Pulsar blackbox 134 Instruction Manual
blackbox 134
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BLACK BOX LEVEL 134 (SEVENTH EDITION REV 3)
February 2018
Part Number M-134-0-007-3P
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WARRANTY AND LIABILITY
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited guarantee for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery that it will
either exchange or repair any part of this product returned to Pulsar Process Measurement Limited if it is
found to be defective in material or workmanship, subject to the defect not being due to unfair wear and
tear, misuse, modification or alteration, accident, misapplication or negligence.
DISCLAIMER
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited gives nor implies any process guarantee for this product, and shall
have no liability in respect of any loss, injury or damage whatsoever arising out of the application or use of
any product or circuit described herein.
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy of this documentation, but Pulsar Process Measurement
Limited cannot be held liable for any errors.
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited operates a policy of constant development and improvement and
reserves the right to amend technical details as necessary.
The blackbox shown on the cover of this manual is used for illustrative purposes only and may not be
representative of the actual blackbox supplied.
TECHNICAL ENQUIRIES
Please contact Pulsar Process Measurement Limited for technical support.
COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
If you have any comments or suggestions about this product, then please contact:
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited
Pulsar Process Measurement Inc.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Start Here… ...................................................................................................................................................1
About this Manual ......................................................................................................................................................1
About the blackbox range .........................................................................................................................................2
Functional Description ..............................................................................................................................................3
Product Specification .................................................................................................................................................4
EU Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................................6
Chapter 2 Installation ......................................................................................................................................................7
Power Supply Requirements ....................................................................................................................................7
Location .......................................................................................................................................................................7
Dimensions..................................................................................................................................................................8
Standard Enclosure ............................................................................................................................................8
Large Enclosure (optional) ............................................................................................................................ 10
Terminal Connection Details................................................................................................................................. 12
Power ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Transducer........................................................................................................................................................ 13
Relay Outputs .................................................................................................................................................. 14
RS232 Serial Interface ................................................................................................................................... 14
RS485 Serial Interface ................................................................................................................................... 15
Voltage Selector and Fuse Location ..................................................................................................................... 16
Preparation for Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................................. 17
Chapter 3 How To Use Your blackbox Level System .......................................................................................... 19
PC Handheld Programmer (Standard) ................................................................................................................. 19
Communication Port Configuration ............................................................................................................ 19
Handheld Communicator (Optional) ................................................................................................................... 20
On board integral Keypad and Display (Optional) ............................................................................................ 21
Operating the Controls ........................................................................................................................................... 22
Display .............................................................................................................................................................. 22
Keypad.............................................................................................................................................................. 23
Run Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 25
LED’s ............................................................................................................................................................... 26
Program Mode ......................................................................................................................................................... 26
How to Access Program Mode..................................................................................................................... 27
Test Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 29
LED’s ............................................................................................................................................................... 30
Using the RS232 Serial Interface .......................................................................................................................... 30
Parameter Defaults .................................................................................................................................................. 31
Factory Defaults .............................................................................................................................................. 31
Chapter 4 Programming Guide .................................................................................................................................. 33
Level .......................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Example 1 Level Measurement .................................................................................................................... 33
Example 2 Alternating Control (pump down) ........................................................................................... 35
Volume (Optional) .................................................................................................................................................. 37
Example 3 Volume Application ................................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 5 Parameter Guide ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Menu System Diagrams ......................................................................................................................................... 39
Top Level Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 39
Application Menu ........................................................................................................................................... 40
Relays Menu .................................................................................................................................................... 41
Data Logs Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 41
Volume Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 42
Display Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 43
Compensation Menu ...................................................................................................................................... 43
Stability Menu ................................................................................................................................................. 44
Echo Processing Menu................................................................................................................................... 44
System Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 45
Test Menu ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
Parameter Listing .................................................................................................................................................... 47
Application Parameters .......................................................................................................................................... 47
Operation .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Dimensions ...................................................................................................................................................... 48
Device Set Up.................................................................................................................................................. 50
Remote Alarm ................................................................................................................................................. 51
SMS Time ........................................................................................................................................................ 53
Relay Parameters ..................................................................................................................................................... 54
Relay Type ....................................................................................................................................................... 54
Alarms .............................................................................................................................................................. 55
Control .............................................................................................................................................................. 57
Data Log Parameters .............................................................................................................................................. 60
Temperature ..................................................................................................................................................... 60
Volume (Optional) .................................................................................................................................................. 61
Conversion ....................................................................................................................................................... 61
Breakpoints ...................................................................................................................................................... 64
Tables................................................................................................................................................................ 66
Display Parameters ................................................................................................................................................. 66
Options ............................................................................................................................................................. 66
Failsafe.............................................................................................................................................................. 67
Compensation Parameters ..................................................................................................................................... 67
Offset ................................................................................................................................................................ 67
Temperature ..................................................................................................................................................... 68
Stability Parameters ................................................................................................................................................ 68
Damping ........................................................................................................................................................... 68
Filters ................................................................................................................................................................ 69
Echo Processing Parameters .................................................................................................................................. 69
Transducer Status ............................................................................................................................................ 69
System Parameters .................................................................................................................................................. 70
Passcode ........................................................................................................................................................... 70
System Information ........................................................................................................................................ 71
Date & Time .................................................................................................................................................... 71
Daylight Saving Time .................................................................................................................................... 72
Test Parameters........................................................................................................................................................ 76
Simulation ........................................................................................................................................................ 76
Hardware .......................................................................................................................................................... 77
Chapter 6 Modbus ........................................................................................................................................................... 78
Device Set Up .......................................................................................................................................................... 78
Protocol Basics ........................................................................................................................................................ 79
Modbus ..................................................................................................................................................................... 79
Typical Transmission Line Activity ..................................................................................................................... 80
Message Frame Format .......................................................................................................................................... 80
Device Address ............................................................................................................................................... 80
Parameter Address .......................................................................................................................................... 81
Function Codes ............................................................................................................................................... 81
Request & Response Conventions ....................................................................................................................... 82
Parameter Resolution and Scaling................................................................................................................ 82
Example 1 Write date to Modbus................................................................................................................. 83
Example 2 Taking temperature reading ...................................................................................................... 83
Error Checking ................................................................................................................................................ 84
Message Timings .................................................................................................................................................... 86
Mode of Transmission ................................................................................................................................... 86
Wait Period ...................................................................................................................................................... 86
Latency ............................................................................................................................................................. 87
Message Transmission Time ........................................................................................................................ 87
Modbus Functions ................................................................................................................................................... 88
Function 1: Read Output Status ............................................................................................................................ 88
Example: Query: reading relay 2 to 4 .......................................................................................................... 88
Function 2: Read Input Status .............................................................................................................................. 89
Example: Query: reading digital inputs 3-7 ................................................................................................ 89
Function 3: Read Holding Registers (Static Parameters) .................................................................................. 90
Example: Query: reading parameter P856 .................................................................................................. 90
Function 4: Read Input Registers (Common Dynamic Variables).................................................................. 91
List of Common Dynamic Variables........................................................................................................... 91
Example: Query: reading level 1 (current level on transducer 1) ............................................................ 92
Function 5: Force Single Coil................................................................................................................................ 93
Example: Query: Force coil 2 to be ON ...................................................................................................... 93
Function 6: Write Single Register (Static Parameters) ...................................................................................... 94
Example: Query: writing to P100 = 1 .......................................................................................................... 94
Function 8: Diagnostic Loopback......................................................................................................................... 95
Example: Command....................................................................................................................................... 95
Example: Reply ............................................................................................................................................... 95
Function 16: Write Multiple Registers (Static Parameters) .............................................................................. 96
Example: Query: writing to P100 = 1, P101=2 .......................................................................................... 96
Chapter 7 List Of Static Parameters............................................................................................................................ 97
Application ............................................................................................................................................................... 97
Operation .......................................................................................................................................................... 97
Distances .......................................................................................................................................................... 97
Remote Alarm ................................................................................................................................................. 97
Relays Set up............................................................................................................................................................ 97
Relay 1 .............................................................................................................................................................. 97
Relay 2 .............................................................................................................................................................. 98
Data Logs ................................................................................................................................................................. 98
Temperature Log ............................................................................................................................................ 98
Volume ..................................................................................................................................................................... 98
Conversion ....................................................................................................................................................... 98
Volume Break points...................................................................................................................................... 99
Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 100
Options ........................................................................................................................................................... 100
Fail Safe .......................................................................................................................................................... 100
Compensation ........................................................................................................................................................ 101
Offset .............................................................................................................................................................. 101
Temperature ................................................................................................................................................... 101
Stability ................................................................................................................................................................... 101
Damping ......................................................................................................................................................... 101
Filters .............................................................................................................................................................. 101
Echo Processing .................................................................................................................................................... 101
Transducer 1 .................................................................................................................................................. 101
System ..................................................................................................................................................................... 102
Passcode ......................................................................................................................................................... 102
System Information ...................................................................................................................................... 102
Date and Time ............................................................................................................................................... 102
Daylight Saving............................................................................................................................................. 102
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 103
Chapter 9 Disposal ..................................................................................................................................................... 105
Parameter Record .......................................................................................................................................................... 107
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Chapter 1 Start Here…
Congratulations on your purchase of a Pulsar blackbox 134 Level Comms
(Modbus) System. This quality system has been developed over many years
and represents the latest in high technology ultrasonic level measurement and
control.
It has been designed to give you years of trouble free performance, and a few
minutes spent reading this operating manual will ensure that your installation
is as simple as possible.
About this Manual
It is important that this manual is referred to for correct installation and
operation.
There are various parts of the manual that offer additional help or information
as shown.
Tips
Tip
At various parts of
this manual you will
find tips to help you.
Additional Information
Additional Information
At various parts of the manual, you will find
sections like this that explain specific things in
more detail.
References
See Also
References to other parts of the manual
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About the blackbox range
The Pulsar blackbox is a non-contact Level Control System. It has been
designed to provide a new concept in low cost maintenance-free fit and forget
level measurement without any compromise on performance.
The blackbox is ideally suited to applications where level monitoring,
reporting, control or logging is required, with or without the need for a local
display.
The blackbox level system is available in a variety of different versions
offering a wide choice of output options.
The blackbox is very easy to use and may be calibrated quickly and simply
via a laptop, using the software supplied with the unit, or alternatively by
using the optional hand held calibrator, which connects to the unit via the
RS232 interface, and provides an on board LCD display. Certain models are
also available with an optional LCD display and integral keypad fitted.
All models of the blackbox range can be used with any of the extensive range
of Pulsar dB transducers for distances up to 40m (131ft).
The blackbox range is designed to provide you with highly reliable
measurement in a robust and functional package that is easy to use and low in
cost.
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Functional Description
The blackbox ultrasonic Level System sends a transmit pulse to the
transducer, which emits an ultrasonic pulse perpendicular to the transducer
face, and the returned echo is sent back to the BlackBox. The time taken to
receive the echo is measured and the distance from the transducer face to the
surface being monitored is calculated.
The blackbox utilises the unique DATEM software (Digital Adaptive
Tracking of Echo Movement). This is a unique digital mapping technique
developed especially for Pulsar’s range of ultrasonic level and control
systems. It gives the system edge when identifying the “true target level” in
the face of competing echoes from pipes, pumps or other obstructions.
The blackbox can measure from 0.125m (0.41ft) to 40m (131 feet) from the
transducer to the surface being monitored, dependent on the application and
transducer used.
The blackbox can measure level, space or distance and provide a
representative output. When fitted with the optional display and keyboard
it can also measure and provide an output representative of volume. There are
two user definable relays, with individual setpoints, which can be
programmed to activate alarms, a RS232 port, so that the BlackBox can be
programmed and RS 485 which provides communication so that the unit can
be monitored remotely by a PC or other equipment.
The blackbox can be programmed either by PC, via the RS 232 Serial
Interface, using the supplied software (standard) or by hand held calibrator
(optional) which is connected to the blackbox via the RS 232 interface.
Those units fitted with the optional on board display can be programmed via
the integral keyboard.
All the parameters are stored in non-volatile memory, so are retained in the
event of power interruption.
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Product Specification
Physical
Standard Wall Mount Enclosure
Outside dimensions 143 x 150 x 63.5 mm (5.63 x 5.91 x 2.5
inches)
Weight Nominal 0.65 kg (1.4lbs)
Cable entry detail underside fitted with 3 x M20, nylon cable
glands suitable for 6 – 12mm cable
Large Wall Mount Enclosure (optional)
Outside dimensions 130 x 180 x 85 mm
(5.12 x 7.09 x 3.35 inches)
Weight Nominal 0.75 kg (1.65lbs)
Cable entry detail underside fitted with 5 x M20, nylon cable
glands
Enclosure material/description ABS base with Polycarbonate lid,
flammability rating UL94HB
Transducer cable extensions 2-core screened
(2 conductor 20AWG screened)
Nominal separation 1000 m (3,280 ft.). 500m (1,640 ft.) for
dBR16. For greater distances consult
Pulsar
Environmental
IP Rating IP66 with display
IP67 Without display
Max. & min. temperature (electronics) -20 ºC to +50 ºC (-4ºF to 120ºF)
Flammable atmosphere approval Safe area: compatible with approved dB
transducers (see transducer spec' sheet)
Approvals
CE approval See EU Declaration of Conformity
Performance
Accuracy 0.25% of the measured range or
6 mm (0.24”) (whichever is greater)
Resolution 0.1% of the measured range or 2 mm (0.08”)
(whichever is greater)
Max. range Dependant on transducer (maximum 40m
(131ft) dB40)
Min. range Dependent upon transducer (minimum
0.077m (0.252 ft) dBR16)
Rate response fully adjustable
Echo Processing
Description DATEM (Digital Adaptive Tracking of Echo
Movement)
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Outputs
Serial Port (Digital Output) RS232 for programming and data extraction
RS 485 providing communications
Volt free contacts, number and rating 2 form "C" (SPDT) rated at 2A at 240V AC
Display (optional) 2 x 12 alpha numeric
Programming
PC programming (standard) via RS232 using supplied software
Remote programming (optional) via RS232 using optional hand held
calibrator
On board programming (optional) via integral keypad
Programming security via passcode (user selectable and
adjustable)
Programmed data integrity via non-volatile RAM
Supply
Power supply 115VAC +5% / -10% 50/60 Hz,
230VAC + 5% / -10% 50/60 Hz,
dc 10 - 28V
10W maximum power (typically 5W)
Fuses 50 mA at 230 VAC (fitted as standard)
100 mA at 115 VAC
Remote Communicator
Power Supply Power supplied via BlackBox RS232
interface.
Pulsar Process Measurement Limited operates a policy of constant development and
improvement and reserve the right to amend technical details as necessary.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
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Chapter 2 Installation
Power Supply Requirements
The BlackBox can operate from AC supply or from a DC battery. The AC is
115V +5%/-10% 50/60Hz or 230V +5%/-10% 50/60Hz, depending on the
position of the selector switch. The DC is 10-28V. In all cases the BlackBox
will typically consume 5W of power, with a maximum of 10W.
Location
All electronic products are susceptible to electrostatic
shock, so follow proper grounding procedures during
installation.
The blackbox level controller must be mounted in a non-hazardous (safe)
Area, and the transducer fitted in the hazardous area.
Note: The blackbox shown in the
above diagram is for illustrative
purposes only and may not be
representative of the actual blackbox
supplied.
FM APPROVED TRANSDUCERS
Class I, Div. 1, Group A, B, C & D
Class II, Div. 1, Group E, F & G
Class III
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When choosing a location to mount the enclosure, bear in mind the following:
• Ensure that the blackbox is installed in a “Safe”, non-hazardous,
area.
• Easy access to the enclosure is maintained.
• The mounting surface is vibration-free.
• The ambient temperature is between -20ºC and 50ºC (-4ºF and
120ºF).
• There should be no high voltage cables or inverters close by.
Dimensions
Standard Enclosure
The dimensions of the mounting holes are as shown below.
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The blackbox should be mounted by drilling four holes suitable for size 8
screws (length and type to suit your application) And fix all four screws by
removing the top cover to access the pre-moulded mounting holes which are
located in the base of the enclosure under the lid retaining screws. The full
dimensions of the enclosure are as shown below.
Cable Entry
There are 3 x 20mm (0.79") cable glands, suitable for 6 – 12mm (0.24" –
0.63") cables, fitted to the base of the blackbox enclosure.
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Large Enclosure (optional)
The dimensions of the mounting holes are as shown below.
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The full dimensions of the enclosure are as shown below.
Cable Entry
There are 5 x 20mm (0.79") cable glands, suitable for 6 – 12mm (0.24" – 0.63")
cables, fitted to the base of the fitted to the base of the BlackBox enclosure.
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Terminal Connection Details
The terminal strip is as detailed below. There is also a wiring diagram attached
to the board directly underneath the terminal strip.
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Terminal Connections
Power
The blackbox can operate from mains AC and automatically from a DC power
source or battery backup, in the event of power failure, or can be operated
permanently from DC or batteries.
Transducer
The transducer should be installed, and connected, in accordance with the
installation instructions contained in the Transducer User Guide.
The entire range of, standard dB transducers are certified for use in hazardous
areas and different models, for each, are available for use in EEx m (Zone 1)
or EEx ia (Zone 0).
Wire the transducer to the blackbox transducer terminals as detailed below:
Red = Power (Terminal 19)
White = Signal (Terminal 20)
Black = 0 volts (Terminal 18)
Green (screen) = SCR (Terminal 17)
When using 2 core screened extension cable, the Black and Green wires of
the transducer should be connected to the screen of the extension cable and
connected to the 0 volts’ terminal (Terminal 18).
ATEX
For EEx m (Zone 1) applications a transducer certified to Sira
02ATEX5104X is used, and must be supplied via a 4000A breaking fuse,
which is fitted as standard to the BlackBox level controller.
For EEx ia (Zone 0) a transducer certified to Sira 02ATEX2103X is used,
which must be connected to the blackbox via an external Zener barrier.
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FM
For EEx m (Zone 1) applications a transducer certified to FM Class I Div 1
Group A, B, C & D, ClassII Div 1 Group E, F & G, Class III is used, and
must be supplied via a 1500A breaking fuse, which is fitted as standard to
the blackbox level controller.
Restrictions do not use in the presence of these groups of Chemicals,
Aliphatic Hydro Carbons, Ketones or Esters
For EEx ia (I.S.) a transducer certified to FM Class I Div 1 Group A, B, C
& D, ClassII Div 1 Group E, F & G is used, which must be connected to the
blackbox via an external Zener barrier.
See transducer label for certification details.
Relay Outputs
The two relays can be programmed to a variety of alarm functions. The relay
contacts are all rated at 2A at 240V AC. All connections should be such that
the short circuit capacity of the circuit to which they are connected, is limited
by fuses rated so that they do not exceed the relay rating.
RS232 Serial Interface
The serial interface is used to programme the BlackBox either via a PC
(standard) using the software supplied or alternatively using the hand held
calibrator (optional).
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RS485 Serial Interface
The RS485 serial interface provides a communications platform supporting
Modbus RTU ASCII to enable communications from a number of blackbox
(slaves) to a Modbus (master) device.
Connecting the RS 485
The blackbox 134 is designed for 2 wire RS 485, however, if your controller
has a 4 wire system then link as follows:
RX+ and TX+ are to be linked and connected to RS 485 positive and RXand TX- are to be linked and connected to RS 485 negative. It should be
noted this method of wiring can only be used where all units on the loop are
configured to work with a 2 wire interface.
4 wire RS 485
BlackBox 134
RX+
RS 485 positive
TX+
RS 485 positive
RX-
RS 485 negative
TX-
RS 485 negative
Important Information
Do not forget to correctly terminate the first and last unit on the
loop.
Black Box 134
Terminal
No.
Description
JP1
120R Terminator Link
24
RS 485 positive
25
RS 485 negative
26
SCR – Cable shield can be connected to this grounding
point
Important Information
The first and last unit in the RS 485 loop should have a 120R line
terminator fitted. The Pulsar Black Box Series are fitted with a
link, (JP1), as standard, which provides the correct termination
when the link is made.
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Voltage Selector and Fuse Location
The voltage selector switch and AC mains power fuse is located, on the
bottom board to the left and above of the power input terminals, as
previously illustrated in the Terminal Connections Detail drawing.
Important Information
Before applying AC power (mains), make sure you have correctly
selected the voltage selector switch which is located to the left and
above of the mains supply input terminals, as illustrated in the
Terminal Connections Detail drawing.
Please note that all units are supplied set to 230 volts AC for safety
reasons, with a 50mA fuse fitted as standard.
Never operate the blackbox with the cover removed.
An external switch or circuit breaker should be installed near to the
blackbox to allow the supply to be removed during installation and
maintenance. In addition, the relay contacts should also have a means
of isolating them from the blackbox.
Interconnecting cables must be adequately insulated in accordance
with local regulations. Strip back 30 mm of the outer insulation of the
cable. Strip 5 mm of insulation from the end of each conductor. Twist
all exposed strands of the conductor together. Insert the stripped
conductor into the terminal block as far as it will go and tighten the
terminal block screw. Ensure that all strands are firmly clamped in the
terminal block and that there is no excess bare conductor showing,
and no stray strands.
DON’T FORGET
Make sure you move the voltage
selector switch to the correct
position for your supply.
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Important Information
If the equipment is installed or used in a manner not specified in this
manual, then the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Preparation for Operation
Before switching on, check the following:
✓ The blackbox is mounted correctly and is in a ‘safe’ area.
✓ The power supply is correctly installed.
✓ The voltage selector switch is in the correct position.
✓ The relays are connected correctly.
Maintenance
There are no user serviceable parts inside your blackbox, except the mains
power fuse. If you experience any problems with the equipment, then please
contact Pulsar Process Measurement for advice.
To clean the equipment, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use any solvents on
the enclosure or transducer.
Important Information
The unique DATEM software comes into operation as soon as
power is applied, and is designed to monitor a moving level or
target with the transducer in a fixed position.
If, after any period of use, it should become necessary to move the
transducer, for any reason, from its original operating position,
switch off the BlackBox, before proceeding, to prevent any
undesirable updates to the DATEM trace. If after moving the
transducer the reading is not as expected, please refer to Chapter 8
Troubleshooting.
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Chapter 3 How To Use Your blackbox Level System
In order to view or change parameter values one of the following methods
must be used:
PC Handheld Programmer (Standard)
Your blackbox 134 comes complete with the PC Handheld Programmer
software, contained on CD. Insert the CD into the CD drive of the PC intended
to be used to carry out the programming of the blackbox and install the
software, following the on screen instructions. Once the software is installed
connect the computer via its serial port to the blackbox RS232 serial interface
RJ11 connector, located on the terminal connector strip, inside the blackbox
enclosure. Double click the ‘Handheld Programmer’ icon, installed on your
desktop and the PC will automatically connect to the blackbox. Once
connected you will briefly see the message illustrated on the display below
which, after connecting successfully, will then change to display the current
measurement, dependent on mode and measurement unit's chosen. When
using the PC Handheld Programmer software, keypad input can be achieved
by using a ‘mouse’ or similar device to place the cursor over the relevant key
followed by a ‘left’ click, alternatively numeric detail can be entered directly
from the PC keyboard as can ‘ENTER’ and ‘CANCEL’ (Esc. Key).
Communication Port Configuration
If the PC Handheld Programmer fails to connect to the blackbox unit you
may need to change the communications port that is being used, to do this
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‘right click’ on the PC Handheld Programmer keypad and a ‘pop up’ menu
will appear allowing you to select the appropriate communications port.
Handheld Communicator (Optional)
The optional Handheld communicator can be used to programme any number
of blackbox units and works in a similar way to the PC Software. Connect the
Handheld Communicator, with the cable supplied, to the RS232 interface via
the RJ11 connector located on the terminal connector, inside the blackbox
enclosure. Once connected you will briefly see a message, similar to that as
seen when using the PC Software which, after connecting successfully, will
then change to display the current measurement, dependent on mode and
measurement unit's chosen.
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On board integral Keypad and Display (Optional)
When fitted, the blackbox can be programmed directly via the integral
keypad.
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Operating the Controls
Display
The display in all cases is identical, the only difference being is that both the
PC Programming Software (standard) and the Hand Held Calibrator
(optional) need to be connected to the blackbox via the RS232 interface,
whereas the On-board keypad and display (optional) are permanently
connected to the blackbox provides information on the current mode of
operation.
While in the Run Mode it will display the current level reading and its units
of measure, along with status messages with regards to the Transducer, Echo
reception and Fail Safe Mode. When in the Program mode the display is used
to read information on the Menu System, Parameter Number and parameter
details and values, which can be entered. During Test Mode the display is
used to monitor the simulated level.
1234.56
mm
1) Main Display, 6-digit numeric display:
Run Mode, current measurement displayed, dependent on mode and
measurement unit's chosen, and value of Hot Key function selected.
Program Mode, displays parameter number and values entered for
parameters.
Test Mode, displays simulated level.
2) Auxiliary Display, scrolling twelve-digit alpha numeric display
Run Mode, displays measurement units (P104), status messages on
signal and transducer, detail of Hot Key function selected.
Program Mode, displays Menu and Sub Menu headings, parameter
details and options.
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