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OCTOPUS 4000
Aquatic monitor, control & alarm system
INSTALLING THE COMPONENTS
Version 1.0

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  • Page 1 OCTOPUS 4000 Aquatic monitor, control & alarm system INSTALLING THE COMPONENTS Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 AQUADYNE Computer Corp. Licenses and Trademarks Octopus, AquaNode, AquaGuard, AquaWeb, O/S are trademarks of Aquadyne Computer Corp. Part Number 75-050805 Version 1.0 Aquadyne Computer Corporation 7343-P Ronson Road San Diego, CA 92111 www.aquadyne.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Octopus 4000 Features .............. 1-5 Status Lights................1-7 Parameter Status Lights ......................... 1-7 System Status Light ........................1-7 Powering the Octopus 4000 ............1-8 Control Capability ..............1-9 Control Using X-10 Management ....................1-9 Lighting System ..........................1-10 System Hold ..........................1-10 WaveMaker System ........................
  • Page 4 Starting and configuring AquaWeb software ................1-24 Configuring AquaWeb for specific Connection type ..............1-24 Configuring the Octopus 4000 for communication with AquaWeb ........... 1-24 Step 7 - Powering up the Octopus 4000 ........ 1-25 Step 8—Install the 9-Volt Backup Battery Pack ..... 1-26 Understanding Water Quality Parameters ......

  • Page 5: Octopus 4000 Features

    Features The Octopus 4000 is constructed with high quality Octopus 4000 Features components. The heart of the Octopus 4000 is an INTEL microprocessor which manages all of the activities of the controller. All information gathered • Continuous monitor, control and alarm of water by the controller is processed digitally.
  • Page 6 Features...

  • Page 7: Status Lights

    System Status Light The System Status Light located at the bottom of Parameter Status Lights the Octopus 4000 indicates the general condition of the Octopus 4000 controller operating system. The Parameter Status Lights located on the face of Figure 1.3 summarizes the System Status Lights the Octopus indicate whether a particular water and their meanings.

  • Page 8: Powering The Octopus 4000

    Should power be lost, none of the param- eter setpoints or configuration data will be lost. In the event of a power failure, data in the datalog will be erased. The Octopus 4000 battery (factory replaceable only) should be replaced every 4-7 years.

  • Page 9: Control Capability

    Features Control Capability The proper and reliable functioning of the Octopus and the X-10 control system is O/S software is used to program the Octopus dependent on the proper installation of the 4000 and give it the capability for parameter control Octopus, the X-10 Power Line Interface, as well as monitoring.

  • Page 10: Lighting System

    See steps 4, 5, 17 and 22 The infrared printer port located at the bottom left of for complete instruction. the face of the Octopus 4000 is standard. This port provides access for the optional infrared datalog System Hold reporting feature.
  • Page 11 All devices that are part of the Octopus 4000 system should be connected to a GFCI protected circuit. If you do not have one installed already, you should purchase one. They are inexpensive and are available at any electronics or hardware store.
  • Page 12 / l Table 1.1 Steps for installing and programming an Octopus 4000 controller 1-12...

  • Page 13: Step 1 - Mounting The Octopus Controller

    Step 2 - Install the Probes Step 1 - Mounting the Octopus Controller Probes connect to the bottom of the Octopus 4000 and gather information and relay it to the Octopus The Octopus controller will need to be installed 4000 for processing and display on the screen.

  • Page 14: Installing The Temperature, Ph And Orp Probes

    USA to installation of the temperature, pH & ORP probes: Aquadyne specifications. The use of other probes not tested by Aquadyne is not 1. Temperature, pH, and ORP probes must be recommended and will not be supported.
  • Page 15 Installing the Components In-filter float (Figure 1.7) In-line location using a tee-fitting (Figure 1.6) This method keeps probes from being submerged In-line location using a tee-fitting is recommended. (or drying out), and is economical to construct. To In-line probe placement is a little more difficult and construct a probe float, punch a hole (slightly smaller requires some extra plumbing, but this method than the probe diameter) through a small piece of...

  • Page 16: Installing The Conductivity Probe

    (conductive) paths. Installation should provide that about 10% of the probe pro- trudes into the cell. Aquadyne provides a “score- mark” on all conductivity probes that guide installa- tion and assure proper insertion.

  • Page 17: Stabilization Period For Probes

    After the probes are installed, there is a period of time required for each probe to stabilize in its The Octopus 4000 has one digital input. System new environment. The conductivity probe will be conditions, such as high or low water levels, high...

  • Page 18: Installing A Power Fail Detector

    This 9-volt wall mount device is configured with an 8-pin connector. Install the unit as follows: When the Octopus 4000 senses a parameter in 1. Plug the 9-volt power detect switch into a 110- the control or alarm range, it communicates to the V outlet.
  • Page 19 Octopus - see steps 20 and 22 for control modules which operate with higher voltage complete programming instructions. See the follow- and amperage are available through Aquadyne ing column for Octopus 4000 pre-programmed distributors. Wall receptacle control modules are default addresses. also available.

  • Page 20: Step 6 - Install The Communication Equipment

    P-4 WaveMaker Pump 2B switch signals an alarm condition. The pager mes- sage identifies the Octopus 4000 unit via the last 3 L-1 Timer 1 digits of the unit serial number, which parameter is...

  • Page 21: Installing The Modem For Remote Access (Required For Alarm Paging)

    AquaWeb’s security system allows only authorized (required for alarm paging) users access to the system. Authorized users have the ability to access the Octopus 4000 internal The Aquadyne modem (p/n 63-200186) and modem datalog and configuration. Statistical, configuration cable (RS-232 p/n 63-010806) are preconfigured to and node reports are available as well as the ability work with the Octopus 4000 unit.

  • Page 22: Installing The Direct Connect Cable For Local Access

    AquaWeb PC cable DB9) are available in 10’, device. 25’ and 50’ lengths. Connect the 8-pin mini-DIN into the Octopus 4000 serial port. Plug the DB9 3. Connect the modem and phone - The modem into one of your PC comm ports. Verify that the is supplied with a 6’...

  • Page 23: Installing And Configuring Ethergadget For Remote Access Via Tcp/Ip

    Installing and configuring Ethergadget for remote access via TCP/IP With a properly configured ethergadget (terminal server) an Octopus 4000 can be assessed over an internet connection to a PC running AquaWeb II PC software. It is essential that the ethergadget be configured with a static IP address and port num- ber.

  • Page 24: Installing Aquaweb Software

    Install AquaWeb software according to the instruc- connections. tions supplied with the CD. It is VERY important that you review the ReadMe file BEFORE installa- Configuring the Octopus 4000 for tion. communication with AquaWeb Starting and configuring AquaWeb software Setup Datalogger 1.

  • Page 25: Step 7 - Powering Up The Octopus 4000

    Octopus. The Octopus recognizes these into the power jack located on the bottom left of the peripheral devices while performing Octopus 4000 (see figure 1.1). Be sure to use the startup diagnostics. protective power cord drip loop to prevent water from running down the cord into the Octopus 4000 controller.

  • Page 26: Step 8-Install The 9-Volt Backup Battery Pack

    If a UPS system is used as a backup power source, it may be purchased from Aquadyne. A UPS backup is a good idea if you require more than 45 minutes of backup power, or if you wish to backup other critical peripheral such as a pump, bio-filter or communications equipment such as a modem.

  • Page 27: Understanding Water Quality Parameters

    Below 7.0 is acidic, and above 7.0 is basic. generated by the Octopus 4000. With the Natural sea water, for example, has a pH of about controller's assistance you can cultivate the ultimate 8.3 which is slightly alkaline.

  • Page 28: Orp

    Understanding Water Parameters Conductivity As its name implies conductivity measures the Oxidation Reduction Potential (ORP) is a measure- ment of the potential for chemical reactions which ability of a sample to conduct an electrical current. For liquids, conductivity is dependent on the amount occur in water.
  • Page 29 Understanding Water Parameters For freshwater applications, conductivity is generally used to determine the general water quality. In hydroponic applications conductivity is useful in measuring the concentration of nutrient solutions. Proper conductivity levels for various types of plants, in varying stages of growth are listed in the following table.
  • Page 30 Understanding Water Parameters Conductivity vs. Salt Concentration º C º F) º º F) Conductivity will vary with temperature. Conductivity values shown at 25 and 30 C (86 Note: This table is for information only. It is not required for calibration. Conductivity (mS) Salt Concentration in 0/00 1-30...
  • Page 31 Understanding Water Parameters Conductivity, Salinity, and Density Comparison º C º F) º º F) Conductivity will vary with temperature. Conductivity values shown at 25 and 30 C (86 Note: This table is for information only. It is not required for calibration. i v i i n i °...

  • Page 32: Product Warranty

    Aquadyne price. For repair labor, the buyer will pay normal use and service. Aquadyne’s obligation Aquadyne’s established maintenance service rate.
  • Page 34 OCTOPUS 4000 Aquatic monitor, control & alarm system PROGRAMMING THE H O/S SOFTWARE Version 1.0...
  • Page 35 AQUADYNE Computer Corp. Licenses and Trademarks Octopus, AquaNode, AquaGuard, AquaWeb, O/S are trademarks of Aquadyne Computer Corp. Part Number 75-050805 Version 1.0 Aquadyne Computer Corporation 7343-P Ronson Road San Diego, CA 92111 www.aquadyne.com...
  • Page 36 Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Contents Programming the Software ............2-5 Menu Structure/Keypads ........................ 2-5 Structure of OCTOPUS Menus ....................... 2-5 Top Level Display ..........................2-5 Main Menu ............................2-5 Step 9—Set the System Clock ..........
  • Page 37 Pager Tone/Pulse .......................... 2-22 Baud Rate ............................2-22 Data Format ........................... 2-22 Page Now (Test Page) ........................2-22 Step 22—Enable Octopus 4000 System Control ....2-23 Step 23—Test the System Configuration ....... 2-23 Main Menu Map ................ 2-24 Setpoints Menu Map ..............2-25 Operation Menu Map ...............

  • Page 38: Programming The Software

    The screens will be shown in the order indicated on the Menu Map. Your Octopus 4000 includes the latest version of the O/S software which was pre-loaded into FLASH Figure 2.1 shows the current status window.
  • Page 39 Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Follow the required programming steps listed in Table 2.1 for your application. & l a i & i t c o i t o i t o i t i t p i t p...

  • Page 40: Step 9-Set The System Clock

    Setup New Password Operation Lock-Unlock The Octopus 4000 is equipped with an internal clock that includes its own battery source. As a The use of a password will protect your controller result, you won’t need to set the clock in the event from unauthorized use.

  • Page 41: Step 11-Select Conductivity Temperature Compensation

    Programmable : Celsius or Fahrenheit NOTE: You can test the required percent adjust- ment setting by using water temperatures of known The Octopus 4000 controller is set to Fahrenheit at conductivity value and observing the conductivity the factory. readings. The readings should stay constant as the water changes temperature.

  • Page 42: Step 14-Enter Setpoint And Range Values

    Enter the setpoint menu from any position on the Octopus 4000 will activate the appropriate control Top Level Display by pressing Enter. Scroll left or device. (Control system must be properly configured right using the arrows until you arrive at the desired and programmed - steps 4, 5, 20 and 22).

  • Page 43: Temperature Setpoints

    0.1 °F (78.0 to 78.4). Figure 2.2 illustrates the relationship between the setpoint Enter a setpoint range (+/- value). The Octopus 4000 value, setpoint ranges and alarm ranges. will add/subtract this value from the setpoint value. If...

  • Page 44: Conductivity Setpoints

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Conductivity Setpoints Conductivity Example Setpoint programmable: 0.00 to 99.9 mS Suppose that you desire an optimal setpoint value 0 to 999 µS of 45 mS, an operating range of ±5 mS and an (.1mS increments;...

  • Page 45: Ph Setpoints

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software ORP Setpoints pH Setpoints Setpoint programmable in 5mV increments Setpoint programmable in .05 increments: 0 to 995 mV 4.00 to 10.00 Setpoint range FIXED: - 5 mV Setpoint range programmable in .05 increments: (control for low ORP only) 0.05 to 1.00...

  • Page 46: Step 15-Entering Alarm Range & Alarm Hold-Off Timer

    To reset the audible alarm you must push the programmed during alarm conditions. See figure Enter key once on the face of the Octopus 4000. 2.2. Systems with properly configured alarm This will terminate further audible and pager paging or TCP/IP connections running AquaWeb II alarms for that event.

  • Page 47: Temperature Alarm

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software pH Alarm Temperature Alarm Setup Alarm pH Alarm Setup Alarm Temp. Alarm Range programmable in .05 increments: Range programmable .1° increments: 0.05 to 1.00 0.1 to 3.0 °C/°F Enable the alarm system and set the alarm range.

  • Page 48: Step 16-Set Up Digital Input Alarm & Hold-Off

    Step 16—Set Up Digital Input To reset the audible alarm you must push the Enter Alarm & Hold-off key once on the face of the Octopus 4000. This will terminate further audible and pager alarms for that Setup Digital Input Alarm if Closed Holdoff event.

  • Page 49: Step 17-Set Up The Lighting System

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Step 18—Set up the Step 17—Set up the Lighting WaveMaker Timers System Setup Wave Maker Menu Wave Maker Setup Timers General Timers Timer 1..Timer 1A..Wave Maker 2B Each WaveMaker timer has a duration period.

  • Page 50: Step 19-Set Up The System Hold

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Step 19—Set up the System Cycle 1: (Top Diagram) Hold Pumps 1A and 2A are set to operate for 3 minutes (variable), with Pumps 1B and 2B off. This produces a flow pattern from left to right.

  • Page 51: Step 20 - Assign Control Module Addresses

    After the hold-off period has expired, it will activate the audible alarm (a standard feature) on the Octopus 4000 unit. If your Octopus 4000 has been configured and enabled for alarm pager sup- port, an alarm page will be sent indicating the pa-...
  • Page 52 • Good page = X As an example, an alarm for an Octopus 4000 unit (This is how many times the page was com- with serial number 003598, indicating a high pH and pleted.)

  • Page 53: Pager Enable/Disable

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Pager Phone Number Example Pager Enable/Disable The following is an example of the pager number Setup Pager Menu Pager Enable requiring a bit more than the eleven-digit phone number: The pager enable/disable command allows you to To reach the pager, it is necessary to:...

  • Page 54: Pager Delay

    The pager delay time is the amount of time that the ted.) Octopus 4000 controller waits after it has dialed the phone number before sending the serial number and alarm values to the pager service company. You will...

  • Page 55: Pager Tone/Pulse

    The pager baud rate is the actual speed in which the Octopus 4000 can transmit data to the modem. The Octopus 4000 baud rate can vary at rates from 300 baud to 19,200 baud. The default value is 19,200 baud, which is ideal and recommended. This value...

  • Page 56: Step 22-Enable Octopus 4000 System Control

    Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Programming the Software Step 23—Test the System Step 22—Enable Octopus 4000 Configuration System Control Setup Menu System Test Heater Test..High Operations Menu Control Menu Cond Test With the installation of the hardware components...

  • Page 57: Main Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Main Menu Map TOP LEVEL DISPLAY 08/15/05 11:45AM pH = 7.8 Current Readings Rotate thru Top Line of the Display ORP= 350mV CD 45.4mS Low Conductivity Hi Conductivity Hi Conductivity pH Setpoint pH Setpoint ORP Setpoint...

  • Page 58: Setpoints Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Setpoints Menu Map Setpoint s Enter to Select Cond Setpoint Exit Setpoint s Temp Setpoint ORP Setpoint pH S etpoint Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Cond Setpoint Temp Setpoint...

  • Page 59: Operation Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Operation Menu Map Operation Menu Enter to Select Clean Probes IR Printer Menu Exit Op. Menu Control Menu Probe Calibrate Lock-Unlock Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 60: Control Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Control Menu Map Control Menu Enter to Select WaveMaker Control Cond Cotnrol Exit Control Menu Heater Control Chiller Control Ozonizer Control Buffer Control CO2 Control Timer Control Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 61: Setup Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Setup Menu Map Setup Menu Enter to Select Digital Inputs Cond Menu Exit Setup Menu System Test Set Satellite ID New Password Temp Scal e Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Selec t Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 62: System Test Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps System Test Menu Map Test Menu Enter to Select Heater Test Chiller Test Ozonizer Test pH Buffer Doser Test CO2 Doxer Test Pump Test Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 63: Set Module Id Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Set Module ID Menu Map Set Module ID Enter to Select Low Cond ID High Cond ID Chiller ID Ozonizer ID Exit Module Control ID pH Buffer Doser ID Low Cond ID Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 64: Timer Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Timer Menu Map Timer Menu Enter to Select General Timers Date/Time Set Hold Timer Exit Timer Menu Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select General Timer 1 Exit Date/Time Show Date/Time Set Date/Time...

  • Page 65: Alarm Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Alarm Menu Map Alarm Menu Enter to Select Exit Alarm Menu pH Alarm ORP Alarm Temp. Alarm Cond. Alarm Set Holdoff Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 66: Datalogger Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps DataLogger Menu Map Data Logger Menu Enter to Select Flow Control Exit Data Logger Print Data Not Baud Rate Data Format Data Interval Field Delimiter Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 67: Pager Menu Map

    Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Menu Maps Pager Menu Map Pager Menu Enter to Select Page Now Exit Pager Menu Pager Enable Print Data Now ATTENTE ALPHAPA. REESSAI ALPHAP. RETRANSMIT. ALPH. Pager Tone/Pulse Baud Rate Data Format Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...
  • Page 69 OCTOPUS 4000 Aquatic monitor, control & alarm system OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Version 1.0...
  • Page 70 AQUADYNE Computer Corp. Licenses and Trademarks Octopus, AquaNode, AquaGuard, AquaWeb, O/S are trademarks of Aquadyne Computer Corp. Part Number 75-050805 Version 1.0 Aquadyne Computer Corporation 7343-P Ronson Road San Diego, CA 92111 www.aquadyne.com...
  • Page 71 Table of Contents Contents 1. Daily check list ..............3-5 2. Cleaning the Probes ............. 3-6 Cleaning the Temperature Probe ....................3-6 Cleaning pH and ORP Probes ......................3-6 Cleaning the Conductivity Probe ....................3-7 3. Calibrating the PROBES ............3-7 Calibrating the Conductivity Probe....................
  • Page 72 Table of Contents Setup Menu Map ..............3-19 System Test Menu Map ......................... 3-20 Set Module ID Menu Map ......................3-21 Timer Menu Map ..........................3-22 Alarm Menu Map ..........................3-23 DataLogger Menu Map ........................3-24 Pager Menu Map ..........................3-25 Troubleshooting - probes ............

  • Page 73: Daily Check List

    Operation & Maintenance 1. Daily check list The Octopus 4000 is designed to run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. By checking your Octopus controller daily, you Like all electronic equipment involved in safe- can identify any potential problem(s) early.

  • Page 74: Cleaning The Probes

    Refer to “Probes” in Troubleshooting would impede the probe from making accurate portion of this guide for tips involving readings. Aquadyne does not recommend the inaccurate probe readings. use of any hazardous chemicals when cleaning probes, unless the process is supervised by qualified personnel.

  • Page 75: Cleaning The Conductivity Probe

    Operation & Maintenance Cleaning the Conductivity Probe 3. Calibrating the PROBES The conductivity probe can develop deposits over the graphite sensors which will interfere with The Octopus has been calibrated at the accurate conductivity readings. Since such de- factory to pre-set standards. Since each posits are often colorless, they may go unnoticed.
  • Page 76 Cond Probe is Clean or Replace in. Aquadyne recommends calibrating Settling the Cond Probe the low range with a 718 µS buffer and the high range with a 58,640 µS buffer.

  • Page 77: Calibrating The Temperature Probe

    Operation Probe Calibrate Temp Calibration The pH probe requires a few more steps to calibrate. The pH calibration is done using two Aquadyne offers a temperature probe that is different buffer solutions. Standard buffer solution calibrated and accurate up to ±0.4 degrees. It is choices are pH 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,9 and 10.
  • Page 78 If you cleaned the probe and have tried to cali- (Alternating Message) brate twice and you are still having problems, you Place Probes in Press Enter to will need to purchase an Aquadyne replacement Buffer Sol. x.xx Begin Calibration probe. When preparing a new probe for first use, care- pH Probe fully remove the probe from the soaker bottle.

  • Page 79: Calibrating The Orp Probe

    Operation & Maintenance Calibrating the ORP Probe system. If the probes are not within the tolerance limits, the message will read, “Clean or Replace Probe.” Should this occur, clean the probe, and try Operation Probe Calibrate ORP Calibration to recalibrate it. Set up 3 cups Cup 1 - pH 7 with Quinhydrone;...

  • Page 80: Replacing A Probe

    (only for systems with an X-10 Power line interface and control modules) Replace your pH and ORP probes every 18 months for Aquadyne laboratory grade probes, 12 months for standard grade probes, or as needed Setup Menu System Test Heater Test..High for accuracy and reliability.

  • Page 81: Operating The Infrared Printer

    Operation & Maintenance Printer Menus 6. Operating the infrared printer The printer commands are accessed through the Operations Menu. This menu allows you to select the information you want to print. You will notice that in the bottom left hand corner of the Octopus controller face there is an Infrared The printer menu provides you with the choice of Port.

  • Page 82: Graph Data

    Operation & Maintenance Graph Data In the graph mode, the Octopus plots the data that it has collected over the week of operation. The printer will automatically scale the Y-axis to make sure that the plot will always display all of the data points.

  • Page 83: Main Menu Map

    Menu Maps Main Menu Map TOP LEVEL DISPLAY 08/15/05 11:45AM pH = 7.8 Current Readings Rotate thru Top Line of the Display ORP= 350mV CD 45.4mS Low Conductivity Hi Conductivity Hi Conductivity pH Setpoint pH Setpoint ORP Setpoint T= 78.2F pH= 8.20 Dwell Min.

  • Page 84: Setpoints Menu Map

    Menu Maps Setpoints Menu Map Setpoint s Enter to Select Cond Setpoint Exit Setpoint s Temp Setpoint ORP Setpoint pH S etpoint Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Cond Setpoint Temp Setpoint ORP Setpoint pH S etpoint Setpoint= XX.XmS...

  • Page 85: Operation Menu Map

    Menu Maps Operation Menu Map Operation Menu Enter to Select Clean Probes IR Printer Menu Exit Op. Menu Control Menu Probe Calibrate Lock-Unlock Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select System Control Probe Calibrate Probe Calibrate...

  • Page 86: Control Menu Map

    Menu Maps Control Menu Map Control Menu Enter to Select Timer Control WaveMaker Control Cond Cotnrol Exit Control Menu Heater Control Chiller Control Ozonizer Control Buffer Control CO2 Control Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 87: Setup Menu Map

    Menu Maps Setup Menu Map Setup Menu Enter to Select Digital Inputs Cond Menu Exit Setup Menu System Test Set Satellite ID New Password Temp Scal e Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Selec t Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...

  • Page 88: System Test Menu Map

    Menu Maps System Test Menu Map Test Menu Enter to Select Heater Test Chiller Test Ozonizer Test pH Buffer Doser Test CO2 Doxer Test Pump Test Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select XXX Test XXX Test...

  • Page 89: Set Module Id Menu Map

    Menu Maps Set Module ID Menu Map Set Module ID Enter to Select Low Cond ID High Cond ID Chiller ID Ozonizer ID Exit Module Control ID pH Buffer Doser ID Low Cond ID Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select...
  • Page 90 Menu Maps Timer Menu Map Timer Menu Enter to Select General Timers Set Hold Timer Date/Time Exit Timer Menu Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Hold Timer XX Min General Timer 1 Exit Date/Time Show Date/Time Set Date/Time Exit Timers...

  • Page 91: Alarm Menu Map

    Menu Maps Alarm Menu Map Alarm Menu Enter to Select Exit Alarm Menu pH Alarm ORP Alarm Temp. Alarm Cond. Alarm Set Holdoff Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Set Holdoff X Minutes XX Alarm...

  • Page 92: Datalogger Menu Map

    Menu Maps DataLogger Menu Map Data Logger Menu Enter to Select Flow Control Exit Data Logger Print Data Not Baud Rate Data Format Data Interval Field Delimiter Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Data Interval...

  • Page 93: Pager Menu Map

    Menu Maps Pager Menu Map Data Logger Menu Enter to Select Flow Control Exit Data Logger Print Data Not Baud Rate Data Format Data Interval Field Delimiter Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Enter to Select Data Interval...

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting - Probes

    If this does not resolve the problem, the probes must be shilded using metal conduit which has been grounded. If this does not resolve the problem contact Aquadyne. 3-26...
  • Page 95 This can affect probe accuracy and longevity. The controller compensates for induced voltage of 4 volts peak to peak. Please see tech tip at www.aquadyne.com for detailed troubleshooting info. Calibrate the probe using the procedure d. Probe is dirty, damaged described in this guide.
  • Page 96 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - probes (con’t) Symptom Possible Cause Solution g.bad calibration data Perform a factory reset at probe calibrate 2. No changes in parameter retained by unit menu. This will remove all manual calibra- probe readings (flat line) tion data and replace it with factory set- tings.

  • Page 97: Troubleshooting - X-10 Peripheral Equipment Response

    Interference on AC line Refer to “Troubleshooting X10 control” Technical Support at www.aquadyne.com for detailed infor- mation on troubleshooting line interfer- ence issues. 3-29...

  • Page 98: Troubleshooting - Modem/Pager

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - modem/pager Symptom Possible Cause Solution a. Modem and Octopus are 1. No response from modem Check to insure that the cables are fully not talking. plugged into the Octopus controller and the data rates and formats are set for the modem being used.

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting - Modem/Pager - (Con't)

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - modem/pager - (con’t) Symptom Possible Cause Solution When the alarm pager is activated, it dials 4. Page not going through An extra feature such as the number that was entered in the Octo- properly - con’t voice mailbox, etc.) on the pus sofware.

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting - Aquaweb Communications

    Octopus and the computer. The direct connect cable is non-standard and an Aquadyne cable is essential. Make sure that the datalogger options in the b. Incorrect Comm settings Octopus are set as follows:...

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting - Controller Errors

    Configuration file was lost file due power spike or power outage Try to plug Octopus 4000 into a different Power problems on particu- 2. At power cycle Octopus outlet and see if error is goes away. lar power line Octopus is screen says “error 759”...

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