Hitech Nivelco Nivocap C-200

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Summary

1. INTRODUCTION

APPLICATION

Explains how the active probe and vessel wall form a capacitor for level measurement.

VOLUME AND WEIGHT MEASUREMENT

Details the unit's capability to measure and transmit volume or weight using tank shapes.

LINEARISATION

Describes the 32-point feature for assigning calibrated values to measured levels.

2. ORDER CODE

3. TECHNICAL DATA

3.1. ADDITIONAL DATA FOR EX MODELS

Provides specific data for intrinsically safe (EX) models, including markings and safety parameters.

3.2. CONDITIONS OF EX APPLICATION

Outlines the requirements for using the unit in intrinsically safe (EX) applications, including power supply and grounding.

3.3. SAP-202 DISPLAY MODULE

Details the specifications of the SAP-202 display module, including its display type and enclosure.

3.4. DIMENSIONS

Presents dimensional drawings and specifications for different NIVOCAP probe types.

3.5. ACCESSORIES

Lists available accessories for the NIVOCAP unit, such as HART modem and display module.

3.6. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

States that the unit requires no regular maintenance and outlines the procedure for repairs.

4. INSTALLATION

4.1. MOUNTING AND WIRING

Describes how to mount the probe vertically and connect wiring for the NIVOCAP transmitter.

4.2. CHECKING OF THE LOOP CURRENT

Explains how to measure the loop current using a voltage measuring instrument.

5. PROGRAMMING

5.1. PROGRAMMING WITHOUT DISPLAY MODULE

Explains how to program basic parameters using physical keys without a display module.

5.2. PROGRAMMING WITH THE SAP-202 DISPLAY MODULE

Introduces programming using the SAP-202 display module, covering Quickset and full parameter modes.

5.2.1 SAP-202 DISPLAY MODULE

5.2.2 STEPS OF THE PROGRAMMING

5.2.3 INDICATIONS OF THE SAP-202 PROGRAMMING MODULE AND THE LEDS

5.2.4 QUICKSET

5.2.5 FULL PARAMETER PROGRAMMING

6. PARAMETERS - DEFINITIONS AND PROGRAMMING

6.1. MEASUREMENT CONFIGURATION

Covers setting up measurement parameters, including operating mode and engineering units.

6.2. CURRENT OUTPUT

Defines how 4 mA and 20 mA outputs are assigned to minimum and maximum levels.

6.3. MEASUREMENT OPTIMALISATION

Explains how to adjust damping to reduce fluctuations in display and output readings.

6.4. VOLUME MEASUREMENT

Details parameters for configuring tank shapes for volume measurement calculations.

6.5. 32-POINT LINEARISATION

Describes the process of programming 32 data pairs for linearisation of level or volume measurements.

6.6. SERVICE PARAMETERS (READ ONLY)

Lists service parameters that are read-only, such as operating hours.

6.7. TEST PARAMETERS

Explains how to perform a current output test to verify the transmitter's output signal.

6.8. SIMULATION

Describes the simulation function for testing output settings with static or continuous level changes.

6.9. ACCESS LOCK

Explains how to lock programming with a secret code to prevent unauthorized changes.

7. ERROR CODES

8. SUMMARY OF THE PARAMETERS