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Products Solutions Services BA01683F/97/EN/03.20 71505545 Operating Instructions Nivotester FTR525 Process transmitter with control unit for the Soliwave microwave barrier...
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7.2.1 Structure of the operating menu ..... 21 12.1 General notes ............55 7.2.2 Operating philosophy ........ 21 12.2 Endress+Hauser services ......... 55 7.2.3 Access concept ........... 22 12.3 Return ............... 55 Access to the operating menu via the local 12.4 Disposal ..............55 display ...............
Nivotester FTR525 Document information Document information 1�1 Purpose of the document These Operating Instructions contain all the information that is required in the various phases of the life cycle of the device: from product identification, incoming acceptance and storage, to mounting, connection, operation and commissioning through to troubleshooting, servicing and disposal.
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ATEX II (1)G [Ex ia Ga] IIC / XA01603F/97/A3 ATEX II (1)D [Ex ia Da] IIIC IECEx [Ex ia Ga] IIC / IECEx [Ex ia Da] IIIC XA01604F/97/EN The document types listed are available: • In the Download Area of the Endress+Hauser website: www.endress.com → Downloads Endress+Hauser...
Basic safety instructions Nivotester FTR525 Basic safety instructions 2�1 Requirements for personnel The personnel for installation, commissioning, diagnostics and servicing must meet the following requirements: ‣ Trained, qualified specialists: Must be qualified for this specific function and task ‣ Authorized by the plant owner/operator ‣...
It meets the general safety standards and legal requirements. It also complies with the EU directives listed in the device-specific EU Declaration of Conformity. Endress+Hauser confirms this by affixing the CE mark to the device.
See the Technical Information TI01330F/97/EN and the Operating Instructions BA01803F/97/A2. 3�1 Product design All variants of the Nivotester FTR525 are mechanically identical (→ 6 on page 14), they only differ regarding type and number of signal outputs and consequently the number of terminal block connectors. Transmitter...
(2)? Are the goods undamaged? Do the data on the nameplate correspond to the order specifications and the delivery note? If one of the conditions is not satisfied, contact your Endress+Hauser Sales Center. 4.2 Product identification The following options are available for identification of the device: •...
Incoming acceptance and product identification Nivotester FTR525 4�3 Nameplate Nivotester FTR525 Order code: Ext. ord. cd.: Ser.-No.: → 3 Example of a nameplate 1 Order code 2 Extended order code 3 Serial number 4 Electrical connection information (inputs and outputs, supply voltage, etc.) 5 Firmware 6 Degree of protection 7 Text for approval (optional) 8 Ambient temperature range 9 Date of manufacture: Year-month...
Nivotester FTR525 Installation Installation 5�1 Installation conditions Reduction in the operating life of the display due to high temperatures ‣ Ensure sufficient cooling of the device in order to prevent the build-up of heat. ‣ Do not operate the device for long periods of time in the upper marginal temperature range.
Installation Nivotester FTR525 5�1�3 Installation dimensions Observe the width to be provided for the device of 45 mm (1.77 in). 45 (1.77) 118 (4.65) mm (in) 5 Installation dimensions 5�2 Installing the device Installation procedure: Slide the upper top-hat rail clip upwards and the lower clip downwards until they reach the points at which they click into place.
Nivotester FTR525 Installation 5�3 Post-installation check Is the top-hat rail clicked into place? Is the device positioned securely on the top-hat rail? Are all plug-in terminals securely clicked into place? Are the temperature limits complied with at the installation location?
Electrical connection Nivotester FTR525 Electrical connection Danger due to electric voltage ‣ The entire process of electrical connection must be carried out while the system is de- energized. ‣ Before commissioning, compare the supply voltage to the specifications on the nameplate to ensure that they match.
Nivotester FTR525 Electrical connection 6�2 Connecting the device FQR57 FDR57 FTR525 L/+ N/- 7 Terminal assignment of the microwave barrier with process transmitter A Power supply B Switch output 1 (Relay or SSR) C Switch output 2 (Relay or SSR, optional) D Current output E Switch output (open collector) 6.2.1 Connecting the power supply L+ L+ N- N- 8 Terminal for the power supply Terminal assignment Power supply: • 24 to 230 V DC (-15 % / +10 %) N/−...
Electrical connection Nivotester FTR525 6.2.2 Connecting the microwave barrier 6 7 8 nc 9 Terminals for the microwave barrier FQR57/FDR57 Terminal assignment FTR525 Terminal assignment FQR57/FDR57 (‒) These two plug-in terminals (connection with the FQR57 transmitter and FDR57 transceiver of the Soliwave microwave barrier) can be in any position.
Operating options Nivotester FTR525 Operating options 11 Display and operating options 1 Supply voltage LED (green) 2 Fault/alarm LED (red) 3 Relay/SSR output 1 LED (yellow) 4 Relay/SSR output 2 LED (yellow), optional 5 In-plant interface 6 Operating keys 7 Display 7.1 Overview of operating options The device is operated via the three buttons integrated into the front. Meaning • Open the configuration menu •...
Nivotester FTR525 Operating options 7�2 Structure and function of the operating menu 7�2�1 Structure of the operating menu Measured value 0000 Diagnostics Application System + 1000 2000 3000 Function Function Function ...
Operating options Nivotester FTR525 7�2�3 Access concept Access is possible for three users with corresponding authorisation: • Maintainer (Default on delivery) • Operator (is created by an entered unlock parameter by the maintainer) • Expert (always available, fixed unlock parameter)
Nivotester FTR525 Operating options 7�3 Access to the operating menu via the local display 7�3�1 Operational display (initialization) -8.8.8.8.8 Grenzstand 1 13 Initialization display 1 Dot matrix display for Tag, bar graph, unit, switch point, etc. 2 Measuring channel display: 1M = limit level detection; 2M = bulk flow detection 3 Measured value or function/function group number display 4 Operation lock display 5 Minimum/maximum value display 7�3�2 Measured value display Grenzstand 1 ▴...
Operating options Nivotester FTR525 7�3�3 Function/function group display 2000 ▸ Application ▾ 15 Function (groups) display 1 Main function group symbol 2 Reference to lower-order functions or function groups 3 Function/function group number 4 R eference to additional functions/function groups or selection options: ▴ Additional function/function group or selection option, previous ▾ Additional function/function group or selection option, next 5 Function/function group designation Example: Switching from the measured value display to function 2111 "Automatic setup" Grenzstand 1 ▴ ▴ 2000 ▸ Application ▾...
Nivotester FTR525 Operating options 7�3�4 Minimum/maximum value display Grenzstand 1 The following applies for the display of the minimum/maximum value: • After is pressed, the measured value display switches to the display for the minimum value, and pressing this button again will switch to the display for the maximum value (in reverse order in the case of ).
Brief Operating Instructions available in the following sections. 8.2 Switching on the measuring device The Nivotester FTR525 is powered up by connecting the supply voltage. The local display automatically switches from the start-up display to the measured value display after successfully starting up.
Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8.4 Configuring the measuring device Configuration includes application-specific settings (such as basic adjustment), assignment and the behavior of the outputs (such as switch-on and switch-off points) as well as the behavior of the display (such as the operating language and display mode).
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning Example: Current measured value within the Current measured value at the set detection range limit of the set detection range 2 1 1 2 Current measured value outside Max. detection range of the set detection range Set detection range 17 Manual adjustment lower limit (LL) level limit detection display with examples...
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Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 2 1 13 19 Manual adjustment upper limit (UL) 1 Current measured value 2 Set detection range (= 0-100% of signal output) 3 Percentage value for the upper limit relative to the maximum possible detection range 4 Upper limit (adjustable using this function) 8�4�1�4 Level limit detection damping Application Sensor Limit detection Damping → → → 2000 2100 2110 2114 It is possible, for instance in the case of very turbulent processes, to steady the measuring signal.
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8�4�1�7 Manual adjustment upper limit (UL) motion detection Application Sensor Motion detection Manual adjustment UL → → → 2000 2100 2120 2123 This function can be used to change the upper limit of the set detection range of the motion detection (function 2113 →...
Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8�4�2 Output adjustments The following functions are used to adjust the signal outputs, among others the assignment and the behavior of the relay/SSR and current outputs. Example: Backlog monitoring A typical application for microwave barriers with integrated bulk flow detection is the monitoring of shafts, chutes or similar regarding material flow and backlog.
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8.4.2.1 Switching contact 1 assignment Application Assignment outputs Switching output 1 → → 2000 2200 2210 This function is used to assign switching contact 1 (relay or SSR) to measuring channel 1 (limit, 1M), measuring channel 2 (motion, 2M) or the fault state.
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Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8�4�2�5 4 mA value of the magnify Application Current output 4mA value → → 2000 2300 2320 This function is used to enter the percentage value for the lower limit (4 mA) while the magnify is enabled (function 2310).
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8�4�2�8 Fixed value for the current output in the event of an error Application Current output Fixed value → → 2000 2300 2350 This function is used to enter the current value to be put out in the event of an error while "Fixed value"...
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Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8�4�2�12 Switch-on delay switching output 1 Application Switching outputs Switching output 1 Switch-on delay output1 → → → 2000 2400 2410 2414 This function can be used to define a switch-on delay for switching output 1. While this delay is enabled, the measured value must be above the switch-on point (function 2412) for at least the set time before the switching output is activated.
Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8.4.2.16 Switch-off point switching output 2 Application Switching outputs Switching output 2 Switch-off point output 2 → → → 2000 2400 2420 2423 In this function the switching point of switching output 2, below which the switching output is deactivated, is defined (function 2413 → 35). 8.4.2.17 Switch-on delay switching output 2...
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Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 The selection options marked with a * are only available for the FTR525 with optional bulk flow detection. Option Description % limit (1M) The percentage value of the level limit detection (measuring channel 1, 1M) is displayed.
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning Option Description Bargraph alternating (1M/2M)* The percentage values and associated bargraph for measuring channel 1 (1M) and measuring channel 2 (2M) are displayed in an alternating display (display duration Grenzstand 1 approx. 5 seconds each time). ↓↑ 5 seconds...
Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8�4�3�7 Brightness setting System Display Brightness → → 3000 3500 3560 This function is used to set the display brightness. Options: 1 (low brightness) to 7 (high brightness) 8�5 Configuration management Following commissioning of the microwave barrier, it is possible to save the current device configuration of the FTR525 or restore an existing device configuration, using the following functions.
Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8�6�1 Simulation mode Diagnose Simulation Simulation mode → → 1000 1700 1710 This function is used to activate or deactivate the different simulation modes (measured values and signal outputs). Options: "Off", "Measurement limit 0-100%", "Measurement motion 0-100%", "Current output", "Switching contact 1", "Switching contact 2", "Failure contact"...
Commissioning Nivotester FTR525 8�7 Protecting settings from unauthorised access The following means guard against unauthorised access of the device configuration after commissioning: • Write protection by key lock • Write protection by change of user 8�7�1 Key lock By pressing the key for a minimum of 3 seconds, the key lock is activated, and the note "Key lock on"...
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Nivotester FTR525 Commissioning 8�7�2�3 Define unlock parameter System Management User management Define unlock parameter → → → 3000 3100 3120 3123 This function is used to define an unlock parameter to establish the new user Operator with limited access rights. Options: A ... Z, 0 ... 9 (max. 16 digits) •...
9�3 Analysis The following functions can be used to analyse the settings of the measuring system, consisting of the Soliwave microwave barrier and the Nivotester FTR525. 9�3�1 Signal strength limit (1M) Application Application analysis Signal strength limit (1M) →...
Nivotester FTR525 Operation Through analysis of the signal strength over a longer period of time (also in conjunction with minimum and maximum values in function 2510), the following conclusions may be drawn: Display Analysis The limit level detection is adjusted reasonably well: • In this case, the usable detection range generally equals the preset detection range.
Operation Nivotester FTR525 9�4 Show data logging Using the following functions, the minimum and maximum measured values since the last switching-on of the FTR525 can be displayed and even deleted, if so desired. 9�4�1 Min/Max limit (1M) Application Application analysis Min/Max limit (1M) →...
Nivotester FTR525 Diagnostics and troubleshooting Diagnostics and troubleshooting 10�1 General troubleshooting For local display Fault Possible causes Remedial action Local display dark and no No contact between Check the connection of the output signals connecting cables and cables and correct if necessary...
Diagnostics and troubleshooting Nivotester FTR525 10�2 Diagnostic information via LEDs The red fault/alert LED (→ 11 on page 20) lights up if the device detects an error, the failure contact (C+/C-) is activated. In combination with the error message (see 10.3), the specific fault can be determined.
Nivotester FTR525 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 10�4�2 Previous diagnostics Diagnostics Previous diagnostics → 1000 1200 This function is used to display the previous error (code with short message). 10�4�3 Erase previous diagnostics Diagnostics Erase previous diagnostics → 1000 1300 This function is used to erase the previous logged error (code with short message).
Nivotester FTR525 10�7 Device information The following functions can be used to display information about device and current status. 10.7.1 Device identification Nameplate of the Nivotester FTR525 → 3 on page 12 10�7�1�1 FTR serial number System Information FTR FTR serial number →...
Nivotester FTR525 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 10.7.1.8 FDR firmware version System Information FDR FDR firmware version → → 3000 3300 3340 This function displays the firmware version of the connected FDR57. 10.7.1.9 FDR hardware version System Information FDR FDR hardware version → → 3000 3300 3350 This function displays the hardware version of the connected FDR57.
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Diagnostics and troubleshooting Nivotester FTR525 10�7�2�2 Current temperature of the FTR525 Diagnostics Temperature FTR Current temperature → → 1000 1400 1410 This function displays the current temperature at the FTR525. • This and the following functions can be used to analyse temperatures on the devices of the measuring system with current error codes F401 to F403 (→...
Nivotester FTR525 Diagnostics and troubleshooting 10�7�2�9 Minimum temperature of the FQR57 Diagnostics Temperature FQR Minimum temperature → → 1000 1600 1620 This function displays the minimum temperature at the FQR57. 10�7�2�10 Maximum temperature of the FQR57 Diagnostics Temperature FQR Maximum temperature →...
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Various accessories are available for the device, and can be ordered with the device or at a later stage from Endress+Hauser. Detailed information on the order code in question is available from your local Endress+Hauser Sales Center or on the product page of the Endress+Hauser website: www.endress.com.
Nivotester FTR525 Technical data Technical data 14�1 Input 14�1�1 Measured variable Acquisition of measurements of the limit and optionally the motion detection of the Soliwave microwave barrier 14�1�2 Measurement cycle 250 ms 14�1�3 Galvanic isolation Galvanic isolation among each output and the power supply 14�2...
Technical data Nivotester FTR525 14�3�2 Power consumption Max. 15 VA / 7 W 14�4 Installation 14�4�1 Installation position Installation on top-hat rail acc. to IEC 60715 14�4�2 Installation orientation → 13 14�5 Environment 14�5�1 Ambient temperature The life-time of the display is shortened when operated in the upper temperature range ‣ To avoid heat accumulation, always make sure the device is sufficiently cooled.
The device meets the legal requirements of the applicable EC guidelines. These are listed in the corresponding EC Declaration of Conformity together with the standards applied. Endress+Hauser confirms successful testing of the device by affixing to it the CE mark. 15�7�2 Ex approval The process transmitter with control unit FTR525, as an associated apparatus, is only permissible exclusively for use outside of the hazardous area.
16.1 User-specific settings User-specific settings The order option for Nivotester FTR525 with user-specific settings requires that all necessary parameters and options are mentioned. Whereever informations are missing, default values will be used. This completed form must be supplied with every order.
Nivotester FTR525 Appendix 16�2 Operating menu The following table gives an overview of all functions of the operating menu and their relevant access rights. • User: E - Expert, M - Maintainer, O - Operator • Access concept → 22...
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Nivotester FTR525 Appendix Access rights Function/function group - designation Factory setting 2400 Switching outputs 2410 Switching output 1 2411 Switching function Max.safety output 1 2412 Switch-on point 50 % output 1 2413 Switch-off point 40 % output 1 ...
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Appendix Nivotester FTR525 Access rights Function/function group - designation Factory setting 3000 System 3100 Management 3110 Device management 3111 Tag − 3112 Save user settings − 3113 Device reset − 3120 User management ...
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Nivotester FTR525 Appendix Access rights Function/function group - designation Factory setting 3400 Information FQR 3410 FQR serial number 3420 FQR order code 3430 FQR order identifier 3440 FQR firmware version 3450 FQR hardware version ...
Nivotester FTR525 Index Index Operating philosophy Operating temperature range Access concept Accessories Operation Ambient temperatures Operation time Order code Analysis Outputs Automatic setup 28, 30 Parallel mode Brightness Power consumption Power supply Configuration 40 Previous diagnostics Connection lines Product design...
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