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www.tek-trol.com NOTICE Read this manual before working with the product. For personal and system safety, and for optimum product performance, make sure you thoroughly understand the contents before installing, using, or maintaining this product. For technical assistance, contact Customer Support 796 Tek-Drive Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Tel: +1 847 857 6076...
1 Safety Instructions 1.1 Intended Use Tek-Wave 4300B FMCW Bluetooth Radar Level Transmitter is widely used to measure the level of storage tanks, open basins, pump or lift stations, water and wastewater treatment plants. 1.2 Safety Instructions from the Manufacturer 1.2.1 Disclaimer...
Packaging, Transportation and Storage 1.4.1 Packaging The original package consists of 1. Tek-Wave 4300B FMCW Bluetooth Radar Level Transmitter 2. Documentation NOTE Unpack and check the contents for damages or sign of rough handling. Report damage to the manufacturer immediately.
2 Product Description 2.1 Introduction Tek-Wave 4300B FMCW Bluetooth Radar Level Transmitter continuously measures different liquids and solids levels in simple applications with lower pressure and temperature ranges demands. It is mainly suitable for water treatment, pumping stations, rain overflow basins, and level monitoring. In bulk solids applications, the sensors are used in small bulk solids silos or open containers.
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 2.3 Specifications Accuracy ±2mm Measuring Range 45ft Repeatability ±1mm Frequency 76 to 81GHz Resolution Response Time <2S Process Temperature -40°F to 176°F (-40°C to 80°C) Process Pressure -14.5 to 40psi (-1 to 3bar) Beam Angle 8°...
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions Fig 6: Mounting Bracket 2.5 Model Chart Tek-Wave Tek-Wave 4300B-01-A-01-B-015-A-01-A Example 4300B Tek-Wave Series FMCW Bluetooth Radar Level Transmitter 4300B Output 18 to 36 VDC Process 1-1/2" Male NPT Connection Special Electrical 3/4" Male NPT...
3.1.1 General mounting conditions • The Tek-Wave 4300B should not be mounted closer than 8" (200mm) to the vessel wall. • The Tek-Wave 4300B is not mounted in the center because interference can cause signal loss. • The Tek-Wave 4300B is not mounted above the fill stream.
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 3.1.2 Stirring Fan in Vessel • If there is a stirring fan in the vessel: o The instrument should be mounted at 1/2 of the distance from the inner wall to the stirring fan.
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 3.1.4 Mounting with Bracket • The instrument can also be mounted through a bracket with thread G1. • The distance between the sensor and wall should not be closer than 8” (200mm). Fig 10: Mounting with Bracket 4 Electrical Connection This section covers all electrical connection requirement.
5 Operations (Setup with Smartphone/Tablet (Bluetooth)or Modbus Software) 5.1 Bluetooth Setup (Android Only) • Install “Tek-Wave 4300B” on the google play store. • Allow the APP to utilise the location and storage functions. • Hold down the APP till it indicates “APP info”.
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 5.2 Setup 5.2.1 Main Menu • You can find measuring distance, level and ratio on the main menu. • Using Setting Menu, you can set the parameters. 5.2.2 Setting Parameters Setting Parameters consist for sub menus...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 5.2.2.1 Quick Setup 5.2.2.1.1 Set Measuring Range • Please enter “Quick Setup” to set the measuring range. • Write minimum and maximum range and press to save data. • Write Tag number as per your application and press to save data.
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 5.2.2.1.2 Check Echo Curve • Enter menu with echo curve by entering “Level Confirm”. • If you set a new measuring range and want to change the X range, please re-write the data on the End and save it by Refresh Range 5.2.2.1.3 Create Fake Echo...
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 5.2.2.2 Basic Setup • You can set the following parameters according to field conditions. • You can also upload data from the device by “Upload Data”. • For most applications, the device can work properly after the setup of the above two menus.
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions • Launch the 4300B Modbus Program. • When the program opens. Click Connect to Poll the 4300B • It will take the software a few moments to find the 4300B. www.tek-trol.com...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions • When the Modbus program connects to the 4300B, there will be two red flashing lights on the 4300B- USB tool and a green Dot in the lower left side of the screen. The 4300B process data will appear on the bottom of the screen.
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions • In the Basic Setup screen the following parameter can be adjusted. • In the System screen you can simulate a mA signal to make use you output is setup correctly at your PLC or Scada.
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions • In the Communication screen the HART and Mobus communication paraments can be changed. • The Security screen will allow the following parameters to be changed. www.tek-trol.com...
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Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions • The Info screen will give you all the manufacturing information about the 4300B. • After you have uploaded all the modifications to the 4300B, click Disconnect and remove the 4300B from your PC.
Instruction Manual Tek-Wave 4300B Technology Solutions 6 Menu Tree Setting Menu Quick Setup Minimum Minimum Range Maximum Maximum Range Level Confirm Basic Setup Damping Time Dielectric Constant Max. Dead Zone Min. Dead Zone Level Speed System Echo Judge Logic Selection...
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