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Flow DigitalFlow™ XGM868i Panametrics General-Purpose Gas Flow Transmitter (1 & 2 Channel) Programming Manual 910-197P Rev. F Jul 2021 panametrics.com Copyright 2021 Baker Hughes company. This material contains one or more registered trademarks of Baker Hughes Company and its subsidiaries in one or more countries.
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Information Paragraphs Note: These paragraphs provide information that provides a deeper understanding of the situation, but is not essential to the proper completion of the instructions. IMPORTANT: These paragraphs provide information emphasizing instructions which are essential to proper setup of the equipment.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Introduction The Model XGM868i flow transmitter must be properly installed and programmed, as described in the Startup Guide , before it can provide accurate flow rate measurements. After completing the installation and initial setup, use this chapter to program the advanced features of the Model XGM868i’s Keypad Program .
• interface with multiple Panametrics instruments. Although the actual displays differ somewhat, the general procedures are the same for all three programming methods. This chapter provides detailed programming instructions for use with the keypad. If you are using PanaView™, see Appendix C, Programming the XGM868i via PanaView™, and/or the PanaView™...
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[] and [] - enable users to scroll to a specific option, among choices in an option, or to a character in a text entry. When you power up the XGM868i, the display first shows the model and software version: Panametrics XGM868i Y4AM.STD The meter then starts to display measured parameters.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data The XGM868i Enclosure Keypad (cont.) As a guide in following the programming instructions in this chapter, the relevant portions of the Model XGM868i menu map have been reproduced in Figure 28 on page 69 and Figure 29 on page 70 . Proceed to the following sections to enter data in the Channel or GLOBL menus.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Entering System Data for the Channel The Channelx-System submenu is used to enter system parameters for the channel. While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 28 on page 69. 1.5.1 Accessing the Channelx-System Submenu In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter].
Special Transducers Note: For special transducers, Panametrics will supply a transducer data sheet with programming information. Scroll to the transducer Frequency (supplied by the factory) and press [Enter]. The frequency is required to transmit an excitation voltage at the transducer’s natural frequency.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Enter the special transducer Tw (time delay) value (supplied by the factory) and press [Enter]. Tw is the time required for the transducer signal to travel through the transducer and its cable. This time delay must be subtracted from the transit times of the upstream and downstream transducers to ensure an accurate measurement.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.6.2.1 Path and Axial Lengths (cont.) Note: If a spoolpiece was ordered with the meter, the transducer signal path length (P) and the transducer signal axial length (L) are engraved on the flowcell and/or are included in the documentation supplied with the meter.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Entering Zero Cutoff and Setting Up Inputs Enter the zero cutoff value and set up the temperature and pressure inputs via the I/O submenu. While programming these parameters, refer to Figure 28 on page 69. IMPORTANT: If an option card in Slot 1 fails to appear in this menu, it may be turned Off.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.7.3 Base Temperature Use the arrow keys to enter the Base Temperature and press [Enter]. The ratio of this value to the actual temperature is used to calculate the standard mass flow rate. Do one of the following: •...
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.7.6 Low Pressure Switch Scroll to Yes or No to activate or deactivate the Low Pressure Switch software function and press [Enter]. Proceed to one of the following steps: • If you selected Yes - proceed to Step 3. •...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.8.1 Setting Transducer Signal Parameters (cont.) Table 4: Transducer Signal Settings Transducer Signal Default Parameters Range Value Description The E1:LOW SIGNAL error message appears when the signal strength falls below the programmed SIGNAL LOW LIMIT value. See Chapter 2 Signal Low -20 to 100 Service Manual...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 4: Transducer Signal Settings (cont.) Transducer Signal Default Parameters Range Value Description If the burst mode is set to Skan/Measure (S/M), the meter switches from Skan to Measure Mode when Delta T is less than the M>S Switch 0 to 250 µsec 50 µsec...
In general, the smaller the number of readings, the less steady the display will appear. Complete the following steps to set the response time: IMPORTANT: Do not change this number unless instructed to do so by Panametrics personnel. In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter].
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.8.4 Using Advanced Features This option enables you to access the more advanced features of the meter. In this option you can do the following: enter a table of K factors - to compensate for non-linear flow rates (see below). •...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.8.4.3 Activating Mass Flow Use this option to calculate mass flow from a static fluid density. Complete the following steps to enter the static density of the fluid: IMPORTANT: The Model XGM868i can use a static density from either a single value of density (Rho), or from the live or fixed temperature and pressure inputs, as programmed in the I/O menu, along with a single entered value of Molecular Weight (MW).
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Entering Global Data The Global menu is used to enter information that is not specific to either of the individual channels. Information programmed via this menu is used to compute parameters such as the sum, difference or average of the channel 1 and channel 2 signals (for a 2-Channel meter).
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.1 Entering Global System Data This menu enables you to select the system units that the XGM868i will use when channel data is added, subtracted or averaged together. In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter]. In the PROG menu, scroll to GLOBL and press [Enter].
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.1.2 Selecting Totalizer Units Scroll to the desired Totalizer Units for the totalized flow rate display and press [Enter]. Available units are listed in Table 5 on the previous page. Scroll to the desired number of Tot Decimal Digits (digits to the right of the decimal point in the totalized flow rate display) and press [Enter].
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2 Setting Up Inputs and Outputs Set up the XGM868i’s inputs and outputs via the I/O submenu. While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 30 on page 71 and Figure 31 on page 72. The following three submenus are included in this section: •...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.1 Selecting Error Handling (cont.) Table 7: Error Response Options Option Output Response Totalizer Response HOLD Holds the last “good” reading. Continues to totalize, based on last “good” flow reading. Forces outputs to the low set point. Stops totalizing.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.2 Setting Up Slot 0 and Slot 1 Input/Outputs The Model XGM868i has two built-in analog outputs, which are assigned to Slot 0. Also, a variety of input/output option cards may be installed in Slot 1. See Chapter 1, Installation , of the Startup Guide for a complete description of the available option cards.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Setting Up the Output Scale Scroll to the desired output scale and press [Enter]. Do one of the following: • If you selected Off , the XGM868i returns to the I/O window. Go to Procedure Options on page 24. •...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 9: Available Measurement Parameters Option Bar Description Good AcVOL Displays actual volumetric flow. N.A. N.A. StVOL Displays standard volumetric flow. N.A. N.A. Displays Skan transit time upstream. N.A. N.A. Tu S Displays Skan transit time downstream. N.A.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.4 Analog Inputs Refer to Figure 31 on page 72, and complete the following steps to set up the analog inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1: Accessing the Input In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter]. In the PROG menu, scroll to GLOBL and press [Enter].
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.5 RTD Inputs Option cards with RTD inputs have a temperature range of –148 to 662°F (–100 to 350°C). While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 31 on page 72, and complete the following steps to set up the RTD inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.6 Alarm Relays Refer to Figure 31 on page 72, and complete the following steps to set up the alarm relays of an option card installed in Slot 1: Accessing the Alarm Relay In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter]. In the PROG menu, scroll to GLOBL and press [Enter].
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.6 Alarm Relays (cont.) Selecting the Alarm Type (cont.) Do one of the following: • high or low - proceed to Step 7 below. • fault - proceed to Step 9 below. Scroll to the desired measurement parameter and press [Enter]. (See Table 9 on page 26 for a description of the available options.) Note: The measurement units that appear in these prompts are those selected in the Global-System window...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.7 Totalizer Outputs (cont.) Setting Up the Totalizer Scroll to the desired Channel option and press [Enter]. Scroll to the desired Measurement parameter and press [Enter]. See Table 10 for a list of the available options. Table 10: Output Measurement Options Forward Totalized Volume Flow Reverse Totalized Volume Flow...
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.2.8 Frequency Outputs The frequency output issues a continuous signal with a frequency proportional to the selected measurement. Refer to Figure 31 on page 72, and complete the following steps to set up the totalizer outputs of an option card installed in SLOT 1: Accessing the Frequency Output In the Keypad Program , scroll to PROG and press [Enter].
Enter a Meter Address (between 1 and 127) and press [Enter]. (The default address is 1.) A meter address is necessary for communication with the Panametrics PanaView software. See Appendix C, Programming the XGM868i with PanaView™ , or the PanaView™ User’s Manual (910-211) for more information.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.3.2 Setting Up MODBUS Communications When equipped with an optional MODBUS output card, the XGM868i can transmit flow data serially to a flow computer, or SCADA, using a Gould-type RTU protocol. Thus only the MODBUS function command, 3 (read multiple registers), 6 (write multiple registers) is valid.
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.9.4 Requesting Parameters Using MODBUS To request specific parameters from the XGM868i via the MODBUS, the control system must enter the appropriate register number. Only registers 1 through 90 are available for MODBUS communications, while registers 508 through 512 are used by the XGM868i to store the MODBUS parameters.
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Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 12: MODBUS Registers for a 2-Channel XGM868i Ch1 Std Volumetric #Q DIGITS 4 (IEEE 32 bit) Ch1 Fwd Totals #T DIGITS 4 (2 16 bit int) Ch1 Rev Totals #T DIGITS 4 (2 16 bit int) Ch1 #Tot Digits Ch1 Mass Flow #M DIGITS...
Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Enter the current or default Password and press [Enter]. At the Edit Password prompt, scroll to NO and press [Enter] to leave the password unchanged, or scroll to YES to enter a new password. IMPORTANT: Since the default password is printed in this manual, a new password should be entered. If the password is ever lost, contact the factory for assistance.
Chapter 2. Displaying Data Chapter 2. Displaying Data Introduction This chapter explains how to display measurement data using either of the available methods: LCD Display - show data on the built-in display • PanaView - display data on a computer terminal using the optional PanaView software •...
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.2.2 Programming the LCD (cont.) Scroll to the desired Channel option , as listed in Table 13. Table 13: Channel Options Option Description Channel 1 Channel 2 CH1+CH2 CH1-CH2 (CH1+CH2)/2 For each channel, select the desired Measurement Parameter , as shown in Table 9 on page 26. Note: The measurement units that appear in these prompts are those selected in the GLOBL-SYSTM menu earlier in this manual.
Chapter 2. Displaying Data Displaying Data on a Computer Terminal The flow rate data collected by the XGM868i may be displayed in various formats on a remote computer terminal via the meter’s RS232 serial port. This requires the use of the optional PanaView software. Refer to the instructions below to display data via PanaView.
Chapter 2. Displaying Data Displaying Data on a Computer Terminal (cont.) Proceed directly to the appropriate section for instructions on either of the following output options: • Text Display output, discussed below • Graphing output on page 43 Note: For information on the Logging output, see Chapter 3, Logging Data. 2.3.1 The Text Display Output To collect data from the instrument and display it on a text screen, complete the following steps:...
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.1 The Text Display Output (cont.) The left pane of the Text Display window contains the standard PanaView network tree. Expand this tree as far as necessary, and double click on the desired process parameter to display it in the right pane of the window. Before actual data values can be displayed in the text pane, activate one of the following data collection modes (refer to Figure 3 on page 40): •...
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.1.1 Displaying Multiple Process Parameters The procedure for displaying a single process parameter in a text screen may be repeated to simultaneously display multiple process parameters. To do so, proceed as follows: Display the first process parameter in a text screen, as described in the previous section. Repeat Step 1 for any desired additional process parameters, by double clicking on them in the PanaView network tree.
Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.2 The Graphing Output To collect data from the instrument and display it graphically in a new format, complete the following steps: 2.3.2.1 Setting Up a Graph Perform Steps 1-3 on page 37. Pull down the Output menu and click on the Graphing - New option (see Figure 2 on page 39). The Graph window is stacked on top of any previously opened windows (such as the Meter Browser window).
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.2.2 Graphing Data The PanaView network tree has already been described, and the display pane shows only a graph in the default style with no data points. The bottom right pane enables you to set up the graph. To begin graphing your data, proceed as follows: Expand the network tree as far as necessary and double click on the process parameter to be graphed.
Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.3 Displaying Transducer Signals Along with flow rate data, PanaView enables XGM868i users to read and plot transducer signals from the XGM868i. From the New Meter Browser , highlight the XGM868i. Right-click on the highlighted XGM868i and click on the Properties option, as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5: Properties Option in the New Meter Browser The Properties window opens, as shown in Figure 6.
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.3.1 Reading Transducer Signals To read a signal from the meter, 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 7.
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Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.3.3 Saving Transducer Signals To save the raw signal, click on [Save]. A window opens similar to Figure 9. Enter the desired name, and click on [Save] to save the signal as a text file. Figure 9: Save As Window DigitalFlow™...
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Chapter 3. Logging Data Chapter 3. Logging Data Introduction The XGM868i offers two options for logging data: If the Model XGM868i flowmeter is equipped with an optional data logging card in Slot 2, flow rate data can be • recorded and stored in this memory in the form of a log file . After the specified data has been logged, the log file may be uploaded to PanaView via the RS232 link.
Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.1 Creating a Standard Meter Log To create a standard meter log, complete the following steps: Double-click on the Create Standard Log option.The window now appears similar to Figure 12. Figure 12: Log Location in the Create Standard Log Option PanaView first asks for the Log Location, either flash or non-volatile RAM.
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Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.1 Creating a Standard Meter Log (cont.) PanaView indicates a given StartDate . Double-click on OK to agree to the given day, on Today to start the log that day, or on Edit to change the starting date. •...
Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.2 Creating an Error Log To create an error meter log, complete the following steps: Double-click on the Create Error Log option. PanaView first asks for the Log Location, either flash or non-volatile RAM. Double-click on the desired location. Now type the desired Log Name in the right window, and click [Next Item].
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Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.2 Creating an Error Log (cont.) If you have selected a circular log, PanaView now indicates that the log has been created, and returns to the Note: Log Edit Menu . PanaView indicates a given End Time . Double-click on OK to agree to the given time, on Now to start the log immediately, or on Timed to indicate a specific duration.
Chapter 3. Logging Data Creating PC Logs PC logs are created in a different menu from the meter logs described in the last section. To create a new PC log: Open the Output menu (see Figure 13), and click on the Logging option. Figure 13: Selections in the Logging Option You have two choices: •...
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Chapter 3. Logging Data Creating PC Logs (cont.) Double click on the computer name to advance to the dialog box shown in Figure 15. Figure 15: Log Type Selection Double click on PC Logs to advance to the dialog box shown in Figure 16. Figure 16: Create a PC Log At the dialog box shown in Figure 16, click on the [Create] option button to create a new meter log.
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Chapter 3. Logging Data Creating PC Logs (cont.) Enter a log file name ( “Sample” in this case) in the dialog box shown in Figure 17. Click on the [OK] option button. Figure 17: Log Name Dialog Box At the resulting PC Log window shown in Figure 18, place a check mark in the text box to create a circular log , or leave this box empty to create a linear log.
Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing Meter Log Files After one or more meter log files have been created, the logs may be viewed by using the New Meter Browser : From the New Meter Browser in PanaView, expand the network tree and click on the Meter Logs option. If you have created one or more logs, the tree will appear similar to Figure 19.
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Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing Meter Log Files (cont.) Note: The graph is displayed in its own window, which is opened on top of the Meter Log window. For instructions on using the Graph Log window, refer to the Graphing Output section in Chapter 2 of the PanaView User’s Manual.
Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing PC Log Files After one or more PC log files have been created, the logs may be viewed by using PanaView as follows: You can access PC logs in two ways: • From the New Meter Browser in PanaView, expand the network tree and click on the PC Logs option. If you have created one or more logs, the tree will appear similar to Figure 22.
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Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing PC Logs (cont.) In the Log Browser , after you highlight the name of the desired log file, the following option buttons become available: • [Start] - resumes logging if the log is currently stopped, or [Stop] - stops logging, if the log is currently running •...
Chapter 4. Printing Data Chapter 4. Printing Data Data Types for Printing The Model XGM868i flowmeter has no ability to print any of its data directly. However, any of the data stored in its memory may be printed via the built-in RS232 communications port, using a computer terminal. In order to use the capability, the XGM868i must be linked to the computer terminal with the optional PanaView software.
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Chapter 5. Clearing Data Chapter 5. Clearing Data Introduction This chapter explains how to purge totalized measurements, site data and/or log files from the XGM868i’s memory. Note: For detailed information on creating a log file, see Chapter 3, Logging Data . For detailed information on programming site data, see Chapter 1, Programming Site Data .
Chapter 5. Clearing Data 5.2.2 Clearing Log Files To clear log files from the XGM868i or from the PC’s memory, complete the following steps: From PanaView, click on the Logging option in the Output menu. Then click on the Log Browser option, as shown in Figure 24.
Chapter 5. Clearing Data 5.2.3 Clearing the Totalizers You can clear the XGM868i’s totalizers (i.e., reset specified totalized flow rates to zero) from either the LCD display or from PanaView. (Refer to Figures A-1, A-2, A-3 or A-4 in Appendix A.) To reset totals from the display, complete the following steps: Press [Escape], [Enter], [Escape].
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Appendix A. Menu Maps Appendix A. Menu Maps DigitalFlow™ XGM868i Programming Manual...
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Keypad Pgm. [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) See Service Manual DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL STORE ABORT SYSTM COMM SECUR See Figure 30 ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SET UP CHANNEL LABEL TRANSDUCER NUMBER ZERO CUTOFF See Figure A-2 2-Channel...
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[Esc] [Enter] [Esc] Keypad Program PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) See Service Manual DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL STORE ABORT SECUR SYSTM COMM See Figure 30 ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SET UP See Figure 28 See Figure 28 See Figure 28 See Figure 28 SIGNL...
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[Esc] [Enter] [Esc] Keypad Pgm. PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) See Service Manual DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL See Figures 28 and 29 STORE ABORT SYSTM COMM SECUR METER MESSAGE Meter Address SYSTEM UNITS BAUD RATE ERROR OPTN Metric...
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[Esc] [Enter] [Esc] Keypad Pgm. PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) See Service Manual DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL See Figures 28 and 29 STORE ABORT SECUR SYSTM COMM See Figure 30 See Figure 30 See Figure 30 NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and Error Handling Options...
Appendix B. Data Records Appendix B. Data Records Available Option Cards The Model XGM868i can hold one option card in Slot 1 and one in Slot 2. The available configurations are listed in Table 14. Table 14: Option Card Configurations Card # Slot # Configuration...
Appendix B. Data Records Option Cards Installed Whenever an option card is installed or changed in the Model XGM868i flow transmitter, record the type of card and any additional setup information in the appropriate row of Table 15. Table 15: Option Cards Installed Slot # Type of Option Card Additional Setup Information...
Appendix B. Data Records Setup Data After the Model XGM868i flow transmitter has been installed, setup data must be entered via the User Program prior to operation. Record that information in Table 16. Table 16: Setup Data General Information Model # Serial # Software Vers.
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Appendix B. Data Records Table 16: Setup Data Base Temp. Base Temp. Pressure Input Pressure Input Base Pressure Base Pressure Low Press. Switch Low Press. Switch Pressure Limit Pressure Limit Channel - SETUP - V Averaging Response Time Response Time Channel - SETUP - Advanced Features - Multi K Factors K-Factor # Velocity...
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Appendix B. Data Records Table 16: Setup Data Vol. Units MDOT Dec. Digit Vol. Time Units Mass Totals Vol. Dec. Digits Mass Dec. Digits Global - Input/Output - Error Handling Error Handling 2-Path Error Global - Communications Port Meter Address MOD.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Introduction The Model XGM868i flow transmitter must be properly installed and programmed, as described in the Startup Guide , before it can provide accurate flow rate measurements. After completing the installation and initial setup, use this chapter to program the advanced features of the Model XGM868i’s via the PanaView™...
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.2.2 Setting Up the Communications Port Use the steps below to establish PanaView communications with the XGM868i. Launch PanaView, as discussed in Chapter 3, Initial Setup , of the PanaView User’s Manual . Open the New Meter Browser window in the File menu and expand the network tree.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.2.2 Setting Up the Communications Port (cont.) Click on the Communications Port option to select it. The Setup Communications screen appears similar to Figure 33. Figure 33: Setup Communications Screen Open the Protocol menu (the first of the drop-down menus) and click on IDM . Open the COM Port Type menu and click on the desired type (or on TCP/IP , if the XGM868i is using an Ethernet connection).
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.2.3 Setting up Ethernet Communications If you have selected TCP/IP in step 6 on the previous page, the Setup Communications window appears similar to Figure 34. Figure 34: Setup Communications for TCP/IP Type in the desired Name and Timeout (in milliseconds). In the IP Address text box, enter the IP address.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.2.4 Modifying Ethernet Parameters To establish Ethernet communications with the XGM868i or to modify its IP parameters, you will need to install the Ethernet Device Discovery software utility (available with your XGM868i) on a PC connected to the LAN. Once installed and running, the software displays all Ethernet devices currently connected to the subnet.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Adding the XGM868i To add the XGM868i on the IDM-configured communications port, complete the following steps: Highlight the communication port to which the meter will be added by clicking on it, and then open the Edit menu on the menu bar (if the communication port is not highlighted first, the New Meter option is not active in the Edit menu).
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Adding the XGM868i (cont.) IMPORTANT: The Network ID number must match the Network ID programmed in the meter’s Communications menu. If the initialization is successful, the Meter Browser shows a listing similar to Figure 37. Figure 37: Updated Network Tree However, if the settings do not match, or there is some other difficulty, a screen appears similar to Figure 38.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.4 Entering the User Program Using PanaView Note: Be sure to record all the programming data entered in this chapter in Appendix B, Data Records . Programming of the Status, System, and Pipe submenus of the Channel menu and the Global-System menu are required for basic operation of the Model XGM868i.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Entering the User Program Using PanaView (cont.) Figure 40: Menus in the Edit Functions Option To enter data into the user program, double-click on the Site Edit Menu. The window appears similar to Figure 41 . Note: For a 1-Channel XGM868i, the Channel 2 option does not appear.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Entering the User Program Using PanaView (cont.) Figure 42: Pipe Parameters Option in the Site Edit Menu c. Do one of the following: Click on [ to proceed to the next menu item, or Next Item] Click on [ ] to return back through the menu to a previous item.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5 Entering Data in the Channel Menu The Channel menu is used to enter data specific to each channel. Refer to Figures D-1 through D-3 in Appendix D, PanaView Menu Maps, and remember to record all programming data in Appendix B, Data Records . Note: In this manual, only the programming of Channel 1 will be described.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.2 Entering Data in the Channel System Option From the Channel PROGRAM menu, highlight and double-click on the System option in the center pane. The first prompt asks for the Channel Label. Enter the desired label (in any numeric or text combination up to five characters) in the right pane, and click [Next Item].
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.2a Programming the Mass Flow Option Double-click on the desired Mass Flow units for flow rate display (listed in Table 18). Table 18: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric Pounds Kilograms KiloPounds = Thousands of Tonnes = Metric Tons (1000 KG) Pounds MillionPounds...
For special transducers: Note: Panametrics will supply the information required for steps a and b with the transducers. Double-click on the appropriate Frequency (from 25 kHz to 500 kHz).The frequency is required to transmit an excitation voltage at the transducer’s natural frequency .
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.3b Pipe OD Click on the appropriate Pipe OD Unit type in the center pane from the list shown in Table 19. Then enter the known pipe outside diameter or circumference in the right pane and click [Next Item]. Obtain the required information by measuring either the pipe outside diameter (OD) or circumference at the transducer installation site.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.4 Entering Input/Output Parameters Enter the zero cutoff value and set up the temperature, pressure and quality inputs via the Input/Output submenu. While programming these parameters, refer to Figure 55 on page 129 of Appendix D, PanaView Menu Maps . If an option card in Slot 1 fails to appear in this menu, it may be turned OFF .
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.4 Entering Input/Output Parameters (cont.) C.5.4c Base Temperature Enter the Base Temperature and click [Next Item]. The ratio of this value to the actual temperature is used to cal- culate the standard mass flow rate. Do one of the following: If you selected Pressure as the Input Type, proceed to Pressure Input below.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.5 Entering Setup Parameters The signal limits and response times for the Model XGM868i are specified via the SETUP submenu. While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 57 on page 131 of Appendix D, PanaView Menu Maps . This submenu includes four options: •...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Table 20: Transducer Signal Settings Transducer Signal Default Parameters Range Value Description The E1:LOW SIGNAL error message appears when the signal strength falls below the programmed SIGNAL LOW LIMIT value. See Chapter 2 in Signal Low -20 to 100 Service Manual...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Table 20: Transducer Signal Settings (cont.) Transducer Signal Default Parameters Range Value Description The number of shifts corresponds to the actual number of transmits per cycle (number of signals added together in one direction to # Shifts 0 to 10 produce an averaged signal for one interrogation of the fluid) and...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.5b The Default Setup Option Use this option to initialize (reset) all of the parameters within the Set Up Signal menu back to their default values. Complete the following steps to reset all of the parameters: From the Set Up option menu, highlight and double-click on Default Setup in the center pane.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.5d The Advanced Features Option This option enables you to enable the more advanced features of the meter. In this option you can do the following: • enter a table of K-factors (based on velocity or reynolds number) that compensates for non-linear flow rates •...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.5.5d The Advanced Features Option (cont.) The Mass Flow Option Use this option to calculate mass flow from a static fluid density. Complete the following steps to enter the static density of the fluid: From the Advanced Features option menu, highlight and double-click on Mass flow calculation in the center pane.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6 Entering Data in the Global Menu The Global menu is used to enter information that is not specific to any of the individual channels. Information programmed via this menu is used to enter several general system parameters (e.g., English or metric units). For meters with 2 channels, this menu is also used to compute parameters such as the sum, difference or average of the channel 1 and channel 2 signals.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.1 Entering Global-System Data While completing these instructions, refer to Figure 58 on page 132 in Appendix D, PanaView Menu Maps . In the Site Data Menu , double-click on the Global entry. Highlight and double-click on the System option in the center pane.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.1a Volumetric Units Double-click on the desired Volumetric Units for the flow rate display. Table 21 lists the available units. Table 21: Available Volumetric/Totalizer Units English Metric Actual Cubic Feet Actual Cubic Meters Thousands of ACF Thousands of ACM Millions of ACF...
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.1c Programming Mass Flow Data Double-click on the desired Mass Flow units for flow rate display (listed in Table 22). Table 22: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric Pounds Kilograms KiloPounds Tonne = Metric Tons (1000 KG) (Thousands of Pounds) MillionPounds TONS (2000 LB)
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2a Setting Up Error Handling This menu option lets you set how the XGM868i will handle the outputs for measurements and average (two-path) measurements during an error condition. See Chapter 2, Error Codes , in the Service Manual for a discussion of the built-in error codes.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2b The Error Option Table 24: Error Options and Responses for a 2-Channel Meter Totalizer Response When Error Handling is When Measuring Display Response HOLD LOW, HIGH, HHIGH CH1 or CH2 Holds last “good” reading. Holds last “good”...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2c Setting Up Option Cards The Model XGM868i has two built-in analog outputs, which are assigned to Slot 0. Also, a variety of input/output option cards may be installed in Slot 1. See Chapter 1, Installation , of the Startup Guide for a complete description of the available option cards.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Analog Outputs (cont.) Note: All the options shown below will appear only if Mass Flow is activated. Table 27: Available Measurement Parameters Option Bar Description Good Velocity Displays the flow velocity. N.A. N.A. Volumetric Displays the volumetric flow.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Table 27: Available Measurement Parameters Option Bar Description Good Displays Measure transit time downstream. N.A. N.A. Dn Transit M Displays Measure Delta T. N.A. N.A. Delta T M Vinst Displays the instantaneous velocity. N.A.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2c Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Option Card Analog Inputs Complete the following steps to set up the analog inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 58 on page 132): Double-click on the desired Input (A, B, C or D).
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2c Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Option Card RTD Inputs Option cards with RTD inputs have a temperature range of -148 to 660 F (–100 ° to 350°C). Complete the following steps to set up the RTD inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 58 on page 132): Double-click on the desired Input (A, B, C or D).
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Alarm Relays Complete the following steps to set up the alarm relays of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 58 on page 132): Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D). Note: The set up of alarm A is used here as an example.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2c Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Option Card Totalizer Outputs This type of output issues one pulse per selected volume of flow. The meter produces a pulse each time the programmed amount of flow passes through the pipe. Complete the following steps to set up the totalizer outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1: Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D).
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Frequency Outputs This type of output produces a frequency pulse that is proportional to the output measurement. Complete the following steps to set up the frequency outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (see Figure 58 on page 132): Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D).
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.2d Programming the LCD Through PanaView, you can program the LCD display to display up to four variables in sequence. Complete the following steps to program the LCD display: Note: When you first initialize the XGM868i, the number of LCD parameters is set to OFF. You must program the LCD to display any measured parameters.
Enter a Meter Address number between 1 and 254 and click [Next Item]. The default number is 1. A meter address is only necessary for communication with the Panametrics PanaView software. See the PanaView User’s Manual for more information.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.3b Requesting Parameters Using MODBUS To request specific parameters from the XGM868i via the MODBUS, the control system must access the appropriate register number, as shown in Table 31. Only registers 1–84 are available with the XGM868i for MODBUS communications.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Table 31: MODBUS Registers CH 1 Power Power_u 4 (IEEE 32 bit) CH 1 +Energy Energy_u Register 62 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 -Energy Energy_u Register 62 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 # Energy Digits none 2 (16 bit integer) CH 1 TempS...
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.3b Requesting Parameters Using MODBUS (cont.) Notes: Clear Totalizers: flag from the 8051 to clear totalizers in the 68332 memory. Error Value: see table in XGM868i manual for error codes Average: average of channel 1 and channel 2 if both channels out of error, channel 1 value if channel 2 is in error, channel 2 value if channel 1 is in error, zero if both channels in error.
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Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.3c Activating Security in the Global Menu In order to prevent unauthorized tampering with the flowmeter’s programming, the XGM868i is equipped with a security feature that locks all the keys except [PROG] (which, when pressed, requires the password). When the system is locked, access to the menus will be denied unless the correct password is entered.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.6.3c Activating Security in the Global Menu (cont.) Enter the current or default Password and click [Next Item]. Figure 48: Entering Password At the Lock Out prompt, click UNlck to unlock the system and return to the initial PROGRAM menu, or click LOCK to lock the system.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.8 Saving Site Data The XGM868i holds setup parameters for a single internal site, called Working. Through PanaView, users can store site file data in a PC and reload it into the XGM868i. To save or reload site data via PanaView: In the New Meter Browser , highlight the XGM868i.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ Saving Site Data (cont.) Click on the [Site Files] button. The Site File Operations window (shown in Figure 51) opens. Figure 51: Site File Operations Window C.8.1 Saving Current Site Data to the Meter To save existing site data to the meter: Select the radio button for Selected and highlight an existing site in the left pane.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.8.2 Saving New Site Data to the XGM868i To save new site data to the meter: Select the radio button for New and click on the [Save Site to Meter] button. A window opens similar to Figure 53. Enter the desired name, and click [OK]. Figure 53: Site Name Entry Window 3.
Appendix C. Programming the XGM868i Using PanaView™ C.8.4 Clearing a Site from the Meter As the XGM868i has only one site ( Working) at any time, it is not possible to remove this site. To change site parameters, first save a site to the PC (as discussed in Saving a Site to the PC on the previous page), and then save the site to the XGM868i (as discussed in Saving New Site Data to the XGM868i on the previous page).
Appendix D. PanaView Menu Maps for the XGM868i Appendix D. PanaView Menu Maps for the XGM868i DigitalFlow™ XGM868i Programming Manual...
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FILE New Meter Browser XGM868I Edit Functions SITE EDIT MENU CALIBRATION/TEST PAUSE MEASUREMENT See Service Manual PAUSE: Measure Flow Channel 1 Channel 2* Global MEASURE FLOW STOP MEASUREMENT System Input/Output Security Comm Port See Figure 54 and 55 Status System Pipe Parameters Input/Output SET UP...
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FILE New Meter Browser XGM868I Edit Functions SITE EDIT MENU CALIBRATION/TEST PAUSE MEASUREMENT See Service Manual PAUSE: Measure Flow Channel 1 Channel 2* Global MEASURE FLOW STOP MEASUREMENT System Input/Output Security Comm Port See Figure 54 and 55 Status System Pipe Parameters Input/Output SET UP...
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FILE New Meter Browser XGM868I Edit Functions SITE EDIT MENU CALIBRATION/TEST PAUSE MEASUREMENT See Service Manual PAUSE: Measure Flow Channel 1 Channel 2* Global MEASURE FLOW STOP MEASUREMENT System Input/Output Security Comm Port Meter Address SYSTEM UNITS BAUD RATE Error Handling Options Display Metric...
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FILE New Meter Browser XGS868I Edit Functions SITE EDIT MENU CALIBRATION/TEST PAUSE MEASUREMENT See Service Manual PAUSE: Measure Flow Channel 1 Channel 2* Global MEASURE FLOW STOP MEASUREMENT See Figures 52 and 53 System Input/Output Comm Port Security See Figure 54 See Figure 54 See Figure 54 Error Handling...
Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Introduction 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 32).
Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Configuration Utility Setup The following is an example setup using National Instruments Configuration Utility v3.1. Figure 59 shows the Configuration Utility with a flowmeter on the network (Panametrics Flow-XGM). Figure 59: Configuration Utility Setup Example Note: The following procedures assume that the device has been placed in the OOS (out-of-service) mode before executing.
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Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications This unit will correspond to the unit that is available in the AI block for network connection. The PRIMARY_SELECTOR unit will correspond to ANALOG_INPUT_1 and the SECONDARY_SELECTOR will correspond to ANALOG_INPUT_2. After the desired measurements have been selected for the PRIMARY and SECONDARY SELECTOR, choose the unit system (UNIT_SELECTOR above the PRIMARY_SELECTOR) that was programmed in the flowmeter (English or SI).
Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Selecting Units for AI Blocks To select the units for the individual AI blocks: Double click on the AI block for which you wish to set the units (ANALOG_INPUT_1 or ANALOG_INPUT_2 in the tree under GEFlow-XGM; see Figure 59 on page 134). Select the Scaling tab and set the unit for the measurement based on the flowmeter settings.
Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Resetting Instrument Totalizers To reset the instrument totalizers: Double click on the FLOW transducer block (in the tree under GEFlow-XGM; see Figure 59 on page 134). Select the Others tab and scroll down to the CLEAR_TOTALIZERS listing. Select Clear from the drop down list box (see Figure 62).
Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Function Block Application Figure 63 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.
Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types GF868, GS868, GM868, XGF868i, XGM868i, and Model XGS868i 1 --General Is the Device registered at the Fieldbus Foundation (Yes/No)
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types Device Description File Name (.ffo and .sym) and rev 0203 Capabilities File Name and rev 020101.cff Methods (list all methods available) none 3- Physical...
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types Special Features Detailed errors, supported modes, revision id and date 7 - Transducer Blocks Transducer Blocks based on which latest version of FF-902 FS 1.4...
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types 1142 - pounds per square inch absolute 1143 - pounds per square inch gauge 1324 - kilogram per hour 1360 - standard cubic feet per minute 1361 - standard cubic feet per hour 1526 - Standard cubic meter (20°...
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types 1332 - pound per hour 1333 - pound per day 1334 - short ton per second 1335 - short ton per minute 1336 - short ton per hour...
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types 34013 - Millions of pounds per second 34014 - millions of standard cubic feet 34015 - Millions of Standard cubic feet per day 34016 - Millions of Standard cubic feet per hour...
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Appendix F. Foundation Fieldbus Tables Table 33: Panametrics Fieldbus Device Capability, XGX868 Family of Meter Types 34045 - Thousands of Standard cubic meters per hour 34046 - Thousands of Standard cubic meters per minute 34047 - Thousands of Standard cubic meters per second Channel 2 - “Primary Value”/”Secondary...
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Index Symbols Channel Menu +MASS ........... . 23 I/O Submenu in PanaView .
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Index Down Arrow Key ..........3 Input/Output (Channel) DT M.
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Index Meter Logs, Creating ........49 Pipe Parameters MODBUS Communications Axial Length .
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Index Site Data Totalizer Card, Setting Up in PanaView ....114 Clearing ......... . . 63, 126 Totalizer Outputs Printing to PC .
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