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GE DigitalFlow DF868 Programming Manual

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Panametrics Multipurpose Ultrasonic Liquid Flowmeter
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  • Page 1 Sensing & Inspection Technologies DigitalFlow™ DF868 Panametrics Multipurpose Ultrasonic Liquid Flowmeter Programming Manual (2-Channel)
  • Page 2 Sensing & Inspection Technologies DigitalFlow™ DF868 Panametrics Multipurpose Ultrasonic Liquid Flowmeter Programming Manual (2-Channel) 910-176P2D1 March 2008 The DigitalFlow DF868 is a GE Panametrics product. GE Panametrics has joined other GE high-technology businesses under a new name—GE Sensing & Inspection Technology.
  • Page 3 2. If GE instructs you to send your instrument to a service center, it must be shipped prepaid to the authorized repair station indicated in the shipping instructions.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    March 2008 Table of Contents Chapter 1: Programming Site Data Introduction ................1-1 Using the Keypad .
  • Page 5 March 2008 Table of Contents (cont.) Chapter 3: Logging Data Introduction ................3-1 Creating a Standard Log .
  • Page 6 March 2008 Table of Contents (cont.) Appendix A: Menu Maps Appendix B: Data Records Option Cards Installed ..............B-1 Initial Setup Data.
  • Page 7 Chapter 1...
  • Page 8 Programming Site Data Introduction........... . 1-1 Using the Keypad .

  • Page 9: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction The 2-Channel Model DF868 flowmeter cannot provide accurate flow rate measurements for either channel until the instrument has been properly installed, the channel has been activated, and the basic system and pipe parameters have been programmed into the meter. See the Startup Guide for detailed instructions on performing these tasks.

  • Page 10: Using The Keypad

    March 2008 Using the Keypad The Model DF868 keypad contains 39 keys, which are labeled with their primary (unshifted) functions. In addition, pressing the red [SHIFT] key will access the secondary functions assigned to most of the keys. The complete keypad is illustrated in Figure 1-1 below and a detailed description of both the unshifted and shifted functions for each of the 39 keys is listed in Table 1-1 on page 1-3.
  • Page 11 March 2008 Table 1-1: Model DF868 Key Functions Unshifted Function Shifted Function Software Function Keys - press to None select the functions displayed directly above them in the option bar. These keys apply only to the left pane of the display screen.
  • Page 12 March 2008 Table 1-1: Model DF868 Key Functions (Continued) Unshifted Function Shifted Function Display Key - use to display data in a Use to enter the letter O. variety of numeric and graphic format- ting options. See page 2-1 for details. Log Key - use to set up logs.
  • Page 13 March 2008 Table 1-1: Model DF868 Key Functions (Continued) Unshifted Function Shifted Function Two Key - use to enter the number 2. Use to enter the letter T. Three Key - use to enter the number 3. Use to enter the letter U. Four Key - use to enter the number 4.

  • Page 14: Obtaining On-Line Help

    March 2008 Obtaining On-line Help A context-sensitive, on-line help system is programmed into every Model DF868 flowmeter. On-line help, which displays additional information related to the current task, may be accessed at any time [HELP] by pressing the key on the keypad. The help information will be shown on the currently selected pane of the display screen, as shown in Figure 1-2 below.

  • Page 15: Using The Console Control Keys

    March 2008 Using the Console The Model DF868 has four console control keys, which are located Control Keys on the left side of the keypad. Use these keys, which are described and pictured in Table 1-1 on page 1-3, in accordance with the following instructions: Adjusting the Alarm Use the top console control key to adjust the audio alarm volume.

  • Page 16: Entering Programming Mode

    March 2008 Entering Programming Use the keypad, as described in Chapter 3, Operation, of the Startup Mode Guide to navigate through the User Program. The menu map may be followed in sequence, or the [↑] and [↓] keys may be used to scroll through the prompt screens.

  • Page 17: Entering Channel Data

    March 2008 Entering Channel Data While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map in Figure A-1 on page A-1 or Figure A-2 on page A-2. After selecting [F1]=CH1 [F2]=CH2 ) at the initial programming screen, the following screen appears: Chan 1 PROGR Start ‰...
  • Page 18 March 2008 Entering System Data for IMPORTANT: SYSTM Do not confuse this submenu of the CH1/CH2 a Channel menu, which is used to enter channel-specific SYSTM GLOBL information, with the submenu of the menu, which is used to enter information applicable to both channels.

  • Page 19: Entering System Data For A Channel

    March 2008 Entering System Data for a Channel (cont.) Table 1-2: Volumetric Units Options English Volumetric Units Metric Volumetric Units GAL/S U.S. Gallons per Second L/S- Liter per Second GAL/M U.S. Gallons per Minute L/M - Liters per Minute GAL/H GAL/H - U.S.
  • Page 20 March 2008 Entering System Data for [F1]-[F4] 7. Press to select the desired number of Decimal Digits a Channel (cont.) (digits to the right of the decimal point) in the volumetric flow rate display. [F1]-[F4] 8. Use the and [←] and [→] keys to select the desired Totalizer Units for the totalized flow rate display.
  • Page 21 March 2008 Mass Flow Mass Flow SETUP If the prompt in the submenu is not enabled, skip this sub-section. However, the following programming sequence Mass Flow appears if is enabled. [F1]-[F4] 1. Press to select the desired Mass Flow units for the flow rate display Note: The option bar above shows English units, as an example.
  • Page 22 March 2008 Energy Option If you did not select the Energy Option earlier, the meter now returns SYSTEM to the initial prompt. But if you selected the Energy Option, several more prompts appear. [F1]-[F4] 1. Press to select the desired Units for measuring power. The abbreviations and definitions of all the available power units are shown in Table 1-5 below.
  • Page 23 March 2008 Procedure Options Channel After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the PROGRAM prompt. Continue as follows: • To continue programming the meter, refer to the menu maps in Appendix A and navigate to the desired menu. Then, proceed to the appropriate section of this manual for instructions.

  • Page 24: Entering Pipe Data

    March 2008 Entering Pipe Data PIPE Enter the transducer and pipe parameters via the submenu. While following the programming instructions, see Figure A-1 on page A-1 or Figure A-2 on page A-2 Channel PROGRAM [F1] [F2] 1. To enter the menu, press (depending on the desired channel) at the User Program prompt.
  • Page 25 March 2008 Pipe Material [F1]-[F4] 4. Use the and [→] keys to select the Pipe Material, as listed in Table 1-7 below. Table 1-7: Pipe Materials Pipe Material Category Specific Material Steel Carbon Steel or Stainless Steel Iron Ductile Iron or Cast Iron Cu - Copper None Al - Aluminum...
  • Page 26 OD. If the pipe wall thickness is not available, look up the value in a table of standard pipe size data (such as the GE brochure Sound Speeds and Pipe Size Data, 914-004), or use the Model DF868’s on-line Help Menu (see the Programming Manual for details).
  • Page 27 March 2008 Tracking Windows Note: This step only appears if you have selected Transit-Time. [F1] [F2] 10.Press if you do not want Tracking Windows, or if you want to enable the windows. (Tracking windows are used to detect the receive signal when you are unsure of the fluid soundspeed.) Fluid Type [F1]-[F4] 11.
  • Page 28 March 2008 Table 1-9: Fluid Types for ENERGY OFF (Continued) Tracking Windows = Additional Additional Selections Selections FREON No additional selec- tions required. OTHER Enter the Fluid Soundspeed and press [ENT]. Table 1-10: Fluid Types for ENERGY ON Tracking Windows = Additional Additional Selections...
  • Page 29 March 2008 Calibration Factor [ENT] 14.Enter a value for the flow Calibration Factor and press . The default value is 1.00, but values between 0.50 and 2.00 may be entered. 15.The menu now varies, depending on whether you have activated the TransFlection or Transit-Time mode.

  • Page 30: Setting Up Inputs/Outputs

    March 2008 Setting Up Inputs/Outputs The following specific tasks may be performed via the submenu: • Enter a zero cutoff value to eliminate low flow reading fluctuations • Set up any temperature input supply and return for the Energy Option, or the fluid temperature input for Temperature Compensation While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map in Figure A-3 on page A-3.
  • Page 31 March 2008 Temperature Inputs (cont.) • If you selected Fixed, enter the known fixed process [ENT] Temperature and press . The meter only accepts values from -328° to 1,832°F (-200° to 1,000° C). • [F1] [F4] If you selected Slot X, press to select the desired temperature input.
  • Page 32 March 2008 Procedure Options Channel After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the PROGRAM prompt. Continue as follows: • To continue programming the meter, refer to the menu maps in Appendix A and navigate to the desired menu. Then, proceed to the appropriate section of this manual for instructions.

  • Page 33: Entering Setup Data

    March 2008 Entering Setup Data The signal limits and response times for the Model DF868 are SETUP specified via the submenu. While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map in Figure A-3 on page A-3. The following four submenus are included in this section: •...
  • Page 34 March 2008 Transit-Time SIGNL Options [ENT] 2. Press to accept the current Signal Low Limit value or enter a [ENT] new value and press The default value for this parameter is 40 and values from –20 to 100 E1: LOW SIGNAL are acceptable.
  • Page 35 March 2008 Transit-Time SIGNL Options [ENT] 8. Press to accept the current Amp. Discrim Low value or enter (cont.) [ENT] a new value and press The amplitude discriminator measures the size of the transducer signal received by the Model DF868. The default value for this parameter is 14 and values from 0 to 100 are acceptable.
  • Page 36 March 2008 Transit-Time SIGNL Options [ENT] 15.Press to accept the current Maximum Peak % Limit or enter a (cont.) [ENT] new value and press Use this prompt to enter the maximum percent of peak that the DF868 can use to measure transit time. The DF868 accepts values from -100 to +100.
  • Page 37 March 2008 TransFlection SIGNL [ENT] 2. Press to accept the current Signal Low Limit value or enter a Options [ENT] new value and press The default value for this parameter is 40 and values from –20 to 100 E1: LOW SIGNAL are acceptable.
  • Page 38 March 2008 TransFlection SIGNL [ENT] 7. Press to accept the current Rep Period 1 value, or use the Options (cont.) [F1]-[F4] keys and [←] and [→] keys to select the desired value (from 100 to 3200). [ENT] 8. Press to accept the current Rep Period 2 value, or use the [F1]-[F4] keys and [←] and [→] keys to select the desired value (from 100 to 3200).
  • Page 39 March 2008 TransFlection SIGNL Table 1-13: Response Time vs. XMITs Options (cont.) Repetition Rates XMITs Per Reading 200 µsec 800 µsec 30,000 6 sec 24 sec 5,000 1 sec 4 sec [ENT] 10.Press to accept the current Weak Signal Threshold value, or use the numeric keys to enter a value between 0 and 100 and press [ENT] This option lets you enter an acceptable value for the two-phase...
  • Page 40 March 2008 Setting Response Time Use this option to specify the number of readings that occur before the meter will respond to a step change in flow rate. In general, the smaller the number of readings, the less steady the display will appear.
  • Page 41 March 2008 Calculating Kinematic Use the KVTab option to calculate the kinematic viscosity (KV) Viscosity based on signal strength (SS) or temperature. To use this option, you must select either a static KV value (entered at the Kinematic Viscosity prompt in the PIPE submenu), a table of KV/SS values (entered in the KV/SS submenu, discussed on page 1-60), or a table of temperature vs.
  • Page 42 March 2008 Activating Mass Flow Use this option to calculate mass flow from a static fluid density. Complete the following steps to enter the fluid density: ADVAN [F3] (MASS) 1. At the window, press to select Mass from Static Density. [F1] [F2] 2.
  • Page 43 March 2008 Active Tw Measurement Use this option to actively compensate the transit-time measurement in the fluid for widely varying transducer signal delays that result from large temperature deviations. IMPORTANT: Consult the factory before activating this option. ADVAN [F1] (ActTw) 1.
  • Page 44 March 2008 SETUP Limits and Default Table 1-14: Default Values and Limits for SETUP Parameters Values Default Parameter Value Low Limit High Limit Transit-Time Parameters Signal Low Limit Cor. Peak Limit Soundspeed ± Limit Velocity Low Limit -40.0 ft/sec -100 ft/sec +100 ft/sec (-12.142 m/ (-30.48 m/sec)
  • Page 45 March 2008 Table 1-14: Default Values and Limits for SETUP Parameters Default Parameter Value Low Limit High Limit Weak Signal Threshold Code Length Filter Width Averaging Factor # Errors Allowed ADVAN Option Fluid Density 0.062 lb/ft 624.22 lb/ft Minimum Tw 500 µsec Maximum Tw 500 µsec...

  • Page 46: Entering Global Data

    March 2008 Entering Global Data GLOBL menu is used to enter information that is not specific to one 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. In addition, several GLOBL general system parameters may be entered in the menu.

  • Page 47: Setting The Clock

    March 2008 Setting the Clock CLOCK Use the submenu to enter the current date and time. While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map in Figure A-3 on page A-3. GLOBAL [F3]=GLOBL. 1. To enter the menu, press CLOCK [F1]=CLOCK 2.
  • Page 48 March 2008 Procedure Options Global After completing the above steps, the meter returns to the PROGRAM . Continue as follows: • To continue programming the meter, refer to the menu maps in Appendix A and navigate to the desired menu. Then, proceed to the appropriate section of this manual for instructions.

  • Page 49: Entering Global System Data

    March 2008 Entering Global System While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map Data in Figure A-5 on page A-5. GLOBAL [F3]=GLOBL. 1. To enter the menu, press SYSTM [F2] SYSTM 2. To enter the submenu, press [F1] 3.
  • Page 50 March 2008 Entering Global System Table 1-15: Volumetric Units Options Data (cont.) English Volumetric Units Metric Volumetric Units GAL/S - U.S. Gallons per Sec- L/S- Liter per Second GAL/M - U.S. Gallons per L/M - Liters per Minute Minute GAL/H - U.S. Gallons per Hour L/H - Liters per Hour MGD - Millions of U.S.
  • Page 51 March 2008 Entering Global System [F1]-[F4] 6. Press to select the desired number of Decimal Digits Data (cont.) (digits to the right of the decimal point) in the volumetric flow rate display. [F1]-[F4] 7. Use the [←], [→] and keys to select the desired Totalizer Units.
  • Page 52 March 2008 Energy Option Prompts [F1]-[F4] 1. Press to select the desired Units for measuring power. The abbreviations and definitions of all the available power units are shown in Table 1-17 below. The choices shown on the option bar in the prompt screen above are determined by the selections made at the previous System Units prompt screen.

  • Page 53: Setting Up Global Inputs/Outputs

    March 2008 Setting Up Global Inputs/ While following the programming instructions for this submenu, refer Outputs to the menu map in Figure A-4 on page A-4. GLOBAL [F3]=GLOBL. 1. To enter the menu, press [F3] 2. To enter the submenu, press = I/O.
  • Page 54 March 2008 Selecting Error Handling 3. The program asks for the Error-Handling Delay time, the number (cont.) of seconds before the meter reports than an error has occurred. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of seconds, and press [ENT].
  • Page 55 March 2008 Slot X Analog Outputs Slot X Complete the following steps to set up the analog outputs: [F1]-[F4] 1. Use the [←] and [→] and keys to select the desired Output. Note: The set up of output A is used as an example. Identical procedures would be used to set up output B.
  • Page 56 March 2008 Slot X Analog Outputs (cont.) DIAG option provides access to a wide variety of diagnostics parameters. See Chapter 3, Diagnostics, of the Service Manual for a complete description of these options. Note: The measurement units that appear in these prompts are those GLOBL-SYSTM selected in the menu earlier in this chapter.
  • Page 57 March 2008 Setting Up Alarms Complete the following steps to set up the three alarm relays of an option card installed in Slot x: [F1]-[F3] 1. Press to set up alarm relays A, B, or C, respectively. Note: The set up of alarm A is used as an example. Identical procedures would be used to set up the other alarms.
  • Page 58 March 2008 Option Card Totalizer/ Complete the following steps to set up the four totalizer/frequency Frequency Outputs outputs of an option card installed in Slot x: [F1]-[F4] 1. Press to set up outputs A, B, C or D, respectively. Note: The set up of output A is used as an example. Identical procedures would be used to set up the other outputs.
  • Page 59 March 2008 Programming a Totalizer This type of output issues one pulse per selected volume of flow. The Output meter produces a pulse each time the programmed amount of flow passes through the pipe. [F1]-[F4] 9. Press to select the parameter to be totalized. See Table 1- 24 below for a description of the available options.
  • Page 60 March 2008 Setting Up the Analog Inputs Complete the following steps to set up the two 4-20 mA analog inputs Slot x of an option card installed in Note: For information on programming cards with RTD inputs, see the next page. [F1] [F2] 1.
  • Page 61 March 2008 Option Card RTD Inputs Option cards with RTD inputs have a temperature range of –100° to 350°C. Complete the following steps to set up the two RTD inputs of an option card installed in Slot x: [F1] [F2] 1.

  • Page 62: Setting Up Serial Communications

    MODBUS/TCP communications port parameters and to enter a network identification number. A network identification number is required to use the GE Instrument Data Manager or PanaView software. While following the programming instructions, refer to the menu map in Figure A-5 on page A-5.

  • Page 63: Modbus (Rs485) Parameters

    March 2008 MODBUS (RS485) If your DF868 does not include an option card for MODBUS Parameters communications, you have completed programming the COMM submenu. However, if you have installed a MODBUS option card, the following additional prompts appear. [F1]-[F4] 1. Press to select the desired MODBUS Baud Rate from four selections: 2400, 4800, 9600 and 19,200.

  • Page 64: Modbus Register Map

    March 2008 MODBUS Register Map When equipped with the optional MODBUS output card, the DF868 flow transmitter can send flow data and diagnostic information to a flow computer (or SCADA) serially, using a Gould-type RTU protocol. In this case, only the MODBUS function command, 3 (read multiple registers), 6 (write multiple registers) is valid.
  • Page 65 March 2008 Table 1-26: DF868 2-Channel MODBUS Registers Scaling MODBUS (decimal Reg # Description Units places) Size in Bytes none 2 (16 bit signed) Clear Totalizers CH 1 Velocity ft/s or m/s 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 Volumetric VOL_U 4 (IEEE 32 bit) CH 1 +Totals TOT_U...
  • Page 66 March 2008 Table 1-26: DF868 2-Channel MODBUS Registers (Continued) Scaling MODBUS (decimal Reg # Description Units places) Size in Bytes CH 1 TempR °F or °C 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 TS-TR °F or °C 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 DELTH Btu/lb or J/gm 4 (32 bit integer)
  • Page 67 March 2008 MODBUS Register Map Notes: (cont.) 1. Clear Totalizers: flag from the 8051 to clear totalizers in the 68332 memory. 2. Error Value: see Chapter 2, Error Codes and Screen Messages, in the Service Manual for error codes. 3. 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,...

  • Page 68: Entering Kv Vs. Ss Tables

    March 2008 Entering KV vs. SS Tables The KV/SS submenu enables you to enter a table of values of the kinematic viscosity (KV) based on signal strength (SS). You can then use this table to calculate KV as shown in the KV/SS option (in the ADVAN SETUP option of the...
  • Page 69 March 2008 Entering Temperature vs. The TmpKV submenu enables you to enter temperature vs. viscosity Viscosity Tables tables for up to three petrochemical products. Users can program the names of each product, along with temperature vs. viscosity data points for each table. To apply the tables, you must program the DF868 to use the table for the desired fluid (discussed in Calculating Kinematic Viscosity on page 1-33), and program the temperature input source (as shown in Setting Up Temperature Inputs on...
  • Page 70 March 2008 Entering the Table Data IMPORTANT: At the next prompt, the kinematic viscosity values (cont.) entered must be in the range of 0.045 to 10000*10-6 ft^2/s or m^2/s. The values will appear as ft^2/s if the meter is set for English units or m^2/s if the meter is set for metric units.

  • Page 71: Activating Security

    March 2008 Activating Security In order to prevent unauthorized tampering with the flowmeter’s programming, the Model DF868 is equipped with a security feature [PROG] (which, when pressed, that either locks all the keys except requires the password) or locks out the following menus: •...
  • Page 72 March 2008 Activating Security (cont.) 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. [ENT] 6. Enter the New Password and press .

  • Page 73: Saving Site Data

    March 2008 Saving Site Data The currently programmed site data may be stored in the Model DF868’s non-volatile memory by saving it as a site file. Up to ten site file names, consisting of up to five characters each, may be stored at any given time.

  • Page 74: Recalling Site Data

    March 2008 Recalling Site Data Any site file currently stored in the Model DF868’s non-volatile memory may be recalled at any time. Up to ten site file names, consisting of up to five characters each, may be stored at any given time.
  • Page 75 Chapter 2...
  • Page 76 Displaying Data Introduction........... . 2-1 The BIG Submenu .

  • Page 77: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction This chapter explains how to display measurement data in various formats. Each of the two display screen panes may be programmed independently. Note: The instructions in this chapter assume that the left display pane is active. If the right display pane is active, simply [F1]-[F4] [F5]-[F8] change all...

  • Page 78: The Big Submenu

    March 2008 The BIG Submenu format, which is the Model DF868’s default power up format, displays one measurement in large print. To select the format and the measurement to display in this format, follow the instructions in this section. Upon power up, a standard measurement mode display (similar to the [SCREEN] one shown below) appears.

  • Page 79: The Dual Submenu

    March 2008 The BIG Submenu (cont.) Table 2-1: Measurement Parameter Options Option Bar Choice Description = VEL Flow Velocity [F1] = VOLUM Volumetric Flow [F2] = +TOTL Forward Totalized Volume Flow [F3] = -TOTL Reverse Totalized Volume Flow [F4] →] = TIME Total Flow Measurement Time + [F1]...

  • Page 80: The Graph Submenu

    March 2008 The GRAPH Submenu GRAPH submenu permits the display of either the flow velocity, mass flow or the volumetric flow on an XY bar graph, with a specified time interval on the x-axis. This section describes the procedures for setting up and using the graph format. Setting Up the GRAPH [SCREEN] Press the appropriate side of the...

  • Page 81: Using The Graph Format

    March 2008 Using the GRAPH Format GRAPH While viewing data in the format, the function keys are programmed to permit a variety of actions. These options are described in detail below. [F1]-[F4] 1.23 Ft/s 10:16 ‰ Use the [←], [→] and keys to select the desired option.
  • Page 82 March 2008 Using the GRAPH Format Table 2-2: Graph Display Options (cont.) Option Bar Choice Description Moves the cursor to the left and displays [F1] <CURS the corresponding measurement value and time in the status line: (i.e. 6.85 Ft/s 10:38 Moves the cursor to the right and dis- [F2] CURS>...

  • Page 83: The Log Submenu

    March 2008 The LOG Submenu submenu permits the display of the data in a log file either graphically or numerically. Although the Model DF868 can display all of the data in a log file, screen size limitations prevent the simultaneous display of the complete log file. Therefore, the function keys must be used to view the remaining data.

  • Page 84: Numeric Format

    March 2008 Numeric Format The Model DF868 can log up to three parameters simultaneously. Each set of data values is called a record, and up to 120 consecutive records can be stored in a page. A log file can consist of up to 120 pages.

  • Page 85: Graphical Format

    March 2008 Graphical Format PLOT FORMAT After choosing at the prompt, the programming sequence continues as follows: 5. Enter a maximum value for the Y-axis (vertical) scale that is larger [ENT] than the maximum expected reading and press [F1] 6. At the Y-Range prompt, press to graph only positive Y values [F2] or press...
  • Page 86 March 2008 Graphical Format (cont.) Table 2-4: Graphical Log Display Options Option Bar Choice Description Move the cursor one record to the left [F1] <CURS and display the value and time of that record in the status line: (i.e. 6.85 Ft/s 10:38 Move the cursor one record to the right [F2] CURS>...

  • Page 87: Displaying The Transducer Signal

    March 2008 Displaying the SIGNL submenu permits the direct graphical display of several Transducer Signal transducer signals. Specifically, the signals listed in Table 2-5 and Table 2-6 below may be viewed in this format. Table 2-5: Transit-Time Transducer Signals Transducer Signal Description upstream signal Sdown...
  • Page 88 March 2008 Displaying Transducer The typical display screen shown has the transducer signal listed Signals (cont.) to the left of the y-axis and there is a message line below the graph that initially indicates the starting date and time of the graphed signal. Notice that most of the locator bar has been replaced by a status line in standard video that shows the signal amplitude and the time (in microseconds) of the measurement at the current cursor location.
  • Page 89 March 2008 Displaying Transducer Table 2-8: Numeric Key Functions Signals (cont.) Function Scroll down the transducer signal list Scroll up the transducer signal list Expand the graph vertically Return expanded graph to previous size Compress graph horizontally Return compressed graph to previous size In summary, three basic functions are performed with the numeric keys: •...

  • Page 90: Setting The Lcd Backlight

    March 2008 Setting the LCD Backlight BACKL Use the submenu to specify the number of minutes the LCD display backlight remains on before it is automatically turned off. [SCREEN] Press the appropriate side of the key to activate the desired pane of the display screen, then proceed as follows: Note: For this discussion, it is assumed that the left pane of the display screen is active.
  • Page 91 Chapter 3...
  • Page 92 Logging Data Introduction........... . 3-1 Creating a Standard Log.

  • Page 93: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction This chapter explains how to use the Model DF868’s data logging [LOG] capability. The menu, which is accessed by pressing the key on the keypad, is divided into four submenus: • - used to log up to three of the available measurement data parameters •...

  • Page 94: Creating A Standard Log

    March 2008 Creating a Standard Log Use the submenu to create a new standard log and to select the parameters to log, the log start time and date, the log end time and date, and the time increment. Also, any log file already stored in memory may be inspected and/or changed.
  • Page 95 March 2008 Creating a Standard Log Table 3-1: Measurement Parameter Options (cont.) Option Bar Choice Description Flow Velocity [F1] Volumetric Flow [F2] VOLUM Forward Totalized Volume Flow [F3] +TOTL Reverse Totalized Volume Flow [F4] -TOTL →] Mass Flow + [F1] MDOT* →] Forward Totalized Mass Flow...

  • Page 96: Log Type

    March 2008 Log Type [F1] [F2] 9. Press to create a non-circular log or press to create a circular log. A non-circular log automatically stops when the meter runs out of END TIME memory or the specified is reached. A circular log runs continuously until manually stopped, but only the data from the most recent log cycle is saved.

  • Page 97: End Time Prompt

    March 2008 END TIME Prompt [F1] [F2] 12.Press to accept the displayed End Time or press to enter a different end time. To select a specific time period for the log to [F3] run, press • END DATE was selected, proceed to the prompt.

  • Page 98: Time Increment Prompt

    March 2008 LOG TIME Prompt TIMED was selected at step 12, the programming sequence continues here. [F1]-[F4] 15.Use the [←], [→] and keys to select the desired log duration.The available options at this prompt are: 10min, 30min, 60min, 3 HR, 6 HR, 12 HR and 24 HR. TIME INCREMENT Proceed directly to the prompt.

  • Page 99: Checking The Memory

    March 2008 Checking the Memory Use the submenu to verify that the available log memory is sufficient for the desired log. If the expected amount of logged data will exceed the remaining memory capacity, the Model DF868 suggests that some old logs be cleared to make room for the new log. [SCREEN] Press the appropriate side of the key to activate the desired...

  • Page 100: Stopping A Log

    March 2008 Stopping a Log STOP Use the submenu to terminate a logging process that is currently [SCREEN] active. Press the appropriate side of the key to activate the desired pane of the display screen, and complete the following steps: [LOG] 1.

  • Page 101: Creating An Error Log

    March 2008 Creating an ERROR Log ERROR Use the submenu to create a new error log and to select the logging parameters. An error log updates every 5 seconds (when the display updates), but only if a new error condition occurs. Error logs have a fixed length of 2 pages and contain sixty records per page.
  • Page 102 March 2008 Creating an ERROR Log Table 3-2: Measurement Parameter Options (cont.) Option Bar Choice Description Flow Velocity [F1] Volumetric Flow [F2] VOLUM Forward Totalized Volume Flow [F3] +TOTL Reverse Totalized Volume Flow [F4] -TOTL →] Mass Flow + [F1] MDOT* →] Forward Totalized Mass Flow...

  • Page 103: Log Type

    March 2008 Log Type [F1] [F2] 9. Press to create a non-circular log or press to create a circular log. A non-circular log automatically stops when the meter runs out of END TIME memory or the specified is reached. A circular log runs continuously until manually stopped, but only the data from the most recent log cycle is saved.
  • Page 104 March 2008 Procedure Options You have completed setting up the error log. Do one of the following: • Use [↑] and [↓] to review the previous menu prompts. • [F1]-[F4] Press to select one of the submenus. • To return to the data screen and begin logging data, press the [ENT] key.
  • Page 105 Chapter 4...
  • Page 106 Printing Data Introduction........... . 4-1 Setting Up a Printer .

  • Page 107: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction The Model DF868 flowmeter has the capability to print any of the data stored in its memory via the built-in RS232 communications port. In order to use the function, the RS232 port must be connected to a printer with a serial port input. A printer with a parallel port input may be used with a third-party serial-to-parallel adapter.

  • Page 108: Setting Up A Printer

    March 2008 Setting Up a Printer PRNTR Use the submenu to specify the type of printer connected to the Model DF868. To set up a printer, refer to Figure A-5 on page A-5, and complete the following steps: IMPORTANT: A printer must be properly set up before proceeding to any of the other sections in this chapter.

  • Page 109: Print Live Data

    March 2008 Print Live Data DATA Use the submenu to print live measurement data as it is collected. The data may be printed in either numeric or graphical format, with a user specified time increment. IMPORTANT: Make sure that a printer has been properly set up before proceeding with this section.
  • Page 110 March 2008 Numeric Format (cont.) Refer to Chapter 3, Diagnostics, of the Service Manual for a DIAG discussion of the many parameters accessible via the option. Note: The units assigned to the parameters in Table 4-2 on page 4-3 SYSTM are those selected in the User Program ( submenu).

  • Page 111: Graphical Format

    March 2008 Graphical Format To print live data in graphical format, continue as follows: [F1]-[F4] 8. Use the [←], [→] and keys to select the first parameter to be printed. See Table 4-2 on page 4-3 for a list of the available options.

  • Page 112: Printing Logs

    March 2008 Printing Logs Use the submenu to print logged measurement data, from a log file in the meter’s memory. The data may be printed in either numeric or graphical format, with a user specified time increment. IMPORTANT: Make sure that a printer has been properly set up before proceeding with this section.

  • Page 113: Numeric Format

    March 2008 Numeric Format After the numeric format (and starting page and number of pages, if applicable) is chosen, the Model DF868 returns to the standard data display screen and begins printing the log file. The printout continues STOP until the entire log has been printed or until a command is issued STOP (see the instructions for the...

  • Page 114: Print Site File

    March 2008 Print Site File PROG Use the submenu to print the data in a site file that was set up and saved as described in Chapter 1, Programming Site Data. To print a site file, refer to Figure A-7 on page A-7, and complete the following steps: IMPORTANT: Make sure that a printer has been properly set up...

  • Page 115: Stop Printing

    March 2008 Stop Printing STOP Use the submenu to terminate the printing of live, logged or site data. To stop any active printing activity, see Figure A-7 on page A-7, and complete the following steps: IMPORTANT: Make sure that a printer has been properly set up before proceeding with this section.
  • Page 116 Chapter 5...
  • Page 117 Clearing Data Introduction........... . 5-1 Clearing Totalized Data .

  • Page 118: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction This chapter explains how to purge the Model DF868’s memory of various measurement totals and/or files. The Clear Menu, which is [CLR] accessed by pressing the key on the keypad, is divided into three submenus: • TOTAL - used to reset totalized measurement values •...

  • Page 119: Clearing Totalized Data

    March 2008 Clearing Totalized Data TOTAL submenu permits the user to reset volumetric totals to zero and to reset the stopwatch totalizer. Press the appropriate side of the [SCREEN] key to activate the desired pane of the display screen, and complete the following steps: [CLR] 1.

  • Page 120: Deleting Log Files

    March 2008 Deleting Log Files Use the submenu to clear log files from the Model DF868’s [SCREEN] memory. Press the appropriate side of the key to activate the desired pane of the data display screen, and complete the following steps: [CLR] 1.
  • Page 121 Chapter 6...
  • Page 122 Serial Communications Introduction........... . 6-1 Wiring the RS232 Interface .

  • Page 123: Introduction

    The first step is to connect the built-in RS232 port in the DF868 to Interface one of the serial ports (COM1 or COM2) on the personal computer. Table 6-1 below lists the standard cables available from the factory for this purpose. Table 6-1: GE Serial Cables Part Number PC Connector DF868 Connector 704-659...

  • Page 124: Checking The Df868 Baud Rate

    March 2008 Checking the DF868 For successful serial communications, the DF868 and the personal Baud Rate computer must be set up to send/receive data at the same speed. To check the baud rate setting of the DF868, proceed as follows: [PROG] Access the User Program, by pressing the key on the keypad.

  • Page 125: The Optional Rs485 Serial Interface

    The Optional RS485 Although the standard RS232 serial interface included with the Serial Interface Model DF868 is adequate for most applications, GE offers an optional RS485 serial interface upgrade for special situations. The Model DF868 is easily modified to provide RS485 communications, and this section describes the wiring and use of the special RS232 to RS485 converter.

  • Page 126: Point-To-Point Wiring

    March 2008 Point-To-Point Wiring Standard factory wiring of the RS485 serial interface is configured for point-to-point wiring. That is, a single Model DF868 may be wired directly to a single personal computer. To connect the RS485 serial interface, refer to Figure 6-1 on page 6-3 and complete the following steps: Note: For compliance with the European Union’s Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC), a transparent plastic shroud protects...

  • Page 127: Multi-Point Wiring

    March 2008 Multi-Point Wiring The standard point-to-point wiring configuration for the serial interface converter may be modified to permit the use of a multi-point wiring arrangement. In a multi-point RS485 system, one flowmeter (the master) is connected to the personal computer, while a number of additional flowmeters (the slaves) are chained together and connected to the master flowmeter.
  • Page 128 March 2008 Reconfiguring a Serial Interface Converter (cont.) Plastic Case Mounting Screw Screwdriver DB9 Connector Figure 6-2: Opening the Converter Case Table 6-2: Switch Assembly Settings Position # Point-To-Point Multi-Point 7. Reassemble the serial interface converter and secure it to the mounting bracket with the two mounting screws.
  • Page 129 March 2008 Wiring the System (cont.) Note: The XMT+ terminal on the barrier strip is the screw opposite the red wire connection and the XMT– terminal on the barrier strip is the screw opposite the green wire connection. 3. Reinstall the clear plastic shroud, close the cover to the electronics console and reconnect the main power.

  • Page 130: Setting Up An Ethernet Connection

    March 2008 Setting Up an Ethernet A modified DF868 can use the Ethernet interface to communicate Connection with an internal network. An optional Ethernet card with a unique MAC (IP) address (installed only in slots 5 or 6) includes an RJ45 connector.

  • Page 131: Setting Up A Modbus/Tcp Connection

    March 2008 Setting Up a MODBUS/ A modified DF868 can use the MODBUS/TCP interface to TCP Connection communicate with an internal network. An optional MODBUS/TCP card with a unique MAC (IP) address (installed only in slots 5 or 6) includes an RJ45 connector. To connect the MODBUS/TCP-enabled DF868 to the network, insert the jack of an RJ45 cable into the RJ45 connector, route the cable through the bottom of the DF868, and wire the other end of the cable to the LAN according to the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 132 Appendix A...

  • Page 133: Appendix A: Menu Maps

    Menu Maps ACTIV, SYSTM, and PIPE Menu Maps (Energy OFF)....A-1 ACTIV, SYSTM, and PIPE Menu Maps (Energy ON) ....A-2 CH1/CH2-I/O and SETUP Menu Maps.
  • Page 134 March 2008 PROG GLOBL SAVE Channel PROGRAM status Channel PROGRAM NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and boxed text represents option bar choices. Fx represent function keys to select option bar choices. ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP CHANNEL LABEL See Figure A-3 See Figure A-3 Channel/Site status TRANSDUCER NUMBER...
  • Page 135 March 2008 PROG GLOBL SAVE Channel PROGRAM status ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP CHANNEL LABEL See Figure A-3 See Figure A-3 NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and Channel/Site status TRANSDUCER NUMBER boxed text represents option bar choices. SITE/CHANNEL MESSAGE ENERGY OPTION Fx represent function keys to select option bar choices.
  • Page 136 March 2008 PROG PROGRAM NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and boxed text represents option bar choices. Fx represent function keys to select option bar choices. GLOBL Channel PROGRAM ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP See Figure A-1 or A-2 See Figure A-1 or A-2 See Figure A-1 or A-2 SET UP ZERO CUTOFF...
  • Page 137 March 2008 PROG PROGRAM GLOBL SAVE RECLL Global PROGRAM CLOCK SYSTM COMM KV/SS SECUR Global I/O NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and boxed text represents option bar choices. Fx represent function keys to select option bar choices. ERROR OPTN TOTAL ERROR HANDLING HOLD...
  • Page 138 March 2008 PROG GLOBL SAVE RECLL See Figure A-1 or A-2 SITE NAME SITE NAME SITE1 SITE2 SITE3 SITE4 SITE1 SITE2 SITE3 SITE4 NOTE: Plain text represents prompt area messages and boxed text represents option bar choices. Fx represent function keys to select option bar choices. Global PROGRAM TmpKV CLOCK...
  • Page 139 March 2008 DISP DISPLAY FORMAT DUAL GRAPH SIGNL BACKL NAME Backlight timeout LOG1 LOG2 LOG3 LOG4 DISPLAY FORMAT GRAPH VARIABLE PLOT (*available only if Mass Flow (static)? = YES) Y AXIS MAX VOLUM MDOT Y RANGE +only +/– TIME INCREMENT 5sec 10sec 30sec...
  • Page 140 March 2008 PRNT PRINT DATA PROG STOP PRNTR FORMAT FORMAT 1st value printed PLOT PLOT NAME STOP PRINTING (*available only if Mass Flow (static)? = YES) 1st value printed (**avalible only if Energy Option? = YES) LOG1 LOG2 LOG3 LOG4 VOLUM +TOTL –TOTL...
  • Page 141 March 2008 LOGGING CLEAR STOP ERROR TOTAL SITE X/120 Pages FREE NAME Total to Clear SITE NAME NAME Y Pages PENDING LOG1 LOG2 LOG3 LOG4 BOTH SITE1 SITE2 SITE3 SITE4 LOG1 LOG2 LOG3 LOG4 NAME Stop Logging ? CLEAR SITE NAME CLEAR NAME LOG1 LOG2...
  • Page 142 Appendix B...

  • Page 143: Appendix B: Data Records

    Data Records Option Cards Installed ......... . B-1 Initial Setup Data .

  • Page 144: Option Cards Installed

    March 2008 Option Cards Installed Whenever an option card is installed in one of the Model DF868’s expansion slots, record the type of card and any additional setup information in the appropriate row of Table B-1 below. Table B-1: Option Cards Installed Slot # Type of Option Card Additional Setup Information...

  • Page 145: Initial Setup Data

    March 2008 Initial Setup Data After the Model DF868 flowmeter has been installed, some initial setup data must be entered via the User Program, prior to operation. Record that information in Table B-2 below. Table B-2: Initial Setup Data General Information Model # Serial # Software Vers.
  • Page 146 March 2008 Table B-2: Initial Setup Data (Continued) GLOBL-I/O-ERROR Error Handling 2-Path Error CHx-I/O Zero Cutoff Temp. Input Live Fixed ( (If live) Return Supply CHx -Pipe/Transducer Parameters - PIPE Channel 1 Channel 2 (if applicable) Trans. Type SPEC Trans. Type SPEC Transducer # Transducer #...
  • Page 147 March 2008 Table B-2: Initial Setup Data (Continued) CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-KV/SS KV Input Sel. Table Static KV Input Sel. Table Static KV/SS Pairs KV/SS Pairs Sig. Stren. Kin. Visc. Sig. Stren. Kin. Visc. CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-MULTIK Custom Type CstV CstR Custom Type CstV CstR K-Factor Table K-Factor Table K-Factor #...
  • Page 148 March 2008 Table B-2: Initial Setup Data (Continued) CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-MULTIK (cont.) K-Factor Table K-Factor Table K-Factor # Vel./Reyn. K Factor K-Factor # Vel./Reyn. K Factor CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-MASS Channel 1 Channel 2 (if applicable) Mass Flow Mass Flow Static Density Static Density CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-CODEL Code Length Code Length Auto 1bit 2bit 4bit 11bit...
  • Page 149 Appendix C...
  • Page 150 Programming with PanaView Introduction........... . C-1 Wiring the RS232 Interface .

  • Page 151: Introduction

    March 2008 Introduction The PanaView™ graphical user interface offers interactive communications between Windows-based PCs and GE instruments compatible with the company’s IDM protocol, such as the DF868 ultrasonic gas flowmeter. PanaView is compatible with 32-bit Windows operating systems such as Windows 98SE, NT 4.0 (with Service Pack 6), 2000, XP and ME.

  • Page 152: Setting Up The Communications Port

    March 2008 Setting Up the Use the steps below to establish communications with the DF868. Communications Port 1. Open the “New Meter Browser” window and expand the network tree. Then, highlight the My Computer(Name) branch by clicking on it. 2. Pull down the “Edit” menu by clicking on it in the menu bar. 3.

  • Page 153: Setting Up The Communications Port

    March 2008 Setting Up the 4. Click on the “Communications Port” option to select it. The Setup Communications Port Communications screen appears similar to Figure C-2 below. (cont.) Figure C-2: Setup Communications Screen 5. Open the Protocol menu (the first of the drop-down menus) and click on IDM.

  • Page 154: Setting Up Ethernet Communications

    March 2008 Setting up Ethernet If you have selected TCP/IP in step 6 on the previous page, the Setup Communications Communications window appears similar to Figure C-3 below. Figure C-3: Setup Communications for TCP/IP 7. Type in the desired Name and Timeout (in milliseconds). 8.

  • Page 155: Adding The Df868

    March 2008 Adding the DF868 To add the DF868 on the IDM-configured communications port, complete the following steps: 1. 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”...

  • Page 156: Adding The Df868

    March 2008 Adding the DF868 (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 C-6 below. Figure C-6: Updated Network Tree Note: The model number and version that appear will vary with your particular meter and software version.

  • Page 157: Editing Meter Properties

    March 2008 Editing Meter Properties Through PanaView, you can edit the properties of your DF868. You can: • Set the meter clock, or synchronize it with the PC clock • Read, plot and save transducer signals • Clear totalizers • Save site files to the meter or PC •...

  • Page 158: Editing Meter Properties

    March 2008 Editing Meter Properties The window appears similar to Figure C-9 below. To perform a (cont.) specific task, refer to the appropriate section on the following pages. • Setting the Meter Clock (page C-9) • Reading Transducer Signals (page C-10) •...

  • Page 159: Setting The Meter Clock

    March 2008 Setting the Meter Clock The meter’s Time may be reset in three different ways: • manually enter the time and date in the text box, or • [Sync to PC] click on the option button to have PanaView set the time and date to the current PC setting, or •...

  • Page 160: Reading Transducer Signals

    March 2008 Reading Transducer To read a Signal from the meter: Signals 1. 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 C-11 below.

  • Page 161: Plotting Transducer Signals

    March 2008 Plotting Transducer To plot the selected signal, click on Plot. A graphical window opens, Signals as shown in Figure C-12 below. Figure C-12: Signal Graph Window Saving Transducer Signals To save the raw signal, click Save. A window opens similar to the one shown in Figure C-13 below.

  • Page 162: Handling Site Files

    March 2008 Handling Site Files To access site files, click on the Site Files button in the Properties window. The Site File Operations window (shown in Figure C-14 below) opens. Figure C-14: Site File Operations Window Saving an Existing Site to To save an existing site to the meter: the Meter 1.
  • Page 163 March 2008 Saving a New Site to the To save a new site to the meter: Meter 1. Select the radio button for New and click on the Save Site to Meter button. 2. A window opens similar to Figure C-16 below. Enter the desired [OK] name, and click Figure C-16: Site Name Entry Window...
  • Page 164 March 2008 Clearing a Site from the To clear a site from the meter: Meter 1. Highlight the site in the left pane. (See Figure C-13 on page C-11.) 2. Click Clear Site From Meter. [OK] 3. The program asks for confirmation. Click .

  • Page 165: Changing Meter Settings

    March 2008 Changing Meter Settings Through PanaView, DF868 users can handle remote programming of the meter. They can: • Program and change a meter’s operating parameters; • Set up, start, and stop logs; • Calibrate and test inputs and outputs; •...

  • Page 166: Changing Meter Settings

    March 2008 Changing Meter Settings 4. From the meter tree, expand the Edit Functions option. The (cont.) window now appears similar to Figure C-19 below, with a list of available menus. The menus listed are those available on the meter. Figure C-19: Meter Tree with Edit Functions Option 5.
  • Page 167 March 2008 Changing Meter Settings 6. To enter a particular option: (cont.) a. Highlight and double-click on the desired option in the left pane. Figure C-21 below shows the first entry (Transducer Number) in the Pipe parameters option. The title above the center pane lists the current entry, while the center pane displays the available selections for that entry.
  • Page 168 March 2008 Changing Meter Settings (cont.) Figure C-22: Site Edit Menu with Current Settings 7. When you have completed entering parameters in a given option, [Exit Page] click to close the option. You can then double-click on [Close] another option, or click to close the window.
  • Page 169 Appendix D...
  • Page 170 Foundation Fieldbus Communications Optional Measurements .........D-1 Configuration Utility Setup .

  • Page 171: Optional Measurements

    March 2008 Optional Measurements 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 2 Analog Input (AI) blocks, which can be configured to supply the following measurements on the network (see Table D-1 below)..

  • Page 172: Configuration Utility Setup

    Setup Configuration Utility v3.1. Figure D-1 below shows the Configuration Utility with a flowmeter on the network (GE Flow-XMT). Figure D-1: Configuration Utility Setup Example Note: The following procedures assume that the device has been placed in the OOS (out-of-service) mode before executing.

  • Page 173: Selecting The Desired Measurements

    March 2008 Selecting the Desired 4. After the desired measurements have been selected for the PRIMARY and SECONDARY SELECTOR, choose the unit system Measurements (cont.) (UNIT_SELECTOR above the PRIMARY_SELECTOR) that has been programmed in the flowmeter (English or SI). Figure D-2: Primary Selector Drop Down List Foundation Fieldbus Communications...

  • Page 174: Selecting Units For Ai Blocks

    March 2008 Selecting Units for AI To select the units for the individual AI blocks: Blocks 1. 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-XMT; see Figure D-1 on page D-2). 2.

  • Page 175: Resetting Instrument Totalizers

    March 2008 Resetting Instrument To reset the instrument totalizers: Totalizers 1. Double click on the FLOW transducer block (in the tree under GEFlow-XMT; see Figure D-1 on page D-2). 2. Select the Others tab and scroll down to the CLEAR_TOTALIZERS listing.

  • Page 176: Function Block Application

    March 2008 Function Block Figure D-5 below is an example setup using the Function Block Application editor. The flowmeter AI blocks, along with the AO and Application 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.
  • Page 177 March 2008 Index ACTIV Data Records......B-2 Menu Map (Energy OFF)....A-1 DATA Submenu .
  • Page 178 March 2008 Index (cont.) GLOBL Submenus ....1-38 Mass Flow Units GRAPH Available Options ....1-13 Screen Display Options .
  • Page 179 March 2008 Index (cont.) PanaView, Applications of ....C-1 RECLL (GLOBAL) Menu Map ..A-5 Password RECLL Menu ......1-66 Default .
  • Page 180 March 2008 Index (cont.) SAVE (GLOBAL) Menu Map ... A-5 Temperature vs. Viscosity ....1-33 SAVE Menu ......1-65 Temperature vs.
  • Page 181 DECLARATION Sensing CONFORMITY Panametrics Limited Shannon Industrial Estate Shannon, County Clare Ireland declare under our sole responsibility that the DF868 Liquid Ultrasonic Flowmeter GF868 Flare Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GM868 Multi-Purpose Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GN868 Natural Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GS868 Steam Mass Ultrasonic Flowmeter to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the following standards: •...
  • Page 182 DECLARATION Sensing CONFORMITE Panametrics Limited Nous, Shannon Industrial Estate Shannon, County Clare Ireland déclarons sous notre propre responsabilité que les DF868 Liquid Ultrasonic Flowmeter GF868 Flare Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GM868 Multi-Purpose Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GN868 Natural Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GS868 Steam Mass Ultrasonic Flowmeter rélatif á...
  • Page 183 KONFORMITÄTS- Sensing ERKLÄRUNG Panametrics Limited Wir, Shannon Industrial Estate Shannon, County Clare Ireland erklären, in alleiniger Verantwortung, daß die Produkte DF868 Liquid Ultrasonic Flowmeter GF868 Flare Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GM868 Multi-Purpose Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GN868 Natural Gas Ultrasonic Flowmeter GS868 Steam Mass Ultrasonic Flowmeter folgende Normen erfüllen: •...
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