Acc Pressure Um PDF

Rev.
0605
Pressure Field Unit

User Guide
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A Division of Adaptive Instruments Corp.

577 Main Street · Hudson, MA 01749 U.S.A.
TEL: 800-879-6576 · 978-568-0500
FAX: 978-568-9085
Email: [email protected]
www.accutechinstruments.com
User Manual
Pressure Field Unit

Models WI-GP-I-xxx and
WI-AP-I-xxx
Versions 1.58 or later
! Important Information to the User !

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Adaptive Instruments Corp.
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
• This device is for mobile and fixed use only (not portable or body-worn). A
separation distance of 20cm must be maintained at all times between the antenna
and the body of the user and bodies of nearby persons.
• This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum
gain of 9 dBd. Antenna having a higher gain is strictly prohibited per regulations
of Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
• To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not
more than that required for successful communication.
• The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or
pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for
the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s
website www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb.
! FCC Certification !
• This product is a frequency hopping RF transceiver module for the 900MHz ISM
band, designed to meet FCC 15.247, and is used in industrial control and moni-
toring applications.
• The antenna is factory installed and MUST NOT be removed or modified by

user.
Adaptive Instruments Corp. reserves the right to update or change this

user guide at anytime. For the most recent version of the user guide,
please check our website: www.accutechinstruments.com
© Adaptive Instruments Corp., 2005.

Printed in the USA
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Rev Date Notes Initials
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Entity Drawing
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Accutech
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TEL: 800-879-6576 · 978-568-0500
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction ____________________________________ 1

1.1: Using This Manual 1
1.2: About the Device 2
1.3: Unpacking 2
1.4: Software Compatibility 2
Section 2: In a Hurry? ____________________________________ 3
Section 3: Installation _____________________________________ 4
3.1: Mechanical Installation 4
3.1.1: Field Unit Positioning 4
3.1.2: A Simple RF Placement Procedure 5
Section 4: General Configuration ___________________________ 7
4.1: Field Unit Displayed Messages 7
4.1.1: The Read-Only Sequence 7
4.2: Overall Configuration Menu Map 8
4.3: Setting the Field Unit Tag Name 8
4.4: Setting a User Password 9
4.5: Resetting All Field Unit Settings 9
Section 5: Configuring the RF Communications ______________ 10
5.1: RF Channel Selection 10
5.2: Baud Rate Selection 10
5.3: RF Identification Selection 11
Section 6: Configuring the Sampling and Transmission Rates ___ 12
6.1: Selecting the Normal Transmission Rate 12
6.2: Selecting the Normal Sampling Rate 13
6.3: Selecting the Abnormal Transmission Rate 14
6.4: Selecting the Abnormal Sampling Rate 15
6.5: Setting the Smart Rate Threshold 16
6.6: Selecting the Normal Upper and Lower Values 17
6.7: Selecting Rates, Thresholds, and Deadbands via the Software 18
Section 7: Configuring the Process Variable__________________ 19
7.1: Selecting Units of Measure 19
7.2: Zeroing the Sensor 20
7.3: Setting a Measurement Offset 20
7.4: Trimming the Measurement 21
7.5: Entering a 22-Point Curve 21
Section 8: Maintaining the Field Unit _______________________ 22
8.1: Changing the Battery 22
Section 9: Technical Specifications _________________________ 23
Dimensioned Mechanical Drawing 24
Intrinsic Safety Control Drawing 25
Appendix A: Navigating the Menus_________________________ 27
Appendix B: Displayed Message Definitions _________________ 28
Appendix C: Field Unit Menu Map_________________________ 29
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Accutech Wireless Pressure Field Unit User Manual
Table of Figures
3.1: Example of Incorrect Field Unit Positioning .................................................... 4
3.2: Menu Map to RSSI Mode ................................................................................. 5
4.1: Field Unit Power-UP and Operations Sequence ............................................... 7
4.2: The Read-Only Sequence.................................................................................. 7
4.3: Overall Configuration Menu Map..................................................................... 8
4.4: Menu Map to Tag Name Setting ....................................................................... 8
4.5: Menu Map to Password Setting......................................................................... 9
4.6: Password Setting Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager ............................ 9
5.1: Menu Map to RF Channel Setting................................................................... 10
5.2: Menu Map to Baud Rate Setting ..................................................................... 10
5.3: Menu Map to RF ID Setting............................................................................ 11
6.1: Menu Map to Normal Transmission Rate Setting........................................... 12
6.2: Incorrect Sampling Rate.................................................................................. 13
6.3: Correct Sampling Rate .................................................................................... 13
6.4: Menu Map to Normal Sampling Rate Setting ................................................. 13
6.5: Example of Abnormal Transmission Rate Setting .......................................... 14
6.6: Menu Map to Abnormal Transmission Rate Setting....................................... 14
6.7: Example of Abnormal Sampling Rate Setting ................................................ 15
6.8: Menu Map to Abnormal Sampling Rate Setting ............................................. 15
6.9: Smart Rate Configuration Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager............. 16
6.10: Normal Upper and Lower Value Example.................................................... 17
6.11: Menu Map to Normal Upper and Lower Value Settings .............................. 17
6.12: Condition “Chatter” Without Time Deadband.............................................. 17
6.13: Condition “Chatter” Elimination Due to Time Deadband ............................ 17
6.14: Sampling and Transmission Rate Selection Using the Software .................. 18
6.15: Normal Upper and Lower Value Selection Using the Software ................... 18
7.1: Menu Map to Units Setting ............................................................................. 19
7.2: Units Selection Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager ............................. 19
7.3: Menu Map to Sensor Zero Setting .................................................................. 20
7.4: Menu Map to Offset Setting............................................................................ 20
7.5: Menu Map to Trim Setting.............................................................................. 21
7.6: Setting a 22-Point Curve Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager .............. 21
Dimensioned Mechanical Drawing ........................................................................ 24
Intrinsic Safety Control Drawing ........................................................................... 25
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Section 1
Introduction
1.1: USING THIS MANUAL This manual is designed to assist in installing, operating, and maintaining
Accutech Model WI-GP and WI-AP Pressure Field Units. The manual is
broken into sections as follows:
Section 2: In a Hurry?
This section summarizes what must be done in order to get the device in-
stalled, configured and in operation quickly. However, it does not provide
detailed or how-to information to perform the tasks outlined.
Section 3: Installation
This section explains mechanical installation considerations; such as Field
Unit placement and Field Unit Mounting.
Section 4: General Configuration

In this section general configuration options such as password protection,
and selecting a user password are discussed. Also covered, is the setting of
a Field Unit tag name, resetting of all Field Unit settings, and a discussion
of the various messages that are displayed on the Field Unit LCD.
Section 5: Configuring the RF Communications

This section covers the setup of the Field Unit RF Communications which
allow the Field Unit to achieve communication with the Base Radio. Pa-
rameters discussed are the Field Unit RF ID, the RF channel setting and
Baud Rate.
Section 6: Configuring the Sampling and Transmission Rates

This section aids the user in selecting the amount of time between each
sample of the process, and the time between each transmission of this
sample to the Base Radio. Also discussed is the use of setting an abnormal
threshold in which sampling and transmission times may change during a
period when the process variable is within the abnormal region.
Section 7: Configuring the Process Variable

This section helps the user in the selection of engineering units, as well as
discussing the zeroing of the sensor, setting of a measurement offset, and
trimming the process measurement.
Section 8: Maintaining the Field Unit

This section explains how the Field Unit should be cared for once it has
been placed into service. Changing the battery is also covered in this sec-
tion.
Section 9: Technical Specifications

This section explains the technical specifications that are associated with
this device such as power characteristics, accuracy, and operating charac-
teristics.
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1.2: ABOUT THE DEVICE The Accutech Pressure Field Unit is a reliable Radio Frequency (RF)
transceiver coupled with an pressure sensor that can be used to monitor a
variety of processes in hazardous and hard-to-reach areas. The time and
expense of running wires often makes it difficult to measure parameters
that have an economic impact on your plant operation, but the Pressure
Field Unit allows you to quickly and accurately monitor those devices at
fraction of the cost, which gives you bigger and faster returns on your
instrumentation investments.
The Field Units communicate in a secure, digital protocol over a band of

frequencies from 902MHz to 928MHz. This data communication tech-
nique has been the backbone of the military’s secure communications pro-
tocols for many years. These devices require no wires, permits or licenses,
and they are easily set up and installed right out of the box.
You can use this device for long term monitoring in remote locations, for
short-term data gathering on process conditions, or to quickly test the eco-
nomic viability of a new installation.
The purpose of this manual is to help you install and maintain your Ac-
cutech Pressure Field Unit. BEFORE setting up and installing the Field
Unit please setup and configure the Base Radio.
1.3: UNPACKING Remove the Packing List and check off the actual equipment received. If
you have any questions on your shipment, please call your Accutech Rep-
resentative. Upon receipt of shipment, inspect the container for any signs
of damage in transit. Especially take note of any evidence of rough han-
dling. Report any apparent damage immediately to the shipping agent.
Please note that sometimes units are assembled with accessories when
shipped. Inspect the shipment carefully if you think that something is
missing. This is rare, as we take considerable care to pack units for ship-
ment, but it does sometimes happen. Please give us a call and we may be
able to resolve this matter quickly over the phone.
NOTE
Please note that the carrier will not honor any claims for damage unless
all shipping materials are saved for their examination. If damage is found
during examining and removal of the contents, save the packing material
and the carton.
1.4: SOFTWARE Software for Accutech is revised periodically. Internal device software
may contain portions that are not compatible with previous versions of the
COMPATABILITY Wireless Instrumentation Manager software.
To ensure software compatibility, Wireless Instrumentation Manager soft-

ware version 1.56.126 or later must be used. If you believe you are experi-
encing software compatibility issues please call Accutech Technical Sup-
port at (978) 568-0500 or email [email protected].
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Section 2
In a Hurry?
This section summarizes what must be done in order to get the device in-
stalled, configured and in operation quickly. However, it does not provide
detailed or how-to information to perform the tasks outlined.
1. Place the Field Unit in the desired location of operation.

Note: Trimming and zeroing of the measurement may be neces-
sary before the device can be placed in service. If trimming is
required, perform steps 7-14 prior to placing device in service.
2. Ground the Field Unit via conduit or bonding strap

3. Turn on the Field Unit by pressing ENTER and NEXT buttons simul-
taneously and holding until unit powers up.
4. Set RF CHAN setting equal to the Base Radio’s RF Channel.
5. Set BAUD RT setting equal to the Base Radio’s Baud Rate.
6. Set RF ID number to be a unique value between 1 and 50.
7. Select normal transmission rate.
8. Select normal sampling rate.
9. Select abnormal transmission rate.
10. Select abnormal sampling rate.
11. Set normal upper and lower values.
12. Select engineering measurement units.
13. Zero the sensor
14. Trim the sensor
If the “RF OFF” message is being displayed on the Field Unit LCD, per-
! Caution ! form the following:
If the Base Radio is not energized for more than
30 minutes, the Field Units should also be turned • Set the RF CHAN setting equal to the Base Radio’s RF
off to preserve battery life. Leaving the Field Channel.
Units on when the Base Radio is not energized or
out of range will cause the Field Units to transmit
very frequently and drastically reduces their bat- If a “NO RF” message is being displayed on the Field Unit LCD, check
tery life. the following:
• Is the Field Unit set to the above listed settings?

• Is the Base Radio on?
• Do the Field Unit and Base Radio settings match? (See Sec-
tion 5 of Field Unit and Base Radio User Manuals)
• Are the Base Radio and Field Units unable to communicate
due to obstructions or distance? (See Section 3.1.1: Field
Unit Positioning)
• Did you perform the Simple RF Placement Procedure? (See
Section 3.1.2: A Simple RF Placement Procedure)
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Section 3
Installation
3.1: Mechanical Installation In this section mechanical installation instructions are discussed for the
various setup capabilities of the Pressure Field Unit. The subsections are
as follows:
3.1.1: Field Unit Positioning
3.1.2: A Simple RF Placement Procedure
The Accutech Pressure Field Unit is a rugged device, but it provides much
better performance if installed with careful consideration, as noted in this
manual. It may be utilized in any pressure measurement service so long as
care is exercised to prevent exposing the sensing elements to excess stress
or temperature. Installation practices have a lot to do with these service
parameters and the life that you can expect from your Accutech Pressure
! Warning ! Field Unit. The main considerations for installation are covered below.
During installation do not apply force to the in-
Give careful consideration to the environment where you will be installing
strument housing or antenna. Use a proper wrench
for all installations. Failure to use correct installa- your instrument. Avoid installations that expose the device to excess tem-
tion procedures can cause damage to the Base perature, high vibration, considerable shock, or exposure to dripping con-
Radio. densate or corrosive materials. Also avoid installing the device in an un-
serviceable location.
Most often these problems can be avoided with some thought at the time
of installation. The practices noted below are generally recommended, but
they can only act as a guideline and cannot cover all possible variations.
The final installation must be made at the discretion and approval of the
user. You must be the judge of the actual installation.
Dimensioned mechanical drawings for aid in mechanical installation are

located in Section 9: Technical Specifications
3.1.1: Field Unit Positioning Correct positioning of the Field Unit will ensure the best performance of
the device. When planning the positioning of the Field Units there are a
few parameters that must be paid attention to:
• The top of the Field Unit should point in an upward fashion.

The bottom of the Field Unit should NOT point directly at
the Base Radio and the Field Unit LCD should point away
from the Base Radio.
• All Field Units should maintain an approximate spacing of at

least one foot apart from one another.
• The line of sight range between a Field Unit and Base Radio
is 2000 feet at the 19.2K baud rate setting. Note that this
range is reduced by the amount of RF noise present, obstruc-
tions, and the material properties of the obstruction.
• Only place the Field Unit in ambient operating temperatures

of -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C).
Figure 3.1: Examples of Incorrect Field Figure 3.1, shown to the left, gives examples of incorrect setups according
Unit Positioning to the previously mentioned parameters.
Because there are so many setup possibilities we cannot cover them all. A
correct setup would make sure that the above warnings are heeded, and
that the Field Unit and Base Radio are capable of communication. The RF
Placement Test section will help you to determine if you have selected the
correct installation points and orientations for your application.
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Section 3: Installation
3.1.2: A Simple RF Placement Remember, proper placement of the Field Unit will optimize your RF
communication range and capabilities. Perhaps the best test to perform
Procedure before mechanically mounting the unit is a quick hand-held test.
To perform this test you should have a good idea of where the Base Radio
will be placed (for more information see Section 3 of the Base Radio User
Manual). Put the Base Radio in this area and power it up. Make sure that
the Base Radio and Field Unit are on the same RF Channel and Baud Rate
(See Section 5). You may also have to increment the number of Field
Units with which the Base Radio is communicating (See the Base Radio
User Manual Section 4.3).
Once both the Base Radio and Field Unit are set up to be on the same net-
work, make sure communication is established by looking at the Field
Unit LCD for the ‘RF OK’ message in the Read-Only Sequence (see Sec-
tion 4.1.1).
After communications have been established, the Field Unit should be

placed in RSSI Diagnostic mode to determine the signal strength at the
location of the equipment to be monitored. Placing the Field Unit in this
mode is explained in the following section.
3.1.2.1: Field Unit RSSI Diagnostic The Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI), located in the Field Unit’s
diagnostic menu, displays the RF signal strength in one of seven ranges.
The signal strength is displayed on the LCD using a combination of ‘>’
and ‘_’ characters. Full signal strength is displayed as “> > > > > > >”
while minimum signal strength is displayed as “> _ _ _ _ _ _”. If the field
unit is not communicating with the Base Radio (i.e. NO RF), all under-
score characters will be displayed (“_ _ _ _ _ _ _”).
The RSSI is measured every time the Field Unit receives a message from
the Base Radio. The signal strength of the received message from the Base
Radio is calculated during this time. The actual signal strength in dBm for
each range is shown below:
> > > > > > >

Greater
Less than Between Between Between Between Between
than
-105 dBm & -100 dBm & -95 dBm & -90 dBm & -85 dBm &
-105 dBm -100 dBm -95 dBm -90 dBm -85 dBm -80 dBm -80 dBm
To place the Field Unit in RSSI Diagnostic mode follow the menu map
shown below in Figure 3.2. Note that the RSSI menu is under the DI-
AGNSE menu and not the CONFIG menu.
Figure 3.2: Menu Map to RSSI Mode
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3.1.2.1 Continued Now that the Field Unit is in RSSI mode, bring the Field Unit close to the
equipment you wish to monitor. Look at the LCD; notice the ‘>’ will con-
stantly fluctuate. One should estimate an average value based on these
fluctuations. While the ideal signal integrity is seven arrows, the suggested
fluctuating arrow ranges for the different RF Baud Rate settings are listed
below:
• 4.8K Baud – between 1 and 4 arrows

Once you have verified that you are receiving a signal, you should check
to make sure the Field Unit is communicating properly with the Base Ra-
dio. To do so exit the RSSI by pressing ENTER, and then navigate to the
EXIT? of the diagnostic menu and return to the Operations Sequence
shown in Figure 4.1 on page 7. Once in the Operations Sequence, you will
notice small arrows on the rightmost and leftmost regions of the LCD.
These arrows indicate the sending and receiving of messages between the
Base Radio and the Field Unit. If both arrows are moving up and down,
and you do not see a NO RF message, then the position you have selected
will be suitable for mounting the device.
If only one or neither of the arrows is moving, and you see a NO RF mes-
sage, then you do not have satisfactory RF communication with the Base
NOTE Radio. If your application allows, move the Field Unit to a different posi-
While using slower baud rate increases communi- tion and check again for communications. If your application only allows
cation distance, it also requires more time to com-
you to mount at this particular point, you may want to try a slower baud
plete a communications cycle. This may not be
suitable for your application. rate setting for an increased range (see note).
One final solution is to reposition the Base Radio. However, this may af-
fect communications with previously installed Field Units, and if so, may
require the use of a second Base Radio for your application. To select a
better spot for the Base Radio, see section 3.1.1 of the Base Radio User
Manual.
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Section 4
General Configuration
This section discusses the generalities for configuring the Field Unit via
the NEXT and ENTER buttons. The subsections are as follows:
4.1: Field Unit Displayed Messages
4.1.1: The Read-Only Sequence
4.2: The Overall Configuration Menu Map
4.3: Setting the Field Unit Tag Name
4.4: Setting a User Password
4.5: Resetting All Field Unit Settings
4.1: Field Unit Displayed To turn the Field Unit on, press both the NEXT and ENTER buttons and
hold them for a few seconds. Upon power up, the Field Unit will display
Messages the Power-Up Sequence, and then go into the Operations Sequence. These
Sequences are shown in Figure 4.1 below:
NOTE
During configuration and testing, keep Field Units
at least one foot apart and away from the Base
Radio to ensure good communications.
Figure 4.1: Field Unit Power-Up and Operations LCD Sequences
4.1.1: The Read-Only Sequence Once the Field Unit is in the Operations Sequence, a user may access the
READ-ONLY Sequence without a password by simply pressing the
ENTER button at any time. The Read-Only Sequence, as shown in Figure
4.2, displays extra information about the current settings of the Field Unit
that are not seen during the Operations Sequence, but does not allow any
changes to be made to these settings.
Figure 4.2: The Read-Only Sequence
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4.2: Overall Configuration A complete Field Unit Menu Map is shown in Appendix B. Below is an
overall view of the configuration menu to aid the user in setting up the
Menu Map Field Unit for proper operation.
NOTE
The user must enter a four digit password to enter
the CONFIG and DIAGNSE. The FACTORY
menu is for factory use only. The default user
password is 0000. For more information on the
password see Section 4.4.
Figure 4.3: Overall Configuration Menu Map
4.3: Setting the Field Unit Tag Each Field Unit also has a user-settable Field Unit Tag Name. This tag
name is displayed upon Field Unit power up, and when the Read Only
Name* Sequence is selected. The Tag Name is a 21-character string that is dis-
played in three separate 7-character flashes on the Field Unit LCD.
The user may choose from A-Z, 0-9, a dash (“-“), and an underscore (“_”).
The underscore has a special meaning to the software inside the Field
Unit. For example, if you have a Tag Name that is only 5 characters long,
then you do not want to wait for the rest of the 16 characters to be dis-
played on the LCD. So if your Tag Name was “TRAP1”, you would want
Figure 4.4: Menu Map to Tag Name Setting to enter the Tag Name like this: “TRAP1 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _”.
Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu
option will not be accessible via the Field Unit once the Field Unit detects
that the software is being used (See Appendix A for more details). The tag
name should be entered using the Wireless Instrumentation Manager soft-
ware. To do so, when the software is in the Field Unit view (See Section
8.1 of the Wireless Instrumentation Manager User Manual), right-click the
Field Unit icon and select Rename, then enter the tag name you wish the
Field Unit to have.
This tag name will then be downloaded to the Field Unit and can be dis-
played by pressing the ENTER button when the unit is in the Operations
Sequence (See Section 4.1.1 of this manual)
* Indicates that Menu is Disabled if Wireless Instrumentation Manager is detected. (See Appendix A)
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4.4: Setting a User Password* Each Field Unit has a password that will lock out undesired users from
making changes to the Base Radio. Any user may still view some of the
Field Unit settings by pressing the ENTER key during the Operations Se-
quence and viewing the Read-Only Sequence.
The password is a four-digit password The factory default is 0000. If you

wish to select a different password, follow the Field Unit Menu Map
shown in Figure 4.5 to change it.
Figure 4.5: Menu Map to Password Setting
If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu

that the software is being used (See Appendix A for more details). The
password should be entered using the Wireless Instrumentation Manager
software. To do so, enter the configuration menu (See Section 9.2 of the
Wireless Instrumentation Manager User Manual). Once in the configura-
tion menu click on the General tab to bring up the general information as
shown in Figure 4.6.
The Field Unit password for this device can be set by entering a four-digit
number in the Field Unit Password field. Once a password has been en-
tered, click OK to save and download the password to the Field Unit.
Please note that the password only protects the Field Unit from unauthor-
ized configuration via the NEXT and ENTER buttons. The Wireless In-
strumentation Manager requires a user login password to gain access to all
configuration parameters. However, user accounts are available and can be
set with different access levels and restrictions (For more information on
Figure 4.6: Password Setting Using Wireless user accounts see the Wireless Instrumentation Manager User Manual
Instrumentation Manager Section 8.4).
4.5: Resetting All Field Unit To reset all Field Unit settings to their default state, the user must navigate
to the DEFAULT menu option in the CONFIG menu via the keypad.
Settings
Once at the default menu option pressing the ENTER button will display
‘RESET?’ on the LCD; which asks if the user is sure he or she wants to
reset the device to its default configuration. The user will then be
prompted with ‘NO’ on the LCD. Pressing the ENTER button while ‘NO’
is being displayed will NOT reset the device. Pressing the NEXT button
will display ‘YES’ on the LCD. If the user presses the ENTER button
while ‘YES’ is being displayed the device will be reset.
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Configuring the RF Communications

! Caution ! In order for the Field Unit and the Base Radio to communicate, they must
be on the same RF Channel and must be transmitting at the same Baud
If the Base Radio is not energized for more than Rate. While all Field Units and Base Radios are set to default configura-
30 minutes, the Field Units should also be turned
off to preserve battery life. Leaving the Field tions at the factory, if any configuration differences are present the Base
Units on when the Base Radio is not energized or Radio will not be able to communicate with the Field Units. The subsec-
out of range will cause the Field Units to transmit tions are as follows:
very frequently and drastically reduces their bat- 5.1: RF Channel Setup
tery life.
5.2: RF Baud Rate Setup
5.3: RF Identification Setup
5.1: RF Channel Selection All Base Radios and Field Units can be set to one of 16 different commu-
nication channels. The only Field Units recognized by a particular Base
Radio are the units that are on the same RF Channel as that Base Radio.
This allows the user to decide which Field Units communicate with each
Base Radio.
NOTE
The RF Channel defines a set of frequencies on Each Field Unit comes from the factory set to the RF OFF channel. This
which communication takes place between the means the Field Unit will not communicate to any Base Radio. To set the
Base Radio and the Field Unit. Each RF Channel Field Unit for communication first determine the channel that you wish to
has a different set of frequencies, thus allowing use. Then follow the Field Unit menu map shown below in Figure 5.1 to
the user to have multiple different wireless net-
works co-existing throughout the same facility. configure the RF Channel.
The RF Channel can be thought of as a set of

walkie-talkies. If both walkie-talkies are on chan-
nel one they can communicate. If a walkie-talkie
is on channel one and the other is on channel two,
they cannot communicate. Likewise, if two
walkie-talkies are on channel one and two other
walkie-talkies are on channel two, the walkie- Figure 5.1: Menu Map to RF Channel Setting
talkies on channel one cannot hear what is being
transmitted by the walkie-talkies on channel two.
Once you are in the RF Channel menu, you can increment it by pressing
the next button. When selecting this value, do not choose an RF Channel
that is currently being used by other Accutech Wireless Systems as this
can cause communication problems.
5.2: Baud Rate Selection The RF Baud Rate refers to the speed at which the Base Radio and Field
Units communicate. There are three selectable settings with the fastest
update times and ranges listed below:
• 4.8K– Rate of 4.8 Kbaud (Update every 20 seconds)
- Range of 3000ft (Line of Sight)
• 19.2K– Rate of 19.2 Kbaud (Update every 5 seconds)
- Range of 2000ft to 2500ft (Line of Sight)
• 76.8K– Rate of 76.8 Kbaud (Update every 1 second)
- Range of 500ft to 750ft (Line of Sight)
A faster RF Baud Rate allows the user to transmit more information in a
NOTE given period of time, but it will also limit the Field Unit’s range. If you
If you change the baud rate of a Field Unit, you need more distance out of your Field Units or are encountering difficulties
must also change the baud rate of the Base Radio by frequently losing communications, then select a slower baud rate.
and all other Field Units that are communicating
with that Base Radio to match.
Follow the Base Radio menu map shown in Figure 5.2 to configure the RF
Baud Rate. The factory default is the 19.2K Baud Rate.
Figure 5.2: Menu Map to Baud Rate Setting

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Section 5: Configuring the RF Communications
5.3: RF Identification Selection Each Field Unit is identified by the Base Radio and software according to
the RF Identification (ID) given to that particular unit. Two Field Units
CANNOT have the same ID and be on the same RF Channel (if you do
not know the RF Channel see section 5.1). If the Field Unit is in the Op-
erations Sequence, pressing the ENTER button displays the Read-Only
Sequence on the LCD, which displays the ID of that unit like this: ID 3.
All Field Units in your system are set to a default ID number upon ship-
ment. For example, if you have ordered a Base Radio and three Field
Units, the Field Units will be configured to ID’s 0, 0 and 0. You must set
these units to three different IDs between 1 and 50. The Field Units in this
example could be set to RF IDs 1, 2 and 3.
First determine the ID’s you’d like to give each unit. Then follow the
menu map shown in Figure 5.3 to configure the RF ID. The factory de-
fault is RF ID 0, which disables the RF communication of the unit.
Figure 5.3: Menu Map to RF ID Setting
Once you have selected the RF ID you wish to use for this particular Field
Unit, save and exit the menus and return to the Operations Sequence.
The Field Unit should now be successfully configured to the Base Radio.
To check this, press ENTER while the Field Unit is in the Operations Se-
quence for the Read-Only Sequence to be displayed. You may see an RF
SYNC message displayed on the Field Unit LCD. This means that the
Field Unit and Base Radio are attempting to synchronize communications.
If this is successful the RF Status will display an RF OK message. If this is
unsuccessful the RF Status will display a NO RF message.
Also notice the two small arrows on either side of the LCD; if they are
fluctuating up and down, that indicates the Field Unit and Base Radio are
successfully communicating. If only one or none of the arrows are moving
then RF communication is unsuccessful.
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Section 6 Wireless Pressure Field Unit User Manual
Accutech
Configuring the Sampling and Transmission Rates

The Pressure Field Unit is very versatile with many programmable fea-
tures and can be used in numerous different applications. Because no two
applications are the same, some configuration is required for each unit.
This section will walk you through the initial configuration of these sam-
ple and transmit settings. The subsections are as follows:
6.1: Selecting the Normal Transmission Rate
6.2: Selecting the Normal Sampling Rate
6.3: Selecting the Abnormal Transmission Rate
6.4: Selecting the Abnormal Sampling Rate
6.5: Setting the Smart Rate Threshold
6.6: Selecting the Normal Upper and Lower Values
6.7: Selecting Rates, Thresholds, and Deadbands via the Software
6.1: Selecting the Normal The Field Unit is in a “sleep” mode to save power during the operations
sequence. This mode turns off most of the electronics on the unit, with the
Transmission Rate* exception of the LCD, in order to preserve battery life. The Field Unit will
then ‘wake up’ every Normal Sampling Period and take the necessary
current/voltage readings. The Field Unit will then transmit these readings
to the Base Radio on an interval determined by the Normal Transmission
Rate.
Notice that the fastest update rate of the Normal Transmission Rate is de-
pendent on the baud rate setting you selected earlier (see section 5.2). The
transmission rates cannot update data faster than their communication
speed allows. Thus, if you selected the 19.2K Baud Rate setting, your fast-
est transmission rate will be 5 seconds and no faster. The Field Unit auto-
matically determines these settings and adjusts the menu options accord-
ingly. A complete table of these parameters is shown in the table in the
following section.
In order to properly set the Normal Transmission Rate, you must first de-
termine how often you need updates from the Field Unit when the device
being monitored is operating within what you consider to be normal oper-
ating conditions for that process variable. You have a selectable range of
1-5, 10, 15, 20, 40 seconds and 1 minute. Then, follow the menu map
shown in Figure 6.1 to configure the Normal Transmission Rate. The fac-
tory default is 10 seconds.
Figure 6.1: Menu Map to Normal Transmission Rate Setting
option will not be accessible via the Field Unit once the Field Unit de-
tects that the software is being used (See Appendix A for more details).
An explanation of how to select the Normal Transmission Rate using the
Wireless Instrumentation Manager software can be found in section 6.7.
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6.2: Selecting the Normal As previously mentioned, the Field Unit is in “sleep” mode to save power
during the operations sequence. This mode turns off most of the electron-
Sampling Rate* ics on the unit (with the exception of the LCD) in order to preserve battery
life. The Field Unit will then ‘wake up’ for every Normal Sampling Pe-
riod and take the necessary current/voltage readings.
Notice that the minimum speed of the Normal Sampling Rate is dependent
on the Normal Transmission Rate setting you selected earlier (see section
6.1). The Sampling Rates cannot be set to a slower time interval than the
time interval at which the Field Unit is required to transmit updates. Thus,
if you selected the Normal Transmit Rate setting to be 10 Seconds the
Normal Sampling Rate must be set to 10 Seconds or faster. A complete
table of these parameters is shown below.
Baud Rate 76.8K 19.2K 4.8K

(communication range) 500-750 feet 2000-2500 feet 3000 feet
(fastest speed of updates) 1 Second 5 Seconds 20 Seconds
Normal and Abnormal 1 Second or 5 Seconds or 20 Seconds or
Transmit Rates Greater Greater Greater
Normal and Abnormal Equal to Transmit Equal to Transmit Equal to Transmit
Sampling Rates Rate or Less Rate or Less Rate or Less
In order to properly set the Normal Sampling Rate, first determine how
often updates are needed from the Field Unit when the device being moni-
tored is operating normally. You have a selectable range of 1-30 seconds.
Note, however, the more frequently the Field Unit wakes up to check the
Figure 6.2: Incorrect Sampling Rate monitored device, the faster you will use up the battery life of the Field
Unit.
Figure 6.2 is an example of what happens when the Normal Sampling Rate
is too slow for the device being sampled. Notice how the rise in the volt-
age level falls between two normal samples, and thus goes completely
undetected.
Figure 6.3 is an example of what happens when the normal sampling rate
is correctly set for the device that is being monitored. Notice how this set-
ting makes it possible to sample the rise in the voltage level.
Once you have decided on the proper Normal Sampling Rate follow the
Field Unit menu map shown in Figure 6.4 to select this setting. The fac-
tory default is 1 second.
Figure 6.3: Correct Sampling Rate
Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager

An explanation of how to select the Normal Sampling Rate using the
Figure 6.4: Menu Map to Normal Wireless Instrumentation Manager software can be found in section 6.7.
Sampling Rate Setting
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6.3: Selecting the Abnormal The Abnormal Transmission Rate is identical to the Normal Transmis-
sion Rate with one exception. The Abnormal Transmission Rate only ap-
Transmission Rate* plies while the Field Unit is in an Abnormal condition (see Setting Normal
Upper and Lower Values section 6.6). This allows you to increase or de-
crease the frequency of information you receive depending on the operat-
ing conditions of the device being monitored.
NOTE
In order to properly set the Abnormal Transmission Rate, you must first
If you do not need more or less frequent samples
determine how often the Field Unit needs to update its data about the de-
and updates from a Field Unit for a given applica-
tion, then there is no need to complete this section. vice being monitored while in an Abnormal condition. You have a select-
Simply set the Normal Transmission and Sam- able range of 1-10, 15, 20, 40 seconds and 1 minute. Figure 6.5 is an ex-
pling Rates to the desired speeds, and make sure ample of how the device switches transmission rates from Normal Trans-
that the Normal Upper and Lower Values are mission Rate to Abnormal Transmission Rate. Note how the first abnor-
configured to Disabled.
mal transmission is sent immediately when the Normal Upper Value set
point is exceeded. The next transmission will then follow this immediate
transmission by 10 seconds (or whatever the Abnormal Transmission Rate
is set to). The transmissions will continue at this interval until the process
value drops below the Normal Upper Value set point.
Once the process value drops below this set point, another transmission is
made to the Base Radio. The transmissions will then be made at the Nor-
mal Transmission Rate of one minute (or whatever the Normal Transmis-
sion Rate is set to) from the time of the last abnormal transmission.
The user should also note that the transmission time depends on the sam-
pling rate, and when the process variable is sampled. If the Normal Sam-
pling Rate is 30 seconds, then the process variable may be above the Nor-
mal Upper Value for up to 29 seconds before abnormal condition is de-
tected. This means that the transmission could be as late as 29 seconds
after the process variable exceeded the Normal Upper Value.
Figure 6.5: Example of Abnormal
Transmission Rate Setting Once you have decided the proper time for the Abnormal Transmission
Rate follow the Field Unit menu map shown in Figure 6.6.
Figure 6.6: Menu Map to Abnormal Transmission Rate Setting
An explanation of how to select the Abnormal Transmission Rate using
the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software can be found in section
6.7.
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6.4: Selecting the Abnormal The Abnormal Sampling Rate is identical to the Normal Sampling Rate
with one exception. The Abnormal Sampling Rate only applies while the
Sampling Rate* Field Unit is in an Abnormal condition (see Setting Normal Upper and
Lower Values section 6.6). This allows you to increase or decrease the
frequency of information you receive depending on the operating condi-
tions of the device being monitored.
NOTE
In order to properly set the Abnormal Sampling Rate, you must first deter-
If you do not need more or less frequent samples
mine how often the Field Unit needs to update its data while in an Abnor-
and updates from a Field Unit for a given applica-
tion, then there is no need to complete this section. mal condition. You have a selectable range of 1-10, 15, 20, 40 seconds
Simply set the Normal Transmission and Sam- and 1 minute. Figure 6.7 is an example of how the device switches sam-
pling Rates to the desired speeds, and make sure pling methods from Normal Sampling Rates to Abnormal Sampling Rates.
that the Normal Upper and Lower Values are Note how the first abnormal sample is taken a few seconds after the Nor-
configured to Disabled.
mal Upper Value set point is exceeded. The next sample will then follow
this sample by 5 seconds (or whatever the Abnormal Sampling Rate is set
to). These samples will continue at this interval until the process value
drops below the Normal Upper Value set point.
Once the process value drops below this set point the sampling rate will
return to the Normal Sampling Rate. Also, the Abnormal Sampling must
be equal to or faster than the Abnormal Transmission Rate.
The user should also note that the transmission time depends on the sam-
ple rate, and when the process variable is sampled. If the Normal Sam-
pling Rate is 30 seconds, then the process variable may be above the Nor-
mal Upper Value for up to 29 seconds before abnormal condition is de-
tected. This means that the transmission could be as late as 29 seconds
after the process variable exceeded the Normal Upper Value.
Once you have decided the proper time for the Abnormal Sampling Rate
Figure 6.7: Example of Abnormal Sampling follow the Field Unit menu map shown in Figure 6.8.
Rate Setting
Figure 6.8: Menu Map to Abnormal Sampling Rate Setting
An explanation of how to select the Abnormal Sampling Rate using the
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6.5: Setting the Smart Rate The Smart Rate is a feature used to trigger radio transmission of the meas-
ured data sooner than the normal or abnormal rate specified by the user.
Threshold* This feature is used to construct a more accurate graph of the measured
process variable vs. time than is possible with the fixed transmission rates,
while using less battery power.
To configure the Smart Rate Threshold follow the user menu to the
SMART R menu and press the ENTER button. The user is then asked to
enter the amount that the process variable must change since the last data
sample to trigger a new transmission of the process variable.
If the process variable changes by more than the entered Smart Rate
amount within the normal or abnormal sampling rate (whichever is ac-
tive), then the process variable is transmitted immediately. The normal/
abnormal transmit clock is then reset upon this transmission. If no Smart
Rate amount exceeding change takes place in the next normal/abnormal
sample then the next transmission will be the normal/abnormal transmit
rate period.
The amount entered is in the same units as were selected by the user to be
displayed on the Field Unit. If the measured process variable does not
change by more than the entered Smart Rate mount within the time be-
tween the sampling rate (whichever is active), then the process variable is
transmitted on the next transmit rate.
If changes in the process variable, which exceed the Smart Rate Amount,
continue to occur, the process variable is transmitted repeatedly.

Smart Rate should be enabled using the Wireless Instrumentation Manager
software. To do so, enter the configuration menu (See Section 9.2 of the
Wireless Instrumentation Manager User Manual). Once in the configura-
tion menu click on the Sampling Rates tab to bring up the sampling rate
information as shown in Figure 6.9.
To enable the Smart Rate, click the check-box labeled Enable SmartRate
for the correct input. The user will then be allowed to enter a “delta”, or
amount changed, value which will trigger a transmission.
Once a value has been entered, click OK to save and download the con-
figuration changes to the Field Unit.
Figure 6.9: Smart Rate Configuration Using

Wireless Instrumentation Manager
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6.6: Selecting the Normal Each Accutech Field Unit is equipped with an input level upper and lower
value. As the pressure is measured, it is compared to a set threshold value.
Upper and Lower Values* Depending upon the setting of that value, whether it is enabled or not, and
what the time deadband is, the Field Unit will enter an Abnormal condi-
tion as seen in Figure 6.10.
The Normal Upper Value would be an indication that the pressure is

‘high’ and the Normal Lower Value would be an indication that pressure
is ‘low. Thus the normal operating condition for the pressure application
would be found in between the two Normal Values. To configure the val-
ues, follow the Field Unit menu map shown in Figure 6.11.
Figure 6.10: Normal Upper and Lower

Value Example
Figure 6.11: Menu Map to Normal Upper and Lower Value Settings
Figure 6.12: Condition “Chatter” Without
Time Deadband When configuring the Normal Values you will first be prompted to enable
the input. You should only disable an input if it will not be used.
Once an input has been enabled, the user may enter a Normal Upper
Value, Normal Lower Value and the Smart Rate Threshold (see Section
6.5). If, for example, the Normal Upper Value is enabled, the next prompt
you will receive is –XX.XX for the process variable value. Increment this
value to the desired value and press the ENTER button. (The "-" may be
toggled on and off as well).
The final prompt you will receive is the Time Deadband prompt. The
Time Deadband refers to the number of seconds that the measured reading
must stay in a certain condition before, the Field Unit will actually switch
to that condition. To select a proper Time Deadband consider the example
in Figure 6.12. Notice that the Field Unit continues to cycle from Normal
Figure 6.13: Condition “Chatter” Elimina- to Abnormal Conditions due tothe fact that the input value is fluctuating
tion Due to Time Deadband around the 7.5 Volt Normal Upper Value. This is undesired. The addition
of a few second delay before the Field Unit switches conditions will elimi-
nate this “chatter”, as seen in Figure 6.13.
An explanation of how to select the Abnormal Sampling Rate using the
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6.7: Selecting Rates, If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software the Normal
and Abnormal Sampling and Transmission menu options will not be ac-
Thresholds, and Dead- cessible via the Field Unit once the Field Unit detects that the software is
bands via the Software being used (See Appendix A for more details). These settings should be
entered using the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software. To do so,
enter the configuration menu (See Section 9.2 of the Wireless Instrumen-
tation Manager User Manual). Once in the configuration menu click on
the Sampling Rates tab to bring up the sampling rate information, as
shown in Figure 6.14.
To select the Normal Transmission Rate, select one of the time periods
from the drop box. Next, select an Abnormal Transmission Rate in the
same manner. Note that the Normal and Abnormal Transmission Rate can
be the same.
Once the transmission rates have been selected, the user should select the
desired sampling rates. Note that the sampling rate must be equal to or
faster than the associated transmit rate. For example, in Figure 6.14 the
Normal Transmission Rate is set to 10 seconds and the Normal Sampling
Rate is also set to 10 seconds. This is a valid configuration. Another ex-
ample in Figure 6.14 is the Abnormal Transmission Rate being set to 3
seconds and the Abnormal Sampling Rate being set to 1 second.
If the user incorrectly enters the Transmission and Sampling Rates, a mes-
sage will be displayed explaining this to the user. The user will not be
allowed to leave this screen before the setting is corrected.
Figure 6.14: Sampling and Transmission Rate

Selection Using the Software
If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software the Normal
and Normal Upper and Lower Value menu options will not be accessible
via the Field Unit once the Field Unit detects that the software is being
used (See Appendix A for more details). These settings should be entered
using the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software. To do so, enter the
configuration menu (See Section 9.2 of the Wireless Instrumentation Man-
ager User Manual). Once in the configuration menu click on the Sampling
Bands tab to bring up the sampling band information as shown in Figure
6.15.
To set a limit to the normal condition, enable the limit by clicking on the
Use Input X Limit check box. Then enter the value and time deadband
for the limit (for more details see Section 6.6 of this manual).
Figure 6.15: Normal Upper and Lower Value

Selection Using the Software
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Section 7
Configuring the Process Variable

This section helps the user in the selection of engineering units, as well as
discussing the setting of a measurement offset and trimming the process
measurement. The subsections are as follows:
7.1: Selecting Units of Measure
7.2: Zeroing the Sensor
7.3: Setting a Measurement Offset
7.4:Trimming the Measurement (Entering a 22-Point Curve)
7.1: Selecting Units of Measure* The Field Unit can be used in many different types of applications. To
accommodate these various options, there are various engineering units
that can be selected.
Pressure Units Display Characters
Pounds per in2 PSI To select units of measurement, follow the Field Unit menu map shown in
Figure 7.1. The units are listed on the left. The factory default is PSI
Bar BAR
Millibar MBAR
Pascals PASCAL
Kilopascal KPASCAL
Torr TORR
Atmospheres ATMS
Inches of water @ 4°C IN H2O
Inches of Mercury IN HG
Feet of Water FT H2O
Millimeters of Mercury MM HG
Grams / cm2 GM/SQCM
Kilograms / cm2 KG/SQCM Figure 7.1: Menu Map to Units Setting

process variable units should be entered using the Wireless Instrumenta-
tion Manager software. To do so, enter the configuration menu (See Sec-
tion 9.2 of the Wireless Instrumentation Manager User Manual). Once in
the configuration menu click on the General tab to bring up the general
information as shown in Figure 7.2.
To select the units, click the drop down box labeled Input Units. Select
units you wish to use from the available list.
Once a valued has been entered, click OK to save and download the con-
figuration changes to the Field Unit.
Figure 7.2: Units Selection Using Wireless

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7.2: Zeroing the Sensor Once the Field Unit has been placed in operation, the pressure sensor
should be zeroed. To do so, apply a zero pressure condition to the Field
Unit sensor. Then follow the Field Unit menu map below to the P ZERO?
command. Once the correct pressure is applied select YES? and press
ENTER.
NOTE
Zeroing the sensor will cause the Field
Unit to read ‘0’ even if there are Offsets
configured.
Figure 7.3: Menu Map to Sensor Zero Setting
7.3: Setting a Measurement For various applications, the user may wish to display an offset value
rather than the actual value. To enter an offset, navigate to the OFFSET
Offset command, as shown in Figure 7.4, select the desired input to be offset.
Then enter the offset to be added or subtracted from the actual measured
value.
Figure 7.4: Menu Map to Offset Setting
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Section 7: Configuring the Measurement
7.4: Trimming the The Field Unit interface allows the user to set a two point correction curve
for the sensor. This process is often called “trimming” because the dis-
Measurement played value is trimmed up or down to reflect the actual value being ap-
plied.
To set a trim point take the Field Unit offline and navigate to the TRIM
menu, as shown in Figure 7.5, and select input 1. Then select the point you
NOTE wish to enter. Next, you will be asked to enter a value. This should be a
If entering a two-point trim via the NEXT and
known reference value. Once you have entered the applied value, you will
ENTER buttons, Point 2 MUST be greater than be prompted to apply the reference value to the sensor, and then confirm
Point 1 in order for the trim to work properly. the value is being applied via a yes/no prompt.
Figure 7.5 Menu Map to Trim Setting
7.5: Entering a 22-Point Curve If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software, a 22-point
sensor offset curve may be entered for the Field Unit. To do so, enter the
configuration menu (See Section 9.2 of the Wireless Instrumentation Man-
ager User Manual). Once in the configuration menu click on the Sensor
Offset tab to bring up the offset information as shown in Figure 7.6.
Figure 7.6: Setting a 22-Point Curve Using

Wireless Instrumentation Manager
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Accutech8 Wireless Pressure Field Unit User Manual
Maintaining the Field Unit

The Field Unit is extremely easy to maintain in that it requires no periodic
calibration or system checks. The Field Unit has a self diagnostic which is
constantly checking the internal system. If any errors are found they are
reported via the LCD, Base Radio or the software. A simple yearly visual
inspection for the following is all that is needed:
• Is the Field Unit still securely fastened to the equipment be-

ing monitored?
• Are there any visible corrosions, cracks or residue build-ups

on the unit?
• Has anything about the application changed from the original

intended use?
8.1: Changing the Battery The battery will need to be changed within one month of seeing a ‘LOW
BAT’ message on either the Field Unit. This is a simple process:
1. Make sure you have the correct replacement battery:

! Caution !
Explosions may result in death or serious injury.
Accutech model # WI-BAT
Do not remove the instrument cover or open wir- TADIRAN™ Lithium Inorganic Battery (non-rechargeable)
ing housing in explosive atmospheres when power Size “C” – 3.6Volts
and communications are on. Instead, power-down #TL2200/S
the Field Unit and communications, ventilate the
atmosphere as much as possible, then proceed to
open the instrument cover and replace the battery. 2. Power down the Field Unit by pressing and holding both the NEXT
and ENTER buttons for a few moments.
3. Remove the 4 set screws on the sides of the Field Unit housing with
a standard screw driver.
! Warning ! 4. Remove the housing and locate the battery. Warning! When remov-
ing the housing do not twist or bend the green flex cable! Doing so
The replacement battery MUST be a TA-
DIRAN™ Lithium Inorganic Battery (non-
may cause the tether to improperly seat next to the antenna and
rechargeable). Size C—3.6Volts, #TL2200/S. greatly reduce operable RF distances. Do not allow the housing to
Use of a different battery will VOID the intrinsic flop around while hanging by the tether.
safety rating of this device and may result in an
explosion!
5. Remove the old battery and replace it with the new battery positive
end first. Note that the positive end of the battery clip is the end with
the red wire. Putting the battery in backwards will blow a fuse!
6. Plug the green wire tether back in and replace the housing. Then,
! Caution ! screw the housing back on, and power up the unit by pressing either
of the buttons.
When replacing the battery, the positive end of the
battery clip is the end with the red wire. Putting
the battery in backwards will blow a fuse! 7. Properly dispose of used battery.
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Section 9
Technical Specifications
Accuracy
• ± 0.1 % of Full-scale Reading Over Temperature
Stability
• Combined zero and span stability: Less than ± 0.1% of sensor URL per year at 70°F
RF Characteristics
• 902 MHz – 928 MHz Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum, FCC certified ISM li-
cense-free band
• Up to 3000’ range from Base Radio with clear line of sight;
• The RF module in each field unit is individually tested and calibrated over the full
temperature range to ensure reliable wireless operation
Operating Temperature Range

• -40 °F to +185 °F (-40 °C to +85 °C) electronics
• -4 °F to +158 °F (-20 °C to +70 °C) display (full visibility)
• -40 °F to +185 °F (-40 °C to +85 °C) display (with reduced visibility)
Physical Characteristics
• Type 316 Stainless Steel Base and Diaphragm
• Standard ½” MNPT (Other Options Available)
• GE Lexan® Cover. V-0 Rating and UV Stable
Operating Vibration and Shock Characteristics

• Certified per IEC EN00068 2-6 (vibration) and 2-27 (shock)
Random Vibration Characteristics

• Certified to withstand 6 g’s, 15 minutes per Axis from 9 – 500 Hz
Electromagnetic Compatibility (CE Compliance)

• Operates within specification in fields from 80 to 1,000 MHz with Field strengths to
30 V/m. Meets EN 50082-1 general immunity standard and EN 55011 compatibility
emissions standard
Industrial Certification
• Rated for industrial use -40 °F to 185 °F (-40 °C to 85 °C)
• FM NEMA 4X weather-proof housing
• FM rated intrinsically safe for Class I/II/III, Division 1, Groups A,B,C,D,E,F&G;
Class I/II/III, Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D,F&G
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Appendix A
Navigating User Menus

Pressing either the NEXT or ENTER buttons located on the front of the
Field Unit or Base Radio just below the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
screen is all that is needed to navigate the respective menus. Pressing both
of these buttons for one second will turn the unit on.
Pressing the NEXT button at any time while the Field Unit is cycling
through the normal messages causes the Field Unit to enter the setup
mode. The NEXT button is then used to step through menu options, and
the ENTER button is used to enter a sub menu of what is displayed on the
LCD at that time. If no button is pressed within a 30 second period the unit
goes back to the normal display mode.
If you enter a sub menu that requires a numerical input, such as 001, the
left most 0 will be blinking. This indicates that pressing the NEXT button
will increment this value with each press from 0 to 9 and back to 0 again.
Pressing the ENTER button will move to the next available value. If the
last value is blinking, pressing ENTER will save the entered values and
return from the sub menu.
If both the NEXT and ENTER buttons are depressed at once, a message
on the LCD displaying OFF? will appear. If both buttons are released
upon appearance of this message the user will be returned to the scrolling
main screen. If both buttons are not released for the duration of the OFF?
message the unit will ask for a password. Upon entering the password suc-
cessfully, the unit will power down and turn off. Note: If the unit is turned
off while entering values in a sub menu, those values will NOT be saved.
* As shown throughout the document, this mark indicates that these menu
options will automatically turn off if the Wireless Instrumentation Man-
ager Software is used. All changes to these Field Unit menu options
should be made through software instead. This is to prevent simultaneous
changes from taking place. If you wish to discontinue use of the software
and want these menus re-instated, you must contact your Accutech Sales
Representative.
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Appendix B
Field Unit Displayed Message Definitions

This section covers the various messages, displayed on the Field Unit
LCD, that occur during operation of the device.
Operations Sequence
• RF Link Status
⇒ RF OK – Field Unit and Base Radio are communicating
properly
⇒ RF SYNC - Field Unit and Base Radio are attempting to
synchronize communications.
⇒ RF OFF - Field Unit’s RF Channel is set to RF OFF
⇒ NO RF - Field Unit and Base Radio have no communications
• Pressure Input Level
⇒ XXXX.XX – Currently measured Pressure Input level
Error Messages
If an error is detected with the operation of the Field Unit a message will
be displayed on the Field Unit LCD (a corresponding message may also
appear on the Base Radio LCD).
There are few types of error messages, warning and fatal. Warning mes-
sages are displayed as part of the normal cycling message sequence. These
are:
• LOW BAT - battery should be replaced as soon as possible

• NO RF - can not detect Base Radio
• S FAULT - there is an open sensor or excitation wire detected.
Also if a sensor value goes above/below logical limits. The unit will
display 999999.8 for measurement (sensor fault mode); but will con-
tinue sampling and recover if the problem desists.
• OVERRNG - the device is measuring a value above/below sensor
dependent bound values. For example the Analog Input device will
report over-range if measurement is above 100% range of the Analog
Input sensor. If the measurement goes above 150% full range, the unit
will go into Sensor Fault mode. In over-range mode, the measurement
is continued to be displayed, with the "OVERRNG" message to re-
mind the user that the specified range of the sensor and the calibrated
range of the device is being exceeded.
Fatal error messages will replace the normal cycling message sequence
and will flash. A fatal message indicates the Field Unit is no longer operat-
ing normally and requires repair. These are:
• RF ERR - fatal error within RF communications

• SEN ERR - fatal error within the sensor electronics
• SYS ERR - fatal error within the microprocessor system
• RF CAL - fatal error within the RF calibration system
Appendix C
Field Unit Menu Map
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Pressure Field Unit

A Division of Adaptive Instruments Corp.

Pressure Field Unit

! Important Information to the User !

• The antenna is factory installed and MUST NOT be removed or modified by

Adaptive Instruments Corp. reserves the right to update or change this

© Adaptive Instruments Corp., 2005.

Section 1: Introduction ____________________________________ 1

Rev 0605 III

Section 4: General Configuration

Section 5: Configuring the RF Communications

Section 6: Configuring the Sampling and Transmission Rates

Section 7: Configuring the Process Variable

Section 8: Maintaining the Field Unit

Section 9: Technical Specifications

The Field Units communicate in a secure, digital protocol over a band of

To ensure software compatibility, Wireless Instrumentation Manager soft-

1. Place the Field Unit in the desired location of operation.

2. Ground the Field Unit via conduit or bonding strap

• Is the Field Unit set to the above listed settings?

Dimensioned mechanical drawings for aid in mechanical installation are

• The top of the Field Unit should point in an upward fashion.

• All Field Units should maintain an approximate spacing of at

• Only place the Field Unit in ambient operating temperatures

After communications have been established, the Field Unit should be

> > > > > > >

Figure 3.2: Menu Map to RSSI Mode

• 4.8K Baud – between 1 and 4 arrows

Figure 4.1: Field Unit Power-Up and Operations LCD Sequences

Figure 4.2: The Read-Only Sequence

Figure 4.3: Overall Configuration Menu Map

The password is a four-digit password The factory default is 0000. If you

Figure 4.5: Menu Map to Password Setting

If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu

Configuring the RF Communications

The RF Channel can be thought of as a set of

Figure 5.2: Menu Map to Baud Rate Setting

Figure 5.3: Menu Map to RF ID Setting

Configuring the Sampling and Transmission Rates

Figure 6.1: Menu Map to Normal Transmission Rate Setting

Baud Rate 76.8K 19.2K 4.8K

Using Wireless Instrumentation Manager

If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu

Figure 6.6: Menu Map to Abnormal Transmission Rate Setting

Figure 6.8: Menu Map to Abnormal Sampling Rate Setting

If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu

Figure 6.9: Smart Rate Configuration Using

The Normal Upper Value would be an indication that the pressure is

Figure 6.10: Normal Upper and Lower

Figure 6.14: Sampling and Transmission Rate

Figure 6.15: Normal Upper and Lower Value

Configuring the Process Variable

Inches of water @ 4°C IN H2O

Feet of Water FT H2O

Grams / cm2 GM/SQCM

Kilograms / cm2 KG/SQCM Figure 7.1: Menu Map to Units Setting

If you have the Wireless Instrumentation Manager software this menu

Figure 7.2: Units Selection Using Wireless