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08370300A DCN8101
Teledyne API
29 April 2019
User Manual
Model T300/T300M
Carbon Monoxide Analyzer
with NumaView™ software
© Teledyne API (TAPI)
9970 Carroll Canyon Road
San Diego, CA 92131-1106
USA
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TRADEMARKS
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SAFETY MESSAGES
Do Not Touch: Touching some parts of the instrument without
Important safety messages are provided throughout this manual for the purpose of
avoiding personal injury or instrument damage. Please read these messages carefully.
Each safety message is associated with a safety alert symbol and is placed throughout this
manual; the safety symbols are also located inside the instrument. It is imperative that
you pay close attention to these messages, the descriptions of which are as follows:
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
HAZARD: Strong oxidizer
GENERAL WARNING/CAUTION: Read the accompanying message
for specific information.
CAUTION: Hot Surface Warning
protection or proper tools could result in damage to the part(s) and/or
the instrument.
Technician Symbol: All operations marked with this symbol are to be
performed by qualified maintenance personnel only.
Electrical Ground: This symbol inside the instrument marks the
central safety grounding point for the instrument.
CAUTION
This instrument should only be used for the purpose and in the
manner described in this manual. If you use this instrument in a
manner other than that for which it was intended, unpredictable
behavior could ensue with possible hazardous consequences.
NEVER use any gas analyzer to sample combustible gas(es)!
For Technical Assistance regarding the use and maintenance of this instrument or any
other Teledyne API product, contact Teledyne API’s Technical Support Department:
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
: Lire la consigne
l’instrument.
combustibles!
Des consignes de sécurité importantes sont fournies tout au long du présent manuel dans
le but d’éviter des blessures corporelles ou d’endommager les instruments. Veuillez lire
attentivement ces consignes. Chaque consigne de sécurité est représentée par un
pictogramme d’alerte de sécurité; ces pictogrammes se retrouvent dans ce manuel et à
l’intérieur des instruments. Les symboles correspondent aux consignes suivantes :
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque de choc électrique
DANGER : Oxydant puissant
AVERTISSEMENT GÉNÉRAL / MISE EN GARDE
complémentaire pour des renseignements spécifiques
MISE EN GARDE : Surface chaude
Ne pas toucher : Toucher à certaines parties de l’instrument sans protection ou
sans les outils appropriés pourrait entraîner des dommages aux pièces ou à
Pictogramme « technicien » : Toutes les opérations portant ce symbole doivent
être effectuées uniquement par du personnel de maintenance qualifié.
Mise à la terre : Ce symbole à l’intérieur de l’instrument détermine le point central
de la mise à la terre sécuritaire de l’instrument.
MISE EN GARDE
Cet instrument doit être utilisé aux fins décrites et de la manière décrite dans
ce manuel. Si vous utilisez cet instrument d’une autre manière que celle pour
laquelle il a été prévu, l’instrument pourrait se comporter de façon imprévisible
NE JAMAIS utiliser un analyseur de gaz pour échantillonner des gaz
et entraîner des conséquences dangereuses.
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WARRANTY
Failure to comply with proper anti
and packing instructions and Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA)
procedures when returning parts for repair or calibration may void your
warranty. For anti
the manual, Fundamentals of ESD, PN 04786, in its
Components for Return to Teledyne API’s Customer Service”
manual can be downloaded from our website at
api.com
WARRANTY POLICY (02024J)
Teledyne API (TAPI), a business unit of Teledyne Instruments, Inc., provides that:
Prior to shipment, TAPI equipment is thoroughly inspected and tested. Should
equipment failure occur, TAPI assures its customers that prompt service and support will
be available. (For the instrument-specific warranty period, please refer to the “Limited
Warranty” Section in the Terms and Conditions of Sale on our website at the following
link: http://www.teledyne-api.com/terms_and_conditions.asp).
COVERAGE
After the warranty period and throughout the equipment lifetime, TAPI stands ready to
provide on-site or in-plant service at reasonable rates similar to those of other
manufacturers in the industry. All maintenance and the first level of field troubleshooting
are to be performed by the customer.
NON-TAPI MANUFACTURED EQUIPMENT
Equipment provided but not manufactured by TAPI is warranted and will be repaired to
the extent and according to the current terms and conditions of the respective equipment
manufacturer’s warranty.
PRODUCT RETURN
All units or components returned to Teledyne API should be properly packed for
handling and returned freight prepaid to the nearest designated Service Center. After the
repair, the equipment will be returned, freight prepaid.
The complete Terms and Conditions of Sale can be reviewed at
api.com/terms_and_conditions.asp
CAUTION – Avoid Warranty Invalidation
-ESD handling and packing instructions please refer to
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. RMA procedures can also be found on our website.
http://www.teledyne-
-Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) handling
“Packing
section. The
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Part No.
Name/Description
We recommend that all users read this manual in its
This manual is comprised of multiple documents, in PDF format, as listed below.
083730300 T300 CO Analyzer User Manual with NumaView™ Software
n/a MODBUS Registers, Appendix A
069120000 T300/T300M Interconnect Diagram, Appendix B
Support that manuals are also available on the CD of Instrument User Manuals and on the
TAPI website http://www.teledyne-api.com
• NumaView™ Remote Software User Guide, part number 08492
• Hessen Protocol Manual, part number 04585
• Fundamentals of ESD Manual, part number 04786 (to prevent Electro-Static Discharge and
consequent damage to instrument)
• Pump Pack Manual, part number 07900 (if option installed)
NOTE
(this manual)
include:
entirety before operating the instrument.
CONVENTIONS USED
In addition to the safety symbols as presented in the Safety Messages page, this manual
provides special notices related to the careful and effective use of the instrument and
related, pertinent information.
ATTENTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID
WARRANTY
This special notice provides information to avoid
damage to your instrument and possibly invalidate
the warranty.
IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA
Provides information about that which could either
affect accuracy of instrument readings or cause loss
of data.
Provides information pertinent to the proper care,
operation or maintenance of the instrument or its
parts.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction, Specifications, Approvals, & Compliance................................................................. 14
1.1 Specifications...............................................................................................................................................15
1.2 EPA Designation .........................................................................................................................................17
1.3 Approvals and Certifications ........................................................................................................................17
1.3.1 Safety ...............................................................................................................................................17
1.3.2 EMC .................................................................................................................................................17
1.3.3 Other Type Certifications .................................................................................................................17
2. Getting Started ............................................................................................................................ 18
2.1 Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................................18
2.1.1 2.1.1 Ventilation Clearance ..............................................................................................................19
2.2 Instrument Layout ........................................................................................................................................20
2.2.1 Front Panel .......................................................................................................................................20
2.2.2 Rear panel ........................................................................................................................................21
2.2.3 Internal Chassis ...............................................................................................................................23
2.3 Connections and Startup .............................................................................................................................26
2.3.1 Electrical Connections ......................................................................................................................26
2.3.1.1 Connecting Power .............................................................................................................26
2.3.1.2 Connecting Analog Outputs ..............................................................................................27
2.3.1.3 Current Loop Analog Outputs (Option 41) Setup ..............................................................27
2.3.1.4 Connecting the Status Outputs (Digital Outputs) ..............................................................29
2.3.1.5 Connecting the Control Inputs (Digital Inputs) ..................................................................30
2.3.1.6 Connecting the Concentration Alarm Relay (Option 61) ...................................................31
2.3.1.7 Connecting the Communication Interfaces .......................................................................31
2.3.2 Pneumatic Connections ...................................................................................................................37
2.3.2.1 Important Information about Calibration Gases ................................................................39
2.3.2.2 Pneumatic Connections: Basic Configuration ...................................................................40
2.3.2.3 Pneumatic Connections: Ambient Zero/Ambient Span Option .........................................42
2.3.2.4 Pneumatic Connections: Ambient Zero/Pressurized Span Option ...................................44
2.3.2.5 Pneumatic Connections: Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span Option ..................................45
2.3.2.6 Pneumatic Connections: Zero Scrubber/Ambient Span Option ........................................46
2.3.3 Pneumatic Flow Diagrams ...............................................................................................................48
2.3.3.1 Pneumatic Flow: Basic Configuration ................................................................................48
2.3.3.2 Pneumatic Flow: Ambient Zero/Ambient Span Valve Option ............................................49
2.3.3.3 Pneumatic Flow: Ambient Zero/Pressurized Span Option ................................................50
2.3.3.4 Pneumatic Flow: Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span Option ...............................................51
2.3.3.5 Pneumatic Flow: Zero Scrubber/ Ambient Span Option (T300 0nly) ................................52
2.3.3.6 Pneumatic Flow: Second Sensor Options .........................................................................53
2.3.4 Startup, Functional Checks, and Initial Calibration ..........................................................................54
2.3.4.1 Startup ...............................................................................................................................54
2.3.4.2 Alerts: Warnings and Other Messages ..............................................................................55
2.3.4.3 Functional Checks .............................................................................................................56
2.3.4.4 Initial Calibration ................................................................................................................56
2.4 Menu Overview ............................................................................................................................................57
2.4.1 Home Page ......................................................................................................................................58
2.4.2 Dashboard ........................................................................................................................................60
2.4.3 Alerts ................................................................................................................................................61
2.4.4 Calibration ........................................................................................................................................62
2.4.5 Utilities ..............................................................................................................................................63
2.4.6 Setup ................................................................................................................................................63
2.5 Setup Menu: Features/Functions Configuration .........................................................................................64
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2.5.1 Setup>Data Logging (Data Acquisition System, DAS) ....................................................................64
2.5.1.1 Configuring Trigger Types: Periodic ..................................................................................66
2.5.1.2 Configuring Trigger Types: Conditional ............................................................................67
2.5.1.3 Downloading DAS (Data Acquisition System) Data ..........................................................67
2.5.2 Setup>Events ...................................................................................................................................68
2.5.2.1 Editing or Deleting Events .................................................................................................70
2.5.2.2 Using Events as Triggers for Data Logging.......................................................................70
2.5.3 Setup>Dashboard ............................................................................................................................71
2.5.4 Setup>AutoCal (with Valve Option) .................................................................................................72
2.5.5 Setup>Vars ......................................................................................................................................72
2.5.6 Setup>Homescreen .........................................................................................................................73
2.5.7 Setup>Digital Outputs ......................................................................................................................74
2.5.8 Setup>Analog Outputs .....................................................................................................................75
2.5.8.1 Manual Calibration of Voltage Range Analog Outputs ......................................................77
2.5.8.2 Manual Adjustment of Current Range Analog Outputs .....................................................78
2.5.9 Setup>Instrument .............................................................................................................................79
2.5.10 Setup>Comm (Communications) .....................................................................................................80
2.5.10.1 COM1/COM2 .....................................................................................................................80
2.5.10.2 TCP Port1 ..........................................................................................................................81
2.5.10.3 TCP Port2 ..........................................................................................................................81
2.5.10.4 TCP Port3 ..........................................................................................................................81
2.5.10.5 Network Settings ...............................................................................................................81
2.6 Transferring Configuration to Other Instruments .........................................................................................82
3 Communications and Remote Operation ................................................................................... 83
3.1 Data Terminal/Communication Equipment (DTE DCE) ..............................................................................83
3.2 Modes, Baud Rate and Serial Communication ...........................................................................................83
3.2.1 Serial Communication: RS-232 ........................................................................................................84
3.2.1.1 Serial Communication: RS-485 (Option) ..........................................................................................84
3.3 Ethernet .......................................................................................................................................................84
3.4 Communications Protocols ..........................................................................................................................85
3.4.1 MODBUS..........................................................................................................................................85
3.4.1.1 MODBUS Com Port Configuration ....................................................................................85
3.4.2 Hessen .............................................................................................................................................87
3.4.2.1 Hessen Com Port Configuration ........................................................................................87
3.4.2.2 Hessen Settings Configuration ..........................................................................................88
4 Calibration ................................................................................................................................ 90
4.1 Important Precalibration Information ...........................................................................................................90
4.1.1 Calibration Requirements .................................................................................................................90
4.1.2 Zero Air .............................................................................................................................................91
4.1.3 Calibration (Span) Gas .....................................................................................................................91
4.1.4 Interferents .......................................................................................................................................91
4.1.5 Dilution Ratio Option Software Set Up .............................................................................................91
4.1.6 Second Gas Sensor Options Calibration .........................................................................................92
4.1.7 Data Recording Devices ..................................................................................................................92
4.2 Calibration Procedures ................................................................................................................................92
4.2.1 Calibration and Check Procedures for Basic Configuration .............................................................93
4.2.1.1 Zero Calibration Check and Actual Calibration .................................................................94
4.2.1.2 Span Calibration Check and Actual Calibration ................................................................94
4.2.2 Calibration and Check Procedures with Valve Options Installed .....................................................95
4.2.2.1 Use of Zero/Span Valve with Remote Contact Closure ....................................................96
4.3 Automatic Zero/Span Cal/Check (Auto Cal) ................................................................................................96
4.4 CO Calibration Quality .................................................................................................................................99
4.5 Calibration of the T300/T300M’s Electronic Subsystems ............................................................................99
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4.5.1 Dark Calibration Test .......................................................................................................................99
4.5.2 Pressure Calibration .........................................................................................................................99
4.5.3 Flow Calibration .............................................................................................................................100
4.6 Calibration of Optional Sensors .................................................................................................................100
4.6.1 O2 Sensor Calibration ....................................................................................................................100
4.6.2 CO2 Sensor Calibration Procedure ................................................................................................101
4.7 EPA Protocol Calibration ...........................................................................................................................101
5. Maintenance and Service ......................................................................................................... 102
5.1 Maintenance Schedule ..............................................................................................................................102
5.2 Predicting Diagnostics ...............................................................................................................................105
5.3 Operational Health Checks ........................................................................................................................106
5.4 Software/Firmware Updates ......................................................................................................................107
5.4.1 Remote Updates ............................................................................................................................107
5.4.2 Manual Reload/Update Procedures ...............................................................................................107
5.4.3 Instrument Display Calibration (for earlier instruments) .................................................................108
5.5 Time Zone Changes ..................................................................................................................................109
5.6 Maintenance Procedures ...........................................................................................................................110
5.6.1 Replacing the Sample Particulate Filter .........................................................................................110
5.6.2 Rebuilding the Sample Pump ........................................................................................................111
5.6.3 Performing Leak Checks ................................................................................................................111
5.6.3.1 Vacuum Leak Check and Pump Check...........................................................................111
5.6.3.2 Pressure Leak Check ......................................................................................................111
5.6.4 Performing a Sample Flow Check .................................................................................................112
5.6.5 Cleaning the Optical Bench............................................................................................................112
5.7 Service and Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................................112
5.7.1 Cleaning Exterior Surfaces of the T300/T300M .............................................................................113
5.7.2 Fault Diagnosis with Alerts .............................................................................................................114
5.7.3 Fault Diagnosis with Dashboard Functions ....................................................................................115
5.7.4 The Diagnostic Signal I/O Function ...............................................................................................117
5.7.5 Status LEDs ...................................................................................................................................117
5.7.6 Motherboard Status Indicator (Watchdog) .....................................................................................117
5.7.7 Sync Demodulator Status LEDs.....................................................................................................118
5.7.8 Relay Board Status LEDs ..............................................................................................................119
5.7.9 Flow Problems ...............................................................................................................................121
5.7.9.1 Flow is Zero .....................................................................................................................122
5.7.9.2 Low Flow .........................................................................................................................122
5.7.9.3 High Flow .........................................................................................................................122
5.7.9.4 Displayed Flow = “Warnings” ..........................................................................................123
5.7.9.5 Actual Flow Does Not Match Displayed Flow .................................................................123
5.7.9.6 Sample Pump ..................................................................................................................123
5.7.10 Calibration Problems ......................................................................................................................123
5.7.10.1 Miscalibrated ...................................................................................................................123
5.7.10.2 Non-Repeatable Zero and Span .....................................................................................124
5.7.10.3 Inability to Span – No SPAN Button (CALS) ...................................................................124
5.7.10.4 Inability to Zero – No ZERO Button (CALZ) ....................................................................124
5.7.11 Other Performance Problems ........................................................................................................125
5.7.12 Temperature Problems ..................................................................................................................125
5.7.12.1 Box Temperature .............................................................................................................125
5.7.12.2 Sample Temperature .......................................................................................................125
5.7.12.3 Bench Temperature .........................................................................................................125
5.7.12.4 GFC Wheel Temperature ................................................................................................126
5.7.12.5 IR Photo-Detector TEC Temperature ..............................................................................127
5.7.13 Excessive Noise .............................................................................................................................127
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5.7.14 Subsystem Checkout .....................................................................................................................128
5.7.14.1 AC Mains Configuration...................................................................................................128
5.7.14.2 DC Power Supply ............................................................................................................128
5.7.14.3 I2C Bus .............................................................................................................................129
5.7.14.4 Touchscreen Interface .....................................................................................................129
5.7.14.5 LCD Display Module ........................................................................................................129
5.7.14.6 Relay Board .....................................................................................................................130
5.7.14.7 Sync/Demodulator Assembly ..........................................................................................130
5.7.14.8 Opto Pickup Assembly ....................................................................................................131
5.7.14.9 GFC Wheel Drive ............................................................................................................131
5.7.14.10 IR Source ....................................................................................................................131
5.7.14.11 Pressure/Flow Sensor Assembly ................................................................................132
5.7.15 Motherboard ...................................................................................................................................132
5.7.15.1 A/D Functions ..................................................................................................................132
5.7.15.2 Status Outputs .................................................................................................................133
5.7.15.3 Control Inputs – Remote Zero, Span ...............................................................................133
5.7.16 CPU ................................................................................................................................................133
5.7.17 RS-232 Communications ...............................................................................................................134
5.7.17.1 General RS-232 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................134
5.7.18 The Optional CO2 Sensor ..............................................................................................................134
5.8 Repair Procedures .....................................................................................................................................135
5.8.1 Repairing Sample Flow Control Assembly .....................................................................................135
5.8.2 Removing/Replacing the GFC Wheel ............................................................................................136
5.8.3 Checking and Adjusting the Sync/Demodulator, Circuit Gain (CO MEAS) ..................................138
5.8.3.1 Checking the Sync/Demodulator Circuit Gain .................................................................138
5.8.3.2 Adjusting the Sync/Demodulator, Circuit Gain ................................................................139
5.8.4 Disk-On-Module Replacement .......................................................................................................140
5.9 Frequently Asked Questions .....................................................................................................................141
5.10 Technical Assistance .....................................................................................................................142
6. Theory of Operation ................................................................................................................ 143
6.1 Measurement Method ................................................................................................................................143
6.1.1 Beer’s Law......................................................................................................................................144
6.2 Measurement Fundamentals .....................................................................................................................144
6.1.2 Gas Filter Correlation .....................................................................................................................145
6.1.2.1 The GFC Wheel ...............................................................................................................145
6.1.2.2 The Measure Reference Ratio ........................................................................................146
6.1.2.3 Interference and Signal to Noise Rejection .....................................................................147
6.1.2.4 Summary Interference Rejection .....................................................................................148
6.3 Pneumatic Operation .................................................................................................................................148
6.3.1 Flow Rate Control ..........................................................................................................................149
6.3.1.1 Critical Flow Orifice ..........................................................................................................149
6.3.2 Particulate Filter .............................................................................................................................150
6.3.3 Pneumatic Sensors ........................................................................................................................150
6.3.3.1 Sample Pressure Sensor.................................................................................................151
6.3.3.2 Sample Flow Sensor .......................................................................................................151
6.4 Electronic Operation ..................................................................................................................................151
6.4.1 CPU ................................................................................................................................................153
6.4.1.1 Disk-On-Module (DOM) ...................................................................................................153
6.4.1.2 Flash Chip .......................................................................................................................153
6.4.2 Optical Bench & GFC Wheel..........................................................................................................154
6.4.2.1 Temperature Control .......................................................................................................154
6.4.2.2 IR Source .........................................................................................................................154
6.4.2.3 GFC Wheel ......................................................................................................................155
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6.4.2.4 IR Photo-Detector ............................................................................................................156
6.4.3 Synchronous Demodulator (Sync/Demod) Assembly ....................................................................156
6.4.3.1 Signal Synchronization and Demodulation......................................................................157
6.4.3.2 Sync/Demod Status LEDs ...............................................................................................158
6.4.3.3 Photo-Detector Temperature Control ..............................................................................159
6.4.3.4 Dark Calibration Switch ...................................................................................................159
6.4.4 Relay Board ...................................................................................................................................159
6.4.4.1 Heater Control .................................................................................................................159
6.4.4.2 GFC Wheel Motor Control ...............................................................................................159
6.4.4.3 Zero/Span Valve Options ................................................................................................159
6.4.4.4 IR Source .........................................................................................................................160
6.4.4.5 I2C Watch Dog Circuitry ..................................................................................................161
6.4.5 MotherBoard ..................................................................................................................................161
6.4.5.1 A to D Conversion ...........................................................................................................161
6.4.5.2 Sensor Inputs ..................................................................................................................161
6.4.5.3 Thermistor Interface ........................................................................................................162
6.4.5.4 Analog Outputs ................................................................................................................162
6.4.5.5 Internal Digital I/O ............................................................................................................162
6.4.5.6 External Digital I/O ...........................................................................................................163
6.4.6 I2C Data Bus ...................................................................................................................................163
6.4.7 Power Supply/ Circuit Breaker .......................................................................................................163
6.4.8 Front Panel Touchscreen/Display Interface ...................................................................................165
6.4.8.1 LVDS Transmitter Board .................................................................................................165
6.4.8.2 Front Panel Touchscreen/Display Interface PCA ............................................................165
6.5 Software Operation ....................................................................................................................................166
6.5.1 Adaptive Filter ................................................................................................................................166
6.5.2 Calibration - Slope and Offset ........................................................................................................167
6.5.3 Measurement Algorithm .................................................................................................................167
6.5.4 Temperature and Pressure Compensation ....................................................................................167
Appendix A – MODBUS Registers
Appendix B – Interconnect Diagram
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FIGURES
Figure 2-1. Front Panel Layout .................................................................................................................................20
Figure 2-2. Rear Panel Layout .................................................................................................................................21
Figure 2-3. Internal Layout – T300 ...........................................................................................................................23
Figure 2-4. Internal Layout – T300M ........................................................................................................................24
Figure 2-5. Optical Bench Layout (shorter bench, T300M, shown) ..........................................................................25
Figure 2-6. Analog Output Connector ......................................................................................................................27
Figure 2-7. Current Loop Option Installed on Motherboard .....................................................................................28
Figure 2-8. Status Output Connector for Digital Outputs..........................................................................................29
Figure 2-9. Control Input Connector .........................................................................................................................30
Figure 2-10. Concentration Alarm Relay ..................................................................................................................31
Figure 2-11. Rear Panel Connector Pin-Outs for RS-232 Mode ..............................................................................32
Figure 2-12. Default Pin Assignments for CPU COM Port connector (RS-232) ......................................................33
Figure 2-13. Jumper and Cables for Multidrop Mode ...............................................................................................35
Figure 2-14. RS-232-Multidrop PCA Host/Analyzer Interconnect Diagram .............................................................36
Figure 2-15. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Basic Configuration Using Bottled Span Gas ......................40
Figure 2-16. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Basic Configuration Using Gas Dilution Calibrator ..............41
Figure 2-17. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50A: Zero/Span ........................................................42
Figure 2-18. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50B: Ambient Zero/Pressurized Span ......................44
Figure 2-19. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50E: Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span .....................45
Figure 2-20. T300 Pneumatic Connections – Option 50H: Zero/Span.....................................................................47
Figure 2-21. T300/T300M Internal Gas Flow (Basic Configuration) .........................................................................48
Figure 2-22. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50A – Zero/Span Valves .............................................49
Figure 2-23. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50B – Zero/Span/Shutoff Valves.................................50
Figure 2-24. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50E – Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span with IZS .......51
Figure 2-25. T300 Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50H – Zero Scrubber/Ambient Span .......................................52
Figure 2-26. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatics with O2 Sensor Option ...................................................................53
Figure 2-27. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatics with CO2 Sensor Option ................................................................53
Figure 2-28. Status Screens at Startup ....................................................................................................................54
Figure 2-29. Home Page Example ...........................................................................................................................55
Figure 2-30. Viewing Active Alerts Page ..................................................................................................................55
Figure 2-31. Sample Dashboard Page .....................................................................................................................56
Figure 2-43. DAS Download Page ...........................................................................................................................67
Figure 2-49. Homescreen Configuration ..................................................................................................................73
Figure 2-50. Digital Outputs Setup ...........................................................................................................................74
Figure 2-51. Analog Output Configuration Example .................................................................................................75
Figure 2-52. Analog Outputs Group Calibration Screen...........................................................................................76
Figure 2-53. Analog Outputs Manual Calibration Screen (AOUT2 Example) ..........................................................76
Figure 2-54. Setup for Checking / Calibrating DCV Analog Output Signal Levels ...................................................77
Figure 2-55. Setup for Checking / Calibration Current Output Signal Levels ...........................................................78
Figure 2-56. Alternative Setup Using 250Ω Resistor for Checking Current Output Signal Levels ...........................79
Figure 2-57. Communications Configuration, Network Settings ..............................................................................81
Figure 2-58. Configuration Transfer .........................................................................................................................82
Figure 3-1. MODBUS via Ethernet ...........................................................................................................................85
Figure 3-2. MODBUS via Serial Communication (example) ....................................................................................86
Figure 3-3. Serial Communication, Setting Hessen Protocol ...................................................................................87
Figure 4-1. Multi-Point Calibration Page ..................................................................................................................93
Figure 4-2. Zero and Span Calibration Screens .......................................................................................................95
Figure 4-3. Auto Cal Page ........................................................................................................................................97
Figure 4-4. O2 Sensor Calibration Set Up ..............................................................................................................100
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Figure 4-5. CO2 Sensor Calibration Set Up ............................................................................................................101
Figure 5-1: Report Generation Page ......................................................................................................................106
Figure 5-2. Remote Update Page...........................................................................................................................107
Figure 5-3. Manual Update Page (and other utilities).............................................................................................107
Figure 5-4. Touchscreen Calibration Page .............................................................................................................108
Figure 5-5. Time Zone Change Requirements .......................................................................................................109
Figure 5-6. Sample Particulate Filter Assembly .....................................................................................................110
Figure 5-7. CPU Status Indicator ............................................................................................................................118
Figure 5-8. Sync/Demod Board Status LED Locations ..........................................................................................119
Figure 5-9. Relay Board Status LEDs ....................................................................................................................120
Figure 5-10. Typical Set Up of Status Output Test .................................................................................................133
Figure 5-11. Location of Diagnostic LEDs onCO2 Sensor PCA .............................................................................134
Figure 5-12. Critical Flow Restrictor Assembly/Disassembly .................................................................................135
Figure 5-13. Opening the GFC Wheel Housing .....................................................................................................136
Figure 5-14. Removing the Opto-Pickup Assembly ...............................................................................................137
Figure 5-15. Removing the GFC Wheel Housing ...................................................................................................137
Figure 5-16. Removing the GFC Wheel .................................................................................................................138
Figure 5-17. Location of Sync/Demod Housing Mounting Screws .........................................................................139
Figure 5-18. Location of Sync/Demod Gain Potentiometer ....................................................................................139
Figure 6-1. Measurement Fundamentals ...............................................................................................................145
Figure 6-2. GFC Wheel ..........................................................................................................................................145
Figure 6-3. Measurement Fundamentals with GFC Wheel ....................................................................................146
Figure 6-4. Effect of CO in the Sample on CO MEAS & CO REF ..........................................................................147
Figure 6-5. Effects of Interfering Gas on CO MEAS & CO REF ............................................................................147
Figure 6-6. Chopped IR Signal ...............................................................................................................................148
Figure 6-7. Internal Pneumatic Flow – Basic Configuration ...................................................................................149
Figure 6-8. Flow Control Assembly & Critical Flow Orifice .....................................................................................150
Figure 6-9. Electronic Block Diagram .....................................................................................................................152
Figure 6-10. CPU Board .........................................................................................................................................153
Figure 6-11. GFC Light Mask .................................................................................................................................155
Figure 6-12. Segment Sensor and M/R Sensor Output .........................................................................................156
Figure 6-13. T300/T300M Sync/Demod Block Diagram.........................................................................................157
Figure 6-14. Sample & Hold Timing .......................................................................................................................158
Figure 6-15. Location of relay board Status LEDs .................................................................................................160
Figure 6-16. Power Distribution Block Diagram .....................................................................................................164
Figure 6-17. Front Panel and Display Interface Block Diagram .............................................................................165
Figure 6-18. Basic Software Operation ..................................................................................................................166
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TABLES
Table 1-1. T300/T300M Basic Unit Specifications ...................................................................................................15
Table 1-2. O2 Sensor Option Specifications .............................................................................................................16
Table 1-3. CO2 Sensor Option Specifications ..........................................................................................................16
Table 2-1. Ventilation Clearance ..............................................................................................................................19
Table 2-2. Rear Panel Description ...........................................................................................................................21
Table 2-3. Analog Output Pin-Outs ..........................................................................................................................27
Table 2-4. Status Output Pin Assignments ..............................................................................................................30
Table 2-5. Control Input Signals ...............................................................................................................................31
Table 2-6. NIST-SRM's Available for Traceability of CO Calibration Gases .............................................................39
Table 2-7. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50A .................................................................................49
Table 2-8. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50B .................................................................................50
Table 2-9. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50E .................................................................................51
Table 2-10. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50H ...............................................................................52
Table 2-11. Menu Overview .....................................................................................................................................57
Table 2-12. Utilities Submenu Descriptions .............................................................................................................63
Table 2-13. List of Variables with Descriptions ........................................................................................................72
Table 2-14. Analog Output Voltage/Current Range .................................................................................................76
Table 2-15. Voltage Tolerances ...............................................................................................................................77
Table 2-16. Current Loop Output Check ..................................................................................................................79
Table 2-17. Setup>Instrument Menu ........................................................................................................................79
Table 2-18. COM1/COM2 Configuration ..................................................................................................................80
Table 2-19. LAN/Ethernet Configuration Properties .................................................................................................81
Table 3-1. Ethernet Status Indicators .......................................................................................................................84
Table 3-2. Teledyne API's Hessen Protocol Response Modes ................................................................................88
Table 3-3. Default Hessen Status Flag Assignments ...............................................................................................89
Table 4-1. AUTO CAL States ...................................................................................................................................97
Table 4-2. Auto Cal Setup Combinations .................................................................................................................98
Table 4-3. Auto Cal Programming Sequence Execution ..........................................................................................98
Table 4-4. Calibration Data Quality Evaluation ........................................................................................................99
Table 5-1. T300/T300M Maintenance Schedule ....................................................................................................103
Table 5-2. T300/T300M Functions Record .............................................................................................................104
Table 5-3. Predictive Uses for Dashboard Functions .............................................................................................105
Table 5-4. Alerts - Indicated Failures......................................................................................................................114
Table 5-5. Dashboard Functions - Indicated Failures ............................................................................................116
Table 5-6. Sync/Demod Board Status Failure Indications .....................................................................................118
Table 5-7. I2C Status LED Failure Indications ........................................................................................................119
Table 5-8. Relay Board Status LED Failure Indications .........................................................................................120
Table 5-9. DC Power Test Point and Wiring Color Codes .....................................................................................128
Table 5-10. DC Power Supply Acceptable Levels ..................................................................................................129
Table 5-11. Relay Board Control Devices ..............................................................................................................130
Table 5-12. Opto Pickup Board Nominal Output Frequencies ...............................................................................131
Table 13. Absorption Path Length ..........................................................................................................................144
Table 6-14. Sync DEMOD Sample and Hold Circuits ............................................................................................158
Table 6-15. Sync/Demod Status LED Activity ........................................................................................................158
Table 6-16. Relay Board Status LEDs....................................................................................................................160
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1. INTRODUCTION, SPECIFICATIONS, APPROVALS, & COMPLIANCE
Teledyne API’s Model T300 and Model T300M are Gas Filter Correlation Carbon
Monoxide Analyzers. These microprocessor-controlled analyzers are used to determine
the concentration of carbon monoxide (CO) in a sample gas drawn through the
instrument. The analysis method is based on the Beer-Lambert law, an empirical
relationship that relates the absorption of light to the properties of the material through
which the light is traveling over a defined distance. In this case the light is infrared
radiation (IR) traveling through a sample chamber filled with gas bearing a varying
concentration of CO.
The T300/T300M uses Gas Filter Correlation (GFC) to overcome the interfering effects
of various other gases (such as water vapor) that also absorb IR. The analyzer passes the
IR beam through a spinning wheel made up of two separate chambers: one containing a
high concentration of CO known as the reference, and the other containing a neutral gas
known as the measure. The concentration of CO in the sample chamber is computed by
taking the ratio of the instantaneous measure and reference values and then compensating
the ratio for sample temperature and pressure.
Proprietary software allows configurable data acquisition capability that can be triggered
conditionally or periodically, enabling operators to perform predictive diagnostics and
enhanced data analysis by tracking parameter trends. Reports can be downloaded onto a
USB flash drive or via the I/O ports. Operators can also view real-time graphing with one
touch of the interface screen.
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1.1 SPECIFICATIONS
Measurement Units
ppb, ppm, µg/m3, mg/m3 (user selectable)
ppm, mg/m3 (user selectable)
Zero Noise1
< 0.02 ppm RMS
< 0.1 ppm RMS
Span Noise1
< 0.5% of reading RMS over 5 ppm
< 0.5% of reading RMS above 20 ppm
Lower Detectable Limit1
< 0.04 ppm
0.2 ppm
Zero Drift (24 hours) 2
< 0.1 ppm
< 0.5 ppm
Span Drift (24 hours) 2
< 0.5% of reading
< 0.5% of reading
Response Time 1
< 70 seconds to 95%
< 70 seconds to 95%
1 Ethernet: 10/100Base-T
4 analog outputs
3 4-20mA current outputs
Table 1-1. T300/T300M Basic Unit Specifications
PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Ranges Min: 0-1 ppm Full scale
Max: 0-1,000 ppm Full scale
T300 T300M
Min: 0-5 ppm Full scale
Max: 0-5,000 ppm Full scale
(user selectable, dual-range supported)
Linearity 1% of full scale
±1% of full scale
Precision 0.5% of reading RMS above 5 ppm 1.0% of reading
Sample Flow Rate 800 cc/min ±10% 800 cc/min ±10%
(O2 Sensor option adds 120 cm³/min to total flow when installed)
AC Power Rating Typical Power Consumption
110-120 V~, 60 Hz 3.0 A
220-240 V~, 50/60 Hz 3.0 A
155 W
160 W
Analog Output Ranges All Outputs: 10V, 5V, 1V, 0.1V (selectable)
Three outputs convertible to 4-20 mA isolated current loop.
All Ranges with 5% under/over-range
Analog Output Resolution 1 part in 4096 of selected full-scale voltage
Recorder Offset ±10%
Standard I/O
2 RS-232 (300 – 115,200 baud)
2 USB device ports
8 opto-isolated digital status outputs
6 opto-isolated digital control inputs
Optional I/O 1 RS485 or Multidrop RS232
Temperature Range
Humidity Range 0-95% RH, Non-Condensing
Temp Coefficient
Voltage Coefficient < 0.05 % per V
Dimensions (HxWxD) 7" x 17" x 23.5" (178 mm x 432 mm x 597 mm)
Weight 40 lbs (18.1 kg)
Environmental Conditions Installation Category (Over voltage Category) II Pollution Degree 2
1
As defined by the USEPA
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4 digital alarm outputs (2 opto-isolated and 2 dry contact)
5 - 40°C operating, 10 - 40°C EPA Designation (T300 only)
< 0.05 % per °C (minimum 50 ppb/°C)
For outdoor use only, to ≤ 2000 m altitude
2
At constant temperature and pressure
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Zero Noise
<0.02% O2
Rise and Fall Time
<60 seconds to 95%
Table 1-2. O
Sensor Option Specifications
2
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
Ranges 0-1% to 0-100% user selectable. Dual ranges and auto-ranging supported.
1
Lower Detectable Limit2 <0.04% O2
Zero Drift (24 hours) 3 <± 0.02% O2
Span Noise
1
<± 0.05% O2
Accuracy (intrinsic error) <± 0.1% O2
Linearity <± 0.1 % O2
Temp Coefficient <± 0.05% O2 /°C,
1
As defined by the USEPA
2
Defined as twice the zero noise level by the USEPA
3
Note: zero drift is typically <± 0.1% O
during the first 24 hrs of operation
2
Table 1-3. CO
Sensor Option Specifications
2
PARAMETER DESCRIPTION
Ranges
Zero Noise1 <0.02% CO2
Lower Detectable Limit2 <0.04% CO2
Zero Drift (24 hours) <± 0.02% CO2
Zero Drift (7 days) <± 0.05% CO2
Span Noise1 <± 0.1% CO2
Span Drift (7 days) <± 0.1% CO2
Accuracy <± (1.5% of range + 2% of reading)
Linearity <± 0.1% CO2
Temperature Coefficient <± 0.01% CO2 /°C
Rise and Fall Time <60 seconds to 95%
1
As defined by the USEPA
2
Defined as twice the zero noise level by the USEPA
0-1% to 0-20% user selectable. Dual ranges and autoranging supported.
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1.2 EPA DESIGNATION
Teledyne API’s Model T300, Gas Filter Correlation Carbon Monoxide Analyzer, is
designated as a US EPA Reference Method, Designation Number RFCA-1093-093 for
CO measurement. The official “List of Designated Reference and Equivalent Methods” is
published in the U.S. Federal Register: http://www3.epa.gov/ttn/amtic/criteria.html
specifies the instrument’s settings and configurations.
, and
Note
EPA designation does not apply to the T300M model.
1.3 APPROVALS AND CERTIFICATIONS
The Teledyne API Model T300/T300M analyzer was tested and certified for Safety and
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). This Section presents the compliance statements
for those requirements and directives.
1.3.1 SAFETY
IEC/EN 61010-1:2010 (3rd Edition), Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control, and laboratory use.
CE: 2006/95/EC, Low-Voltage Directive
1.3.2 EMC
EN 61326-1 (IEC 61326-1), Class A Emissions/Industrial Immunity
FCC 47 CFR Part 15B, Class A Emissions
CE: 2004/108/EC, Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
1.3.3 OTHER TYPE CERTIFICATIONS
EN 15267 – Ambient Air Measurement for CO
EN 14626 – Air Quality – Ambient Air Automated Measuring Systems
Sira MC 050069/07
For additional certifications, please contactTechnical Support.
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2. GETTING STARTED
analyzer.
ATTENTION
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
discharges too small to be felt by the human nervous system. Failure
protection when working with
warranty. Refer to the
manual, Fundamentals of ESD, PN 04786, which can be downloaded
from our website at http://www.teledyne-api.com.
ATTENTION
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
SAMPLE and EXHAUST ports on the rear panel.
Note
(RMA) on our Website at http://www.teledyne-api.com.
This Section addresses unpacking, connecting, and initializing the instrument, getting an
overview of the menu system, and setting up/configuring the functions.
2.1 UNPACKING
To avoid personal injury, always use two persons to lift and carry the
CAUTION - GENERAL SAFETY HAZARD
Printed Circuit Assemblies (PCAs) are sensitive to electro-static
to use Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)
electronic assemblies will void the instrument
Do not operate this instrument without first removing dust plugs from
Teledyne API recommends that you store shipping containers and
materials for future use if/when the instrument should be returned to
the factory for repair and/or calibration service. See Warranty
statement in this manual and Return Merchandise Authorization
Verify that there is no apparent external shipping damage. If damage has occurred, please
advise the shipper first, then Teledyne API.
Included with your instrument is a printed record of the final performance
characterization performed on your instrument at the factory. This record, titled Final
Test and Validation Data Sheet, is an important quality assurance and calibration record
and should be placed in the quality records file for this instrument.
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With no power to the unit, carefully remove the top cover of the instrument and check for
2.5 cm / 1 in
2.5 cm / 1 in
internal shipping damage by carrying out the following steps:
1. Carefully remove the top cover and check for internal shipping damage.
a. Remove the screws located on the instrument’s sides.
b. Slide cover backward until it clears the instrument’s front bezel.
c. Lift cover straight up.
2. Inspect instrument interior to ensure all circuit boards and other
components are intact and securely seated.
3. Check the connectors of the various internal wiring harnesses and
pneumatic hoses to ensure they are firmly and securely seated.
4. Verify that all of the optional hardware ordered with the unit has been
installed. These are listed on the paperwork accompanying the instrument.
WARNING – ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Never disconnect PCAs, wiring harnesses or electronic
subassemblies while under power.
2.1.1 VENTILATION CLEARANCE
Whether the analyzer is set up on a bench or installed into an instrument rack, be sure to
leave sufficient ventilation clearance.
Table 2-1. Ventilation Clearance
AREA MINIMUM REQUIRED CLEARANCE
Back of the instrument
Sides of the instrument
Above and below the instrument
10 cm / 4 in
Various rack mount kits are available for this analyzer. Contact Sales for more
information.
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2.2 INSTRUMENT LAYOUT
Instrument layout includes front panel, rear panel connectors, and internal chassis layout.
2.2.1 FRONT PANEL
The front panel (Figure 2-1) includes two USB ports for peripheral device connections,
which can be used with mouse and keyboard as alternatives to the touchscreen interface,
or with flash drive for uploads/downloads (devices not included).
Figure 2-1. Front Panel Layout
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2.2.2 REAR PANEL
Figure 2-2 shows the layout of the rear panel.
Figure 2-2. Rear Panel Layout
Table 2-2 provides a description of each component on the rear panel.
Table 2-2. Rear Panel Description
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COMPONENT
FUNCTION
cooling fan
AC power
PRESSURE/SPAN
AIR/IZS
COM 2
RS-232
CONTROL IN
ALARM
connector
Pulls ambient air into chassis through side vents and exhausts through rear.
Connector for three-prong cord to apply AC power to the analyzer.
CAUTION! The cord’s power specifications (specs) MUST comply with the power
specs on the analyzer’s rear panel Model number label
Model/specs label
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
VENT/SPAN (option)
(option)
(option)
RX TX
DCE DTE
STATUS
ANALOG OUT
ETHERNET
Identifies the analyzer model number and provides voltage and frequency specs
Connect a gas line from the source of sample gas here.
Calibration gases are also inlet here on units without zero/span/shutoff valve options
installed.
Connect an exhaust gas line of not more than 10 meters long here that leads outside
the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
Please refer to the applicable connections
instructions in Section 2.3.2 for your option(s)
and to Section 2.3.3 for the respective
pneumatic flow diagram.
LEDs indicate receive (RX) and transmit (TX) activity on the when blinking.
Serial communications port for RS-232 or RS-485. (Sections 2.3.1.7, 2.5.10, and 3).
Serial communications port for RS-232 only. (Sections 2.3.1.7, 2.5.10, and 3).
Switch to select either data terminal equipment or data communication equipment
during RS-232 communication. (Section 3).
For ouputs to devices such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
(Section 2.3.1.4).
For voltage or current loop outputs to a strip chart recorder and/or a data logger.
(Sections 2.3.1.2 and 2.3.1.3).
For remotely activating the zero and span calibration modes. (Section 2.3.1.5).
Option for concentration alarms and system warnings. (Section 2.3.1.6).
Connector for network or Internet remote communication, using Ethernet cable
(Sections 2.3.1.7 and 2.5.10).
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2.2.3 INTERNAL CHASSIS
Figure 2-3 shows the T300 internal layout. Figure 2-4 shows the T300M internal layout.
Figure 2-3. Internal Layout – T300
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Figure 2-4. Internal Layout – T300M
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Figure 2-5. Optical Bench Layout (shorter bench, T300M, shown)
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2.3 CONNECTIONS AND STARTUP
Note
WARNING – Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not operate with cover off.
CAUTION – Avoid Damage to the Instrument
This Section presents the electrical (Section 2.3.1) and pneumatic (Section 2.3.2)
connections for setup and preparing for instrument operation.
2.3.1 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
To maintain compliance with EMC standards, cable must be no
longer than 3 meters for all I/O connections.
• High Voltages are present inside the instrument’s case.
• Power connection must have functioning ground connection.
• Do not defeat the ground wire on power plug.
• Turn off instrument power before disconnecting or connecting
electrical subassemblies.
•
Ensure that the AC power voltage matches the voltage indicated on
the instrument’s model/specs label before plugging it into line
power.
2.3.1.1 CONNECTING POWER
Attach the power cord between the instrument’s AC power connector and a power outlet
capable of carrying at least the rated current at your AC voltage range and ensure that it is
equipped with a functioning earth ground. It is important to adhere to all safety and
cautionary messages.
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2.3.1.2 CONNECTING ANALOG OUTPUTS
ANALOG OUT
A1 A2 A3 A4
+ - + - + - + -
ANALOG
STANDARD
CURRENT
7
V Out
I Out +
The rear panel Analog Output channels A1 through A4 can be mapped to reflect various
operating values in the analyzer, including concentration values, temperatures, pressures,
etc. These mappings are not configured by default and must be set by the user.
An optional Current Loop output (Section 2.3.1.3) is available for A1, A2 and A3 only.
To access these signals attach a strip chart recorder and/or data-logger to the appropriate
analog output connections on the rear panel of the analyzer.
ConFigure through the Setup>Analog Outputs menu (Section 2.5.8).
Figure 2-6. Analog Output Connector
Table 2-3. Analog Output Pin-Outs
PIN
OUTPUT
1
2 Ground I Out -
3
4 Ground I Out -
5
6 Ground I Out -
8 Ground I Out -
A1
A2
A3
A4
SIGNAL OUT
User-selected
through the
Setup>Analog
Outputs menu.
VOLTAGE OUTPUT
V Out I Out +
V Out I Out +
V Out I Out +
2.3.1.3 CURRENT LOOP ANALOG OUTPUTS (OPTION 41) SETUP
If your analyzer had this option installed at the factory, there are no further connections to
be made. Otherwise, it can be installed as a retrofit for each of the analog outputs. This
option converts the DC voltage analog output to a current signal with 0-20 mA output
current, which can be scaled to any set of limits within that 0-20 mA range. However,
most current loop applications call for either 2-20 mA or 4-20 mA range. All current loop
outputs have a +5% over-range. Ranges with the lower limit set to more than 1 mA (e.g.,
2-20 or 4-20 mA) also have a -5% under-range.
LOOP OPTION
Figure 2-7 provides installation instructions and illustrates a sample configuration of one
current output and two voltage outputs. Following Figure 2-7 are instructions for
converting current loop analog outputs to standard 0-to-5 VDC outputs. To calibrate or
adjust these outputs use the Setup>Analog Outputs menu (Section 2.5.8).
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CAUTION – Avoid Invalidating Warranty
Servicing or handling of circuit components requires
electrostatic discharge protection, i.e. ESD grounding straps,
mats and containers. Failure to use ESD protection when
working with electronic assemblies will void the instrument
warranty. For information on preventing ESD damage, refer to
the manual, Fundamentals of ESD, PN 04786, which can be
downloaded from our website at http://www.teledyne-api.com.
Figure 2-7. Current Loop Option Installed on Motherboard
CONVERTING CURRENT LOOP ANALOG OUTPUTS TO STANDARD VOLTAGE OUTPUTS
To convert an output configured for current loop operation to the standard 0 to 5 VDC
output operation:
1. Turn off power to the analyzer.
2. If a recording device was connected to the output being modified, disconnect it.
3. Remove the top cover.
• Remove the screws fastening the top cover to the unit (both sides).
• Slide the cover back and lift straight up.
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4. Remove the screw holding the current loop option to the motherboard.
5. Disconnect the current loop option PCA from the appropriate connector on the
motherboard (see Figure 2-7).
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6. Each connector, J19 and J23, requires two shunts. Place one shunt on the two left-
nal device. When
connecting to a unit that does not have this feature, an
external dropping resistor must be used to limit the
its collector to emitter.
STATUS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 D +
Map the digital outputs 1 thru 8 through the
Setup>Digital Outputs menu.
most pins and the second shunt on the two pins next to it (see Figure 2-7).
7. Reattach the top case to the analyzer.
• The analyzer is now ready to have a voltage-sensing, recording device attached
to that output.
8. Calibrate the analog output in the Setup>Analog Outputs>Analog Output Cal menu.
2.3.1.4 CONNECTING THE STATUS OUTPUTS (DIGITAL OUTPUTS)
The 12-pin STATUS connector allows the digital status outputs to report analyzer
conditions (configured through the Setup>Digital Outputs menu) via optically isolated
NPN transistors, which sink up to 50 mA of DC current. These outputs can be used to
interface with devices that accept logic-level digital inputs, such as Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs). Each status bit is an open collector output that can withstand up to
40 VDC. All of the emitters of these transistors are tied together and available at pin D
(see Figure 2-8).
ATTENTION
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
Most PLCs have internal provisions for limiting the current
that the input will draw from an exter
current through the transistor output to less than 50 mA.
At 50 mA, the transistor will drop approximately 1.2V from
Figure 2-8. Status Output Connector for Digital Outputs
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Table 2-4. Status Output Pin Assignments
DEFINITION
CONTROL IN
A B C D E F U +
LOW SPAN
ZERO
CONTROL IN
A B C D E F U +
LOW SPAN
ZERO
-
+
5 VDC Power
Supply
Local Power Connections
External Power Connections
HIGH RANGE
HIGH RANGE
PIN
STATUS
CONDITION
Configurable
1-8
through the
Setup>Digital
Collector side of individual status output opto-isolators.
Outputs menu
D Emitter BUS
Blank NO CONNECTION
+ DC Power + 5 VDC, 300 mA source maximum
Digital Ground
The emitters of the transistors on pins 1 to 8 are bussed
together.
The ground level from the analyzer’s internal DC power
supplies. This connection should be used as the ground
return when +5VDC power is used.
2.3.1.5 CONNECTING THE CONTROL INPUTS (DIGITAL INPUTS)
With zero and span valves option installed, their digital control inputs are provided
through the rear panel 10-pin CONTROL IN connector to remotely activate the zero and
span calibration modes.
Energize the Control Inputs either by the internal +5V available from the pin labeled “+”
(more convenient), or by a separate external 5 VDC power supply (ensures that these
inputs are truly isolated). Refer to Figure 2-9
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Figure 2-9. Control Input Connector
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Table 2-5. Control Input Signals
U
External Power input
Input pin for +5 VDC required to activate pins A – F.
INPUT # STATUS DEFINITION ON CONDITION
A
B
C
D, E
& F
REMOTE ZERO CAL
REMOTE SPAN CAL
REMOTE CAL HIGH RANGE
SPARE
The analyzer is placed in Zero Calibration mode.
The analyzer is placed in span calibration mode as part of performing a low
span (midpoint) calibration.
The analyzer is forced into high range for zero or span calibrations. This
only applies when the range mode is either DUAL or AUTO.
Digital Ground
+
5 VDC output
The ground level from the analyzer’s internal DC power supplies (same as
chassis ground).
Internally generated 5V DC power. To activate inputs A – F, place a jumper
between this pin and the “U” pin. The maximum amperage through this port
is 300 mA (combined with the analog output supply, if used).
2.3.1.6 CONNECTING THE CONCENTRATION ALARM RELAY (OPTION 61)
The concentration alarm option provides four (4) “dry contact” relays on the rear panel
(Figure 2-10) , each with 3 pins: Common (C), Normally Open (NO), and Normally
Closed (NC). The Relays can be mapped to reflect various internal instrument conditions
and states. ConFigure these outputs through the Setup>Digital Outputs menu
(Section 2.5.7) under MB Relay [1 thru 4].
Figure 2-10. Concentration Alarm Relay
2.3.1.7 CONNECTING THE COMMUNICATION INTERFACES
For remote communications, the rear panel provides Ethernet, USB, RS-232, optional
RS-232 Multidrop, and optional RS-485 connectors. In addition to using the appropriate
cables, each type of communication method must be configured using the
SETUP>COMM menu, Section 2.5.10).
ETHERNET CONNECTION
For network or Internet communication with the analyzer, connect an Ethernet cable from
the analyzer’s rear panel Ethernet interface connector to an Ethernet access port.
Although Ethernet is DHCP-enabled by default, it should be manually configured
(Section 2.5.10.5) with a static IP address.
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RS-232 CONNECTION
IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA
For RS-232 communications with data terminal equipment (DTE) or with data
communication equipment (DCE) connect either a DB9-female-to-DB9-female cable
(Teledyne API part number WR000077) or a DB9-female-to-DB25-male cable (Option
60A), as applicable, from the analyzer’s rear panel RS-232 port to the device. Adjust the
rear panel DCE-DTE switch (Figure 2-2) to select DTE or DCE as appropriate.
Configuration: Section Section 3.2.1 and/or Section 3.4.2 (for Hessen protocol).
IMPORTANT
Cables that appear to be compatible because of matching
connectors may incorporate internal wiring that makes the
link inoperable. Check cables acquired from sources other
than Teledyne API for pin assignments (Figure 2-11) before
using.
RS-232 COM PORT CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS
Electronically, the difference between the DCE and DTE is the pin assignment of the
Data Receive and Data Transmit functions.
• DTE devices receive data on pin 2 and transmit data on pin 3.
• DCE devices receive data on pin 3 and transmit data on pin 2.
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Figure 2-11. Rear Panel Connector Pin-Outs for RS-232 Mode
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The signals from these two connectors are routed from the motherboard via a wiring
harness to two 10-pin connectors on the CPU card, J11 (COM1) and J12 (COM2)
(Figure 2-12).
Figure 2-12. Default Pin Assignments for CPU COM Port connector (RS-232)
RS-232 COM PORT DEFAULT SETTINGS
Received from the factory, the analyzer is set up to emulate a DCE or modem, with Pin 3
of the DB-9 connector designated for receiving data and Pin 2 designated for sending
data. (View these parameters in the Setup>Comm>COM1[COM2] menu).
• RS-232 (COM1): RS-232 (fixed) DB-9 male connector.
• Baud rate: 115200 bits per second (baud)
• Data Bits: 8 data bits with 1 stop bit
• Parity: None
• COM2: RS-232 (configurable to RS-485), DB-9 female connector.
• Baud rate: 19200 bits per second (baud)
• Data Bits: 8 data bits with 1 stop bit
• Parity: None
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RS-232 MULTIDROP OPTION CONNECTION
ATTENTION
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
When the RS-232 Multidrop option is installed, connection adjustments and
configuration through the menu system are required. This Section provides instructions
for adjusting the internal connections, then for making the external connections, and ends
with instructions for menu-driven configuration.
Note Because the RS-232 Multidrop option uses both the RS232
and COM2 DB9 connectors on the analyzer’s rear panel to
connect the chain of instruments, COM2 port is no longer
available for separate RS-232 or RS-485 operation.
Printed Circuit Assemblies (PCAs) are sensitive to electrostatic discharges too small to be felt by the human
nervous system. Failure to use ESD protection when
working with electronic assemblies will void the
instrument warranty. Refer to the manual, Fundamentals
of ESD, PN 04786, which can be downloaded from our
website at http://www.teledyne-api.com
under Help Center
> Product Manuals in the Special Manuals section.
In each instrument with the Multidrop option there is a shunt jumpering two pins on the
serial Multidrop and LVDS printed circuit assembly (PCA), as shown in Figure 2-13.
This shunt must be removed from all instruments except that designated as last in the
multidrop chain, which must remain terminated. This requires powering off and opening
each instrument and making the following adjustments:
1. With NO power to the instrument, remove its top cover and lay the rear panel open
for access to the Multidrop/LVDS PCA, which is seated on the CPU.
2. On the Multidrop/LVDS PCA’s JP2 connector, remove the shunt that jumpers Pins
21 ↔ 22 as indicated in. (Do this for all but the last instrument in the chain where
the shunt should remain at Pins 21 ↔ 22).
3. Check that the following cable connections are made in all instruments (again refer
to Figure 2-13):
• J3 on the Multidrop/LVDS PCA to the CPU’s COM1 connector
(Note that the CPU’s COM2 connector is not used in Multidrop)
• J4 on the Multidrop/LVDS PCA to J12 on the motherboard
• J1 on the Multidrop/LVDS PCS to the front panel LCD
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Figure 2-13. Jumper and Cables for Multidrop Mode
↔
was previously the last instrument in the chain.
Note If you are adding an instrument to the end of a previously
configured chain, remove the shunt between Pins 21
4. Close the instrument.
5. Referring to Figure 2-14 use straight-through DB9 male DB9 female cables to
interconnect the host RS232 port to the first analyzer’s RS232 port; then from the
first analyzer’s COM2 port to the second analyzer’s RS232 port; from the second
analyzer’s COM2 port to the third analyzer’s RS232 port, etc., connecting in this
fashion up to eight analyzers, subject to the distance limitations of the RS-232
standard.
6. On the rear panel of each analyzer, adjust the DCE DTE switch so that the green
and the red LEDs (RX and TX) of the COM1 connector (labeled RS232) are both lit.
(Ensure you are using the correct RS-232 cables internally wired specifically for RS232 communication; see Error! Reference source not found., “Communication
Cables” and Section 2.3.1.7: Connecting the Communications Inerfaces, “RS-232
Connection”).
of JP2 on the Multidrop/LVDS PCA in the instrument that
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Analyzer
Analyzer
Analyzer
Last Analyzer
Female DB9
Male DB9
RS-232
COM2
RS-232
COM2
RS-232
COM2
RS-232
COM2
Host
RS-232 port
Ensure jumper is
installed
between
JP2 pins 21 ↔ 22 in
last instrument of
multidrop chain.
Note
Instrument ID’s must not be duplicated.
it before setting up the rest of the chain.
Figure 2-14. RS-232-Multidrop PCA Host
/Analyzer Interconnect Diagram
7. BEFORE communicating from the host, power on the instruments and check that
the Machine ID code is unique for each. In the Setup>Vars menu, check Instrument
ID in the list of variables. To change, select the variable and press the Edit button;
once changed, press the Enter button.
8. Next, in the Setup>Comm>COM1 menu (do not use the COM2 menu for multidrop),
use the Edit button to set COM1 Quiet Mode and COM1 Multidrop to ENABLED;
then press the Accept button.
9. Also check the COM1 Baud Rate to ensure it reads the same for all instruments
(edit if needed and press the Accept button).
•
• The (communication) Host instrument can only
address one instrument at a time.
• Teledyne API recommends setting up the first link,
between the Host and the first analyzer, and testing
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2.3.2 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS
exposure to CO.
This Section provides not only pneumatic connection information, but also important
information about the gases required for accurate calibration; Section 2.3.3 shows the
pneumatic flow diagrams for the analyzer in its basic configuration and with options.
Before making the pneumatic connections, carefully note the following cautionary and
special messages:
CAUTION – General Safety Hazard
• Carbon monoxide (CO) is a toxic gas. Do not vent calibration gas
or sample gas into enclosed areas.
• Obtain a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this material. Read and
rigorously follow the safety guidelines described there.
• Sample and calibration gases should only come into contact with
PTFE (Teflon), FEP, glass, stainless steel or brass.
• The exhaust from the analyzer’s internal pump MUST be vented
outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
• It is important to conform to all safety requirements regarding
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ATTENTION
COULD DAMAGE INSTRUMENT AND VOID WARRANTY
LEAK CHECK
Maximum Pressure:
Ideally the maximum pressure of any gas at the sample
inlet should equal ambient atmospheric pressure and
should NEVER exceed
1.5 in-hg above ambient pressure.
Venting Pressurized Gas:
In applications where any gas (span gas, zero air
supply, sample gas is) received from a pressurized
manifold, a vent must be provided to equalize the gas
with ambient atmospheric pressure before it enters the
analyzer to ensure that the gases input do not exceed
the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer, as well as
to prevent back diffusion and pressure effects. These
vents should be:
• at least 0.2m long
• no more than 2m long
• vented outside the shelter or immediate area
surrounding the instrument.
Dust Plugs:
Remove dust plugs from rear panel exhaust and supply
line fittings before powering on/operating instrument.
These plugs should be kept for reuse in the event of
future storage or shipping to prevent debris from
entering the pneumatics.
IMPORTANT
Run a leak check once the appropriate pneumatic
connections have been made; check all pneumatic fittings
for leaks using the procedures defined in Section 5.6.3.
See Figure 2-2 and Table 2-2 for the location and descriptions of the various pneumatic
inlets/outlets referenced in this section.
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2.3.2.1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CALIBRATION GASES
2614a
CO in Zero Air
45 ppm
Zero air and span gas are required for accurate calibration.
ZERO AIR
Zero air is a gas that is similar in chemical composition to the earth’s atmosphere but
scrubbed of all components that might affect the analyzer’s readings, in this case CO and
water vapor. If your analyzer is equipped with an Internal Zero Span (IZS) or an external
zero air scrubber option, it is capable of creating zero air.
If the analyzer is NOT equipped with the optional CO2 sensor, zero air should be
scrubbed of CO
as well, as this gas can also have an interfering effect on CO
2
measurements.
For analyzers without an IZS or external zero air scrubber option, a zero air generator
such as the Teledyne API Model T701 can be used.
SPAN GAS
Span gas is a gas specifically mixed to match the chemical composition of the type of gas
being measured at near full scale of the desired measurement range. In the case of CO
measurements made with the T300 or T300M Analyzer, it is recommended that you use a
span gas with a CO concentration equal to 80-90% of the measurement range for your
application.
EXAMPLE: If the application is to measure between 0 ppm and 500 ppb, an appropriate
span gas concentration would be 400-450 ppb CO in N2.
Cylinders of calibrated CO gas traceable to NIST-Standard Reference Material
specifications (also referred to as SRMs or EPA protocol calibration gases) are
commercially available. Table 2-6 lists specific NIST-SRM reference numbers for
various concentrations of CO.
Table 2-6. NIST-SRM's Available for Traceability of CO Calibration Gases
NIST-SRM TYPE
1680b CO in N2 500 ppm
1681b CO in N2 1000 ppm
2613a CO in Zero Air 20 ppm
1
2659a
2626a CO2 in N2 4% by weight
2745* CO2 in N2 16% by weight
1
Used to calibrate optional O2 sensor.
2
Used to calibrate optional CO2 sensor.
O2 in N2 21% by weight
NOMINAL
CONCENTRATION
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SPAN GAS FOR MULTIPOINT CALIBRATION
Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed during
calibration
VENT
MODEL 701
Zero Gas
Generator
Calibr ated
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
VENT
here if input
is pres su rized
SAMPLE
EXHA US T
Instrument
Chassis
Exhaust must be vented outside
of shelter or immediate area
sur rounding the instrument .
Some applications, such as EPA monitoring, require a multipoint calibration procedure
where span gases of different concentrations are needed. We recommend using a bottle
of calibrated CO gas of higher concentration in conjunction with a gas dilution calibrator
such as a Teledyne API’s T700. This type of calibrator precisely mixes a high
concentration gas with zero air (both supplied externally) to accurately produce span gas
of the correct concentration. Linearity profiles can be automated with this model and run
unattended over night.
2.3.2.2 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS: BASIC CONFIGURATION
Figure 2-15. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Basic Configuration Using Bottled Span Gas
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Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed during
calibration
VENT
MODEL 701
Zero Gas
Generator
Calibr ated
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
VENT
here if inp ut
is pressurized
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
Model 700 Gas
Dilut ion
Calibrator
Instrument
Chassis
Exhaust must be vented outside
of shelter or immediate area
sur rounding the i nstrument.
Note
Zero air and span gas inlets should supply their respective
gases in excess of the 800 cc3/min demand of the analyzer.
Figure 2-16. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Basic Configuration Using Gas Dilution Calibrator
SAMPLE GAS SOURCE
Attach a sample inlet line to the SAMPLE inlet port. The sample input line should not
be more than 2 meters long.
• Maximum pressure of any gas at the sample inlet should not exceed 1.5 in-hg above
ambient pressure and ideally should equal ambient atmospheric pressure.
• In applications where the sample gas is received from a pressurized manifold, a vent must
be placed on the sample gas before it enters the analyzer.
CALIBRATION GAS SOURCES
The source of calibration gas is also attached to the SAMPLE inlet, but only when a
calibration operation is actually being performed.
Note T300M: EPA designation does not apply to this model.
INPUT GAS VENTING
The span gas, zero air supply and sample gas line MUST be vented in order to ensure
that the gases input do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer as well as
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to prevent back diffusion and pressure effects. These vents should be:
• At least 0.2m long;
• No more than 2m long and;
• Vented outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
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EXHAUST OUTLET
Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed during
calibration
MODEL 701
Zero Gas
Generator
Calibr a ted
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
(Adjust to 30
psi g)
VENT
here if inp ut
is pressurized
PRESSURE/SPAN
AIR/IZS
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
VENT/SPAN
Model 700E gas
Dilut ion
Calibrator
VENT
VENT
Instrument
Chassis
Exhaust must be
vented outside of
shelter or immediate
area sur rounding
the instrument.
Attach an exhaust line to the analyzer’s EXHAUST outlet fitting. The exhaust line
should be:
• PTFE tubing; minimum O.D ¼”;
• A maximum of 10 meters long;
• Vented outside the T300/T300M Analyzer’s enclosure.
2.3.2.3 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS: AMBIENT ZERO/AMBIENT SPAN OPTION
This valve option is intended for applications where:
• Zero air is supplied by a zero air generator like the Teledyne API’s T701 and;
• Span gas is supplied by a gas dilution calibrator like the Teledyne API’s T700.
Internal zero/span and sample/cal valves control the flow of gas through the instrument,
but because the generator and calibrator limit the flow of zero air and span gas, no shutoff
valves are required.
See Figure 2-2 for the location of gas inlets.
Figure 2-17. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50A: Zero/Span
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SAMPLE GAS SOURCE
Attach a sample inlet line to the SAMPLE inlet port. The sample input line should not
be more than 2 meters long.
• Maximum pressure of any gas at the sample inlet should not exceed 1.5 in-hg above
ambient pressure and ideally should equal ambient atmospheric pressure.
• In applications where the sample gas is received from a pressurized manifold, a vent must
be placed on the sample gas before it enters the analyzer.
CALIBRATION GAS SOURCES
A vent may or may not be required when a T700-series is used with this option,
depending on how the T700-series model output manifold is configured.
SPAN GAS
• Attach a gas line from the source of calibration gas (e.g. a Teledyne API’s T700 Dynamic
Dilution Calibrator) to the SPAN inlet at 30 psig.
ZERO AIR
• Zero air is supplied via a zero air generator such as a Teledyne API’s T701.
• An adjustable valve is installed in the zero air supply line to regulate the gas flow.
INPUT GAS VENTING
The zero air supply and sample gas line MUST be vented in order to ensure that the
gases input do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer as well as to
prevent back diffusion and pressure effects. These vents should be:
• At least 0.2m long;
• No more than 2m long and;
Vented outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
EXHAUST OUTLET
Attach an exhaust line to the analyzer’s EXHAUST outlet fitting. The exhaust line
should be:
• PTFE tubing; minimum O.D ¼”;
• A maximum of 10 meters long;
• Vented outside the analyzer’s enclosure.
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2.3.2.4 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS: AMBIENT ZERO/PRESSURIZED SPAN OPTION
Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed during
calibration
VENT
MODEL 701
Zero Gas
Generator
Calibr a ted
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
(Adjust to 30
psi g)
VENT
here if inp ut
is pressurized
PRESSURE/SPAN
AIR/IZS
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
VENT/SPAN
VENT
Instrument
Chassis
Exhaust must be
vented outside of
shelter or immediate
area surrounding the
instrument.
This option requires that both zero air and span gas be supplied from external sources.
• Span gas will be supplied from a pressurized bottle of calibrated CO gas.
• A critical flow control orifice, internal to the instrument ensures that the proper
flow rate is maintained.
• An internal vent line ensures that the gas pressure of the span gas is reduced to
ambient atmospheric pressure.
• A SHUTOFF valve preserves the span gas source when it is not in use.
• Zero gas is supplied by either an external scrubber or a zero air generator such as the
Teledyne API’s T701.
Figure 2-18. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50B: Ambient Zero/Pressurized Span
SAMPLE GAS SOURCE
Attach a sample inlet line to the SAMPLE inlet port. The sample input line should not
be more than 2 meters long.
• Maximum pressure of any gas at the sample inlet should not exceed 1.5 in-hg above
ambient pressure and ideally should equal ambient atmospheric pressure.
• In applications where the sample gas is received from a pressurized manifold, a vent must
be placed on the sample gas before it enters the analyzer.
CALIBRATION GAS SOURCES
SPAN GAS
• Attach a gas line from the pressurized source of calibration gas (e.g. a bottle of NIST-SRM
gas) to the SPAN inlet at 30 psig.
ZERO AIR
• Zero air is supplied via a zero air generator such as a Teledyne API’s T701.
• An adjustable valve is installed in the zero air supply line to regulate the gas flow.
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INPUT GAS VENTING
Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed dur ing
calibration
VENT
Calibrated
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
(Adjust to 30
psi g)
VENT
here if inp ut
is pressurized
PRESSURE/SPAN
AIR/IZS
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
VENT/SPAN
Instrument
Cha ssis
Exhaust must be vented
outside of shelter or
immediate area surrounding
the instrument.
The zero air supply and sample gas line MUST be vented in order to ensure that the gases
input do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer as well as to prevent back
diffusion and pressure effects. These vents should be:
• At least 0.2m long;
• No more than 2m long and;
• Vented outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
A similar vent line should be connected to the VENT SPAN outlet on the back of the
analyzer.
EXHAUST OUTLET
Attach an exhaust line to the analyzer’s EXHAUST outlet fitting. The exhaust line
should be:
• PTFE tubing; minimum O.D ¼”;
• A maximum of 10 meters long;
1. Vented outside the analyzer’s enclosure.
2.3.2.5 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS: ZERO SCRUBBER/PRESSURIZED SPAN OPTION
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Figure 2-19. T300/T300M Pneumatic Connections – Option 50E: Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span
SAMPLE GAS SOURCE
Attach a sample inlet line to SAMPLE inlet port. The sample input line should not be
more than 2 meters long.
• Maximum pressure of any gas at the sample inlet should not exceed 1.5 in-hg above
ambient pressure and ideally should equal ambient atmospheric pressure.
• In applications where the sample gas is received from a pressurized manifold, a vent must
be placed on the sample gas before it enters the analyzer.
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CALIBRATION GAS SOURCES
SPAN GAS:
• Attach a gas line from the pressurized source of calibration gas (e.g. a bottle of NIST-SRM
gas) to the span inlet.
• Span gas can by generated by a T700 Dynamic Dilution Calibrator.
ZERO AIR:
• Zero air is supplied internally via a zero air scrubber that draws ambient air through the
ZERO AIR inlet.
INPUT GAS VENTING
The zero air supply and sample gas line MUST be vented in order to ensure that the gases
input do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer as well as to prevent back
diffusion and pressure effects. These vents should be:
• At least 0.2m long;
• No more than 2m long and;
• Vented outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
A similar vent line should be connected to the VENT SPAN outlet on the back of the
analyzer.
EXHAUST OUTLET
Attach an exhaust line to the analyzer’s EXHAUST outlet fitting. The exhaust line
should be:
• PTFE tubing; minimum O.D ¼”;
• A maximum of 10 meters long;
• Vented outside the analyzer’s enclosure.
2.3.2.6 PNEUMATIC CONNECTIONS: ZERO SCRUBBER/AMBIENT SPAN OPTION
Not available in the T300M, Option 50H is operationally and pneumatically similar to
Option 50A described earlier, except that the zero air is generated by an internal zero air
scrubber. This means that the IZS inlet can simply be left open to ambient air.
Internal zero/span and sample/cal valves control the flow of gas through the instrument,
but because the generator and calibrator limit the flow of zero air and span gas no shutoff
valves are required.
See Figure 2-2 for the location of gas inlets and outlets and span gas no shutoff valves are
required.
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PRESSURE/SPAN
AIR/IZS
SAMPLE
EXHAUST
VENT/SPAN
Source of
SAMPLE GAS
Removed during
calibration
Calibra ted
CO Gas
at span gas
concentration
VENT
here if inp ut
is pressurized
Model 700 gas
Dilut ion
Calibrator
VENT
Instrument
Chassis
Exhaust must be vented outside
of shelter or immediate area
sur rounding the instrument.
Figure 2-20. T300 Pneumatic Connections – Option 50H: Zero/Span
SAMPLE GAS SOURCE
Attach a sample inlet line to SAMPLE inlet port. The sample input line should not be
more than 2 meters long.
• Maximum pressure of any gas at the sample inlet should not exceed 1.5 in-Hg above
ambient pressure and ideally should equal ambient atmospheric pressure.
• In applications where the sample gas is received from a pressurized manifold, a vent must
be placed on the sample gas before it enters the analyzer.
CALIBRATION GAS SOURCES
SPAN GAS
• Attach a gas line from the source of calibration gas (e.g. a Teledyne API’s T700E Dynamic
Dilution Calibrator) to the SPAN inlet.
ZERO AIR
• Zero air is supplied internally via a zero air scrubber that draws ambient air through the IZS
inlet.
INPUT GAS VENTING
The zero air supply and sample gas line MUST be vented in order to ensure that the
gases input do not exceed the maximum inlet pressure of the analyzer as well as to
prevent back diffusion and pressure effects. These vents should be:
• At least 0.2m long;
• No more than 2m long and;
• Vented outside the shelter or immediate area surrounding the instrument.
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EXHAUST OUTLET
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
SAMPLE GAS
INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particulate Fi lter
PUMP
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
Attach an exhaust line to the analyzer’s EXHAUST outlet fitting. The exhaust line
should be:
• PTFE tubing; minimum O.D ¼”;
• A maximum of 10 meters long;
• Vented outside the analyzer’s enclosure.
2.3.3 PNEUMATIC FLOW DIAGRAMS
This Section shows the basic pneumatic flow diagram followed by flow diagrams with
options 50A Ambient Zero/Ambient Span, 50B Ambient Zero/Pressurized Span, 50E
Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span, and 50H Zero Scrubber/Ambient Span. Tables with the
valve operating states follow each of the flow diagrams with valve options.
2.3.3.1 PNEUMATIC FLOW: BASIC CONFIGURATION
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Figure 2-21. T300/T300M Internal Gas Flow (Basic Configuration)
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2.3.3.2 PNEUMATIC FLOW: AMBIENT ZERO/AMBIENT SPAN VALVE OPTION
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
SAMPLE
GAS INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particul ate
Filter
PUMP
ZERO AIR
INLET
PRESSURE
SPAN INLET
VENT SPAN
OUTLET
Sample / Cal
Valve
Zero / Span
Valve
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat
Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
Zero
Gas
In
Sample
Gas
In
Span
Gas
In
Figure 2-22. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50A – Zero/Span Valves
Table 2-7. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50A
MODE VALVE CONDITION
SAMPLE
(Normal
State)
ZERO CAL
SPAN CAL
Sample/Cal Open to SAMPLE inlet
Zero/Span
Open to IZSError! Bookmark not
defined. inlet
Sample/Cal Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span
Open to IZSError! Bookmark not
defined. inlet
Sample/Cal Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span Open to PRESSURE SPAN inlet
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2.3.3.3 PNEUMATIC FLOW: AMBIENT ZERO/PRESSURIZED SPAN OPTION
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
SAMPLE
GAS INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particul ate
Filter
PUMP
ZERO AIR
INLET
PRESSURE
SPAN INLET
VENT SPAN
OUTLET
Shutoff
Valve
Sample / Cal
Valve
Zero / Span
Valve
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat
Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
Zero
Gas
In
Sample
Gas
In
Span
Gas
In
MODE
VALVE
CONDITION
Sample/Cal
Open to SAMPLE inlet
Zero/Span
Open to IZS inlet
Shutoff Valve
Closed
Sample/Cal
Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span
Open to IZS inlet
Shutoff Valve
Closed
Sample/Cal
Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span
Open to SHUTOFF valve
Shutoff Valve
Open to PRESSURE SPAN Inlet
Figure 2-23. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50B – Zero/Span/Shutoff Valves
Table 2-8. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50B
SAMPLE
(Normal
State)
ZERO CAL
SPAN CAL
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2.3.3.4 PNEUMATIC FLOW: ZERO SCRUBBER/PRESSURIZED SPAN OPTION
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPL E
PRESS URE
SENSO R
FLOW
SENSO R
Samp le Ga s
Flow Control
SAM PLE
GA S INL ET
EX HAUS T
G AS O UT LE T
PUMP
ZERO A IR
INLET
SPA N1
INLET
VE NT/S PAN
OU TLET
Shutoff
Valv e
Samp le / C al
Valv e
Zero / Spa n
Valv e
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat
Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
ZERO Air
Scrubber
Ze ro
Ga s
In
Sam ple
Ga s
In
Span
Ga s
In
Figure 2-24. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50E – Zero Scrubber/Pressurized Span with IZS
Table 2-9. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50E
MODE VALVE CONDITION
SAMPLE
(Normal State)
ZERO CAL
SPAN CAL
Sample/Cal Open to SAMPLE inlet
Zero/Span Open to internal ZERO AIR scrubber
Shutoff Valve Closed
Sample/Cal Open to zero/span valve
Zero/Span Open to internal ZERO AIR scrubber
Shutoff Valve Closed
Sample/Cal Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span Open to SHUTOFF valve
Shutoff Valve Open to PRESSURE SPAN inlet
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2.3.3.5 PNEUMATIC FLOW: ZERO SCRUBBER/ AMBIENT SPAN OPTION (T300 0NLY)
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
SAMPLE
GAS INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particul ate
Filter
PUMP
ZERO AIR
INLET
SPAN1
INLET
VENT SPAN
OUTLET
Sample / Cal
Valve
Zero / Span
Valve
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat
Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
ZERO Air
Scrubber
Zero
Gas
In
Sample
Gas
In
Span
Gas
In
SAMPLE
State)
Figure 2-25. T300 Internal Pneumatic Flow Option 50H – Zero Scrubber/Ambient Span
Table 2-10. Zero/Span Valve Operating States for Option 50H
MODE VALVE CONDITION
(Normal
ZERO CAL
SPAN CAL
Sample/Cal Open to SAMPLE inlet
Zero/Span Open to ZERO AIR scrubber
Sample/Cal Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span Open to ZERO AIR scrubber
Sample/Cal Open to ZERO/SPAN valve
Zero/Span Open to PRESSURE SPAN inlet
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2.3.3.6 PNEUMATIC FLOW: SECOND SENSOR OPTIONS
Flow
/ Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
O
2
Sensor
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
SAMPLE GAS
INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particulate Fi lter
PUMP
O
2
Sensor
Flow Control
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
CO2
Probe
Flow / Pressure
Sensor PCA
SAMPLE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
FLOW
SENSOR
Sample Gas
Flow Control
INSTRUMENT CHASSIS
SAMPLE GAS
INLET
EXHAUST
GAS OUTLET
Particulate Fi lter
PUMP
GFC Wheel
Housing
GFC Motor Heat Sync
SAMPLE CHAMBER
Figure 2-26. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatics with O
Sensor Option
2
Figure 2-27. T300/T300M Internal Pneumatics with CO
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IMPORTANT
Impact on Readings or Data
2.3.4 STARTUP, FUNCTIONAL CHECKS, AND INITIAL CALIBRATION
The analyzer’s cover must be installed to ensure that the
temperatures of the GFC Wheel and absorption cell
assemblies are properly controlled.
We recommend reading Section 6 to become familiar with the principles of operation.
When the instrument is first started (Section 2.3.4.1, check its functionality
(Section 2.3.4.3) and run an initial calibration (Section 4). Section 2.4 introduces the
menu system, and Section 2.5 provides setup/customization instructions.
2.3.4.1 STARTUP
Upon initial startup, a sequence of status screens (Figure 2-28) appear prior to the Home
page (Figure 2-29).
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Figure 2-28. Status Screens at Startup
Upon any startup, this instrument should warm up for approximately one hour before
reliable measurements can be taken.
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Figure 2-29. Home Page Example
2.3.4.2 ALERTS: WARNINGS AND OTHER MESSAGES
Because internal temperatures and other conditions may be outside the specified limits
during the analyzer’s warm-up period, the software will suppress most Alerts for 30
minutes after power up. The Alerts page (Figure 2-30) shows the status of any active
warning conditions or user-configured Events. (Section 2.4.3 provides more detailed
information about Alerts, and Section 2.5.2 addresses Events).
Alerts can be viewed and cleared via either the Alerts menu or the Alerts shortcut
(Caution symbol, bottom right corner of the screen). Although these alerts can be cleared
from the Active Alerts page, a history of all alerts remains in the Utilities>Alerts Log
page.
Figure 2-30. Viewing Active Alerts Page
If Alerts about warning conditions persist after the warm up period or after being cleared,
investigate their cause using the troubleshooting guidelines in Section 5.7.
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2.3.4.3 FUNCTIONAL CHECKS
After warm-up, verify that the software properly supports any hardware options that are
installed (Setup>Instrument menu), and that the instrument is functioning within
allowable operating parameters. Check the Dashboard page against the instrument’s Final
Test and Validation Data sheet, which lists these values as they appeared before the
instrument left the factory. (If any functional parameters are not displayed, conFigure the
Dashboard through the Setup>Dashboard menu to add them; see Section 2.4.2).
These functions are also useful tools for diagnosing problems (information provided in
Section 5.7.2).
2.3.4.4 INITIAL CALIBRATION
Before operation begins, the analyzer requires initial calibrations for the location in
which it will perform any of the gas analyses. Also, any time an analyzer is moved or its
configuration changed, it must be calibrated. The method for performing a calibration
differs slightly depending on whether or not any of the available internal zero air or valve
options are installed. Follow the appropriate calibration instructions in Section 4.
Figure 2-31. Sample Dashboard Page
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2.4 MENU OVERVIEW
MENU
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
Home
nd downloaded to a flash drive via the Utilities>USB Utilities
customized triggers for data logging functions.
). Note
that some Events are predefined and are not editable.
parameters.
specific operational parameters.
(Figure 2-32).
conditions or custom Events.
chart recorder and/or the data logger.
*Time Zone change requires special procedures (Section 5.5).
Table 2-11 describes the main menus and provides cross-references to the respective
sections with configuration details.
Table 2-11. Menu Overview
Dashboard
Alerts
Calibration
Utilities
Setup
View and plot concentration readings and other selectable parameter
values (Figure 2-33).
View user-selected parameters and their values, some of which can be
displayed in a live-plot graph (Figure 2-34).
View and clear active Alerts that were triggered by factory-defined
Events as well as user-defined Events. (Active and past Alerts are
recorded in the Utilities>Alerts Log).
Run a multipoint calibration on the gas (or additional gas if 2nd sensor
option installed), and span and zero calibrations (if valve option
installed).
View logs, download data and firmware updates, copy configurations
between instruments, and run diagnostics.
ConFigure a variety of features and functions through these submenus
for customized operation.
Track and record concentration and calibration data and
selectable diagnostic parameters, the reports for which can
be viewed in the Utilities>Datalog View menu (Section 2.4.5
Datalogging
Events
a
menu (Section 2.4.5).
Also, select configured Events (Section 2.5.2
Select parameters and define the conditions by which they
are to be flagged and recorded in the Alerts log
(Section 2.4.3) when they are triggered. Once configured,
Events can be used to trigger Datalogs. (Section 2.5.1
) and create
Section 2.4.1
Section 2.4.2
Section 2.4.3
Section 4
Section 2.4.5
Section 2.5
Section 2.5.1
)
Section 2.5.2
Dashboard
Auto Cal
(with valve options)
Vars
Homescreen
Digital
Outputs
Analog
Outputs
Instrument
Comm View and conFigure network and serial communications. Section 2.5.10
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Monitor instrument functionality (Figure 2-31) via selectable
When zero/span valve options installed,
conFigure sequences for automatic calibration functions.
Manually adjust several software variables that define
Select up to three parameters to be displayed in the meters
Map the rear-panel digital outputs to a variety of signals
present in the instrument to monitor the status of operating
Send user-selected parameter readings in the form of userdefined voltage or current loop signals as outputs to a strip
View product and system information, including list of
options, if any; view network settings; view/adjust Date and
Time settings*; and check for firmware updates when
connected to a network that is connected to the Internet.
Section 2.5.3
Section 4.3
Section 2.5.5
Section 2.5.6
Section 2.5.7
Section 2.5.8
Section 2.5.9
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2.4.1 HOME PAGE
Figure 2-32 presents an orientation to the main display screen; Figure 2-33 shows that
pressing the gas name or its concentration value or a meter below displays a live plot of
their respective readings. Section 2.5.6 provides configuration instructions.
Figure 2-32. User Interface Orientation
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Figure 2-33. Concentration and Stability Graph (top) and Meter Graph (bottom)
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2.4.2 DASHBOARD
The Dashboard displays an array of user-selectable parameters and their values
(Section 2.5.3 provides configuration instructions). If there is a graphing icon in the upper
right corner of a parameter, pressing that parameter displays a live plot of its readings as
in Figure 2-34.
Figure 2-34. Dashboard Page
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2.4.3 ALERTS
Alerts are notifications triggered by specific criteria having been met by either factorydefined conditions (standard and not editable) or user-defined Events (Section 2.5.2). The
Active Alerts page shows the status of any active warning conditions or Events that have
been triggered.
When Alerts are triggered, a caution symbol appears in both the Alerts menu tab and in
the bottom right corner of the software interface, which serves as a shortcut to the Alerts
page from any other page. View a list of currently active Alerts by pressing either the
Alerts menu on the Home screen or by pressing the Alerts shortcut (Figure 2-35).
While Alerts can be cleared from the Active Alerts page, they remain recorded in the
Utilities>Alerts Log menu.
Figure 2-35. Navigating to the Active Alerts Page
Alerts can be configured as either latching (appears in Active Alerts screen when Event is
triggered and must be cleared by the user) or non-latching (Active Alerts screen
continuously updates based on the Event criteria, clearing on its own). See Section 2.5.2.
To clear Alerts from the Active Alerts page, either check individual boxes to choose
specific Alerts, or check the Select All box to choose all Alerts, then press the Clear
Selected button.
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When all Alerts are cleared, the Alerts menu tab no longer shows the caution symbol, and
a green LED replaces the caution symbol in the bottom right corner of the interface
(Figure 2-36). However, Alerts can reappear if the conditions causing them are not
resolved. For troubleshooting guidance, refer to Section 5.7.
Figure 2-36. Active Alerts Cleared
Alerts and Events remain recorded in the Utilities>Alerts Log (Figure 2-37).
Figure 2-37. Utilities>Alerts Log of Active and Past Alerts and Events
2.4.4 CALIBRATION
The Calibration menu is used for multipoint calibrations as well as calibrations for zero
and span with valve options, and for external calibration with valve options installed.
Calibration procedures are presented in Section 4.
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2.4.5 UTILITIES
UTILITIES
MENU
a log can be selected and filters applied to view the desired data. (For details on setting up
Alerts Log
defined Events,
USB Utilities
Serves multiple purposes using a flash drive connected to the instrument’s front panel USB
• download a basic operation functionality report (Section 5.3).
Diagnostics
of several analog input parameters. These can
system (DAS), by configuring
how whether specific available features are turned ON or OFF; for
or whether a zero or span
calibration can be activated remotely when an external source is
configured in the
ync/demod circuitry
Used for compensating for changes in atmospheric pressure
The Utilities menu has a variety of functions as described next in Table 2-12.
Table 2-12. Utilities Submenu Descriptions
DESCRIPTION
Datalog View
Displays the data logs that were configured via the Setup>Data Logging menu. From this list
and running the Data Logger, see Section 2.5.1).
Displays a history of alerts that are triggered by factory-defined and usersuch as warnings and alarms (See Section 2.5.2 for Events configuration).
port:
• download data from the instrument’s Data Acquisition System (DAS), the Data Logger, to
a flash drive (Section 2.5.1.3)
• update firmware (Section 5.3)
• transfer instrument configuration from/to other same-model instruments (Section 2.6)
Provides access to various pages that facilitate troubleshooting.
Analog Inputs Measure voltage signals
be logged in the internal data acquisition
the Data Logger in the Setup>Data Logging menu (Section 2.5.1).
Analog Outputs Show the voltage signals for the functions selected and configured in the
Setup>Analog Outputs menu (Section 2.5.8).
Digital Inputs S
example, whether or not Maintenance Mode input or Language selection
can be controlled through the front panel,
connected to the rear panel Control In connector.
Digital Outputs Show the function of user-specified parameters
Setup>Digital Outputs menu (Section 2.5.7).
Flow Cal Used to calibrate the sample gas flow reading with actual flow measured
by an external device. (See Section 4.5.3).
Dark Calibration Compensate for any voltage levels inherent in the s
that might affect the CO concentration calculation (Section 4.5.1).
Pressure Cal
(Section 4.5.2).
2.4.6 SETUP
The Setup menu is used to conFigure the instrument’s various features, functions, and
data log. Section 2.5 provides details for the menus under Setup.
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2.5 SETUP MENU: FEATURES/FUNCTIONS CONFIGURATION
Use the Setup menu to conFigure the instrument’s software features, to gather
information on the instrument’s performance, and to conFigure and access data from the
Datalogger, the instrument’s internal data acquisition system (DAS). Once the setups are
complete, the saved configurations can be downloaded to a USB drive through the
Utilities>USB Utilities menu and uploaded to other instruments of the same model
(Section 2.6).
2.5.1 SETUP>DATA LOGGING (DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM, DAS)
The Datalogger can be configured to capture and store user-defined data, which then can
be viewed in the Alerts page, if elected, as well as downloaded from the instrument to a
USB flash drive or using NumaView™ Remote software for examination and analysis.
Figure 2-38 shows a new log; Figure 2-39 shows a sample existing log, which can be
edited or deleted, and Figure 2-40 provides illustrated instructions for setting up a new
log, with Sections 2.5.1.1 and 2.5.1.2 providing additional details.
To transfer captured instrument data to a flash drive see Section 2.5.1.3.
Figure 2-38. Datalog Configuration, New Log Page
Figure 2-39. Datalog Configuration, Existing Log
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Figure 2-40. Creating a New Data Log
The parameters available in the list of Log Tags include the names of Events configured
in the Events page (Section 2.5.2).
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2.5.1.1 CONFIGURING TRIGGER TYPES: PERIODIC
The Periodic trigger is a timer-based trigger that is used to log data at a specific time
interval. Periodic Trigger requires an interval that is set to number of minutes and a start
time that is set to date and clock time.
Figure 2-41. Datalog Periodic Trigger Configuration
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2.5.1.2 CONFIGURING TRIGGER TYPES: CONDITIONAL
Conditional Trigger tracks/records data for user-selected parameters that meet specified
conditions.
Figure 2-42. Datalog - Conditional Trigger Configuration
2.5.1.3 DOWNLOADING DAS (DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM) DATA
To download DAS data collected by the Datalogger from the instrument to a flash drive,
navigate to the Utilities>USB Utilities>DAS Download menu.
2. Insert a flash drive into a front panel USB port and wait for the Status field to indicate that
the drive has been detected; available buttons will be enabled.
Figure 2-43. DAS Download Page
3. Select all or define a period from which to download the collected data.
4. Press the Download button, and when complete, as indicated in the Status field, press the
Done button (changed from “Cancel”) and remove the flash drive.
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2.5.2 SETUP>EVENTS
Events are occurrences that relate to any operating function, and are used to define the
conditions that can be set to trigger Alerts (Section 2.4.3). Events can provide diagnostic
information about the instrument, typically referred to as “Warnings”, or they can provide
other information on instrument functionality, such as concentration alarms. Some Events
are standard and not editable while others are user-configurable, described here. Existing
Events are listed in the Events page (Figure 2-44) under the Setup menu.
Figure 2-44. Events List
Access the Events Configuration page either from the Active Alerts page (Alerts Menu)
by pressing the configuration button, or through the Home>Setup>Events menu
(Figure 2-44). Press ADD to create a new Event (refer to Figure 2-45 for details), or
select an existing Event to either Edit or Delete it (Figure 2-47).
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Figure 2-45. Event Configuration
•
“turn off” or deactivate the Event without deleting it). An Event must be enabled in order to use
the Visible and the Latching options.
•
it is triggered (it will still be recorded and can be viewed in the Utilities>Alerts Log).To use this
option, the Event must be enabled.
•
conditions that triggered it were to correct themselves. (Latching requires that the user interact
with the Active Alerts screen to manually clear the Alert and internal Event state. Non-latching
allows the entry in the Active Alerts screen and the internal Event state to continuously update
based on the Event criteria, requiring no user interaction to clear the Alert or Event state).
allows the choice of whether to track and record the Event (uncheck this box to
allows the choice of whether or not to display the Event in the Alerts page when
allows the choice of whether or not to keep an Event visible even if the
Figure 2-46. Configured Event Sample
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2.5.2.1 EDITING OR DELETING EVENTS
Select an Event from the list (Figure 2-44) and press the Edit button to view or edit the
details (Figure 2-46), or press the Delete button to delete the Event.
Figure 2-47. Edit or Delete an Event
2.5.2.2 USING EVENTS AS TRIGGERS FOR DATA LOGGING
Events can also be used to create customized triggers for data logging functions. The
name entered in the Name field of the Events Configuration page will appear in the list of
Log Tags of the Datalog Configuration page. The Data Logger is presented in
Section 2.5.1.
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2.5.3 SETUP>DASHBOARD
Figure 2-48. Dashboard Display and Configuration
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2.5.4 SETUP>AUTOCAL (WITH VALVE OPTION)
VARIABLE
DESCRIPTION
or more of these variables appear in your instrument’s Vars menu.
Precision)
more other gases; “SECGAS” = secondary gas)
Setup>Instrument>Date/Time Settings)
compensate for diluted sample gas, such as in
continuous emission monitoring (CEM) where the quality of gas in a smoke
Once the degree of dilution is known, this feature
panel display
when performing a zero point calibration during an AutoCal (Section 4.3).
when performing a span point calibration during an AutoCal (Section 4.3).
calibration, diagnostic,
and reset instrument commands. This feature is of particular use for
networks (see Sections 2.5.10, 3.4.2).
when applying MODBUS or Hessen protocols. (Setup>Vars>Instrument ID)
Range Mode
Controls range mode, single (SNGL) or dual (DUAL).
System Hours
Total system runtime hours
TPC Enable
Enables or disables the Temperature and Pressure Compensation (TPC)
feature (For information on TPC, see Section 6.5.4).
User Conc Units
Change the concentration units of measure.
Auto Cal, automatic zero/span calibration or calibration check, is available with installed
valve options (see Sections 2.3.2 and 4.3).
2.5.5 SETUP>VARS
Vars are software variables that define operational parameters automatically set by the
instrument’s firmware, and are user-adjustable through this menu. Access the menu to see
the list of variables; select a variable to view its description; touch the Edit button to
change its setting(s).
Table 2-13. List of Variables with Descriptions
NOTE: This list includes several of the more common Vars; selecting any Var in the NumaView™ software
interface will display its description in the information field to its right. Depending on configuration, some, all,
Conc Precision (or
PRIGAS/SECGAS
Daylight Savings Enable Enable or disable Daylight Savings Time (also see
Dilution Factor Option Sets the instrument to
Dynamic Zero Enable Dynamic zero automatically adjusts offset and slope of the CO response
Dynamic Span Enable Dynamic span automatically adjusts the offset and slope of the CO response
[Enable] Software
Maintenance Mode
Instrument ID Set unique identifier number for the instrument when it is connected with
Sets the number of significant digits to the right of the decimal point display
of concentration and stability values. (“PRIGAS” = primary gas with two or
stack is being tested and the sampling method used to remove the gas from
the stack dilutes the gas.
allows the user to add an appropriate scaling factor to the analyzer’s CO
concentration calculations so that the undiluted values for measurement
range and concentration are shown on the instrument’s front
and reported via the instrument’s various outputs.
Set instrument to continue sampling, while ignoring
instruments connected to Multidrop (Section 2.3.1.7) or Hessen protocol
other instruments in multidrop configuration or on the same Ethernet LAN, or
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2.5.6 SETUP>HOMESCREEN
To select a parameter (“tag”) for display in each of the three meters at the bottom of the
Home page, navigate to the Homescreen configuration page through either the
Setup>Homescreen menu or from Home page using the configuration icon (Figure 2-49).
Figure 2-49. Homescreen Configuration
An orientation to the Homescreen was presented in Section 2.4.1, including Figure 2-32
and Figure 2-33.
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2.5.7 SETUP>DIGITAL OUTPUTS
Specify the function of each digital output (connected through the rear panel STATUS
connector) by mapping the output to a selection of “Signals” present in the instrument.
Create custom “Signals” in the Setup>Events menu (Section 2.5.2). (If the Motherboard
Relay Option was installed, the four additional relays can also be mapped).
To map Digital Outputs to Signals, select a pin in the Outputs list, then make a selection
from the Signals list and press the Map button; if/as needed, change the polarity by
pressing the Polarity button. Save any changes by pressing the Apply button, or discard
the changes by pressing the Home or the back button (a pop-up provides a warning that
the changes will be lost, and will prompt for confirmation to apply changes or not).
Go to the Utilities>Diagnostics>Digital Outputs menu to change the state (ON/OFF) of
individual digital outputs.
Figure 2-50. Digital Outputs Setup
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2.5.8 SETUP>ANALOG OUTPUTS
Map the four user-configurable Analog Outputs to any of a wide variety of “Signals”
present in the instrument and customize their respective configurations.
Figure 2-51. Analog Output Configuration Example
Refer to Figure 2-51 for the following:
• Signal Out: select a Signal for the output.
• Min/Max: edit minimum and maximum values associated with the selected Signal.
• Calibration Type:
• AUTO for group calibration (Figure 2-52) of the analog outputs (cannot be
selected when Current is selected for the Range)
• MANUAL for individual calibration (Figure 2-53) of analog outputs where
manual adjustments can be made (the only calibration type allowed when
Current is selected for the Range). See Sections 2.5.8.1 and 2.5.8.2 .
• Range: assign a voltage or select Current (refer to Table 2-14).
• Recorder Offset: add a zero offset for recording slightly negative readings from
noise around the zero point.
• Allow Overrange: check to allow a ± 5% over-range; uncheck to disable over-range
if the recording device is sensitive to excess voltage or current.
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RANGE1
RANGE SPAN
MINIMUM OUTPUT
MAXIMUM OUTPUT
1V
5V
Figure 2-52. Analog Outputs Group Calibration Screen
Figure 2-53. Analog Outputs Manual Calibration Screen (AOUT2 Example)
Table 2-14. Analog Output Voltage/Current Range
100mV
10V
Current2
1
Each range is usable from -5% to +5% of the rated span.
2
While these are the physical limits of the current loop modules, typical applications use 2-20 mA or 4-20
mA for the lower and upper limits.
0-100 mVDC -5 mVDC 105 mVDC
0-1 VDC -0.05 VDC 1.05 VDC
0-5 VDC -0.25 VDC 5.25 VDC
0-10 VDC -0.5 VDC 10.5 VDC
0-20 mA 0 mA 20 mA
For manual calibration adjustments, see Section 2.5.8.1 for voltage and Section 2.5.8.2
for current.
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2.5.8.1 MANUAL CALIBRATION OF VOLTAGE RANGE ANALOG OUTPUTS
V
+DC Gnd
Recording
Device
V IN +
V IN -
ANALYZER
V OUT +
V OUT -
Volt
Meter
It is possible to manually calibrate the voltages by using a voltmeter connected across the
output terminals (Figure 2-54) and changing the output signal level in the Manual Adjust
field of the Analog Outputs Calibration screen (Figure 2-53). Refer to Table 2-15 for
voltage tolerances.
Figure 2-54. Setup for Checking / Calibrating DCV Analog Output Signal Levels
Table 2-15. Voltage Tolerances
FULL SCALE
0.1 VDC ±0.0005V 90 mV ±0.001V 0.02 mV
1 VDC ±0.001V 900 mV ±0.001V 0.24 mV
5 VDC ±0.002V 4500 mV ±0.003V 1.22 mV
10 VDC ±0.004V 4500 mV ±0.006V 2.44 mV
ZERO
TOLERANCE
SPAN VOLTAGE
SPAN
TOLERANCE
MINIMUM
ADJUSTMENT
(1 count)
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2.5.8.2 MANUAL ADJUSTMENT OF CURRENT RANGE ANALOG OUTPUTS
mADC
IN OUT
Recording
Device
I IN +
I IN -
ANALYZER
I OUT +
I OUT -
Current
Meter
CAUTION!
These instructions assume that the Current Loop Option is installed (Section 2.3.1.3).
This
option places circuitry in series with the output of the D-to-A converter on the
motherboard that changes the normal DC voltage output to a 0-20 milliamp signal.
Adjusting the signal zero and span levels of the current loop output is done by raising or
lowering the voltage output of the D-to-A converter circuitry on the analyzer’s
motherboard. This raises or lowers the signal level produced by the current loop option
circuitry.
The software allows this adjustment to be made in 100, 10 or 1 count increments. Since
the exact amount by which the current signal is changed per D-to-A count varies from
output-to-output and instrument–to–instrument, you will need to measure the change in
the signal levels with a separate, current meter placed in series with the output circuit.
See Figure 2-6 for pin assignments and diagram of the analog output connector.
Do not exceed 60 V peak voltage between current loop outputs
and instrument ground.
Figure 2-55. Setup for Checking / Calibration Current Output Signal Levels
An alternate method for measuring the output of the Current Loop converter is to connect
a 250 ohm ±1% resistor across the current loop output in lieu of the current meter (see
Figure 2-6 for pin assignments and diagram of the analog output connector). This allows
the use of a voltmeter connected across the resistor to measure converter output as VDC
or mVDC.
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V
+DC Gnd
Recording
Device
V IN +
V IN -
ANALYZER
V OUT +
V OUT -
250 Ω
Volt
Meter
% FS
Voltage across Resistor for 2-20 mA
Voltage across Resistor for 4-20 mA
MENU
DESCRIPTION
5.3
Figure 2-56. Alternative Setup Using 250Ω Resistor for Checking Current Output Signal Levels
In this case, follow the procedure above but adjust the output for the following values:
Table 2-16. Current Loop Output Check
0 500 mVDC 1000 mVDC
100 5000 mVDC 5000 mVDC
2.5.9 SETUP>INSTRUMENT
As presented in Table 2-17, view product and system information and network settings,
edit network settings, and perform certain maintenance tasks.
Table 2-17. Setup>Instrument Menu
Product Info View Model, Part, and Serial Numbers and Package and Driver Versions,
and options information.
System Info View Windows and RAM information.
Network Settings View the network settings (configurable through the
Setup>Comm>Network Settings menu).
Date/Time Settings Adjust date, hour, and minutes, select a time zone*, and set the system
clock to automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time or not. (Also see
Setup>Vars>Daylight Savings Enable). *Time Zone change requires a
special procedure; see Maintenance Section 5.5.
NTP Time Settings ConFigure Network Time Protocol settings for clock synchronization.
Language Select an available language.
Remote Update When an instrument is connected to a network that is connected to the
Internet, follow the instructions on this Remote Update page to check for
and activate software/firmware updates. (Also refer to Section
).
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2.5.10 SETUP>COMM (COMMUNICATIONS)
MODE
DESCRIPTION
Baud Rate
Modem Connection
This menu is for specifying the various communications configurations.
2.5.10.1 COM1/COM2
ConFigure the instrument’s COM1 or COM2 ports to operate in modes listed in Table 2-18.
Table 2-18. COM1/COM2 Configuration
Set the baud rate for the COM1 or COM2 port being configured.
Command Prompt
Display
Data Bits
Echo and Line
Editing
Handshaking Mode
Hardware Error
Checking
Hardware FIFO
Modem Init String
Multidrop
Parity
Protocol
Quiet Mode
RS-485
Security
Stop bits
Enable/disable a command prompt to be displayed when in terminal mode.
Set the data bits to 7 or 8 (typically set in conjunction with Parity and Stop bits).
Enable/disable character echoing and line editing.
Choose SOFTWARE handshaking for data flow control (do NOT use SOFTWARE
handshaking mode when using MODBUS RTU for Protocol mode; select only
HARDWARE or OFF for MODBUS RTU),
or HARDWARE for CTS/RTS style hardwired transmission handshaking. (This
style of data transmission handshaking is commonly used with modems or
terminal emulation protocols).
Or choose to turn OFF handshaking.
Enable/disable hardware error checking.
Enable/disable the hardware First In – First Out (FIFO) for improving data transfer
rate for that COM port.
Select either a modem connection or a direct cable connection.
Input an initialization string to enable the modem to communicate.
Enable/disable multidrop mode for multi-instrument configuration on a single
communications channel. Multidrop requires a unique ID for each instrument in
the chain (Setup>Vars>Instrument ID).
Select odd, or even, or no parity (typically set in conjunction with Data Bits and
Stop Bits).
Select among the communications protocols: TAPI, Hessen, MODBUS RTU, or
MODBUS ASCII (MODBUS: Section 3.4.1; Hessen: Section 3.4.2).
Enable/disable Quiet mode, which suppresses any feedback from the analyzer
(such as warning messages) to the remote device and is typically used when the
port is communicating with a computer program where such intermittent
messages might cause communication problems.
Such feedback is still available, but a command must be issued to receive them.
Enable/disable the rear panel COM2 Port for RS-485 communication. RS-485
mode has precedence over Multidrop mode if both are enabled. Also, RS-485
configuration disables the rear panel USB port.
Enable/disable the requirement for a password for this serial port to respond. The
only command that is active is the request-for-help command (? CR).
Select either 0 or 1 stop bit (typically set in conjunction with Parity and Data bits).
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2.5.10.2 TCP PORT1
PROPERTY
DESCRIPTION
TCP Port1 allows choosing whether or not to display the command prompt, editing the
Port 1 number for defining the terminal control port by which terminal emulation
software addresses the instrument, such as Internet or NumaView™ Remote software,
and enabling or disabling security on this port.
2.5.10.3 TCP PORT2
TCP Port2 is configured with the port number for MODBUS.
2.5.10.4 TCP PORT3
TCP Port3 is configured with the port number for Hessen.
2.5.10.5 NETWORK SETTINGS
The Setup>Comm>Network Settings menu is for Ethernet configuration. The address
settings default to automatic configuration by Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP). Most users will want to conFigure the instrument with a static IP address: click
the Static radio button to manually assign a static IP address (consult your network
administrator, and see Table 2-19 for information).
Figure 2-57. Communications Configuration, Network Settings
Table 2-19. LAN/Ethernet Configuration Properties
IP address
Subnet Mask
Default
Gateway
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A string of four numbers, 1 to 3 digits each (e.g. 192.168.76.55.) is the internet
protocol address of the instrument itself.
A string of four numbers, 1 to 3 digits each (e.g. 255.255.252.0) number that
masks an IP address, and divides the IP address into network address and host
address and identifies the LAN to which the device is connected. All addressable
devices and computers on a LAN must have the same subnet mask. Any
transmissions sent to devices with different subnets are assumed to be outside
of the LAN and are routed through the gateway computer onto the Internet.
A string of numbers very similar to the Instrument IP address (e.g.
192.168.76.1.) that is the address of the computer used by your LAN and serves
as a router to access the Internet or another network.
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2.6 TRANSFERRING CONFIGURATION TO OTHER INSTRUMENTS
Once an instrument is configured, the same configuration can be copied to other
instruments of the same Model. This encompasses essentially anything the user can
conFigure and does not apply to instrument-specific settings such as those that are
configured at the factory for calibration.
Figure 2-58. Configuration Transfer
1. In the source instrument, go to the Home>Utilities>USB Utilities>General page.
2. Insert a flash drive into either of the two front panel USB ports.
3. When the Status field indicates that the USB drive has been detected, press the “Download
Configuration from Instrument” Start button.
4. When the Status field indicates that the download is complete, remove the flash drive.
5. In the target instrument, go to the Home>Utilities>USB Utilities>General page.
6. Insert a flash drive into either of the two front panel USB ports.
7. When the Status field indicates that the USB drive has been detected, press the “Upload
Configuration to Instrument” Start button.
8. When the Status field indicates that the upload is complete, remove the flash drive.
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3 COMMUNICATIONS AND REMOTE OPERATION
This instrument’s rear panel connections can include an Ethernet port, a USB port
(option) and two serial communications ports labeled RS232, which is the COM1 port in
the software menu, and COM2 (refer to Figure 2-2). These ports allow the ability to
communicate with, issue commands to, and receive data from the analyzer through an
external computer system or terminal. Connection instructions were provided in
Section 2.3.1.7. Configuration information was provided in Section 2.5.10.
This Section provides pertinent information regarding communication equipment, the
communications ports, and communications protocol. Data acquisition is set up through
the Datalogger (Section 2.5.1).
3.1 DATA TERMINAL/COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (DTE
DCE)
RS-232 was developed for allowing communications between data terminal equipment
(DTE) and data communication equipment (DCE). Basic terminals always fall into the
DTE category whereas modems are always considered DCE devices. The difference
between the two is the pin assignment of the Data Receive and Data Transmit functions.
• DTE devices receive data on pin 2 and transmit data on pin 3.
• DCE devices receive data on pin 3 and transmit data on pin 2.
To allow the analyzer to be used with terminals (DTE), modems (DCE) and computers
(which can be either), a switch mounted below the serial ports on the rear panel, labeled
DCE DTE (Figure 2-2), allows the user to set the RS-232 configuration for one of these
two data devices. This switch exchanges the Receive and Transmit lines on RS-232
emulating a cross-over or null-modem cable. The switch has no effect on COM2.
3.2 MODES, BAUD RATE AND SERIAL COMMUNICATION
Referring to Table 2-18, use the SETUP>COMM menu to configure COM1 (labeled
RS232 on instrument rear panel) and/or COM2 (labeled COM2 on instrument rear panel)
for communication modes, baud rate and serial communications. The instrument’s baud
rate and personal computer baud rate must match.
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3.2.1 SERIAL COMMUNICATION: RS-232
LED
FUNCTION
The RS232 and COM2 communications ports operate on the RS-232 protocol (default
configuration). Configurations possible for these two ports are:
• RS232 port can also be configured to operate in single or RS-232 Multidrop mode (Option
62); refer to Section 2.3.1.7.
• COM2 port can be left in its default configuration for standard RS-232 operation including
multidrop, or it can be reconfigured for half-duplex RS-485 operation (please contact the
factory for this configuration).
Note
A code-activated switch (CAS), can also be used on either port to connect typically
between 2 and 16 send/receive instruments (host computer(s) printers, data loggers,
analyzers, monitors, calibrators, etc.) into one communications hub. Contact Teledyne
API Sales (front cover, this manual) for more information on CAS systems.
When the rear panel COM2 port is in use, except for
multidrop communication, the rear panel USB port cannot
be used. (Alternatively, when the USB port is enabled,
COM2 port cannot be used except for multidrop).
3.2.1.1
SERIAL COMMUNICATION: RS-485 (OPTION)
The COM2 port of the instrument’s rear panel is set up for RS-232 communication but
can be reconfigured for RS-485 communication. Contact Technical Support for
reconfiguration unless this option was elected at the time of purchase, then the rear panel
was preconfigured at the factory.
3.3 ETHERNET
When using the Ethernet interface, the analyzer can be connected to any standard
10BaseT or 100BaseT Ethernet network via low-cost network hubs, switches or routers.
The interface operates as a standard TCP/IP device on port 3000. This allows a remote
computer to connect through the network to the analyzer using NumaView™ Remote,
terminal emulators or other programs.
The Ethernet connector has two LEDs that are on the connector itself, indicating its
current operating status.
amber (link) On when connection to the LAN is valid.
green (activity Flickers during any activity on the LAN.
Table 3-1. Ethernet Status Indicators
The analyzer is shipped with DHCP enabled by default. This allows the instrument to be
connected to a network or router with a DHCP server; however, it should be configured
with a Static IP address as soon as practical. See Section 2.5.10.5 for configuration
details.
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3.4 COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS
MODBUS (Section 3.4.1) and Hessen (Section 3.4.2) are available with the analyzer.
MODBUS registers are provided in Appendix A.
3.4.1 MODBUS
These instructions assume that the user is familiar with MODBUS communications, and
provide minimal information to get started. Please refer to the Teledyne API MODBUS
manual, PN 06276, and to www.modbus.org for MODBUS communication protocols.
Minimum Requirements:
• Instrument firmware with MODBUS capabilities installed
• MODBUS-compatible software (TAPI uses MODBUS Poll for testing; see
www.modbustools.com)
• Personal computer with communications cable (Ethernet or USB or RS232), and possibly a
null modem adapter or cable
3.4.1.1 MODBUS COM PORT CONFIGURATION
MODBUS communications can be configured for transmission over Ethernet or serial
COM port through the Setup>Comm menu. Make the appropriate cable connections
(Ethernet or COM port) between the instrument and a PC.
Check the instrument’s Modbus Units selection in the Setup>Vars menu and edit if
needed.
Ethernet: MODBUS is available on TCP port 502. By default, port 502 is assigned to
the instrument’s TCP Port 2. (Setup>Comm> TCP Port2, Figure 3-1).
Figure 3-1. MODBUS via Ethernet
Serial COM: Both COM1 (labeled “RS232” on the instrument’s rear panel) and COM2
are configurable for RS-232 or RS-485 communication with either
MODBUS RTU or MODBUS ASCII transmission modes. In the
Setup>Comm COM1[COM2] menu, edit the Protocol parameter to select a
MODBUS transmission mode; edit Baud Rate, Parity, Data Bits, etc., if
necessary (see descriptions in Table 2-18).
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When more than one analyzer is connected to the
Important
When using MODBUS RTU, ensure that the
COM1[COM2] Handshaking Mode is set to either
Hardware or OFF. Do NOT set it to Software.
Press the Accept button to apply the settings. (Figure 3-2 shows an
example for MODBUS RTU).
Figure 3-2. MODBUS via Serial Communication (example)
Important
network, create a unique identification number for
each in the Setup>Vars>Instrument ID menu.
Next, for the settings to take effect, power off the analyzer, wait 5 seconds, and power it
on again.
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3.4.2 HESSEN
Setup>Vars>Instrument ID menu.
latency period
before it responds to commands issued by the host
This latency should present no problems, but
commands to the instrument too
frequently.
Hessen is a multidrop protocol, in which several remote instruments (slaves) are
connected via a common communications channel to a host computer. Slaves respond
only to commands sent by the host using their unique identification.
Important
The Hessen protocol is not strictly defined; therefore, while Teledyne API’s application
is completely compatible with the protocol itself, it may be different from
implementations by other companies.
3.4.2.1 HESSEN COM PORT CONFIGURATION
ConFigure the COM1/COM2 port for Hessen protocol through the
Setup>Comm>COM1[COM2] menu: select COM1[COM2] Protocol and press Edit to
select HESSEN, then press Accept.
Ensure that the communication parameters of the host computer are also properly set.
Create a unique identification number for each
instrument in the multidrop chain via the
Figure 3-3. Serial Communication, Setting Hessen Protocol
Note
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The instrument software has a 200 ms
computer.
be mindful of issuing
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3.4.2.2 HESSEN SETTINGS CONFIGURATION
MODE ID
MODE DESCRIPTION
TEXT
Hessen configuration includes settings for alarms, version, response mode, status flags
and gas list. Locate the alarms in the Hessen Settings list (Setup>Comm>Hessen>Hessen
Settings) and edit as desired.
HESSEN VARIATION
For the Hessen Variation setting, there are two versions.
• TYPE 1 is the original implementation.
• TYPE 2 has more flexibility when operating with instruments that can measure more than
one type of gas. For more specific information about the difference between the two
versions, download the Manual Addendum for Hessen Protocol from the Teledyne API's
web site: http://www.teledyne-api.com/manuals/
HESSEN PROTOCOL RESPONSE MODE
Set the response mode under Hessen Response Mode, referring to Table 3-2 for
descriptions.
Table 3-2. Teledyne API's Hessen Protocol Response Modes
.
CMD
BCC
This is the default setting. Reponses from the instrument are encoded as the
traditional command format. Style and format of responses depend on exact
coding of the initiating command.
Responses from the instrument are always delimited with <STX> (at the
beginning of the response, <ETX> (at the end of the response followed by a 2
digit Block Check Code (checksum), regardless of the command encoding.
Responses from the instrument are always delimited with <CR> at the beginning
and the end of the string, regardless of the command encoding.
HESSEN STATUS FLAGS
Locate the various status flags in the Hessen Settings list and edit as needed. They are
listed by status flag name with their default bit assignments. (Those with unassigned flags
are listed as “0x0000”).
• The status bits are included in the instrument’s responses to inform the host computer of its
condition. Each bit can be assigned to one operational and warning message flag.
• It is possible to assign more than one flag to the same Hessen status bit. This allows the
grouping of similar flags, such as all temperature warnings, under the same status bit.
• Assigning conflicting flags to the same bit will cause each status bit to be triggered if any of
the assigned flags is active.
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Table 3-3. Default Hessen Status Flag Assignments
SOURCE WARNING
SAMPLE PRESS WARN
UGM
MGM
PPM
UNASSIGNED FLAGS (0000)
DCPS WARNING
REAR BOARD NOT DET
SYNC WARNING1
assigned flags is active.
STATUS FLAG NAME DEFAULT BIT ASSIGNMENT
WARNING FLAGS
SAMPLE FLOW WARNING
BENCH TEMP WARNING
BOX TEMP WARNING
WHEEL TEMP WARNING
SAMPLE TEMP WARN
INVALID CONC
(The Instrument’s Front Panel Display Will Show The
Concentration As “Warnings”)
OPERATIONAL FLAGS1
Instrument OFF
In MANUAL Calibration Mode
In ZERO Calibration Mode4
In O2 Calibration Mode (if O2 sensor installed )
In CO2 Calibration Mode (if CO2 sensor installed )
2,4
2,4
In SPAN Calibration Mode
UNITS OF MEASURE FLAGS
PPB
SPARE/UNUSED BITS
0001
0002
0004
0008
0010
0020
0040
0080
0100
0200
0400
0400
0400
0800
0000
2000
4000
6000
1000, 8000
AZERO WARN2
CANNOT DYN SPAN2
CANNOT DYN ZERO3
CONC ALARM 13
SYSTEM RESET
1
CONC ALARM 23
1
These status flags are standard for all instruments and should probably not be modified.
2
Only applicable if the optional internal span gas generator is installed.
3
Only applicable if the analyzer is equipped with an alarm options.
3
It is possible to assign more than one flag to the same Hessen status bit. This allows the grouping of
similar flags, such as all temperature warnings, under the same status bit.
Be careful not to assign conflicting flags to the same bit as each status bit will be triggered if any of the
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4 CALIBRATION
5 hours is recommended prior to
This Section is organized into subsections as follows:
SECTION 4.1 – Important Precalibration Information: contains important information
you should know before calibrating the instrument.
SECTION 4.2 – Calibration Procedures: provides procedures for both calibration and
calibration checks of basic and valve option configurations.
SECTION 4.3 – Automatic Zero/Span Cal/Check (Auto Cal): describes the procedure
for using the AutoCal feature to check calibration or to calibrate the instrument. (The
AutoCal feature requires that either the zero/span valve option or the internal span gas
generator option be installed and operating).
SECTION 4.4 – CO Calibration Quality: describes how to evaluate the quality of each
calibration.
4.1 IMPORTANT PRECALIBRATION INFORMATION
Note
A start-up period of 4calibrating the analyzer.
4.1.1 CALIBRATION REQUIREMENTS
Calibration of the T300/T300M Analyzer requires specific equipment and supplies.
These include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Zero-air source
• Span gas source
• Gas lines - All Gas lines should be PTFE (Teflon), FEP, glass, stainless steel or brass
• Optionally, a recording device such as a strip-chart recorder and/or data logger. (For
electronic documentation, the internal data acquisition system DAS can be used by
configuring the Datalogger throught the Setup>Data Logging menu, Section 2.5.1).
• Traceability Standards
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4.1.2 ZERO AIR
Zero air or zero calibration gas is defined as a gas that is similar in chemical composition
to the measured medium but without the gas to be measured by the analyzer.
For the T300/T300M zero air should contain less than 25 ppb of CO and other major
interfering gases such as CO and Water Vapor. It should have a dew point of -5°C or
less.
If your application is not a measurement in ambient air, the zero calibration gas should be
matched to the composition of the gas being measured.
• Pure nitrogen (N2) can be used as a zero gas for applications where CO is measured in
nitrogen.
• If your analyzer is equipped with an external zero air scrubber option, it is capable of
creating zero air from ambient air.
For analyzers without the zero air scrubber, a zero air generator such as the Teledyne
API’s T701 can be used. Please visit the company website for more information.
4.1.3 CALIBRATION (SPAN) GAS
Span Gas is a gas specifically mixed to match the chemical composition of the type of
gas being measured at near full scale of the desired measurement range and should be
certified traceable to NIST Standard Reference Materiald (SRM). It is recommended that
the span gas used have a concentration equal to 80-90% of the full measurement range.
If Span Gas is sourced directly from a calibrated, pressurized bottle, use the exact
concentration value printed on the bottle.
For oxygen measurements using the optional O
of 21% O
• For quick checks, ambient air can be used at an assumed concentration of 20.8%.
• Generally, O
in N2.
2
concentration in dry, ambient air varies by less than 1%.
2
sensor, we recommend a reference gas
2
4.1.4 INTERFERENTS
It should be noted that the gas filter correlation method for detecting CO is subject to
interference from a number of other gases that absorb IR in a similar fashion to CO.
Most notable of these are water vapor, CO
, N2O (nitrous oxide) and CH4 (methane). The
2
T300/T300M has been successfully tested for its ability to reject interference from of
these sources, however high concentrations of these gases can interfere with the
instrument’s ability to make low-level CO measurements.
For a more detailed discussion of this topic, see Section 6.1.2.4.
4.1.5 DILUTION RATIO OPTION SOFTWARE SET UP
If your application involves diluting the sample gas before it enters the analyzer, and the
Dilution Ratio Option is enabled:
1. Set the appropriate units of measure (Setup>Vars>User Units).
2. Select the reporting range mode (Setup>Vars>Range Mode [Single or Dual]).
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3. Set the reporting range (Setup>Analog Output>CO Concentration, Min Max). Ensure that
the upper span limit entered for the reporting range (in the Max field) is the maximum
expected concentration of the undiluted gas.
4. Set the dilution factor as a gain, e.g., a value of 20 means 20 parts diluent and 1 part sample
gas (Setup>Vars>Dilution Factor).
5. Calibrate the analyzer; ensure that the calibration span gas is either supplied through the
same dilution system as the sample gas or has an appropriately lower actual concentration.
EXAMPLE: If the reporting range limit is set for 100 ppm and the dilution ratio of the sample
gas is 20 gain, either:
• a span gas with the concentration of 100 ppm can be used if the span gas
passes through the same dilution steps as the sample gas, or;
• a 5 ppm span gas must be used if the span gas IS not routed through the
dilution system.
4.1.6 SECOND GAS SENSOR OPTIONS CALIBRATION
For the optional O2 sensor, calibrate per Section 4.6.1 during installation of the
instrument.
For the optional CO
sensor, calibrate per Section 4.6.2 during installation of the
2
instrument.
4.1.7 DATA RECORDING DEVICES
A strip chart recorder, data acquisition system or digital data acquisition system should be
used to record data from the serial or analog outputs of the T300/T300M.
• If analog readings are used, the response of the recording system should be checked
against a NIST traceable voltage source or meter.
• Data recording devices should be capable of bi-polar operation so that negative readings
can be recorded.
• For electronic data recording, make use of the internal data acquisition system (DAS) by
setting up the Data Logger.
4.2 CALIBRATION PROCEDURES
Check that the pneumatic connections for the specific instrument configuration are as
instructed in Section 2.3.2.
Verify/change (if needed) the settings as follows:
• User Units (unit of Measure): PPB (Setup>Vars>User Conc Units)
• Min and Max Concentration Range (Max should be highest concentration
expected to measure) (Setup>Analog Outputs>Analog Output[#], Signal Out,
[Gas] Concentration)
• Range Mode: SNGL (Setup>Vars>Range Mode)
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Note
should be
80% to 90% of the reporting range of the instrument.
To calibrate or to perform a calibration check for basic configuration instruments, see
Section 4.2.1.
To calibrate or to perform a calibration check for instruments with valve options, see
Section 4.2.2.
To perform automatic calibration check for instruments with the internal span gas
generator, see Section 4.3.
Tips for Setting the Expected Span Gas Concentration:
• When setting expected concentration values, consider
impurities in your span gas source.
• The expected CO span gas concentration
4.2.1 CALIBRATION AND CHECK PROCEDURES FOR BASIC CONFIGURATION
Although this Section uses the Calibration menu for both check and actual calibration, a
check does not require the Calibration menu. Instead, while in Home page, simply flow
the zero air or the CO span gas through the Sample port, and check the reading after the
Stability falls below 1.0 PPB (either in the gas graph or in the Dashboard).
Otherwise, follow the steps presented in Sections 4.2.1.1 and 4.2.1.2.
Figure 4-1. Multi-Point Calibration Page
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4.2.1.1 ZERO CALIBRATION CHECK AND ACTUAL CALIBRATION
CHECK ONLY:
ACTUAL CALIBRATION:
a. Wait for reading to stabilize.
reading.
a. Press the Zero button.
CHECK ONLY:
ACTUAL CALIBRATION:
a. Wait to reach stability,
a. Press the Set Span Target button and
d. In the Cal Result window, press OK.
1. Go to the Calibration>M-P menu.
2. Input Zero air through the Sample port and press the Start button.
3. Either check or calibrate as follows:
b. Press Stop and check the
b. Press Stop and check the reading.
4.2.1.2 SPAN CALIBRATION CHECK AND ACTUAL CALIBRATION
1. While still in the Calibration>M-P menu, input CO Span gas through the
Sample port and press the Start button.
2. Either check or calibrate as follows:
then press Stop.
b. Record the reading(s).
3. Press the Stop button and return to Home screen.
4. In the Dashboard, check and record the Slope(s) and the Offset(s). (See
Table 4-4 in Section 4.4 for expected/acceptable values).
enter the CO concentration.
b. Verify the concentration reading is the
same as the CO concentration being
supplied.
c. If correct, wait to reach stability, then
press the Span button.
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4.2.2 CALIBRATION AND CHECK PROCEDURES WITH VALVE OPTIONS INSTALLED
Figure 4-2. Zero and Span Calibration Screens
Follow the instructions in Section 4.2.1, except instead of the M-P menu, go to the
Calibration>Zero menu for Zero cal and to the Calibration>Span menu for CO Span cal.
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4.2.2.1 USE OF ZERO/SPAN VALVE WITH REMOTE CONTACT CLOSURE
Contact closures for controlling calibration and calibration checks are located on the rear
panel CONTROL IN connector. Instructions for setup and use of these contacts are in
Section 2.3.1.5.
When the contacts are closed for at least 5 seconds, the instrument switches into zero,
low span or high span mode and the internal zero/span valves will be automatically
switched to the appropriate configuration.
• The remote calibration contact closures may be activated in any order.
• It is recommended that contact closures remain closed for at least 10 minutes to establish a
reliable reading.
• The instrument will stay in the selected mode for as long as the contacts remain closed.
If contact closures are being used in conjunction with the analyzer’s AutoCal (see
Section 4.3) feature and the AutoCal attribute “Calibrate” is enabled (selection box is
checked), the analyzer will not recalibrate the analyzer UNTIL the contact is opened. At
this point, the new calibration values will be recorded before the instrument returns to
SAMPLE mode.
If the AutoCal attribute “Calibrate” is disabled (selection box is unchecked), the
instrument will return to SAMPLE mode, leaving the instrument’s internal calibration
variables unchanged.
4.3 AUTOMATIC ZERO/SPAN CAL/CHECK (AUTO CAL)
The Auto Cal feature allows unattended periodic operation of the ZERO/SPAN valve
options by using the instrument’s internal time of day clock. Auto Cal operates by
executing preprogrammed calibrations or calibration checks set up by the user to initiate
the various calibration states of the analyzer and to open and close valves appropriately.
It is possible to set up and run up to three separate preprogrammed calibrations or
calibration checks (labeled # 1, 2 and 3). Each calibration or check can operate in one of
three modes (Zero, Low or High), or be disabled.
Table 4-1 and Table 4-2 show how to set up the operating states of each calibration or
check, and Table 4-3 shows how to program the execution of each.
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Table 4-1. AUTO CAL States
MODE NAME
ACTION
Figure 4-3. Auto Cal Page
Enabled
Calibrate
Zero
Low
High
enables the sequence;
disables the sequence.
enables an actual calibration when the Enabled box is also .
allows a calibration check when the Enabled box is also .
causes the sequence to perform a Zero calibration when both the
Calibrate and Enabled boxes are also
causes a Zero check when the Enabled box is also and the
Calibrate box is unchecked ( ).
disables Zero calibration and check
causes the sequence to perform a Low Span calibration when both
the Calibrate and Enabled boxes are also
causes a Low Span check when the Enabled box is also and
the Calibrate box is unchecked (
disables Low Span calibration and check
causes the sequence to perform a High Span concentration
calibration when both the Calibrate and Enabled boxes are also
causes a High Span check when the Enabled box is also and
the Calibrate box is unchecked (
disables the High Span calibration and check.
.
.
).
).
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Table 4-2 shows how the selection boxes would be enabled/disabled for calibration
checks and calibrations.
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Table 4-2. Auto Cal Setup Combinations
STATE
ATTRIBUTE
ACTION
Any new sequence that is initiated whether from a timer,
ts will override
sources of Zero Air and Span Gas whose
MODE ACTION
Enabled Calibrate Zero Low High
Zero
Low
High
Zero Low High
Check
Calibrate
Check
Calibrate
Check
Calibrate
Check
Calibrate
For each sequence, there are four parameters that control operational details: Date, Time
(both in the Start field), Interval, and Duration, as presented in Table 4-3.
Table 4-3. Auto Cal Programming Sequence Execution
Start
Interval
Duration
When the Enabled box is “on”
number) begins on the date and time shown in the configurable Start
field. (Click the field for the pop-up window and toggle between the
Time (Hour/Minutes) and the Date (Year/Month/Day) attributes to edit
as needed).
Number of minutes to skip between each Sequence execution. (Click
the field to input the number of minutes in the pop-up window).
Number of minutes that each Sequence execution is to run. (Click the
field to input the number of minutes in the pop-up window).
, the Sequence (identified by its
IMPORTANT
• The programmed STARTING_TIME must be a minimum of
IMPACT ON READINGS OR DATA
5 minutes later than the real time clock for setting real time
clock (Setup>Instrument, Section 2.5.9).
• Avoid setting two or more sequences at the same time of
the day.
•
the COM ports or the contact closure inpu
any sequence that is in progress.
• It is recommended that calibrations be performed using
external
accuracy is traceable to EPA standards.
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