NIVELCO MicroTREK - Summary of User Functions in PCSTAR 2 (F2 - Configuration)

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5.1.2 SUMMARY OF USER FUNCTIONS IN PCSTAR 2 (F2 – CONFIGURATION)
The table below provides an overview of all parameters that can be set
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nt he configuration menu using F2 in PCSTAR2. Default values are in bold type
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nt he “Input
Range” column.
Function Input Range Description
1.0.0 Operation
1.1.0 Basic parameters
Enter 0 … 60 000 mm or
0 … 197 ft.
1.1.1 Tank height
As per order
The tank height forms the basis for calculating level measurements and for the relevant
current output.
It is defined as the distance between the lower flange surface and the reference point at the
bottom of the tank. The output unit is determined via Fct. 1.2.4.: Length Unit. The set tank
height is the upper limit for Fct. 1.3.4: Scale I1 max
Note: the device will not measure beyond the programmed probe length if the current output
is configured to measure distance or level .
1.1.2 Dead zone Fct.1.5.1
Enter a value
Fct.1.5.1
(Detection delay) … probe length.
Warning:
Critical Parameter
„Minimum measuring distance”
As probe technical data table
The dead zone is the minimum measuring distance from the process connection (reference
point) to the surface of the product. So as not to impair measurement accuracy, the minimum
values given in Section 5.2.3 should be adhered to.
The current output can’t go inside the dead zone.
The output unit is set via Fct. 1.2.4: Length Unit
1 … 100 s. 1.1.3 Time constant
5 s
This function filters possible signal fluctuations when the tank is turbulent.
Minimum 100 mm
Maximum 24 000 mm
1.1.6 Probe length
Ordered length + 100mm
Set probe length + 100mm.
This value should be modified when the probe has been replaced or shortened (cable
probes).
The output unit is set via Fct. 1.2.4 Length Unit.
With an empty tank, using the function F11 in the “Dynamic Configuration” menu
an automatic search for the probe tip can be carried out to update the parameter.
The value determines simultaneously:
- the minimum value of the tank height, Fct. 1.1.1
- the maximum setting range for the dead zone,
Fct. 1.1.2.
Probe length may be set greater than tank height but less than 24 000 mm for special
installations.