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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Copyright This manual is protected by copyrights and is intended solely for internal purposes. It is not permitted to transfer these instructions to third parties, duplication in any kind and form - including ex- cerpts - as well as recovery and / or notification of contents without written permission of the manufacturer, ex- cept are internal purposes.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Safety Labels / Symbols In addition to the warning notes used in this manual, the following warning symbols are used. Warning symbols can also be found on the device. Follow all measures marked with the label to avoid injury. Indicates the hazard for the eyes from op- Indicates general hazards.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Electrical Connection When connecting or working on the main voltage, general safety guidelines must be observed, e.g. when con- necting power transformers. Touching supply voltage can be lethal. Improper installation can cause serious injury or physical damage.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Model Designs Standard models: Optics Laser warning label (depending on the country of delivery); only devices with laser targeting light Device identification label Depending on sighting: - Eyepiece (models with view finder) - Laser targeting light push button - Connector for TV connection Keypad...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Electrical Connection Cable Colors and Pin Assignment (14 wire connection cables) The electrical connection of the pyrometer (supply voltage and measuring signal) will be done via rear panel connector. For this purpose, pre-assembled connection cables are available as accessories (see Accesso- ries).
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 4.1.1 Factory Settings Parameters Factory Settings Display ..............2-color temperature Temperature sub range ..........Corresponds to basic range Response time t ............. Min (corresponds to: M3: <1 ms; H3: <80 µs) Emissivity slope ............
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 4.1.2 Power Supply With connection to the supply voltage (standard is 24 V DC, possible range 18–30 V) the unit is ready for operation with the factory settings. H3 devices are thermostatically compensated and need a period of time to be ready for operation, until that time the display shows "warm-up", and the White (1) software shows "Wait".
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 4.1.4 Configurable Inputs / Outputs 3 ports are each available as: ▪ Digital output provides a switching signal: M3 / H3 - Device ready to operate (device ready and error-free after self-test) +24 V White - Material detection (only M3): turns on when exceeding the beginning...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) For activation, input 3 must be activated via the SensorTools software in the device configuration (see 7.1.5) 4.1.5 Serial Interface RS232 / RS485 (M3: switchable RS232 / RS485; H3: only RS485) The serial interface is used for digital communication of the pyrometer with another computer, for example a PC for data transmission to the SensorTools software.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 4.1.5.1 Interface Converter (Accessory) A quick and easy way to con- Black nect the pyrometer to a PC is to Grey-pink use an interface converter or a Orange connecting cable with inte- Violet Yellow grated interface converter (see...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 1. Open Device Manager (right-click on the Windows Start button ( ) and select "Device Manager" in the menu). 2. Double click on "Ports (COM and LPT)" → USB Serial Port (COMx) of the interface converter. 3.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) INFO about the GSD file of old METIS Profibus devices: If old METIS devices are replaced by new METIS 3 devices, the correct GSD file must also be included. 3 different transmission modes are available to receive the data packets: ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 4.2.2.1 Status LEDs Profinet Module status Description Network status Description Not Initialized Offline Green Normal operation Green Online (run) Green flashing, 1x Diagnostic Green flashing, 1x Online (stop) event(s) Green flashing Blink Exception error...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Mechanical Installation Mounting ▪ The mounting rail on the bottom case is for the stable take-up of for example of a ball and socket mounting (for fiber optics devices a mounting angle is recom- mended, see Accessories) ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) INFO To meet the high accuracy, the instrument should be recalibrated when replacing an optics or the fiber optic cable. NOTICE Only remove the protective caps from the pyrometer and optics and fiber directly before assembly to Protective caps prevent dirt from getting in and scratching...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Ambient Temperature ▪ M311 and M322 pyrometers are designed for ambient temperatures between 0 and 80°C / 32 and 176°F. ▪ H3 models for ambient temperatures between 0 and 60°C / 32 and 140°F. ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ The distance to the measured object must be in the range of focusable measurement distance of the optics, if a precise Spot size smaller than measuring object measurement is to be made. ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Devices with temperature range above 1400°C are equipped with a continuously adjustable eye protection filter in the eyepiece to reduce glare at high measurement temperatures. Rotating the eyepiece will change the brightness.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Configuring the Pyrometer Basic pyrometer settings can be made using the setting buttons on the back of the device in order to adapt it to the measuring task: ▪ Measurement parameters ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Parameters / Settings The table shows the adjustable parameters in order they appear on the pyrometer, description next chapters. Parameters Meaning Settings – MEASPARA.> Measurement parameters Response time t MIN, 01 ms–10.0 s STMODE Storage mode peak picker:...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) The response time t specifies the time that the pyrometer requires to track 90% of a sudden temperature change on the signal output. The response time depends on the requirements of the respective measuring task and can be adjusted. ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Regardless of emissivity slope 1 or above or below is used to measure, the ratio must remain constant in the required tem- perature range. In the software SensorTools the 2-color tem- perature and those of the two channels can be displayed at the same time.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 6.2.7 Spot Size Fill Factor Entering a fill factor that indicates how much percent of the measuring field is filled, has no influence if using the 2-color measuring mode (see also Alignment to the Measuring Object).
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 6.2.10.3 Scaling Analog Outputs (only via SensorTools software) The analog outputs can be scaled to suit special circumstances, e.g. for replacement with a device with a larger measuring range. ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 6.2.12 Address In bus operation with RS485 a device address between 00 and 97 can be assigned (see 4.1.5 Serial Interface RS232 / RS485). Device addresses from 00 to 97 are valid. Addresses 98 and 99 are with special functions. The global address 99 can be used to communicate with every controller, independent of the set device address.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) SensorTools Software ▪ Possibilities: - carry out all device settings - Configure signal inputs / outputs (not possible directly on the device) - Display measured values, numerically or as a graph - Display the internal device temperature - Record measurement curves (incl.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Select tab: ▪ COM port, if the pyrometer is connected via the RS232 or RS485 interface. ▪ Network (IP v4): if the py- rometer is connected via a network. The pyrometer is preset to a DHCP network and can be found using the "Search"...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Define network settings: ▪ With DHCP, the network configuration is assigned by a server; the Network settings can be adjusted in currently assigned data is displayed. the device configuration, e.g. if no ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.3 Connection Window / Devices Tab When the device is connected, all pyrometer settings as well as the current measurement temperature (2- color or 1-color) and internal device temperature are read out and displayed. INFO for settings on the device: a pyrometer connected to the software has blocked push buttons.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.4 Control Window A separate control window also provides all available measurement-related functions and settings. It is helpful when switching to another tab (e.g. to the graph display). 2C: 2-color measuring temperature, C1: 1-color meas.
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Save parameter file: Saves the meas- urement parameters set here on the Load parameter file: Loads a measure- PC (file type „ShortSetting“). ment parameter file from the PC. : Pyrometer parameters are valid : Measurement parameter file is loaded laser targeting light on / off...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) |INFO| To prevent image over-modulation, the measured object should be in the middle (in the target mark) and the brightness spot size as large as the measuring object. ▪ Adjusting the focus distance for pyrometers with a motor focus: For adjusting the focus distance to the measuring object (spot size tables see 5.6).
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.5.3 Device display Enables or disables the measurement temperature display. Measurement temperature activated: shows the measured temperature on the display. Suppressed: ▪ Devices with OLED display: display is switched off. ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) - Upscale burnout: when the pyrometer field of view is suddenly obscured, the output is set to the maxi- mum current of 20 mA instead of the standard 0 or 4 mA output. This function can, for example, be desir- able for furnace monitoring if the control would otherwise detect a cold furnace and heat it up fully, possi- bly burning it out.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.5.8.1.1 Setups Setups are a set of stored measurement parameters that can be activated via the digital inputs. "Parameter selector" must be selected as the digital input in the device configuration. Activation takes place via a voltage pulse (for connection see 4.1.4 Configurable inputs / outputs).
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Setpoint limit 1 / (only devices with PID controller) The setpoint limit is a limit temperature Setpoint limit 2: above or below the setpoint temperature that should not exceeded or to be below.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Under “Reference” it is specified more precisely whether the emissivity ratio or the emissivity should be set. If Ɛ from measuring temperature is selected, the currently se- lected temperature is always used as the reference. Setpoint value (only devices with PID controller) The setpoint can be adjusted With a response time, the input signal can be aver-...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.5.10 Service Functions To back-up, for printing or restore device parame- ters or create service files for remote diagnosis of problems. ▪ Create configuration file: A configuration file ( data format *.r2p) contains all pyrometer data and device settings that have been made.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.1.5.12 Data Collection (Buffer Mode / ASCII Mode) The measurement data transfer from pyrometer to the PC can vary depending on the requirements and computing power. Speed and transferable amount of data are dependent on the baud rate and the data mode.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ Data mode: - ASCII mode: The pyrometer always transfers separate readings to the software and shows each in the graph as a pixel. In addition to the transmission of measured values, also regularly status values are transmitted (limit contacts or active laser targeting light...), so that measured values do not always arrive at the same time interval.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Preparation: Align the pyrometer with the required temperature to a calibration source or position a portable calibration source at the measuring point and perform the calibration function. 7.1.5.13.1 Automatic Single-Point Adjustment 1.
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ M3 models: Move the sliders one by one: 1. Base signal: Move until the higher value of C1 or C2 has reached the target temperature. In the determination of the so-called dark-offset, a measurement with com- pletely darkened optics is carried out, which can increase the accuracy outside the adjusted temper-...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Graphical Measurement Representation Model and serial number of con- nected device(s): T-Sample (sampling time): Time Data Recording between the last two received Graphs tab: Data Recording Settings measured values. Displays temperature T-Slope (slope time): Time be- Start the...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ for passing to the SensorTools Viewer. The measurement data can be displayed in the viewer by clicking the playback button ( ). There they can be evaluated more precisely and, if necessary, saved permanently as a file.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) INFO for devices with PID controller: The recording can take place at the same time as the controller starts if this is activated accordingly in the Data Recording Settings ) ("Automatic recording by: Active control"...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.2.1.2 Settings for the Fastest Possible Measurement Data Recording SensorTools can record very fast processes with recording intervals from approx. 50 μs (H3) or 300 ms (M3), if the corresponding set- tings have been made: ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ The following file types can be selected: - SensorTools data file (*.r2b, file icon: ): The standard data format for recording measurement data in SensorTools. - SensorTools Viewer view file (*.stvcfg, file icon: ): workspace files store a view of multiple data files, e.g.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.3.3 Customize Views / Measurement Data Evaluating Hide (inte- Open a separate information window for each meas- Show separate Draw selection grated) info urement file and distribute it evenly and as large info windows rectangle with the window...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) PID Controller Equipment M3 and H3 pyrometers can optionally be equipped with an integrated PID controller. With this, the temperature signal is converted into a manipulated variable signal via a PID software controller. A setpoint value and the necessary PID parameters are set to trigger a corresponding control value output.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) INFO if the controller start does not work: If a digital input "Activate controller" is activated, the controller process can only be started if 24 V are present at the input. INFO in processes where the temperature is to be controlled from a value higher than the setpoint to a lower value, the controller cannot actively control anything, since reaching the temperature depends on the cooling...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) - Hold time: when reaching the desired value, the setpoint value in can be maintained at the current value. The control process stops automatically after the hold time is elapsed. Click the expand icon to open the control parameters sorted into groups.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.4.3.1 Short help for finding the control parameters P, I and D Basically, in a thermal process, different control parameters will be determined for different temperatures. ▪ Proportional band Xp: Xp is a dimensionless number representing the reciprocal of the gain of the controller.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Profibus / Profinet Equipment 7.5.1 Fieldbus Mode Selection for Reading the Pyrometer Data To read out the measured temperature and measurement relevant parameters, a fieldbus mode must be se- →...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Mode 0 (Data packet size 32 Byte): sequence and meaning Byte Meaning Measured 2-color temperature (in 1/10 degree). special case: F0 00h = invalid measured value (overflow) Measured 1-color temperature of channel 1 (1/10 degree); special case: F0 00h = invalid measured value (overflow) Measured 1-color temperature of channel 2 (1/10 degree);...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 33-34 Beginning of device temperature range (in 1/10 degree) 35-36 End of device temperature range (in 1/10 degree) 37-38 Devices with controller: setpoint value (in 1/10 Grad) Devices with controller: proportional band Xp (0…10000) in 0.1% 39-40 Devices with controller: integral time Ti (0…65535) Factor ×...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) 7.5.1.1 Writing Pyrometer Data To write parameters to the pyrometer, the same interface commands are used (see ) as used on the RS232 / 485 serial interface. Byte assignment (16 Byte): ▪...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Communication / Options Prints a saved device configuration file ( data format *.r2p). To create the file, use the service function "Create configuration file" (see 7.1.5.10 Service functions) while a pyrometer is connected. Update device Select program Search for software...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) SensorFlash Software (Firmware Update) The SensorFlash software is used to update the firmware of Process Sensors pyrometers. Press Flash H3 / M3 / DI / DS firmware in the Communication / Options tab (see 7.6) to start the software, an updated firmware file can be downloaded via the Service Functions.
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Common Data Temp. sub ranges Any range adjustable within the temperature range (minimum span 50°C) Emissivity slope 0.800–1.200 Emissivity ε 0.050–1.200 (corresponds 5–120% in 0.1% steps) Transmittance 5–100% in 0.1% steps Spot size fill factor 5–100% in 0.1% steps Switch-off level...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Dimensions The case dimensions are the same for all models and differ in the mounting parts: / 81...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Composition of the Model Number The equipment version of the pyrometer is encoded in the 22-digit model number as follows (Example type number M311 with 600–1300°C; laser targeting light, motorized focus, optics…): Digit 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Expl.:...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Accessories Order no. Meaning AL11-XX Connection cable with right angled connector AL43-XX Connection cable with straight connector AL17- XX Connection cable with right angled connector + 0.5 m SC10 cable AM11-XX Connection cable with right angled connector + 1 m interface cable with SUB-D plug AM43-XX...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Maintenance CAUTION Switch off supply voltage. Before beginning any maintenance, switch off power supply or pull connector on the pyrometer to prevent injury by accidentally activated laser targeting light! 10.1 Cleaning Clean the lens with a soft cloth and a bit of ethanol.
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) ▪ Device malfunction, indicated by a red operating status LED (right LED 4). This may be a data transmission error or a firmware problem. → If the interface is not affected, the error can be read out via the command (in the Terminal...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Command Parameter Description / Settings aa (aaX) Output of the adjustable analog output 2 (X=2 = analog output 2) Y = 0...8, output temperature or controller Y = 0 = No output Y = 1 = 2-color temperature Y = 2 = Temperature channel 1 Y = 3 = Temperature channel 2...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) JJ = Data status byte 3 KKKK = Analog input in Bit (0x0000–0x0FFF) LLLL = unused (0xFFFF) NNNN = Measured temperature (0xF001 => Overflow) MMMM = unused (0xFFFF) Data status bytes: Bit0 (lsb) Fahrenheit active Controlling active...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) YY = 04 – Controller start / stop (devices with controller) YY = 05 – Setup 0 State of targeting light; X = 0 =Targeting light off; 1 = Targeting light on; 2 = Targeting light toggle Language X = 0 = English;...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Bit2 = 0 (digital output 3 = inactive), Bit2 = 1 (digital output 3 = active) Special function: xxxx => deactivate test! tsc / tsf Read temperature sensor (in °C/°F) (4-digit hex) tsc0 = Device temperature in 1/256°C tsc1 = Detector temperature in 1/256°C tsf0 = Device temperature in 1/256°F...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Color transmission system camera module X = 0 = NTSC; 1 = PAL Image setting color / monochrome X = 0 = color image; 1 = monochrome image vt (vm) Test image: X = 0 = normal image;...
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METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Mode 0 = old Profibus mode (as formerly MS09/MQ11, depending on the device) Mode 1 = new M3 format (default, like fbx-codes) Mode 2 = flexible format (see fbd codes) Reset fieldbus (always apply if format change) XXXXXX32x Fieldbus codes 32 bytes of data 32xYY (for mode 2) XXYY...
METIS M311 / M322 / H311 / H322 (12-pin device connector) Index Maximum value storage / clear time ......28 Measurement data playback ........54 Accessories ..............72 Mechanical installation ..........18 Address ............... 33 Model designs ............... 8 Alignment onto the measuring object ......20 Model number .............
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