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AQ M-TECH D72 - User Manual

AQ M-TECH D72
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Ultrasound Controller
Manual
AQ M-Tech AB

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AQ M-TECH D72 Specifications

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BrandAQ M-TECH
ModelD72
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer Declaration of Conformity

Declares compliance with standards like EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4, EN55011, WEEE, RoHS.

Limited Warranty

One-year warranty for defects in materials or workmanship from date of purchase.

Warning

Intended use with AQ M-Tech sensors; no responsibility for damage from other sensors.

Certificate of Quality and Function

Guarantees passed function and quality tests.

Manufacturer Contact Information

Contact details for AQ M-Tech AB.

Introduction to Ultrasound Controller

Ultrasound Controller Overview and Modes

Explains function and four modes: Air, Level Switch, Level, Gel Distance.

Installing Ultrasound Controller D72;G72

Mounting instructions on DIN-rail, protection from elements.

Installing Ultrasound Controller DP72;GP72

Mounting instructions on DIN-rail, protection from elements.

Installing Ultrasound Controller D128;G128

Installation for IP65 protected units, including bottom plate and glands.

Navigating the Menu System

Sensor Mode Selection and Start-Screen

How to select sensor modes and navigate menus.

Electric Noise and Interference Management

Grounding and Sensor Cable Practices

Guidelines for proper grounding and cable shielding to minimize noise.

Mitigating Noise from Variable Frequency Drives

Reducing VFD-generated noise using common mode filters.

Ex-Installation with Ex-Barriers

Ex-Barrier Shielding Requirements

Requirement for Ex-barrier shields to connect sensor cable shields to ground.

Air Sensor Mode Operation

Air Sensor Quick Start Guide

Step-by-step setup for Air Sensor mode.

Air Sensor Functional Description

How the sensor detects bubbles using ultrasound.

Air Sensor Orientation Guidelines

Importance of sensor orientation for bubble detection accuracy.

Connecting the Air Sensor

Cable length, shielding, and terminal connections.

Connecting Air Sensor Ex via Ex-barrier

Specific connections for Ex models using safety barriers.

Setting Lowest Bubble Sensitivity

Adjusting FILTER and SENSITIVITY for optimal bubble detection.

Air Sensor Settings: Type, Diameter, Sensitivity

Configuration of sensor type, diameter, and bubble sensitivity.

Air Sensor Settings: Filter, Frequency, Relays

Configuration of filter time, ultrasound frequency, and relay actions.

Air Sensor Settings: mA Output and Advanced Options

mA output assignment and access to advanced settings.

Air Sensor Start-Screen Overview

Description of the initial display and diagnostic information.

Advanced Air Sensor Settings

Access to mode selection, simulation, and factory reset.

Air Sensor Calibration Process

Procedure for calibrating the sensor with air and liquid.

Air Sensor Show Data and Validation

Using SHOW DATA for validation of calibration.

Calibration Data and Normal Measurement

Details on NLiq and NAir values from calibration.

Very Low Sensitivity Data Analysis

Display of VLdata and VLthld for low sensitivity.

Auxiliary Data for Troubleshooting

Unprocessed data for troubleshooting.

Air Sensor Troubleshooting Guide

Common errors and their solutions.

Air Sensor Troubleshooting: Error Codes

Detailed explanation of error codes err3, err4, SetErr.

Level Switch Mode Operation

Level Switch Quick Start Guide

Step-by-step setup for Level Switch mode.

Connecting the Level Switch

Cable length, shielding, and terminal connections.

Level Switch Types and Measurement Techniques

Explains Echo and WR techniques and switch compatibility.

Echo Technique for Level Sensing

How the Echo technique works.

WR Technique for Level Sensing

How the WR technique works.

Dual Technique for Level Switch MK

Details on the Dual technique.

Mounting the Level Switch

General mounting advice for ultrasound connection.

Mounting Level Switch MK

Specific mounting for MK model.

Mounting Level Switch KS;KSF;RS;RSF;CF;LS;LSF

Mounting for other models using sealant.

Sound Absorbing Tape for Containers

Using tape on steel/glass containers for better measurements.

Level Switch Start-Screen

Overview of the initial display.

Level Switch Settings

Configuration of Type, Technique, Distance, Filter, Frequency, Relays.

Container with Jacket Considerations

Special case for jacketed containers.

Level Switch Calibration Procedure

Steps for calibrating with air and liquid.

Advanced Level Switch Settings

Access to advanced options.

Sound Velocity and Level Switch Interaction

How liquid sound velocity affects readings.

Level Switch Measurement Reliability

Factors affecting reliability.

Level Switch Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions.

Level Sensor Mode Operation

Level Sensor Quick Start Guide

Step-by-step setup for Level Sensor mode.

Level Sensor Functional Description

How sensors measure continuous liquid level.

Connecting the Level Sensor

Cable details and connections.

Mounting Level Sensor for Level and Velocity

Sensor mounting considering wall thickness.

Mounting the Velocity Sensor

Specifics for mounting the velocity sensor.

Installing Sensor on Non-Horizontal Bottom

Mounting on uneven surfaces.

Container Top Impact on Echo

How container top shape affects echo.

Level Sensor Start-Screen

Overview of the initial display.

Level Sensor Settings

Configuration of Range, Offset, WR threshold, etc.

Level Sensor Calibration Procedure

Steps for calibrating with liquid and air.

Level Sensor Show Data

Viewing measured and calibrated data.

Advanced Level Sensor Settings

Access to advanced options.

Level Sensor Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions.

Gel Distance Mode Operation

Gel Distance Quick Start Guide

Step-by-step setup for Gel Distance mode.

Gel Distance Functional Description

How the sensor measures distance to the gelbed.

Connecting the Gel Distance Sensor

Cable details and connections.

Gel Distance Start-Screen

Overview of the initial display.

Gel Distance Sensor Settings

Configuration of distance, velocity, and relays.

Gel Distance Calibration

Procedure for calibrating with liquid.

Gel Distance Show Data

Viewing measured and calibrated data.

Advanced Gel Distance Settings

Access to advanced options.

Gel Distance Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions.

Gel Sensor Mode Operation

Gel Sensor Quick Start Guide

Step-by-step setup for Gel Sensor mode.

Connecting the Gel Sensor

Connecting GF90 or Level Switch KS/QS.

Measuring Gel Concentration

How gel concentration is measured via attenuation.

Gel Measurement Technique

Discusses echo-technique and WR technique.

Mounting the Level Switch for Gel Sensor

How to mount switches for gel sensing.

Gel Sensor Start-Screen

Overview of the initial display.

Gel Sensor Settings

Configuration of Type, Echo-Distance, Gel-Type, Frequency, Relays, etc.

Gel Sensor Calibration

Procedure for calibrating with liquid.

Gel Sensor Show Data

Viewing data like Gelconc%, Relativ Signal%.

Advanced Gel Sensor Settings

Access to advanced options.

Gel Sensor Troubleshooting Guide

Common issues and solutions.

Profibus DP Communication

Connecting to Profibus Network

How to connect the controller to Profibus.

Profibus DP Parameters Configuration

Setting Bitrate, Address, Parameter Access, Control.

Profibus Status Symbols Explained

Interpreting the status symbols.

Profibus Request Data Protocol

How data is requested and calibration initiated.

Profibus Response Data Interpretation

Understanding the controller's response data.

Profibus Troubleshooting Guide

Troubleshooting Profibus communication issues.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Settings Overview

Air Sensor Mode Parameter Settings

Table of parameters for Air Sensor mode.

Level Switch Mode Parameter Settings

Table of parameters for Level Switch mode.

Level Sensor Mode Parameter Settings

Table of parameters for Level Sensor mode.

Gel Distance Sensor Mode Parameters

Table of parameters for Gel Distance mode.

Gel Sensor Mode Parameter Settings

Table of parameters for Gel Sensor mode.

Profibus Parameter Settings

Table of parameters for Profibus communication.

Software Version History