Bullhorn RM1250, User Manual

Page 1: ...Bullhorn RM1250 User Guide RM1250 User Guide Proven compliance solutions Proven compliance solutions Relentless service ...

Page 2: ...ut the written permission of American Innovations is strictly forbidden The American Innovations logo and icon including Bullhorn are marks of American Innovations Ltd Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products American Innovations Ltd disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names o...

Page 3: ...9 Preparing for Installation 11 Electrostatic Discharge 11 Installing Conduit 11 Equipment Notes 12 Installation Requirements 12 Installation Overview 12 Installing the RM1250 13 Maintenance 16 CHAPTER 3 Configuration 17 Configuration Overview 17 Disable Synchronization Software 17 Activate Bluetooth 18 Configure with Bullhorn Tools Software 18 View Unit Information 21 Load or Import a Template 21...

Page 4: ...pendix A Technical Specifications 29 Appendix B Other Installation Options 31 RM1250 with Index 32 RM1250 with Existing Index 34 Appendix C Regulatory Notices 38 Export Control Classification Number 38 Appendix D Glossary 39 ...

Page 5: ...M1250 can be installed either as a stand alone device installed with an attached index or installed on an existing index using an adapter This guide includes the following topics Getting Started Installation Configuration NOTE The RM1250 User Guide and other related documentation can be downloaded in Adobe PDF format from Bullhorn Web under the Help menu Help Documents Use Adobe Reader version 5 o...

Page 6: ...ing may result in personal injury death or equipment damage A potential risk exists if the installation instructions are not followed Warning Risk of electrical shock Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury death or equipment damage A potential risk exists if the installation instructions are not followed Earth ground terminal This symbol indicates a protective earth ground c...

Page 7: ...cellular communication with Bullhorn Web the web based asset manager where readings can be monitored Reports and extracts are also available through the Bullhorn Web account to view the data from the units The RM1250 inputs can be measured and configured locally using either the Bullhorn Tools software on a laptop or the mobile application on a smartphone or tablet running iOS 8 1 or later Bullhor...

Page 8: ...ccessible means for removing the main input supply power source from the unit Multiple pole circuit breakers shall interrupt all neutral and ungrounded connectors of mains supply simultaneously The power disconnect device must be clearly marked to identify it as the disconnect device for the unit The power disconnect or separate overcurrent protection device should also provide overcurrent protect...

Page 9: ...nclosure Choose an area that provides enough room to easily access the unit or to perform routine maintenance after completing the installation WARNING Only accessories that meet American Innovations specifications may be used with the RM1250 Refer to Technical Specifications for a list of accessories and requirements Required Tools and Equipment The following tools and equipment are required for ...

Page 10: ... PlayTM Configuration and Support Software Refer to Configuration for instructions on using either the desktop or mobile application version of Bullhorn Tools To configure the RM1250 units for service using a laptop you will need the following software installed Bullhorn Tools Microsoft NET Framework Bullhorn Tools and support software can be downloaded from Bullhorn Web Bullhorn Tools Bullhorn To...

Page 11: ...eloped using Microsoft NET technology For more information about Microsoft NET Framework visit the Microsoft website http www microsoft com Bullhorn Information Line The Bullhorn Information Line is an automated attendant telephone system It is typically used when installing units in the field The system identifies when the last data transmission or test packet was received on your website account...

Page 12: ...ion or configuration contact American Innovations Technical Services in any of the following ways Telephone Local 512 249 3400 Toll free 800 229 3404 Email bhtechservices aiworldwide com Address American Innovations Ltd ATTN Technical Services 12211 Technology Blvd Austin TX 78727 ...

Page 13: ... Appendix A Technical Specifications WARNING If the RM1250 is used in a manner not specified by American Innovations the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Overview The RM1250 is housed in a weatherproof enclosure that can be easily installed and configured The unit can be installed separately from an index or meter attached to an existing index or shipped with an index attached ...

Page 14: ...ections and battery placement for the RM1250 Figure 2 2 RM1250 Inputs The RM1250 includes the following inputs Accumulator 1 Digital Input 1 Accumulator 2 Digital Input 2 NOTE The battery is the only field serviceable item in the RM1250 ...

Page 15: ...er to Safety and Equipment Symbols 2 Ensure that the latest version of Bullhorn Tools and other support software are installed on the computer or device that you plan to use to configure the unit Bullhorn Tools can be downloaded from the Bullhorn Web Help Downloads page andBullhorn Tools Mobile can be downloaded from the Apple App Store For more information refer to Installation Electrostatic Disc...

Page 16: ...e shown in Figure 2 3 Figure 2 3 RM1250 Enclosure Dimensions Before installing the unit ensure that the area around the installation site provides enough working space to easily access the unit to wire inputs configure the unit for service or perform routine maintenance Installation Overview WARNING If wires are to be buried or covered conduit must be used to protect wires The following steps prov...

Page 17: ...vices bhtechservices aiworldwide com NOTE To ensure a clean stable reading keep field wiring as short as possible and use shielded twisted pair wire such as Alpha 2463C American Innovations recommends using AI part number 211061 000 Belden 5308UE or equivalent for wiring inputs Complete the following steps to install the RM1250 1 Attach the flat base to a mounting bracket either an existing bracke...

Page 18: ... RM1250 4 pin Connector 6 Install the batteries into the bracket inside the RM1250 Secure with strap Figure 2 6 Battery Bracket and Battery Placement 7 Connect the two battery connectors to the battery connections on the RM1250 board ...

Page 19: ...cket is sent to your Bullhorn Web account 8 Place the RM1250 unit onto the base Align the cut out below the Bullhorn label on the dome to the screw next to blue dot on the base NOTE If you plan to configure the unit using a USB 5 pin mini b cable instead of Bluetooth do not place the unit on the flat base Configure the unit first and then secure the unit on the base Refer to Chapter 1 Configuratio...

Page 20: ...cord grip gland nut 30 in lbs IMPORTANT Do not twist the dome on the base if the cut outs do not line up with the screws Lift the dome off of the adapter and replace it in the correct position 10 Continue with Chapter 1 Configuration to configure the RM1250 for service Maintenance If performing maintenance on the RM1250 first disconnect the equipment from hazardous voltages before gaining access t...

Page 21: ...ration process includes the following tasks 1 If present disable synchronization software such as Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center 2 Activate Bluetooth 3 Configure with Bullhorn Tools Software or configure using the Bullhorn Tools Mobile app available for Android and iOS mobile devices Disable Synchronization Software If you use a synchronization software to synchronize a mobile device with ...

Page 22: ...ecting to the unit with a USB mini b cable instead of the Bluetooth connection you do not need to activate the unit The unit will be ready to configure with Bullhorn Tools once the cable has been connected to both the unit and the laptop Figure 3 1 RM1250 Access Point Activated 2 If using a laptop and Bullhorn Tools software continue with Configure with Bullhorn Tools Software 3 If using the Bullh...

Page 23: ...the configuration kit to your computer s USB port If using the USB 5 pin mini b cable connect the cable to the unit s USB port and then to your computer s USB port 2 Open Bullhorn Tools 3 Select the unit NOTE If a unit is not displayed click Scan Figure 3 2 Connect to Unit Via Bluetooth If you are using the USB 5 pin mini b cable the Connect to Unit window will look slightly different Figure 3 3 C...

Page 24: ...Readings line When scaling is enabled the accumulator value shown is equal to the Accumulator Value field from the Accumulator settings pane When disabled the accumulator value shown is equal to the Sensor Equivalent field from the Accumulator settings pane Refer to Configure Readings for more information on these fields Load or Import a Template units can be configured from a previously saved tem...

Page 25: ... If you are using a Bluetooth connection the unit will disconnect automatically after a few minutes However you can also de activate the unit by swiping a magnet across the access point until the light turns off View Unit Information Use the following steps to check unit and transmission information 1 Click the name of the unit in the navigation pane to view Readings Test Message Status Power Unit...

Page 26: ...pply Template 3 Verify unit information then click Apply Set Reporting Schedule and Battery Information The reporting schedule determines when and how often Reading measurements transmit to your website account Complete the following steps to schedule reports or add a battery installation date 1 Click Reporting Power to open the Reporting window ...

Page 27: ...m the pop up calendar in the Battery Install Date 5 Click Save to save settings or Cancel to clear all fields Send Test Message Complete the following steps to send a test message to the Bullhorn Web account NOTE After the batteries have been connected the unit sends a Startup packet to the Bullhorn Web account Refer to Installing the RM1250 1 Click Action Send Test Message 2 Click OK A packet is ...

Page 28: ...eadings Complete the following steps to enable or disable the unit Readings channels 1 Click Readings NOTE Double click Readings or click the expand arrow next to Readings to show the enabled readings Figure 3 9 Readings Enable Disable Settings 2 To enable a reading select Enabled ...

Page 29: ...r Settings a Enter a quantity represented by one input pulse in the Units Per Pulse field b Select a value from the list in the First Sensor Index To Register field that indicates the significant digits used when scaling c Enter a value for the accumulator in the Accumulator Value field NOTE The Meter Factor field is a calculated value based on Units Per Pulse and First Sensor Index to Register fi...

Page 30: ...will send an alarm to your Bullhorn Web account whenever there is a change to the Input State enable one or both of the alarms Open or Closed c Click Save to save settings or Cancel to clear all fields Work with Templates After configuring a unit the settings can be saved in a template You can use the template to set up another unit of the same type Create Templates Complete the following steps to...

Page 31: ...mplate select the template and click Delete Upgrade Firmware Available upgrades to the RM1250 firmware can be applied to the unit Complete the following steps to upgrade firmware NOTE Contact the Technical Services team for more information on the latest firmware available 1 Click Action Upgrade Firmware 2 Click Browse to search for the firmware file This file should have the extension bhf a Open ...

Page 32: ...re 3 13 Firmware Version De activate Bluetooth The unit will disconnect automatically after 10 minutes It is not necessary to swipe the activation point again unless you wish to de activate the Bluetooth connection immediately ...

Page 33: ... Interconnect cable Belden 5308UE 300 Vrms rated FT4 600 V 105 C or equivalent Inputs two dry contact closure or digital inputs Dry contact 100 μA source current Maximum cycle rate 8 cycle s minimum state change duration 62 5 ms Digital input Accumulates up to a 9 digit reading Minimum Logic 1 1 V maximum Logic 0 800 mV Accumulator maximum rate 8 count second Minimum state change duration 62 5 ms ...

Page 34: ...ions 30 Lithium 3 6 V 13 0 Ah capacity American Innovations USB dongle part number 626595 000 Optional flat base adapter part number 826552 A KFO00AA index 10 cuft part number 826552 A KFP00AA index base adapter part number 826552 A KFQ00AA ...

Page 35: ...r the RM1250 include the following RM1250 and index 10 cuft refer to RM1250 with Index on page xlii for installation instructions Figure B 1 RM1250 and Index RM1250 and index adapter for installation on existing index refer to RM1250 with Existing IndexRM1250 for installation instructions RM1250 with base and adjustable mounting bracket ...

Page 36: ...uick Reference Guide part number 122214 000 for installation notes and safety warnings RM1250 with Index The RM1250 can be ordered with an index The assembly can be easily installed or mounted to a meter or other structure The dimensions of the complete assembly are shown below RM1250 800 229 3404 www aiworldwide com S N 2A0000 ...

Page 37: ...ase and Index Dimensions Complete the following steps to connect the RM1250 to the flat base and index assembly 1 Connect the 4 pin connector from the index adapter to the RM1250 2 Connect the two RM1250 battery connectors to the corresponding connections marked Battery as shown ...

Page 38: ...at the connection wire is fully enclosed in the unit assembly NOTE The RM1250 label should be facing forward and line up with the blue dot on the base 4 Tighten base screws to secure unit RM1250 with Existing Index The RM1250 and index adapter base can be mounted onto an existing index Refer to Figure B 5 during installation ...

Page 39: ...ket on top of index 3 Replace board assembly 4 Place index adapter base over board assembly 5 Before attaching the drive cover bracket ensure that the magnet carousel is fully seated on the index as shown None of the metal shaft should be visible If the magnet carousel is not fully seated carefully press it down manually until fully seated The carousel should spin freely when seated Drive Cover Br...

Page 40: ...ive cover bracket with included hardware 7 Connect 2 conductor cable to index assembly board 8 Connect the 2 conductor cable to the RM1250 s 4 pin connection Figure B 7 4 Pin Connection on RM1250 9 Connect the two RM1250 battery connectors to the corresponding connections marked Battery as shown ...

Page 41: ... 8 RM1250 and Index 10 Place RM1250 onto the index assembly Ensure that the connection wire is fully enclosed in the unit assembly NOTE The RM1250 label should be facing forward and line up with the blue dot on the base 11 Tighten base screws to secure unit ...

Page 42: ... not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equi...

Page 43: ...of time in milliseconds that the unit will wait before re sending an alarm Input State The current state of the input either Open or Closed Meter Factor A calculated field in Bullhorn Tools that is based on Units Per Pulse and First Sensor Index to Register Meter Factor must be a whole number greater than 1 It is used by the unit to calculate the accumulator value that is transmitted to Bullhorn W...

Page 44: ...e related operations such as transmission schedules Threshold A value for a measurement that when exceeded will cause an alert to be sent USB Universal Serial Bus Communication protocol used by a computer for communications with an externally connected device Units Per Pulse Input field in Bullhorn Tools that indicates the quantity represented by one input pulse Table D 1 Glossary of Technical Ter...