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General| Brand | Plum |
|---|---|
| Model | MacBAT 5 |
| Category | Media Converter |
| Language | English |
This user guide explains the installation, configuration, supervision, and maintenance of the MacBAT 5.
Definitions of terms used in the document, covering device, software, and components.
Lists related documents for understanding MacBAT 5 operation and maintenance.
Essential safety guidelines for using the MacBAT 5 device and its features.
Specific safety regulations for devices equipped with GSM or NFC communication interfaces.
MacBAT 5 is the Electronic Volume Conversion device designed to work with diaphragm, rotary, turbine, ultrasonic gas meter.
MacBAT 5 can be assembled in two versions of housing, with various types of pressure sensors.
Covers approvals, dimensions, environmental conditions, and overall specifications of the device.
Details on primary/secondary pressure sensors and temperature sensor types and variants.
Information on base conditions and algorithms for gas composition calculation.
Accuracy specifications for pressure and temperature sensors at different operating ranges.
Electrical parameters for external power supply, communication ports, sensors, and outputs.
Description of notification labels on the device for MID conformity and general information.
Details on ATEX labels for polycarbonate and aluminium housing variants.
Information on seals to ensure device integrity, warranty, and quality.
Identification of key components on the device: display, keypad, ports, and nameplates.
Physical dimensions and diagrams for polycarbonate and aluminium housing variants.
Required tools and their purpose for the correct installation process.
Procedure for installing a SIM card in the device, if equipped with a modem.
Instructions for mounting the device using a dedicated mounting plate on a gas pipe.
Specific installation methods for the EVC when using an external pressure sensor.
Guidelines for preparing and connecting wires, including cable types and specifications.
Details on connecting circuits using terminals and ensuring proper wire crimping and insertion.
Procedure for connecting signals from the gas meter to the device terminals.
Connecting the INT-S3 barrier for power supply and communication with the device.
Instructions for connecting external modules like EM-1 and EM-2 to the device.
Example connections for peripherals such as sensors, gas meters, and control cabinets.
Steps for initial device startup, including battery divider removal and time/date setting.
Options for device modification using passwords and internal lock switches.
Description of user privileges: Producer, Metrologist, Administrator, Customer, Reader, Basic.
Operation of the device using the front panel keypad, differentiating between variants.
Explanation of status icons displayed on the device screen for various functions and states.
Guide to navigating the device's graphics-text menu for configuration and data review.
Configuration of power supply modes: BATT (battery) and FULL (external power supply).
Setting up pulse inputs for gas meter connection, including available input types.
Procedure for configuring encoder input for uninterruptible communication with the gas meter.
Adjusting the data registration period and setting gas day/month start times.
Setting gas composition and choosing algorithms for compressibility factor calculation.
Procedure for setting simplified or full gas composition for calculations via keyboard or software.
Setting the measurement counter (Vm) value and pulse factor for the gas meter.
Configuring operational limits for pressure, temperature, flow rate, and conversion factor.
Setting substitute values for pressure and temperature during error conditions for PTZ calculation.
Configuring the functionality of digital inputs, including polarity and description.
Configuring digital outputs for binary, counter, or frequency modes.
Configuring transmission ports (COM1, COM2, Optical) and their parameters like baudrate and address.
Configuration of modem parameters including PIN, APN, and work modes (Schedules, Online).
Recommended steps after installation and configuration for security and integrity.
Reviewing registered data from the device display, including peak, periodic, hourly, and daily data.
Viewing and managing alarms and events logged by the device.
Using the ConfIT! software for device configuration, diagnostics, and firmware upgrades.
Procedure for searching and connecting to the device using the ConfIT! software.
Overview of the ConfIT! software interface, including tabs, categories, and parameter views.
Essential parameters for basic device operation after the initial installation.
Determining the input type for collecting pulses from the gas meter and increasing the Vm counter.
Choosing calculation algorithms and setting gas composition parameters in the software.
Setting COM ports baudrate and address for data transmission via the software interface.
Configuring operational limits via the software interface, mirroring keyboard settings.
Software-based configuration of digital input functionality, including polarity and description.
Software-based configuration of digital output modes: binary, counter, and frequency.
Configuring modem settings through the software interface for various operational modes.
General settings for PULL mode modem configuration, excluding schedule-specific parameters.
Overview of configuring up to nine schedules for modem operation, which can be enabled or disabled.
Detailed example of setting up a schedule, including name, start date, time, and repetition.
Configuring APN credentials required for schedule execution and network communication.
Configuring FTP settings to send reports to a server, including address and user credentials.
Summary of a sample configured schedule, outlining its execution details and requirements.
Procedure for testing the configured modem schedule for proper functionality and execution.
Monitoring the modem's connection status and actions performed during session establishment.
Logging and identifying errors encountered during modem connection attempts.
Adjusting the device's internal clock and synchronizing it with computer or network time.
Reading and saving historical data from the device, including periodic, hourly, and monthly archives.
Uploading new firmware versions, Modbus maps, or menu maps to the device.
Configuring the device using a mobile application via Bluetooth or NFC.
Overview of the mobile application's interface, categories, and parameter grouping.
Modifying device parameters through the mobile app, with guidance on saving changes and error handling.
Details on the backup battery's specifications and its function in keeping settings and clock operational.
Specifications and replacement procedures for the device's main batteries.
Procedure for confirming device alarms periodically to maintain MID conformity and proper event handling.
Common device malfunctions, their potential reasons, and suggested solutions for resolution.
Comprehensive list of device alarms, including codes, names, and descriptions of appearing conditions.
Description of EM-1 and EM-2 modules for extending device functionality with inputs and outputs.
Information on intrinsically safe barriers and wireless communication interfaces for data readout.
