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Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meter for Liquids
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  • Page 1 TransPort® PT900 Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meter for Liquids User’s Manual BH033C11 EN E panametrics.com...
  • Page 3 User’s Manual BH033C11 Rev. E April 2025 panametrics.com Copyright 2025 Baker Hughes company. This material contains one or more registered trademarks of Baker Hughes Company and its subsidiaries in one or more countries. All third-party product and company names are trademarks of their respective...
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  • Page 5: Typographical Conventions

    Preface Services Panametrics provides customers with an experienced staff of customer support personnel ready to respond to technical inquiries, as well as other remote and on-site support needs. To complement our broad portfolio of industry-leading solutions, we offer several types of flexible and scalable support services including: Training, Product Repairs, Service Agreements and more.
  • Page 6 Environmental Compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Panametrics is an active participant in Europe’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) take-back initiative, directive 2012/19/EU. The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Introduction System Description ....................1 Chapter 2.
  • Page 8 Contents Programming the FLUID Menu ................. .56 Programming the TRANSDUCERS Menu .
  • Page 9 Contents Chapter 8. Error Codes and Troubleshooting Error Codes ....................105 8.1.1 Error Header .
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  • Page 11: Chapter 1. Introduction

    Chapter 1. Introduction Chapter 1. Introduction System Description The PT900 is a portable flow transmitter for the measurement of liquid products. It utilizes a new electronics platform and a simplified industrial design to make it extremely easy to install and use. The system includes: a transmitter, a pair of transducers, a new clamp-on fixture and a transducer cable (see Figure 1 below).
  • Page 12 Chapter 1. Introduction [no content intended for this page] TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2. Installation

    To ensure safe and reliable operation of the PT900, the system must be installed in accordance with established Panametrics guidelines. Those guidelines are explained in detail in this chapter and include the following topics: • Unpacking the PT900 (see page 3) •...
  • Page 14 Chapter 2. Installation 15. DIO cable with cabling box 16. Battery charger 17. Transducer extension cable up to 100 ft long 18. 48" chain for the clamp-on fixture Figure 2: PT900 in Hard Carrier Case TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Installing A Battery Pack In The Transmitter

    Chapter 2. Installation Installing a Battery Pack in the Transmitter To install a new battery pack in the transmitter (see Figure 3 below): Using a slotted screwdriver, rotate the two quick-screws on the battery cover 90° to open the transmitter. Remove the existing battery pack.

  • Page 16: Installing The Clamp-On Fixture And Transducers

    Installing the Clamp-On Fixture and Transducers This section describes in detail how to mount the standard PT9 clamp-on transducer fixture on the pipe. Note: Consult Panametrics for instructions on installing the optional CF-LP clamping fixture (shown in Figure 5 below). Figure 5: CF-LP Clamping Fixture 2.5.1...

  • Page 17: Transducer Spacing Calculation

    Chapter 2. Installation 2.5.2 Transducer Spacing Calculation IMPORTANT: The required transducer spacing is calculated by the APP after you program the PIPE, FLUID, TRANSDUCER and PLACEMENT menus. Before proceeding with this installation, you must complete the programming starting in Chapter 4, Programming on page 51 up to “Viewing the Transducer Spacing” on page 63. Use that calculated transducer spacing in the following sections.
  • Page 18 Chapter 2. Installation Select a clamp-on fixture mounting location on the pipeline which meets the following requirements (see Figure 9 below): • A straight pipe run of at least 10 nominal pipe diameters (with no fittings or bends) before the upstream transducer •...
  • Page 19 Chapter 2. Installation Figure 11: Fixture Placed on Top of Pipe Verify that the pipe rests in the small cutout slot on the bottom of the end pieces (see Figure 12 below). Also, be sure that the scale markings on the rail rod of the clamp-on fixture can be easily read after the installation has been completed.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2. Installation Step 6a Step 6b Chain Screw Mechanism Unscrew End Flat End of Chain Chain Slot Step 6c Step 6d Press Down Tighten Insert Chain Figure 13: Installing a Chain Repeat the previous steps to install the chain at the opposite end of the clamp-on fixture (see Figure 14). The clamp-on fixture should be firmly mounted to the pipe, but it should still be loose enough to allow final alignment.

  • Page 21: Checking The Transducer Holders

    Before installing the transducers into the clamp-on fixture, a transducer holder must be attached to the each transducer. A transducer holder is installed on each transducer by Panametrics prior to shipment. Verify that your transducers have their holders already installed and that they are secure. If so, you may skip this section.

  • Page 22: Installing The Transducers

    Chapter 2. Installation Slide the holder onto the top of the transducer so that the circle slots near the top of the transducer sides are closely aligned with the filled holes on the side of the transducer holder. Screw the hex socket set screws from the transducer holder into the holes of the transducer. These screws will lock the holder into place.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2. Installation Move both cams to the loaded position, so that the clamp holders rest in their furthest radial position from the pipe (see Figure 19 below). Figure 19: Loaded Cams Apply the supplied couplant to both transducer faces (see Figure 20 below). The couplant displaces any air gaps between the transducer and the pipe to ensure a uniform acoustic signal path.
  • Page 24 Chapter 2. Installation Slide a transducer, which is already locked into its transducer holder, into one of the clamp-on fixture's clamp holders until the plunger from the top of the transducer holder snaps into its position on the bottom of the clamp holder (see Figure 21 below).

  • Page 25: Even And Odd-Traverse Installations

    Chapter 2. Installation IMPORTANT: You must determine the required transducer spacing before proceeding (see “Viewing the Transducer Spacing” on page 63). 2.5.6 Even and Odd-Traverse Installations The transducers for a PT900 system may be installed in either of the following configurations: •...

  • Page 26: Odd-Traverse Installations

    Chapter 2. Installation 2.5.6.2 Odd-Traverse Installations For an odd-traverse installation, the separate yoke included with the clamp-on fixture is required (see Figure 24 below). Yoke Screw Figure 24: Yoke for Odd-Traverse Installations IMPORTANT: The clamping fixture must be installed before the yoke (see "“Mounting the PT9 Clamp-On Fixture” on page 7).
  • Page 27 Chapter 2. Installation Figure 26: Yoke Placement On Top of Pipe Wrap the yoke chains around the pipe and secure them to the yoke bracket, as shown in Figure 27 below. [Spacing [Spacing >305 mm/12 in.] <305 mm/12 in.] Figure 27: Yoke Chains Secured Rotate the yoke until it is located in a horizontal position on the opposite side of the pipe from the previously installed clamping fixture, as shown in Figure 28.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2. Installation [Spacing >305 mm/12 in.] Bracket Surfaces [Spacing <305 mm/12 in.] Bracket Surfaces Figure 28: Yoke Rotated into Horizontal Position Ensure that the top surfaces of the yoke bracket and the clamping fixture brackets lie precisely in the same horizontal plane (see Figure 28 above).
  • Page 29 Chapter 2. Installation 17.13 in. (435mm) Fixed Clamp at Zero Marking on Yoke Figure 29: Yoke Set at 435 mm/17.13 in. • Spacing <305 mm (120 mm/4.72 in. is used as an example): Measure the required 120 mm/4.72 in. distance from the edge of the fixed clamp to the marked line on the yoke (see Figure 30 below).
  • Page 30 Chapter 2. Installation Tighten the nuts to secure the yoke to the pipe (see Figure 31 below). Figure 31: Secure the Yoke Loosen the yoke screw. Then, apply couplant to the transducer face and insert the transducer into the yoke, as shown in Figure 32.

  • Page 31: Even-Traverse Installations (Spacing>305 Mm/12 In.)

    Chapter 2. Installation [Spacing >305 mm/12 in.] [Spacing <305 mm/12 in.] Figure 33: Completed Odd-Traverse Installation (Top View) 2.5.6.3 Even-Traverse Installations (Spacing>305 mm/12 in.) For an even-traverse installation with a transducer spacing >305 mm/12 in., the separate yoke included with the clamp-on fixture is required (see Figure 34 below).
  • Page 32 Chapter 2. Installation IMPORTANT: The clamping fixture must be installed before the yoke (see “Mounting the PT9 Clamp-On Fixture” on page 7). You must determine the required transducer spacing before proceeding (see “Viewing the Transducer Spacing” on page 63). To install the yoke, complete the following steps: Loosen the yoke screw at least 25 mm/1 in.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2. Installation Wrap the yoke chains around the pipe and secure them to the yoke bracket, as shown in Figure 37 below. Figure 37: Yoke Chains Secured Rotate the yoke until it is located in a horizontal position on the same side of the pipe as the previously installed clamping fixture, as shown in Figure 38 below.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2. Installation Place the fixed clamp in the clamping fixture at zero on the scale. As an example, if the required transducer spacing is 435 mm/17.13 in., measure the required 435 mm/17.13 in. distance from the edge of the fixed clamp to the marked line on the yoke (see Figure 39 below).
  • Page 35 Chapter 2. Installation Loosen the yoke screw. Then, apply couplant to the transducer face and insert the transducer into the yoke, as shown in Figure 41below. Figure 41: Insert Transducer into Yoke Tighten the yoke screw until the transducer firmly contacts the pipe. Your completed odd-traverse installation should look like Figure 42 below.

  • Page 36: Making The Electrical Connections

    Chapter 2. Installation Making the Electrical Connections Before taking measurements with the PT900, you must make all the necessary cable connections to the transmitter. To wire your transmitter, complete the following sections: • Connecting the Line Power (see page 26) •...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Transducers

    Chapter 2. Installation The PT900 is powered by either a 100-240 VAC wall mount plug-in module or by a Lithium Ion high-energy rechargeable smart battery pack. In either case, you must connect the power cord to the Power connector (see Figure 44 below).

  • Page 38: Connecting The Digital Output

    Chapter 2. Installation Figure 45: Transducer Connections (Bottom) 2.6.3 Connecting the Digital Output The PT900 provides one RS485/Modbus digital output and also supports a digital frequency/pulse output and a totalizer/control gate input. Connect the digital output as shown in Figure 46 below (see the cable to the right). The pin numbers for the connector and the color code for the standard input/output cable are shown in Table 1 below.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Analog Inputs And Output

    Chapter 2. Installation Figure 46: Transmitter I/O Connections (Right Side) 2.6.4 Connecting the Analog Inputs and Output The PT900 provides one 0/4-20 mA analog current output and two 4-20 mA analog inputs, with a switchable 16 V supply for loop-powered temperature transmitters. Connect the analog inputs and output as shown in Figure 46 on page 29 (see the cable to the left).

  • Page 40: Connecting The Energy Cables

    Chapter 2. Installation 2.6.5 Connecting the Energy Cables The AIO port is commonly used for connecting a pair of energy cables to permit energy measurements (see Figure 47 below). Figure 47: Energy Cable Connection (Right Side) 2.6.6 Using the USB Port The PT900 provides one USB2.0 full-speed interface.

  • Page 41: Using The Bluetooth Wireless Interface

    The PT900 comes with a self-contained, built-in, rechargeable battery pack to support portable operation. For optimum performance, these batteries require a minimum of maintenance. CAUTION! Use only Panametrics-approved batteries and desktop chargers, which are designed to maximize battery life. Using other batteries or chargers voids your warranty and may cause damage to the equipment.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Batteries

    Chapter 2. Installation For optimal run time, charge the batteries only in temperatures from 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C). Otherwise, the batteries will not be properly charged and will have significantly reduced run time. Store the batteries at temperatures ranging from -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C). The recommended storage temperature range is -4°F to 77°F (-20°C to 25°C).

  • Page 43: Disposing Of The Batteries

    Be sure to dispose of your batteries properly. In some areas, battery disposal in business or household trash may be prohibited. For safe disposal options, contact your nearest Panametrics authorized service center. Powering On and Off To operate the PT900, the power cord must be plugged into line voltage or the battery pack must be charged as described in the previous sections.

  • Page 44: Pt900 Led Indicators

    Chapter 2. Installation PT900 LED Indicators The four colored LEDs on the front of the PT900 transmitter (see Figure 52 below) provide real time information on the meter status. See the next page for details. Power Battery Bluetooth Status Figure 52: Transmitter LEDs (Front) 2.9.1 Power LED •...

  • Page 45: Chapter 3. Initial Setup

    Android App • Google Play Store: To obtain a newer version of the APP from Google Play Store, search for “Transport PT900” and install it. Google Play Store is the preferred method of installation because updates will automatically be loaded to your tablet with the latest version of the application.

  • Page 46: Installing The Tablet App From The Sd Card (Applicable Only To Android App)

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup • QR Code or Panametrics Website: To obtain a newer version of the APP, scan the QR Code in Figure 54 below. Figure 54: QR Code Alternatively, download the latest version of the app from the Panametrics website by visiting the URL below and clicking on the PT900 Software link www.bakerhughes.com/panametrics/flow-meters/portable-flowmeters...
  • Page 47 Chapter 3. Initial Setup In the tablet settings, enable the security option to allow the installation of software from “Unknown sources” for this installation only (see Figure 56below). Figure 56: Security Settings Click on the APK file, and the Android operating system will verify the checksum and signature for the file. Depending on whether this is an initial installation or an update installation, you will see one of the screens shown in Figure 57 below.

  • Page 48: Pairing The Tablet And The Transmitter

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup Pairing the Tablet and the Transmitter To set up the APP and pair with the PT900 transmitter, complete the following steps: After the APP has been downloaded to your tablet, find the icon shown in Figure 58 below on the tablet APPS and click on it to launch the APP.
  • Page 49 Chapter 3. Initial Setup At the screen shown in Figure 60 below, select the desired language for the APP and click OK. Figure 60: PT900 APP Language Options At the License Agreement screen (see Figure 61 below), read the agreement and then click AGREE to continue with the APP installation or click CANCEL to stop the APP installation.
  • Page 50 Chapter 3. Initial Setup At the Registration screen (see Figure 62 below), click OK to register your PT900 or click CANCEL to skip the registration. Note: If you skip the registration, the screen will popup as a reminder the first five times you launch the APP and then it will never appear again.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3. Initial Setup To connect to a new PT900 transmitter, click SCAN. Pairing steps are different for Android and iOS application. For Android, follow the below steps (8 & 9) and for iOS, follow the steps 10 & 11. Figure 64: Scanning Transmitter Note: Your PT900 transmitter is identified by the serial number on its label (see Figure 65 below).
  • Page 52 Chapter 3. Initial Setup In Android, APP will search for all available transmitters via Bluetooth. After the scan has been completed, any new transmitters which were found are listed in the AVAILABLE DEVICES section of the tablet screen (see red arrow in Figure 66 below).
  • Page 53 Chapter 3. Initial Setup For iOS: 10. In iOS, APP will search for all available transmitters via Bluetooth. After the scan has been completed, any new transmitters which were found are listed in the AVAILABLE DEVICES section of the tablet screen. Click on your transmitter to pair it with the tablet via Bluetooth.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3. Initial Setup 12. Click the BACK button on the tablet to return to the PT900 APP main menu. Then, select your PT900 transmitter in the TRANSMITTERS PAIRED list and click NEXT to open the Main Menu. For example, the PT900-M09160025 transmitter is selected from the list in Figure 70 below.

  • Page 55: Removing Paired Devices From Pt900 App

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup IMPORTANT: To pair this transmitter again, user needs to remove the device manually from PT900 APP and iPhone. To remove the device, refer to “Removing paired devices from PT900 APP” on page 45 and “Removing paired devices from iPhone/Tablet” on page 46. 3.4.1 Removing paired devices from PT900 APP Select the transmitter from the list that you want to remove and click Edit button in the top right of the below...

  • Page 56: Removing Paired Devices From Iphone/Tablet

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup Click OK on the pop-up that appears to confirm the deletion. Now the device will be removed from the APP list. Figure 74: Pop-up Screen 3.4.2 Removing paired devices from iPhone/Tablet On iPhone/tablet Go to Settings > Bluetooth. Find the device that you want to remove and click icon next to it.
  • Page 57 Chapter 3. Initial Setup Click Forget This Device on the below screen. Figure 76: Bluetooth Settings Screen Click Forget Device again on the below screen to confirm the deletion. Now the device will be removed from the iPhone. Figure 77: Confirm the Deletion TransPort®...

  • Page 58: Using The App Main Menu And The Slide Menu

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup Using the APP Main Menu and the Slide Menu 3.5.1 The Main Menu After successfully installing the APP on the tablet and pairing a PT900 transmitter with the tablet, the initial APP screen is the Main Menu shown in Figure 78 below. Figure 78: APP Main Menu Screen The available options in the APP Main Menu are: •...

  • Page 59: The Slide Menu (Applicable Only To Android)

    Chapter 3. Initial Setup 3.5.2 The Slide Menu (Applicable only to Android) In Android, as an alternative to the Main Menu discussed in the previous section, you may use the Slide Menu shown in Figure 79 below. Click Here Swipe from left edge to right Figure 79: APP Slide Menu Screen To access the Slide Menu, either click the icon in the top left corner of the screen or swipe across the screen from...
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  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Programming

    Chapter 4. Programming Chapter 4. Programming Configuring the Units of Measurement The UNITS OF MEASUREMENT menu (see Figure 80 below) allows the user to select the measurement units displayed by the PT900 in all of its screens. Note: Because the choice of Metric or English units is reflected in all other menu screens, this menu should be programmed first.

  • Page 62: Configuring A Channel

    Chapter 4. Programming Based on your selection above, the units for all of the PT900 measurement parameters will be automatically populated with default units. Some of the parameters have only one units of measure choice available. The text boxes for these parameters are grayed out, and the default units cannot be changed.
  • Page 63 Chapter 4. Programming Using Channel 1 as an example, refer to Figure 82 below and complete the following steps: Change the channel status from Off to On. This will not only activate the channel, but it will also activate the two programming buttons.

  • Page 64: Programming The Pipe Menu

    Chapter 4. Programming Programming the PIPE Menu The PIPE menu allows the user to specify all pipe parameters that are required to ensure accurate ultrasonic flow rate measurements. An example of this menu is shown in Figure 84 below. See the following sub-sections for the options available in programming the various pipe parameters.

  • Page 65: Pipe Dimensions

    Chapter 4. Programming IMPORTANT: The pipe sound speed is automatically entered, based on the selected pipe material. If OTHER is selected for the pipe material, be sure to enter the correct sound speed for your specific pipe material. 4.3.2 Pipe Dimensions Be sure to enter the following information for your pipe: •...

  • Page 66: Programming The Fluid Menu

    Chapter 4. Programming Programming the FLUID Menu The FLUID menu allows the user to specify all the parameters of the fluid flowing through the pipe that are required to ensure accurate ultrasonic flow rate measurements. An example of this menu is shown in Figure 85 below. See the following sub-sections for the options available in programming the various fluid parameters.
  • Page 67 Chapter 4. Programming Figure 86: Fluid Menu Density Options The fluid KINEMATIC VISCOSITY (see Panametrics document 916-119) is used to calculate the Reynolds Number, which is then used calculate the Reynolds Correction. In the REFERENCE DENSITY section, enter the value of reference density which is used to calculate mass for CH1 and Ch2.

  • Page 68: Programming The Transducers Menu

    Chapter 4. Programming Programming the TRANSDUCERS Menu The TRANSDUCERS menu allows the user to specify all the parameters of the transducers that are required to ensure accurate ultrasonic flow rate measurements. An example of this menu is shown in Figure 87 below. See the following sub-sections for the options available in programming the transducers.

  • Page 69: Programming The Transducer Parameters

    To program your transducer parameters, refer to Figure 87 on page 58 and complete the following steps: On TRANSDUCERS section and select your transducer model from the drop down list. Note: The Panametrics Transducer Installation Guide for your transducer model provides more detailed information on transducer mounting configurations. Table 6: Available Clamp-On Transducers...

  • Page 70: Setting The Reynolds Correction Factor

    WEDGE SOUND SPEED: This parameter is entered automatically by the PT900 for all Standard transducers, but it must be edited with the correct value provided by Panametrics for Other transducers. WEDGE ANGLE: This parameter is entered automatically by the PT900 for all Standard transducers, but it must be edited with the correct value provided by Panametrics for Other transducers.

  • Page 71: Programming The Meter Factor

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.5.3 Programming the Meter Factor To program the METER FACTOR, refer to Figure 87 on page 58 and complete the following steps: Click on the METER FACTOR button to open the menu shown in Figure 89 below. Figure 89: The Calibrate Factor Menu The CALIBRATE FACTOR is used to calibrate or adjust the flow rate readings of the PT900 to correspond with another flow rate reference.

  • Page 72: Programming The Placement Menu

    Chapter 4. Programming Programming the PLACEMENT Menu The PLACEMENT menu allows the user to configure the mounting method of the transducers, based on the programmed information in the TRANSDUCERS menu (see “Programming the TRANSDUCERS Menu” on page 58). 4.6.1 Viewing the Traverse Configuration For CLAMP-ON transducers, one of the six possible TRAVERSE configurations shown in Figure 91 below is displayed, as appropriate for your programmed transducer information.

  • Page 73: Viewing The Transducer Spacing

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.6.2 Viewing the Transducer Spacing The TRANSDUCER SPACING screen (see Figure 92 below) shows the value calculated by the PT900 for the correct distance between the upstream and downstream transducers, based on your programmed transducer data. This value should be used when installing your transducer clamping fixture on the pipe.

  • Page 74: Zero Flow Validation

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.6.2.2 Zero Flow Validation Note: You must make sure that the fluid in your pipe is not flowing before proceeding. After the flow in the pipeline is verified to be static, refer to Figure 94 below and calibrate the zero flow setting by completing the following steps: Click the VELOCITY input control.

  • Page 75: Configuring The Program Options

    Chapter 4. Programming IMPORTANT: You have now completed the programming of the PIPE, FLUID, TRANSDUCER and PLACEMENT menus. Click on the GO TO MEASURE button to change to the measurement display or click the LOG DATA button to begin logging data. Configuring the Program Options Note: The programming instructions in this section are only required if you will be using any of the options listed...

  • Page 76: Programming The Energy Tab

    Chapter 4. Programming Figure 97: The Program Options Menu 4.7.1 Programming the ENERGY Tab The first tab in the Program Options menu is ENERGY (see Figure 97). The ENERGY tab enables the user to calculate the energy of a system based on the temperature at a supply point, the temperature at a return point and the flow of the fluid through the system.
  • Page 77 Chapter 4. Programming In the SUPPLY TEMPERATURE section, open the drop-down list and select Fixed or Analog Input 1 or Analog Input 2 as the type of supply for your system. If you choose Fixed, you will need to enter the desired value in the TEMPERATURE section.

  • Page 78: Programming The Inputs Tab

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.7.2 Programming the INPUTS Tab The INPUTS tab (see Figure 101 below) enables the user to specify the parameters for the energy supply temperature, the energy return temperature and the fixed temperature, based on your previous programming choices in the ENERGY tab.

  • Page 79: Programming The Outputs Tab

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.7.3 Programming the OUTPUTS Tab The OUTPUTS tab (see Figure 102 on page 69) enables the user to specify the ANALOG OUTPUTS, DIGITAL OUTPUTS and MODBUS parameters. Figure 102: The Outputs Menu TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 80: Analog Outputs

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.7.3.1 Analog Outputs To program the ANALOG OUTPUTS, complete the following steps: Open the drop-down list in the MEASUREMENT box, and select either CH1 (Channel 1), CH2 (Channel 2), Average (Average of CH1 and CH2) or General (General Function List) for the output. Open the drop-down list in the DATA SOURCE box, and select one of the available data source options from Table 7 below.

  • Page 81: Digital Outputs

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.7.3.2 Digital Outputs To program the DIGITAL OUTPUTS, complete the following steps: Open the drop-down list in the FUNCTION box, and select either Off, Pulse, Frequency, Alarm or Gate for the type of digital output desired. If Off was selected in the FUNCTION box, no additional programming is required for the DIGITAL OUTPUTS. If Pulse was selected in the FUNCTION box, the meter outputs a square wave pulse for each unit of flow passing through the pipeline.

  • Page 82: Modbus Outputs

    Chapter 4. Programming 4.7.3.3 Modbus Outputs The PT900 transmitter supports Modbus digital communication. To program the MODBUS OUTPUT, enter values for the following parameters in the appropriate boxes: • ADDRESS (Default value is 1) • BAUD RATE (Default value is 115200) •...
  • Page 83 Chapter 4. Programming Open the drop-down list in the DECIMAL box, and select the desired number of decimal places for the function value (0 to 4). Define the User Function by completing the following steps: Table 8 Open the drop-down list in the OPERATOR box, and select the desired mathematical operator (see below for the available options).
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  • Page 85: Chapter 5. Measurements

    Chapter 5. Measurements Chapter 5. Measurements Introduction The PT900 is a transit-time ultrasonic flow meter. During signal processing, many different system parameters are measured or calculated. The PT900 APP provides the user a powerful tool for monitoring these parameters in real-time.

  • Page 86: Setting Up The Measurements For Display

    Chapter 5. Measurements Setting Up the Measurements for Display The PT900 APP can display up to 10 different variables at the same time. To set up your display screen, click the EDIT button at the top right of the measurement screen to open the SET UP MEASUREMENTS menu, as shown in Figure 105 below.
  • Page 87 Chapter 5. Measurements Table 10: Available Measurement Variables (Continued) Standard Variables Inventory Reverse Totalizer Inventory Reverse Totalizer User Func 3 Inventory Net Totalizer Inventory Net Totalizer User Func 4 Inventory Totalizer Time Inventory Totalizer Time User Func 5 Diagnostic Variables CH1 (Channel 1) &...

  • Page 88: Viewing Measurements

    Chapter 5. Measurements Viewing Measurements In Figure 106 below, note that CH1 has been turned On and CH2 has been turned Off in the PROGRAM menu. Also, no AI source is connected to the General channel, because the value is zero. Click Here Figure 106: Multiple Measurement Screen Clicking any measurement on the measurement screen will open a popup dialog box for changing the decimal...

  • Page 89: Displaying Multiple Measurements

    Chapter 5. Measurements 5.3.1 Displaying Multiple Measurements The default measurement screen is a multi-measurement format, which means that all measurements which have been set up are displayed on one page with scrolling capability. An indication of this display type is the highlighted icon at the top of the screen (see Figure 106 on page 78).
  • Page 90 Chapter 5. Measurements Figure 109: Graph Measurement Screen • To switch the display back to NUMERIC mode, click the icon at the top right of the screen. • When in GRAPH mode, click the SETTING button just above the graph to open the SET Y AXIS menu shown in Figure 110 below.

  • Page 91: Displaying The Totalizer Screen

    Chapter 5. Measurements To edit the parameters for the Y axis, complete the following steps: Move the slide switch to Manual. The Min Y and Max Y text boxes are now active. You may now enter your desired values in these text boxes. After editing the values, click the OK button and the new values will take effect, or click the CANCEL button to keep the old values.

  • Page 92: Displaying The Diagnostics Parameters

    Chapter 5. Measurements 5.3.4 Displaying the Diagnostics Parameters During operation, the PT900 measures various system parameters for the purpose of analyzing the system performance. These system diagnostic parameters are listed in the DIAGNOSTICS measurement screen (see Figure 112 below). To access this screen, click the icon at the top of the measurement screen.

  • Page 93: Chapter 6. Logging Data

    Chapter 6. Logging Data Chapter 6. Logging Data Introduction The PT900 transmitter supports an easy-to-use data logging function, which allows diagnostic and measurement data to be recorded in a log file. To create a log file, the following parameters must be specified: The following Channels are available for logging: •...
  • Page 94 Chapter 6. Logging Data Just click the OK button to open the ADD LOG menu shown in Figure 114 below. Figure 114: ADD LOG Menu Program the new log parameters as shown in Table 11 below: Table 11: Programming the Log Parameters Parameter Entry Type Description...

  • Page 95: Deleting, Stopping Or Editing A Log

    Chapter 6. Logging Data Deleting, Stopping or Editing a Log In the LOGS main menu (see Figure 115 below), all existing logs and their current status are listed. Each listed log may be edited, stopped or deleted, depending on their current status. Android Figure 115: LOGS Main Menu Each listed log has one of the following three status designations:...

  • Page 96: Deleting A Log

    Chapter 6. Logging Data 6.3.1 Deleting a Log To DELETE a Pending or Stopped log, complete the following steps: On the LOGS main menu (see Figure 115 on page 85), click in the SELECT column to the right of the log you wish to delete.

  • Page 97: Viewing A Log

    Chapter 6. Logging Data Edit any of the log parameters in the above menu using the same instructions given in “Adding a Log” on page 83. After your edits are complete, click UPDATE button to save your changes. 6.3.3 Viewing a Log The logged data is stored in the PT900 transmitter.
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  • Page 99: Chapter 7. Configuring The Transmitter

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Introduction To configure the PT900 transmitter, click the TRANSMITTER icon in the APP main menu (see Figure 117 below). Figure 117: The Transmitter Menu TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...
  • Page 100 Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter If a PT900 transmitter is CONNECTED to the tablet APP via Bluetooth, the TRANSMITTER menu shows device information about the PT900 transmitter, the battery and the memory usage. However, if the connection is OFFLINE, this information is unavailable.

  • Page 101: Updating The Pt900 Transmitter Software

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter • The LANGUAGE button is used to select the language used by the tablet APP. The languages listed in Table 13 below are supported: Table 13: Supported APP Languages English Français Castellano Nederlands Português 中文 Deutsch Español Svenska...
  • Page 102 Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter In the APP TRANSMITTER menu, click the UPDATE button (see Figure 121 below) to start the update. Figure 121: UPDATE Button in TRANSMITTER Menu The system will check the validation of the new image file by checksum. If the check is OK, the new software will load in the next reboot.

  • Page 103: Programming The Transmitter Service Menu

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Figure 123: Update in Progress Screen After the transmitter reboots, the message shown in Figure 124 below will pop up. Click the OK button to reconnect the transmitter. Figure 124: Transmitter Reconnection Screen Go to the TRANSMITTER menu (see Figure 118 on page 90) and verify that the device information is correct. If you had any problems during the update, make sure that the following conditions were met: •...

  • Page 104: Programming The Calibration Menu

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter 7.3.1 Programming the CALIBRATION Menu The CALIBRATION option (see Figure 125 below) is used to calibrate the transmitter’s ANALOG OUTPUT and the ANALOG INPUT. IMPORTANT: The CALIBRATION function only works if the transmitter is ONLINE. Figure 125: The Calibration Menu 7.3.1.1 Calibrating the ANALOG OUTPUT Option...

  • Page 105: Calibrating The Analog Input Option

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Figure 126: 4 mA (Left) and 20 mA (Right) Calibration Menus WARNING! Transmitter remains in configure mode when the App is killed from calibration screen. 7.3.1.2 Calibrating the ANALOG INPUT Option To calibrate the transmitter ANALOG INPUT, refer to Figure 127 and complete the following steps: Click the CALIBRATE button to open the ANALOG INPUT CALIBRATION menu.
  • Page 106 Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Figure 127: Before (Left) and After (Right) 4 mA Values TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Programming The Meter Setup Menu

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter 7.3.2 Programming the METER SETUP Menu The METER SETUP option (see Figure 128) is used to configure the following PT900 system parameters (see the following section for instructions): • TOTALIZER • AUTO POWER ON • TOTALIZER AUTO START •...

  • Page 108: Function Descriptions

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Power and Reset Automation Features In addition to manual control, the system includes automation features that manage power recovery and totalizer behavior after a power loss. These include: • AUTO POWER • TOTALIZER AUTO START •...

  • Page 109: Operating Conditions

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter Operating Conditions IMPORTANT: These functions will operate automatically only when the device does not detect a battery and is powered by an external source. If a battery is present, none of the automatic functions (AUTO POWER, TOTALIZER AUTO START, or TOTALIZER AUTO RESET) will activate, even if they were enabled.

  • Page 110: Saving Your Settings

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter 7.3.2.5 Saving Your Settings IMPORTANT: Be sure to click the SAVE button before leaving the METER SETUP menu, or all of your settings will be discarded. 7.3.3 Programming the TESTING Menu The TESTING menu (see Figure 133 below) is used to ensure that the PT900 is performing properly. The following tests are included: •...

  • Page 111: Testing With The Wave Sample Channel

    The WAVE SAMPLE CHANNEL test captures signals and displays them in a graph similar to Figure 135 below. Click the DOWNLOAD button to save the screen capture to the <internal storage of tablet>/TransPort/ScreenShot folder. IMPORTANT: Wave samples are only required for troubleshooting with Panametrics’s guidance. Note: If permission of photos is not available while saving the waveform and the user tries to change it from settings, the App will restart.

  • Page 112: Programming The Error Limits Menu

    Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter 7.3.4 Programming the ERROR LIMITS Menu The ERROR LIMITS menu (see Figure 136 below) enables the user to set limits for an incoming signal. When the signal falls outside these programmed limits, an error indication is displayed on the MEASUREMENT screen. Figure 136: The ERROR LIMITS Menu To program the ERROR LIMITS menu, complete the following steps: In the VELOCITY section, enter the desired MIN LIMIT and MAX LIMIT values in the appropriate text boxes.
  • Page 113 Chapter 7. Configuring the Transmitter There is an acceptable range for each of the parameters entered in this menu. If you enter a value outside of these limits a message similar to Figure 137 below is displayed. Figure 137: Out of Limits Message Click the OK button to close the above message, then click the icon on the ERROR LIMITS menu for help (see the example below).
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  • Page 115: Chapter 8. Error Codes And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8. Error Codes and Troubleshooting Chapter 8. Error Codes and Troubleshooting Error Codes The bottom line of the Tablet LCD displays a single, top-priority error message during operation. This line, called the Error Line and it includes the following: •...

  • Page 116: E3: Velocity Range

    Chapter 8. Error Codes and Troubleshooting 8.1.2.3 E3: Velocity Range Problem: The velocity exceeds the programmed limits. Cause: This error may be caused by improper programming, poor flow conditions or excessive turbulence. Action: Make sure the actual flow rate is within the programmed limits. Also, check the programmed Error Limits value.

  • Page 117: Fluid And Pipe Problems

    If preliminary troubleshooting with the Error Code messages indicates a possible fluid or pipe problem, proceed with this section. Read the following sections carefully to determine if the problem is indeed related to the fluid or pipe. If the instructions in this section fail to resolve the problem, contact Panametrics for assistance. 8.2.2.1 Fluid Problems Most fluid-related problems result from a failure to observe the flow meter system installation instructions.

  • Page 118: Transducer Problems

    Transducer Problems Ultrasonic transducers are rugged, reliable devices. However, they are subject to physical damage from mishandling and chemical attack. Contact Panametrics for assistance if you cannot solve a transducer-related problem. Diagnostic Parameters If you suspect fluid, pipe, transducer or electrical problems with your PT900 system, the diagnostic parameters listed in Table 15 below are available to help you troubleshoot the problem.

  • Page 119: Getting Help

    • Service (see page 111) • Spare Parts (see page 111) Figure 138: The HELP Menu IMPORTANT: Please contact your Panametrics sales representative at any time for help with any questions not answered in this manual. TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 120: The About Screen

    ® PT900 Portable Ultrasonic Flow Meter App Version : 1.1.3 ©2025 Panametrics Figure 139: The About Screen 8.4.2 The Diagnostics Screen Click on the Diagnostics option to open a screen similar to Figure 140 below. This screen displays the possible flow errors that can be generated by the PT900 system, such as the E1:Low Signal error shown in the example below.

  • Page 121: The Service Screen

    Click on the Spare Parts option to open a screen similar to Figure 142 below. This screen lists the spare parts available from Panametrics for the PT900 system. Just click on any of the listed parts to display a description of that part.

  • Page 122: Help Topics List

    Chapter 8. Error Codes and Troubleshooting Help Topics List The following is a complete list of the available help topics: What type of tablet may I use with the PT900 Applications? Where can I get the PT900 application? To update to the latest version of the PT900 APP, do I need to update both my APP and PT900 firmware? I cannot connect to the PT900 transmitter with my tablet.

  • Page 123: The Quick-Start Guide

    The Quick-Start Guide The Quick Start Guide (document #BH033C24), which can be found on your SD card, provides general instructions on using the flow meter and the APP. Start by watching the installation videos on Panametrics website at www.bakerhughes.com/panametrics/flow-meters/portable-flowmeters and then complete the following steps: Check the PT900 transmitter and the tablet before use.
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  • Page 125: Chapter 9. Communication

    Chapter 9. Communication Chapter 9. Communication Modbus Communication In general, the PT900 flow meter follows the standard Modbus communications protocol defined by the reference MODBUS APPLICATION PROTOCOL SPECIFICATION V1.1b. This specification is available at www.modbus.org. With this reference as a guide, the user may use any Modbus master to communicate with the flow meter. Two limitations of this implementation are: •...
  • Page 126 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 1280 User Global Unit group 1 for Actual Volumetric INT32 1282 User Global Unit group 2 for Day INT32 1284 User Global Unit group 3 for dB INT32 1286...
  • Page 127 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 1830 Remaining battery life (minutes) INT32 1832 Remaining time until Battery reaches full charge (minutes) RO INT32 1834 The cell-pack's internal temperature (°C) INT32 1836 The cell-pack voltage (mV)
  • Page 128 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 3590 Digital Out 1 Alarm Measurement Value (IEEE 32 bit) 1500 1500 5376 User PC MODBUS baud rate INT32 1502 5378 User PC MODBUS parity INT32...
  • Page 129 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 2106 8454 Viewer eImpulseRespCmd INT32 2108 8456 User Define how to find the peak of the correlation signal INT32 210A 8458 User Define how to search the threshold INT32...
  • Page 130 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 2500 2500 9472 User Ch1 Pipe Material INT32 2502 9474 User Ch1 Lining Material INT32 2504 9476 User Ch1 XDR Type INT32 2506 9478...
  • Page 131 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 2692 9874 Ch1 Time in buffer on Up channel (IEEE 32 bit) 2694 9876 Ch1 Time in buffer on Dn channel (IEEE 32 bit) 2696 9878...
  • Page 132 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 290A 10506 User Ch2 Fluid Type INT32 290C 10508 User Ch2 Lining existence INT32 290E 10510 User Ch2 Traverse number INT32 2910 10512 User...
  • Page 133 Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 2A9C 10908 Ch2 Partial Corrolatoin Ratio Dn (IEEE 32 bit) 2AC0 2AC0 10944 Ch2 Sound Speed (IEEE 32 bit) 2AC2 10946 Ch2 Current Reynolds Number (IEEE 32 bit) 2AC4...

  • Page 134: Bluetooth Communication

    Chapter 9. Communication Table 16: Modbus Register Map (Continued) Register Register Access Description Format Level (in Hex) (in Dec.) 3200 3200 12800 eAI1Current (IEEE 32 bit) 3202 12802 eAI2Current (IEEE 32 bit) 3204 12804 eAI1Val (IEEE 32 bit) 3206 12806 eAI1Val (IEEE 32 bit) 3208...

  • Page 135: Appendix A. Specifications

    Optional: up to 300 in. (7500 mm) available upon request Pipe Wall Thickness Up to 3 in. (76.2 mm) Pipe Material All metals and most plastics Consult Panametrics for concrete, composite materials and highly corroded or lined pipes. Accuracy • ±1% of reading (2in./50mm or greater pipe sizes) •...

  • Page 136: Pt900 Flow Transmitter

    Appendix A. Specifications PT900 Flow Transmitter Enclosure IP65 rating Specifications • Weight: 3 lb (1.4 kg) • Size (h x w x md): 7.9 x 4.3 x 1.5 in. (200 x 109 x 38 mm) • Mounting: Soft strap around pipe or magnetic clamp Analog Inputs 4-20 mA (qty 2) Analog Output...

  • Page 137: User Interface

    Installing the PT900 APP • File provided on SD card • Free download from Google Play Store • Free download from Panametrics website (QR code available) Clamp-On Transducers Temperature Range* • Standard: -40 to 302°F (-40 to 150°C) • Optional: -328 to 752°F (-200 to 400°C)

  • Page 138: Accessories

    • Temperature Sensor: 4-wire PT1000 surface-mount RTDs. • Accuracy: ±0.12°C (±0.22°F) of reading • Range: 0 to 149°C (32 to 300°F) standard Panametrics PocketMike • Compact stainless steel design, IP67 Thickness Gauge • Pivoting, high-contrast LCD display • Easy operation via four keys •...

  • Page 139: Appendix B. Data Records

    Appendix B. Data Records Appendix B. Data Records Service Record Whenever any service procedure is performed on the PT900 flow meter, the details of the service should be recorded in this appendix. An accurate service history of the meter can prove very helpful in troubleshooting any future problems.

  • Page 140: Initial Settings

    Appendix B. Data Records Initial Settings The values for the parameter settings immediately after initial installation of the meter and verification of proper operation should be entered in Table 18 below. Table 18: Initial System Parameter Settings Parameter Initial Value Pipe OD Pipe ID Pipe Wall Thickness...

  • Page 141: Initial Diagnostic Parameters

    Appendix B. Data Records Initial Diagnostic Parameters The values for the transducer signal diagnostic parameters immediately after initial installation of the meter and verification of proper operation should be entered in Table 19 below. These initial values can then be compared to current values to help diagnose any future malfunction of the system.
  • Page 142 Appendix B. Data Records Table 19: Initial Diagnostic Parameters(Continued) Parameter Initial Value Peak % Up Peak % Dn TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...
  • Page 143 Index Deleting a Log ..........86 About Screen .
  • Page 144 OUTPUTS ..........69 Registration, Panametrics Product......40 PIPE .
  • Page 145 Index Transducers Safety Couplant, Applying ........13 Holders .
  • Page 146 Index TransPort® PT900 User’s Manual...

  • Page 147: Warranty

    • If Panametrics determines that the damage is not covered under the terms of the warranty, or if the warranty has expired, an estimate for the cost of the repairs at standard rates will be provided. Upon receipt of the owner’s approval to proceed, the instrument will be repaired and returned.
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  • Page 150 Scan here or use the link below for Customer Service, Technical Support, or Service Information: https://panametrics.com/support Technical Support email: panametricstechsupport@bakerhughes.com Copyright 2025 Baker Hughes company. This material contains one or more registered trademarks of Baker Hughes Company and its subsidiaries in one or more countries. All third-party product and company names are trademarks of their respective holders.

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