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Meter-Master 100XP Operating Instructions Manual

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Meter-Master Pressure Recorder
TEL: 609-387-4300 / 888-388-FLOW (toll free)
Model 100XP
(with external pressure sensor)
Operating Instructions
1.1 About The Meter-Master Model 100XP .................................... 1
1.2 Meter-Master Care And Maintenance ...................................... 2
1.3 Installing The Model 100 Program Software ............................ 3
1.4 MM100XP Specifications ......................................................... 5
2.1 Making A Recording................................................................. 7
3.2 The Graph Screen.................................................................. 19
3.3 The Report Screen And Exporting ......................................... 23
4.1 Realtime Display .................................................................... 28
5.1 List Of Topics ......................................................................... 29
5.2 Field Operation....................................................................... 30
5.3 Computer Operation............................................................... 31
6.1 Customer Service................................................................... 34
6.2 Two Year Limited Warranty.................................................... 34
Copyright  2001 F. S. Brainard & Co. All Rights Reserved.
Rev. 1.3 (Feb-06) • Program Software Version 3.1
F. S. Brainard & Company
5 Terri Lane, Unit 15
www.meter-master.com
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P.O. Box 366
Burlington, NJ 08016
FAX: 609-387-4304

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    (with external pressure sensor) Operating Instructions Contents 1. Getting Started 1.1 About The Meter-Master Model 100XP ........1 1.2 Meter-Master Care And Maintenance ........2 1.3 Installing The Model 100 Program Software ......3 1.4 MM100XP Specifications ............5 2. Collecting Data 2.1 Making A Recording..............

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    (not included with lithium version). With proper care, the rechargeable batteries should last a minimum of three years. Before using the Model 100XP for the first time, be sure to read the next section, "Meter- Important Master Care And Maintenance".

  • Page 4: Meter-Master Care And Maintenance

    Meter-Master to sit for more than 7 days without recharging. The Model 100XP uses battery power whether it is recording or not. Do not store the Meter-Master in a discharged condition unless it is connected to the battery charger.

  • Page 5: Installing The Model 100 Program Software

    16MB RAM, and 100MB free hard disk space. A minimum of 32MB of RAM is recommended. While the Meter-Master software has been designed to run on a network, it does not work in all network environments and is not currently supported by F. S. Brainard & Co. in a network environment.
  • Page 6 The Port Settings may be changed at any time by clicking the “Setup” menu bar option at the top of the Main Screen and choosing “Port” (the Meter-Master does not have to be connected). The default baud rate is 9600.

  • Page 7: Mm100Xp Specifications

    RAM; 100MB free hard disk space. (Program files use 12MB of hard disk space; swap space plus real memory should be at least 30MB.) Any infrared connection (Palm Pilot, MS Access Sync) must be disabled when using Meter-Master software. •...
  • Page 8 page 6 1.4 GETTING STARTED: MM100XP Specifications • Pressure Offset to Account for Current Atmospheric Pressure: Zero pressure set in field by depressing rocker switch for 20 seconds or by software command. • Pressure Media: Materials compatible titanium. • Accuracy, Combined Non-Linearity/Hysteresis: ± 0.25% of full scale. •...

  • Page 9: Collecting Data

    EFORE 1. Verify That The Meter-Master Rocker Switch Is In The OFF Position. The rocker switch on the Meter-Master toggles the recording on/off. It does not turn the power on/off. The Meter-Master’s power is always on, unless it has powered down due to low battery charge because the charger was not connected for 3 months, or, in the case of lithium batteries, the batteries require replacement.
  • Page 10 In normal use, this should not occur. To Access The Model 100 Program: 1. Connect the Model 100XP to your computer and enter the Model 100 Program. 2. Enter the Model 100 Program by selecting the Meter-Master for Windows program group and then selecting MMV31.
  • Page 11 ULTIPLE ESTS than one Data Storage Interval in length are ignored). As long as there is still room in the Meter-Master memory for the additional data you wish to collect, you may end a Meter-Master recording, move the Meter-Master to a new location, and then start a new record.

  • Page 12: Begina Test

    “Setup” on the Main Screen toolbar. 2. Secure The Pressure Sensor To The Pipe. The Meter-Master pressure sensor comes with a 1/4” NPT male fitting to attach to a pipe fitting. Attach the sensor to the pipe. Alternate fittings are available as options.
  • Page 13 2.1 COLLECTING DATA: Making A Recording page 11 ND A 1. Turn Meter-Master Recording Off. Push rocker switch to OFF position. 2. Disconnect Cable From The Sensor. Release pressure from the sensor. Disconnect the cable from the sensor. 3. Disconnect Sensor.

  • Page 14: Downloading Data And Adding Customer Information

    The Downloading Data routine transfers Meter-Master data to your computer and enables you to add customer information to the data file. The Meter-Master holds up to 20 records at a time; you may download them in any order and multiple times. The dialog box indicates whether or not each record in the MM100 has been downloaded.
  • Page 15 2.2 COLLECTING DATA: Downloading Data And Adding Customer Information page 13 4. Select Record To Download. Click on column to left of record desired. If any short records were created inadvertently, you can identify the record you want by the large number of intervals. A short record will have only a few intervals.
  • Page 16 14 2.2 COLLECTING DATA: Downloading Data And Adding Customer Information clear the current Meter-Master records. If desired, you can store more data without clearing records as long as there is adequate memory available.

  • Page 17: Graphs And Reports

    The Select File Dialog Box appears. 2. Select The Desired Data File (*.MDB). In the Select File Dialog Box, choose a data file; Meter-Master data files have a *.mdb extension. You may select a file in any drive or directory.
  • Page 18 page 16 3.1 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Overview: Creating, Printing, Saving, Exporting, Viewing Once you have selected a downloaded file, click on “OK”. The Display Options Dialog Box appears. 3. Select Display Options. The Display Options Dialog Box controls general features of the data display. •...
  • Page 19 3.1 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Overview: Creating, Printing, Saving, Exporting, Viewing page 17 4. If Desired, Change Data Start Time, Report Start Time, Grid Interval, Or Edit The Customer Information Screen. Start Time, End Time, and Grid Interval for graphs and reports are edited on the Data Grid Screen.
  • Page 20 2. Select An Existing File (e.g., *.CHF, *.XLC, *.DOC). Once a file is selected, it will open in whatever format it was saved. • Graph File: Graph files (*.CHF) open within the Meter-Master graphic software described above and in the next section.

  • Page 21: The Graph Screen

    19 3.2 The Graph Screen Graphs made with the Meter-Master software are created and viewed using the Graph Screen. When creating a graph, the Graph Screen appears whenever the “Graph” Output Format is selected on the Display Options Screen. To view a previously saved graph, select the “View Graph/Report”...
  • Page 22 page 20 3.2 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: The Graph Screen 2. Click and hold mouse button while dragging the edge up/down or right/left to desired position. Release button. To Display X-Axis Legend In Its Own Box And Scan Data: 1. Click on the first of the two legend buttons on the toolbar (8th button from right; on right of “magnifying glass”...
  • Page 23 1. Display the desired graph. 2. Click on either the camera button or the scissors button. 3. Minimize or close the Meter-Master software. 4. Open your spreadsheet or word processor and place the cursor where you want the graph or data.
  • Page 24 page 22 3.2 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: The Graph Screen Printer Button: Prints the current graph. Graph Style Button: Changes the current graph style. Color Button: Enables you to change the color of any graph segment including the background and frame. Click on color desired and then click again and drag the color (cursor will change to a paint bucket image) down to the applicable graph segment, and release button.

  • Page 25: The Report Screen And Exporting

    3.3 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: The Report Screen And Exporting page 23 3.3 The Report Screen And Exporting MM100 reports are created using the Report Screen. Exporting to other applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus, Quattro Pro, WordPerfect) is also accomplished through the Report Screen.
  • Page 26 page 24 3.3 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: The Report Screen And Exporting 2. Select the desired file format from the pull-down options on left. Many options are offered, including Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Lotus, Excel, and Quattro Pro. Click on “OK” and the Choose Export File Dialog Box will appear. 3.

  • Page 27: Data Grid And Customer Information Screen

    3.4 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Data Grid And Customer Information Screen page 25 3.4 Data Grid And Customer Information Screen The Data Grid: Enables you to change the graph/report resolution by changing the Grid Interval. You may select a portion of the data for a graph or report instead of the entire data file.
  • Page 28 page 26 3.4 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Data Grid And Customer Information Screen • The Max-Min Interval Should be left equal to the Data Storage Interval (shown at top of screen) for all pressure graphs and reports. • Select A Portion Of Data To Select Data Using Scrollbar (vertical bar with arrows on right of grid): 1.
  • Page 29 3.4 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Data Grid And Customer Information Screen page 27 2. Enter correct data start time in the specified format and then click “OK”. Note that this change is permanent. • Editing A Data Cell The MM100 Graph/Report procedure allows access to individual data items for editing.
  • Page 30 page 28 3.4 GRAPHS AND REPORTS: Data Grid And Customer Information Screen • Changing Unit Of Measure For Graphs/Reports: If you want to create graphs and reports with a different unit of measure, click on “Customer Information” at the Display Options Screen and then on “Change MM100 Settings” and change the unit of measure to the one desired.

  • Page 31: Other Features

    The current temperature is shown above graph on left only when using the Model 100P, which has the sensor located inside the recorder. The Model 100XP does not display a temperature reading.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    (4) Setup Does Not Finish (Does Not Create 4 Icons Or Prompt To Re-Boot Computer) Entering Program (5) Unable to open Meter-Master Port (6) Meter-Master Is Connected To Computer But Screen Says It Is Not (COM Port Problems) Downloading (7) Error After Naming File...

  • Page 33: Field Operation

    The three second signal occurs only at beginning of recording, not when rocker switch is pressed ON again from middle position. • If the Meter-Master is not connected to the battery charger, attach the charger and press the ON side of the rocker switch completely down and release. If no response, turn rocker switch OFF, wait at least three minutes, and then press switch ON again.

  • Page 34: Computer Operation

    • The Meter-Master cannot be used with any port that is already reserved for another device. If your computer has an internal fax/modem, make sure that its COM port is not the one used with the Meter-Master. If it is, try the...
  • Page 35 • Confirm that Port Settings (under “Settings” on the Menu Bar) are correct. Specifically, make sure XON/XOFF is not checked. • If Meter-Master software is on your PC and your computer is part of a network, make sure your computer is off the network.
  • Page 36 page 34 5.3 TROUBLESHOOTING: Computer Operation • At present, there are no help balloons for the Report Screen. NYTIME THER (10) Run-Time Error (Various) Especially while downloading or building reports/graphs. • These errors can occur randomly due to software conflicts. Attempt the same routine again.

  • Page 37: Service And Support

    Customer Service Department between 8 A.M. and 5 P.M. (Eastern U.S. Time). Phone and fax numbers are shown on the front page of these instructions. You may also email us at service@meter-master.com. Explain the problem, and we may be able to solve it on the telephone, via fax, or via email.
  • Page 38 page 36 6.1 SERVICE AND SUPPORT: Customer Service as computers, modems, and printers, are offered as third party products. As such, these products are not warranted by FSBCO. Requests for warranty or nonwarranty repairs of third party products should be addressed directly to the manufacturers of such products. Should your FSBCO product require nonwarranty repair, please contact FSBCO for available repair information.

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