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- Page 1 FT-3400 FT-3400 ELECTROMAGNETIC FLOW METER ELECTROMAGNETIC FLOW METER Configuration Utility Installation and Operation Guide Configuration Utility Installation and Operation Guide ONICON DOC-0005991 Rev.A...
- Page 2 • If the customer or any third party is harmed by the use of this product, ONICON assumes no responsibility for any such harm owing to any defects in the product which were not predictable, or for any indirect damages.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
3.1.1 MAC ID ..................................11 3.1.2 Serial Number (Read Only) ..........................11 3.1.3 Model Name (Read Only) ..........................11 3.1.4 FT-3400 Version (Read Only) .......................... 11 3.1.5 Bootloader Version ............................. 11 3.1.6 Manufacturing Date ............................11 3.1.7 Calibration Date ..............................11 3.1.8 Field Config Date .............................. - Page 4 ALARMS, ERRORS & WARNINGS TAB ...................... 22 3.5.1 List of Errors ................................23 3.5.2 List of Alarms ................................ 24 3.5.3 List of Warnings ..............................25 DEVICE HELP (WIRING AND TERMINAL BOARD TAB)................25 UPDATING FIRMWARE ..........................26 727.447.6140 Page 4 onicon.com...
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Page 5: Installing The Configuration Utility
FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL SECTION 1.0: INSTALLING THE CONFIGURATION UTILITY 1. Go to www.onicon.com then click on the “Downloads” tab at the top and select “Network & Software Information”. 2. Download the Diagnostic GUI and run the file name Diagnostic-GUI-3.0.19660 727.447.6140... - Page 6 3. Go to your downloads folder and unzip the file 4. Open the Zip folder and Run the Diagnostic GUI 5. For Windowns 11 users a “Windows protected your PC” screen might show up. Please click “More info”, then click “Run anyway”. 727.447.6140 Page 6 onicon.com...
- Page 7 FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL 6. Install the program on your PC by clicking next and following the prompts. 7. Once the program is installed search for the “ONICON Diagnostic GUI” App from the Windows start menu and open it. 727.447.6140 Page 7 onicon.com...
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Page 8: Connecting The Meter To The App
3. If you get this warning below, please try a new USB to Micro-A or B cable and verify the cable type. 4. With the ONICON Diagnostic GUI Open, First load the attributes to the device by clicking the Pencil and then selecting the attribute database file. - Page 9 FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL 5. Click the select button and then select the USB COM port where the meter is connected amd click on the OK button to connect. 727.447.6140 Page 9 onicon.com...
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Page 10: Programming/Informational Tab
Each tab and the information available within each tab are discussed in the following sections. CONNECT TAB The Meter Connect tab provides general information about the meter such as its serial number, manufactured/calibrated date, meter type, as well as the date it was manufactured, calibrated, and field configured. 727.447.6140 Page 10 onicon.com... -
Page 11: Mac Id
3.1.6 Manufacturing Date The date that the meter was manufactured at ONICON. This date may not match the calibration date if the meter has been returned to ONICON for recalibration service after the original manufacture date. 3.1.7 Calibration Date The date that the meter was last calibrated at ONICON. -
Page 12: Field Config Date
Device Type This GUI can interact with multiple ONICON products such as FT-4600, SYS-1000, FT-3400, and FT-3500. Device type indicates the meter attribute database file that was loaded into the GUI. See steps on section 2 for more information about the attribute database file. -
Page 13: Meter Tag (Writable)
3.1.14.3 Save Diagnostic Data “Save Diagnostic Data” button is used for downloading a file for the ONICON support team to analyze and troubleshoot any source of noise or configuration issue that might be on the meter. -
Page 14: Pipe Configuration Tab
PIPE CONFIGURATION TAB The pipe selection tab provides the means to modify the pipe size and material of the FT-3400. The accuracy of the volumetric output, whether it is volume rate (Hz, mA or V) or volume total (scaled pulse), is dependent on an accurate pipe ID being programmed in the meter. -
Page 15: Custom
For example, pipes with similar properties like PVC, PPR, or other plastic pipes. The password to write a new pipe configuration is 1234. Click the User icon located at the left bottom corner to enter the password. View Mode Edit Mode 727.447.6140 Page 15 onicon.com... -
Page 16: Installation Changes Based On Pipe Configuration
The software will automatically recalculate the new gauge length after a new pipe configuration is made. Note: Please take the gauge attached to the meter and match the size with the size provided by the software. 727.447.6140 Page 16 onicon.com... -
Page 17: Flow Meter Table Version
Flow Meter Table Version: The meter will change its table version based on the pipe configuration use. 3.2.4 Loading a New Table Version 1. Click on the Diagnostic Login Icon on the bottom left corner and enter password “1234”. 727.447.6140 Page 17 onicon.com... - Page 18 FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL 2. Go to the “pipe configuration” page and select the button “send new table to meter” 3. Select and load the new table file provided by the factory. 727.447.6140 Page 18 onicon.com...
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Page 19: Input/Output Configuration Tab
FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL 4. Confirm table version is load in “pipe configuration” page INPUT/OUTPUT CONFIGURATION TAB 3.3.1 Analog Out Max Value: Refer to the Full-Scale Flow Rate of the meter. 3.3.2 Analog Output Configuration: Limited as Flow only for the FT-3400 727.447.6140 Page 19 onicon.com... -
Page 20: Use Alarm Level On Analog Output
Volume Units: Options are Gallons, Liters, Cubic Meters 3.3.8 Max Frequency Output (Hz): Typical signal used to connect to ONICON peripheral. Max allowed input is 500hz. 3.3.9 Max Flow at Max Frequency: This parameter sets the value for the flow at the max frequency scale. Which is then used on the Meter Factor. -
Page 21: Live Raw Data Tab
Shows the voltage reading from the right side sensor. (meter positioned parallel to the flow direction) 3.4.5 Digital Output 1 Status The screen shows a number 1 every time the contact closes and a number 0 when the contact is open. 727.447.6140 Page 21 onicon.com... -
Page 22: Digital Output 2 Status
This additional resource will help you gain a deeper understanding of any issues and guide you in taking the appropriate actions to maintain the meter’s functionality and accuracy. Please note that prompt attention to alarms, errors, and warnings is essential to ensure the reliable and accurate operation of the FT-3400 meter. 727.447.6140 Page 22 onicon.com... -
Page 23: List Of Errors
DC Offset • Power on the unit and the error should disappear. • Contact ONICON if the error is still present. RMA Needed. • Power off the unit • Carefully remove the electronic and check electrode... -
Page 24: List Of Alarms
POTENTIAL ISSUE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Nonideal flow rate condition. Contact The actual flow is greater than the Alarm High Flow ONICON if a short high flow rate test volumetric flow rate at 20 ft/s is needed. • Confirm the analog output full... -
Page 25: List Of Warnings
An additional cable may be purchased from ONICON that will allow you to maintain the existing color coding. All electrical connections to the FT-3400 must be made through the 10 ft or 25 ft cable provided with the meter. -
Page 26: Updating Firmware
UPDATING FIRMWARE 1. The “Connect” page should show the current FW version of the meter and the meter information. 2. Go to the “Firmware” page by clicking this icon on the left side of the screen 727.447.6140 Page 26 onicon.com... - Page 27 3. Next load the bootloader information by clicking the top pencil and then selecting the appropriate bootloader attribute file 4. Next load the firmware, the “.encrypted.hex” file by clicking the second pencil from the top and then select your file 727.447.6140 Page 27 onicon.com...
- Page 28 “firmware” section to load the new firmware 8. Click the “firmware” page on the left. Then press the “connect” button and then the “play” button to update the firmware. 727.447.6140 Page 28 onicon.com...
- Page 29 FT - 3400 UTILITY SOFTWARE MANUAL 9. All the statuses should be green after the firmware is loaded properly. 10. Unplug the USB from the PC and disconnect the meter from the App. 727.447.6140 Page 29 onicon.com...
- Page 30 12. After the meter is connected, confirm the new firmware is shown on the “connect” page 13. Now you can shut down the program and safely remove the USB. ONICON 11451 Belcher Road South • Largo, FL 33773 • USA • +1 (727) 447-6140 www.onicon.com • sales@onicon.com...
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