14036-100708

13 February 2015

RFLO™ VC211LL Electronic Volume Corrector

User Manual

SYS System Design & Integration Inc.

www.esys.com.tr
www.rflo.com.tr
 Document Revision History
This manual is revised periodically to incorporate new or updated information. The document
revision date is indicated at the bottom of each page adjacent to the page number.

27 October 2008:
 Initial version.
14 July 2011:
 Web site links updated.
 Section 6.1 Root Menu updated.
 Table 6-18 CONFIGURATION Menu updated.
 Table 6-17 ALARMS Menu updated.
 Table 6-20 PRESSURE Menu updated.
 Table 6-21 TEMPERATURE Menu updated.
 Table 7-34 Measurement and Calculation Data updated.
 Paragraph text in Page 7-1 updated.
 Section 7.1.1 updated.
 Table 6-16 CORRECTION Menu added and references updated accordingly.
 Table 6-30 AI Menu added and references updated accordingly.
 Table 6-31 DI Menu added and references updated accordingly.
 Section 6.1.9 removed.
 Trademark information updated.
31 October 2014:
 ATEX number and marking updated.
 Safety note added regarding integrated charging interface.
 Nameplate updated.
 Paragraph text revised to reflect changes related to the new ATEX certificate.
 Section 3 updated to include J4 port, LF2 input and optional pluggable GPRS, RS232
and RS485 interface boards.
 Section 7 updated.
  Appendix A-2 updated.
13 february 2015:
 Product nameplate updated
 New certified battery types added.
 Appendix A-2 updated.
 Copyright text updated.
Rflo, Configflo, DMASflo and VC211LL are trademarks of SYS System Design and Integration Inc. All other marks
are the property of their respective owners.
© SYS System Design and Integration Inc. 2005 - 2015. All rights reserved.
While this information is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, SYS Inc. does not guarantee
satisfactory results from reliance upon such information. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as a warranty or
guarantee, express or implied, regarding the performance, merchantability, fitness or any other matter with respect to
the products, nor as a recommendation to use any product or process in conflict with any patent. SYS Inc. reserves
the right, without notice, to alter or improve the designs or specifications of the products described herein.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ..................................................................1-12

1.1 Scope of Manual..................................................................................................... 1-12
1.2 Overview .................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.2.1 ConfigFlo Software .......................................................................................... 1-3
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION ......................................................................................2-1
2.1 Preparing to Installation ............................................................................................ 2-1
2.2 Environmental Considerations .................................................................................. 2-1
2.3 Required Tools for Installation .................................................................................. 2-2
2.4 Installing the VC211LL.............................................................................................. 2-2
2.4.1 Mounting and Dimensions................................................................................ 2-3
2.4.2 Closing Front Panel ......................................................................................... 2-4
2.4.3 Sealing and Protection ..................................................................................... 2-4
SECTION 3 - CONNECTIONS .....................................................................................3-1
3.1 Terminal Layout ........................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Connecting Low Frequency Pulse Generator ........................................................... 3-1
3.3 Connecting Pressure and Temperature Sensors ...................................................... 3-3
3.4 Connecting Relay Digital Outputs ............................................................................. 3-5
3.5 Connecting Active Digital Outputs ............................................................................ 3-5
3.6 Connecting External DC Power ................................................................................ 3-6
3.6.1 Battery Replacement ....................................................................................... 3-6
3.6.2 External DC Power Connections ...................................................................... 3-7
 3.7 Communication Interfaces ........................................................................................ 3-9
3.7.1 On Board RS232 Interface ............................................................................... 3-9
3.7.2 Pluggable RS232 Interface .............................................................................. 3-1
3.7.3 Pluggable RS485 Interface .............................................................................. 3-2
3.7.4 Pluggable GPRS Interfaces ............................................................................. 3-3
SECTION 4 - FRONT PANEL ......................................................................................4-1
4.1 Descriptions.............................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Keypad ..................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2.1 Function Key (F) .............................................................................................. 4-1
4.2.2 Arrow Keys ...................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2.3 Editing Keys ..................................................................................................... 4-1
4.3 Screen ...................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.4 Screen Navigation .................................................................................................... 4-2
4.5 Data Entry ................................................................................................................ 4-3
SECTION 5 - STARTUP ..............................................................................................5-1
5.1 Starting the VC211LL ............................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.1 Cold Start ......................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2 Warm Start....................................................................................................... 5-1
SECTION 6 - SCREEN MENUS ..................................................................................6-1
6.1 Root Menu ................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.1.1 <TOTALIZERS> Menu ..................................................................................... 6-1
6.1.2 <LOGIN> Menu ............................................................................................... 6-2
6.1.3 <STARTUP> Menu .......................................................................................... 6-3
6.1.4 <CALCULATIONS> Menu ............................................................................... 6-4
6.1.5 <CORRECTION> Menu ................................................................................... 6-4
6.1.6 <ALARMS> Menu ............................................................................................ 6-5
6.1.7 <CONFIGURATION> Menu ............................................................................. 6-7
6.1.8 <QUICK COMMISS> Menu ............................................................................. 6-9
SECTION 7 - DATABASE ............................................................................................7-1
7.1 Measurement and Calculation Data .......................................................................... 7-1
 7.1.1 Alarm Flags Register ....................................................................................... 7-8
7.2 Digital Input and Output Data.................................................................................... 7-9
SECTION 8 - COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTIONS ...............................................8-1
APPENDIX ...................................................................................................................... 1
A-1 Technical Specifications .............................................................................................. 1
A-2 EC Type Examination Certificate ................................................................................. 6
 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 2-1 Mounting Holes ...................................................................................................... 2-3

Figure 2-2 VC211LL Dimensions ............................................................................................ 2-4
Figure 2-3 Nameplate ............................................................................................................. 2-5
Figure 3-1 Terminal Layout ..................................................................................................... 3-1
Figure 3-2 Dry Contact Connection ......................................................................................... 3-2
Figure 3-3 NAMUR Sensor Connection Using External Power Supply .................................... 3-3
Figure 3-4 Pressure and Temperature Sensor Connection ..................................................... 3-4
Figure 3-5 Digital Outputs ....................................................................................................... 3-5
Figure 3-6 Digital Outputs ....................................................................................................... 3-6
Figure 3-7 VC211LL Power Connections ................................................................................ 3-8
Figure 3-8 RS232 RJ45 Plug ................................................................................................ 3-10
Figure 3-9 RS232 (J12) - IBM PC Connecting Cable ............................................................ 3-11
Figure 3-10 RS232 RJ45 Plug ................................................................................................ 3-1
Figure 3-11 RS232 (J11) - IBM PC Connecting Cable ............................................................ 3-2
Figure 3-12 RS485 RJ45 Plug ................................................................................................ 3-3
Figure 4-1 LCD Screen ........................................................................................................... 4-2
Figure 8-1 Wide and Local Area Multiple Communications Connections ................................. 8-2
 LIST OF TABLES

Table 3-1 J6 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-2

Table 3-2 J1 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-3
Table 3-3 J7 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-5
Table 3-4 J4 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-5
Table 3-5 J11 Terminal Description......................................................................................... 3-6
Table 3-6 J5 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-7
Table 3-7 J3 Terminal Description........................................................................................... 3-8
Table 3-8 J12 Terminal Description....................................................................................... 3-10
Table 3-9 J11 Terminal Description......................................................................................... 3-1
Table 3-10 J11 Terminal Description....................................................................................... 3-3
Table 6-11 TOTALIZERS Menu .............................................................................................. 6-2
Table 6-12 User Privileges ...................................................................................................... 6-3
Table 6-13 User Types and Privileges .................................................................................... 6-3
Table 6-14 STARTUP Menu ................................................................................................... 6-3
Table 6-15 CALCULATIONS Menu ......................................................................................... 6-4
Table 6-16 CORRECTION Menu ............................................................................................ 6-4
Table 6-17 ALARMS Menu ..................................................................................................... 6-6
Table 6-18 CONFIGURATION Menu ...................................................................................... 6-1
Table 6-19 GENERAL Menu ................................................................................................... 6-1
Table 6-20 PRESSURE Menu ................................................................................................ 6-2
Table 6-21 TEMPERATURE Menu ......................................................................................... 6-3
Table 6-22 VOLUME Menu ..................................................................................................... 6-3
Table 6-23 GAS COMPOSITION Menu .................................................................................. 6-4
Table 6-24 SG Menu ............................................................................................................... 6-4
Table 6-25 Z Menu .................................................................................................................. 6-5
Table 6-26 Zb Menu ................................................................................................................ 6-5
Table 6-27 CV Menu ............................................................................................................... 6-6
Table 6-28 dm Menu ............................................................................................................... 6-6
Table 6-29 db Menu ................................................................................................................ 6-7
Table 6-30 AI Menu ................................................................................................................ 6-7
Table 6-31 DI Menu ................................................................................................................ 6-8
Table 6-32 DATE & TIME Menu .............................................................................................. 6-8
Table 6-33 QUICK COMMISS Menu ....................................................................................... 6-9
Table 7-34 Measurement and Calculation Data ...................................................................... 7-1
Table 7-35 Digital Input and Output Data ................................................................................ 7-9
 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR
HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS
ATEX Number: KIWA 14ATEX0010X

CLASSIFICATION: II 2 G Ex ib [ib IIC] IIB T3 Gb

The interface terminals of VC211LL are protected against electrostatic discharges as per the
EN 61000-4-2 standard. However the internal parts are freely accessible during setup and
installation. The installation person should take measures to prevent electrostatic discharges
from occurring to avoid damage to the components. This person, for instance, can touch the
potential equalization line to discharge himself before starting any installation activities.

 To avoid any erroneous operation, this manual must be thoroughly studied

before putting VC211LL into operation.

The VC211LL complies to the requirements of Category 2 of the 94/9/EC (ATEX) directive and
can be used in Ex Zone 1 for gases group IIB/IIC and temperature class T3. Please refer to
Appendix A-2 for EC Type Examination Certificate.
Installation, operation and maintenance of the product should be in accordance with the
product’s user manual, national regulations and appropriate standards, i.e., EN 60079-14.
Limits stated in the EC Type Examination Certificate and applicable to the devices must not be
exceeded.
Tampering or replacement with non-factory components may adversely affect the safe use of
the product in hazardous locations and may void the approval.

WARNING DANGER OF IGNITION! Danger of ignition due to

electrostatic charges under normal conditions of use, maintenance and
cleaning is to be avoided, by for example cleaning the enclosure with a wet
cloth.
WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! Do not disconnect
equipment unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-
hazardous. Substitution of components may impair suitability for hazardous
locations.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! RS232 port may only be

connected to certified intrinsically safe circuits or VC211LL is located outside of
the hazardous area and terminals to hazardous area have been disconnected
and circuit to which the RS232 port is connected is a SELV and PELV circuit as
stated in EN 60079-11 Clause 5.1.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! Chargeable Li-Ion battery

may only be connected to J5 terminals when unit is located in Zone2 or in non-
hazardous zone. The integral electronic charging interface is part of product
certification and is inactive when secondary Li-Ion battery is not connected.
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1.1 Scope of Manual

This manual describes the installation, programming, and startup procedures of the Rflo™
VC211LL Electronic Volume Corrector.
The information in this manual is arranged as follows:
 SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION gives an overview of the VC211LL and
ConfigFlo software.
 SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION provides instructions on installing the VC211LL.
 SECTION 3 - CONNECTIONS describes the field connections and product options.
 SECTION 4 - FRONT PANEL describes the front panel keypad and display area. This
section also covers key functions, screen displays, display navigation basics, and data
entry.
 SECTION 5 - STARTUP describes how to initiate warm and cold start.
 SECTION 6 - SCREEN MENUS describes menu options for monitoring and
programming of the VC211LL via the front panel display and keypad.
 SECTION 7 - DATABASE provides information on the user accessible database. This
includes name, description, type, accessibility, and Modbus address information about
each database field.
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 COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTIONS describes the features of VC211LL to meet the

operational requirements of a gas distribution system. It also describes multiple
communications connections via several available media types in such distribution
systems.

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1.2 Overview
VC211LL, in its rugged IP66 rated housing, suitable for standalone use or installation in cabinet
enclosures, has been designed to perform a complete set of natural gas measurements in
applications where performance, accuracy and ease of use are primary concerns. Standard
features enable measurement and calculation of many variables such as volume, flow rate,
density, compressibility, calorific value and generation of comprehensive real-time and historical
values.
VC211LL, with its high performance and resolution analog inputs supported with electronic
temperature compensation, requires calibration at a lot less intervals.
High performance digital inputs interface to all standard turbine meters and enables easy
connection to low frequency output meters.
Programmable pulse output provides retransmission of an accumulated value to an external
system.
Digital outputs may be utilized for local alarm or control purposes or interfaces to an external
PLC for status indication.
VC211LL has ultra low power consumption. It is powered by a primary 3.6V Li-SOCI2 battery
that lasts minimum 5 years under normal operating conditions. An optional integrated Li-Ion
charger is also provided and can be used as an alternative power supply. Li-Ion charger can
use an external certified DC power supply and Li-Ion battery to enable uninterrupted operation
of VC211LL.
An on board Lithium battery supports real time clock and non-volatile memories. Calculated and
archived data is stored in non-volatile memory and flash memory.
Front panel interface consists of a large 4x20 character LCD screen and 7 keys allowing
complete operations such as data entry, configuration and data monitoring to be easily
performed locally without the need of a computer.
The heart of VC211LL is a 32 bit, high performance RISC central processing unit. The CPU
provides ten times the performance of a conventional CPU running at the same clock speed.
This allows fast and double precision mathematical calculations.
Data reliability and integrity is maintained by keeping multiple copies of all important non-volatile
information with highly safe CRC coding.
Gas composition may be received from ConfigFlo software locally or remotely through device
configuration.
VC211LL firmware runs on a real-time multi tasking operating system. This allows continuous
parallel processing and enables real-time update of calculations on sequence of events basis.

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1.2.1 ConfigFlo Software

Configuration is via the front panel interface or ConfigFlo software using either RS232
communication port for local configuration or using GPRS connection for remote configuration.
ConfigFlo software provides downloading of a new or edited configuration to VC211LL or
uploading of an existing configuration for editing and archiving purposes. ConfigFlo enables
connection to all VC211LL units within a system, locally by means of a serial port connection or
remotely via GPRS connection.

 Please refer to ConfigFlo User Manual for more details about ConfigFlo software.

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SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION

2.1 Preparing to Installation

Installation of the VC211LL must conform to all applicable local codes and regulations. All
installation procedures should be in accordance with normal practices and good workmanship.
Although the VC211LL shipped to you may not include all of the hardware options described in
this manual, the procedure for the basic installation of the unit remains the same.

 It is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with the procedures

described in this section before beginning to install the VC211LL.

VC211LL is supplied with the following items:

 Packing list
 VC211LL Electronic Volume Corrector
 Installation and commissioning checklist
 PG9 blind plugs
 5 protection seals for sealing battery compartment, cable entry points and top cover
 GSM antenna (optional)

2.2 Environmental Considerations

VC211LL is housed in an IP66 rated, rugged glass reinforced polyester enclosure durable to
severe outdoor weather conditions which encloses all necessary parts integrally providing
maximum flexibility and ease of installation and commissioning. VC211LL is designed for use
within control room or in the field, mounted on a wall or in a separate cabinet enclosure. It
should be placed in a position that provides ease of use, comfort, and safety for operators and
maintenance personnel. The optimum height for viewing and using the display and keypad is at
operator eye level.

Where one or more units are installed in a confined space or with other heat
producing equipment, special attention should be given to the combined heat
effect. This combined heat could increase the ambient temperature beyond its
acceptable limit, thus impacting performance.

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2.3 Required Tools for Installation

Before attempting any installation of the VC211LL, ensure you have the following tools:
 For wall mounting a hammer drill, 1/4” or 5/16” concrete drill bits, a small hammer, four
plastic raw plugs and slot headed captive screws, a suitable flat blade screwdriver.
 A medium size screwdriver for opening front cover

2.4 Installing the VC211LL

The following steps must be followed to install the instrument. Please refer to relevant sections
for details of each step before starting any installation.
 Mounting of the VC211LL on a wall or on a mounting plate.
 Connection of pressure transmitter, temperature sensor, and volume pulse source.
 Optionally, connection of external power source, pulse/alarm outputs, digital/analog
inputs, and serial interface.

Only intrinsically safe electrical circuits certified as “associated operating

equipment” must be connected When VC211LL is installed in Zone 1.

Regulations for connecting intrinsically safe circuits must be strictly followed.

Electrical limits stated in the EC test certificate in Appendix A-2 should not be
exceeded. Interfacing and operating the VC211LL with circuits or devices not
conforming to the EC test certificate voids its approval.

 Optionally, connection of GPRS antenna and insertion of SIM card.

 Programming protection switch setting.
 Sealing of cable entries and battery compartment.
 Closing the front cover.

 When closing the front cover, make sure it is fully in seating position to avoid
cable damage.

 Sealing of front cover as per the sealing plan.

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2.4.1 Mounting and Dimensions

VC211LL can be mounted on a flat surface (wall or mounting plate in a cabinet enclosure). Four
screw holes under the front cover are used for this purpose. Small embosses on back side
keeps the housing base off the mounting surface and helps air flow to prevent humidity, dust,
etc. behind the housing base.
Mounting holes dimensions are provided for both wall or panel mounting alternatives. First, the
holes suitable for the preferred mounting option are prepared. Then plastic raw plugs are
positioned if the surface is concrete or wall by means of a small hammer.

Ø8.00mm
4 PLC’s
200.00mm

110.00mm
240.00mm

300.00mm

Figure 2-1 Mounting Holes

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160.00mm

260.00mm 90.90mm

Figure 2-2 VC211LL Dimensions

2.4.2 Closing Front Panel

When the installation of the VC211LL is completed and all field connections are made, the front
panel needs to be properly closed. Close the front panel and make sure it is in seating position.
Then fasten four screws.

2.4.3 Sealing and Protection

VC211LL is an approved electronic volume correction device (EVCD) for legal metering. It must
be sealed by authorized personnel prior to operation.
Sealing procedure involves provision of verification marks that are positioned in such a way that
any intervention, liable to influence the results of measurement, shall cause permanently visible
damage to the protective seals.
For this purpose the nameplate, the contact points of front panel and the housing base are
sealed with protective verification marks.
The VC211LL incorporates an on-board programming protection switch which protects all
metrological parameters. When this switch is activated, no configuration is possible via the front
panel, serial ports, locally or remotely.

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 Internal programming protection switch must be set to the desired position prior
to the closing cover and sealing. Metrological parameters are strictly protected
when this switch is left at “PROTECTED” position. This switch may be disabled at
“CLEAR” position, if remote configuration capability via the GPRS connection is
preferred.

The VC211LL incorporates a nameplate where important parameters and other mandatory legal
information are shown. The nameplate is positioned on the front cover and it is sealed with a
verification mark.

ELECTRONIC FLOW CORRECTOR EN124 05-1+A2

Type RFLO VC211LL TC854 4

0122 MID-D MI-002 Ready TC8544

tb=configurab le tamb,max =+55 °C
Mfr. SYS Inc.
06810 ANKARA
pb=configurab le tamb,min =-25 °C
Ser ial
pab s 273.15 + tb Zb
V b= V m x x x Yea r 2015
pb 273.15 + t Z
IP 66
II 2 G Ex ib [ib IIC] IIB T3 Gb
KIWA 14ATEX0010X 0035
WARNING! WARNING!
POTENTIAL ELECTROSTATIC
USE ONLY SPECIFIED BATTERIES.
CHARGING HAZARD – SEE
DO NOT REPLACE BATTERY WHEN AN
INSTRUCTIONS
EXPLOSIVE GAS ATMOSPHERE MAY BE
PRESENT MADE IN TURKEY

Figure 2-3 Nameplate

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SECTION 3 - CONNECTIONS

3.1 Terminal Layout

Connections to the external circuits are via the terminals located on the circuit board accessible
after opening the front cover. Position the cables to prevent cable damages when the cover is
closed.
VAUX
AI5(P)
AICOM
AI4
AI3
AI2
AI1
TEXC
RTD+
RTD-
TRET

LFIN
DICOM
DI8
DI7
DI6
DI5
DI4
DI3
DI2/LF2
DI1
DICOM
DICOM
DICOM
DICOM

COM1
NO1
NC1
COM2
NO2
NC2

AUX2-
AUX2+
AUX1-
AUX1+
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4
J1

J6

J7

J4
BT1

PROT
ON

CLEAR
J11

J5

J3

1 2 3 1 2 3 4 1 2
J12

3.6V-
NC
3.6+

TH-
TH+
PACK-
PACK+

DC-
DC+

J8

Figure 3-1 Terminal Layout

3.2 Connecting Low Frequency Pulse Generator

The digital input subsystem consists of two LF pulse inputs for counting low speed signals and
8 input channels for sensing status signals. DI2 input may be used as secondary LF input.
Connections are via the J6 connector.

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Table 3-1 J6 Terminal Description

Terminal Function
DICOM Digital input common
DICOM Digital input common
DICOM Digital input common
DICOM Digital input common
DI1 Digital input channel 1
DI2/LF2 Digital input channel 2 / Secondary low frequency reed contact
input
DI3 Digital input channel 3
DI4 Digital input channel 4
DI5 Digital input channel 5
DI6 Digital input channel 6
DI7 Digital input channel 7
DI8 Digital input channel 8
DICOM Digital input common
LFIN Main low frequency reed contact input

LFIN input can be interfaced with dry (potentially free) contact or NAMUR sensor. Other inputs
accept dry contacts.

J6
14 LFIN
LF

GND 13 DICOM
12 DI8
11 DI7
10 DI6
9 DI5
8 DI4
DI

7 DI3
6 DI2/LF2
5 DI1
GND 4 DICOM
3 DICOM
2 DICOM
1 DICOM

Figure 3-2 Dry Contact Connection

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NAMUR
J6
- +
14 LFIN

LF
GND 13 DICOM
8.2V
12 DI8
11 DI7
10 DI6
9 DI5
8 DI4

DI
7 DI3
6 DI2/LF2
5 DI1
GND 4 DICOM
3 DICOM
2 DICOM
1 DICOM

Figure 3-3 NAMUR Sensor Connection Using External Power Supply

Only intrinsically safe certified sensor and power supply may be connected to
LF input when the VC211LL is installed in Zone 1.

3.3 Connecting Pressure and Temperature Sensors

Analog input subsystem incorporates two special channels for measuring pressure and
temperature. Remaining channels are for sensing standard external transmitters having voltage
or current outputs. Connections are via the J1 connector.
Temperature channel is suitable for 4-wire connection of Pt100 sensors. High resolution ADC
allows lower sensor excitation current to be used without degrading accuracy. This also
minimizes self heating errors introduced by the sensor. To further minimize temperature
measurement errors, the CPU performs high degree polynomial linearization.
The central processing unit monitors ambient temperature via an on-board temperature sensor
and applies polynomial temperature compensation to the analog measurements. Thus the unit
requires calibration at a lot less intervals.

Table 3-2 J1 Terminal Description

Terminal Function
TRET RTD sensor excitation current return
RTD- RTD sensor (-)
RTD+ RTD sensor (+)

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Terminal Function
TEXC RTD sensor excitation current output
AI1 Analog input channel 1
AI2 Analog input channel 2
AI3 Analog input channel 3
AI4 Analog input channel 4
AICOM Pressure sensor common
AI5(P) Pressure sensor output
VAUX Pressure sensor power

Pressure and temperature sensors are part of instrument supply. Do not use
substitutes without written consent of the manufacturer. Substitution of
components may severely impair suitability for hazardous locations and may
result performance degradation.

J1
+
DC 11 VAUX VCC
P

10 AI5(P) VOUT
GND 9 AICOM GND
8 AI4 PRESSURE
7 AI3 XMTR
AI

6 AI2
5 AI1
4 TEXC
3 RTD+
RTD

Pt100
2 RTD-
1 TRET

Figure 3-4 Pressure and Temperature Sensor Connection

Analog channels AI1-AI4 accept 0-10V or 0/4-20mA standard signals from

external transmitters. Such transmitters and their power sources must be
intrinsically safe and certified for use in Zone 1.

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3.4 Connecting Relay Digital Outputs

The VC211LL incorporates two identical Form-C relays that can be used for re-transmission of
accumulated values (base volume), status or command outputs to external systems.
Connections are via the J7 connector.

Table 3-3 J7 Terminal Description

Pin Function
NC2 Relay 2 NC contact
NO2 Relay 2 NO contact
COM2 Relay 2 COMMON contact
NC1 Relay 1 NC contact
NO1 Relay 1 NO contact
COM1 Relay 1 COMMON contact

J7
6 COM1
GND 5 NO1 V 30V max.
4 NC1
DO

3 COM2
GND 2 NO2 V 30V max.
1 NC2

Figure 3-5 Digital Outputs

3.5 Connecting Active Digital Outputs

Two identical active digital outputs can be used for controlling external certified apparatus such
as solenoids, transmitters, lamps, horns, etc. Connections are via the J4 connector.

Only certified external apparatus may be connected to J4 terminals when the

VC211LL is used in hazardous areas.

Table 3-4 J4 Terminal Description

Pin Function
AUX1+ Active digital output channel 1 positive

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Pin Function
AUX1- Active digital output channel 1 negative
AUX2+ Active digital output channel 2 positive
AUX2- Active digital output channel 2 negative

J4
4 AUX2-
3 AUX2+

DO
2 AUX1-
1 AUX1+
GND

Figure 3-6 Digital Outputs

3.6 Connecting External DC Power

VC211LL can run on either a primary battery or on an external certified power supply or both.
The unit incorporates an electronic Li-Ion battery charging interface for backup purposes. The
electronic charging interface is inactive when Li-Ion battery is not connected to J5 terminals. In
this case unit may be located to Zone1. Li-Ion battery may only be connected to J5 terminals
when unit is located in Zone2 or in non-hazardous zone.

3.6.1 Battery Replacement

VC211LL stores battery installation date as part of its configuration. Remaining battery life and
battery voltage is also displayed. These information give a good indication of whether the
battery replacement is needed. Connections are via the J11.

Table 3-5 J11 Terminal Description

Pin Function
3.6V- 3.6V battery input – terminal (signal ground)
NC No connection
3.6V+ 3.6V battery input + terminal

 The remaining battery life is is calculated based on specified standard operating

conditions. Battery life in the standard operating conditions is at least 5 years and
may be reduced depending on the other operating conditions.

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 During the battery replacement, internal Li battery cell protects accumulated

values from any loss. Therefore replacement is possible without the need for a
second primary battery. However make sure the internal Li battery is fresh before
removing the primary battery to avoid any data loss.

 Accumulated data must be saved in the non-volatile memory as an additional

backup before battery replacement. VC211LL will automatically reloads the
backup data if an operational error occurs.

 Failure to follow the procedures may result permanent loss of accumulated

values.

 It is recommended that the battery replacement should only be carried out by an

authorized personnel.

3.6.1.1 Battery replacement procedure

1. Save the data as a protective measure.
2. Make sure the internal Li coin battery is fresh.
3. Check the type of new battery.
4. Open the battery compartment and remove the battery.
5. Mark the old battery with a permanent pen or sticker.
6. Place the new battery into battery compartment by observing polarity and close.
7. Enter the initial battery capacity regardless of existing capacity value (i.e., 13Ah for
LS33600 type).
8. Check the calculated remaining life and observe at least 60 months. Repeat the
replacement procedure otherwise.
9. End of battery replacement.

3.6.2 External DC Power Connections

VC211LL incorporates an on-board electronic Li-Ion battery charging and power management
interface, namely ECI. ECI may be used when operation via external DC power or solar panel is
required. ECI senses battery temperature via a thermistor and provides temperature
compensated charging. When external DC power is applied, ECI checks battery existence and
charges Li-Ion battery based on its capacity, charge voltage, current, and temperature.
Connections are via the J3 and J5.

Table 3-6 J5 Terminal Description

Pin Function
TH- Thermistor input – terminal
TH+ Thermistor input + terminal

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PACK- 3.7V Li-Ion battery input – terminal (signal ground)

PACK+ 3.7V Li-Ion battery input + terminal

Table 3-7 J3 Terminal Description

Pin Function
DC- External DC power input – terminal (signal ground)
DC+ External DC power input + terminal

ECI requires external DC power. When DC power is applied via the J3 terminals, ECI is
automatically enabled and provides controlled charging of Li-Ion battery. During charging Li-Ion
battery is disconnected from the load and is automatically connected upon a DC failure allowing
zero delay uninterrupted operation. Primary battery is automatically switched on when Li-Ion
battery is depleted. Charging resumes when DC power is restored.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! Connect only instrinsically

safe certified power supply with proper rating to J3 terminals when operation
with external DC power is required. This power supply should only be located in
non-hazardous area.

J11
3.6V+ 3
DCIN

Li-SOCl2 2
3.6V- 1

SAFE AREA
J3
CHGIN

CERTIFIED + DC+ 2
IS POWER ECI TO REGS
SUPPLY - DC- 1

J5
Li-Ion PACK

PACK+ 4
PACK- 3
Li-Ion
PACK TH- 2
TH+ 1

Figure 3-7 VC211LL Power Connections

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CAUTION Do not remove Li-Ion battery when unit is operating with Li-Ion
charger. This will result a “battery failure” detection and thus power interruption.

CAUTION J3 and J5 connectors are protected against reverse

connections. However upon reverse connection, excessive heat may be
dissipated by the protection diodes. Observe polarity when making connections
to J5 and J3 terminals to avoid such heating.

3.7 Communication Interfaces

VC211LL features an on board EIA-232 (RS-232) communication port for local programming,
configuration, monitoring and diagnostics needs. Main board also supports number of pluggable
communication interfaces. Pluggable interfaces include various GPRS interface boards, RS-232
interface board and RS-485 interface board. GPRS interfaces allow all local programming,
monitoring and diagnostics operations to be performed remotely. RS-232 and RS-485 interface
boards are identical to on board RS-232 interface.

All VC211LL communication ports automatically detect both Modbus RTU and VC211LL native
protocols. Therefore, a dedicated separate configuration and programming port is not required.

3.7.1 On Board RS232 Interface

The RS232 communications port supports full duplex point-to-point connections.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! RS232 port may only be

connected to certified intrinsically safe circuits or VC211LL is located outside of
the hazardous area and terminals to hazardous area have been disconnected
and circuit to which the RS232 port is connected is a SELV and PELV circuit as
stated in EN 60079-11 Clause 5.1.

The maximum length of cable which can be used in a port connection is a function of
communications speed and properties of the cable. For instance, when an unscreened cable is

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used in RS232 connection at 19200 bps, the cable length should not exceed 15m (50 ft).
Connections are via the J12 connector.

Table 3-8 J12 Terminal Description

Pin Function Signal direction
1 TXD output
2 RXD input
3 GND common (ground)

It is recommended to connect cable shields to protective earth isolated from signal common
especially in noisy environments
J12 plug and terminal descriptions are as follows.

8 1

Figure 3-8 RS232 RJ45 Plug

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PORT J12 IBM PC

(RJ45) (DSUB-9)

1 1
TXD DCD

2 2
RXD RXD

3 3
GND TXD

4 4
DTR

5 5
GND

6 6
DSR

7 7
RTS

8 8
CTS

RI

Figure 3-9 RS232 (J12) - IBM PC Connecting Cable

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3.7.2 Pluggable RS232 Interface

The VC211LL features a pluggable RS232 serial communication interface. The RS232 interface
supports full duplex point-to-point connections.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! RS232 port may only be

connected to certified intrinsically safe circuits or VC211LL is located outside of
the hazardous area and terminals to hazardous area have been disconnected
and circuit to which the RS232 port is connected is a SELV and PELV circuit as
stated in EN 60079-11 Clause 5.1.

The maximum length of cable which can be used in a port connection is a function of
communications speed and properties of the cable. For instance, when an unscreened cable is
used in RS232 connection at 19200 bps, the cable length should not exceed 15m (50 ft).
Connections are via the pluggable interface board J11 connector.

Table 3-9 J11 Terminal Description

Pin Function Signal direction
1 TXD output
2 RXD input
3 GND common (ground)

It is recommended to connect cable shields to protective earth isolated from signal common
especially in noisy environments
J11 plug and terminal descriptions are as follows.

8 1

Figure 3-10 RS232 RJ45 Plug

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PORT J11 IBM PC

(RJ45) (DSUB-9)

1 1
TXD DCD

2 2
RXD RXD

3 3
GND TXD

4 4
DTR

5 5
GND

6 6
DSR

7 7
RTS

8 8
CTS

RI

Figure 3-11 RS232 (J11) - IBM PC Connecting Cable

3.7.3 Pluggable RS485 Interface

The VC211LL features a pluggable RS485 serial communication interface. The RS485 interface
supports half duplex multi-drop connections.

WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD! RS485 port may only be

connected to certified intrinsically safe circuits or VC211LL is located outside of
the hazardous area and terminals to hazardous area have been disconnected
and circuit to which the RS485 port is connected is a SELV and PELV circuit as
stated in EN 60079-11 Clause 5.1.

The maximum length of cable which can be used in a port connection is a function of
communications speed and properties of the cable. For instance, when an screened cable is
used in RS485 connection at 9600 bps, the cable length should not exceed 300m (1000 ft).
Connections are via the pluggable interface board J11 connector.

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Table 3-10 J11 Terminal Description

Pin Function Signal direction
1 A (D+) Data +
2 B (D-) Data -
3 GND common (ground)

It is recommended to connect cable shields to protective earth isolated from signal common
especially in noisy environments
J11 plug and terminal descriptions are as follows.

8 1

Figure 3-12 RS485 RJ45 Plug

3.7.4 Pluggable GPRS Interfaces

The VC211LL features number of pluggable GPRS communication interface board options.
Each interface board allows all local configuration, data acquisition, programming and
diagonistics operations to be carried out remotely.

 Calibration operations are not allowed in remote mode.

Each interface board incorporates a femaile SMA antenna connector and a SIM card holder.
Standard supply includes a 50 Ohm, 0dB gain antenna with male SMA connector. SIM card is
not part of supply.
It is recommended to use external antennas with gain when VC211LL is located in a metal
cabinet and/or when signal receiption is low.

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SECTION 4 - FRONT PANEL

This section describes VC211LL front panel keys, LCD and screen navigations.

4.1 Descriptions
The VC211LL front panel provides local user interface for monitoring and changing internal
variables.

4.2 Keypad
Front panel key layout is designed for ease of use and error free data entry. Keys are grouped
according to their functions.

4.2.1 Function Key (F)

F key is shortcut to quick commissioning menu. Pressing this key at any level takes the user
directly to commissioning menu.

4.2.2 Arrow Keys

Four arrow keys, left (), right (), up () and down (), provide navigation on screen display
matrix, and select parameters to be displayed or edited. Up and down keys provide selecting
from a list of choices and number increment or decrement.

4.2.3 Editing Keys

X key takes the user to an upper level in the screen hierarchy, closes a popup window or
cancels an edit operation.
OK key takes the user to a lower level in the screen hierarchy, closes a popup window or
accepts an edit operation.

4.3 Screen
LCD screen consists of 4 rows each containing 20 alphanumeric characters. A typical screen
view is below.

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Active Menu title

Status column

Menu title

Figure 4-1 LCD Screen

Screen rows display menu choices which consist of menus and submenus in a hierarchy. A
special right arrow sign on the first column of a row indicates that the menu item is currently
active.
Generally each screen display consists of rows. Rows either represent submenu titles or when
the lowest menu level is reached, display variables for viewing or editing.
Submenu titles are as shown in the above figure. Variable values viewed or edited are
displayed as, from left to right, variable caption, equal sign and the variable value. Variable
values can either be numerical or text. Some values are read only and some are editable.
Numeric values can be decimal or real numbers while text values are selected text of multiple
choices.

 When there is no operator input for more than approximately 30 secs in battery
mode and 4 minutes in external DC power mode, VC211LL automatically
switches off the display to preserve power or changes to frequently displayed
values menu respectively. Pressing any key activates the display and takes the
user back to root menu.

4.4 Screen Navigation

VC211LL displays the root menu upon successful startup.
To navigate from root menu to submenus, desired submenu item is selected using up and down
arrow keys and OK key is pressed. This can be repeated until the lowest level submenu is
reached. OK key then becomes entry key to edit mode of a currently active value, if the value is
editable. OK key is also used as approval key in some operations in which operator
confirmation is required.
X is pressed to navigate backwards from a submenu to root menu. In this case previous upper
level menu page is displayed. This can be repeated until the root menu is reached. X key is also
used to cancel an edit operation. If X key is pressed when editing, the operation is cancelled
and old value is displayed. X key is also used as cancellation key in some operations in which
operator confirmation is required.

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4.5 Data Entry

Some values displayed in the menu screens are read only and cannot be changed. Other
values are in either numeric form or text of multiple choices.
Numeric values are displayed as, from left to right value caption, equal sign and the value itself.
Multiple choice values are text values selected by the operator among a set of predefined text
values. For selection, OK key is pressed on the active menu row. When cursor starts blinking,
the desired choice is selected using the arrow keys. Then pressing OK key makes the new
selection permanent.

 Changes related to the configuration do not become active immediately. Such

changes become effective after leaving configuration menu and then restarting
the instrument upon operator confirmation.

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SECTION 5 - STARTUP

This section describes cold and warm restart procedures.

5.1 Starting the VC211LL

VC211LL, after completion of power and field connections, can be powered up, depending on
the hardware configuration, either by applying DC power to Li-Ion charger input J3, or
connecting the primary battery to J11 terminals. Then VC211LL performs startup sequence.
During this period some important information such as model, serial number, software versions,
and site id is displayed.
VC211LL then searches a valid configuration and defaults to factory settings if not found. It then
continues to perform further startup operations based on active configuration.
VC211LL can be restarted with either cold start or warm start.

5.1.1 Cold Start

VC211L, when power is first applied, performs a cold start.
Cold start operation initializes values located in Lithium battery backup non-volatile memories.
Initial values for some parameters (accumulated values) are determined by the unit
configuration and can be zero or non-zero. Parameters which have initial values from the
configuration are set to these values and other parameters are zeroed.
Cold start can be performed locally via the front panel interface or RS232 port or remotely via
GPRS connection.

 After cold start uncorrected volume (Vm), base volume (Vb), normal and
disturbed totalizers are set to their initial values. After setting initial values, the
programming protection switch is set to “ON” position and the unit is sealed. After
this point, local or remote change of totalizer values is not possible.

5.1.2 Warm Start

VC211LL can be restarted locally via the front panel interface or RS232 port locally or remotely
via GPRS connection. Warm restart is also automatically performed after a configuration
change. After warm start, parameters reside in Lithium battery backup memories keep their
previous values. No initial value assignment is performed.

 VC211LL will not perform measurements for approximately 3 seconds during

restart operation. Average, min/max, or hourly values may be affected.

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SECTION 6 - SCREEN MENUS

This section describes menu displays available thru VC211LL front panel interface.
VC211LL database is grouped by measurement types other than value types. For example
averages, min and max values of a measurement are grouped to provide easy access to all
values related to that measurement.

6.1 Root Menu

The following root menu is displayed when VC211LL completes startup procedures with a valid
configuration.

Root Menu
 TOTALIZERS
 LOGIN
 QUICK COMMISS
 CONFIGURATION
 CALCULATIONS
 CORRECTION
 CALIBRATION
 CORRECTION
 ALARMS
 ANALOG INPUTS
 DIGITAL INPUTS
 DATE & TIME
 STARTUP
 BATTERY
 GPRS

Rightmost column of the root menu is called status column. This column is only displayed while
the root menu page is active. Symbols appearing in this 4 rows single column bar and their
meanings are as follows:
 Row 1 to 4 - Flashing “ALRM“ indicates at least one alarm flag is active or previously
appeared alarms are not yet acknowledged (See 7.1.1)

6.1.1 <TOTALIZERS> Menu

This menu contains totalizer values of volume related parameters. When there is no operator
input for more than approximately 4 minutes, this menu is displayed automatically.

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Table 6-11 TOTALIZERS Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 Vm Uncorrected volume – normal (does not freeze upon alarm condition)
 Vb Base volume – normal
 VmD (M) Uncorrected volume – disturbed (Mass if mass calculations enabled)
 VbD Base volume – disturbed

6.1.2 <LOGIN> Menu

Some front panel operations are locked and only available after a valid user login. When login
operation is not performed and user attempts to enter a locked menu, a popup window of
“LOGIN REQUIRED” message is displayed. Similarly, when login is performed however user
does not possess sufficient rights for the requested operation; “INSUFF USER RIGHTS”
message is displayed.
When this menu title is selected a sub menu is displayed for entering user name and password.
Password characters are displayed as “*”. User name is automatically cleared and must be re-
entered when a password mismatch is detected.

CAUTION Operations performed by the active user are recorded in the

event log for later review. Therefore never share your user name and password
with others. Otherwise you would be kept responsible for the operations
performed by another person using your user name and password.

 When there is no operator input for more than approximately 30 secs in battery
mode and 4 minutes in external DC power mode, the active user, if exists, is
automatically logged out. Pressing any key activates the display and takes the
user back to root menu.

Up to four users having various privileges can be defined in VC211LL configuration.

Four user types are available, namely “Reserved”, “Engineer”, “Technician” and “Guest”.
Reserved type possesses highest privileges and must be assigned to user name(s) responsible
for system installation and commissioning. Engineer type holds privileges required to perform
operations after commissioning. Technician type has functional privileges to perform frequent
operations. Finally Guest type has privileges for viewing measured and calculated values,
alarms, historical data of the VC211LL database. This type is usually assigned to a user
name(s) responsible for local reading or management.

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Thirteen privileges, namely H1-H13, relate to thirteen different operations.

Table 6-12 User Privileges

Privilege Description
H1 Can edit configuration
H2 Can view configuration
H3 Can change date & time
H4 Can perform calibration
H5 Can view calibration
H6 Can view I/O status
H7 Can view alarm status
H8 Can view alarm log
H9 Can erase alarm log
H10 Can view event log
H11 Can erase event log
H12 Can view historical archive
H13 Can erase historical archive

Below table shows user privileges available to each user type. “”sign in a cell represents a
particular privilege is available to the user type on that row.

Table 6-13 User Types and Privileges

User type H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10 H11 H12 H13
Reserved             
Engineer           
Technician      
Guest 

 The following sections assume a highest privilege user login is previously

performed.

6.1.3 <STARTUP> Menu

This menu contains different startup options of VC211LL. Please refer to 5.1 Starting the
VC211LL section for more information.

Table 6-14 STARTUP Menu

Startup Menu Description
 COLD START Restarts unit and initializes totalizers such as Vb, Vm, VbD, VmD
 WARM START Restarts unit after configuration changes

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When a menu title is selected, a pop up window opens and requires final user confirmation prior
to execution. Upon positive confirmation selected command is executed.

6.1.4 <CALCULATIONS> Menu

This menu contains information related to the measurements and calculations of VC211LL. The
following page is displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-15 CALCULATIONS Menu

Calculations Menu Description
 VCF Volume correction factor
P Pressure
T Temperature
Z Compressibility
 Zb Base compressibility
 SG Specific gravity (relative density)
 db Base density
 dm Measured density
 CV Calorific value
 QmV Uncorrected volume flow rate
 QbV Base (corrected) volume flow rate
 Qm Mass flow rate
 QVAux Uncorrected volume flow rate LF2 input

6.1.5 <CORRECTION> Menu

This menu contains parameter information affecting volume correction factor calculations. The
following page is displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-16 CORRECTION Menu

Calculations Menu Description
 VCF Calculated volume correction factor
Z Compressibility
 Zb Base compressibility
P Pressure
 Pb Base pressure
T Temperature
 Tb Base temperature
 Z METHOD Compressibility method used in VCF. Possible methods are:
AGA 8 Detailed
AGA 8 Gross Method 1
AGA 8 Gross Method 2
Master GERG88
GERG88 Simplifed Method 1
GERG88 Simplifed Method 2
GERG88 Simplifed Method 3
GERG88 Simplifed Method 4
AGA NX-19

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Calculations Menu Description

 K FACTOR Meter gain (K factor)
 Vpribatt Primary battery voltage
 Vsecbatt Secondary battery voltage
 SG Specific gravity
 CH4 % Methane
 N2 % Nitrogene
 CO2 % Carbondioxide
 C2H6 % Ethane
 C3H8 % Propane
 H2 % Hydrogene
 C4H10i % i Butane
 C4H10n % n Butane
 C5H12i % i Pentane
 C5H12n % n Pentane
 C6H14 % Hexane
 C7H16 % Heptane
 C8H18 % Octane
 He % Helium

6.1.6 <ALARMS> Menu

VC211LL features real-time verification of values generated by measurements or calculations.
Value verification are performed based on alarm limits specified in the unit configuration and/or
limits specified in the calculation standards.
VC211LL performs measurements and calculations on real-time event driven basis to achieve
high performances. Each measurement or calculation block has a certain level from raw data to
final result. Completion of a lower block generates new values and triggers all subsequent
upper level blocks ensuring fresh final results are generated based on newly available input
data. Triggering continues until the highest level block is reached and all results are generated.
At each level, all input and output values are verified and alarm flags are updated. If alarm flag
of an input value is set, then all alarm flags of values generated by upper level blocks based on
this value become also set. For example, if temperature measurement result has an alarm then
Z, dm, and all other values generated based on temperature will also have alarm. Similarly,
when a value returns to normal its alarm flag gets cleared and all subsequent level alarm flags
are updated.
Alarms are additive. This means that alarm flag of an output value is cleared only when none of
the input values are in alarm. Similarly this flag gets set when one of the input values is in
alarm.
Alarm flags have logical names. If alarm flag of a value is set than the value is called “bad” or
“good” when its flag is cleared.
VC211LL keeps all alarm flags in single register and updates this register on real-time basis.
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alarm list called Alarm Log. The alarm log holds last 50 alarms. Set or clear of an alarm flag is
recorded to alarm log along with type, state, time and value information.
A flashing “ALRM” sign is displayed when the status column is active on the screen and at least
one alarm condition exists or previous alarm(s) not yet acknowledged.
Alarms can cause some normal totalizers to freeze and disturbed totalizers to run. Also in
average calculations, average values freeze until all related alarm conditions return to normal.
For some variables, variable contents may be replaced with last known good values or last hour
averages upon an alarm condition.

Table 6-17 ALARMS Menu

Submenu Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Description
1
 ALARMS  FLAGS  AI T Analog input temperature channel
 AI P Analog input pressure channel
 Pri Batt Analog input battery channel
P Pressure
T Temperature
 Zb Base compressibility
Z Compressibility
 db Base density
 dm Density
 SG Relative density
 CV Calorific value
 CH4 Methane (Z method)
 N2 Nitrogen (Z method)
 CO2 Carbon dioxide (Z method)
 C2H6 Ethane (Z method)
 C3H8 Propane (Z method)
 C4H10 Butane (Z method)
 C5H12 Pentane (Z method)
 Hexanes C6H14+C7H16+C8H18+C9H20+C10H22 (Z method)
 Pentanes C5H12+C6H14+C7H16+C8H18+C9H20+C10H22
 He Helium (Z method)
 H2 Hydrogen (Z method)
 QmV Uncorrected volume flow rate
 Vm Uncorrected volume flow
 QbV Base volume flow rate
 Vb Base volume flow
 Pulse out Pulse parameters
 Sec batt Secondary battery
 DI1 Digitial input channel 1
 DI2 Digitial input channel 2
 DI3 Digitial input channel 3
 DI4 Digitial input channel 4
 DI5 Digitial input channel 5
 DI6 Digitial input channel 6
 DI7 Digitial input channel 7
 DI8 Digitial input channel 8
 AC AC fail
 AI Ch1 Analog input channel 1
 AI Ch2 Analog input channel 2
 AI Ch3 Analog input channel 3

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Submenu Submenu 2 Submenu 3 Description

1
 AI Ch4 Analog input channel 4
 AI1 Analog input 1 engineering value
 AI2 Analog input 2 engineering value
 AI3 Analog input 3 engineering value
 AI4 Analog input 4 engineering value
 QMVAUX LF2 Aux channel volume flow rate
 VMAUX LF2 Aux channel volume flow
 COMPS Sum of Gas Components
 ACK Acknowledges alarms after positive confirmation of
the user. Has no effect if alarms still exist.

 Some of the alarm flags given above may be related to a particular Z method.
Thus may not be used in other Z methods. Such flags never get set when they
are not in use.

6.1.7 <CONFIGURATION> Menu

VC211LL configuration resides under this menu. VC211LL keeps multiple copies of
configuration along with CRC coding in the flash memories and the configuration is not affected
from the power losses or Lithium battery status.
The configuration can be edited, viewed or downloaded by a user holding sufficient rights, from
the front panel interface or via the ConfigFlo software running on a personal computer
connected to one of the communications ports. Similar operations can be performed remotely
by means of suitable external units connected to the communications ports (i.e., GPRS modem)
(See

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COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTIONS). Interruption or cancellation of download process

does not cause any loss or damage of the existing configuration information.
Downloading or editing a configuration locally or remotely is only possible if the programming
protection switch is set to “CLEAR” position. Upon completion of commissioning of VC211LL,
this switch is set to “PROT” position and unit is sealed. Then, after this point, it is not possible to
make changes on the metrological parameters. Having the switch in “CLEAR” position does
disable other security and protection schemes.
Menu pages related to the configuration are as follows.

Table 6-18 CONFIGURATION Menu

Configuration Menu
 GENERAL
 PRESSURE (P)
 TEMPERATURE (T)
 VOLUME (V)
 GAS COMPOSITION
 REL. DENS. (SG)
 COMPRES. (Z)
 BCOMPRES. (Zb)
 HEATING V. (CV)
 DENSITY (dm)
 BASE DENS. (db)
 ANALOG INPUTS
 DIGITAL INPUTS
 DIGITAL OUTPUTS
 SERIAL PORTS
 POWER SYSTEM
 UNITS
 NUMBER FORMATS

6.1.7.1 <GENERAL> Menu

This menu contains general parameters related to logging and reporting. The following page is
displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-19 GENERAL Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 BOF RPT Begin of report. Time of day information at which reporting over GPRS link begins
 BOF LOG Begin of log. Time of day information at which daily and hourly archiving begins
 RPT IRV Interval between two subsequent reports in mins

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6.1.7.2 <PRESSURE> Menu

This menu includes parameters related to the gas pressure. The following menu page is
displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-20 PRESSURE Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Pressure data source.
1. Fixed value – pressure is a constant value determined by “FIXED”.
2. Gauge XMTR – pressure is measured from external gauge pressure transmitter.
connected to pressure channel (See Figure 3-4). Atmospheric pressure determined
by the “Patm” parameter is added to the value measured from the transmitter.
3. Abs XMTR – pressure is measured from external absolute pressure transmitter
connected to the pressure channel.
4. Gauge AIN1 - pressure is measured from external gauge transmitter connected to
the AIN1 channel.
5. Abs AIN1 - pressure is measured from external absolute transmitter connected to
the AIN1 channel.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the pressure value used in the calculations is
generated upon detection of an alarm in measured pressure.
1. Default – default pressure set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – last known good pressure value.
3. Last hr av – last hour pressure average.
 FIXED Constant pressure value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALM HILIM”
value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALM LOLIM”
value.
 DFLT Default pressure value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.
 ELMAX When the pressure data source is “Abs XMTR” or “Gauge XMTR”, this parameter is
used when converting electrical data measured from the external transmitter to
engineering units.
The following equation is used for converting electrical signal (INDATA) from the external
transmitter to the engineering unit (P - pressure).

For “Abs XMTR”:

EUMAX – EUMIN
P = ––––––––––––––––– x INDATA + EUMIN
ELECMAX – ELECMIN

For “Gauge XMTR”:

EUMAX – EUMIN
P = ––––––––––––––––– x INDATA + EUMIN+ Patm
ELECMAX – ELECMIN

Where Patm is added to operation because Gauge XMTR does not measure
Atmospheric pressure.
For normal operation ELECMAX and ELECMIN values should not be equal.
 ELMIN ELECMIN value in the above equation when the pressure data source is “Abs XMTR” or
“Gauge XMTR”.

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Submenu 1 Description
 EUMAX EUMAX value in the above equation when the pressure data source is “Abs XMTR” or
“Gauge XMTR”.
 EUMIN EUMIN value in the above equation when the pressure data source is “Abs XMTR” or
“Gauge XMTR”.
 Patm Atmospheric pressure.

6.1.7.3 <TEMPERATURE> Menu

This menu includes parameters related to the gas temperature. The following menu page is
displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-21 TEMPERATURE Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Temperature data source.
1. Fixed value – temperature is a constant value determined by “FIXED”.
2. Pt100 4W – temperate is measured from external sensor connected to the
temperature channel (See Figure 3-4).
3. AIN2 – temperate is measured from external transmitter connected to the AIN2
channel.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the temperature value used in the calculations is
generated upon detection of an alarm in measured temperature.
1. Default – default temperature set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – last known good temperature value.
3. Last hr av – last hour temperature average.
 FIXED Constant temperature value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default temperature value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.

6.1.7.4 <VOLUME> Menu

This menu contains parameters related to the volume. The following page is displayed when the
menu title is selected.

Table 6-22 VOLUME Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 K FACTOR K factor of turbinmeter connected to LF input.
 TRBN Qmin Turbinmeter min flow rate
 TRBN Qmax Turbinmeter max flow rate
 ALMLO Lower flow rate alarm limit.
 ALMHI Upper flow rate alarm limit.
 ACCUM ON ALM This value controls accumulation of base volume (Vb) upon alarms:
1. Yes – Normal Vb accumulator continues upon alarm.
2. No – Normal Vb accumulator freezes upon alarm.
 Vm INIT Uncorrected volume (Vm) initial value. Vm accumulator will be set to this value when Cold
Start is performed (See 5.1.1).

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Submenu 1 Description
 Vb INIT Base volume (Vb) initial value. Vb accumulator will be set to this value when Cold Start is
performed (See 5.1.1).

6.1.7.5 <GAS COMPOSITION> Menu

This menu contains parameters related to gas composition. The following page is displayed
when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-23 GAS COMPOSITION Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 CH4 Percentage of molecules that compose gas.
 N2
 CO2
 C2H6
 C3H8
 H2
 C4H10-I
 C4H10-N
 C5H12-I
 C5H12-N
 C6H14
 C7H16
 C8H18
 He

6.1.7.6 <SG> Menu

This menu contains SG parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-24 SG Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Specific gravity data source.
1. Fixed Value – SG is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. From db – SG is calculated from db value.
3. ISO6976 – SG is calculated by ISO 6976 method.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the SG value used in the calculations is generated
upon detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default SG set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – last known good SG value.
 FIXED Constant SG value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default SG value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.

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6.1.7.7 <Z> Menu

This menu contains Z parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-25 Z Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Compressibility data source.
1. Fixed Value – Z is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. Calculated – Z is calculated by the method set by “METHOD”.
 METHOD Compressibility calculation method.
1. AGA8 Det. – AGA8:1992, Detailed.
2. AGA8 G1 – AGA8:1992, Gross 1.
3. AGA8 G2 – AGA8:1992, Gross 2.
4. MGERG – GERG-88 TM5 1991, Master Method.
5. SGERG1 – GERG-88 TM5 1991, Simplified Method 1.
6. SGERG2 – GERG-88 TM5 1991, Simplified Method 2.
7. SGERG3 – GERG-88 TM5 1991, Simplified Method 3.
8. SGERG4 – GERG-88 TM5 1991, Simplified Method 4.
9. AGANX19 – AGA: NX19
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the Z value used in the calculations is generated upon
detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default Z set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – Last known good Z value.
3. Last hr average – last hour Z average.
 FIXED Constant Z value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default Z value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.
 Pref Reference pressure.
 Tcomb Combustion temperature.
1. 0 – 0°C.
2. 15 – 15°C.
3. 20 – 20°C.
4. 25 – 25°C.

6.1.7.8 <Zb> Menu

This menu contains Zb parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-26 Zb Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Base compressibility data source.
1. Fixed Value – Zb is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. From Z – Zb is calculated by the Z method.

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Submenu 1 Description
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the Zb value used in the calculations is generated upon
detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default Zb set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – Last known good Zb value.
 FIXED Constant Zb value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default Zb value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.
 Tb Base temperature.
 Pb Base pressure.

6.1.7.9 <CV> Menu

This menu contains CV parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-27 CV Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Calorific value data source.
1. Fixed Value – CV is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. ISO6976 – CV is calculated by ISO 6976 method.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the CV value used in the calculations is generated
upon detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default CV set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – Last known good CV value.
 FIXED Constant CV value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default CV value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.
 Tref Reference temperature.

6.1.7.10 <dm> Menu

This menu contains dm parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-28 dm Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Density data source.
1. Fixed Value – dm is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. From Z – dm is calculated by the Z method.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the dm value used in the calculations is generated
upon detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default dm set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – Last known good dm value.

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Submenu 1 Description
3. Last hr average – last hour dm average.
 FIXED Constant dm value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default dm value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.

6.1.7.11 <db> Menu

This menu contains db parameters. The following page is displayed when the menu title is
selected.

Table 6-29 db Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 SOURCE Base density data source.
1. Fixed Value – db is a constant value determined by the “FIXED”.
2. From Z – db is calculated by the Z method.
3. From SG - db is calculated from SG.
4. ISO6976 – db is calculated by ISO 6976 method.
 ALMVAL This parameter determines how the db value used in the calculations is generated upon
detection of an alarm.
1. Default – default dm set by “DFLT” value.
2. Last good – Last known good dm value.
 FIXED Constant db value when “SOURCE” is set to “Fixed value”.
 ALMLO Lower alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMHI” value.
 ALMHI Upper alarm limit. Alarm check is not performed if this value equals to “ALMLO” value.
 DFLT Default db value used on alarm when “ALMVAL” is set to “Default”.

6.1.7.12 <AI> Menu

This menu contains configuration parameters of analog input channels. Analog input channels
are able to measure signals from external transmitters, convert these readings to engineering
units and also check alarm conditions.

Table 6-30 AI Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 AI1 Analog channel 1 configuration.
1. ALMMIN – low alarm limit in engineering units (set to zero to disable alarm check)
2. ALMMAX – high alarm limit in engineering units (set to zero to disable alarm
check)
3. ELEMIN – electrical min value of external transmitter connected
4. ELEMAX – electrical min value of external transmitter connected
5. EUMIN – engineering unit min value of external transmitter connected
6. EUMAX – engineering unit min value of external transmitter connected
 AI2 Analog channel 2 configuration (same as AI1)
 AI3 Analog channel 2 configuration (same as AI1)

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Submenu 1 Description
 AI4 Analog channel 2 configuration (same as AI1)

6.1.7.13 <DI> Menu

This menu contains configuration parameters of digital input channels. Digital input channels
are able to sense external contact closures, invert signals and also check alarm conditions.

Table 6-31 DI Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 ALARM ENABLE Alarm check configuration for digital inputs Ch1 to Ch8.
1. DI1 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch1
2. DI2 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch2
3. DI3 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch3
4. DI4 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch4
5. DI5 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch5
6. DI6 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch6
7. DI7 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch7
8. DI8 Alarm – when set it enables alarm checking on digital input Ch8
 INVERT Signal invert configuration for digital inputs Ch1 to Ch8.
Normally (invert parameter is set to No) contact closures on digital input channels are
interpreted as logical true (channel active). When invert parameter is set to “Yes”
contact releases are interpreted as logical true (channel active). This parameter inverts
active signal level.
1. DI1 Invert
“Yes” Ch1 is active when contact is released.
“No” Ch1 is active when contact is closed.
2. DI2 Invert – Same as Ch1
3. DI3 Invert – Same as Ch1
4. DI4 Invert – Same as Ch1
5. DI5 Invert – Same as Ch1
6. DI6 Invert – Same as Ch1
7. DI7 Invert – Same as Ch1
8. DI8 Invert – Same as Ch1

6.1.7.14 < DATE & TIME> Menu

This menu provides functions for viewing and setting of the on-board real time clock. The
following page is displayed when the menu title is selected.

Table 6-32 DATE & TIME Menu

Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Description
 DATE & TIME  Date Real time clock calendar date information in day, month and year
(DD/MM/YY) format. User confirmation followed by a valid entry sets the
real-time clock.

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Submenu 1 Submenu 2 Description

 Time Real time clock time information in hours minutes and seconds (HH/MM/SS)
format. User confirmation followed by a valid entry sets the real-time clock.

6.1.8 <QUICK COMMISS> Menu

This menu is provided for easy and quick commissioning of VC211LL. Parameters most
frequently used during commissiong are put together under this menu.

Table 6-33 QUICK COMMISS Menu

Submenu 1 Description
 K FACTOR K factor of turbinmeter connected to LF input. See 6.1.7.4.
 Vm INIT Uncorrected volume (Vm) initial value. See 6.1.7.4.
 SG Constant SG value. See 6.1.7.6.
 CH4 Percentage of molecules that compose gas. See 6.1.7.5.
 N2
 CO2
 C2H6
 C3H8
 H2
 C4H10-I
 C4H10-N
 C5H12-I
 C5H12-N
 C6H14
 C7H16
 C8H18
 He
 PDFLT Default pressure value used on alarm. See 6.1.7.2.
 TDFLT Default temperature value used on alarm. See 6.1.7.3.
 PEUMIN EUMIN value. Engineering unit min value to convert electrical data read from the pressure
transmitter to engineering units. See 6.1.7.2.
 PEUMAX EUMAX value. Engineering unit max value to convert electrical data read from the pressure
transmitter to engineering units. See 6.1.7.2.
 Patm Atmospheric pressure. See 6.1.7.2.

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SECTION 7 - DATABASE

Part of the VC211LL run time variables which is visible to the user consists of measurement
and calculation results, gas composition, and diagnostics information.
These data is accessible to Modbus masters connected to communications ports or to
ConfigFlo. Data access is supported locally via direct connection to RS232 port or remotely via
GPRS connection over the Internet. Modbus functions 01h, 02h, 03h, 04h, 05h, 0fh and 10h are
supported for exchanging data with VC211LL.
Data types are as follows:
 int - 32 bit signed integer. Byte order is from lower to higher memory addresses, b0, b1,
b2, b3.
 uint - 32 bit unsigned integer. Byte order is from lower to higher memory addresses, b0,
b1, b2, b3.
 Long int - 64 bit signed integer. Byte order is from lower to higher memory addresses,
b0, b1, b2, b3, b4, b5, b6, b7.
 float - 32 bit single precision real number in IEEE 754 floating point format. Byte order is
from lower to higher memory addresses, b0, b1, b2, b3.
 double - 64 bit double precision real number in IEEE 754 floating point format. Byte
order is from lower to higher memory addresses, b0, b1, b2, b3, b4, b5, b6, b7.
 bit - 32 bit bit field. Bit order is from lower to higher memory addresses, b0, b1, b2, b3.
To comply with the standard Modbus protocol which defines points as 16 bit registers, each 32
bit variable is interpreted as two successive points. Thus Modbus masters should query two
points to receive one complete 32 bit variable.
VC211LL incorporates user configurable Modbus addressing of its database. User can freely
set each variables Modbus address when configuring the instruments and use these addresses
during Modbus transactions. Please refer to ConfigFlo User Manual for configuring Modbus
addresses of variables.

7.1 Measurement and Calculation Data

Data group related to the measurements and calculations. Data in this group is read only,
cannot be changed. Modbus function 03h or ConfigFlo software may be used for reading.

Table 7-34 Measurement and Calculation Data

Database Variable Description Unit Type Access
QmV Uncorrected volume flow rate m3/h float RO
QmVCurrentHourMax Current hour max value m3/h float RO

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

QmVCurrentHourMin Current hour min value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousHourMax Previous hour max value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousHourMin Previous hour min value m3/h float RO
QmVCurrentDayMax Current day max value m3/h float RO
QmVCurrentDayMin Current day min value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousDayMax Previous day max value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousDayMin Previous day min value m3/h float RO
QmVCurrentMonthMax Current month max value m3/h float RO
QmVCurrentMonthMax Current month min value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousMonthMax Previous month max value m3/h float RO
QmVPreviousMonthMin Previous month min value m3/h float RO

QbV Base volume flow rate m3/h float RO

QbVCurrentHourMax Current hour max value m3/h float RO
QbVCurrentHourMin Current hour min value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousHourMax Previous hour max value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousHourMin Previous hour min value m3/h float RO
QbVCurrentDayMax Current day max value m3/h float RO
QbVCurrentDayMin Current day min value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousDayMax Previous day max value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousDayMin Previous day min value m3/h float RO
QbVCurrentMonthMax Current month max value m3/h float RO
QbVCurrentMonthMax Current month min value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousMonthMax Previous month max value m3/h float RO
QbVPreviousMonthMin Previous month min value m3/h float RO

QmVAux Uncorrected volume flow rate (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentHourMax Current hour max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentHourMin Current hour min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousHourMax Previous hour max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousHourMin Previous hour min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentDayMax Current day max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentDayMin Current day min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousDayMax Previous day max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousDayMin Previous day min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentMonthMax Current month max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxCurrentMonthMax Current month min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousMonthMax Previous month max value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO
QmVAuxPreviousMonthMin Previous month min value (LF2 aux ch) m3/h float RO

Vmt Uncorrected volume index m3 uint RO

VmDt Uncorrected volume (disturbed) index m3 uint RO
VmtCurrentHour Current hour value m3 float RO
VmDtCurrentHour Current hour value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VmtPreviousHour Previous hour value m3 float RO
VmDtPreviousHour Previous hour value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VmtCurrentDay Current day value m3 float RO
VmDtCurrentDay Current day value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VmtPreviousDay Previous day value m3 float RO
VmDtPreviousDay Previous day value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VmtCurrentMonth Current month value m3 float RO
VmDtCurrentMonth Current month value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VmtPreviousMonth Previous month value m3 float RO
VmDtPreviousMonth Previous month value (disturbed) m3 float RO

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

Vbt Base (corrected) volume index m3 uint RO

VbDt Base (corrected) volume (disturbed) index m3 uint RO
VbtCurrentHour Current hour value m3 float RO
VbDtCurrentHour Current hour value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VbtPreviousHour Previous hour value m3 float RO
VbDtPreviousHour Previous hour value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VbtCurrentDay Current day value m3 float RO
VbDtCurrentDay Current day value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VbtPreviousDay Previous day value m3 float RO
VbDtPreviousDay Previous day value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VbtCurrentMonth Current month value m3 float RO
VbDtCurrentMonth Current month value (disturbed) m3 float RO
VbtPreviousMonth Previous month value m3 float RO
VbDtPreviousMonth Previous month value (disturbed) m3 float RO

VmtAux Uncorrected volume index (LF2 aux ch) m3 uint RO

VmtAuxCurrentHour Current hour value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO
VmtAuxPreviousHour Previous hour value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO
VmtAuxCurrentDay Current day value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO
VmtAuxPreviousDay Previous day value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO
VmtAuxCurrentMonth Current month value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO
VmtAuxPreviousMonth Previous month value (LF2 aux ch) m3 float RO

Z Compressibility factor - float RO

ZCurrentHourAverage Current hour average - float RO
ZPreviousHourAverage Previous hour average - float RO
ZCurrentDayAverage Current day average - float RO
ZPreviousDayAverage Previous day average - float RO
ZCurrentMonthAverage Current month average - float RO
ZPreviousMonthAverage Previous month average - float RO
FPV Supercompressibility - float RO

Zb Base compressibility factor - float RO

VCF Volume correction factor - float RO

VCFCurrentHourAverage Current hour average - float RO
VCFPreviousHourAverage Previous hour average - float RO
VCFCurrentDayAverage Current day average - float RO
VCFPreviousDayAverage Previous day average - float RO
VCFCurrentMonthAverage Current month average - float RO
VCFPreviousMonthAverage Previous month average - float RO
VCFCurrentHourMax Current hour max - float RO
VCFCurrentHourMin Current hour min - float RO
VCFPreviousHourMax Previous hour max - float RO
VCFPreviousHourMin Previous hour min - float RO
VCFCurrentDayMax Current day max - float RO
VCFCurrentDayMin Current day min - float RO
VCFPreviousDayMax Previous day max - float RO
VCFPreviousDayMin Previous day min - float RO
VCFCurrentMonthMax Current month max - float RO
VCFCurrentMonthMin Current month min - float RO
VCFPreviousMonthMax Previous month max - float RO
VCFPreviousMonthMin Previous month min - float RO

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

SG Relative density - float R/W

dm Density kg/m3 float RO

dmCurrentHourAverage Current hour average kg/m3 float RO
dmPreviousHourAverage Previous hour average kg/m3 float RO
dmCurrentDayAverage Current day average kg/m3 float RO
dmPreviousDayAverage Previous day average kg/m3 float RO
dmCurrentMonthAverage Current month average kg/m3 float RO
dmPreviousMonthAverage Previous month average kg/m3 float RO

db Base density kg/m3 float RO

CVsVol Volumetric superior calorific value MJ/m3 float RO

CViVol Volumetric inferior calorific value MJ/m3 float RO
CVsMol Molar based superior calorific value kJ/mol float RO
CViMol Molar based inferior calorific value kJ/mol float RO
CVsMass Mass based superior calorific value MJ/kg float RO
CViMass Mass based inferior calorific value MJ/kg float RO
Zmix Compression factor - float RO
dr Relative density - float RO
Wobbe Wobbe index MJ/m3 float RO
MWX Molar mass Kg/kmol float RO

T Temperature °C float RO
TCurrentHourAverage Current hour average °C float RO
TPreviousHourAverage Previous hour average °C float RO
TCurrentDayAverage Current day average °C float RO
TPreviousDayAverage Previous day average °C float RO
TCurrentMonthAverage Current month average °C float RO
TPreviousMonthAverage Previous month average °C float RO
TCurrentHourMax Current hour max °C float RO
TCurrentHourMin Current hour min °C float RO
TPreviousHourMax Previous hour max °C float RO
TPreviousHourMin Previous hour min °C float RO
TCurrentDayMax Current day max °C float RO
TCurrentDayMin Current day min °C float RO
TPreviousDayMax Previous day max °C float RO
TPreviousDayMin Previous day min °C float RO
TCurrentMonthMax Current month max °C float RO
TCurrentMonthMin Current month min °C float RO
TPreviousMonthMax Previous month max °C float RO
TPreviousMonthMin Previous month min °C float RO
Tchannel Temperature channel °C float RO

P Pressure bara float RO

PCurrentHourAverage Current hour average bara float RO
PPreviousHourAverage Previous hour average bara float RO
PCurrentDayAverage Current day average bara float RO
PPreviousDayAverage Previous day average bara float RO
PCurrentMonthAverage Current month average bara float RO
PPreviousMonthAverage Previous month average bara float RO
PCurrentHourMax Current hour max bara float RO
PCurrentHourMin Current hour min bara float RO

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

PPreviousHourMax Previous hour max bara float RO
PPreviousHourMin Previous hour min bara float RO
PCurrentDayMax Current day max bara float RO
PCurrentDayMin Current day min bara float RO
PPreviousDayMax Previous day max bara float RO
PPreviousDayMin Previous day min bara float RO
PCurrentMonthMax Current month max bara float RO
PCurrentMonthMin Current month min bara float RO
PPreviousMonthMax Previous month max bara float RO
PPreviousMonthMin Previous month min bara float RO
PMeasured Pressure channel bara float RO

Alarm flags 0-15

Each bit pair represent a particular alarm:
0 : no alarm (00)
1 : alarm (01)
2 : low alarm (10)
3 : high alarm (11)

Bits 0:1 temperature channel

Bits 2:3 pressure channel
Bits 4:5 primary battery voltage
Bits 6:7 pressure
AlarmFlags1 Bits 8:9 temperature - uint RO
Bits 10:11 base compressibility
Bits 12:13 compressibility
Bits 14:15 base density
Bits 16:17 measured density
Bits 18:19 specific gravity
Bits 20:21 calorific value
Bits 22:23 CH4
Bits 24:25 N2
Bits 26:27 CO2
Bits 28:29 C2H6
Bits 30:31 C3H8
Alarm flags 16-31
Bits 32:33 C4H10
Bits 34:35 C5H12
Bits 36:37 hexans
Bits 38:39 pentans
Bits 40:41 He
Bits 42:43 H2
Bits 44:45 uncorrected volume flow rate
AlarmFlags2 Bits 46:47 uncorrected volume - uint RO
Bits 48:49 base volume flow rate
Bits 50:51 base volume
Bits 52:53 pulse output
Bits 54:55 secondary battery voltage
Bits 56:57 DI ch 1
Bits 58:59 DI ch 2
Bits 60:61 DI ch 3
Bits 62:63 DI ch 4
Alarm flags 32-47
AlarmFlags3 Bits 64:65 DI ch 5 - uint RO
Bits 66:67 DI ch 6

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

Bits 68:69 DI ch 7
Bits 70:71 DI ch 8
Bits 72:73 AC fail
Bits 74:75 AI ch 1
Bits 76:77 AI ch 2
Bits 78:79 AI ch 3
Bits 80:81 AI ch 4
Bits 82:83 AI ch 1 engineering result
Bits 84:85 AI ch 2 engineering result
Bits 86:87 AI ch 3 engineering result
Bits 88:89 AI ch 4 engineering result
Bits 90:91 uncorrected volume flow rate (aux
channel)
Bits 92:93 uncorrected volume (aux channel)
Bits 94:95 gas components sum
Alarm flags 48-63
AlarmFlags4 - uint RO
Bits 96:127 not used

CH4 Methane % float R/W

N2 Nitrogen % float R/W
CO2 Carbon dioxide % float R/W
C2H6 Ethane % float R/W
C3H8 Propane % float R/W
H2O Water % float R/W
H2S Hydrogen Sulphur % float R/W
H2 Hydrogen % float R/W
CO Carbon monoxide % float R/W
O2 Oxygen % float R/W
C4H10i i Butane % float R/W
C4H10n n Butane % float R/W
C5H12i i Pentane % float R/W
C5H12n n Pentane % float R/W
C6H14 Hexane % float R/W
C7H16 Heptane % float R/W
C8H18 Octane % float R/W
C9H20 Nonane % float R/W
C10H22 Decane % float R/W
He Helium % float R/W
Ar Argon % float R/W

Channels DI7 to DI0

0 : Digital input is active
1 : Digital input is inactive

b0 : digital input channel 1

b1 : digital input channel 2 Bit field
Digital Inputs b2 : digital input channel 3 Logical uint RO
b3 : digital input channel 4 1/0
b4 : digital input channel 5
b5 : digital input channel 6
b6 : digital input channel 7
b7 : digital input channel 8
b8 : AC fail status
b9-b31 : not used

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

Channels DO3 to DO0
0 : Digital output is active
1 : Digital output is inactive

b0 : relay 1 control / status Bit field

Digital Outputs b1 : relay 2 control / status Logical uint R/W
b2 : solenoid 1 control / momentary status 1/0
b3 : solenoid 2 control / momentary status
b4 : solenoid 1 latched status
b5 : solenoid 2 latched status
b6-b31 : not used

Date & Time Real Time Clock’s Date & Time value - time_t R/W
Tamb Ambient temperature °C float RO
VPrimaryBatt Primary battery voltage volt float RO
VSecondaryBatt Secondary battery voltage volt float RO
GPrimaryBatt Primary battery gauge % int RO
GSecondaryBatt Secondary battery gauge % int RO
Power scheme of the unit
0 : Primary battery only
1 : DC via J3 and secondary battery
2 : DC via J3, primary and secondary battery
Power Scheme 3 : DC via J3 and primary battery - int RO
4 : DC via J11 terminals
5 : DC via J3 and secondary battery
6 : DC via J3, DC via J11 and secondary
battery
7 : DC via J3, DC via J11
Power supply state
0 : Startup
1 : Primary battery discharging
PSState 2 : Secondary battery charging - int RO
3 : Secondary battery discharging
4 : Charge completed
5 : AC mains exists
AC Status
AC 0 : Fail - int RO
1 : OK
GPRS receive signal strength indicator
0 ≤ -113dBm
RSSI 1 -111dBm - int RO
2..30 -109..-53dBm
31 ≥-51dBm
99 not predictable
GPRS bit error rate
0 0% < BER < 0.2%
1 0.2% < BER < 0.4%
2 0.4% < BER < 0.8%
BER 3 0.8% < BER < 1.6% - int RO
4 1.6% < BER < 3.2%
5 3.2% < BER < 6.4%
6 6.4% < BER < 12.8%
7 12.8% > BER

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Database Variable Description Unit Type Access

AI1 Analog input channel 1 reading result user float RO
AI2 Analog input channel 2 reading result user float RO
AI3 Analog input channel 3 reading result user float RO
AI4 Analog input channel 4 reading result user float RO

The 128 bit alarm register holds alarm flags related to the measurements and calculations (See
6.1.5). Each bit pair represents one alarm status. Bit combinations and corresponding alarm
status per value is as follows:
00 : corresponding value has no alarm
01 : corresponding value has alarm
10 : corresponding value has low alarm
11 : corresponding value has high alarm

7.1.1 Alarm Flags Register

b15 b14 b13 b12 b11 b10 b9 b8 b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0

db Z ZB TEMP PRES PRIBATT AICHPRES AICHTEMP

b31 b30 b29 b28 b27 b26 b25 b24 b23 b22 b21 b20 b19 b18 b17 b16
C3H8 C2H6 CO2 N2 CH4 CV SG dm

b47 b46 b45 b44 b43 b42 b41 b40 b39 b38 b37 b36 b35 b34 b33 b32
VM QMV H2 He PENP HEXP C5H12 C4H10

63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 48
DI4 DI3 DI2 DI1 SECBATT POUT VB QBV

b79 b78 b77 b76 b75 b74 b73 b72 b71 b70 b69 b68 b67 b66 b65 b64
CHAI3 CHAI2 CHAI1 ACFAIL DI8 DI7 DI6 DI5

95 94 93 92 91 90 89 88 87 86 85 84 83 82 81 80
GCSUM VMAUX QMVAUX AI4 AI3 AI2 AI1 CHAI4

111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 100 99 98 97 96
- - - - - - - -

127 126 125 124 123 122 121 120 119 118 117 116 115 114 113 112
- - - - - - - -

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7.2 Digital Input and Output Data

Each digital input and output channel of VC211LL is also accessible via its associated bit in the
database. Modbus function 01h or ConfigFlo software may be used for reading and functions
05h or 0fh may be used for writing.

Table 7-35 Digital Input and Output Data

Database Variable Address Type Access
Digital input channel 1 00001 bit RO
Digital input channel 2 00002 bit RO
Digital input channel 3 00003 bit RO
Digital input channel 4 00004 bit RO
Digital input channel 5 00005 bit RO
Digital input channel 6 00006 bit RO
Digital input channel 7 00007 bit RO
Digital input channel 8 00008 bit RO
Digital output channel 1 00033 bit R/W
Digital output channel 2 00034 bit R/W

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SECTION 8 - COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTIONS

VC211LL, as well as being a standalone gas measuring instrument, incorporates many

advanced communications features to meet the demanding operational requirements of a gas
distribution system together with ConfigFlo.
This section describes communications connections of a widely spread gas distribution network
containing many VC211LL units.
An Rflo system consists of the following components. Detailed information about the other
system components mentioned herein may be found in their respective user manuals.
 VC211LL Electronic Volume Corrector – a real time, high performance and accuracy
measurement, calculation and control instrument located at the gas distribution sites. It
provides standalone, complete gas measurement and calculations, generates control,
information or alarm signals. Can be connected to local automation and SCADA
systems.
 ConfigFlo Software - a software package that provides complete programming,
configuration and data monitoring functions related to the VC211LL. Can be connected
to the VC211LL locally via RS232 port or remotely via GPRS modem.
 RouterFlo Software - a software package that provides multiple connections between
field VC211LL devices and remotely located ConfigFlo over Internet. Connection points
are automatically located in the network and necessary media changes are also
automatically performed. This software must run on a computer having static IP number
when connection over Internet is required.
 DMASflo Software – a web based distribution management software system consisting
of various modules. Usually located at the operations center of a gas utility. Can form
large client-server architecture or can run on a single computer.
Communications between field VC211LL devices and ConfigFlo can be via the Internet or
RS232 connections. All links and media exchanges are performed by RouterFlo except the
direct connections of ConfigFlo to VC211LL.
Each VC211LL in the system possesses a unique ID number assigned when the device is
configured. Remote accesses to VC211LL devices are handled via this ID number.
More information about the communications features may be found in Configflo, DMASflo and
RouterFlo user manuals.
A block diagram of a typical distribution system containing multiple and mixed communications
connections is shown below.

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ConfigFLO

ConfigFLO DMASFlo RouteFlo

ConfigFLO

LAN

ConfigFLO

INTERNET

ConfigFLO
RS232
VC211LL

GPRS GPRS GPRS

ConfigFLO
RS232
VC211LL VC211LL VC211LL VC211LL

Figure 8-1 Wide and Local Area Multiple Communications Connections

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APPENDIX

A-1 Technical Specifications

For the parameters not specified herein limits stated in the conformance test certificates apply
when the VC211LL used in Zone 1.

General
Classification accord. to MID 2004/22/EC Temperature: -25°C..55°C
Humidty: 95% non condensing
Intended location: open
Vibration and shock: Class M2
Electromagnetic environment: Class E2
Protection IP66
Cable connection Pluggable screw terminals 0.5mm2..1mm2.
End sleeves are recommended.
Weight 1.7kg
Dimensions 260 x 160 x 91 mm
Housing Wall mount. Glass reinforced polyester with
stainless steel cable glands.

Primary Battery
Battery 3.6V Li-SOCl2 battery assembly with
optional pulse boost capacitor. See
Appendix A-2.
Service Life 5 years under the following standard
operating conditions:
Ambient temperature : -10°C..+50°C
Measurement : 121 hr / 5 years
Pulse rate : 1 Hz
History : 0.3 hr / 5 years
Report over GPRS : 1 hr / 5 years
Display : 30 hr / 5 years

External DC Power
Voltage 8V..12V DC
Current 0.1A without Li-Ion battery and GPRS
0.8A with internal Li-Ion battery and GPRS

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Chargeable battery 3.7V/2Ah Li-Ion battery. 1 year typical

service life upon power loss under the
standard operating conditions.
Safety data – for connection to a certified intrinsically
safe power supply with the following maximum values
Ui = 12.6V
Ii = 1.0A
Ci = 5.8 µF
Li = 5 µH

LF Pulse and Digital Inputs

Main LF/HF pulse input type Potentially free dry contact or reed switch
input switched to ground or external
NAMUR (DIN 19234) sensor.
Aux LF pulse input type (via DI2 terminal) Potentially free dry contact or reed switch
input switched to ground.
Digital inputs type Eight potentially free dry contact inputs
switched to ground.
Wetting voltage 3V
Short circuit current 35µA max.
Input resistance > 100kΩ
Dry contact switching thresholds Closed < 5kΩ
Open > 40kΩ
NAMUR switching thresholds Closed < 1.2mA
Open > 2.2mA
Minimum on duration ≥ 0.025 s
Minimum off duration ≥ 0.025 s
Pulse rate ≤ 3 Hz (LF), 5kHz (HF)
Safety data (LF/HF pulse input) – In type of protection
intrinsic safety Ex ib IIC, for connection to a certified
intrinsically safe circuit or to a potential free contact, with
following maximum values
= 8.3 V
Uo
= 2 mA
Io
= 4 mW
Po
= 100 mH
Lo
= 7.2 µF
Co
= 8.3V
Ui
= 0 nF
Ci
= 0 mH
Li
Safety data (digital inputs) – In type of protection intrinsic
safety Ex ib IIC, for connection to a potential free
contact, with following maximum values (per input)

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Uo = 8.3V
Io = 2 mA
Po = 4 mW
Co = 7.2 µF
Lo = 100 mH

Pressure & Temperature Inputs

Sampling rate As per the EN12405-1 Par. 6.1.4
Pressure transmitter 0-5V output, 3 wire, internally powered.
0..1/2/5/10/20/50/100 bara, %0.2 standard,
%0.1 optional, -40°C..+100°C.
Temperature sensor Pt100 (α=38.5 Ω) 4 wire. EN 60751, Class
B class standard. Class A optional.
Measuring range -30°C..+60°C.
Safety data (pressure input) - In type of protection
intrinsic safety Ex ib IIC, with following maximum values
Uo = 12.6 V
Io = 60 mA
Po = 0.5 W
Co = 1.15 µF
Lo = 10 mH
Safety data (temperature input) - In type of protection
intrinsic safety Ex ib IIC, with following maximum values
Uo = 8.3V
Io = 20 mA
Po = 0.05 W
Lo = 90 mH
Co = 7.2 µF

Analog Inputs
Type 0-10V or 0/4..20mA (specify when
ordering) from externally powered
intrinsically safe transmitters.
Safety data - In type of protection intrinsic safety Ex ib
IIC, only for connection to a certified intrinsically safe
circuit, with following maximum values (per input)
Ui = 30V
Ci = 0 nF
Li = 10 µH

Relay Digital Outputs

Type 2 channel potentially free Form-C contacts.
Programmable pulse or alarm.

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Switching voltage 30V max.

Switching current ≤ 0.5A
Pulse on duration 50 ms min. Programmable in 50 ms
increments.
Pulse off duration 50 ms min. Programmable in 50 ms
increments.
Frequency ≤ 4 Hz
Safety data - potential free contacts in type of protection
intrinsic safety Ex ib IIC, only for connection to an
intrinsically safe circuit, with following maximum values
(per circuit)
= 30V
Ui
= 1.0 A
Ii
= 0 nF
Ci
= 0 mH
Li

Active Digital Outputs

Type Active voltage outputs
Switching voltage 12V max.
Switching current ≤ 1.0A
Pulse duration Single shot 3 sec on
Safety data - In type of protection intrinsic safety Ex ib
IIC, with following maximum values (per output)
Uo = 12.6V
Io = 1.0 A
Po = 3.2 W
Lo = 25 µH
Co = 1.15 µF

Communciations
On board RS232, Pluggable RS232 and RS485 configurable 150..38400 bps, 8/9 bits data,
no/odd/even parity, 1/2 stop bit
Safety data - maximum values of the RS232 interface, in
type of protection intrinsic safety Ex ib IIC, are
Uo = 8.3V
Io = 51 mA
Po = 106 mW
Lo = 3 mH
Co = 7.2 µF
GPRS QUAD Band GSM/GPRS/EDGE, TCP/IP
client or server, Internet, e-mail, SMS.
Antenna Internal 2.4dBi gain or optional external.

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SIM card holder Internal.

Measurements
Uncertainity in accord. to MID 2004/22/EC and to EN
12405-1

Approvals & Standards

EC directives 94/9/EC (ATEX)
2004/22/EC (MID)
89/336/EEC (EMC)
Applied harmonised standards

Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive

atmospheres EN 60079-0:2012 + A11
General requirements EN 60079-11:2012
Equipment protection by intrinsic safety “i”

Volume conversion and electromagnetic compatibility EN 12405-1 / A1

Volume conversion and interference immunity EN 60068-2-1
Environmental – cold EN 60068-2-2
Environmental – dry heat EN 60068-2-30
Environmental – damp heat, cyclic EN 60068-2-31
Environmental – drop and topple EN 60068-2-78
Environmental – damp heat, steady state EN 60950-1
Information technology equipment safety EN 61000-4-2
EMC – Electrostatic discharge immunity EN 61000-4-3
EMC – radiated field immunity EN 61000-4-4
EMC – fast transient, burst immunity EN 61000-4-6
EMC – immunity to conducted disturbances EN 61000-6-4
EMC – emission ISO 12213-2
Compressibility calculation using molar composition ISO 12213-3
Compressibility calculation using physical properties

Supported Methods
Compressibility AGA 8 DC 92, G1, G2
AGA NX19
GERG-88 master
GERG-88 standard methods 1,2,3 & 4
Heating value ISO 6976
Energy & mass AGA 5

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A-2 EC Type Examination Certificate

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