FRC DATATRON FTC200 User Manual

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Document Number: XE-FTC2PM-R0A

FTC200 Rev151207

PORTABLE SAMPLING

FLOW & PRESSURE METER

MODEL FTC200

FIRE RESEARCH CORPORATION

www.reresearch.com

26 Southern Blvd., Nesconset, NY 11767

TEL 631.724.8888 FAX 631.360.9727 TOLL FREE 1.800.645.0074

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Table of Contents

CONTENTS ................................................................................................................ 2

List of Tables.......................................................................................................... 3

List of Figures ........................................................................................................ 3

INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 4

Overview ................................................................................................................ 4

Features .................................................................................................................. 4

SYSTEM COMPONENTS ......................................................................................... 5

Panel Diagram (Display Module) .......................................................................... 5

Panel Controls and Ports Summary: ...................................................................... 6

FIELD OPERATION .................................................................................................. 9

Battery Management System ................................................................................ 9

Making Connections ............................................................................................ 10

Channels .............................................................................................................. 10

Recording ............................................................................................................. 11

Data Management ................................................................................................ 12

PROGRAMMING .................................................................................................... 14

Enter Password for Program Access .................................................................... 14

Operator P-100 Codes .......................................................................................... 16

Set Date and Time (codes P107 and P108) .......................................................... 17

Firmware Update (code P109) ............................................................................. 18

Flow Calibration (code P111) .............................................................................. 19

Pressure Calibration (code P112) ......................................................................... 21

Error Codes and Fault Warnings Troubleshooting Table ..................................... 22

PARTS LIST ............................................................................................................. 23

Specications ....................................................................................................... 24

Flow Sensor ......................................................................................................... 25

Pressure Sensor .................................................................................................... 26

FLOW SENSOR MAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 28

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List of Tables

Table 1. Program Functions P-Codes Quick Reference ........................................... 16

Table 2. Error Codes and Fault Warnings Troubleshooting ..................................... 22

Table 3. Parts List .................................................................................................... 23

Table 4. Pressure Sensor Output Voltage ................................................................. 26

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List of Figures

Figure 1. Controls and Indicators ............................................................................... 5

Figure 2. Sample File Format .................................................................................. 12

Figure 3. Flow Sensor Wiring .................................................................................. 25

Figure 4. Pressure Sensor Wiring ............................................................................. 27

Figure 5. Flow Sensor Maintenance ........................................................................ 28

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

The DataTron FTC200 Portable Flow Meter is an easy-to-use 4-channel portable sampling ow and pressure meter. It can record these values over time internally to automate the process of testing ow and pressure. This enables the operator to press a button and use the same portable tester with different size ow tubes. It provides connections for up to four ow tubes, displays pressure and ow readings for any or all four of the tubes simultaneously. Up to four tubes

of different pipe sizes can be used at the same time. This device can be operated in either a Manual mode or Automatic

mode. Using the Automatic mode will automate the process of testing ow and pressure.

The FTC200 Portable Flow Meter uses paddlewheel type ow sensors, and pressure sensors that are mounted in each of the four ow tubes. The paddlewheels contain a unique ID chip with memory storage to hold the calibration data for each of the four ow tubes. Flow rate information is provided from the paddlewheel ow sensors mounted in the ow tubes. This information is processed and shown on the digital display as ow rate. The user can retrieve sampled data with either a USB ash drive or from a computer with a USB cable.

The FTC200 has a 4-digit Red LED display with daylight bright digits 0.39 inch (10 mm) high for PRESSURE readings, a 5-digit Blue LED display for FLOW, and a 2-digit LED display for both TIME and COUNTS. The owmeter electronics are self contained; program features are accessed via push buttons on the front of the module. Input connections and cables are also accessible on the front panel.

The FTC200 can be powered by an external power supply (provided), or an external 10-30V DC source (with supplied battery jumper cable or cigarette lighter plug). To charge the internal battery, plug the cable into the POWER input on the front panel , connect the POWER SUPPLY to a 120/240 VAC electrical outlet and place the power switch in the ON/CHARGE position. If the batteries are depleted, the unit can be used while the batteries are being charged.

Features

Measures Flow in GPM/LPM using paddlewheel sensors

Measures Pressure in PSI/kPa/BAR using calibrated sensors

Monitors up to 4 channels individually for ow and pressure

Manual snap-shot recording of data for all 4 channels

Automatic Mode records a maximum of 99 events

Multiple Flow Rate Calibration Points

Uses Multiple Diameter Flow Tubes (Please see Specications on page 24.)

Summing Flow Function

Paddlewheels connected to each of the four ow tubes store the calibration memory data

Data Captured can be retrieved through a USB ash drive (via USB port “A”) or via USB Cable connected to a computer (mini “B” port)

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SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Panel Diagram (Display Module)

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Figure 1. Controls and Indicators

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Panel Controls and Ports Summary:

• CHANNEL CONNECTORS 1 THROUGH 4

• BUTTONS 1 THROUGH 4 – CHANNEL SELECT

• LED 1 THROUGH 4, GREEN – CHANNEL SELECTED INDICATORS

◦ Press a button to read the channel’s Flow & Pressure.

• DISPLAY- 4-DIGIT RED–PRESSURE

◦ The selected channel’s pressure reading.

• DISPLAY 5-DIGIT BLUE–FLOW

• BUTTON–SUM

• LED, RED–SUM INDICATOR

◦ The selected channel’s ow reading.

◦ Press to sum the ow of all 4 channels together.

• BUTTON–MENU

• BUTTON–SELECT

• BUTTON - UP

• BUTTON - DOWN

◦ Use these to edit various setups and modes.

• DISPLAY 2-DIGIT–TIME

• DISPLAY 2-DIGIT–COUNTS

◦ Set recording parameters quickly & easily

• BUTTON–AUTO

◦ Press to automatically sample all parameters on a regular basis.

• BUTTON–MANUAL

◦ Press to take a single snap-shot.

• LED RED–RECORDING

◦ Unit is in a recording session.

• CONNECTOR – MEMORY (USB-A, HOST)

• LED RED – “BUSY” (MEMORY)

◦ Insert a USB ash drive compliant with USB 2.0 and formatted to the standard FAT32 le system to

obtain your recorded data.

• CONNECTOR - TO COMPUTER

• LED RED – “BUSY” (COMPUTER MINI_AB DEVICE)

◦ Connect a USB cable to your computer to easily transfer data, just like a memory stick would work.

• LEDs – % STATE OF CHARGE (SOC)

• BUTTON PWR (POWER ON/CHARGE/OFF)

• CONNECTOR – PWR IN (POWER INPUT)

◦ Monitor and control the unit’s power easily – everything is automatic.

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Case

The DataTron FTC200 4-channel portable sampling ow and pressure meter is mounted inside of a resilient, high impact, structural copolymer case. The case is watertight, airtight, dustproof, chemical resistant and corrosionproof , and has an automatic purge valve for quick equalization after changes in atmospheric pressure. All controls

and indicators are located on the front panel. (Refer to Controls and Indicators.)

Internal Battery

The DataTron is powered by a rechargeable battery and must be charged regularly. A fully charged battery

will provide approximately 8 hours of operating time. When the tester is not in use, the ON/OFF switch should

be left in the OFF position. The 0% RED LED indicator will illuminate when the battery needs to be charged.

External Power Supply

A 120/240 VAC power supply is provided to power the DataTron. To charge the internal battery, switch the power off, then plug the cable into the POWER input on the front panel and connect the other end to a standard AC

electrical outlet. The power supply can be used internationally and the wall adapter can be changed as necessary.

The battery must be charged with the ON/OFF switch in the ON position.

Accessory Adapter

A 12/24 VDC power source (car or truck battery) can also be used to power and charge the DataTron. Plug the provided DC Power Cable into the POWER input on the front panel and connect the other end to a DC source.

Jumper Cable

The jumper cable is provided to connect with any external 12/24 VDC power source. This cable allows for

charging with a standard vehicle battery and ends with red and black alligator clips, which are attached to the

vehicle battery.

NOTE: When external power sources are not in use, protect the 2-pin POWER port with seal plug.

Sensor Cable

Cables for each of the Four Flow Tubes with 6-pin Deutsch Connectors are available for the four ow pressure channels on the DataTron. Use the 3-pin connector on the cable marked for the ow sensor to plug into the ow sensor, and use the other 3-pin connector on the cable marked for the pressure sensor to plug into the pressure sensor. When not in use, the connectors should be covered with the seal plugs, which are provided as a standard part.

Flow Sensor

The ow sensor is provided as a paddlewheel type of device, which should be properly mounted inside of the ow tube. (See specications section for more details for installation.) This sensor converts the rotations from the paddlewheel into electrical pulses of a proportional frequency. This data is processed and shown on the FLOW

display.

Pressure Sensor

The pressure sensor is provided and converts pressure for each channel into DC voltage, which is then

processed and shown on the PRESSURE display.

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Flow Tubes

Each ow tube will have a mount for a paddlewheel ow sensor and pressure sensor. They must meet all specications required to ensure proper operation with the ow channels. Refer to the Specications section for details. Caution: Care

should be taken not to drop the ow tubes. Dropping the ow tubes could result in damage the exterior of the tubes or the ow and pressure sensors.

USB Flash Drive

Use a USB ash drive compliant with USB 2.0 and formatted to the standard FAT32 le system for data

retrieval by inserting into the MEMORY input on the right side of the front panel of the DataTron. Press the MEMORY button to transfer the data. (See the Data Management section for further information.)

USB Cable

A USB cable is provided and connects into the TO COMPUTER input on the front of the right side of

the DataTron, which then connects also into the USB port on your computer. Once the USB cable is plugged into the port on the DataTron and connected to the computer, and the COMPUTER button is pressed, the

DataTron will appear as an external drive.

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FIELD OPERATION

Battery Management System

Note: The DataTron may be used while it is charging, and the length of time for the battery to fully

charge will not be affected. The charge time is the same when it is in stand-by, or not being used.

Note: Please be certain to turn the power to the off position before changing power sources.

Note: If the device is left on and not being used for certain period of time, it will go into ship and

store mode (powers down to preserve battery life).

ON/CHARGE

Turning on the unit:

1. Move the toggle ON/OFF switch to the ON/CHARGE position.

2. The PRESSURE display shows the time and date briey, while FLOW displays the current rmware revision.

3. Switch to the ON/CHARGE position to charge the DataTron.

4. Keep the switch in the OFF position to fully disconnect the DataTron for shipment.

5. Always keep the switch in the OFF position when not in use to prevent the internal battery from draining, or to help preserve the life of the battery. When switched to the OFF position, the battery is disconnected.

Internal Battery

The battery used in the DataTron is a maintenance free, LiFe PO4 (non-toxic, recyclable, lead-free). When

the battery is almost depleted, use either the external power supply (for a wall outlet), accessory adapter or jumper

cable to charge the DataTron. The unit must be in the ON/CHARGE position to charge.

State of Charge Indicator

Battery charge level is displayed as either 0%, 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%, and the corresponding LED next to

the battery level percentage will light up.

External Power Supply

The universal external power supply with input voltage range of 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz is provided with a

removable plug, and can be replaced with the type needed for the country where the product will be used. Press

the button on the back to release the clip and slide the connector on for your country. The power supply can be plugged into the wall and plug the other end into the POWER input on the DataTron. The power switch must

be in the ON/CHARGE position to charge.

Accessory Adapter

Plug the provided DC Power Cable into the POWER input on the front panel and connect the other end to

a DC source.

Jumper Cable

Plug the jumper cable into the POWER input on the front panel of the DataTron. The jumper cable is provided

to connect to any external 12/24 VDC power source (such as a vehicle battery).

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Making Connections

Before taking measurements, make sure the 6-pin Deutsch connector is connected to the ow and pressure

channel that will be measured.

1. Plug the pressure sensor cable ending in a 6-pin Deutsch connector (part no. XE- FTIPFPM-C20A) into the

ow and pressure channel until the tab rmly locks into position in the port on the DataTron for the selected

channel (1 through 4). (An audible "click" will be heard once it is plugged in completely.)

2. Plug the other end of the IPF-PM pressure sensor cable (shaped like the letter "Y") into the pressure transducer

and ow sensor.

3. One part of the cable will be labeled as "Flow Sensor" (with a blue heat shrink); plug this 3-pin connector into

the ow sensor. This will lock into position with the tab on the connector.

4. The other half of the cable with the other 3-pin connector (with a red heat shrink) is labeled as "Discharge Sensor"; this 3-pin connector plugs into the pressure sensor. This also locks into position with the tab on the connector.

Channels

Reading Flow (Flow Tube Control)

1. To verify pipe size, press and hold any ow channel button (1,2, 3 or 4), and before the button is released the FLOW display shows the pipe size for that channel in either millimeters or inches. After letting go of the button, the pressure and ow value readings for that channel are shown in the corresponding PRESSURE and FLOW

displays.

2. This action can be repeated for channels 1 through 4 to conrm the pipe size for each of the pipes connected to

their respective channel.

Flow Sum Mode

1. SUM button—Use to display the sum of all 4 ow channels. Press and release the SUM button (labeled

as " FLOW/SUM" ); the sum LED light turns on. In the FLOW display, the sum of the ow for all 4 channels will be shown.

2. To exit sum mode, press the SUM button again, or press one of the ow channel buttons. The LED shuts off , the device goes back to the selected channel or the one that was previously in use prior to activating

SUM mode. FLOW and PRESSURE values are displayed for that channel.

NOTE: The PRESSURE display will be blank during the sum mode.

Reading Pressure

To read pressure, press and release any of the four channel buttons. Pressure for the selected channel

will show in the PRESSURE display (as stated above in "Reading Flow").

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Recording

The DataTron can be programmed to automatically record the desired count of measurements (from 01-99)

separated by the time interval for each count in minutes.

Manual Mode

1. Manual Sample - press "MANUAL" to record pressure and ow as a snap-shot of the data recorded into the internal memory. The snap-shot recording in Manual mode will record the set up, date, time and sum for that specic event.

2. At the start of the manual recording session, the LED light goes on momentarily, and then shuts off when the session is nished.

Set Up for Automatic Mode

1. Before the recording session begins, rst press the SELECT button.

2. The TIME display will start blinking, which indicates this is the active option. (Each menu option will ash when you are on the active option.) Then adjust the value for time by pressing the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to the right of the TIME and COUNTS displays. Adjust the time in minutes.

3. When the value for the time has been set to the desired number, press the SELECT button again. The COUNTS display will start blinking. The number of preset counts are adjusted with the and DOWN arrow

buttons, as the time value was just adjusted. When the desired number has been reached for COUNTS, press

the SELECT button. When you are ready to begin recording, press the AUTO button to begin recording in Automatic Mode. (The rst sample is taken immediately upon pressing the AUTO button, and the number

of COUNTS will decrease by 1.)

NOTE: Once the values have been set, they will be saved in memory until the next time it is turned back

on. The back up memory retains the values that were preset last (even when the unit is powered off).

NOTE: TIME - This displays the length of the interval (in minutes) between each recorded sample.

COUNTS - This displays the number of samples to be recorded.

For example: if the number of counts is set at 10, and the time interval is set for ve (5), this equals a

45 minute recording session. The rst sample is taken as the AUTO button is pressed, and the COUNTS

value decreases by one (1). In this case, the remaining number of COUNTS will drop down to nine (9), after the rst sample is taken.

(TIME or COUNTS can be any value from 01-99.)

Automatic Mode—Starting the Recording Session

1. Be sure to rst go through the Set Up process as described above.

2. After pressing AUTO button, the recording session starts and the LED lights up under RECORDING.

3. Immediately after the AUTO button has been pressed, the rst snap-shot sample is taken. The number

of counts will decrease by one from the rst snap-shot recording of data.

4. After each time interval has passed, the number of preset counts will continue to decrease by one count until the count value reaches zero. Once the number of counts reaches zero, the automatic recording session has ended, and the RECORDING light will shut off.

5. To disable/cancel Automatic mode, press and hold the AUTO button for approximately 2 seconds.

(The LED light under the RECORDING light will shut off and the COUNTS will be at 0 when the session

has been cancelled.) Before exiting, one nal data sample is taken and then the sample le is closed.

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Data Management

USB Data Retrieval

The MEMORY port is compatible with a USB ash drive compliant with USB 2.0 and formatted to the

standard FAT32 le system. The USB ash drive allows for transferring recorded internal data to a computer. This data is saved as a CSV le type, which can be viewed with Microsoft® Excel® or Open Ofce type programs.

1. First plug in the USB ash drive into the data port on the right side of the device labeled MEMORY. (Conrm that the DataTron is not in the middle of a recording session before plugging the USB ash

drive into the port.)

2. Press the MEMORY button and the LED will illuminate immediately afterwards. While the LED

is illuminated, do not remove the USB ash drive. While the LED is on, the DataTron will transfer all the recorded session les to a folder named "DataTron" on the USB ash drive.

NOTE: A rapidly ashing red LED light indicates that an action is being attempted by the user while

the DataTron is currently performing another action. The current action must either be completed

or disabled before a new action can be initiated. (For example, if the user is attempting to transfer data to a USB ash drive while the unit is recording, both actions cannot be done simultaneously.)

3. Wait for the LED light to go out before removing the USB ash drive.

File Name Details:

A typical le name will appear as similar to the following:

FTC200_2014-11-26_10-54-01.csv

The above can be broken down as follows:

Model Number—FTC200

Year Recorded —2014

Month —11

Day —26

Hour —10

Minutes —54

Seconds —01

FTC-100 PORTABLE SAMPLING FLOW & PRESSURE METER REPORT

File Name FTC200_2014-11-26_10-54-01.csv

Software Version 0.31

Serial Number 1023

Test Date 2014/11/26

Test Time 10:54:02

No of Samples 1

Sample Rate (Minutes) 1

Unit of Measure KPA/LPM

Chan 1 Pipe Size 0.0 mm

Chan 2 Pipe Size 0.0 mm

Chan 3 Pipe Size 114.3mm

Chan 4 Pipe Size 0.0 mm

Sample

No.

1 11/26/2014 10:54:01 ---* ---* ---* ---* 1510 613 ---* ---* 1510

*Inactive Channel—when three dashes are shown, no data was recorded for that channel

Date Time Flow_1 Pres_1 Flow_2 Pres_2 Flow_3 Pres_3 Flow_4 Pres_4 Flow_Sum

Figure 2. Sample File Format

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Computer Interface:

1. There is a computer connector port on the right side of the DataTron named "TO COMPUTER" .

This port allows for a direct data transfer to your computer (instead of with the USB ash drive). The

USB cable is provided as part no. XE-XXUSBEXT-C10A.

2. TO CONNECT: Connect the USB cable to the connector ports on the DataTron and to your computer. Then press the button to the left of the computer port to connect the DataTron to your computer. The DataTron will now appear as an external drive on your computer. The LED light will remain solidly on once the connection is established.

3. TO DISCONNECT:

A) First close any open les.

B) Then safely remove the external drive through your computer software. (For example, Windows

users will see the safely remove hardware icon.)

C) Press the "TO COMPUTER" button and the LED light will shut off. The USB cable may

now be disconnected from both the DataTron and from your computer's USB port.

NOTE: The le format for use with a computer is the same as described with USB Data Retrieval on

the previous page.

NOTE: A rapidly ashing red LED light indicates that an action is being attempted by the user while

the DataTron is currently performing another action. The current action must either be completed

or disabled before a new action can be initiated. (For example, if the user is attempting to transfer data via the USB cable while the unit is recording, both actions cannot be done simultaneously.)

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PROGRAMMING

Programming functions are not allowed when the control module is in the recording mode.

All program functions are password protected.

The P-code program functions are available to view and change after the password code has been entered (see

below). Scroll through the P-codes. The value blinks and the UP and DOWN arrow buttons are used to

change that value or initiate an action. (If the value on the display does not blink, the value is read-only.) Use the

SELECT button to choose specic P-codes to change. The MENU button is used to save the changes; press and hold this button to save (until 5 dashes appear – – – – – in the FLOW display).

Note: To exit programming modes, press the MENU button and return to normal operation.

Note: When entering codes in the program access mode there is a time out feature that requires an

operator input be made every three seconds. If an input is not detected at a button within three

seconds, the program will return to normal operation.

Note: A rapidly ashing red LED light indicates that an action is being attempted by the user while

the DataTron is currently performing another action. The current action must either be completed

Enter Password for Program Access

1. Press and hold the MENU button for 3 seconds. The PRESSURE display shows four dashes – – – – . Then release the MENU button.

2. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the value. Each time a button is pressed the

rst digit changes by 1. Press the SELECT button to move to the next digit. Set the rst digit to the

desired number.

3. Repeat step 2 and enter the password code.

Result: When a correct password code is entered the PRESSURE display ashes the program (P) code

and the message display shows the name of the program or a description of the program code.

4. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to scroll through the P-codes.

Operator Password 1221

Provides access to system programming P-codes.

1221 - Operator Programs

Refer to Operator P-100 Codes.

NOTE: Please see Program Code Descriptions for more detailed information on P-codes that refer to

specic user passwords according to the user level being accessed. This information is noted after

the P-codes table on pages 17-21.

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OEM/Dealer Password Restricted (Contact FRC)

Provides access to system programming P200 and P300 codes.

Password Restricted - OEM/Dealer Programs

For more information, refer to the OEM/Dealer P200 and P300 Codes listed in the separate OEM

programming manual.

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Operator P-100 Codes

• Refer to Program Code Descriptions for detailed information.

• When a valid code has been entered and a programed value or option is shown in the display, the timeout

feature is disabled.

Table 1. Program Functions P-Codes Quick Reference

CODE DESCRIPTION

Password Code: 1221 Enables Access to P100

P101

P102

P103

P104

P105

P106

P107

P108

P109

P111

Displays System Model Number

Displays Software Revision

Displays Manufacturing Date

Displays Serial Number

Displays Hardware Revision

Displays Mac Address UID #

Displays/Edits Real-Time Date Value

Displays/Edits Real-Time Time Value

Firmware Update

Flow Calibration

MESSAGE DISPLAY

(See examples below.)

FTCXXX

r1.00

2014-12-08

985471

001

00-00-00-EF-10-23

2015-01-10

15:30

UPdAtE COdE

FLO CAL

Press SELECT button to select; change value with

or buttons

(Read Only) n/a

(Read/Write) 18

(Procedure) 19

(Procedure) 20-21

Refer to details on pages

P112

Pressure Calibration

PRES CAL

(Procedure) 22

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Set Date and Time (codes P107 and P108)

Set Date (Code P107*)

Enter password code 1221. (Refer to Enter Password for Program Access.)

1. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons and scroll to code P107 in the PRESSURE display.

2. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The FLOW display shows the date with the year ashing.

3. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the year.

4. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The month ashes.

5. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the month.

6. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The day ashes.

7. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the day.

8. Press and hold the MENU button for ve (5) seconds to save.

Result: The message display shows DONE.

*Note: When changing the date, please note that the year is represented with a "Y" on the left side of the FLOW display (e.g.,

Y-2014), month is symbolized with a lowercase "n", and "d" for the day. When adjusting the time, note the device runs on a 24 hour clock, and that minutes are represented by a lowercase "n". After the desired date, has been set, press MENU to hold

and save the entry.

Set Time (Code P108)

Enter password code 1221. (Refer to Enter Password for Program Access.)

1. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons and scroll to code P108.

2. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The FLOW display shows the time with the hours ashing.

3. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change hours.

4. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The message display shows time with the minutes ashing.

5. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the minutes.

6. Press the SELECT button.

Result: The message display shows time with the AM/PM ashing.

7. Press the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the AM/PM.

8. Press and hold the MENU button for ve (5) seconds to save.

Result: The message display shows DONE.

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Firmware Update (code P109)

Please read the following for instructions to conrm the software is updated to the current revision.

Firmware Update Steps

1. First make sure to have a USB ash drive compliant with USB 2.0 and formatted to the standard FAT32 le system available.

2. Copy the FTC200.hex le that you received from FRC onto your USB ash drive.

3. Enter the programming mode and scroll through the P-codes and select P109.

4. Insert your USB ash drive into the MEMORY port on the DataTron.

5. The COUNTS display will read as "no".

6. Use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to change the setting to "y" (YES).

7. Press and hold the MENU button for approximately 3 seconds, and then let go. The LED light above the MEMORY button will illuminate, and 5 dashes will appear on the FLOW display.

8. While the DataTron is updating, the dashes will scroll across the FLOW display.

9. The DataTron will power off and then restart automatically. Once the unit powers on again, the rmware

will be updated to the new revision. The current revision number will show on the PRESSURE display.

10. Power down and remove the USB ash drive.

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Flow Calibration (code P111)

It is recommended that the owmeter/pressure indicator is checked after installation for accuracy and calibrated

when necessary

Review the Programming Section procedures for using the Program Access Mode.

NOTES:

1. Flow calibration must be done according to the designated preset. (Refer to P301 in the OEM Programming

Codes Manual.) For example, if P301 is set for PSI, the ow will be calibrated in GPM. Or, if P301 is set for kilopascal (PCAL) or BAR, then ow will be calibrated in LPM instead.

2. It is recommended that the calibration of the meter be checked once annually or if the operator feels that the reading might be erroneous.

3. To calibrate the owmeter, use a precalibrated water ow test kit (connected to the discharge

according to the instructions provided with the test kit) or a Pitot gauge as a reference.

4. If any error codes appear, refer to the error codes chart.

5. There must be at least a 5% difference between each calibration point. If a selected calibration point

is too close to the previous point, an E203 or E204 error code shows on the display.

6. The calibration data is stored inside of the paddlewheel sensor of the ow tube. This allows the ow tube to be used in any ow/pressure channel of the currently used device or another DataTron.

Single Point Calibration

1. First be certain to connect the ow tube into the desired ow and pressure channel.

2. Flow water through the discharge at the ow rate selected for the calibration point. Ensure a constant pressure is maintained to obtain a steady ow rate.

3. Enter the programming mode and scroll through the P-codes and select P111.

4. Press the SELECT button, and the display reads "SELECT CHAN"; the LEDs will start blinking the

displays for all four ow channels.

5. Press the button next to the desired ow channel to be calibrated. (Only one channel at a time can be calibrated for ow. The LED next to the selected channel will illuminate, and the last known ow value

will appear on the FLOW display.

6. Using your calibration standard, enter the new or corrected ow value. (See note #1 above.)

7. Edit the value and once the calibration point has been entered in the FLOW display, press and hold the

MENU button until 5 dashes appear. Once the 5 dashes appear, the calibration point has been saved.

8. To exit, press the MENU button. The calibration point will be saved and appear in the FLOW display.

NOTE: See the beginning of the Programming section (on page 15) for detailed instructions to edit the

ow values on the DataTron with the UP and DOWN arrow buttons.

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Multiple Point Calibration

1. First be certain to connect the ow tube into the desired ow and pressure channel.

2. Flow water through the discharge at the ow rate selected for the calibration point. Ensure a constant pressure is maintained to obtain a steady ow rate.

3. Enter the programming mode and scroll through the P-codes and select P111.

4. Press the SELECT button, and the display reads "SELECt CHAn"; the LEDs will start blinking the

displays for all four ow channels.

will appear on the FLOW display.

6. Using your calibration standard, enter the new or corrected ow value. (See note #1 on page 19.)

7. Edit the value and once the calibration point has been entered in the ow display, press and immediately release the MENU button. The COUNTS display will advance to the next point number (e.g. P2, P3 or P4).

8. To continue entering the next calibration point, adjust the ow rate to the desired number and then enter

into the FLOW display.

9. If you wish to enter another calibration point, adjust your ow rate, press the MENU button quickly and

release it to repeat the process described in number 7 (above).

10. Or to exit, then press and hold the MENU button to save the entered calibration points. (Five dashes will appear, and the process is completed.) The calibration point will be saved and appear in the FLOW display.

NOTE: A maximum of four calibration points may be entered.

NOTE: See the beginning of the Programming section (on page 15) for detailed instructions to edit the

ow values on the DataTron with the UP and DOWN arrow buttons.

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Pressure Calibration (code P112)

NOTES:

1. Pressure calibration is done according to how the Unit of Measure was set in P301—either PSI,

BAR or kPa. (Refer to P301 in the OEM Programming Codes Manual.)

2. It is recommended that the calibration of the meter be checked once annually or if the operator feels that the reading might be erroneous.

3. To calibrate the pressure indicator, use a precalibrated pressure indicator or gauge as a reference.

4. If any error codes appear, refer to the error codes chart.

5. There must be at least a 5% difference between each calibration point. If a selected calibration point

is too close to the previous point, an E203 or E204 error code shows on the display.

7. There are always two calibration points for Pressure Calibration (one lower and one upper value).

Pressure Calibration Steps

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1. First be certain to connect the ow tube into the desired ow and pressure channel.

2. Enter the programming mode and scroll through the P-codes and select P112.

3. Press the SELECT button, and the display reads "PrES CAL"; the LEDs will start blinking the displays

for all four ow channels.

4. Press the button next to the desired ow channel to be calibrated. (Only one channel at a time can be calibrated for pressure.) The LED next to the selected channel will illuminate, and the last known pressure

value will appear on the PRESSURE display. The COUNTS display will read as P1.

5. Choose one lower point value (usually zero) and one higher point value. This rst value will show as 0 in the FLOW display.

6. Press and release the MENU button. The COUNTS display will read as P2.

7. Increase the pressure and enter the higher value into the FLOW display in kPa.

8. Press and hold the MENU button to save both calibration points. The process is complete.

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Error Codes and Fault Warnings Troubleshooting Table

The table is provided to assist in tracking down system problems, it is not meant to take the

place of good troubleshooting practices.

Table 2. Error Codes and Fault Warnings Troubleshooting

Code Description Probable Cause

E101

E102

E103

E104

Failed to read unique identier from calibrated pipe Check electrical connections between ow tube and channel input.

Failed to read data from calibrated pipe Check electrical connections between ow tube and channel input.

Failed to verify data written to a calibrated pipe Check electrical connections between ow tube and channel input.

Calibration data read from a pipe is not veriable Check electrical connections between ow tube and channel input.

E201

E202

E203

E204

E205

E301

E311

E312

E313

E314

E321

E322

E323

E324

E331

E332

E341

E342

E401

E402

E403

E404

User entered a (0) zero calibration value User entry error (conrm with detailed information for either codes

P111 or P112).

The paddlewheel or the pressure sensor data is reading a zero value

The entered calibration point is to close to the previous point. See detailed information for multiple point ow calibration.

The paddlewheel or the pressure sensor data is reading a value too close to another calibration point

The minimum number of calibration points has not been reached.

Power Supply Failure, Main 5 Volt Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Pressure Channel 1 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Pressure Channel 2 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Pressure Channel 3 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Pressure Channel 4 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Flow Channel 1 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Flow Channel 2 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Flow Channel 3 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Flow Channel 4 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, User USB Memory Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, Internal USB Memory Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, J1939 Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Power Supply Failure, FRC CAN Check connections between ow tube and channel input for a possible short.

Internal Error Contact FRC and advise the code number.

No water ow or pressure detected - check the electrical connections

between the Flow Sensor and the Flow Tester Cable.

See detailed information for multiple point ow calibration.

Pressure requires a least 2 points. The user pressed and held MENU

before the second point was entered.

Steps to Obtain an Error Log:

1. Insert a USB ash drive (compliant with USB 2.0 and formatted to the standard FAT32 le system) into

the data port on the right side of the DataTron labeled MEMORY.

2. Press both the UP and DOWN arrow buttons at the same time until the LED light comes on above the MEMORY button.

3. When the LED light goes out, remove the USB ash drive.

4. Insert the USB ash drive into the your computer's USB port. The Error Log will appear with the le name "error.txt". This le can be read with any standard text editor such as Windows® Note Pad.

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PART NO. DESCRIPTION

XE-FTC200-D0A DM Flow & Pressure 4-Channel Recorder

XE-FTIPFPM-C20A Cable, Flow Tester IPF-PM 20-ft

XE-XXPSAA30R-150 Battery Charger/Power Supply

XE-FTC12V-A1A Charger Cable, DC, Alligator Clips

XE-PRO31PT3-S0B Pressure Sensor

XE-MF40P-S0A Flow Sensor (Paddlewheel)

XE-XXUSBEXT-C10A Cable, Ext. USB Mini-B 10-ft (laptop to FTC200)

XE-XXBC-ZA5074-B Charger Cable, DC, Accessory Plug 12V BA

XE-XX552-RPA-R Adapter, AC 12V 2.5A 30W Wall Adapter

XE-XXPLUGDEU2P-A0A

XE-XX6PDP-A0A Seal Plug, 6-Pin (for Flow Tube channels)

Seal Plug, 2-Pin (for POWER port)

NOTE: Per your testing requirements, 1-4 ow tubes can be ordered with the

corresponding number of ow/pressure sensors and harnesses. The size of each ow tube can be specic to your requirements.

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PARTS LIST

Flow Sensor (Paddlewheel)

Part No. XE-MF40P-S0A

Cable, Ext. USB Mini-B 10-ft

Part No. XE-XXUSBEXT-C10A

Cable, Flow Tester IPF-PM 20-ft

Part No. XE-FTIPFPM-C20A

Accessory Plug

Part No. XE-XXBC-ZA5074-B

Pressure Sensor

Part No. XE-PRO31PT3-S0B

Charger Cable, DC, Alligator Clips

Part No. XE-FTC12V-A1A

Table 3. Parts List

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Specications

Display Module (mounted inside Pelican Case 1400)

Supply Voltage: 10 - 30 VDC

Supply Power: 15 Watts

Case Exterior Dimensions: 13.37 x 11.62 x 6 inches (L x W x D)

34 x 29.5 x 15.24 cm (L x W x D)

Operating Temperature (non-condensing): -30°C to 55°C (-22°F to 131°F)

Storage Temperature (non-condensing): -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)

NOTE: Do not store the DataTron in either extreme hot or cold temperature environments.

IP Rating: 67—with seal plugs in place and case closed

Typical Battery Run Time: 8 hours (from full charge)

Typical Battery Charge Time: 4-5 hours

Flow Tubes

Material: Aluminum

Sizes Available: 1.5" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (13 - 320 GPM)

2.0" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (21 - 520 GPM)

2.5" Tube w/2.5" Couplings (30 - 850 GPM)

3.0" Tube w/NPT Threads (40- 1380 GPM)

4.0" Tube w/NPT Threads (80 - 2300 GPM)

Note: GPM rating is at 0 PSI back pressure (no obstruction at end of tube).

Flow Sensor

Model Number: XE-MF40P-S0A

Type: Paddlewheel

Sensor Material: Acetal (Delrin) with Stainless Steel (316) Shaft

Excitation Voltage: 5 VDC

Calibration: 4 kb Internal Memory Storage

Pressure Sensor

Model Number: XE-PRO31PT3-S0B

Pressure Range: 0 - 300 PSI

Proof Pressure: 800 PSI

Type: Stainless Steel

Excitation Voltage: 5 VDC

Output Voltage: 0-5 VDC- 4.75 VDC (See Table 4.)

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Flow Sensor

(Top View)

Supply

Voltage

Ground

Signal

Output

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Sensor Cable from

8-Pin Connector

Sensor Cable

3-Pin Connector Pin/Wire Description A/Black Ground B/Red Supply Voltage C/White Signal

Figure 3. Flow Sensor Wiring

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Pressure Sensor

Model Number: XE-FTC200-D0A

Pressure Range: 0 - 300 PSI

Proof Pressure: 800 PSI

Type: Stainless Steel

Excitation Voltage: 5 VDC

Output Voltage: 0-5 VDC- 4.75 VDC (See Table 1)

Table 4. Pressure Sensor Output Voltage

0 psi 100 psi 150 psi 200 psi 250 psi 300 psi 600 psi

FTC200 XE-FTC200-D0A 0.5 vdc 1.917 vdc 2.625 vdc 3.33 vdc 4.04 vdc 4.75 vdc N/A

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Pressure Sensor

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Pressure Sensor

Cable

Pressure Sensor

Top View

Signal

Output

Ground

Pressure Sensor Cable

3-Pin Connector Pin/Wire Description A/Black Ground B/Red Supply Voltage

C/White Signal

Supply

Voltage

Pressure Sensor

Side View

Figure 4. Pressure Sensor Wiring

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FLOW SENSOR MAINTENANCE

It is recommended that the ow sensor be cleaned during the yearly calibration check.

Depending on the environment that the ow tube is used in, it is possible that mud, grass, algae, or other

materials may collect on the paddlewheel of the ow sensor and require it to be cleaned from time to time.

Remove the ow sensor and clean the it with a mild soap and clean water. Make sure the paddlewheel spins

freely.

Remove Flow Sensor

1. Remove retaining nut.

2. Slide ow sensor out of sensor housing.

Install Flow Sensor

1. Insert ow sensor into sensor housing. Align at spot on sensor rim with alignment tab and make sure

O-ring is in groove.

Note: The retainer cap only needs to be hand tightened. There is an inside lip that will stop the cap from

turning when it makes contact with the alignment tab. This provides the correct pressure to make the

seal at the O-ring. Make sure the ow sensor does not disengage from the alignment tab and rotate.

2. Install retainer cap and hand tighten.

Alignment Tab

Retainer

Cap

Paddle Wheel

Flow Sensor

O-Ring

Sensor

Housing

Typical

Flow Tube

Figure 5. Flow Sensor Maintenance

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