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- Page 1 Accubar ® Constant Flow Bubble Gauge/Recorder 56-0133 & PERATIONS AINTENANCE ANUAL Part No. 8800-1167 Revision – 1.18 Feb 8, 2008...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Automatic Log Backup....................19 Setup and SD Cards ....................19 Setup ............................20 Connecting Bubbler to a Logger ....................20 Satlink and Bubbler ....................20 Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... - Page 4 Connecting an External Sensor ....................20 Bubbler Time ........................... 21 Battery Voltage ........................21 Cut-off Voltage......................21 Password ..........................21 Front Panel Interface ........................22 Navigating the Menus ......................22 Turning Display On/Off......................22 Backlight ..........................22 Contrast ............................ 22 Viewing Current Data ......................23 Understanding the “?”...
- Page 5 SUTRON MANUFACTURED EQUIPMENT ............... 51 NON-SUTRON MANUFACTURED EQUIPMENT ............. 51 REPAIR AND RETURN POLICY ..................51 EXTENDED WARRANTY AND ON-SITE MAINTENANCE ..........51 Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
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Page 7: Introduction
Introduction The Sutron Accubar ® Continuous Flow (CF) Bubble Gauge/Recorder (part number 56-0133-25-1) is a self- contained, precision device for measuring water levels. The device combines into a single package a pump, tank, manifold, control board, front panel (display and keypad), Accubar sensor, SDI-12 and RS232 interfaces, and enclosure for the purpose of measuring water levels using long established bubble gauge principles. -
Page 8: Unpacking
Retain one shipping container in the event a factory return is necessary. Please note that if a return is required, a return material authorization (RMA) number is required. To get this RMA number, call the Sutron Customer Service Department at 703 406 2800. Mechanical Features... -
Page 9: Cabling
Note, if you are operating standalone, you do not need anything connected to the SDI-12 connections. The Bubbler cannot be powered via SDI-12. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 10: Db9 Connector
DB9 Connector The Bubbler comes with a DB9F connector for connection to RS-232 devices. The DB9F can be connected to the serial port on most PCs using a straight cable. A null modem adapter is needed to connect to most PDAs and modems. -
Page 11: Quick Install
Provide a power supply to the Bubbler (via the Battery connector). • With this setup, if the logger malfunctions, the Bubbler will keep on collecting data. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 12: Setup And Operation
Bubble Rate The bubble rate is the measure of the amount of air going down the orifice line per unit of time. The Sutron Bubbler supports two units for bubble rate: Bubbles per minute (BPM) and Standard Cubic Centimeters per Minute (SCCM). -
Page 13: Bubbler Internal Sensors
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Page 14: Leak Test
Sutron provides a cap with each unit that can be used to cap the outlet for the leak test. When the leak test completes, the system will display a status indicating whether the unit has passed or failed the leak test along with a score. -
Page 15: Autozero
When the Bubbler is first installed, it will display an absolute water level based on the water pressure. The user will then typically read the current water level off a staff gauge and then set this level into the Bubbler. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 16: Field Calibration Offset
To set the water level via front panel, power up the Bubbler, wait for it to show a water level reading, and the press SET. Enter the correct water level and press set again. It is also possible to use SDI-12 command and command line LEVEL... -
Page 17: Automeasure
The setup variable avg time controls the averaging time. It is not possible to specify a number of samples, only the averaging time. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 18: Last Automeasured
Averaging time can be changed via front panel Station Setup > Accubar Setup, via SDI-12 XT, and via TIME command line. Last Automeasured Water level measurements made by the Bubbler are not instantaneous; how long they take depends on averaging time (page 17). -
Page 19: Downloading The Log
Setup and SD Cards It is possible to save the current setup to an SD card. SD Card Operations > Write Bubbler Setup to Card. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 20: Setup
A setup saved to the SD card can be transferred to a PC using an SD card reader. A setup file can be edited using a text editor on a PC (such as Notepad). Once settings are changed, the file can be saved to the SD card and sent to the Bubbler, changing the Bubbler’s setup. -
Page 21: Bubbler Time
If you forget the password and want to clear it, reset the unit and press and hold the DOWN key. You must keep the key pressed until you see the message “Password Cleared” appear on the front panel. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 22: Front Panel Interface
Front Panel Interface The Bubbler features a two line LCD interface, six buttons and two LEDs. The front panel interface can be used to setup the station, examine it’s status, view the current measurements, and view logged data. Navigating the Menus The menu has a tree structure, like directories in an operating system. -
Page 23: Viewing Current Data
If there are errors, the message ‘Hardware Error’ will be displayed when the front panel is turned on. In that case, you may press RIGHT for details. You may then press SET to clear the errors. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 24: Front Panel Menu Tree
Front Panel Menu Tree Errors (only show if errors are present) Hardware error details Accubar Water Level (live) and time of reading -- Press set to calibrate Tank Pressure (live) Battery Voltage (live) GPS* (when Garmin GPS is enabled) GPS Status GPS Time of Last Sync Local Time Offset Logged Data... - Page 25 Accubar Pressure Without Field Calibration Offset and Accubar Temperature Tank and Restrictor Pressure Pump Run Time Accubar ID Software Version Station Name and Time Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
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Page 26: Sdi-12 Sensor Operation
Accubar sensor from measuring. The standard SDI commands are as follows Name Command(s) Response Example/Notes Acknowledge Active Send Identification a13 SUTRON 1.0 CFBBLRssssssV1.03 Where 1.0 is the board revision, ssssss is the Accubar ® serial number and V1.03 is - 26 -... - Page 27 Verification Diagnostic results tell the +error count total number of errors (0 if Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
- Page 28 View extended aXAI! aIIccccccccmmmmmmvvvxx Accubar xxxx identification II SDI version (1.3) cccccccc is " SUTRON " mmmmmm sensor model vvv hardware version xxxxxx Accubar Sensor ID field calibration aXEdu! attt1 0XE+0+0 offset (pg 16)
- Page 29 Note: a D0 command issued after XUU will where s is the return the scale and pressure scale factor offset. and o is the offset, Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
- Page 30 Name Command(s) Response Example/Notes User output = Note: Be sure that the (psi)*scale + offset units of pressure (XUP) are set to user units (9). Set factory defaults aXFD! a0011 Note: a D0 command (pg 19) indicating that the command issued after the XFD will take 1 second and 1 value command will return...
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Page 31: Xxs Generic Change Bubbler Setup Command
XXS+1+20-5.5 would change the offset to –5.5 Changing the station name can use either a ‘+’ or ‘-‘ delimiter and may contain spaces: Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... - Page 32 XXS+1+5+New Name+20 would change the station name to “New Name”, and the Purge Pressure to 20. - 32 -...
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Page 33: Rs232 Command Line Interface
There are optional parameters that alter what data is downloaded: “LOG” with no parameters will download since last. “LOG ALL” gets whole log. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 34: Auto Output
“LOG X” gets X last days ("LOG 3" gets last 3 days worth of data) “LOG timeStart” gets data since provided date “LOG timeStart timeEnd” gets data between provided dates time can be YYYY/MM/DD HH:MM:SS or YYYY/MM/DD or HH:MM:SS e.g. "LOG 12:00:00 13:00:00" e.g. - Page 35 E.g. “PUMP 2.5” will have the pump turn on, stay on for 2.5 seconds and then turn off. REBOOT Does a software resets of the system. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
- Page 36 Can be followed by a setup variable name and a new value for that variable. E.g. “CHANGE STATION NAME = SUTRON” If SETUP DEFAULT is issued, it will reset the entire setup to defaults. STATUS 0 Shows system status including time, boot time, battery readings, last measurements, current internal sensor readings, and any hardware errors that may exist.
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Page 37: List Of Setup Variables
Type SETUP to get a list of the whole setup. Every setup variable can be viewed by typing its name. E.g. “STATION NAME” will show the current station name. Every setup variable can be changed by typing its name = new value. E.g. “STATION NAME = SUTRON” will set the station name to “SUTRON”. AUTO OUTPUT AUTOMEASURE INTERVAL... -
Page 38: Xpert-Xlite Modem 8080-0005
AND for either 5V or 12V depending on which you provide. A null modem is needed between the Bubbler and the modem. The default settings from Sutron for the modem will work. If the settings have been changed, issue these commands to the modem: AT&F... -
Page 39: Installation
The Bubbler OUTLET pressure fitting accommodates an 3/8" OD tubing that will run down into the water. The 3/8” tubing provided by Sutron can be installed directly on the ground, buried in the ground or in a conduit. When running the tube to the water, try to ensure that the line is run with a continuous downward slope. -
Page 40: Electrical Connections
Leaks inside the Bubbler can be a source of inaccuracy and/or excessive pumping and use of desiccant. To check for leaks, you must cap the outlet or orifice and fun the built-in leak test routine. Sutron provides a cap with each unit that can be used to cap the outlet for the leak test. When the leak test completes, the system will display a status indicating whether the unit has passed or failed the leak test along with a score. -
Page 41: Effect Of Currents
If an estuarine site must be used, specific gravity measurements should be taken and corrections applied. Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 42: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting The following checklist will help in troubleshooting problems: Problem Possible Cause No data Faulty wiring – check all wiring and terminations No power – check fuse in the data recorder and power at sensor. There is no fuse in the sensor itself. Wrong address requested -- make sure the data recorder is set up to request data at the proper address Wrong address set in sensor -- use the identify command to... -
Page 43: Desiccant Life
27.4 35.8 Desiccant has a capacity of 44.6 grams water Purge assumes flow of 5 litres/minute Vapor densities from hyperphysics web site Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 44: Factory Calibration
BUBBLERS. Sutron recommends an annual check of the Accubar calibration. Accubar Replacement The Accubar can be easily replaced. After acquiring a new sensor from Sutron, power down the Bubbler, open the front panel, unplug and remove the old Accubar and replace it with the new Accubar. -
Page 45: Firmware Upgrade
FIRMWARE Upgrade Sutron’s CF Bubbler has been designed using the most modern techniques such that at any time the system firmware may be upgraded while it is in the field preventing the need to ever return a unit to the factory for firmware upgrades. -
Page 46: Gps
-5 hours. If a Sutron Satlink (versions 6.17 and newer) is connected to the Bubbler via SDI-12 (in addition to the Garmin GPS), note that Satlink will set the clock of the Bubbler once per day. Please ensure that Satlink’s local time offset is equal to that of the Bubbler. -
Page 47: Gps Positioning
Jumper in question is J19, and is located next to the RS232 connector. Place a connector on jumper J19 so that it connects 12v to the middle pin (pins 1 and 2) Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 48: Rj45 To Rs232 Connector
A custom connector is required to get the Sutron and the Garmin GPS together. The connector bridges the RJ45 on the Garmin GPS to the RS232 on the Sutron unit. The table below provides the wiring diagram for the connector. -
Page 49: Appendix A - Specifications For The Bubbler
-25°C to +60°C optional -40°C to +60°C Humidity 0-95% Non-condensing Ordering Information Part Number Description 56-0133-25-1 Accubar Constant Flow Bubble Gauge, 25 PSI max Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520... -
Page 50: Appendix B- Sutron Customer Service Policy
Of course not all problems can be fixed over the phone. Sometimes a customer needs an on-site technician to identify site related problems or troubleshoot a network. Sutron can provide these services at a reasonable cost. Call for details. If you would like to learn more about Sutron products email sales@sutron.com... -
Page 51: Appendix C- Commercial Warranty
The above Warranty applies only to products manufactured by Sutron. Equipment provided, but not manufactured by Sutron, is warranted and will be repaired to the extent of and according to the current terms and conditions of the respective equipment manufacturers. - Page 52 ? 24 events..............18 external sensor ...........20 Accubar..............14 autozero............15 factory defaults ..........20 calibration ............45 field calibration offset........16 ID ..............14 front panel............23 replacement............45 turning on/off..........23 temperature ............16 Front panel Auto Output ............35 key functions ..........23 automeasure ............17 interval ............17 offset ..............17 GPS..............47 AutoPurge ............13 Green LED ............14 autozero..............15...
- Page 53 ..........34 Bubbler setup ..........19 measuring ............15 log download ..........19 right digits............16 SDI-12 SDI-12 ............28 connector............9 setting ............16 operation ............27 units ...............16 Bringing the Benefits of Real-Time Data Collection to the World Sutron Corporation, 21300 Ridgetop Circle, Sterling, Virginia 20166-6520...
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