The MC4000 Handheld System Analyzer has inputs for two pressure sensors, one temperature sensor, one flow sensor
and one active pick-up for RPM measurements. The MC4000 allows simultaneous connection of four sensors with the
measurements displayed in four individual LCD windows using preselected process units according to US or DIN norms. The
display supports English and one of the following languages selected at the time of order. Language choices include Spanish,
German, Italian and French.
An internal rechargeable battery powers the MC4000. A green LED indicates a completely charged battery. A fully charged
battery permits 4 hours of operation with two pressure sensors connected. With the charger connected the battery charges
while also allowing use of the instrument. An optional automobile style power cable is available for operation from a
car battery.
When operated in the datalogger mode, the MC4000 stores data in an internal 2.5 MB memory space. Each stored
measurement also contains the day, date and from the instruments real time clock.
The MC4CON software utility transfers stored measurements via a USB data port to a Windows PC. The MC4CON program
permits bi-directional communication not only for the downloading of recorded data to a PC but also for the uploading of
commands from the PC to the MC4000.
All parameters can also be set using the buttons on the instrument’s front panel. Pressure units are programmed in psi or bar.
The flow and rpm measurements are scaled using programmable constants. Additionally, three point flow calibration for the
turbine sensors are available. When activated the pressure tare function allows offset adjustments and the sets the display to
zero at non-zero pressure inputs.
Hydraulic horsepower is automatically calculated from the measured pressure and flow. Horsepower displays as either HP or
kW depending on the selected units.
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INTRODUCTION
Operating Principle
Fluid entering the meter passes through the inlet flow straightener, which reduces its turbulent flow pattern and improves the
fluid’s velocity profile. Fluid then passes through the turbine, causing it to rotate at a speed proportional to the fluid velocity.
As each turbine blade passes through the magnetic field, the blade generates an AC voltage pulse in the pickup coil at the
base of the magnetic pick-up (see Figure 1). These pulses produce an output frequency proportional to the volumetric flow
through the meter. The output frequency represents flow rate and/or totalization of fluid passing through the turbine flow
meter. For a complete component orientation, see Figure 2.
Figure 1: Schematic illustration of electric signal generated by rotor movement
8
1
7
Flow Direction
Figure 2: Typical cross section of sensor array
1PickupMagnetic
2SensorTemperature
3RingRetaining
4SupportDownstream rotor
5RotorTurbine
6SupportUpstream rotor
7BodyMeter
8SensorPressure
2
33
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MODEL NUMBERS
MODEL NUMBERS
MC4000 Handheld System Analyzer
Model
MC4000 Handheld System AnalyzerFMC4
Language
English + Spanish1
English + French2
English + German3
English + Italian4
Power Cord
International2
North American3
Flow Sensor
0.4…7 gpm (1.5…26 lpm) SAE 81
1…40 gpm (4…151 lpm) SAE 122
4…80 gpm (15…302 lpm) SAE 163
8…160 gpm (30…605 lpm) SAE 204
0.4…7 gpm (1.5…26 lpm) G 1/45
1…40 gpm (4…151 lpm) G 3/46
4…80 gpm (15…302 lpm) G 17
8…160 gpm (30…605 lpm) G 1–1/48
Pressure Sensor
NoneN
870 psi (60 bar)1
1450 psi (100 bar)2
3625 psi (250 bar)3
5800 psi (400 bar)4
Temperature Sensor
NoneN
392° F (200° C)1
–
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SPECIFICATIONS
Display
Accuracy ±0.1% + 1 digit from midrange.
A to D16-bit, Linearity ± (1 LSB + 1 digit).
Display
Inputs
Keypad
Power
Memory
TarePressure channels P1 and P2 are independently set to zero.
Connections
IndicatorsGreen LED between the two sensor plugs indicates power to the battery charging circuit.
Environmental
Sensors
Accuracy ± 1% of reading @ 32 cSt.
Repeatability± 0.2%.
Pressure
Maximums
Turbine
Response
Time
Environmental
Graphic LCD display with back light, 128 x 64 pixels.
Back light auto-off function.
Flow 10 mV…5V
Pressure (P1/P2) Dual 4…20 mA.
Temperature (T) Pt-100 –50…500° C.
RPM 5…24V active pickup. Range 30…60,000 rpm.
Nine keys on the front. With backlight activated, the display is illuminated for 30 seconds after
any key is pressed.
Battery 6V, 2 Ah.
Charger 100…240V AC.
A fully charged battery permits about four hours of operation with two pressure sensors connected and
the backlight switched off.
2.5 MB of datalogging memory can store up to 80,000 samples in all four signal channels, calculated
power, date and time. The sampling rate is selectable from 1 s…120 min.
Peak & valley functions stores the maximum and the minimum values of the P1 and P2 pressure sensors.
Two fast transients recorders with a sampling rate of 1 ms and a capacity of 240,000 measurements
monitor pressure sensor P1. The recording trigger threshold is programmable between 0…100%.
Two eight-pin, 12 mm sensor plugs.
USB data connection.
Battery charging connection.
Ambient Temperature –22…158° F (–30…70° C).
Humidity 0…90% non-condensing.
5800 psi (400 bar) maximum
5000 psi (345 bar) maximum for SAE 20 and G 1-1/4 size models.
≤200 ms.
Fluid Temperature –4…300° F (–20…150° C).
Ambient Temperature –22…158° F (–30…70° C).
Humidity 0…90% non-condensing.
sine wave from turbine. Frequency range 0.5…10 kHz scalable.
Temperature ProbeCase12L14 Steel, electroless nickel finish. NutT303 Stainless steel.
Connector Brass.
Pressure SensorCase300 Series stainless steel. Diaphragm17-4 PH stainless steel.
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DIMENSIONS
CB
BA
D
DIMENSIONS
A
Figure 3: MC4000 monitor
ABC
8.70 in. (221 mm)3.62 in. (92 mm)1.62 in. (41 mm)
C
Figure 4: MC4000 sensor arrays
SERIESABCD
SAE 8 (G 1/4)1.23 in. (31.2 mm)4.72 in. (120.0 mm)1.47 in. (37.3 mm)3.91 in. (99.3 mm)
SAE 12 (G 3/4)1.50 in. (37.6 mm)5.08 in. (129.0 mm)1.80 in. (45.7 mm)4.24 in. (107.7 mm)
SAE 16 (G 1)1.96 in. (50.3 mm)5.87 in. (149.0 mm)2.20 in. (56.0 mm)4.64 in. (117.9 mm)
SAE 20 (G 1–1/4)2.46 in. (62.5 mm)6.81 in. (173.0 mm)2.48 in. (63.0 mm)4.92 in. (125.0 mm)
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CONNECTIONS
CONNECTIONS
T1T2
2
E-
10 mV
Flow
S+
E+
5
3
7
11 V
to GND
Sensor
Excitation
Pt-100
S-
2
8
T2T1
1
3
2
4
5
8
1
6
7
GND
GND
4-20 mA
P2RPM Pulses
45
4
3
1
6
GND
4-20 mA
(+) (-)
P1
Figure 5: MC4000 controls and connections
1HoleHardware reset
2IndicatorBattery charging
T2ConnectorAuxiliary pressure sensor
T1ConnectorFlow, pressure and temperature sensors
3KeypadKeypad
4SocketBattery charging
5PortUSB–B
PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon receipt of the product, perform the following unpacking and inspection procedures.
OTE:NIf damage to the shipping container is evident upon receipt, request the carrier to be present when the product
is unpacked.
Carefully open the shipping package, follow any instructions that may be marked on the exterior. Remove all cushioning
material surrounding the product and carefully lift the product from the package.
Retain the package and all packing material for possible use in reshipment or storage.
Visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts or
any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment.
OTE:NIf damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48 hours of delivery and file a claim with the
carrier. A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
INSTALLATION
Check the interior of the meter for foreign material. Ensure the turbine rotor spins freely prior to installation. Additionally
check and clear fluid lines of all debris.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
ESC
MENU
Measuring Mode
OTE:NAny reference to the P2 pressure sensor assumes installation of the
optional pressure sensor in the system.
Start the MC4000 by pressing ON OFF. The MC4000 performs a self-test and
returns the version number of the firmware and the unit's serial number.
Additionally the setup parameters, the battery capacity, date, time and free
memory are also available. After the startup routine, the instrument automatically goes into measuring mode.
Four windows divide the screen. The two left windows show pressure measurements. The right upper window measures the
temperature and the right lower window shows flow or the rpm. Menu commands select the flow (Q) or the rpm (N). Three
dashes - - - in a window indicates the absence of a sensor. A battery symbol in the lower right display corner indicates the
battery capacity.
P1bar
74.32
P2bar
76.12
Function buttons MENU, ESC and SET
T°C
86.5
Ql/min
38.4
OFF
OK
ON
SET
Pressing MENU accesses the menu commands. Pressing MENU repeatedly scrolls through the menu choices. If MENU is
pressed and held, menu items automatically scrolls at one second intervals.
MENU
ESC
OK
ON
OFF
Pressing ESC allows backwards menu steps. After the third ESC press, the MC4000 exits the menu and switches to
measuring mode.
Pressing SET activates tare in both P1 and P2 pressure channels:
OFFSETP1SETSet pressure P1 to zero – Tare P1
OFFSETP1RESCancel the tare function – No Tare P1
OFFSETP2SETSet pressure P2 to zero – Tare P2
OFFSETP2RESCancel the tare function – No Tare P2
SET
ESC
OFF
ON
OK
MENU
SET
ESC
OFF
ON
MENU
OK
SET
OFFSET
OFFSET P1 SET
OFFSET P1 RES
OFFSET P2 SET
OFFSET P2 RES
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OPERATION
P1bar
P1-P2bar
83.3
P1bar
P1-P2bar
Up and Down Arrow Buttons
Press or to select any of following modes:
• Peak & valley, pressure difference, power
• Large display mode for pressure P1 or P2
• Large display mode for temperature
• Large display mode for flow and rpm
124.3
P2bar
24.1
P1bar
13.5
PWkW
38.4
82.2
P1bar
124.3
P2bar
64.6
P2bar
108.7
T°C
ESC
ON
OFF
12.3
P2bar
4.1
P1bar
82.2
P1bar
12.3
P2bar
64.6
P2bar
4.1
Ql/min
OK
13.55
PWkW
38.4
MENU
SET
83.3
Ql/min
13.4
Large display mode selected with .Large display mode selected with .
Left and Right Arrow Buttons
• Pressing resets the peak & valley memory.
• Pressing returns the MC4000 to measuring mode.
13.4
T°C
ESC
ON
OFF
MENU
OK
SET
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OPERATION
Menu
Pressing MENU opens the instrument’s programming menu. Repeatedly pressing MENU also scrolls through the menu
selections available on the display. The MC4000 uses to select menu parameters and make changes. Pressing OK stores any new settings. After pressing OK, the display responds with DATA STORED. Pressing ESC permits scrolling
backwards through the menu choices. After three menu presses the display switches back into measuring mode.
STORE OFFStop storing data to memory.
DATALOGGER
Selection
STORE ON
STORE OFF
STORE DELETEDeletes all stored data.
Set data recording intervals to one of a number of preset times.
SAVE INTERVAL
Selection
1 s
Fast transients are stored in either of two individually selected memory locations. Each transient contains a maximum
240,000 samples. For example, with a sampling rate of 1 ms (1/1000 of a second) the memory capacity is 240 seconds in each
memory location. The recording begins when OK is pressed. To stop recording, press and hold OK for at least five seconds.
The minimum recording time is 30 seconds. The DATA STORED message displays automatically by pressing OK which stops
data recording.
The SHOW selection displays the stored measurements as a graphic.
The recording begins when the signal value is
larger than the selected level. When the recording
must start at zero signal level, threshold <10% must
be selected.
BACKLIGHT OFFThe backlight is off.
When the backlight is set to on,
the display illuminates for 30
seconds each time any of the
BACKLIGHT ON
buttons is pressed. With the
backlight, set to on the power
consumption from the battery is
larger and reduces battery life.
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OPERATION
DATE AND TIME
21:32:45 AM
29/03/13
SCALE P1
+ 100.000
SCALE P2
+ 200.000
Selection
Scaling
for
pressure
sensor
(P1)
Scaling
for
pressure
sensor
(P2)
HH : MM : SS
DD : MM : YY
Use the horizontal arrows to select the flashing
digit. Alter the value using the vertical arrows. This
parameter sets the full-scale reading at the point
the pressure sensor P1 has an output of 20 mA.
Use the horizontal arrows to select the flashing
digit. Alter the value using the vertical arrows. This
parameter sets the full-scale reading at the point
the pressure sensor P2 has an output of 20 mA.
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SEL. FLOW-RPM
SCALE P2+ 200.000
SELECT OFF
OPERATION
SEL. FLOW-RPM
SELECT FLOW
Two Point Linearizing
SEL. FLOW TYPE
NEW LIN
SCALE FLOW
+ 1.23456
DSCALE FLOW
+ 1.23456
SEL. FLOW - RPM
SELECT RPM
SCALE RPM
+ 1.23456
Three Point Linearizing
SEL. FLOW TYPE
NEW TAB
TAB F1 INP
+1.23456
TAB Q1 OUT
+1.23456
TAB F2 INP
+1.23456
TAB Q2 OUT
+1.23456
TAB F3 INP
+1.23456
Pre-programmed Flow Meters
SEL. FLOW TYPE
25 l/min
SEL. FLOW TYPE
150 l/min
SEL. FLOW TYPE
300 l/min
SEL. FLOW TYPE
600 l/min
EU
SEL. FLOW TYPE
7 GPM
SEL. FLOW TYPE
40 GPM
SEL. FLOW TYPE
80 GPM
SEL. FLOW TYPE
160 GPM
Units
US
To exit the programming menu into the measuring mode press ESC three times.
DSCALE RPM
+ 1.23456
UNITS
US
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
TAB Q3 OUT
+1.23456
Units US or EU
Language ENGLISH or DEFAULT
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OPERATION
P1bar
T°C
P1bar
74.32
P2bar
76.12
Datalogger
Recording Measurements
The internal memory can save all displayed measurements. The USB data port permits the uploading of the stored data to a
PC where for further processing. The internal memory permits 224 individual records with a total capacity of 2.5 MB. Use the
MC4000 keyboard to initializes each individual record. After initializing the record location, pressing ESC switches the display
into measuring mode. In measuring mode, an M icon indicates an active datalogging session.
74.32
P2bar
Ql/min
76.12
T°C
86.5
Ql/min
38.4
86.5
38.4
M
Logging Active
Indication
Datalogging Memory Commands
The first menu screen allows a choice to start, stop or delete the datalogger memory.
DATALOGGER
STORE DELETE
DATALOGGER
STORE ON
This command erases datalogger memory
All records are deleted
This command starts the recording of data at the selected
interval rate. Each record automatically adds the date and time
from an internal real time clock.
DATALOGGER
Stops recording the datalogging information to memory.
STORE OFF
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New Datalogging Session
OPERATION
DATALOGGER
STORE ON
Recording Interval
The save interval is the time between two consecutive recording cycles. It is set in fixed increments as shown below.
SAVE INTERVAL
1 s
Fast Transients - Pressure Channel P1
For recording of fast transients two memory locations are available. Each location is individually selected. Each transient
contains a maximum 240,000 samples. For example with a sampling rate of 1 ms the memory capacity is 240 seconds in each
memory location. The recording begins when OK is pressed. To stop recording, press and hold OK for at least ve seconds. The
minimum recording time is 30 s. When data recording is stopped by pressing OK, DATA STORED is automatically displayed.
OTE:NAn existing transient memory record must be deleted before the new record can start.
The SHOW selection displays the stored measurements as graphics. The X-axis shows the elapsed recorded time, the Y-axis
shows 0…100% of the full scale pressure set in the pressure channel P1 parameter setup. Any recording may be stopped by
pressing OK before reaching the end of the 240 second maximum record length.
To start the next datalogging session select
DATALOGGER STORE ON
again and confirm the selection by pressing OK.
OTE:NThe controls for transient 2 work the same way as the controls for transient 1.
Recorded data, in the transient 1 memory location, is deleted by
pressing OK at the TRANSIENT NO. 1 DELETE prompt.
Data recording, in the Transient 1 memory location, is started by
pressing OK at the TRANSIENT NO. 1 START prompt.
A graphic of the transient 1 data is displayed by pressing OK at
the TRANSIENT NO. 1 SHOW prompt.
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OPERATION
Int = 1msL = 10%T = 240 s
Int = 1msL = 10%T = 138 s
Transient Graphics Examples
Record using the full memory capacity.Record terminated after 138 seconds.
Figure 6: Graphical pressure representations
Pressing ESC returns the display to the transients menu allowing selection of show or delete functions.
Summary
Either of two transient memory locations, TRANSIENTS NO 1 or TRANSIENTS NO 2, are selectable. Each memory location has a
capacity of 240,000 samples. With a sampling rate of 1 ms, each transient memory location records a maximum 240 seconds
of transient data. The following apply to both transient 1 and transient 2 memory locations.
• A new recording can start only when the memory location is erased using the TRANSIENTS NO. 1 DELETE function.
• Select TRANSIENTS NO. 1 START and initiate the recording by pressing OK.
• When TRANSIENTS NO. 1 SHOW is selected the recorded data is shown as a graphic representation.
Threshold
The threshold function defines the level at which pressure recordings begin. For example, if the THRESHOLD SIGNAL is set to
>20%, the pressure recording will not begin until the pressure exceeds 20% of the maximum pressure set for that sensor. The
threshold is set using a percentage of the maximum value used to scale 20 mA input in the SCALE P1 or SCALE P2 menu item.
With threshold set for example at >10% the recording starts when the pressure transducer is sending 5.6 mA of current to the
MC4000 display. If scaled for 200 psi, pressure sensor P1 begins recording as soon as the pressure reaches 20 psi.
>10%, <10%…>90%, <90% in steps of 10%
THRESHOLD
Selection
SIGNAL <10 %
At the end of a recording cycle, the display automatically shows the graphics corresponding to the stored data from the P1
pressure transducer.
The recording starts as soon as the input signal
exceeds the selected level. For records which have
to begin at zero signal level, the value <10% has to
be used.
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SUPPLEMENTARY MEASUREMENTS
P1
bar
P1-P2bar
38.4
86.56
P1
bar
P1-P2bar
38.4
24.12
Power (HP) =
1720
Pressure (psi) x Flow (gpm)
Power (kW) =
600
Pressure (bar) x Flow (lpm)
1720
1450.4 (psi) x 52.84 (gpm)
= 44.56 HP
600
100 (bar) x 200 (lpm)
= 33.33 kW
SUPPLEMENTARY MEASUREMENTS
Peak & Valley
While the MC4000 instrument is in operation, the maximum and minimum pressure measurements from both pressure
transducers P1 and P2 record automatically. Pressing UP or DOWN writes the measurements to the display.
Pressing UP displays the maximum values recorded by pressure sensors P1 and P2. The small arrows on the display points up,
indicating displayed readings are the maximums (see Figure 7). Pressing DOWN recalls the minimum values of P1 and P2. The
small arrow on the display points down, indicating displayed readings are the minimums (see Figure 7).
124.32
P2bar
Pressure Dierence
The upper right quadrant of the display shows the pressure difference between pressure transducer P1 and P2. Stored
maximum and minimum readings show in the left side quadrants of the display (see Figure 7).
Power
The lower right quadrant shows the instantaneous power reading in either HP or kW. The pressure units are either psi or bar,
temperature readings are in either º F or º C.
It is important that the pressure entries and scaling use consistent units of psi and º F for US measurements or bar and º C for
EU measurements. Unpredictable results occur if the pressure and temperature units are mismatched.
Power Calculations
13.55
PWkW
Figure 7: Pressure display screens
124.32
P2bar
13.55
PWHP
US
The power calculation
Examples
US–When programmed in US units of pressure (psi) and flow (gpm), the power is calculated in HP.
Pressure = 1450.4 psi
Flow = 52.84 gpm
Power (HP) =
DIN–When programmed in DIN units of pressure (bar) and flow(lpm), the power is calculated in kW.
Pressure = 100 bar
Flow = 200 lpm
Power (kW) =
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SUPPLEMENTARY MEASUREMENTS
Maximum Frequency
Maximum Flow Rate
DSCALE
Input Frequency x SCALE
765 Hz
80 gallons
= 0.1046
SCALE =
2632 Hz
7 gallons
= 0.0026596
Two Point Flow Sensor Calibration Using the New Lin Function
The MC4000 flow sensor output signal is a frequency that is proportional to the rate of flow. The MC4000 monitor uses the
frequency information to calculate volumetric flow rate and total flow. The raw frequency from the turbine flow sensor
requires scaling by a constant in order to achieve a display reading in the required flow units. The MC4000 refers to this
constant as the SCALE defined as follows.
SCALE =
The MC4000 menu contains two scaling parameters. They are the already defined SCALE and a scaling divisor referred to as
the DSCALE.
Used to shift the decimal point of the displayed reading, the DSCALE setting is particularly useful when the SCALE parameter is
a very small number such as in the case of small, high frequency turbine flow sensors.
Calculated flow readings in the MC4000 use the following formula.
Display Reading =
Example
A typical 1 in. turbine flow sensor would have the following characteristics.
Maximum Flow = 80 gpm
Maximum Frequency = 765 Hz
The scale factor, SCALE, calculation is:
SCALE =
The value for this sensor entered into the SCALE parameter would be 0.1046. In this case a DSCALE value of 1.000 would give
correct readings on the MC4000 display.
Using a larger value for DSCALE offers higher resolution and is especially useful when the SCALE value has several leading
zeroes in it.
Example
A small turbine flow sensor has the following full scale values.
Maximum Flow = 7 gpm
Maximum Frequency = 2632 Hz
Because of display limitations, better results are obtained by multiplying the SCALE value by 1000 and using a DSCALE value
of 1000.
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SUPPLEMENTARY MEASUREMENTS
Three Point Flow Sensors Linearizing Using the New Tab Function
Linearization achieves better accuracy of the flow sensor connected to the MC4000. The MC4000 is capable of using up to
three linearization points. The points entered are in pairs of frequency values with their associated flow rates. The linear point
pairs can be entered using the MC4000 keyboard or from a connected PC.
Linearization PointFrequency (Hz)Flow Rate (Q)
1Frequency F1Flow Rate Q1
2Frequency F2Flow Rate Q2
3Frequency F3Flow Rate Q2
Table 1: Sample linearization table
The linearization menu makes the assignment of both the frequencies and display readings.
The MC4000 datalogger connects to a PC by means of a standard USB-A to USB-B cable. The MC4CON software package
supports bi-directional communication with a PC. The installation requires about 8MB of disk space under Windows.
When the CD inserted into the PC's DVD/CD drive the MC4CON.exe setup utility opens automatically and installs the MC4CON
software on the PC. If the MC4CON.exe setup utility does not start, navigate to the DVD/CD drive and open one of the setup
files as shown in Figure 8, and then double click on the setup.exe file to start the installation
MC4CON
MC4CON
MC4CON
Figure 8: Setup folders and setup icon
Communication
MC4CON software allows bi-directional communication between a PC and the MC4000 datalogging utility. The datalogger
function is fully programmable from a PC using the MC4000 in download mode. In the upload mode, the PC transfers all
recorded data, transients and parameters to the MC4000 where for manipulation. Communications between the MC4000 and
a PC is via the USB port that runs at 230,400 baud.
The program automatically searches for an available communications port. When the MC4000 software finds an open port
and establishes communications with MC4000, the Connection indicator turns green.
COM Port Set
Connection
Find COM
Stop
Baud
USB
230,400
O.K.
COM
OFF
COM 1
COM 2
COM 3
COM 4
COM 5
COM 6
COM 7
COM 8
COM 9
COM 10
Disconnected and then re-connected the USB cable during communication severs the communication link between the PC
and the MC4000. To re-establish communications, select Find COM. The communication will automatically be re-established.
COM Port Set Controls
Find COMRe-establish the communication when interrupted as experienced due to a disconnected cable.
OKStarts the search for an open COM port.
StopStop searching for an open COM port.
Connection
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Turns green when communications are established between the MC4CON software and an
MC4000 Handheld System Analyzer.
MC4CON SOFTWARE
Menu Structure
Top Level
Exit
ExitExits MC4CON software utility.
File
Open Data TableOpens a text file with the file format filename.TX2 containing stored datalogger data.
Save Data TableStores datalogger data to a text file with the file format filename.TX2.
Open Transient TableOpens a text file with the file format filename.TX1 containing stored transient data.
Save Transient TableStores transient data to a text file with the file format filename.TX1.
File ReadReads setup data stored in a file with the file format filename.set.
File SaveStores setup data in a file with the file format filename.set.
ExitExits MC4CON software utility.
COM
Select COMOpens the COM port selection utility.
Select
MeasurementSame as pressing Measurement on the MC4000 instrument.
Menu MC4000Same as pressing MENU on the MC4000 instrument.
DataloggerSame as pressing Datalogger on the MC4000 instrument.
Current Data TableSame as pressing Current Data Table on the MC4000 instrument.
Peak pressure P1Same as pressing Peak Pressure P1 on the MC4000 instrument.
Info
AboutVersion number and contact information.
Language
ChangeEnglish / Default (local language, such as Spanish).
Install newInstalls new language file into the MC4000.
Menu Tabs
The menu tabs immediately below the main drop downs duplicates the most frequently used item from the Select menu.
MeasurementSame as pressing Measurement on the MC4000 instrument.
Menu MC4000Same as pressing MENU on the MC4000 instrument.
DataloggerSame as pressing Datalogger on the MC4000 instrument.
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MC4CON SOFTWARE
Menu MC4000 Setup
Measurement Tab
ExitFileComSelectInfoLanguage
Menu MC4000 Setup
Measurement
No Sensor
No Sensor
DataloggerMenu MC4000
No Sensor
No Sensor
Read
Figure 9: MC4000 Setup Menu
ReadSelection of the Read check box in the measurement screen transfers stored data to the PC from
the MC4000.
ContrastThe display contrast is set using the slider bar to the right of the sensor displays.
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MC4CON SOFTWARE
Menu MC4000 Setup
Menu MC4000 Setup
MC4000 Setup Tab
Under the Menu MC4000 tab, all instrument parameters can be set and then downloaded to the MC4000. The MC4000 also
transfers the process parameters and saved data currently displayed on this screen to the PC.
ExitFileComSelectInfoLanguage
Measurement
Menu MC4000
Datalogger
Name
Flow-RPM
Language
English
Spanish
Sel.Flow type
New-Lin
New-Tab
7 gpm
40 gpm
80 gpm
160 gpm
Backlight
Light o
Light on
Sel.Flow-RPM
Select o
Select Flow
Select RPM
RPM
Scale RPM
Dscale RPM
Units
EU
US
File
New deviceFile readFile save
Device
Menu MC4000 readMenu MC4000 storeMenu MC4000 write
New-Lin
Scale RPM
Dscale RPM
New-Tab
Tab F1 INP
Tab F2 INP
Tab F3 INP
Tab Q1 OUTP
Tab Q 2 OUTP
Tab Q3 OUTP
Pressure
Scale P1
Scale P2
Save Interval
1 s
2 s
5 s
15 s
30 s
60 s
120 s
300 s
600 s
1200 s
1800 s
2700 s
3600 s
7200 s
Threshold
SIGNAL > 10%
SIGNAL < 10%
SIGNAL > 20%
SIGNAL < 20%
SIGNAL > 30%
SIGNAL < 30%
SIGNAL > 40%
SIGNAL < 40%
SIGNAL > 50%
SIGNAL < 50%
SIGNAL > 60%
SIGNAL < 60%
SIGNAL > 70%
SIGNAL < 70%
SIGNAL > 80%
SIGNAL < 80%
SIGNAL > 90%
SIGNAL < 90%
UnitsFlow units are calculated in US or European standard units.
EUDefault units are lpm, bar, ° C.
USDefault units are gpm, psi, ° F.
LanguageSelection of English or default (the local country language).
English
Default
BacklightBacklight control.
Light offBacklight is turned off. No instrument backlight.
Light onBacklight is turned on. The display illuminates for 30 seconds when any buttons are pressed.
FileMenu MC4000, upper tree switches.
New DeviceDefault setting.
File ReadReads all the menu parameters from a file with the file format filename.set from the MC4000.
File SaveStores all the menu parameters in a file with the format filename.set to the MC4000.
DeviceMenu MC4000, lower three switches.
Menu MC4000 readReads the stored MC4000 parameters into the MC4CON software.
Menu MC4000 storeReads the stored MC4CON parameters into the MC4000.
Timer MC4000 writeTransfer time and date values from the PC into MC4000.
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Datalogger Tab
Menu MC4000 Setup
Menu MC4000 Setup
ExitFileComSelectInfoLanguage
MC4CON SOFTWARE
#
Transient 1
Transient 2
Record 1
Record 2
Record 3
Record 4
Status
Stop
Menu MC4000Measurement
Datalogger
Transient 1
Transient 2
Record 1
Record 2
Record 3
Peak data table
Record 4
Record 5
Record 6
Current data table
Record 7
View
Records
2021
1534
368
136
72
520
Date
13.07.2013
16.07.2013
11.07.2013
11.07.2013
11.07.2013
14.07.2013
Time
15:18:05
08:47:59
07:37:01
07:38:10
07:39:10
15:51:
Upload
Bytes
4068
3072
1472
544
288
2090
Capacity %
50.0
50.0
0.0704
0.026
0.0138
0.0995
Figure 11: Datalogger view screen
The datalogger screens allow access to all recorded files shown with date and time as well as controls for instrument data
storage. There are also controls to show tabular views of current and peak pressure measurements.
StopStops the software screen updating during the data transfer from the MC4000 to the PC.
Peak Data TableTransients data shown in table format.
Current Data TableDatalogger data shown in table format.
ViewShow all stored transients and records with date, time and byte content.
UploadRead the selected record (Transient 1, 2, Record 1…).
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Peak Pressure P1
Peak Pressure P1
Data Table Controls
The peak pressure and current data tables use the same controls for manipulating the available data.
Save TXTStores the table in a *.txt.
Excel openStores the table in Microsoft Excel *.xls format.
CopyCopies the current file.
DeleteDeletes the current file.
Open TXTOpens a previously stored file.
GraphGenerates a graphics representation of the current table.
CancelExits from the current data table.
PrintPrints the current table. The graphic view prints after the table is converted into graphic.
Automatically generates and loads graphics from the Current Data Table to the display by clicking on Graph.
Graph
Generates graphics from the Current Data Table. The right side of the window shows the scaled values of the measured signals.
The maximum and minimum values are the default. Display of all five variables is simultaneous. If required individual variables
may be deselected.