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Assembly Instructions 

enCore FC 

Operating Instructions 

Page 95 of 120 

6.4.27  Pulse Output over MFA8 Board 

Host

enCore device

MFA8 board

SH

D2+ or D3+ or D4+

D2- or D3- or D4-

Message input 

board

max. 120 mA

max. 25 Hz

0V

max. 

28,8V

Fuse 0,2A

Fig. 6-32: Pulse output via MFA8 

Characteristics MFA8: 

three galvanically isolated passive output safe circuits for displaying
pulses

max. load per channel:

28.8 V DC 
120 mA 

max. pulse rate:

25 Hz 

max. cable length:

250 m 

Hints on parameterization 

Branch 

<device> – Basic System – I/O boards – 

Board <x>: MFA8 

Set the following values: 

channel 

D2+ D2−

D3+ D3− 

and 

D4+ D4−

: type 

Pulse output

Summary of Contents for enCore FC1

Page 1: ...FC1 OI EN h 2017 11 16 as of 2017 11 16 From Basic System version 03 22 Flow Computer Device Series enCore FC FC1 MC1 Manual Operating Instructions ...

Page 2: ...ay only be regarded as guidelines and must always be checked and if necessary corrected on a case by case basis This is particularly true where safety aspects are concerned Further support is available from your local office or representative The address can be found on the Internet or at Honeywell The passing on and reproduction of this manual or parts thereof is only permitted with the written p...

Page 3: ...Formats 17 2 3 4 Character Formats in Flow Charts 18 2 4 Limitation of Liability 19 2 5 Applicable Standards and Guidelines 20 3 Security considerations for your network 21 4 Safety 23 4 1 General Safety Instructions 23 4 2 Intended Use 25 4 3 Unacceptable use while Impaired 26 4 4 Operator Liability 26 5 Design and Function 28 5 1 Functional Description of enCore FC devices 28 5 1 1 Number of Str...

Page 4: ...54 6 4 1 General Recommendations for Signal and Data Cable 55 6 4 2 Pt100 EEx i via ExMFE5 Board 57 6 4 3 Pt100 EEx d via MFE7 Board 58 6 4 4 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx i via ExMFE5 Board 59 6 4 5 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx d via MFE7 Board without barrier 60 6 4 6 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx i via MFE7 Board barrier in sink mode 61 6 4 7 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx i...

Page 5: ...8 Gas Meter Turbine Encoder Index 2 LF HF Sensors EEx i via MFE7 Board 82 6 4 19 Gas Meter Turbine SMRI Bi directional 2 HF Sensors Flow Direction Detection EEx i via MFE7 Board 84 6 4 20 Gas Meter Turbine SMRI Bi directional Flow Direction Detection Internal EEx i via MFE7 Board 85 6 4 21 Q Sonic Ultrasound Gas Meter Serial RS485 EEx d via MFE7 Board 87 6 4 22 Q Sonic6 Ultrasound Gas Meter Serial...

Page 6: ... 105 8 4 Replacement Parts and Accessories 105 8 5 Warranty Conditions 106 9 Decommissioning Disposal 107 9 1 Storage 107 9 2 Disposal 108 10 Technical Data 109 10 1 General Information 109 10 2 Input channels 110 10 3 Outputs 111 10 4 Interfaces for Digital Communication 112 10 5 Data Protocols 112 10 5 1 Data protocols and its TCP default port Ethernet 113 10 6 Housing dimensions 114 10 6 1 1 3 ...

Page 7: ...Contents enCore FC Operating Instructions Page 7 of 120 12 Index 118 13 Appendix 120 ...

Page 8: ...as SFBs and on the other hand consist of application related functionalities which come with different Application Function Blocks abbreviated as AFB Owing to this modular design principle each device can be optimally adapted to individual requirements enSuite is the name of the PC software supporting all enCore devices along with a number of other Elster devices The enSuite software provides tool...

Page 9: ...est protocol 2 3 dispatch list delivery note manuals Instructions for Use in Legal Metrology FC1 only Operating Instructions enSuite installation CD USB cable Type A B accessories plugs incl housing 1 2 1 Honeywell Elster GmbH Contact Information You can contact our sales and service department at Elster GmbH manufacturer Steinern Straße 19 21 55252 Mainz Kastel Germany 1 Only for devices used in ...

Page 10: ...ing Instructions enCore FC Phone 49 6134 605 0 Email info elster com Website www elster instromet com You can reach our Technical Assistance Center TAC at Phone 49 231 937110 88 Email ElsterSupport Honeywell com Website www elster instromet com ...

Page 11: ...uidelines standards local accident prevention regulations and general safety regulations that apply for the enCore FC s area of application The illustrations in this manual serve to depict the facts that are being explained and therefore may differ from the actual design of the enCore FC depending on the configuration of the device and enSuite The data and material properties that are presented be...

Page 12: ...ecific location in which he or she works and is acquainted with the relevant standards and regulations authorized metrology expert A person who has the ability and is authorized because of his or her technical training knowledge and experience to carry out legally relevant tasks in gas systems within the scope of legal metrology An authorized metrology expert is acquainted with the relevant standa...

Page 13: ... and functions of the FC1 flow computer Operating Instructions This volume describes the assembly installation commissioning and maintenance of all enCore FC devices Configuration of Device Software This volume describes parameterizing devices of the enCore series with the software system enSuite the software download and further services Basic System with SFBs This volume describes the basic syst...

Page 14: ...terladen Zusätzlich stehen hier die Anleitung zur Operating Instructions sowie die Betriebsanleitung in digitaler Form zur Verfügung Die Dokumente in der Docuthek werden regelmäßig aktualisiert Manuals as product components The volume Use in Legal Metrology and this Operating Instructions are product components and delivered in printed form with the device Therefore these must always be kept in th...

Page 15: ... result in material damage and bodily harm or even death if disregarded Hazard warnings are described below DANGER WORD Type of danger Consequences in case of non compliance Avoiding danger The danger word signals the hazard level DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that leads to death or severe injuries WARNING indicates a possibly hazardous situation that may lead to death or seve...

Page 16: ... and information that make it easier for the user to operate the enCore FC Tips are described below Heading optional Hint text 2 3 2 Paragraph Formats This triangle prompts you for an action This character will show you the immediate result of your action For the enCore FC symbol the result of your operation is shown in running operation of the device after you have transferred an enSuite paramete...

Page 17: ...e blue text Tab Parameters Marking of graphic screen elements or messages which you find again on the screen These include for example menu items marking of tabs and parameters OK F1 Marking of buttons and keys are additionally framed with square brackets Modbus AFB Place holders are specified in angle brackets and represent the corresponding current value of your system as in the ex ample the nam...

Page 18: ...cter strings such as identifier for physical quantities directory or file names Table 2 1 Character formats 2 3 4 Character Formats in Flow Charts The individual elements are highlighted in the flow charts as shown in the following That way they can be distinguished properly even on a black and white printout Example Use V Input enSuite parameters are presented with square brackets and font color ...

Page 19: ...ope of delivery may differ from the explanations and de scriptions included here in case of special device designs the use of additional order options or because of the latest technical changes The obligations arranged in the delivery contract apply as do the General Terms and Conditions manufacturer delivery conditions and current legal regulations that apply at the time the contract was conclude...

Page 20: ... 61000 6 3 Electromagnetic compatibility Emission standard for residential commercial and light industrial environments EN 60079 0 Explosive atmospheres Equipment General requirements EN 60079 11 Explosive atmospheres Equipment protection by intrinsic safety i EN 60079 17 Explosive atmospheres Electrical installations inspection and maintenance EN 60079 25 Explosive atmospheres Intrinsically safe ...

Page 21: ...ort it directly to Honeywell FAQs 11 1 How to report a security vulnerability to Honeywell p 116 Enforce a strong password policy There are different attacks on passwords today so you should follow the best practices for managing your passwords Here are some of the best practices Always change default passwords Choose strong passwords Use a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters numbers an...

Page 22: ...ernal central accounting center resp control station and the internal network of the gas measuring plant Furthermore we recommend to allow protocols and ports only that are actually used for data exchange with the external network e g by adding these to the white list of the firewall 10 5 1 Data protocols and its TCP default port Ethernet p 113 For example Fig 3 1 Router and firewall between measu...

Page 23: ...re located in the potentially explosive area e g in zone 1 A mixed connection of intrinsically safe and non intrinsically safe circuits is not permitted for these assemblies Only measurement transmitters and pulse sensors that follow at least the requirements of the intrinsically safe protection class Ex ib Gb II C may be connected to the ExMFE5 assembly terminals provided for that purpose When us...

Page 24: ...ifications that were not expressly authorized by the manufacturer may be performed on the device The enCore FC device must not be exposed to temperatures below 25 C or above 60 C during storage A temperature that is between 10 C and 55 C must be en sured while the enCore FC device is being operated The power supply in enCore FC device is over a 24 V DC and this supply must be protected externally ...

Page 25: ...olume measured at the measurement conditions to base conditions volume conversion Moreover the corresponding thermal energy and mass can be calculated The measured and or calculated data can be recorded and monitored The FC1 can also carry out other functions and calculations depending on the scope of application e g volume or mass flow conversion for liquids Moreover the FC1 can also be used to m...

Page 26: ... are not permitted to operate assemble and configure the device The operator is responsible for the careful selection of the personnel 4 4 Operator Liability The enCore FC is used in industrial applications The operator of the device is therefore subject to legal obligations of occupational health and safety In addition to the safety instructions in these Operating Instructions current regulations...

Page 27: ...ration and maintenance The operator must ensure that all employees who work with the enCore FC have read and understood these Operating Instructions In addition the operator must train these personnel at regular intervals and inform them of the risks involved with the device The operator of the overall system in which the enCore FC is integrated must provide the personnel with the required protect...

Page 28: ...us measuring devices are connected to the device depending on the application e g gas meter pressure transmitter temperature transmitter and gas quality measurement device The enCore FC provides various interface options for the various types of measurement device types Device Type Connection Option gas meter pulse interface for turbine rotary piston or other pulse generating gas meters serial int...

Page 29: ... hardware settings and the soft ware configuration 5 1 2 International Standards Flow Computers of the enCore FC device series support the following international standards for the calculation of the gas characteristics which are used for flow conversion Which standards are supported in detail varies according to device type Value Selectable Calculation Standard compressibility AGA8 92 DC ISO 1221...

Page 30: ...and two RS232 RS422 RS485 serial interfaces Devices with protocol interfaces can be connected to these interfaces e g gas quality measuring devices Various other I O boards can be mounted from the rear side of the device The maximum number of boards depends upon the housing design A maximum of four process boards can be installed in a device with 1 3 overall width while a maximum of seven can be i...

Page 31: ...ds and possible limitations for the board equipment refer to chapter 5 5 Available Process Boards p 40 5 3 Operation Panel Fig 5 1 enCore FC operation panel example enCore FC1 1 navigation keys 2 function keys 3 touch screen 4 security switch 5 power LED 6 status LED 7 USB connection for PC connection 5 7 2 6 1 2 4 3 ...

Page 32: ... operating the display An acoustic signal is given out when a key is pressed 5 3 2 Touch Screen All the key functions can be executed from the touch screen An acoustic signal indicates that a function was activated Re calibration of the touch screen Elster calibrates the touch screen before delivery In case a re calibration should be necessary select in the home display of the device Info Display ...

Page 33: ...it shows the most important results of this functionality Depending on the AFB or functionality further information is displayed in subordinate device displays The basic display is displayed immediately after the device is started If no operation is performed during a preset time the device switches back to the basic display automatically For some device types it is parameterizable which display i...

Page 34: ...n tab Menu editor Home fest Single software modules like e g AFBs and further selected functionalities which shall be easily accessible e g time or language setting are represented with small symbols in this display The symbols are labelled with the name of the corresponding functionality AFBs are labelled with their user defined names if parameterized otherwise the default name is displayed Durin...

Page 35: ...ched the symbol of an AFB or any other selected func tionality the corresponding main display is shown Navigation options in other displays Most device displays show measurement results status information or settings When operating an enCore FC device hyperlinks and actions are distin guished Use hyperlinks to navigate through the device s displays and use actions to perform a specific functionali...

Page 36: ...y turning it clockwise until it stops The security switch is part of the enCore concept for limiting user rights A closed security switch can prevent certain actions of the user e g changing certain parameters or software downloads of legally relevant fiscal or operative non fiscal firmware module 5 3 5 LEDs Two multi colored LEDs are placed on the operation panel The power LED and the status LED ...

Page 37: ...icates that there is a pending or not accepted error of alarm or warning type The parameterized acceptance procedure branch Basic System System section Error List parameter Acceptance procedure defines the conditions under which errors can be accepted Only ack inactive events Errors cannot be accepted if they are still pending This setting is generally prescribed for devices which are used in the ...

Page 38: ... red continuous light The error list includes at least one alarm which fulfills one of the following conditions 7 The alarm has already ended but is not yet accepted The alarm is still pending but has already been accepted yellow continuous light The error list includes at least one warning fulfilling one of the following conditions 7 The warning has already ended but is not yet accepted The warni...

Page 39: ...C Operating Instructions Page 39 of 120 5 4 Interfaces Rear Side of Device Fig 5 3 Rear of device example 1 3 overall width 1 LAN interface Ethernet network 2 serial interfaces 3 24 V DC power supply 4 optional process boards 1 2 1 ...

Page 40: ...individual boards 6 3 Installation and Conversion of Process Boards p 48 This chapter describes the ways you can change the I O board equipment 6 4 Connection Diagrams p 54 This chapter includes connection diagrams for typical applications 5 5 1 ExMFE5 Process Board WARNING Risk of explosion A risk of explosion exists if lines are connected to the ExMFE5 board while the device is connected to the ...

Page 41: ...lly safe and non intrinsically safe circuits is not permitted for these assemblies Only measurement transmitters and pulse sensors that follow at least the requirements of the intrinsically safe protection class Ex ib Gb II C may be connected to the ExMFE5 assembly terminals provided for that purpose When using input boards of ExMFE5 type it is not permitted according to the EC type examination ce...

Page 42: ... is an associated electrical equipment according to EN50020 which provides five intrinsically safe input circuits of the category Ex ib Gb II C Three NAMUR inputs Z1 Z1 Z2 Z2 Z3 Z3 for signals LF pulses and HF pulses As an alternative the first channel is suitable for connecting an encoder index A resistance input in 4 wire technology I U U I An analog current input 4 20mA P P alter natively usabl...

Page 43: ...s an alter native the third channel D3 GND is suitable for connecting an encoder index As an alternative channels 2 and 3 D2 D3 GND can be used as a frequency input A RS485 serial interface RSA RSB GND Fig 5 5 5 5 3 MSER4 Process Board The process board MSER4 provides for four serial interfaces each for one protocol channel CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 Every protocol channel alternatively supports RS485 RS422 ...

Page 44: ...rnet network is available For a device in 1 3 overall width a maximum of one ESER4 board can be installed in slot 4 only For a device in 1 2 overall width up to two ESER4 boards can be installed in slots 6 and 7 only Fig 5 7 5 5 5 MFA8 Process Board The process board MFA8 provides eight output circuits One digital message output D1a D1b Three digital outputs D2 D2 D3 D3 D4 D4 for messages trigger ...

Page 45: ...rear of the device remain accessible The enCore FC must be installed in an Ex free plant room electrical room outside of Ex zones 0 1 and 2 in accordance with protection class IP 20 It is recommended that the enCore FC be installed in a swivel frame 6 1 Line Connection WARNING Risk of explosion A risk of explosion exists if lines are connected to the ExMFE5 board while the device is connected to t...

Page 46: ...must ensure that the plug connections for the gas meter pressure and temperature inputs of the ExMFE5 input board are inserted since this is the only way the minimum distance of 50 mm required in the relevant guidelines can be maintained The relevant installation guidelines must be observed when arranging the wiring The device lines must be free of tensile stress and must be provided with a kink p...

Page 47: ...1A time delay fuse It is recommended to operate the process computer in conjunction with an uninterruptible power supply Its design must comply with EN 60654 2 for direct current nominal voltage 24 V DC permitted range 20 4 V DC to 28 8 V DC switching time not exceeding 10 ms The external power supply must provide at least 12 W power With a mains voltage of 100 V up to 230 V for the uninterruptibl...

Page 48: ...hange the compilation of the process boards For safety reasons any modifications of the process board configuration should be carried out only by the manufacturer s service department or by an appropriately trained specialist working for the plant operator The housing of the device must be opened in order to add or change process boards The presence of a metrology expert may be required for this p...

Page 49: ...Incorrect replacement parts and accessories are a safety risk Incorrect or defective replacement parts and accessories may detract from safety and lead to damage malfunction or total device failure Use only original replacement parts and accessories from the manufacturer If required please contact our support staff directly 6 3 1 Insert a Process Board in a Free Board Slot The method used for chan...

Page 50: ...onnect the power supply Remove all the external cable connections from the device Remove the 4 mounting screws present on the rear of the device Positions A Fig 6 2 Rear side of the device example mounting screws are removed 8 The installation guide is located on the enSuite installation CD Alternatively you can download the PDF from the Elster website in the software downloads section www elster ...

Page 51: ...re FC Operating Instructions Page 51 of 120 Pull the board frame carefully and straight out of the housing Fig 6 3 Remove the board frame Fig 6 4 Removed board frame Check the position for the additional board number of board slot ...

Page 52: ...of the internal I O bus communication Insert the relevant jumpers in the suitable pin connector in order to define the number on the board Fig 6 5 and 6 6 jumper board position slot no 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Fig 6 5 Pin connector with jumper positions Remove the cover plate of the respective slot 2 screws Insert the board with the side meant for the process connection in the slot on the rear panel blue plu...

Page 53: ...ctor for the I O bus connection with safety clamp must face downwards to the bottom of the device tray Fig 6 6 Position B The pin connector must face upwards for defining the board number Fig 6 6 Position C Fig 6 6 Interior view of the board cage pin connector for I O bus connection with safety clamp pin connector for defining the board number in Fig 6 6 4 boards C B C B ...

Page 54: ...Core FC Connect the power supply Use the enSuite to edit the imported parameterization by taking into consideration the new board configuration Add the new board to the parameterization parameter branch Basic System I O boards section Board x and adjust all settings for its process connection Transfer the edited parameterization to the device Details on parameterization For details on the paramete...

Page 55: ...ctance smaller than 0 7 µH m Wire diameter greater or equal to 0 5 mm2 number of wires accor ding to the application stranded cable shielded together Screen at just one place preferably on enCore FC connected with PE The maximum cable length is dependent on the type of the signal refer to the following section for exact specifications Data Communication Connection The following standard minimum re...

Page 56: ... any places in case of data communication connections for every 470 Ω between R TA and U and also between R TB and SGND Other bus resis tors at every 120 Ω between R TA and R TB on both the physical ends of the cable are recommended for cable length from 200 m onwards Ethernet A standard type of cable is recommended for data communication connec tion via Ethernet according to Category 5 Cat 5 the ...

Page 57: ...ia ExMFE5 Characteristics ExMFE5 intrinsically safe galvanically isolated input safe circuits of the category Ex ib Gb II C for 4 wire PT100 temperature sensor active signal converter integrated in input as associated electrical equipment according to EN50020 max measurement error 0 05 of the measurement in the measuring range 10 to 60 C and between 0 to 40 C ambient temperature max cable length 5...

Page 58: ...a enCore device MFE7 board RI RU RU RI SH Pt100 EEx d Fig 6 8 Pt100 EEx d via MFE7 Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for 4 wire PT100 temperature sensor max measurement error 0 05 of the measurement in the measuring range 40 to 120 C and between 10 to 55 C ambient temperature max cable length 500 m ...

Page 59: ...ple Characteristics ExMFE5 intrinsically safe galvanically isolated input safe circuits of the category Ex ib Gb II C for transmitter with 4 20mA interface active signal converter integrated of the category associated electrical equipment according to EN50020 in input open curcuit voltage approx 18 V voltage at 20mA approx 10 6 V max load 300 Ω max measurement error 0 05 of the measurement in the ...

Page 60: ...arrier Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH Analog pressure transmitter 4 20 mA EEx d source mode Fig 6 10 Analog pressure transmitter EEx d via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit with 4 20 mA interface open circuit voltage approx 21 V voltage at 20 mA approx 12 6 V max load 600 Ω max measurement error 0 05 of the measurem...

Page 61: ... mode 6 4 6 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx i via MFE7 Board barrier in sink mode Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH Analog pressure transmitter 4 20 mA EEx i Isolated current repeater barrier sink mode source mode Fig 6 11 Analog pressure transmitter EEx i via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit with 4 20 mA interface...

Page 62: ...llowing values channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type Current input parameter Power supply value On source mode 6 4 7 Analog Measurement Transmitter EEx i via MFE7 Board barrier in source mode Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH Analog pressure transmitter 4 20 mA EEx i 0V 24V Isolated current repeater barrier source mode sink mode Fig 6 12 Analog pressure transmitter EEx i...

Page 63: ...terization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set the following values channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type Current input parameter Power supply value Off sink mode 6 4 8 HART Measurement Transmitter EEx i via ExMFE5 Board Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device ExMFE5 board P SH HART pressure transmitter EEx i HART temperature transmitter EEx i HART communicator P Fig 6 13 HART pressure and...

Page 64: ...eof max 1 transmitter in burst mode9 10 max cable length 250 m Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x ExMFE5 Set the following value channel P1 P1 type HART channel With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for connecting the HART transmitters If you are using the basic system version 03 24 and earlier refer to FAQ 11 2 Limitations for multidrop ...

Page 65: ...sure and temperature transmitter EEx d via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface an active signal and protocol converter integrated in input open circuit voltage approx 21 V voltage at 20 mA approx 12 6 V max load 600 Ω max 4 transmitters thereof max 1 transmitter in burst mode11 12 11 Up to and including basic system ver...

Page 66: ...FE7 Set the following values channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type HART channel parameter Power supply value On source mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for connecting the HART transmitters If you are using the basic system version 03 24 and earlier refer to FAQ 11 2 Limitations for multidrop and burst mode up to basic system version 03 24 p 116 ...

Page 67: ... 24V sink mode Fig 6 15 HART pressure and temperature transmitter EEx d via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface load approx 300 Ω protocol converter integrated in input max 4 transmitters thereof max 1 transmitter in burst mode13 14 max cable length 250 m 13 Up to and including basic system version 03 24 you could use e...

Page 68: ...e following values channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type HART channel parameter Power supply value Off sink mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for connecting the HART transmitter If you are using the basic system version 03 24 and earlier refer to FAQ 11 2 Limitations for multidrop and burst mode up to basic system version 03 24 p 116 ...

Page 69: ...ter EEx i HART communicator source mode Fig 6 16 HART pressure and temperature transmitter EEx i via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface open circuit voltage approx 21 V voltage at 20 mA approx 12 6 V max load 600 Ω protocol converter integrated in input max 4 transmitters thereof max 1 transmitter in burst mode15 16 15...

Page 70: ...ues channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type HART channel parameter Power supply value On source mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for connectingthe HART transmitters If you are using the basic system version 03 24 and earlier refer to FAQ 11 2 Limitations for multidrop and burst mode up to basic system version 03 24 p 116 16 Burst mode is not supported by all transmitters ...

Page 71: ...tter EEx i HART communicator sink mode Fig 6 17 HART pressure and temperature transmitter EEx i via MFE7 example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface load approx 50 Ω protocol converter integrated in input max 4 transmitters thereof max 1 transmitter in burst mode17 18 max cable length 250 m 17 Up to and including basic system versio...

Page 72: ...e following values channel A1 A1 or A2 A2 type HART channel parameter Power supply value Off sink mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for connectingthe HART transmitters If you are using the basic system version 03 24 and earlier refer to FAQ 11 2 Limitations for multidrop and burst mode up to basic system version 03 24 p 116 ...

Page 73: ...1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH HART transmitter EEx d burst enCore device 2 MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH HART communicator source mode sink mode Fig 6 18 HART transmitter EEx d via MFE7 redundant example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface for every device protocol converter integrated in input 1st device in source mode rated voltage approx...

Page 74: ...n Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set the following values channel A1 A1 and A2 A2 type HART channel each channel with parameter Power supply for device 1 value On source mode for device 2 value Off sink mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for the redundant connection of both the HART transmitters with the ignition protection category EEx d 19 Burst...

Page 75: ... A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH HART transmitter EEx i burst enCore device 2 MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH 0V 24V Isolated current repeater barrier HART compatible source mode HART communicator sink mode sink mode Fig 6 19 HART transmitter EEx i via MFE7 redundant example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface for every device both devices in ...

Page 76: ...Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set following values channel A1 A1 and A2 A2 type HART channel each channel with parameter Power supply for device 1 value Off sink mode for device 2 value Off sink mode With this the operating mode of the channel is set correctly for the redundant connection of both the HART transmitters with the ignition protection category EEx i 20 Burst mode is not supporte...

Page 77: ...ART pressure transmitter EEx d multidrop enCore device 2 MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH source mode primary master sink mode secondary master HART temperatur transmitter EEx d multidrop Abb 6 20 HART pressure and temperature transmitter EEx d via MFE7 primary and secondary master example Characteristics MFE7 a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART interface for ever...

Page 78: ...for diagnostic purposes in this operating mode Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set the following values channel A1 A1 and A2 A2 type HART channel each channel with parameter Power supply for device 1 value On source mode for device 2 value Off sink mode In folder channel HART loop x parameter Master address for device 1 value Primary for device 2 value ...

Page 79: ...re device 2 MFE7 board A1 or A2 A1 or A2 SH 0V 24V Isolated current repeater barrier HART compatible source mode Hazardous Area Safe Area sink mode primary master sink mode secondary master HART temperature transmitter EEx i Multidrop Abb 6 21 HART pressure and temperature transmitter EEx i via MFE7 primary and sekundary master a galvanically isolated input safe circuit for a transmitter with HART...

Page 80: ... parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set the following values channel A1 A1 and A2 A2 type HART channel each channel with parameter Power supply for device 1 value Off sink mode for device 2 value Off sink mode In folder channel HART loop x parameter Master address for device 1 value Primary for device 2 value Secondary For each transmitter set the parameter device ...

Page 81: ...eter encoder index 2 LF HF sensors EEx i via ExMFE5 Characteristics ExMFE5 three intrinsically safe galvanically isolated input safe circuits of the category Ex ib Gb II C for HF or LF pulse sensor according to NAMUR active isolated pulse amplifier integrated in the inputs as associated electrical equipment according to EN50020 Alternatively one encoder index can be connected with NAMUR interface ...

Page 82: ...Safe Area enCore device Turbine encoder and 2 LF HF sensors 24V 0V Isolated pulse amplifier active output MFE7 board D1 SH D2 D3 GND 12 345 67 8 Fig 6 23 Interface for turbine meter encoder index 2 LF HF sensors EEx i via MFE7 Characteristics MFE7 three galvanically isolated input safe circuits for HF or LF pulse sensor passive isolated pulse amplifier integrated in the inputs Alternatively one en...

Page 83: ...nt 15 V DC 1 6 5 V DC 0 max input frequency depending on the operating mode LF 8 Hz min pulse length 50 ms HF 5 kHz frequency only channel 3 5 kHz accuracy better than 1 ppm max cable length depending on the operating mode message LF or encoder 500 m HF up to 2 kHz 250 m HF up to 5 kHz 100 m frequency 100 m ...

Page 84: ... active output SH GND D3 D2 MF1 MF2 HF2 HF1 1 2 1 2 Flow dir monitor e g KFU8 UFT Ex2 D active output Fig 6 24 Interface for turbine meter type SMRI bi 2 HF and 2 MF sensors EEx i flow direction detection external via MFE7 Characteristics MFE7 two galvanically isolated input safe circuits for HF or LF pulse sensor passive isolated pulse amplifier integrated in the inputs a galvanically isolated in...

Page 85: ...ting mode message 500 m HF up to 2 kHz 250 m HF up to 5 kHz 100 m 6 4 20 Gas Meter Turbine SMRI Bi directional Flow Direction Detection Internal EEx i via MFE7 Board MFE7 board D1 SH D2 D3 GND 24V 0V Hazardous Area Safe Area enCore device Turbine SMRI bi 2 HF sensors Isolated pulse amplifier active output Fig 6 25 Interface for turbine meter type SMRI bi 2 HF sensors EEx i flow direction detection...

Page 86: ...l a passive isolated pulse amplifier integrated in the inputs max input signal 24 V DC 6 mA switching point 15 V DC 1 6 5 V DC 0 max input frequency 5 kHz max cable length depending on the operating mode message 500 m HF up to 2 kHz 250 m HF up to 5 kHz 100 m Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFE7 Set following values channel D1 GND type HF pulse input channel...

Page 87: ... RSA UFM Q Sonic EEx d SH GND RSB 0V 24V 12 30V DC Ground Line A Line B 0V 24V RS232C service RS485 to RS232 converter e g ADAM 4520 Data Data Fig 6 26 Interface for ultra sound gas meter Q Sonic serial RS485 EEx d via MFE7 Consider the recommendations made with regards to cable length and connection resistors in refer to chapter 6 4 1 General Recommendations for Signal and Data Cable p 55 ...

Page 88: ... device MFE7 board RSA SH GND RSB 0V 24V TB1 3 18 30V DC 20W TB1 2 0V DC TB3 1 TxD RS485 TB3 3 RxD RS485 TB3 2 GND UFM Q Sonic6 EEx d Fig 6 27 Interface for ultra sound gas meter Q Sonic6 serial RS485 EEx d via MFE7 Consider the recommendations made with regards to cable length and connection resistors in chapter 6 4 1 General Recommendations for Signal and Data Cable p 55 ...

Page 89: ...A USM FLOWSIC600 EEx d RSB 0V 24V 1 12 24V 20 2 34 33 RS232C service RS485 to RS232 converter e g ADAM 4520 0V 24V Data Data 81 82 RSA SH GND RSB Fig 6 28 Interface for ultra sound gas meter FLOWSIC600 serial RS485 EEx d via MFE7 Consider the recommendations made with regards to cable length and connection resistors in refer to chapter 6 4 1 General Recommendations for Signal and Data Cable p 55 ...

Page 90: ...ace through COM port via CPU or MSER4 Cable length and the connection resistors Consider the recommendations made with regards to cable length and connection resistors in refer to chapter 6 4 1 General Recommendations for Signal and Data Cable p 55 Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MSER4 Select the following values channels CH1 CH2 of the CPU appropriate Drive...

Page 91: ...5 RS422 RS232 1 3 white orange data A data A TXD 2 3 orange data B data B RTS 3 2 white green data A RXD 4 1 blue VAUX VAUX VAUX 5 1 white blue SGND SGND SGND 6 2 green data B CTS 7 4 white brown VAUX VAUX VAUX 8 4 brown SGND SGND SGND Table 6 Pin assignment and color coding acc to standard EIA TIA 568B21 21 Note that other color coding standards are also usual and commonly used ...

Page 92: ...0 4 20mA max 300Ω max 300Ω max 300Ω max 300Ω Fig 6 30 Analog output via MFA8 Characteristics MFA8 four common galvanically isolated active output safe circuits common ground with 0 20 mA or 4 20 mA interface max rated voltage approx 9 V max permissible load 300 Ω in the trough max measurement error 0 1 of the measurement in the measuring range 4 20 mA and 0 up to 40 C ambient temperature max cable...

Page 93: ...wing values for the relevant channel I1 I I 2 I I3 I or I4 I type Current output parameter Current range current output range 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA 6 4 26 Message Output over MFA8 Board Host enCore device MFA8 board SH D1a D1b D2 or D3 or D4 D2 or D3 or D4 Message input board nc max 120 mA 0V max 28 8V Fuse 0 2A no max 120 mA Fig 6 31 Message output via MFA8 ...

Page 94: ... for displaying messages channel D1 interpreted as opener nc normally closed channel D2 D3 and D4 interpreted as closer no normally open max load per channel 28 8 V DC 120 mA max cable length 250 m Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFA8 Set the following values channel D2 D2 D3 D3 and D4 D4 type Message output ...

Page 95: ... mA max 25 Hz 0V max 28 8V Fuse 0 2A Fig 6 32 Pulse output via MFA8 Characteristics MFA8 three galvanically isolated passive output safe circuits for displaying pulses max load per channel 28 8 V DC 120 mA max pulse rate 25 Hz max cable length 250 m Hints on parameterization Branch device Basic System I O boards Board x MFA8 Set the following values channel D2 D2 D3 D3 and D4 D4 type Pulse output ...

Page 96: ... how to install enSuite are available in a separate installation guide The currently valid version of the file is always located on the enSuite installation CD Alternatively you can download the PDF from the Elster Instromet website from the section Software downloads www elster instromet com en software downloads A gas specialist must be consulted for this procedure The presence of a metrology ex...

Page 97: ...parameter then the security switch must be opened such that the presence of a metrology expert may be required in some instances The following steps are required Start enSuite on your computer Establish the USB connection with your enCore device Use enSuite to create a suitable device parameterization Open the security switch if required Transfer the parameterization to the device As soon as the t...

Page 98: ...ase only basic functionalities for error handling are active all the other functions are disabled Typically this error is caused by an erroneous parameterization configuration and can be solved by transferring a correct para meterization to the device Please contact us if you require further assistance for diagnosing the error 7 2 Commissioning the Measurement System The presence of a metrology ex...

Page 99: ...ume Use in Legal Metrology of the enCore FC manual 7 2 3 Checking Output Signals Parameterized output signals can be measured using appropriate measure ment devices and checked in that way 7 2 4 Checking Digital Communication Modbus etc Appropriate tools e g a protocol analyzer can be used to check digital communication 7 2 5 Checking Measurements and Calculations A final check of the accuracy of ...

Page 100: ... to execute you need the user right Erase fiscal audit trail fiscal archives and or the rights for the individual counters on parameter level Call Stream 1 Stream 2 tab End of commissioning 7 2 7 Sealing if necessary It may be necessary for the device as well as sensor and signal lines to be sealed by a metrology expert when it is used within the scope of legal metro logy The conditions of the app...

Page 101: ...ed if the power supply is connected In addition the battery loses energy as it ages The battery must be replaced with a new one at least every 10 years Special cases storage without power supply The battery loses approx 3 of its charge every month if the device is stored but is not continuously connected with power supply The battery is completely discharged after 3 years of storage We therefore r...

Page 102: ...ce must be opened in order to replace the battery The presence of a metrology expert may be required for this purpose when the device is being used within the scope of legal metrology ATTENTION Risk of short circuit The device may damage if it is opened in case of connected power supply Always make sure the enCore FC is free of voltage before changing the battery 8 1 1 Changing Batteries You need ...

Page 103: ...103 of 120 Remove the 4 mounting screws A from the left side wall Fig 8 1 Remove the left side plate Fig 8 2 Fig 8 3 Fig 8 4 Carefully loosen the battery cover tabs B using a small screwdriver Remove the battery cover tabs Take out the old battery A B A ...

Page 104: ...ver back on and carefully press on it until it snaps into place with a soft click Re assemble the device Establish the cable connections with device Connect the power supply again The battery changing process is now complete Dispose of the battery properly Make sure that the used battery is disposed of properly according to the instructions of the battery manufacturer 8 2 Cleaning ATTENTION Water ...

Page 105: ...tance Center is available for technical advice as well as repairs Furthermore our employees are always interested in new information and experiences that are gained through use of the device and which may be valuable for improving our products You can contact our Technical Assistence Center at Tel 49 231 937110 88 E Mail ElsterSupport Honeywell com 8 4 Replacement Parts and Accessories ATTENTION I...

Page 106: ...ible customer service department for spare parts and accessories chapter 8 3 Technical Assistance Center TAC p 105 8 5 Warranty Conditions You will find our current warranty conditions in the General Terms and Conditions e g on our website www elster instromet com en general terms of business ...

Page 107: ...to operation if condensation is formed during storage The device is not connected to power supply during storage At this time the battery caters for internal data retention The internal device s time may no longer be correct if it is stored for longer periods The device s time must thus be controlled sub sequently and set if required Data may be lost if the internal power supply is not guaranteed ...

Page 108: ...5 C and 60 C Mechanical vibrations must be avoided during storage 9 2 Disposal Elster being the manufacturer will take care of proper disposal of the enCore FC once the operational life of the device expires Send the enCore FC to the following address Elster GmbH Steinern Straße 19 21 D 55252 Mainz Kastel Germany ...

Page 109: ...lation outside Ex zones 0 1 and 2 only IP protection class IP20 storage temperature 25 C to 60 C weight fully equipped 1 3 device width approx 1 3 kg 1 2 device width approx 2 1 kg power supply 24 V DC with a tolerance of 15 and 20 i e maximum permissible range 20 4 V DC to 28 8 V DC power consumption up to 12 W typically 5 W optional 230 V AC via external power supply operation in conjunction wit...

Page 110: ...or HF pulses max 5 kHz or messages One of these inputs can alternatively be used for connecting an encoder index analog input for a transmitter with 4 20 mA interface Ex ib Gb IIC alternatively suitable for connecting transmitters with HART interface 1 transmitter in burst mode22 or up to 4 trans mitters in multidrop mode input for Pt100 temperature transmitter in 4 wire technology Ex ib Gb IIC al...

Page 111: ...pply input for a Pt100 temperature transmitter in 4 wire technology all inputs galvanically isolated amongst each other and inputs and system Table 8 Input channels technical specifications 10 3 Outputs MFA8 output board 1 PhotoMos output NC max 28 8 V 120 mA for alarm message signaling 3 PhotoMos outputs NO max 28 8 V DC 120 mA for alarm message or pulse outputs of up to 25 Hz 4 analog outputs 0 ...

Page 112: ...S422 RS232 ESER4 3 serial interfaces galvanically isolated amongst each other and interfaces and system supported standards RS485 RS422 RS232 LAN interface Ethernet 10 100 Mb MFE7 1 serial RS485 interface USB port USB interface for connecting a PC or laptop for parameterization and service purposes Table 10 Protocol interfaces technical specifications 10 5 Data Protocols Ethernet communication NTP...

Page 113: ...re devices Modbus TCP 502 Protocol for the data exchange of user defined registers between a central control station and enCore devices over a standard TCP IP network NTP 123 Network Time Protocol for the highly accurate time synchronization of enCore devices with an NTP time server DSfG 8000 Digitale Schnittstelle für Gasmessgeräte digital interface for gas measuring devices allows communication ...

Page 114: ...Technical Data 10 Page 114 of 120 Operating Instructions enCore FC 10 6 Housing dimensions 10 6 1 1 3 housing width Fig 10 1 Dimensions for plug in module 19 3 U 28 HP all values in millimeters ...

Page 115: ...10 Technical Data enCore FC Operating Instructions Page 115 of 120 10 6 2 1 2 housing width Fig 10 2 Dimensions for plug in module 19 3 U 42 HP all values in millimeters ...

Page 116: ...lity against any Honeywell product please follow the instructions on our website at https honeywell com pages vulnerabilityreporting aspx Submit the requested information to Honeywell by using one of the following methods Send an email to security honeywell com or Contact your Honeywell Technical Assistance Center TAC p 105 11 2 Limitations for multidrop and burst mode up to basic system version 0...

Page 117: ...er of trans mitters per HART loop depending on communication mode up to 4 transmitters in multidrop mode or 1 transmitter in burst mode independent of communication mode up to 4 transmitters thereof max 1 transmitter in burst mode allowed HART addresses depending on communication mode multidrop 1 15 burst 0 independent of communication mode multidrop or burst 0 15 Table 11 1 HART Basic System up t...

Page 118: ...ical Assistance Center D Danger level 15 Danger word 15 Decommissioning 107 Device display Test 33 Device Keys 32 Display calibration 32 Display test 33 Disposal 107 108 Docuthek Handbuch herunterladen 14 E enCore 8 enSuite 8 ESER4 board 44 ExMFE5 input board 40 F flow computer 28 G Gas specialist 12 H Hazard warnings 15 Home display 34 Housing dimension 1 2 width 115 1 3 width 114 Housing dimensi...

Page 119: ...Relative humidity 107 Repairs 105 Replacement parts 105 S Safety installations 27 Safety instructions 16 23 Scope of Delivery 9 Security switch 36 SFB 8 Specialist 12 Standards 20 Storage 107 System Function Block T Target group definition 11 Technical Assistance Center 105 Technical data 109 Text labelling character formats 17 hazard warnings 15 in flow charts 18 paragraph formats 16 safety instr...

Page 120: ...Page 120 of 120 Operating Instructions enCore FC 13 Appendix EU Declaration of Conformity enCore FC1 EU Declaration of Conformity enCore MC1 ExMFE5 board EC Type Examination Certificate ATEX ...

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Page 128: ... the Directive The test results are recorded in the test report BVS PP 05 2005 EC 9 The compliance of the device with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements has been assured by compliance with EN 50014 1997 A1 A2 General Requirements EN 50020 2002 Intrinsic Safety i 10 If the character X is placed after the certificate number it indicates that the device is subject to special requirements fo...

Page 129: ...ons 15 3 2 1 Channel 1 terminals Z1 Z1 Channel 2 terminals Z2 Z2 Channel 3 terminals Z3 Z3 Values per circuit Voltage Uo DC 8 6 V Current Io 14 9 mA Power Po 32 mW Linear output characteristic Max external inductivity Lo 10 mH Max external capacitance Co 0 5 µF 15 3 2 2 Channel 4 terminals I I U U Voltage Uo DC 5 9 V Current Io 14 4 mA Power Po 21 mW Linear output characteristic Max external induc...

Page 130: ...Zertifizier GmbH 16 Test report BVS PP 05 2005 EC as of 31 January 2005 17 Special conditions for safe use None Page 3 of 3 of BVS 05 ATEX E 019 This certificate may only be circulated without alteration Dinnendahlstrasse 9 44809 Bochum Tel 49 201 172 3947 Fax 49 201 172 3948 ...

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