Xylem DCX-22 User Manual
KELLER Logger DCX 4.0
© KELLER AG – August 2004
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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on your purchase of KELLER Data Loggers DCX, the
next generation Data Logger!
Before installation and use of your new device as per your requirements, it is recommended that you
read these instructions carefully. They contain important information for successful operation of the
KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 software.
Sections in the manual:
- Table of contents
- Installation instructions (Data Logger)
- Installation of the software
- Configuration of the Data Logger (Writer / WriterWL)
- Read-out of stored measured values (Reader)
- Processing of measured values read
- Appendix (Sample application, Pressure Conversion Table, Messages)
(Modules)
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Table of Contents
Installation of Data Logger DCX .......................................................................................................... 5
Dip pipe installation (DCX-22 AA, DCX-22 SG and DCX-22 VG) ....................................................... 5
Additional recommendations: .............................................................................................................. 6
Installation of the KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 software ....................................................................... 6
System Prerequisites: .......................................................................................................................... 6
Installation of the software ................................................................................................................... 6
Files installed ....................................................................................................................................... 7
The KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 software package ............................................................................... 8
The configuration program (Writer / WriterWL).............................................................................. 8
Initialization ....................................................................................................................................... 9
The menus ........................................................................................................................................ 9
File ................................................................................................................................................ 9
Port-Setup..................................................................................................................................... 9
Settings......................................................................................................................................... 9
Options ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Modem........................................................................................................................................ 10
Info.............................................................................................................................................. 10
Configuration functions ................................................................................................................... 11
Channels to record ..................................................................................................................... 11
Start time .................................................................................................................................... 11
Use Fixed Save-Interval ............................................................................................................. 11
Start Record at Event ................................................................................................................. 11
Event Detect Interval .................................................................................................................. 11
Recording-Interval after Event.................................................................................................... 11
Building Mean value after X measurements at 1 second intervals ............................................ 12
Event........................................................................................................................................... 12
Endless (circular memory).......................................................................................................... 14
Device-Identity (for file name)..................................................................................................... 14
Comment .................................................................................................................................... 14
Actual value ................................................................................................................................ 14
Device type ................................................................................................................................. 15
Conversion to.............................................................................................................................. 15
Starting conditions at installation ................................................................................................ 15
Water density / Calculate water density ..................................................................................... 16
Set User-Values (only in Writer) ................................................................................................. 16
Operation of Writer / WriterWL........................................................................................................ 17
Units............................................................................................................................................ 17
Read Configuration..................................................................................................................... 17
Stop Record................................................................................................................................ 17
Write Configuration..................................................................................................................... 17
Cancel......................................................................................................................................... 17
Exit.............................................................................................................................................. 17
The Reader program (Reader) ........................................................................................................ 18
Initialization ..................................................................................................................................... 18
The menus ...................................................................................................................................... 19
File .............................................................................................................................................. 19
Port-Setup................................................................................................................................... 19
Options ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Modem........................................................................................................................................ 19
Info.............................................................................................................................................. 19
Read-out of stored data .................................................................................................................. 20
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Setting a mark ................................................................................................................................. 20
Description of individual modules ................................................................................................. 21
Airpressure-compensation (Airpressure-Comp.) ............................................................................ 21
Conversion to Waterlevel values (WL-Converter) .......................................................................... 22
Creation of text data (Text-Converter) ............................................................................................ 23
Display module (Viewer) ................................................................................................................. 25
Files with water level values: ...................................................................................................... 26
WISKI-Converter ............................................................................................................................. 27
Overstort-calculation (Overstort)..................................................................................................... 28
APPENDIX......................................................................................................................................... 29
Sample application.......................................................................................................................... 29
Pressure Conversion Table ............................................................................................................ 30
Messages:....................................................................................................................................... 30
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Installation of Data Logger DCX
Dip pipe installation (DCX-22 AA, DCX-22 SG and DCX-22 VG)
Revolution in level metrology:
Gone are the days of the costly measuring stations at the lakes and rivers. The new generation of
level measuring stations presents itself inconspicuously and vandal-proof and can be set up at
considerably lower costs compared to conventional systems. Here is an application example at a
barrage:
The dip pipe is firmly mounted at the measuring place. If the dip pipe is being sunk
into the ground, openings have to ensure that water can enter the pipe.
The level sensor, connected by a cable to the electronics housing, is immersed into
the pipe. The housing incorporates the electronics, the battery and the air pressure
sensor.
The electronics housing is mounted onto the end of the pipe.
The protective cap of the interface must be cleaned from dirt and water prior to
removing.
Via data cable, a Laptop is connected to the system on site. The stored measuring
values with the programmed parameters can now be read out or the instrument can
be reconfigured.
The system is set up for a wireless data transfer via modem.
A vandal-proof metal cap mounted at the end of the system prevents unauthorised
access.
The level sensor and the electronics housing form a leak-proof unit and are thus
protected against flooding and brackish water.
Warning!
A check of pressure offset values is recommended after each installation with resetting if necessary
(see Set Pressure Offset in the description of Writer/WriterWL)!
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Additional recommendations:
- The battery capacity is not measured but calculated from the average current used. If the
battery is replaced, as also upon Power-On-Reset, the display will be reset to 100%. A battery
replacement is recommended if the battery capacity indicator displays a status of less than
30%. Continued read-out of large volumes of data is thereby guaranteed. (During read-outs,
the battery status indicator is not updated, consequently it is possible that a critical battery
condition may not be recognized or may be recognized too late).
- The measuring head should be checked at least once a year for dirt.
Installation of the KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 software
System Prerequisites:
Processor minimum Pentium 75 MHz
Screen resolution minimum 1024 x 768
Main memory minimum 16 MB RAM
Free disk space minimum 20 MB recommended
Serial Port 1 free serial port for communication with the Data Logger
Operating system (tested) Windows9x, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP
Installation of the software
On our homepage www.KELLER-druck.com you will always find the latest version of the Logger DCX
software.
Double-click the file "LoggerDCX4-xx.exe” to start the installation program.
On the first screen, you can make your choice of language to be used during the installation.
In the third screen, the Destination Directory can be specified (Default: "C:\Program Files\KELLER
Druckmesstechnik”).
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Under Install Type, you may choose the type of installation:
Typical and Compact: Default installation without additional modules
Custom: Installation of additional modules WISKI-Conversion and Overstort
Finally, you can specify the Program Folder to be created under Programs in the Start menu.
Files installed
KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 for Windows consists of the following files:
- Writer (general configuration)*
- Writer WL (configuration for wa
- Reader (Reader program)
- Viewer (Display program)
- Air pressure compensation
- Water level converter (module for conversion to water level values
- Text-Converter (module for generation of text data)
- WISKI-Converter (module for conversion into ZRXP
- Overstort (module for generation of an Overstort report (NL))
Non-water level applications such as the rain logger are configured with the Writer.
*
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ter level sensors)
(Air pressure compensation module)
)
/ CSV – Format (D))
The KELLER Logger DCX 4.0 software package
The software consists of three main programs and additional modules.
Both the configuration programs Writer and WriterWL are used to read and update the settings of the
connected device, as also to start and end recording. WriterWL configures devices for water level
applications, while the Writer is used for making general recordings.
The Reader gives an overview of all records present in the connected device, and reads in the records
selected. Each record read in is stored in a separate file with the suffix ".idc". These files can be read
by all modules for further processing or display.
Each module can be either executed directly from the Reader, or as a separate stand-alone program.
(The desired module can be found in the program folder created during installation).
The configuration program (Writer / WriterWL)
These programs are used for the configuration and starting/stopping of recordings as desired. Since
the only difference between these programs is the water level configuration feature additionally
provided in WriterWL, it is the latter's operation that is primarily described in detail in this manual.
WriterWL
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Initialization
The Data Logger DCX needs to be initialized before communication can be established with it. This
can be done by clicking Read Configuration. If a device is present, its settings are read in and
displayed in WriterWL. The device type, serial number, device time and PC time as well as the (total)
memory available in the device are listed in the status window. The status bar shows the current
recording status as well as the current time.
The menus
File
Save configuration: The current configuration is backed up to a file (*.cfx)
Open configuration: A saved configuration file is opened and loaded.
Exit: Exit the program
Port-Setup
Port Selection of the serial interface
Modem: Upon activation, the communication protocol for data transfer via a modem is
negotiated.
Settings
Editing the device identity:
On this screen you may enter a description (max. 63 characters) by which the device can be uniquely
identified. This identification, along with the current date/time and index, is used to form the name of
the file that the reader creates after reading in recorded data.
Setting the Pressure-Offset:
It is possible to recalibrate the pressure offset of the
existing sensors. This can become necessary if, for
example, the original values do not tally exactly due to the
measuring setup. Either an individual sensor, or both
sensors simultaneously if installed, can be set to a new
value.
To reset a sensor to its factory setting, click Set Factory Zero respectively.
To update the pressure values displayed, click Read Act Value(s).
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