Gas Detection Technology

Model PT2000/H Series

Wireless Gas Detection System

Revision 2
January 2014

Manual
Pem-Tech, Inc.
Houston, Texas
U.S.A
www.pem-tech.com
 FOREWARD

This document covers quick setup of PT2000/H Series Wireless Gas

Monitor &Controller and Wireless Gas Detectors. Included are procedures
for setting up the detectors and wiring diagram to connect Audio/Visual
Alarm station to the controller.

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 Table of Contents
Section Page #
1.0 Quick Setup Guide and Check List 5

2.0 Introduction 8

3.0 Setting Up PT2000 Wireless Controller 9

3.1 Installing SIM Card for Cell Phone Module 9
3.2 Installing External Panel Mount Antenna for Cell Module 11
3.3 Installing Antenna 11
3.4 Connection & Wiring Diagram for Audio / Visual Alarms 12
3.5 Main AC Power Connection 14

4.0 System Configurati 15

4.1 15
4.1.1 Site Name 16
4.1.2 Ethernet IP Address 16
4.1.3 Active # of Relay Modules 16
4.1.4 Alarm Bypass Time 16
4.1.5 Wireless Network or Zone ID 17
4.1.6 Call Out / Alarm Text Messaging 17
4.1.7 Enable/Disable Wireles 17
4.2 Channel / Sensor C 18
4.3 Configure A 19
4.4 Configure Rela 21
4.5 Modify Callou 22
4.6 Alarm 23
4.7 24
4.8 24
4.9 Display Backlight Timer 25
4.10 25

5.0 Normal Operation 26

5.1 Main Display Screen - Sensor Data 26
5.2 27
5.3 29
5.4 Alarm RESET & Ala 30
5.5 Alarm Callout 31
5.6 Remote Alarm B 32

6.0 Historical Data Logging 33

6.1 Interval Log 33
6.2 Event & Alarm Log 34

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 6.3 Downloading Log Data to USB 34
6.4 Sample Data Log in Excel 35
6.5 View Interval Log Data
6.6 View Historical Event & Alarm Log 38
6.7 Erase Data Logs 39

7.0 Setting Up Wireless Detectors 40

7.1 Installing Detectors on Pole using Brackets 40
7.2 Installing Antenna 41
7.2.1 Dipole Antenna 41
7.2.2 Yagi Directional Antenna for Long distance 42
7.3 Power to the Wireless Detectors 44

45
8.1 Program Detector Address and Zone/Network ID 45

47
49
51

Appendix A
List of Drawings and diagram

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 1.0 Quick Setup Guide / Check List

Follow step by step instruction below for quick setup of the system. Details are
outlined in the section number referred in the right column.

Refer
Step # Description
Section #
1 If the unit is to use Alarm Text messaging function then an active SIM 3.1
Card must be installed in order for onboard Cell Module to activate.
See Section on SIM Card Installation for details.
2
Install PT2000 Series Wireless Controller in safe and indoor.
3 Inside the Controller move the AC Circuit Breaker (Next to AC/DC Power 3.5
supply) in OFF position (downward). Connect AC Power to the Unit as
per local Electrical codes.
4 For proper wireless communication antenna must be installed at an 3.3
elevated level connected to the controller with the coax cable. Use the
antenna and the coax cable supplied with the controller. Using
antenna and or cable other than the one supplied by Pem-Tech could
result in inefficient data communication between the detectors and the
controller.

5 If Hardwired Audio/Visual Alarm Station is to be used then follow the 3.4

wiring diagram for the Alarm station referred later in the manual.
If Wireless Remote Alarm Relay Module is used then refer to Wiring
Diagram Drawing # B2013138 in Appendix A

6 Verify AC Power Connection and then apply AC power to the unit. 3.5
Move the Circuit Breaker to UPWARD position to turn the unit ON.

7 Unit is shipped with default setting for H2S and LEL alarm levels and 12
wireless detectors as Active (for a 24 Channel Unit). The Controller is
ready to receive the data from wireless detectors if installed. However, if
the detectors are not installed then after 2-5 minutes each detector
data block on the display screen will indicate Comm Fail. Once
detectors are on-line this message will clear and the sensor reading will
appear in the data block of the main display screen.

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 Refer
Step # Description
Section #

Setting Up Wireless Detectors

8 Install Wireless Detector to a pole or any fixed structure using the Pole 7.1
Mount bracket if Supplied.

9 For Short and clear Line of sight distance a dipole antenna can be
simply installed on top of the Detector. Always use the protective 7.2
polycarbonate antenna cover to protect the antenna and the connector
against the environment.
For Long distance use the Coax Cable and the Yagi Directional Antenna
supplied.
** Caution: Use the antenna and coax cable supplied only by Pem-Tech as
the Antenna gain and the cable loss have been factored in the
communication parameters for the Wireless Radio Module inside the
detector.

10 Powering the Wireless Detectors: 7.3

 If Solar Powered then simply connect the solar Panel power
cable to the receptacle on the left side of the Detector Enclosure
 For Battery Powered units.
 Remove the glass cover. Unscrew the 2 Thumb screws on
the top panel of the detector to remove the panel
 Verify the batteries are installed and secured in the
battery holder.
 Re-Connect the Display board with connection board
inside with short ribbon cable. Do not Twist and Turn the
Ribbon Cable.
 Install the display panel back. Secure using the 2 thumb
screws. Do not use excessive force or screw driver to tighten
the thumb screws. Simply hand tight the screws.

position with a magnet to activate the internal switch to
turn ON the Unit. The switch is located right underneath
the cover plate above the LCD. If the magnet is weak
due to the enclosure wall thickness it may not be able to
activate the internal switch. Simply remove the cover
half way and then touch the internal wall of the
enclosure body (threaded side) to activate the switch.

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 Refer
Step # Description
Section #

11 Once the detector has been powered up a proper Unit ID/Address must 8.1
be assigned to identify itself to the main wireless controller. All
detectors must have consecutive numeric ID number. For example
with 12 Detectors in use Unit ID/Address must be from 1 thru 12. Refer
to section on Unit Id for details
12 Detectors should now be transmitting data to the controller. Unit
Address is synonym to Channel number in the main controller.

13 Install all the Wireless detectors. Be sure that each detector must have
a distinct Unit ID/Address. No two detectors should have the same
Unit Address.
Leave the Zone ID to 0 at this point time. Refer to section on Address
and Zone ID for further details.

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2.0 Introduction
Model PT2000/H is a PLC Based Gas Monitor & Controller designed to interface to wide
range of Wireless Toxic and Combustible gas detectors. This unit comes in standard
with GPRS Cell Modem for Alarm Text messaging and internal flash memory for
historical data logging. Also onboard are 4 programmable Relay Contacts that can be
interfaced with Audio/Visual Alarm Devices. Additional Relay Modules can be added if
needed.

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3.0 Setting Up PT2000 Controller
3.1 Installing SIM Card for GPRS Cell Phone Module
The unit is shipped from the factory without any SIM card. User must install a valid SIM
card acquired from the local cell phone provider. This procedure is performed only
once upon receiving the brand new unit from the Pem-Tech. SIM Card does not need
to be removed from the controller when the system is not in use for extended period
of time.

Before installing the SIM card be sure that the power is completely removed. Also
extra care need to be taken when opening the back cover of the screen display. Avoid
opening the unit in dusty environment and avoid any static damage to the unit.
Following is the step by step procedure to install the SIM Card.

 Remove Power from the unit if currently ON

 Disconnect the power, USB Extension

Cable and RJ45 cable from the bottom of
the PLC Display screen. Remove the
screws (5 each) in order to remove the
back cover.

Unplug power and Data Cables

Remove Screws to loosen the cover

 Lift to cover gently to avoid any damage

to the flex cables inside the unit.

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 GPRS Cell Module is located on the right
side of the Display. Slide the SIM card
under the small metal frame. Note that
the angled-notch on the SIM card must
be facing down as shown in picture.

 Push the SIM card gently all the way

under the metal bracket to secure. At
any time do not apply excessive force.

 Now replace the back cover with care. Make sure the ribbon cable on top of the
display does not get pinched between the cover and the frame.

 Secure the back cover with the mounting screws.

 Reinstall power plugs, RJ45 data cable and any other cables/wires as were
originally installed.

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3.2 Installing External Cell Modem Antenna
A small panel mount antenna (provided with the Controller) is to be installed on top of
the unit Enclosure. Run the antenna cable thru the mounting hole on top of the
enclosure. Connect the antenna cable onto the SMA Male connector behind the touch
screen display. Secure the antenna on the enclosure. See the drawing below for
mounting. Also Refer Figure 2 to connect the SMA connector of the Antenna cable to
the back of the PLC Control Display.

ANTENNA 3.74" (95 mm)

7
16" DIAMETER HOLE

LOCK WASHER
NUT

Figure 1 Mounting Cell Module Antenna on top of enclosure

3.3 Installing Antenna for Wireless Communication

An Omni Directional antenna must be used for PT2000H Series controller to

communicate with the remote wireless detectors. Antenna should be installed at an
elevated height for better line of sight. It is essential that proper coax cable must be
used to connect the Antenna to the controller. The antenna and coax cable are
typically supplied as a set to match the dBi gain of the antenna with the signal loss in
the cable. A surge suppressor is installed inside the controller. All the field ground
wires must be grounded properly to ground all the surges and avoid damage to the
Wireless RF Module.
Refer to Figure 2 for connection details.

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 Antenna for

Cell Modem




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


   



BREAKER
   



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 
 Main AC
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
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
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


Coax Cable connector for Audio/Visual

Alarm
External Omni Antenna Connections

Figure 2. PT2000H Controller. Inside View

3.4 Connection & Wiring Diagram for Audio / Visual Alarms

PT2000 Controller has 4 each programmable alarm relay contacts. These relays are
pre-wired to activate the audio and visual alarm devices. Refer to figure 3 for wiring
diagram. Each alarm relay is rated 6 Amps (AC/DC)
Note: Use an in-line fuse at the Alarm Power Source Connection terminals to avoid
damage to the Relays and controller.

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 
+V
    
RETURN

Visual Alarm 1
(A1)

Relay Terminal Block on

12 12 12 12 PT2000H Controller

RLY-1

RLY-2

RLY-3

RLY-4
11 11 11 11

BUSS BUSS

14 14 14 14

+V
RETURN

6A RELAY

6A RELAY

6A RELAY

6A RELAY
Visual Alarm 2 BUSS

(A2) A1 A1 A1 A1

(+V) AL-1
(+V) AL-2
(+V) AL-3
(+V) AL-4
Return
A2 A2 A2 A2
Pwr Source

Ret
+v
A/V Alarms

+v Pwr Source
Ret for Alarm Devices
(AC / DC)
+V
RETURN

Visual Alarm 3
(A3)
5 Core Cable

Audible Alarm 4
(A4)
+V  
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RETURN
Alarm Wiring Diagram
PT2000H Gas Controller
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 RM B2013139 1
 07/19/2013    1 OF 1

Figure 3.Wiring Diagram. Audio/Visual Alarm Connection

To connect a 4 Device Alarm Station 5 core cable is used. One core each for the +V
terminal of the device and 1 common for Return.

WARNING
Do not use the DC power from the onboard AC/DC power supply as a power source
for the DC powered Alarm devices. External DC power source must be used for these
devices.

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3.5 Main AC Power Connection

Refer to Figure 2 and location of the terminal connections for AC Power input. The
unit is equipped with universal AC input power supply. A 2 Amp in-line AC circuit
breaker is also installed to protect against AC surges.

 Move the Circuit breaker in downward (OFF) position.

 Connect Main AC Power to (L) - (N) - (FG) Terminals.
 Move the Circuit breaker to up position to turn ON the AC power to the controller.

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4.0 System Configuration and Setup
The procedure outlined in this section needs to be performed only during the startup
or at the time of installation. All configuration data is stored in a non-volatile memory
and is retained even after loss of power to the unit.

the display panel (bottom left side) and the following screen is displayed. In order to
access any of the system configuration options first the user passcode must be
entered. The user passcode is provided along with the packing slip of the unit or may
be found inside the unit enclosed at the time of shipping. Press the red Enter
Passcode button. Once a valid passcode is entered the Red button will disappear.
User can now access all the configuration options by simply pressing the desired
button. The passcode is valid for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes the unit will prompt to
enter the passcode again. Passcode is not required to view system Information, data
logs, I/O Communication Status and Clock setup.

Figure 4. Main menu for System Configuration

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4.1 SystemParameters
This option sets the operating parameters of the system. Enable to disable options for
text messaging and setting Zone ID and Alarm Bypass Time Limit.

4.1.1. Site Name: A user defined Text field that will appear on the top right corner
of the Main Display Screen. This is to identify the location of the system when
sending out Alarm text messages over the mobile phone and when
downloading data logs.

4.1.2. Ethernet IP Address: IP Address needed to view data over internet or

address.

4.1.3. Active # of Relay Modules: If additional External Relay modules are used. This
option is valid only for Customer Application Programs that use the modules.

4.1.4. Alarm Bypass Time: Time in minutes that alarm will be bypassed / Inhibited
when the Alarm Bypass button is pressed on the main display screen.

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4.1.5 Wireless Network / Zone ID: A distinct Network or Zone ID is used if multiple
systems are working within the wireless range of each other. This is to avoid
cross talk between sensors and controllers. By assigning a distinct Network ID
the sensors and controller will communicate only the ones with the same
Network ID. Up to 7 distinct Zones & Network IDs can be assigned (0 thru 6)

Caution
Before changing the network ID be sure that all the Wireless Detectors have the
same Network / Zone ID else there will be communication failure between the
sensors and the Controller. Leave the controller and wireless detectors on
defulat 0 as Network ID if there are no other PT2000 System in the area.

4.1.6 Call Out / Alarm Text Messaging: Enable or Disable this option to send Alarm
text messages over the mobile phones.

4.1.7 Enable / Disable Wireless Remote Alarms: Enable this option for the
controller to communicate with Wireless Relay Module for Remote Alarms.
When disabled all the PT2000/H communications with the Wireless Remote
Relay Module (Alarm Station) are inhibited.

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4.2 Channel / Sensor Configuration
This option allows the user to assign location tags to each sensor / channel and Enable
or Disable the Sensor. If any sensor has been Disabled then all the data transmitted by
that sensor will be ignored by the controller.
It is strongly recommended that all the wireless detectors Address should be in
consecutive numerical order. If total of 10 detectors are used then the address should
be from 1 thru 10. To assign addresses to the wireless detectors refer to section on
Setting Up Wireless Detectors  Program Detector Address

 The screen above shows Sensor setup screen assign location tags and to
enable and disable the sensor. The location tags when entered will replace the
default channel number and will identify as same when text message is sent
out on an alarm condition.
To modify the location tag, simply touch the tag field and a virtual keyboard
will appear on the screen. Type the location name and press key.

 Press to Toggle the Enable / Disable button. When Disable the data from the
wireless transmitter will be discarded.

Using the tabs on the bottom of the screen edit / modify all the sensor location tags.
Disable all the sensors that are not being used.

Press EXIT to return.

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4.3 Configure Alarm Levels
Enter alarm levels for each sensor type. Three (3) distinct levels of alarms can be
configured for each channel type. In each column of alarm levels two numeric values
are entered. The first one is the alarm level and second is the designated relay
number. The Wireless Gateway inside the controller has 4 Relay Contacts. These 4
relay contacts are standard with the unit. However, additional relay modules can be
installed if more dry contacts are required. Therefore, you can select maximum of 4
relays with a standard PT2000 Controller.

Screen above shows that unit is Programmed for H2S , LEL Combustible and SO2 Type
Detector Alarms. Two (2) levels of alarm are configured, Low and High. (High-High is
not used in this case). To add another Gas Type Alarm simply press the button in the
Sensor Type Column until the desired Gas button is displayed and then set the alarm
levels. To remove any gas Type alarms, for example SO2 press the Sensor Type button
--- 6 Gas Type
Alarms can be configured.

The screen example above shows that for H2S type detectors Low and high alarm
levels are 10 ppm and 15 ppm with corresponding relays 1 and 4.
LEL type detectors have alarm levels of 20 and 40 with corresponding relays 2 and 4.
Similarly, SO2 type detectors have alarm levels of 10 and 20 with corresponding relays
3 and 4.

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Consider the following A/V alarm logic:

Relay Connection to Audio/Visual Devices

Relay # 1 Blue Strobe

Relay # 2 Red Strobe

Relay # 3 Amber Strobe

Relay # 4 Horn / Siren

If the alarm station is wired to the controller as shown in figure 3 wiring diagram and
as per logic diagram above, then the alarm devices will activate as indicated in the
following table:

H2S Detector
A/V Device Activated
Readings
10 ppm Low Alarm Blue Strobe
15 ppm High Alarm Horn

LEL Detector
A/V Device Activated
Readings
20 % Low Alarm Red Strobe
40 % High Alarm Horn

SO2 Detector
A/V Device Activated
Readings
10 ppm Low Alarm Amber Strobe
20 ppm High Alarm Horn

Note that Horn (Relay # 4) is common Audible Alarm for all 3 gas sensor type.

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4.4 Configure Relay State
Each relay can be configured as Latching or Non-Latching. Non-Latching are
automatically reset when the alarm condition clears. However, for Latching relays a
manual RESET button is provided on the main display screen. The alarm relays shall be
manually reset or deactivated when the alarm condition clears.

For each relay press the button to toggle between Latching and Non-Latching.

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4.5 Modify Callout Phone List (for Alarm Text Messaging)
In order for the unit to send Alarm Text messages over cellular network, mobile phone
numbers must be entered. Two levels of phone lists are maintained. Phone numbers
in Level 1 List will receive Alarm Messages when any Low and High H2S alarms, as well
as any sensor fault conditions occur.

Phone numbers listed in Level 2 will receive H2S Alarm messages only if any sensor
exceeds High H2S Alarm Levels.

Thus mobile phone numbers in Level 1 List could be for all maintenance personnel
while numbers in Level 2 list could be for all supervisory personnel.
Maximum of 4 phone numbers can be entered for each phone list.

Note that complete area and city code of the phone number is required.

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4.6 Alarm Test
This function primarily used to troubleshoot or test for proper alarm relay connections.
Gas Alarm Drill
To activate alarm simply tap the button to toggle between ON and OFF. The relay
(alarm) is activated when button is ON and deactivated when OFF.

As per screen shot below, Low H2S Alarm and High H2S Alarm Device should be
active, (Amber Strobe and Horn as per logic in the previous section)

Upon Exit all alarm relays will be deactivated.

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4.7 System Info
Simply displays system information, firmware revision and part numbers and Unit IP
Address. Also includes information if the firmware has any custom modifications.

4.8 I/O Communication Status

This screen displays communication status between each I/O module and device. A
message Comm Error appears in red for any device communication error.

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4.9 Display Backlight Timer
This is to allow the display to either stay On continuously or to turn off after period of
time. To keep the display ON all the time, press the button to YES position. Else set
the button to NO and enter the time after which the display will turn off.
This is primarily to save power if the unit is running on battery backup or solar panels.

4.10 Set System Clock (date & Time)

Edit / Change system time clock. To modify date or time simply press the appropriate
field and a numeric keypad will appear. Enter in the new date and by using the Up
and Down Arrow Keys. Press Enter when done
Press Exit to return to previous screen.

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5.0 Normal Operation
5.1 Main Display Screen Sensor Readings
sensor tag
indicates the location of the detector, detector type (as H2S,LEL, SO2, etc.) and current
gas reading.

Reset Active Alarms

Bypass Alarms

Current Log Files Mobile Signal Strength

Data and Events SMS Featured Enable/Disable

Figure 5. Typical Main Sensor Data Display Screen

Above is a typical Main data display screen shot. The screen shows information about
each sensor. Note that first 8 channels are programmed as H2S channels, Channels 9
thru 12 as LEL type, and Channel 13 thru16 as SO2. Channels 17 thru 24 have been
disabled. Configuration of each sensor data
Configuration and Setup.

 Each sensor location tag is user programmable. As shown above channel 1 thru
5 have been programmed with the sensor location tags. (Refer to section on
Sensor Configuration for programming tags)

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  The status bar on the bottom has 2 buttons one each for Alarm Reset and
Alarm Bypass. Also in the status bar indicated is the Mobile signal strength in
terms of number of Bars. Four (4) bars represent the signal level as excellent
whereas no bar indicates very weak or no signal form Mobile Phone tower.

 If disabled the unit will not send any

Alarm Text Messages to the mobile phone configured in the phone call out list.

 Upper right corner in the header is the location or Site name. This is simply a
text data field entered by the user.

5.2 Sensor Battery Levels / Voltages

In figure 5 above Typical Main Display Screen, Channel 6 indicates a low battery icon.
The view the actual battery level or voltage for that channel simply press the Low
battery Icon and the battery voltage is displayed as illustrated in the following screen
shot.

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To view the battery levels of all the sensors on the detectors simply the press the first
soft-key on the left side of the display panel.
All the detectors that have low battery will be displayed in flashing Red.

Press EXIT to return

Press this key to display Battery

Levels / Voltages

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5.3 Alarm Conditions
If any sensor goes into alarm condition the sensor tag and data starts flashing. The
Sensor reading will be flashing in Red. When the sensor clears the sensor data field
stops flashing, however, the sensor tag continues to flash. This feature allows the user
to determine which sensor has caused an alarm. To Stop flashing sensor tag simply
press the Alarm Reset button on the screen.

The sample display screen below illustrates:

 H2S Sensor on Drill Floor (channel 1) is in alarm state is flashing red

background with white text.

 H2S ALARM ***

 For an LEL or any other gas type alarm similar sensor data is displayed and bold
message on status bar will indicates the Gas Type Alarm such as
or

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In any gas alarm condition, following tasks are executed by the control panel.

1. Alarm relays will be activated according to the user setup as outlined in Alarm
Setup Section.

2. An event is generated in Historical Event Log to indicate the low or high or

both alarms have been activated by a particular channel.

3. If SMS is Enabled a text message is sent out to the mobile phones entered in
the phone callout list.

5.4 Alarm Reset and Bypass Buttons

Alarm RESET:
To Reset Alarm Relays simply press the RESET button on lower left of the Main Display
screen. However, if the gas level is still higher than the user defined alarm levels the
relays will be activated again. RESET button should be used either to deactivate
Latching Alarms or to Reset the Flashing Sensor tags (caused by channel in alarm).

Alarm BYPASS:
If alarms are currently active pressing the BYPASS ALARMS button will silence the A/V
alarms by deactivating the relays. The duration of ALRAM in BYPASS mode is set by
user in System Parameter section. If Bypass time is configured for 30 minutes then
after 30 minutes the BYPASS mode is automatically killed by the control panel and if
the alarm condition still exists the relays will be re-activated.
When the Bypass button is pressed a timer is initiated. The lower right corner of the
display screen will show the time remaining before the Bypass Time expires. To kill the
Bypass Mode prior to that simply press the RESET button.

Bypass Time Remaining

20 minutes

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5.5 Alarm Callout and Text Messages
Whenever any Sensor goes into alarm condition the Controller will generate and
transmit the SMS messages to the phone numbers listed in the Phone Contact List.
The list is divided into levels, Level 1 and Level 2. Phone numbers listed in Level 1
alarm will receive all messages generated while the numbers in level 2 list will only
receive High / Critical Alarm messages.

Thus Level 1 list will receive messages like:

 Sensor Fail Condition
 Both Low & High Level Gas Alarm on any channel.
 Low or High Level Gas Alarm condition Clears to normal
 When controller is placed in Alarm Bypass mode using the switch on the
display screen.
 Low Battery signal on any detector.
 Communication Failure.

Level 2 List will Only Receive if any sensor exceeds the High Alarm Condition. Also
receive message if High Alarm Condition Clears.

Following are the examples of the Text Messages generated.

Rig Loc # 1 Rig Loc # 1

Rig Loc # 1
** High H2S Alarm ** *H2S Alarm Cleared *
** Low H2S Alarm **
Drill Floor Drill Floor
Drill Floor

Rig Loc # 1 Rig Loc # 1

** Alarms Bypassed ** One or More H2S sensors

in Fault Condition

Note that first line in the text message indicates the location of the control panel (in
this example Rig Loc # 1). The second line gives the low / high alarm message. The
third line shows the location of the sensor (like Drill Floor).

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5.6. Remote Alarm Bypass (via SMS)
A high gas Alarm text message is generated when any sensor goes into alarm. Upon
rece
as response to the controller. The PT2000H controller upon receiving the Bypass
response will inhibit all alarms for time period configured as Bypass Time. This allows
the user ability to remotely bypass the alarms.

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 6.0 Historical Data Logging
PT2000H saves all the historical data into its non-volatile flash memory. The historical
data is organized in 2 types of log files, Event Log and Interval Data Log.
Furthermore, each log is archived on monthly basis. This is to avoid huge data files and
also allows the user an ease to view the historical data log one month at a time on an
Excel Worksheet.
Filenames used for:
Event log files: ELOG0713.CSV ( Excel readable format)
Interval Data Log: DLOG0713.CSV ( Excel Readable Format)

E(vent) Log and D(ata) Logs. Whereas 0713 means

th
July (7 month) Year 13 (2013).

New log files will be created by the control panel upon beginning of the new month.

Up to 4 Gigabytes for flash memory is available, sufficient for more than 10 years of
data. After downloading the data to an external flash stick user has an option to delete
all the data files from the controller s flash memory.

6.1 Interval Data Log

At the end of every 15 minutes interval the controller saves a record with a date and
time stamp for all the sensor readings. Each record contains Maximum and average
gas reading of each channel. Maximum is the peak reading detected by the sensor
while Average is the time weighted average of the gas reading in that 15 minute
interval.
The data records are saved in flash memory. All the data records are archived on
monthly basis. That is a separate log file is created for each month of the year as
explained in section 6.0

Important Note
At the end of log interval if all the sensor readings are zeros, then the record will not
be saved in the Data Log File. However, during the interval if any of the sensors
detected gas then the record will be saved. Data Records with zeros are discarded to
avoid logging data that really do not provide any information and also to eliminate
huge data files.

See section 6.3 and 6.4 for Downloading data logs and sample data log in Excel.

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6.2 Event& Alarm Log
An event record is generated any time an alarm condition or any abnormal condition
occurs. Each record is saved with date and time stamp of the occurrence.
Each record consists of data and time, Sensor Location tag or Channel number and
description.
Following are possible Events:
 Low Alarm Active
 High Alarm Active
 Low Alarm Clear
 High Alarm Clear
 Sensor Calib Mode
 Calib Mode Ended
 Sensor Fault
 Fault Clear
 Unit / System Startup
 Alarm Bypassed.

See section 6.3 and 6.4 for Downloading Event logs and sample Event log in Excel.

6.3 Downloading Data logs to a Flash Stick

All historical data can be downloaded to a flash memory stick. Insert the flash memory
stick to the USB port on the controller. The USB port is located on the front panel
below the display screen. When a valid USB flash memory stick is inserted into the
port a message on the bottom of the screen will appear prompting the user that data
is being copied to the flash stick. Once the data is copied a message will appear
prompting the user the remove the flash stick.

Note that transferring the data log files from the controller to the flash stick may take a
while depending on the amount of data. The system only downloads the new data
log files. That is if the flash stick already has the old files the controller will only transfer
new files and not the old ones. However, if a new flash stick is used, then all historical
logs files will be transferred. This might take several minutes. It is therefore a good
idea to use the same flash stick for the controller to avoid copying old files over and
over again.

Furthermore, user have a choice to delete old files after completing the new data
download.

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6.4 Sample Data Logs
Figure 6 and 7 shows data log files in Excel format.

Sample Interval Data Log

Figure 6. Sample Interval Data Log in Excel

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Sample Event Log

Figure 7. Sample Historical Event in Excel

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6.5 View Interval Data Log
From the Main Menu screen Press to view the historical Data Log. The screen below
illustrates that channel 1 thru 4 are to be displayed in Live mode. Each Screen shot is
about 5 minutes in time. Use the buttons on bottom of the graph to span in / out or
zoom in / out of the time period specified on the screen.
Each graph for each channel is displayed in different color. Upper right area of the
screen shows the pen color and legends.

Press Legend Box to

switch to Other channels

04-08-13 Width 5M Grid 30 04-08-13

11:30 AM LIVE 11:35 AM

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To view other channels press the Legend box to select. The following screen pops up.
Simply select the set of 4 channels to view.

To return to previous screen press the last soft-key right above the menu key on the
front panel of the display.

6.6 View Event Log

This is to view the historical events. All the events are saved in an event log file that
can be viewed on the display. The following screen shows the alarm / event with date
and time stamp.

Rig Location # 1

Date, Time, Chan#/Tag Event Description

04/01/2013 8:00:00 Unit Startup

04/01/2013 8:00:01 Channel 1 * Calib Mode
04/01/2013 8:30:00 Channel 2 * Low Alarm Active
04/01/2013 8:32:00 Channel 2 * Low Alarm Clear
04/01/2013 13:00:00 Alarm Bypassed

End of File

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6.7 Erase Historical Data Logs

Caution
Select this option from the main menu screen. Selecting this option will erase all the
historical data logs from the controller flash memory. It is recommended to select this
option only after downloading the data.

Press OK to erase data or CANCEL to abort and return.

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7.0 Setting up Wireless Detectors
7.1 Installing Detector and Solar Array Module

Note:
All LEL Combustible Detectors must be powered be Solar Array Module. However, all
Toxic Detectors comes in as either Solar Powered or Internal Battery Powered. Solar
Powered detectors have a stainless Steel Power Receptacle on the side for power cable
connection from the Solar Panel. This connector is not available / installed if the
detector is internal battery operated.

 Refer to Figure 8 below. Using a Pole Mount bracket with U-Bolt Assembly
install the Detector to a pole at appropriate height.

 Similarly Using a U-Bolt install the solar Array Module if the detector is a solar
powered unit.
Typically for LEL Combustible Detector a 12 Volt 10 Watt Solar Array Module is
used, whereas for Toxic Detectors a 6 Volt 5 Watt Solar Module is used.


 



 
 


Figure 8. Pole Mount Detector and Solar Module

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7.2 Installing Antenna
Each Ultra1000 Wireless Detector is supplied with an Antenna. For a short Line of sight
distance (up to 1500 Meters ) a dipole Antenna attached on top of the Sensor
Enclosure may be used. However, if the detector is installed at a distant from the main
controller a directional Yagi Antenna shall be used.

7.2.1 Installing Dipole Antenna

 Attach the Dipole antenna on SMA Connector (gold plated) on Antenna Mount
Assembly .See Figure below. Do not over tighten the antenna

 Install black polycarbonate protective cover onto the Antenna mount assembly

Polycarbonate Antenna Protective Cover

Antenna Mount Assembly

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7.2.2 Installing Yagi Directional Antenna
 A Yagi Directional antenna must be used for long distance communication or
when the line of sight from the detector to antenna is not clear. The antenna
must be raised higher on the pole and connected to the Antenna mount
assembly of the sensor via a coax cable.

 The N-Male connector on the coax cable attaches to the Yagi Antenna and the
Female (RPSMA Gold) connector is to be connected to the antenna mount
assembly on the detector. See Figure below

Female RPSMA Connector on Coax Cable

Antenna Mount Assembly

 Slip the short protective cover (provided with the coax cable) onto the
Antenna mount assembly as shown in figure below. The protective cover
restricts the horizontal cable movement and thus avoids snapping of the
connector on the Antenna Mount Assembly.

Protective Cover on Antenna Mount Assembly

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 Install the Yagi Antenna to the pole using the supplied pole mount bracket.

 Connect the short cable-connector on the antenna with the N-Male connector
of the coax cable.



    

(2) Drain Hole Plugs

(2) Open Drain

on bottom

Bottom exiting cable

(4) Pan Head Screws

 


Pole Mount Yagi Antenna 2.4 GHz

Coax Cable to Sensor
 

Antenna Mount Connector RM 2013140 1
 07/19/2013    1 OF 1

Figure 9. Installing Yagi Directional Antenna for Detectors

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7.3 Power Up Wireless Detectors
If the Detectors are solar powered then simply connect the power cable from the solar
array module to the power plug receptacle on side of detector as shown in Figure 8 in
section 7.1.
However, for the Toxic detectors that are internal battery powered an internal Power
Switch must be activated to Power On the detector.

First Time Detector Power Up

The detectors from the factory are shipped with batteries installed but the ribbon
cable inside disconnected. If the detector is powered up for the first time then follow
the steps below before proceeding to the next step

 Remove the Glass Cover.

 Loosen two (2) thumb screws on top of the transmitter board assembly. DO
NOT COMPLETELY REMOVE THE THUMB SCREWS.
 Find a short ribbon cable attached on the connection board assembly next the
battery compartment.
 Connect the transmitter board assembly to the connection board via this
ribbon cable.
 Place the transmitter board back on the stand offs on the connection board
and secure the board with thumb screws. Do not Over Tighten the thumb
screws.

Power On / OFF Detectors:

 Place the magnetic wand on top of the sensor enclosure to activate the internal
power switch. Remove the magnet when sensor startup messages appear on
the LCD.

To shut down the detectors when not in use place and

hold the magnet on top of the enclosure just like in
power On mode for few seconds. Detector will display
shut down message and will shut down the power from
the batteries in 5 seconds.

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8.0 Normal Operation
Ultra1000 series Wireless Detector ( toxic / Combustible) is used for air quality
monitoring. The unit detects the target vapors or fumes in air and sends the signal to
the control monitor over wireless data network. In a normal operation mode and zero
(no gas) state the sensor transmits the data every 90 seconds to the controller.
However, during alarm or in the presence of the gas in the air the data is transmitted
every 2 seconds. This transmission rate of data has been selected to maximize the
battery life.

8.1 Programming Sensor Address & Zone/Network ID

The first step after unit power up is to assign the sensor Address (Unit ID) and Network
/ Zone ID. The sensor address and zone id needs to be programmed only once. The
data is retained in a non-volatile memory and is not lost when the detector is powered
down. Address and ID are recalled from the memory when the unit is powered up
again.

Note: The addresses to each sensor are assigned at the factory when a complete
system is shipped. However, when a single replacement sensor is purchased then
user must assign the address to the sensor.

In order for the detector to communicate with PT2000 Series Control Monitor each
sensor must be assigned a unique address. The sensor uses this address to identify
itself when transmitting data to the monitor over wireless network. Network ID must
also be set. Network ID for all detectors must be the same as the Controllers Network
ID. Network ID is used to avoid any crosstalk between devices if multiple Systems are
used within the communication range of each other.

Follow the step by step instructions to assign a unique address to the

sensor.

1. Using the magnet supplied with the unit, activate the internal
magnetic switch. Refer to figure 10 for the position of the address
configuration switch.
The switch is

2. The sensor enters into address programming mode and the current
address is displayed for few seconds.

Figure 10. Setting Unit Address

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3. To change the address, hold the magnetic wand
position. The sensor address will be increment by 1 at a time. Hold the magnet
until the desired sensor address is displayed and then remove the magnet. The
address number rolls over to 0 after reaching the maximum address limit (typical
address limit is 32)

4. After changing the sensor address the LCD will display the Zone ID. The user may
now change the Zone ID. The default zone ID is 0. In order for all the sensor and
controller to communicate this zone ID must he identical.

5. To change the Zone ID hold the magnet until desired zone id is displayed on the
LCD and then remove the magnet.

6. Few seconds after the magnet is removed, the unit will return to normal operation.
The sensor may re-boot if the zone id is modified. The new zone ID will be
retained in the non-volatile memory and will be recalled upon next power up.

Caution
The default Zone ID is 0 set at the factory for all the detectors and the controller. In
order for the controller and the all the detectors on the Network to communication
properly the Zone ID of all the detectors and the controller must be identical.
However, the sensor Address must be distinct. It is recommended that the sensor
addresses should all be in numerical order and any address should not be skipped.

Zone ID should be modified or changed only if more than 1 system is being used in a
close proximity or within the communication range.

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9.0 Sensor Calibration
Refer to Table at the end of this section for the recommended calibration gas for the
target sensor.

Following items are needed for the sensor calibration:

 Calibration adapter with tubing
 Magnet tool to activate the magnetic sensor on the transmitter board assembly.
 Calibration gas bottle with flow regulator. The flow of the calibration gas should
be approximately 1.5 LPM (liters per minute)

See Figure 12

The sensor can be auto calibrated without removing the enclosure cover and
declassifying the zone. A magnet tool is used to activate the internal switch to initiate
the calibration.
Follow the steps below to calibrate the sensor.

1. Make sure the detector and ambient air is clear of gas

vapors.

2. Remove the rain / splash guard if attached.

3.
position to activate the magnetic switch as shown in
figure 11.

4. Place and hold the magnet until display indicates the

5. While the Calib Sensor message is being displayed the

sensor is making its initial adjustments. It may take 5 to
10 seconds. (Note: Do not apply calibration gas yet)

6. Once the initial adjustments are made the sensor will

display the concentration of the calibration gas to be
Cal Gas
50 -gas reading to the Figure 11.Sensor Calibration Mode.
calibration gas bottle being used simply place and hold
th
cal-gas value. Typically the calibration is performed at mid scale. For example, the
H2S sensor with the detection range of 100 ppm the typical calibration gas should
be 50 ppm. The selected calibration gas value will be stored in the non-volatile
memory and remains unchanged until modified.

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 Important Note: The LEL sensor can only be calibrated with 50% LEL and
unlike in case of H2S and other toxic sensors this value cannot be changed
during calibration

7. The microprocessor waits 60 seconds for the user to apply the calibration gas while
flashing the display approximately twice every second. Attach the calibration
adapter to the sensor head assembly and turn the gas on. When the flow of the gas
is detected by the sensor the display flashing rate will slow down to once every
second. If no gas is detected within 60 seconds the sensor aborts calibration and
before returning
to normal operation..

8. Apply the calibration gas for about 2 minutes.

9. After 2 minutes the sensor will display Adjustng for 5 to 15 seconds while making
adjustments and recording the calibration data into memory. When completed the
display will starts flashing rapidly. At this time remove the calibration gas and allow
the sensor to clear. Do not remove the calibration gas while the sensor is adjusting.
Remove the gas only when Calibration OK message is displayed.

10.
is displayed for few seconds.

11. The sensor will return to normal operation once all the calibration gas is cleared
out of the sensor head and the reading goes to zero.

Also refer to

Recommended Calibration Gas for Target Sensor

Target Gas Recommended Calibration gas
LEL Combustibles 50% LEL (2.5% Methane in air)
Hydrogen Sulfide 50 ppm H2S Balanced in Air
Carbon Monoxide 50 ppm CO balanced in Air
Sulfur Dioxide 25 ppm SO2 Balanced in Air
Oxygen Deficiency Pure Nitrogen (for zeroing)
Hydrogen 100 ppm Hydrogen balanced in Air

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 1.5 LPM Flow
Regulator

Calibration
Adapter with
tubing

Calibration Gas
cylinder

Figure 12. Sensor Calibration

9.1 Calibration Errors, Troubleshooting and Remedies

Error 1: Sensor Zero too high.
The microprocessor was unable to make initial adjustment. The output from the
sensor-element is too high to adjust. This error can occur during step 4 of the
calibration procedure. A short sensor-element could result in this error. Check if
sensor wires are connected properly and firmly to the sensor terminals.

Error 2: Sensor Zero too low:

The microprocessor was unable to make initial adjustment. This error can occur during
step 4 of the calibration procedure. Check if the sensor wires are not loose and are
connected properly to the terminals. Also check that the sensor supply voltages are
correct.

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Check the voltages on SENSOR terminal as follows:

Place the black (ground) probe of the volt meter on the green wire (  ). With the red
voltmeter probe check to voltage on red wire (+) terminal to be +5 volts 0.1. Similarly
place the red probe on the black wire and verify the voltage to be 5 volts 0.1.

Error 3: Calibration Time Out:

After initial adjustment the unit waits maximum of 60 seconds for the calibration gas.
Calibration is aborted if no calibration gas is detected by the microprocessor. Check for
the leaks in the calibration apparatus and check the flow rate. Always use a calibration
adapter and proper flow rate. A completely dead sensor could also result in this error.

Error 4: Not enough Sensor reaction to gas:

At the end of the calibration cycle the microprocessor checks for the adequate sensor
reaction to the calibration gas. This error code is displayed when sensitivity of the
sensor to the calibration gas applied is extremely low and the microprocessor is
unable to make final adjustments. This error can also occur when there is insufficient
flow of the calibration gas to the sensor. Also check if the calibration gas has not
expired and be sure to use the calibration adapter and check the calibration apparatus
for leaks.

Error 5: Sensor May be bad:

The sensor detected the flow of the calibration gas but the sensitivity to the gas is not
consistent. Double check the wires connecting the sensor head. And repeat the
calibration procedure after few minutes. If same error reoccurs the sensor head
assembly must be replaced.

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 Flow Chart
Sensor Calibration
User Action Sensor Display / Response

CALis displayed for 5 to

10 seconds Calib.gas value flashes on the
Initiate Calibration via display and sensor waits for
magnetic switch Sensor makes initial
adjustments the gas to be applied

Wait till display

flashes Calibration gas
value

Apply Calib Gas within 60 seconds to

avoid “Calibration Time Out”. Change Display flashes calibration gas value at the
the value of calibration gas being used if slower rate when the gas is detected by the
required. unit

Apply Calib Gas for 1-2 minute Display flashing once every second

Sensor making final adjustments

1-2 minute calibration time ended Adjstngis and recording calibration data.Do
displayed for few not remove the gas while ADJ is
seconds being displayed

Remove Calib Gas when displayStarts Display flashes rapidly for about 10
flashing rapidly (approximately 5 seconds. Returns to normal
times per second) operation when sensor has cleared

Sensor Calibrated
Successfully

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 Appendix A

B2013138 Wiring Diagram for Remote Alarm Relay Module

B2013139 Connecting Alarm Station to PT2000 Wireless Controller

B2013137 System Overview Inside the Controller (Page 1)

B2013137 Systems Interval Wiring diagram (Page 2)

52 Operators Manual Model PT2000/H Series Gas Monitor Rev 2. January 2014
 
+V
    
RETURN

Visual Alarm 1
(A1)

+V
RETURN

Visual Alarm 2
(A2)

A1
A2
A3
+V A4
NC
RET
RETURN
Zone
GND
+24 VDC
Visual Alarm 3
(A3)

Rotary Switch to
Selet Zone ID

24 VDC +V
Power Input Gnd

Audible Alarm 4
(A4)
+V  

RETURN

24 VDC VISUAL & AUDIBLE DEVICES

 

RM B2013138 1
 07/19/2013    1 OF 1
 
+V
    
RETURN

Visual Alarm 1
(A1)

Relay Terminal Block on

12 12 12 12 PT2000H Controller

RLY-1

RLY-2

RLY-3

RLY-4
11 11 11 11

BUSS BUSS

14 14 14 14

+V
RETURN

6A RELAY

6A RELAY

6A RELAY

6A RELAY
Visual Alarm 2 BUSS

(A2) A1 A1 A1 A1

(+V) AL-1
(+V) AL-2
(+V) AL-3
(+V) AL-4
Return
A2 A2 A2 A2
Pwr Source

Ret
+v
A/V Alarms

+v Pwr Source
Ret for Alarm Devices
(AC / DC)
+V
RETURN

Visual Alarm 3
(A3)
5 Core Cable

Audible Alarm 4
(A4)
+V  

RETURN
Alarm Wiring Diagram
PT2000H Gas Controller
 
 RM B2013139 1
 07/19/2013    1 OF 1

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





   



BREAKER
   



 
  
 




 



 


     
    
 


       


    

   


















   






   




 





 

 



   

 
    

55 Operators Manual Model PT2000/H Series Gas Monitor Rev 2. January 2014
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

 
 









 



      
  

  

   


BREAKER
BREAKER



  







   

 






   











   

 

   



















    








    





























 


  

   


 
    

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