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- Page 1 PRODUCT MANUAL RangeVue™15 and RangeVue™30 Radar Water Level Sensors 07/2024 Copyright © 2024 Campbell Scientific, Inc.
- Page 2 U.S. standard external power supply details where some information (for example the AC transformer input voltage) will not be applicable for British/European use. Please note, however, that when a power supply adapter is ordered from Campbell Scientific it will be suitable for use in your country.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents 1. Introduction 2. Precautions 3. Initial inspection 4. QuickStart 5. Overview 6. Specifications 7. Installation 7.1 Wiring to the data logger 7.2 Data logger programming 7.2.1 CRBasic programming 7.2.2 Field installation 7.2.3 Determine and set reference stage 8. -
Page 4: Introduction
The RangeVue 30 can measure distances up to 30 m (98.4 ft) and the RangeVue 15 can measure distances up to 15 m (49.2 ft). -
Page 5: Initial Inspection
Unpack the unit in a clean, dry area. Carefully open the shipping package, ensuring that the cable jacket is not damaged or cut. Contact Campbell Scientific if the cable was damaged during unpacking. Inspect the equipment for any damage that occurred during shipping. If equipment was damaged during shipping, file a claim with the carrier and report the damage in detail. - Page 6 3. In the Available Sensors and Devices box, type RangeVue or find the sensor in the Sensors > Water > Level & Flow folder, and double-click RangeVue15/RangeVue30 Radar Water Level Sensor. SDI-12 Address defaults to 0. Enter the correct SDI-12 Address if the address has been changed from the factory default value.
- Page 7 6. In Output Setup, type the scan rate, a Table Name, and Data Output Storage Interval. Click Next. NOTE: Because of the delays using SDI-12, Campbell Scientific recommends measurement scans of 10 seconds or more. 7. Select the output options.
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Page 8: Overview
5. Overview The radar sensor consists of an integrated microwave transmitter and sensor. A built-in SDI-12 interface provides data processing and SDI-12 communications with the data logger. The RangeVue-series emits a continuous, frequency-modulated radar signal and measures the elapsed time between the emission and return of the signal. The elapsed time measurement is used to calculate the distance between the sensor face and the target (for example, water, grain, slurry). -
Page 9: Specifications
Low maintenance—no moving parts significantly reduces maintenance cost and time Rugged enough for harsh environments—IP68 rating Compatible with a Campbell Scientific Aspen 10 Edge Device Compatible with any SDI-12 data logger/controller including Campbell Scientific GRANITE- series, CR6, CR1000X, CR300-series, CR3000, CR800-series, and CR1000 6. Specifications... - Page 10 Measuring cycle time: ≤ 250 ms Step response time: ≤ 3 s Beam angle RangeVue 30: 4° RangeVue 15: 8° Emitted HF power (depends on the parameter setting) Average spectral transmission power density: –3 dBm/MHz EIRP Maximum spectral transmission power density:...
- Page 11 Figure 6-2. RangeVue 15 dimensions Figure 6-3. RangeVue 30 dimensions Compliance information: View at: www.campbellsci.com/rangevue15 www.campbellsci.com/rangevue30 RangeVue-Series Radar Water-Level Sensors...
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Page 12: Installation
7. Installation If you are programming your data logger with Short Cut or are using the Aspen 10 Edge Device, skip Wiring to the data logger (p. 9) and Data logger programming (p. 10). See QuickStart (p. 2) for a Short Cut tutorial. For information about using the Aspen 10 with the RangeVue-series, refer to the Aspen 10 manual, available at www.campbellsci.com/aspen10 This section includes the following:... -
Page 13: Data Logger Programming
If multiple SDI-12 sensors are connected to a data logger, Campbell Scientific recommends using separate terminals when possible. However, multiple SDI-12 sensors or multiple RangeVue-series sensors can connect to the same data logger control or U terminal. Each must have a unique SDI-12 address. -
Page 14: Field Installation
For the SDIAddress, alphabetical characters need to be enclosed in quotation marks (for example, “A”). Also enclose the SDICommand in quotation marks as shown. The Destination parameter must be an array. The required number of values in the array depends on the command (see ). - Page 15 = clearance diameter for the RangeVue 30 in the same measurement diameter units as the CONE distance RV15CONE = clearance diameter for the RangeVue 15 in the same measurement diameter units as the CONE distance Figure 7-1. Beam path clearances CAUTION: Be aware that bridges contract and expand with temperature changes.
- Page 16 Figure 7-2. RangeVue 15 mounted in the RangeVue-series bracket 2. Place the RangeVue-series in the bracket (see Figure 7-2 [p. 13] and Figure 7-3 [p. 13]). Figure 7-3. RangeVue-series bracket 3. Orient the sensor such that the middle of the sensor label is aligned or parallel with the wall...
- Page 17 Figure 7-4. Polarization markings Figure 7-5. RangeVue 15 mounted near wall (cable not connected). RangeVue-Series Radar Water-Level Sensors...
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Page 18: Determine And Set Reference Stage
4. Use a bubble level to make certain the antenna horn is aligned within 1° of vertical. A measurement error will be introduced if the antenna is not perpendicular to the water surface. The maximum range is reduced because of the off-axis return signal. 5. -
Page 19: Operation
8. Operation This section discusses the following. 8.1 Default settings 8.2 SDI-12 commands 8.3 Configuring sensor via extended SDI-12 commands and terminal emulator 8.1 Default settings Table 8-1 (p. 16) shows the default settings. The default settings are changed using SDI-12 commands (Table 8-2 [p. -
Page 20: Sdi-12 Commands
8.2 SDI-12 commands Table 8-2 (p. 17) shows the measurement and extended SDI-12 commands for the RangeVue- series. The RangeVue-series responds to the M!, C!, CC!, R0!, and R0C! SDI-12 measurement commands. When using an M! command, the data logger waits for the time specified by the sensor, sends the D! command, pauses its operation, and waits until either it receives the data from the sensor or the sensor timeout expires. - Page 21 Table 8-2: SDI-12 measurement and extended commands SDI-12 command Values returned or function aXWPOM+p! Write power operation mode. It returns: Where, aXWPOM+p+nnn! p =power operation mode code Where, p is the power operation mode code: 0=low power mode 1=normal power mode nnn is the status code aXRDU! Read distance units...
- Page 22 Table 8-2: SDI-12 measurement and extended commands SDI-12 command Values returned or function aXWTU+t! Write temperature units. It returns: Where, aXWTU+t+nnn! t =temperature unit code Where, t is the temperature unit code 0=°C 1=°F nnn = status code aXRS! Read stage reference aXSS+ssssssss! Set stage reference.
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Page 23: Configuring Sensor Via Extended Sdi-12 Commands And Terminal Emulator
LoggerNet > Main > Connect > data logger > Terminal Emulator. 3. Click Open Terminal. 4. Press Enter until a prompt appears. 5. If using a Campbell Scientific data logger, type SDI12 <Enter> once the prompt is present. RangeVue-Series Radar Water-Level Sensors... - Page 24 6. Enter the number corresponding to the terminal your sensor is wired into. 7. Set the Current or Reference Stage. This should be set at deployment. Using a staff plate or other physical datum at the study site, measure and enter the current stage. This allows the sensor to complete an offset calculation based on the entered stage and the measured distance to water surface.
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Page 25: Maintenance, Diagnostics, And Repair
8. The default SDI-12 address for the sensor is 0. Change the sensor address if you will have more than one SDI-12 sensor on the same terminal with the aAb! command, where a is the current sensor address and b is the desired address. The sensor will respond with the new address if it was successfully changed. -
Page 26: Testing Procedure
9.1 Testing procedure 1. Double-check all wiring connections. CAUTION: The data logger cannot issue SDI-12 commands when a USB cable is connected to the sensor. 2. Connect the sensor to your data logger and apply +12 V power. 3. Send the Acknowledge Active command (a!). This command is used to check the presence of the sensor on the bus. -
Page 27: Appendix A. Importing Short Cut Code Into Crbasic Editor
Appendix A. Importing Short Cut code into CRBasic Editor Short Cut creates a .DEF file that contains wiring information and a program file that can be imported into CRBasic Editor. By default, these files reside in the C:\campbellsci\SCWin folder. Import Short Cut program file and wiring information into CRBasic Editor: 1. -
Page 28: Appendix B. Sdi-12 Version 1.4 Identify Measurement Commands And Responses
Appendix B. SDI-12 version 1.4 identify measurement commands and responses Version 1.4 compliant sensors must respond to identify commands for each type of measurement command and each parameter with a command. The broad identify commands return how many variables will be returned with a given measurement command and the time it will take the sensor to respond. - Page 29 Table B-2: Identify measurement parameters for M! and C! commands Commands Parameter Sensor response aIM_001! aIC_001! a,hg,m; Stage aIM_002! aIC_002! a,ha,m; Distance Electronics aIM_003! aIC_003! a,TempElectronic,degrees C; temperature Level aIM_004! aIC_004! a,LevelReliability,dB; reliability aIM_005! aIC_005! a,DeviceStatus; Device status RangeVue-Series Radar Water-Level Sensors...
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Page 30: Appendix C. Fcc/Ic Equipment Authorization (Usa/Canada Only)
Campbell Scientific. Any modifications not approved by Campbell Scientific will cause the expiration of the operating license issued by the FCC/IC. The radar sensor is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC directives and fulfills the RSS-210 regulations. - Page 31 2. The defect cannot be the result of misuse. 3. The defect must have occurred within a specified period of time; and 4. The determination must be made by a qualified technician at a Campbell Scientific Service Center/ repair facility.
- Page 32 Campbell Scientific’s Terms, the provisions of Campbell Scientific’s Terms shall prevail. Furthermore, Campbell Scientific’s Terms are hereby incorporated by reference into this Warranty. To view Terms and conditions that apply to Campbell Scientific, Logan, UT, USA, see Terms and Conditions ...
- Page 33 Please state the faults as clearly as possible. Quotations for repairs can be given on request. It is the policy of Campbell Scientific to protect the health of its employees and provide a safe working environment. In support of this policy, when equipment is returned to Campbell Scientific, Logan, UT, USA, it is mandatory that a “Declaration of Hazardous Material and...
- Page 34 Comply with all electrical codes. Electrical equipment and related grounding devices should be installed by a licensed and qualified electrician. Only use power sources approved for use in the country of installation to power Campbell Scientific devices. Elevated Work and Weather Exercise extreme caution when performing elevated work.
- Page 35 Periodically (at least yearly) check electrical ground connections. WHILE EVERY ATTEMPT IS MADE TO EMBODY THE HIGHEST DEGREE OF SAFETY IN ALL CAMPBELL SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS, THE CUSTOMER ASSUMES ALL RISK FROM ANY INJURY RESULTING FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION, USE, OR MAINTENANCE OF TRIPODS,...
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