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All rights reserved. It is prohibited to reproduce this documentation, or any part thereof, without the prior written authorisation of KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH. Subject to change without notice. Copyright 2023 by KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH - Ludwig-Krohne-Str. 5 - 47058 Duisburg (Germany) www.krohne.com 02/2023 - 4005813604 - MA OPTIWAVE 3500 R04 en...
CONTENTS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1 Safety instructions 1.1 Software history ....................... 6 1.2 Intended use ........................7 1.3 Certification ........................8 1.4 Radio approvals ........................ 9 1.4.1 European Union (EU)....................... 9 1.4.2 U.S.A............................11 1.4.3 Canada........................... 13 1.5 Safety instructions from the manufacturer ..............14 1.5.1 Copyright and data protection ....................
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CONTENTS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.5.1 Non-Ex devices ........................44 4.5.2 Devices for hazardous locations................... 45 4.6 Ingress protection ......................45 4.7 Networks ........................46 4.7.1 General information......................46 4.7.2 Point-to-point connection..................... 46 4.7.3 Multidrop networks....................... 47 5 Start-up 5.1 Start-up checklist......................48 5.2 How to start the device....................
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CONTENTS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.5 Returning the device to the manufacturer..............116 7.5.1 General information......................116 7.5.2 Form (for copying) to accompany a returned device............117 7.6 Disposal ........................117 7.7 Disassembly and recycling................... 118 7.7.1 General notes........................118 7.7.2 Compact version (C)......................118 8 Technical data 8.1 Measuring principle......................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.1 Software history "Firmware revision" agrees with NAMUR NE 53. It is a series of numbers used to record the revision status of embedded software (firmware) in electronic equipment assemblies. It gives data on the type of changes made and the effect that changes have on compatibility.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C Release Printed circuit Firmware Electronic Hardware Changes and Documentation date assembly revision revision revision compatibility 2022-11-23 1.36.09 ER2.2.0 4002905801c Changes to the HB OPTIWAVE (LCD display option) microcontroller 3500 R04 Main and Support 4002815711_ Sensor...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.3 Certification Product marking Figure 1-1: Examples of marking logo The manufacturer certifies successful testing of the product by applying the conformity mark on the device. This device fulfils the statutory requirements of the relevant directives.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.4 Radio approvals 1.4.1 European Union (EU) INFORMATION! LPR (Level Probing Radar) devices measure level in the open air or in a closed space (a metallic tank etc.). TLPR (Tank Level Probing Radar) devices measure level in a closed space only. You can use LPR devices for TLPR applications.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C • TLPR (Tank Level Probing Radar) are required to be installed at a permanent fixed position at a closed (not open) metallic tank or reinforced concrete tank, or similar enclosure structure made of comparable attenuating material;...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.4.2 U.S.A. INFORMATION! LPR (Level Probing Radar) devices measurement level in the open air or in a closed space (a metallic tank etc.). TLPR (Tank Level Probing Radar) devices measure of level in a closed space only.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C S/N: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Manufacturing date: YYYY-MM-DD Tag No: Figure 1-3: U.S.A.: radio approval information on the nameplate 1 Type code (defined in order) 2 HVIN (Hardware Version Identification Number). This number gives the radar signal frequency (80GHZ = 80 GHz), the...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.4.3 Canada INFORMATION! LPR (Level Probing Radar) devices measure level in the open air or in a closed space (a metallic tank etc.). TLPR (Tank Level Probing Radar) devices measure level in a closed space only.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C S/N: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Manufacturing date: YYYY-MM-DD Tag No: Figure 1-4: Canada: radio approval information on the nameplate 1 Type code (defined in order) 2 HVIN (Hardware Version Identification Number). This number gives the radar signal frequency (80GHZ = 80 GHz), the...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C completely against access by third parties. We hereby expressly prohibit the use of the contact data published as part of our duty to publish an imprint for the purpose of sending us any advertising or informational materials that we have not expressly requested.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 1.5.5 Warnings and symbols used Safety warnings are indicated by the following symbols. DANGER! This warning refers to the immediate danger when working with electricity. DANGER! This warning refers to the immediate danger of burns caused by heat or hot surfaces.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 2.1 Scope of delivery INFORMATION! Do a check of the packing list to make sure that you have all the elements given in the order. Figure 2-1: Scope of delivery 1 Signal converter, process connection and antenna in the ordered version...
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 2.2 Device description This device is an 80 GHz FMCW-radar level transmitter. It is a non-contact technology and is 2- wire loop-powered. It is designed to measure the distance, level, mass, volume and reflectivity of liquids, pastes and slurries.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 2.3 Visual Check WARNING! If the display screen glass is broken, do not touch. INFORMATION! Inspect the packaging carefully for damages or signs of rough handling. Report damage to the carrier and to the local office of the manufacturer.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 2.4 Nameplates INFORMATION! Look at the device nameplate to ensure that the device is delivered according to your order. Check for the correct supply voltage printed on the nameplate. 2.4.1 Nameplate (examples) Figure 2-4: Non-Ex nameplate attached to the housing...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.1 General notes on installation INFORMATION! Inspect the packaging carefully for damages or signs of rough handling. Report damage to the carrier and to the local office of the manufacturer. INFORMATION! Do a check of the packing list to make sure that you have all the elements given in the order.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.3 Transport Figure 3-2: How to lift the device WARNING! Lift the device carefully to prevent damage to the PEEK antenna and polished parts. 3.4 Pre-installation requirements INFORMATION! Obey the precautions that follow to make sure that the device is correctly installed.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.5 Pressure and temperature ranges WARNING! The process connection temperature range must agree with the temperature limits of the gasket material. The operating pressure range is subject to the process connection used and the flange temperature.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.6 Recommended mounting position CAUTION! Follow these recommendations to make sure that the device measures correctly. They have an effect on the performance of the device. We recommend that you prepare the installation when the tank is empty.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Point the device in the correct direction to get the best performance Figure 3-5: Point the device in the correct direction to get the best performance 1 Cable entry 2 Nearest tank wall 3 Tank centerline Point the cable entries on the housing in the direction of the tank centerline.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.6.2 Tanks with dish-shaped and conical bottoms Dish-shaped or conical bottoms have an effect on the measuring range. The device cannot measure to the bottom of the tank. If possible, install the device as shown in the illustration that...
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.7 Mounting restrictions CAUTION! Follow these recommendations to make sure that the device measures correctly. They have an effect on the performance of the device. We recommend that you prepare the installation when the tank is empty.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 3-8: Equipment and obstacles: how to prevent measurement of interference signals 1 Do not tilt the device more than 2° 2 We recommend that you do an empty spectrum recording if there are too many obstacles in the radar beam (for more data, refer to Empty spectrum recording on page 93).
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Product inlets Figure 3-9: Product inlets 1 The device is in the correct position. 2 The device is too near to the product inlet. CAUTION! Do not put the device near to the product inlet. If the product that enters the tank touches the antenna, the device will measure incorrectly.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.7.2 Process connections Requirements for hygienic connections: General notes WARNING! Installation conditions for EHEDG-approved devices • To prevent contamination of the tank contents by microorganisms, make sure that the bottom of the antenna is flush with the inner surface of the tank.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! Nozzles and sockets To make the cleaning of the antenna easier, attach the device to a short process connection. The height (L) of the process connection must be L <(D-d), where D is the diameter of the process connection and d is the diameter of the antenna.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C WARNING! EHEDG-approval You can only use EHEDG-approved devices that have a Tri-Clamp® connection with a Combifit T-seal. Equipment needed: • Device • Gasket (not supplied) • Clamp (not supplied) How to attach a device with a Tri-Clamp® connection •...
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Refer to local rules and regulations for the correct torque to apply to the connection. DIN 11864-1 (hygienic) connections: installation procedure Figure 3-13: DIN 11864-1 connection: installation procedure 1 Tank socket 2 Union nut for DIN 11864-1 connection INFORMATION! DIN 11864-1 Form A agrees with EHEDG design criteria.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! The SMS connection does not agree with 3-A® and EHEDG sanitary design standards. Equipment needed: • Device • Gasket (not supplied) • SMS union nut How to attach a device with a SMS connection • Make sure the tank connection is level.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.8 How to turn or remove the display module (option) If there is an object adjacent to the device that makes it difficult to read the display, you can rotate the display in increments of 90°.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C • Use the display extractor to remove the display module from the housing. Put the display extractor in the slots on the module for these clips. • Carefully remove the display module from housing and then remove the display extractor from the display module.
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INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 3-18: Installation of the weather protection 1 Put the weather protection clamp around the top of the device. 2 Attach the two locking nuts to the threads on the weather protection clamp. Tighten the lock- ing nuts with a 10-mm socket wrench.
INSTALLATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 3.9.2 How to open the weather protection Figure 3-19: How to open the weather protection 1 Remove the R-clip from the hole at the front of the weather protection cover. 2 Remove the weather protection cover.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.1 Safety instructions DANGER! All work on the electrical connections may only be carried out with the power disconnected. Take note of the voltage data on the nameplate! DANGER! Observe the national regulations for electrical installations! DANGER! For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply;...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.3 Electrical installation: output options with cable gland Figure 4-1: Terminals for electrical installation: standard cable gland 1 Internal grounding terminal (for the shield wire) 2 Current output - 3 Current output + 4 Internal grounding terminal...
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 4-2: How to open the terminal compartment cover Equipment needed: • 3-mm Allen wrench (not supplied) • Cover wrench Procedure 1 Loosen the lock screw with a 3-mm Allen wrench. 2 Remove the cover stop.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 4-3: Procedure for electrical installation Equipment needed: • POZIDRIV® PZ1 screwdriver (not supplied) Procedure 1 Loosen the cable gland. Put the electrical wires into the cable entry. Loosen the terminal screws with a POZIDRIV® PZ1 screwdriver. Connect the electrical wires to the connector.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 4-4: How to close the terminal compartment cover Equipment needed: • 3-mm Allen wrench (not supplied) 1 Put the cover on the housing 2 Turn the cover clockwise until it is fully engaged. 3 Attach the cover stop and lock screw.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.4 Electrical installation: output options with an M12 male connector Figure 4-5: Terminals for electrical installation: 4-pin male M12 connector 1 Pin 1: current output + 2 Pin 2: not connected 3 Pin 3: current output -...
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.5.2 Devices for hazardous locations DANGER! For electrical data for device operation in hazardous locations, refer to the related certificates of compliance and supplementary instructions (ATEX, IECEx etc.). This documentation can be downloaded from the website (Download Center).
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.7 Networks 4.7.1 General information The device uses the HART® communication protocol. This protocol agrees with the HART® Communication Foundation standard. The device can be connected point-to-point. It can also have a polling address of 1 to 63 in a multi-drop network.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OPTIWAVE 3500 C 4.7.3 Multidrop networks Figure 4-9: Multidrop network (non-Ex) 1 Address of the device (each device must have a different address in multidrop networks) 2 4 mA + HART® 3 Resistor for HART® communication (typically 250 ohms) 4 Power supply 5 HART®...
START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C 5.1 Start-up checklist Check these points before you energize the device: • Are all the wetted components (antenna, flange and gaskets) chemically resistant to the product in the tank? • Does the information on the signal converter nameplate agree with the operating data? •...
START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C 5.4 Digital display screen If you remove the housing cover, you can push the buttons on the keypad. If you cannot remove the housing cover, you can operate the keypad with a bar magnet. For more data, refer to Keypad buttons on page 50.
START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C Display in Program mode Figure 5-2: Display screen layout in Program mode 1 Menu number or menu item number 2 Location (menu) of sub-menu or menu item 3 Menu item name 5.4.2 Keypad buttons Functions of keypad buttons...
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START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C How to push the keypad buttons with your hand Figure 5-3: How to push the keypad buttons with your hand Equipment needed • Cover wrench 1 Remove the housing cover with the cover wrench supplied with the device.
START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! It is not necessary to remove the display housing cover to do this procedure. • Hold the bar magnet near to a keypad button. The keypad button will operate. If you must operate the button more than one time, remove the bar magnet and then hold it near to the button again.
START-UP OPTIWAVE 3500 C 5.6 Remote communication with the AMS™ Device Manager The AMS™ Device Manager is an industrial Plant Asset Management (PAM) software tool. Its role is to: • Store configuration information for each device. • Support HART® and FOUNDATION™ fieldbus devices.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.1 User modes Normal mode This mode shows measurement data and status messages. For more data about measurements, refer to Normal mode on page 54. For more data about status messages, refer to Status messages and diagnostic data on page 105.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! Current output and LCD display settings When you do the Standard setup procedure, the measurement value on the first measurement page of the LCD display (in Normal mode) automatically uses settings with the same parameters and values as the current output settings (measurement variable, 0% range and 100% range).
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! How to change the number of digits and decimal places in the measurement values shown in Normal mode 1st Measurement Page: Go to menu C6.4 1st Measur. Page and then change the number of digits and decimal places in C6.4.5 Format 1st value, C6.4.7 Format 2nd value or C6.4.9 Format 3rd...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Measurement type Description Available units Volume This is a display and an output function option. m³, L, hL (hectolitre), in³, ft³, It gives the volume or mass of the tank gal (US gallons), ImpGal contents. This data is available if you prepare a (Imperial gallons), yd³, bbl...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C • Use the C Full Setup menu to change settings. You can set up a conversion table for volume or mass measurement, change current output values, change HART® settings, change how the measurement data is shown in Normal mode, read device identification data, change critical parameters for difficult process conditions, change the password, change measurement units or reset the device to factory default settings.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 6-3: Lock symbol 1 Lock symbol. If the display shows this symbol, you cannot change the setting. How to change the password • Push [>] to enter Program mode. • Push 2 × [ ▼ ], [>], 5 × [ ▼ ], [>], [ ▼ ] and [>] to go to the menu C7.2 Security.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.3.3 How to get access to the Quick Setup menu The Quick Setup menu contains the menu items that are necessary for most configurations of the device. The menu items are divided into 2 groups: "Standard Setup" and "Empty Spectrum".
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.3.4 Keypad functions Menu navigation Figure 6-4: Menu navigation 1 Menu number or menu item number 2 Location (menu) of sub-menu or menu item 3 Menu item name This is what you see when you are in Program mode. The functions of the buttons are given in the...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Lists of parameters in menu items Figure 6-5: Lists of parameters in menu items 1 Menu item with parameter stored at this time (first screen). Push [>] to enter the menu item. 2 Push [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ] to change the parameter 3 Push [ ↲...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Values in menu items Figure 6-6: Values in menu items 1 Menu item with values stored at this time (first screen). Push [>] to enter the menu item. A cursor shows on the first digit. 2 Push [>] again and again to move the cursor. Push [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ] to change the value of the digit. If the digit is part of a number, then make a selection from 0...9.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C INFORMATION! Values in menu items If the digit is part of a custom unit name, then refer to the list of available characters that follows: Numbers Lower case letters Upper case letters Special characters 6.3.5 How to save settings changed in Program mode •...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.3.6 Menu overview Menu overview: A – Quick Setup Normal Program Menu A Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ A Quick Setup A1 Language A2Tag A3 Login A4 Application A4.1 Standard Setup...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu overview: B – Test Normal Program Menu B Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > B Test B1 Simulation B1.1 Set Value B1.1.2 Level B1.1.3 Distance...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu overview: C – Full Setup Normal Program Menu C Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > C Full Setup C1 Install. C1.1 Tank Type Parameters C1.2 Tank Height...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Normal Program Menu C Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > C Full Setup C5.1 HART C5.1.1 Current Loop Mode Communication C5.1.2.1 Identification / Polling Address C5.1.2.2 Identification / Tag...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Normal Program Menu C Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > C Full Setup C6 Display C6.4 1st Meas. page C6.4.1 Function C6.4.2 1st Value Variable C6.4.3 0% Range...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Normal Program Menu C Submenus > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > ↲ ↓ ↑ > C Full Setup C7 Device C7.5 Units C7.5.1 Length C7.5.2.1 Cst. Length / Text C7.5.2.2 Cst.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default Login Enter the appropriate password here 4-digit hexadecimal password Refer to to change settings. If you do not enter "Function the password, you can only change description" settings for the "user" access level.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C B – Test menu Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B1 Simulation B1.1 Set Value B1.1.2 Level This sets the device to a given test level min-max: value. Make sure that menu item -4900.0...+5100.0 m / C4.1.1 Current Out.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B1.1.5 Level Lin. This sets the device to a given test level min-max: value (linearized). This menu item is -5000.0...+5000.0 m / only available if you set up a -196.85...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B1.1.8 Distance Lin. This sets the device to a given test min-max: distance value (linearized). This menu -5000.0...+5000.0 m / item is only available if you set up a -196.85...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B1.2 Output B1.2.1 Current Output 1 This sets analogue output 1 to a test 3.6...21.5 mA value [mA]. Output will change to the selected value, independent of the measured value.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default B2.11 Ullage Volume This menu item shows the ullage Read only — volume readings measured at this time. This measurement data is shown with the units set in menu C7.5 Units.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C C – Full Setup menu Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C1 Install. Parameters C1.1 Tank Type The conditions in which the device is used. If Agitator, Process, Process the surface of the product is flat, select Storage "Storage".
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C1.10 Reference Offset relating to a reference location min-max: 0 m / 0 ft Offset (distance). This value is positive when the -5000.0…+5000.0 m / reference location is above the device flange -196.85...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C2.4 Measuring In "Direct" mode, the level signal is a Direct, TBF Auto, Direct Mode reflection on the surface of the tank TBF Full contents. If the dielectric constant is very low, the device uses "TBF Auto"...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C2.8 Empty This function starts and stops the Disabled, Enabled Disabled Spectrum interference signal filter. Interference Enable signals are the result of fixed and moving obstacles inside the tank. If you must do a spectrum analysis, record an empty spectrum first.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C3.2.5 Conv. Value Enter the conversion value (volume, mass or min-max: Volume: linearization) for the point given in C3.2.2. Volume: 0.0 m³ / 0.0 gal Mass: Push [ ↲ ] to confirm the conversion value 0.0...100.0...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C4.1.5 Error Function This sets the behaviour of current output 1 if Off, Low, High, Hold an error occurs. If this menu item is set to "Off", no signal is given (this parameter is not available if menu item C4.1.4 is set to...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C5.1.2 Identification C5.1.2.1 Polling Address A polling address more than 0 will start 000...063 HART® multi-drop mode. If you start HART® multi-drop mode, the current output stays constant at 4 mA.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C5.1.4 HART Variables C5.1.4.1 Current Out. 1 This is the first measurement type shown on Level, Distance, Distance Var. HART® controllers. Make a selection from Sensor Value, Reflection the list.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C6.4.3 0% Range This is the 0% value given to the bar graph Refer to "Function Refer to indicator in Normal mode. The range is description". "Function related to the measurement type set in description".
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C6.4.9 Format 3rd You can change the number of decimal X.XXX Value places that are shown for the second value X.X, on the measurement page in Normal mode. X.XX, For example, if you set this menu item to X.XXX,...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C6.5.7 Format 2nd You can change the number of decimal X.XXX Value places that are shown for the second value X.X, on the measurement page in Normal mode. X.XX, For example, if you set this menu item to X.XXX,...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C7.2 Security C7.2.1 Login Enter the appropriate password here to 4-digit hexadecimal Refer to change settings. If you do not enter the password "Function password, you can only change settings for description"...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Menu Function Function description Selection list Default C7.5.3 Volume The volume unit shown in Normal mode if m³, L, hL, in³, ft³, gal, m³ you made a volume table in the C3 ImpGal, yd³, bbl, bbl Conversion menu.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4 Further information on device configuration in Program mode 6.4.1 Standard setup Use this procedure (menu item A4.1 Standard Setup) to change the length unit, tank type, tank height, current output variable, 0% range, 100% range, current output range and error function.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Screen Steps Description • [>] to change the position of the Tank height. The distance from the flange face / thread stop of the tank connection cursor. down to the tank bottom. If the tank has a •...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Screen Steps Description • [>] to change the position of the 100% range. Use this step to give the 100% output setting in the tank. Refer to the cursor. illustrations that follow. Illustration ① • [ ▼ ] to decrease the value (or move shows the settings for level.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Screen Steps Description • 3 × [ ↲ ] to confirm. Save Configuration? screen. • [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ] for the selection of the Set to "Yes" to save and use the settings save option (Yes, No or Back).
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Procedure Screen Steps Description • 2 × [>], 2 × [ ▼ ] and [>]. Default screen. Enter Program mode and go to menu item A3 Login. • If it is the default password: 2 × [>], Enter the password used at this time for the "Expert"...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Screen Steps Description • [ ▼ ] or [ ▲ ] to change the parameter Start recording? Set this menu item to "Yes" to continue to the subsequent step. Set this ("No" or "Yes"). menu item to "No" to go back to the menu.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.3 HART® network configuration INFORMATION! For more data, refer to Networks on page 46 . The device uses HART® communication to send information to HART®-compatible equipment. It can operate in either point-to-point or multi-drop mode. The device will communicate in multi- drop mode if you change the polling address.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.4 Distance measurement The device gives a current output signal that is related to distance measurements when the menu item C4.1.1 Current Out. 1 Var. (Current Output 1 Variable) is set to "Distance". The display screen of the device can show distance measurement readings if one or more of the "Value Variable"...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 6-7: Distance measurement 1 Tank Height (C1.2) 2 Reference point. You can use menu item C1.10 Reference Offset to move the position of the reference point. 3 Blocking Distance (C1.5) 4 0% Range (C4.1.2), if menu item C4.1.4 Current Out. Range is set to "4-20mA" or "3.8-20.5mA"...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.5 Level measurement The device gives a current output signal that is related to level measurements when the menu item C4.1.1 Current Out. 1 Var. (Current Output 1 Variable) is set to "Level". The display screen of the device can show level measurement readings if one or more of the "Value Variable"...
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 6-8: Level measurement 1 Tank Height (C1.2) 2 Tank bottom reference point. You can use menu item C1.11 Tank Bottom Offset to move the position of the tank bottom reference point. 3 Blocking Distance (C1.5) 4 100% Range (C4.1.3), if menu item C4.1.4 Current Out.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.6 How to configure the device to measure volume or mass The device can be configured to measure volume or mass. It can also be configured to a custom quantity to be measured. You can set up a strapping table in the conversion menu (C3 Conversion).
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 6-9: A plot of points for a volume or mass table 1 Tank with reference points 2 Tank model with plotted points How to delete a volume or mass table • Enter Program mode. • Push 2 × [ ▲ ], [>], 2 × [ ▲ ] and 2 × [>] to go to C3.1.1 Erase Table?.
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.7 How to measure correctly in tanks with curved or conical bottoms It is possible that the device cannot find the bottom of the tank if it is installed in a tank with a dish-shaped or conical bottom. The form of the tank bottom causes a delayed radar reflection and the device will display the error message "Measurement is lost in the tank bottom".
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.4.8 How to make a filter to remove radar signal interference If the device measures level in a tank that contains obstructions (agitator, supports, heating pipes etc.), these objects can cause radar signal interference (parasitic signals). You can use the empty spectrum function (menu A4.2) in the Quick Setup menu to make a filter to remove radar...
OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C 6.5 Status messages and diagnostic data Device status and error messages are shown on a device status page in Normal mode and in menu item "C7.3.1 Messages View" in Program mode. Messages shown agree with NAMUR Guidelines NE 107.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Normal mode: device status messages There is also a device status page in Normal mode. This page shows a list of short status messages and gives the status of the device at this time. Push the [ ▲ ] or [ ▼ ] button to get to the status device status page in Normal mode.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Description of errors and corrective actions Status Error message Description Corrective action type Sensor Corrupt Sensor Parameter The sensor memory is bad. De-energize and then energize the device again. If the message is shown again, tell the supplier.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Status Error message Description Corrective action type Configuration Inconsistent NVRAM Incorrect data in the parameter De-energize and then energize the memory. device again. If the message is shown again, tell the supplier. Incons. Converter Calib. Incorrect calibration data in the Tell the supplier.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Status Error message Description Corrective action type Electronics FW Update A firmware update of the Wait for the firmware update to converter module continues. finish. Configuration Sensor Sim. Active The device simulates a Push "Enter" to stop the test.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Status Error message Description Corrective action type Electronics Elec. Temp. Out Of Spec. The temperature of the converter Make sure that the device is is not in the specified limits. operated in the permitted ambient temperature range.
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OPERATION OPTIWAVE 3500 C Status Error message Description Corrective action type Sensor Information Failed Sensor MCU Test The sensor electronics does a De-energize and then energize the continuous self-test procedure. device again. Failed Sensor Input Test The test finds a fault.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.1 Periodic maintenance 7.1.1 General notes In normal operational conditions, no maintenance is necessary. If it is necessary, maintenance must be done by approved personnel (the manufacturer or personnel approved by the manufacturer). INFORMATION! For more data about regular inspections and maintenance procedures for devices with Ex and other approvals, refer to the related supplementary instructions.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C CAUTION! Use food-grade lubricant that agrees with good manufacturing practice at your production site. Make sure that the lubricant is applicable for the operating temperature range of the O-ring with the properties that follow: • Operating temperature range of -40...+130°C / -40...+266°F without a negative effect on the lubrication of the O-ring •...
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.2 Service warranty WARNING! Only approved personnel can do an inspection of the device and repairs. If you find a problem, send the device back to your supplier for inspection and/or repairs. CAUTION! Hygienic applications (devices with 3-A® approvals)
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.3 Spare parts availability The manufacturer adheres to the basic principle that functionally adequate spare parts for each device or each important accessory part will be kept available for a period of 3 years after delivery of the last production run for the device.
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.5 Returning the device to the manufacturer 7.5.1 General information This device has been carefully manufactured and tested. If installed and operated in accordance with these operating instructions, it will rarely present any problems. WARNING! Should you nevertheless need to return a device for inspection or repair, please pay strict attention to the following points: •...
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.5.2 Form (for copying) to accompany a returned device CAUTION! To avoid any risk for our service personnel, this form has to be accessible from outside of the packaging with the returned device. Company: Address: Department:...
SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 7.7 Disassembly and recycling 7.7.1 General notes This section shows you how to handle the device if it is unserviceable (i.e. it is at the end of its product life cycle) or if it must be discarded. Information given in this section agrees with the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and the EU Directive 2008/98/EC on waste (Waste Framework Directive).
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Parts list Item Description Material Sun cover polyamid / PA12 Screw stainless steel Washer stainless steel Holder stainless steel Lock stainless steel Cover aluminium Cover aluminium Gasket EPDM Dummy display module polyamid / PA66 (10) LCD display module —...
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 7-3: Parts of the device (refer to the "Parts list" table) Equipment needed: • 3-mm Allen wrench (not supplied) • 5.5-mm socket wrench (not supplied) • POZIDRIV® PZ1 screwdriver (not supplied) • Adjustable wrench (not supplied) The product does not contain harmful gases or substances.
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C DANGER! De-energize the device before you disconnect the electrical cable. INFORMATION! Numbers in parentheses (xx) refer to item numbers in the parts list. Refer to the "Parts list" table and the related illustration in this section.
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SERVICE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Materials and components which can be recycled Material Percentage of total weight Total weight [kg] [lb] Stainless steel 2.63 5.80 Aluminium Table 7-4: Materials and components which can be recycled www.krohne.com 02/2023 - 4005813604 - MA OPTIWAVE 3500 R04 en...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C 8.1 Measuring principle A radar signal is emitted via an antenna, reflected from the product surface and received after a time t. The radar principle used is FMCW (Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave). The FMCW-radar transmits a high frequency signal whose frequency increases linearly during the measurement phase (called the frequency sweep).
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Measurement modes "Direct" mode ≥ 1.4), the level signal is the reflection on the If the dielectric constant of the liquid is high (ε surface of the liquid. "TBF Auto" mode If the dielectric constant of the liquid is low (ε...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C 8.2 Technical data INFORMATION! • The following data is provided for general applications. If you require data that is more relevant to your specific application, please contact us or your local sales office. • Additional information (certificates, special tools, software,...) and complete product documentation can be downloaded free of charge from the website (Downloadcenter).
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Reference conditions acc. to EN 61298-1 Temperature +15...+25°C / +59...+77°F Pressure 1013 mbara ±50 mbar / 14.69 psia ±0.73 psi Relative air humidity 60% ±15% Target Metal plate in an anechoic chamber Operating conditions Temperature Ambient temperature -40…+80°C / -40…+176°F...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Process connections For DN25/1¨ Lens antenna Tri-Clamp® 1½¨ or 2¨; DIN 11851 DN40 or DN50; DIN 11864-1 DN40 or DN50; SMS 51; VARIVENT® Type N (DN50); others on request For DN40/1½¨ Lens antenna BioControl® DN50; Tri-Clamp® 2¨; others on request...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C FOUNDATION™ fieldbus Physical layer FOUNDATION™ fieldbus protocol that agrees with IEC 61158-2 and FISCO model; galvanically isolated Communication standard ITK version Function blocks 1 × Enhanced Resource Block (RB), 1 × Customer Level Transducer Block (LEVELTB), 1 ×...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C IECEx Ex ia IIC T6...T3 Ga/Gb; Ex ia IIIC T85°C...T150°C Da/Db; Ex db ia IIC T6...T3 Ga/Gb; Ex ia tb IIIC T85°C...T150°C Da/Db; Ex ic IIC T6...T3 Gc; Ex ic IIIC T85°C...T150°C Dc UKEX - pending II 1/2 G Ex ia IIC T6...T3 Ga/Gb;...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Radio approvals EU Radio Equipment Directive (RED) UK Radio Equipment Regulations (RER) US: FCC Rules Part 15 Industry Canada RSS-211 Electrical safety EU: Agrees with the safety part of the EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C 8.3 Measuring accuracy Use these graphs to find the measuring accuracy for a given distance from the transmitter. DN25 (1¨) Lens antenna Figure 8-2: DN25 (1¨) Lens antenna: measuring accuracy (graph of measuring accuracy in mm against measuring...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C DN40 (1½¨) Lens antenna Figure 8-4: DN40 (1½¨) Lens antenna: measuring accuracy (graph of measuring accuracy in mm against measuring distance in m) X: Measuring distance from the thread stop or flange facing of the process connection [m]...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C 8.4 Minimum power supply voltage Use these graphs to find the minimum power supply voltage for a given current output load. Non-Ex and Hazardous Location approved (Ex i / IS) devices Figure 8-6: Minimum power supply voltage for an output of 21.5 mA at the terminals (Non-Ex and Hazardous Location...
TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C 8.5 Dimensions and weights DN25 / 1¨ Lens antenna versions Figure 8-8: DN25 / 1¨ Lens antenna versions 1 DN25 / 1¨ Lens antenna with 1½¨ Tri-Clamp® connection 2 DN25 / 1¨ Lens antenna with 2¨ Tri-Clamp® connection 3 DN25 / 1¨...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C DN25 / 1¨ Lens antenna: Dimensions in mm Type of process Dimensions [mm] connection 1½¨ Tri-Clamp® 48.7 2¨ Tri-Clamp® 48.7 SMS 1145 — 63.4 — VARIVENT® 48.6 DN40 DIN 11851 53.6 DN50 DIN 11851 —...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Stainless-steel cover options Figure 8-10: Stainless-steel cover options 1 Signal converter housing with stainless-steel cover - without locking system 2 Signal converter housing with stainless-steel cover - with locking system Dimensions [mm] [inch] [mm] [inch] [mm] [inch] [mm] [inch] [mm] [inch] Without locking system 6.57...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Weather protection option Figure 8-11: Weather protection option 1 Front view (with weather protection closed) 2 Left side (with weather protection closed) 3 Rear view (with weather protection closed) Dimensions Weights [mm] [inch] [mm] [inch]...
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TECHNICAL DATA OPTIWAVE 3500 C Converter weight Type of housing Weights [kg] [lb] Compact aluminium housing Compact stainless-steel housing Table 8-9: Converter weight Antenna option weights Antenna options Min./Max. weights [kg] [lb] Standard options, with converter DN25 (1¨) Lens antenna with 1.5¨ Tri-Clamp® connection DN25 (1¨) Lens antenna with 2¨...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.1 General description The HART® Protocol is an open digital communication protocol for industry. It is free to use by anyone. It is included in the software embedded in signal converters of HART-compatible devices.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.2 Software history INFORMATION! In the table below, "x" is a placeholder for possible multi-digit alphanumeric combinations, depending on the available version. Release date Devices HART® Device Revision DD Revision 2016-04 All revisions Table 9-1: HART®...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.3.2 Multi-Drop connection (2-wire connection) Up to 63 devices may be installed in parallel (this signal converter and other HART® devices). For an illustration of multi-drop networks, refer to Multidrop networks on page 47.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.5 Field Communicator 475 (FC 475) The Field Communicator is a hand terminal from Emerson Process Management that is designed to configure HART® and Foundation™ fieldbus devices. Device Descriptions (DDs) are used to integrate different devices into the Field Communicator.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.6.2 Operation INFORMATION! For more data, refer to HART® menu tree for AMS on page 145 . 9.6.3 Parameter for the basic configuration Due to AMS requirements and conventions, there are differences when operating the signal converter with AMS and operating using the local keyboard.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.8.2 Operation INFORMATION! For more data, refer to HART® menu tree for PDM on page 149 . There can be differences between the names of menus in the SIMATIC PDM software tool and menus shown on the device display screen.
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.9.2 AMS menu tree (details for settings) Configure / Setup Quick Setup General Language / Tag / Long Tag Security Login / Change Password / Reset Passwords / Lock Status / Lock / Unlock Device / Write Protect...
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DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Full Setup Device Information / Long Tag / Serial Number / Manufacturer Device Name / V Number Electronic Revision / Field Device Revision / Software Revision / Hardware Revision / Electronics Serial / Production Date...
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DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Device Diagnostics Device Status Condensed Status (NE 107) Condensed Status (NE 107) Device Simulation Active Standard Device Status / Ext. Device Status / Write Protect / Device Diagnostic Status 0 / Device Diagnostic Status 1...
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C 9.10 HART® menu tree for PDM Abbreviations of the following tables: • Optional, depending on device version and configuration • Read only Cust • Custody lock protection • Local PDM, affects only PDM views 9.10.1 Overview PDM menu tree (positions in menu tree)
DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Overview: Diagnosis Device Status Condensed Status (NE 107) Standard Additional Cluster Check Actual Values Simulation Process Variables Device Status Test / Reset Information Table 9-8: Overview: Diagnosis 9.10.2 PDM menu tree (details for settings) Device Menu Download To Device...
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DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C Display General Language / Backlight 1st Measurement Function / 1st Value Variable / Format 1st Value / Page 2nd Value Variable / Format 2nd Value / 3rd Value Variable / Format 3rd Value...
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DESCRIPTION OF HART INTERFACE OPTIWAVE 3500 C View Menu Measurement Value Opt, Rd Opt, Rd Sensor Value / Media Level / Distance / Reflection / Level Linearization / Volume Opt, Rd Opt, Rd Opt, Rd Opt, Rd Mass / Distance Linearization...
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 3500 C 10.1 Accessories We supply accessories for this device. When you send an order for accessories, please give the reference numbers that follow: Figure 10-1: Accessories 1 Weather protection 2 Viator RS232 / HART converter 3 Viator USB / HART converter...
APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 3500 C 10.2 Glossary Dead zone Non-measurement zone. Dielectric constant An electrical property of the product to be measured used in radar measurement. Also known as εr, DK and relative permittivity. Defines the strength of the wave reflected back to the device's signal converter.
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 3500 C PACTware™ Software that operates and configures field devices from a remote workstation. It is not necessary to use fieldbus software or programs developed by the manufacturer. Radar reflection Signal reflected from the surface of the tank contents.
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APPENDIX OPTIWAVE 3500 C Figure 10-2: Measurement definitions: distance 1 Distance 2 Blocking distance 3 Flange facing 4 Gas (Air) 5 Tank height 6 Ullage volume or mass Figure 10-3: Measurement definitions: level 1 Level 2 Volume or mass www.krohne.com...
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