Section 5: Startup and meter configuration

Reference, Installation, and Operations Manual

June 2013

3-9000-743 Rev S

 

 

5.3Communications setup wizard

These instructions for establishing initial communications apply to scenarios in which meter communications parameters (e.g., IP address or serial baud rate) are unknown.

This section discusses initial communications, Ethernet connectivity, serial connections and direct connections.

5.3.1Advantages of Ethernet communication

For Ethernet communication, the Ethernet adapter cable (Daniel P/N 3-3400-079) is required.

If possible, consider using the optional Ethernet access for Daniel 3410 Series Gas Ultrasonic Flow Meter communications (versusMay, 1998 serial communications).

Ethernet communications for the Daniel 3410 Series Gas Ultrasonic Flow Meter affords these advantages:

Significantly higher transmission speed of data

Near real-time display of wave forms at receiving workstation (using Daniel MeterLink)

Fewer parameters to configure for data transmission control

Multiple simultaneous Daniel MeterLink connections to the Daniel 3410 Series Gas Ultrasonic Flow Meter

Company-wide Intranet LAN-based access

One second updates on Daniel MeterLink Monitor display and maintenance logs.

Rapid access to meter archive logs (particularly over long cable lengths).

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Communications setup wizard