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Hydran* M2-X Instruction Manual
MA-029
Rev. 1.0,
30-Jul-18
1. Wait at least two hours
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2. Verify the reading accuracy using a DGA
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Installing the RS-485 Network Link
1. Run the cables through conduits to form a daisy chain
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2. Ground conduit where cable is connected to RS-485 In terminals
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3. Isolate conduit where cable is connected to RS-485 Out terminals
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4. Ensure all wires are identified at both ends
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5. Connect the wires to the RS-485 terminal blocks
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6. The shield of each cable section is grounded at one end only
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1. No alarm condition detected
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2. Set identification numbers:
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•
Set
Power Station ID
to _________
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•
Set
Monitor ID
to _________
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3. Set communication parameters:
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•
Set
DB9 Baud Rate
to _________ bps
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•
Set
485 Baud Rate
to _________ bps (identical for all Hydran M2-X
’s)
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•
Set
Comm Mode
to
Answer Only
or [ ]
Call on Alarm
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•
Set
RS232
<->
RS485
to
Disabled
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Installing and Configuring a Laptop Computer
5.2.3.1 Connecting a Laptop Computer
1. Remove the cover of any Hydran M2-X in the network
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2. Connect the RS-232 cable to the Hydran M2-X
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3. Connect the RS-
232 cable to the laptop computer’s serial ports
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5.2.3.2 Configuring the Laptop Computer and Perception software
1.
Set the serial port’s baud rate and other parameters (8 data bits; no parity; 1
stop bit; no flow control)
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5.2.3.3 Verifying the RS-232 Communications
1. Using Perception software verify that the communication can be established
with the Hydran M2-X
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Installing a Hydran 201i Controller
1. Install a Hydran 201Ci Controller equipped with a modem
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2. If necessary, connect the Hydran 201Ci Controller to its modem
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