VPFlowTerminal user manual
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1. FO ru FA Z Z d CA FY FXG ANA VA NA NA NA KKK KKK IAVAVAVAVATAVAVAVETAVENVAVETET ARA d M VV VV VV VV VV VV rr IWAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAYAVAVAVAVAY SE E gt lt S o T Zo gt Se Si e n VPFlow Terminal user manual 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV VAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAWAN AAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVAVA VAVAVAVAVAVAY AVAVAVAYAYAVA MAN VP T5110 UK 2 www vpinstruments com Revision Date 13 12 2013 VPFlow Terminal user manual 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV All rights reserved No parts of this work may be reproduced in any form or by any means graphic electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording taping or information storage and retrieval systems without the written permission of the publisher Products that are referred to in this document may be either trademarks and or registered trademarks of the respective owners The publisher and the author make no claim to these trademarks While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document the publisher and the author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions or for damages resulting from the use of information contained in this document or from the use of programs and source code that may accompany it In no event shall the publisher and the author be liable for anylos2. 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 Warning Read this first 5 Introduction Dear customer Thank you for purchasing the VPFlowTerminal The VPFlowTerminal is a remote display for the VPFlowScope product family has a built in data logger and provides input for 4 analog inputs Great products deserve great user manuals We have done our best to make this user manual as complete as possible New users please read it carefully to familiarize yourself with our products Experienced users can check out the Quick start chapter This manual is dedicated to VPT 5110 000 Do you like our products and this user manual Tell others Do you miss something Let us know via sales instruments com 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 6 VPFlow Terminal user manual Product overview The VPFlowTerminal is intended as remote display It provides local read out on locations where the VPFlowScope is placed in high or unreachable locations The display provides read out for flow pressure temperature totalizer and up to 4 analog inputs To make the VPFlowTerminal even more complete a 2 Million point data logger and Modbus to Ethernet converter are integrated The VPFlowTerminal can be used in combination with the e VPFlowScope probe Thermal Mass e VPFlowScope in line Thermal Mass e VPFlowScope probe Differential Pressure 2013 Van Put
3. can be found on www vpinstruments com or are provided by your local re seller The USB interface is used for updating the firmware of the VPFlowTerminal Instructions on the update procedure can be found in a separate instruction leaflet which is distributed on request Upgrading is only possible for authorized technicians at own risk Recalibration To keep your VPFlowScope in best shape it needs recalibration The recommended recalibration date can be found in VP Studio when you read out your VPFlowScope Keep close eye on this date We advice annual recalibration Service subscriptions VPlInstruments offers several Service Subscriptions Enrolling in the Service Subscription Program helps you get the most out of your measurement equipment We keep your equipment in excellent shape as we offer an annual re calibration on our state of the art calibration equipment With the latest software releases and expert technical support you will save time and money We offer the following programs Standard Service Subscription Re calibration repair cleaning firmware update and warranty extension when serviced within 12 months subsequent intervals Full Service Subscription Annual exchange of your flow meter No service time Have a fully calibrated flow meter 24 7 365 days a week Repair within terms of usage see general terms and conditions Improved software performance innovative new product features and technical support he
4. default logging intervals These logging intervals can be changed with the VPStudio software This software tool is also used to retrieve the recorded sessions 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 8 VPFlow Terminal user manual Mechanical installation First select the right installation point Make sure that the VPFlowScope is within range of the cable It is not possible to extend the cable Follow the next six steps for installation 1 Remove the silver strip at the left side by lifting it up with your fingernails and pull it towards you 2 Remove the two screws and open the cover 3 Hold the VPFlowTerminal at the preferred position on the wall and mark the four installation holes with a pencil 4 Lay the VPFlowTerminal aside and drill the marked points 5 Insert a jack in each hole 6 Hold the VPFlowTerminal in front of the drilled holes and screw it through the connection holes to the wall Do not install the VPFlowTerminal upside down Do not install the VPFlowTerminal in an environment where fluids can leak onto the device Do not drill through the installation holes use a pencil to mark the position holes and drill afterwards 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 6 2 Mechanical installation 9 Electrical connections Turn off power when the VPFlowTerminal is opened The VPFlowTerminal has a pre assembled cable
5. ailable in pairs and can be used for RS485 networking Use twisted pair shielded cable with two pairs One pair for A and B and one lead of the other pair to interconnect the O Volt wire 4 20mA The 4 20 mA output of the VPFlowScope is Active which means that the VPFlowScope powers the loop For VPFlowScope only the 4 20 mA is used 4 20 mA is not connected Pin gen A a20 mA signal ace OC CS aa Not connected 8 12 24 VDC Analog inputs Analog inputs The VPFlowTerminal features 4 powered loop analog inputs Each input has a 24V supply and a return input The current signal is measured within this loop If the analog sensor requires a separate power Supply which means that it is not powered from the loop the O and 24V outputs can be used 150mA max 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 0 Volt 0 Volt 4 20mA_4 Supply_4 4 20mA_3 Ssupply_3 4 20mA_2 Supply _2 4 20mA_1 Supply_1 Supply_4 4 20mA_3 supply 3 4 20mA_2 Supply 2 4 20mA_1 Supply_1 6 5 Electrical connections 11 Ethernet converter The VPFlowTerminal contains a built in Ethernet port This port is based upon a Lantronix xport module In order to use this port it needs to be configured and assigned with an IP address The application to configure the port can be downloaded from www lantronix com Search for devicelnstaller in the download area Xport
6. ate 13 12 2013 22 13 VPFlow Terminal user manual Appendix B Zero and Span calculation Configuration of the VPFlowTerminal for analog inputs You need to configure the VPFlowTerminal via your personal computer using VPStudio software There are three things to configure e The name and prefix of the sensor e The logging interval for the sensor e The 4 20 mA scaling for the sensor Current to power calculation In this example we will explain how to calculate the power corresponding to the 4 20 mA output value Before we can do this we need some more data 1 Measure the supply Voltage remember this is a task for certified electricians 2 Check the power factor of your motor The power factor will be a number between 0 7 and 0 9 and is assumed to be constant The formula to calculate the power is as follows for a three phase motor I Ampere U Volt cosinus 1 E mF P kW one V3 1000 This formula can be simplified P kW Ampere D U Volt COSINUS o D 4 3 ae 1000 Lets assume a cosinus o of 0 7 For a 200 Amp current clamp the Pmax maximum power is Pmax 200 400 0 7 V3 97 kW 1000 This number will correspond to 20 mA and this is the number to fill as span value 0 KW will correspond to 4mA as this is the current level when there is no power being consumed This number can be filled in as zero value So now you have configured all input you need You can start log
7. can be stopped by pressing the esc button 2 2 Delete all All sessions will be deleted It is not possible to delete just a single session 3 Advanced 3 1 Reset Reset the device All peripherals will be reinitialized This option is also needed when updating the display firmware Note The Etnernet port and VPFlowScope sensor are not reset during this sequence 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 Display 17 VPStudio software The VPFlowTerminal and its attached sensor can be read out and configured with the VPStudio software This software can be downloaded from www vpinstruments com In case of basic configuration and read out use the free edition If real time logging is required request a license code by our sales department quick start is shown below read the VPStudio manual for more information This manual can be downloaded from www vpinstruments com downloads Connect the VPFlowTerminal to the computer The VPFlowTerminal can be connected to the computer with the USB connector You can only download data log sessions and configure the display For configuration or read out of the sensor the mains cable needs to be connected power up the attached sensor Install USB drivers A driver needs to be installed for the USB interface The driver might be installed automatically by your windows system or need to be installed manually All drivers are available on our website www
8. configuration e Download and install devicelnstaller from the Lantronix website Power up the VPFlowTerminal and connect an Ethernet cable to your computer Start devicelnstaller and click search The Xport should be found When the port is not listed assign a fixed IP address to your computer Select the xport module and go to the tab web configuration Then click the green button to open the configuration window Log in with username admin and leave the password form empty Addressing an IP address Select the option network in the menu Here you can adjust the network settings of the xport Setting the baud rate The xport converts the RS485 signal from the VPFlowScope to Ethernet Therefore the xport needs to know what the communication parameters are Click serial settings in the menu to change Make sure that the settings match the VPFlowScope settings Other options All other options for the xport are pre configured and may not be changed Changing these parameters may cause the converter to stop working Modbus communication Once the port is installed the VPFlowTerminal is ready to be used with Modbus All VPFlowScope parameters are available according the VPFlowScope manual Note that the signal is Modbus RTU over TCP VPStudio communication For communication with VPStudio a virtual COM port needs to be created as VPStudio does not support IP communication A virtual COM port can be created with the CPR COM Port Redir
9. ector from Lantronix This software can be download at www lantronix com Install and run the software and follow next steps e Click the add remove button above the list of all COM ports Note there may be inaccessible COM ports in the list These are reserved by your system and should be left alone e Select an available COM port and click OK e Click the search for device button The CPR software will search for Lantronix devices connected to the network All found devices will appear in the device list below the COM ports e Double click on the COM port you want to assign the device to and a new window will appear Leave these settings as is and right click on the device you want to connect to the port Then choose the option add to settings The IP address will appear with it s TCP port e Clicking the save button will rise a new tab called number test Go to this tab e Click on the open button and the port will be tested When all went well the connection is in place and can now be used e NOTE When the CPR software has issues lower your firewall settings 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 12 VPFlow Terminal user manual 6 6 Schemes Modbus RS485 Modbus loops Connect shield to ground on one side Avoid ground loops Connect shield to ground on one side 4 20 mA sensors Pressure Dew point Power Differential pressure Any 4 20 mA loop powered senso
10. for the VPFlowScope The VPFlowScope in line with M12 8 pin connector can be connected to this cable directly A connector cap with M12 8 pin connector is used to connect the VPFlowScope probe models A VPFlowScope with 5 pin connector can not be connected A VPFlowScope needs to be connected to the VPFlowTerminal in order to work It is not possible to use the VPFlowTerminal without the VPFlowScope connected To access the inputs and outputs of the VPFlowTerminal the case needs to be opened Make sure that it is tightened well to maintain the IP grade Connections At the bottom of the VPFlowTerminal there are several connections as seen in the image below 1 AC Mains inlet 2 Cable with connector cap for VPFlowScope pre wired 3 Optional cable inlet outlet for VPFlowScope RS485 bus Electrical overview 1 AC Mains screw terminal 2 Power supply 3 Secondary fuse 2x 5 VPFlowScope output screw terminal 6 RS485 Ethernet converter 7 Analog input 4x 4 VPFlowScope input screw terminal 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 6 3 6 4 10 VPFlow Terminal user manual VPFlowScope connections VPFlowScope connection The cable to the VPFlowScope is pre wired All signals are available on the middle screw terminal block These signals can be used for connection to a building management system or Modbus chain RS485 These terminals are av
11. ging now Setting the logging interval The logging interval depends on what you would like to see If you are interested in control system behavior you can set the logging interval to 1 second and measure for a couple of days If you would like to see slow variations for example the influence of daily production on the performance you can set the interval to once per minute For see seasonal influence a 15 minute interval provides enough data to make the right analysis TIP For flow pressure and kW we recommend to have identical intervals 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 Notes 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV 23 www vpinstruments com Measure Monitor Manage MAN VP T5110 UK Revsion 2 Date 13 12 2013
12. gs The analog inputs can also be stored in the data logger The log interval for each input can be set with the VPStudio software Use the following guidelines for the intervals Standard energy management application Machine testing quick fluctuations Audit one week Audit one month 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 14 7 4 7 9 VPFlow Terminal user manual Multiple sessions can be recorded When a session is started a separate session will be recorded It s not possible to append to an existing session When a power failure occurs during recording the session will be stopped When power is restored a new session will start automatically Keypad The key pad contains 4 buttons to control the VPFlowTerminal 1 Menu Enter Used to enter the sub menu or to confirm a setting 2 Escape Record Will start a data logging session when in the data acquisition screen Will return from a Sub menu when not in the data acquisition screen 3 Button down Navigate down in the menu 4 Button up Navigate up in the menu Special key functions e Lock display In the main screen press up and down simultaneously to lock or unlock the display A lock icon will appear in the right lower corner of the screen The lock function will block keypad functionality e Clean re boot Hold esc pressed when turning the power on Use this option when a display will not start up or ifa
13. lps keep you focused on what matters most for your company Benefits Annual calibrated and cleaned instruments Warranty extension Software and firmware updates Live support and e mail support by our skilled technicians Consult your distributor for information about our service program 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 10 Specifications Mechanical VPT 5110 000 Housing Ambient temperature Electrical Power supply Primary fuse Secondary fuses Display Technology Back light Memory Inputs and outputs Analog output Analog inputs Serial IO Ethernet Service 19 Please always check the label of your product for the specifications Specifications are subject to change as we are continuously improving our products j Please contact us to obtain the latest specification sheet 230mm x 130mm x 75mm 1 6 Kg Painted Aluminum IP65 0 50 C 32 122 F 100 240 VAC 1 Ampere 250 mili Ampere Liquid crystal Blue with auto power save 2 Million point memory VPFlowScope current pulse output 4 x 4 20mA input Modbus RTU USB for configuration Lantronix Xport converter for RS485 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 11 20 VPFlow Terminal user manual Order information and accessories VPT 5110 000 VPS R150 P400 VPT KIT VPS R150 P600 VPT KIT VPS R150 P4DP VPT KIT VPFlowTerminal VPFlowter
14. lways make sure that upstream length downstream length flow pressure temperature and humidity conditions are within specifications Precision instruments need maintenance Check your flow meter regularly and make sure it remains clean When polluted gently clean the sensor using demineralised water or cleaning alcohol Precision instruments need regular re calibration The VPFlowScope is guaranteed for 24 months on manufacturing defects when used in clean filtered oil free and dry compressed air However when the air quality conditions are not met the re calibration interval may become shorter than 24 months VPlInstruments offers service contracts which cover a one year re calibration firmware upgrades and minor repairs Not intended for fiscal metering or billing Our flow meters are not certified for fiscal metering Laws on fiscal metering and billing may vary per country or state Do not overestimate the results The practical measurement uncertainty of VPFlowScope is 5 Do not expect less than 5 measurement uncertainty from any measurement as this is physically impossible due to the nature of turbulent pipe flows Our products are not intended to be used as a single means to determine compressor capacity Feedback leads to product improvement Please share your experience with us aS we are continuously improving our products in our commitment to quality reliability and ease of use Let us know va sales vpinstruments com
15. minal with VPFlowScope probe length 400mm VPFlowterminal with VPFlowScope probe length 600mm VPFlowterminal with VPFlowScope dP probe length 400mm Accesories VPA 5001 901 VPStudio software SFT 5003 300 SFT 5002 400 4 20mA Sensors VPA 8000 2100 VPA 8000 2200 VPA 8000 2400 VPA 8000 2600 VPA 8000 21K5 VPA 8000 1003 VPA 8000 1006 VPA 8000 1013 VPA 8000 1016 VPA 8000 1020 VPA 8000 1030 Connector cap with M12 8 pin socket For VPFlowScope dP sensor module in combination with VPFlowTerminal Licensed edition VPS amp VPT Full version VPLog i AC current sensor 100A rms VPLog i AC current sensor 200A rms VPLog i AC current sensor 400A rms VPLog i AC current sensor 800A rms VPLog i AC current sensor 1500A rms Dew point sensor 100 20 BSP Dew point sensor 100 20 NPT Dew point sensor 40 60 BSP Dew point sensor 40 60 NPT Pressure sensor 0 16 bar abs BSP thread Pressure sensor 0 16 bar abs NPT thread 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 12 Appendix A Supply _1 4 20mA 1 Supply _1 4 20mA 1 Supply _1 4 20mA 1 Order information and accessories 21 Connection examples VPLogl WP red Fulse brown GND black VPFlowMate 24V red OV brown 4 20mA yellow 4 20maA blue VPFlowScope 24V brown OV white 4 20mA blue 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 D
16. r If not loop powered Use separate power supply for the sensor use analog input for the A 20 mA signal only Avoid ground loops Connect shield to ground on one side 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 7 1 7 2 7 3 Electrical connections 13 Display The display is used for real time read out of the VPFlowScope sensor inputs and the analog signals This chapter explains all functionality Display status icons Some status icons show feedback on the meters status Below is a list with explanation Sensor module is properly connected and supplied with power Ecg No communication with the sensor Check external power when disconnected A blinking dot will indicate that a data session is active 2 rotating arrows indicate that there is communication with the computer The display is locked The menu can not be accessed Memory indication Each block indicates 20 of memory usage The blocks start to blink if the memory is more then 95 full LCD display The LCD display provides 3 rows for real time data Each row can be configured in the menu by selecting the desired parameter for this row Available options are listed in menu gt display Data Logger The built in data logger offers you 2 Million data points Enough to measure all three channels 1 x per second for more than a week A little warning though more data does not always lead to better insight in savin
17. s of profit or any other commercial damage caused or alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly by this document Creation date 13 12 2013 in Delft Publisher VPInstruments Delft The Netherlands Contents Table of Contents 1 Warning Read this first 2 Introduction 3 Product overview 4 Quick start 5 Mechanical installation 6 Electrical connections 1 CONNECCION nr amande 2 El ctricalovorvi W oca a Ee 3 VPFlowScope CONNGCUONS schicessicedetetaaveisueccnsasaucntawenniendadeeestebeurenedaiuueutaeseisacatiae 4Analgo NPIS oer S Ethernet Convento asnan GEHT 7 Display 1 Display Satus ICONS arana A en 8 VPStudio software 9 Service 1 Software and firmware UPdates cccccceecececeeeecceeeeeecneeseneeeeneesensaeeesneeeeneesenes 2 TROCANID EAU ON EE 3 SEFVICSSUDSCIIDUONS EE 10 Specifications 11 Order information and accessories 12 Appendix A Connection examples 13 Appendix B Zero and Span calculation 1 4 VPFlow Terminal user manual Warning Read this first Compressed air can be dangerous Please familiarize yourself with the forces under pressurized conditions Respect the local guidelines and regulations for working with pressurized equipment Gas flow through pipes follows certain physical laws These physical laws have serious consequences for the installation requirements Familiarize yourself with these laws to make sure that the product is installed correctly A
18. session won t stop This can happen due to subsequent power failures at the moment that the memory is almost full Menu The menu is categorized into 3 main items which contain their own sub menu items The complete menu structure is shown below 1 Settings 1 Display 2 Date and Time 3 Modbus address 4 Display dimtime 2 DAQ Sessions 1 New Session 2 Delete all 3 Advanced 1 Reset 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 Display 15 1 Settings The settings menu can be used to change both functional parameters as display settings 1 1 Display The main screen of the display contains 3 rows to display measurement values Via this menu measurement values can be assigned to these rows Available options in the menu are Empty Leave this display row empty Flow m sec Flow values are normalized 0 m h degrees C and 1013 25 mbar I min CFM m min Sfps Pressure Bar Gauge Psi Temperature Deg C Deg F Totalizer mr Flow values are normalized 0 degrees C and 1013 25 mbar Analog inputs 1 4 Analog inputs can be enabled and configured with VPStudio Custom 5 available units to be configured with VPStudio Multiply an existing unit with a user defined factor 1 2 Date and Time Adjust date and time settings First enter the menu option and set the date with the key pad The date is formatted as DD MM YYYY After setting the date confirm with enter and then enter the time set
19. ten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 Product overview T Quick start This chapter contains the basic steps to start using your VPFlowTerminal Additional information on all subjects can be found in the next chapters 1 Unpacking e Unpack the box and check if all items are there and in good shape A checklist with all items is available on the box Configuration Connect the VPFlowScope sensor to the connector cap of the VPFlowTerminal Power up the VPFlowTerminal and connect the USB cable to a computer Configure inner pipe diameter log intervals 4 20mA inputs and other required parameters with VPStudio ee eR 3 Mechanical installation e See the user manual for the best point of installation for this product Make sure that all Specifications are met e 4 holes are available to mount the VPFlowTerminal on the wall e Install the VPFlowScope Installation guidelines can be found in it s manual Read this carefully See chapter mechanical installation for more detailed information 4 Electrical installation e A cable for connecting the VPFlowScope is pre assembled Connect the connector cap to the VPFlowScope e Apply 100 240 VAC to power up the device the display will light up when power is applied See chapter electrical connections for more detailed information 5 Data recording A data log session can be started by pressing the esc button and then enter All parameters will be logged with the
20. tings in format HH MM SS again confirm with enter The new date will become active immediately Date time settings are kept actual by the real time clock until long power down Date and time will also be synchronized with the computer when used with VPStudio 1 3 Modbus address The Modbus address can be changed with this menu option Use the up and down buttons to change the number Available numbers 1 247 After setting the number press enter to save the address The power of the attached VPFlowScope needs to be cycled to activate the new address 1 4 Display dimtime The display backlight dimtime can be adjusted here The default dimtime is set to 10 seconds Other Available options are e Fading off The backlight will remain on e 5 till 30 seconds with steps of 5 seconds 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP 15110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 16 VPFlow Terminal user manual Confirming with menu will make this setting immediately active 2 DAQ Sessions The VPFlowTerminal contains a 2 Million point datalogger Via this menu you can start and stop the sessions or delete all present data 2 1 Start session The session will be started when you push the enter button after selecting this option When the session is started the menu will close and the main screen will be shown A blinking dot in the right upper corner will indicate the running session The menu will be blocked when a session is active The session
21. vpinstruments com downloads Configure the VPFlowTerminal Start the VPStudio software In the left white window right click to open the menu Now click add device Click the scan button to search for the right COM port Select it and click add Enter a name for the device Select USB Click add VPFlowTerminal display read out Click on the terminal icon to read out the display settings The status tab provides general information The installation tab is used to configure the settings Click sessions below display to retrieve session data VPFlowScope sensor read out Click on the plus symbol to unfold the sensor option Click on the sensor icon to read out the sensor settings The status tab provides general information The installation tab is used to configure the settings 2013 Van Putten Instruments BV MAN VP T5110 UK Revision 2 Date 13 12 2013 18 9 1 9 2 9 3 VPFlow Terminal user manual Service The VPFlowScope attached to your VPFlowTerminal needs regular maintenance to ensure that the product is functioning properly Especially when the product is used for mobile air audits we recommend inspecting the instrument before and after every audit to ensure that the product has not been damaged For precision measurement equipment such as the VPFlowScope a proper maintenance program is key to reliable measurement results and a long product lifetime Software and firmware updates News on software and firmware updates
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