GE PT878GC User Manual

TransPort™ PT878GCPortable Gas Flowmeter

April 2004xTable of Contents (cont.)Chapter 9: Servicing the PT878GCEntering the Service Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2Pri

Programming Site Data 4-39April 2004Entering the Analog OutputThe Analog Output option enables you to enter information to set up output parameters.

April 20044-40 Programming Site DataEntering the Analog Output (cont.)2. The next prompt asks you to select the analog output type from a number of ch

Programming Site Data 4-41April 2004Entering the Analog Output (cont.)3. The next prompt asks you to enter the zero (base) value for the analog outpu

April 20044-42 Programming Site DataEntering the Digital OutputWhile resembling the Analog Output option, the Digital Output option enables you to set

Programming Site Data 4-43April 2004Entering the Digital Output (cont.)a. Press [ENTER] to open the drop-down menu.b. Scroll to the desired function.

April 20044-44 Programming Site DataEntering the Digital Output (cont.)d. The prompt then moves to a list of unit types. (The available units depend o

Programming Site Data 4-45April 2004Entering the Digital Output (cont.)If you entered Test Points:The prompt asks for the signal type from two choice

April 20044-46 Programming Site DataEntering User FunctionsUser functions enable you to perform mathematical equations on each measurement. You can al

Programming Site Data 4-47April 2004Entering User Functions (cont.)2. The next prompt asks you to create a label for the function. The label correspo

April 20044-48 Programming Site DataEntering User Functions (cont.)3. The next prompt asks for the Units Symbol. a. Press [ENTER] to reopen the text c

xiApril 2004Table of Contents (cont.)Chapter 10: Diagnostics and TroubleshootingError Code Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Programming Site Data 4-49April 2004Entering User Functions (cont.)Figure 4-23: The Function Creation Windowc. To enter a particular measured parame

April 20044-50 Programming Site DataEntering Correction FactorsThe final option in the Program Menu, Correction Factors, allows you to enter and modif

Programming Site Data 4-51April 2004Entering Reynolds Correction (cont.)b. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.Note: If you disable Reynolds Cor

April 20044-52 Programming Site DataEntering Reynolds Correction (cont.)b. Enter the desired measurement and units as described on page 4-40.c. Press

Programming Site Data 4-53April 2004Entering Reynolds Correction (cont.)e. When you have completed entering values, press [F3] (OK) to confirm the ta

April 20044-54 Programming Site DataEntering a Calibration Factor (cont.)1. The first prompt asks if you wish to enable the calibration factor. a. Use

Programming Site Data 4-55April 2004Entering a Calibration Factor (cont.)b. Enter the desired measurement and units as described on page 4-40.c. Pres

April 20044-56 Programming Site DataEntering a Calibration Factor (cont.)You have completed entering data for correction factors.• To confirm the entr

Creating and Managing Sites 5-1April 2004Chapter 5Creating and Managing Sites The PT878GC can store site data in files for current and future access.

April 20045-2 Creating and Managing SitesThe Site ManagerFrom the Site Menu, press [ENTER] to open the Site Manager. The screen appears similar to Fig

April 2004xiiTable of Contents (cont.)Chapter 11: SpecificationsOperation and Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-2Fluid Type

Creating and Managing Sites 5-3April 2004The Site Manager (cont.)Figure 5-3: The Site Manager Menu• To create a new site, go to page 5-4.• To open a

April 20045-4 Creating and Managing SitesCreating a New SiteTo create a new site in the Site Manager, press [MENU] in the Site Manager. Be sure the op

Creating and Managing Sites 5-5April 2004Creating a New Site (cont.)Figure 5-5: Template Confirmation WindowThe meter returns to Operate Mode, with

April 20045-6 Creating and Managing SitesOpening an Existing SiteIf you want to return to a second site that you have previously saved, first highligh

Creating and Managing Sites 5-7April 2004Saving a SiteYou can save the current site in one of two ways:• From the Site Menu, you can scroll down to t

April 20045-8 Creating and Managing SitesSaving a Site with a Different NameIf you want to save the current site with a different name, open the Site

Creating and Managing Sites 5-9April 2004Refreshing a SiteYou can refresh a site (updating the display with the most current information) in one of t

April 20045-10 Creating and Managing SitesDeleting a SiteTo delete a site in the Site Manager, first be sure you have highlighted that site in the lef

Creating and Managing Sites 5-11April 2004Creating a Site MessageThe Site Message option allows you to add an explanatory message (with up to 30 char

April 20045-12 Creating and Managing SitesCreating a Site Message (cont.)Figure 5-12: The Text Creation Window3. Use the four arrow keys to scroll to

xiiiApril 2004Table of Contents (cont.)Chapter 11: Specifications (cont.)Thickness Gauge Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Creating and Managing Sites 5-13April 2004Printing a FileTo print a file from the Site Manager, press [MENU] to enter the File Menu, press the [X] ar

April 20045-14 Creating and Managing SitesTransferring a Site to a PC (cont.)Figure 5-13: The IR_Inbox Folder with Transferred Site FileTransferring

Creating and Managing Sites 5-15April 2004Transferring a File from a PC to the PT878GCOnce you have stored site or meter files to a PC, you can then

April 20045-16 Creating and Managing SitesTransferring a File from a PC to the PT878GC (cont.)QuickBeam opens a window indicating that it is downloadi

Creating and Managing Sites 5-17April 2004Listing Files by NameIf you want to list your files alphabetically by site name within the Site Manager, pr

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-1April 2004Chapter 6Displaying and Configuring DataThe PT878GC allows you to view from one to four different measur

April 20046-2 Displaying and Configuring DataThe Format OptionThe first option on the menu, Format, allows you to specify the type of notation and the

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-3April 2004The Format Option (cont.)2. The second step asks you to choose the number of decimal places to be displa

April 20046-4 Displaying and Configuring DataThe View OptionThe second option, View, allows you to select the presentation of a parameter in one of th

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-5April 2004The Limits OptionOnce you have configured a parameter as a line or bar graph, you might need to change i

Features and Capabilities 1-1April 2004Chapter 1Features and CapabilitiesThe TransPort® Model PT878GC is a transit-time clamp-on gas flowmeter which c

April 20046-6 Displaying and Configuring DataThe Limits Option (cont.)4. The first prompt asks for the minimum value shown in the graph.a. Press [ENTE

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-7April 2004The Measurement OptionOn occasion, you might need to change the actual parameter measured in a given win

April 20046-8 Displaying and Configuring DataThe Measurement Option (cont.)Figure 6-5: The Measurement Menu WindowProgrammingSelect MeasurementCancel

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-9April 2004Customizing the Display ScreenYou might wish to display one or two parameters, or customize the soft key

April 20046-10 Displaying and Configuring DataSpecifying the Number of Displayed ParametersAs mentioned earlier, the PT878GC can display one to four d

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-11April 2004Customizing SoftkeysWhen the screen is in Operate mode, you might wish to access a particular submenu f

April 20046-12 Displaying and Configuring DataCustomizing Softkeys (cont.)Figure 6-9: The Configure FKey Window4. Press [ENTER] to open the menu drop

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-13April 2004Customizing Softkeys (cont.)Figure 6-10: The Display Screen with Modified Softkey• To clear a softkey:

April 20046-14 Displaying and Configuring DataManaging Files — The Drive ManagerOn occasion, you might want to review, print or transfer some or all o

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-15April 2004Managing Files — The Drive Manager (cont.)Figure 6-12: The File Manager MenuTo transfer, refresh or de

April 20041-2 Features and CapabilitiesOverview (cont.)The TransPort has the ability to store site data in files which can be accessed at a later time

April 20046-16 Displaying and Configuring DataRefreshing a FileYou can refresh a file (updating the display with the most current information) in one

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-17April 2004Transferring a File to a PC (cont.)Figure 6-13: The IR_Inbox Folder with Transferred FileTransferring

April 20046-18 Displaying and Configuring DataTransferring a File from a PC to the PT878GC (cont.)Note: For Windows NT 4.0, check that the QuickBeam s

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-19April 2004Deleting a FileTo delete a file in the File Manager, first be sure you have highlighted that site in th

April 20046-20 Displaying and Configuring DataListing Files by NameIf you want to list your files alphabetically by site name within the File Manager,

Displaying and Configuring Data 6-21April 2004Accessing Meter Data —The About OptionThe About option displays useful information concerning the model

Programming Meter Settings 7-1April 2004Chapter 7Programming Meter SettingsAlong with display formats and site data, PT878GC users can program global

April 20047-2 Programming Meter SettingsEntering the Meter MenuTo enter the Meter Menu, press the [MENU] key at the lower right of the PT878GC keypad

Programming Meter Settings 7-3April 2004Selecting Measurement UnitsThe first option, Units, enables you to select either English or Metric units as g

April 20047-4 Programming Meter SettingsSelecting Measurement Units (cont.)a. Press [ENTER] to open the drop-down menu.b. Use the [T] and [S] arrow k

Features and Capabilities 1-3April 2004System DescriptionThe TransPort is only one part of the flowmeter system. The other part of the system is the f

Programming Meter Settings 7-5April 2004The Battery ChargerThe Battery option allows you to monitor the current run time and status of the internal r

April 20047-6 Programming Meter SettingsThe Battery Charger (cont.)3. To condition the batteries, press the [ENTER] key. The “Condition Battery” wind

Programming Meter Settings 7-7April 2004Entering Date and Time In Operate mode, the Status Bar displays the current date and time above the measureme

April 20047-8 Programming Meter SettingsEntering Date and Time (cont.)To set the date:1. From the date text box, press the [T] key once to scroll to

Programming Meter Settings 7-9April 2004Changing Date and Time Appearance (Locale)In addition to setting the correct date and time, you can also chan

April 20047-10 Programming Meter SettingsChanging Date and Time Appearance (cont.)2. The first series of prompts asks you to select separator symbols

Programming Meter Settings 7-11April 2004Changing Date and Time Appearance (cont.)A line at the bottom, the Date/Time, Decimal Formats, displays how

April 20047-12 Programming Meter SettingsAdjusting the ContrastFor more comfortable viewing in a particular environment, the PT878GC enables you to a

Programming Meter Settings 7-13April 2004Adjusting the Contrast (cont.)•To confirm the entries and return to Operate mode, press [F3] (OK). • To leav

April 20047-14 Programming Meter SettingsSetting Backlight TimeoutBy using the Backlight Timeout option, you can set a specified time that the PT878G

April 20041-4 Features and CapabilitiesElectronics PackageThe TransPort consists of circuits that generate, receive, and measure the travel time of th

Programming Meter Settings 7-15April 2004Changing Communications ParametersOn occasion, you might need to change the parameters by which the PT878GC

April 20047-16 Programming Meter SettingsChanging Communications Settings (cont.)3. The next prompt asks you to select the communications interface f

Programming Meter Settings 7-17April 2004Changing Communications Settings (cont.)6. The next prompt asks you to select either one or two stop bits.Th

April 20047-18 Programming Meter SettingsResetting Forward and Reverse TotalsOn occasion, it might be necessary to clear and reset the forward and re

Programming Meter Settings 7-19April 2004Setting Up User TablesWhen you program user functions (see page 4-46), you can also support them with up to

April 20047-20 Programming Meter SettingsSetting up User Tables (cont.)3. The next step is to create a Table ID.a. Press [ENTER] to open the window.

Programming Meter Settings 7-21April 2004Setting up User Tables (cont.)4. The final prompt asks you to enter or change data in the user table.a. Pres

April 20047-22 Programming Meter SettingsSetting up User Tables (cont.)e. Repeat steps b, c and d on page 7-21 until you have completed entering data

Programming Meter Settings 7-23April 2004Taking a Bitmap Capture of a Current ScreenThe Snapshot option enables you to take a “screen capture” of the

Logging Data 8-1April 2004Chapter 8Logging DataA powerful and flexible feature of the PT878GC is data logging. The meter enables you to choose up to 1

Features and Capabilities 1-5April 2004Theory of OperationThe TransPort is a transit-time ultrasonic flowmeter. When ultrasonic pulses are transmitted

April 20048-2 Logging DataEntering the Logging MenuTo enter the Logging Menu, press the [MENU] key at the lower right of the PT878GC keypad. The Main

Logging Data 8-3April 2004The Log ManagerThe Log Manager offers users a way to check the status and memory size of all the logs currently pending, run

April 20048-4 Logging DataThe File MenuThe File Menu allows you, not only to create new logs, but also to copy, rename or delete logs, as well as to p

Logging Data 8-5April 2004Setting up a New LogThe New Log option enables you to create and set up parameters for a new log. You can access this option

April 20048-6 Logging DataSetting up a New Log (cont.)Figure 8-5: The General Log Format WindowTo step through each parameter, press the [T] key.1. T

Logging Data 8-7April 2004Setting up a New Log (cont.)3. The next prompt asks for the starting date and time.a. Press [ENTER] to enter the text box. T

April 20048-8 Logging DataSetting up a New Log (cont.)Figure 8-6: The Log Measurements WindowTo step through each entry, press the [T] key.1. Press [

Logging Data 8-9April 2004Setting up a New Log (cont.)Figure 8-7: The Select Measurement Window2. Scroll to the desired output type.3. Press [SEL] to

April 20048-10 Logging DataCopying (Cloning) a Selected LogIn the Clone Selected Log option, you can copy the parameters of a particular log, modify t

Logging Data 8-11April 2004Renaming a LogTo rename a log:1. First, select the log you wish to rename in the Log Manager (shown in Figure 8-3 on page 8

Initial Setup 2-1April 2004Chapter 2Initial SetupBefore making measurements, you must prepare the TransPort for operation. This includes the following

April 20048-12 Logging DataDeleting a Log (cont.)Figure 8-8: The Delete Confirmation WindowDeleting All LogsTo clear the Log Manager and memory of al

Logging Data 8-13April 2004Printing a LogTo print a file from the Log Manager:1. Highlight the desired log in the window on the left of the Log Manage

April 20048-14 Logging DataThe Log MenuThe Log Menu allows you to pause, restart or end any or all logs that are currently pending or running. (Howeve

Logging Data 8-15April 2004Stopping (Pausing) a LogTo stop a log that is currently pending or running, 1. First, select the log you wish to pause in

April 20048-16 Logging DataPausing All LogsTo pause all logs that are currently pending or running, open the Log menu, scroll to the Pause All Logs op

Logging Data 8-17April 2004The View MenuThrough the View menu, you can view the data of individual logs in graphical or spreadsheet formats. To open t

April 20048-18 Logging DataDisplaying Log DetailsTo view details of a given log, be sure the log is highlighted in the left window of the Log Manager.

Logging Data 8-19April 2004Displaying Log Data in Graphical FormTo view a log in graphical form, be sure the log is highlighted in the left window of

April 20048-20 Logging DataDisplaying Log Data in Graphical Form (cont.)Figure 8-13: The Y-Axis WindowThe Y-Axis window allows you to specify whether

Logging Data 8-21April 2004Displaying Log Data in Graphical Form (cont.)If you wish to alter the time scale, press [F2] (Time). The Enter Time window

April 2004Process Control InstrumentsTransPort™ PT878GC Portable Gas FlowmeterOperation & Installation Guide 910-229A

April 20042-2 Initial SetupMaking Electrical ConnectionsBefore making measurements with the TransPort, you must make all the necessary connections to

April 20048-22 Logging DataDisplaying Log Data in Spreadsheet FormTo view a log in spreadsheet form, be sure the log is highlighted in the left window

Logging Data 8-23April 2004The Sort MenuThe Sort Menu within the Log Manager allows you to arrange your log list either alphabetically (By Name) or ch

Servicing the PT878GC 9-1April 2004Chapter 9Servicing the PT878GCFor user convenience, the PT878GC offers a Service Menu. This menu enables users to p

April 20049-2 Servicing the PT878GCEntering the Service MenuTo enter the Service Menu, press the [MENU] key at the lower right of the PT878GC keypad.

Servicing the PT878GC 9-3April 2004Printing ReportsWhen used with an IR-compatible printer, the PT878GC can print out a variety of data (current site,

April 20049-4 Servicing the PT878GCPrinting Reports (cont.)Figure 9-3: Printout of a Typical Drive Report

Servicing the PT878GC 9-5April 2004Setting up the Thickness GaugeFor greatest accuracy in flow applications, the PT878GC can measure pipe wall thickne

April 20049-6 Servicing the PT878GCSetting up the Thickness Gauge (cont.)Calibrating the thickness gauge involves up to two additional steps:4. Calibr

Servicing the PT878GC 9-7April 2004Measuring Pipe Wall ThicknessEntering the Material and Sound SpeedIMPORTANT: GE Panametrics recommends calibrating

April 20049-8 Servicing the PT878GCEntering the Material and Sound Speed (cont.)If you have selected a preprogrammed material, you have completed ente

Initial Setup 2-3April 2004!WARNING! To ensure the safe operation of the TransPort, you must install and operate it as described in this manual. In ad

Servicing the PT878GC 9-9April 2004Measuring Thickness in Numeric FormatTo measure the actual thickness of a pipe, apply couplant to the calibrated th

April 20049-10 Servicing the PT878GCDisplaying the Receive Signal in Graphical FormatUsed chiefly for diagnostic purposes, the Graph option helps to d

Servicing the PT878GC 9-11April 2004Displaying the Receive Signal in Graphical Format (cont.)Figure 9-8: The Graph Window in Zoom Format• Press [F1]

April 20049-12 Servicing the PT878GCCalibrating the Thickness Gauge TransducerTo zero the transducer offsets, go to the Zero tab. Press the [W ] or [X

Servicing the PT878GC 9-13April 2004Calibrating the Thickness Gauge Transducer (cont.)a. Press [ENTER] to open the text box.b. Use the numeric keys to

April 20049-14 Servicing the PT878GCCalculating Velocity (Pipe Material Sound Speed)The nominal sound speed for your pipe material will give thickness

Servicing the PT878GC 9-15April 2004Calculating Velocity (Pipe Material Sound Speed) (cont.)2. To enter the block length (here, the thickness of the s

April 20049-16 Servicing the PT878GCCalculating Velocity (Pipe Material Sound Speed) (cont.)7. The “Calculated” box shows the thickness value measured

Servicing the PT878GC 9-17April 2004Programming the Thickness GaugeWhile the T-Gauge Display option allows you to program the appropriate material and

April 20049-18 Servicing the PT878GCProgramming the Thickness Gauge (cont.)1. Press the [T] arrow key to enter the window.2. The first prompt asks for

April 20042-4 Initial SetupAnalog Input/Output Connections (cont.)The Infrared Wireless InterfaceThe PT878GC comes equipped with an internal infrared

Servicing the PT878GC 9-19April 2004Programming the Thickness Gauge (cont.)6. The final value, the detection threshold, represents the percent of peak

April 20049-20 Servicing the PT878GCDisplaying Diagnostic ParametersThe Diagnostics option enables you to view current diagnostic parameters without h

Servicing the PT878GC 9-21April 2004Calibrating the Analog Output and InputsThe Calibration option allows you to calibrate the analog output and input

April 20049-22 Servicing the PT878GCCalibrating the Analog Output (cont.)1. Connect a digital multimeter or ammeter to the analog output.2. The next p

Servicing the PT878GC 9-23April 2004Calibrating InputsTo open the Inputs window, press the [X] arrow key and press [ENTER]. The screen appears similar

April 20049-24 Servicing the PT878GCCalibrating Inputs (cont.)4. Connect the current source to the input and set it to deliver the value entered in th

Servicing the PT878GC 9-25April 2004Setting up Signal ParametersThe Signal Setup option enables you to set parameters that affect the transducer signa

April 20049-26 Servicing the PT878GCSetting up Signal Parameters1. Press the [T] arrow key to enter the window.2. The first prompt asks for the Delta-

Servicing the PT878GC 9-27April 2004Setting up Signal Parameters (cont.)5. The next prompt asks for velocity averaging, the number of velocity measure

April 20049-28 Servicing the PT878GCSetting up the Measurement ModeThe PT878GC can take measurements in four different ways:Skan is a low resolution t

Initial Setup 2-5April 2004Charging and/or Replacing BatteriesThe PT878GC comes with self-contained, built-in rechargeable batteries to support portab

Servicing the PT878GC 9-29April 2004Setting up Measurement Mode (cont.)The first prompt asks for the measurement mode detection method. Use the [W ] a

April 20049-30 Servicing the PT878GCSetting Up Pulse/Code ParametersWhen you select the Skan detection method, you must also choose what type of signa

Servicing the PT878GC 9-31April 2004Setting Up Pulse/Code Parameters (cont.)2. The next prompt asks if you want to send a specific number of pulses. P

April 20049-32 Servicing the PT878GCSetting Error LimitsThe Error Limits option enables you to set limits for an incoming signal. When the signal fall

Servicing the PT878GC 9-33April 2004Setting Error Limits (cont.)d. Press the [X] arrow key to move to the maximum signal box, and repeat steps a, b an

April 20049-34 Servicing the PT878GCSetting Error Limits (cont.)Note: For the velocity and acceleration boxes, the F1 softkey toggles between English

Servicing the PT878GC 9-35April 2004The Test OptionWithin the Service Menu, the Test option includes seven tests to ensure that the PT878GC is perform

April 20049-36 Servicing the PT878GCTesting the ScreenTo test the proper functioning of the PT878GC screen, scroll to the Test Screen option in the Te

Servicing the PT878GC 9-37April 2004Testing the KeysThe Test Keys option checks the functioning of the various keys on the keypad. To start the test,

April 20049-38 Servicing the PT878GCTesting the Watchdog Timer CircuitThe PT878GC includes a watchdog timer circuit. If a software error causes the me

April 20042-6 Initial SetupReplacing the BatteriesCaution! Replace batteries only with the specified rechargeable batteries. The battery charges when

Servicing the PT878GC 9-39April 2004Setting Impulse ResponseThe Impulse Response option enables you to force the meter to transmit in one direction on

April 20049-40 Servicing the PT878GCSetting Impulse Response (cont.)2. The second prompt asks for the percent of gain.a. Press [ENTER] to open the tex

Servicing the PT878GC 9-41April 2004Testing the BatteryThe Battery Test option provides additional battery information for service troubleshooting. To

April 20049-42 Servicing the PT878GCResetting to Factory Default ParametersFor various reasons, you might wish to return the PT878GC to its original s

Servicing the PT878GC 9-43April 2004Updating PT878GC SoftwareBy using a Windows-based PC with an infrared adapter, PT878GC users can update the meter’

April 20049-44 Servicing the PT878GCUpdating Software Via IrOBEXTo begin updating software via IrOBEX, scroll down to the Flash Update entry in the Se

Servicing the PT878GC 9-45April 2004Updating Software Via IrOBEX (cont.)5. The meter now asks if you wish to reload the flash memory via the infrared

April 20049-46 Servicing the PT878GCUpdating Software Via IrCOMMNote: While Windows 95/98/98SE and NT (with QuickBeam) support IrCOMM, Windows 2000 an

Servicing the PT878GC 9-47April 2004Setting up the PC (cont.)Figure 9-29: Port Settings for COMM 4Installing New SoftwareTo begin the loading procedu

April 20049-48 Servicing the PT878GCInstalling New Software (cont.)1. As shown in Figure 9-30 on the previous page, the Flash Update option erases all

Initial Setup 2-7April 2004Powering On and OffTo operate the PT878GC, the power cord must be plugged into line voltage or the battery must be charged

Servicing the PT878GC 9-49April 2004Installing New Software (cont.)1. In the Hyperterminal window, pull down the Transfer menu and click Send File. A

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-1April 2004Chapter 10Diagnostics and TroubleshootingThe TransPort PT878GC is a reliable instrument that is easy to ma

April 200410-2 Diagnosis and TroubleshootingError Code MessagesError Code messages appear on the screen while you are displaying measurements. When lo

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-3April 2004Table 10-1: Error MessagesError Message ProblemPossible Cause ActionE0 No error. Displays briefly after t

April 200410-4 Diagnosis and TroubleshootingE3Ve lo cit y Range - Ve lo cit y exceeds pro-grammed limits. (Velocity limit is pro-grammed using the Ser

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-5April 2004E6Cycle skip, AccelerationPoor flow con-ditions or bad transducer spac-ing.Check transducer spacing as pro

April 200410-6 Diagnosis and TroubleshootingDisplaying Diagnostic ParametersAs part of its measurement menu, the PT878GC offers a list of diagnostic p

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-7April 2004P#up Displays signal peaks for the upstream transducer.100-900<100, >900P#dn Displays signal peaks f

April 200410-8 Diagnosis and TroubleshootingNorm Factor Displays the normalization factor. 0.85 - 1.0<0.85Threshold Up Displays the Percent of Pe

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-9April 2004Flowcell ProblemsFlowcell problems fall into two categories: gas problems and pipe problems. Read the foll

April 20042-8 Initial SetupPowering On and Off (cont.)After the meter conducts all the self checks, the screen then appears similar to the one shown i

April 200410-10 Diagnosis and TroubleshootingFluid Problems (cont.)3. THE GAS SOUND SPEED MUST NOT VARY EXCESSIVELY. The TransPort will tolerate relat

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting 10-11April 2004Transducer ProblemsUltrasonic transducers are rugged, reliable devices. However, they are subject to phys

Specifications 11-1April 2004Chapter 11SpecificationsThis section contains specifications for the following:• Operations and Performance• Electronics•

April 200411-2 SpecificationsOperation and PerformanceFluid TypesAcoustically conductive gases with minimum density requirements. See Table 3-1 on pag

Specifications 11-3April 2004Pressure Requirements, AirSee Table 3-1 on page 3-4.Pressure Requirements, Other GasesDependent upon gas composition, and

April 200411-4 SpecificationsElectronicsFlow MeasurementCorrelation Transit-Time modeEnclosuresSubmersible IP67DimensionsWeight: 3 lb (1.36 kg)

Specifications 11-5April 2004Standard Inputs/Outputs• One 0/4- to 20-mA current output• One user-selectable pulse (solid state, 5-V maximum) or freque

April 200411-6 SpecificationsClamp-On Ultrasonic Flow TransducersTemperature Range(s)Standard: –40° to 130°C (–40° to 266°F)Optional (overall range):

Specifications 11-7April 2004Transducer Cables• Standard: One pair of LEMO® coaxial transducer connectors with 25-ft (8-m) cables• Optional: 500-ft (1

April 200411-8 SpecificationsThickness Gauge OptionTransducerGE Panametrics dual element transducerPipe Thickness Range0.05 to 3 in. (1.3 to 76.2 mm)P

Initial Setup 2-9April 2004Powering On and Off (cont.)To turn the PT878GC off, press the red key for 3 seconds. The screen now appears similar to Figu

Menu Maps A-1April 2004Appendix AMenu MapsFigure A-1: The Main MenuMenuSiteProgram Meter LoggingServiceSee Figure A-2See Figures A-3 to A-7See Figu

Menu Maps A-2April 2004Figure A-2: The Site MenuMenuSiteFkeysClearF1ClearF2ClearF3FileDriveManagerMenu ItemManager Save1 View 2 Views 3

Menu Maps A-3April 2004Figure A-3: The Program Menu:Transducer, Lining, Fluid and Path OptionsMenuProgram Wetted Clamp-on(Preprogrammed

Menu Maps A-4April 2004Figure A-4: The Program Menu: Pipe OptionMenuProgram PipeMaterialSoundSpeedOther Brass Copper Glass Gold Inco

Menu Maps A-5April 2004Figure A-5: The Program Menu: Standard Volume OptionStandard VolumeAtmospheric PressureBase PressureBase TemperatureSettingsDi

Menu Maps A-6April 2004Figure A-6: The Program Menu: Scan/Measure, Analog Input and Analog Output OptionsMenuProgram(See Figure A-5)Note: Press [F2]

Menu Maps A-7April 2004Figure A-7: The Program Menu: Digital Output, User Function and Correction Factor OptionsMenuProgramDigitalOutputFunctionOff P

Menu Maps A-8April 2004Figure A-8: The Meter MenuUnitsBatteryDate/TimeConditionEnglish MetricDateTimeLocaleMeterMenuCommunicationsTotalsResetBoth

Menu Maps A-9April 2004Figure A-9: The Logging MenuLoggingMenuLog ManagerLog File New Clone Log

Menu Maps A-10April 2004Figure A-10: The Service MenuReportsT-Gauge DisplayT-Gauge SetupDiagnosticsServiceMenuSignal SetupCalibrateOutput In

April 20042-10 Initial SetupUsing the Screen and KeypadThe essential features for operating the TransPort are the screen and keypad. Although these fe

Menu Maps A-11April 2004Figure A-11: The Communications OptionMeterMenuCommunicationsNode IDComm InterfaceIrDAIR 232Baud Rate300 600 1200 2400

Establishing IR Communications with the PT878GC B-1April 2004Appendix BEstablishing IR Communications with the PT878GCAs discussed in Chapter 2, the P

April 2004B-2 Establishing IR Communications with the PT878GC*May require QuickBeam installation under some circumstances when Windows built-in suppor

Establishing IR Communications with the PT878GC B-3April 2004Windows Me/98SE/98/95The Windows 98SE and Me operating systems include IR drivers. Howeve

Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of Operation C-1April 2004Appendix CUltrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of OperationAll ultrasonic thickness gauging i

April 2004C-2 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of OperationFactors Affecting Performance and AccuracyA. Surface Condition - Loose or flaking scale, r

Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of Operation C-3April 2004As with any difficult application, experimentation with actual product samples is the best

April 2004C-4 Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of OperationRemember that an ultrasonic test measures thickness at only one point within the beam of t

Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge Theory of Operation C-5April 2004D. Taper or Eccentricity - If the contact surface and the back surface are tapered or ecce

Material Safety Data Sheet for Couplant D-1April 2004Appendix DMaterial Safety Data Sheets for CouplantsA variety of couplants are available for use

Initial Setup 2-11April 2004Screen (cont).The middle of the screen is the work area, which displays the measured parameters, numeric measurements, and

1April 2004IndexAAbout Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-21Acceleration Limit. . . . . . .

April 20042Index (cont.)CCalibrationAnalog Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-21Analog Output. .

3April 2004Index (cont.)DDampening Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-20Data Acquisition . . . . . .

April 20044Index (cont.)EElectricalConnections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2Electrical Conne

5April 2004Index (cont.)GGraph Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4HHelp. . . . . . . . .

April 20046Index (cont.)LLimits Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5Line Graph Display. .

7April 2004Index (cont.)MM>S Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25Main MenuMenu Map. .

April 20048Index (cont.)PParameters, Displayed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10Pathfor Clamp-on. . . . . . .

9April 2004Index (cont.)RRange. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-2Rangeability . .

April 200410Index (cont.)SSampling Waves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-40Schedule for Pipe Dimensio

iiiApril 2004WarrantyEach instrument manufactured by GE Panametrics is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Liability under

April 20042-12 Initial SetupKeypadThe PT878GC keypad has 25 keys. The functions for each key are as follows (see Figure 2-7 on the next page):• 3 func

11April 2004Index (cont.)Sound Speed, Calculating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14, 9-15Span (Full Scale) Valuefor Analog

April 200412Index (cont.)TTask Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12TemperatureOperating.

13April 2004Index (cont.)Entering Data for. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Materials . . . . . . . . .

April 200414Index (cont.)WWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iiiWatchdog Test . .

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Initial Setup 2-13April 2004Keypad (cont.)Figure 2-7: The TransPort PT878GC Keypad

April 20042-14 Initial SetupObtaining On-Line HelpThe TransPort offers on-line help screens that describe various features. You can access on-line hel

Installing the Dampening Material, Transducers and Fixtures 3-1April 2004Chapter 3Installing the Dampening Material, Transducers and FixturesSince the

April 20043-2 Installing the Dampening Material, Transducers and FixturesFigure 3-1: The V Series and PI FixturesPI FixtureLayout TapeChainStrapDummy

Installing the Dampening Material, Transducers and Fixtures 3-3April 2004Application RequirementsBefore you begin to use the PT878GC, you should ensur

Menu Maps 3-4April 2004*Use 200 kHzTable 3-1: PT878GC Installation RequirementsPipe Sizein. (mm)Transducer Frequency (MHz)Installation Requirements f

3-5April 2004Preparing the Pipe1. Locate a transducer measurement point with 20 diameters of upstream straight run pipe and 10 diameters of downstream

April 20043-6Performing a Pipe SurveyFinding a location where the pipe is concentric is important for optimum accuracy and performance. If possible, p

3-7April 2004Performing a Pipe Survey (cont.)4. Now measure the OD and the wall thickness at eight points along the pipe circumference at 45° interval

April 2004ivReturn PolicyIf a GE Panametrics instrument malfunctions within the warranty period, the following procedure must be completed:1. Notify G

April 20043-8Obtaining the Transducer Spacing1. Using the measured OD and the pipe wall thickness, program the PT878GC (discussed in Chapter 4, Progra

3-9April 2004Installing the V Series Clamping Fixture and TransducersNote: A complete installation involves the clamping fixture, transducers and damp

April 20043-10Installing the Fixture (cont.)The two fixture halves have measuring scales; ensure that the scales are on the same side of the fixture,

3-11April 2004Installing the Transducers1. Apply a bead of couplant 6 mm (0.25 in.) wide along the entire length of each transducer face, as shown in

April 20043-12Installing the Transducers (cont.)3. Slide the second mounting block to the calculated spacing plus the initial scale number selected fo

3-13April 2004Installing the PI Fixture and Transducers The PI clamping fixture holds transducers on pipes from 8 to 24 in. in diameter. It comes with

April 20043-14Surveying the Pipe (cont.)Figure 3-14: Marking the 3 o’Clock Position4. To find the coinciding point on the opposite site of the pipe (

3-15April 2004Surveying the Pipe (cont.)Figure 3-16: Measuring the 180° Point from Top and Bottom

April 20043-16Installing the First Bracket with a Chain or StrapThe following steps describe how to install the PI fixture with a supplied chain or st

3-17April 2004Installing the Second Bracket with a Chain or StrapNote: The following step requires the transducer spacing discussed on page 3-7.1. Mea

vApril 2004Table of ContentsChapter 1: Features and CapabilitiesOverview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

April 20043-18Installing the Second Bracket (cont.)The spacing should now appear similar to that shown in Figure 3-21 below.Figure 3-21: The Installe

3-19April 2004Installing the Second Bracket (cont.)Note: Do not slide the transducer with couplant along the surface of the pipe when mounting the tra

April 20043-20Installing Dampening MaterialGE Panametrics strongly recommends applying DMP dampening material in ALL clamp-on applications to help eli

3-21April 2004Installing DMP-1 Dampening Material with CFG-V Series Fixtures1. Be sure the CFG-V clamping fixture is installed on the pipe with the tr

April 20043-22Installing DMP-1 Dampening Material with CFG-V Series Fixtures (cont.)7. With a marker, trace around the transducer footprint, as shown

3-23April 2004Installing DMP-1 Dampening Material with CFG-V Series Fixtures (cont.)11. Lay the second strip of dampening material flat. Then cut the

April 20043-24Installing DMP-1 Dampening Material with PI Fixture1. Be sure the PI clamping fixture is installed onto the pipe with the transducers as

3-25April 2004Installing DMP-1 Dampening Material with PI FixtureFigure 3-28: Completed DMP-1 Installation

April 20043-26Installing DMP-3 Compound with All Fixtures1. Be sure the fixture and transducers are installed on the pipe as described in the previous

3-27April 2004Installing DMP-3 Compound with All Fixtures (cont.)6. Spread the DMP-3 material so that it covers the whole area under the fixture to a

April 2004viTable of Contents (cont.)Chapter 3: Installing the Dampening Material, Transducers and Fixtures (cont.)Installing Dampening Material. . .

April 20043-28Installing the PDJ Dampening JacketIf the pipe temperature is over 150°F, you must use the PDJ pipe dampening jacket with preapplied DMP

3-29April 2004Installing the PDJ Dampening Jacket (cont.)!WARNING!The pipe and the dripping fluid will cause severe burns upon contact with bare skin.

Programming Site Data 4-1April 2004Chapter 4Programming Site DataOn the PT878GC, a Program Menu (part of the Main Menu) enables you to enter informat

April 20044-2 Programming Site DataEntering the Program MenuTo enter the Program Menu, press the [MENU] key at the lower right of the PT878GC keypad.

Programming Site Data 4-3April 2004Entering Transducer ParametersTo enter the Transducer option, scroll to the Transducer entry on the Program Menu a

April 20044-4 Programming Site DataEntering Transducer Parameters (cont.)Note: The choices made earlier in the Transducer and Pipe options determine t

Programming Site Data 4-5April 2004Parameters for Special Transducers3. The prompt asks for the transducer frequency, to transmit a voltage at a rate

April 20044-6 Programming Site DataParameters for Special Transducers (cont.)7. Finally, the PT878GC requires the wedge sound speed.a. From the Wedge

Programming Site Data 4-7April 2004Entering Pipe ParametersTo enter the Pipe option, scroll to the Pipe entry on the Program Menu and press [ENTER].

April 20044-8 Programming Site DataEntering Pipe Parameters (cont.)1. The first prompt asks you to select the pipe material.a. Press [ENTER] to enter

viiApril 2004Table of Contents (cont.)Chapter 5: Creating and Managing SitesThe Site Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Programming Site Data 4-9April 2004Entering Pipe Parameters (cont.)2. At this point, the program follows one of two paths:a. If you have selected a p

April 20044-10 Programming Site DataEntering Pipe Parameters (cont.)If you select a material that has the Schedule option:a. The prompt asks if you wi

Programming Site Data 4-11April 2004Entering Pipe Lining ParametersTo enter the Lining option, scroll to the Lining entry on the Program Menu and pre

April 20044-12 Programming Site DataEntering Pipe Lining Parameters (cont.)Note: If your pipe lining is not on the drop-down list, consult GE Panametr

Programming Site Data 4-13April 2004Entering Fluid Types and SpeedsTo access the Fluid option, scroll to the Fluid entry on the Program Menu and pres

April 20044-14 Programming Site DataEntering Fluid Types and Speeds (cont.)b. Scroll to the appropriate entry. If you do not see your fluid on the lis

Programming Site Data 4-15April 2004Entering the Signal Path ParametersTo enter the Path option, scroll to the Path entry on the Program Menu and pre

April 20044-16 Programming Site DataPath Parameters for Clamp-On TransducersThe PT878GC path menu includes two parameters for clamp-on transducers:• T

Programming Site Data 4-17April 2004Entering the Standard Volume/Mass Flow ParametersThe Standard Volume/Mass Flow option enables you to correct stan

April 20044-18 Programming Site DataEntering the Standard Volume Parameters (cont.)2. The next prompt asks for the base pressure.a. Press [ENTER] to e

April 2004viiiTable of Contents (cont.)Chapter 7: Programming Meter SettingsEntering the Meter Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Programming Site Data 4-19April 2004Entering Inputs in the Standard Volume OptionTo enter input parameters in the Standard Volume/Mass Flow option, r

April 20044-20 Programming Site DataEntering Inputs in the Standard Volume Option (cont.)2. The next prompt appears if you have selected a fixed press

Programming Site Data 4-21April 2004Entering Inputs in the Standard Volume Option (cont.)Note: If you have switched both active inputs to #A (or to #

April 20044-22 Programming Site DataEntering Mass Flow ParametersTo enter mass flow parameters in the Standard Volume/Mass Flow option, press the [X]

Programming Site Data 4-23April 2004Entering Mass Flow Parameters (cont.)2. If you have enabled Mass Flow, the next prompt asks for the calculation m

April 20044-24 Programming Site DataEntering Skan/Measure ParametersIMPORTANT: Do not change the Skan/Measure parameters unless recommended by GE Pana

Programming Site Data 4-25April 2004Entering Skan/Measure Parameters (cont.)1. The first prompt asks for the Percent of Peak, which is used to calcul

April 20044-26 Programming Site DataEntering Skan/Measure Parameters (cont.)Pressing the [T] key highlights the Advanced prompt. To enter advanced par

Programming Site Data 4-27April 2004Entering Skan/Measure Parameters (cont.)6. The next prompt enables you to reset the size of the transmit window.

April 20044-28 Programming Site DataEntering Skan/Measure Integrate ParametersTo enter parameters for the Skan/Measure Integrate mode in the Skan/Meas

ixApril 2004Table of Contents (cont.)Chapter 8: Logging DataEntering the Logging Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2The Log Mana

Programming Site Data 4-29April 2004Entering Skan/Integrate Parameters (cont.)3. If you wish to use Measure Times only (instead of both Skan and Meas

April 20044-30 Programming Site DataEntering Skan/Measure Count ParametersTo open the Skan/Measure Count window in the Skan/Measure option, press the

Programming Site Data 4-31April 2004Entering Skan/Measure Count Parameters (cont.)3. The next prompt asks for the percentage of Noise Level.a. Press

April 20044-32 Programming Site DataEntering Skan/Correlation ParametersTo open the Skan/Correlation window in the Skan/Measure option, press the [X]

Programming Site Data 4-33April 2004Entering Skan/Correlation Parameters (cont.)2. Repeat step 1 to enter the maximum percentage of peak. 3. The next

April 20044-34 Programming Site DataEntering Analog InputsThe Analog Inputs option enables you to specify parameters for general purpose or standard v

Programming Site Data 4-35April 2004Entering General-Purpose Analog Inputs (cont.)2. The next prompt asks you to create a label for the input. The la

April 20044-36 Programming Site DataEntering General-Purpose Analog Inputs (cont.)3. The next prompt asks for the Units Symbol. a. Press [ENTER] to re

Programming Site Data 4-37April 2004Entering Analog Inputs in Standard Volume or Mass Flow OptionIf you have enabled the Standard Volume or Mass Flow

April 20044-38 Programming Site DataEntering Analog Inputs in the Standard Volume or Mass Flow Option (cont.)You have completed entering parameters in