medium surface. The reference plane for the measurement is the lower side of the flange. Glass with Aluminium and stainless steel precision casting housing VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 70 Biggest false signal, 20 dB smaller than the useful signal Deviation with liquids ≤ 5 mm (meas. distance > 1.0 m/3.280 ft) Non-repeatability ≤ 1 mm Deviation with bulk solids The values depend to a great extent on the application. Binding specifications are thus not possible. Already included in the meas. deviation VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 71 Ʋ Average spectral transmission power -3 dBm/MHz EIRP density Depending of the reflective properties of the measured media. Time span (after a sudden measuring distance change of max. 2 m in bulk solids applications) until the output signal has taken on 90 % of the final value for the first time (IEC 61298-2). Outside the specified beam angle, the energy level of the radar signal is 50% (-3 dB) less. EIRP: Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 72 0°C / 32°F -40°C 50°C 80°C 100°C 130°C -40°F 122°F 176°F 212°F 266°F -40°C / -40°F Fig. 45: Derating, ambient temperature, metal-jacketed lens antenna up to +130 °C (+266 °F) Ambient temperature Process temperature Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing (precision casting) Stainless steel housing (electropolished) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 73 Stainless steel housing (electropolished) 80 °C (176 °F) 0 °C (32 °F) 80 °C -40 °C (176 °F) (-104 °F) -40 °C (-104 °F) Fig. 47: Derating, ambient temperature, plastic horn antenna Ambient temperature Process temperature VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 74 -40°C 50°C 80°C 100°C 150°C 200°C -40°F 122°F 176°F 212°F 302°F 392°F -40°C / -40°F Fig. 49: Derating, ambient temperature, thread G1½ with integrated horn antenna up to +200 °C (+392 °F) Ambient temperature Process temperature Aluminium housing Plastic housing Stainless steel housing (precision casting) Stainless steel housing (electropolished) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 75 1.6 bar (23.2 psig) 4.3 m 1.8 bar (20.3 psig) 4.5 m 3.5 m 2 bar (23.2 psig) 4.6 m Plastic horn antenna Air volume Pressure Without reflux valve With reflux valve 0.2 bar (2.9 psig) 3.3 m VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 76 ● Brass, nickel- ● ● ● – – plated Stainless – ● ● – ● steel Wire cross-section (spring-loaded terminals) Ʋ Massive wire, stranded wire 0.2 … 2.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 14) Ʋ Stranded wire with end sleeve 0.2 … 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 … 16) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 77 < 0.1 K Deviation ±3 K Output of the temperature values Ʋ Indication Via the display and adjustment module Ʋ Output Via the respective output signal Voltage supply Operating voltage 8 … 30 V DC VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 78: Radio Astronomy Stations

    Between ground terminal and metallic process fitting 10.2 Radio astronomy stations Certain restrictions on the use of VEGAPULS 69 outside closed vessels result from the radio license. You can find these restrictions in chapter " Radio license for Europe". Some of these restric- tions have to do radio astronomy stations. The following table states the geographic positions of...

  • Page 79: Modbus Register

    (4 bytes) according to IEEE 754 are transmitted with individually selectable order of the data bytes (byte transmission order). This " Byte transmission order" is determined in the parameter " Format Code". Hence the RTU knows the registers of the VEGAPULS 69 which must be contacted for the variables and status information.
  • Page 80 Primary Variable in Byte Order BACD (Middle Endian) 2204 DWord Secondary Variable in Byte Order BACD (Middle Endian) 2206 DWord Third Variable in Byte Order BACD (Middle Endian) 2208 DWord Quarternary Variable in Byte Order BACD (Middle Endian) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 81: Modbus Rtu Commands

    Parameter Length Code/Data Request: Function Code 1 Byte 0x04 Start Address 2 Bytes 0x0000 to 0xFFFF Number of Registers N*2 Bytes 1 to 127 (0x7D) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 82 With sub function codes 0x00 only one 16 bit value can be written. FC16 Write Multiple Register This function code is used to write to several Holding Registers. In a request, it can only be written to registers that are in direct succession. VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 83 1 Byte Object ID number Number of Objects 1 Byte List of Object ID 1 Byte List of Object length 1 Byte List of Object value 1 Byte Depending on the Object ID VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 84: Levelmaster Commands

    10 Supplement 10.6 Levelmaster commands The VEGAPULS 69 is also suitable for connection to the following RTUs with Levelmaster protocol. The Levelmaster protocol is often called " Siemens" " Tank protocol". Protocol ABB Totalflow Levelmaster Kimray DACC 2000/3000 Levelmaster Thermo Electron Autopilot Levelmaster...
  • Page 85 = 81, even = 71 (default), odd = 71 Response: Set Baud Rate 11 characters ASCII Example: U01B9600E71 Change instrument on address 1 to baudrate 9600, parity even, 7 data bits, 1 stop bit VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 86 = milliseconds (50 up to 250), default = 127 ms Error codes Error Code Name EE-Error Error While Storing Data in EEPROM FR-Error Erorr in Frame (too short, too long, wrong data) LV-Error Value out of limits VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

  • Page 87: Configuration Of Typical Modbus Hosts

    ScadaPack - Register address for 1302 is address 31303 10.8 Dimensions The following dimensional drawings represent only an extract of all possible versions. Detailed dimensional drawings can be downloaded at www.vega.com/downloads under " Drawings". VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 88 Fig. 51: Dimensions housing (with integrated display and adjustment module the housing is 9 mm/0.35 in higher, with metal housings 18 mm/0.71 in) Plastic double chamber Aluminium/Stainless steel double chamber VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna G 1/8" x 8mm ø 98 mm (3.86") Fig. 52: VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna (flange thickness acc. to drawing, flange dimensions acc. to DIN, ASME, JIS) Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 89 (1.69") 35 mm (1.38") Fig. 53: VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna in flange version with rinsing connection Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) Blind plug 90° angle joint Reflux valve VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna with swivelling holder Fig. 54: VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna and swivelling holder Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 90 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna with swivelling holder and rinsing connection Fig. 55: VEGAPULS 69, metal-jacketed lens antenna with swivelling holder and rinsing connection Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) Blind plug 90° angle joint Reflux valve VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 91 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with compression flange ø 107 mm ø 21 mm (4.21") (0.83") ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 115 mm (4.53") ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 56: VEGAPULS 69 with compression flange suitable for flanges 3" 150 lbs, DN 80 PN 16 Compression flange VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 92 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with compression flange and rinsing connection ø 107 mm ø 21 mm (4.21") (0.83") ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 156 mm (6.14") ø 200 mm (7.87") Fig. 57: VEGAPULS 69 with compression flange suitable for flanges 3" 150 lbs, DN 80 PN 16 and rinsing connec- tion Compression flange Reflux valve Rinsing connection VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 93 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna with adapter flange ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 98 mm (3.86") ø 180 mm (7.09") ø 220 mm (8.66") Fig. 58: VEGAPULS 69 with adapter flange DN 100 PN 16 Adapter flange Process seal VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 94 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, plastic horn antenna mit adapter flange und rinsing connection ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 98 mm (3.86") ø 180 mm (7.09") ø 220 mm (8.66") Fig. 59: VEGAPULS 69, adapter flange DN 100 PN 16 and rinsing connection Air flushing ring Reflux valve Adapter flange VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 95 ø 75 mm (2.95") ø 107 mm (4.21") 9 mm (0.35") ø 115 mm (4.53") 12 mm (0.47") Fig. 60: VEGAPULS 69, plastic antenna and mounting strap in 170 or 300 mm length VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
  • Page 96 10 Supplement VEGAPULS 69, thread with integrated horn antenna Fig. 61: VEGAPULS 69, thread with integrated horn antenna TC G1½ (DIN 3852-A) TD 1½ NPT (ASME B1.20.1) Version up to 130 °C (266 °F) Version up to 200 °C (392 °F) VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...

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  • Page 98 Notes VEGAPULS 69 • Modbus and Levelmaster protocol...
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