KROHNE OPTISOUND 3030 C Operating Manual

Operating Instructions

OPTISOUND 3030 C
4 … 20 mA/HART

Contents

Contents

1 About this document

1.1 Function .............................

1.2 Target group ..........................

1.3 Symbolism used .......................

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel....................

2.2 Appropriate use........................

2.3 Warning about misuse ...................

2.4 General safety instructions ................

2.5 CE conformity .........................

2.6 Compatibility acc. to NAMUR NE 53 .........

2.7 Safety information for Ex areas.............

3 Product description

3.1 Configuration..........................

3.2 Principle of operation ....................

3.3 Adjustment ...........................

3.4 Storage and transport ...................

4 Mounting

4.1 General instructions.....................

4.2 Mounting information ....................

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5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection .................

5.2 Connection procedure ...................

5.3 Wiring plans, single chamber housing ........

5.4 Wiring plans, double chamber housing .......

5.5 Switch on phase .......................

6 Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

6.1 Short description .......................

6.2 Installation of the indicating/adjustment module .

6.3 Adjustment system .....................

6.4 Setup procedure .......................

6.5 Menu schematic .......................

7 Maintenance and fault rectification

7.1 Maintenance ..........................

7.2 Fault rectification .......................

7.3 Exchanging the electronics................

7.4 Instrument repair .......................

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8 Dismounting

8.1 Dismounting procedure ..................

8.2 Disposal .............................

9 Supplement

9.1 Technical data.........................

9.2 Dimensions ...........................

9.3 Certificates ...........................

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Supplementary operating instructions manuals

Information:

OPTISOUND 3030 C is available in different versions and is
supplied specifically acc. to the order. Depending on the
selected version, supplementary operating instructions man­uals come with the shipment. The supplementary operating
instructions are stated in paragraph "3. Product description".

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About this document

1 About this document

1.1 Function

This operating instructions manual has all the information you
need for quick setup and safe operation of OPTISOUND 3030
C. Please read this manual before you start setup.

1.2 Target group

This operating instructions manual is directed to trained
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made
available to these personnel and put into practice by them.

1.3 Symbolism used

Information, tip, note

This symbol indicates helpful additional information.

Caution, warning, danger

This symbol informs you of a dangerous situation that could
occur. Ignoring this cautionary note can impair the person and/
or the instrument.

Ex applications

This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.

l List

The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.

à Action

This arrow indicates a single action.

1 Sequence

Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.

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For your safety

2 For your safety

2.1 Authorised personnel

All operations described in this operating instructions manual
must be carried out only by trained, specialised personnel
authorised by the operator. For safety and warranty reasons,
any internal work on the instruments must be carried out only
by personnel authorised by the manufacturer.

2.2 Appropriate use

OPTISOUND 3030 C is a sensor for continuous level
measurement.

2.3 Warning about misuse

Inappropriate or incorrect use of the instrument can give rise to
application-specific hazards, e.g. vessel overfill or damage to
system components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.

2.4 General safety instructions

OPTISOUND 3030 C is a high-tech instrument requiring the
strict observance of standard regulations and guidelines. The
user must take note of the safety instructions in this operating
instructions manual, the country-specific installation standards
(e.g. the VDE regulations in Germany) as well as all prevailing
safety regulations and accident prevention rules.

2.5 CE conformity

OPTISOUND 3030 C is in CE conformity with EMC (89/336/
EWG), fulfils the NAMUR recommendation NE 21 and is in CE
conformity with LVD (73/23/EWG).

Conformity has been judged acc. to the following standards:

l EMC:

- Emission EN 61326: 1997 (class A)

- Susceptibility EN 61326: 1997/A1: 1998

l LVD: EN 61010-1: 2001

2.6 Compatibility acc. to NAMUR NE 53

OPTISOUND 3030 C meets NAMUR recommendation NE 53.

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For your safety

The parameter adjustment of the basic sensor functions is

independent of the software version. The range of available
functions depends on the respective software version of the
individual components.

The software version of OPTISOUND 3030 C can be
determined as follows:

l on the type label of the electronics
l via the indicating/adjustment module.

You can find all software histories on our website www.krohne.
com.

2.7 Safety information for Ex areas

Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation
and operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of
the operating instructions manual and come with the Ex­approved instruments.

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3 Product description

3.1 Configuration

Product description

Scope of delivery

Components

The scope of delivery encompasses:

l OPTISOUND 3030 C ultrasonic sensor
l optionally available with mounting strap or compression

flange

l Documentation

- this operating instructions manual

- Operating instructions manual "Indicating and adjust-

ment module" - optional

OPTISOUND 3030 C consists of the following components:

l Process fitting with transducer
l Housing with electronics
l Housing cover, optionally available with indicating/adjust-

ment module

The components are available in different versions.

1

2

3

Fig. 1: OPTISOUND 3030 C with plastic housing
1 Housing cover, optionally available with indicating/adjustment module
2 Housing with electronics
3 Process fitting with transducer

3.2 Principle of operation

Area of application

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OPTISOUND 3030 C is an ultrasonic sensor for continuous

level measurement. It is suitable for liquids and solids in
practically all industries.

Product description

Physical principle

Power supply

Packaging

The transducer of the ultrasonic sensor emits short ultrasonic
pulses to the measured product. These pulses are reflected by
the product surface and received by the transducer as echoes.
The running time of the ultrasonic pulses from emission to
reception is proportional to the distance and hence to the level.
The determined level is converted into an appropriate output
signal and outputted as measured value.

Two-wire electronics 4 … 20 mA/HART for power supply and
measured value transmission on the same cable.

The power supply range can differ depending on the instru­ment version. The exact range is stated in the "Technical data"
in the "Supplement".

3.3 Adjustment

OPTISOUND 3030 C can be adjusted with two different
adjustment media:

l the indicating/adjustment module
l a HART handheld

The entered parameters are generally saved in OPTISOUND
3030 C, optionally also in the indicating/adjustment module.

3.4 Storage and transport

Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport.
Its capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured
by a test acc. to DIN EN 24180.

The packaging of standard instruments consists of environ-

ment-friendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE
foam or PE foil is also used. Dispose of the packaging material
via specialised recycling companies.

Storage and transport tem­perature

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l Storage and transport temperature see "Supplement –

Technical data – Ambient conditions"

l Relative humidity 20 … 85 %

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4 Mounting

4.1 General instructions

Mounting

Installation position

Moisture

Select an installation position you can easily reach for
mounting and connecting as well as later retrofitting of an
indicating and adjustment module. The housing can be rotated
by 330° without the use of any tools. You can also install the
indicating and adjustment module in four different positions
(each displaced by 90°).

Use the recommended cable (see chapter "Connecting to
power supply") and thighten the cable gland.

You can give your OPTISOUND 3030 C additional protection
against moisture penetration by leading the connection cable
downward in front of the cable entry. Rain and condensation
water can thus drain off. This applies mainly to mounting
outdoors, in areas where moisture is expected (e.g. by
cleaning processes) or on cooled or heated vessels.

Fig. 2: Measures against moisture penetration

Measuring range

The reference plane for the measuring range is the lower edge
of the transducer.

Make sure that a min. distance - the so called dead zone ­below the reference plane is maintained in which a measure­ment is not possible. The exact value of the dead zone is
stated in the Technical data in the Supplement.

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100%

0%

Fig. 3: Min. distance to the max. level
1 Dead zone
2 Reference plane

Information:

If the product reaches the transducer, buildup can form on it
over a period of time and later cause measurement errors.

1 32

100%

0%

Fig. 4: Measuring range (operating range) and max. measuring distance
1 full
2 empty (max. measuring distance)
3 Measuring range

Pressure/Vacuum

Gauge pressure in the vessel does not influence OPTISOUND

3030 C. Low pressure or vacuum, however, damp the
ultrasonic pulses. This influences the measuring result,

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Mounting

particularly if the level is very low. With pressures under -

0.2 bar (-20 kPa) you should use a different measuring
principle, e.g. radar or guided radar (TDR).

4.2 Mounting information

Installation position

When mounting OPTISOUND 3030 C, keep a distance of at
least 200 mm (7.9 in) to the vessel wall. If the sensor is
installed in the center of dished or rounded vessel tops,
multiple echoes can arise. These can, however, be faded out
by an appropriate adjustment (see chapter "Setup").

If this distance cannot be maintained, a false echo storage
should be carried out during setup. This applies particularly if
buildup on the vessel wall is expected. In this case, we
recommend repeating the false echo storage later on with
existing buildup.

1

2

> 200 mm

Fig. 5: Mounting on dished vessel tops
1 Reference plane
2 Vessel center or symmetry axis

In vessels with conical bottom it can be advantageous to
mount the sensor in the center of the vessel, as measurement
is then possible down to the lowest point of the vessel bottom.

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Mounting

Fig. 6: Vessel with conical bottom

Socket

Preferably the transducer should be mounted flush to the
vessel top.

If the reflective properties of the medium are good, you can
mount OPTISOUND 3030 C on a socket piece. You will find
recommended values of the socket heights in the following
illustration. The socket end should be smooth and burr-free, if
possible also rounded. Carry out a false echo storage.

max.

h

45°

d

Fig. 7: Deviating socket dimensions

d

100 mm/4"
150 mm/6"
200 mm/8"
250 mm/10"

h

max.

300 mm
400 mm
500 mm
600 mm

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Sensor orientation

In liquids, direct the sensor as perpendicular as possible to the
product surface to achieve optimum measurement results.

Fig. 8: Orientation in liquids

To optimally align the sensor to solid products, a swivelling
holder (mounting strap) can be implemented.

Fig. 9: Orientation in solids

To reduce the min. distance to the medium, you can also
mount OPTISOUND 3030 C with a beam deflector. By doing
this, it is possible to fill the vessel nearly to maximum. This
arrangement is particularly suitable for open vessels such as e.
g. overflow basins.

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Fig. 10: Beam deflector

~200

~400x400

°

5

4

Vessel installations

The ultrasonic sensor should be installed at a location where
no installations cross the ultrasonic beam.

Vessel installations such as for example, ladders, limit
switches, heating spirals, struts etc. can cause false echoes
superimposed on the useful echo. Make sure when planning
your measuring site that the ultrasonic signals have "free
access" to the measured product.

If there are existing vessel installations, a false echo storage
should be carried out during setup.

If large vessel installations such as struts or supports cause
false echoes, these can be attenuated through supplementary
measures. Small, inclined sheet metal or plastic baffles above
the installations scatter the ultrasonic signals and avoid direct
false echoes.

Fig. 11: Cover smooth profiles with deflectors

Agitators

If there are agitators in the vessel, a false echo storage should
be carried out with the agitators in motion. This ensures that
the interfering reflections from the agitators are saved with the
blades in different positions.

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Fig. 12: Agitators

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Inflowing material

Foam

Do not mount the instruments in or above the filling stream.
Make sure that you detect the product surface and not the

inflowing product.

Fig. 13: Inflowing liquid

Through the action of filling, stirring and other processes in the
vessel, dense foams which considerably damp the emitted
signals may form on the product surface.

If foams are causing measurement errors, the sensor should
be used in a standpipe or, alternatively, the more suitable
guided radar sensors (TDR) should be used.

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Guided radar is not influenced by foam generation and is

particularly suitable for such applications.

Air flow

Standpipe measurement

If there are strong air currents in the vessel, e.g. due to strong
winds in outdoor installations, or because of air turbulence, e.
g. through cyclone exhausting, you should mount OPTI-
SOUND 3030 C in a standpipe or use a different measuring
principle, e.g. radar or guided radar (TDR).

By using a standpipe (surge or bypass tube), the influence of
vessel installations, foam generation and turbulence is
excluded.

Standpipes must extend all the way down to the requested
min. level, as measurement is only possible within the tube.

max.

1

min.

Fig. 14: Standpipe in a tank
1 Vent hole ø 5 … 10 mm

OPTISOUND 3030 C can be used from tube diameters of
100 mm.

Avoid large gaps and thick welding joints when connecting the
tubes. Generally carry out a false echo storage.

Measurement in a standpipe is not recommended for very
adhesive products.

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5 Connecting to power supply

5.1 Preparing the connection

Note safety instructions

Take note of safety

instructions for Ex
applications

Select power supply

Selecting the connection ca-

ble

Always observe the following safety instructions:

l Connect only in the complete absence of line voltage
l If overvoltages are expected, overvoltage arresters should

be installed.

In hazardous areas you should take note of the appropriate
regulations, conformity and type approval certificates of the
sensors and power supply units.

Power supply and current signal are transmitted via the same
two-wire connection cable. The power supply range can differ
depending on the instrument version. The exact range is
stated in the "Technical data" in the Supplement.

Provide a reliable separation between the supply circuit and
the mains circuits acc. to DIN VDE 0106 part 101.

Bear in mind the following factors regarding supply voltage:

l the reduction of the output voltage of the power supply unit

under nominal load (with a sensor current of 20.5 mA or
22 mA in case of fault signal)

l the influence of additional instruments in the circuit (see

load values in Technical data).

OPTISOUND 3030 C is connected with standard two-wire
cable without screen. An outer cable diameter of 5 ... 9 mm
ensures the seal effect of the cable entry. If electromagnetic
interference is expected, we recommend the use of screened
cable.

Cable screening and ground­ing

Connect the cable screen on both ends to ground potential. In
the sensor, the screen must be connected directly to the
internal ground terminal. The ground terminal outside on the
housing must be connected to the potential equalisation (low
impedance).

If potential equalisation currents are expected, the connection
on the evaluation side must be made via a ceramic capacitor
(e.g. 1 nF, 1500 V). The low frequency potential equalisation
currents are thus suppressed, but the protective effect against
high frequency interference signals remains.

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Select connection
cable for Ex applica-
tions

Take note of the corresponding installation regulations for Ex
applications. In particular, make sure that no potential equal­isation currents flow over the cable screen. In case of
grounding on both sides this can be achieved by the use of a
capacitor or a separate potential equalisation.

5.2 Connection procedure

Proceed as follows:

1 Unscrew the housing cover

2 If an indicating and adjustment module is installed, remove

it by turning it slightly to the left.

3 Loosen compression nut of the cable entry

4 Remove approx. 10 cm (4 in) of the cable mantle, strip

approx. 1 cm (0.4 in) insulation from the ends of the
individual wires

5 Insert the cable into the sensor through the cable entry

6 Lift the opening levers of the terminals with a screwdriver

(see following illustration)

7 Insert the wire ends into the open terminals according to

the wiring plan

8 Press down the opening levers of the terminals, you will

hear the terminal spring closing

9 Check the hold of the wires in the terminals by lightly

pulling on them

10 Connect the screen to the internal ground terminal and the

external ground terminal to potential equalisation

11 Tighten the compression nut of the cable entry, the seal

ring must completely encircle the cable

12 Screw the housing cover back on

The electrical connection is finished.

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Housing overview

Connecting to power supply

Fig. 15: Connection steps 6 and 7

5.3 Wiring plans, single chamber housing

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1

Fig. 16: Material versions, single chamber housing
1 Plastic
2 Aluminium
3 Stainless steel
4 Filter element for pressure compensation

2 3

4

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Electronics and connection
compartment

Display

I2C

Wiring plan

1

12 5678

2

Fig. 17: Electronics and connection compartment, single chamber housing
1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen

12 5

Display

678

I2C

1

Fig. 18: Wiring plan, single chamber housing
1 Power supply/Signal output

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Housing overview

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5.4 Wiring plans, double chamber housing

1 2 3

Electronics compartment

4

Fig. 19: Double chamber housing
1 Housing cover, connection compartment
2 Blind stopper
3 Housing cover, electronics compartment
4 Filter element for pressure compensation
5 Cable gland

Display

I2C

12 5678

Fig. 20: Electronics compartment, double chamber housing
1 Internal connection cable to the connection compartment

5

1

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Connection compartment

Display

1

Wiring plan

12

I2C

2

Fig. 21: Connection compartment, double chamber housing
1 Spring-loaded terminals for power supply
2 Ground terminal for connection of the cable screen

I2C

12

1

Fig. 22: Wiring plan, double chamber housing
1 Power supply/Signal output

5.5 Switch on phase

Switch on phase

After OPTISOUND 3030 C is connected to power supply, the
instrument carries out a self-test for approx. 30 seconds. The
following steps are carried out:

l Internal check of the electronics
l Indication of the instrument type, the firmware version as

well as the sensor TAGs (sensor name)

l Output signal jumps briefly (approx. 10 seconds) to the set

fault current

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Then the actual measured value is displayed and the

corresponding current is transmitted to the cable.

1)

1)

The values correspond to the actual level as well as to the settings already
carried out, e.g. default setting.

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Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

6 Setup with the indicating/adjustment

module

6.1 Short description

The indicating/adjustment module is used for measured value
display, adjustment and diagnosis. It can be mounted in all
sensors of the OPTISOUND instrument family, in the single as
well as double chamber housing (optionally in the electronics
or connection compartment).

6.2 Installation of the indicating/adjustment

module

The indicating/adjustment module can be inserted or removed
at any time. It is not necessary to interrupt the power supply.

To mount, proceed as follows:

1 Unscrew the housing cover

2 Place the indicating/adjustment module in the desired

position on the electronics (you can choose any one of four
different positions - each displaced by 90°)

3 Press the indicating and adjustment module onto the

electronics and turn it to the right until it snaps in.

4 Screw housing cover with inspection window tightly back

on

Removal is carried out in reverse order.

The indicating/adjustment module is powered by the sensor,

an additional connection is not necessary.

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Fig. 23: Installation of the indicating/adjustment module

Note:

If you intend to retrofit OPTISOUND 3030 C with an indicating/
adjustment module for continuous measured value indication,
a higher cover with an inspection glass is required.

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Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

6.3 Adjustment system

Key functions

Adjustment system

1

1.1

2

3

Fig. 24: Indicating and adjustment elements
1 LC display
2 Indication of the menu item number
3 Adjustment keys

l [OK] key:

- move to the menu overview

- confirm selected menu

- edit parameter

- save value

l [–>] key to select:

- menu change

- list entry

- editing position

l [+] key:

- modify value of a parameter

l [ESC] key:

- interrupt input

- jump to the next higher menu

The sensor is adjusted via the four keys of the indicating and
adjustment module. The LC display indicates the individual
menu items. The functions of the individual keys are shown in
the above illustration. Approx. 10 minutes after the last
pressing of a key, an automatic reset to measured value
indication is triggered. Any values not confirmed with [OK] will
not be saved.

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6.4 Setup procedure

Address setting HART-Multi-

drop

Parameter adjustment

In HART-Multidrop mode (several sensors on one input) the
address must be set before continuing with the parameter
adjustment. You will find a detailed description in the operating
instructions manual of the indicating/adjustment module.

HART mode

Standard

Address 0

Because OPTISOUND 3030 C is a distance measuring
instrument, its primary task is to measure the distance from the
sensor to the product surface. In order to indicate the actual
filling level, the measured distance must be allocated to a
specific height percentage. To make this adjustment, the full
and empty distances in the vessel are entered. If these values
are not known, it is also possible to carry out the adjustment
with other distances, e.g. 10 % and 90 %. The origin of these
distance values is always the lower edge of the flange (with
flange versions) or the lower edge of the transducer (all other
versions).

The actual level is then calculated on the basis of these
entered values. At the same time, the operating range of the
sensor is limited from maximum range to the requested range.

The real product level during this adjustment is not important,
because the min./max. adjustment is always carried out
without changing the product level. These settings can be
made ahead of time without the instrument having to be
installed.

In the main menu item "Basic adjustment", the individual
submenu items should be selected one after the other and
provided with the correct parameter values.

Start your parameter adjustment with the following menu items
of the basic adjustment:

Carrying out min. adjustment

Proceed as follows:

1

Move from the measured value display to the main menu
by pushing [OK].

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▶

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

2 Select the menu item "Basic adjustment" with [–>] and

confirm with [OK]. Now the menu item "Min. adjustment" is
displayed.

Min. adjustment

0.00 %

=

5.000 m(d)

3 Prepare the % value for editing with [OK] and set the

cursor to the requested position with [–>]. Set the
requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].
The cursor jumps now to the distance value.

4 Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding

to the percentage value) for the empty vessel (e.g. distance
from the sensor to the vessel bottom).

5 Save the settings with [OK] and move to "Max. adjustment"

with [–>].

4.000 m(d)

Carrying out max. adjustment

Proceed as follows:

Max. adjustment

100.00 %

=

1.000 m(d)

2.000 m(d)

1 Prepare the % value for editing with [OK] and set the

cursor to the requested position with [–>]. Set the
requested percentage value with [+] and save with [OK].
The cursor jumps now to the distance value.

2 Enter the appropriate distance value in m (corresponding

to the percentage value) for the full vessel. Keep in mind
that the max. level must lie below the dead band.

3 Save the settings with [OK] and move to "Medium

selection" with [–>].

Medium selection

Each product has different reflective properties. In addition,
there are various interfering factors which have to be taken into
account: agitated product surfaces and foam generation (with
liquids); dust generation, material cones and echoes from the

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vessel wall (with solids). To adapt the sensor to these different
conditions, you should first select in this menu item "Liquid" or

"Solid".

Medium

Liquid

With solids, you can also choose between "Powder/Dust",
"Granular/Pellets" or "Ballast/Pebbels".

Through this additional selection, the sensor is adapted
perfectly to the product and measurement reliability, partic­ularly in products with bad reflective properties, is considerably
increased.

Enter the requested parameter via the appropriate keys, save
your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [–>] key.

Vessel shape

Damping

Apart from the medium also the vessel form can influence the
measurement. To adapt the sensor to these conditions, this
menu item offers (depending on either liquid or solid is
detected) different options. For Liquid these are Storage tank,

Stilling tube, Open vessel or Stirred vessel, for Solid Silo or
Bunker.

Vessel shape

Storage tank

Enter the requested parameter via the appropriate keys, save
your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [–>] key.

To suppress fluctuation in the measured value display, e.g.
caused by a turbulent product surface, an integration time can
be set. This time can be between 0 and 999 seconds. Please
note that the reaction time of the entire measurement will be
longer and the sensor will react to quick changes of the
measured value with a corresponding delay. In general, a time
of a few seconds is sufficient to smooth the measured value
display.

Damping

0 s

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Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

Enter the requested parameter via the appropriate keys, save

your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [–>] key.

Linearization curve

Sensor-TAG

A linearization is necessary for all vessels in which the vessel
volume does not increase linearly with the level – e.g. in a
cylindrical or spherical tank -–and the indication or output of
the volume is requested. Corresponding linearization curves
are preprogrammed for these vessels. They represent the
correlation between the level percentage and vessel volume.
By activating the appropriate curve, the volume percentage of
the vessel is displayed correctly. If the volume should not be
displayed in percent but e.g. in l or kg, a scaling can be also
set in the menu item "Display".

Linearization curve

Linear

Enter the requested parameter via the appropriate keys, save
your settings and jump to the next menu item with the [–>] key.

In this menu item you can enter an unambiguous designation
for the sensor, e.g. the measurement loop name or the tank or
product designation. In digital systems and in the documen­tation of larger plants, a singular designation should be entered
for exact identification of individual measuring sites.

Sensor-TAG

Sensor

With this menu item, the Basic adjustment is finished and you
can now jump to the main menu with the [ESC] key.

False signal suppression

High sockets or vessel installations, such as e.g. struts or
agitators as well as buildup and weld joints on the vessel walls
cause interfering reflections which can impair the measure­ment. A false signal suppression detects, marks and saves
these false signals, so that they are no longer taken into
account for the level measurement. This false signal sup­pression should be created with empty vessel so that all
potential interfering reflections will be detected.

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Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

False signal suppression

Change now?

Proceed as follows:

1 Move from the measured value display to the main menu

by pushing [OK].

2 Select the menu item "Service" with [–>] and confirm with

[OK]. Now the menu item "False signal suppression" is

displayed.

3 Confirm "False signal suppression - Change now" with

[OK] and select in the below menu "Create new". Enter the
actual distance from the sensor to the product surface. All
false signals in this area are detected by the sensor and
saved after confirming with [OK].

Note:

Check the distance to the product surface, because if an
incorrect (too large) value is entered, the existing level will be
saved as false signal. The filling level would then no longer be
detectable in this area.

Optional settings

Additional adjustment and diagnosis options such as e.g.
scaling, simulation or trend curve presentation are shown in
the following menu schematic. You will find a detailed
description of these menu items in the operating instructions
manual of the indicating and adjustment module.

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Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

6.5 Menu schematic

Basic adjustment

▶

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

1

Min. adjustment

0.00 %

=

4.000 m(d)

3.000 m(d)

Damping

0 s

Display

Basic adjustment

▶

Display
Diagnostics
Service
Info

Displayed value

scaled

Diagnostics

Basic adjustment
Display

▶

Diagnostics
Service
Info

1.1

1.5

2.1

2

3

Max. adjustment

100.00 %

=

1.000 m(d)

2.000 m(d)

Linearization curve

Linear

Display units

Volume
m³

1.2

1.6

2.2

Medium

Liquid

Sensor-TAG

Scaling

0 %=0.0 m³

100 %=100.0 m³

Sensor

1.3

1.7

2.3

Vessel shape

Storage tank

1.4

Peak values
Distance-min.: 0.234 m(d)
Distance-max: 5.385 m(d)
T-min.: 16.5°C
T-min.: 37.5°C

3.1

Meas. reliability

36dB

Sensor status

OK

3.2

Choose curve

Echo curve

3.3

Echo curve

Presentation of the echo

curve

3.4

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Service

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics

▶

Service
Info

Setup with the indicating/adjustment module

4

False signal suppression

Change now?

Reset

Reset?

Copy sensor data

Copy sensor data?

Info

Basic adjustment
Display
Diagnostics
Service

▶

Info

Sensor type

OPTISOUND 30x0 C

Serial number

12345678

4.1

4.5

4.9

5.1

5

Addl. adjustments

none

Units of measurement

m(d)

select?

PIN

Enable?

Date of manufacture

26. July 2005
Software version

3.26

4.2

4.6

4.10

5.2

Current output

Output mode 4-20 mA
Failure mode: <3.6mA
Min-current 3.8mA

Language

Deutsch

Date of last change using PC

26. July 2005

4.3

4.7

5.3

Simulation

Start simulation?

HART mode

Standard

Address 0

Sensor details

Display now?

4.4

4.8

5.4

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Maintenance and fault rectification

7 Maintenance and fault rectification

7.1 Maintenance

When used as directed in normal operation, OPTISOUND
3030 C is completely maintenance-free.

7.2 Fault rectification

Causes of malfunction

Fault rectification

Checking the 4 … 20 mA sig-

nal

OPTISOUND 3030 C offers maximum reliability. Nevertheless
faults can occur during operation. These may be caused by the
following, e.g.:

l Sensor
l Process
l Power supply
l Signal processing.

The first measures to be taken are to check the output signal
and evaluate fault messages via the indicating/adjustment
module. The procedure is described below.

Connect a hand-held multimeter with a suitable measuring
range acc. to the wiring plan.

? 4 … 20 mA signal not stable

l level fluctuations

à set integration time via the indicating/adjustment

module

? 4 … 20 mA signal missing

l incorrect connection to power supply

à Check connection acc. to chapter "Connection proce-

dure" and correct, if necessary, acc. to chapter "Wiring
plans"

l no power supply

à check cables for line break, repair, if necessary

l supply voltage too low or load resistance too high

à check and adapt, if necessary

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Maintenance and fault rectification

? Current signal greater than 22 mA or less than 3.6 mA

l Electronics module defective

à Exchange instrument or return it for repair

In Ex applications, the regulations for the wiring of intrinsically
safe circuits must be observed.

Fault messages via the indi­cating/adjustment module

? E013

l no measured value available

à sensor in boot phase

à sensor does not find an echo, e.g. because of faulty

installation or incorrect parameter adjustment

? E017

l adjustment span too small

à Carry out a fresh adjustment and increase the distance

between min. and max. adjustment

? E036

l no operable sensor software

à carry out a software update or return instrument for

repair

? E041

l hardware error, electronics defective

à Exchange instrument or return it for repair

7.3 Exchanging the electronics

If the electronics module is defective, it can be replaced by the
user.

In Ex applications, only instruments and electronics modules
with appropriate Ex approval may be used.

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Maintenance and fault rectification

If there is no electronics module available on site, it can be
ordered from the responsible Krohne agency.

7.4 Instrument repair

If a repair is necessary, please proceed as follows:

You can download a return form from our Internet homepage
http://www.krohne-mar.com/fileadmin/media-lounge/PDF-
Download/Specimen_e.pdf.

By doing this you help us carry out the repair quickly and

without having to call back for needed information.

l Print and fill out one form per instrument
l Clean the instrument and pack it damage-proof
l Attach the completed form and possibly also a safety data

sheet to the instrument.

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Dismounting

8 Dismounting

8.1 Dismounting procedure

Warning:

Before dismounting, be aware of dangerous process con­ditions such as e.g. pressure in the vessel, high temperatures,
corrosive or toxic products etc.

Take note of chapters "Mounting" and "Connecting to power
supply" and carry out the listed steps in reverse order.

8.2 Disposal

OPTISOUND 3030 C consists of materials which can be
recycled by specialised recycling companies. We have
purposely designed the electronic modules to be easily
separable. Mark the instrument as scrap and dispose of it
according to national government regulations (e.g. in G ermany
acc. to electronic scrap ordinance).

Materials: see "Technical data"

If you cannot dispose of the instrument properly, please

contact us about disposal methods or return.

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Supplement

9 Supplement

9.1 Technical data

General data

Materials, wetted parts

- Process fitting UP

- transducer diaphragm 1.4571

- seal transducer diaphragm/process

fitting

Materials, non-wetted parts

- Mounting strap 1.4301

- Compression flange PPH, 316L (1.4435)

- Housing plastic PBT (Polyester), Alu-die casting pow-

- Seal ring between housing and

housing cover

- Inspection window in housing cover Polycarbonate

- Ground terminal 316Ti/

Weight 2.7 … 5.7 kg (6 … 12.6 lbs), depending on

EPDM

der-coated, 316L (1.4435)

NBR (stainless steel housing), silicone (Alu/

plastic housing)

316L (1.4571/1.4435)

process fitting and housing

Output variable

Output signal 4 … 20 mA/HART
Resolution 1.6 µA
Fault signal current output unchanged; 20.5 mA; 22 mA;

<3.6 mA (adjustable)

Current limitation 22 mA
Load see load diagram in Power supply
Integration time (63 % of the input

variable)
Fulfilled NAMUR

Input variable

Parameter distance between lower edge of the transducer

Dead zone 0.6 m (2 ft)
Measuring range

- Liquids up to 15 m (49.2 ft)

- Solid up to 7 m (23 ft)

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recommendation NE 43

0 … 999 s, adjustable

and product surface

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Accuracy (similar to DIN EN 60770-1)

Reference conditions acc. to DIN EN 61298-1

- Temperature 18 … +30°C (64 … +86°F)

- Relative humidity 45 … 75 %

- Atmospheric pressure 860 … 1060 mbar (86 … 106 kPa/

12.5 … 15.4 psi)

Supplement

Characteristic curve deviation and measurement characteristics

Average temperature coefficient of the

0.06 %/10 K

2)

zero signal (temperature error)

Resolution, general max. 1 mm
Ultrasonic frequency 35 kHz
Interval >2 s (dependent on the parameter adjustment)
Beam angle at -3 dB 3°
Adjustment time

3)

>3 s (dependent on the parameter adjustment)

Accuracy better than 0.2 % or ±6 mm (see diagram)

30 mm

20 mm

10 mm

6 mm

-6 mm

-10 mm

-20 mm

-30 mm

15 m8 m6 m4 m 12 m10 m3 m

Fig. 25: Accuracy OPTISOUND 3030 C

2)

Relating to the nominal range, incl. hysteresis and repeatability, determined
acc. to the limit point method.

3)

Time to output the correct level (with max. 10 % deviation) after a sudden
level change.

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Ambient conditions

Ambient, storage and transport temperature

- without indicating/adjustment mod-

-40 … +80°C (-40 … +176°F)

ule

- the indicating/adjustment module -20 … +70°C (-4 … +158°F)

Process conditions

Vessel pressure

- with compression flange -20 … 100 kPa (-0.2 … 1 bar/-2.9 … 14.5 psi)

- with mounting strap 0 kPa (0 bar), because no sealing possibility

Process temperature (transducer tem-

-40 … +80

°C (-40 … +176°F)

perature)
Vibration resistance mechanicalvibrations with 4 g and 5 … 100 Hz

Electromechanical data

Cable entry

- Single chamber housing

l 1x cable entry M20x1.5 (cable-ø 5 … 9 mm),

1x blind stopper M20x1.5

or:

l 1x closing cap ½ NPT, 1x blind stopper

½ NPT

- Double chamber housing

l 1x cable entry M20x1.5 (cable-ø 5 … 9 mm),

1x blind stopper M20x1.5

or:

l 1x closing cap ½ NPT, 1x blind stopper

½ NPT

Spring-loaded terminals for wire cross sections up to 2.5 mm²

Indicating and adjustment module

Power supply and data transmission through sensor via gold-plated sliding contacts

(I²C bus)

Indication LC display in full dot matrix
Adjustment elements 4 keys
Protection

- unassembled IP 20

- mounted into the sensor without

IP 40

cover

4)

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Tested acc. to the regulations of German Lloyd, GL directive 2

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Materials

- Housing ABS

- Inspection window Polyester foil

Supply voltage

Supply voltage 14 … 36 VDC
Permissible residual ripple

- <100 Hz U

- 100 Hz … 10 kHz U

<1 V

ss

<10 mV

ss

Load see diagram

Ω

1000

750

500

1

250

14

1816 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36

Supplement

3

2

4

V

Fig. 26: Voltage diagram
1 HART load
2 meaningless
3 Voltage limit
4 Supply voltage

Electrical protective measures

Protection

- Plastic housing IP 66/IP 67

- Alu and stainless steel housing IP 66/IP 68 (0.2 bar)

5)

Overvoltage category III
Protection class II

5)

Requirement to maintain the protection is the suitable cable.

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9.2 Dimensions

Housing

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

~ 116mm

9

(4

/16")
ø 84mm
(3

5

/16")

M20x1,5

")

64

/

31

114mm

(4

~ 69mm

23

(2

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

~ 69mm

23

(2

/32")

/32")

ø 77mm

1

(3

/32")

")

32

/

13

112mm

(4

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

ø 77mm

1

(3

/32")

1 2 3 4

")

64

/

39

117mm

(4

~ 87mm (3 27/64")

M20x1,5/
½ NPT

ø 84mm

5

(3

/16")

")

32

/

23

120mm (4

Fig. 27: Housing versions in protection IP 66/IP 67 and IP 66/IP 68, 0.2 bar (with integrated indicating and adjustment
module the housing height or width increases by 9 mm/0.35 in)

1 Plastic housing
2 Stainless steel housing
3 Aluminium double chamber housing
4 Aluminium housing

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")
/

41

118mm (4

Supplement

1

130mm (5

/8")

")

64

/

43

1

195mm (7

64

M8x12

DN100/ANSI4"

2

3 4

41

118mm (4

ø 148mm (5 53/64")

ø 158mm (6

/64")

7

/32")

Fig. 28: OPTISOUND 3030 C
1 Mounting strap
2 Compression flange
3 Dead zone: 0.6 m (2 ft)
4 Meas. range: in liquids up to 15 m (49.2 ft), in solids up to 7 m (23 ft)

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9.3 Certificates

CE declaration of conformity

Fig. 29: CE declaration of conformity

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Manufacturer declaration

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Fig. 30: Manufacturer declaration

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Subject to change without notice

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