Precision Digital Corporation Loop Leader+ Series Instruction Manual

Precision Digital Corporation Loop Leader+ Series Instruction Manual

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PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters
Instruction Manual
Large Display NEMA 4X, IP65 Loop-Powered Wall & Pipe Mounted Meters
4-20 mA Input Displayed with ±0.02% FS Accuracy
2.1 Volt Drop Maximum
2.8" (71 mm) 5 Alphanumeric 14-Segment Characters Top Display
1.5" (39 mm) 8 Alphanumeric 14-Segment Characters Bottom Display
20-Segment Bargraph with Numeric Percent Indication
(2) Open Collector Outputs Standard; Assignable to Pulse, Alarm, Timer, or Stopwatch
(2) Optional Loop-Powered Solid-State Relays; Assignable to Alarm, Control, Timer, or Stopwatch
Stopwatch & Timer Functions to Drive Relays & Open Collectors
Optional Isolated 4-20 mA Analog Output
Relay Pump Alternation Based on Level and Runtime
Display Relay Runtime & Cycle Count via Relay Info Menu
Round Horizontal Tank Function; Just Enter Diameter & Length
32-Point Linearization, Square Root Extraction and Programmable Exponent Function
Free PC-Based MeterView XL USB Programming Software
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HART
Protocol Transparent
Externally DC Powered Backlight with Red Backlight for Alarm Conditions
Safe Area Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F)
Conformal Coated PCBs for Dust & Humidity Protection
Password Protection
ATEX and IECEx Certified as Intrinsically Safe (PD4-6608 Only)
Pipe Mounting Kit Available
Light / Horn & Reset Button Accessory
Control Station Accessory for Remote Operation of Instrument
3-Year Warranty
PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION
233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA
Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990
www.predig.com
All Models
PD4-6608 Only
IECEx

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  • Page 1 Pipe Mounting Kit Available • Light / Horn & Reset Button Accessory • Control Station Accessory for Remote Operation of Instrument • 3-Year Warranty PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com...
  • Page 2 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual The Complete PD4-6600 Series General Purpose PD4-6603 PD4-6604 PD4-6624 Feet & Inches Meter Process Meter Flow Rate/Totalizer Hazardous Area PD4-6607 PD4-6608 PD4-6628 Feet & Inches Meter Process Meter Flow Rate/Totalizer...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction ......................6 Key Features ....................... 7 Ordering Information ..................10 Accessories ....................10 Specifications ....................13 Display ......................13 General ......................13 Input ......................14 Common Open Collector & Relay Specifications ........14 Open Collector Outputs ................
  • Page 4 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Setting the Display Features (DISPLAY) ............ 37 Changing the Engineering Units (UNITS) ..........37 Changing the Decimal Point (DEC. P T) ............37 Enabling or Disabling Commas on the Bottom Display (COMMA) ....38 Display Capabilities Optimization (TOP and BOTTOM)........
  • Page 5 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Table of Figures Figure 1. Meter Mounting Holes Location ............19 Figure 2. Meter Mounting Holes Dimensions ............. 19 Figure 3. Meter Dimensions – Side View ............19 Figure 4. Meter Dimensions - Front View ............19 Figure 5.
  • Page 6: Introduction

    -40 to 167°F (-40 to Limited Warranty 75°C) (for safe area products), conformally coated Precision Digital Corporation warrants this PCBs, and a backlit LCD that can be read in bright product against defects in material or sunlight or dimly lit areas.
  • Page 7: Key Features

    Users can use the dual-scale feature to display the One of the most convenient features of the PD4 input in two different scales. For instance, the Loop Leader+ Series is its large, dual line display. example above shows an application where the The PD4’s whopping 2.8" 5-character alphanumeric display shows the input in feet and gallons while the top display and 1.5"...
  • Page 8 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Password Protection Pump Alternation (ALTERN) A password can be set up for programming security to The PD4-6604 and PD4-6608 can be used as a pump prevent unauthorized changes to the programmed controller to alternate two pumps and indicate high and parameter settings.
  • Page 9 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Round Horizontal Tank Linearization Input Signal Conditioning (RH TANK) Functions (FUNCTION) This function automatically calculates the volume in a The Function menu is used to select the input signal round horizontal tank with flat ends and allows that conditioner applied to the input: linear, square root, reading to be displayed on the bottom display.
  • Page 10: Ordering Information

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Ordering Information PDA2360 Plastic Control Stations General Purpose Instruments Loop Leader+ PD4-6604 • General Purpose Model Description Large Display Loop-Powered Meter, PD4-6604–LNN General Purpose, No Options PD4-6604–L5N Large Display Loop-Powered Meter, General Purpose, Two Solid-State Relays and Model Description...
  • Page 11 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Light / Horn & Button Accessories Pipe Mounting Kit PD4-6604 Meter Shown mounted to pipe using PD4-6604 meter shown with MOD-PD2LHRB1 Red Light / PDA6260 pipe mounting kit. See Pipe Mounting Horn and Button. Meter sold separately. Instructions on page 20 for details.
  • Page 12 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual PDA1024-01 24 VDC Power Supply Useful Tools PD9501 Multi-Function Calibrator The PDA1024-01 is a DIN rail mounted 1.5 A, 24 VDC power supply that can be used to power the 4-20 mA transmitter. This PD9501 Multi-Function Calibrator has a variety...
  • Page 13: Specifications

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Specifications General Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C. Programming Buttons behind lower panel door & Free Method PC-based USB programming software Display Enclosure & Material: High impact Polycarbonate with UV Materials stabilizer enclosure, UL 94V-0 Display...
  • Page 14: Input

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Input Common Open Collector & Relay Specifications Input 4-20 mA Accuracy ±0.02% of span ±1 count, Number Two open collectors & two relays Square root and programmable exponent: 10-100% FS High or Low User programmable for high or low alarm Voltage Drop 2.1 V maximum Alarm...
  • Page 15: Solid-State Relays

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Solid-State Relays On-Board Digital Input Rating 250 VAC/VDC @ 1 A resistive Function Remote operation of front-panel buttons, 75 VA; 250 VAC; 0.6 A pilot duty acknowledge/reset relays, reset max/min (inductive) values, etc. See User section of Display Functions &...
  • Page 16: Meterview Xl Programming Software

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual General Compliance MeterView XL Programming Software Information Availability Free download from Electromagnetic Compatibility www.predig.com System Microsoft® Windows® 7 & 10 EMC Emissions • CFR 47 FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A Requirements emissions requirements (USA) Communications USB 2.0 (Standard USB A to USB B)
  • Page 17: Pd4-6608 Compliance Information

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual PD4-6608 Compliance For European Community: The PD4-6608 must be installed in accordance with Information the ATEX directive 2014/34/EU, the product certificates CML 18ATEX2091X, IECEx CML 18.0051X and the product manual. Hazardous Area Approvals There is no need to remove the meter from its case to ATEX II 1 G D...
  • Page 18: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual EU Declaration of Conformity Installation For shipments to the EU and UK, a Declaration of There is no need to open the clear plastic front cover Conformity was printed and included with the product. in order to complete the installation, wiring, and setup For reference, a Declaration of Conformity is also of the meter.
  • Page 19: Wall Mounting Instructions

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Mounting Dimensions Wall Mounting Instructions The meter can be mounted to any wall using the four provided mounting holes. Note that the bottom mounting holes are located underneath the lower door panel. To mount the meter to a wall, follow these instructions •...
  • Page 20: Pipe Mounting Instructions

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Pipe Mounting Instructions The meter can also be mounted to a pipe using the optional pipe mounting kit (PDA6260). This kit includes two mounting plates, two U-bolts, and the necessary nuts and bolts. To mount the meter to a pipe using the pipe mounting kit accessory, follow these instructions.
  • Page 21: Meterview Xl Programming Software

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual 4. Double-click MeterView XL Windows Installer MeterView XL Programming Package file to open: Software Free, PC-based, MeterView XL software that connects to the meter via a USB cable is available for programming and setup of the meters. This software 5.
  • Page 22: Connecting To The Computer

    Loop Leader+ meter. to confirm the installation: Connecting to the Computer Loop Leader+ series meters may be connected to any Windows 7 or Windows 10 PC via the provided USB cable by following these steps: Open the MeterView XL software.
  • Page 23: Connections

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Connections All connections are made to screw terminal connectors located behind the lower panel door. Remove the single securing screw in order to access the wiring terminals. This section is only intended for PD4-6604 safe area installations. •...
  • Page 24: Wiring Diagrams

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Wiring Diagrams Safe Area Current Loop (4-20 mA) Connections Signal connections are made to a four-terminal • PD4-6608 installation must be performed in connector labeled INPUTS. See Connectors Labeling accordance with Control Drawing LIM4-6600-2 on page 23.
  • Page 25: Safe Area 4-20 Ma Output Connections

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Safe Area 4-20 mA Output Remote Operation of Meter Connections The meter can be operated remotely by connecting a PDA2364-MRUE control station to the Remote Contacts Connections for the 4-20 mA transmitter output are located behind the lower panel door of the meter as made to the connector terminals labeled mA OUT.
  • Page 26: Wiring Connections For Mod-Pd2Lh Models

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Wiring Connections for MOD-PD2LH Models The following diagram is for MOD-PD2LH models with a single color light. The Light / Horn cannot be powered by the 4-20 mA loop. To use the Light / Horn an external power supply must be used such as the PDA1024-01 as the following diagram illustrates.
  • Page 27: Setup And Programming

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Setup and Programming The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to display 0.00 to 100.00, which corresponds to the 4-20 mA input. The calibration equipment is traceable to NIST standards. Overview There are no jumpers to set; setup and programming is done by using the buttons (MENU, NEXT, UP, ENTER) located behind the lower panel door of the meter or PC-based software.
  • Page 28: Programming Buttons

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Programming Buttons Button Description Button Description Bargraph with Percentage Indication Menu Up Arrow/F2 Right Acknowledge Arrow/F1 (Enter)/F3 • Press the Menu button to enter or exit the Programming Mode at any time. • Press or hold the Right-Arrow button to scroll forward through the menus, select digits during numeric programming, select characters during text programming, or decrement the value of a digit or character selected with the Up-Arrow button.
  • Page 29: Display Functions & Messages

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages Display Functions & Messages Parameter Action/Setting Description The meter displays various functions and messages during setup, programming, and operation. The following table Kg/M2 Kilograms per square meter shows the main menu functions and messages in the order mBAr Millibar they appear in the menu.
  • Page 30 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages Display Functions & Messages Parameter Action/Setting Description Parameter Action/Setting Description DISP ADVANCED Program the meter’s advanced Program display 2 value (up to 32 points) features DSP 2 PV SETUP Advanced input programming Enter the display 2 value (PV 1 &...
  • Page 31 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages Display Functions & Messages Parameter Action/Setting Description Parameter Action/Setting Description DISP PV STR-STP Display the PV Start or stop the stopwatch Display the PV’s percentage of PCT PV TARE. F N Set the function key or digital input max (20 mA) to tare the display...
  • Page 32 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages Display Functions & Messages Parameter Action/Setting Description Parameter Action/Setting Description COMMA Enable or disable the use of a Display the tag comma on the bottom display STPWATCH Display the stopwatch ENABLE Enable comma (default) TIMR OC1...
  • Page 33: Main Menu

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Main Menu The main menu consists of all the meter’s programmable functions: Input, Output, Advanced, and Display. • Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Right-Arrow button to move forward through the menu and the Up-Arrow button to move back.
  • Page 34: Setting Numeric Values

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Setting Numeric Values The numeric values are set using the Right and Up-Arrow buttons. Press Right-Arrow to select next digit and Up-Arrow to increment digit value. The selected digit will flash. Press and hold Up-Arrow to auto-increment the display value. If you have made a mistake or would like to enter a new value, select the left-most digit, and press and hold the Right-Arrow button until all digits reset to zero.
  • Page 35: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Input (Input)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Scaling the 4-20 mA Input (INPUT) It is very important to read the following information before proceeding to program the meter: • The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to display 0.00 to 100.00 gal, which corresponds to the 4-20 mA input.
  • Page 36: Available Unit Classes And Units

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Available Unit Classes and Units Weight Units (WEIGHT) The meter has six available preprogrammed unit Grams classes: volume, height, temperature, pressure, Kilograms weight, and rate. Each unit class has the following tonnE Tonnes (metric) available units to choose from: Ounces Pounds...
  • Page 37: Setting Custom Units (Custom)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Setting Custom Units (CUSTOM) When the desired unit class or unit of measure within a class is not available, a custom unit may be programmed. Select the CUSTOM menu (or CUSTOM unit within a unit class) to enter a custom unit name. Text values are set using the Right and Up arrow buttons.
  • Page 38: Enabling Or Disabling Commas On The Bottom Display (Comma)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Dual-Scale Mode: Enabling or Disabling Commas on Top Display: Toggling Between Process Variable and Units the Bottom Display (COMMA) Bottom Display: Toggling Between Process Variable (in different scale) and Different Units The bottom display is set to show a comma separating the thousands and millions place by default if a numeric value is being displayed.
  • Page 39: Configuring The Display (Top And Bottom)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Configuring the Display (TOp and BOTTOM) The display is configured using the TOP and BOTTOM menus in the DISPLY menu. Additional menus are available if the meter is in dual-scale mode to allow the second PV to be displayed on either the top or bottom display. The top display (TOP) can display: The bottom display (BOTTOM) can display: •...
  • Page 40: Programming The Bargraph (Bargraph)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Programming the Bargraph (BARGRAPH) The bargraph is a standard feature on all PD4 models and is useful in applications where a visual representation of the process variable’s percentage of full scale is desirable. This feature can be enabled or disabled using the Bargraph menu (BARGRAPH).
  • Page 41: Open Collector Outputs (Open Collectr)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Open Collector Outputs (OPEN COLLECTR) The meter is equipped with two NPN open collector outputs as a standard feature that may be set up for pulse outputs, alarms, timed pulses, or disabled. Pulse outputs can be set to transmit the PV value (PV1 or PV2 if meter is in dual-scale mode). Output 2 may be used to generate a quadrature output based on the other open collector output.
  • Page 42 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Pulse Output (PULSE) The pulse outputs may be programmed to generate a scaled frequency based on the PV and a programmable factor. The factor determines the number of pulses per second generated per unit of measure. For example, if the meter display shows 100 gallons and the factor is set to 2, the number of pulses generated per second would be 200.
  • Page 43 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Alarm (ALARM) Alarm outputs may be assigned to the PV or the digital input. When assigned to the PV, the alarm may be set as either a high alarm or a low alarm. Alarm actions (AUTO, AUTO. M AN, LATCH, L-CLEAR) determine how and when the alarm should be reset.
  • Page 44 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Flashing Red Alarm (RED) The last two lines in the preceding menu flow chart show how to program the display to turn red, flash, and display a message when an alarm occurs. Alarm 1 is High Alarm: Alarm 2 is Low Alarm: Timer (TIMER) The timer output may be set to generate the timed pulse only once (ONESHOT) or continuously (CONT).
  • Page 45 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Stopwatch (STPWATCH) The stopwatch function may be used to manually run and control a process for a specific time interval up to 99 hrs., 59 min, and 59 seconds. The stopwatch function may be assigned to any open collector. There are three settings needed to use the function effectively.
  • Page 46: Solid-State Relay Outputs (Relay)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Solid-State Relay Outputs (RELAY) The meter can be optionally equipped with two solid-state relays that may be set up for alarms, timer, stopwatch, or pump control. Alternatively, they may be disabled. Alarms are available based on the PV value or the digital input. The alarm status will show on the display even if the output is not wired.
  • Page 47 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Alarm (ALARM) Alarm outputs may be assigned to the PV or the digital input. When assigned to the PV, the alarm may be set as either a high alarm or a low alarm. Alarm actions (AUTO, AUTO. M AN, LATCH, L-CLEAR) determine how and when the alarm should be reset.
  • Page 48 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Pump Control (PUMPCTRL) The pump control output is used in situations where the relays are used to control pumps. There are two options available for controlling pumps: on-off (ON-OFF) and pump alternation (ALTERN). ON-OFF will turn the relay on at a programmed on point and off at a programmed off point.
  • Page 49 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Pump Alternation (ALTERN) Pump alternation sets the two relays to alternate every time the first on point (ON 1) is reached. The active relay will turn off once the first off point (OFF 1) is reached. If the PV reaches the second on point (ON 2), the other relay will also turn on.
  • Page 50 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Pump Control with Alternation & Alarm Example The following is a typical application where the relays and open collectors are used for pump alternation and high and low level alarm. Pump and Alarm On & Off Point Programming Relay On Point Off Point...
  • Page 51 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Timer (TIMER) The timer output may be set to generate the timed pulse only once (ONESHOT) or continuously (CONT). The timer output produces a constant width pulse at a constant frequency, if set as continuous timer. Program the Off Delay (OFF.
  • Page 52: Isolated 4-20 Ma Output (4-20 Ma)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Runtime & Cycle Count (INFO) The relay information menu shows runtime and cycle count for each relay. These values may be cleared at any time by selecting the Clear option (CLEAR?). ENTER MENU Isolated 4-20 mA Output (4-20 mA) The 4-20 mA menu is used to scale the isolated 4-20 mA output based on display values.
  • Page 53: Advanced Features Menu (Advanced)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Advanced Features Menu (ADVANCED) To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the Advanced Features menu. The options under advanced features include advanced PV setup, cutoff, filter, password, function key programming, and system settings.
  • Page 54: Advanced Process Variable Setup (Adv Pv Setup)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Advanced Process Variable Setup (ADV PV SETUP) The Advanced PV Setup menu contains options to apply input signal conditioning functions to the input and to scale/calibrate the input signal. PV SETUP ENTER MENU ENTER MENU FUNCT...
  • Page 55 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Square Root Linearization (SQROOT) The square root function can be used to linearize the signal from a differential pressure transmitter and display flow rate in engineering units. PD4-6604 Displaying Flow Rate by Applying the Square Root Function to the Output of a DP Transmitter. ENTER MENU FUNCT...
  • Page 56 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Programmable Exponent Linearization (EXPONENT) The programmable exponent can be used to linearize the signal from level transmitters in open-channel flow applications using weirs and flumes. The PD4-6604, in combination with an ultrasonic level transmitter, makes for an economical way to measure and display open channel flow rate in most weirs and flumes.
  • Page 57 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual The Programmable Exponent function is programmed in the following manner: ENTER ENTER FUNCT 1. 5 000 EXPONENT EXPONENT SCALE. C AL ENTER ENTER ENTER SCALE SCALE UNITS RATE CUSTOM UNITS RATE ENTER ENTER Rate Time Bases Rate Units...
  • Page 58 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Multi-Point Linearization (LINEAR) Up to 32 linearization points can be selected for PV1 and PV2 under the LINEAR function. Multi-point linearization can be used to linearize the input so the meter can display volume from non-linear tanks or to convert level to flow using weirs and flumes with complex exponent.
  • Page 59 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Round Horizontal Tank Linearization (RH TANK) This function automatically calculates the volume in a round horizontal tank with flat ends. It is only available for PV2 while the meter is in dual-scale mode. For instructions on how to enable PV2 see Changing System Settings (SYSTEM) on page 64.
  • Page 60 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Advanced Scaling and Calibration (SCALE. C AL) This menu offers options to scale or calibrate the meter. Scaling the Input (SCALE) The scale menu in the Advanced menu is the same as the scale menu in the Input menu. See Scaling the 4-20 mA Input (INPUT) on page 35 for details about scaling the meter.
  • Page 61: Low-Flow Cutoff (Cutoff)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Low-Flow Cutoff (CUTOFF) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady output from a differential pressure transmitter at low flow rates always displays zero on the meter. The cutoff value may be programmed from 0.1 to 99999.
  • Page 62: Programmable Function Keys User Menu (User)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Programmable Function Keys User Menu (USER) The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, and F3, and the digital input (located on the input signal connector) to access some of the menus or to activate certain functions immediately (e.g. reset max &...
  • Page 63 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Function Keys & Digital Input Display Description Available Settings SETPT. R 2 Set relay 2 set point Refer to the following table for descriptions of each SWATCH. F N Set the function key or digital input to available function key or digital input setting.
  • Page 64: Changing System Settings (System)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Enabling the Function Key Hint Enabling the Dual-Scale Feature Feature (HINT) (PV2) Enabling the function key hint feature will cause a hint message to be displayed when pressing the F1, F2, or F3 function keys. This text gives a brief description of what the button is programmed to do.
  • Page 65 PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Calibrating the Internal mA Reference (ICAL) The Internal Calibration menu is part of the Advanced menu. Internal Calibration is performed as follows: The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to display Press the Menu button to enter 0.00 to 100.00, which corresponds to the 4-20 mA input.
  • Page 66: Meter Operation

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Meter Operation Function Keys Operation The meter is equipped with four buttons behind the During operation, the programmable function keys lower panel door used for operation of the meter. operate according to the way they have been programmed in the Advanced Features –...
  • Page 67: Runtime & Cycle Count (Info)

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Runtime & Cycle Count (INFO) Changing Engineering Units The relay information menu shows runtime and cycle During operation of the meter, it is possible to change count for each relay. These values may be cleared at the display units within the selected unit class without the need to re-scale the meter.
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Determining Software Version This product is a highly sophisticated instrument with To determine the software (firmware) version of a an extensive list of features and capabilities. If the meter: front panel buttons are used to program the meter, it Press the Menu button to enter can be a difficult task to keep everything straight.
  • Page 69: Factory Default Settings

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Factory Default Settings Pump Ctrl On 70.00 Pump Ctrl Off 60.00 The following table shows the factory setting for most Pump Ctrl On of the programmable parameters on the meter. DELAY ON 0 seconds Delay Parameter Display...
  • Page 70: Troubleshooting Tips

    PD4-6604 & PD4-6608 Loop-Powered Meters Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Tips Certain sequences of events can cause unexpected results. To solve these issues, it is best to start fresh from factory defaults and use the manual as a step by step programming guide, rather than a random approach to programming. See Reset Meter to Factory Defaults on page 68 for details on resetting the meter to factory defaults.
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  • Page 72 Email: sales@predig.com Place Orders Email: orders@predig.com For the latest version of this manual please visit www.predig.com PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION 233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990 www.predig.com LIM4-6604_A SFT124 Ver 2.000 & up...

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