Smartflow Tracer VMBTI-100 Operating Instructions Manual
Tracer
®
Bluetooth Interface
VM
Model number VMBTI-100
Operating Instructions
General
The TracerVM Bluetooth Interface collects, transmits and saves data from
TracerVM Base Flowmeters installed in injection mold cooling circuits.
Flowmeters purchased separately are connected via cable to the TracerVM
Bluetooth Interface. The Interface provides power to each owmeter and
receives voltage signals for temperature and ow.
The Tracer
Bluetooth Interface wirelessly transmits ow and
VM
temperature for display on a tablet or smartphone. Files can be created
using the free app and saved on USB ash drive connected to the Interface.
The Interface also communicates over Ethernet connection to PC software
for network le storage and alerts. The les are easily read into database
management software for reference or analysis.
App software is available for download at no cost from Google™ Play or
iTu nes™ stores and is required to view data. Search for “Tracervm” to
locate.
PC Based software is provided free of charge from Burger & Brown
Engineering, Inc. It is available for download at this web address: www.
smartow-usa.com/tracer-vm-bluetooth.htm.
Power
Attach the power cable to the P1 connector according to the chart below.
Individual wires are 24AWG stranded copper. Attach 8 to 28VDC power to
the unit for correct operation. Do not energize the circuit without TracerVM
Base units connected.
Power supply other than 8 to 28VDC may damage the
electronics! Ensure that power supply provides Earth Ground
(0V) and not a reference. Earth Ground is required for reliable
ow and temperature output display.
Power Cable Color Chart
Wire Color Function
RoHS Compliant
Specications
Operating Temp. Range ..........32 to 248°F (0 to 120°C)
Housing ................................................ ABS, NEMA4X
Seals ....................................................................... Buna
Maximum Wireless Range .............................. 20 meters
Bluetooth Version .......................................1.1 4.0+LE 5
Power Required ............ 8 to 28VDC with Earth Ground
USB Port Output .................................................. 5VDC
Power Cable ..............2-Conductor, 6 meters (20ft) long
Cord Grips ..................... 9 pieces liquid-tight (included)
EMI/RFI Interference
Care should be taken to route power and signal cable
away from motors and pumps. Signal integrity may be
adversely aected by close proximity of the wiring to
machinery producing high frequency emissions.
Cables to Tracer
VM
Maximum eective signal cable length is 4.8m (16ft)
as supplied. Splicing extra length to the cable is not
recommended. Sensor cables are supplied with the
Tracer
Base units.
VM
Flow and Mounting Direction
Orient the TracerVM Base units so the ow direction
of the process uid matches the directional arrow on
the body of each meter. Flow in the opposite direction
of the arrow will yield inaccurate voltage output. The
presence of air bubbles in the process uid will also
create an inaccurate voltage output. Refer to Tracer
VM
Base Instructions (Form 187) for details.
Black DC Ground (Earth)
Red +DC Input (8 to 28VDC)
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Tracer
®
VM
with Bluetooth Interface Instruction
SW1
ON
1
2 3
SW2
ON
1
2 3
SW3
ON
1
2 3
SW4
ON
1
2 3
SW5
ON
1
2 3
SW6
ON
1
2 3
SW7
ON
1
2 3
SW8
ON
1
2 3
Tracer
Connectors
VM
Tracer
DIP Switches
P1
Power Connector
VM
LED
Indicators
238mm
9.373"
225.4mm
8.875"
Cord Grips (9X)
131mm
5.15"
85.7mm
3.38"
Mounting Holes
4.8mm
0.188"
(4X )
Ø
Power
Cable
213mm
8.40"
Ethernet Port
(network connection)
USB Port
(mobile device
charging and
file storage)
Cover
Screws
80mm
3.15"
3.2mm
0.125"
Housing
Dimensions
Figure 1
Circuit Board
(Cord Grips top)
Figure 2
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