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PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 3

General Information

Table of Contents

Table of ContentsTable of Contents

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General Information

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General Information ................................

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The Manual......................................................................................................................................7

IQ Radar 300.....................................................................................................................................8

IQ Radar 300 Applications............................................................................................................8

IQ Radar 300 Approvals and Certificates...........................................................................................8

IQ Radar 300 Communication Systems ....................................................................................9

Optional SmartLinx® cards.....................................................................................................................9

Specifications

SpecificationsSpecifications

Specifications ................................

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IQ Radar 300...................................................................................................................................11

Installation

InstallationInstallation

Installation................................

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Location...........................................................................................................................................15

Dimensions: IQ Radar 300 with Rod Antenna.......................................................................16

Dimensions: Threaded Rod .......................................................................................................17

Dimensions: Horn .........................................................................................................................18

Dimensions: Waveguide Extension.........................................................................................19

Dimensions: Sanitary Horn........................................................................................................20

Dimensions: Sanitary Rod..........................................................................................................21

Dimensions: Waveguide.............................................................................................................22

Dimensions: Flanges ...................................................................................................................23

Mounting.........................................................................................................................................24

Threaded Rod Antenna........................................................................................................................ 25

Rod Assembly................................................................................................................................26

Rod Extension Requirements............................................................................................................. 26

Mounting: Rod Assembly ...........................................................................................................27

Mounting: Manhole Covers.......................................................................................................28

Mounting: Horn Antennas..........................................................................................................28

Mounting: Waveguide Antenna...............................................................................................29

Mounting: Stillpipe or Sidepipe ................................................................................................30

Smoothness ............................................................................................................................................ 30

Mounting: Horn with Waveguide Extensions.......................................................................31

Mounting: Sanitary Mounting...................................................................................................31

Mounting: Location ......................................................................................................................32

Polarization Effect ................................................................................................................................. 32

False Reflections ................................................................................................................................... 32

Interconnection

InterconnectionInterconnection

Interconnection ................................

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IQ Radar 300 Terminal Block.............................................................................................................. 33

IQ Radar 300 Wiring.............................................................................................................................. 34

Communications Installation.....................................................................................................35

Wiring Guidelines.................................................................................................................................. 35

Port 1: RS-485 ......................................................................................................................................... 35

Port Configuration................................................................................................................................. 36

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Start Up

Start UpStart Up

Start Up................................

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Overview.........................................................................................................................................37

Run Mode Display ................................................................................................................................. 37

Program Mode Display........................................................................................................................ 37

Programming .......................................................................................................................................... 38

Local Programming............................................................................................................................... 39

Operation

OperationOperation

Operation

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Overview.........................................................................................................................................45

Transceiver ....................................................................................................................................45

Loss of Echo...................................................................................................................................46

Blanking ..........................................................................................................................................46

Analog Output................................................................................................................................47

Programming .......................................................................................................................................... 47

Run............................................................................................................................................................. 47

Volume...................................................................................................................................................... 48

Fail-Safe ................................................................................................................................................... 48

Run/Program..................................................................................................................................48

Application Examples

Application ExamplesApplication Examples

Application Examples................................

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Application Example: Asphalt in Storage Tank....................................................................49

Application Example: Horizontal Tank with Volume...........................................................50

Application Example: Juice Batch Tank with Sanitary Horn Antenna..........................51

Application Example: Sliding Waveguide on Anaerobic Digesters ...............................52

Application Example: Stillpipe...................................................................................................53

Parameter Descriptions

Parameter DescriptionsParameter Descriptions

Parameter Descriptions ................................

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Quick Start Parameters (P001 to P007) ...........................................................................................55

Volume Parameters (P050 to P053) .................................................................................................. 57

Display and Reading Parameters (P060 to P063) ......................................................................... 61

Fail-Safe Parameters (P070 to P072) ............................................................................................... 62

mA Parameters (P200 to P219) .......................................................................................................... 62

Independent mA Setpoints Parameters (P210 and P211) .......................................................... 63

Profile Record Parameters (P330 to P337) ..................................................................................... 64

Auto Record ON and OFF Setpoint Parameters (P334 to P337) ............................................... 66

Installation Records Parameter ........................................................................................................ 67

Range Calibration Parameters .......................................................................................................... 67

Rate Parameters.................................................................................................................................... 68

Measurement Verification Parameters .......................................................................................... 70

Communication Parameters............................................................................................................... 72

Echo Processing Parameters ............................................................................................................ 74

Algorithm Parameters.......................................................................................................................... 75

TVT Adjustment Parameters.............................................................................................................. 76

P837 Auto Near TVT ............................................................................................................................. 78

Test Parameters .................................................................................................................................... 78

Communications: Modbus Register Map

Communications: Modbus Register MapCommunications: Modbus Register Map

Communications: Modbus Register Map ................................

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Product ID (R40,064).....................................................................................................................81

Point Data (R41,010 – R41,031)..................................................................................................81

Input/Output (R41,070 – R41,143)..............................................................................................82

mA Output (R41,110).............................................................................................................................. 82

Parameter Access (R43,997 – R46,999) ..................................................................................82

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Format Word (R43,997)................................................................................................................83

Primary Index (P43,999) and Secondary Index (P43,998) ..................................................83

Reading Parameters............................................................................................................................. 83

Writing Parameters .............................................................................................................................. 84

Communications: Data Types

Communications: Data TypesCommunications: Data Types

Communications: Data Types ................................

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Numeric Values ............................................................................................................................85

Split Values ....................................................................................................................................85

Text Messages..............................................................................................................................86

Error Handling

Error HandlingError Handling

Error Handling ................................

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Modbus Responses .....................................................................................................................87

Error Handling ...............................................................................................................................87

Troubleshooting

TroubleshootingTroubleshooting

Troubleshooting ................................

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Communication Troubleshooting.............................................................................................89

Generally.................................................................................................................................................. 89

Specifically=89

Operation Troubleshooting........................................................................................................91

Maintenance

MaintenanceMaintenance

Maintenance

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Appendix I

Appendix IAppendix I

Appendix I ................................

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Alphabetical Parameter List......................................................................................................93

Appendix II

Appendix IIAppendix II

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Appendix III

Appendix IIIAppendix III

Appendix III ................................

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Single Parameter Access (SPA) ..............................................................................................97

Reading Parameters....................................................................................................................97

Writing Parameters .....................................................................................................................98

Format Register.............................................................................................................................98

Error Codes ....................................................................................................................................99

Appendix IV

Appendix IVAppendix IV

Appendix IV................................

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Temperature De-rating .............................................................................................................101

Rod Antenna ANSI Hole Pattern, 150#, ................................................................................102

Rod Antenna DN Hole Pattern, PN169, 10 ...............................................................................102

Rod Antenna Threaded Connection......................................................................................103

Rod Antenna Sanitary Connection ........................................................................................103

Horn Antenna or Wave Guide – ANSI Hole Pattern, 150#..............................................104

Horn Antenna or Wave Guide DN Hole Pattern, PN1612 .................................................104

Horn Antenna Sanitary Connection ......................................................................................105

Appendix V

Appendix VAppendix V

Appendix V ................................

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BZT Approval – English ............................................................................................................107

BZT Approval – German Original Text .................................................................................108

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The Manual

Refer to this manual for proper installation and operation of your IQ Radar 300. The

margin tabs denote the sections, and each section presents IQ 300 features. Please read

all sections before operating the IQ 300.

Installation: Installing the IQ 300 and the interconnection instructions.

Start-up

Start-upStart-up

Start-up: Operating the keypad, programming the unit, and reading the

display.

Operation:

::: IQ 300 operating instructions.

Applications: Application examples and practical use.

Parameters: Available parameters and a description of function and use.

Please read this section and familiarize yourself with the

parameters available to you and get your IQ 300 working to its

fullest.

Communications: Configure communication settings.

Troubleshooting: Responses to common installation and application problems.

Appendices: An alphabetical cross-reference of the parameters and their

numbers, a record sheet for jotting down parameter values, a

Temperature De-rating Chart, and a list of approvals and

certificates.

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IQ Radar 300

The IQ Radar 300 is to be used only in the manner outlined in this manual.

IQ 300 is a versatile process level monitoring instrument using advanced pulse radar

techniques. The unit consists of an electronic component coupled to the antenna and

process connection.

This device can handle virtually all of your pump control and level monitoring needs,

often replacing expensive PLCs and integrating into a SCADA system for a fraction of

the cost of competitive systems.

IQ Radar 300 Applications

• liquids, slurries

• process temperatures up to 200°C

• vacuum and pressurized vessels

IQ Radar 300 Approvals and Certificates

• safety and radio

• hazardous area

Note: See Specifications on page 11 for an approvals listing and Appendix V on page

107 for approvals documentation.

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IQ Radar 300 Communication Systems

The IQ Radar 300 is a level monitoring instrument using advanced pulse radar

techniques that communicates component and system status to a Supervisory Control

and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.. [graphic will be revised]

The standard IQ 300 supports Modbus communications on board and Hear and Profibus

PA via add-on cards.

Dolphin

Dolphin is a proprietary Milltronics protocol designed to be used with Dolphin Plus. For

more information on Dolphin Plus, or to obtain a copy of the software, contact your

Milltronics representative.

Modbus

Modbus is an industry standard protocol used by SCADA and HMI systems, and uses the

IQ Radar 300’s RS-232 ports to communicate. For a description of the Modbus protocol,

contact your local Schneider representative.

Optional SmartLinx®Cards

The standard IQ Radar 300 unit may also be enhanced with Milltronics’ SmartLinx®

communication modules that interface with popular industrial communication systems.

This manual only describes the built-in communications. For more information on

SmartLinx, please consult the appropriate SmartLinx manual.

radio modem

IQ 300

unit

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Specifications

Milltronics makes every attempt to ensure the accuracy of these specifications but

reserves the right to change them at any time. Contact your Milltronics representative

for the most recent specifications.

IQ Radar 300

Power:

• 100/115/200/230 ±15% V ac1, 50/60 Hz, 15 VA

Fuse:

• FU1, 2AG type, slow blow, .25 A, 250V

Interface:

• analog output: optically-isolated 0/4-20 mA into 750 Ω max, 0.02

mA resolution

• Dolphin/RS-485 link: refer to Dolphin Plus product specification

• programmer link: infrared receiver (refer to Programmer

specification on page 13)

• display (local): backlit, alphanumeric, and multi-graphic liquid

crystal for readout and entry

Performance:

• frequency: 5.8 GHz (U.S.A. 6.3 GHz)

• accuracy at 20° C: better than ±0.3% of range from 1 to 15m

• temperature drift: <±0.5% of range from –40 to 60° C (-40 to 392° F)

• measuring range: 0.4m to 15m

• repeatability: ± 10mm

• fail-safe: mA programmable high, low or hold upon LOE

condition

Mechanical:

Process Connections (Please refer to Appendix IV) for pressure/temperature limitations.)

• flat faced flanges: 316 stainless steel, 2”, 3”, 4”, 50mm, 80mm,

100mm. Bolt hole pattern to ANSI and DIN

types.

• threaded connection: 316 stainless steel, 1-1/2” or 2”, NPT, BSP

• sanitary connection: 316 stainless steel, 2”, 3”, or 4” tri-clamp

1 Factory set – see device nameplate.

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Specifications

Antennas:

• dielectric rod: Teflon®2 (PTFE)

Ultra-high molecular weight Polyethylene

(UHMW-PE3)

Length 41cm (16.3”), including integral gasket

• horn: 316 stainless steel

diameters 100mm (4”), 150mm (6”),

200mm (8”)

emitter cone PTFE or UHMW-PE4

waveguide extensions optional

• waveguide: 316 stainless steel

emitter cone PTFE or UHMW-PE4

Sanitary Antennas (FDA approved materials):

• dielectric rod: one piece UHMW-PE4, optional PTFE

2”, 3”, 4” tri-clamp connection

• horn: 304 stainless steel (316 special order)

horn with integral 4” tri-clamp

connection PTFE emitter

Enclosure (electronic):

• construction: aluminum, epoxy coated

• conduit: 2 x 1/2" NPT or PG 16 entry

• ingress protection: Type 6 / NEMA 6, IP-67

Weight:

• 6.5 kg (14.3 lb) with 2"/150 psi flange

• weight will vary with flange size and rating

Environmental:

• location: indoor/outdoor

• altitude: 2000m max

• ambient temperature: -40 to 60° C (-40 to 140° F)4

• relative humidity: suitable for outdoor (Type 6/NEMA 6/IP 67

enclosure)

• installation category: II

• pollution degree: 4

Process

• material dielectric: εr > 1.8

For εr < 3, you should use a waveguide antenna

or stillpipe. (See Mounting: Waveguide Antenna

on page 29 or Mounting: Stillpipe or Sidepipe on

page 30.)

2 Teflon is a registered trademark of Du Pont.

3 Not available for CENELEC EEx approval.

4 See Temperature De-rating on page 97 and Approvals on page 13.

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Specifications

• temperature: UHMW-PE -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F)

PTFE -40 to 200°C (-40 to 392°F)5

• pressure (vessel): dependant on process connection type and

temperature. Refer to Appendix IV on page 101

for charts.

Approvals (refer to device nameplate)

• safety: CSANRTL/C, CE, FM

• radio: BAPT, Industry Canada, FCC

Hazardous areas:

• IQ Radar 300: Cenelec/Sira6, EEx de IIB+H2 T6 (Note: antenna

may be used in Zone 0 environments).

FM (USA) Class I, Div 1, Group A, B, C, D. Class

II/III, Div. 1, Group E, F, G(Class I, Zone 1 IIC T6)

CSA Class I/II, Div. 1, Group B, C, D, E,F, G.CE,

CSANRTL/C FM (non-hazardous)

Canadian Registration Number (CRN) for pressure fittings:7

• Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta: OF6494.512

• others pending

• 3A Sanitary

Note: Contact Milltronics for complete and up-to-date list of approvals.

Programmer (remote keypad)

• enclosure: general purpose

67mm w x 100mm h x 25mm d

(2.6" w x 4" h x 1" d)

• ambient temperature: -20 to 50° C (-5 to 122° F)

• interface: proprietary infrared pulse signal

• power: 9V battery (ANSI/NEDA 1604, PP3 or equivalent)

• weight: 150g (0.3 lb)

5 See Temperature De-rating on page 97 and Approvals on page 13.

6 Approved for PTFE material only

7 All process connections except for the sliding waveguide

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Location

Note:

• Installation shall only be performed by qualified personnel and in accordance with

local governing regulations.

• This product is susceptible to electrostatic shock. Follow proper grounding

procedures.

• Do not mount in direct sunlight without the use of a sun shield.

Warning: For vessels with conical or parabolic tops, avoid mounting the unit at

the centre.

Otherwise, the concavity of the top can focus echoes into the centre,

giving false readings.

Conical

ConicalConical

Conical

Flat

FlatFlat

Flat

Parabolic

ParabolicParabolic

Parabolic

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Dimensions: IQ Radar 300 with Rod Antenna

* Flange thickness 25mm (1") nominal.

** Standard length, 50 and 100mm (2” and 4") extensions available.

For information on temperature and pressure ratings, see Appendix IV on page 101.

enclosure

electronics

antenna

(rod)

antenna

(resonator)

flange

136mm

(5.4")

75mm

(3.0")

64mm

(2.5")

239mm

(9.4")

41mm (1.6")

183mm

(7.2")

245mm

(9.6")

100mm (4.0")

earth

connection

412mm **

(16.3")

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Dimensions: Threaded Rod

50mm

(2”)

100mm

(4”)

optional

extension

standard antenna

Teflon paste

(supplied)

Note:

Ingress of water or process fluids into the connecting threads

can cause reflections at the connection, appearing as false

echoes.

Apply Teflon paste to threads and tighten slowly. Ensure that

the rod sections mate securely with no gaps. Do not apply too

much Teflon paste or parts will not mate securely.

Do not use wrenches or pliers. Hand tight only.

Sealant must have εr < 3. We recommend a sealant such as

Teflon paste or silicone compound.

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Dimensions: Horn

Nominal

Horn Size Horn O.D. Horn Height

100mm

(4”)

95.3mm

(3.75”)

131.0mm

(5.16”)

150mm

(6”)

146.0mm

(5.75”)

225.8mm

(8.89”)

200mm

(8”)

199.4mm

(7.85”)

325.1mm

(12.8”)

flange

horn

131mm

(5.16”)

225.8mm

(8.89”)

325.1mm

(12.8”)

enclosure

electronics

100mm

(4”)

150 mm

(6”)

200mm

(8”)

∅ 80mm

(3”)

Note: Signal amplitude increases with

horn diameter, so use the largest

practical size.

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Dimensions: Waveguide Extension

Note: Maximum pressure 0.5 bar at 60° C (140° F) for sliding flange option.

Note:

Always clamp the instrument in the

same position for operation.

(see P006 on page 53).

1000mm

(40.8”)

optional sliding flange

(see flange table)

131mm (5.16”)

225mm

(8.89”)325mm

(12.8”)

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Dimensions: Sanitary Horn

50mm (2”) clamp

(supplied)

100mm (4”) clamp (optional)

Materials:

Materials:Materials:

Materials: standard

standardstandard

standard optional

optionaloptional

optional

horn SS 304 SS 316

ferrule SS 304 SS 316

clamp SS 304 SS 316

gasket PTFE

horn

ferrule (optional)

gasket (optional)

232mm

(9.13”)

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Dimensions: Sanitary Rod

50mm (2”), 80mm (3”), or 100mm (4”)

with integral gasket

Materials: SS304 standard

SS316 optional

ferrule (optional)

clamp (optional)

406mm (16”)

nominal

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Dimensions: Waveguide

Note

NoteNote

Note:

::: you can connect a maximum of two waveguides together.

variable

waveguide

41.4mm

(1.69”)

76.2mm

(3.0”)

min: 100mm (4.08”)

max: 6000mm (244.90”)

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Dimensions: Flanges

Pipe Size

Pipe SizePipe Size

Pipe Size Flange Size

Flange SizeFlange Size

Flange Size Flange

FlangeFlange

Flange

O.D.

O.D.O.D.

O.D.

Bolt Hole

Bolt HoleBolt Hole

Bolt Hole

Circle Ø

Circle ØCircle Ø

Circle Ø

Bolt Hole

Bolt HoleBolt Hole

Bolt Hole

ØØ

Number

NumberNumber

Number

of Bolts

of Boltsof Bolts

of Bolts

2”ANSI 150# 6.0”4.75”.7”4

3”ANSI 150# 7.5”6.0”.75”4

4”ANSI 150# 9.0”7.50”.75”8

6”ANSI 150# 11.0”9.50”.88”8

8”ANSI 150# 13.5”11.75”.88”8

50mm DN PN 16 165mm 125mm 18mm 4

80mm DN PN 16 200mm 160mm 18mm 8

100mm DN PN 16 220mm 180mm 18mm 8

150mm DN PN 16 285mm 240mm 22mm 8

200mm DN PN 16 340mm 295mm 22mm 12

bolt hole

circle

horn

waveguide

mounting holes

(threaded)

45°

bolt-hole

enclosure mounting holes

(threaded)

bolt hole

circle

20mm (0.8”), nominal

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Mounting

Note:

• The straight/taper transition of the rod should extend past the standpipe/vessel

opening. Add extensions as required.

• Refer to the Rod Extension Requirements table.

* The unit in is improperly mounted. The Integral process seal MUST rest on customer flange

as in .

1/2" NPT or PG 16

conduit entry

wiring access

cover

customer flanged

standpipe to suit

tank

minimum diameter

2" / DIN 50

standpipe/vessel juncture

straight/taper transition

customer flange

integral process seal

* see below

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Threaded Rod Antenna

You can use 1.5” or 2” threaded process connections. There are three thread types:

NPT, BSP, and G.

Wetted Parts:

Wetted Parts:Wetted Parts:

Wetted Parts:

Metal: 316SS

Polymeric: PTFE or UHMW-PE

Internal O-ring: Viton

316 S.S.

PTFE or UHMW-PE

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Rod Assembly

Rod Extension Requirements

standpipe i.d. standpipe height mm (inches)*

<100 (4) 100 to 150 (4 to 6) 150 to 200 (6 to 8)

50mm (2”)n/r ** **

80mm (3”) n/r 50mm 100mm

100mm (4”) n/r 50mm 100mm

150mm (6”) n/r 50mm 100mm

>150mm (6”) n/r n/r n/r

n/r extension not required

* Consult Milltronics for assistance with standpipe sizes not listed.

** application not recommended for 50mm (2”) i.d. standpipes greater than 100mm (4”) long.

optional

extension

Note:

Ingress of water or process fluids into the connecting threads can

cause reflections at the connection, appearing as false echoes.

Apply Teflon paste to threads and tighten slowly. Ensure that the

rod sections mate securely with no gaps. Do not apply too much

Teflon paste or parts will not mate securely.

Do not use wrenches or pliers. Hand tight only.

Sealant must have εr < 3. We recommend a sealant such as

Teflon paste or silicone compound.

Teflon paste

(supplied)

50mm

(2”)

100mm

(4”)

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Mounting: Rod Assembly

Ideally, the standpipe should be as short as possible. If your

application requires a standpipe that exceeds our

recommended maximum lengths, consider using a waveguide

and horn combination. If you create a new standpipe for the

radar unit, ensure the weld seams are on the outside of the

standpipe, not the inside.

Ensure that there are no seams or lips on the inside of the

standpipe or you may get erratic readings.

If the mounting illustrated above is not suitable due to the minimum blanking

requirements, consider this option:

Standpipes that are 8” or larger in diameter provide excellent signal conditions. These

conditions allow for standpipe lengths of up to 24” using the standard rod without any

extensions.

minimum diameter 100mm (4”)

45°Maximum length 610mm (24”)

No antenna extensions required

A weld on outside

enclosure

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Mounting: Manhole Covers

A manhole cover is typically a standpipe that is 24” in diameter or greater and has a

cover.

To provide the optimum signal conditions, locate the antenna off-center with respect to

the cover, typically 100mm (4”) from the side of the manhole.

Mounting: Horn Antennas

Usually, horns are mounted on short standpipes.

The end of the horn should protrude

a minimum of 10mm (0.5”) to avoid

interference with the standpipe.

100mm

(4”)

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Mounting: Waveguide Antenna

This option is recommended for products with εr lower than 3. The maximum range of

this application is reduced to 10m (33 feet). See P655 on page 67.

vent hole

minimum 80mm (3”)

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Mounting: Stillpipe or Sidepipe

An alternate to the waveguide antenna, this option is also used for products with an εr

less than 3 or for extremely turbulent or vortex conditions. This mounting arrangement

can also be used to provide optimum signal conditions on foaming materials.

Suitable pipe diameters are 2” (50mm) to 10” (250mm). A rod antenna or a horn antenna

may be used.

Note:

: :

: The measurement range is reduced to 13m (43’) for a 50mm (2”) stillpipe or

14.5m (47’) for an 80mm (3”) stillpipe.

Smoothness

One continuous length of metallic pipe is preferred (no joints). If long length dictates the

need for joints, then you must machine the joints to close tolerances (± 0.25mm [±

0.010”]) and weld a connecting sleeve on the outside.

See P655 on page 67.

Ensure there is a vent at the upper end of the surge pipe to equalize pressure and keep

the liquid level in the pipe constant with level in the vessel.

vent hole

Suitable pipe diameters are 2” (50mm) to

10” (250mm).

You can use either a Rod or Horn

antenna.

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Mounting: Horn with Waveguide Extensions

In applications where the standpipe is too long

and the diameter is too small (such as a

standpipe that is 100mm (4”) in diameter and

460mm (18”) in length), the rod antenna is not

suitable due to standpipe interference. In this

case, use the waveguide/horn combination.

Waveguide extensions are available in custom

lengths.

Note:

Note:Note:

Note: The IQ 300 maximum range of ??m is reduced by [0.64 x waveguide length].

Blanking and offset parameters are set by Milltronics. See the device tag for values.

Mounting: Sanitary Mounting

There are two common sanitary mounting options; the 2”, 3”, and 4” tri-clamp with rod

antenna and the sanitary 4” horn antenna.

Wetted Parts:

etted Parts:Wetted Parts:

etted Parts:

PTFE or UHMW-PE only.

If the horn diameter is too large for the standpipe

opening, you need to insert it from inside the vessel.

The horn must be connected to the IQ 300 process

flange.

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Mounting: Location

Due to the polarization effect of the

microwave signal related to the

wall of the vessel, we recommend

locating the IQ 300 a minimum of

30cm (1’) away from the sidewall

for every 3m (10’) of vessel height.

Polarization Effect

Mounting the unit too close to a wall may cause echoes to disappear at specific levels

due to wave cancellation. A strong false reflection from an internal tank obstruction can

be reduced or eliminated by rotating the unit to reduce this polarization effect.

False Reflections

Flat obstructions and struts perpendicular to the emission cone cause large false

reflections. They reflect the radar signal with high amplitude. Round profile interfering

surfaces diffuse reflections of the radar signals and cause false reflections with low

amplitude.

20°

Keep the 20° emission cone free of

obstructions.

(rod antenna and 150mm [6”] horn antenna)

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Interconnection

IQ Radar 300 Terminal Block

Notes

• mA, RS-485, wiring, 14 – 20 AWG, shielded copper wire

• Recommended torque on terminal clamping screws, 0.5 – 0.6 Nm

• Ground shields at one end only

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Interconnection

IQ Radar 300 Wiring

Notes

• Line, 12 – 14 AWG, copper wire

• The equipment must be protected by a 15 A fuse or circuit breaker in the building

installation.

• A circuit breaker or switch in the building installation, marked as the disconnect

switch, shall be in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the

operator.

All field wiring must have insulation suitable for at least 250 V.

HART mA Ou

Profibus P.A.

RS-485

ground

power

supply

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 35

Interconnection

Communications Installation

Wiring Guidelines

• RS-485 maximum length is 1,220 meters (4,000 feet)

• use 24 AWG (minimum)

• use good quality communication grade (shielded twisted pairs) cable for port 1that is

recommended for RS-485.

• run the communication cable separately from power and control cables. (Do not tie

wrap your RS-485 cable to the power cable or have them in the same conduit.)

• use shielded cable and connect to ground at one end only

• follow proper grounding guidelines for all devices on the bus

Improper wiring and incorrect cable choices are the two most common causes of

communication problems.

Port 1: RS-485

The terminal block uses terminal 3,4,5 and Ground for RS-485.

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Interconnection

PC Connection

To connect the device to a computer requires the use of a RS-485 to RS-232 converter.

Milltronics offers a converter that is powered by the RS-232 port on the computer (part

number 20150159).

Port Configuration

The IQ 300 uses Modbus to establish communication parameters. See Communication

Parameters on page 72.

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Start Up

Overview

The IQ Radar 300 has two modes of operation: RUN

RUNRUN

RUN and PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM. After powering up

and installation procedures are completed, the unit starts in the RUN

RUNRUN

RUN mode and detects

the distance from the antenna flange to the target in meters.

Run Mode Display

Program Mode Display

bar graph representation

of material level, 0 to 100%

of span

reading questionable,

appears during fail-safe

operation

= normal reading

= fail-safe operation

confidence icons

auxiliary reading

units

reading

parameter type

(measurement of mA output)

parameter value

units

parameter number

programming indicator

index value

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Start Up

Programming

You can activate the PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM mode at any time and set parameters to suit the

application and/or user preferences. Programming can be carried out locally using the

hand programmer or remotely through the optional Dolphin Plus/RS-485 interface. The

system responds to both types of programming.

The instruction examples in this manual use icons from the hand programmer.

Dolphin Plus

Dolphin Plus is a user interface program designed to configure the IQ Radar 300 from a

laptop or a desktop PC. With Dolphin Plus you can modify parameter values in real time,

view process values in graphic form on screen, save profiles, and generate instrument

configuration reports. Dolphin Plus software is purchased separately. Please contact

your Milltronics representative.

Hand Programmer

The programmer is a sturdy, hand-held, programming unit offering immediate access to

the configuration parameters. Point programmer at the IQ Radar 300 display window

(maximum distance 15cm [6”]) and press the buttons in the required sequence.

display

hand programmer

Dolphin Plus programming

interface

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Start Up

Local Programming

The hand programmer is used for local programming sequences. Please make sure you

point the programmer directly at the unit to activate the programming options.

Key Programming Mode Run Mode

to Values

mA output value

Decimal point parameter for auxiliary

readings*

Negative value

Clear value

Toggle between Units and %

on reading display

End program session and enable

RUN

RUNRUN

RUN mode

Initiate and complete

program mode access

Distance

Parameter scroll-up

Parameter scroll-down

Toggle fields

Enter the displayed value

* Pressing plus three-digit parameter number, sets parameter to show in the

auxiliary display.

Numeric and

Auxiliary keys

Function Keys

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Start Up

Accessi

iiing Program Mode

Note

NoteNote

Note: Values shown are for demonstration purposes only.

1. The unit starts in RUN

RUNRUN

RUN

mode and readings

correspond to existing

settings.

2. Press the PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM key

to activate the

PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM mode. Initial

program starts at P001.

Accessing a Parameter

The parameter settings configure the units to a specific use. There are two ways to

access parameter after you have pressed the PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM key: Scroll Access and Direct

Address.

Scroll Access

In PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM mode, you can scroll through the parameters sequentially, and in either

direction until you reach the required parameter. [scrolling range??]

1. Press ARROW

ARROWARROW

ARROW keys

to scroll up or

down.

Direct Access

In PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM mode, you can access a parameter directly by entering its number.

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Start Up

1. Press the TOGGLE

TOGGLETOGGLE

TOGGLE key

to open Parameter Number

field.

2. The Parameter Number field

goes blank.

3. Enter parameter number.

Example: . The

parameter value appears.

Note: Enter parameter numbers below 100 directly without leading zeros. Press the

ENTER key to access the parameter. Example: To access P005, press .

Modifying a Parameter Value

Once a parameter is accessed, you can set or modify its values.

Note:

• Security must be disabled. To disable security, set P000 to 1954.

• Values shown are for demonstration purposes only.

• Invalid entries will be rejected or limited.

Changing Parameter Values

1. Select parameter to modify.

2. Enter new value.

Example: press and the

ENTER key

Clearing a Parameter Value

1. Scroll to, or select, the

parameter.

value entry field

value

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Start Up

2. Enter new value by pressing

the number key, e.g. . To

erase value or incorrect entry,

press the CANCEL key , to

clear the value and then re-

enter correct value.

3. Press the ENTER key to set

the value.

Resetting a Parameter Value

1. Scroll to or select the

parameter.

2. Press the CANCEL key and

then press the ENTER key .

The value returns to factory

default.

Accessing Run Mode

1. In PROGRAM mode, press the

PROGRAM key . The screen

may go blank for a moment

2. The IQ 300 returns to RUN

mode.

Quick Start Programming

The first step in programming is to configure all parameters to their factory settings by

performing a master reset through Parameter 999 (see page 80).

Then set these key parameters (P001 to P007) for a Quick Start:

• (P001) mode of measurement • (P005) units

• (P002) process material • (P006) empty distance

• (P003) measurement response • (P007) span

• (P004) antenna configuration

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 43

Start Up

Note: After these start-up parameters are configured, set Parameter P837.

Numerous other program parameters can be changed subsequently, or during another

programming session. Refer to the Parameter Descriptions section that starts on page

55 for a list of available parameters.

When programming has been completed, the IQ Radar 300 can be put into RUN by

pressing the programming button or by exiting Dolphin Plus.

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Start Up

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 45

Operation

Overview

The IQ Radar 300 is a level measuring device for liquids and slurries. Using advanced

pulse radar technology, the device calculates material level by emitting a series of radar

pulses and then analyzing their reflections.

The device consists of an enclosed electronic component mounted to a flanged antenna

component. The electronic component generates a 5.8 GHz (U.S.A. 6.3 GHz) radar signal

that is directed to the antenna, waveguide, or horn.

The radar signal is emitted axially from the antenna and propagates along this axis in a

defined conical beam decreasing in strength at a rate proportional to the square of the

change in distance.

The radar pulse detects the interface between the dielectric constant of the atmosphere

and that of the material being measured. Electro-magnetic wave propagation is not

sensitive to the temperature and atmospheric conditions or to variations in the vessel.

The series of echoes from the pulses transmitted are sensed by the antenna during the

receive period of the electronics and are then stored as a profile of the activity in the

vessel. The profile is analyzed and the distance of the material surface to the radar

antenna is determined. This distance is used as a basis for display of material level and

mA output.

Transceiver

The IQ Radar 300 transceiver operates under 1 of 5 sets of pre-set conditions (P003):

parameter

value

measurement

response

P700/P701

rate

update

time

P705

rate

update

distance

P706

echo

verification

P711

fuzz

filter

P710

fail

safe

timer

P070

1 0.1 m/min slow 600 0.30 2 100 100

2 1 m/min 300 0.10 2 50 10

3 10 m/min 60 0.05 2 10 1

4 100 m/min 60 0.05 0 1 0.1

5 1000 m/min fast 60 0.05 0 0 0

When the echoes are received, the relevant echo extraction technique (P820 and P830)

is applied to determine the true material echo.

The measurement response limits the maximum rate at which the display and analog

output respond to changes in measurement. Select this carefully, especially where liquid

surfaces are in agitation or fall into the radar path during filling.

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Operation

Loss of Echo (LOE)

A loss of echo occurs when the IQ 300 deems the calculated measurement unreliable,

i.e. the confidence (P805) is less than the threshold (P804). Refer to Operation

Troubleshooting on page 91

If the condition persists for a time beyond the limit as set by the fail-safe timer (P070), the

Confidence icon changes from full to partial:

The response to LOE is set by P072. It determines whether the reading and mA output

are immediately forced to the fail-safe default (P071). Upon receiving a reliable echo, the

loss of echo condition is aborted (icon returns to full), and the reading and mA output

return to the present level at the rate set by P072.

Blanking

Near blanking (P800) is set to ignore the zone in front of the antenna where false echoes

can appear as an echo during the receive cycle (often created by internal impediments

like a ladder rung). Usually indicated by an incorrect high level reading, false echoes can

be overcome by increasing the near blanking value from its factory setting.

Far-end blanking is a feature that ignores the zone below the zero or empty level where

false echoes can appear at levels that interfere with the processing of the true echo.

Typical Receiver Signal

In applications where the zero level is above the bottom of the vessel and you need to

monitor the zone below the normal zero, range extension (P801) can extend the range

into far-end blanking. Range extension is entered as a percentage of P006. As range

extension reduces the protection afforded by the far-end blanking, it should be used

judiciously because excessive range extension can reduce measurement reliability and

accuracy. Range extension is factory set for 5% of P006. If false echoes appear after the

blanking zone, P801 should be increased accordingly.

level

end o

transmit

far-end blanking

range extension

(P801) as % P006

empty distance to antenna

P006

P800

near blanking

range

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 47

Operation

Analog Output

The IQ Radar 300 can be programmed to provide an analog output (P200) of 0 to 20, or 4

to 20, mA, and for proportional or inverse span.

Programming

When the unit is put into PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM mode, the analog output level holds its prior value if

the mA output function is not common output or if HART is not the communication

protocol. [please verify]

Run

The analog output responds in the following manner:

*reference value only. mA level limited by near blanking.

0 and 100% are percentage of full scale reading (m, cm, mm, ft, in).

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Operation

Volume

To program the unit for volume, set:

• operation (P001) to level 1 (see page 55)

• tank shape (P050) to a value other than 0 (see page 57)

• other volume parameters (P051 to P053) as required.

To program the unit for ullage, set:

• operation (P001) to space 2 (see page 55).

Fail-Safe

When the fail-safe timer (P070) expires, the mA output responds as follows:

Fail-safe Mode (071) Status (0/4 - 20) Status (20 - 0/4)

1 = high 22 0/2

2 = low 0/2 22

3 = hold hold hold

Run/Program

When the IQ Radar 300 changes from RUN

RUNRUN

RUN to PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM, the unit no longer responds to

the process. The last measurement is stored and the associated readings and mA

output are held.

The unit reverts to the parameter last addressed during the previous program session.

Upon return to RUN

RUNRUN

RUN, the transceiver resumes operation. The reading and mA output

default to the last measurement taken. The reading and associated outputs migrate to

the current process level at a rate controlled by the measurement response (P003).

If the IQ 300 is left in PROGRAM

PROGRAMPROGRAM

PROGRAM

mode for 10 minutes without input, it automatically

reverts to RUN

RUNRUN

RUN mode.

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Applications

Application Examples

These IQ Radar 300 applications examples can be used as setup references. The

parameter value tables relate the values to the functions.

Application Example: Asphalt in Storage Tank

Note: The minimum distance from the antenna face to the target is limited by the

near blanking, P800.

The application is to obtain a level

measurement and corresponding 4-20 mA

output proportional to asphalt levels in a

storage tank. The bottom of the antenna

flange is 5m from the tank bottom. The empty

level is 0m (bottom) and the full level (span) is

4.5m from the bottom. The maximum rate of

filling or emptying is about 0.1m/min. In the

event of a loss of echo, the IQ Radar 300 is to

go into fail-safe Hi after 2 minutes.

Asphalt build-up on the rod antenna does not

affect performance.

Parameter Enter

P999 ---- master reset

P001 1mode of measurement = level

P002 1material = liquid

P003 2measurement response = 1m/minute

P004 240 antenna = dielectric rod, standard

length

P005 1units = metres

P006 5empty distance = 5m

P007 4.5 span = 4.5m

P070 2fail-safe timer = 2 minutes

P071 1fail-safe = Hi

P820 1algorithm = factory

P830 4TVT type = factory

P837

(Note below) 2 & 1 Auto Near TVT = 0 (factory set)

Note: Only set P837 if product is at least 2.5m (78”) away. If closer, leave P837 at 0

until such time the level drops below 2.5m (78”).

Run: To start normal operation, press the PROGRAM key .

Empt

(P006)

Span

(P007)

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Applications

Application Example: Horizontal Tank with

Volume

Note: The minimum distance from the antenna face to the target is limited by the

near blanking, P800.

The application is to obtain a level measurement and corresponding 4-20 mA output

proportional to material levels in a chemical tank. The bottom of the antenna flange is

3.5m from the tank bottom. The empty level is 0m (bottom) and the full level (span) is

3.0m from the bottom. The maximum rate of filling or emptying is about 0.1 m/min. In the

event of a loss of echo, the IQ Radar 300 is to go into fail-safe Hi after 2 minutes.

Parameter Enter

P999 ---- master reset

P001 1mode of measurement = level

P002 1material = liquid

P003 2measurement response = 1m/minute

P004 240 antenna = dielectric rod, standard

length

P005 1units = metres

P006 5empty distance = 5m

P007 4.5 span = 4.5m

P050 7tank shape = parabolic ends

P051 8000 maximum volume = litres

P052 .8 tank dimension A = metres

P053 6tank dimension L = metres

P070 2fail-safe timer = 2 minutes

P071 1fail-safe = Hi

P820 6algorithm = first echo

P830 4TVT type = factory

P837

(Note below) 2 & 1 Auto Near TVT = 0 (factory set)

Note: Only set P837 if product is at least 2.5m (78”) away. If closer, leave P837 at 0

until such time the level drops below 2.5m (78”).

Run: To start normal operation, press the PROGRAM key .

3000mm

122.4

500mm

(20.4”)

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 51

Applications

Application Example: Juice Batch Tank with

Sanitary Horn Antenna

Note: The minimum distance from the antenna face to the target is limited by the near

blanking, P800.

Parameter Enter

P999 ---- master reset

P001 1mode of measurement = level

P002 1material = liquid

P003 2measurement response = 1m/min.

P004 240 antenna = dielectric rod,

standard length

P005 1units = metres

P006 5empty distance = 5m

P007 4.5 span = 4.5m

P070 2fail-safe timer = 2 minutes

P071 1fail-safe = Hi

P652 tag value offset correction = factory

P820 1algorithm = factory

P830 4TVT type = factory

P837

(Note below)

2 & 1 Auto Near TVT = 0 (factory set)

Note: Only set P837 if product is at least 2.5m (78”) away. If closer, leave P837 at 0

until such time the level drops below 2.5m (78”).

Run: To start normal operation, press the PROGRAM key .

P006

P007

existing 4” tri-clamp connection

mixer

4” sanitary horn

Note: Sanitary Antenna Options: The one-piece antenna/process seal provides excellent mounting method, even on non-

sanitar

installations.

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Applications

Application Example: Sliding Waveguide on

Anaerobic Digesters

Blanking, P800, and offset P652 are set at the factory. Check the device tag for specific

values.

Maximum level should be maintained at

least .46m (18”) from the end of the horn.

The raised position is for installation and

maintenance. The lowered position is for

operation. Program the unit for operation in

the lowered position.

Parameter Enter

P999 ---- master reset

P001 1mode of measurement = level

P002 1material = liquid

P003 2measurement response = 1m/minute

P004 240 antenna = dielectric rod, standard

length

P005 1units = metres

P006 5empty distance = 5m

P007 4.5 span = 4.5m

P652 tag value offset correction = factory

P800 tag value blanking = factory

P820 1algorithm = factory

P830 4TVT type = factory

P837

(Note below) 2 & 1 Auto Near TVT = 0 (factory set)

Note: Only set P837 if product is at least 2.5m (78”) away. If closer, leave P837 at 0

until such time the level drops below 2.5m (78”).

Run: To start normal operation, press the PROGRAM key .

P006

P007

horn

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 53

Applications

Application Example: Stillpipe

An alternate to the waveguide antenna, this option is also used for products with an εr or

less than 3 or if extremely turbulent or vortex conditions exist.

Note: For εr < 3, the lower 40cm of vessel level may not be measurable.

This mounting arrangement can also be used to provide optimum signal conditions on

foaming materials.

Suitable pipe diameters are 50mm (2”) to 250mm (10”).

Note: The measurement range is reduced to 13m (43’) for a 50mm (2”) stillpipe or

14.5m (47’) for an 80mm (3”) stillpipe.

Parameter Enter

P999 ---- master reset

P001 1mode of measurement = level

P002 1material = liquid

P003 2measurement response = 1m/minute

P004 240 antenna = dielectric rod, standard

length

P005 1units = metres

P006 5empty distance = 5m

P007 4.5 span = 4.5m

P655 (see

chart below)

0.955 propagation factor = 10mm (4”) pipe

P820 6algorithm = factory

P830 4TVT type = factory

P837

(Note below) 2 & 1 Auto Near TVT = 0 (factory set)

vent hole

100mm (4”) diameter

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Applications

Note: Only set P837 if product is at least 2.5m (78”) away. If closer, leave P837 at 0

until such time the level drops below 2.5m (78”).

Pipe P655 Value

50mm (2”) 0.827

80mm (3”) 0.915

100mm (4”) 0.955

150mm (6”) 0.980

200mm (8”) 0.990

Note:

See the P655 table on page 67 for other pipe diameters.

Run: To start normal operation, press the PROGRAM key .

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 55

Parameters

Parameter Descriptions

The parameters are the programmable features of the IQ Radar 300. Adjust the value

settings on the parameters to configure the unit.

The parameter tables show the values you need to enter in bold type, followed by

additional information when necessary. The pre-set values are the unit’s factory settings

that may need alteration for specific applications.

Press the PROGRAM key to access the parameter settings. [Tim: do you want to

indicate the default values?]

P000 Lock

Secures the IQ Radar 300 from changes.

1954 Lock off: programming permitted

Value other Lock activated: programming secured

To access this parameter directly, press 000 and enter any value other than 1954 to

secure the programming lock. The PROGRAM mode is active for viewing only. To

unlock, access this parameter and enter 1954.

WARNING: Use this lock as backup security only. It uses a fixed value which

can be discovered by unauthorized personnel.

Quick Start Parameters (P001 to P007)

Parameters P001 to P007 are the main settings that apply to all applications and get the

system operational.

P001 Operation

Determines the mode of measurement.

1Level: material level referenced to empty distance (P006)

2Space: space to material level referenced from span (P007)

Values

3Distance: distance to target referenced from the flange face

Level (a.k.a. volume)

(P001 = 1)

Space (a.k.a ullage)

(P001 = 2)

Distance

(P001 = 3)

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Parameters

P002 Material

Identifies the material being monitored.

Values 1 liquids or slurries

P003 Measurement Response

Sets the reaction speed of the unit to the measurement changes in the target range.

measurement

response

P700/P701

rate

update

time

P705

rate

update

distance

P706

fuzz

filter

P710

echo

verification

P711

fail

safe

timer

P070

1 0.1m/minute slow 600 secs 0.30 m 2100100

2 1m/minute 300 secs 0.10m 25010

3 10m/minute 60secs 0.05m 2101

4 102m/minute 60secs 0.05m 010.1

Values

5 1020m/minute fast 60secs 0.05m 000

Set P003 to a measurement response just faster than the greater measurement of the

maximum filling or emptying rate.

If the IQ 300 cannot keep up with the rate of level change, select a faster rate. If the

reading bounces around an average value, select a slower rate. In general, reliability is

traded for speed. Noisy applications or those with agitators tend to be more manageable

at slower response rates, as these make use of filtering, echo verification, and longer

fail-safe delay.

• filter:

averages successive measurements to filter out false echoes

• echo verification: discriminates between agitator blades in motion (spurious noise) and

the target surface (true echo)

• fail-safe timer: establishes the period from the time a loss of echo (LOE) starts until the

fail-safe default (P071) is triggered. The P003 pre-set timer value can be overridden by

P070.

P004 Antenna

Identifies antenna configuration. [Tim: is this final?]

240 factory

241 rod + 50mm extension

242 rod + 100mm extension

Values

243

243243

243 rod + 150mm extension (50 + 100mm)

Setting this parameter automatically configures the offset correction, P652.

Horn antennas and waveguide/horn combinations will come from the factory with P652

pre-set and P004 set to 240. [still ok?]

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Parameters

P005 Units

Specifies units for programming and measurement.

1metres

2centimetres

3millimetres

4feet

Values

5inches

P006 Empty

Sets the distance in units (see P005) from flange face

to empty level.

Values ----- # units set in P005

Empty level can be set at any distance

desired, not just actual empty.

P007 Span

Sets the distance from empty (P006) to full/100% level.

Values ----- # units set in P005

Full level can be set at any measurement

above the empty level.

Volume Parameters (P050 to P053)

Sets the IQ Radar 300 to calculate readings based on reservoir volume, rather than level

P050 Tank Shape

Enter the Tank Shape value that matches the monitored vessel or reservoir.

When Operation is LEVEL

LEVELLEVEL

LEVEL (P001 = 1), liquid (material) volume is calculated. When

operation is SPACE

SPACESPACE

SPACE, remaining vessel capacity is calculated.

In the RUN

RUNRUN

RUN

mode, Readings are displayed in volumetric units, see Maximum Volume

(P051) on page 59. When percent is selected, the displayed volume Reading is a

percentage of Maximum Volume.

Note: Parameters P052 and P053 set tank dimensions A and L.

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Parameters

Value

ValueValue

Value

Shape

ShapeShape

Shape Description

DescriptionDescription

Description

0---- volume calculation not

required (Factory disabled)

1flat bottom

2conical or pyramidal bottom

3parabolic bottom

4spherical bottom

5angled bottom

6flat ends

7parabolic ends

8sphere

9universal linear

PL-611 IQ Radar 300 Page 59

Parameters

P051 Max Volume

For Readings in volumetric units (rather than percent), enter the vessel volume between

Empty (P006) and Span (P007).

Values Range:

0.000 to 9999

Related Parameters • P006 Empty

• P007 Span

The units of measurement for this reading are non-dimensional. The volume is

calculated from the empty position to the maximum position and is scaled according to

the Tank Shape (P050) value. This allows the use of any volume units required.

Example

1. If maximum volume = 3650m3, enter 3650

36503650

3650.

2. If maximum volume = 267500 gallons, enter 267.5

267.5267.5

267.5 (1000s of gallons).

Enter the volume of the tank at full (Factory Setting = 100)

P052 Tank Dimension A

Dimension A is used in the tank shape parameter (P050) on page 57.

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999

0.000 to 9999 0.000 to 9999

0.000 to 9999 in units (P005)

)))

Related Parameters • P050 Tank Shape

If P050 = 2,3,4, or 5, enter the height of the tank bottom.

If P050 = 7, enter the length of one end section of the tank.

Note: Enter the dimension in units chosen in (P005).

P053 Tank Dimension L

Dimension L is used in the tank shape parameter (P050) on page 57.

Values Range:

: :

: 0.000 to 9999

in units (P005)

Related Parameters • P050 Tank Shape

If P050 = 7, enter the tank length (excluding both end sections).

Note: Enter the dimension in units chosen in (P005).

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Parameters

P054 Breakpoint Levels

When the tank shape is too complex for any of the pre-configured shapes, you can

specify the volume based on segment.

Primary Index global

Secondary Index breakpoint

Values Range:

0.000 to 9999

in units

Related Parameters • P055 Volume Breakpoints (Universal Volume Calculation)

Enter up to 10 level breakpoints (where volume is known) if P050 = 9 [verify]

Entering a Level Breakpoint

1. Open parameter P054.

2. Enter a breakpoint in measurement units.

3. Match each breakpoint to the same index value for P055.

P055 Volume Breakpoints (Universal Volume Calculation)

Each segment defined by the level breakpoints (P055) requires a volume to allow the IQ

300 to make the level-to-volume calculations.

Primary Index global

Secondary Index breakpoint

Range:

...000 to

to to

to 9999

in units

Values Pre-set: 0.000

Related Parameters • P054 Volume Breakpoints (Universal Volume Calculation)

Typical volume calculations:

Cone Cylinder

V = (1/3)πr2hV = πr2h

Entering a Volume Breakpoint

1. Open parameter P055

2. For each index enter a volume

3. Match each volume to the same index value for P054

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Display and Reading Parameters (P060 to P063)

P060 Decimal Position

Defines the maximum number of decimal places used on the LCD.

0no digits after the decimal point

11 digit after the decimal point

22 digits after the decimal point

Values (Level

measurement only)

33 digits after the decimal point

In the RUN

RUNRUN

RUN mode, the decimal position is adjusted to prevent the number of digits from

exceeding the display capabilities. To keep the decimal place from shifting, reduce the

number of decimal places to that shown at 100%.

For example, if 100% = 15m, use two decimal places for readings of 15.00 or parts

thereof (e.g. 12.25).

P062 Offset Reading

Adds the specified value to the level reading, usually to reference the reading to sea

level or to another datum level.

Range:

-999 to 9999

Values (

Values (Values (

Values (Level

measurement only)

measurement only)measurement only)

measurement only) Pre-set: 0.000

The operation of the device is not affected by the Offset Reading. This value is used for

display only. All control measurements are still referenced to empty.

P063 Minimum Reading

Adjusts the minimum reading the product will show.

Range:

-999 to 9999

Values (

Values (Values (

Values (Level

measurement only)

measurement only)measurement only)

measurement only) Pre-set: 0.000

P063 is only applied after P062 Offset Reading and then only if reading displays

level/volume (P001=1).

The milliAmp output is not affected.

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Fail-Safe Parameters (P070 to P072)

P070 Fail-Safe Timer

Sets the time delay, in minutes, before going into fail-safe mode.

Range:

: :

: 0.000 to 9999

Values

Pre-set: 10.00 minutes

P071 Fail-Safe Material Level

Selects the default measurement in the event that the fail-safe timer expires.

1High: maximum span value

2Low: minimum span value

Values

3Hold: hold current value

P072 Fail-Safe Level Advance

Sets the speed at which the IQ 300 advances and returns to the Failsafe Material Level.

1Restricted (pre-set): unit advances to/from the Failsafe Material lev

as set by P003, P700, or P701.

2Immediate: Failsafe Material Level is assumed at once.Values

3Fast Back: Failsafe Level Advance is restricted. Returns to new

measured material level at once.

mA Parameters (P200 to P219)

P200 mA Range

Selects the mA output range and relationship to span.

24 to 20mA

Values 420 to 4mA

If 2 is selected, the mA output is directly proportional to the mA function. If 4 is selected,

then the output is inversely proportional to the mA function.

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Parameters

P201 mA Function

Alters the mA output/measurement relationship. Set independently from P001.

0manual

1level

2space

3distance

4volume

Values

9controlled by HART or Modbus

Independent mA Setpoints Parameters (P210 and P211)

Use these features as reference for calculating the minimum and/or maximum mA

output to any point in the measurement range.

Note: Ensure the % symbol is displayed before entering a % value.

P201 (mA Function) Settings Response

level, space, or distance Enter the material level in Units (P005) or percent of Span

(P007) as referenced to Empty (P006).

volume Enter the volume in Maximum Volume (P051) units or as a

percent of Maximum Volume.

P210 0/4mA Output Setpoint

Sets the process level that corresponds to the 0 or 4mA value.

Values Range: -999 to 9999

Parameters • P200 mA Range

• P201 mA Function

Enter the value (in units or %) to correspond to 0 or 4mA.

P211 20mA Setpoint

Sets the process level that corresponds to the 20mA value.

Values Range: -999 to 9999

Related Parameters • P200 mA Range

• P201 mA Function

Enter the value (in applicable units or %) to correspond to 20mA.

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Parameters

P214 mA Trim

Used to calibrate the mA output for 4mA.

Values Range: -1.00 to 1.000

Related Parameters • P215 mA Trim

Adjust this value so the input device indicates 4.000mA when P214 is accessed. Clearing

this parameter returns unit to factory setting.

P215 mA Trim

Used to calibrate the output for 20 mA.

Values Range: -1.00 to 1.000

Related Parameters • P214 mA Trim

Adjust this value so the device indicates 20.00mA when P215 is accessed. Clearing this

parameter returns unit to factory setting.

P219 mA Output Fail-Safe

Use for mA fail-safe operation, independent of the Fail-Safe Material Level (P071).

0 Off (pre-set) mA output responds to Failsafe Material Level

1 HI produce the Span mA output immediately

2 LO produce the Empty mA output immediately

Values

3HOLd last known value is held until normal operation

resumes

Profile Record Parameters (P330 to P337)

WARNING: These parameters are for authorized service personnel or

Technicians familiar with Milltronics echo processing techniques.

These features can record up to 10 Echo profiles, initiated manually (P330), or

automatically (P331). See Scope displays (P810) for echo profile viewing

hardware/software requirements. If 10 Profiles are already saved, addresses 1 through

10 are filled, and the oldest automatically initiated record is overwritten. Manually

initiated records are not automatically overwritten. All records are automatically deleted

in the event of a power interruption.

When a record is displayed, results are based on current programming (which may have

been altered since the record was saved), so the effect on the echo profile can be

observed when changing an echo parameter.

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Parameters

P330 Profile Record.

Records profiles for later viewing.

In addition to being a profile records library, this provides two functions:

• manually records and saves echo profiles

• displays an echo profile, recorded manually or automatically, (oscilloscope)

Selecting a record address

1. Enter PROGRAM mode and press TOGGLE key twice to highlight the index field. The

field shows two underscores _ _

_ __ _

_ _.

2. Type the index number. The profile record information is shown.

3. Use ARROW keys and to scroll through the records.

Recording a profile manually

Press the TRANSDUCER key to fire the transducer and record the echo profile into

the internal scope buffer for display.

Saving a manual record

Press the ENTER key to copy the echo profile record in the scope buffer and save it

in the selected address in the record library. The parameter value field displays the new

record information.

Displaying a record

Press the AUXILIARY key to enter display auxiliary mode and then:

1. Press to display the time the profile was taken.

2. Press to display the date the profile was taken.

3. Press the TRANSDUCER key to copy the current echo profile into the scope buffer

for display on an oscilloscope or in Dolphin Plus.

To delete a record

Press the CANCEL key and then the ENTER key to delete the echo profile

record in the selected address. The value returns to - - - -

- - - -- - - -

- - - -.

P331 Auto Record Enable

Enables or disables the Auto Profile Record function.

0Off

Values 1On

P333 Auto Record Interval

Sets the allowable time lapse (in minutes) after an Auto Profile Record is saved before

another Auto Profile Record can be saved (subject to all other restrictions).

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Range:

0.0 to 9999

(minutes)

Values Pre-set: 120 minutes

Auto Record ON and OFF Setpoint Parameters (P334 to

P337)

Use Auto Record ON Setpoint (P334) and Auto Record OFF Setpoint (P335) to define the

level boundaries that trigger an Auto Profile Record of an Echo Profile.

If ---- is displayed for either P334 or P335, Auto Profile Records are saved, regardless of

current level (subject to all other restrictions).

Enter the level value in Units (P005) or percent of Span (P007) relative to Empty (P006).

P334 Auto Record ON Setpoint

Sets the critical level which, along with Auto Record OFF

OFFOFF

OFF Setpoint, defines the

boundaries for Auto Profile Records to be saved.

Values Range:

-999 to 9999

Related Parameters

• P335 Auto Record OFF

• P336 Auto Record Filling/Emptying

• P337 Auto Record LOE Time

P335 Auto Record OFF Setpoint

Sets the critical level which, along with Auto Record ON

ONON

ON Setpoint, defines the

boundaries for Auto Profile Records to be saved.

Values Range:

-999 to 9999

Related Parameters

• P334 Auto Record ON

• P336 Auto Record Filling/Emptying

• P337 Auto Record LOE Time

P336 Auto Record Filling/Emptying

Restricts Auto Profile Records from being saved unless the level is rising, falling, or both.

0Auto Profile Record on filling or emptying

1Auto Profile Record on filling only

Values

2Auto Profile Record on emptying only

Related Parameters

• P334 Auto Record ON

• P335 Auto Record OFF

• P337 Auto Record LOE Time

• P702 Filling Indicator

• P703 Emptying Indicator

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If the level changes at a greater rate than the corresponding Filling/Emptying Indicator

(P702/P703) values, the Echo Profile is saved subject to this and other Auto Profile

Record restrictions.

P337 Auto Record LOE Time

Limits Auto Profile Records from being saved unless extended LOE occurs.

Range: 0.0 to 9999

(seconds)

Values Pre-set: 0.0

Related Parameters • P334 Auto Record ON

• P335 Auto Record OFF

• P336 Auto Record Filling/Emptying

If the LOE condition exceeds the period entered the Echo Profile is saved. When set for 0

0 0

(zero) LOE is not required for an Auto Profile Record to be saved.

Installation Records Parameter

P341 Run Time

Shows the accumulated number of days the IQ Radar 300 has been operating.

Values (view only) Display:

0.0 to 9999 (days)

Range Calibration Parameters

P652 Offset Correction

Shows the offset value applied to the reading as a correction to the measurement.

Range:

-999 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 0

Note: This parameter is automatically set when you enter parameter P004. This parameter may

also have been factory set to a specific value to accommodate options such as horn and

waveguide antenna systems. A tag on the instrument will specify the P652 value when these

options have been supplied.

P655 Propagation Factor

Compensates for the change in the microwave velocity, as compared with propagation

in free space, when propagation is within a stillpipe (metal).

Range:

0.000 to 1.000

Values Pre-set: 1

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Parameters

Pipe Size (i.d.) Propagation Factor

50mm (2”)0.827

80mm (3”)0.915

100mm (4”)0.955

150mm (6”)0.980

20 mm (8”)0.990

Consult the factory for other sizes and propagation factor numbers.[Tim: who at the

factory?]

Note:

: :

: For waveguide antennas used as stillpipes, this value is on the product tag.

The propagation factor is constant for a given

pipe diameter, or can be determined by

comparing the radar distance reading to the

actual process material distance (measured

from the face of the IQ 300 flange).

actual distance = p.f.

IQ 300 distance

Using the readings shown:

10.42m = 0.827

12.6m

Enter the propagation factor: 0.827

0.8270.827

0.827

Rate Parameters

These parameters determine how material level changes are reported.

P700 Maximum Fill Rate

Adjusts the IQ 300 response to increases in the actual material level (or an advance to a

higher Failsafe Material Level, P071).

Values

ValuesValues

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999 (stored in meters)

Altered by

Altered byAltered by

Altered by • P003 Measurement Response

Related Parameters

Related ParametersRelated Parameters

Related Parameters

• P005 Units

• P007 Span

• P071 Fail-Safe Material Level

Enter a value slightly greater than the maximum vessel filling rate. This value, in Units

(P005) or % of Span (P007) per minute, is automatically altered when Maximum Process

Speed (P003) is altered.

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P003 Value Meters/Minute

10.1

310

4 100

5 1000

P701 Maximum Empty Rate

Adjusts the IQ 300 response to decreases in the actual material level (or an advance to a

lower Failsafe Material Level, P071).

Values

ValuesValues

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999 (stored in meters)

Altered by

Altered byAltered by

Altered by • P003 Measurement Response

Related Parameters

Related ParametersRelated Parameters

Related Parameters

• P005 Units

• P007 Span

• P071 Fail-Safe Material Level

Enter a value slightly greater than the vessel’s maximum emptying rate. This value, in

Units (P005) or % of Span (P007) per minute, is automatically altered when Measurement

Response Speed (P003) is altered. Any emptying rate above this value will trigger any

alarms set to Rate.

P003 Value Meters/Minute

10.1

310

4 100

5 1000

P704 Rate Filter

Damps Rate Value (P707) fluctuations.

0rate display not required

1continuously filtered and updated

Values

2update rate (use P705/P706)

Alters • P707 Rate Value

Related Parameters • P705 Rate Update Time

• P706 Rate Update Distance

Enter the time or distance interval over which the Rate Value is to be calculated before

the display updates.

This is automatically altered along with Measurement Response Speed (P003).

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P705 Rate Update Time

Sets the time period (in seconds) over which the material level rate of change is

averaged before Rate Value update.

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999

Related Parameter • P707 Rate Value

P706 Rate Update Distance

The material level change (in metres) to initiate a Rate Value update.

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999

Related Parameter • P707 Rate Value

P707 Rate Value

The rate of material level change (in Units (P005) or % of Span (P007) per minute).

Values (view only) Display: -999 to 9999

Altered By • P704 Rate Filler

Related Parameters • P005 Units

• P007 Span

A negative rate indicates the vessel is emptying.

Measurement Verification Parameters

P710 Fuzz Filter

Stabilizes the reported level due to level fluctuations (such as a rippling or splashing

liquid surface) within the Echo Lock Window (P713).

Values Range: 0 to 100 (0= off)

Altered by • P003 Measurement Response

Related Parameters • P007 Span

• P713 Echo Lock Window

This value (in % of Span, P007) is automatically altered when Measurement Response

Speed (P003) changes. The higher the value entered, the greater the range of stabilized

fluctuation.

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P711 Echo Lock

Selects the measurement verification process.

0off

1maximum verification

2material agitator

Values

3total lock

Related Parameters

• P700 Maximum Fill Rate

• P701 Maximum Empty Rate

• P712 Echo Lock Sampling

• P713 Echo Lock Window

• P820 Algorithm

If a material agitator (mixer) is used in the vessel monitored, set Echo Lock to 1

(maximum verification) or 2

2 (material agitator) to avoid agitator blade detection. To avoid

stationary blade detection, ensure the agitator is always ON while the IQ 300 is

monitoring the vessel.

When set for 1 (maximum verification) or 2 (material agitator), a new measurement

outside of the Echo Lock Window (P713) must meet the sampling criterion (P712).

For 3 (total lock), Echo Lock Window (P713) is pre-set to 0

(zero). The IQ 300 continuously

searches for the best echo according to the algorithm chosen (P820). If the selected

echo is within the window, the window is then centered about the echo. If not, the

window widens with each successive shot until the selected echo is within the window.

The window then returns to its normal width.

When Echo Lock is 0 (off) the IQ 300 responds immediately to a new measurement, as

restricted by the Max Fill/Empty Rate (P700/P701). However, measurement reliability is

affected.

P712 Echo Lock Sampling

Sets the number of consecutive echoes appearing above or below the echo currently

locked onto. Sampling ratio must occur before the measurements are validated as the

new reading (for Echo Lock P711 values: 1 or 2).

Range: 1:1 to 99:99

Values Format: x:y

• x = the number of above echoes

• y = the number of below echoes

Related Parameter • P711 Echo Lock

P711 value P712 pre-set value

1: max verification 5:5

2: material agitator 5:2

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Example Settings:

• P711 = 2: material agitator

• P712 = 5:2

Results:

• A new reading will not be validated unless 5 consecutive measurements higher or

2 consecutive measurements lower than the current reading occurs.

Note: Resetting P711 returns P712 to the respective pre-set values.

P713 Echo Lock Window

Adjusts the new measurement changes permitted before the Echo Lock is applied.

Range: 0.000 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 0.000

Altered by • P003 Maximum Process Speed

Related Parameters • P005 Units

• P711 Echo Lock

The Echo Lock Window is a “distance window” (Units, P005) centered on the echo and

used to derive the Reading. When a new measurement is in the window, it is re-

centered and the new Reading calculated. Otherwise, the new measurement is verified

by Echo Lock (P711) before the reading is updated.

When 0 is entered, the window is automatically calculated after each measurement. For

slower values, the window is narrow; for faster P003 values, the window is wider.

Communication Parameters

The IQ 300 uses Modbus to establish communication parameters. To set the IQ 300 to

either local programming or remote programming, go to P799. The Modbus Register

Map is on.

P770 Serial Protocol

Sets the communications protocol used on the RS-485 port.

0Communications disabled

1Internal use only

2Modbus ASCII slave serial protocol

Values

3Modbus RTU slave serial protocol

P771 Protocol Address

Allocates the unique identifier of the IQ 300 on the network for the RS-485 port.

Range: 0 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 1

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For devices connected with a serial Modbus slave protocol, this parameter is a number

from 1-247. The network administrator must ensure that all devices on the network have

unique addresses. Do not use the value 0

0 (zero) for Modbus communications because

this is the broadcast address and is inappropriate for a slave device.

P772 Baud Rate

Sets the communication rate with the master device.

4.8 4800 baud

9.6 9600 baud

19.2 19,200 baud

Values

38.4 38,400 baud

This specifies the rate of communication in Kbaud. Any value may be entered, but only

the values shown are supported. The baud rate should reflect the speed of the

connected hardware and protocol used.

P773 Parity

Sets the serial port parity for the RS-485 port.

0No Parity (default)

1Odd Parity

Values

2Even Parity

Note: Ensure that the communications parameters are identical between the IQ

Radar 300 and all connected devices.

Data Bits and Stop Bits

There are eight data bits and one stop bit.

P799 Communications Control

This parameter determines the read/write access to parameters via remote

communications. If it has a value of 0, then the user can only read parameters. If it has a

value of 1, then the user can read and write parameters. If it has a value of 2, then the

user can read/write P799, but can only read other parameters.

0Read only

1Read/write

Values

2Restricted access – read only except for P799 which is read/writ

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Parameters

Note: P000 and P799 are exclusive, but locks can be implemented in different ways.

• HART lock device command sets P000 to a locked value and sets P799 to 2

• The hand programmer retains control if P000 is set to UNLOCK.

Echo Processing Parameters

P800 Near Blanking

Sets the amount of blanking as measured from the flange face and extending into the

measurement range. See Blanking on page 46.

Range: 0 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 0.4m

Enter value in units of P005.

Note:

::: This parameter may be set at the factory. If so, the appropriate values appear

on the product tag.

P801 Range Extension

Sets the amount of range extension as measured from the empty distance (P006) and

extending into the far-end blanking. See Blanking on page 46.

Range: 0 to 99%

Values Pre-set: 5%

Enter value as a % of P006. The distance below empty is not blanked.

For tanks with conical or parabolic bottoms, increase this parameter to ensure that an

empty tank reads empty.

P804 Confidence Threshold

Sets the minimum echo confidence in dB that the echo must meet in order to prevent a

loss of echo condition and the expiration of the fail-safe timer (P070).

Range: 0 to 99

Values Pre-set: 5

Related Parameters • P070 Fail-Safe Timer

P805 Echo Confidence

Measures echo reliability.

Values (view only) Display: 0 to 99

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Related Parameters • P804 Confidence Threshold

P806 Echo Strength

Displays the strength of the selected echo, in dB above 1 µV rms.

Values (view only) Display: 0 to 9

P807 Noise

Displays the average and peak ambient noise (in dB above 1 µV RMS) being processed.

x = average (-9 to 99)

Values (view only) y = peak (-9 to 99)

The noise level is a combination of transient noise and electrical noise (receiving

circuitry).

Algorithm Parameters

P820 Algorithm

Selects the algorithm to be applied to the echo profile in order to extract the true echo.

[verify chart]

1ALF = flat A

Area, L

Largest, and F

First average

2A = flat A

Area only

3L = flat L

Largest only

4F= flat F

First only

5AL = flat A

Area and L

Largest average

6AF = flat A

Area and F

First average

7LF = flat L

Largest and F

First average

8bLF = smooth L

Largest or F

First

9bL = smooth L

Largest only

Values

10 bF = smooth F

First only

Select 1 for most applications and all mounting locations except the center of the vessel.

Select 6 for the center of the vessel mounting location and for still pipes and waveguide

antennas used as stillpipes.

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TVT Adjustment Parameters

The following parameters are for authorized Milltronics Service personnel or

Technicians familiar with Milltronics echo processing techniques.

P830 TVT Type

Selects the TVT Curve used.

1reserved

2reserved

3reserved

4Smooth 2 (Factory Set)

5reserved

Values

6reserved

Related Parameters • P835 TVT Slope Min

Select the TVT type which gives the highest confidence (P805) under all level conditions.

Use this parameter with caution, and do not use TVT Slopes with the bF or bLF

Algorithm (P820).

P831 TVT Shaper

Turns the TVT Shaper ON

ONON

ON or OFF

OFFOFF

OFF.

0off

Values 1

1on

Related Parameters • P832 TVT Shaper Adjust

Turn the TVT Shaper ON before using P832, and afterwards turn the TVT Shaper ON and

OFF while monitoring the effect to pick up the true echo.

P832 TVT Shaper Adjust

Allows manual adjustment of the TVT curve.

Range: -50 to 50

Values Pre-set: 0

Related Parameters • P831 TVT Shaper

Use this feature to bias the shape of the TVT curve to avoid crossing false echoes from

fixed objects.

Adjustment to this parameter is best done while viewing the echo profile with Dolphin

Plus. Refer to the Dolphin Plus online help for details. The TVT curve is divided into 40

breakpoints, accessible by enabling the point number as the breakpoint index field. Each

breakpoint is normalized to a value of 0, as displayed in the parameter value field. By

changing the breakpoint value, up or down, the intensity of the bias applied to that

breakpoint of the curve is respectively changed. By changing the value of adjacent

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Parameters

breakpoints, the effective bias to the shaper can be broadened to suit the desired

correction. In the case of multiple false echoes, shaping can be applied along different

points of the curve. Shaping should be applied sparingly in order to avoid missing the

true echo.

To change a breakpoint:

1. Confirm that P831, TVT shaper, is ON.

2. Go to P832

3. Press twice to highlight the index value

4. Press or to scroll through the 40 points (or type in the desired point)

5. Enter the value from –50 to 50

6. Press

P833 TVT Start Min

Use this feature to adjust the TVT Curve height to ignore false echoes (or pick up true

echoes) near the start of the Echo Profile.

Range: 30 to 225

Values Pre-set: 50

Related Parameters • P834 TVT Start Duration

Enter the minimum TVT Curve start point (in dB above 1 uV RMS).

This feature should only be used if increased Near Blanking (P800) would extend farther

than desired into the measurement range.

P834 TVT Start Duration

Use this feature in conjunction with TVT Start Min (P833) to ignore false echoes (or pick

up true echoes) near the start of the Echo Profile.

Range: 0 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 30

Related Parameters • P833 TVT Start Min

• P835 TVT Slope Min 77

Enter the time (in ms) for the TVT Curve to decrease from the TVT Start Min (P833) point

to the TVT Curve baseline.

P835 TVT Slope Min

Enter the minimum slope (in dB/s) for the middle of the TVT Curve.

Range: 0 to 9999

Values Pre-set: 200

Related • P834 TVT Start Duration

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Parameters

Use this feature to adjust the slope declination, and use it in conjunction with TVT Start

Duration (when a long flat TVT Type is selected) to ensure the TVT Curve remains above

the false echoes in the middle of the Echo Profile. Alternatively, if TVT Type is set for TVT

TVTTVT

TVT

Slopes

SlopesSlopes

Slopes (P830 = 6), pre-set is 2000.

P837 Auto Near TVT

Use this feature to adjust the TVT Curve height to ignore false echoes near the start of

the Echo Profile by placing the TVT above the current signal from 0m to 2m (78”).

If the IQ 300 displays a full level, or if the reading fluctuates between a high level and a

correct level, set this parameter to elevate the TVT in this region and to de-sensitize the

receiver from any ‘base noise’ caused by internal antenna reflections and/or standpipe

echoes.

Entry:

0 = Off (not used)

1 = Use Learned TVT

2 = Learn

Set Up:

1. Make sure material is at least 2.5m (78”) away.

2. Press the PROGRAM key , press the TOGGLE

key , and then select P833.

3. Press ‘2’ and then press the ENTER key .

4. Press ‘1’ and then press the ENTER key .

Press the PROGRAM key to return to RUN mode.

Test Parameters

P900 Software Revision

Displays the EPROM software revision level.

Values (view only) Range: 00.00 to 99.99

P901 Memory

Tests the memory. Test is initiated by scrolling to the parameter or repeated by pressing

the ENTER key .

PASS normal

Values (view only) FAIL consult Milltronics

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P904 Keypad

Press each keypad key in the following sequence:

As each key is pressed, the associated keypad number is displayed. On successful test

completion, the display reads PASS

PASSPASS

PASS. The display reads FAIL if a key is pressed out of

sequence or the programmer keypad malfunctions.

P911 mA Output Value

Displays the current value of the mA output in MilliAmps.

Values Range: 0.00 to 20.00

When P201 is set to 0 (manual), a test value can be entered and the displayed value is

transmitted to the output. Upon returning to the run mode, this value will remain. For all

other mA output functions, this parameter is read only.

P920 Reading Measurement

Displays the reading measurement that the unit is programmed for in RUN mode (P001,

operation).

Values (view only) units showing Level/Space/Distance

P921 Material Measurement

Displays the reading measurement as though the unit were programmed to read Level

(P001 = 1).

P922 Space Measurement

Displays the reading measurement as though the unit were programmed to read Space

(P001 = 2).

P923 Distance Measurement

Displays the reading measurement as though the unit were programmed to read

Distance (P001 = 3).

P924 Volume Measurement

The calculated vessel capacity in Max Volume (P051) or % of Max Volume.

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Parameters

Values Range: 0.000 to 9999

Related Parameters • P051 Maximum volume

P999 Master Reset

Resets parameters to their factory setting.

1. Press the PROGRAM

key to activate the

PROGRAM mode.

2. Enter 999.

3. Press the CANCEL key

and then the

ENTER key to Clear

All and initiate reset.

4. Reset complete. Note:

reset takes several

seconds to complete.

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Communications

Communications: Modbus Register Map

The memory map of the IQ-300 occupies the Modbus holding registers (R40,001 and up).

A description of the types of data is on the following pages. The table legend is at the

bottom of the table. This map is used when protocol is Modbus RTU slave or Modbus

ASCII slave. The table legend is located at the end of the table.

Legend

Type The type of data held in the group of registers.

Start The first register to hold the referenced data.

Data Type The possible values of the data in the register. See Data Types on page 85 for

more information.

Description The type of data held in the individual registers.

#R The number of registers used for the referenced data.

Read/Write Indicates whether the register is readable, writeable, or both.

Type Description Start #R 8Data Type Read/

Write

ID Milltronics Product Code 40,064 1 3 R

Single Parameter Access (SPA) R40,090 7 see appendix III

Reading (1) 41,010 1 -20,000 to 20,000 R

Point

Data Volume (1) 41,020 1 -20,000 to 20,000 R

I/O

Data mA Output 41,110 1 0000 to 20,000 R/W

Parameter Access 43,997 to 44,999 R/W

The IQ Radar 300 was designed to make it easy for master devices to get useful

information via Modbus. This chart gives an overview of the different sections. A more

detailed explanation of each section follows below.

Product ID (R40,064)

This value identifies the Milltronics device type. For the IQ Radar 300, the value is 3.

Point Data (R41,010 – R41,031)

Measurement point data contains the current reading on the instrument. This is the

same as shown on the device’s LCD for reading, and volume for the measurement point.

The reading is based on the unit’s operation, and could be level, distance, or volume.

See the IQ 300 Parameter Descriptions on page 55 for details.

8 Maximum registers shown, fewer may be used depending on options installed.

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The measurement registers is 41,010.

The available register

Data Registers Parameter

Reading 41,010 P920

Volume 41,020 P924

Temperature 41,030 and 41,031 P912

The reading is expressed as a percentage of full scale, multiplied by 100:

Reading Value

0 0.00%

5000 50.00%

7564 75.64%

20,000 200.00%

Input/Output (R41,070 – R41,143)

The IQ 300 has one mA output.

mA Output (R41,110)

The mA output is scaled from 0 to 2,000 (0 to 20mA multiplied by 100). Displayed in P911.

Parameter Access (R43,997 – R46,999)

Parameter values are given as integers in the range of registers from R44,000 to R44,999.

The last three numbers of the register correspond to the parameter number.

Parameter Register # Format Register # Parameter #

44,000 46,000 P000

44,001 46,001 P001

44,002 46002 P002

………

44,999 46,999 P999

The parameters are usually all read/write.

Note:

• Parameters P000 and P999 are read only. If P000 is set to LOCK ON then all of

the parameters are read only.

• Parameter P999 (Master Reset) cannot be used via Modbus.

• See Data Types on page 85 for a description of the different types of data

associated with different parameters.

However, before a parameter can be read or written to, the format (where decimal place

is) and the indexes must be defined.

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Format Word (R43,997)

Format word is an unsigned integer that contains a value that represents a certain

decimal offset.

The decimal offset indicates how the remote system must interpret the integer value

that is stored in the parameter access register. The following table shows how different

parameter values can be shown based on a register value (integer) of 1234.

Decimal Offset Example

0 0 1,234

1-1 12,340

2 -2 123,400

3-3 1,234,000

4 -4 12,340,000

5-5 123,400,000

6 +1 123.4

7+2 12.34

8 +3 1.234

9Percent 12.34%

Examples of using the format word for both the index values and the decimal offset

value are shown below:

Format Decimal

3 3 right

8 3 left

9percent

Primary Index (P43,999) and Secondary Index

(P43,998)

Many parameters are indexed. There are two possible indexes, a primary index and a

secondary index. If there is not an index, enter a value of 1

Reading Parameters

To read parameter values, follow the steps listed in either the Global or the Parameter

Specific Index Method that follow. You must be able to program your HMI or SCADA

system before completing these methods.

1. Write the primary index value into R43,999.

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This is a value between 0 and 40 which specifies the input or output indexed by the

parameter.

Examples (P920, primary index 1)

2. Write the secondary index value into R43,998.

This is a value between 0 and 40 that specifies the secondary index on the parameter.

This value is usually 0.

3. Write the desired format value into R43,997 [such as??].

4. Read the value from the appropriate parameter register.

Types of values are:

• Numeric Values on page 85.

• Split Values on page 85.

• Text Messages on page 86.

A value of 22,222 indicates that an error has occurred. Specify a different format type

and try again.

Writing Parameters

The method of writing parameters is similar to the method of reading them. Become

familiar with Reading Parameters, page 83, before attempting to write any parameters.

Writing parameter values to the IQ 300:

1. Write the primary index value into R43,999.

2. Write the secondary index value into R43,998.

3. Write the desired format value into R43,997.

4. Write the value to the appropriate parameter register.

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Communications: Data Types

The IQ Radar 300 parameters do not always use integers to hold values. For the

convenience of the programmer, those values are converted to and from a 16-bit integer

number. This section describes the conversion process.

Numeric Values

Numeric parameter values are the most common. For example, parameter P920

(Reading) returns a number that represents the current reading (either level or volume,

depending on the IQ-300 configuration).

Numeric values are requested or set in units or percent of span, and may be specified

using a number of decimal places.

Numeric values must be in the range -20,000 to +20,000 to be valid. If a parameter is

requested and its value is more than +20,000, the number 32,767 is returned; if it is less

than -20,000, the number -32,768 is returned. If this overflow happens, decrease the

number of decimal places.

If a parameter cannot be expressed in terms of percent of span, or has no meaningful

value, the number 22,222 is returned. Try requesting the parameter in units, or refer to

the Parameter Description section on page 55 for an explanation of the format and use

of the requested parameter.

Split Values

Certain parameters are actually a pair of numbers separated by a colon, using this

format: xx:yy.

One example is P807 (Transducer Noise) where:

xx = the average noise value in dB.

yy = the peak noise in dB.

The number which corresponds to xx:yy, for either reading or setting a parameter,

is determined by the following formula:

For storing to the device:

value = (xx + 128) x 256 + (yy + 128)

For reading from the device:

xx = (value / 256) – 128

yy = (value % 256) – 128

Where:

% is the modulus operator.

The modulus can be computed by following these steps:

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value1 = value / 256

value2 = remainder of value1

value3 = value2 x 256

yy = value3 – 128

It may simplify Parameter to notice:

xx = (most significant byte of value) – 128

yy = (least significant byte of value) – 128

Text Messages

If a device parameter returns a text message, that message is converted to an integer

and is then provided in the register. The numbers are shown in the following table:

Number Text Message as displayed on LCD

22222 Invalid value

30000 Off

30001 On

30002 ≡ ≡ ≡ ≡

30003 (parameter does not exist)

30004 Err

30005 Err1

30006 Open

30007 Short

30008 Pass

30009 Fail

30010 Hold

30011 Lo

30012 Hi

30013 De

30014 En

30015 (parameter has not been set)

-32768 Value is less than -20,000

32767 Value is greater than 20,000

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Error Handling

Modbus Responses

When polled by a Modbus Master, a slave device will do one of the following:

1. Not reply. Which means that something went wrong with the transmission of the

message.

2. Echo back the command with the correct response (see the Modbus specification for

more details). This is the normal response.

3. Return an Exception Code. This reflects an error in the message.

IQ Radar 300 uses the following exception codes:

Code Name Meaning

01 Illegal Function The function code received in the query is not

an allowable action for the slave.

02 Illegal Data Address The data address received in the query is not

an allowable address for the slave.

03 Illegal Data Value A value contained in the query data field is not

an allowable value for the slave.

Error Handling

Errors can be traced to two general sources:

5. There is an error in transmission.

oror

6. The host tries to do something that is not a valid action.

In the first case, the IQ 300 does not respond and the master waits for a Response Time

Out error, which causes the master to re-send the message.

In the second case, it depends on what the host tries to do. In general, IQ 300 will not

give an error to the host request. Various actions and the expected outcome are as

follows:

• the host reads an invalid register, the host will get an undetermined value back.

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• If the host writes an invalid register (a non-existing parameter or a read only

parameter), the value will be ignored and no error response will be made.

However, the current value will not reflect the desired new value.

• If the host writes a read only register, then the value will be ignored and no error

response will be made. However, the current value will not reflect the desired new

value.

• If P000 is activated, then the value will be ignored and no error response will be

made. However, the current value will not reflect the desired new value.

• If the host attempts to write one or more registers that are out of range, an

exception response code 2 or 3 is generated depending if the start address is valid.

• If the host attempts to read one or more registers that are out of range, an

exception response code of 2 or 3 is generated.

• If the host used an unsupported function code, an exception response code of 01

should be generated. However, this is not guaranteed and there may be no

response.

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Troubleshooting

Communication Troubleshooting

Generally

1. Check the following:

• There is power at the unit

• The LCD shows the relevant data

• The device can be programmed using the hand programmer

2. Check the wiring pin outs and verify that the connection is correct.

3. Verify that values in set-up parameters P770 to P773 match the settings in the computer

communicating with the unit.

4. Check that the port you are using on the computer is correct. Sometimes trying a

different Modbus driver will solve the problem. An easy stand-alone driver called

ModScan32 is available from Win-Tech at www.win-tech.com. We have found that this

driver is useful to test communications.

Specifically

1. You try to set an IQ 300 parameter via remote communications, but the parameter

remains unchanged.

• Some parameters can only be changed when the device is not scanning. Try

putting the device in program mode using the operating mode function.

• Try setting the parameter from the keypad. If it can not be set using the keypad,

check the lock parameter and set it to 1954.

• The communications control parameter P799 must be set to 1 to be able to write

parameter to the IQ 300.

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Troubleshooting

Operation Troubleshooting

Operating symptoms, probable causes, and resolutions.

Symptom Cause Action

display reads level or target is out of range • check specifications

• check parameters

display reads material build-up on antenna • clean

• re-locate IQ 300

display reads location or aiming:

• poor installation

• flange not level

• standpipe not vertical

• check to ensure standpipe is

vertical

display reads antenna malfunction:

• temperature too high

• physical damage

• excessive foam

• inspect

• use foam deflector or stilling

well

• relocate

• use a defoamer

Reading does not

change, but the

level does

IQ 300 processing wrong

echo, i.e. vessel wall, or

structural member

• re-locate IQ 300

• check standpipe for internal

burrs or welds

• increase blanking, P800

Measurement is

consistently off by a

constant amount

P006 not correct

P652 not correct

• Check distance from Flange

face to zero level (P006)

• Check offset value (P652) or

device tag

Screen blank power error • check nameplate rating

against voltage supply

• check power wiring or source

echo confidence weak • refer to P805

• use foam deflector or stilling

well

liquid surface vortexed • decrease measurement

response P003

• increase confidence

threshold P804

Reading erratic

material filling • re-locate IQ 300

Reading response

slow

P003 setting • increase response if possible

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Symptom Cause Action

Reads correctly but

occasionally reads

high when vessel is

not full

• detecting close range echo

• build up near top of tank or

nozzle

• water or other high εr

material in antenna threads

• wrong antenna choice for

application

• stand pipe problem

• increase blanking

• increase confidence

threshold P804

• rod extensions may be

required

• See Application Example:

Stillpipe on page 53

• material is within near

blanking zone

• tank near empty and low εr

material

• multiple echoes processed

• decrease blanking P800 (min.

0.4 m)

• raise IQ 300

• decrease range extension

• install still pipe deflector

(contact Milltronics)

• set P820 to ‘6’

• Standpipe too narrow for

length

• See Rod Extension

Requirements on page 26

Level reading lower

than material level

• Internal seam in standpipe • Inspect and remove seam

Maintenance

The IQ Radar 300 requires no maintenance or cleaning under normal operating

conditions.

Note: Under severe operating conditions, the antenna may require periodic cleaning.

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Appendix I

Alphabetical Parameter List

Parameter Name Parameter

Number

Page Number

Auto Near TVT 837 78

Auto Record

Filling/Emptying

336 66

Auto Record Enable 331 65

Auto Record LOE Time 337 67

Auto Record Interval 333 65

Auto Record Off Setpont 335 66

Auto Record On Setpoint 334 66

Algorithm 820 75

Antenna 004 56

Baud Rate 772 73

Breakpoint Levels P054 60

Confidence Threshold 804 74

Decimal Position 060 61

Distance Measurement 923 79

Echo Confidence 805 74

Echo Lock 711 71

Echo Lock Sampling 712 71

Echo Lock Window 713 72

Echo Strength 806 75

Empty 006 57

Fail-Safe Level Advance 072 62

Fail-Safe Material Level 070 62

Fail-Safe Timer 070 60

Fuzz Filter 710 70

Keypad 904 79

Lock 000 55

mA Function 201 63

mA Output Fail-Safe 219 64

04/ mA Output Setpoint 210 63

mA Output Value 911 79

mA Range 200 62

mA Setpoint 211 63

mA Trim 214/215 64/64

Master Reset 999 80

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Material 002 56

Material Measurement 921 79

Maximum Empty Rate 701 69

Maximum Fill Rate 700 68

Maximum Volume 051 59

Measurement Response 003 56

Memory 901 78

Minimum Reading 063 61

Near Blanking 800 68

Offset Correction 652 67

Offset Reading 062 61

Operation 001 55

Parity 773 73

Profile Record 330 65

Propagation Factor 655 67

Protocol Address 771 72

Rate Filter 704 69

Rate Update Distance 706 70

Rate Update Time 705 70

Rate Value 707 70

Range Extension 801 68

Reading Measurement 920 79

Run Time 341 67

Serial Protocol 770 72

Software Revision 900 78

Space Measurement 922 79

Span 007 57

Tank Dimension ‘A’052 59

Tank Dimension ‘L’053 59

Tank Shape 050 57

TVT Shaper Adjust 832 76

TVT Shaper 831 76

TVT Slope Min 835 77

TVT Start Duration 834 77

TVT Start Min 833 77

TVT Type 830 76

Units 005 57

Volume Breakpoints 055 60

Volume Measurements 924 79

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Appendix II

Programming Chart

Number Parameter Name Value

001 Operation

002 Material

003 Measurement Response

004 Antenna

005 Units

006 Empty

007 Span

050 Tank Shape

051 Max Volume

052 Tank Dimension ‘A’

053 Tank Dimension ‘L’

054 Breakpoint Level

055 Volume Breakpoints

060 Decimal Position

062 Offset Reading

063 Minimum Reading

070 Fail-Safe Timer

071 Fail-Safe Material Level

072 Fail-Safe Level Advance

200 mA Range

201 mA Range

210 0/4mA Output Setpoint

211 20mA Setpoint

214 mA Trim

215 mA Trim

219 mA Output Fail-Safe

330 Profile Record

331 Auto Record Enable

333 Auto Record Interval

334 Auto Record ON Setpoint

335 Auto record OFF Setpoint

336 Auto Record Filling/Emptying

337 Auto Record LOE Time

341 Run Time

652 Offset Correction

655 Propagation Factor

700 Maximum Fill Rate

701 Maximum Empty Rate

704 Rate Filter

705 Rate Update Time

706 Rate Update Distance

707 Rate Value

710 Fuzz Filter

711 Echo Lock

712 Echo Lock Sampling

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Number Parameter Name Value

713 Echo Lock Window

770 Serial Protocol

771 Protocol Address

772 Baud Rate

773 Parity

799 Communications Control

800 Near Blanking

801 Range Extension

804 Confidence Threshold

805 Echo Confidence

806 Echo Strength

807 Noise

820 Algorithm

825 Echo Marker Trigger

830 TVT Type

835 TVT Slope Min

837 Auto Near TVT

900 Software Revision

901 Memory

904 Keypag

911 mA Output Value

920 Reading Measurement

921 Material Measurement

922 Space Measurement

923 Distance Measurement

924 Volume Measurement

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Appendix III

Single Parameter Access (SPA)

This appendix provides advanced communication information to qualified personnel,

enabling access to any parameter value in any available format.

Built into the IQ Radar 300 is an advanced handshaking area used to read and write

single registers to the unit. This section performs function similar to the Parameter

Descriptions section on page 55, with two qualifiers:

1. Advanced section is more powerful and harder to program.

2. Advanced section only gives you access to one parameter at a time.

Mapping

Parameter Read and Write (40,090 – 40,097) is a series of eight registers used for

reading and writing parameter values to and from the IQ 300. The first three registers

are always unsigned integers representing parameters and index values. The second

five registers are the format and value(s) of the parameter.

All parameters normally accessed through the hand-held programmer are available

through these registers.

Address Description

40,090 Parameter (integer)

40,091 Primary Index (integer)

40,092 Secondary Index (integer)

40,093 Format word (bit mapped)

40,094 Read value, word 1

40,095 Read value, word 2

40,096 Write value, word 1

40,097 Write value, word 2

Reading Parameters

Complete the following to read parameters through Modbus:

1. Send the parameter, its primary index, and its secondary index (usually 0), and

format to registers 40,090 to 40,093.

2. Wait until you can read the written values from the registers (40,090 to 40,093) to

confirm that the operation is complete.

3. Read the value from registers 40,094 and 40,095.

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Writing Parameters

Complete the following to set parameters through Modbus:

1. Send the parameter, its primary index, and its secondary index (usually 0) to

registers 40,090, 40,091, and 40,092.

2. Write the value to registers 40,096 and 40,097.

3. Write the desired format word to register 40,093 to enable the IQ-300 to interpret

the value correctly.

Format Register

Bits Values Description

1-8 0-2 Error Code

9-11 0-7 3-bit number representing decimal offset

12 0/1 direction of offset (0 = right, 1 = left)

13 0/1 Numeric format: Fixed (0) or Float (1)

14 0/1 Read or Write of data, Read (0), Write (1)

15 0/1 Word order: Most Significant Word first (0), Least Significant

Word first (1)

16 Reserved

For example, to format the level reading so that it is shown in percent with two decimal

places shifted left, the format bits would look like this:

Bit Numbers 16151413121110090807060504030201

Bit Values 0000001000000000

reserved

most significant first

read

fixed format

offset direction to right

decimal offset of 2

no error code

The value sent to the IQ 300 is 0000001000000000 binary or 4608 decimal. The value 4608

46084608

4608

is sent as an integer to register 40,093 to format the output words 40,094 and 40,095

accordingly.

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If the numeric data type is set for integer and the value contains decimal places, they

are ignored. In this situation, use the decimal offset to ensure that you have an integer

value and then write your code to recognise and handle the decimal offset.

Error Codes

The error codes returned in the format area are 8-bit integers, found in the lowest 8 bits

of the format word. This allows for 256 potential error codes.

There are currently two error codes available in the IQ 300.

Values Description

0 No error

1 Data not available as percent (available as units)

2-255 Reserved

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Appendix IV

Temperature De-rating

Note:

Note:Note:

Note: UHMW-PE is limited to a maximum continuous service temperature of 80°C /

176°F.

Process temperature in degrees Celsius at IQ 300 flange.

ambient temperature in degrees Celsius at enclosure

e.g. If the IQ 300 is operating in an ambient temperature of 60 °C, then

the maximum process temperature allowable at the flange is 100 °C.

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Rod Antenna ANSI Hole Pattern, 150#9, 10

Rod Antenna DN Hole Pattern, PN169, 10

9 UHMW-PE antennas are rated to a maximum of 80°C (176°F) of continuous duty.

10 Customer to provide adequate bolting to retain vessel pressure and provide sufficient sealing.

temperature (˚C)

2”

4”

”

6”

pressure (bar, gauge)

temperature (˚C)

50mm

100mm

80mm

150mm

pressure (bar, gauge)

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Appendix IV

Rod Antenna Threaded Connection

Rod Antenna Sanitary Connection11

11 UHMW-PE antennas are rated to a maximum of 80°C (176°F) of continuous duty; however,

they can be used for periods of up to 3 hours at temperatures up to 120°C (248°F) at 1 bar pressure.

temperature (˚C)

2”

4”

3”

pressure (bar, gauge)

temperature (˚C)

1½” and 2”

pressure (bar, gauge)

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Horn Antenna or Wave Guide – ANSI Hole

Pattern, 150#12

Horn Antenna or Wave Guide DN Hole Pattern,

PN1612

12 Customer to provide adequate bolting and flat-faced gasket to retain vessel pressure and

provide sufficient sealing.

temperature (˚C)

3”

6”

4”

8”

pressure (bar, gauge)

temperature (˚C)

80mm

150mm

100mm

200mm

pressure (bar, gauge)

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Appendix IV

Horn Antenna Sanitary Connection

45.0

-50 100 150 200

5.0

10.0

15.0

20.0

25.0

30.0

35.0

40.0

pressure (bar, gauge)

temperature (˚C)

4” PTFE

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Appendix V

BZT Approval – English

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und PostRegulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Telecommunications

TelecommunicationsTelecommunications

Telecommunications

Decree 39/1998

Decree 39/1998Decree 39/1998

Decree 39/1998

General Licence No. 826 Intended for common use when employing transmission and reception plants of

General Licence No. 826 Intended for common use when employing transmission and reception plants ofGeneral Licence No. 826 Intended for common use when employing transmission and reception plants of

General Licence No. 826 Intended for common use when employing transmission and reception plants of

MILLTRONICS LIMITED company, Worcester, England.

MILLTRONICS LIMITED company, Worcester, England.MILLTRONICS LIMITED company, Worcester, England.

MILLTRONICS LIMITED company, Worcester, England.

1. Based on § 47 par. 1 and 5 of the Telecommunications Law (TKG) from July 25th, 1996 (BGBI. I.S. 1120, the

frequency 5.8 GHz is assigned as General Assignment for common use when employing transmission and

reception radio plants distributed by MILLTRONICS LIMITED company, Worcester, England, and characterized by

the designation “IQ Radar”. These radio plants are used for level measurement in chemical Industry plants with

maximum radiating capacity of 30uW and a bandwidth of up to 1.3GHz. This General Assignment does not exclude

further assignments of the same frequency for similar or equal purposes when using other devices.

2. The radio plants must be identified as follows: “Bundesadler”(Federal Eagle Symbol), assignment number “BZT

G750826K”, company name “MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England” and identification “IQ Radar”.

3. The use of this frequency must not Interfere with other telecommunication or radio plants.

4. This General Assignment does not provide any protection for users of such radio plants against frequency

interferences by users operating in the same frequency range.

Additional Information for the distributor and users of radio plants sold under this General Assignment

Additional Information for the distributor and users of radio plants sold under this General AssignmentAdditional Information for the distributor and users of radio plants sold under this General Assignment

Additional Information for the distributor and users of radio plants sold under this General Assignment

1. There is no need for particular frequency assignment or for conformity rating as ruled by §61 of the

Telecomunications Law. If the radio plants sold for this frequency use and for this purpose comply electrically and

mechanically with a design technically proofed by an accredited testing lab and if they are identified as described

under #2 of the above mentioned regulations.

2. The identification label must be applied to the radio devices’ enclosure, either on a nameplate or in an appropriate

location on the enclosure. When stamped or engraved, it must be visible. The identification must be time and

wear resistant and must be fixed in such a way to the enclosure, in order that any attempted removal of the latter

will cause it to tear. It must always be visible from the outside.

3. The distributing company has to add a complete reprint of this General Assignment to each device for sale under

the above mentioned approval.

4. The General Assignment allows for interconnection of the radio plants with other telecommunication plants,

provided there is a need to do so. In this case, the corresponding technical requirements and legal requirements

for telecommunication must be respected. If the telecommunication plants to be interconnected with the radio

plants are linked to public telecommunication networks, the interconnection is subject to a preceding written

authorization by the Telecommunications and Mail Regulation Service. For further information, please contact the

responsible offices of this Service.

5. The above mentioned transmission and reception radio plants must comply with the EMVG directives, and

consequently include CE identification.

6. The General Assignment does not deal with the security of persons in electromagnetic fields, nor with the

electrical or mechanical security of radio plants, including antenna plants. Those are subject to special

regulations and directives.

7. The General Assignment only applies to frequency use in its legal aspect for telecommunication. It does not

involve any other directives, even if they concern legal aspects for telecommunication, and third-party rights,

particularly additional permissions and approvals, if required, with regards to construction and private jurisdiction,

for example.

Gazette 7/98

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BZT Approval – German Original Text

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und PostRegulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post

Fernmeldewesen

FernmeldewesenFernmeldewesen

Fernmeldewesen

Vfg 39/1998

Vfg 39/1998Vfg 39/1998

Vfg 39/1998

Allgemeinzuteilung Nr. 826 für die Benutzung durch die Allgemeinheit unter Verwendung von Sende- und

Allgemeinzuteilung Nr. 826 für die Benutzung durch die Allgemeinheit unter Verwendung von Sende- undAllgemeinzuteilung Nr. 826 für die Benutzung durch die Allgemeinheit unter Verwendung von Sende- und

Allgemeinzuteilung Nr. 826 für die Benutzung durch die Allgemeinheit unter Verwendung von Sende- und

Empfangsfunkanlange der Firma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England.

Empfangsfunkanlange der Firma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England.Empfangsfunkanlange der Firma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England.

Empfangsfunkanlange der Firma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England.

1. Hiermit wird auf Grund § 47 Abs. 1 und 5 des Telekommunikationsgesetzes (TKG) vom 25. Juli 1996 (BGBI. I S. 1120)

die Frequenz 5,8 GHz

Frequenz 5,8 GHzFrequenz 5,8 GHz

Frequenz 5,8 GHz als Allgemeinzuteilung für die Benutzung durch die Allgemeinheit unter Verwendung von

Sende- und Empfangsfunkanlagen der Vertriebsfirma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England

Vertriebsfirma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, EnglandVertriebsfirma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England

Vertriebsfirma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England, mit der

Typenbezeichnung “IQ Radar

IQ RadarIQ Radar

IQ Radar” zugeteilt, Diese Funkanlagen dienen der Füllstandsmessung in Anlagen der

Füllstandsmessung in Anlagen derFüllstandsmessung in Anlagen der

Füllstandsmessung in Anlagen der

chemischen Industrie

chemischen Industriechemischen Industrie

chemischen Industrie mit einer Strahlungsleistung von maximal 30 uW und einer belegten Bandbreite von bis zu

1,3 GHz. Diese Allgemeinzuteilung schließt weitere Zuteilungen der gleichen Frequenz zu ähnlichen oder gleichen

Zwecken unter Verwendung anderer Geräte nicht aus.

2. Die Funkanlagen sind wie folgt zu kennzeichnen: Bundesadler

BundesadlerBundesadler

Bundesadler, Zulassungsnummer “BZT G750826K

BZT G750826KBZT G750826K

BZT G750826K”, sowie der

Name der Vertriebsfirma MILLTRONICS LIMITED, Worcester, England und der Typenbezeichnung “

IQ Radar

”.

3. Im Rahmen dieser Frequenznutzung dürfen andere Telekommunikationsanlagen sowie andere Funkanlagen nicht

gestört werden.

4. Im Rahmen dieser Allgemeinzuteilung besteht für die Benutzer solcher Funkanlagen keinerlei Schutz vor

frequenzmäßigen Beeinträchtigungen durch andere Frequenznutzer im gleichen Frequenzbereich.

Zusatzhinweise für die Vertriebsfirma und die Benutzer einer unter dieser Allgemeinzeteilung in den

Zusatzhinweise für die Vertriebsfirma und die Benutzer einer unter dieser Allgemeinzeteilung in denZusatzhinweise für die Vertriebsfirma und die Benutzer einer unter dieser Allgemeinzeteilung in den

Zusatzhinweise für die Vertriebsfirma und die Benutzer einer unter dieser Allgemeinzeteilung in den

Verkehr gebrachten Funkanlage

Verkehr gebrachten FunkanlageVerkehr gebrachten Funkanlage

Verkehr gebrachten Funkanlage

1. Es bedarf keiner weiteren Frequenzzuteilung und keiner Konformitätsbewertung im Sinne des § 61 TKG im

einzelnen, wenn die für diese Frequenznutzung und diesen Verwendungszweck in Verkehr gebrachten

Funkanlagen mit dem bei einem akkreditierten Prüflabor technisch geprüften Baumuster elektrisch und

mechanisch übereinstimmen und wie unter Ziffer 2 der o. a. Bestimmungen beschrieben, gekennzeichnet sind.

2.2.

2. Die Kennzeichnung ist am Gehäuse der Funkanlagen, entweder auf einem Typenschild oder an örtllich

zusammenhängender Stelle, wenn die Form einer Prägung oder Gravur gewählt wird, an gut sichtbarer Stelle

anzubringen. Die Kennzeichnung muß dauerhaft und abnutzungssicher ausgeführt und so mit dem Gehäuse

Die Kennzeichnung muß dauerhaft und abnutzungssicher ausgeführt und so mit dem GehäuseDie Kennzeichnung muß dauerhaft und abnutzungssicher ausgeführt und so mit dem Gehäuse

Die Kennzeichnung muß dauerhaft und abnutzungssicher ausgeführt und so mit dem Gehäuse

verbunden sein, daß sie beim Entfernen zerstört wird. Sie muß von außen jederzeit sichtbar sein.

verbunden sein, daß sie beim Entfernen zerstört wird. Sie muß von außen jederzeit sichtbar sein.verbunden sein, daß sie beim Entfernen zerstört wird. Sie muß von außen jederzeit sichtbar sein.

verbunden sein, daß sie beim Entfernen zerstört wird. Sie muß von außen jederzeit sichtbar sein.

3. Die Vertriebsfirma dieser Funkanlagen ist verpflichtet, jedem unter dem o. g. Zulassungszeichen in den Verkehr zu

bringenden Funkgerät einen vollständigen Nachdruck dieser Allgemeinzuteilung beizufügen.

4. Auf Grund dieser allgemeinen Frequenzzuteilung düfen diese Funkanlagen mit anderen Telekommunikationsanlagen

zusammengeschaltet werden, soweit dafür ein Bedarf besteht und die jeweiligen technischen und

telekommunikationsrechtlichen Anforderungen erfüllt werden.

Sofern die Telekommunikationsanlangen, mit denen diese Funkanlagen zusammenschaltet werden sollen, mit

öffentlichen Telekommunikationszetzen verbunden sind, bedarf diese Zusammenschaltung der vorherigen

schriftlichen Genehmigung der Regulierungsbehörde für Telekommunikation und Post (Reg TP). Entspreschende

Auskünfte erteilen die zuständigen Außenstellen der Reg TP.

5. Die obengenannten Sende- und Empfangsfunkanlagen müssen die Vorschriften des EMVG erfüllen, also auch

eine CE-Kennzeichnung tragen.

6. Diese allgemeine Frequenzzuteilung hat weder die Sicherheit von Personen in elektromagnetischen Feldern noch die

elektrische und mechanische Sicherheit der Funkanlagen einschließlich der Antennenanlagen zum Gegenstand.

Hierfür gelten die einschlägigen Bestimmungen und Vorschriften.

7. Diese allgemeine Frequenzzuteilung betrifft nur telekommunikationsrechtliche Aspekte der Frequenznutzung.

Sonstige Vorschriften, auch telekommunikationsrechtlicher Art, und Rechte Dritter, insbesondere ggf. zusätzliche

erforderliche Zulassungen und Genehmigungen, z. B. baurechtlicher oder privatrechtlicher Art bleiben unberührt.

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