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1. SDI 12 connection like that of our KPSI V Digital Series transducers The 850 00858 Hirose to Flying Leads Commu nications Cable provides a connection from the Hirose connector of the 853 Interface Cable to terminals requiring flying leads This connection also requires that both baud rates in TruWare under Advanced Systems Settings be changed to 1200 EXCITATION POWER SUPPLY SDI 12 ELECTRICAL TERMINATION idi 22AWG CONDUCTORS IN A SHIELDED CABLE EXCITATION INPUT DATA RED SUPPLY BLACK SUPPLY WHITE SIGNAL E mee eT Oe C KI g em i L i DRAIN WIRE SHIELD 858 CABLE 853 CABLE RED BLACK WHITE Measurement Specialties Inc www meas spec com 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 26 of 28 1 757 766 1500 1 800 745 8008 measurement SPECIALT e IruBlue User Manual e e 80852 00000 and 852 01000 suspension wire assembly The 852 suspension wire assembly is intended for use with absolute transducers to suspend the unit This assembly includes a stainless steel or titanium backshell carabiner and FEP coated stainless steel suspension wire his option should be considered when long term monitoring is being employed or security and cost are an Issue ff j Suspension Wire Assembly Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 27 of 28 measurement
2. e View data as a table or dynamic self updating graph displaying the parameters of your choice e Check for and download firmware updates for hardware e Calibrate the conductivity sensor if available for monitoring the electrical conductance below Conductivity Calibration IE point 1 Input the appropriate values before reading conductance data For detailed instructions on using TruWare please see the TruWare User s Manual that comes with the software and is also available at our website Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 6 of 28 measurement TruBlue User Manual ee ee e 4 connections and field installation two types of field cable There are two types of cable that may be used in deploying your TruBlue water level data logger the interface cable assembly or the suspension wire assembly Which you choose will depend on the water level data logger s pressure format vented or absolute and communications needs ASSEMBLY 853 XXXXX includes power and communications conductors as well as a reference pressure vent tube Cables are available in configurable lengths from 5 999 feet It should be used with all vented TruBlue water level data loggers It can also be used with absolute transducers in order to provide the ability to communicate with the trans ducer without extracting it from its mea surement location SUSP
3. SPEC ALT e e TruBlue User Manual 6860 00100 converters The 860 00100 converts serial RS 485 to SDI 12 and is used to communicate with a thrird party SDI 12 device such as a data logger converter N PIN 2 RS 485A n PIN 3 RS 485B Q PIN 4 GND U MUST USE GENDER CHANGER 12345 FOR 855 CABLE ooo OD 0000 6789 Measurement Specialties Inc www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 28 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIESM o e Toll Free 800 745 8008 e Phone 757 766 1500 E mail WL sales meas spec com WWwWw meas spec com
4. upright position with the cable extending up Although it may be operated in any orientation anything other than this vertical position will result in Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 11 of 28 measurement y S P EC lA LT I e o IruBlue User Manual e a slight zero offset in the measured data If the data logger will be operated in a known non vertical orientation this zero offset error may be easily calibrated out cable protection Cable damage is one of the most common causes of vented data logger failure Here are a few precautions you should take in order to extend the life of your TruBlue water level data logger e When working with your data logger cable make sure the cable does not drag over sharp edges his could nick or cut the cable outer jacket A cut in the outer jacket could allow water into the data logger electronics causing permanent damage Qur polyurethane jacketed cables are quite flexible however care needs to be taken to avoid crimping the vent tube inside the cable when bending the cable to suit your installation To avoid this do not bend your cable tighter than a radius of 3 inches f you use a compression fitting or strain relief to secure the cable as it enters a junction box be careful not to over tighten the fitting to the extent that it dam ages the cable or crushes the internal vent tube WARNING Cri
5. Hirose electrical connector The 853 Interface Cable connects to the computer via a communications cable For this there are three options Hirose Connector with Cap NOTE When deploying a vented logger with the 853 cable it is very important to make sure the electrical connector is covered with the supplied cap Gore Tex Filter Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 9 of 28 TruBlue User Manual Measurement Specialties Inc 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA measurement SPECIALTIES e e e 1 THE 850 00856 CABLE The 850 00856 cable is the best choice for quick data logger connections in the field It features the Hirose connector to quickly link to the vent filter con nector and unique USB RS 232 conversion connector at the opposite end This same cable also provides external power to the data logger allowing faster sampling rates during configuration 2 THE 850 00855 CABLE An all in one adapter enabling connection to a computer modem or PDA It features built in conversion to RS 232 and USB as well as a DC input connector See Figure A 1 in Appendix 3 THE 850 00854 CABLE An an economic alternate for permanent installations The cable incorporates a DC input con nector but requires external converters to connect to an RS 232 serial port or USB port See Figure A 2 in Appendix for more detail
6. Standard Methods 2510B calibrating the conductivity sensor STEP 1 GATHER SUPPLIES YOU WILL NEED e Calibration solution set close to your expected conductivity level A clean beaker for calibration solution STEP 2 RINSE THE SENSOR A Dry the body of the unit if is wet and invert to remove any liquid inside the conductivity sensor B Before opening the solution bottle invert it a few times then pour into beaker cup C Insert the data TruBlue into the solution in the test beaker making sure the conductivity slot is completely submerged and gently stir the solution with the datalogger D Remove the TruBlue and discard the solution E Ideally repeat steps A E STEP 3 EQUALIZE THE TEMPERATURE A Fill the beaker with enough calibration solution B Insert the TruBlue into the solution and gently stir the solution with the datalogger to insure there are no bubbles formed on the conductivity sensor Allow at least 30 seconds for sensor and solution temperatures to equalize STEP 4 CALIBRATE WITH TRUWARE Ihe CID datalogger should be connected to your computer with TruWare open and a Meter View window displaying a conductivity reading Measurement Specialties Inc wwwmeaespeccom 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 13 of 28 TruBlue User Manual STEP 4 CONT D A With the TruBlue inserted in the calibration solution hold the mouse pointer over the measurement S PECIALTI condu
7. cable assembly e RS 485 output with SDI 12 protocol e Optional SDI 12 for connectivity to 3rd party SDI 12 devices e Optional auxiliary battery pack for rapid sampling measurement Measurement Specialties Inc WWw meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 4 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIE S ee e TruBlue User Manual e e TM 3 using the IruWare software program Both powerful and user friendly TruWare is the software program designed specifically to manage lIruBlue water level data loggers and the data they collect Used together a TruBlue water level data logger and TruWare are ideal for monitoring groundwater and surface water levels inwells open channels lakes streams and reservoirs as well as general watershed management TDI E E 12 Jun 2014 04 04 32 PM Doa With its highly visual interface and powerful features IruWare makes it easy to manage your TruBlue level data logger Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 5 of 28 measurement p N SPEC A LT 9909 e IruBlue User Manual o with TruWare M you can e Make a direct connection between a PC or laptop and one or more water level data loggers e Program tests customized data collection schedules for connected data loggers e Extract data from a previously initiated test View save and export test data and real time readings
8. electrical output from your transducer Check all electrical connections to make sure they are correct and secure If the problem persists it could be a circuit board or the sensor in your transducer The unit must be returned to the factory for evaluation The most probable causes for this type of failure are lightning damage or damage to the submersible cable Jacket allowing 3 water to leak down the cable and into the transducer housing symptom procedure symptom procedure Measurement Specialties Inc 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA Formation of marine growth on a submersible transducer Certain transducer construction materials for example 316 stainless steel attract marine life snails and algae Clean the transducer diaphragm by soaking it in a bucket of warm water with a non aggressive cleaning solution Growth can be reduced by utilizing the 860 00825 Anti Fouling Gaurd to protect the sensor You can also coat the transducer with marine grease This may be the most effective and inexpensive way to protect your transducer Submersible transducer exhibits corrosion or pitting on body or diaphragm Dissimilar metals for example your transducer housing and your pump housing in an electrolytic environment fluid in your well can lead to galvanic corrosion of the metal that is nearer the anodic end of the galvanic series Likewise a voltage potential between the
9. ground wire of the transducer and the ground of other equipment in the well can lead to galvanic corrosion www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1 800 745 8008 19 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES TM e e TruBlue User Manual 7 Troubleshooting continued ee symptom Transducer has an offset error procedure Our submersible transducers perform best when pointing downward Keep in mind that you can experience offset error due to the position sensitivity or orientation change of the sensor Offset errors are more prominent in low pressure applications with the sensing end of the transducer lying flat or pointing upward Offset adjustments can be made thru IruWare software Measurement Specialties Inc www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 20 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES e TruBlue User Manual 8 Warranty and Product Return Procedures warrant y Any unit that is less than 2 years old see DOM which does not meet the product s specifications and exhibits no physical damage to the housing sensor or cable cuts will be replaced under warranty Units 2 3 years old Units that fall within this age group and exhibit no obvious physical damage to the housing sensor or cable cuts can be replaced at a discounted list price Units greater than 3 years old Units that fall within this age group are not replaced under warranty merchandise re
10. on the diaphragm preventing it from responding properly to pressure changes The data logger can be cleaned by gently swishing the transducer back and forth in a bucket of warm soapy water until the residue softens and washes off See Cleaning Your Transducer Chapter 6 Under no circumstances should any object or tool be used to remove residue from the sensing 3 diaphragm which could cause permanent damage If cleaning the diaphragm does not solve the problem the transducer should be returned to the factory for repair or replacement symptom lransducer suddenly fails during or just after a nearby lightning event procedu re This failure is usually caused by overvoltage due to ground transients resulting from a direct or indirect lightning event These transients can travel distances of a mile or more Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 17 of 28 TruBlue User Manual measurement SPECIALTIES eo 7 Iroubleshooting continued ee symptom procedure Transducer response to pressure level input changes becomes sluggish his is usually a sign that the sensing end of the transducer has become fouled with residue The transducer must be removed from service and the sensing diaphragm cleaned as described in Chapter 6 ee symptom Output reading is within limits but freezes at one point proced
11. 0 745 8008 3 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES TruBlue User Manual e e 2 lruBlue series overview TruBlue represents the leading edge of pressure sensing technology Built with power conserving microcomputer circuitry and offering the highest level of functionity and accuracy available the TruBlue series comprises six water level data logger models model measures amp logs submersible pressure reference 555 LEVEL Level amp Temperature Yes Vented Absolute 565 LEVEL Level amp Temperature High Acc 3 Yes Vented 255 LEVEL Level amp Temperature Yes Absolute 575 BARO Barometric Pressure amp Temp No Absolute 275 Baro Barometric Pressure amp Temp No Absolute 585 CTD Conductivity Level amp Temp Yes Vented Absolute key features e User friendly TruWare software included free of charge e Fully sealed design e 5 year permanent battery at a 15 minute logging rate 10 year for IruBlue 255 model e 8MB internal memory with 56 MB available internal memory for the TruBlue 255 model e Rugged 316 stainless steel or titanium with polyurethane standard or ETFE cable for harsh environments e 2 year warranty against manufacturer defects e Vented or absolute reference e Calibration report included with each instrument when shipped e Easy set up and data retrieval e Integrated temperature measurement up to 0 1 C accuracy e Field upgradeable firmware e Quick disconnect
12. ENSION ASSEMBLY THE SUSPENSION WIRE 852 XXXXX Is a low cost suspension solution intended for use only with absolute transducers Wire is available in configurable lengths from 0 999 feet Since there is is no vent tube or desic cant filter maintenance is minimal On the other hand the fact that there are no com munications conductors in the cable means that in order to communicate with the level data logger it will need to be removed from Its measurement location 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 7 of 28 measurement SPEC ALT e e TruBlue User Manual ec connecting the level data lo er to the field cable e Inspect the two O rings C on the open connecting end of the water level data logger Make sure they are clean and not damaged Figure 4 2 e Look inside the open connecting ends of the data logger and the cable to see how the two mate together Note the two keys in the data logger and cable assemblies and the fact that they are different sizes to ensure proper alignment Figure 4 1 FIGURE CABLE KEY Figure 4 1 A Water level data logger cable mat ing key and the open connecting end of the cable assembly is also sometimes called the backshell B DATA LOGGER i ASSEMBLY Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 8 of 28 measurement SPECIALTI o TruBlue User Manual eS
13. T al FMC Oe ded IS T RR 11 bSDIB PEBEBEBOIE e oa eost pit era Pe E E M Dt LI EDENDUM DE ee 12 ye ee IER UA E EN EAEE AE A EAE 12 What p Conductivity 12 Types of Conductivity Measurement eene een 12 E reo E E 13 Specific ev dimisi 13 Calibrating The Conductivity SSERSOEesaneneprqemritietaaratutmaF dE ennei een aane dE E Soap RE 13 cds C RETE UA 23666 USA MN oo 74 0s Page 1 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES TruBlue User Manual ee e 0 Pee DUM eNO ROC RR 15 Cleaning Your Water Level Data Logger 16 BEER BOREERAIDEASEROALMNS mm 17 8 Warranty and Product Return Procedures 21 WCE NR E E AE eee ee 21 Merchandise Return Procedures nnn 21 9 Appendix A TruBlue Connection Diagrams 23 Appendix A TruBlue Connection Diagrams 23 Model 850 00857 ssssssssssssesesent nnne trente tnter trt 23 Model 850 00854 24 Model 850 008959 ratientamndcanatereypantctsunedextcatonbdtg pindeaee waanschsamcanien acsaseeieednensdabaaciunnetenedaiaicuantusecatonsecastaded 25 Model 8950 00850 erranen EE E RREN ENE 26 Model 850 00858 sssssssssssseeeeen tnter trente trente tr rnc 26 Model 852 XXXXX Cr 2 Model 860 00100 ssssssssssssseseeeennnnnt ntt 28 Measurement Specialties Inc www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 L
14. YURETHANE JACKET MATTE BLACK 0 1602 010 INCHES PROTOCOL Jb U INEHES SWITCH WHEN FULLY EXTENDED E N DB9F CONNECTOR CONNECTOR WATERPROOF MINIATURE HIROSE HR30 6PA 6P 71 1 PIN SIGNAL DIRECTION 2 TD INPUT C 3 RD OUTPUT C 5 GROUND N A d O O PIN SIGNAL 2 DATAA 8 3 DATAB 5 GROUND HIROSE CONNECTOR 850 00855 5 o HED _____ gt Communications 1 o _WHTIRS 485 4 gt gt o CRN RS 485 B gt 3 o BLK GND gt 4 o RED 6 16 V gt Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 25 of 28 measurement gt SPECIALTI 9 TruBlue User Manual eS 850 00856 USB to Hirose 850 008 56 The 850 00856 USB to Hirose Communication Cable is the 880 00856 Use to Hirose newest and most streamlined cable offering This cable provides connection from the Hirose connector of the 853 Interface Cable directly to your PC USB port This allows data collection without removing the data logger from Its deployed position 850 00858 Hireose to Flying Leads Communication Cable It is often desired to utilize the water level data logger as 8850 00858 a transducer and a data logger simultaneously Logged data is stored in the on board memory Polled data is sent to a network capable auxiliary logger or telemetry system that capture the live data and transmits from a remote location These devices often require a standard
15. ctivity reading and right click to get to the Conductivity Calibration window B Enter the conductivity level of the calibration solution in the first row and column of the calibration window under User Input labeled Point 1 C Click on Read Conductance for Point 1 Example 47 600 u D After about 28 seconds the remaining values will populate in the remaining columns The Cell Constants should be 0 5000 E Select Save Remove the CTD datalogger from the solution Close the Conductivity Calibration window F Take a reading in solution it should be near or around 47 600 us readings to collect before reaching your target level Conductivity Calibration User Input uS cm Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 Point 4 Point 5 Read Conductance for z Reset point 1 Input the appropriate values before reading conductance data Temp Coeff1 Temp Coeff Temp Coeff3 Temp Coeff4 Temp Coeff5 Measurement Specialties Inc 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA Temp Coefficient 96 C 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 Cell Constants I cm Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 Point 4 Point 5 Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 Point 4 Point 5 Get Cal Log WWW meas spec com 14 of 28 It may take a few Calculated Offsets S cm Cancel 1 757 766 1500 1 800 745 8008 measu rement SPECIALTII eo oe TruBlue User Manual e 6 maintenance of your ctd conductivity t
16. e Gently insert the level data logger housing into the cable backshell knurled assembly Hold the level data logger in one hand and the cable in the other near the backshell e While applying slight pressure to push the two parts together slowly rotate the data logger assembly in the backshell until the keys align When that happens the housing will slip into the backshell assembly an additional inch and you will no longer be able to rotate the level data logger while holding the cable e Now that the keys are aligned and seated grasp the level data logger in one hand and the knurled backshell in the other e While applying slight pressure to push the two parts together screw the backshell onto the level data logger housing Continue threading the parts together until they are fully mated leaving no visible gap where the backshell meets the data logger housing connecting to a computer or other device INTERFACE CABLE ASSEMBLY he opposite end of the 853 Interface Cable assembly provides simple yet elegant TruBlue connection to the above ground environment The assembly incorporates an innovative vent filter that provides lifetime moisture protection for vented gage water level data loggers A GORE TEX plug prevents water droplets from entering the filter while allowing air to pass freely to the internal silica gel desiccant The filter housed in corrosion resistant grade 316 stainless steel provides surge protection and features a compact
17. ed review 4 THE 850 00858 CABLE he best choice to connect the 853 XXXXX interface cable to terminals requiring flying leads such as an external data logger WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1 800 745 8008 10 of 28 measurement SPECIALTI TM e e TruBlue User Manual SUSPENSION WIRE Absolute dataloggers typically use the 852 Suspension Wire when deployed unless the ability to communicate without extraction is desired in which case an 853 inter face cable can be used Connecting an absolute data logger to a computer requires an 850 00857 com munications cable This cable has a design that allows easy connection once you remove the loggers backshell 850 00857 Communications Cable sealed construction Because of the TruBlue water level data logger s sealed design which improves durability by eliminating moisture intrusion the unit s batteries cannot be removed replaced or recharged The two 3 volt lithium ton batteries that are built into the unit will last more than 10 years when logging 1 reading every 15 minutes internal clock synchronization When received from the factory your TruBlue data logger s internal calendar clock will be set to Eastern Standard Time The internal clock can be quickly and easily synchronized to your local clock and time zone using TruWare Please refer to the TruWare User s Manual for details general field installation The TruBlue is calibrated for operation in a vertical
18. emperature depth device general maintenance principles Conductivity meters and cells should be calibrated to a standard conductivity solution This should only be done when the device is clean Selecting standards is very important you should always choose one that has the approximate conductivity of the solution environment to be measured stream ocean etc Sometimes users like to have a second calibration point either above or below the main calibration point which is useful for measuring applications that have greater conductivity spans Conductivity sensors like any other sensor installed in a process will eventually succumb to contamination from the process Regular cleaning of the conductivity sensor will assure long reliable and accurate service Careful examination of the electrodes should be performed to make sure they have not been chemically attacked eroded or physically altered A slow degradation of the sensor Is hard to spot until it s too late Cleaning should be done with a combination of soaks and rinses in a solution of water and detergent This usually removes most contaminants Persistent contaminants may require a brief soaking in weak acid or diluted caustic solutions Acetone easily cleans most organic matter and hypochlorous solutions will remove algae bacteria or molds Follow by thoroughly rinsing with clean water to remove and neutralize any residual acid or caustic solutions CAUTION Always f
19. es are not met the package could be sent back unopened at the customer s expense All equipment should be sent to the following address ATTN WATER LEVEL REPAIR DEPARTMENT 7 digit RMA number Measurement Specialties Inc 1000 Lucas Way Hampton Virginia 23666 Incoming freight charges are the customer s responsibility The customer is also responsible for paying shipping charges to and from Measurement Specialties Inc for any equipment not under warranty Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 22 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES eo TruBlue User Manual ee l IM 9 Appendix A IruBlue Connection Diagrams 80850 00857 USB to Backshell Communication Cable The 850 00857 USB to Backshell Communication Cable is universal to vented gage and absolute data loggers This NON SUBMERSIBLE communications cable can be used to set up tests and to retrieve test data from all TruBlue data loggers The cable is intended to be used temporarily and is not intended for permanent attachment BACKSHELL CABLE Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 23 of 28 measurement z SPECIALTI e e IruBlue User Manual e e 89850 00854 Permanent Communication Cable The figure below shows the RS 485 communications signal assignments on the 850 00854 Permanent Communication Cable 9 pi
20. measurement SPEC ALT ES 9909 e we Water Level Conductivity and Barometric Pressure Data Loggers 555 565 Conductivity Temperature Depth WL SalesQmeas spec com www meas spec com water level sensors aspx measurement SPECIALTIES eo TruBlue User Manual e o table of contents Be E O RR EEEE ERA RE AEE 3 ghe WOU TOR POUR UT CHa E cusses cue sovagceegdesoe se cen sevoccecabsceeouaed sags E ETT 3 About Measurement Specialties ssssssssssssssss emm mener 3 WAVES EIUS EST MR em J lechni al GO OEE E 3 Ordering Products and Accessories sssssssssssss m emm eene nenne 3 Virtutis M GON ONT MO US GVM ROREM 3 2 TruBlue Series Overview RR 4 3 Using the TruWare Software Program 5 4 Connections and Field Installation 7 Two Types of Field LaDIC nocce conned cute iaasacececaecayte dsc anadauanntenaneononenamnaayesate OEE aN ai 7 Interface Cable ASSI vacasanesauvarcaee usa d Har rertm vr Ei Ed v EN SPOT UToO eM gn TUE AT 7 STET RITTER ERR A A 7 Connecting the Data Logger to the Field Cable ssssssssssssssssssRRR RR 8 Connecting to a Computer or Other DeVICE ieee ceceecccccce ee Ree 9 Vented Interface Cable Assembly sssssssssssssss emm emen nnne s 9 SI EIU EEEE 11 terna Clock Synchronization erdire N IEEE N E 11 TO
21. mping the vent tube with tight bends or crushing It within the cable can block the reference pressure port of the water level data logger his will prevent the reference from registering atmospheric or temperature related pressure changes resulting in measurement offset errors 5 conductivity WHATIS CONDUCTIVITY Conductivity or conductance is the degree to which a material conducts electric current In water high conductivity often indicates the presence of a high concentration of dissolved salts and minerals Conductivity measurements can be valuable for detecting and monitoring saltwater intrusion surface water infiltration and mixing and certain pollutants and contaminants TYPES OF CONDUCTIVITY MEASUREMENTS he ruBlue 585 CID water level data logger can calculate and record the following parameters Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 12 of 28 measurement TruBlue User Manual ARR ee e ACTUAL CONDUCTIVITY UNITS microSiemens per centimeter y S cm default millisiemens per centimeter mS cm SPECIFIC CONDUCTIVITY UNITS microSiemens per centimeter u S cm default millisiemens per centimeter mS cm A means of expressing what the actual conductivity of a solution would be at a standard reference temperature 25 C Calculated from actual conductivity and temperature The factory default coefficients calculate specific conductivity per
22. n D connector that are required for serial communications Also shown are the signal assignments for the power connector that is found on the user above ground end of the 850 00854 cable assembly If you need to fabricate your own power connector to mate to this ensure that the polarities are correct as shown below HIROSE CONNECTOR 850 00854 5 o SHIELD gt Communication WHT RS 485 A BATTERY CONNECTOR 2 E 3c BLK GND 4c RED 6 16 V COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR RS 485 PIN 2 RS 485A 12345 PIN 3 RS 485B eea PIN 4 GND 6789 SHIELD DC POWER CONNECTOR 6 16 VDC DC POWER CONNECTOR 6 16 VDC KOBICONN 171 0702 EX KOBICONN 163 0301 EX Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 24 of 28 measurement SPEC A LTI ea TruBlue User Manual de 850 00855 Technician s Communication Cable The 850 00855 Technicians Communication Cable provides connection from the 853 Interface Cable Assembly to a modem PDA or computer and includes built in conversion to RS 232C and USB as well as a DC input connector The 3 foot coiled cable can remain connected to an RS 232C modem port and communicate with a PDA handheld via USB Connect the Model 860 00100 Figure A 3 for RS 485 to SDI 12 MINI USB POWER CONNECTOR CABLE 4 CONDUCTOR 28 AWG TC PP INSULATION 0 035 4 40 THUMB TYPE B 2 5MM CNTR CODED BLK WHT RED GRN OVERALL TC SPIRAL SHIELD SCREWS POS 6 16 VDC POL
23. ollow all safety procedures when using chemicals to clean conductivity sensors clogged nose piece or a dirty transducer diaphragm could result in erroneous readings from your transducer Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 15 of 28 measurement SPECIALTI TruBlue User Manual e cleaning your data logger The water level data logger can be cleaned by gently swishing it back and forth in a bucket of warm soapy water until the residue softens and washes off Either a clogged nose piece or a dirty diaphragm could result in erroneous readings from your unit WARNING Never attempt to clean the units nose piece or diaphragm with a sharp or hard object This could dent the sensor diaphragm and cause permanent damage to the data logger Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 16 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES TM e e TruBlue User Manual e e Iroubleshooting iY LLL symptom Transducer has failed and has been removed for analysis procedure Inspect the transducer housing It should be intact and free of Corrosion If the outer surface of the transducer is pitted this could be an indication of galvanic corrosion caused by stray ground currents If this is the case the data logger will probably need to be replaced It could be that residue has accumulated
24. phone to provide quick answers and help address challenges for your particular application If you have questions concerning any of our products call 757 766 1500 or 1 800 745 8008 extension 4398 Monday through Friday between 8 00 a m and 5 00 p m Eastern Standard Time ordering products and accessories For your convenience orders may be placed on line by visiting our e commerce website www LevelandPressure com You can also contact our Customer Service department at 1 800 745 8008 or contact your local representative Expedited shipping is available MANUAL CONTENT DISCLAIMER This users manual was prepared for the current firmware and software releases at the time of the manual publication While this document is believed to be thoroughly reliable Measurement Specialties assumes no liability for inaccuracies Addenda will be distributed as deemed necessary All computer programs supplied with your products are written and tested on available systems at the factory Measurement Specialties assumes no liability for other computers languages or operating systems We reserve the right to change the specifications without notice Any questions regarding firmware upgrades may be addressed to Applications Engineering Application software and transducer firmware revisions as well as manual addenda may be obtained from on www meas spec com Measurement Specialties Inc WWW meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 80
25. turn procedures Contact the Applications Engineer 757 766 4398 if your data logger is not operating properly The engineer will work with you to troubleshoot the problem and if necessary forward you to Customer Service for a Returned Merchandise Authorization RMA Please do not ship until you have obtained a Returned Merchandise Authorization RMA and instructions from Customer Service The staff is available for trouble shooting at 757 766 1500 or toll free at 1 800 745 8008 during normal working hours Eastern standard time Be prepared to supply the following information when requesting the RMA e Data logger part number e Serial number e Complete description of problems symptoms e Bill To and Ship To address The above information including the RMA number must be on the customer s shipping documents that accompany the equipment to be repaired Prior to returning the data logger and cable must be cleaned per instructions provided on the cleaning certificate supplied when the unit was delivered The certificate can also be found on our website www meas spec com Measurement Specialties Inc www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 21 of 28 measurement SPECIALTIES e e TruBlue User Manual o e The completed certificate must accompany the data logger when shipped We reserve the right to reject any shipment deemed to be unsanitary or environmentally unsafe to handle If these guidelin
26. ucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA 1 800 745 8008 Page 2 of 28 measu rement SPECIALT e 6 TruBlue User Manual e D tuBiwe User Manal Oe Introduction thank you for your purchase The TruBlue line of water level data loggers offers accuracy versatility and extensive features You ve made a commitment to quality In return we promise a high level of service and support to help you get the most from your investment in leading edge environmental monitoring instrumentation about measurement specialties september 2010 Measurement Specialties Inc NASDAQ MEAS a global designer and manu facturer of sensors and sensor based systems announced the acquisition of Pressure Systems Inc PSI Measurement Specialties continues to develop manufacture and service highly accurate level measuring instruments for environmental applications and is commited to consistently meeting and exceeding customer s expectations website and e mail You can visit our website at www meas spec com water level sensors aspx for information on our latest product releases application notes product specifications and certifications and IS control installation drawings We welcome your questions and comments and strive to reply promptly Please e mail us at WL sales meas spec com technical support While this manual provides extensive guidance for everything from setup through maintenance we understand that there s nothing like getting an expert on the
27. ure preventing the sensor from identifying change in level Removing the In certain environments crust may form over the sensing diaphragm transducer from service and cleaning it as described in Chapter 6 will generally solve the problem To combat marine growth you might try wrapping the transducer with copper wire similar to that found in wire scouring pads for cleaning dishes Marine growth occurs on the copper and eventually erodes the copper and drops off or the copper is manually removed during routine maintenance Alternatively there are various companies that will impregnate coat the 316 stainless steel with coatings of anti fouling chemicals Level transducers temporarily removed from the well or sump should not be stored dry but should be stored in a bucket of fresh water in order to prevent crust formation symptom procedure Measurement Specialties Inc 1000 Lucas Way Hampton VA 23666 USA Readings increase very slowly over time Our cable is shipped coiled and consequently takes time to straighten 3 when installed To prevent cable stretch with lengths greater than 200 feet 60 m secure the Kevlar fibers just under the cable jacket to your junction box or other secure object www meas spec com 1 757 766 1500 1 800 745 8008 18 of 28 TruBlue User Manual measurement SPECIALTI e e eo 7 Iroubleshooting continued ee symptom procedure No

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