SOMMER USH-9 Manuel utilisateur

USH-9

Ultrasonic level sensor

User Manual

Setup version 2.43

2019-03-28

Sommer GmbH

The Copyrights for this manual are exclusively owned by

Sommer GmbH

A-6842 Koblach

This manualor parts ofitmay only be copied or passedon tothird parties with written permission of Sommer GmbH. This applies to

printed as well as digital issues of this manual.

Sommer GmbH

Strassenhaeuser 27

6842 Koblach

Austria

http://www.sommer.at

Email: office@sommer.at

Tel.: +43 5523 / 55 989 - 0

Fax: +43 5523 / 55 989 - 19

Validity

This manual applies to the ultrasonic level sensor USH-9and is valid for the setup version 2.43 with all its

subversions.

The firmware version can be viewed with the function Device status and is listed in the boot message.

Created:

Last update:

Approved:

File:

jofri 2018-07-09

jofri 2019-03-28

wosom 2018-09-12

manual_USH-9_en.docx

CE compliance

This product is in conformity with the following directives and standards:

EMV Directive 89/336/EEC EWG EN 61326

RoHS II Directive 2011/65/EU

RoHS III Delegated Directive (EU) 2015/863

Safety information

Please read this manual carefully before installing or operating this equipment. Non-compliancewith the

instructions given in this manualcan result infailureor damage of the equipmentormay endanger people

by injuries through electrical or mechanic impact.

-Installation and electrical connections must be carried out by qualified personnel familiar with the

applicable regulations and standards.

-Installation of equipment on towers or poles poses the risk of falling, slipping or dropping of objects.

Contact your safety officer or consult applicable safety regulations for precautions and proper per-

sonal safety equipment.

-Do not perform any installations in bad weather conditions, e.g. thunderstorms.

-Prior to installation of equipment informthe owner of the measurementsiteor the authority respon-

sible for it. Upon completion, secure the installation from trespassers.

-Maintenance and repair must be performed by trained personnel or an engineer of Sommer GmbH.

Only replacement parts supplied by Sommer GmbH should be used for repairs.

-Make sure that NO power is connected to the equipment during installation and wiring.

-Only use a power supply that complies with the power rating specified for this equipment.

-Keep equipment dry during wiring and maintenance.

-If applicable, it is recommended to use accessories of Sommer GmbH with this equipment.

Disposal

After the equipment has reached the end of its lifetime disposeof the items at your next waste recycling

facility. DO NOT dispose of the equipment to residual waste.

Content

1Introduction................................................................................................................................. 6

2Unpacking.................................................................................................................................... 7

3Quick start ................................................................................................................................... 8

3.1 Installation............................................................................................................................ 8

3.2 Connection of the USH-9 to a computer.................................................................................. 8

3.3 Sensor configuration.............................................................................................................. 8

4Specifications............................................................................................................................... 9

5Principles of operation.................................................................................................................10

6Installation..................................................................................................................................11

6.1 Selection of the measurement site ........................................................................................11

6.2 Mounting.............................................................................................................................11

6.2.1 Power supply..............................................................................................................12

6.2.2 Signal cables...............................................................................................................13

6.2.3 Lightning protection....................................................................................................13

6.3 Maintenance........................................................................................................................13

7Operation....................................................................................................................................14

7.1 How to setup the USH-9 for snow applications.......................................................................14

7.2 How to setup the USH-9 for water level measurements..........................................................14

7.3 How to test the USH-9..........................................................................................................14

8Communication...........................................................................................................................15

8.1 Connector pin configuration..................................................................................................15

8.2 Communication with a PC.....................................................................................................15

8.3 Connection to a data logger..................................................................................................17

8.3.1 RS-485........................................................................................................................17

8.3.2 SDI-12 ........................................................................................................................17

8.3.3 Analog output.............................................................................................................18

8.4 Modbus communication.......................................................................................................18

9Configuration..............................................................................................................................19

9.1 Setup using Commander.......................................................................................................19

9.2 Setup using a terminal program.............................................................................................19

9.3 General settings ...................................................................................................................20

9.4 Level/Distance measurement................................................................................................20

9.5 Serial data output.................................................................................................................21

9.6 RS-485 interface...................................................................................................................23

9.6.1 System key and device number....................................................................................23

9.6.2 Output time (D-I-D).....................................................................................................23

9.6.3 Operation modes........................................................................................................24

9.6.4 Waking-up of a connected datalogger .........................................................................24

9.6.5 Output protocols.........................................................................................................24

9.6.6 Commands .................................................................................................................27

9.7 SDI-12 interface....................................................................................................................28

9.7.1 SDI-12 address (D-C)....................................................................................................28

9.7.2 Measurement commands............................................................................................28

9.7.3 Sensor configuration commands..................................................................................29

9.8 Modbus communication.......................................................................................................29

9.9 Analog output ......................................................................................................................30

10 Parameter definition ...................................................................................................................32

Appendix A Measurement values.....................................................................................................47

A.1 Error and exception values....................................................................................................47

Appendix B RS-485 interface ............................................................................................................48

B.1 Protocols..............................................................................................................................48

B.1.1 “Sommer” protocol.....................................................................................................48

B.1.2 Standard protocol.......................................................................................................49

B.2 Commands and answers .......................................................................................................49

B.3 Error codes...........................................................................................................................51

B.4 Sommer CRC-16 ...................................................................................................................51

Appendix C SDI-12 interface.............................................................................................................52

C.1 Standard SDI-12 commands ..................................................................................................52

C.1.1 Sensor identification ...................................................................................................52

C.1.2 Triggering a measurement...........................................................................................52

C.1.3 Requesting measurement values .................................................................................52

C.1.4 Requesting continuous measurements.........................................................................53

C.2 Extended SDI-12 commands..................................................................................................53

C.2.1 Reading and writing sensor configurations ...................................................................53

C.2.2 Adoption of settings....................................................................................................54

Appendix D Modbus ........................................................................................................................55

D.1 Modbus default settings .......................................................................................................55

D.2 Modbus Configuration..........................................................................................................55

1Introduction

Continuous water-level and snow depth measurements are very important in water resource manage-

ment and avalanche risk forecast.

The USH-9 is a continuous measurement device for the contact-free determination of water level and

snow depth. It measures the transit time of an ultrasonic signal between a variable surface and the

USH-9 sensor, and translates it to a level or distance. An integrated processor compensates the de-

tected signal for temperature and filters interfering reflections of precipitation within the measure-

ment path.

The USH-9 sensor contains an additional feature to sense precipitation and thus offers the option to

detect the settling of snow. Therefore, the sensor may also be implemented in observation systems

that monitor road conditions.

2Unpacking

When unpacking your USH-9 sensor box please make sure that the following items are present:

-USH-9 sensor

-Mounting bracket for Ø32…60 mm tubing

-MAIN sensor cable

-Manual on USB stick

In case of missing or damaged items please contact your Sommer sales partner.

The following items are available as options:

-Commander software

-Shielded, UV-resistant data cable, 6 m long, with water resistant 8-pole-connector

-USB to RS485 converter cable

3Quick start

This section will guide you through the most important steps to set up a fully operating level monitor-

ing system with an USH-9. It is divided into three main parts: installation, connection to a PC and sensor

configuration.

3.1 Installation

1. Select a proper and representative measurement site (Section 6.1)

2. Mount the USH-9 on a suitable mast (Section 6.2)

3.2 Connection of the USH-9 to a computer

1. Install the Commander software

2. Connect the USH-9 to your computer using the supplied USB to RS485 converter cable (Section

8.2)

3. Connect a 9…28 VDC power supply to the USH-9

4. Start the Commander software and establish a connection to the USH-9 (Section 8.2)

3.3 Sensor configuration

1. Select language, decimal character, units and decimal places (Section 9.3)

2. Select the measurement trigger (Section 9.3)

3. Configure and calibrate the snow depth measurement (Section 9.4)

4. Option: Configure analog outputs (Section 9.9)

5. Define the scope and structure of the data output (Section 9.5)

Upon successful configuration the USH-9may be connected to adata logger for continuous monitoring

(Section 8.3).

4Specifications

Physical and environmental

Powersupply

9…27 V; Reverse voltage protection, overvoltage protection

Power consumption at 12 VDC

Sleep mode: <0.4 mA

Active measurement: typically 40mA (max. 300 mA for 0.05 s)

Shield heating (optional): 1 A

Outputs

RS-485 ASCII / Modbus RTU

SDI-12

2 Analog outputs 4…20 mA (14 bit, max. load 250 Ω)

Operating temperature

-40…60 °C (-40…140 °F)

Storage temperature

-40…60 °C (-40…140 °F)

Environmental humidity

0…100 %rH

Protection rating

IP 64

Lightningprotection

Integrated protection against indirect lightning with a discharge

capacity of 0.6 kV peak

Housing material

Anodized aluminium

Mounting bracket

Ø32…60 mm

Size Ø x H

Ø180 x 320 mm

Weight

1.2 kg

Snow depth measurement

Measurement range

0.7…10 m

Nearblanking distance

0.7 m

Accuracy

max. ± 1cm; typically 0.1% FS

Resolution

1 mm

Non-linearity

≤0.15%

Measurement duration

2…20 s

Measurement interval

20 s…3 h

Measurement principle

Ultrasonic(frequency 50 kHz)

Beam aperture

12°

Temperature measurement

Temperature sensor

Pt1000 with radiation shield

Measurement range

-40…60 °C (-40…140 °F)

Accuracy

0.3 °C

Resolution

0.01 °C

Table 1: Specifications

Autres manuels pour USH-9

Table des matières

Autres manuels SOMMER Accessoires

SOMMER

SOMMER USH-9 Manuel utilisateur

SOMMER

SOMMER USH-9 Manuel utilisateur

Manuels Accessoires populaires d'autres marques

Hillco

Hillco 2810 Manuel utilisateur

Siemens

Siemens QSA2700D Manuel de l'opérateur

Contours

Contours ZY024 Manuel utilisateur

Saivod

Saivod VS621 Manuel utilisateur

Virtuox

Virtuox VirtuCLEAN 2.0 Manuel utilisateur

SCE

SCE ENVIRO-THERM SCE-TE170B24VSS Manuel utilisateur

Z-Wave

Z-Wave HSD-200Z Manuel utilisateur

turck

turck FMX-IM-2UPLI63FX Manuel utilisateur

Decagon Devices

Decagon Devices 10HS Manuel utilisateur

UPPAbaby

UPPAbaby Cup Holder Manuel utilisateur

Elko

Elko SmartSensor Leakage Wireless Manuel utilisateur

Grizzly

Grizzly H8371 Manuel utilisateur

Panasonic

Panasonic HG-T Series Manuel utilisateur

IFM Electronic

IFM Electronic Efector 250 Series Guide de référence

DigiDesign

DigiDesign 888/24 I/O Manuel utilisateur

PROZIS

PROZIS QUAY Manuel utilisateur

patagonia

patagonia PSI Vest Manuel utilisateur

SFC Energy

SFC Energy EFOY GO! Manuel utilisateur