Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 SAFETY INFORMATION Please read before proceeding with Installation or Commissioning This unit should only be installed, operated, serviced or repaired by suitable trained or authorised personnel. No unauthorised or untrained personnel must open or remove the cover without isolating the mains supply first.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Installation Details Mounting and Enclosure. Enclosure is rated at IP65 and is mounted via a mounting tab at each corner of the case. I/O Connections. Digital & Analogue inputs are connected to the 3 columns of disconnect terminals towards the bottom of the PCB.
After power up and boot code is loading (WDOG LED flashing rapidly for 5 seconds) the display will show the Multiform Start-up banner followed by the Site Name, time & date (This may be corrupt if no configuration is loaded).
Configuration System Tab M20/M40 units are configured using the configuration tool supplied by Multiform Design. Note: Communications with the M20/40 is controlled via the Outstation Id. Therefore the ID selected on the configuration package must match that of the Outstation If you are unsure of the outstation Site ID, upload and save the configuration as standard.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Digital Tab Input Name Description of Input monitored Wet Well On Text Text to show when the input is On (Shorted to common) Normal Off Text Text to show when the input is Off (Open Circuit)
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Analogue Tab Input Name Description of Input being monitored Wet Well Units Units of measurement Metres Input Source Select Source of data to be monitored Count Scale Factor and Offset This is for scaling Y=mX+c format 0.7 &...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Notes: If any Analogue Trip values are enabled ensure that the ‘Pseudo Digital’ tab is selected to configure the alarm dial out and time delay functions for the selected Trips. When changing logging parameters ensure that the logs are cleared. See Logging section Use the ‘Next’...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Pseudo Digitals Tab Programme the internal Mains & Battery inputs the same as standard Digital Inputs. - 10 -...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Combinations Tab First Digital I/P Select First combined input Inputs are digital or analogue trips Invert Tick if input to be inverted for result. I.e. Off Select Digital I/P I/P 2, 3 & 4 Inputs are digital or analogue trips...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 The configuration is now ready to upload to the unit. Ensure that the configuration is now saved using the ‘File’ and ‘Save’ functions. Connection Tab Ensure that you Connect the Outstation local lead or Modem to the correct port Select the correct method of connection required.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Digital Monitor Tab All the digital I/O details, including name, status & counts are displayed on the left with the digital values shown on the right. The two rows showing real and timed values (The ‘real’ values change as the inputs change whereas the ‘filtered’...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Analogue Monitor Tab A graphical bar indicates the read analogue inputs with a range of 0-20mA. The values marked at the beginning and the ends of the bar are the scaled values. Trip markers are placed along the analogue scale indicating all enabled trip values, the numerical values of which are shown in the right hand column.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Analogue Total Monitor Used to monitor Analogue Totals to aid commissioning of system. Shows results of any Analogue Total points configured. - 15 -...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Logging Tab Event Logging This Tab is used to Retrieve, View, Export & Print stored Event or Periodic data within the Outstation. Use the ‘Event Log’, ‘Point Log’ or “Total Logs” buttons to select the required type of archived data.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Periodic Point Logging To update Point log information select the required Tab i.e. ‘Ana 1’. Select the date required from the ‘Point Log Date’ control. Then click ‘Update Point Log’ button. Note: Only Analogue channels that have been configured as active logging channels will have active (selectable) tabs.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Total Logging To update Total log information select the required Tab i.e. ‘Total 1’. Then click ‘Update Total Log’ button. Note: Only Analogue Total channels that have been configured as active logging channels will have active (selectable) tabs.
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 COMMS MONITOR Tab Used for monitoring communication via the PSTN or GSM modem ports. Screen shot shows a typical Dial Out Sequence & communications with a Master Station . Note. Some Master-Stations do not have...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 CBM MONITOR To display specific CBM data in an easy to read format. Updating the Status IE, Digital Data click the “Update Status” Button To update Totals and Analogue Values click the “Update Totals” Button For Instantaneous Values, Select the “Display All”...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 About Tab To display the Version of the Config Tool and Contact details. DIL Switch functions The small DIL switches in the centre of the PCB control various test functions. Switch 1 Switch ON then OFF to activate dial out to first number in dial list...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 Overview of modes of operation The M20 can operate in two communication modes: - SMS & Master-Station SMS mode (GSM Only) In this mode communication of alarms and status with personnel is via SMS messaging only. This mode is enabled by ‘checking’...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 minutes then proceeds to dial-out the next number in the dial-out list until successful master-station acknowledgement or the list has been exhausted. I/O Mapping for Southern Water Only Digital Inputs M20 / M40 Internal Map...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 These mappings are for SCOPE Southern Water Use only. They are legacy mappings to enable emulation of the Series 4/9 outstation. Contact details Multiform Technologies Ltd. Multiform Design Solutions Ltd. Mr. Mark Collins Mr. Simon Collins...
Multiform M20/M40 Outstation Handbook 11/11/2019 This product is covered by a Limited Warranty In No event shall the Direct Vendor’s Liability for Direct, Indirect, Special, Incidental or Consequential Damages resulting from the use of this product or its documentation exceed the price paid for the product.
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