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- Page 1 IMP Lite NSTRUCTION ANUAL...
- Page 3 ARRANTY AND IABILITY Pulsar Process Measurement Limited guarantee for a period of 2 years from the date of delivery that it will either exchange or repair any part of this product returned to Pulsar Process Measurement Limited if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship, subject to the defect not being due to unfair wear and tear, misuse, modification or alteration, accident, misapplication or negligence.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
........................1 About this Manual ............................1 About the IMP Li t e Level Monitoring System ....................2 Functional Description ..........................2 Product Specification............................3 EU Declaration of Conformity ........................4 ........................5 Unpacking ................................ 5 Power Supply Requirements ........................... 5 Terminal Connections ............................. -
Page 6: About This Manual
IMP Lite Congratulations on your purchase of a Pulsar Level Monitoring System. This quality system has been developed over many years and represents the latest in high technology ultrasonic level measurement and control. It has been designed to give you years of trouble-free performance, and a few minutes spent reading this operating manual will ensure that your installation is as simple as possible. -
Page 7: About The Imp Li T E Level Monitoring System
IMP Li t e About the Level Monitoring System Functional Description IMP Lite level monitoring system is a highly developed ultrasonic level measurement system which provides non-contacting level measurement for a wide variety of applications in both liquids and solids. Easy calibration and maintenance free “fit and forget”... -
Page 8: Product Specification
On-board programming via 4 button keypad and 4 digit LCD display 11 – 30V DC Operating voltage Pulsar Process Measurement Limited operates a policy of constant development and improvement and reserve the right to amend details as necessary. Page3... -
Page 9: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity Page4... -
Page 10: Unpacking
Carefully remove equipment from each carton, checking it against the packing list before discarding any packing material. If there is any shortage or obvious shipping damage to the equipment, report it immediately to Pulsar Process Measurement Limited. Power Supply Requirements IMP Lite operates from a DC supply of 11 –30V and will typically draw... - Page 11 Dimensions IMP Lite The dimensions of the are as shown below. 1.5" BSP/NPT – IMP Lite 3 & 6 2" BSP/NPT – IMP Lite 10 Page6...
- Page 12 Outdoor and Open Vessel Installation IMP Lite can be simply mounted on a bracket, suitable for the application and secured using the thread located at the top of the transducer (2"BSP/NPT). IMP Lite Care should be taken to ensure that the is not installed in direct sunlight, in order to avoid errors in the measurement of ambient temperature.
- Page 13 Standpipe Installations IMP Lite When mounting the to a standpipe care should be taken to ensure that the standpipe is of sufficient diameter with reference to its length, see the table below for details: Dia. (D) Max. Length (L) inches inches When using a standpipe, fixed to the top of a vessel, ensure that the open end of the standpipe is clear of any obstructions such as weld seams, gaskets etc.
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Page 14: Terminal Connections
Cable Entry IMP Lite Series has two M16 cable entries, fitted with a suitable gland, to ensure moisture protection is maintained. Terminal Connection Details Wiring details are also given on the terminals under the access cover. Terminal Connections Terminal 1 + ve: Direct Current (DC) input (11-30VDC) Terminal 2 - ve: Current Output (4-20mA) -
Page 15: Loop Resistance
IMP Lite There are no user serviceable parts inside your if you experience any problems with the unit, then please contact Pulsar Process Measurement for advice. To clean the equipment, wipe with a damp cloth. Do not use any solvents on the enclosure. -
Page 16: Imp Lite
IMP LITE Operating the Controls Display Whilst in the Run Mode, the 4-digit LCD, by default, will display the current level reading in metres, the display will also alternate between the reading and “LOE” when a fault condition (Loss Of Echo) is detected. When in the Program Mode the display is used to read information on the Menu Options and the values entered. -
Page 17: Button Functions
Button Functions There are 4 push buttons located under the display. Their name and functions are as follows: Button Run Mode Program Mode Displays details of unit Used to Navigate out of the Serial No. and Software Menu System and return to Version Run Mode. - Page 18 Using the Menu System The menu system has been designed to make the changing of parameters very simple. Once in the Program Mode the display will show a line of text that displays the menu system. Pressing the Up and Down buttons will scroll the display between the menu items, (as shown below, starting at APP).
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Page 19: Parameter Defaults
Parameter Defaults Factory Defaults Factory Defaults IMP Lite When first installing the , or subsequently moving or using the unit on a new application, before proceeding to program the unit for its intended application it is recommended that you ensure that all parameters are at their default values by completing a Factory Defaults P930, as described in Chapter 5 Parameter Guide. -
Page 20: Imp Lite
IMP LITE IMP Lite This chapter explains how to undertake the various functions of your Where specific parameters are used, consult Parameter Guide in Chapter 5. Setting up Your Application Empty Distance Empty Distance (P105) is the distance from the face of the transducer to the material at the bottom of the vessel. -
Page 21: Setting Security Passcodes
If the device connected to the mA output is out of calibration, and cannot be calibrated, then the low and high current levels can be trimmed by altering P838 (Low Trim) and P839 (High Trim). To do this, simply enter the value that ensures that 4 mA or 20 mA respectively are shown on the remote device. -
Page 22: Resetting Factory Defaults
IMP Lite The RS232 serial interface is used to communicate between the , and a PC using the optional Pulsar IMP PC software, this software is used to IMP Lite obtain information from the so that echo traces can be viewed, parameters can be uploaded, downloaded and saved. - Page 23 This page left blank intentionally Page18...
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Page 24: Parameter Listing
Parameter Listing IMP Lite This chapter describes all of the parameters contained within the Application (APP) Menu P100 Mode of Operation This parameter sets the mode of operation, when in run mode, and can be set to one of the following: Option Description 1= Distance (Default) - Page 25 P106 Span This parameter should be set to the maximum distance from the Empty Level (P105) to the maximum material level. It is automatically set to be equal to the Empty Level (P105) less the Near Blanking distance (P107), when you set the empty level.
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Page 26: Volume (Uol) Menu
Volume (UoL) Menu P600 Vessel Shape This parameter determines which vessel shape is used when utilising “Volume Conversion”. The choices are as shown in the table below, along with the dimensions that are required to be entered (P601-P603). Dimensions Vessel Shape P600 Value Required P600=0 Cylindrical... - Page 27 Dimensions Vessel Shape P600 Value Required Cylinder diameter P600=6 Cylindrical and height of Flat sloped base bottom Width and Breadth P600=7 Rectangular of rectangular Flat sloped base section and height of bottom P600=8 Horizontal Cylinder diameter cylinder with flat ends and tank length Cylinder diameter, P600=9 Horizontal...
- Page 28 P601-P603 Vessel Dimensions These three parameters are used to enter the dimension required to calculate the volume. The dimensions required are as shown below. Vessel Shape P601 P602 P603 P600=0 Cylinder Not Used Not Used Cylindrical Flat base Diameter P600=1 Width of Breadth of Rectangular Flat base...
- Page 29 P605 Volume Units This parameter determines the units that will be used in calculating volume conversion. It is used in conjunction with P607 (maximum volume), please note that there is no provision for the volume unit’s descriptor to be shown on the display.
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Page 30: Display (Disp) Menu
Display (DiSP) Menu P800 Display Units This parameter determines whether the reading displayed is in Measurement Units (P104), or as a percentage of span. Option Description 1 = Measured (Default) Display is in Measurement Units (P104) 2 = Percentage Display is in percentage of span. P801 Decimal Places This parameter determines the number of decimal places on the reading during run mode. -
Page 31: Ma Output (Loop) Menu
mA Output (LOOP) Menu P834 mA Low Level This parameter sets, in Measurement Units (P104), the value of ‘level’, ‘distance’ or ‘space’, depending on the selected Mode of Operation (P100), at which 4mA will occur. P835 mA High Level This parameter sets, in Measurement Units (P104), the value of ‘level’, ‘distance’... -
Page 32: Compensation (Cop) Menu
Compensation (CoP) Menu P851 Measurement Offset The value of this parameter is added to the measured distance, in Measurement Units (P104). This Offset will be added to the level, as derived from the transducer, and will affect everything including the reading on the display, the relay setpoints and the mA output. - Page 33 P860 Sound Velocity This option allows for the velocity of sound to be changed according to the atmosphere the transducer is operating in. By default, the velocity is set for 342.72m/sec which is the speed of sound travelling in air at a temperature of The table below gives details of the velocity of sound in various gaseous atmospheres In all cases the velocity indicated is that in a 100% gaseous atmosphere at 0...
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Page 34: Stability (Sta) Menu
System (SyS1) Menu The following three parameters do not affect how the unit performs, but details, contained in them, may be required, by Pulsar, when making technical enquiries. P921 Enable Code Enables the passcode (P922), which means the passcode must be entered to go into program mode. -
Page 35: Test (Test) Menu
P930 Factory Defaults This parameter resets all parameter values to the original Factory Set values that were installed when the unit was tested, before despatch to you. To reset parameters, enter 1 and press ENTER, all parameters, with the exception of the mA trims, will be restored to the factory settings (including the DATEM trace) and on completion Stor (Store) will be displayed after which you can ESC out of this parameter and continue programming the Lite... - Page 36 This section describes many common symptoms, with suggestions as to what to do. Symptom What to Do Display blank, transducer not Check power supply firing. Display shows “L0E”. No valid echo being received and unit has gone into fault condition. Check material level is not out of range, sensor is perpendicular to material surface.
- Page 37 Incorrect disposal can cause adverse effects to the environment. Dispose of the device components and packaging material in accordance with regional environmental regulations including regulations for electrical \ electronic products. Transducers Remove power, disconnect the Transducer, cut off the electrical cable and dispose of cable and Transducer in accordance with regional environmental regulations for electrical \ electronic products.
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