Precision Digital Corporation ProtEX-RTP PD6830 Series Instruction Manual

Precision Digital Corporation ProtEX-RTP PD6830 Series Instruction Manual

Explosion-proof pulse input rate / totalizer
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PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer
Instruction Manual
• Fully-Approved Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer
• Pulse, Open Collector, NPN, PNP, TTL, Switch Contact, Sine Wave (Coil), Square Wave, Isolated Inputs
• 0.7" (17.8 mm) 5 Digits Upper Display for Rate or Total
• 0.4" (10.2 mm) 7 Alphanumeric Characters Lower Display for Rate, Total, Grand Total, Units, and Tag
• Display Mountable at 0°, 90°, 180°, & 270°
• SafeTouch Through-Glass Button Programming
• 13-Digit Totalizer with Total Overflow Feature
• Gate Function for Rate Display of Slow Pulse Rates
• K-Factor, Scaling, or Live Input Calibration with 32-Point Linearization
• Automatic Rate, Total, and Grand Total Unit Conversions
• Backlight Standard on All Models
• Isolated 4-20 mA Output for Rate, Total, or Grand Total
• Two Isolated Open Collector Pulse Outputs, Up to 5 kHz
• Battery, DC, or Output Loop-Powered Models
• Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)
• FM Approved as Explosion-Proof / Dust-Ignition Proof / Flame-Proof
• CSA Certified as Explosion-Proof / Dust-Ignition Proof / Flame-Proof
• ATEX and IECEx Certified as Flame-Proof and Protection by Enclosure
• Conformal Coated PCBs for Dust and Humidity Protection
• Password Protection
• On-Board Data Logging of up to 1024 points
• Free Meterview EX Programming Software
• Modbus Communications Isolated RS-485 Option
• Wide Viewing Angle
• Flanges for Wall or Pipe Mounting
• Explosion-Proof, IP68, NEMA 4X Die-Cast Aluminum Enclosure
• Three 3/4" NPT Threaded Conduit Openings (One Plug Installed)
• 2" U-Bolt Kits Available
• Stainless Steel Tag Available
• 3-Year Warranty
PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION
233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA
Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990
www.predig.com

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  • Page 1 • Three 3/4" NPT Threaded Conduit Openings (One Plug Installed) • 2" U-Bolt Kits Available • Stainless Steel Tag Available • 3-Year Warranty PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Limited Warranty Precision Digital Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. Precision Digital’s liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.
  • Page 3: Ordering Information

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Ordering Information PDA1024-01 24 VDC Power Supply Model Description 9-30 VDC Powered, Constant PD6830-AP0-0 Backlight, 2 Pulse Outputs 9-30 VDC Powered, Constant PD6830-APA-0 Backlight, Isolated 4-20 mA Output, 2 Pulse Outputs Battery Powered , or DC-Powered The PDA1024-01 is a DIN rail mounted 1.5 A, PD6830-BM0-0...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction ......................2 Ordering Information ..................3 Specifications ..................... 6 General ......................6 Rate Input ......................7 Rate/Totalizer ....................7 4-20 mA Transmitter Output ................8 Open Collector Output ................... 8 Serial Communications .................
  • Page 5 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Advanced Features Menu ................28 Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages ......... 28 Open Collector Outputs (OUTPUT) .............. 31 Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout) ..........33 Gate Function (GATE) ................. 33 Contact Debounce Filter (FILTER) .............
  • Page 6: Specifications

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Specifications Battery 3.6 V Primary Lithium (Li-SOCl2), non-rechargeable Model PDABAT36C Expected Service Life & Recommended Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C. General Replacement Interval Operating Estimated Suggested Display Five digits, (0-99999), Condition Service Replacement...
  • Page 7: Rate Input

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Connections Screw terminals accept 12 to 22 AWG wire Calibration Range Input 1 signal must be ≥ 1 Hz; input 2 signal may be set anywhere above Enclosure NEMA 4X, IP68 Explosion-proof die cast input 1 setting.
  • Page 8: 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Open Collector Output Total Overflow The total can display up to And Rollover 9,999,999,999,999. Up to 9,999,999 can be displayed on the lower display Output Two open collector pulse outputs Out 1 normally. An overflow display will toggle Assignment and Out 2.
  • Page 9: Meterview Ex Programming Software

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual MeterView EX Programming Software System Windows® 7/8/10 (Windows 32-bit or Requirements 64-bit operating systems) Communications PDA8068 Meter-to-USB Adapter, PDA7485-I RS-232 to RS-485 Isolated Converter (Cable not included), PDA8485-I USB to RS-485 Isolated Converter (Cable not included). Protocol Modbus RTU Meter Address...
  • Page 10: Product Ratings And Approvals

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Product Ratings and Approvals Electromagnetic Compatibility Emissions EN 61326-1 Explosion-proof for use in: Safety requirements for measurement, Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and D control, and laboratory use – Industrial Dust-ignition proof for use in: Group 1 Class A ISM emissions Class II/III, Division 1, Groups E, F and G;...
  • Page 11: Unpacking

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual • Do not attempt to loosen or remove flange bolts • Installation and service should be performed only while the meter is in service. by trained service personnel. Service requiring replacement of internal components must be performed at the factory.
  • Page 12: Cover Jam Screw

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Cover Jam Screw • Observe all safety regulations. Electrical wiring The cover jam screw should be properly installed should be performed in accordance with all once the meter has been wired and tested in a safe agency requirements and applicable national, environment.
  • Page 13: Wiring Diagrams

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Wiring Diagrams Input Signal Connections Signal connections are made to a barrier terminal Power mounted in the base of the enclosure. Input level and Supply type are configured using the slide switches on the SENSOR bottom of the display module as shown in the lower 100 kOhm...
  • Page 14: External Total Reset Connection

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual External Total Reset Connection RS-485 Serial Connections External total reset connections are made between The meter may include an optional RS-485 two-wire RST and COM. Connect to a contact closure source serial connection. The cabling used for an RS-485 such as a relay or a pushbutton as shown in Figure 12.
  • Page 15: Battery Replacement

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setup and Programming Battery Replacement Battery-equipped models have a battery charge moni- There is no need to recalibrate the meter for frequency tor. When the battery is nearing the end of its capacity in Hz when first received from the factory.
  • Page 16: Safetouch Buttons

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual SafeTouch Buttons SafeTouch Button Tips and Troubleshooting The PD6830 is equipped with four sensors that oper- ate as through-glass buttons so that it can be pro- The SafeTouch Buttons are designed to filter normal grammed and operated without removing the cover levels of ambient interference and to protect against (and exposing the electronics) in a hazardous area.
  • Page 17: Buttons And Display

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Buttons and Display Menu Button • Hold the Menu SafeTouch button when in power save mode (display will show ) to MENU ENTER awaken SafeTouch buttons. • Press the Menu button to enter Programming Mode.
  • Page 18: Setting Numeric Values

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting Numeric Values Main Menu The numeric values are set using the Right and Up The main menu separates the most commonly used arrow buttons. Press Right arrow to select next digit functions in the Setup menu, and more complex fea- and Up arrow to increment digit.
  • Page 19: Setup Menu Display Functions & Messages

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setup Menu Display Functions Display Parameter Action/Setting & Messages Pulses/hectoliter Set K-Factor in pulses per P/HECtL hectoliter The meter displays various functions and messages Set K-Factor custom unit Pulses/custom P/CUST during setup, programming, and operation. The fol- lowing table shows the main menu functions and Set the number of K-Factor...
  • Page 20: Setting Up The Meter (Setup)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting x1000 (k) Select x1,000 multiplier Rate & units Display the rate and rate X1000 k RaTe+RU with k unit prefix units Select x1,000,000 Display the rate and x1.0*10 Rate &...
  • Page 21: Selecting Input Type (Input)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Selecting Input Type (Input) Seven input types may be set. See Rate Input specifi- cations on page 7 for electrical specifications of the inputs. The following input types may be selected: Active (activ) Active square wave pulse inputs NPN (NPN) Internal pull-up resistor on S+ for NPN inputs...
  • Page 22: Entering The K-Factor (Factr)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Entering the K-Factor (Factr) Display Units (Units) The meter may be scaled using the K-Factor, or con- The Units menu is used to select the display rate units version factor, function. Most flowmeter manufactur- and time (example: Gal/s) and the display units for ers provide this information with the device.
  • Page 23 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting the Time Base (tbase) Setting the Rate Display Units (rateU) The meter calculates rate based on rate time base and rate display units. The time base is the unit of Rate is displayed in terms of a unit of volume, and a time used to calculate the rate, and can be set as time base.
  • Page 24 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Total Units (tot U) Grand Total Units (GtotU) This menu is used to select the display units for the This menu is used to select the display units for the total. The base unit and a multiplier prefix are select- grand total.
  • Page 25 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Automatic Unit Conversions Custom Units Rate Conversion Factor (ratCF) When switching from any standard unit of rate, total, or grand total to any other standard unit, automatic The rate conversion factor is only used when the Units unit conversions are performed by the meter.
  • Page 26: Setting The Decimal Point (Dec. P T)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting the Decimal Point (dec. P T) Rate decimal point may be set with up to four decimal places or with no decimal point at all. Total decimal point may be set with up to six decimal places or with no decimal point at all.
  • Page 27: Configuring The Display (Dsply)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Configuring the Display (Dsply) Custom Tag (TAG) The top and bottom displays can be independently When the bottom display selected includes a custom programmed to display selected information. tag, a User menu will then allow a custom tag to be programmed.
  • Page 28: Advanced Features Menu

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Advanced Features Menu Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages To simplify the setup process, functions not needed The following table shows the Advanced features for most applications are located in the Advanced menu functions and messages in the order they ap- Features menu.
  • Page 29 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Total Reset Enter the time of day to time Grand total Set grand total as output Grtot reset the total Time variable output hh.mm (Default: 00.00 Output display 1 value Display 1 Dsp 1 midnight)
  • Page 30 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting All log view View all data log points LOGVIEW Go to specific log number Log number LOG NUM All erase Erase all logs ERASE Erase? Confirm to erase all logs Erase? Backlight Enable or disable...
  • Page 31: Open Collector Outputs (Output)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Open Collector Outputs (OUTPUT) Output 1 and 2 Setup (OUT 1, OUT 2) The meter is equipped with two NPN open collector The function of open collector output 1 and 2 is con- outputs that may be set up for pulse outputs, alarms, figured using the Off, Pulse, Alarm, Timer, and Total timed pulses, or turned off.
  • Page 32 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Alarm Output (alrm) Total & Grand Total Pulse Output (Total, Grtot) Alarm outputs may be assigned to rate, total, or grand A total and grand total based pulse output is a factor total; or be forced on or off. of the associated total and count (output InvK-Factor).
  • Page 33: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Timer Output (tmer) The timer output produces a constant width pulse at a Please note that when power is removed from the • constant rate. Program the Delay Period from 0.1 to meter, the analog output will drop below 1 mA. 999999.9 seconds (time from the start of one pulse to •...
  • Page 34: Scaling & Calibration (Scalcal)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Scaling & Calibration (SCALCAL) Scaling the Meter (SCale) It is very important to read the following information, The pulse input can be scaled to display the process before proceeding to program the meter: variable in engineering units.
  • Page 35 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Pulse Input Time Unit (Time UNIT) The multi-point linearization feature (nopts) can be used to linearize the display for non-linear signals. This is the time component for the engineering units of For instructions on how to utilize this feature, see the display values being entered.
  • Page 36: Total Reset (T Reset)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Error Message (Error) Manual or Automatic Total Reset An error message indicates that the calibration or scaling Function (t rST) process was not successful. After the error message is For manual reset, select T RESET  t rst  man displayed, the meter reverts to input 2 during calibra- and then select whether manual reset will be enabled tion or scaling, allowing the appropriate input signal to...
  • Page 37 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Manual or Automatic Grand Grand Total Automatic Reset & Grand Total Alarm Total Reset Function (GtrST) The T DELAY parameter is used by the NPN open For manual reset, select T RESET  Gtrst  man collector outputs when they are programmed as grand and then select whether manual reset will be enabled total alarms.
  • Page 38: Setting Up Passwords (Passwrd)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Setting Up Passwords (PASSWRD) Password Restricting Total & Grand Total Reset The Password menu is used to program a five-digit password to prevent unauthorized changes to the To restrict resetting of the total, enter the Password programmed parameter settings, to restrict the ability menu, select Pass T, and program a five-digit pass- to reset the total and grand total, and to permanently...
  • Page 39 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Non-Resettable Grand Total The grand total may be configured to be a non- Non-Resettable Grand Total Locked Menus & Parameters resettable grand total. This is a permanent setting. Configuring the grand total as a non-resettable grand Display Parameter/Me Action/Setting Locked...
  • Page 40: Custom Menu (Custom)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Custom Menu (CUSTOM) The Custom menu is used to modify the initial pro- Custom Menu Parameters gramming menus that appear in the Main Menu when Display Parameter/Menu Action the Menu button is pressed in Run Mode. Set no menu position display None NONE...
  • Page 41: System (System)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual System (SYSTEM) Data Log Setup (DATALOG) The system function is used to set the real time clock, The Data Log menu is used to setup and enable the set the data logger times, enable/disable the backlight, data log functions.
  • Page 42 PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual View Data Log (LOGVIEW) Backup & Restore (BACKUP) The Log View menu allows on-screen browsing of the The meter saves all parameter settings, and no data log points stored in the meter. Data points may reprogramming is necessary when power is lost and be navigated by viewing the log number, date and restored to the meter.
  • Page 43: Serial Communications (Comm)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Battery Power Symbol Alert Serial Communications (COMM) (BAT SYM) The Communications menu is used to setup serial communications parameters necessary for communi- The Battery Power Symbol Alert menu is used to en- cation via Modbus. able or disable the battery alert symbol on the display.
  • Page 44: Operation

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Operation SafeTouch Button Operation To actuate a button, press and remove one finger to Front Panel Buttons Operation the glass directly over the marked button area. Remove finger to at least 4 inches away from the window in between button activations.
  • Page 45: Grand Total Reading (Grtotal)

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual SafeTouch Button Equalize Delay The SafeTouch buttons are designed to constantly recali- brate for ambient conditions. When the cover position is changed, the cover is removed, or an object is removed that was placed over the front window, it may take a mo- ment for the SafeTouch buttons to recalibrate to the change in conditions.
  • Page 46: Reset Meter To Factory Defaults

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Reset Meter to Factory Defaults Parameter Display Default User Setting Setting Reset to factory defaults will restore most meter pa- Top Display Rate rameters to their factory default setting. Bottom Total BOTNm Display When the parameters have been changed in a way Advanced Features that is difficult to determine what’s happening, it might...
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Certain sequences of events can cause unexpected results. To solve these issues, it is best to start fresh from factory defaults and use the manual as a step by step programming guide, rather than a random approach to programming. See Reset Meter to Factory Defaults on page 46 for details on resetting the meter to factory defaults.
  • Page 48: Quick User Interface Reference

    PD6830 Explosion-Proof Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Instruction Manual Quick User Interface Reference Cycle Rate, Total, Grand Total, Max/Min, Previous Pushbutton Function Totals on Lower Display Go to Programming mode, back While in Run Mode, pressing Display will cycle the out one level of programming. rate, total, grand total, max/min, previous total &...
  • Page 49: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    ATEX Quality Assurance Notification No.: SIRA 10 ATEX M462 ATEX Notified Body for Quality Assurance: CSA Group Netherlands B.V., NB 2813 Utrechtseweg 310 6812 AR, Arnhem, Netherlands Signed for and on behalf of Precision Digital Corporation: Name: Jeffrey Peters Company: Precision Digital Corporation Title:...
  • Page 50 Email: sales@predig.com Place Orders Email: orders@predig.com For the latest version of this manual please visit www.predig.com PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com LIM6830_R SFT050 Ver 3.200 & up...

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