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KOBOLD Model MPV

Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer

Operating Instructions

KOBOLD Instruments, Inc.

1801 Parkway View Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15205 P +1.412.788.2830

www.koboldusa.com

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Disclaimer

The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. KOBOLD Instruments makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof; and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

CAUTION: Read complete

instructions prior to installation

and operation of the meter.

WARNING:

This product is not recommended for life support applications or applications where malfunctioning could result in personal injury or property loss. Anyone using this product for such applications does so at his/her own risk. KOBOLD Instruments Inc. shall not be held liable for damages resulting from such improper use.

WARNING: Risk of

electric shock or

personal injury.

Limited Warranty

KOBOLD Instruments Inc. warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. KOBOLD Instruments’ liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.

Registered Trademarks

Modbus® is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

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KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION ------------------------------------------------------------ 6 ORDERING INFORMATION --------------------------------------------- 7 SPECIFICATIONS ---------------------------------------------------------- 8

General ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Rate Input --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Rate/Totalizer -------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Relays ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11 Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output ------------------------------------ 12 Modbus® RTU Serial Communications ---------------------------------- 13 MPV-Option-S Digital Input & Output Expansion Module --------- 13

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ---------------------------------------- 14

Safety ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 Electromagnetic Compatibility --------------------------------------------- 14

SAFETY INFORMATION ------------------------------------------------ 15 INSTALLATION ------------------------------------------------------------ 16

Unpacking ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Panel Mounting Instructions ------------------------------------------------ 16

Mounting Dimensions ------------------------------------------------------- 17

Configuration for 12 or 24 VDC Power Option ------------------------ 18 Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-) ----------------------- 19 Connections ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

Connectors Labeling --------------------------------------------------------- 20 Power Connections ---------------------------------------------------------- 20 Signal Connections ---------------------------------------------------------- 21 Modbus RTU Serial Communications ----------------------------------- 23 Relay Connections ----------------------------------------------------------- 23 Switching Inductive Loads -------------------------------------------------- 24 F4 Digital Input Connections ----------------------------------------------- 25 4-20 mA Output Connections ---------------------------------------------- 25 Analog Output Transmitter Power Supply ------------------------------ 25 External Relay & Digital I/O Connections ------------------------------ 26 Interlock Relay Feature ----------------------------------------------------- 27

SETUP AND PROGRAMMING ---------------------------------------- 28

Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators --------------------- 29 Display Functions and Messages ----------------------------------------- 30 Main Menu ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 34 Setting Numeric Values ------------------------------------------------------ 35 Setting Up the Rate/Totalizer Meter (setup) --------------------------- 36

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Setting the Input Signal (Input) ------------------------------------------ 37 Setting the Totalizer Features (total) ---------------------------------- 37 Setting the Input Units or Custom Tags (units) ---------------------- 38 Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) -------------------------------------- 39 Programming the Rate/Totalizer (prog) -------------------------------- 39

K-Factor Calibration (Factor) ----------------------------------------- 40 Multi-Point Calibration & Scaling -------------------------------------- 40 MeterView® Pro Software ----------------------------------------------- 40 Scaling the Meter (SCALE) ---------------------------------------------- 41 Gate Function (Gate) ---------------------------------------------------- 42 Contact De-Bounce Filter (FiLter) ---------------------------------- 43 Time Base, Total Conversion Factor & Total Reset -------------- 44

Calibrating the Meter with External Source (Cal) ----------------- 45 Setting the Display Parameter & Intensity (dsplay) ----------------- 46 Display Setup Menu --------------------------------------------------------- 47

Setting the Relay Operation (relay) ------------------------------------- 48

Relay Assignment (Assign) ----------------------------------------------- 49 Setting the Relay Action ---------------------------------------------------- 50 Programming Set and Reset Points ------------------------------------- 51 Setting Fail-Safe Operation ------------------------------------------------ 51 Programming Time Delay -------------------------------------------------- 51

Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams ----------------------------------- 52

High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset) ------------------------------------- 52 Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset) -------------------------------------- 53 High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) ------------------ 54 Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset) ------------------- 55 Alternation Control Operation --------------------------------------------- 56 Rate Relay Sampling Operation ------------------------------------------ 57 Total Relay Sampling Operation ------------------------------------------ 57 Time Delay Operation ------------------------------------------------------- 58

Relay Operation Details ------------------------------------------------------ 59

Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 59 Relays Auto Initialization ---------------------------------------------------- 59 Fail-Safe Operation ---------------------------------------------------------- 59 Front Panel LEDs ------------------------------------------------------------- 60 Latching and Non-Latching Relay Operation -------------------------- 60 Non-Latching Relay (Auto) ------------------------------------------------- 61 Non-Latching Relay (A-nman) --------------------------------------------- 61 Latching Relay (LatcH) ----------------------------------------------------- 61 Latching Relay (Lt-Clr) ---------------------------------------------------- 62 Acknowledging Relays ------------------------------------------------------ 62 Setting Up the Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature ------------------ 63

Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout) ---------------------------- 64

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Reset Menu (reset) ------------------------------------------------------------ 65 Control Menu (Contrl) -------------------------------------------------------- 65 Setting Up the Password (pass) ------------------------------------------- 65

Protecting or Locking the Meter ------------------------------------------- 66 Total Reset Password & Non-Resettable Total ----------------------- 66 Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter -------------------- 67 Disabling Password Protection -------------------------------------------- 67

Advanced Features Menu ---------------------------------------------------- 68

Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages ---------------------- 68 Rounding Feature (round) ------------------------------------------------- 71 Modbus RTU Serial Communications (serial) ---------------------- 71 Select Menu (SElEct) ------------------------------------------------------- 72 Signal Input Conditioning (Functn) -------------------------------------- 72 Multi-Point Linearization (Linear) ---------------------------------------- 73 Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF) -------------------------------------------------- 73 Analog Output Programming (AoutPr) ---------------------------------- 74 Programmable Function Keys User Menu (user) -------------------- 75

METER OPERATION ----------------------------------------------------- 76

Front Panel Buttons Operation -------------------------------------------- 76 Function Keys Operation ---------------------------------------------------- 76 F4 Operation --------------------------------------------------------------------- 77 Maximum/Minimum Readings ---------------------------------------------- 77

TROUBLESHOOTING ---------------------------------------------------- 78

Diagnostics Menu (diag) ----------------------------------------------------- 78

Determining Software Version -------------------------------------------- 78

Reset Meter to Factory Defaults ------------------------------------------- 79

Factory Defaults & User Settings ----------------------------------------- 80

Troubleshooting Tips --------------------------------------------------------- 83

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Table of Figures

Figure 1: 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout and Mounting ................................... 16

Figure 2: Meter Dimensions - Side View ............................................ 17

Figure 3: Meter Dimensions - Top View ............................................. 17

Figure 4: Jumper Configuration for 12/24 VDC Power ..................... 18

Figure 5: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection ............................... 19

Figure 6: Connector Labeling for Fully Loaded MPV Pulse Input ... 20

Figure 7: Power Connections ............................................................. 20

Figure 8: Flowmeter Powered by Internal Power Supply ................. 21

Figure 9: Flowmeter Powered by External Supply ........................... 21

Figure 10: Self-Powered Magnetic Pickup Coil Flowmeter .............. 21

Figure 11: Relay Connections ............................................................ 23

Figure 12: AC and DC Loads Protection ........................................... 24

Figure 13: Low Voltage DC Loads Protection ................................... 24

Figure 14. F4 Digital Input Connections ............................................ 25

Figure 15: 4-20 mA Output Connections ........................................... 25

Figure 16: Expansion Modules & DIN Rail Mounting Kit .................. 26

Figure 17: External Relays Module Connections ............................. 26

Figure 18: Digital I/O Module Connections ....................................... 27

Figure 19: Interlock Connections ....................................................... 27

Figure 20: Acknowledge Relays w/Function Key or Digital Input ... 62

INTRODUCTION

The KOBOLD Model MPV pulse input rate/totalizer is a multipurpose, easy-to-use rate meter and totalizer ideal for flow rate, total, and control applications. It accepts pulse (40 mVp-p to 8 Vp-p), square wave (0-5 V, 0-12 V, or 0-24 V), open collector, NPN, PNP, TTL or switch contact signals. Three of the front panel buttons can be custom-programmed for specific operation.

The basic model includes an isolated 24 VDC transmitter power supply that can be used to power the input transmitter or other devices. An additional isolated 24 VDC power supply is included with the 4-20 mA output option.

A fully loaded MPV pulse input rate/totalizer has the following: four SPDT relays, 4-20 mA output, and two 24 VDC power supplies. The MPV’s capabilities may be enhanced by adding the following external expansion modules: four SPST relays (creating an eight-relay rate/totalizer), two digital I/O modules with four inputs and four outputs each, and RS-232, RS-485, and USB communication adapters.

The eight relays can be used for alarm indication or process control applications. The 4-20 mA isolated output, Modbus RTU serial communications, and digital I/O options make the KOBOLD Model MPV an excellent addition to any system.

A digital input is standard.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

ORDERING INFORMATION

Standard Models

85-265 VAC Model

MPV-1510 MPV-1310 No options MPV-1512 MPV-1312 2 relays MPV-1513 MPV-1313 4-20 mA output MPV-1514 MPV-1314 4 relays MPV-1515 MPV-1315 2 relays & 4-20 mA output MPV-1517 MPV-1317 4 relays & 4-20 mA output

Options

Model Description

MPV-Option-B RS-485 serial adapter MPV-Option-E Custom Set-up MPV-Option-F USB serial adapter

MPV-Option-R 4 SPST (Form A) relays MPV-Option-S 4 digital inputs & 4 digital outputs (2 may be connected) MPV-Option-X NEMA 4X Enclosure

12/24 VDC Model

Options Installed

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

SPECIFICATIONS

Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C.

General

DISPLAY Upper display: 0.6" (15 mm) high, red LEDs

DISPLAY INTENSITY

DISPLAY UPDATE RATE

OVERRANGE

DISPLAY ASSIGNMENT

PROGRAMMING METHODS

RECALIBRATION All ranges are calibrated at the factory to read frequency in

MAX/MIN DISPLAY

PASSWORD

NON-VOLATILE MEMORY

POWER OPTIONS

FUSE Required external fuse: UL Recognized, 5 A max, slow

ISOLATED TRANSMITTER POWER SUPPLY

ISOLATION 4 kV input/output-to-power line

Lower display: 0.46" (12 mm) high, red LEDs 6 digits: each (-99999 to 999999), with lead zero blanking.

Eight user selectable intensity levels

Rate: 10 per second; up to 1 per 100 seconds (and is a function of Low Gate setting)

Total: 10 per second (fixed)

Display flashes

The Upper and Lower displays may be assigned to rate, total, grand total, alternate rate & total, max/min, units (lower display only), set points, Modbus input, & more.

Four front panel buttons, digital inputs, PC and MeterView Pro software, Modbus registers, or cloning using Copy function.

Hz. No recalibration required.

Max/min readings reached by the process are stored until reset by the user or until power to the meter is cycled.

Three programmable passwords restrict modification of programmed settings and two prevent resetting the totals.

Pass 1: Allows use of function keys and digital inputs Pass 2: Allows use of function keys, digital inputs and editing set/reset points Pass 3: Restricts all programming, function keys, and digital inputs. Total: Prevents resetting the total manually Gtotal: Prevents resetting the grand total manually

All programmed settings are stored in non-volatile memory for a minimum of ten years if power is lost.

85-265 VAC 50/60 Hz, 90-265 VDC, 20 W max or jumper selectable 12/24 VDC ± 10%, 15 W max

blow; up to 6 meters may share one 5 A fuse

Terminals P+ & P-: 24 VDC ± 10%. 12/24 VDC powered models selectable for 24, 10, or 5 VDC supply (internal jumper J4). 85-265 VAC models rated @ 200 mA max, 12/24 VDC powered models rated @ 100 mA max, @ 50 mA max for 5 or 10 VDC supply.

500 V input-to-output or output-to-P+ supply

999999

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY

ENVIRONMENTAL Operating temperature range: -40 to 65°C

CONNECTIONS Removable screw terminal blocks accept 12 to 22 AWG

ENCLOSURE 1/8 DIN, high impact plastic, UL 94V-0, color: black

MOUNTING 1/8 DIN panel cutout required:

TIGHTENING TORQUE

OVERALL DIMENSIONS

WEIGHT 9.5 oz (269 g)

WARRANTY 3 years parts & labor

Installation Overvoltage Category II: Local level with smaller transient overvoltages than Installation Overvoltage Category III.

Storage temperature range: -40 to 85°C Relative humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing

wire, RJ45 for external relays, digital I/O, and serial communication adapters.

3.622" x 1.772" (92 mm x 45 mm) Two panel mounting bracket assemblies are provided.

Screw terminal connectors: 5 lb-in (0.56 Nm)

4.68" x 2.45" x 5.64" (119 mm x 62 mm x 143 mm) (W x H x D)

Rate Input

INPUTS Field selectable: Pulse or square wave 0-5 V, 0-12 V, or

LOW VOLTAGE MAG PICKUP (Isolated) MINIMUM INPUT FREQUENCY MAXIMUM INPUT FREQUENCY INPUT IMPEDANCE

ACCURACY ±0.03% of calibrated span ±1 count TEMPERATURE DRIFT MULTI-POINT LINEARIZATION LOW-FLOW CUTOFF DECIMAL POINT Up to five decimal places or none:

0-24 V @ 30 kHz; TTL; open collector 4.7 kΩ pull-up to 5 V @ 30 kHz; NPN or PNP transistor, switch contact 4.7 kΩ pull-up to 5 V @ 40 Hz; Modbus PV (Slave) Sensitivity: 40 mVp-p to 8Vp-p

0.001 Hz Minimum frequency is dependent on high gate setting. 30,000 Hz (10,000 for low voltage mag pickup)

Pulse input: Greater than 300 kΩ @ 1 kHz. Open collector/switch input: 4.7 kΩ pull-up to 5 V.

Rate display is not affected by changes in temperature.

2 to 32 points

0-999999 (0 disables cutoff function)

d.ddddd, d.dddd, d.ddd, d.dd, d.d, or dddddd

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

CALIBRATION May be calibrated using K-factor, internal calibration, or by

K-FACTOR Field programmable K-factor converts input pulses to rate in

CALIBRATION RANGE

FILTER Programmable contact de-bounce filter: 40 to 999 Hz

TIME BASE Second, minute, hour, or day GATE Low gate: 0.1-99.9 seconds

F4 DIGITAL INPUT CONTACTS F4 DIGITAL INPUT LOGIC LEVELS

applying an external calibration signal.

engineering units. May be programmed from 0.00001 to 999,999 pulses/unit. Input 1 signal may be set anywhere in the range of the meter; input 2 signal may be set anywhere above or below input 1 setting. Minimum input span between any two inputs is 10 Hz. An error message will appear if the input 1 and input 2 signals are too close together.

maximum input frequency allowed with low speed filter.

High gate: 2.0-999.9 seconds

3.3 VDC on contact. Connect normally open contacts across F4 to COM. Logic High: 3 to 5 VDC Logic Low: 0 to 1.25 VDC

Rate/Totalizer

DISPLAY ASSIGNMENT

RATE DISPLAY INDICATION TOTAL DISPLAY & TOTAL OVERFLOW

ALTERNATING DISPLAY TOTAL DECIMAL POINT

TOTALIZER Calculates total based on rate and field programmable

TOTALIZER ROLLOVER

The Upper and Lower displays may be assigned to rate, total, grand total, alternate rate/total, alternate rate/grand total, set points, alternate rate/units, alternate total/units, alternate grand total/units, display Hi, display Lo, display Hi/Lo, display Modbus, display units (lower display) and display Off (lower display).

-99999 to 999999, lead zero blanking. “R” LED illuminates while displaying rate or frequency. 0 to 999,999; automatic lead zero blanking. “T” LED is illuminated while displaying total or grand total. Up to 999,999,999 with total-overflow feature. “ displayed to the left of total overflow and ▲ LED is illuminated. Either display may be programmed to alternate between rate and total or rate and grand total every 10 seconds. Up to five decimal places or none:

oF” is

d.ddddd, d.dddd, d.ddd, d.dd, d.d, or dddddd

Total decimal point is independent of rate decimal point.

multiplier to display total in engineering units. Time base must be selected according to the time units in which the rate is displayed. Totalizer rolls over when display exceeds 999,999,999. Relay status reflects display.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

TOTAL OVERFLOW OVERRIDE TOTALIZER PRESETS

PROGRAMMABLE DELAY ON RELEASE

TOTAL RESET Via front panel button, external contact closure on digital

TOTAL RESET PASSWORD NONRESETTABLE TOTAL

Program total reset for automatic with 0.1 second delay and set point 1 for 999,999

Up to eight, user selectable under setup menu. Any set point can be assigned to total and may be programmed anywhere in the range of the meter for total alarm indication.

0.1 and 999.9 seconds; applied to the first relay assigned to total or grand total. If the meter is programmed to reset total to zero automatically when the preset is reached, then a delay will occur before the total is reset.

inputs, automatically via user selectable preset value and time delay, or through serial communications. Total and grand total passwords may be entered to prevent resetting the total or grand total from the front panel. The grand total can be programmed as a non-resettable total by entering the password “050873”.

Once the Grand Total has been programmed as “non-resettable” the feature cannot be

Caution!

disabled.

Relays

RATING 2 or 4 SPDT (Form C) internal and/or 4 SPST (Form A)

NOISE SUPPRESSION

RELAY ASSIGNMENT

DEADBAND 0-100% of span, user programmable

HIGH OR LOW ALARM

RELAY OPERATION

external; rated 3 A @ 30 VDC and 125/250 VAC resistive load; 1/14 HP (≈ 50 W) @ 125/250 VAC for inductive loads

Noise suppression is recommended for each relay contact switching inductive loads; see page 24 for details.

Relays may be assigned to rate, total, or grand total.

User may program any alarm for high or low trip point. Unused alarm LEDs and relays may be disabled (turn off).

Automatic (non-latching) Latching (requires manual acknowledge) Sampling (based on time) Alternation control (2 to 8 relays) Off (disable unused relays and enable Interlock feature) Manual on/off control mode

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

RELAY RESET

TIME DELAY 0 to 999.9 seconds, on & off relay time delays

FAIL-SAFE OPERATION

AUTO INITIALIZATION

User selectable via front panel buttons, digital inputs, or PC

1. Automatic reset only (non-latching), when the input passes the reset point or total is reset to zero.

2. Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching)

3. Manual reset only, at any time (latching)

4. Manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared (Latching with clear)

Note: Front panel button or digital input may be assigned to

acknowledge relays programmed for manual reset.

Programmable and independent for each relay.

Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.

When power is applied to the meter, relays will reflect the state of the input to the meter.

Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output

OUTPUT SOURCE

SCALING RANGE 1.000 to 23.000 mA for any display range.

CALIBRATION Factory calibrated: 0.0 to 1000.0 = 4-20 mA output

ANALOG OUT PROGRAMMING

ACCURACY ± 0.1% FS ± 0.004 mA

TEMPERATURE DRIFT

ISOLATED TRANSMITTER POWER SUPPLY

EXTERNAL LOOP POWER SUPPLY

OUTPUT LOOP RESISTANCE

Rate/process, total, grand total, max, min, set points 1-8, Modbus input or manual control mode

23.000 mA maximum for all parameters: Overrange, underrange, max, min, and break

0.4 µA/°C max from 0 to 65°C ambient,

0.8 µA/°C max from -40 to 0°C ambient

Note: Analog output drift is separate from input drift.

Terminals I+ & R: 24 VDC ± 10%. May be used to power the 4-20 mA output or other devices. Refer to Figure 6 on page 20 and Figure 15 on page 25.

All models rated @ 40 mA max.

35 VDC maximum

Power supply

24 VDC

35 VDC (external)

Minimum

10 Ω

100 Ω

Maximum

700 Ω

1200 Ω

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Modbus® RTU Serial Communications

SLAVE ID 1 – 247 (Meter address)

BAUD RATE 300 - 19,200 bps

TRANSMIT TIME DELAY

DATA 8 bit (1 start bit, 1 or 2 stop bits)

PARITY Even, Odd, or None with 1 or 2 stop bits

BYTE-TO-BYTE TIMEOUT

TURN AROUND DELAY

Note: Refer to the Modbus® Register Tables located at www.koboldusa.com for details.

Programmable between 0 and 199 ms

0.01 – 2.54 second

Less than 2 ms (fixed)

MPV-Option-S Digital Input & Output Expansion Module

CHANNELS 4 digital inputs & 4 digital outputs per module

SYSTEM Up to 2 modules for a total of 8 inputs & 8 outputs

DIGITAL INPUT LOGIC HIGH

DIGITAL INPUT LOGIC LOW

DIGITAL OUTPUT LOGIC HIGH

DIGITAL OUTPUT LOGIC LOW

SOURCE CURRENT

SINK CURRENT

+5 V TERMINAL

3 to 5 VDC

0 to 1.25 VDC

3.1 to 3.3 VDC

0 to 0.4 VDC

10 mA maximum output current

1.5 mA minimum input current

To be used as pull-up for digital inputs only. Connect normally open contacts across +5 V & DI 1-4.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

COMPLIANCE INFORMATION

Safety

UL & c-UL LISTED USA & Canada

UL FILE NUMBER E482438

FRONT PANEL UL Type 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided

LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE

Electromagnetic Compatibility

EMISSIONS

Radiated Emissions

AC Mains Conducted Emissions

IMMUNITY

RFI - Amplitude Modulated

Electrical Fast Transients

Electrostatic Discharge

RFI - Conducted AC Surge Surge Power-Frequency

Magnetic Field Voltage Dips

Voltage Interruptions

UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment

EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use

EN 55022:2010 Class A ITE emissions requirements

Class A

EN 61326-1:2013 Measurement, control, and laboratory equipment

EN 61000-6-2:2005 EMC heavy industrial generic immunity standard

80 -1000 MHz 10 V/m 80% AM (1 kHz)

1.4 - 2.0 GHz 3 V/m 80% AM (1 kHz)

2.0 - 2.7 GHz 1 V/m 80% AM (1 kHz)

±2kV AC mains, ±1kV other

±4kV contact, ±8kV air

10V, 0.15-80 MHz, 1kHz 80% AM

±2kV Common, ±1kV Differential

1KV (CM)

30 A/m 70%V for 0.5 period

40%V for 5 & 50 periods 70%V for 25 periods

<5%V for 250 periods

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Note:

Testing was conducted on MPV meters installed through the covers of grounded metal enclosures with cable shields grounded at the point of entry representing installations designed to optimize EMC performance.

Declaration of Conformity available at www.koboldusa.com

SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning!

CAUTION: Read complete

instructions prior to installation and operation of the meter.

Hazardous voltages exist within enclosure. Installation and service should be performed only by trained service personnel.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock or personal injury.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

INSTALLATION

There is no need to remove the meter from its case to complete the installation, wiring, and setup of the meter for most applications. Instructions are provided for setting up a 12/24 VDC powered meter to operate from 12 VDC and for changing the transmitter power supply to output 5 or 10 VDC instead of 24 VDC, see page 18.

Unpacking

Remove the meter from box. Inspect the packaging and contents for damage. Report damages, if any, to the carrier.

If any part is missing or the meter malfunctions, please contact your supplier or the factory for assistance.

Panel Mounting Instructions

• Prepare a standard 1/8 DIN panel cutout – 3.622" x 1.772" (92 mm x 45 mm). Refer to Figure 1 for more details.

• Clearance: allow at least 6.0" (152 mm) behind the panel for wiring.

• Panel thickness: 0.04" - 0.25" (1.0 mm - 6.4 mm).

Recommended minimum panel thickness to maintain Type 4X rating: 0.06" (1.5 mm) steel panel, 0.16" (4.1 mm) plastic panel.

• Remove the two mounting brackets provided with the meter (back-off the two screws so that there is ¼" (6.4 mm) or less through the bracket. Slide the bracket toward the front of the case and remove).

• Insert meter into the panel cutout.

• Install mounting brackets and tighten the screws against the panel. To

achieve a proper seal, tighten the mounting bracket screws evenly until meter is snug to the panel along its short side. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN, as the rear of the panel may be damaged.

3.622" (92 mm)

Square Corners to 0.060"

1.772"

(45mm)

(1.5mm) Max Radius

Panel Cutout to DIN 43700

Tolerances:

: +0.032 (+0.8mm)

-0.000 (-0.0mm) B: +0.024 (+0.6mm)

-0.000 (-0.0mm)

Figure 1: 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout and Mounting

Gasket

Mounting

Bracket

Panel

Mounting

Screw

Removable Connectors

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Mounting Dimensions

Figure 2: Meter Dimensions - Side View

Figure 3: Meter Dimensions - Top View

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Configuration for 12 or 24 VDC Power Option

Do not exceed voltage rating of the selected

Warning!

Meters equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option are shipped from the factory ready to operate from 24 VDC.

To configure the meter for 12 VDC power:

1. Remove all the connectors.

2. Unscrew the back cover.

3. Slide the back cover about 1 inch.

4. Configure the J9 jumper, located behind the power connector, for 12 V as shown below.

Figure 4: Jumper Configuration for 12/24 VDC Power

configuration.

M-LINK

24 VDC

12 VDC

POWER

MAIN BOARD

J9 CONFIGURATION

24 V

12 V

Factory Default

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

All meters, including models equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option, are shipped from the factory configured to provide 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor.

If the transmitter requires 5 or 10 VDC excitation, the internal jumper J4 must be configured accordingly.

To access the voltage selection jumper:

1. Remove all the connectors.

2. Unscrew the back cover.

3. Slide the back cover about 1 inch.

4. Configure the J4 jumper, located behind the input signal connector, for the desired excitation voltage as shown.

Figure 5: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection

Connections

All connections are made to removable screw terminal connectors located at the rear of the meter.

Use copper wire with 60°C or 60/75°C insulation for all line voltage connections. Observe all safety regulations. Electrical wiring should be performed in accordance with all applicable national, state,

Caution!

and local codes to prevent damage to the meter and ensure personnel safety.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Connectors Labeling

The connectors’ label, affixed to the meter, shows the location of all connectors available with requested configuration.

Do not connect any equipment other than KOBOLD Instruments’ expansion modules, cables, or meters

Warning!

to the RJ45 M-LINK connector. Otherwise damage will occur to the equipment and the meter.

Figure 6: Connector Labeling for Fully Loaded MPV Pulse Input

Power Connections

Power connections are made to a two-terminal connector labeled POWER in Figure 6. The meter will operate regardless of DC polarity connection. The + and - symbols are only a suggested wiring convention.

POWER

AC or DC

POWER

Required External Fuse:

5 A max, 250 V Slow Blow

Figure 7: Power Connections

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Signal Connections

Signal connections are made to a six-terminal connector labeled SIGNAL in Figure 6. The COM (common) terminal is the return for the input signals.

The following figures show examples of signal connections. Setup and programming is performed through the front panel buttons.

Figure 8: Flowmeter Powered by Internal Power Supply

Figure 9: Flowmeter Powered by External Supply

Figure 10: Self-Powered Magnetic Pickup Coil Flowmeter

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Figure 11: NPN open Collector Input

Figure 12: PNP Sensor Powered by Internal Supply

Figure 13: Switch Input Connections

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Modbus RTU Serial Communications

Serial communications connection is made to an RJ45 connector labeled M-LINK on Figure 6. For interfacing to the meter, use MPV-Option-B for RS-485 or MPV-Option-F for USB. The same port is used for interfacing with all expansion modules (e.g. external relays, digital I/O).

Relay Connections

Relay connections are made to two six-terminal connectors labeled RELAY1 – RELAY4 in Figure 6. Each relay’s C terminal is common only to the normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts of the corresponding relay. The relays’ C terminals should not be confused with the COM (common) terminal of the INPUT SIGNAL connector.

RELAY4 RELAY3

4365 21

CNONO NC NC C

Figure 11: Relay Connections

RELAY2 RELAY1

4365 21

CNONO NC NC C

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Switching Inductive Loads

The use of suppressors (snubbers) is strongly recommended when switching inductive loads to prevent disrupting the microprocessor’s operation. The suppressors also prolong the life of the relay contacts. Suppression can be obtained with resistor-capacitor (RC) networks assembled by the user or purchased as complete assemblies. Refer to the following circuits for RC network assembly and installation:

Figure 12: AC and DC Loads Protection

Choose R and C as follows: R: 0.5 to 1 Ω for each volt across the contacts C: 0.5 to 1 µF for each amp through closed contacts

Notes:

1. Use capacitors rated for 250 VAC.

2. RC networks may affect load release time of solenoid loads. Check to confirm proper operation.

Install the RC network at the meter's relay screw terminals. An RC network may also be installed across the load. Experiment for best results.

Use a diode with a reverse breakdown voltage two to three times the circuit voltage and forward current at least as large as the load current.

Figure 13: Low Voltage DC Loads Protection

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F4 Digital Input Connections

A digital input, F4, is standard on the meter. This digital input connected with a normally open closure across F4 and COM, or with an active low signal applied to F4.

Figure 14. F4 Digital Input Connections

4-20 mA Output Connections

Connections for the 4-20 mA transmitter output are made to the connector terminals labeled MA OUT. The 4-20 mA output may be powered internally or from an external power supply.

24 V

MA OUT

12-35 VDC

Power Supply

RI- I+

132

RELAY1

321

MA OUT

4-20 mA Input

Remote Display,

Chart Recorder, Etc.

24 V

RI- I+

132

RELAY1

321

4-20 mA

Input Meter

Figure 15: 4-20 mA Output Connections

Analog Output Transmitter Power Supply

The internal 24 VDC power supply powering the analog output may be used to power other devices, if the analog output is not used. The I+ terminal is the +24 V and the R terminal is the return.

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External Relay & Digital I/O Connections

The relay and digital I/O expansion modules MPV-Option-R & MPVOption-S are connected to the meter using the CAT5 cable provided with each module. The two RJ45 connectors on the expansion modules are identical and interchangeable; they are used to connect additional modules to the system.

Note: The jumper located between the RJ45 connectors of the MPV-

Option-S must be removed on the second digital I/O module in order for the system to recognize it as module #2.

Do not connect or disconnect the expansion modules with the power on!

Warning!

More detailed instructions are provided with each optional expansion module.

Figure 16: Expansion Modules & DIN Rail Mounting Kit

RLY5 RLY6 RLY7 RLY8

NO C NO C NO C NO C

345678

Figure 17: External Relays Module Connections

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123456

+5 I1 I2 I3 I4 O1

5 VDC GND

DI 1-4 DO 1-4

O2 O3

910

O4 G

Figure 18: Digital I/O Module Connections

Interlock Relay Feature

As the name implies, the interlock relay feature reassigns one, or more, alarm/control relays for use as interlock relay(s). Interlock contact(s) are wired to digital input(s) and trigger the interlock relay. This feature is enabled by configuring the relay, and relative digital input(s) (see page

63). In one example, dry interlock contacts are connected in series to

one digital input which will be used to force on (energize) the assigned interlock power relay when all interlock contacts are closed (safe). The interlock relay front panel LED flashes when locked out. The interlock relay would be wired in-series with the load (N/O contact). See below.

Figure 19: Interlock Connections

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

SETUP AND PROGRAMMING

• The meter has been factory calibrated to read input

frequency in Hz (pulses/sec). The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards.

• Use the K-Factor menu to match the rate/totalizer with

a flowmeter’s k-factor (pulse/unit of measure).

• Or use the Scale menu to scale the pulse input

(pulse/sec) without a signal source.

• Or use Cal menu to calibrate the rate/totalizer using a

signal source.

Overview

There are two switches, located to the right of the input connector, which must be configured according to the input level and type. Jumper J4 located inside the meter, behind the input signal connector, is used to select the excitation voltage (24 V*, 10 V or 5 V) which is supplied to the P+ and P- wiring terminals.

Setup and programming is done through the front panel buttons. After power and input signal connections have been completed and

verified, apply power to the meter.

Default setting

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Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators

Button Symbol

Description LED Status

1-8 Alarm 1 – 8 indicator

Right arrow/F1

R Rate indicator

Up arrow/F2

T Total indicator

Enter/F3

G T Grand Total indicator

Note: F4 is a digital input. Alarms 5-8

are enabled when relay expansion module is installed.

• Press the Menu button to enter or exit the Programming Mode at any time.

• Press the Right arrow button to move to the next digit during digit or decimal point programming.

• Press or hold the Up arrow button to scroll through the menus, decimal point, or press or hold to increment the value of a digit.

• Press the Enter button to access a menu or to accept a setting.

• Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to access the

advanced features of the meter.

▲

Total overflow indicator

Manual control relays &/or analog output

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Display Functions and Messages

The meter displays various functions and messages during setup, programming, and operation. The following table shows the main menu functions and messages in the order they appear in the menu.

Display P arameter Action/Setting Description

setup

Input

Total

unitS

rate

total

Gtotal

Dec pt

prog

InCAL

factor

sCalE

Cal

Inp 1

Dis 1

Setup

Input

Total

Units

Rate

Total

Grand Total

Decimal point

Program

Input Calibration

K-factor Scaling

Scale

Calibrate

Input 1

Display 1

Enter Setup menu

Enter Input selection menu

Enable or disable totalizer features

Select the display units/tags

Select the display units for rate

Select the display units for total

Select the display units for grand total

Set decimal point for rate, total, grand total

Enter the Program menu

Enter the Input Calibration menu

Programs unit to convert input pulse to rate in engineering units

Enter the Scale menu

Enter the Calibrate menu

Calibrate input 1 signal or program input 1 value

Program display 1 value

Inp 2

Dis 2

Error

T tb

Input 2

Display 2

Error

Total time base

Calibrate input 2 signal or program input 2 value (up to 32 points)

Program display 2 value (up to 32 points)

Error, calibration not successful, check signal or programmed value

Program total time base

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Display P arameter Action/Setting Description

T CF

T rst

GT tb

GT CF

GT rst

Auto

T dly

mAn

dsplay

big

Little

d-Inty

RELaY

Total conversion factor

Total reset

Grand total time base

Grand total conversion factor

Grand total reset

Automatic

Time delay

Manual

Display

Upper display

Lower display

Display intensity

Relay

Program total conversion factor

Program total reset mode: auto or manual

Program grand total time base

Program grand total conversion factor

Program grand total reset mode: auto or manual

Press Enter to set automatic total reset

Program time delay for total auto reset

Press Enter to reset total manually

Enter the Display menu

Press Enter to assign the Upper display parameter (default: PV or rate)

Press Enter to assign the lower display parameter (default: total)

Set display intensity level from 1 to 8

Enter the Relay menu

Assign

Asign1

rATE

totAL

G total

RLY 1

Act 1

Assignment

Assign 1

Rate

Total

Grand total

Relay 1

Action 1

Assign relays to rate, total, grand total, or Modbus

Relay 1 assignment

Assign relay to rate

Assign relay to total

Assign relay to grand total

Relay 1 setup

Set relay 1 action

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Display P arameter Action/Setting Description

Auto

A-nman

LatcH

Lt-CLr

Altern

Sanmpl

OFF

Set 1

RSt 1

RLY 2

FaiLSF

FLS 1

Automatic

Auto-manual

Latching

Latchingcleared

Alternate

Sampling

Off

Set 1

Reset 1

Relay 2

Fail-safe

Fail-safe 1

Set relay for automatic reset

Set relay for automatic & manual reset any time

Set relay for latching operation (relays assigned to rate)

Set relay for latching operation with manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared (relays assigned to rate)

Set relay for alternation control (relays assigned to rate)

Set relay for sampling operation

Disable relay and front panel status LED (Select Off to enable Interlock feature)

Program set point 1

Program reset point 1

Relays 2-8 setup

Note: Relays 5-8 are shown, only if expansion relay module is installed.

Enter Fail-safe menu

Set relay 1 fail-safe operation

Enable fail-safe operation

off

DeLAY

DLY 1

On 1

OFF 1

Aout

Dis 1

Out 1

Fail-safe off

Delay

Delay 1

Off

Analog output

Display 1

Output 1

Disable fail-safe operation

Enter relay Time Delay menu

Enter relay 1 time delay setup

Set relay 1 On time delay

Set relay 1 Off time delay

Enter the Analog output scaling menu

Program display 1 value

Program output 1 value (e.g. 4.000 mA)

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Display P arameter Action/Setting Description

Dis 2

Out 2

reset

Rst Hi

Rst Lo

Rst HL

Rst t

Rst Gt

Contrl

Auto

mAn

pass

Pass 1* Password 1*

Total

Gtotal

nonrst

unloc

Display 2

Output 2

Reset

Reset high

Reset low

Reset high & low

Reset total

Reset grand total

Control

Automatic

Manual

Password

Total password

Grand total password

Nonresettable

Unlocked

Program display 2 value

Program output 2 value (e.g. 20.000 mA)

Press Enter to access the Reset menu

Press Enter to reset max display

Press Enter to reset min display

Press Enter to reset max & min displays

Press Enter to reset total

Press Enter to reset grand total

Enter Control menu

Press Enter to set meter for automatic operation

Press Enter to manually control relays or analog output operation

Enter the Password menu

Set or enter Password 1* (*1, 2, or 3)

Set or enter password for manual reset

Non-resettable grand total set after entering “050873” for Gtotal password

Program password to lock meter

999999

locd

Locked

Flashing display

Enter password to unlock meter

Overrange condition

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Main Menu

The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions: Reset,

Control, Setup

• Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Up

arrow button to scroll through the main menu.

, and Password.

• Press Menu, at any time, to exit and return to Run Mode. Changes

made to settings prior to pressing Enter are not saved.

• Changes to the settings are saved to memory only after pressing

Enter.

• The display moves to the next menu every time a setting is

accepted by pressing Enter.

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Setting Numeric Values

The numeric values are set using the Right and Up arrow buttons. Press Right arrow to select next digit and Up arrow to increment digit value.

The digit being changed is displayed brighter than the rest. Press and hold up arrow to auto-increment the display value.

Press the Enter button, at any time, to accept a setting or Menu button to exit without saving changes.

Select

Next Digit

004.000

Increment

004.000

dis 1 dis 1 dis 1

Digital

alue

00 5.000

ccept

Setting

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Setting Up the Rate/Totalizer Meter (setup)

The Setup menu is used to select:

1. Enable or disable totalizer features

2. Units for Rate, Total, and Grand Total

3. Decimal point position

4. Input Calibration

5. Display parameter and intensity

6. Relay operation

7. 4-20 mA analog output scaling

Press the Enter button to access any menu or press Up arrow button to scroll through choices. Press the Menu button to exit at any time.

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Setting the Input Signal (Input)

There is a switch, located to the right of the input connector, which must be configured according to the input level and type. Jumper J4 located inside the meter, behind the input signal connector, is used to select the excitation voltage (24 V*, 10 V or 5 V) which is supplied to the P+ and Pwiring terminals.

Default setting

Enter the Input menu to enable or disable the totalizer features.

Setting the Totalizer Features (total)

Enable or disable the totalizer features by selecting “Yes” or “no” after the input type has been set up. If the totalizer features are disabled, most totalizer features and functions are hidden from the menus.

Note: The totalizer continues working in the background.

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Setting the Input Units or Custom Tags (units)

Enter the input unit or custom tag that will be displayed if alternating rate, total, or grand total and units is selected in the selected as the lower display parameter. See the flow chart on page 47 to access the display menu to show the unit or tag on the lower display. The engineering units or custom legends can be set using the following 7segment character set:

Display Character

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A b C c d e f g 9 H h I I

Notes:

Degree symbol represented by (<) if programming with MeterView® Pro. The letters “m” and “w” use two 7-segment LEDs each; when selected the

characters to the right are shifted one position. Press and hold up arrow to auto-scroll the characters in the display.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A b C

c d E F G g H h

Display Character

units menu, or d unit is

k l

n O o p q r s t u v

x y z

/ [ ] =

K L

o P q

t u V

X Y Z

]

[ =

Degree(<)

Space

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Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt)

The decimal point may be set with up to five decimal places or with no decimal point at all. The rate, total, and grand total decimal points are independent.

Pressing the right arrow moves the decimal point one place to the right until no decimal point is displayed, then it moves to the leftmost position.

Pressing the up arrow moves the decimal point to the left.

Programming the Rate/Totalizer (prog)

It is very important that one reads the following information before programming the meter:

•

The meter has been factory calibrated to read input frequency in Hz

(pulses/sec). The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards.

• Use the K-Factor menu to match the rate/totalizer with a flowmeter’s

k-factor (pulse/unit of measure).

• Or use the Scale menu to scale the pulse input (pulse/sec) without a

signal source.

• Or use Cal menu to calibrate the rate/totalizer using a signal source.

Program menu contains the following menus:

The

1. K-Factor calibration

2. Scale without a signal source

3. Calibrate with a calibrated signal source

4. Total time base & conversion factor

5. Grand total time base & conversion factor

6. Total reset mode for total & grand total

Note: The Scale, Calibrate, and K-Factor functions are exclusive of each other. The meter uses the last function programmed. Only one of these methods can be employed at a time. The Scale and Calibrate functions can use up to 32 points (default is 2). The number of points should be set in the Advanced menu under the

Multi-Point Linearization calibration of the meter, see page 73 for details.

The pulse inputs may be calibrated or scaled to any display value within the range of the meter.

(Linear) menu selection prior to scaling and

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Additional parameters, not needed for most applications, are programmed in the

, page 68.

Advanced Features menu; see Advanced Features

K-Factor Calibration (Factor)

The meter may be calibrated using the K-Factor function. Most flowmeter manufacturers provide this information with the device. Enter the

K-Factor (Factor) menu and select the decimal point with highest

resolution possible and program the k-factor value (

i.e. pulses/gal). The

meter will automatically calculate the flow rate using the k-factor and the time base selected.

Multi-Point Calibration & Scaling

The meter is set up at the factory for 2-point linear calibration. The number of points for multi-point calibration/scaling is set up in the

Advanced Features menu. Up to 32 linearization points may be selected.

See page 73 for details.

MeterView® Pro Software

The meter can also be programmed using the PC-based MeterView Pro software available for free download at www.predig.com.

Data logging for one meter at the time is available with MeterView Pro software. More advanced data acquisition may be accomplished by using any Modbus RTU compliant software.

In order to program the meter using a computer, the meter must be connected using a USB, RS-232 or RS-485 serial adapter, see

ORDERING INFORMATION on page 7 for details.

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Scaling the Meter (SCALE)

The pulse inputs can be scaled to display the process variable in engineering units.

A signal source is not needed to scale the meter; simply program the inputs and corresponding display values.

For instructions on how to program numeric

values see

Setting Numeric

Values, page 35.

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Error Message (Error)

An error message indicates that the calibration or scaling process was not successful. After the error message is displayed, the meter reverts to input 2 during calibration or scaling, allowing the appropriate input signal to be applied or programmed.

The error message might be caused by any of the following conditions:

1. Input signal is not connected to the proper terminals or it is connected backwards.

2. Minimum input span requirements not maintained.

3. Input 1 signal inadvertently applied to calibrate input 2.

Minimum Input Span

The minimum allowed input span is 1.0 Hz, which is the minimum difference between input 1 and input 2 signals required to complete the calibration or scaling of the meter.

Gate Function (Gate)

The gate function is used for displaying slow pulse rates. Using the programmable gate, the meter is able to display pulse rates as slow as 1 pulse every 999.9 seconds (0.001 Hz). The gate function can also be used to obtain a steady display reading with a fluctuating input signal.

The gate function ( menu. There are two settings for the (

Hi G).

Gate) is the first option in the Advanced Features

Gate, low gate (Lo G) and high gate

Low Gate (Lo G)

For most applications, low gate setting should be left at 1.0 second. Increase low gate setting to obtain a steadier rate display. The rate display will update in accordance with the low gate setting, for example if low gate is set at 10.0, the display will update every 10 seconds; changes in rate between updates will not be reflected until next display update.

High Gate (Hi G)

Set the high gate value to correspond to the highest expected pulse period (lowest pulse rate). For instance, if the meter must display a rate when there is 1 pulse coming into the meter every 10 seconds, set the high gate to 11.0 seconds. When the signal is removed from the meter, the display will show the last reading for 11 seconds; then it will read zero.

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Gate Settings

Slow Pulse Rate

Low Gate* (sec) High Gate (sec) Min Freq** (Hz)

1.0 2.0 0.5000

1.0 10.0 0.1000

1.0 20.0 0.0500

1.0 100.0 0.0100

1.0 200.0 0.0050

1.0 400.0 0.0025

1.0 800.0 0.0012

1.0 999.9 0.0010

*The low gate setting corresponds to the display update rate and is used to stabilize the display reading with a fluctuating signal.

**The minimum frequency is dependent on high gate setting.

Contact De-Bounce Filter (FiLter)

The filter function (FiLter) can be used for applications where the meter is set up to count pulses generated by switch contacts. The filter value can be set anywhere between 2 and 50, the higher the value, the greater the filtering.

The filter function ( Features menu. There are two settings,

SPd (low speed), press ENTER when Lo SPd is displayed to enable the

filter function. Program the filter value, so that there are no extra counts when a contact closure is completed.

Filter Settings

Filter Setting Speed Setting Max Freq (Hz)

N/A Hi SPd 30,000

Filter) is the second option in the Advanced

Hi SPd (high speed) and Lo

Contact De-Bounce Filter

2 Lo SPd 999 4 Lo SPd 499

8 Lo SPd 249 16 Lo SPd 124 32 Lo SPd 62 40 Lo SPd 50 50 Lo SPd 40

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Time Base, Total Conversion Factor & Total Reset

The time base, total conversion factor, and total reset menus are located in the

Program menu.

The total and grand total have their own independent settings. This means that one can be displaying the value in gallons while the other displays in million gallons, liters, m

, etc.

Time Base

The time base is the amount of time over which the rate parameter should accrue. For example, if the rate was ten and the time base was in minutes, then the total would increase by ten every one minute.

Total & Grand Total Conversion Factor

The total & grand total conversion factor is the amount by which the rate is multiplied before it is added to the total or grand total. For Example, if the rate was ten per second and the total conversion factor was 100, the total would increase by 1000 every second. This is useful, for instance, if you want to show rate in gallons and total in thousands of gallons.

Total & Grand Total Reset

The totals can be programmed for manual or automatic reset. In the automatic reset mode, a programmable time delay is available to reset the total or grand total after the assigned preset is reached.

Non-Resettable Totalizer

The total and grand total can be password-protected to prevent unauthorized resets. The grand total can be programmed as a non-resettable total, see page 66 for details.

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Calibrating the Meter with External Source (Cal)

To scale the meter without a signal

source, refer to K-Factor Calibration

(Factor) on page 40 or Scaling the

Meter (SCALE) on page 41

The meter can be calibrated to display the process variable in engineering units by applying the appropriate input signal and following the calibration procedure.

The use of a calibrated signal source is strongly recommended to calibrate the meter.

The displ ay flashes

while sensing

the inputs

There is no need to warm up the meter before

performing the calibration procedure.

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Setting the Display Parameter & Intensity (dsplay)

The upper display (Big) can be programmed to display:

1. Rate value

2. Total or grand total

3. Relay set points

4. Max & min values

5. Modbus input

6. Display rate and units

7. Rate and total

8. Rate and grand total

9. Total and units

10. Grand total and units

The lower display (

1. Rate value

2. Total or grand total

3. Relay set points

4. Max & min values

5. Engineering units or custom legends

6. Modbus input

7. Off (no display)

8. Display rate and units

9. Rate and total

10. Rate and grand total

11. Total and units

12. Grand total and units

Display Intensity: The meter has eight display intensity levels to give the best performance under various lighting conditions. Select intensity 8 for outdoor applications. The default display intensity setting is 8.

Little) can be programmed to display:

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Display Setup Menu

After setting up the input and the display, press the Menu button to exit programming and skip the rest of the setup menu. Press the Menu button again and the Up arrow to reach the the scaling or calibration of the meter.

Program menu and complete

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Setting the Relay Operation (relay)

This menu is used to set up the operation of the relays.

During setup, the relays do not follow the input and they will remain in the state found prior to entering

Caution!

1. Relay assignment a. Rate for low and high alarm b. Total c. Grand total d. Modbus input

2. Relay action a. Automatic reset only (non-latching) b. Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching) c. Latching (manual reset only) d. Latching with Clear (manual reset only after alarm

e. Alternation control (automatic reset only) f. Sampling (the relay is activated for a user-specified time) g. Off (relay state controlled by Interlock feature)

3. Set and reset points

4. Fail-safe operation a. On (enabled) b. Off (disabled)

5. Time delay a. On delay (0-999.9 seconds) b. Off delay (0-999.9 seconds)

the Relay menu.

condition has cleared)

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Relay Assignment (Assign)

The relays can be assigned to any of the following parameters:

1. Rate for low or high alarm indication

2. Total for alarm indication

3. Grand total for alarm indication

4. Modbus input

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Setting the Relay Action

Operation of the relays is programmed in the Action menu. The relays may be set up for any of the following modes of operation:

1. Automatic reset (non-latching)

2. Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching)

3. Latching (manual reset only, at any time)

4. Latching with Clear (manual reset only after alarm condition has

cleared)

5. Alternation control (automatic reset only)

6. Sampling (the relay is activated for a user-specified time)

7. Off (relay state controlled by Interlock feature)

The following graphic shows relay 1 action setup; relay 2-8 are set up in a similar fashion.

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Programming Set and Reset Points

High alarm indication: program set point above reset point. Low alarm indication: program set point below reset point. The deadband is determined by the difference between set and reset

points. Minimum deadband is one display count. If the set and reset points are programmed with the same value, the relay will reset one count below the set point.

Note: Changes are not saved until the reset point has been accepted.

Setting Fail-Safe Operation

In fail-safe mode of operation, the relay coil is energized when the process variable is within safe limits and the relay coil is de-energized when the alarm condition exists. The fail-safe operation is set independently for each relay. Select

on to enable or select off to disable fail-safe operation.

Programming Time Delay

The On and Off time delays may be programmed for each relay between 0 and 999.9 seconds. The relays will transfer only after the condition has been maintained for the corresponding time delay.

The

On time delay is associated with the set point. Off time delay is associated with the reset point.

The

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams

The following graphs illustrate the operation of the relays, status LEDs, and ACK button.

High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset)

For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn "off" relay. To detect a new alarm condition, the signal must go below the set point, and then go above it.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Low Alarm Operation (Set < Reset)

For Manual reset mode, ACK can be pressed anytime to turn "off" relay. For relay to turn back “on”, signal must go above set point and then go below it.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset)

Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set < Reset)

Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Alternation Control Operation

KOBOLD Model MPV Pulse Input Rate/Totalizer Operating Instructions

Rate Relay Sampling Operation

Input

Set

Reset

Relay

LED

Sample

Tim e

Sample

Tim e

Sample

Tim e

When the signal crosses the set point, the relay trips and the sample time starts. After the sample time has elapsed, the relay resets. The cycle repeats every time the set point is crossed, going up for high alarms and going down for low alarms.

The sample time can be programmed between 0.1 and 5999.9 seconds.

Total Relay Sampling Operation

Total

300

200

100

Relay

LED

When the total reaches the preset, the relay trips and the sample time starts. After the sample time has elapsed, the relay resets. The cycle repeats every time the preset value is added to the total.

Preset = 100

Sample

Time

Sample

Time

Sample

Time

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Time Delay Operation

The following graphs show the operation of the time delay function.

When the signal crosses the set point, the On time delay timer starts and the relay trips when the time delay has elapsed. If the signal drops below the set point (high alarm) before the time delay has elapsed, the On time delay timer resets and the relay does not change state. The same principle applies to the Off time delay.

Note: If “Automatic or Manual” (A-nmAn) reset mode is selected, the LED

follows the reset point and not the relay state when the relay is acknowledged.

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Relay Operation Details

Overview

The relay capabilities of the meter expand its usefulness beyond simple indication to provide users with alarm and control functions. These capabilities include front panel alarm status LEDs as well as either 2 or 4 optional internal relays and/or 4 external relays expansion module. Typical applications include high or low flow alarms and basic batch control. There are four basic ways the relays can be used:

1. High or Low Alarms with Latching or Non-Latching Relays

2. Simple On/Off Control with 100% Adjustable Deadband

3. Sampling (Based on Time)

4. Alternation Control for up to 8 Relays

Relays Auto Initialization

When power is applied to the meter, the front panel LEDs and alarm relays will reflect the state of the input to the meter. The following table indicates how the alarm LEDs and relays will react on power-up based on the set and reset points:

Alarm #

1 HI 1000 500 499 Off 2 LO 700 900 499 On 3 LO 250 400 499 Off 4 HI 450 200 499 On

HI or LO

Alarm

Set

Point

Reset

Point

Powe

Reading

Fail-Safe Operation

The following table indicates how the relays behave based on the failsafe selection for each relay:

Fail-Safe

Selection

Off Open Closed Closed Open

On Closed Open Open Closed

Note: NO = Normally Open, NC = Normally Closed. This refers to the condition of the relay contacts when the power to the meter is off.

Non-Alarm State Alarm State

NO NC NO NC

-Up

Relays go to non-alarm state Relays go to alarm state

Relay &

LED

Power Failure

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Front Panel LEDs

The LEDs on the front panel provide status indication for the following:

LED Status LED Status

1 Alarm 1 5 Alarm 5 2 Alarm 2 6 Alarm 6 3 Alarm 3 7 Alarm 7 4 Alarm 4 8 Alarm 8

The meter is supplied with four alarm points that include front panel LEDs to indicate alarm conditions. This standard feature is particularly useful for alarm applications that require visual-only indication. The LEDs are controlled by the set and reset points programmed by the user. When the display reaches a set point for a high or low alarm, the corresponding alarm LED will turn on. When the display returns to the reset point the LED will go off. The front panel LEDs respond differently for latching and non-latching relays.

For non-latching relays, the LED is always off during normal condition and always on during alarm condition, regardless of the state of the relay (e.g. Relay acknowledged after alarm condition).

For latching relays, the alarm LEDs reflects the status of the relays, regardless of the alarm condition. The following tables illustrate how the alarm LEDs function in relation to the relays and the acknowledge button (Default: F3 key assigned to ACK):

Latching and Non-Latching Relay Operation

The relays can be set up for latching (manual reset) or non-latching (automatic reset) operation.

Relay terminology for following tables Terminology Relay Condition

On Alarm (Tripped) Off Normal (Reset)

Ack Acknowledged

The On and Off terminology does not refer to the status of the relay’s coil, which depends on the fail-safe mode selected.

Warning!

In latching relay mode, latched relays will reset (unlatch) when power is cycled.

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Non-Latching Relay (Auto)

Automatic reset only

Condition LED Relay

Normal Off Off Alarm On On Ack (No effect) On On Normal Off Off

In this application, the meter is set up for automatic reset (non-latching relay). Acknowledging the alarm while it is still present has no effect on either the LED or the relay. When the alarm finally goes away, the relay automatically resets and the LED also goes off.

Non-Latching Relay (A-nman)

Automatic + manual reset at any time

Condition LED Relay

Normal Off Off Alarm On On Normal Off Off Next Alarm On On Ack On Off Normal Off Off

In this application, the meter is set up for automatic and manual reset at any time (non-latching relay). The LED and the relay automatically reset when the meter returns to the normal condition.

The next time an alarm occurs, the operator acknowledges the alarm manually while the alarm condition still exists. This causes the relay to reset, but the LED stays on until the meter returns to the normal condition.

Latching Relay (LatcH)

Manual reset any time

Condition LED Relay

Normal Off Off Alarm On On Ack Off Off

In this application, the meter is set up for manual reset at any time. Acknowledging the alarm even if the alarm condition is still present resets the relay and turns off the LED.

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Latching Relay (Lt-Clr)

Manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared

Condition LED Relay

Normal Off Off Alarm On On Ack (No effect) On On Normal On On Ack Off Off

In this application, the meter is set up for manual reset only after the signal passes the reset point (alarm condition has cleared). Acknowledging the alarm while it is still present has no effect on either the LED or the relay. When the alarm is acknowledged after it returns to the normal state, the LED and the relay go off. Notice that the LED remains on, even after the meter returns to the normal condition. This is because, for latching relays, the alarm LED reflects the status of the relay, regardless of the alarm condition.

Acknowledging Relays

There are two ways to acknowledge relays programmed for manual reset:

1. Via the programmable front panel function keys F1-F3 (Default: F3 assigned to ACK).

2. Remotely via a normally open pushbutton wired across one of the digital inputs and the +5 V terminals on the digital I/O modules, or using the F4 digital input, which is triggered with a contact closure to COM, or with an active low signal (see page

25).

When the ACK button or the assigned digital input is closed, all relays programmed for manual reset are acknowledged.

PDA1044 Digital I/O Module

12345678910

+5 I1 I2 I3 I4 O1 O2 O3 O4 G

DI 1-4

DO 1-4

GND

ACK

Figure 20: Acknowledge Relays w/Function Key or Digital Input

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Setting Up the Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature

Relays 1-4 can be set up as interlock relays. To set up the relays for the interlock feature:

1. Access the

2. In the Advanced features – inputs to

3. Connect a switch or dry contact between the +5V terminal and the corresponding digital input (dI-1 to dI-4) terminal.

Setup – Relay – Action menu and set the action to off.

User menu program any of the digital

Force On any of the internal relays (1-4).

SW2

SW1

123456

+5 I1 I2 I3 I4 O1

5 VDC GND

DI 1-4 DO 1-4

O2 O3

910

O4 G

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Interlock Relay Operation Example

Relays 1 & 2 are configured to energize (their front panel LEDs are off) when SW1 & SW2 switches (above) are closed. If the contacts to these digital inputs are opened, the corresponding front panel LEDs flash indicating this condition. The processes being controlled by the interlock relay will stop, and will re-start only after the interlock relay is reactivated by the digital inputs (switches).

Note: If multiple digital inputs are assigned to the same relay, then the corresponding logic is (AND) – i.e. both switches must be closed to trip the relay.

Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout)

The 4-20 mA analog output can be scaled to provide a 4-20 mA signal for any display range selected.

No equipment is needed to scale the analog output; simply program the display values to the corresponding mA output signal.

Analog Output menu is used to program the 4-20 mA output based

The on display values.

For instructions on how to program

numeric values see

Setting Numeric Values, page 35.

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Reset Menu (reset)

The Reset menu is used to reset the totals, maximum or minimum reading (peak or valley) reached by the process; both may be reset at the same time by selecting “reset high & low” (

rst HL).

Control Menu (Contrl)

The Control menu is used to control the 4-20 mA analog output and the relays manually, ignoring the input. Each relay and analog output can be programmed independently for manual control. Selecting automatic control sets all relays and the analog output for automatic operation.

Setting Up the Password (pass)

The Password menu is used for programming three levels of security to prevent unauthorized changes to the programmed parameter settings and to program the non-resettable totalizer.

Gtotal: Prevents resetting the grand total manually

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Protecting or Locking the Meter

Enter the Password menu and program a six-digit password. For instructions on how to program numeric values see

Setting Numeric

Values, page 35.

Record the password for future reference. If appropriate, it may be recorded in the space provided.

Model: Serial Number: Password 1: __ __ __ __ __ __ Password 2: __ __ __ __ __ __ Password 3: __ __ __ __ __ __ Total __ __ __ __ __ __ GTotal __ __ __ __ __ __

Total Reset Password & Non-Resettable Total

The total and the grand total can be password-protected to prevent unauthorized total resets.

The grand total can be programmed as a non-resettable total by entering the password “050873”.

Caution!

Once the Grand Total has been programmed as “nonresettable” the feature cannot be disabled.

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Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter

If the meter is password protected, the meter will display the message

Locd (Locked) when the Menu button is pressed. Press the Enter button

while the message is being displayed and enter the correct password to gain access the menu. After exiting the programming mode, the meter returns to its password protected condition.

Disabling Password Protection

To disable the password protection, access the Password menu and enter the correct password twice, as shown below. The meter is now unprotected until a new password is entered.

If the correct six-digit password is entered, the meter displays the message password is programmed.

If the password entered is incorrect, the meter displays the message

Locd (Locked) for about two seconds, and then it returns to Run Mode.

To try again, press Enter while the

unLoc (unlocked) and the protection is disabled until a new

Locked message is displayed.

The password may be disabled by entering a master

Did you forget the password?

password once. If you are authorized to make changes, enter the master password 508655 to unlock the meter.

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Advanced Features Menu

To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the

Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to access the advanced features of the meter.

Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages

The following table shows the functions and messages of the Advanced

Features

menu in the order they appear in the menu.

Display Parameter Action/Setting

Gate Lo G Hi G filter Lo Spd Hi Spd Round

seriAl SlaveId baud

Advanced Features menu.

Gate

Low gate

High gate

Filter

Low speed

High speed

Round

Serial

Slave ID

Baud rate

Enter Gate function menu

Program Low gate value

Program High gate value

Enter the Filter menu

Set the contact de-bounce filter value

Select high speed filter

Set the rounding value for display variables

Set serial communication parameters

Set slave ID or meter address

Select baud rate

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Display Parameter Action/Setting

Tr dLY

Parity

t-byt SelEct

Functn

Linear

No PtS

CutofF Count

Tot C

Gtot C

AoutPr

Source O-rang u-rang mAx min Calib

4 mA

20 mA

user

F1 F2 F3 F4

Transmit delay

Parity

Time byte

Select

Signal input conditioning

Linear

Number of points

Cutoff

Count

Total count

Grand total count

Analog output programming

Source

Overrange

Underrange

Maximum

Minimum

Calibrate

4 mA output

20 mA output

User I/O

F1 function key

F2 function key

F3 function key

F4 function

Set transmit delay for serial communication

Select parity: Even, Odd, or None with 1 or 2 stop bits

Set byte-to-byte timeout

Enter the Select menu (function, cutoff, out)

Select linear only, other functions are not applicable to pulse input

Set meter for linear function and select number of linearization points

Set meter for 2 to 32-point linearization

Set low-flow cutoff

Set the totals to count up or down from a set value

Set the total to count up to or down from the programmed total value

Set the grand total to count up or down from from the programmed grand total value

Program analog output parameters

Select source for the 4-20 mA output

Program mA output for display overrange

Program mA output for display underrange

Program maximum mA output allowed

Program minimum mA output allowed

Calibrate 4-20 mA output (internal reference source used for scaling the output)

Enter mA output value read by milliamp meter with at least 0.001 mA resolution

ssign function keys and digital I/O

ssign F1 function key

ssign F2 function key

ssign F3 function key

ssign F4 function (digital input)

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Display Parameter Action/Setting

dI I

dO 1

Copy* Diag

Filter Round

Functn SCALE Factor Gate Cutoff T tb T CF

T rst Gt tb

Gt Cf

Gt rst Dsplay RELAY Aout Aoutpr

SEriaL LED t Info

Digital input 1

Digital output 1

Copy*

Diagnostics

Filter

Round

Function

Scale

K-factor

Gate

Cutoff

Total time base

Total conversion factor

Total reset

Grand total time base

GT conversion factor

Grand total

Display

Relays

Analog output

Analog output programming

Serial

LED test

Information

ssign digital input 1 – 8, if expansion

modules are connected

ssign digital output 1 – 8, if expansion

modules are connected

*Factory Use Only

Display parameter settings

Display filter selection

Round the display values to the nearest entered multiple

Function selected

Scaling parameter

K-factor value

Gate settings

Cutoff value

Set time period

Set conversion factor

Set reset method

Set grand total time period

Set grand total conversion factor

Set grand total reset method

Display assignments

Relay settings

nalog output scaling

nalog output programming

Serial communication settings

Test all LEDs

Display software and S/N information

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Rounding Feature (round)

The rounding feature is used to give the user a steadier display with fluctuating signals. Rounding is used in addition to the filter function.

Rounding causes the display to round to the nearest value according to the rounding selected. This setting affects the last two digits, regardless of decimal point position.

Modbus RTU Serial Communications (serial)

The meter is equipped with serial communications capability as a standard feature using Modbus RTU Serial Communication Protocol.

To communicate with a computer or other data terminal equipment, an RS-232, RS-485, or USB adapter option is required; see

Information

Warning!

Note: More detailed instructions are provided with each optional serial

on page 7 for details.

Do not connect any equipment other than Precision Digital’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector. Otherwise damage will occur to the equipment and the meter.

communications adapter. Note: Refer to Tables located at www.koboldusa.com for details.

the Modbus® Register

Ordering

When using more than one meter in a multi-drop mode, each meter must be provided with its own unique address. The meter address (Slave ID) may be programmed between 1 and 247. The transmit delay may be set between 0 and 199 ms. The parity can be set to even, odd, or none with 1 or 2 stop bits.

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Select Menu (SElEct)

The Select menu is used to select the signal input conditioner applied to the input (linear), low-flow cutoff, and analog output programming. The multi-point linearization is part of the linear function selection.

Signal Input Conditioning (Functn)

The Function menu is used to select the signal input conditioner applied to the input: linear, where the multi-point linearization is part of the linear function selection.

Meters are set up at the factory for linear function with 2-point linearization. The linear function provides a display that is linear with respect to the input signal.

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Multi-Point Linearization (Linear)

Meters are set up at the factory for linear function with 2-point linearization. Up to 32 linearization points can be selected under the linear function. display for non-linear signals.

The multi-point linearization can be used to linearize the

Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF)

The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady output from a differential pressure transmitter, at low flow rates, always displays zero on the meter.

The cutoff value may be programmed from 0 to 999999. The meter will display zero below the cutoff value. Programming the cutoff value to zero disables the cutoff feature.

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Analog Output Programming (AoutPr)

The Analog Output Programming menu is used to program the behavior of the 4-20 mA output. The following parameters and functions are programmed in this menu:

1. Source: Source for generating the 4-20 mA output (e.g. PV)

2. Overrange: Analog output value with display in overrange condition

3. Underrange: Analog output value with display in underrange condition

4. Max: Maximum analog output value allowed regardless of input

5. Min: Minimum analog output value allowed regardless of input

6. Calibrate: Calibrate the internal 4-20 mA source reference used to

scale the 4-20 mA output

Analog Output Source

The source for generating the 4-20 mA output may be assigned to the rate/process variable, total, grand total, maximum or minimum value reached by the rate/process, one of the set points, or the Modbus PV input.

Analog Output Calibration

To perform the analog output calibration, it is recommended to use a milliamp meter with a resolution of at least 0.1 µA to measure the output current. The values saved internally during this procedure are used for scaling the 4-20 mA output in the

Setup menu.

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Programmable Function Keys User Menu (user)

The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, F3, F4 (digital input) and up to eight digital inputs to access most of the menus or to activate functions immediately (e.g. Reset max & min). Up to eight digital outputs can be assigned to a number of actions and functions executed by the meter (e.g. Alarms, relay acknowledgement, etc.).

*If installed

Function Keys & Digital I/O Available Settings

Display Description Display Description

Rst HL

relay

Set 1

Rly d

Rly E

O Hold

d Hold

Big Hi

Big Lo

Big HL

Lit Hi

Lit Lo

Lit HL

Lit gt

Contrl

disabl

AcH

Reset max & min

Relay menu

Set point 1 - 8

Disable relay

Enable relay

Relays & output hold

Display hold

Max on Upper display

Min on Upper display

Max/min Upper display

Max on Lower display

Min on Lower display

Max/min Lower display

Lower display grand total

Control Menu

Disable function key

Acknowledge relays

Reset

Rst t

Rst Gt

Rst Hi

Rst Lo

Dsplay

Big

Little

Right

Enter

Alm 1

F on 1

F on 2

F on 3

F on 4

Reset menu

Reset total

Reset grand total

Reset max

Reset min

Display menu

Upper display menu

Lower display menu

Menu button

Right arrow button

Up arrow button

Enter button

Alarm 1 – 8

Force on relay 1

Force on relay 2

Force on relay 3

Force on relay 4

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METER OPERATION

The meter accepts pulses (e.g. ±40mV to ± 8V), square wave (0-5, 012V, or 0-24V), open collector NPN, PNP, TTL, or switch contact signals and displays these signals in engineering units from -99999 to 999999.

The dual-line display can be customized by the user to operate in such a way as to satisfy a specific application. Typically, the upper display is used for the process variable; while the lower display is used for engineering units, custom legend, total, grand total, or set point indication.

The meter can be set up to display the pulse input on the upper display and the Modbus input on the lower display. The relays and analog output can be programmed to operate from the Modbus PV input.

Front Panel Buttons Operation

Button Symbol

Description

Press to enter or exit Programming Mode, view settings, or exit max/min readings

Press to reset max/min readings or other parameter/function assigned through the User menu

Press to display max/min readings or other parameter/function assigned through the User menu

Press to acknowledge relays or other parameters/function assigned through the User menu

Function Keys Operation

During operation, the programmable function keys operate according to the way they have been programmed in the Advanced Features – User menu.

The table above shows the factory default settings for F1, F2, and F3.

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F4 Operation

A digital input, F4, is standard on the meter. This digital input is programmed identically to function keys F1, F2, and F3. The input is triggered with a contact closure to COM, or with an active low signal. During operation, F4 operates according to the way is has been programmed in the

Advanced Features – User menu.

Maximum/Minimum Readings

The max & min readings (peak & valley) reached by the process can be displayed either continuously or momentarily:

1. Display briefly by assigning to the F1-F3 function keys, F4 (digital

input) or to the digital inputs in the

2. Display continuously by assigning either display to max/min through

the

Display menu.

Any of the F1-F3 function keys (buttons), F4 (digital input), and the digital inputs can be programmed to reset the max & min readings. The meters are set at the factory to display the max reading by pressing the Up arrow/F2 button and to use the Right arrow/F1 button to access the

Reset menu.

To display max reading using function key with factory defaults:

1. Press Up arrow/F2 button to display maximum reading since the last

reset/power-up.

2. To reset max/min press Right arrow/F1 button to access the Reset

menu. The max & min displays are reset to actual values.

3. Press Menu to exit max/min display reading.

To display max/min readings continuously:

Assign either display to Max (d Hi), Min (d Lo), or toggle between Max and Min (

d HL) every 10 seconds.

User menu.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The rugged design and the user-friendly interface of the meter should make it unusual for the installer or operator to refer to this section of the manual. However, due to the many features and functions of the meter, it’s possible that the setup of the meter does not agree with what an operator expects to see.

If the meter is not working as expected, refer to the and recommendations below.

Diagnostics Menu (diag)

The Diagnostics menu is located in the Advanced Features menu, to access

It provides an easy way to view the programmed parameter settings for troubleshooting purposes. Press the Enter and the Menu button to exit at any time.

For a description of the diagnostic messages,

Menu &

To determine the software version of a meter:

Diagnostics menu see Advanced Features Menu, page 68.

button to view the settings

Display Messages, page 68.

Determining Software Version

1. Go to the

2. Press Up arrow button and scroll to Information menu (

3. Press Enter to access the software number ( version ( displayed. Continue pressing Enter until all the information is displayed.

4. The meter returns to Run Mode after displaying all the settings.

Diagnostics menu (diAG) and press Enter button.

UER) information. Write down the information as it is

Diagnostics menu

see Advanced Features

Info).

SFT) and

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Reset Meter to Factory Defaults

When the parameters have been changed in a way that is difficult to determine what’s happening, it might be better to start the setup process from the factory defaults.

Instructions to load factory defaults:

1. Enter the Advanced Features menu. See Advanced Features Menu, page 68.

2. Press Up arrow to go to

3. Press and hold Right arrow for three seconds, press Enter when display flashes Note: If Enter is not pressed within three seconds, the display returns to the

4. The meter goes through an initialization sequence (similar as on power-up), and loads the factory default settings.

Diagnostics menu.

Diagnostics menu

reset.

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Factory Defaults & User Settings

The following table shows the factory setting for most of the programmable parameters on the meter. Next to the factory setting, the user may record the new setting for the particular application.

Model: ______________ S/N: _______________ Date: _________

Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting

Input type

Total

Units

Filter

K-factor

Function

Number of points

Input 1

Display 1

Input 2

Display 2

Decimal point

Cutoff value

Display assignment

Upper display

Lower display

Display intensity

Total time base

Total conversion factor

Total reset

Grand total time base

Grand total conversion factor

Grand total reset

Input

yes

units

filter

Factor

Functn

No Pts

InP 1

Dis 1

InP 2

Dis 2

Ddddd.d

CutofF

dSPLAY

big

Little

d-Inty

T tb

T CF

T rst

GT tb

gT CF

gT rst

Pulse

Total enabled

Rate / total / gr. total pulse / pulse / pulse

Hi Spd

1.000

Linear

00000.0

10000.0

1 place

0.000 (disabled)

Rate/Process

Total value

Second

1.000

Manual

Second

1.000

Manual

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Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting

Relay 1 assignment

Relay 2 assignment

Relay 3 assignment

Relay 4 assignment

Relay 1 action

Relay 1 set point

Relay 1 reset point

Relay 2 action

Relay 2 set point

Relay 2 reset point

Relay 3 action

Relay 3 set point

Relay 3 reset point

Relay 4 action

Relay 4 set point

Relay 4 reset point

Fail-safe relay 1

Fail-safe relay 2

Fail-safe relay 3

Fail-safe relay 4

On delay relay 1

Off delay relay 1

On delay relay 2

Off delay relay 2

On delay relay 3

Off delay relay 3

On delay relay 4

Off delay relay 4

Display 1 analog out

Output 1 value

Asign1

Asign2

Asign3

Asign4

Act 1

Set 1

RSt 1

Act 2

Set 2

RSt 2

Act 3

Set 3

RSt 3

Act 4

Set 4

RSt 4

Fls 1

Fls 2

Fls 3

Fls 4

On 1

Off 1

On 2

Off 2

On 3

Off 3

On 4

Off 4

Dis 1

Out 1

Total

Rate

Automatic

100.0

000.0

Automatic

200.0

000.0

Automatic

300.0

250.0

Automatic

400.0

350.0

Off

0.0 sec

0.0

4.000 mA

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Parameter Display Default Setting User Setting

Display 2 analog out

Output 2 value

Source analog output

Overrange output

Underrange output

Maximum output

Minimum output

Slave ID (Address)

Baud rate

Transmit delay

Parity

Byte-to-byte timeout

F1 function key

F2 function key

F3 function key

F4 function

Digital input 1

Digital input 2

Digital input 3

Digital input 4

Digital output 1

Digital output 2

Digital output 3

Digital output 4

Password 1

Password 2

Password 3

Total password

Grand total password

Dis 2

Out 2

Source

O-rang

u-rang

mAx

min

Slave Id

baud

Tr dly

Parity

t-byt

dI 1

dI 2

dI 3

dI 4

dO 1

dO 2

dO 3

dO 4

Pass 1

Pass 2

Pass 3

Total

Gtotal

1000.0

20.000 mA

Rate/process

21.000 mA

3.000 mA

23.000 mA

1.000 mA

247

9600

50 ms

Even

010 (0.1 sec)

Reset max & min

Upper display: Max (Hi)

Acknowledge relays

Right arrow

Up arrow

Enter

Alarm 1

Alarm 2

Alarm 3

Alarm 4

000000 (unlocked)

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Troubleshooting Tips

Symptom Check/Action

No display at all

Not able to change setup or programming, Locd is displayed

Meter displays error message during calibration (Error)

Meter displays

999999

-99999

Display is unstable

Display response is too slow

Display reading is not accurate

Display does not respond to input changes, reading a fixed number

Display alternates between

1. Hi and a number

2. Lo and a number

Relay operation is reversed

Relay and status LED do not respond to signal

Flashing relay status LEDs

Meter not communicating with application programs

If the display locks up or the meter does not respond at all

Other symptoms not described above

Note: Certain sequences of events can cause unexpected results. To solve these issues, it is best to start fresh from factory defaults and map changes ahead of time, rather than at random.

Check power at power connector

Meter is password-protected, enter correct six-digit password to unlock

Check:

1. Signal connections

2. Minimum input span requirements Check:

1. Input selected in Setup menu

2. Corresponding signal at Signal connector

Check:

1. Input signal stability and value

2. Display scaling vs. input signal

3. Filter and gate values

Check filter and gate values

Check:

Scaling or calibration

Check:

Display assignment, it might be

displaying max, min, or set point. Press Menu to exit max/min display readings.

Check:

1. Fail-safe in Setup menu

2. Wiring of relay contacts Check:

1. Relay action in Setup menu

2. Set and reset points Relays in manual control mode or relay interlock switches opened. Check:

1. Serial adapter and cable

2. Serial settings

3. Meter Slave ID and baud rate Cycle the power to reboot the microprocessor.

Call Technical Support for assistance.

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