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DigitalFlow™ XMT868i
Ultrasonic Flow Transmitter for Liquids
(1 & 2-Channel)
Programming Manual
910-171P
panametrics.com
August 2021

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  • Page 1 Flow DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Ultrasonic Flow Transmitter for Liquids (1 & 2-Channel) Programming Manual 910-171P panametrics.com August 2021...
  • Page 3 Programming Manual 910-171P August 2021 panametrics.com Copyright 2021 Baker Hughes company. This material contains one or more registered trademarks of Baker Hughes Company and its subsidiaries in one or more countries. All third-party product and company names are trademarks of their respective...
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  • Page 5 Preface Information Paragraphs • Note paragraphs provide information that provides a deeper understanding of the situation, but is not essential to the proper completion of the instructions. • Important paragraphs provide information that emphasizes instructions that are essential to proper setup of the equipment.
  • Page 6 Chapter Environmental Compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Baker Hughes is an active participant in Europe’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) take-back initiative, directive 2002/96/EC. The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Introduction ..................... .1 Programming Methods .
  • Page 8 Contents Introduction ....................19 Programming Using PanaView™...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Programming Site Data

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Introduction The Model XMT868i flow transmitter must be properly installed and programmed, as described in the Startup Guide, before it can provide accurate flow rate measurements. After completing the installation and initial setup, use this chapter to program the advanced features of the Model XMT868i’s Keypad Program.
  • Page 10: Keypad Program

    Figure 1 shows the front of the XMT868i, with the infrared keypad. DigitalFlow™ Panametrics XMT868i Liquid Flow Transmitter Escape...
  • Page 11: Accessing The Keypad Program

    Also, if the [] key is pressed when the cursor position (underlined) is at the first digit of the bottom LCD line, the previous parameter is displayed and can be edited. When you power up the XMT868i, the initial screen shows the model and software version: Panametrics XMT868i X3A.STD The meter then starts to display measured parameters.
  • Page 12: Entering Data In The Channel Menu

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Entering Data in the Channel Menu The Channel menu is used to enter data specific to each channel. Refer to Figure 28 on page 7 and remember to record all programming data in Appendix B, Data Records. Note: In this manual, only the programming of Channel 1 will be described.
  • Page 13: Entering Data In The Channel System Option

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.2 Entering Data in the Channel System Option From the Channel PROGRAM menu, scroll to SYSTM and press [Enter]. The first prompt asks for the Channel (Site) Label.Use the four arrow keys to enter the desired label (in any numeric or text combination up to five characters), and press [Enter].
  • Page 14 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 2: Totalizer Units English Metric ft^3 - Cubic Feet m^3- Cubic Meters Mft^3 - Mega Cubic Feet Mm^3- Mega Cubic Meters BBL - Barrels BBL - Barrels MBBL - Megabarrels MBBL - Megabarrels AC-IN - Acre-inches AC-FT - Acre-feet Scroll to the desired number of Decimal Digits (digits to the right of the decimal point) in the totalized flow rate display, and press [Enter].
  • Page 15 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.2.1 Programming the Mass Flow Option Scroll to the desired Mass Flow Units for flow rate display (listed in Table 3), and press [Enter]. Table 3: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric LB = Pounds Kilograms KLB = KiloPounds (Thousands of Pounds) Tonnes = Metric Tons (1000 KG)
  • Page 16 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.2.2 Programming the Energy Option Scroll to the desired Power Units (listed in Table 4) and press [Enter]. Table 4: Available Power Units English Metric kBTUh = Thousands of BTUs/hour kCALs = Kilocalories/second MMBTU = Mega BTUs/hour kCALm = Kilocalories/minute kW = Kilowatt kCALh = Kilocalories/hour...
  • Page 17: Entering Pipe Parameters

    Note: Panametrics will supply the information required for steps b through f with the transducers. Press the appropriate Frequency (from 500 kHz to 5 MHz). Enter the Time Delay (Tw) value supplied by Panametrics and press [Enter].
  • Page 18 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.3.2 Pipe Material Scroll to the appropriate Pipe Material from the supplied list. For some materials (shown in Table 6), the program displays additional selections. At the desired choice, press [Enter]. Table 6: Pipe Material Choices Material Types Steel...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Enter the known Pipe Wall thickness (in inches or mm) in the right pane and press [Enter]. If you are using clamp-on transducers, skip to step 9 on the next page. 1.3.3.4 Path and Axial Lengths To enter the Path Length: Use the [] arrow key to highlight the path length unit type at the right of the screen.Then use the [] and [] arrow keys to scroll to the desired unit type (inches or feet for English measurements, or millimeters or meters for...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.3 Entering Pipe Parameters (cont.) 1.3.3.6 Tracking Windows 10. Press the appropriate choice to indicate whether you want Tracking Windows. These windows are used to detect the receive signal when you are unsure of the fluid sound speed. 1.3.3.7 Fluid Type 11.
  • Page 21 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.3.7 Fluid Type (cont.) Table 9: Fluid Types for ENERGY ON Tracking Windows = Additional Selections Additional Selections Water Enter the Water Temperature and press Water, No additional selections required. [Enter]. 0-260C Water, Enter the Fluid Soundspeed and press [Enter]. Water, Enter the Percentage of Water and press Glycol...
  • Page 22: Entering Input/Output Parameters

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.4 Entering Input/Output Parameters Enter the zero cutoff value and set up the temperature inputs using the I/O submenu. While programming these parameters, see Figure 30 on page 9. IMPORTANT: If an option card in Slot 1 fails to appear in this menu, it may be turned OFF. See the GLOBL-I/O-OPTN section on page 28 for setup instructions.
  • Page 23: Entering Setup Parameters

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.4.2 Temperature Input (cont.) One of the following two prompts will appear, depending on your selection in Step 3. • If Fixed was chosen, enter the known fixed process temperature and press [Enter]. The meter will only accept values from –328°...
  • Page 24 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.5 Entering Setup Parameters (cont.) 1.3.5.1 The SIGNL Option Use this option to set the limits for the incoming signal and other parameters affecting the transducer signal. For example, the programmed signal strength low limit may be used to determine the trigger point for an alarm. CAUTION! The SIGNL default settings are suitable for most applications.
  • Page 25 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data The percentage of peak used to calculate the transit times and Delta T is specified at this prompt. The default value for the above parameter is -40%, and values from -100 to 100% are acceptable. Note: This setting is a starting point for detecting the signal.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.5.2 The AVRG Option 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. Complete the following steps to set the response time: From the SET UP option menu, scroll to the AVRG option and press [Enter].
  • Page 27 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.5.6 The MULTK Factors Option Use this option to enter a table of K-factors. K-factors are used to create a curve for the flow range (based on velocity or reynolds number) that compensates for non-linear flow rates. The meter accepts from 2 to 20 pairs. Complete the following steps to enter multiple K factors for velocity or reynolds values: From the ADVAN option menu, scroll to MULTK and press [Enter].
  • Page 28 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.3.5.7 The Mass Flow Option Use this option to calculate mass flow from a static fluid density. Complete the following steps to enter the static density of the fluid: From the ADVAN menu, scroll to MASS and press [Enter]. Scroll to Yes to activate Mass from Static or on No to disable this option.
  • Page 29: Entering Data In The Globl Menu

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Entering Data in the GLOBL Menu The GLOBL menu is used to enter information that is not specific to any of the individual channels. Information programmed by using this menu is used to enter several general system parameters (e.g., English or metric units). For meters with 2 channels, this menu is also used to compute parameters such as the sum, difference or average of the channel 1 and channel 2 signals.
  • Page 30 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.1.1 Volumetric Units Scroll to and scroll to the desired Volumetric Units for the flow rate display. Table 10 lists the available volumetric units. Table 10: Available Volumetric Units English Metric GAL/S = gallons/second L/S = Liter/sec GAL/M = gallons/minute L/M = Liter/min GAL/H = gallons/hour...
  • Page 31 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.1.2 Totalizer Units Scroll to the desired Totalizer Units for the totalized flow rate display (listed in Table 11), and press [Enter]. Table 11: Totalizer Units English Metric GAL = Gallons L = Liters MGAL = Mega gallons ML = Megaliters ft^3 = Cubic feet m^3 = Cubic meters...
  • Page 32 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.1.3 Programming Mass Flow Data Scroll to the desired Mass Flow Units for flow rate display (listed in Table 12), and press [Enter]. Table 12: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric LB = Pounds KG = Kilograms KLB = KiloPounds (Thousands of Pounds) Tonne = Metric Tons (1000 KG) MMLB = MegaPounds...
  • Page 33 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.1.4 Programming the Energy Option Scroll to the desired Power Units (listed in Table 13) and press [Enter]. Table 13: Available Power Units English Metric kBTUh = Thousands of BTUs/hour kCALs = Kilocalories/second MMBTU = Mega BTUs/hour kCALm = Kilocalories/minute kW = Kilowatt kCALh = Kilocalories/hour...
  • Page 34: Setting Up Inputs And Outputs

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2 Setting Up Inputs and Outputs Set up the XMT868i’s inputs and outputs using the I/O submenu. While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 31 on page 10 and Figure 32 on page 11. Remember to record all programmed data in Appendix B, Data Records.The I/O submenu consists of the following options: •...
  • Page 35 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2 Setting Up Inputs and Outputs (cont.)Setting Up Error Handling (cont.) Table 16: Error Options and Responses for a 2-Channel Meter Totalizer Response When Error Handling is When Measuring Display Response HOLD LOW, HIGH, HHIGH CH1 or CH2 Holds last “good”...
  • Page 36 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2.2 Setting Up Option Cards The Model XMT868i has two built-in analog outputs, which are assigned to Slot 0. Also, a variety of input/output option cards may be installed in Slot 1. See Chapter 1, Installation, of the Startup Guide for a complete description of the available option cards.
  • Page 37 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2.2 Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Analog Outputs (cont.) Note: All the options shown below will only appear if the Mass Flow and Energy Options are activated. Table 19: Output Measurement Options Option Bar Choice Description Flow Velocity VOLUM...
  • Page 38 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 19: Output Measurement Options (cont.) Option Bar Choice Description DENSr Displays the density for the return input (energy measurement). Displays the delta enthalpy which is the difference between the supply and return. Enthalpy is a measure of energy contained in the fluid (energy measurement).
  • Page 39 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2.2 Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Option Card Analog Inputs Complete the following steps to set up the analog inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 32 on page 11): Scroll to the desired Input (A, B, C or D) and press [Enter].
  • Page 40 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Option Card RTD Inputs Option cards with RTD inputs have a temperature range of -148 to 660 F (–100 ° to 350°C). Complete the following steps to set up the RTD inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 32 on page 11): Scroll to the desired Input (A, B, C or D) and press [Enter].
  • Page 41 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.2.2 Setting Up Option Cards (cont.) Option Card Alarm Relays Complete the following steps to set up the alarm relays of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 32 on page 11): Scroll to the desired Output (A, B, C or D), and press [Enter].
  • Page 42 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Option Card Totalizer Outputs This type of output issues one pulse per selected volume of flow. The meter produces a pulse each time the programmed amount of flow passes through the pipe. Complete the following steps to set up the totalizer outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1: Scroll to the desired Output (A, B, C or D), and press [Enter].
  • Page 43 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Option Card Frequency Outputs This type of output produces a frequency pulse that is proportional to the output measurement. Complete the following steps to set up the frequency outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (see Figure 32 on page 11): Scroll to the desired Output (A, B, C or D), and press [Enter].
  • Page 44: Entering Communications Data

    To enter this submenu from the Global PROGRAM menu, scroll to COMM and press [Enter]. Enter a Meter Address number between 1 and 254 and press [Enter]. The default number is 1. A meter address is only necessary for communication with the Panametrics PanaView software. See the PanaView User’s Manual for more information.
  • Page 45 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.3.2 Setting Up MODBUS (RS485) and MODBUS/TCP Communications When equipped with an optional MODBUS output card, the XMT868i can transmit flow data serially to a flow computer, or SCADA, using a Gould-type RTU protocol. Thus only the MODBUS function command, 3 (read multiple registers), 6 (write multiple registers) is valid.
  • Page 46 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.3.3 Setting Up a MODBUS/TCP Connection A modified XMT868i can use the MODBUS/TCP interface to communicate with an internal network. An optional MODBUS/TCP card with a unique MAC (IP) address (installed only in slot 2) includes an RJ45 connector. To connect the MODBUS/TCP-enabled XMT868i to the network, insert the jack of an RJ45 cable into the RJ45 connector, route the cable through a conduit hole with an appropriate cable clamp, and wire the other end of the cable to the LAN according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 47 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data 1.4.3.4 Requesting Parameters Using MODBUS To request specific parameters from the XMT868i using the MODBUS, the control system must access the appropriate register number, as shown in Table 21. Only registers 1–84 are available with the XMT868i for MODBUS communications.
  • Page 48 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Table 21: MODBUS Registers CH 1 TempS °F or °C 4 (32 bit integer) 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 4 (32 bit integer) J/gm...
  • Page 49: Exiting The User Program

    Chapter 1. Programming Site Data Notes: Clear Totalizers: flag from the 8051 to clear totalizers in the 68332 memory. Error Value: see table in XMT868i manual for error codes Average: average of channel 1 and channel 2 if both channels out of error, channel 1 value if channel 2 is in error, channel 2 value if channel 1 is in error, zero if both channels in error.
  • Page 50 Chapter 1. Programming Site Data DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 51: Chapter 2. Displaying Data

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data Chapter 2. Displaying Data Introduction This chapter explains how to display measurement data using either of the available methods: LCD Display - show data on the built-in display • PanaView - display data on a computer terminal using the optional PanaView software •...
  • Page 52: Programming The Lcd

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.2.2 Programming the LCD Note: When you first initialize the XMT868i, the number of LCD parameters is set to OFF. You must program the LCD to display any measured parameters. Through the Keypad Program, you can program the LCD display to display up to four variables in sequence. Complete the following steps to program the LCD display: Power up the XMT868i and wait until it has initialized.
  • Page 53: Displaying Data On A Computer Terminal

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data Displaying Data on a Computer Terminal The flow rate data collected by the XMT868i may be displayed in various formats on a remote computer terminal using the meter’s RS232/RS485 serial or Ethernet port. This requires the use of the optional PanaView software. Refer to the instructions below to display data using PanaView.
  • Page 54: The Text Display Output

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.1 Displaying Data on a Computer Terminal (cont.) Proceed directly to the appropriate section for instructions on either of the following output options: • Text Display output, discussed below • Graphing output on page 6 Note: For information on the Logging output, see Chapter 3, Logging Data.
  • Page 55 Chapter 2. Displaying Data Display the first process parameter in a text screen, as described in the previous section. Repeat Step 1 for any desired additional process parameters, by double clicking on them in the PanaView network tree. PanaView automatically tiles the multiple text screens in the right pane of the Text Display window. As in any standard Windows application, the multiple text screens may be resized by dragging their borders.
  • Page 56: The Graphing Output

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.2.2 Displaying Multiple Text Windows The procedures for displaying one or more process parameters in a single Text Display window may be repeated to open multiple Text Display windows. To do so, proceed as follows: To open another Text Display window, repeat the steps on page 2-5 and 2-6. To display the desired process parameter(s) in the new window, repeat Steps 1-4 above.
  • Page 57 Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.3.2 Graphing Data The PanaView network tree has already been described, and the display pane shows only a graph in the default style with no data points. The bottom right pane enables you to set up the graph. To begin graphing your data, proceed as follows: Expand the network tree as far as necessary and double click on the process parameter to be graphed.
  • Page 58: Displaying Transducer Signals

    Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.4 Displaying Transducer Signals Along with flow rate data, PanaView enables XMT868i users to read and plot transducer signals from the XMT868i. From the New Meter Browser, highlight the XMT868i. Right-click on the highlighted XMT868i and click on the Properties option, as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5: Properties Option in the New Meter Browser The Properties window opens, as shown in Figure 6.
  • Page 59 Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.4.1 Reading Transducer Signals To read a signal from the meter, click on the [Read Signals] button. (If the meter is a multi-channel instrument, open the Channel drop-down menu and click on the desired channel.) After a moment, the Properties window appears similar to Figure 7.
  • Page 60 Chapter 2. Displaying Data 2.3.4.3 Saving Transducer Signals To save the raw signal, click on [Save]. A window opens similar to Figure 9. Enter the desired name, and click on [Save] to save the signal as a text file. Figure 9: Save As Window DigitalFlow™...
  • Page 61: Chapter 3. Logging Data

    Chapter 3. Logging Data Chapter 3. Logging Data Introduction The XMT868i offers two options for logging data: If the Model XMT868i flowmeter is equipped with an optional data logging card in Slot 2, flow rate data can be • recorded and stored in this memory in the form of a log file. After the specified data has been logged, the log file may be uploaded to PanaView using the RS232 link.
  • Page 62: Creating Meter Logs

    Chapter 3. Logging Data Creating Meter Logs To create Figure 11, a new meter log, complete the following steps: From the New Meter Browser in PanaView, expand the network tree and open the Edit Functions option (described on page C-6 of Appendix C, Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView). The menu will appear similar to Figure 10.
  • Page 63: Creating A Standard Meter Log

    Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.1 Creating a Standard Meter Log To create a standard meter log, complete the following steps: Double-click on the Create Standard Log option.The window now appears similar to Figure 12. Figure 12: Log Location in the Create Standard Log Option PanaView first asks for the Log Location, either flash or non-volatile RAM.
  • Page 64 Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.1 Creating a Standard Meter Log (cont.) PanaView indicates a given StartDate. Double-click on OK to agree to the given day, on Today to start the log that day, or on Edit to change the starting date. •...
  • Page 65: Creating An Error Log

    Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.2 Creating an Error Log To create an error meter log, complete the following steps: Double-click on the Create Error Log option. PanaView first asks for the Log Location, either flash or non-volatile RAM. Double-click on the desired location. Now type the desired Log Name in the right window, and click [Next Item].
  • Page 66: Stop Logging

    Chapter 3. Logging Data 3.4.4 Stop Logging To manually terminate logging, double-click on the Stop Logging option in the Log Edit Menu. PanaView displays the name of the currently active logs. Double-click on your choice, and then click on Yes when the program asks if you wish to stop logging.
  • Page 67 Chapter 3. Logging Data Creating PC Logs (cont.) Figure 15: Log Type Selection Double click on PC Logs to advance to the dialog box shown in Figure 16. Figure 16: Create a PC Log At the dialog box shown in Figure 16, click on the [Create] option button to create a new meter log. Enter a log file name (“Sample”...
  • Page 68 Chapter 3. Logging Data Figure 18: The PC Log Window Enter a sampling interval in the text box shown in Figure 18. Note: Start Time and Stop Time cannot be specified for PC logs. These options are inactive in the PC Log window. Expand the network tree as far as necessary and double click on the process parameter(s) to be logged.
  • Page 69: Viewing Meter Log Files

    Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing Meter Log Files After one or more meter log files have been created, the logs may be viewed by using the New Meter Browser as follows: From the New Meter Browser in PanaView, expand the network tree and click on the Meter Logs option. If you have created one or more logs, the tree will appear similar to Figure 19.
  • Page 70 Chapter 3. Logging Data Figure 21: Typical Log Contents DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 71: Viewing Pc Log Files

    Chapter 3. Logging Data Viewing PC Log Files After one or more PC log files have been created, the logs may be viewed by using PanaView as follows: You can access PC logs in two ways: • From the New Meter Browser in PanaView, expand the network tree and click on the PC Logs option. If you have created one or more logs, the tree will appear similar to Figure 22.
  • Page 72 Chapter 3. Logging Data • Click on the Contents tab (see Figure 21 on page 10) for a list of all the data points logged to date for the parameter currently highlighted on the Log Items tab. Click on the [Graph] option button to display a graphical representation of the data logged to date. •...
  • Page 73: Chapter 4. Printing Data

    Chapter 4. Printing Data Chapter 4. Printing Data Data Types for Printing The Model XMT868i flowmeter has no ability to print any of its data directly. However, any of the data stored in its memory may be printed using the built-in RS232 communications port, using a computer terminal. In order to use the capability, the XMT868i must be linked to the computer terminal with the optional PanaView software.
  • Page 74 Chapter 4. Printing Data DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 75: Chapter 5. Clearing Data

    Chapter 5. Clearing Data Chapter 5. Clearing Data Introduction This chapter explains how to purge totalized measurements, site data and/or log files from the XMT868i’s memory. Note: For detailed information on creating a log file, see Chapter 3, Logging Data. For detailed information on programming site data, see Chapter 1, Programming Site Data.
  • Page 76: Clearing Log Files

    Chapter 5. Clearing Data 5.2.2 Clearing Log Files To clear log files from the XMT868i or from the PC’s memory, complete the following steps: From PanaView, click on the Logging option in the Output menu. Then click on the Log Browser option, as shown in Figure 24.
  • Page 77: Clearing The Totalizers

    Chapter 5. Clearing Data 5.2.3 Clearing the Totalizers You can clear the XMT868i’s totalizers (i.e., reset specified totalized flow rates to zero) from either the LCD display or from PanaView. To reset totals from the display, complete the following steps: Press [Escape], [Enter], [Escape].
  • Page 78 Chapter 5. Clearing Data DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 79: Appendix A. Menu Maps

    Appendix A. Menu Maps Appendix A. Menu Maps DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 80 Appendix A. Menu Maps DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 81 Appendix A. Menu Maps [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS (See Service Manual) Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL DARKN LITEN SYSTM COMM ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP See Figure A-2 See Figure A-3 CHANNEL LABEL ZERO CUTOFF SITE/CHANNEL MESSAGE Energy Option Off...
  • Page 82 Appendix A. Menu Maps [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CONTRAST (* for 2-Channel meter only) DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL SYSTM COMM STORE ABORT See Figure A-4 See Figure A-4 See Figure A-4 ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP See Figure A-1 See Figure A-1 See Figure A-1 See Figure A-3...
  • Page 83 Appendix A. Menu Maps [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CONTRAST (* for 2-Channel meter only) DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL SYSTM COMM STORE ABORT See Figure A-4 See Figure A-4 See Figure A-4 ACTIV SYSTM PIPE SETUP See Figure A-1 See Figure A-1 See Figure A-2 See Figure A-1...
  • Page 84 Appendix A. Menu Maps [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CONTRAST (See Service Manual) Reset Totals DARKN LITEN (* for 2-Channel meter only) CH2* GLOBL See Figures A-1, A-2 and A-3 STORE ABORT SYSTM COMM METER MESSAGE SYSTEM UNITS Meter Address ERROR OPTN METRC...
  • Page 85 Appendix A. Menu Maps [Esc] [Enter] [Esc] PROG RESET CALIB CNTRS (See Service Manual) Reset Totals (* for 2-Channel meter only) DARKN LITEN CH2* GLOBL See Figures A-1, A-2 and A-3 DARKN LITEN SYSTM COMM See Figure A-4 See Figure A-4 ERROR OPTN appears only if option card installed...
  • Page 86 Appendix A. Menu Maps DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 87: Appendix B. Data Records

    Appendix B. Data Records Appendix B. Data Records Available Option Cards The XMT868i can accommodate one option card in Slot 1 and one in Slot 2. The available configurations are listed in Table 23. Table 23: Available Option CardsTable 23 Card #703- Slot # Configuration...
  • Page 88: Option Cards Installed

    Appendix B. Data Records Option Cards Installed Whenever an option card is installed or changed in the XMT868i flow transmitter, record the type of card and any additional setup information in the appropriate row of Table 24. Table 24: Option Cards Installed Slot # Type of Option Card Additional Setup Information...
  • Page 89: Site Data

    Appendix B. Data Records Site Data After the Model XMT868i flow transmitter has been installed, specific site data must be entered using the User Program, prior to operation. Record that information in Table 25. Table 25: Site Data General Information Model # Serial # Software Vers.
  • Page 90 Appendix B. Data Records Table 25: Site Data Zero Cutoff Temp. Input Fixed ( Live Channel x - Pipe/Transducer Parameters - PIPE Channel 1 Channel 2 (if applicable) Trans. Type SPEC Trans. Type SPEC Transducer # Transducer # Special Transducers Special Transducers Wedge Type Rayl...
  • Page 91 Appendix B. Data Records Table 25: Site Data Channel x-SETUP-ADVANCED FEATURES -MULTIK Custom Type CstV CstR Custom Type CstV CstR K-Factor Table K-Factor Table K-Factor # Vel./Reyn. K Factor K-Factor # Vel./Reyn. K Factor CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-MULTIK (cont.) K-Factor # Vel./Reyn. K Factor K-Factor # Vel./Reyn.
  • Page 92 Appendix B. Data Records Table 25: Site Data CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-MASS Mass Flow Mass Flow Static Density Static Density CHx-SETUP-ADVAN-CODEL Code Length Auto Short Long Code Length Auto Short Long DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 93: Appendix C. Programming The Xmt868I Using Panaview

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Introduction The Model XMT868i flow transmitter must be properly installed and programmed, as described in the Startup Guide, before it can provide accurate flow rate measurements. After completing the installation and initial setup, use this chapter to program the advanced features of the Model XMT868i’s using the PanaView™...
  • Page 94: Setting Up The Serial Communications Port

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.2.2 Setting Up the Serial Communications Port Use the steps below to establish PanaView communications with the XMT868i. Launch PanaView, as discussed in Chapter 3, Initial Setup, of the PanaView User’s Manual. Open the New Meter Browser window in the File menu and expand the network tree. Then, highlight the My Com- puter(Name) branch by clicking on it.
  • Page 95: Setting Up Ethernet Communications

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Open the COM Port Type menu and click on the desired type (or on TCP/IP, if the XMT868i is using an Ethernet connection). Note: If you select TCP/IP, the menu changes. Proceed to the next page. Select any suitable available baud rate.
  • Page 96: Modifying Ethernet Parameters

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.2.4 Modifying Ethernet Parameters To establish Ethernet communications with the XMT868i or to modify its IP parameters, you will need to install the Ethernet Device Discovery software utility (available with your XMT868i) on a PC connected to the LAN. Once installed and running, the software displays all Ethernet devices currently connected to the subnet.
  • Page 97: Adding The Xmt868I

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Adding the XMT868i To add the XMT868i on the IDM-configured communications port, complete the following steps: Highlight the communication port to which the meter will be added by clicking on it, and then open the Edit menu on the menu bar (if the communication port is not highlighted first, the New Meter option is not active in the Edit menu).
  • Page 98 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Adding the XMT868i (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 38. Figure 38: The Updated Network Tree However, if the settings do not match, or there is some other difficulty, a screen appears similar to Figure 39.
  • Page 99: Entering The User Program With Panaview

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.4 Entering the User Program With PanaView Note: Be sure to record all the programming data entered in this chapter in Appendix B, Data Records. Programming of the Status, System, and Pipe submenus of the Channel menu and the Global-System menu are required for basic operation of the Model XMT868i.
  • Page 100 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Entering the User Program With PanaView (cont.) Figure 41: Menus in the Edit Functions Option To enter data into the user program, double-click on the Site Edit Menu. The window appears similar to Figure 42. Note: For a 1-Channel XMT868i, the Channel 2 option does not appear.
  • Page 101 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Figure 43: The Pipe Parameters Option in the Site Edit Menu Do one of the following: Click on [Next Item] to proceed to the next menu item, Click on [Previous Item] to return back through the menu to a previous item. Note: If you click on either [Next Item] or [Previous Item] without changing the settings, the current settings remain unchanged.
  • Page 102: Entering Data In The Channel Menu

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5 Entering Data in the Channel Menu The Channel menu is used to enter data specific to each channel. See Figure 53 on page 71, Figure 54 on page 72 and Figure 55 on page 73, and remember to record all programming data in Appendix B, Data Records. Note: In this manual, only the programming of Channel 1 will be described.
  • Page 103: Entering Data In The Channel System Option

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.2 Entering Data in the Channel System Option From the Channel menu, highlight and double-click on the System option in the center pane. The first prompt asks for the Channel Label. Enter the desired label (in any numeric or text combination up to three characters) in the right pane, and click [Next Item].
  • Page 104 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.2 Entering Data in the Channel System Option (cont.) Double-click on the desired number of Decimal Digits (digits to the right of the decimal point) in the volumetric flow display. Double-click on the desired Totalizer Units for the totalized flow rate display (listed in Table 27). Table 27: Totalizer Units English Metric...
  • Page 105 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.0.0a Programming the Mass Flow Option Double-click on the desired Mass Flow Units for flow rate display (listed in Table 28). Table 28: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric Pounds Kilograms KiloPounds = Thousands of Pounds Tonnes = Metric Tons (1000 KG) MillionPounds TONS (2000 LB)
  • Page 106 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.2.1 Programming the Energy Option Double-click on the desired Power Units (listed in Table 29). Table 29: Available Power Units English Metric kBTU/hr = Thousands of BTUs/hour kCALs = Kilocalories/second MMBTU/hr = Mega BTUs/hour kCALm = Kilocalories/minute kWATT = Kilowatt kCALh = Kilocalories/hour...
  • Page 107: Entering Pipe Parameters

    Note: Panametrics will supply the information required for steps b through f with the transducers. Double-click on the appropriate Frequency (from 500 kHz to 5 MHz).The frequency is required to transmit an excitation voltage at the transducer’s natural frequency.
  • Page 108 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.3.2 Pipe Material Double-click on the appropriate Pipe Material from the supplied list. For some materials (shown in Table 31), the program displays additional selections. Table 31: Pipe Material Choices Material Types Steel Carbon Steel Stainless Steel Iron...
  • Page 109 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.3.3 Pipe OD Click on the appropriate Pipe OD Unit type in the center pane from the list shown in Table 32. Then enter the known pipe outside diameter or circumference in the right pane and click on [Next Item]. Obtain the required information by measuring either the pipe outside diameter (OD) or circumference at the transducer installation site.
  • Page 110 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.3.4 Fluid Type Double-click on the appropriate Fluid Type. The selections for fluid type vary depending on whether: • the ENERGY OPTION is ON or OFF; and • the TRACKING WINDOW is enabled or disabled. Refer to Table 33 if ENERGY OPTION is OFF, or to Table 34 if ENERGY OPTION is ON.
  • Page 111 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.3.5 Reynolds Correction Double-click on the appropriate choice to indicate whether you want Reynolds Correction. • If Off is selected, enter the Calibration Factor and click on [Next Item]. • If Active is selected, the program asks for KV Input Selection. Double-click on either Use KV/SS Table, Use KV/C3 (Soundspeed) Table, or Static.
  • Page 112: Entering Input/Output Parameters

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.5.4 Entering Input/Output Parameters Enter the zero cutoff value and set up the temperature, pressure and quality inputs using the Input/Output submenu. While programming these parameters, refer to Figure 53 on page 71. IMPORTANT: If an option card in Slot 1 fails to appear in this menu, it may be turned OFF.
  • Page 113: Entering Setup Parameters

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ At the Temp Input Return prompt, double-click on Fixed to enter a constant temperature value or on Slot1 to select the output in Slot 1 that will provide the live temperature input for the return. Note: If Slot 1 contains an activated option card with an analog input assigned to TEMP or an RTD input, Slot 1 appears as an option at the above prompt.
  • Page 114 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ programmed Velocity High Limit value. See Chapter 2, Error Codes, in the Service Manual for a discussion of error codes. Click [Next Item] to accept the current Acceleration value or enter a new value and click [Next Item]. The default value for the above parameter is 15.0 ft/sec (4.6 m/sec ) and values from 0 to 100 ft/sec...
  • Page 115 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.0.0a The V Averaging Option 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. Complete the following steps to set the response time: From the Set Up option menu, highlight and double-click on V Averaging in the center pane.
  • Page 116 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ The Multiple K Factors Option Use this option to enter a table of K-factors. K-factors are used to create a curve for the flow range (based on velocity or reynolds number) that compensates for non-linear flow rates. The meter accepts from 2 to 20 pairs. Complete the following steps to enter multiple K factors for velocity or reynolds values: From the Advanced Features option menu, highlight and double-click on Multiple K Factors in the center pane.
  • Page 117 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ The Mass Flow Option Use this option to calculate mass flow from a static fluid density. Complete the following steps to enter the static density of the fluid: From the Advanced Features option menu, highlight and double-click on Massflow from Static in the center pane.
  • Page 118: Entering Data In The Global Menu

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6 Entering Data in the Global Menu The Global menu is used to enter information that is not specific to any of the individual channels. Information programmed using this menu is used to enter several general system parameters (e.g., English or metric units). For meters with 2 channels, this menu is also used to compute parameters such as the sum, difference or average of the channel 1 and channel 2 signals.
  • Page 119 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.1 Entering Global-System Data While completing these instructions, refer to menu map Figure 56 on page 74. In the Site Data Menu, double-click on the Global entry. Highlight and double-click on the System option in the center pane. The window now appears similar to Figure 46.
  • Page 120 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.2 Volumetric Units Scroll to and double-click on the desired Volumetric Units for the flow rate display. Table 35 lists the available volumetric units. Table 35: Available Volumetric Units English Metric Gal/sec = gallons/second Liter/sec Gal/min = gallons/minute Liter/min...
  • Page 121 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.3 Totalizer Units Double-click on the desired Totalizer Units for the totalized flow rate display (listed in Table 36). Table 36: Totalizer Units English Metric Gallons Liters MegaGallons = million gallons Megaliters Cubic feet Cubic meters MegaCubicFt = million cubic feet Mega Cubic m = million cubic meters...
  • Page 122 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.4 Programming Mass Flow Data Double-click on the desired Mass Flow Units for flow rate display (listed in Table 37). Table 37: Available Mass Flow Units English Metric LB = Pounds KG = Kilograms KLB = KiloPounds (Thousands of Pounds) Tonne = Metric Tons (1000 KG) MMLB = MegaPounds...
  • Page 123 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.5 Programming the Energy Option Double-click on the desired Power Units (listed in Table 38). Table 38: Available Power Units English Metric kBTU/h = Thousand BTUs/hour kCALs = Kilocalories/second MMBTU = Mega BTUs/hour kCALm = Kilocalories/minute kWATT = Kilowatt kCALh = Kilocalories/hour...
  • Page 124 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.6 Setting Up Inputs and Outputs Set up the XMT868i’s inputs and outputs using the I/O submenu. While following the programming instructions, refer to Figure 56 on page 74 and Figure 57 on page 75. Remember to record all programmed data in Appendix B, Data Records.The I/O submenu consists of the following options: •...
  • Page 125 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.8 The Error Option (cont.) Table 41: Error Options and Responses, 2-Channel Meter Totalizer Response When Error Handling is When Measuring Display Response HOLD LOW, HIGH, HHIGH CH1 or CH2 Holds last “good” reading. Holds last “good”...
  • Page 126 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.9 Setting Up Option Cards The Model XMT868i has two built-in analog outputs, which are assigned to Slot 0. Also, a variety of input/output option cards may be installed in Slot 1. See Chapter 1, Installation, of the Startup Guide for a complete description of the available option cards.
  • Page 127 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Note: All the options shown below will only appear if the Mass Flow and Energy Options are activated. Table 44: Output Measurement Options Option Bar Choice Description Velocity Flow Velocity Volumetric Volumetric Flow FWD Total Forward Totalized Volume Flow REV Total...
  • Page 128 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Note: The measurement units that appear in these prompts are those selected in the Global-System menu earlier in this section. Enter a flow rate value for the Base (low) end of the analog output range and click on [Next Item]. Enter a flow rate value for the Full (high) end of the analog output range and click on [Next Item].
  • Page 129 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Analog Inputs Complete the following steps to set up the analog inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 57 on page 75): Double-click on the desired Input (A, B, C or D). Note: The setup of Input A is used as an example.
  • Page 130 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Option Card RTD Inputs Option cards with RTD inputs have a temperature range of -148 to 660 F (–100 ° to 350°C). Complete the following steps to set up the RTD inputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 57 on page 75): Double-click on the desired Input (A, B, C or D).
  • Page 131 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Alarm Relays Complete the following steps to set up the alarm relays of an option card installed in Slot 1 (refer to Figure 57 on page 75): Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D). Note: The set up of Alarm A is used here as an example.
  • Page 132 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Totalizer Outputs This type of output issues one pulse per selected volume of flow. The meter produces a pulse each time the programmed amount of flow passes through the pipe. Complete the following steps to set up the totalizer outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1: Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D).
  • Page 133 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Option Card Frequency Outputs This type of output produces a frequency pulse that is proportional to the output measurement. Complete the following steps to set up the frequency outputs of an option card installed in Slot 1 (see Figure 57 on page 75): Double-click on the desired Output (A, B, C or D).
  • Page 134 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.10 Changing the LCD Display In addition to displaying data directly through the text display or graphs (see Chapter 2), PanaView enables you to change the parameters shown on the IREX display. From the Input/Output option, highlight and double-click on the Display option in the center pane. The window now asks for the # of LCD Parameters.
  • Page 135 Enter a Meter Address number between 1 and 254 and click [Next Item]. The default number is 1. A meter address is only necessary for communication with the Panametrics PanaView software. See the PanaView User’s Manual for more information.
  • Page 136 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.6.0.13 Requesting Parameters Using MODBUS To request specific parameters from the XMT868i using the MODBUS, the control system must access the appropriate register number, as shown in Table 47. Only registers 1–84 are available with the XMT868i for MODBUS communications.
  • Page 137 Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Table 47: MODBUS Register CH 1 +Energy Energy_u Register 62 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 -Energy Energy_u Register 62 4 (32 bit integer) CH 1 # Energy Digits none 2 (16 bit integer) CH 1 TempS °F or °C 4 (32 bit integer)
  • Page 138: Exiting The Site Edit Menu

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Exiting the Site Edit Menu After leaving the Global submenu, PanaView returns to the Site Edit Menu. Click [Close] to exit the Site Edit Menu. Then proceed to Chapter 3, Operation, of the Startup Guide for instructions on taking measurements, or refer to the appropriate chapters of this manual for detailed instructions on using the other features of the XMT868i flow transmitter.
  • Page 139: Saving Site Data

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.8 Saving Site Data The XMT868i holds setup parameters for a single internal site, called Working. Through PanaView, users can store site file data in a PC and reload it into the XMT868i. To save or reload site data using PanaView: In the New Meter Browser, highlight the XMT868i.
  • Page 140: Saving Current Site Data To The Meter

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Figure 49: Site File Operations Window C.8.1 Saving Current Site Data to the Meter To save existing site data to the meter: Select the radio button for Selected and highlight an existing site in the left pane. Then click on the [Save Site to Meter] button.
  • Page 141: Saving New Site Data To The Xmt868I

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ C.8.2 Saving New Site Data to the XMT868i To save new site data to the meter: Select the radio button for New and click on the [Save Site to Meter] button. A window opens similar to Figure 51. Enter the desired name, and click [OK]. Figure 51: Site Name Entry Window The Site File Selection window (Figure 49 on page 66) opens.
  • Page 142: Saving Site Data In Text Form

    Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™ Clearing a Site from the Meter As the XMT868i has only one site (Working) at any time, it is not possible to remove this site. To change site parameters, first save a site to the PC (as discussed in Saving a Site to the PC on the previous page), and then save the site to the XMT868i (as discussed in Saving New Site Data to the XMT868i on the previous page).
  • Page 143: Appendix D. Panaview Menu Maps For The Xmt868I

    Appendix D. PanaView Menu Maps for the XMT868i Appendix D. PanaView Menu Maps for the XMT868i DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 144 Appendix D. PanaView Menu Maps for the XMT868i DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 145 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps FILE XMT868 SITE EDIT MENU PAUSE: Measure Flow (* for 2-Channel meter only) MEASURE FLOW Channel 1 Channel 2* Global System Input/Output Comm Port See Figure D-4 System Input/Output Status SET UP See Figure D-2 See Figure D-3 CHANNEL LABEL ZERO CUTOFF...
  • Page 146 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps FILE XMT868 SITE EDIT MENU (* for 2-Channel meter only) Channel 1 Channel 2* Global System Input/Output Comm Port See Figure D-4 Status System Input/Output SET UP See Figure D-1 See Figure D-1 See Figure D-1 See Figure D-3 TRANSDUCER NUMBER SPEC...
  • Page 147 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps FILE XMT868 SITE EDIT MENU (* for 2-Channel meter only) Channel 1 Channel 2* Global System Input/Output Comm Port See Figure D-4 Status System Input/Output SET UP See Figure D-1 See Figure D-1 See Figure D-2 See Figure D-1 Signal V Averaging...
  • Page 148 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps FILE XMT868 SITE EDIT MENU (* for 2-Channel meter only) Channel 1 Channel 2* Global See Figures D-1, D-2 and D-3 System Input/Output Comm Port METER MESSAGE SYSTEM UNITS Meter Address Error Handling Options Display English Metric BAUD RATE...
  • Page 149 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps FILE XMT868 SITE EDIT MENU (* for 2-Channel meter only) Channel 1 Channel 2* Global See Figures D-1, D-2 and D-3 System Input/Output Comm Port See Figure D-4 See Figure D-4 Error Handling Options Display See Figure D-4 See Figure D-4 appears only if option card installed...
  • Page 150 Appendix A. PanaView Menu Maps DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 151: Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications

    Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Introduction Foundation Fieldbus provides a means of communicating with the flowmeter. The patent numbers which apply are 5,909,363 and 6,424,872. This Foundation Fieldbus device supports 2 Analog Input (AI) blocks, which can be configured to supply the following measurements on the network (see Table 48).
  • Page 152: Configuration Utility Setup

    Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Configuration Utility Setup The following is an example setup using National Instruments Configuration Utility v3.1. Figure 58 shows the Configuration Utility with a flowmeter on the network (Panametrics Flow-XMT). Figure 58: 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 153: Selecting Units For Ai Blocks

    Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Figure 59: Primary Selector Drop Down List Selecting Units for AI Blocks To select the units for the individual AI blocks: Double click on the AI block for which you wish to set the units (ANALOG_INPUT_1 or ANALOG_INPUT_2 in the tree under Panametric Flow-XMT;...
  • Page 154 Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Figure 60: Units Index Drop Down List DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual...
  • Page 155: Resetting Instrument Totalizers

    Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Resetting Instrument Totalizers To reset the instrument totalizers: Double click on the FLOW transducer block (in the tree under GEFlow-XMT; see Figure 58 on page 78). Select the Others tab and scroll down to the CLEAR_TOTALIZERS listing. Select Clear from the drop down list box (see Figure 61).
  • Page 156: Function Block Application

    Appendix E. Foundation Fieldbus Communications Function Block Application Figure 62 is an example setup using the Function Block Application editor. The flowmeter AI blocks, along with the AO and PID of another device on the network, are displayed. We have connected the AI_1 OUT of the flowmeter to the CAS IN of the AO block.
  • Page 157 Index Default Setup Submenu Acceleration ..........40 Advanced Features Option .
  • Page 158 Index Inputs, Setting Up .........26 Min Peak% Limit .
  • Page 159 Index Reynolds Correction ........37 Time Delay .
  • Page 160 Index Xmit Code Length .........20 XMIT Sample Size .
  • Page 161 Notify Panametrics Sensing, giving full details of the problem, and provide the model number and serial number of the instrument. If the nature of the problem indicates the need for factory service, Panametrics will issue a RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER (RAN), and shipping instructions for the return of the instrument to a service center will be provided.
  • Page 162 Warranty [no content intended for this page] AquaTrans™ AT868 User’s Manual...
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