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1. Ei ol ias ose 1 OF a em tren Low CP dely Fan oraa kw DP decrease Sow aray i OF rome No Berl tow DF areas Only honor DP anwenden in atico app eee 1 LP a gesehn tapi LP Seley Oy honor LP aradan Wh afan g 5 Goan f TPLF a greeter irer Goan f TP gees er Zee Fax orn tigh TP cecame Sow ar tag TP names Ma eave nigh TP came Fax oral bay TF peca Sea amay kom TPinoeese No arial te TP noame Mn TP hn Was TP EN Figure 11 Overrides Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 39 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Casing Pressure Overrides Casing Pressure Overrides configuration Table 17 CP Overrides Item Description Open if CP is greater than Opens the tubing valve if the Casing Pressure is greater than or equal to the PSIG setting Will only override if Minimum Off Time has expired Close if CP is less than Closes the tubing valve if the Casing Pressure is less than or equal to the PSIG setting Fast arrival high CP decrease Amount the Open if CP is greater than value will be decreased by for each fast cycle Slow arrival high CP increase Amount the Open if CP is greater than value will be increased by for each slow cycle No arrival high CP increase Amount the Open if CP is greater than value will be increased by for each no arrival Fast arrival low CP decrease Amount the Close if CP is less than value will be de
2. Totals Description Lifetime plunger arrival Reset only on Replace plunger command count Plunger arrival count Arrival count since Clear Totals Total tubing cycles Tubing cycles since Clear Totals Total tubing off time Tubing valve off time since Clear Totals Total tubing on time Tubing valve on time including afterflow since Clear Totals Tank totals Total tank cycles and on time All are set to 0 on Clear Totals command Table 6 Tank Totals Totals Description Total tank cycles Tank valve cycles since Clear Totals Total tank on time Tank valve on time since Clear Totals Tabular Trend Data Time stamped trend data for the enabled analog inputs and ACiC battery can be viewed in a tabular format when the Data screen tabular trend button H is selected Data is presented oldest first scroll down to the end of table for the most recent data Trend data can be cleared using the toolbar Tools Clear Devices Trend Data button 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 29 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Auto Cycle Intelligent Contrafier Level 1 ABAD 4ACE Die Gat Yew Inde trip EEE contig Treas Overades Inout Contig Scheduie Aara Cet Moen usas Sytem Everts ld Q 33 Trent TM oetaLoco T hie 1 5431 1521 SEO IM PM 1 721979 1521353 288 2008 1454P 1750309 15 20987 286 2008 1424 PM 17 15 20605 88 2008 151 4PM 17 15 20406 86200815 PM 17 3 15 20041 88 2008 157 4PM 1727
3. Table 21 TP Overrides Item Description Open if TP is Opens the tubing valve if the Tubing Pressure is greater greater than than or equal to the PSIG setting Will only override time if Minimum Off Time has expired Close if TP is Closes the tubing valve if the Tubing Pressure is less than less than or equal to the PSIG setting Fast arrival Amount the Open if TP is greater than value will be high TP decreased by for each fast cycle decrease Slow arrival Amount the Open if TP is greater than value will be high TP increased by for each slow cycle increase No arrival high Amount the Open if TP is greater than value will be TP increase increased by for each no arrival Fast arrival low Amount the Close if TP is less than value will be TP decrease decreased by for each fast cycle Slow arrival Amount to increase the Close if TP is less than value will low TP increase be increased by for each slow cycle No arrival low Amount to increase the Close if TP is less than value will TP increase be increased by for each no arrival Min TP shutin Minimum tubing pressure at which the controller will be put into manual mode and the tubing valve will be closed Max TP shut in Maximum tubing pressure at which the controller will be put into manual mode and the tubing valve will be closed Only honor TP When True the ACiC will only honor tubing pres
4. Item Description Serial port usage Selects which type of device connected to the internal serial port ofthe ACiC Options are Disabled Modem and Modbus which must match the desired connection Modem for cell phone modem or Modbus for Modbus Only one option can be chosen i e a Modbus enabled ACiC cannot utilize the cell phone Tank valve low battery action Specifies action to take with the tank valve when a low battery condition is detected Options are No Action Close and Open The low battery condition occurs at 4 8V for a 6V battery and 9 6V for a 12V battery Tubing valve low battery action Specifies action to take with the tubing valve when a low battery condition is detected Options are No Action Close and Open The low battery condition occurs at 4 8V for a 6V battery and 9 6V for a 12V battery 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 59 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Self Test Self test status and results from the automated self test run after power up or reset Table 47 System Self Test Item Description FLASH self test Self test results on the FLASH memory Status can be FLASH OK FLASH not recognized FLASH has too many bad blocks FLASH not initialized and FLASH not supported Modem self test Self test results for the cell modem Status can be Modem OK Modem did not respond Unsupported modem type Poor signal quality Could not configure No network No GPRS Modem not
5. File View Tools Help INRM x j ESN Connect Devices Tree Find JESN Type Name Accessed IP Address Figure 5 Connect Window Menu bar The menu bar located at the top of the window has the following dropdown menu selections e File User levels Pumper Installer and Administrator and Exit e View An alternate way to select the screen to be viewed e Tools Various tools such as Connect to Device Cancel Connection Clear Found Devices Connection Properties and Options e Help Help screens and version information Note Some items in the menu bar selections are non operational at this time Tool bar The tool bar is located underneath the menu bar It will allow the user to choose the connection path INRM TCP IP or USB the properties for each path and a means to 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 25 iNodeConfig iC User Manual enter the ACiC s ESN to connect From the user standpoint it is presently non operational Screens Devices The Devices screen displays the device to which iNodeConfig iC is currently connected Tree Non operational Find Non operational ACiC window The ACiC window utilizes a menu bar toolbar and screen selection tabs for management and viewing ofthe ACiC Menu bar The menu bar located at the top of the screen consists of e File File related tasks importing exporting configuration SD memory card access Edit Non operational View Ope
6. boxes e Control mode The mode may be changed by selecting the desired mode from the Control Mode drop down window e Start On Off cycle Either On or Off cycles can be started by clicking the Start On Cycle or Start Off cycle Counters The ACiC provides plunger arrival history counters which act as triggers to force shut in or allow afterflow when plunger arrival is consistently within a timer window For example the well will shut in when the plunger has not arrived during the number of cycles set in the Initial no arrival counter Setting Counters 1 Select the Config screen 2 Enter the desired initial counts for each initial counter within the Plunger Arrival Counters The current counts will reset to the initial counts when an On or Off cycle is forced to start otherwise the current counters will continue to decrement You may set the current counters if desired 3 Save the selections Configuring Tank Mode When Tank Mode is selected the following parameters may be set 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 18 iNodeConfig iC User Manual e Current recovery counter Number of consecutive no arrivals until recovery mode Resets to initial recovery counter on plunger arrival or 0 Liquilift tank mode only e Initial recover counter Initial number of consecutive no arrivals before recovery mode Liquilift tank mode only e Reset afterflow to minimum on recovery Tank delay mode Time delay to tank valve openi
7. firmware is saved select the firmware file and click Open 4 iNodeConfig iC will show the loading progess at the bottom of the screen When the firmware load is completed the ACiC will reset iNodeConfig iC will close restart and reopen the data screen 5 Confirm the new firmware version by checking Firmware Version on the System screen Updating firmware from an SD card 1 Insert the SD card into the ACiC See Figure 2 for the SD card location 2 From the iNodeConfig iC toolbar select File then Device SD card then Load Firmware 3 On the resulting screen click on the firmware filename to highlight it similar to FIRMWARE HEX and click OK 4 iNodeConfig iC will show the loading progess at the bottom of its screen When the firmware load is completed the ACiC will reset iNodeConfig iC will close automatically restart and reopen the Data screen 5 Confirm the new firmware version by checking Firmware Version on the System screen General configuration Set the following parameters during initial ACiC installation a Device Name Names the ACiC b Battery The ACiC is available with either a 6V or 12V battery The Battery setting must be set to the correct voltage for Energy level and power management to display and operate correctly 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 11 iNodeConfig iC User Manual c KDT password When a password is used no changes can be made to the ACiC using the KDT without entering th
8. iNodeConfig iC User Manual Tank Mode General Tank mode settings Table 10 Tank Mode Item Description Current The current number of no arrivals remaining before the recovery recovery off time will be used in place of the off time counter Initial recovery counter Initial counter setting for the Liquilift tank mode recovery counter It sets how many consecutive no arrivals are allowed before the ACiC uses the tank recovery time instead of the off time Restart afterflow to minimum on When True the afterflow time will be reset to the minimum afterflow time when the ACiC starts the recovery time recovery Tank delay Time from the start of the tubing cycle before the ACiC has time to open the tank valve to reduce the pressure and surface the plunger This is bypassed if the plunger arrives before the Tank delay time has elapsed Tank on time Time that the tank valve will be open provided the plunger has not arrived Tank recovery time Special off time used in Liquilift tank mode When the recovery counter runs out due to consecutive no arrivals this time will be substituted for the off time Tubing Off Cycle Tubing Off Cycle configuration Table 11 Tubing Off Cycle Item Description Tubing off Amount of time that the well will stay off or shut in The time ACIC can adjust this value based on cycle performance Minimum Minimum value to which the tubin
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10. above the events listing Each event has information if applicable for the following items Ato Cycle Intelligent Controller Lewel 1 2040 SACE De g t yew Ipis te Deta Contig Trees Oversdes inout Contig Schedule Aara Col Moden Uses System Everts 2008 18 06 154442 2008 06 06 153333 2008 06 06 15 2354 2008 06 06 15 2342 2005 04 06 152424 1 2008 18 06 152250 2008 06 06 152217 2008 14 06 152650 2008 14 06 152848 20050406 15 2646 2008 06 06 152625 2008 06 06 1526 23 2008 06 06 1526 21 2008 04 06 152553 2005 04 06 152582 2008 06 06 1158 12 2008 18 06 1358 12 2008 06 06 11 48 15 2008 08 06 11 3337 2008 14 06 2345 13 2008 14 06 2445 13 2008 28 06 13 43 41 2008 06 06 19 41 21 2008 06 06 05 41 21 2008 06 05 1537 08 2008 06 05 11 07 56 2008 06 05 11 07 55 2008 18 05 1107 25 2008 1805 1431 06 2008 24 04 1546 00 2008 18 04 1546 00 2008 08 04 1537 00 2008 08 04 10 11 35 1 2008 18 04 13 14 31 2008 1725 215850 20050725 15 37 23 2008 07 25 05 17 48 F 2008 07 26 1537 13 20081724 1457 83 L 2008 17 26 1457 51 DUST 1457 43 Figure 18 Events Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 61 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Table 48 Events Item Description Time Time stamp of the event Source The source that triggered the event Sources include Internal Keypad Local operator interface iNodeConfig via USB Modbus master Plunger controller Plunger controller application and Text message
11. afterflow cycle afterflow 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 40 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Line Pressure Overrides Line Pressure Overrides configuration Table 19 Line Pressure Overrides Item Description Close if LP is less Close the tubing valve ifthe Line Pressure is less than or than equal to the PSIG setting High LP delay A delay feature for use with a line pressure switch gauge This delay time allows the normal cycle to make and break contact with the switch during the early part ofthe on cycle and continue to operate If the line pressure is high after the delay expires the well will shut in Once the line pressure drops the off cycle will be started Only honor LP Configures the ACiC to only honor the line pressure overrides in overrides for closing valves during the afterflow cycle afterflow Misc Miscellaneous Overrides configuration Table 20 Miscellaneous Overrides Item Description Open if TP LP is greater than Open the tubing valve if the Tubing Pressure Line Pressure is equal to or greater than the PSIG setting Will only override time if Minimum Off Time has expired Open if fluid slug is less than Open the tubing valve if the fluid slug calculation is greater than or equal to the PSIG setting 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 41 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Tubing Pressure Overrides Tubing Pressure Overrides configuration
12. and enter the alarm state CP alarms These are alarm settings for the casing pressure High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 34 CP Alarms Item Description Casing pressure High setpoint for the casing pressure at which the ACiC high alarm will enter the alarm state Casing pressure High setpoint for the casing pressure at which the ACiC high shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state Casing pressure Low setpoint for the casing pressure at which the ACiC low alarm will enter the alarm state Casing pressure low shut in Low setpoint for the casing pressure at which the ACiC will shut in and enter the alarm state 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 50 iNodeConfig iC User Manual DP alarms These are alarm settings for the differential pressure High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 35 DP Alarms Item Description Differential High setpoint for the differential pressure at which the pressure high ACiC will enter the alarm state alarm Differential High setpoint for the differential pressure at which the pressure high shut ACiC will shut in and enter the alarm state in Differential Low setpoint for the differential pressure at which the pressure low ACiC will e
13. arrives farther outside the GOOD adjustment WINDOW When False fixed adjustments are made according to the settings in the Adjustments sections explained in the Adjustments tables below Plunger catch mode When enabled the plunger will be caught and held the next time it arrives This will stop any cycles that are being run 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 33 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Plunger Arrival Counters Plunger arrival initial count setting and current counts Table 8 Plunger Arrival Counters Item Description Initial early Number of early arrivals that must occur before the well is counter shut in and an error is raised Current early Number of early arrivals remaining before the well is shut in counter and an error is raised This is decreased by one each time a plunger arrives in the EARLY WINDOW Any arrival that is not in the EARLY WINDOW will reset this count to the initial early counter value Initial fast Number of fast arrivals that must occur before allowing counter afterflow to commence Current fast Number of fast arrivals remaining before allowing afterflow counter to commence This is decreased by one each time a plunger arrives in the FAST WINDOW Any SLOW or NO ARRIVALS will reset this count to the initial fast counter value Initial good Number of good arrivals that must occur before allowing counter afterflow to commence Current go
14. general settings Timers automatic adjustments and counters Tank mode Sync mode Overrides Alarms and Saving and importing configurations Resetting the ACiC Viewing data Viewing Event logs Saving Trend data and Event logs Analog inputs The ACiC has four inputs three configurable signals and the plunger arrival switch also known as a Magnetic Shut Off or MSO The three configurable signals can be used as analog or digital inputs This section describes how to configure these as analog signals General The ACiC provides the following options for sampling and storing trend data e Analog channel scan rate The rate the ACiC samples the analog input Disabled for digital or no inputs 3 second or 1 minute Faster sample rates consume more energy and will deplete the battery more quickly Choose the slowest sample rate that meets the need Use Disabled if there are no analog inputs configured e Trend storage rate The time span over which the analog inputs are averaged for each stored trend sample Disabled or 3 minutes e Reference voltage The reference voltage used for factory calibration of the analog inputs Do not change the factory setting Assigning inputs 1 Select the Input Config screen Input signals can be assigned in Analog Setup 2 For the desired signal for example Casing pressure select the desired input Analog to Analog 3 from the drop down menu to the right of Casing pressure The drop do
15. low Valve closed and Valve opened Description The description adds additional information for the event if applicable 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 62 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Appendix A Installing and starting iNodeConfig iC The following is a description of the installation of iNodeConfig iC The installation varies depending if the PC has a previous version of iNodeConfig iC installed If there is a previous version installed it must first be removed If there was no previous version the USB hardware driver must be installed Removing a previous version of iNodeConfig iC If there is a previous version of iNodeConfig iC on the PC perform the following before proceeding else proceed to Install iNodeConfig iC 1 Open Add or Remove Programs by clicking Start Settings Control Panel Add or Remove Programs Wait for the screen to populate with the installed software 2 Scroll down to and click iNodeConfig iC 3 Click the Remove button and then Yes to the question to remove or not iNodeConfig iC will be removed Install iNodeConfig iC 1 Create a folder and load the new iNodeConfig iC software or insert the disk containing the software into your PC The software files will typically be the following RE File Edit View Favorites Tools Help au Q ax F P Search Address 5 3 271KB Windows E README txt 3KB Text Doc TS setup exe 336 KB Applic
16. plunger arriving at the surface in less than 10 minutes would fall in the Fast Window arrival between 10 and 15 minutes would fall in the Good Window arrival between 15 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 17 iNodeConfig iC User Manual minutes and 30 minutes would fall in the Slow Window and any not arriving within 30 minutes are No Arrivals The ACiC provides the ability to control the plunger cycle by adjusting the Afterflow Time flow allowed after arrival and Off Time flow disabled by user defined times Adjustments are made for arrivals within the windows as follows FAST WINDOW Increase Afterflow Time and decrease Off Time GOOD WINDOW No changes SLOW WINDOW Decrease Afterflow Time and increase Off Time NO ARRIVAL Decrease Afterflow Time and increase Off Time Setting Timers and Automatic Adjustments 1 Select the Config screen 2 Enter the desired times for each parameter within the Tubing Off Cycle Tubing On Cycle Tubing Afterflow Tubing Fast Arrival Adjustments Tubing No Arrival Adjustments and Tubing Slow Arrival Adjustments 3 Save the selections Timers screen The timer values can be viewed and adjusted using a graphical interface provided on the Timers screen The control mode can be changed and On or Off cycles can be started e Cycle windows The graphical interface allows the user to drag the window bars to increase or decrease the times or enter numerical values into the window
17. supported and Not checked NRM status Self test results for the radio module NRM Status can be NRM OK NRM not detected NRM not initialized NRM initialization error and NRM not supported Reset source Source of the last system reset Status can be Power up reset Watchdog reset Software reset User NRST reset and Brownout reset RTC self test Self test results for the real time clock RTC Status can be RTC OK RTC XSTP fault a hardware failure RTC Reset invalid time SD card self test Self test results for the SD card removable memory card Status can be Not checked SD card OK Low level failure SD send op cond failed Low level failure MMC send op cond failed Read OCR failed Set block length failed MMC not supported and SD Card not supported SRAM self test Self test results on the SRAM internal memory Status can be SRAM OK and SRAM failed 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 60 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Events The Events screen provides a log of ACiC events The events are initially displayed with the latest event first The events may be sorted as desired by clicking the header time source type reason or description The event log may contain up to 962 events Scroll down the list using the slider on the right side of the screen The oldest events will be lost once the log is full and new events occur The log may be cleared using Clear Events on the toolbar
18. the On and Off cycles Remember to save any changes made on this screen Changing modes The mode may be changed by selecting the Control Mode drop down menu and selecting the desired mode Starting cycles The On and Off cycle may be forced to start by clicking the appropriate Start On Cycle or Start Off Cycle button Changing window settings The window sizes may be changed either by entering a new value in the time setting or by using the cursor to drag the boundary between the windows To change the boundary place the cursor on the boundary left click and then drag the boundary to the desired location The time displayed in the associated box will change accordingly HE Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 2BAD 4ACE a ioj xj File Edit View Tools Help Data Config Timers Ovenides Input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events GQ Control Mode Plunger StartOn Cyde Start Off Cycle Figure 10 Timers Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 38 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Overrides The Overrides screen displays the configuration and status of control overrides and automatic adjustments Save any modifications The following describes the items on the Overrides screen by section E I OTS ON SRD CO PIOI EE Goan f CFs gees tren Que 1CF 4 L Fan Bel High CP deca m anal Huf CP names No Biel igh CF rose Fax oral tw CP donme Sow any low CP incase Mo eral tw CP Ga
19. which the ACiC will shut in shut in and enter the alarm state LT alarms These are alarm settings for the line temperature High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 39 LT Alarms Description High setpoint for the line temperature at which the ACiC will enter the alarm state Item Line temperature high alarm Line temperature High setpoint for the line temperature at which the ACiC high shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state Line temperature Low setpoint for the line temperature at which the ACiC low alarm will enter the alarm state Line temperature low shut in Low setpoint for the line temperature at which the ACiC will shut in and enter the alarm state 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 52 iNodeConfig iC User Manual TP alarms These are alarm settings for the tubing pressure High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 40 TP Alarms Item Description Tubing pressure High setpoint for the tubing pressure at which the ACiC high alarm will enter the alarm state Tubing pressure High setpoint for the tubing pressure at which the ACiC high shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state Tubing pressure Low setpoint for the tubing pressure at which the ACiC low alarm
20. 1504 betay SOT pam El El hac Sara por umga too Tari ahve tory bay aio Com Tubrg vaea err batters scher Com El Selt Teot e Be ne deans Figure 17 System Screen General General ACiC system configuration items 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 58 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Table 45 System General Item Description Device ESN Electronic serial number is used to identify the ACiC Device Name User defineable name for the ACiC Device Type Numeric type ofthe ACiC Hardware Version Hardware version ofthe ACiC s main board Firmware Version Firmware version ofthe ACiC s main board Energy Level Energy level in volts of the ACiC s battery Charge Current Current in milliamps that the solar panel is putting out to charge the battery Device Clock Current real time clock value Battery This must be set to match the type of battery that the ACIC is using The ACiC may be supplied with either a 6V or 12V battery For the ACiC to correctly monitor the battery voltage energy level this setting must agree with installed battery KDT password A four digit password used to access the ACiC using the KDT Ifa password is set the user must enter that password to change any item with the KDT The default is 0000 which allows KDT use without a password Misc Miscellaneous ACiC configuration items Table 46 System Miscellaneous
21. 5 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 21 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Resetting the ACiC to its default configuration The ACiC may be returned to its default factory configuration 1 Select Tools then Reset ACiC to defaults Viewing Data Well status history and trend data can be easily viewed using iNodeConfig iC Viewing well status and history Status and history items are displayed on either the Data or the Config screen depending on the parameter 1 Select the Data screen and click the data list button 2 The following data categories are displayed To see the most recent instantaneous data click the Refresh icon Analog inputs Analog input level for the enabled inputs Arrival history Plunger arrival history fast good slow no Digital inputs Digital input level for selected inputs Plunger run times Last 15 run arrival times and average arrival time Plunger totals Total cycles on and off time and arrival counts Tank totals Total tank cycles and on time 3 Select the Config screen 4 The following data categories are displayed a General Current mode settings and enables b Plunger Arrival Counters Initial and current arrival counts for each window c Sync mode Displays the sync modem enable and the allowed flow time Tank Mode Tank settings and times e Tubing Current On Off Afterflow times and arrival adjustments monoses Clearing well status and history Various st
22. B Monitoring Ferguson Beauregard 2 iNodeConfig O iNodeConfig ic DO FunWebProducts 2 Google a IHS Energy 6 Ifthe PC has had a previous installation of NodeConfig and the USB driver has been changed you may get a screen similar to the following Choose C Program Files Ferguson Beauregard iNodeConfig iC fbimon_install inf and click Next 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 67 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Hardware Update Wizard Please select the best match for your hardware from the list below B iMonitoring c program files ferguson beauregard inodeconfig ic fbimon 7 A warning screen will appear concerning compatibility testing click Continue Anyway and the installation process will continue Hardware Installation 8 After the file installation process is complete click Finish on the resulting screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 68 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Hardware Update Wizard Completing the Hardware Update Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for 3 FB Monitoring ACiC level 1 Click Finish to close the wizard lt Back Cancel 9 Open iNodeConfig iC by clicking the icon iNodeConfig iC will open with the following screen ioix File View Tools Help INRM z y ESN Connect Devices Tree Find 10 Double click on the ACiC entry displayed on the screen iN
23. Count of plunger arrivals within the Fast window Good arrival count Count of plunger arrivals within the Good window No arrival count Count of no plunger arrivals within Tubing on time Slow arrival count Count of plunger arrivals within the Slow window Digital inputs Digital input status of Active on or Inactive off for enabled inputs otherwise shows Disabled Channel assignments are made on Input Config screen Table 3 Digital Inputs Input Description Alarm input Status of digital input assigned to Alarm input High line pressure input Status of digital input assigned to HL pressure input Off input Status of digital input assigned to Off input On input Status of digital input assigned to On input Plunger input Status of digital input assigned to Plunger input Shut in input Status of digital input assigned to Shut in input Plunger run times last 15 run arrival times and average arrival time Table 4 Plunger Run Times Run Time Description Average plunger run time Average or last 15 plunger run times Plunger run time 1 15 Plunger run time from On cycle to arrival Plunger totals Total cycles on and off time and arrival counts All are set to 0 on Clear Totals command except for Lifetime plunger arrival count 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 28 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Table 5 Plunger Totals
24. FERGUSON BEAUREGARD iNodeConfig iC User Manual iNodeConfig iC User Manual FERGUSON BEAUREGARD iNodeConfig iC User Manual The Ferguson Beauregard AUTO CYCLE and iNodeConfig iC program and manuals are Copyright by Ferguson Beauregard All rights reserved This program and manual are the property of Ferguson Beauregard and are not intended for public distribution Ferguson Beauregard 2913 Specialty Drive Tyler TX 75707 Phone 903 561 4851 Fax 903 561 6567 Email staff fergusonbeauregard com 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 2 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Table of Contents A en ee na See 6 Rersuson Beauregard A CIC Jai a ee se iss a 6 ACTO USED interface an ae ee einen 6 INOde Config IC Basics ann ee nina 7 Sayeand Refresh ICONS ana a oe Lo EOS 7 VS COIN rasen ls 7 R fresh air 7 Help aan nenne ee 7 iNodeConfig iC configuration ara seater sana nccaseoeucecesdsas seas aneaunns e cass twuusecraess 9 Installing Node Conti EHE 9 Connecting to the ACiC and starting INodeConfig iC nenenensnenneennneenenennnn 9 Connecting With the USB poll and UL EI nen 9 AIG configuration sehe set ea le 11 MN A een eines 11 Updating firmware with a PC asien ei kn ai 11 Updating firmware from an SD card 11 General CONTE ATOM asus ea Earl 11 Setting general params 12 Setting UP COMMUNICATIONS ae een ei ati ans ia 12 GEN Or ee ee ee 12 Enable disable cell phone a id 12 Cell m
25. Help Data Config Timers Overrides Input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events i ld Q E General A Control mode Plunger Afterflow for slow arrival True Auto restart True Enable early arrival False Enable plunger arrival adjustment False v Enable proportional adjustment False Plunger catch mode False Curent recovery counter 0 3 Indio rana dns n Enable plunger arrival adjustment When enabled this allows adjustments to be made based on the plunger arrival time 62 PLNG ARRIVAL ADJ Figure 1 ACiC help example 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 7 iNodeConfig iC User Manual In Figure 1 Enable plunger arrival adjustment is highlighted At the bottom of the screen the help text for that item is now displayed If a Hot Key code in this case 62 for the KDT interface is available it is also shown 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 8 iNodeConfig iC User Manual iNodeConfig C configuration This section describes the initial installation of NodeConfig iC and the process for connecting iNodeConfig iC for communication with an ACiC Installing iNodeConfig iC Please see Appendix A Connecting to the ACiC and starting NodeConfig iC Connecting with the USB port For local configuration and management iNodeConfig iC can be run on a personal computer PC when it is connected to the ACiC via a USB interface 1 Open the ACiC outer door then open the ACiC KDT module door S
26. Item Description Afterflow time If the plunger arrives within the fast arrival window the increase afterflow time will be increased by this value Typical range is 1 to 5 minutes Tubing off If the plunger arrives within the fast arrival window the time decrease tubing off time will be decreased by this value Typical range is 1 to 5 minutes Tubing No Arrival Adjustments Tubing No Arrival Adjustments configuration Table 15 No Arrival Adjustments Item Description Off time If the plunger does not arrive the tubing off time will be increase increased by this value Typical range is 30 to 60 minutes 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 36 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Tubing Slow Arrival Adjustments Tubing Slow Arrival Adjustments configuration Table 16 Slow Arrival Adjustments Item Description Afterflow time Ifthe plunger arrives within the slow arrival window the decrease afterflow time will be decreased by this value Typical range is 1 to 5 minutes Tubing off If the plunger arrives within the slow arrival window the time increase tubing off time will be increased by this value Typical range is 1 to 5 minutes 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 37 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Timers The Timers screen is a graphical representation of the plunger cycle windows It allows the user to view and modify the Control Mode and associated cycle windows and start
27. Message Figure 13 Schedule Screen Upper screen The upper screen shows an entry for each scheduled item Each scheduled item has the following characteristics Table 31 Schedule Upper Screen Item Description When The time of day when the scheduled item will be sent Frequency The frequency the scheduled item will be sent For example hourly daily weekly Action The type of data item that will be sent For example Uplink or text message Add Adds a new item to the schedule list when clicked Remove Removes the highlighted schedule item when clicked 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 47 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Schedule Details The schedule details screen provides the following configuration items for each scheduled item The scheduled item is configured by first highlighting the item and then selecting the desired configuration items The following describes the configuration items Table 32 Schedule Details Item Description When The time of day when the scheduled item will be sent Frequency The frequency the scheduled item will be sent For Repeats example hourly daily weekly Frequency Currently unsupported Repeat every Frequency Day of the week on which to uplink when weekly is Repeat on selected Multiple days can be selected Actions Uplink Configures the ACiC to uplink the scheduled item via TCP IP internet Currently unsuppor
28. Set to zero to have the modem always on Used to create a cell modem on off cycle to minimize power consumption at the ACiC The cell modem is inaccessible during the off cycle Modem power on cycle Amount of time that the cell modem will be powered on in its on off cycle Used to create a cell modem on off cycle to minimize power consumption at the ACiC Modem signal Signal strength that the modem is getting from the cell strength network Modem type Type of the cell mode CDMA or GSM 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 54 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Text messaging These are text messaging specific parameters Table 42 Cell Modem Text Messaging Item Description Text message Global password to allow access to the text message security code system ofthe ACiC Users that are not specifically approved through the users list on the Users screen must enter this code in the message to use access the ACiC with text messaging 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 55 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Users The Users screen provides the management of users who have the ability to received data and manage the ACiC via remote access for example cell phones using SMS The user settings can be configured to allow the user to receive data and alarms view data and modify the ACiC configuration The screen is divided into two sections The upper screen lists the existing users and their autho
29. Type Each event gives a type description that includes Alarm shut in Alarm text message sent Analog alarm Digital alarm Digital input event Error SMS to email sent Error text message sent Firmware upgrade Low battery fault Modem reset Operation mode change Response text message sent Restart RTU configured Safety shut in Scheduled text message sent Software reset Text message log in Text message received Time change and Valve change Reason Each event gives a reason description that includes Analog shut in Battery voltage high Battery voltage low Casing pressure high Casing pressure low Code from host Code from SDCard Configuration initialized Differential pressure high Differential pressure low Digital override shut in Early arrival error High casing pressure High injection pressure High line error High tubing pressure Injection pressure high Injection pressure low Invalid security code Keypad reset Line pressure high Line pressure low Line temperature high Line temperature low Logged in via email LOI reset Low tubing pressure Missing security code n a New operation mode LL tank New operation mode manual New operation mode other New operation mode plunger New operation mode tank New operation mode timer No error OFF Button ON Button Plunger arrival Plunger error SMS security not enabled Successful SMS log in Tank level high Tank level low Tubing pressure high Tubing pressure
30. as 61 A SPs ott taal Cd lesen Se el la 63 Installing and starting iNodeConfig Cit A em teniden 63 Removing a previous version of NodeConfig Co ooonconicccinocinoncnnncconaconnnonnnonnnananocnnos 63 e vende ehn nn ea ass a ieai a areh atesa nat 63 Installing the USB hardware driver en ini 65 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 5 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Overview The iNodeConfig iC User Manual describes in detail the software application iNodeConfig iC used to manage the Ferguson Beauregard Auto Cycle intelligent Controller ACiC For detailed information on ACiC mechanical and electrical installation operation and front panel display and keypad use refer to the Ferguson Beauregard Auto Cycle Operator s Manual ACiC Manual Ferguson Beauregard ACiC The ACiC system is a compact Remote Terminal Unit RTU designed for complete stand alone operation in the harsh environmental conditions of the oilfield The ACiC s versatile microcomputer based controller continuously monitors and optimizes the well production process ACiC onboard software includes Ferguson Beauregard s patented Auto Cycle electronic well site controller and plunger lift control algorithm The controller records the analytical reservoir information so production problems can be diagnosed with greater accuracy and efficiency The ACiC provides physical connections for analog pressure sensors such as casing and tubing as well as a variety of discret
31. ati Ej 4 My Computer L 3 objects 3 52 MB 2 Open the folder or disk and run Setup exe 3 On the Welcome to the iNodeConfig iC Setup Wizard screen click Next 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 63 iNodeConfig iC User Manual 2 iNodeConfig iC Welcome to the iNodeConfig iC Setup Wizard E 4 On the Select Installation Folder screen click Next 2 iNodeConfig iC Select Installation Folder 5 On the Confirm Installation screen click Next 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 64 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Pe Confirm Installation ES The installer is ready to install INodeConfig iC on your computer Click Next to start the installation Cancel lt Back E 6 An installation screen for iNodeConfig will follow When complete the Installation Complete screen will be shown Click Close and the installation of iNodeConfig iC will be complete A new iNodeConfig iC icon will appear on your PC s desktop NOTE If the USB hardware driver has not been installed and this is a new installation proceed to Installing the USB hardware driver before starting iNodeConfig iC i iNodeConfig iC lol xj Installation Complete amp iNodeConfig iC has been successfully installed Click Close to exit Please use Windows Update to check for any critical updates to the NET Framework Installing the USB hardware driv
32. atus and history items can be cleared set to 0 with iNodeConfig iC Click on Tools then click a Clear Totals Clears the following counts e Arrival History Plunger Run Times Plunger arrival counts Total tubing cycles Tubing off on time Tank cycles Tank on time b Reset Plunger clears the Lifetime plunger arrival count Trend data Time stamped trend data for the enabled analog inputs and ACiC battery are saved to volatile memory Trend data can be viewed in either a tabular or graphical representation 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 22 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Tabular 1 Select the Data screen and click the tabular trend button 1 2 Data will be shown in a tabular form for the enabled analog inputs and battery voltage level Data is presented oldest first scroll down to the end of table for the most recent data Graphical 1 Select the Data screen and click the graphical trend button u 2 Data will be shown in a graphical format for the enabled analog inputs and the battery voltage level The data is presented with the values on the Y axis and the associated time stamp on the X axis 3 To zoom in on data hold the left mouse button down and draw a square around the data of interest The data will expand to fill the screen 4 While the cursor is inside the graph click the right mouse button to display Options for the graphical screen The following options are displayed e Copy Copies the grap
33. atus information as well as making configuration changes remotely 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 6 iNodeConfig iC User Manual iNodeConfig iC basics Save and Refresh icons The Save and Refresh icons are located at the top left hand side of every ACiC screen beneath the screen tabs visible in Figure 1 below Since Save and Refresh are used for nearly every operation described in this manual these functions are explained first Like many RTUs configuration changes made in iNodeConfig iC are not automatically sent to the ACiC Similarly ACiC data changes are not automatically updated in the iNodeConfig iC view The user must either Save changes made to ACiC configuration or Refresh iNodeConfig iC to see recent ACiC data changes Save icon Changes made to iNodeConfig iC configuration settings are sent to the ACiC when the Save icon a is clicked Refresh icon iNodeConfig iC will not automatically retrieve and display data and configuration from the ACiC except during initial connection Data and configuration will change as the ACiC adjusts settings and as new data is collected To see the most recent ACiC data and Help Most items on each screen have a brief description of their purpose This help text is displayed at the bottom of the window when an item is highlighted To highlight an item point at it and click the left mouse button HE Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 1B00 1151 File Edit View Tools
34. automatically updated log on the SD card saving the history immediately without waiting for the next automatic update Method 2 allows the user to save the history for later viewing Update log 1 Select File then Device SD Card and Save Trend to Restorable Memory the trend log is updated Save Configuration To Restorable Memory and Save Event Log To Restorable Memory are also available but are redundant as they are automatically updated following changes Snapshot log 1 Select File then Device SD Card and Save Trend Snapshot As or Save Event Log Snapshot As The Save As window will open 2 Using Save As name the file in File Name and click OK The file is saved Note the file name is limited to 8 characters using A Z and 0 9 only 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 24 iNodeConfig iC User Manual iNodeConfig iC Screen Reference The iNodeConfig iC graphical user interface has two windows The Connect window which opens when iNodeConfig iC is started provides general setup for iNodeConfig and the means to select and connect to ACiC s Once an ACiC is selected and the connection is made a second window is opened The ACiC window provides access to the ACiC for management and data viewing This section describes each window and screen and the items and parameters on each screen Connect window The Connect window utilizes a menu bar toolbar and screen selection tabs for management and viewing NodeConfig iC 0 xj
35. creased by for each fast cycle Slow arrival low CP increase Amount the Close if CP is less than value will be increased by for each slow cycle No arrival low CP increase Amount the Close if CP is less than value will be increased by for each no arrival Max CP shut in Maximum casing pressure at which the ACiC will be put into manual mode and the well will be shut in Only honor CP When True the ACiC will only honor casing pressure overrides in overrides for closing valves during the afterflow cycle afterflow Differential Pressure Overrides Differential Pressure Overrides configuration Table 18 DP Overrides Item Description Close if DP is less Closes the tubing valve if the Differential Pressure is less than than or equal to the PSIG setting Low DP delay Time the Differential pressure must remain below the set point before the tubing valve is closed Fast arrival low DP decrease Amount the Close if DP is less than value will be decreased by for each fast cycle Slow arrival low DP increase Amount the Close if DP is less than value will be increased by for each slow cycle No arrival low DP increase Amount the Close if DP is less than value will be increased by for each no arrival Only honor DP When True the ACiC will only honor differential pressure overrides in overrides for closing valves during the
36. e status sensors It can be equipped with virtually any point to point radio or cellular wire modem to link with a host computer or back office Pneumatic signals to control the well s tubing and auxiliary control valves are supplied from a remote single or dual latching valve assembly The ACiC controller and the Auto Cycle control algorithm provide proven production optimization With automatic self adjustment of time and pressure settings for well production cycle control optimum plunger velocity and well performance are achieved This system offers a unique approach to well production management measurement and optimization With an ACiC on duty the well operator has remote control of motor valves and can even monitor tanks and pits for high level alarms It s like having an operator on site 24 hours a day ACIC user interfaces The ACiC provides several options for user control and management When on site and performing simple configuration or data viewing the built in Keyboard Display Terminal KDT can be used Instructions for using the KDT are detailed in the ACiC Operator s Manual iNodeConfig iC is intended for detailed configuration and trend data analysis iNodeConfig iC can be used locally by connecting a USB cable from a personal computer to the ACiC or remotely by connecting through the internet and or a radio network Finally a cell modem equipped ACiC supports text messages SMS allowing a user to receive alarms and st
37. e correct password The password must be 4 digits 0 9 0 disables the password requirement d Serial port usage Modem enables the cell modem communications Modbus enables Modbus communications via the RS 232 port and Disable disables the port e Tank Tubing Low battery action Sets the tank and tubing valves to open close or do nothing on a low battery condition f Syne Clock The ACiC clock must be set iNodeConfig will synchronize the ACIC to the PC clock Setting general parameters 1 Select the System screen and enter values or select options for the above parameters 2 Save the selections by clicking the Save icon el 3 Select Tools then Syne Clock to set the clock Setting up communications Cell modem When equipped with a cell modem the ACiC provides remote access to data status and configuration To utilize the cell modem service the user must have a cell phone with text messaging services known as Short Message Service SMS The ACiC cell modem must be provisioned and activated To protect the ACiC from tampering access is limited to either text messages preambled with the ACiC s unique security code or the user s cell phone information must be entered on the Users screen For comprehensive instructions on the use of SMS with an ACIC see the ACiC SMS User Manual Enable disable cell phone To use the cell modem the ACiC serial port must be set to Modem for cell phone communications If factor
38. e used to calibrate analog input channels assigned as casing pressure signals Table 23 Casing Pressure Item Description CP sample low Low sample point of the casing pressure calibration in millivolts CP sample high High sample point of the casing pressure calibration in millivolts CP engineering Low sample point of the casing pressure calibration in units low psig CP engineering High sample point of the casing pressure calibration in units high psig Differential pressure These settings are used to calibrate analog input channels assigned as differential pressure signals Table 24 Differential Pressure Item Description DP sample low Low sample point of the differential pressure calibration in millivolts DP sample high High sample point of the differential pressure calibration in millivolts DP engineering Low sample point of the differential pressure calibration units low in psig DP engineering High sample point of the differential pressure calibration units high in psig 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 44 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Digital setup Digital channels are used for signals that have only one of two states high or low The high or low states are recognized as high or low or ON or OFF states that are used to trigger an alarm or action Table 25 Digital Setup Item Description High LP digital Digital channel to u
39. ee Figure 2 2 Locate the USB port on the KDT module door and the USB port on the PC and connect a USB cable between the two ports so cano f RN rl i Figure 2 ACiC opened with USB cable attached 3 On the PC start iNodeConfig iC 4 iNodeConfig iC will automatically recognize the ACiC connected to the PC and display the Connection Screen as shown in Figure 3 5 Double click on the ACiC iNodeConfig iC will connect and the ACiC opening screen will be displayed as shown in Figure 4 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 9 iNodeConfig iC User Manual iNodeConfig iC Y 2BAD 4ACE ACIC L1 FBI 1 8 12 2008 Figure 4 ACiC Opening Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 10 iNodeConfig iC User Manual ACiC configuration This section describes the process for initial ACiC configuration prior to set up for a specific well or location including e Firmware update e General configuration e Communications setup Updating firmware ACiC firmware can be updated using iNodeConfig iC either from a file saved on a personal computer PC or from a file saved on a Secure Digital SD card inserted into the ACiC Updating firmware with a PC 1 Save the new firmware file named similar to ACiC_L_1_ PCB2 1 00 08 00 hex into a directory on the PC 2 From the iNodeConfig iC toolbar select Tools then Update Firmware 3 A File Explorer screen will be displayed Browse to the directory where the ACiC
40. er If this is a new installation of iNodeConfig iC on the PC the installation is not complete Continue on to the following steps If iNodeConfig iC had been previously installed and 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 65 iNodeConfig iC User Manual then removed for this update the installation is complete and you can run iNodeConfig iC Connect the ACiC USB port to the PC USB connector with a USB cable In the lower right of the PC screen a series of found new hardware icons will display and disappear 3 The Found New Hardware Wizard screen will be displayed Click on the No not this time selection and click Next Ne Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software Yes this time only OY a ery time connect a device Click Next to continue Back canos 4 On the next screen click Install from a list or specific location Advanced and then click Next Found New Hardware Wizard gt This wizard helps you install software for FB iMonitoring ACP SDB if your hardware came with an installation CD or floppy disk insert it now What do you want the wizard to do Instal
41. g off time can be adjusted tubing off time Maximum Maximum value to which the tubing off time can be tubing off time adjusted 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 35 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Tubing On Cycle Tubing On Cycle configuration Table 12 Tubing On Cycle Item Description Early time Time from the start of the tubing cycle to the boundary between the early window and the fast window Fast time Time from the start of the tubing cycle to the boundary between the fast arrival window and the good window Slow time Time from the start of the tubing cycle to the boundary between the good window and the slow arrival window Tubing on time Maximum amount of time the ACiC will wait for the plunger to arrive at the surface When this time is reached the plunger is considered a no arrival Tubing Afterflow Tubing Afterflow configuration Table 13 Afterflow Item Description Afterflow time The amount of time that the well will be allowed to flow after the plunger has surfaced The controller can adjust this value based on cycle performance Minimum Minimum value to which the afterflow time can be adjusted afterflow time Maximum Maximum value to which the afterflow time can be adjusted afterflow time Tubing Fast Arrival Adjustments Tubing Fast Arrival Adjustment configuration Table 14 Fast Arrival Adjustments
42. g options 1 Tabular data and totals 2 Tabular trend data 3 Graphical trend data Tabular data and totals The following describes the items on the Data screen by section when the Data screen list button is selected F Auto Cycte Intelligent Controler Level 1 ABAD AACE 10 xj De Get em Tod Cep Deta Contig Trees Overedes inout Contig Schedule Hara Ces Moden Uses System Everts ia Trend O MY Cate Loco S Anstog inputs Terk larval 95 21675 CIN omare 237 068 Deere poe Desas Le pomere Cisabied La mostre Cisabied Tuti ores 1504 25 E Awa Heoy Fan arvo oot Sood rel cout Wo seal cot Sow nal Court E Digia neun Hert vo Cissbied Hah ire presu rou ote rou Ossa Or Figure 6 Tabular Data Screen Analog inputs Analog channel input level for enabled inputs otherwise shows Disabled Channel assignments are made on Input Config screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 27 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Table 1 Analog Inputs Input Description Tank level Tank level in inches Casing pressure Casing pressure in PSI Line pressure Line pressure in PSI Line temperature Line temperature in degrees F Tubing pressure Tubing pressure in PSI Arrival history Plunger arrival count history fast good slow no Reset to 0 on Clear Totals command Table 2 Arrival History Count Description Fast arrival count
43. guration items Table 44 User Details Item Description Full name Name to identify user Login information Name used for remote login Not supported User name Login information Allows remote user to modify ACiC settings Not Can modify supported Text Message Users cell phone number which will receive alarms and Information scheduled data Phone number Text Message Enables this user to receive scheduled text data at the Information above cell phone number Scheduled Text Message Enables this user to receive text alarms at the above cell Information phone number Alarms Text Message Authorizes this user to request and view ACiC data with Information Can text messages query Text Message Authorizes this user to modify ACiC parameters and Information Can settings with text messages modify 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 57 iNodeConfig iC User Manual System The System screen provides management and status of items specific to the ACiC The following describes the items on the System screen by section Some items are user settable shown in normal black on the screen and others are status that can only be viewed shown in gray on the screen Save any modifications made on this screen F miini ie Diet ra Lowel Da O Be Et em De ben Daia Le Trara Cira rs Sog Sci Mara ad Mc Keen Shake Eats Easan 1
44. he Enable as desired If enabled change the value as desired 4 Save the values Configuring alarms The ACiC can be configured to send alarms to one or more users by various methods for example to a cell phone The alarm values or conditions are disabled or set to specific trigger values When the alarm trigger value is met an alarm is generated Alarms can be delayed such that the alarm condition must persist for a set time before an alarm will be generated An all clear message the alarm condition no longer exits can be selected to be sent or not sent For a user to receive alarms contact information and an enable must be set up on the Users page Alarm categories Battery Casing Pressure Differential Pressure General Level Line Pressure 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 20 iNodeConfig iC User Manual e Line Temperature e Tubing Pressure Setting Alarms 1 Select the Alarms screen 2 Each alarm value can be either Disabled or set to a specific trigger value The alarm must first be enabled to change the value Click the value and open the drop down menu that appears Check or uncheck the Enable as desired 3 If enabled change the value as desired 4 Save the values Saving and importing configurations iNodeConfig iC provides the ability to export save or import load a configuration An exported configuration is a file that contains the complete configuration of the ACiC at the time the conf
45. he data is presented with the values on the Y axis and the associated time stamp on the X axis To zoom in on an area hold the left mouse button down draw a square around the data of interest and release the mouse button The data will expand 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 30 iNodeConfig iC User Manual EE Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 2BAD 4ACE i joj xj Elle Edit View Tools Help 3 Config Timers Ovemides input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events a Trends ca Un Data Loop Energy Level 16 200 100C Tubing pressure 8 bh pn nn 500 19Jul 23 Jul 27 Jul 31 Jul 4 Aug 8 Aug Date Figure 8 Graphical Trend Screen To display graphical screen options click the right mouse button on the graph The options menu contains the following options Copy Copies the graphical image for pasting Save Image As Opens a window to save the image in a desired format jpeg for instance Page Setup Opens a window to adjust the page settings for printing Print Opens a window to print the graph Show Point Values Enables the viewer to show the values for individual points on the graph by passing the cursor over the point Un Zoom Displays all data Undo All Zoom Pan Set Scale to Default Individual Y Axes 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 31 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Config The Config scree
46. hical image for pasting e Save Image As Opens a window to save the image in a desired format jpeg for instance e Page Setup Opens a window to adjust the page settings for printing e Print Opens a window to print the graph e Show Point Values Enables the viewer to see the values for individual points on the graph by passing the cursor over the point e Un Zoom e Undo All Zoom Pan e Set Scale to Default e Individual Y Axes Logs Event log The ACiC records an Event log to volatile memory the log will be erased if power is removed from the ACiC The log contains the time source type reason and description of the event in tabular form The log can be cleared to start a fresh log Viewing and clearing the Event lo 1 Select the Events screen The Event log will be loaded and displayed with the lastest event at the top of the screen 2 To refresh the Event log click Refresh 3 To clear the Event log click on Clear Events Trend Data log If trend storage is enabled and an SD card is installed trend data will be automatically saved once an hour by the ACiC in a Trend Data log on the SD card 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 23 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Saving Trend Data and Event Logs Trend Data and Event logs provide a permanent history which is automatically updated to the SD card once an hour by the ACiC Trend Data and Event logs can be saved in two ways on the SD card Method 1 manually updates the
47. iguration is saved The exported configuration may be imported into any ACiC The configuration file may be exported to or imported from a PC or an SD card inserted into the ACiC Exporting and importing with a PC 1 Export the configuration a Select File then Export Configuration from the iNodeConfig iC toolbar The PC s File Explorer will open b Using File Explorer find or create a directory into which to save the configuration c Name the file in File Name and click Save The file is saved 2 Import a configuration a Select File then Import Configuration from the iNodeConfig iC toolbar The PC s File Explorer will open b Using File Explorer find the directory where the configuration file is saved c Click on the desired file The file name will be entered into the File name box Click Open The configuration will be loaded into the ACiC Exporting and importing with the SD card 1 Export the configuration a Select File then Device SD card then Save Configuration As from the iNodeConfig iC toolbar The Save As window will open b Using Save As name the file in File Name and click OK The file is saved Note the file name is limited to 8 characters using A Z and 0 9 only 2 Import a configuration a Select File then Import Configuration from the iNodeConfig iC toolbar The Load File From SD Card window will open b Click on the desired file and click OK The configuration will be loaded into the ACiC 9 1
48. iptions They include e Afterflow for slow arrival Allows afterflow during slow arrivals e Auto restart Allows restart in previous mode verses manual mode e Enable early arrival Enables early arrival window If this is disabled all arrivals prior to fast time are considered fast arrivals e Enable plunger arrival adjustment Allows cycle adjustments based on plunger arrival time e Enable proportional adjustment Allows proportional cycle time adjustments depending on variance from Good Window e Plunger catch mode Allows plunger to be caught on next arrival and well is shut in Selecting General Settings 1 Select the Config screen 2 Under General select the desired condition True or False for each option enable 3 Save the selection Configuring timers automatic adjustments and counters Timers and automatic adjustments The ACiC optimizes plunger lift system control by developing a performance history of plunger arrival times and adjusting operating parameters to improve efficiency The adjustment process compares the plunger arrival times to defined time windows of the tubing cycle The operating windows are created by setting the Tubing On Time Fast Time and Slow Time The example below indicates a typical set of windows for an 8 000 tubing depth START TIME 0 Min Fast Window FAST TIME 10 Min Good Window SLOW TIME 15 Min Slow Window ON TIME 30 Min No Arrival A
49. l the softw Click Next to continue lt Back Next gt Cancel 5 On the next screen choose Include this location in the search and choose one of the following options to define the location that contains the driver 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 66 iNodeConfig iC User Manual a Enter C Program Files Ferguson Beauregard iNodeConfig iC into the box to the left ofthe Browse button and click Next or Found New Hardware Wizard Please choose your search and installation options en SS Use the check boxes below to limit or expand the default search which includes local paths and removable media The best driver found will be installed J Search removable media floppy CD ROM IV Include this location in the search C Program Files Ferguson Beauregard iNodeConfig y Browse Dont search will choose the driver to install Choose this option to select the device driver from a list Windows does not guarantee that the driver you choose will be the best match for your hardware A b Click the Browse button Using the Browse for folders screen find the directory my computer local disk program files Ferguson Beauregard iNodeConfig iC Click on the NodeConfig iC so that the folder icon is pictured as open Click OK Click Next on the resulting screen as above Browse ForFokler TA Select the folder that contains drivers for your hardware F
50. n provides setup configuration and status for various modes cycle times and automatic adjustments Remember to save any modifications that are made The following describes the items on the Config screen by section Figure 9 Config Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 32 iNodeConfig iC User Manual General General configuration settings Table 7 Config General Item Description Control Mode Sets the operation mode of the controller Manual Plunger Tank Intermitter Liquilift Afterflow for When True the ACiC will allow the well to afterflow even slow arrival when the plunger arrives in the SLOW WINDOW When False on a slow plunger arrival the well will be shut in and will not afterflow Auto restart Controls how the ACiC will respond when restarting after a power loss or reset When False the ACiC will resume in Manual mode with the well shut in When True the ACiC will resume the control mode it was in before it restarted Enable early When True the early arrival window is enabled When arrival False the early arrival window is ignored and all arrivals before the fast time are considered to be within the fast arrival window Enable plunger When True this allows adjustments to be made based on arrival the plunger arrival time When False no adjustments will adjustment be made Enable When True this allows larger time adjustments to be made proportional when the plunger
51. ng from start of On cycle Tank on time Tank valve on time provided plunger has not arrived e Tank recovery time Used instead of Off time when Current recovery counter reaches 0 Liquilift tank mode only Setting Tank Mode Parameters 1 Select the Config screen 2 Under Tank Mode set the desired values 3 Save the values Configuring Sync Mode TBD Configuring Overrides The ACiC allows for setting safety valve overrides These overrides are based on the limits within which the production pressures are allowed to operate If pressures exceed the limits valves are opened or closed as defined The user sets these initial limits The ACIC also provides the ability to automatically adjust these limits based on the plunger arrival history and the application of settable increments to the initial limits Example The following parameters are set as shown The initial range is 400 to 500 PSI in the examples below this range is written as 400 500 Casing Pressure Overrides Open if CP is greater than 500 Close if CP is less than 400 Fast arrival high CP decrease 5 Slow arrival high CP increase 10 No arrival high CP increase 15 Fast arrival low CP decrease 5 Slow arrival low CP increase 10 No arrival low CP increase 15 Max CP shut in 700 e Ifthe initial pressure is greater than 500 the valve opens if less than 400 the valve closes Regardless of the range the well will sh
52. ns a separate window to view internal ACiC status messages Tools Various tools such as clock sync counter resets firmware updates Help Help screens and version information Screen tabs The screen selection tabs located under the toolbar near the top of the window allow the user to switch between the various screens Each screen provides an interface to the ACIC for viewing data and status and configuring ACiC parameters and settings There are eleven screen tabs e Data Current values for inputs plunger and cycle history and trend data e Config Setup configuration and status for various modes cycle times and automatic adjustments e Timers Graphical representation of the cycle windows and manual mode and timing adjustments e Overrides Configuration and status of control overrides and automatic adjustments e Input Config Configuration and calibration of analog and digital inputs Schedule Configuration of data and text message uplink schedules Alarms Configuration of alarm settings Cell Modem Configuration and status of cell modem and security Users Configuration of users allowed to access ACiC System View ACiC system status Events View log of ACiC events 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 26 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Screens Data The Data screen shows current values for inputs plunger and cycle history and trend data The Data screen provides three different data viewin
53. nter the alarm state alarm Differential Low setpoint for the differential pressure at which the pressure low shut ACiC will shut in and enter the alarm state in General These are general alarm settings typically not directly associated with a process parameter Table 36 Alarms General Item Description Alarm delay Amount of time that a setpoint must be exceeded before the ACiC will enter the alarm state or shut in Alarm on early Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state arrival error when an early arrival error occurs True or false Alarm on high Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state line error when a high line error occurs True or false Alarm on Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state maintenance when a maintenance timeout occurs True or false timeout Alarm on mode Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state change when a control mode change occurs True or false Alarm on no Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state arrival when the plunger does not arrive True or false Alarm on plunger High setpoint for the plunger count at which the ACiC count will enter the alarm state Alarm on plunger Indicates whether the ACiC will enter an alarm state error when a plunger error occurs True or false Send all clear When enabled the ACiC will send all clear messages messages when the ACiC leaves an alarm s
54. od Number of good arrivals remaining before allowing counter afterflow to commence This is decreased by one each time a plunger arrives in the GOOD WINDOW Any SLOW or NO ARRIVALS will reset this count to the initial good counter value Initial slow Number of slow arrivals that must occur before the well is counter shut in Current slow Number of slow arrivals remaining before the well is shut in counter This is decreased by one each time a plunger arrives in the SLOW WINDOW Any FAST or GOOD ARRIVALS will reset this count to the initial slow counter value Initial no Number of no arrivals that must occur before the well is arrival counter shut in Current no Number of no arrivals remaining before the well is shut in arrival counter This is decreased by one each time a plunger does not arrive Any FAST or GOOD ARRIVALS will reset this count to the initial no arrival counter value Syne Mode Allows wells to have syncronized flow times for use on a common gather system Table 9 Sync Mode Item Description Enable constant cycles When True allows the user to enter a flow time so that each on off cycle takes a constant amount of time This makes it possible to syncronize wells in the same gathering system Flow time The total time that the sales valve can be on This setting is only applicable if Enable constant cycles is True 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 34
55. odeConfig iC will connect and the ACiC opening screen will be displayed as shown below 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 69 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 Figure 19 iNodeConfig iC Opening Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 70
56. odem provisionns nen dudes 12 Cell modem aetivation niet 12 Gel modem reset Seins 12 Text messaging security den nee 12 USCIS EEA E ee ee E Qachenlatedaae 13 Text message SEIS ne ie 13 Adding and Configuring AAA A en anne 13 Enabling login informations sie 13 Removing AAA o Suet ART dade ang aortas 13 Scheduled dataireportine a nee eig 13 Adding Scheduled data uplinks a usa i n 13 Seting up a OS lee PP 15 Analos Impuls sr ea A A Aa 15 General er RER ler 15 FASSEN TTS O EOS 15 Calibrating PUES rei 16 Digital puts alien 16 A OA 16 Configuring mode and general settings har Reina 16 DNS es ee ee eine 16 Selecting Mode sisi baladas 16 Generalsettinss A a eh 17 Selecting General Settings aan eu 17 Configuring timers automatic adjustments and counters eeneenenesnesnenneennn 17 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 3 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Timers and automatic adjustments eessenseesssesssennnnennnennnnnsnennnneenne nennen 17 Setting Timers and Automatic Adjustment nnnennnnnsenennsnennnennenn 18 Timer SS ONC GUM ee o ee 18 MORITA UTES O E 18 Setting COIE nr os 18 Contigurias Tank Mode en ER Bee 18 Setting Tank Mode Par Mts as as 19 Configuring Syne Mode ns aa a 19 Configuring Overtides a A A ds EE dia 19 Override categories A A iE Ea ni 20 Setting o eo dee ra o o a 20 CONO A A 20 E A A a A 20 A Na 21 Saving and importing CONTIQUTAtIONS ooooooccnoccnoncconncconocnnn cono nooo nc c
57. of the tubing pressure calibration in millivolts TP sample high High sample point of the tubing pressure calibration in millivolts TP engineering units low Low sample point of the tubing pressure calibration in psig TP engineering units high High sample point of the tubing pressure calibration in psig 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 46 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Schedule The Schedule screen allows configuration of scheduled ACiC status messages sent to users designated on the Users screen Schedule times can be added defined and deleted The screen is divided into two sections The upper screen lists the existing schedules and provides the means to add or remove a scheduled item The lower screen Schedule Details provides the specific configuration items for a new scheduled item Save any modifications made on this screen The following describes the configuration items on the Schedule screen EF Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 2BAD 4ACE lol x File Edit View Tools Help Data Config Timers Ovenides Input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events lA Q Manage Data Lists 12 10 00 AM Daily Text Message 6 10 00 AM Daily Text Message 12 10 00 PM Daily Text Message 6 10 00 PM Daily Text Message Schedule Details When Frequency Repeats Repeat every al abe Repeaton Ms Hm HT Hw WT EF Es Actions TE Uplink TE Text
58. ono nnnn nono nonn nano nn nennen 21 Exporting and importing with a PC ccccsscccssccsstscssccssccesncesenscssceseccesncesnnscncesees 21 Exporting and importing with the SD card oooooonnnccnccnonccicocconnconncconaconn nono conn nono nonnnos 21 Resetting the ACiC to its default cCONfIguratiOM oooonnoconiconooncnonncnonoconacono nono cconnccanocnnos 22 O een else 22 Viewing well status and history een ee ei 22 Clearing well status and history un ae 22 Trend data sense a a a it eg Taal 22 Tabulate nun gen enter ann 23 TE A NIG Abe use AE E E O R E E ER 23 Br OEE REE EATE IEE a 23 IAEA OD ee E A Bee ne 23 Viewing and clearing the Event og seele 23 Trend Data ae 23 Saving Trend Data and Event Logs nannten 24 Un e ad 24 SA O lese 24 NodeContig iC Screen Reference nase sang 25 Connect windoW nen echo 25 MER DAL cs scare ee ee ne ee lan 25 Toolbars Me eae ea eas aaa 25 SCEEENB ee Eu E VO Aan ea ied 26 DEVICES das 26 Tree ea E R A a e E E AR tad EER 26 Pindi e ra a u rn 26 ACIC WINGO oiea a t a a ee Eee 26 Men Da anna tates ania 26 DELETE AEA A cave rants ge anon os ato 26 DCR CIS er e e cet E 21 A ee ea e heen tee eae 27 Conta as Raita EIER EA ads 32 DETE A O E 38 O 39 THUG Colin en 43 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 4 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Sen leida 47 O O 49 ELM O a a ai 54 PP ect cai ba pe aed Se tena RR le wr Saeed ad ol eens 56 A aaqataaataens teas laceasaeaudeaneds 58 CIS A e a c
59. rizations and provides the means to add or remove a user The lower screen User Details provides the specific configuration items for a new user Save any modifications made on this screen The following describes the configuration items on the Users screen E Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 2BAD 4ACE loj xj File Edit View Tools Help Data Config Timers Ovemides Input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events Aa me 5405551212 gets alarms and scheduled text messages and can view and modify Add Remove User Details Full name MES Login Information Text Message Information User name PEER Phone Number TER E Can modify IT Scheduled TE Can query IT Alarms I Can modify Figure 16 Users Screen Upper screen The upper screen shows an entry for each user Each user has the following characteristics Table 43 User Upper Screen Item Description Full Name User s name Login Information Not supported Text Messaging Users phone number and authorizations Add Adds a new user when clicked Remove Removes the highlighted user when clicked 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 56 iNodeConfig iC User Manual User Details The User details screen provides the following configuration items for each user The user is configured by first highlighting the user and then selecting the desired configuration items The following describes the confi
60. se as a source for high line pressure input channel OFF digital input Digital channel to use as a source for OFF action channel On digital input channel Digital channel to use as a source for ON action Shut in digital input channel Digital channel to use as a source for shut in action Soft alarm digital input channel Digital channel to use as a source for a soft alarm This is used to send an SMS alarm to warn of an approaching alarm condition General General analog input configuration Table 26 Input Configuration General Item Description Analog channel Rate at which the analog channels are scanned Once per scan rate second once per minute or disabled Trend storage rate Rate at which analog channel scans are averaged and stored to the trend log Three minutes or disabled Reference voltage for the analog signals FACTORY SETTING DO NOT CHANGE Reference voltage Line pressure These settings are used to calibrate analog input channel signals to be assigned as line pressure signals Table 27 Line Pressure Item Description LP sample low Low sample point of the line pressure calibration in millivolts LP sample high High sample point of the line pressure calibration in millivolts LP engineering Low sample point of the line pressure calibration in psig units low LP engineering High sample point of the line pres
61. signals can be assigned in Digital Setup 2 For the desired signal for example High LP select the desired input Analog 1 to Analog 3 from the drop down menu to the right of High LP The drop down menu is accessed by clicking on the existing selection 3 Assign all of the desired inputs leaving unused signals as unused 4 Save the selections Configuring mode and general settings Modes The ACiC can be operated in one of 5 modes Each mode has unique capabilities and associated parameter settings that control these capabilities e Manual The controlled valves are manually set for open or closed e Plunger The tubing valve cycles are controlled by the ACiC using the settable timers and automated adjustments to optimize the plunger cycle e Tank The tubing and tank valves cycles are controlled by the ACiC using the settable timers and automated adjustments to optimize the plunger cycle e Intermitter The tubing cycle is preset to fixed values that do not change e Liquilift Tank The same as Plunger mode but adding a tank recovery mode to modify the off time for no arrival conditions Selecting Mode 1 Select the Config screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 16 iNodeConfig iC User Manual 2 Under General select the desired mode from the Control Mode drop down menu 3 Save the selection General settings The ACiC provides various operational options which will be defined later within the detailed screen descr
62. sure overrides in overrides for closing valves during the afterflow cycle afterflow 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 42 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Input Config The Input Config screen allows configuration and calibration of analog and digital inputs Save any modifications made on this screen The following describes the items on the Input Config screen by section Andog 1 Lauset Lruesd Urussi Ando 2 Anal 3 20 8000 0 1000 20 ame 0 Analog 2 Urussi need Lruesd Urussi En em Three unten 33 z TOO 0 20 ao 0 Figure 12 Input Config Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 43 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Analog setup Analog input channel configuration assigns analog input channels to a selected process data type Table 22 Analog Setup Item Description Casing pressure analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for casing pressure Differential pressure analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for differential pressure Line pressure analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for line pressure Line temperature analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for temperature Tank level analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for tank level Tubing pressure analog channel Analog channel to use as a source for tubing pressure Casing pressure These settings ar
63. sure calibration in psig units high 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 45 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Line temperature These settings are used to calibrate analog input channel signals to be assigned as line temperature signals Table 28 Line Temperature Item Description LT sample low Low sample point of the line temperature calibration in millivolts LT sample high High sample point of the line temperature calibration in millivolts LT engineering units low Low sample point of the line temperature calibration in degrees Fahrenheit LT engineering units high High sample point of the line temperature calibration in degrees Fahrenheit Tank level These settings are used to calibrate analog input channel signals to be assigned as tank level signals Table 29 Tank Level Item Description Tank level sample Low sample point of the tank level calibration in low millivolts Tank level sample High sample point of the tank level calibration in high millivolts Tank level Low sample point of the tank level calibration in inches engineering units low Tank level High sample point of the tank level calibration in inches engineering units high Tubing Pressure These settings are used to calibrate analog input channel signals to be assigned as tubing pressure signals Table 30 Tubing Pressure Item Description TP sample low Low sample point
64. tate and resumes normal operation True or false 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 51 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Level alarms These are alarm settings for the tank levels High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 37 Level Alarms Item Description Tank level high High setpoint for the tank level at which the ACiC will alarm enter the alarm state Tank level high High setpoint for the tank level at which the ACiC will shut in shut in and enter the alarm state Tank level low Low setpoint for the tank level at which the ACiC will alarm enter the alarm state Tank level low Low setpoint for the tank level at which the ACiC will shut in shut in and enter the alarm state LP alarms These are alarm settings for the line pressure High and low levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 38 LP Alarms Item Description Line pressure high High setpoint for the line pressure at which the ACiC alarm will enter the alarm state Line pressure high High setpoint for the line pressure at which the ACiC shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state Line pressure low Low setpoint for the line pressure at which the ACiC will alarm enter the alarm state Line pressure low Low setpoint for the line pressure at
65. ted Actions Text Configures the ACiC to uplink the scheduled item as a message text message via cell phone SMS Currently the scheduled item will only a uplink a status message containing the current tubing cycles and plunger counts average run times battery voltage and solar charge current 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 48 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Alarms The Alarms screen provides configuration for setting alarm conditions that will result in an alarm being sent to designated users Save any modifications made on this screen The following describes the items on the Alarms screen by section Figure 14 Alarms Screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 49 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Battery alarms These are alarm settings for the ACiC battery voltage High and low battery charge levels can be set to trigger a soft alarm ACiC alarms only or shut in ACiC alarms and shuts in enabled valves Table 33 Battery Alarms Item Description Battery voltage High setpoint for the battery voltage at which the ACiC high alarm will enter the alarm state Battery voltage High setpoint for the battery voltage at which the ACiC high shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state Battery voltage Low setpoint for the battery voltage at which the ACiC low alarm will enter the alarm state Battery voltage Low setpoint for the battery voltage at which the ACiC low shut in will shut in
66. users 1 Select the User screen 2 Click the Add button 3 Enter the user name in the Full name box 4 For text messaging to a cell phone enter the Phone Number and click to check the services to be enabled within the Text Message Information area 5 Save the selections Enabling login information CURRENTLY UNSUPPORTED Removing users 1 Select the User screen 2 Click on the user information to highlight 3 Click the Remove button 4 Save the selections Scheduled data reporting The ACiC can be configured to regularly uplink data and status to the user The data can be uplinked via supported WAN connections satellite cellular etc Limited data and status can also be sent to a user via text messaging Adding Scheduled data uplinks 1 Select the Schedule screen 2 Click the Add button 3 Enter the time of day in the When box select the frequency from the Repeats box drop down menu and optionally select days of the week from the Repeat on selections 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 13 iNodeConfig iC User Manual 4 Choose the data type by checking Text Message for status data or Uplink CURRENTLY UNSUPPORTED for user selected data 5 Save the selections 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 14 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Setting up a well This section describes the process for setting up an ACiC for a specific well or location The process includes setting up Analog inputs Digital inputs Mode and
67. ut in if the pressure exceeds 700 PSI e Ifa fast arrival follows the range is decreased by 5 from 400 500 to 395 495 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 19 iNodeConfig iC User Manual e Ifa slow arrival follows the range is increased by 10 from 400 500 to 410 510 e Ifa no arrival follows the range is increased by 15 from 400 500 to 415 515 Override categories Casing Pressure Differential Pressure Line Pressure Tubing Pressure Misc o Open if TP LP is greater than Allows user to enter a differential set point of tubing pressure minus line pressure Provided minimum off time has been satisfied the algorithm will override the remaining offtime period and open the plunger valve if the differential condition occurs o Open if fluid slug is less than Attempts to calculate fluid slug size Opens the plunger valve and overrides the remaining off time period provided the minimum off time period has been completed The slug is calculated continuously with the following Casing pressure minus tubing pressure divided by casing pressure minus line pressure i e CP TP CP LP FSLUG Setting Overrides 1 Select the Overrides screen 2 Under the desired category set the desired values 3 Some values can either be Disabled or set to a specific value To set a specific value the alarm must first be enabled to change the value Click the value and open the drop down menu that appears Check or uncheck t
68. will enter the alarm state Tubing pressure Low setpoint for the tubing pressure at which the ACiC low shut in will shut in and enter the alarm state 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 53 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Cell Modem The Cell Modem screen provides configuration for the ACiC internal cell modem Save any modifications made on this screen The following describes the items on the Cell Modem screen by section EF Auto Cycle Intelligent Controller Level 1 2BAD 4ACE 3 File Edit View Tools Help lalx Data Config Timers Ovenides Input Config Schedule Alarms Cell Modem Users System Events Aa El General Modem power off cycle Modem power on cycle E Text messaging Text message secunty code Last modem error string Timeout 00 00 00 00 05 00 123 Last modem error string Error string used for debugging modem operation Figure 15 Cell Modem Screen General These are general cell modem configuration items Table 41 Cell Modem General Item Description Last modem error Error string used for debugging modem operation string Represents the last error encountered thus may show an error even if the condition no longer exists Modem phone The phone number of the ACiC modem This is number number dialed to send a text message to the ACiC Modem power off Amount of time that the cell modem will be powered off cycle in its on off cycle
69. wn menu is accessed by clicking on the existing selection Assign all of the desired inputs leaving unused signals as unused 4 Save the selections 0S 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 15 iNodeConfig iC User Manual Calibrating inputs Each assigned input must be calibrated to accurately represent the monitored signal A two point calibration procedure is provided For each point low or high the current value ofthe signal is entered as the engineering unit The input is then sampled low or high and is thereby assigned to the current engineering unit Alternately if the minimum and maximum input voltage range and the associated engineering units are known they can be entered for a rough calibration 1 Select the Input Config screen 2 Set the engineering units low to the desired value For example if the casing pressure is 0 PSI set the engineering units low to 0 3 Highlight the CP sample low and click on Sample Voltage The voltage on the CP input will be read and associated with engineering unit low of 0 PSI 4 Save the selection 5 Repeat 1 4 for the high sample Digital inputs The three ACiC inputs can be configured as either analog or digital This section describes how to configure these as digital signals When used as a digital input the signal is compared to an internal 2 5 VDC reference voltage The signal is on if it is above 2 5 VDC or off if below Assigning inputs 1 Select the Input Config screen Input
70. y equipped with a cell modem Modem will already be selected 1 Select the System screen 2 Click on the Serial port usage setting and choose Modem or Disable as appropriate 3 Save the selections Cell modem provisioning Call Ferguson Beauregard support Cell modem activation Call Ferguson Beauregard support Cell modem reset Select Tools then Cell Modem and then Reset Cell Modem Text messaging security code 1 Select the Cell Modem screen 9 15 2008 Version 1 0 0 Page 12 iNodeConfig iC User Manual 2 For Text messaging security code enter up to a 6 digit code upper or lower case A Z and 0 9 A blank code will allow any ACiC formatted phone text message access to this ACiC The factory default code is 654321 3 Save the selections Users The ACiC allows multiple users to remotely access the ACiC to receive data updates and alarms and to make configuration changes Contact information and privileges for each user are configured on the Users screen Text message services Each user can have text message services configured individually as follows e Scheduled The user will receive scheduled data updates from the ACiC The schedule is the same for all users e Alarms The user will receive alarms e Can query The user can remotely query data from the ACiC using KDT hot key numbers e Can modify The user can remotely modify ACiC configuration using KDT hot key numbers Adding and Configuring

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