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Level Measurement
Continuous Weighing Systems
Tab le of C on te nts
The MultiRanger 100 and 200
Specifications Installation
Wiring
Operating the MultiRanger
Relays
Backup Level Override
Discrete Inputs
mA I/O
Volume [MR 200]
Alarms
Pump Control
Rake (Screen) Control [MR 200]
External Totalizers and Flow Samplers [MR 200]
Open Channel Monitoring (OCM) [MR 200]
Testing the Configuration
MultiRanger Communications
Communications Installation
Modbus Register Map
Data Types
Error Handling
Communication Troubleshooting
Communication Appendix A: Single Parameter Access (SPA)
Parameter Reference
Appendix A: Index Types
Appendix B: Technical Reference
Appendix C: Troubleshooting
Appendix D: Pump Control Reference
Appendix E: Updating Software
Programming Charts
Appendix F: Upgrading
Appendix G: Conduit Entry for Class 1, Div 2 Applications Appendix H: Software Revision History
The MultiRanger 100 and 200
MultiRanger 100
MultiRanger 200
The Manual
Manual Symbols
Configuration Examples
Specifications
Power
Mounting
Page
Outputs
Page
Specifications
Cable
Note:
Installation
Mounting
Mounting Locations
Recommended
Avoid
Mounting Instructions
Wall Mount
Enclosure Dimensions
Mounting the Enclosure
Please note:
Cable routed through a conduit:
Cable exposed and entering through the cable glands:
Appendix G: Conduit Entry for Class 1, Div 2 Applications
Note:
Cable routed through a conduit
Panel Mount
Panel Mount Dimensions
Mounting the Enclosure
Helpful hint:
MultiRanger Board
Installing the Battery
Installation Steps
Note:
Disconnect power before replacing the battery.
Installing SmartLinx Card
Wiring
Please note:
Terminal Board
Cables
Note:
Please do not overtighten the screws.
Connection Cable Type
Transducers
MultiRanger 100/200 Installation (for retrofitting MultiRanger Plus Installations)
Relays
Relay Ratings
Power Failure
Temperature Sensor
mA Input [MR 200 only]
mA Output
Note
Level System Synchronization
Power
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GND
L2/NL1
Digital Communications
RS-485 Serial Connection
RS-232 Serial Connection
L1 L2/N
Note: Make sure unit is connected to a reliable ground.
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Operating the MultiRanger
RUN Mode
?
Display
Indicator Functions RUN Mode PROGRAM Mode
Readings in RUN Mode
Icon Index Type
Key Function P#
Status Parameters
Paramete r Values
Controlling the Display
Display
Adjusting the primary reading for four-digit LCD readout:
Auxiliary Reading
Paramete r Action
Multiple Readings [MR 200 only]
PROGRAM Mode
Starting PROGRAM Mode
Hand Programmer
Notes
Programmer Keys
Keys Programming Mode Run Mode
Dolphin Plus
(compatible with product software versions 1.06 and earlier)
Note:
Dolphin Plus Toolbar Buttons
Button Action
SIMATIC Process Device Manager (PDM)
(compatible with product software versions 1.07 and later)
Device Descript ion
Activating the MultiRanger
Changing Parameters
Helpful Hints
Note:
Security
Simulation
Parameters P925P927
Using Units or Percent (%)
MR 200 only:
Parameter Reset
Master Reset (P999)
Display Readout
Display Definition
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Parame ter In dexing
MultiRanger Display
Accessing a Parameter Index
Notes
Note
Primary and Secondary Indexes
Primary Index
Secondary Index
Accessing a Secondary Index
P111
Starting Measurement
Single Point Models
A B C
Note:
on page36
Dual Point Models
Index Description
Average or Differential [MR 200 only]
Measurement Conditions
Troubleshooting Appendix
Relay Failsafe
Response Rate
Dimensions [MR 200 only]
Relays
General Introduction
Relay Function
Alarm
Pump
Miscellaneous
Relay Status Non Run Modes
Relay States
Relay Related Parameters
Relay Wiring Test
Relay Activation
P111 Pump and Control functions
Relay Logic is Modified
Relay Failsafe
P129Relay Failsafe
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Preset Applications
Preset applications set up the relay parameters to predetermined values shown below:
Value #Parameter s Affec ted
Backup Level Override
Backup Level Overrid e
Backup Level Override Parameters
P064: Reading Override Enable
P065: Reading Override Value
P066: Override Time Delay
Discrete Inputs
Backup Level Override
Discrete Inputs
Wiring the Discrete Inputs
Programming the Discrete Input Logic
mA I/O
mA Input [MR 200]
Level Reading Parameters
mA Output
Note:
mA LI/O
Calibrating 4 mA Output
Calibrating 20 mA Output
Verifying the mA Range
Volume [MR 200]
Readings
Tank Shape and Dimensions
Characterization Chart [MR 200]
Example Chart
Note:
MultiRanger 200 only
Paramete r Transducer Index Value Descript ion
Alarms
Alarms
Level
Set the Common Parameters
Paramete r Index
Value Description
Rate [MR 200]
In Bounds/ Out of Bounds Range [MR 200]
Cable Fault
Temperature [MR 200]
Loss of Echo (LOE)
Pump Con trol
Setting a Pump Down Grou p
Setting a Pump Up (Rese rvoir) Group
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Other Pump Control Algorithms
Set Relays to ALTERNATE DUTY BACKUP [MR 200]
Set Relays to FIXED DUTY ASSIST
Set Relays to FIXED DUTY BACKUP [MR 200]
Set Relays to ALTERNATE DUTY SERVICE [MR 200]
Set Relays to FIRST IN FIRST OUT (FIFO) ASSIST [MR 200]
Set the Relay ON Setpoints [MR 200]
Set the Relay OFF Setpoints [MR 200]
Optional Pump Controls
Starting Pumps by Rate of Level Change [MR 200]
Single and Dual Point [MR 200]
Rotating Pumps by Service Ratio [MR 200]
Notes:
Totalizing Pumped Volume [MR 200]
Set in RUN Mode
Setting Independent Failsafe Controls
Setting a Pum p to Run On [M R 200]
Setting the Pump Start Delays [MR 200]
Reducing Wall Cling [MR 200]
Grouping Pumps [MR 200]
Setting a Flush Valve [MR 200]
Relay Controlled by Communications
Tracking Pump Usage
Information Available Paramete r Acce ss
Rake (Screen) Control
Rake (Screen) Control [MR 200]
Setting a Rake Control
Rake (Screen) Control
Setting the Common Parameters
Set Relay 1 (Operate Rake) Set Relays 2 to 4 (Level Alarms)
P110 2 1 Description
External Totalizers and
Flow Samplers MR 200
External Totalizers and Flow Samplers [MR 200]
Relay Contacts
Totalizer
Counter Formula
Flow Sampler
Based on Volume and Time
Open Channel Monitoring (OCM) [MR 200]
1. Dimensional (P600 = 2,3,6,7)
2. Exponential (P600 = 1)
3. Universal (P600 = 4,5)
Common Parameters
Setting Zero Head
Setting Totalized Volume
Applications Supported by MultiRanger 200
BS-3680 / ISO 1438/1 Thin plate V notch weir
BS-3680 / ISO 4359 Rectangular Flume
Palmer Bowlus Flume
H Flume
Flume Size (Diameter in feet)
Point of Measurement cm inches
PMDs with Exponential Flow to Head Function
Standard Weirs
Applicable Weir Profiles
Non-Applicable Weir Profiles
Parshall Flume
Leopold Lagco Flume
Cut Throat Flume
Universal Calculation Support
Typical Flow Characterization
Volume
Example Flumes
Example Weirs
Testing the Configuration
Simulation
Simulating a Single Measurement
To verify Reading calculations (P920 to P926)
Simulating a Level Cycle
Checking Volume Characterization [MR 200]
To confirm universal volume calculations (P050 = 9, 10) are correct:
Checking OCM Flow Characterization [MR 200]
To confirm universal flow calculations (P600 = 4, 5) are accurate:
I/O Checkout
Discrete Inputs
Discrete Inputs
mA Input [MR 200]
mA Output
General Appendix C: Trouble shoot ing
MultiRanger Communications
MultiRanger Communication Systems
Modbus
Dolphin
Optional SmartLinxCards
Communication Systems
Communication Ports
RS-232
RS-485
Modbus
SmartLinx
Dolphin Plus
Dolphin
Communications Installation
Wiring Guidelines
Ports 1 and 2 Ports 1 and 2: RS-232 RJ-11 Jack and RS-485 Locations
Note:
Port Wall Mount
Port 1: RS-232 RJ-11 Jack
COM55
A32 Rx
To connect the unit to a PC using an RS-232 jack, use the cable as shown:
Note:
Configuring Communication Ports (Parameters)
The unique identifier of the MultiRanger on the network.
P770 Port Protocol
The communications protocol used between the MultiRanger and other devices.
P771 Network Address
P772 Baud Rate
The communication rate with the master device.
The number of bits between the data bits.
P773 Parity
The serial port parity.
P778 Modem Available
Sets the MultiRanger to use an external modem.
Paramet er A cces s
P779 Modem Inactivity Timeout
Sets the time that the unit will keep the modem connected with no activity.
Modbus Register Map
Average or Difference
Appendix A
Data Types
mA input
Word Order (R40,062)
Unsigned Double Precision Integer (UINT32)
Parameter Access (R43,998 R46,999)
Map ID (R40,063)
P782 Parameter Index Location
Product ID (R40,064)
Point Data (R41,010 R41,031)
Available registers: The reading is expressed as a percentage of full scale, multiplied by 100:
Totalizer (R41,040 R41,043)
Input/Output (R41,070 R41,143)
Discrete Inputs (R41,070)
Relay Outputs (R41,080)
mA Input (R41,090) [MR 200]
mA Output (R41,110-41,111)
Pump Control (R41,400 R41,474)
Pump OFF Setpoint (R41,430 R41,435)
Pumped Volume (R41,440 R41,443) [MR 200]
Parame ter R efe renc e
Parameter Reference
Parameter Access (R43,998 R46,999)
Format Words (R46,000 to R46,999)
Parameter Specific Index Method
Global Index Method
Parame ter In dexing
Reading Parameters
Global Index Method (P782 = 0)
Text Messages
Split Values
Bit Values
Writing Parameters
Global Index Method (P782 = 0)
Parameter Specific Index Method (P782 = 1)
Format Words (R46,000 to R46,999)
Parameter P782 Parameter Index Location
Global Index Method (P782 = 0)
Parameter-Specific Index Method (P782 = 1)
Format Registers
Decimal Offset Example
Format Primary Index Secondary Inde x Decimal
Data Types
Numeric Values
Bit Values
Unsigned Double Precision Integer (UINT32)
Word Order (R40,062)
Split Values
One example is P807, Transducer Noise, where:
Text Messages
Number Text Message as displayed on LCD
Relay Function Codes (P111 Only)
Parame ter R efer ence
Control Relay Function Code Number P111
Error Handling
Error Handling
Modbus Responses
Error Handling
Code Name Meaning
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Communication Troubleshooting
Generally
Specifically
Communication Appendix A
Communication Appendix A: Single Parameter Access (SPA)
Mapping
Reading Parameters
Address Description
Communication Appendix A
Writing Parameters
Format Register
Bits Values Description
Error Codes
Parameter Reference
MultiRanger 100 and MultiRanger 200
Helpful Hints
Accessing a Secondary Index
Index types
Name Description # of indexes
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P000 Lock
Secures the MultiRanger from changes via the handheld programmer.
Quick Start (P001 to P007)
P001 Operation
For DPD and DPA Programming [MR 200]
Single Point Model Use
Specifies material type.
P002 Material
Operation [index] Available Values
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P003 Maximum Process Speed
Determines level change reaction.
Specifies the Siemens Milltronics transducer connected to the unit.
P004 Transducer
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P005 Units
Specifies measurement units used for dimensional values.
P006 Empty
Enter distance in units (P005) from the face of the transducer to the process empty point.
P007 Span
Volume (P050 to P055) [MR 200]
P050 Tank Shape [MR 200]
Enter the Tank Shape value matching the monitored vessel or wet well.
Maximum Volume (P051)
#Shape Description
P051 Maximum Volume [MR 200]
Note: Examples:
P052 Tank Dimension A [MR 200]
Dimension A as used in P050 Tank Shape.
P053 Tank Dimension L [MR 200]
Dimension L as used in P050 Tank Shape.
P054 Level Breakpoints (Universal Volume Calculation) [MR 200]
Display and Reading (P060 to P062)
P060 Decimal Position
P061 Convert Reading [MR 200]
Multiplies the current value by the specified amount to allow for scaling.
Volume
Examples:
P062 Offset Reading
Backup Level Override
P064 Reading Override Enable
Sets the discrete input to act as the source for a level reading override.
P065 Reading Override Value
P066 Override Time Delay
Defines the time used to calm (debounce) the override condition input. Set in seconds.
P069 Password
Holds the current password for P000. Select by typing in 069. You cannot scroll to this parameter.
Paramet er Index Value
Failsafe (P070 to P072)
P070 Failsafe Timer
The time for invalid measurements to elapse before Failsafe State activates.
Once activated, the Failsafe State initiates the following:
P129 Relay Failsafe
Relays (P100 to P119)
Preset Applications (P100)
Control Functions (P111)
Setpoin ts (P112 , P113)
Note:
P100 Preset Applications [MR 200]
Six preset applications to configure or bench test the unit.
P110 Level Source
Sets the level source on which the indexed relay is assigned to a measurement point.
.
MultiRanger 200
In Single Point Mode (standard):
Control Type #1
Communications
communications the parameter values are mapped to different numbers. See
on page 89 for Modbus information or the relevant SmartLinxmanual.
Relay Control
P112 Relay ON Setpoint
Control Type #1Relay Control
MultiRanger Communications
Sets the process point at which the relay changes from its NORMAL state.
P113 Relay OFF Setpoint
Sets the process point at which the relay returns to its NORMAL state.
The distance above and below the bound alarm setpoints.
P115 Relay Interval Setpoint [MR 200]
The length of time in hours between starts.
P118 Relay Output Logic
The logic applied to relays to determine the contact open or closed state.
Relay Control Function
Power Failure
Value Logic Alarm Contact
Pump Setpoint Modifiers (P121 and P122) [MR 200]
P121 Pump by Rate [MR 200]
P122 Pump Service Ratio [MR 200]
Selects pump usage based on the RUN time ratio rather than last used.
Independent Relay Failsafe (P129)
P129 Relay Failsafe
Sets how individual relays react to a failsafe condition, to allow for more flexible programming.
To select an independent Relay Failsafe value:
Advanced Pump Control Modifiers (P130 to P137) [MR 200]
P130 Pump Run-On Interval [MR 200]
Sets the number of hours between pump run-on occurrences.
Relay Function (P111) Preset (P129)
P131 Pump Run-On Duration [MR 200]
Sets the number of seconds that the pump runs on.
P132 Pump Start Delay [MR 200]
Sets the minimum delay (in seconds) between pump starts.
P133 Pump Power Resumption Delay [MR 200]
P136 Wall Cling Reduction [MR 200]
Varies the upper and lower setpoints to reduce material buildup on the walls.
P137 Pump Group [MR 200]
Puts pumps into groups for multiple pump rotations on one transducer.
Flush Systems (P170 to P173) [MR 200]
Single Point Mode
Dual Point Mode
P170 Flush Pump [MR 200]
Picks the number of the pump relay which triggers the flushing device.
P171 Flush Cycles [MR 200]
Sets the number of pump cycles requiring flush control.
The length of time for each flush cycle that the flush control is active.
If three flush cycles are required after every ten pump cycles then:
P172 (Flush Interval) = 10 P171 (Flush Cycles) = 3
mA Output (P200 to P219)
P200 mA Output Range
Determines the mA output range.
P201 mA Output Function
Alters the mA output/measurement relationship.
P202 mA Output Allocation
Sets the input source from which the mA output is calculated.
Please note that parameter P202 values vary between the MultiRanger 100 and the MultiRanger 200.
P203 mA Output Value / Transducer
Displays current mA output value for the Point Number.
Note:
Independent mA Setpoints (P210 and P211)
P210 0/4 mA Output Setpoint
Sets the process level corresponding to the 0 or 4mA value.
P211 20 mA Output Setpoint
Sets the process level that corresponds to the 20 mA value.
mA Output Trim (P214 to P215)
P214 4 mA Output Trim
Calibrates the 4 mA output.
P215 20 mA Output Trim
Calibrates the 20 mA output.
mA Output Failsafe (P219) [MR 200]
P219 mA Output Failsafe [MR 200]
Use for failsafe operation, independent of the Failsafe Material Level (P071).
Selecting an independent mA Failsafe option:
mA Input (P250 to P260) [MR 200]
P250 mA Input Range [MR 200]
Shows the mA input range of the connected mA device.
P251 0 or 4 mA Input Level [MR 200]
Shows the process level corresponding to the 0 or 4 mA value.
P252 20 mA Input Level [MR 200]
Discrete Input Functions (P270 to P275)
P270 Discrete Input Function
Sets how discrete signals are interpreted by the MultiRanger.
P275 Scaled Discrete Input Value
Shows the current value of the discrete input after any scaling is applied.
Standard Data Logging (P300 to P321)
Record Temperatures (P300 to P303)
Range of Values Function (P270)
P300 Temperature, Transducer Maximum
P301 Temperature, Transducer Minimum
P302 Temperature, Sensor Maximum
P303 Temperature, Sensor Minimum
Record Readings (P304 and P305)
P304 Reading Max
Shows the highest Reading calculated (in normal Reading units or %).
P305 Reading Min
Shows the lowest Reading calculated (in normal Reading units or %).
P309 Pump RUN Time
Displays the amount of time in minutes since a relay was last activated.
P310 Pump Hours
View or reset the accumulate ON time for the displayed Relay Number.
P311 Pump Starts
Flow Records (P320 and P321) [MR 200]
P320 Flow Max [MR 200]
View the highest flow rate calculated (in units or %).
P321 Flow Min [MR 200]
View the lowest flow rate calculated (in units or %).
Profile Records (P330 to P337)
Note:
WARNING:
P330 Profile Record
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P331 Auto Record Enable
Use to enable/disable the Auto Profile Record function.
P332 Auto Record Transducer
Specifies the Transducer Point Number for which Auto Profile Records are saved.
Please note that Differential and Average operation is a MultiRanger 200 feature.
Auto Record ON and OFF Setpoints (P334 to P337)
P334 Auto Record ON Setpoint
P335 Auto Record OFF Setpoint
P336 Auto Record Filling / Emptying
P337 Auto Record LOE Time
Limits Auto Profile Records from being saved unless extended LOE occurs.
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Installation Records (P340 to P342)
P340 Date of Manufacture
The number of times power has been applied since the Date Of Manufacture.
View the date of manufacture of this MultiRanger unit.
P341 RUN Time
Open Channel Monitoring (P600 to P621) [MR 200]
Open Channel Monitoring
Note:
P801 Range Extension
The type of primary measuring device (PMD) used.
P601 Flow Exponent [MR 200]
The Exponent for the flow calculation formula.
Single Point Model Dual
A Word on Exponents
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P602 Primary Measuring Device Dimensions [MR 200]
The dimensions of the Primary Measuring Device (PMD).
PMD Type Exponent (sample only)
P603 Maximum Head [MR 200]
The level value associated with Maximum Flow, in Units (P005).
P604 Maximum Flow [MR 200]
The maximum flowrate associated with Maximum Head (P603).
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P605 Zero Head [MR 200]
The distance above Empty (P006) in Units (P005) representing zero head (and zero flow).
Conditions Enter
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P606 Time Units [MR 200]
Determines the units used to display current flow and logging flow values.
This is used when the Primary Measuring Device is Ratiometric (P608=0).
P607 Flowrate Decimal [MR 200]
The maximum number of decimal places to be displayed.
P608 Flowrate Units [MR 200]
The volume units used to display total flow.
Note:
P610 Head Breakpoints [MR 200]
Head vs. Flowrate (P610 and P611)
P611 Breakpoint Flowrates [MR 200]
The flowrate corresponding to each Head Breakpoint entered.
P620 Low Flow Cutoff [MR 200]
Eliminates totalizer activity for flows at or below the cutoff value.
P621 Auto Zero Head [MR 200]
Calibrates Zero Head (P605) based on actual head measurements.
Before using this feature, verify the following parameters are correct:
Pumped Volume Totalizer (P622) [MR 200]
* or discharge
P622 Inflow / Discharge Adjust [MR 200]
The method used to calculate the volume pumped, for pumped total Operation (P001 = 7).
Totalizer (P630 to P645) [MR 200]
P630 LCD Totalized Multiplier [MR 200]
Use this feature if the LCD Total increments by too large (or too small) an amount.
P633 LCD Totalized Decimal Position [MR 200]
Enter the maximum number of decimal places to be displayed.
P640 Remote Totalized Multiplier [MR 200]
Note:
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P641 Flow Sampler Mantissa [MR 200]
This parameter is relevant only if Operation is set to OCM (P001 = 6).
Enter the mantissa (Y) for the exponent (Z) in the formula:
Flow Sampler Increment = Y x 10Z Flow units.
Example:
Range Calibration (P650 to P654)
There are two types of calibration possible:
P650 Offset Calibration
Calibrates Empty (P006) if the reported level is consistently high or low by a fixed amount.
Before using this feature, verify the following parameters are correct:
Offset Calibration
P651 Sound Velocity Calibration
P652 Offset Correction
The value altered when an Offset Calibration is performed.
P653 Velocity
Note:
P654 Velocity at 20C
Temperature Compensation (P660 to P664)
P660 Temp Source
Source of the temperature reading used to adjust the speed of sound.
P661 Temp Fixed
Use this feature if a temperature sensing device is not used.
P663 Temperature Transducer Allocation
This feature may only be used for differential or average Operation (P001 = 4 or 5).
P664 Temperature
Rate (P700 to P708)
P700 Max Fill Rate
P003 Value Meters/Minute
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P701 Max Empty Rate
P702 Filling Indicator
The fill rate required to activate the LCD Filling indicator ( ).
P003 Value Meters / Minute
P703 Emptying Indicator
The empty rate required to activate the LCD Emptying indicator ( ).
P704 Rate Filter
Damps Rate Value (P707) fluctuations.
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P705 Rate Update Time
chart on page23.
Readings in RUN Mode
P706 Rate Update Distance
The material level change (in metres) to initiate a Rate Value update.
Measurement Verification (P710 to P713)
P710 Fuzz Filter
P711 Echo Lock
Use this feature to select the measurement verification process.
P712 Echo Lock Sampling
Adjusts the size of the Echo Lock Window.
P713 Echo Lock Window
P711 value P712 preset value
Transducer Scanning (P726 to P729)
P726 Level System Sync
Enables the System Sync on the terminal block.
P727 Scan Delay
The delay, in seconds, between measurements from transducer points (dual point model only).
Display (P730 to P739)
P730 Auxiliary Reading
Selecting the Auxiliary Reading operation
P731 Auxiliary Reading Key
Enter the Parameter Number whose value is to be displayed in the Auxiliary Reading field
Hand Programmer
P732 Display Delay
Adjusts the Point Number display scroll speed.
P735 Backlight
Controls the LCD backlighting.
P737 Primary Reading [MR 200]
The reading shown on the primary reading display when in RUN mode.
P741 Communications Timeout
SmartLinx Reserved (P750 to P769)
Communications (P770 to P782)
Communications
P770 Port Protocol
The communications protocol used between the MultiRanger and other devices.
P772 Baud Rate
The communication rate with the master device.
The number of data bits per character.
P773 Parity
The serial port parity.
P775 Stop Bits
The number of bits between the data bits.
P778 Modem Available
Sets the MultiRanger to use an external modem..
P779 Modem Inactivity Timeout
SmartLinx Hardware Testing (P790 to P795)
P790 Hardware Error
The results of ongoing hardware tests in the communications circuitry.
Note:
Paramete rs
P791 Hardware Error Code
P792 Hardware Error Count
P794 SmartLinx Module Type
P795 SmartLinx Protocol
P799 Communications Control
Echo Processing (P800 to P807)
P800 Near Blanking
The space near the transducer face which cannot be measured.
P801 Range Extension
Allows the material level to fall below the Empty setting without reporting LOE.
P802 Transducer with Submergence Shield
Used when the transducer is expected to be submerged on occasion.
P803 Shot / Pulse Mode
Determines what type of ultrasonic shots are fired.
Note:
P804 Confidence Threshold
Determines which echoes are evaluated by software.
P805 Echo Confidence
Displays the echo confidence of the measurement echo from the last shot.
Noise Problems
P806 Echo Strength
P807 Noise
Advanced Echo Processing (P815 to P825)
P815 Echo Time Filtered
The time (in ms) from the transmit pulse to the processed echo.
The time (in ms) from the transmission of the pulse, to when it is processed.
P816 Echo Time Raw
P820 Algorithm
Chooses the algorithm to generate the measured value from the profile.
P821 Spike Filter
Dampens spikes in the echo profile to reduce false readings.
P822 Narrow Echo Filter
Filters out echoes of a specific width.
P823 Reform Echo
Smoothes jagged peaks in the echo profile.
P825 Echo Marker Trigger
The point on the primary echo on which the measured value is based.
Advanced TVT Adjustment (P830 to P835)
P830 TVT Type
Selects the TVT Curve used.
P831 TVT Shaper
Turns the TVT Shaper ON or OFF.
P832 TVT Shaper Adjust
P833 TVT Start Min
P834 TVT Start Duration
P835 TVT Slope Min
Enter the minimum slope (in dB/s) for the middle of the TVT Curve.
P837 Auto False-Echo Suppression
Values
Display before Auto False Echo Suppression (or when P837 = 0)
P838 Auto False-Echo Suppression Distance
Values
Set Up:
P839 TVT Hover Level
Values
Advanced Shot Adjustment (P840 to P852)
This value is automatically altered by Maximum Process Speed (P003).
These parameters are for Siemens Milltronics service personnel only.
P840 Short Shot Number
The number of short shots to be fired (and results averaged) per transmit pulse.
P842 Short Shot Frequency
Adjust the short shot transmit pulse frequency (in kHz).
This feature is automatically altered when Transducer (P004) is altered.
P843 Long Shot Frequency
Adjust the long shot transmit pulse frequency (in kHz).
P845 Long Shot Width
Adjust the width (in ms) of the long shot transmit pulse.
This feature is automatically altered when Transducer (P004) is altered.
P850 Short Shot Bias
P851 Short Shot Floor
Tes t (P 90 0 t o P9 13)
Test Parameters are intended for use by Siemens Milltronics Service personnel.
P900 Software Revision Number
View the EPROM Rev. #.
P901 Memory
P902 Watchdog
P903 Display
P904 Keypad
P905 Transmit Pulse
P906 RS-232 Port
P908 Scanner
P910 Toggle Relays
P911 mA Output Value
P912 Transducer Temperature
P913 Sensor Temperature
Measurement (P920 to P927)
To Access in RUN Mode
Testing the Configuration
P920 Reading Measurement
Corresponds to the final reading after all programming is applied.
P921 Material Measurement
The distance between the monitored surface and the transducer face.
The distance in Units (P005) or % of Span (P007) between Empty (P006) and the monitored surface.
P922 Space Measurement
The distance between the monitored surface and Span (P007).
P924 Volume Measurement [MR 200]
Please note that Head Measurement is a MultiRanger 200 feature only.
The calculated vessel capacity in Max Volume (P051) or % of Max Volume.
Please note that Volume Measurement is a MultiRanger 200 feature only.
P925 Flow Measurement [MR 200]
Master Reset (P999)
This feature resets all parameters to original values.
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Appendix A: Index Types
Index types
Name Description # of indexes
Appendix B: Technical Reference
Transmit Pulse
Echo Processing
Dolphin Plus Display
TVT (Time Varying Threshold) curves
Auto False-Echo Suppression
Display before Auto False Echo Suppression (or when P837 = 0)
Display after Auto False Echo Suppression
Distance Calculation
Sound Velocity
Scanning
Volume Calculation [MR 200]
Universal, Linear (P050 = 9)
Universal, Curved [MR 200]
Select at least enough breakpoints from the curve to satisfy the following:
Flow Calculation
Universal, Linear [MR 200]
Typical Flow Characterization
Universal, Curved [MR 200]
Select at least enough breakpoints from the curve to satisfy the following:
Typical Flow Characterization
Maximum Process Speed
Paramete r Values Dependent on Maximum Process Speed (P003) (units) 1 (slow) 2 (medium) 3 (fast)
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Appendix C: Troubleshooting
Sound Velocity
Appendix C: Troubleshooting
If the setup becomes too confusing use P999 to reset and start again.
Common Problems Chart
Note:
Symptom Cause Action
Noise Problems
Determine the Noise Source
Non-Transducer Noise Sources
Acoustical Noise
- removed + removed Go to:
Non-Transducer Noise Sources
Common Wiring Problems
Reducing Electrical Noise
Reducing Acoustical Noise
Measurement Difficulties
Flashing LOE Display
LOE occurs when:
If LOE is displayed, check the following:
Adjust Transducer Aiming
Fixed Reading
Obstructions in the Sound Beam
Nozzle Mountings
Set the MultiRanger to Ignore the Bad Echo
If the Echo is Close to the Transducer
Wrong Reading
Types of Wrong Readings
Liquid Splashing
Adjust the Echo Algorithm
Transducer Ringing
Normal Ring Down
Poor Ring Down
Unit Repair and Excluded Liability
Appendix D: Pump Control Reference
Pump Control Options
Pump Duty
Pump Start Method
Pump Groups
Fixed Duty Assist (P111 = 50)
Fixed Duty Backup (P111 = 51) [MR 200]
Alternate Duty Assist (P111 = 52)
Alternate Duty Backup (P111 = 53) [MR 200]
Service Ratio Duty Assist (P111 = 54) [MR 200]
Service Ratio Duty Backup (P111 = 55) [MR 200]
First In First Out (FIFO) (P111 = 56) [MR 200]
Pump by Rate (P121) [MR 200]
Starts pumps until the level is changing at the rate specified in P702 or P703.
Other Pump Controls [MR 200]
Pump Run-On (P130, P131)
Wall Cling Reduction (P136)
Pump Group (P137)
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Appendix E: Updating Software
Updating Software
Appendix F: Upgrading
Mounting a MultiRanger 100/200
Installation
Connecting the Transducer
Important:
Connecting a transducer with RG62 coaxial extension cable
MultiRanger Plus to MultiRanger 100/200 Parameters
MultiRanger Plus Relay Paramete r Value
Relay Paramet er Value
Appendix G
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Appendix G: Conduit Entry for Class 1, Div 2 Applications
EXPLOSION HAZARD
RPC SN
23650314 0
FORCLASS1 DIV 2 APPLICATIONS
Appendix G
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23650314 0
Appendix H: Software Revision History
MultiRanger 100
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