Ma-702-28-En-00 - Setup Manual

ISOIL
I M P I A N T I
VEGA
ELECTRONIC COUNTER
SETUP MANUAL
SINGLE METER
FIRMWARE “M5E103 01XXX – M5R103 01XXX – M13E13 01XXX - M13R13 01XXX –
M5.0 1X23.XXE – M13.0 1X23.XE”
CODE : MA/0702/28/EN/00
REVISION : 04/2018
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INDEX
1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
 Features and general characteristics ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
 Functions .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
2 SWITCHING ON .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
3 PROGRAMMING .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
 Parameters and their protection ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
 Using the parameter programming keys ................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
 Accessing the parameters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
4 VEGA GENERAL CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
 Date and time settings ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 19
 Battery time (only for VEGAII) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
 Optional boards (VEGAII) ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
 Optional boards (VEGA T) ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 22
 VEGA serial number ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
 Enabling the Meter .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
 Type of display ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
 Backlight switch-off ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
 Automation protocol ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
 Proprietary protocol version ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
 Rounding data ModBus and ModBus protocol version ................................................................................................................................................................ 25
 Internal temperature ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
5 METER............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
 Meter serial number ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27
 Meter position ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
 Label of Meter......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
 Minimum and maximum flow rates ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
 Counting................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
 Counting by pulses emitter ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
 Counting by CanBus ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
 Counting by ModBus ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
 Units of measurement ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 37
 Custom units of measurement ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 39
 K Factor ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
 Meter Calibration..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
 Meter Factor ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
 Entering Meter Factor .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
 Correction Curve ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
 Entering Correction Curve ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 44
 Limits on measure correction ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
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 Automatic meter calibration procedure ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
 Tank Prover factors ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
 Save delivery .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
 Setting calibration factors ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
 Setting Meter Factor ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
 Setting Correction Curve ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57
 Close automatic calibration...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
 Meter enabling ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
6 PRODUCTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
 Products number .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
 Product names ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
 Product temperature ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
 Product temperature by PT100 ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 62
 Product temperature by 4-20mA .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
 Product temperature by ModBus .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
 Product temperature range ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
 Product density/alpha/strength ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 66
 Product density/alpha/strength by parameter ........................................................................................................................................................................... 67
 Product density/alpha/strength by 4-20mA ............................................................................................................................................................................... 68
 Product density/alpha/strength by ModBus............................................................................................................................................................................... 69
 Product density/alpha/strength out of range alarm ................................................................................................................................................................... 70
 Pressure ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 71
 Pressure acquired by parameter .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 72
 Pressure acquired by 4-20mA .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 72
 Pressure acquired by ModBus .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
 Pressure out of range alarm .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
 Products totalizers .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 75
7 STANDARD VOLUME CONVERSION ................................................................................................................................................................................ 76
 Mass adjustment .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
8 DELIVERY DATA SHOWN ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 79
 Setting data shown in main panel ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 81
 Decimals separator character .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 83
9 ALARMS MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 84
 Emergency functions .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 87
 Diagnostic test alarms – Internal devices ................................................................................................................................................................................. 89
10 VALVES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
 Block valves ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
 Selecting valves ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 93
 Preset Valves ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
 TWO-STAGE preset valve ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 96
 MULTISTEP preset valve ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 103
 4-20 mA preset valve ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 111
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 OPEN/CLOSE preset valve...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 117
 Back pressure control ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 120
 High Flow Rate reduction ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 123
 Preset valves alarms .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 124
 Vapour recovery valve ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 125
11 INPUTS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 127
 Digital inputs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 127
 Interlock ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 128
 Interlock custom name .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 130
 Interlock actions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 131
 Signal ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 132
 Analog inputs & outputs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 136
12 OUTPUTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 139
 Digital and power outputs ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 139
 Pulse outputs ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 143
13 SERIAL LINES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 144
14 PRINTING ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 145
 Enabling the not legally relevant print .................................................................................................................................................................................... 145
 Enabling the legal relevant print ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 147
 MRD (Metrical Recording Device) ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 149
 Legally relevant ModBus ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 151
 Printing configuration ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 152
 Ticket printer configuration .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 157
 Enabling pre-printed ticket data ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 159
 Enabling the data to be printed .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 162
 Displays during printing ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 164
 Displays with MRD ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 165
 Printer settings ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 166
 Reprints................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 168
15 LOADING TYPE ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 169
 Loading bay type .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 172
 Preset .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 173
 Start and Stop without preset ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 177
 Remote Start and Stop Signals ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 178
 Products selection ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 180
 Products pumps .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 182
16 ADDITIVE ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 183
 Management ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 183
 Additive Protection ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 184
 Number of available recipes ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 184
 Recipes name ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 185
 Additives quantities ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 185
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 Type of “ppm” ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 185
 Density of additives ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 186
 Quantity of cleaning line ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 186
 Additives display .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 187
 Volume measurement unit ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 187
 Alarm/Timeout ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 187
 Metered injection (only additive A/B) ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 188
 Piston injection unit 1 (only additive A/B) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 193
 Additivation with FlexiMix ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 199
 Specific alarms related to management of FlexiMix .................................................................................................................................................................. 203
 Additivation with external Additive Injection System 1 and 2 .................................................................................................................................................... 204
 Calibration of additives by piston or by meter .......................................................................................................................................................................... 207
 Additivation in local mode ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 210
 Additivation in remote mode .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 212
17 OPERATING MODES ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 213
 Local Mode............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 214
 Product selection ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 214
 Preset ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 215
 Additivation activation ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 215
 Delivery ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 216
 End of delivery ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 217
 Remote mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 219
 Communication protocol ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 219
 Serial addresses to communicate ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 220
 Operator identification ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 222
 Timeout on serial line ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 224
18 TRANSACTIONS AND BATCHES .................................................................................................................................................................................... 225
19 LFD-6 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 226
 Management ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 226
 Timeout LFD-6 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 228
20 BADGE READER RF-ID .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 229
 Enabling badge like PIN CODE ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 229
 Management of badge without PIN CODE ............................................................................................................................................................................... 231
21 VEGA PRICE CONFIGURATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................... 232
22 GAS EXTRACTOR ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 238
23 TOOLS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 241
 Parameters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 241
 Maintenance.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 244
 Corrections............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 246
 Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 248
 Legally measurements data .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 251

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1 INTRODUCTION
This manual contains all the information needed to set up the VEGA flow computer to suit the characteristics of each application by trained technicians.
The electronic counter VEGA, compatible with almost any type of flow meter, is at the same time an instrument for the measure, the control and the automation in
the liquid products handling.
Typical applications are tank truck, rail car or barge loading at petrochemical bulk plants, custody transfer, and delivery by trucks.
VEGA has been designed with “explosion proof” technique, being its installation mostly in hazardous area; it is approved as EEx d IIB T6 and IP66 according to
Cenelec Norms; when provided with intrinsically safe identification device protection mode is EEx d [ia]ia IIBT6. It has been also approved according to ATEX.
 Features and general characteristics

The general characteristics are:
- VEGA is electrically compatible with the most common types of pulse transmitters and it is suitable to any meter factor (pulses/litres ratio, for instance);
therefore it can be matched with:
 a volumetric PD meter provided with standard coupling (in this case VEGA has the pulser inside and can be mounted directly onto the meter);
 with one or two volumetric PD meters provided with pulses transmitters;
 with turbine meters or any meter based on any working principle as long as it is providing pulses proportional to the measured quantity.
- Simple construction and minimized number of components, for an easier updating and maintenance. The basic electronics consists of three pc-boards
counted in a plug-in rack designed on purpose, which can be removed in few seconds. Later updating and upgrading can be performed just by replacing or
adding pc-boards.
- Easy to use, since all the operations are guided and fully described. In particular, its functions are extremely simple and clearly separate from the
technician’s ones.
- Self-diagnosis of all functions, both of the unit and of the externally linked devices, with detailed read-out.
- Strong and reliable, suitable for use in heavy conditions in industrial environments. The enclosure is high protection rating (IP66) against liquids and solids
penetration.
- Safety and inviolability. Parameters having metric influence can be modified only when removing a “mass and measure switch” protected by seals.
Passwords with different levels allow only the authorized people to enter diagnostic functions and working parameters.
- Broad communication capability. VEGA works as an intelligent terminal for the supervision and automation systems, which it can be linked to via serial
communication lines.

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- VEGAII is equipped with:
 2 communication serial lines RS 232/485
 1 communication serial lines RS 422/485
 1 communication serial lines RS 232
 2 Pulses inputs A and B channel phased by 90°± 30°, f max1kHz,
 16 digital inputs on power supply board
 8 digital outputs on power supply board
 8 power outputs on power supply board
 16 digital inputs on additional I/O board
 8 digital outputs on additional I/O board
 8 power outputs on additional I/O board
 4 pulses outputs on CPU board
 2 analog inputs for PT100 temperature probe
 2 analog inputs 4-20mA
 2 analog outputs 4-20mA
 Numeric keys (0÷9)
 Function keys: START(2), STOP(2), ENTER, SET, CLEAR, (up), (down)
 Identification device DALLAS DS1990 TouchKey
- VEGA T is equipped with:

 2 communication serial lines RS485
 2 Pulses inputs A and B channel phased by 90°± 30°, f max1kHz,
 10 digital inputs
 7 digital outputs
 4 pulses outputs on CPU board
 2 analog inputs for PT100 temperature probe
 Numeric keys (0÷9), 000
 Function keys: START(2), STOP(2), ENTER, SET, CLEAR, (up), (down), (left), (Right) , MENU, +/-(negative sign), .(Dot), TOTAL (totalizer), F1,F2
 Transponder

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 Functions
- Read out:
 all the information is shown on a single screen with graphic display, allowing a better evidence to the main data, with messages and instructions in detail;
 the screen is permanently back-lighted;
 the quantities are displayed in the chosen programmable units of measure;
 during the programming procedure on the display guiding words and phrases are shown.
- Pre-setting (batch control) of the delivered volume.

Via a two stage valve control or by a “multistep” digital valve control can be controlled as well, allowing the flow rate regulation at prefixed values.
- Flow rate measure:

 frequency measure, mediated with a suitable algorithm to compensate the errors;
 in the selected engineering units, per minute or hour;
 alarm threshold for minimum and maximum flow rate, freely programmable;
- Temperature compensation:
 temperature detection: via thermal resistor Pt100 or analog input or ModBus protocol;
 reference temperature: programmable (typically 15°C or 60°F for petroleum products);
 method of calculation:- by API Standard D1250-04 settable according to the measured product as per linear function ( coefficient);
 product temperature range: –50°C ÷ +150°C [-58÷+302°F];
 density detection: via parameter or analog input or ModBus protocol;
 display and pre-setting of observed quantity, standard (compensated) quantity, mass.
- Real time clock:

date, hour, minutes, seconds are automatically updated and can be transmitted together with delivery data (to a computer or a printer).
- Data storage:
 programmed parameters are stored into a permanent memory, as well as more than one hundred sets of date of the previous deliveries, with events and
alarms;
 the internal battery allows to VEGA to work in standalone mode even in case of power lack.
- Calibration and error curve linearization:

 self- calibration by entering the prover volume and the observed one, the volume correction factor is automatically worked out;
 it is possible to perform the error curve correction in max 10 points of the flow rate range, repeating for each point the self calibration procedure.
During the delivery the flow rate is instantly measured, the error is linearly interpolated and the corrected volume is calculated.
- Injection of additive:
 it is possible to perform the injection up to 6 different additives.
 it is possible to interface by serial line at our FlexiMix ISOIL or by signal at other different logic units of additivation.
 for the additive A, B VEGA commands directly the injection valve and pump of additive.

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2 SWITCHING ON
After making and checking the electronic counter connections following2.1.1

the
instructions in the “INSTALLATION MANUAL”, the following page with the
manufacturer's details appears on power up…. …then the working page appears.
If images shown on display are not clear it’s possible set level of display contrast push together bottoms:
- “9” and “” to increase contrast;
- “9” and “” to decrease contrast.
Each time a new VEGA firmware release is installed, a message appears stating that the firmware has been upgraded and asking the you whether or not he wishes to
continue, as all the saved data will be lost.
To continue, select using the “” or “” keys and then press “ENTER” to confirm.

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Next, the you is asked if he wants to set the parameters using the data saved on the flash or if he wants to use the default settings. This makes it possible to replace
a faulty CPU board, for instance, without having to reset all the previously set parameters.
Select and the values saved before the counter was last switched off Select and the default settings will be used.
will be set.

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3 PROGRAMMING
The operation of the VEGA needs to be suited to the plant in which it is installed (meters, valves, etc) by programming its parameters.
 Parameters and their protection

The programming parameters fall into two categories:
- METROLOGICAL PARAMETERS;
- AUTOMATION PARAMETERS.
A level of protection is associated to each parameter depending on its characteristics.
LEVEL 1 (needed for all METROLOGICAL PARAMETERS)
These parameters can only be altered:

- using the LEVEL 1 password (see parameter 5.1);
- if the Weight & Measure Switch is completely extracted.
LEVEL 2
These parameters can only be altered:

- by entering the LEVEL 1 or LEVEL 2 password (see parameter 5.2);
A right configuration of VEGA parameters, by authorized and trained staff, is needed for a right operation of instruments.

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 Using the parameter programming keys
The parameters can be programmed using:
- the keyboard on the front panel of the VEGA;
- the “virtual keyboard” shown on the display;
- a remote computer connected to the counter via a serial line.
VEGA II VEGA T
The keys for VEGAII have the following functions: The keys for VEGAT have the following functions:
- "” and “” : to move within a menu or to select the elements shown on - "”,” e “”,”” : to move within a menu or to select the elements
the screen; shown on the screen;
- “ENTER” : to access and change the value of the parameter and to - “ENTER” : to access and change the value of the parameter and
confirm the new entered/selected to confirm the new entered/selected value;
value; - “000” e “0-9” : to enter numerical values;
- “0-9” : to enter numerical values; - “SET” : to exit from panel with “virtual keyboard”
- “SET” : to exit from panel with “virtual keyboard” (alphanumerical (alphanumerical values) without saving value entered;
values) without saving value entered; - “CLEAR” : to delete the values or quit the menu and go back to
- “CLEAR” : to delete the values or quit the menu and go back to the the previous one;
previous one; - “.” : to enter a decimal point;
- “RIGHT STOP” : to enter a decimal point; - “+/-” : to enter a negative sign.
- “LEFT STOP” : to enter a negative sign.

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 Accessing the parameters
To access and quit the parameter programming mode, press the two keys "” and “” for VEGAII, at the same time and wait about three seconds, press key
“MENU” for VEGAT.
Use the two keys "” and “” to scroll the menu options. On finding the required option "Parameters setting", press "ENTER".
For entering the password use keys "0-9" on the keyboard followed by "ENTER" to confirm the password.
If the password isn't valid, the following message appears:
Otherwise:
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Press "ENTER" to go to the parameter group menu.
There are 3 passwords that can be personalized for accessing to parameters programming.
Use: 3.1.2 3.1.3 3.1.4

PASSWORD LEVEL 1: must be used to - “0”-“9” to enter the PASSWORD;
change the Weight&Measure parameters. With - “ENTER” to confirm.
this password you can read and change all the
3.1.1
parameters. To change the Weight&Measure
parameters you must also pull-out the
Weight&Measure switch. The previously saved
password is required to change the password.

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Use: 3.1.6 3.1.7 3.1.8
PASSWORD LEVEL 2: permits to change - “0”-“9” to enter the PASSWORD;
the parameters that are not protected by the - “ENTER” to confirm.
Weight&Measure switch. The previously saved 3.1.5
password is required to change the password.
READING PASSWORD LEVEL: can be used to read all parameters.

The previously saved password is required to change the password.
It may happen that in order to access the parameters, the Weight&Measure switch needs to be removed as well as entering the password.

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There are different panels and different ways for set values of parameters.
Alphanumeric parameter Parameter with decimal point
To set this parameter, simply press: To set this parameter, simply use the keys:
- “SET” to exit; - “ENTER” to change the parameter;
- “ENTER” to change the parameter; - “0”-“9” for numerical values;
- “CLEAR” to delete the last character; - “RIGHT STOP” to enter a decimal point;
- “0-9” to introduce a number. If a letter is required keep pressing - “LEFT STOP” to change sign of parameter value;
the button until the letter appears. - “ENTER” to confirm.
- “ENTER” to confirm the value. To quit the panel, go to and then press “ENTER”.
To quit the panel, go to and then press “ENTER”.
Numeric parameter List parameter
Use: Use:
- “ENTER” to change the value of the parameter; - “ENTER” to change the value of the parameter;
- “0”-“9” to enter the new value; - “” or “” to go to the option required;
- “LEFT STOP” to change sign of parameter value; - “ENTER” to confirm the choice.
- “ENTER” to confirm the choice. To quit the panel, go to and then press “ENTER”.
To quit, go to and then press “ENTER”.

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Panel with more parameters 3.1.9 3.1.10 3.1.11
Use:
- “” or “” to go to the parameter required;
- “ENTER” to change the value of the parameter;
- “0”-“9” for numerical values;
- “RIGHT STOP” to enter a decimal point;
- “LEFT STOP” to change sign of parameter value;
- “” or “” to go to the option required for list value;
- “ENTER” to confirm the choice.
To quit the panel, go to and then press “ENTER”.

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4 VEGA GENERAL CONFIGURATIONS
Start programming the general functions by selecting the “VEGA configuration” menu.
 Date and time settings

The VEGA has an incorporated clock (real time clock) that manages the date and time function. The day/month/year is automatically updated, bearing in mind the
different length of the months (28, 29, 30 or 31 days) and leap years. This function is active even when the VEGA is switched off.
On selecting “Date and hour” the following page appears, letting the you set the DAY, MONTH, YEAR, HOURS, MINUTES and SECONDS parameters.

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 Battery time (only for VEGAII)
Use the “Battery Time” parameter to decide how many time (in seconds) the incorporated battery should keep switched on VEGA after the main power has been
cut off; if the product is passing at the time, VEGA will remain switched on until this battery runs out.
If the battery doesn’t work correctly an alarm can be generated.

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If VEGA switch-off before the end of battery time it’s possible to generate an alarm that is visualized on the next switch-on.

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 Optional boards (VEGAII)
The VEGAII can be fitted with optional boards.
“Digital I/O Board” optional board allows to add :

- 16 digital inputs;
- 8 digital outputs;
- 8 power outputs.
 Optional boards (VEGA T)

The VEGA T can be fitted with two optional boards:
- Pt100 board
- 4-20mA board

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 VEGA serial number
An alphanumerical code (max 9 characters) can be saved, normally corresponding to the serial number on the external plate of VEGA.
 Enabling the Meter
Example with Meter disabled.

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 Type of display
This parameter allows to define the type of display installed. Different types of display have different contrast regulation.
 Backlight switch-off
This parameter allows to define how many time after the last operation the display backlight has to remain switched on.
 Automation protocol
These parameters allow to choose which type protocol of automation management of VEGA has to be used.

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 Proprietary protocol version
This parameter allows to choose which version of proprietary protocol must be used to communicate with VEGA,.
For more information about versions of the protocols, refer to the manual of proprietary protocol.
 Rounding data ModBus and ModBus protocol version

The panel 2.10.3 allows to:
 enable/disable the rounding of main data (totalizers,partials,temperature,etc…) represent in the ModBus registers, the rounding is done follow the
indication showed on VEGAII’s display
 select which type of protocol must be used.
 Minimum delay before VEGA replies to a command

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 Internal temperature
VEGA can verify if temperature inside the housing doesn’t go out of the range.
If the temperature inside VEGA goes below the minimum temperature the “MINIMUM INTERNAL TEMPERATURE” alarm is generated.
If the temperature inside VEGA rises the maximum temperature the “MAXIMUM INTERNAL TEMPERATURE” alarm is generated.

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5 METER
VEGA can be associated to a meter via a series of parameters.
 Meter serial number

Alphanumerical code (max 15 characters). Normally must be set the same SN (Serial Number) wrote on the meter’s plate.
 Meter position
Alphanumerical code (max 15 characters) that indicates the position of meter in the plant.

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 Label of Meter
Alphanumerical code (max 9 characters) where can be set the label/name of the meter.
 Minimum and maximum flow rates

These parameters define the working flow-rate range of the measuring system.
By setting this parameters VEGA can control if during the delivery the measuring system works inside its operating flow-rate range.

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Flow rate alarms are grouped in a menu.
If the flow rate stays below this value for longer than the time-out set (in seconds) in parameter 3.1.2.1.3, the "LOW FLOW RATE" alarm is generated. This control
only starts after the time delay set in parameter 3.1.2.1.4.
If the flow rate stays above this value for longer than the time-out set (in seconds) in parameter 3.1.2.2.3, the "HIGH FLOW RATE" alarm is generated.

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VEGA can control if the flow-rate during delivery goes to zero for a time longer than the value set into parameter 3.1.2.2. The relative alarm is “NULL FLOW
RATE”. This control does not work when VEGA doesn’t start/stop the delivery.
VEGA can control if the product flows in the negative direction. The relative alarm is “NEGATIVE FLOW RATE”.
VEGA can control if the product flows under the value specified in parameter 3.1.2.5.3. The relative alarm is “FLOW RATE IN HIGH FLOW TOO LOW”.

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 Counting
VEGA can acquire the quantity of product delivered in one of the following ways:
 By counting the pulses generated by a pulse emitter (single or dual channel)
 By counting the pulses reading on a specific message of CAN-BUS protocol.
 By acquiring the product delivered by reading of a specific register with ModBus protocol
To select the method of counting:
Also define:
This parameter allows to define the meter sense This parameter allows to define if the Out of delivery is possible to apply a filter on
of rotation. quantity can be only increased or also the pulses generated by noises or vibrations,
decreased. in this way the wrong pulses aren’t counted.
This parameter allows to set the width of
filter; the value is expressed in percentage
where 100% correspond at the minimum flow
rate.

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 Counting by pulses emitter
If the counting is done by pulses emitter it is necessary to specify if it’s used one or two channel type of acquisition.
VEGA can check if the pulses emitter is connected and if the pulses on the two channels are generated conforming to the ISO6551 level B.
If the pulse emitter is not connected, VEGA generates the “PULSES EMITTER NOT CONNECTED” alarm.

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VEGA can generate an alarm when the difference between the pulses on Channel A and pulses on Channel B is bigger than the percentage of wrong pulses related
to quantity delivered. This control is possible only if VEGA is using a counter (pulse emitter) on two channels.
When the quantity delivered is less than the “minimum measured quantity” the maximum difference between pulses on Channel A and on Channel B is calculated
in percentage respect to the parameter value of the “Minimum measured quantity”.

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 Counting by CanBus
If the counting is done by a CanBus encoder it is necessary to set the following parameters:
This parameter allows to define the speed

This parameter allows to define the
of the CanBus communication (only for
address of the CanBus encoder.
VEGAII).
If the CanBus communication between VEGA and CanBus Encoder doesn’t work correctly, the alarm 1.01 will be generated (if alarm is enabled), the following
diagnostic alarms can also be generated:
 1.81  general malfunction of CanBus encoder
 1.82  wrong acquisition of pulses
 1.83  software reset occured
 1.84  hardware reset occured

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 Counting by ModBus
In this mode the counting is done by acquiring the amount delivered by reading a specific register of an external device connected via legally relevant serial line to
VEGA using the Modbus protocol.
This parameter allows to specify the This parameter allows to specify the
ModBus address of device where VEGA ModBus function code used to read the
will read the data of counting. registers.
This parameter allows to specify the number of This parameter allows to define the type of
This parameter allows to define the value of
ModBus register of gross volume totalizer. representation of totalizer value acquired by
totalizer above which it will be reset.
ModBus.
This parameter allows to define the number of This parameter allows to define the type of
This parameter allows to define the value of
ModBus register of mass totalizer. representation of totalizer value acquired by
totalizer above which it will be reset.
ModBus.

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This parameter allows to define the number of This parameter allows to define the type of
ModBus register of flowrate (quantity per representation for the flowrate value acquired
minute). by ModBus.
If the ModBus communication between VEGA and the device that supply the counting doesn’t work correctly, alarm 0.32 is generated on VEGA, for the
management of this alarm it is possible to define:
This parameter allows to enable or disable the This parameter allows to define which This parameter allows to define the maximum
management of alarm. emergency function is linked at the alarm. time that VEGA will wait for a reply by
counting device before giving the alarm.
This parameter allows to define the time that

must be elapsed from switch on of VEGA
before starting to check the alarm.

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 Units of measurement
The counting pulses sent to VEGA can represent a volume, a mass or a custom unit.
With the parameter 0.9.1 VEGA is informed what the counting5.1.1pulses When the pulses represent a volume VEGA can display the following
represent. The counting pulses are generated by the pulse emitter. unit of measurement.
When the pulses represent a mass VEGA can display the following unit Flow rate can be expressed as a unit of measurement per minute or hour.
of measurement.

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Temperature can be shown in °Centigrade or °Fahrenheit and must
5.1.2be The preset can be set in gross volume, gross standard volume, mass
coherent with the volume thermal conversion chosen. or price.
Define which is the unit of reference for flowrate. 5.1.3 Define which is the unit of reference for price calculation.
If the user makes a mistake in setting the parameters, VEGA displays a series of messages with details.

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 Custom units of measurement
It is possible to set a “custom unit of measurement”. This lets the user to personalize the unit of measurement for the quantities measured by the VEGA.
To align in kilograms or pounds the mass calculated starting from the gross standard volume, a multiply factor must be introduced.
This factor is equal to the ratio between “custom unit of measurement” and “cubic meters”.
For example if my unit of measurement is decalitres:

Decalitres
Factor = ----------------- = 0,01
Cubic meters

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 K Factor
This parameter defines the number of nominal necessary pulses to obtain one unity of measure (volume or mass). The unit of measure is defined by the
parameter n. 0.9.1. Normally this number is furnished by the meter's builder.
For example the pd-meter ISOIL LBM400 with the pulses emitter ISOIL EM5010 has a KFACTOR of the 21,978 (pulses for litre).
This parameter is not used if the counting is done via ModBus legally relevant protocol.
N° PULSES/REV 100 pulses

K-FACTOR = -------------------------------------------- ----------------- = 21.9780 pulses/litre
CYCLICAL VOLUME OF LBM400 4,550 litres
one litre for every 21.978 pulses.
 Meter Calibration
Each meter is a unique device because even if it's built in full compliance with the construction specifications, these foresee certain tolerances. As a result, you
can't get a precise measurement by simply entering the K-Factor.
The VEGA lets you calibrate the meter in two ways:
1) METER FACTOR
By using a single METER FACTOR applied to the full operating range (established using the values saved in the MINIMUM FLOW RATE and
MAXIMUM FLOW RATE parameters).
2) CORRECTION CURVE
By using a series of METER FACTORS for various flow rates and an interpolation algorithm that calculates a specific METER-FACTOR for each measured flow
rate.

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 Meter Factor
The METER FACTOR is a number used by the VEGA to calculate the volume read at a given flow rate for that meter. This is normally calculated at the effective
working rate. The METER-FACTOR is specific for each product.
The response curve for the measuring system before calibration using the METER-FACTOR could well be the one shown below
Errore % Example:
Error % 5.1.4
Possible situation before entering the METER-FACTOR, showing that the error
may exceed the accepted tolerance for the applicable mass and measures
standards in the country of use.
Qmin = measuring system min flow rate (to be introduced in the relevant
+0,2 parameter)
Qmax = measuring system max flow rate (to be introduced in the relevant
parameter)
Qtest = flow rate at which the delivery is made to find the METER-FACTOR
0
Qtest
Qmax Portata
Qmin Flow Rate
-0,2
 Entering Meter Factor

To establish the METER FACTOR, you need to:
- make at least one delivery at the volume of the sample measure used;
- read the volume shown by the VEGA and the volume measured by the sample measure;
- calculate the SAMPLE VOLUME, taking into consideration the expansion coefficient for the sample measure using the following formula:
SAMPLE VOLUME = volume measured by sample measure * ((sample measure temperature – reference temperature) * sample measure expansion coefficient);
METER FACTOR = SAMPLE VOLUME / Volume measured by the VEGA
The METER FACTOR must be entered in the relevant parameter. Let's imagine we need to enter the METER FACTOR of Product 1.
Let's now imagine we want to enter the METER FACTOR: the volume measured by the electronic counter after making a delivery is 1000 litres, while the volume
measured using the sample measure is 1002 litres; the correction factor we need to enter will be 1.002 (=1002/1000). When we access the relevant parameter,
we find:

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The METER FACTOR used for the test (0.4.1: Enter calculated correction factor. After entering the calculated correction factor
5.1.5
1.00000) appears in the first line of the (1.002), the new METER FACTOR to be used
window. will appear in the first line of the window.
5.1.6

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Let's now suppose that we want to check the calibration: we repeat the delivery and find that the volume measured by the electronic counter is 1000, while that
measured by the sample unit is 1001; the correction factor to be introduced in this case will be 1.001 (=1001/1000). When we access the relevant parameter, we
now find:
The METER FACTOR used for the test Enter calculated correction factor. When we enter the correction factor (1.001),
5.1.7
(0.4.1=1.00200) appears in the first line of the the new METER FACTOR will be 1.002*1.001
window. =1.00300.
5.1.8
Errore % This is the result of entering the METER-FACTOR, clearly showing that the error
Error % has been cleared at the Qtest flow rate.
When you enter a single METER-FACTOR, the error variation applies to the entire
+0,2
flow rate range.
Qmin
0
Qtest Qmax
Portata
Flow Rate
-0,2

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 Correction Curve
Each meter is subject to an error curve depending on the flow rate. This means that when you use just one METER FACTOR, you can only get exact calibration at
one flow rate (see figure above), while you risk having a variable error in the rest of the flow rate field. To eliminate this error, you can use the error curve
correction function. This uses a series of METER FACTORS (from 2 to 10) read at random in the operating field and determined by the values saved in the min and
max flow rate parameters. Curve correction is even more effective, the more METER FACTORS are read at the points where the angle of the curve changes more
rapidly.
CAUTION: You need to detect min 2 and max 10 METER FACTORS to calibrate the error curve for each product:
This example shows the result of correcting a typical error for a
volumetric meter.
5.1.9
The graph at the top shows the curve before correction plus the
flow rates (Q1-Q10) whose METER-FACTORS have been found
(1-10).
The graph below shows the result of correction after enabling
curve correction.
5.1.10
Qmin = min flow rate entered in the relevant parameter
Qmax = max flow rate entered in the relevant parameter
5.1.11
Flow rate Q1 can be equal to or more than Qmin.
For flow rates under Q1 the METER-FACTOR applied will be that
entered for Q1.
5.1.12
The last flow rate value entered is QX (Q2-Q10). In the case
shown here, Q10 can be equal to or less than Qmax.
For flow rates over QX the METER-FACTOR applied will be that
entered for QX.
5.1.13
 Entering Correction Curve

To entering correction curve, you need to:
- make at least one delivery at the volume of the sample measure used;
- read the volume shown by the VEGA;
- read the volume measured by the sample measure;
- calculate the SAMPLE VOLUME, taking into consideration the expansion coefficient for the sample measure using the following formula:
SAMPLE VOLUME = volume measured by sample measure * ((sample measure temperature – reference temperature) * sample measure expansion coefficient);
CORRECTION = SAMPLE VOLUME / Volume measured by the VEGA

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The CORRECTION CURVE must be entered in the relevant parameters. Let's imagine we need to enter the CORRECTION CURVE of Product 1.
Set number of correction point. Set value of flow rate. 5.1.14

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If you try to enter a flow rate value that doesn't fall within the operating
5.1.15 If the flow rate value is correct, to enter the correction factor. 5.1.16
range established by the values saved in the MINIMUM FLOW RATE and
MAXIMUM FLOW RATE parameters, the VEGA automatically rejects it.
To quit the panel and confirm the data entered, go to and To quit the panel without confirming the data entered, go to
then press “ENTER”. and then press “ENTER”.
After entering the METER FACTORS, you need to activate the curve
correction by going to the relevant field. To quit the panel, go to and then press “ENTER”.

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If you try to correct the curve after entering just one METER FACTOR,
5.1.17 If more than 1 point it’s set it’s possible quit the panel pressing
the VEGA automatically blocks correction: “ENTER” on .
 Limits on measure correction

There is a parameter that establishes maximum correction of measure error. If you have an error bigger than these parameters it’s better to do mechanical
maintenance of meter.
Than there is a parameter that establish the maximum difference between errors of adjacent point of Correction Curve; so you have to set a realistic Correction
Curve.

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 Automatic meter calibration procedure
There is a specific automatic procedure to make calibration simpler, it allows to calibrate the meter without have to calculate and insert the correction factors
manually.
To start the automatic procedure, you need to:
- enter MENU mode by pressing the two keys "" and "" at the - select option " Activate calibration";
same time;
- select option "Meter calibration";
To quit the panel and activate procedure, go to and then Having activated the meter calibration procedure, the relevant window
press “ENTER”. appears. From this point on and until the procedure is deactivated,
To quit the panel and disable procedure, go to and then each delivery can be saved in a special table.
press “ENTER”.

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 Tank Prover factors
This option lets you enable the correction of the thermal deviation in the Tank Prover compared to the reference temperature, set the reference temperature data
and the thermal deviation factor that characterizes the sample measurement.
Reference temperature. 5.1.18 Expansion coefficient. 5.1.19

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 Save delivery
After activating the “Meter calibration” procedure, you need to deliver the product and save the relevant data:
If you try to save the test without first activating the VEGA calibration
procedure, the VEGA automatically blocks the save function
5.1.20
If you try to save the test for another product, the VEGA automatically If you try to save more than 16 tests, the VEGA automatically blocks the save
blocks the save function. function:
If you try to save the test without first delivering any product, the If you try to save a test carried out at below the min flow rate, the
VEGA automatically blocks the save function: VEGA automatically blocks the save function:

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If you try to save a test carried out at above the max flow rate, the
VEGA automatically blocks the save function:
If none of the above situations arise, a page appears showing the data for the VEGA delivery and the you may then enter the following data for the TANK
PROVER:
- Vol. (volume measured using the Tank Prover);
- T(med) (average temperature detected by the Tank Prover thermometers).
When you enter the data, the VEGA calculates and updates the correct volume of the sample measure and the error values in ‰ for the test.
Example with temperature compensation enabled. 5.1.21 Example with temperature compensation disabled. 5.1.22
Having entered all the data, the you can use:

- "CLEAR" to delete the test;
- "SET" to save the test in a table (max 16 tests can be saved).

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Explanation of the indications on the display:
Tank Prover
- Vol. (volume measured using the Tank Prover);
- T(aver) (average temperature detected by the Tank Prover thermometers);
- Vol. cor. (volume measured using the Tank Prover, corrected to take into account any deviation);
- TAB.54B (table used to find compensation factor);
- VCF (factor used to calculate compensated volume);
- Vol.Tb. (volume measured using the Tank Prover, compensated for base temperature).
VEGA counter
- Vol. (volume measured by the counter);
- F(aver) (average flow rate at which the test is carried out, calculated by the counter);
- T(aver) (average temperature detected by the PT100 probes connected to the electronic counter);
- Density or Alpha or Strenght (density or alpha value or Strenght used to calculate the compensated volume);
- Vol. Tb. (volume measured by the counter, compensated for base temperature and pressure);
- Vol. Tb. m. (volume resulting from the calculation at END of BATCH of the volume delivered by the VCF obtained from the T(aver) datum).
Errors of compensating counter

- Difference 1 (error calculated using the compensated volume measured by the counter, taking into account the average temperature of delivery and the
compensated volume calculated using the Tank Prover);
- Difference 2 (error calculated using the compensated volume measured by the counter and the compensated volume calculated using the Tank Prover);
- Difference 3 (error calculated using the compensated volume measured by the counter, taking into account the average temperature of delivery and the
compensated volume calculated using the counter).
Errors of non-compensating counter

- Error (error calculated using the volume measured by the counter and the correct volume calculated using the Tank Prover);
If you try to save a test with first entering a figure in the Volume
5.1.23
field The following message appears when you enter the data correctly:
5.1.24
for the VEGA SAMPLE MEASURE, the VEGA automatically blocks the
save function:

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 Setting calibration factors
Once the you believes he has saved enough tests to be able to start setting the correction factors, he should:
- enter MENU mode by pressing “” or “” at the same time;
- select option "Meters calibration";
- Select option "Set calibration factors".
If you try to set the factors without having activated the calibration
5.1.25 If you try to set the factors without having saved the tests, the5.1.26
VEGA
procedure for that meter, the VEGA will display the following error will display the following error message.
message.

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If none of the above situations arise, the flow rates and test errors appear on the VEGA display.
If the counter is a compensating counter, the errors shown will be those for the COMPENSATED counter.
You can then decide to use:

- "" to go to the next test;
- "" to go to the previous test;
- "CLEAR" to delete all non-significant tests;
- "SET" to go to the next menu (this key is only accepted if there are
fewer than 10 tests).
If you try to go to the next menu by pressing key "SET" before 5.1.27
he has Vice versa, if you try to reduce the number of tests in the table5.1.28
to less
reduced the number of tests to less than 10, the VEGA will display the than 1, the VEGA will display the following error message.
following error message.

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If you try to continue, with several tests in the table having the5.1.29
same After deleting non-significant tests and deciding to continue, the VEGA
flow rate, the following message appears. will display the page showing the remaining tests.
The you can then use: 5.1.30

- "" to go to the next test;
- "" to go to the previous test;
- "ENTER" to select the highlighted tests and start correcting the
Meter Factor;
- "SET" to start setting the curve needed to correct the Correction
Curve;
- "CLEAR" to quit the correction stage.

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 Setting Meter Factor
The METER FACTOR can be corrected in two ways:
- by entering the new error for the selected test (normally the one carried out at the most frequently used flow rate for that meter) without considering the
influence of the other tests;
- by entering the new error for the selected test (normally the one carried out at the most frequently used flow rate for that meter), but this time considering the
influence of the other tests.
The VEGA automatically blocks any attempt to set METER FACTOR

5.1.31
To correct the METER FACTOR, you need to select one of the tests.
without first removing the Weight & Measure Switch.
Simply press: 5.1.32 Press 5.1.33

- keys “” or “” to scroll proofs; - “ENTER” to continue.
- “ENTER” to set Meter Factor;
- “SET” to set Correction Curve;
- “CLEAR” to exit
Each time you select a test, the VEGA shows the error recorded5.1.34
during To check the influence of a new METER FACTOR on the flow rates5.1.35of
the test in the “Impute new error” field. Confirmation of this datum the other tests, the relevant error values are updated each time you
does not lead to any correction. confirm a new value.
Simply: 5.1.36 Press: 5.1.37

- press “ENTER” to change the value; - “SET” to set METER FACTOR.
- use keys “0”-“9” to enter the numerical values; - “CLEAR” to select another test.
- press “RIGHT STOP” to enter the decimal point;
- press “LEFT STOP” to enter the negative sign;
- use keys “” or “” to go to the required option;
- press “ENTER” to confirm.

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Having found the right METER FACTOR, press "SET" to enter
5.1.38
this 5.1.39 5.1.40
effectively.
Press 5.1.41 Press: 5.1.42

- “ENTER” to continue. - "CLEAR" to quit
 Setting Correction Curve

Each meter is subject to an error curve depending on the flow rate. This means that when you use just one METER FACTOR, you can only get exact calibration at
one flow rate (see figure above), while you risk having a variable error in the rest of the flow rate field. To eliminate this error, you can use the error curve
correction function. This uses a series of METER FACTORS (from 2 to 10) read at random in the operating field and determined by the values saved in the min and
max flow rate parameters. Curve correction is even more effective, the more METER FACTORS are read at the points where the angle of the curve changes more
rapidly.
The VEGA automatically blocks any attempt to correct the error5.1.43

curve If you try to correct the error curve after saving just one test5.1.44
in the
without first removing the weight and measure switch. table, the VEGA displays an error message like the one below.
Press 5.1.45 Press 5.1.46

- “ENTER” to continue. - “ENTER” to continue.

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VEGA automatically blocks any attempt to correct the error curve5.1.47
if this After selecting the error curve. 5.1.49
has already been corrected. 5.1.48
If you press “SET” VEGA active Correction Curve and saves flow
5.1.50
rates 5.1.51 5.1.52
and METER FACTORS in the Correction Curve.

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 Close automatic calibration
Now calibration is finished, you must:
- enter MENU mode by pressing the two keys "" and "" at the - select option " Activate calibration";
same time;
- select option "Meter calibration";
Use: After deactivating calibration the you will be shown a window

5.1.53
- "” or “” to move on virtual buttons; confirming this procedure has been deactivated.
- "” and “” to exit;
- “ENTER” on to deactivate calibration procedure;
- “ENTER” on to exit.

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 Meter enabling
May be possible that you need to disable meter, for example when you must do maintenance on a loading arm and you want to be sure that no one operates on
VEGA.
VEGA shows the next image when meter is disabled.

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6 PRODUCTS
 Products number
It’s possible to define how many products can be delivered.
 Product names
Names of the products can be changed by relative parameters. The protection level of the name it’s defined by a specific parameter. If protection parameter is set
to level 2, it will be possible changing the name of product without removing the hardware key.

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 Product temperature
VEGA uses the temperature for:
- calculation of gross standard volume
- calculation of mass from volume or vice versa.
the data of temperature can be:
- shown on VEGA’s display
- printed
- read by proprietary protocol
- read by ModBus protocol
The temperature can be acquired in one of the following ways:

- by PT100
- by ModBus, the value of temperature is read from an external device connect to VEGA via ModBus protocol
- by analog input 4-20mA n°1
 To select the source of acquisition:
This parameter allows to define how the This parameter allows to define how many
value of temperature will be acquired. decimals must be used to represent
6.1.1
temperature.
 Product temperature by PT100

If temperature is acquired by PT100 it is possible to set a correction (offset) of the value acquired.

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 Product temperature by 4-20mA
If temperature is acquired by analog input 4-20mA, you must set:
- the value of temperature equivalent to 4 mA;
- the value of temperature equivalent to 20 mA.
This parameter allow to set the value of This parameter allow to set the value of
temperature corresponding to 4 mA. temperature corresponding to 20 mA.
 Product temperature by ModBus

VEGA acquires the information reading some registers on an external device connected by ModBus protocol. You must set:
- the address of device where the temperature value will be read
- the function code used to read the registers
- the number of register of temperature value;
- the type of data representation (integer, float or double)
- an offset value that can be applied to the data read from ModBus in order to have the final value of temperature
Here below the panel that allows to set the parameters involved on ModBus temperature acquisition.

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In this configuration it’s necessary that the Legally relevant ModBus protocol is enabled on one serial line, if the communication between VEGA and the external
device fails, VEGA will generate alarm 0.32 (if the alarm is enabled).
 Product temperature range

For each product it’s possible to set minimum and maximum operative limit of temperature.

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There is a series of alarms indicating anomalies related to the temperature of the products.
The minimum working temperature can be set for each product,

below which the “MINIMUM PRODUCT TEMPERATURE” alarm is
generated.
It's possible to set a maximum working temperature for each product. The correction tables also indicate the temperature limits as well as the
If this threshold is passed, the “MAXIMUM PRODUCT TEMPERATURE” type of product and the density range. If the product exceeds these
alarm is generated. limits, the VEGA generates the “PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OUT OF
COMPENSATION TABLE RANGE” alarm.

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 Product density/alpha/strength
VEGA uses the density/alpha/alcoholic strength for:

- calculation of gross standard volume
- calculation of mass from volume or vice versa.
Two type of density are managed by VEGA:
- Observed density that is the density observed at environment condition of temperature and pressure
- Base density that is the density at the reference temperature and pressure, the reference temperature and pressure depend on the compensation method
selected
the data of density/alpha/alcoholic strength can be:
- printed
According to the compensation method used, VEGA allows to input the following data:
- Base density or observed density only (table 6A,6B,6C,6D,24A,24B,24C,24D,24E,DIN71757,54A,54B,54C,54D,54E,60A,60B,60C,60D,60E)
- Alpha and base density or observed density (table 6C,24C,54C,60C,alpha)
- Strength only (table OILMR22, NBR5992)
The density can be acquired in following ways:
- by parameters
- by ModBus, the value of density is read from an external device connected to VEGA via ModBus protocol
To select the source of acquisition:

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It’s also necessary to specify if the density acquired is at base temperature or at observed temperature.
VEGA calculates the observed density from the base density and vice versa.
 Product density/alpha/strength by parameter

If the density is acquired by parameter you can modify it by density/alpha/strength panel of product, the parameters shown can be changed according to the
compensation method and the type of density acquired (base or observed).
This is the configuration if you use base This is the configuration if you use base
density. density and alpha .
Current, minimum, maximum density value
can be set
This is the configuration if you use observed This is the configuration if you use observed This is the configuration if you use base
density and alpha. density. alcoholic strength.
If the density is not acquired by parameter, the panel density/alpha/strength can be used to set minimum and maximum value of acceptable range.

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 Product density/alpha/strength by 4-20mA
If density is acquired by analog input 4-20mA, you must set:
- type of density represented by signal 4-20mA;
- the value of density or alpha equivalent to 4 mA;
- the value of density or alpha equivalent to 20 mA.
Choice of data represented in input may be between two types of input: density at base temperature (base density), density at observed temperature (observed
density).
This parameter allows to set the value of This parameter allows to set the value of
density corresponding to 4 mA. density corresponding to 20 mA.
This parameter allows to select the type of

density acquired.

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 Product density/alpha/strength by ModBus
VEGA acquires the information reading some registers on an external device connected via ModBus protocol. You must set:
- the type of density represented (base or observed)
- the address of device where the density value is read
- the function code used for read the registers
- the number of register of density value;
- an offset value that can be applied to the data read from ModBus in order to have the final value of density
- the unit of measure used to acquire the value of density that will be converted in the unit of measure associated at the compensation method.
Here below the panel that allows to set the parameters involved on ModBus density acquisition.

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 Product density/alpha/strength out of range alarm
It’s possible to enable an alarm that will be generated if the value of density/alpha/strength is out of range of minimum and maximum density specified by
density/alpha/strength panel.
This parameter allows to enable or disable This parameter allows you to set a time delay
the alarm. before the alarm is displayed.
This parameter allows to select if the This parameter allows to define the time
alarm is checked always or only when that must be elapsed from switch on of
product is flowing. VEGA before starting to check the alarm.

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 Pressure
VEGA uses the pressure to compensate the product in temperature and pressure in according to table ASTM D1250-04. The pressure value can be:
- printed
The pressure can be acquired in the following ways:
- by parameters
- by ModBus, the value of pressure is read from an external device connected to VEGA via ModBus protocol
To select the source of acquisition:
To select the unit of measurement:
To enable the compensation in pressure (CTPL):

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 Pressure acquired by parameter
If the pressure is acquired by parameter you can modify it in this way:
This parameter allows to set current value of

pressure.
This parameter allows to set the minimum This parameter allows to set the maximum
value of pressure acceptable. value of pressure acceptable.
If the pressure is not acquired by parameter you can set the minimum and maximum value of acceptable range.
 Pressure acquired by 4-20mA

If density is acquired by analog input 4-20mA, you must set:
- the value of pressure at 4 mA;
- the value of pressure at 20 mA.
This parameter allow to set the value of This parameter allow to set the value of
pressure corresponding to 4 mA. pressure corresponding to 20 mA.

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 Pressure acquired by ModBus
VEGA acquires the information reading some registers on an external device connected via ModBus protocol. You must set:
- the address of device where the pressure value will be read
- the function code used to read the registers
- the number of register of pressure value;
- an offset value that can be applied to the data read from ModBus in order to have the final value of pressure
Here below the panel that allows to set the parameters involved on ModBus pressure acquisition.

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 Pressure out of range alarm
It’s possible to enable an alarm that will be generated if the value of density/alpha/strength is out of range of minimum and maximum density specified by
density/alpha/strength panel.
This parameter allows to enable or disable This parameter allows you to set a time delay
the alarm. before the alarm is displayed.
This parameter allows to select if the This parameter allows to define the time
alarm is checked always or only when that must be elapsed from switch on of
product is flowing. VEGA before starting to check the alarm.

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 Products totalizers
VEGA memorizes totals of delivered quantities. For each product there is a Totalizer of Gross Volume, a Totalizer of Gross Standard Volume, and a Totalizer of
Mass, when a totalizer exceeds eighth digits it restart from zerto.
By parameters it’s possible to view value of totalizers and you can align or reset them.
Totals of product 1.

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7 STANDARD VOLUME CONVERSION
The VEGA allows the user to compensate the volumes delivered in:
- volume at base temperature
- volume at base temperature and base pressure.
Volumes compensation requires the acquisition of a temperature and of pressure (if needed). Compensation may be carried out using the API ASTM tables D1250-04
(oil products) that require also the product density values in order to calculate the compensation. Depending on the table used (see parameters manual),
compensation takes place using a well defined reference temperature.
With other products (and also oil products), the “ALPHA“ cubic dilation coefficient may be used, defining the reference temperature.
Compensation can be enabled or disabled using the method valid for all products.
This parameter allows to select the table for This parameter allows to define if the This parameter allows to define if the density
compensation of gross volume compensation is only in temperature (CTL) or acquired is at base temperature or at the
also in pressure (CTPL). observed temperature.

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After selecting the method, it is possible to set the limits of the density or ALPHA coefficient or Alcoholic Strenght (if not previously done) for each of the three
products for the meter in question.
The minimum and maximum Density or ALPHA or Alcoholic Strenght limits is referred to each type of product and are protected by weight and measure switch. The
effective value of the Density or ALPHA or Alcoholic Strenght can be altered within these limits without removing the weight and measure switch.
When the ALPHA Tbx°C “Volume thermal conversion” is used, also the base temperature needs to be set in order to allow for compensation using the ALPHA
coefficient.

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 Mass adjustment
VEGA calculates mass or better mass in this mode:
MASS = GROSS STANDARD VOLUME * DENSITY IN VACUUM
To change mass to mass in air it’s possible to introduce a correction by CONSTANT VALUE subtracted to DENSITY IN VACUUM
(MASS = GROSS STANDARD VOLUME * (DENSITY IN VACUUM – CONSTANT VALUE);

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8 DELIVERY DATA SHOWN
The main panel can be set up for meter to show the various values using the chosen measurement units.
Label of Meter Product name
Display - area 1
Units of measurement - area 1

Display - area 2
Display - area 3
Display - area 4
If you press button “0” when product isn’t delivered it’s possible to show totalizers, an other pressing of button “0” return to normal display.
Gross volume totalizer

Gross standard volume totalizer
Mass totalizer
When additivation is active, if you press button “0” and product isn’t delivered, it’s possible to show additives information. If button “0” is pressed again, VEGA shows
totalizers (see above). At the next pressing of button “0” return to normal display.
Additive A
Additive B

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While product is delivering on display is shown:
Display - AREA 1
Gross volume totalizer Units of measurement - area 1

Display - AREA 2
Gross standard volume totalizer Display - AREA 3
Mass totalizer Display - AREA 4
When additivation of additive is active, during the delivery VEGA shows in the bottom left area additives information. If you press the button “0” it’s possible show
the information about totalizers, at the next pressing of button “0” return at normal display.
Display - AREA 1
Additive A Units of measurement - area 1

Display - AREA 2
Additive B Display - AREA 3
Situation of injection valve, the presence of Display - AREA 4

“*” symbol means the valve is open

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 Setting data shown in main panel
Using the “Displays” parameters it's possible to determine which data are shown in each area of the display and so personalize this.
0.10.1 - To determine the quantity to be shown in the AREA 1 of the 0.10.2 - To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 2 8.1.1
of the
display. This area can show: display. This area can show:
- Gross volume, - Gross volume,
- Gross standard volume, - Gross standard volume,
- Mass - Mass,
- Price - Price,
- Flow rate,
- Average flow rate,
- Preset,
- Preset in decrease.

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0.10.3 - To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 3 of the 0.10.4 – To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 4 of the
display. This area can show: display. This area can show:
- Gross volume, - Nothing,
- Gross standard volume, - Temperature,
- Mass, - Average temperature.
- Price, - Price for unit of measurement
- Flow Rate,
- Preset,
- Preset in decrease,
- Density / ALPHA / Strenght,
- Total gross volume,
- Total gross standard volume,
- Total mass,
- Temperature,
- Average temperature.
0.10.5 – To determine the number of decimals

8.1.2 0.10.6 – The quantities delivered can8.1.3 be 0.10.7 – Allow to enable/disable the display
8.1.4
of
for the quantities delivered and shown (gross shown as “only one batch”, i.e., the delivered mass.
volume, gross standard volume, mass). quantity display starts again from 0 at each
new batch, or as “amount of batches”, in which
case, the count continues and the delivered
quantity display is only reset at the end of the
transaction.
If the user makes a mistake in setting of parameters, the VEGA displays a series of messages with details.
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 Decimals separator character
A parameter of VEGA allows to select if character that separates integer to decimal part of value is dot or comma.

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9 ALARMS MANAGEMENT
The VEGA regularly runs diagnostic tests:
- on its internal components;
- on associated peripheral devices (e.g. pulse emitter, PT100 etc.);
- on the plant working conditions (e.g. flow rate, product temperature, etc.).
These tests may lead to “Alarms” consisting of:
- the display of messages;
- the activation of cut-out procedures.
Alarms are divided in two groups:
- alarms of Meter;
- alarms of VEGA System.

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If an alarm happens on VEGA display can appear messages like these:
System Alarm 9.1.1 Meter Alarm
As can be seen, a code appears in addition to the message with a description of the alarm. The first digit in this code is 0.XX for a System alarm, 1.XX for a Meter
alarm.
In Local mode to reset an alarm you must push button “CLEAR” of VEGA keyboard, in Remote mode it’s possible set by a parameter if alarm will be reset by a
message of the PROTOCOL COMMUNICATION or by you on VEGA keyboard.

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It’s possible to set by parameter an output that is energized while there isn’t alarm and it is de-energized when an alarm happens.

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 Emergency functions
Each alarm has a parameter that lets one enable the control and another parameter that establishes the “Emergency Function”. This is the combination of actions
that VEGA must perform in the event of an alarm. There are four types of Emergency (Emergency 1, Emergency 2, Emergency 3, Info).
For each emergency it’s possible to decide whether:
to close the preset valve; to close the product selecting valve;
to close the block valve; to switch off the product pump; 9.1.2

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to disable the alarm relay; to stop the delivered product count; 9.1.3
to excite an output. NB: Output 0 does not exist and so no output is

9.1.4
9.1.5 9.1.6
excited if one sets 0.
In addition to the three types of emergency, the user can also select “Info”: the counter just displays the message and may excite an output.

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 Diagnostic test alarms – Internal devices
The VEGA regularly carried out diagnostic tests to check the main internal components and the integrity of the data in the memory. If the results of these tests
are negative, the VEGA goes into alarm and safety mode, disabling all controls (valves, pumps, etc.). It also opens both alarm circuits. The CLEAR key can be
used to RESET the alarms. If the problem persists, the counter needs to be controlled.
Buttons Keyboard Internal clock
This alarm is generated when one of the keys9.1.7

is If the VEGA keyboard board is faulty,9.1.8
the If the internal clock device is faulty,9.1.9
the
found to be pressed for more than a minute, relevant alarm is generated. relevant alarm is generated.
indicating that the key is probably faulty.
Display Analog board Serial printer timeout
If the display malfunctions, the VEGA displays

9.1.10 If the equipment is fitted with the ANALOG9.1.11
I/O If VEGA is connected to the Serial line printer,
9.1.12
the “Display faulty” alarm. If the display is BOARD and this should malfunction, the the “SERIAL PRINTER TIMEOUT” alarm
disconnected, the VEGA will continue to emit an relevant alarm is generated. happens when there is something to print by
acoustic sound to indicate the alarm. printer is switched off or is not connected or
there is a problem on serial line.

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Flash Eprom
This is the permanent memory that stores the execute program (firmware) and the parameters.
The VEGA constantly checks the state of the memory cells storing the the parameters area.
program. If just one cell varies, the counter goes into alarm mode. The9.1.14
9.1.15
same applies for…
9.1.13
Ram
This is the permanent memory that stores the data of measurements and the personalized parameter values.
The parameter values are stored in the RAM and are constantly9.1.16
9.1.17
checked. Any alteration generates a parameters alarm.

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10 VALVES
In a loading bay we can find different type of valves that have different function. Normally there are:
- block valves;
- selecting valves;
- vapour recovery valves;
- preset valves.
 Block valves
If it’s delivered one product after the pump and before the meter is installed a block valve that denies reflux of product. VEGA manages opening or closure of
valve by an output that has to be set by parameter.
To know if block valve is opened or closed it’s possible connect to VEGA inputs signal.

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If Block Valve isn’t positioned in right mode alarms can be generated.
The “BLOCK VALVE NOT OPEN” alarm is generated when the microswitch
return signal doesn’t switch within the time (in seconds) set in parameter
3.1.3.3.3. after giving the open valve command.
The “BLOCK VALVE NOT CLOSED” alarm is generated when the microswitch
return signal doesn’t switch within the time (in seconds) set in parameter
3.1.3.4.3. after giving the close valve command.
Can be established Block Valve has to be closed every time that preset quantity is reached or only when transaction is closed.

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 Selecting valves
If more products are delivered by the Meter selecting product valves has to be installed above the counter so VEGA can open or close valves according to product
selected.

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 Preset Valves
The main function of the preset valve is to control the flow and to allow the delivery of a set amount of product (batch). It’s possible use different type of valve. In
the case of both bottom and top loading, both the valves must be of the same type. The assignation of the valves must match the assignation of the outputs.
There are five possible types of preset valve:

- Two-stage valve;
- Multistep (or digital) valve;
- Open/close valve (ON/OFF)
- Two-stage valve 4-20mA;
- Analog 4-20mA.
Each valve differs not just in terms of its structure, but also its function.

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There are some parameters that are common of all types of preset valves.
After command of pump VEGA waits some seconds before opening the valve because line has to be pressured.
It’s possible set if delivery has to restart from Initial Low Flow phase or from the last phase if flow of product is stopped by an alarm, or a consent absence or a
STOP by button.
When preset quantity is reached or delivery is stopped it can be set pump switching off delay that allows to switch off pump signal after time set.

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 TWO-STAGE preset valve
STANDARD: lets one control the flow of the product by using two solenoid valves, one called LOW FLOW (LF) and another HIGH FLOW (HF);
this type of valve also has auxiliary valves for manual adjustment of the LOW FLOW and HIGH FLOW rates. When the LF solenoid valve is excited, the
valve opens partially; if the HF solenoid valve is also excited, the valve opens completely to get the full flow rate.
4-20mA: lets one control the flow of the product by using a 4-20mA output.
With a current named LOW FLOW, that can be set by parameter, the valve opens partially; with a current named HIGH FLOW, that can be set by
parameter, the valve opens completely to get the full flow rate.
N.C.
N.O.
TWO-STAGE VALVE (STANDARD)

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The operating logic of the Two-stage valve is shown in the graph below, where a series of actions corresponds to each stage:
PORTATA
ALTO FLUSSO
BASSO FLUSSO
VOLUME
FASE 0 FASE 1 FASE 2 FASE 3 FASE 4 FASE 5 FASE 6
START PRESET
POMPA
Ritardo spegnimento pompa
VALVOLA RADICE
ELETTROVALVOLA B.F.
Impulso di rabbocco
Ritardo pressurizzazione linea Pausa rabbocco
Anticipo chiusura finale

ELETTROVALVOLA A.F.
Quantità in B.F. iniziale Quantità in B.F. finale

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PHASE 0 : if the VEGA is being used with several products, it waits for the product to be loaded to be selected and the preset set. Once the product has
been selected, a command is sent to open the PRODUCT SELECTION valve, then the VEGA waits for the PRESET and the START command.
PHASE 1 : on receiving the START command, the VEGA commands the PRODUCT PUMP and sends a command to the BLOCK VALVE to open this. Before
going on to the next phase, the VEGA waits for the period (in seconds) set in the LINE IN PRESSURE DELAY parameter so that the line can be
pressurized.
PHASE 2 : the VEGA excites the LF solenoid, or emits the LF current on 4-20mA output, valve until the quantity set in the QUANTITY IN INITIAL LOW FLOW
parameter is reached;
PHASE 3 : once the INITIAL LOW FLOW QUANTITY is reached, the VEGA opens the valve completely by exciting also the HF solenoid valve, or emits the HF
current on 4-20mA output;
PHASE 4 : once the set quantity has been reached less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY FINAL LOW FLOW parameter, the VEGA de-
energizes the HF solenoid valve, or emits the LF current on 4-20mA output;
PHASE 5 : once the set quantity has been reached less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY OF FINAL CLOSING parameter, the VEGA closes the
valve completely by sending the close command to the LF solenoid valve, or emits the 0mA current on 4-20mA output,;
PHASE 6 : if, at this point, the preset quantity has been reached correctly, delivery ceases. If this quantity has not been reached, the VEGA can do a “top
up”, delivering small amounts of the product until the exact quantity is reached. For this to happen, the ENABLE FINAL ADJUSTMENT parameter
must be set as “Enabled”. The VEGA tries to stop delivery by exciting the LF solenoid valve with pulses lasting the number of seconds set in the
FINAL ADJUSTMENT PULSE parameter, with pauses in-between lasting the number of seconds set in the FINAL ADJUSTMENT PAUSE parameter.
Once the preset volume has been reached, the block valve is closed if the BLOCK VALVE CLOSING parameter is set as “END of BATCH”; otherwise it’s closed at
the end of loading.
The valve is closed completely if the preset volume is reached or the STOP button is used: the pump stops after a certain delay, set in the SWITCHING-OFF PUMP
DELAY parameter.

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There are specific parameters for each of the two solenoid valves; since parameters have the same meaning, only the parameters for the TWO-STAGE (BOTTOM)
valve are shown below.
Quantity that has to be delivered in Initial Low Flow can be defined by two parameters. One allows to calculate the quantity in percentage respect to the preset.
The other parameter defines the absolute quantity that has to be delivered. VEGA uses the biggest quantity of the two parameters.
For the Final Low Flow VEGA is the same thing.

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There is a parameter that allows to set how many units of measurement before preset quantity valve has to be closed.
It’s possible to enable the Final Adjustment that allows to reach exactly the preset quantity.
You must set the width of pulses that VEGA sends to the valve during Final Adjustment and

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the seconds between a pulse and the next.
If preset valve type is Two Stage Valve 4-20mA you must set milliampere value that allows to open valve in Low Flow and
milliAmpere value that allows to open valve in High Flow.
VEGA manages Two Stage valve by an output signal for Low Flow and an output signal for High Flow.

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If it’s selected Two-stage valve 4-20mA VEGA automatically used output 4-20mA N°1 to manage valve of Bottom Loading and output 4-20mA N°2 to manage
valve of Top Loading.

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 MULTISTEP preset valve
The multistep preset valve lets one control the flow of the product by using two solenoid valves, one called LOW FLOW (LF) and another HIGH FLOW (HF); this
type of valve also has auxiliary valves for manual adjustment of the LOW FLOW and HIGH FLOW rates. When the LF solenoid valve is excited, the valve opens
partially; if the HF solenoid valve is also excited, the valve opens completely to get the full flow rate.
N.O. N.C.
The operating principle is the following:

- at rest both solenoid valves are de-energized and the valve is kept closed by the pressure of the liquid that presses against the membrane of the valve, thus
closing it, as it passes through the N.O. solenoid valve. The N.C. valve at this stage prevents the pressure escaping downstream;
- to open the valve, output of N.C. solenoid valve is excited and output of N.C. solenoid valve is excited in pulses;
- to close the valve, N.C. and N.O. solenoid valve are de-energized.
The pulsed excitation and de-energizing of one or the other solenoid valve makes it possible to adjust the flow rate “in steps” and so avoid the risk of hydraulic
shock.
The speed of opening and closing is established by adjusting the manual auxiliary valves and the duration and frequency of the pulses.
When using a MULTISTEP Preset valve, the VEGA offers a flow rate adjustment function, as well as “preset functions” identical to those for a TWO-STAGE valve.
The following parameters have been added for this function:
- INITIAL LOW FLOW rate;

Flow rates that the VEGA continuously controls to keep these constant, even when external hydraulic conditions vary
- HIGH FLOW rate;
(pressure and flow rate).
- FINAL LOW FLOW rate;
- TOLERANCE ON FLOW RATE Threshold for adjustment of the flow rate.
- OPENING RATE
Maximum duration of the pulses used to open and close the valve.
- CLOSING RATE

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PHASE 0 : if the VEGA is being used with several products, it waits for the product to be loaded to be selected and the preset set. Once the product has been
selected, a command is sent to open the PRODUCT SELECTION valve, then the VEGA waits for the PRESET and the START command.
PHASE 1 : on receiving the START command, the VEGA commands the PRODUCT PUMP and sends a command to the BLOCK VALVE to open this. Before going
on to the next phase, the VEGA waits for the period (in seconds) set in the LINE IN PRESSURE DELAY parameter so that the line can be pressurized.
PHASE 2 : the VEGA opens the valve by exciting the Normally Open (N.O.) and the Normally Closed (N.C.) solenoid valves for the time set in UNLOCK TIME
parameter.
PHASE 3 : the counter then keeps the N.O. excited and starts exciting the N.C. solenoid valve with pulses lasting a variable time until the ILF FLOW RATE is
reached. The VEGA varies the flow rate throughout in steps defined in STEP NUMBER parameter.
PHASE 4 : the VEGA keeps the ILF FLOW RATE value within the TOLERANCE ON FLOW RATE; here, as in all phases, the N.C. solenoid valve is kept de-energized
and the N.O. solenoid valve is excited in pulses to reduce the flow rate, while to increase the flow rate it constantly excites the N.O. solenoid valve and
excites the N.C. solenoid valve in pulses. The flow rate is maintained until the QUANTITY IN ILF is reached
PHASE 5 : the VEGA emits a pulse continues until the percentage of parameter (First opening pulse) of high flow rate has been reached.
PHASE 6 : the counter then keeps the N.O. excited and starts exciting the N.C. solenoid valve with pulses lasting a variable time until the HF FLOW RATE is
reached. The pulses number to change from ILF to HF is defined in STEPS NUMBER parameter.
PHASE 7 : the VEGA keeps the HF FLOW RATE value within the TOLERANCE ON FLOW RATE.
The flow rate is maintained until the preset quantity is reached, less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY IN FLF parameter.
PHASE 8 : the VEGA emits a pulse continues on closing until the percentage of parameter (First closing pulse) of low flow rate has been reached.
PHASE 9 : the counter then de-energizes the N.C. solenoid valve and excites the N.O. solenoid valve with pulses lasting a variable time until the FLF FLOW RATE
is reached. The pulses number to change from in FLF is defined in STEPS NUMBER parameter.
PHASE 10: the VEGA keeps the FLF FLOW RATE value within the TOLERANCE ON FLOW RATE.
The flow rate is maintained until the preset quantity is reached, less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY OF FINAL CLOSING parameter.
PHASE 11: the head closes the valve completely by de-energizing the N.O. and N.C. solenoid valves.
Once the preset quantity has been reached, the block valve is closed if the BLOCK VALVE CLOSING parameter is set as “Batch end”; otherwise it’s closed at the
end of loading.
The valve is closed completely if the preset quantity is reached or the STOP button is used: the pump stops after a certain delay, set in the SWITCHING-OFF PUMP
DELAY parameter.

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There are specific parameters for each of the two meters and each of the two MULTISTEP valves; since the latter have the same meaning, only the parameters for
the MULTISTEP (BOTTOM) valve are shown below.
Value of flow rate that has to be reached at the start of delivery. Quantity of Initial Low Flow may be set by a fixed value or calculated in
percentage on preset quantity. VEGA uses the biggest between these two
values.
Maximum value of flow rate during the delivery.

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Quantity of Final Low Flow may be set by a fixed value or calculated Value of flow rate at the end of delivery.
in percentage on preset quantity. VEGA uses the biggest between
these two values.
Quantity of Final Low Flow may be set by a fixed value or calculated Value of flow rate at the end of delivery.
in percentage on preset quantity. VEGA uses the biggest between
these two values.
Quantity, before preset quantity, where VEGA has to close the valve. Duration in milliseconds of a pulse that allows to change flow rate.

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Duration in milliseconds of a pulse that allows to open totally valve
Duration in milliseconds of a pulse that allows to close valve starting with valve
starting with valve closed.
totally opened.
This parameter has the function of establishing the initial pulse that By TOLERANCE we mean the acceptable fluctuation in flow rate compared to
unlocks the valve. After that VEGA starts adjusting the valve in steps; the nominal value. A lower percentage requests, the more interventions of
this makes it possible to compensate for any initial inertia. VEGA must keep intervening to adjust the flow-rate. A value of 5-10% is
This value is normally set as just a few ms and is identified by trial normally acceptable.
and error during the valve calibration stage. It’s influenced by the
hydraulic adjustment made using the manual auxiliary valves on the
solenoid valve circuit.
We recommend starting with the default value and then increasing
this if the valve doesn’t open.
Could be useful also to open the valve and generate an initial flow
rate near the Initial Low Flow rate.

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“Stabilization delay” defines time that may be necessary to stabilize
flow rate after a command to valve. After this time VEGA verifies
how flow rate changes and calculates new pulse to emit for
obtaining new flow rate.
This parameter defines how much has to be the minimum positive

variation on the flow rate after a regulation pulse. If after some pulses
this gain is not reached VEGA stop to regulate the flow and hold the
valve at the current position. VEGA re-starts to regulate the flow after
a positive variation of flow rate that grants the minimum gain.
Number of pulses that generate the hold of the valve has to be
calculated by:
N° Steps parameter (7.4.X.3) / 2
For example: if step number is 5 the hold pulses will be 3.

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This parameter is used to define at what flow rate VEGA must arrive by This parameter is used to define at what flow rate VEGA must get in step
the first pulse in the transition from low flow to high flow. with the first pulse of high flow to low flow.
Flow rate value to reach = high flow-rate x parameter value Flow rate value to reach = Instantaneous flow-rate x parameter value
Multistep Valves are connected to VEGA by output signals that have to be set by parameter.
For each valve there are an output for solenoid valves N.O. and an output for solenoid valves N.C.

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 4-20 mA preset valve
The 4-20 mA preset valve allows to manage the flow rate analogically. Through a 4-20 mA output VEGA drives the valve to generate the requested flow rate.
Each 0.5 seconds VEGA checks the instantaneous flow rate of product and adjusts the output value to maintain the flow rate input in parameter. This grant, in
case of pressure variation of product line, to always delivery at the desired flow rate.
Delivery management phases:
PHASE 0 : if the VEGA is being used with several products, it waits for the product to be selected and the preset set. Once the product has been
selected, a command is sent to open the PRODUCT SELECTION valve, then the VEGA waits for the PRESET and the START command.
PHASE 1 : on receiving the START command, the VEGA commands the PRODUCT PUMP and sends a command to the BLOCK VALVE to open this. Before going
on to the next phase, the VEGA waits for the period (in seconds) set in the LINE IN PRESSURE DELAY parameter so that the line can be pressurized.
PHASE 2 : the VEGA opens the valve according to unlock valve mA parameter. This value is maintained until the time in ms defined in unlock valve parameter is
passed.
PHASE 3 : VEGA changes the mA output to reach the Initial Low Flow rate defined by parameter.
PHASE 4 : VEGA looks at the instantaneous flow rate and if the value is out of range defined by LF TOLERANCE parameter modify the mA output to return into
the correct range. The flow rate is maintained until the QUANTITY IN ILF is reached.
PHASE 5 : VEGA changes the mA output to reach the High Flow rate defined by parameter.
PHASE 6 : VEGA looks at the instantaneous flow rate and if the value is out of range defined by HF TOLERANCE parameter modify the mA output to return into
the correct range. The flow rate is maintained until the preset quantity is reached, less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY IN FLF
parameter.
PHASE 7 : VEGA changes the mA output to obtains the Final Low Flow rate defined by parameter.
PHASE 8 : VEGA looks at the instantaneous flow rate and if the value is out of range defined by LF TOLERANCE parameter modify the mA output to return into
the correct range. The flow rate is maintained until the preset quantity is reached, less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY OF FINAL
CLOSING parameter.
PHASE 9 : The mA output is reset to 0 and the delivery ends.

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First of all we have to select type of valves as Multistep.
There are specific parameters for each of the two 4-20 mA valves; since the latter have the same meaning, only the parameters for the 4-20 mA (BOTTOM) valve
are shown below.
At the Start of delivery VEGA commands valve to reach Initial Low Flow Rate.

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Quantity of Initial Low Flow may be set by a fixed value or calculated in percentage on preset quantity. VEGA uses the biggest between these two values.
Maximum value of flow rate during the delivery.
Quantity of Final Low Flow may be set by a fixed value or calculated in percentage on preset quantity. VEGA uses the biggest between these two values.
Value of flow rate at the end of delivery.

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Quantity, before preset quantity, where VEGA has to close the valve.
There is a parameter to set current value that has to be emitted and a parameter to set how many milliseconds are necessary to unlock the valve.
Milliseconds are identified by trial and error during the valve calibration stage. They are influenced by the hydraulic adjustment made using the manual auxiliary
valves on valve circuit.
We recommend starting with the default value and then increasing this if the valve doesn’t open.
Could be useful also to open the valve and generate an initial flow rate near the Initial Low Flow rate.
To optimize the valve management it’s possible to define the minimum and maximum variation in mA that VEGA can apply to change the flow rate. In this mode
delivery flow rate may result regular.

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By TOLERANCE we mean the acceptable fluctuation in flow rate compared to the nominal value. A lower percentage requests more interventions of VEGA to adjust
the flow-rate. A value of 5-10% is normally acceptable.
VEGA sends a pulse to modify the flow rate, after this delay it verifies how is change flow rate and it calculates the new flow rate and the new pulse.

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These parameters permits to the 4-20 mA valve management algorithm to auto-learn the real behavior of the valve during the delivery. This is important for plant
where the pressure can be variable, then also the behavior of the valve become variable. With this parameter the user can define if the correction detected has to
be applied totally (100%) or with other percentages. User can disable this function with value 0%.
It’s possible to set how many mA allow to open valve at the maximum flow rate of meter. This parameter is used by management of 4-20mA valve to avoid that
flow rate goes over the delivery range.
VEGA is linked to the 4-20mA valve of Bottom Loading by output 1 4-20mA and to the 4-20mA valve of Top Loading by output 2 4-20mA. Parameters of outputs
are automatically set when “Analog 4-20mA” preset valve is chosen.

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 OPEN/CLOSE preset valve
The OPEN/CLOSE preset valve is simply a Two-stage valve without the HIGH FLOW stage. When the solenoid valve is excited, the valve opens; de-energize the
solenoid valve and the valve closes. The flow rate is adjusted hydraulically.
Valves with a motorized actuator can also be used, with a simple ON/OFF command.
The operating logic of the OPEN/CLOSE value is shown in the graph below, where a series of actions corresponds to each stage:
PORTATA
VOLUME
FASE 0 FASE 1 FASE 2 FASE 3
START
PRESET
POMPA
Ritardo spegnimento pompa
VALVOLA RADICE
VALVOLA APRI/CHIUDI
Ritardo pressurizzazione linea Anticipo chiusura finale
PHASE 0 : if the VEGA is being used with several products, it waits for the product to be loaded to be selected and the preset set. Once the product has been
selected, a command is sent to open the PRODUCT SELECTION valve, then the VEGA waits for the START command.
PHASE 1 : on receiving the START command, the VEGA commands the PRODUCT PUMP and sends a command to the BLOCK VALVE to open this. Before
going on to the next phase, the VEGA waits for the period (in seconds) set in the LINE IN PRESSURE DELAY parameter so that the line can be
pressurized.
PHASE 2 : the VEGA excites the solenoid valve until the quantity set in the QUANTITY OF FINAL CLOSING parameter is reached;
PHASE 3 : once the set quantity has been reached less the units of measurement set in the QUANTITY OF FINAL CLOSING parameter, the VEGA closes the
valve completely by sending the close command to the solenoid valve.
Once the preset quantity has been reached, the block valve is closed if the BLOCK VALVE CLOSING parameter is set as “END of BATCH”; otherwise it’s closed at
the end of loading.
The valve is closed completely if the preset quantity is reached or the STOP button is used: the pump stops after a certain delay, set in the SWITCHING-OFF PUMP
DELAY parameter.

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First of all we have to select type of valves as Open/Close.
There are specific parameters for each of the two OPEN CLOSE valves; since parameters have the same meaning, only the parameters for the OPEN/CLOSE
(BOTTOM) are shown below.
At the Start of delivery VEGA commands valve to reach Initial Low Flow Rate.

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Open Close Valves are connected to VEGA by output signals that has to be set by parameter.
For each valve there is an output for solenoid

valve.

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 Back pressure control
During delivery may be useful regulate flow rate in ratio of pressure of product in the line. Typical application is LPG delivery where, according to the conditions of
density and temperature, when the pressure is lower than equilibrium pressure, it passes from the liquid state to the vapors state. In the process of loading it is
necessary to check that this condition does not occur so VEGAII has to reduce flow rate if pressure goes near equilibrium pressure or a fixed value and restored
flow rate when pressure condition go back favorable and anyway after specified delay. To do this function next parameters are introduced.
Back pressure enabling

Defines if management of back pressure control is enabled and if pressure to refer is a “fixed value” set by
parameter or if is “Equilibrium pressure” computed by VEGAII.
Fixed back pressure value

Fixed value of pressure to refer.
Flow rate percentage reduction

Percentage of reduction of flow rate that will be applied to observed flow rate.
This parameter has meaning only for “Multistep” and “Analog 4-20mA” preset valve.

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Delta pressure flow rate reduction
Pressure value to be summed to equilibrium pressure or fixed back pressure value to establish threshold for flow
rate reduction. When pressure is less than summed value flow rate reduction could be applied.
Delta pressure flow rate restore

Pressure value to be summed to equilibrium pressure or fixed back pressure value to establish threshold for flow
rate restore. When pressure is greater than summed value and “Flow rate restore delay” is spent reduction could
be stopped and flow rate could be restored.
Flow rate reduction delay

Delay to reduce again flow rate when pressure value is less than reduction value computed.
This parameter has meaning only for “Two stage” and “Two stage 4-20mA” preset valve.
Flow rate restore delay

Minimum time of permanency in flow-rate reduce condition before restore nominal flow rate set point of delivery
phase.

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How VEGAII reduce flow rate for pressure depends on type of valve and on delivery phase.
Open/close valve
If reduction occurs during Initial Low Flow Rate, High Flow Rate, and Final Low Flow Rate phases VEGAII closes preset valve.
Two stage valve

Two stage 4-20mA valve
If reduction occurs during Initial Low Flow Rate and Final Low Flow Rate phases, VEGAII closes preset valve.
If reduction occurs during High Flow Rate phase VEGAII reduces flow rate to Low Flow. If after a new “Flow rate reduction delay” pressure is again under pressure
flow rate reduction value VEGAII closes preset valve else flow rate is maintained until pressure goes over the value to restore flow rate.
Multistep valve
Analog 4-20mA valve
If reduction occurs during Initial Low Flow Rate, High Flow Rate, and Final Low Flow Rate phases VEGAII compute new set of flow rate applying “Flow rate
percentage reduction” to flow rate measured, if this value is less than Initial Low Flow Rate VEGAII closes preset valve else VEGAII manages preset valve to
reduce flow rate. If after “Stabilization delay” of preset valve pressure is again under pressure flow rate reduction value VEGAII repeats previous steps else flow
rate is maintained until pressure goes over the value to restore flow rate.
Flow reduction during high flow rate phase. Flow reduction during low flow rate phase.

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 High Flow Rate reduction
It’s possible to reduce in percentage value of High Flow Rate by two digital input signals. This function may be necessary when there are more arms that deliver
the same product by the same pump, reducing High Flow Rate line pressure needed becomes less.
It’s possible to set two reduction percentages one link to “Flow reduction input 1” signal and one link to “Flow reduction input 2” signal.

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 Preset valves alarms
When a preset valve is installed it’s possible to generate alarms when after a command to valve flow of product doesn’t change as it should.
The “NO PRODUCT” alarm is generated if the product doesn’t start flowing within the time (in seconds) set in parameter 3.1.3.5.3 after giving a START command.
The “NO PRODUCT” alarm is generated if the product doesn’t start The “PRESET VALVE NOT CLOSED” alarm is generated if the product continues
to flow within the time (in seconds) set in parameter 3.1.3.5.3 after flowing for a period (in seconds) longer than the one set in parameter
giving a START command. 3.1.3.6.3 after giving a STOP command.
If the product starts flowing without any START command being When a “PRODUCT LEAK” happens it possible to set an output.
used, the “PRODUCT LEAK” alarm is generated once the quantity is
reached.

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 Vapour recovery valve
By output signals VEGA can manage valves of vapour recovery system. To open valve VEGA energize output to close valve VEGA de-energize output.
General Vapour Recovery. Bottom Loading Vapour Recovery. Top Loading Vapour Recovery.

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If on valve of Vapour Recovery there are two outputs signals to indicate if valve is opened or closed it’s possible to verify if valve go in right position after a closing
or opening command by two VEGA input signals.
If valve doesn’t go in right position after a closing or opening command alarms can be generated.
The “VAPOUR RECOVERY VALVE NOT OPEN” alarm is generated The “VAPOUR RECOVERY VALVE NOT CLOSED” alarm is generated when the
when the micro return signal doesn’t switch within the time (in micro return signal doesn’t switch within the time (in seconds) set in
seconds) set in parameter 3.1.3.1.3. after giving the open valve parameter 3.1.3.2.3. after giving the close valve command.
command.

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11 INPUTS
 Digital inputs
The VEGAII/VEGA T electronic counter can manage up to 32/10 digital inputs (D/I) assigned as follows:
POWER BOARD (always fitted) DIGITAL I/O BOARD (optional)
Input number Terminal Input number Terminal
VEGAII VEGA T VEGAII
01 E1-2 X10-2 17 D1-2
02 E1-3 X10-3 18 D1-3
03 E1-4 X10-5 19 D1-4
04 E1-5 X11-2 20 D1-5
05 E1-6 X11-3 21 D1-6
06 E1-7 X11-5 22 D1-7
07 E1-8 X8-1 23 D1-8
08 E1-9 X8-3 24 D1-9
09 E2-2 X4-2 25 D2-2
10 E2-3 X4-3 26 D2-3
11 E2-4 27 D2-4
12 E2-5 28 D2-5
13 E2-6 29 D2-6
14 E2-7 30 D2-7
15 E2-8 31 D2-8
16 E2-9 32 D2-9
The VEGA controls up to 32 digital inputs (normally relay contacts or micro-switches) of two types:
- “INTERLOCKS”, i.e. loading interlocks for functional or safety reasons (e.g.: arm lowered, grounding…);
- “SIGNALS” with more complex or specific functions.
To se inputs from 1 to 16 for VEGAII, or 1 to 10 for VEGA T, you have to go in this panel.

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 Interlock
Each “INTERLOCK” can be programmed to establish:
- whether it’s active when the contact is open or closed;
- whether it’s linked to Top or Bottom or both loading;
- the type of “Action” needed to stop delivery, i.e., which outputs to disable or enable;
- a clear indication (name) to be shown, chosen from a list of preset names.
Input number Type 11.1.1
Field that lets one select the number of the input to be set. To establish whether the input is used as a loading “INTERLOCK” or a “SIGNAL”.
11.1.2
Contact 11.1.3
This parameter lets one establish whether the interlock is given to carry out the load
If the input is a “Interlock”, the following page appears. when the contact connected to the input is open or closed.
11.1.4
Loading 11.1.5 Action 11.1.6

The “Loading” parameter establishes whether the interlock intervenes Il it’s possible to define “Action” that has to be activated for stopping delivery if
during “Top Loading”, “Bottom Loading” or both (“Top & Bottom”). a interlock is not present.
11.1.7

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Name “INTERLOCK” names:
If there is no interlock, the VEGA clearly indicates the name, chosen Interlock number
from the following list. Grounding unit
11.1.8 Bottom loading arm
Top loading arm
Manual valve
Manual valve of bottom loading arm
Manual valve of top loading arm
Vapour recovery valve
Vapour recovery valve of bottom loading
Vapour recovery valve of top loading
Overfilling
Overfilling bottom loading
Overfilling top loading
Tank truck presence
Interlock by badge reader
Dead man
Dirty filter
Emergency
Bay locked
Remote emergency
Vapour recovery
Tank level
Right loading arm
Left loading arm
Right grounding unit
Left grounding unit
CUSTOM 1 (Par. N°7.2.5.1)
Overfilling right loading
Overfilling left loading
Additive A Tank level
Additive B Tank level
Additive A interlock number
Additive B interlock number

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When an interlock is not present VEGA shows a message like this where it’s specified the name of interlock.
 Interlock custom name

Allow to enter an alphanumeric code on 4 lines with a maximum of 14 characters for line that are the custom names for VEGA interlock.

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 Interlock actions
As previously described, the interlocks are programmed to enable a given “Action” when there is no interlock during delivery.
The “Standard” action disables all the command outputs to the following flow control devices:
- preset valve;
- block valve;
- product selection valve;
- pump.
“Actions 1, 2 and 3” can be programmed and let one establish which of the above devices should be disabled. They also let one active one further output.
Each “Action” can be programmed a different way.
to close the preset valve; to disable the alarm relay;
to close the product selection valve; to switch off the product pump;

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to close the block valve; to enable an output. Enter 0 and no output is enabled.
 Signal
Each “SIGNAL” can be programmed to establish:
- whether it’s linked to a specific meter or both meters;
- a clear name chosen from a list of preset names. A specific logic function applies to each name.
Input number Type

Field that lets one select the number of the input to be set. To establish whether the input is used as a loading “INTERLOCK” or a
“SIGNAL”.
Loading 11.1.9
The “Loading” parameter establishes whether the interlock intervenes
during “Top Loading”, “Bottom Loading” or both (“Top & Bottom”).

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Name The following “SIGNALS” can be set:
The “Name” parameter lets one associate a real special function to the Generic signal
input. Remote start
Remote start ATB
Remote start ATK
Remote stop
Remote stop ATB
Remote stop ATK
Selector Local/Remote
Selector Bottom/Top loading
Selector ATB/ATK
Position B of ATK preset selector
Position C of ATK preset selector
Overfilling by-pass
Vapour recovery valve opened
Vapour recovery valve closed
Block valve opened
Block valve closed
Product 1 selection
Product 2 selection
Product 3 selection
Start/Stop ON-OFF
Additive A not ready
Additive B not ready
Additive system 1 not ready
Additive system 2 not ready
Feedback additive pump
Flow rate reduction 1
Flow rate reduction 2
Feedback piston additive A
Feedback piston additive B
Gas extractor level (LF)
Gas extractor level (STOP)
Dead man handle

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The possible functions are as follows:
- Generic signal.
Inputs can be used to give information to Supervisor System on a contact that doesn’t stop delivery.
- START and STOP using the remote pushbutton panel (fitted on loading arms).
This remote pushbutton panel means that the START buttons on the VEGA are disabled, while the STOP continues to be enabled.
The options possible are:
- “Remote start” and “Remote stop” when a pushbutton panel is installed;
- “ATB preset remote start” and “ATB preset remote stop” when a pushbutton panel is installed for ATB loading;
- “ATK preset remote start” and “ATK preset remote stop” when a pushbutton panel is installed for ATK loading.
The Start signal is intercepted when the contact is closed; the Stop when the contact is open.
- Local/Remote mode.
A “Local/remote selector” lets one switch from REMOTE mode (controlled by the TAS) to LOCAL mode at will.
For this function to be possible, the Local/Remote Mode must be programmed as “Local/Remote Selector”.
When the contact is closed, the counter switches to LOCAL mode; when open, the counter goes to REMOTE mode.
- Top/Bottom loading
If the loading bay allows for “Top Loading” and “Bottom Loading”, a “Top/bottom loading selector” can be installed to change the loading type.
For this function to be possible, the TOP/BOTTOM loading type parameters must be programmed as “Top & Bottom”.
When the contact is closed, the counter switches to TOP loading; when open, the counter goes to BOTTOM loading.
- ATK/ATB preset type

If the loading bay allows for ATK and ATB presetting, an “ATK/ATB selector” can be installed to vary the preset type from load to load.
For this function to be possible, the ATK/ATB preset type parameters must be programmed as “ATK & ATB”.
As seen earlier, the ATK mode requires the installation of a three-position selector to get three different preset values. This selector requires two inputs to be
connected (“ATK preset signal posB” and “ATK preset signal posC”) with two different preset values; the third value (posA) is obtained when neither of the
two contacts is closed.
When the contact is closed, the counter switches to ATK preset; when open, the counter goes to ATB preset.
- Overfilling bypass
The “Overfilling by-pass” signal is a contact that disables the interlock management called “Anti-overflow” when closed.
- Vapour recovery valve control

The VEGA can command the opening of a vapour recovery valve, for both “TOP” and “BOTTOM” loading. This command is enabled by programming the outputs;
the valves are opened at the start of each batch and closed at the end. Their action can be controlled, provided they have a position sensor, using the “Vapour
recovery valve closed” and “Vapour recovery valve open” signals. An alarm is generated if these malfunction.
- Block valve enable control

If the block valve is fitted with position sensors, it’s possible to control whether it’s open or closed via the “Block valve closed” and “Block valve open”
signals. An alarm is generated if these malfunction.

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- Product selectors
Can be delivered from one to three products. To select which product is to be delivered, a three-position selector can be installed that is connected to as many
inputs in order to allow for this. This function is only possible if the Product Selection parameter is set as “Selector”.
- Start/Stop ON-OFF
By this signal it’s possible to give a command of START and STOP. When contact is closed delivery starts, when contact is opened delivery stops.
- Additivators not ready

It’s possible to connect an external signal that indicates the good function of additivation system or an additional interlock that will be checked by VEGA during
an additized delivery.
- Additive pump signal

If this signal is opened for more time respect a value on parameter, VEGA goes in alarm.
This signal is checked only when VEGA is in delivery and in the load is used additive.
N.B. These signals are managed only in firmware versions with integrated additive management (“M5X00X 01AXX” or “M13X0X 01AXX”).
- Flow reduction
When these signals are intercepted flow rate of High Flow phase is reduced to value calculated by “Flow rate reduction” parameters.
- Feedback piston injection add. A & Feedback piston injection add. B.

This signal is used to verify the correct movement of additive piston. A sensor indicates the final position of piston.
N.B. These signals are managed only in firmware versions with integrated additive management (“M5X00X 01AXX” or “M13X0X 01AXX”).
- Gas extractor level (LF)

When this signal is intercepted the flow rate go in low flow phase.
- Gas extractor level (STOP)

When this signal is intercepted the flow stops.
- Dead man handle

Handle used to manage the delivery and indicate that the operator is alive and active on the electronic counter.
This signal has programmable timers that can be checked on programming parameters manual.

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 Analog inputs & outputs
VEGA can manage:

- an analog input to acquire temperature by PT100
- two analog inputs 4-20mA to acquire density, temperature, pressure or a generic signal
- two analog outputs 4-20mA to represent value of flowrate, temperature,ecc…
If an analog input or output is programmed but the analog board (for VEGAII) or PT100 board or 4-20mA board (for VEGA T) is not present, VEGA shows an alarm
for the impossibility to acquire or represent data.
For every analog input and output it’s possible to apply a correction of value acquired or issued.

correction in °C applied to the value
acquired by PT100’s analog input.
This parameter allows to define the This parameter allows to define the
correction in mA applied to the value correction applied in mA to the value
acquired on analog input 1. acquired on analog input 2.

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correction in mA applied to the value in
output on analog output 1 4-20mA.
This parameter allows to define the .

correction in mA applied to the value in
output on analog output 2 4-20mA.
If analog inputs 1 and 2 are not used for acquire density, temperature or pressure you can use the inputs to acquire a generic 4-20mA signal.
This parameter allows to enable or

disable the acquisition of a generic input
4-20mA.

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It is possible to use an analog output to represent data.
This parameter allows to select which

data will be represent on analog output.
This parameter allows to define the value This parameter allows to define the value
of data at 4mA. of data at 20mA.

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12 OUTPUTS
 Digital and power outputs
The VEGA electronic counter can manage up to 32 digital outputs: 16 power outputs (mechanical relay or solid state) and 16 transistor outputs. These are split as
follows:
VEGA II VEGAII
VEGA T
Power supply board Digital I/O board
Output n° Terminal Type Output n° Terminal Type Output n° Terminal Type
01 E5-2 Transistor 17 D3-2 Transistor 01 X2-1/X2-3 Relay
08 E5-9 Transistor 24 D3-9 Transistor 08 X3-2 Transistor
09 E6-1/E6-3 Relay 25 D4-1/D4-3 Relay 09 X3-3 Transistor
12 E6-5/E6-6 Relay 28 D4-5/D4-6 Relay
13 E6-7/E6-9 Relay 29 D4-7/D4-9 Relay
14 E6-8/E6-9 Relay 30 D4-8/D4-9 Relay
15 E6-10/E6-12 Relay 31 D4-10/D4-12 Relay
16 E6-11/E6-12 Relay 32 D4-11/D4-12 Relay
To set outputs 1 to 16:

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Each output can be assigned a “Type” (name/function) chosen from12.1.1
the
Each output number corresponds to a fixed position (terminal). following list.
12.1.2
Each output can be associated with one of the following functions or types. The same type cannot be used for more than one output:
- Not used
Select this option and there is no association for the output and so it is never used.
- LF – NC – OC BOTTOM LOADING
It commands the Low Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage bottom loading valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Closed solenoid valve of the digital multistep bottom loading valve of Meter;
It commands the solenoid valve of the Open/Close bottom loading valve of Meter;
- HF – NO – BOTTOM LOADING
It commands the High Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage bottom loading valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Opened solenoid valve of the digital multistep bottom loading valve of Meter;
- LF – NC – OC TOP LOADING
It commands the Low Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage top loading valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Closed solenoid valve of the digital multistep top loading valve of Meter;
It commands the solenoid valve of the Open/Close top loading valve of Meter;
- HF – NO TOP LOADING
It commands the High Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage top loading valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Opened solenoid valve of the digital multistep top loading valve of Meter;

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- Product 1 pump
It commands the pump for product 1.
- Product 2 pump
- Product 3 pump
- Product 1 selecting valve
It commands the selecting valve for product 1
- Alarm condition
This output is de-energized whenever Meter goes into alarm mode.
- Block valve
This commands the block valve.
- Vapour recovery
This commands the vapour recovery valve linked to Meter.
- Vapour recovery BOTTOM LOADING
This commands the vapour recovery valve linked to Meter and used during bottom loading.
- Vapour recovery TOP LOADING
This commands the vapour recovery valve linked to Meter and used during top loading.
- BOTTOM LOADING
This output is enabled when bottom loading is selected.
- TOP LOADING
This output is enabled when top loading is selected.
- RESET pulses
This output is enabled when the Meter partial delivered quantities are reset.
- Enable of additive system 1
These outputs are activated to enable additivators that have to be used to inject one or more additives.
- Enable of additive system 2
These outputs are activated to enable additivators that have to be used to inject one or more additives.
- Additive cleaning line
This output is de-energized when the additivator linked to Meter must start the cleaning line stage.
- Additive selection 1
This output is enabled when a delivery with additive is actived.

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- Pump additive
This output is enabled when a delivery with external additive.
- Pump of additive A
This output is enabled when a delivery with additive A is actived.
- Injection command additive A
This command is used to inject the additive A.
- Pump additive B
This output is enabled when a delivery with additive B is actived.
- Injection command additive B
This command is used to inject the additive B.
- Batch interrupted
This command is used to indicate the VEGA is in stop status.
- Batch active
This command is used to indicate there is an active predetermination.
- Leak alarm status
This output is de-energized whenever meter goes into leak alarm.
- LF – NC – OC
It commands the Low Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Closed solenoid valve of the digital multistep valve of Meter;
It commands the solenoid valve of the Open/Close valve of Meter;
- HF – NO
It commands the High Flow solenoid valve of the 2-stage valve of Meter;
It commands the Normally Opened solenoid valve of the digital multistep valve of Meter;
- Dead man lamp
This output is active when a batch with dead man management enabled is in progress. It blinks as defined by parameters configuration.
- Dead-man sounder
This output is used to indicate that Handle has to be released and pressed again. Output is steady ON during lamp blinking time.

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 Pulse outputs
The VEGA has four 4 pulse outputs on the CPU board. The measurement that each of these is asked to represent can be selected (gross volume, gross standard
volume, mass) and the frequency of the pulses (every so many units of measurement counted).
If, for instance, one wants to get 1 pulse every 10 units of measurement (mass) counted on Meter:
- select option “Mass Meter 1” to set the unit of measurement of pulses,
- enter the value of the ratio between counted units of measurement and number of pulses emitted in the “Ratio Units/Pulses” field.
N° UNITS MEASURED 10
K-OUTPUT = ---------------------------------------------- = ----------- = 10
N° PULSES EMITTED 1

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13 SERIAL LINES
The CPU board of the VEGAII counter has 4 serial communication lines for peripherals, VEGA T has 5 serial lines.
- VEGAII:
-Serial lines 1 and 2 let one communicate via RS232 or RS485, serial line 3 allows for RS422 or RS485 and serial line 4 allows RS232.
- VEGA T:
-Serial lines 1 and 2 communicate via RS485, serial line 3 and 4 communicate via RS232, serial line 5 communicate via RS485.
The following parameters can be set for each serial line:
This parameter allows to select the This parameter allows to select the This parameter allows to select bit
transmission and reception speed (baud character parity type. length of character.
rate).
This parameter allows to select a legally This parameter allows to select a not
relevant protocol. legally relevant protocol.
In the panel are present both legally relevant and not legally relevant protocols selection but you can choose only one kind of protocol per line.
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14 PRINTING
With VEGA you can print a legal relevant print and not legal relevant print , or you can send a storage device the flow of print data.
The following example shows how to set parameters for three types of printing:
 Enabling the not legally relevant print

To enable the management of not legally relevant print, you can set “Printer ST500 A/B”, “SPD (shared printing device)” or “Printer ST100/201/302”.
The following example shows how to set the printer on the serial line 3 of VEGAII.
In the “Protocol used” select " PRINTER ST500 A/B " if VEGA is " If VEGA is connected with SPD device, that allow to have one printer for more
connected directly with a serial printer. VEGA, the protocol must be set as “SPD (shared printing device)”.
In the “Protocol used” select " PRINTER ST100/201/302" if VEGA is

connected directly with a ticket printer.

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The device of SPD allows you to use one printer for more VEGAs. For each VEGA it is necessary to set a different serial address.
If the connection between VEGA and SPD is interrupted alarm of “SPD PRINTING DEVICE TIME-OUT” can be generated. Alarm happens if VEGA doesn’t receive
message from SPD before that delay in seconds set in parameter 3.2.2.1.3 is spent.
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 Enabling the legal relevant print
To enable the management of a legally relevant printer, you must select the “PRINTER ST-500M”
The following example shows how to set the legally relevant printer on the Legally relevant line 2.
Legal Relevant Serial Printer allows to print data of more VEGA by only one printer. To do this on every VEGA must be set a different serial address for Legal Serial
Printer.
The “LEGALLY RELEVANT PRINTER TIMEOUT” alarm indicates that there are communication problems between the VEGA and system printer. This alarm is
activated if the VEGA doesn’t receive a valid message before the delay in seconds in parameter 3.2.2.6.1 has spent. This alarm is checked only during a print
phase.

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 MRD (Metrical Recording Device)
To enable the management of MRD, for storing the print data stream, you must set the Legally relevant protocol to ”MRD (Memory Device)”.
The following example shows how to set the MRD on the legally relevant line 2.
The MRD device allows you to connect more VEGA with one MRD (Memory device). For each VEGA it is necessary to set a different serial address.

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If the connection between VEGA and MRD is interrupted, alarm of “Timeout with MRD (Metrical Recording Device)” will be generated. Alarm occurs if VEGA
doesn’t receive any message from MRD before the delay in seconds set in parameter 3.2.2.7.3 is spent.

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 Legally relevant ModBus
To enable the management of legally relevant ModBus, for the acquisition of legally relevant data (density, temperature and pressure) from an external device
connected on the serial line via ModBus protocol, you must set the legally relevant protocol to ”Leg. Rel. ModBus protocol”.
The following example shows how to set the legally relevant ModBus on the legally relevant line 2.
If the connection between VEGA and a device on the serial line is interrupted, alarm of “Timeout legally relevant ModBus protocol” will be generated. Alarm occurs
if VEGA doesn’t receive any reply from device on line when the delay in seconds set in parameter 3.2.2.5.3 is elapsed.

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 Printing configuration
Using ST500A/B printer or SPD, allows to choose if to print at the end of delivery (batch) or after closing the transaction.
The two different print-out solutions are:
- END OF BATCH ( print-out of data for each delivery );
- END OF TRANSACTION ( print-out of data for the entire transaction split by product );
With legally relevant print ST 500-M, VEGA will print only at the end of batch.
For all types of printer, another print-out type will be generated after a PRODUCT LEAK ALARM.
For all printers (ST500 A/B, ST500-M and SPD) must be used the continuous form paper.
The print data can be print out in 2 ways:
- Continuous.
- With form feed
The data with metrological relevancy (gross volume, gross standard volume, temperature, density, pressure) are printed with a final asterisk if no errors are
occurred during the delivery; in case of some errors occurred, connected to the pulses counting or to the temperature, density, pressure acquisition, VEGA will not
print the asterisk and a indications of possible problem will be printed.

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Example of “END of BATCH” print-out of not legally relevant print.

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Example of ”END of TRANSACTION” print-out of not legally relevant print.

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Example of “PRODUCT LEAK ALARM” print-out of legally relevant serial print.

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Example of delivery print-out of legally relevant serial print.

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 Ticket printer configuration
Using ST100/201/302 allow only to print at the end of the batch or of the transfer.
The data can be printed out in 2 ways:
- On a Blank ticket.
- On a Pre-printed ticket.
For Blank ticket data configuration see the chapter “Enabling the data to be printed”.

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Example of “END of BATCH” print-out of ticket printer

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 Enabling pre-printed ticket data
With pre-printed ticket, the user can print a maximum of 20 row on it.
To select which data can be printed on these lines, the user have to select them as described below.
To enable the print-out of a given type of data:
Change the “Row number” to choose which data print on another

14.1.2 To change the data to print on this line press “ENTER” and then the arrows
14.1.3
to
row. select the data that the user needs.
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The data that can be selected are the following:
PRINTING TEST VOLUME OF ADDITIVE C

UNIQUE MEASUREMENT NUMBER VOLUME OF ADDITIVE D
TRANSACTION NUMBER VOLUME OF ADDITIVE E
BATCH NUMBER VOLUME OF ADDITIVE F
PIN CODE MASS OF ADDITIVE A
VEGA SERIAL NUMBER MASS OF ADDITIVE B
METER SERIAL NUMBER MASS OF ADDITIVE C
METER POSITION MASS OF ADDITIVE D
DATE AT DELIVERY END MASS OF ADDITIVE E
TIME AT DELIVERY END MASS OF ADDITIVE F
DATE AT DELIVERY START MASS OF ADDITIVE D
TIME AT DELIVERY START MASS OF ADDITIVE E
PRODUCT NAME MASS OF ADDITIVE F
PRESET VALUE RCE CODE
END GROSS VOLUME TOTALIZER
INITIAL TOTAL GROSS VOLUME TOTALIZER
GROSS VOLUME
END GROSS STANDARD VOLUME TOTALIZER
INITIAL GROSS STANDARD VOLUME TOTALIZER
GROSS STANDARD VOLUME
END MASS TOTALIZER
INITIAL MASS TOTALIZER
MASS
PRODUCT PRICE
DELIVERED PRODUCT PRICE
AVERAGE FLOW RATE
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE
STANDARD VOLUME CONVERSION METHOD
AVERAGE ALPHA OR STRENGHT
AVERAGE BASE DENSITY
AVERAGE OBSERVED DENSITY
AVERAGE PRESSURE
AVERAGE EQUILIBRIUM VAPOR PRESSURE
ADDITIVE RECIPE SELECTED
VOLUME OF ADDITIVE A
VOLUME OF ADDITIVE B

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Example of “END of BATCH” print-out of pre-printed ticket of ticket printer

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 Enabling the data to be printed
The data to be printed are enabled in specific parameters, letting the user to personalize the printed report. These data can be printed:
DATUM #01 – PRINTING TEST

DATUM #02 – LEGALLY MEASUREMENT NUMBER
DATUM #03 – TRANSACTION NUMBER
DATUM #04 – BATCH NUMBER
DATUM #05 – PIN CODE
DATUM #06 – VEGA SERIAL NUMBER
DATUM #07 – METER SERIAL NUMBER
DATUM #08 – METER POSITION
DATUM #09 – DATE AND TIME DELIVERY AT END
DATUM #10 – DATE AND TIME DELIVERED AT START
DATUM #11 – PRODUCT NAME
DATUM #12 – PRESET VALUE
DATUM #13 – END GROSS VOLUME TOTALIZER
DATUM #14 – INITIAL TOTAL GROSS VOLUME TOTALIZER
DATUM #15 – GROSS VOLUME
DATUM #16 – END GROSS STANDARD VOLUME TOTALIZER
DATUM #17 – INITIAL GROSS STANDARD VOLUME TOTALIZER
DATUM #18 – GROSS STANDARD VOLUME
DATUM #19 – END MASS TOTALIZER
DATUM #20 – INITIAL MASS TOTALIZER
DATUM #21 – MASS
DATUM #22 – PRODUCT PRICE
DATUM #23 – AVERAGE FLOW RATE
DATUM #24 – AVERAGE TEMPERATURE
DATUM #25 – VOLUME CONVERSION METHOD
DATUM #26 – AVERAGE ALPHA OR STRENGHT
DATUM #27 – AVERAGE BASE DENSITY
DATUM #28 – AVERAGE OBSERVED DENSITY
DATUM #29 – AVERAGE PRESSURE
DATUM #30 – AVERAGE EQUILIBRIUM VAPOR PRESSURE
DATUM #31 – ADDITVE RECIPE SELECTED
DATUM #32 – VOLUME OF ADDITIVES INJECTED
DATUM #33 – MASS OF ADDITIVE INJCTED
DATUM #34 – RCE CODE

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To enable the print-out of a given type of data:
Change the “Datum number” to change the type of data. 14.1.5 Go to “Print” and enable/disable the print-out of the relevant datum. 14.1.6
The name of the data type appears in the last line of the description
(e.g. “PRINTING TEST”).
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 Displays during printing
When reports are being printed, the display shows the information on the status of the printer and the progress of the print-out.
If the printer is not connected, or switched off, the parameters for the serial
14.1.8
line, such as the BAUD RATE, PARITY, DATUM LENGTH will not agree with the
printer values: the VEGA indicates this problem with the message below.
If the problem persists after having checked the connections, made sure the
The first window that appears is the “WAIT FOR PRINT-OUT”. During printer is switched on and reviewed the parameter settings, the printer can be
this stage, the VEGA processes the data to be printed and checks the disabled by setting the PROTOCOL parameter for the serial line as LINE
status of the printer. DISABLED.
The following message indicates that the printer is OFF LINE. Press the If there is no paper on the printer, the following message appears on the
relevant key on the printer to solve this problem. display.
When printing starts VEGA shows the following message. 14.1.9 When printing is finished the following message appears on the display. 14.1.10
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 Displays with MRD
The display shows the information about the communication between VEGA and MRD.
The first message is “PLEASE WAIT”. During this stage, the VEGA If the MRD is not connected, or switched off, or the parameters for
processes the data to be sent and checks the status of the printer. the serial line, such as the BAUD RATE, PARITY, DATUM LENGTH will
not match with the printer values: the VEGA indicates this problem
with the message shown in the picture above.
If you press the CLEAR key VEGA stores the print data, waiting for it
to resume the communication with MRD. VEGA can store up to 250
prints.
If you exceed the maximum storage limit (250), VEGA shows the
following alarm.

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 Printer settings
Printer ST500 A/B or ST500-M must be programmed as show below:
In the above examples you have to set only the “Menu 1”.
PRINTER ST500 A/B and ST500-M with printer Tally T2240 PRINTER ST501 (see SPD) with printer Tally T2240

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PRINTER ST500 A/B and ST500-M with printer Tally Dascom 2600 PRINTER ST501 (see SPD) with printer Tally Dascom 2600

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 Reprints
With VEGA is possible to reprint, with one of printers enabled, transaction, batches or legally relevant print stored in memory.
To access this function follow as shown below:
If you want to reprint a transaction select the menu voice highlighted below.
If you want to reprint a batch select the menu voice highlighted below.
If you want to reprint a legally relevant print select the menu voice highlighted below.

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15 LOADING TYPE
The VEGA can be used on "BOTTOM LOADING" bays, "TOP LOADING" bays or "BOTTOM + TOP LOADING" bays. The following figures give a typical example.
An example of BOTTOM LOADING could be:

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An example of TOP LOADING could be:

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An example of TOP & BOTTOM LOADING could be:

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 Loading bay type
It possible to set if VEGA is installed in "BOTTOM LOADING" or "TOP LOADING" or "BOTTOM + TOP LOADING" bay by the following parameter.
With a "TOP & BOTTOM” loading bay to the selection from TOP and BOTTOM can be done:
- in Local Mode by a Bottom/Top selector
- in Remote Mode by a serial message.
An output can be set when Bottom Loading is chosen and another output can be set when Top Loading is chosen.

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 Preset
VEGA can be used to dispense a preset amount by controlling the opening and closing of a valve.
To choose the preset function set the parameter 7.1.5.1 to “Preset YES/Start YES”.
The amount of product to be loaded (preset) can be set:

- using the VEGA numerical keyboard (ATB preset);
- using an external selector (ATK selector) with three positions, one for each quantity programmed (e.g. 1000/2000/5000 litres) allowed for the “ATK preset”; this
selector is connected to the counter with two input signals.
It may be that both the above modes are necessary. In this case, a further selector (ATK/ATB selector) may be connected to a VEGA input selector.
It’s possible in local mode to enter the preset for each batch, or maintain the previously preset.
In “REMOTE” mode, the Supervision System (TAS) uses a special serial message to:
- send a preset quantity for the product;
- oblige the you to preset the value using the VEGA keyboard or the ATK selector;
- allow you to choose which type of preset management to use, by moving the ATK/ATB selector.
As a general rule, the ATK presetting is used for top loading, while presetting ATB is used for bottom loading.

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The following parameters allows to establish the characteristics of the presetting modes and which presetting to use.
This parameter allows to establish during top loading or bottom This parameter allows to establish the minimum and maximum
loading whether the presetting should be ATB or ATK, or whether it quantities that can be preset during ATB presetting
should be established by the position of the ATB & ATK selector.
For ATK preset type it’s possible to set the three presetting values associated to the three positions of the ATK selector.

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For ATK preset selector is linked to 2 digital input of VEGA.
The VEGA makes it possible to determine the amounts to be loaded in advance using a three-position selector switch (A, B and C). Any malfunctions or anomalies
in the use of the ATK selector switch are indicated by specific alarms.
If the 3-position selector contacts short-circuit, the VEGA generates the “PRESET SELECTOR FAULT” alarm.
The “PRESET SELECTOR MOVED DURING DELIVERY” alarm occurs when you try to change the preset amount by moving the selector from one position to another
during delivery.
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If you change the position of the ATK selector after stopping delivery (batch in progress), taking it to a value lower than the amount actually delivered, the VEGA
generates the “PRESET NON ACCEPTABLE FOR CURRENT PRESET” alarm.
When a quantity is preset and a start is given it’s possible to set an output that will stay energized until predetermination is closed.

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 Start and Stop without preset
If you want to open/close a valve with start and stop buttons and without to preset a quantity set the parameter 7.1.5.1 “Preset NO/Start YES”.

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 Remote Start and Stop Signals
Start and Stop of delivery may be done by VEGA button or by a Remote Start links to VEGA by digital inputs.
Remote Start for both ATK and ATB preset. Remote Start for ATB preset. Remote Start for ATK preset.
Remote Stop for both ATK and ATB preset. Remote Stop for ATB preset. Remote Stop for ATK preset.

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Then there is a Start/Stop signal that when contact is closed delivery starts, when contact is opened delivery stops.
It’s possible to generate alarms if Remote Start or Remote Stop pushbutton doesn’t work well.
If a REMOTE START button is connected to one of the input signals and this button jams, the counter generates the “REMOTE START LOCKED” alarm.
If a REMOTE STOP button is connected to one of the input signals and this button jams, the counter generates the “REMOTE STOP LOCKED” alarm.

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 Products selection
In Remote Mode Personal Computer establishes if only one Product can be delivered or if you can select, by VEGA keyboard, which Product deliver.
In Local Mode if more Products are enabled it’s possible to set if you can select Product to deliver by VEGA keyboard or by a selector with 3 positions.
The selection can be different during BOTTOM LOADING and TOP LOADING.
Products selector is connected to VEGA by input signals.

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It’s possible generate alarms if Products Selector doesn’t work well.
If more than one product is enabled for each meter, the VEGA lets the user select the product to be loaded thanks to a three-position selector switch. If no
product is selected, the VEGA generates the “NO PRODUCT SELECTED” alarm.
If several products have all been selected, the counter generates the “SEVERAL PRODUCTS SELECTED” alarm.

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 Products pumps
For each product may be possible that is installed a pump linked to VEGA by output. When product is selected its pump is activated.

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16 ADDITIVE
The additivation is used to inject dyes, odorizes, denaturants , anti freeze, anti-corrosion, anti-static and/or anti-detonating substances. To perform this function, the
VEGA can manage up to 6 additives: A, B, C, D, E, F. In local mode it’s possible to use up to 4 internal recipes while in remote mode it’s possible to set the PPMs for
every additive or select an internal recipe.
For every single additive it’s possible to choose the type of logic additivation:
Additive Type of additivation logic
A Measured(*), Piston(*), FlexiMix
B Measured(*), Piston(*), FlexiMix
C FlexiMix
D FlexiMix
E FlexiMix
F FlexiMix
(*)This type of additivation is available only for firmware version “M5X00X 01AXX” or “M13X0X 01AXX”.
 Management
In Local mode it’s possible to set, by parameter, when product is additized:
- never;
- always;
- only if required.
In Remote mode it is the PC (Protocol Communication) that defines how additivation is managed.

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 Additive Protection
Thes parameter allows to set if the additives are metrical. If they are metrical all the parameters have influence on the measure of the additive are protected by
Weight&Measure Switch.
 Number of available recipes

Recipes can be a maximum of 4, in Local mode it’s possible to set by parameter how many recipes are selectable by you; in Remote mode the PC (Protocol
Communication) defines the number of recipes.

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 Recipes name
It is possible to insert a name for each recipe. This name it is used during the recipe selection phase.
 Additives quantities
For each additive recipe it’s possible to define which additive will be injected and ratio quantity in parts per million respect to the main product.
 Type of “ppm”
It is possible to specify the unit of measurement that generates “ppm” (parts per million); “ppm” is the ratio between the quantity of additive and the quantity of
main product expressed in a certain unit of measurement, type of “PPM” defines the unit of measurement that generates “PPM”.

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 Density of additives
For each of the four additives it’s possible to set density used to calculate weight.
 Quantity of cleaning line

When it’s necessary to do batches with or without additive, the main product line must be clean the from any previous additive residues.
In order to clean the line, the additive injection must be ended before preset quantity. This parameter allows the you to select the amount of product remaining to
be delivered when the additive injector will be shut down.

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 Additives display
It’s possible to define which type of data are shown for the additive.
 Volume measurement unit

It’s possible to define the measure units for the additive, it’s possible to choose between cube centimetre (gram for weight) and litres (kilogram for weight).
 Alarm/Timeout
It’s possible to define if an additivation alarm will be shown only during an additivation delivery or always.

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 Metered injection (only additive A/B)
If the metered injection is selected, VEGA is able to:
o measure quantity of additive delivered by a small gear meter that sends to VEGA the pulses representative of additive;
o manage directly the injection of additive by a valve that is opened and closed to allow flow of additive;
o manage directly the pump of the additive.
N.B. This type of additivation is available only for firmware version “M5X00X 01AXX” or “M13X0X 01AXX”.
To select metered injection mode you have to:
Then you must define how many pulses are necessary to make a unit of additive.

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Next parameters allow to define frequency of injection.
We can define the minimum quantity that can be delivered for every injection,
the maximum quantity that can be delivered for every injection,
and the minimum quantity of main product that must be delivered between two injections.

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This parameter specifies the quantity of additive that will flow after the closure of injection valve.
It’s possible to define a delay that has to be spent between a closing of the injection valve and the next opening.
By “Injection quantity” parameter it is possible to define the quantity of additive that should be delivered for every injection.
For metered injection this value is only indicative because VEGA recalculates the ideal volume of additive.

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It’s possible to start injection after start of delivery; you can define the quantity of main product that corresponds to first injection of additive.
If parameter value is 0, VEGA does the first injection when the value of main products delivered is equal or more than half of injection interval quantity.
Mandatory is to define the outputs used to command the pump
and the injection valve.

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To be sure that pressure of additive is ok for injection we can introduce a between pump start and first injection.
At the end of delivery we can introduce a delay before switching off the pump of additive.
For every additive there are two totalizers, one for volume and one for weight.
For every additive it is possible to customize the name of additive.

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 Piston injection unit 1 (only additive A/B)
If the piston injection is selected VEGA is able:
o to inject the additive by a movement of a piston;
o to check that the movement of piston is done;
o to command directly a pump of the additive.
Additive quantity is not measured but it is calculated by number of piston movements and injection quantity.
N.B. This type of additivation is available only for firmware version “M5X00X 01AXX” or “M13X0X 01AXX”.
To select piston injection mode you have to:
Then you can define the maximum number of movements that piston can do in a minute; this parameter is related to time that piston needs to inject quantity and
come back to start position.
VEGA generates alarm if injection frequency calculated for delivering ideal additive quantity is biggest than parameter value.

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This parameter allows to define how many milliseconds the output used to command the piston will be excited.
This parameter set the minimum time between two movements of piston. This time must ensure that the piston come back in rest position after every movement.
This parameter enables the possibility to de-excite, before the defined time, the output used to command piston when the feedback signal is recognized.
This parameter defines if the feedback signal is normally open or closed.

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This parameter enables the management of piston missing injection recovery during the batch.
Feedback signal of piston has to be set in the inputs of VEGA.

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It’s mandatory to define the outputs used to command the pump
and the piston.

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By “Injection quantity” parameter it is possible to define the quantity of additive that should be delivered for every injection.
For metered injection this value is only indicative because VEGA recalculates the ideal volume of additive.
It’s possible to start injection after start of delivery; you can define the quantity of main product that corresponds to first injection of additive.
If parameter value is 0, VEGA does the first injection when the value of main products delivered is equal or more than half of injection interval quantity.

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To be sure that pressure of additive is ok for injection we can introduce a between pump start and first injection.
At the end of delivery we can introduce a delay before switching off the pump of additive.
For every additive there are two totalizers, one for volume and one for weight.

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 Additivation with FlexiMix
For each of the 6 additives an external unit called “FlexiMix” can be associated for the management of injection process of additive.
In this solution the FlexiMix will manage the injection process of additive and VEGA manages only the preset of the additive quantity (in PPM respect the main
product) and reading of additive information (quantities, alarm).
The connection between VEGA and FlexiMix is achieved through a RS485 serial line, that is used for the information exchange between the two devices: every
serial line of VEGA can be used for this purpose.
In addition, you must connect one of the impulsive outputs of VEGA to FlexiMix, so that the Additive Injection System can receive the main product pulses.
The following paragraphs relating to the setting of parameters are based on a system wired like the one shown below:
CONNECTION DRAWING VEGA II  FlexiMix
FLEXIMIX VEGA II
IC-M CPU BOARD
CN9-1 B1-1
CN9-2 B1-2
CN9-3 B1-3
12 5
CN6-1 B3-1
CN6-2 B3-2
CN6-4 B3-3
CN6-3 B3-6
CN6-5
CN6-6
IC-M VEGA II
1 ISOIL IMPIANTI 12
2 BOTTOM VIEW
11
3 10 5 3/4" 3/4" 6
4 9 3 3/4" 3/4" 4
5 6 7 8 1 1" 1" 2

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CONNECTION DRAWING VEGA T FlexiMix
FLEXIMIX VEGA T
IC-M
CN9- X6-
1 1
CN9- X6-
2 2
CN9- X6-
3 5
1 3
CN6- 2 X3-
1 1
CN6- X3-
2 2
X8-
CN6-
3 2
CN6-
6
IC-M
1 ISOIL IMPIANTI 12 VEGA T
2 11
3 10
4 9
5 6 7 8

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The first thing to do is enabling the serial communication between VEGA and FlexiMix
Then it’s necessary to define the serial address of the FlexiMix unit connected, if there are more FlexiMix connected to VEGA each one must have a different
address.
The pulses output 1 must be set as “FlexiMix” so that it will receive the main product pulses only when additivation is required.

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It is necessary to associate every additive with the FlexiMix and then specify which one of the 6 units will be used.
Regarding the management of alarms relative at additivation process see Chapter 6 “Alarms”.
The configuration of VEGA is complete! Now you must configure the FlexiMix (use its Setup manual).

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 Specific alarms related to management of FlexiMix
When VEGA uses a FlexiMix as Additive Injection System, the following alarms will always be managed:
 Alarm on FlexiMix
 FlexiMix not ready
 Interlock absence on FlexiMix
 Wrong configuration VEGA/FlexiMix
 FlexiMix in timeout
ALARM ON FlexiMix
FlexiMix can handle multiple alarms and the intervention of one of these causes the generation of an alarm on the VEGA.
Given the large number of alarms on FlexiMix not all of them may be identified on VEGA with their own error code, so it’s simply generated a generic "FlexiMix”
in alarm" notification. A unique alarm code is generated only for the following alarms on FlexiMix:
 No additive flow (only if the corresponding alarm is enabled on VEGA)
 Undertreatment (only if the corresponding alarm is enabled on VEGA)
 Overtreatment (only if the corresponding alarm is enabled on VEGA)
 Additive leak (only if the corresponding alarm is enabled on VEGA)
 Additive out of tolerance (only if the corresponding alarm is enabled on VEGA)
FlexiMix NOT READY

This alarm is generated on VEGA when FlexiMix cannot be armed.
INTERLOCK ABSENCE ON FlexiMix

This alarm is generated on VEGA when a interlock absence is detected on FlexiMix.
WRONG CONFIGURATION ON VEGA/FlexiMix

This alarm is generated when VEGA parameters programming is not compatible with the configuration of FlexiMix; this can happen when:
 VEGA tries to manage some additives that are not enabled on FlexiMix
 VEGA is in preset mode but the unit of measurement (volume or weight) is not the same one used to represent the pulse of the main product on
FlexiMix
 VEGA is in transfer mode (without preset) but the unit of measurement of “PPM Ratio” (volume or weight) is not the same one used to represent the
pulse of the main product on FlexiMix
FlexiMix IN TIMEOUT
This alarm occurs if VEGA doesn’t reply for three consecutive times on the serial communication line.

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 Additivation with external Additive Injection System 1 and 2
VEGA allows to manage up to 2 external Additive Injection System by signals; in this configuration VEGA will not be able to know the quantity of injected additive.
The signals to interface VEGA with an external Additive Injection System are the following:
 ADD.1 Enable = Output used to enable the Additive Injection System 1;
 ADD.2 Enable = Output used to enable the Additive Injection System 2;
 Additive selection 1 = Output used to select an additivation recipe on Additive Injection System;
 Cleaning line = Output used to indicate that the injection of additive must be stopped because the cleaning line is requested;
 Additive Injection System 1 not ready = Input to know if an alarm situation is present on Additive Injection System 1;
 Additive Injection System 2 not ready = Input to know if an alarm situation is present on Additive Injection System 2;
 Pulses output = Pulses output for representative of main product delivered.
In this mode VEGA allows to choose up to 4 recipes of additivation and for every recipe will be possible to set the state of outputs above described.
To use this configuration is necessary to specify which signals will be activated for each recipe, the “Recipe X outputs” panel permits this.

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The outputs “ADD.1 Enable” and “ADD.2 Enable” and “Additive selection” will be activated if set to “On” for the selected recipe at the start of batch/transfer and
deactivated at the end of batch/transfer.
Then you need to define by parameters inputs and outputs used to realize signal interface.
Start from digital outputs.

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Select which pulse output will be used to send pulses of main product to Additive Injection System.
The pulses outputs will be used to represent the quantity of main product delivered and the pulses will be emitted only if for the selected recipe the “ADD.1/2
ENABLE” output will be set to “ON”.
Parameter 7.3.3.1.1 allows to set the type of volume or weight will be Allow to set ratio between pulses and units of measurement.
emitted on output.
Please note that if you select one of the following:
- Gross Volume;
- Gross standard Volume;
- Weight;
pulses will be emitted always, even if delivery is not additized.
If you select one of following:
- Additive Injection System 1;
- Additive Injection System 2;
- Additive Injection System 1-2.
pulses will be emitted only when delivery is additized and they represent
the same units of measurement of preset.

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Now choose input for Additive Injection System 1 alarm.
 Calibration of additives by piston or by meter

If the additive A and B are managed by “Piston” or by “Meter” is possible calibrate it with an internal tool.
To do this you have to set the quantity of main product that will flow between two injections.

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and you have to specify the flow-rate.
N.B. In calibration phase the flow of main product is actually simulated.
After you can start calibration procedure following next steps.
You must enter Level 1 password.
Select the additive (A or B). Set quantity of additive to inject.
Select the push-button “ ” to exit. Select the push-button “ ” to start calibration.

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During calibration VEGA manages injection valve or piston for delivering additive, on display the following information are shown:
o quantity of main product delivered (simulated);
o additive injected.
If you want to end calibration select “ ”.
When additive preset quantity is reached injection is ended.
Now you can enter real measured quantity and when you push button additive K-factor parameter is upgraded.

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 Additivation in local mode
Before beginning to deliver the main product, the you shall define:
o if additive will be injected in the batch or not;
o the additive recipe to be used in the case of a batch with additive.
After setting the preset, VEGA presents the following screen to define if the batch is to contain additive or is to be clean:
Use:
- "” or “” to pass from one button to the next;
- “ENTER” on button to add additive to the batch;
- “ENTER” on button to not add additive to the batch.
- “CLEAR” to exit from the panel;
If the batch is always considered to be with additive or clean (by defining the parameter) the previous screen is not displayed.
The next step will be to choose the additive recipe to be used; VEGA presents the following screen:
16.1.1 Use:
16.1.2 - "” or “” to pass from one line to the next;
16.1.3 - “ENTER” to confirm the highlighted additive recipe;
16.1.4 - “CLEAR” to exit from the panel;
If the batch does not contain additive or just one recipe exists (the recipe number can be set as a parameter) the previous screen is not presented.

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At this point VEGA is ready for delivery; the selected recipe and the predetermined quantity are displayed as evidence of the delivery data selected.
When the “START” button is pressed, delivery starts; VEGA sets the FlexiMix with the previously selected recipe.
For each predetermined quantity of main product delivered, the FlexiMix injects a precise quantity of additive; this continues until the preset value is reached.
The quantity of additive injected is shown on the FlexiMix display and if the printer is enabled, it will also shown on the form printed out at the end of each batch.

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 Additivation in remote mode
In Remote mode is a supervision system (TAS) that defines:
o the batch preset value (only in automatic);
o if the batch has to contain additive or not;
o the percentage of additive A that shall be injected with respect to the preset value (only in the case of serial interfacing between VEGA and FlexiMix or using
the integrated additivation);
o the percentage of additive B that shall be injected with respect to the preset value (only in the case of serial interfacing between VEGA and FlexiMix or using
the integrated additivation);
o the percentage of additive C that shall be injected with respect to the preset value (only in the case of serial interfacing between VEGA and FlexiMix);
o the percentage of additive D that shall be injected with respect to the preset value (only in the case of serial interfacing between VEGA and FlexiMix);
o the additive recipe to be used (only in the case of interfacing via signal between VEGA and FlexiMix or using the integrated additivation).
The you will only be allowed to specify the preset value (only in semi-automatic) and to start delivery.
During remote operation, the supervision system has the possibility of knowing the exact quantity of additive injected, at any moment, for the batch in progress
(only in the case of serial interfacing between VEGA and FlexiMix or using the integrated additivation).

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17 OPERATING MODES
VEGA can be used in “LOCAL” mode where you manage delivery action or in “REMOTE” mode where a Terminal Automation System manages delivery action.
By a parameter it’s possible to choose operating mode and how choose it, so we can set “Local”, “Remote” or “Local & Remote” if there is a selector that establishes
mode.
Interface with Local/Remote Selector is done by a VEGA input signal.

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 Local Mode
In “LOCAL” mode VEGA guides you to:
- select product to be loaded;
- preset quantities;
- enable product additivation;
- reset quantities;
- print out the data;
- close transaction.
 Product selection
The user can select which product will be delivered using the VEGA II keyboard or a remote selector.
Whit Keyboard selection product choice is done scrolling list and confirming highlighted name.
Use:
- “” to highlight the next product in the list;
17.1.1
- “” to highlight the previous product in the list;
Selector selection product choice is done commutating selector on one of the tree position.

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 Preset
If Preset management is enabled, you must set quantity to load.
Use: 17.1.3
- “” to increase of 1000;
- “” to decrease of 1000; 17.1.2 17.1.4
- “0-9” to introduce quantity;
- “ENTER” to confirm quantity.
 Additivation activation
If product must be additized, you must confirm additivation and select recipe to inject.
Selecting delivery is additized; selecting 17.1.5

product is
delivered without additive.
Note. This image is shown if parameter “Additivation management” is

set on “By request”. To choose additive scroll list and choose selected.
Use:
- “” to highlight the next additive in the list;
17.1.6
- “” to highlight the previous additive in the list;

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 Delivery
Press button “START” to start delivery.
During delivery lower half part of display changes colour. Pushing button “” it’s possible to change datum shown on area 3.
Use:
- “” to scroll data of area 3; 17.1.7
- “” to confirm datum shown.

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 End of delivery
When delivery ends you can:
- print delivery data if VEGA is connected to a printer;
- close transaction if management is enabled in Local Mode;
To enable Transaction closing in Local Mode you must set next parameters.
You can choose if transaction will be closed by VEGA “CLEAR” button or
by right positioning of inputs. Inputs used to close transaction. Logic position of inputs used to close transaction.
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After delivery data can be automatically reset or may be required to you if reset or not.
This functionality can be set by a parameter.

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 Remote mode
In “REMOTE” mode delivery operations are controlled by a Terminal Automation System (TAS) that sends command messages to VEGA to:
- Insert an you code for identifying who is loading;
- enable Products and select delivered Product;
- enable additivation and select injected recipe;
- reset alarms;
- reset quantities.
Images shown during loading phases are similar to images in Local mode, so they aren’t illustrated.
 Communication protocol
In Remote mode VEGA has to be connected to a Personal Computer by a serial line. Data and commands are sent using “Proprietary” protocol or “ModBus”
protocol.
You must choose which protocol will be used.
Then you set Serial Line used to communicate with Terminal Automation System.

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It is possible to choose a line reserved for communicating with metrological devices. By this line it is possible to receive data of a transaction.
 Serial addresses to communicate

In plants there are more than on VEGA controlled by a Personal Computer (TAS). It’s necessary to differentiate each VEGA by an address made by a tree digit
numerical code.
If Personal Computer communicates by Proprietary Protocol next parameter has to be set.
You must remember to set Legal Proprietary Protocol Address when a Legal Personal Computer is linked on Legal Relevant Serial Line.
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If Personal Computer communicates by ModBus Protocol next parameter has to be set.
You must remember to set Legal Proprietary Protocol Address when a Legal Personal Computer is linked on Legal Relevant Serial Line.

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 Operator identification
It’s possible to identify the operator at the start of loading in two ways:
- By inserting a PIN-CODE with VEGA keyboard.
- By inserting a badge in the “Badge reader RF-ID”
This parameter allows to enable/disable This parameter allows to define a This parameter allows to define the
the request of Pin Code/Badge, the Pin maximum time (in seconds) without a maximum digits for Pin Code (Not used
Code can be managed only in remote changing of phase after that the with badge management)
mode or always. transaction is automatically closed and a
new Pin Code (or Badge) is required.
This parameter allows to define if the

value of Pin Code is numeric or
alphanumeric (Not used with badge
management).

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If Pin Code is managed and badge reader RF-ID is not enabled, at the start of transaction VEGA requires to input an identification code by keyboard, in local
mode the Pin Code inserted will be accepted, in remote mode the Terminal Automation System will manage the Pin Code.
If Pin Code is managed with badge reader RF-ID, at the start of transaction VEGA requires to insert a badge in the Badge Reader RF-ID. In local mode the value
of badge will be compared with a list of valid badges stored on VEGA (using the internal tool). in remote mode the Terminal Automation System will manage the
badge value.

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 Timeout on serial line
Alarms can be generated if serial connection between VEGA and T.A.S. halted.
VEGA can indicate alarm of Timeout Proprietary Protocol if it is connected to a Personal Computer and Proprietary Protocol is chosen.
Alarm happens if VEGA doesn’t receive messages from PC before that delay in seconds set in parameter 3.2.2.2.3 is spent.
It’s possible to do the same thing for Legally Relevant ModBus Protocol.
VEGA can indicate alarm of Timeout Modbus Protocol if it is connected to a Personal Computer and Modbus Protocol is chosen.
Alarm happens if VEGA doesn’t receive messages from PC before that delay in seconds set in parameter 3.2.2.3.3 is spent.

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18 TRANSACTIONS AND BATCHES
Difference between transaction and batch is that a transaction is done by more batches. Really happens that there is a Transaction Start (in Remote Mode by a
message, in Local Mode after reset quantity), than more batches are delivered and then a Transaction End is given (in Remote Mode by a message, in Local Mode by
positioning of selected inputs or by CLEAR button).
Each transaction and each batch are identifiable by progressive numbers stored in VEGA parameters.
So after each data reset progressive Batches number and Legally Relevant Measurements number are increased.
When transaction is closed progressive transactions number is increased.

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19 LFD-6
The device LFD-6 is used to display information visible to a distance of 20 meters, generally is used in all applications where you work at distance from the meter counter
and an easily readable display is required. Up to two LFD-6 can be used for a single VEGA and they can show different information in terms of how it is programmed
VEGA.
 Management
LFD-6 can be used to display different information of VEGA in particular:
- Gross volume
- Gross standard volume
- Mass
- Price
- Flow rate
- Preset in decreasing
You can choose the number of decimal for show the information of VEGA. The information delivery can be reset for each batch, or add more batch without resetting the
data except at the end of the load.
19.1.1

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Allow to define wich data is displayed on LFD-6:
- Gross volume
- Gross standard volume
- Mass
- Price
- Flow rate
- Preset in decreasing
Define the number of decimals you can show on LFD-6: 19.1.3 Define the data shown on LFD-6: 19.1.4
- 3 decimals, - Single batch,
- 2 decimals, - Sum of batches.
- 1 decimal,
- 0 decimals.
The device LFD-6 must be connected by serial line at VEGA so it’s necessary enable the correct communication protocol by parameters.

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 Timeout LFD-6
If LFD-6 is connected to VEGA and there is no communication between VEGA and LFD-6, will be generated an alarm of “Timeout with LFD-6”.

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20 BADGE READER RF-ID
The device called Badge Reader RF-ID, connected via serial-line with VEGA, allows to acquire the value stored in a badge. This value can be:
 simply acquired by prorietary or ModBus protocol
 used like PIN CODE to identify an user for a transaction
If you want to use the Badge Reader RF-ID it’s necessary to enable the communication protocol “RFID badge reader” on one serial line at the speed of 9600 baud.
 Enabling badge like PIN CODE

To use the Badge reader RF-ID to manage Pin Code it’s necessary to enable the Pin Code management:

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In this configuration at the start of a new transaction VEGA waits that a new badge is inserted.
In local mode the badge is considered valid if the read value corresponds to one stored internally of VEGA (the values can be stored by internal tool); if the value
of badge is not recognized, VEGA waits for a new badge,
In local mode VEGA can be set to close automatically the transaction if a valid badge is removed from the badge reader RF-ID.
In remote mode the value of badge is managed like the Pin Code value and the Terminal Automation System will manage the transaction.

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 Management of badge without PIN CODE
In this working mode the value of badge is always acquired and mirrored in PIN CODE value of communication protocols. No validation of PIN CODE is managed.

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21 VEGA PRICE CONFIGURATIONS
VEGA can be used to manage the load with the price.

To enable the management of price in VEGA is enough that one of these parameters is set to price.
0.9.6 - The management of the price allows you to insert the preset21.1.1
in:
- Gross Volume
- Gross standard Volume
- Mass
- Price (€).
0.9.8 The unit of measurement to calculate the price of the product

21.1.2
may be referred to:
- Gross volume ( for example €/l )
- Gross standard volume ( for example €/l Tb 15°C )
- Mass ( for example €/Kg )

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For the MID legislation of the price management, the Gross volume and partial product in price should be displayed.
0.10.1 - To determine the quantity to be shown in the AREA 1 of21.1.3

the
display. This area can show:
- Gross volume,
- Gross standard volume,
- Mass,
- Price
0.10.2 - To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 2 of the display.

21.1.4
This area can show:
- Gross volume,
- Mass,
- Price,
- Flow rate,
- Preset,

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0.10.3 - To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 2 of the display.
21.1.5
This area can show:
- Gross volume,
- Mass,
- Price,
- Flow rate,
- Preset,
- Alpha/Strenght
- Average /Alpha/Strenght
- Base density
- Average base density
- Observed density
- Average observed density
- Pressure
- Average pressure
- Equilibrium vapour pressure
- Average equilibrium vapour pressure
- Total Gross Volume
- Total Gross standard Volume
- Total Mass
- Temperature
- Average temperature

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0.10.4 – To determine the quantity to be shown in AREA 4 of the display.
21.1.6
This area can show:
- Temperature,
- Average temperature,
- Price for unit of measure.
There are two ways to set the price of the product:
 Through parameter, for each product you can set the price.
. 21.1.7

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 Through this tool, for each product you can set the price.
With this tool you can set the prices of three products (if enabled) at the 21.1.8
same21.1.9
time.

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Example of delivery data show in price
Product name Product price
Delivered in Eur
Gross volume
Preset
Temperature
While product is delivering on display is shown:
Product name Product price
Delivered in Eur
Gross volume totalizer

Gross volume
Gross standard Preset
volume totalizer
Mass totalizer Temperature

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22 GAS EXTRACTOR
To enable the management of gas extractor, you must enable one or both signals that manage the status of the filter.
 Management of gas extractor with two signals (unloading application )

In case of management of gas extractor with two signals, the operation during the delivery will be as follows:
Start the delivery and no signal is present, the delivery goes normally, if gas extractor to begin to fill with air, the first input “Gas extractor level (LF)” is set and
VEGA goes in low flow.

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If VEGA goes in low flow but the gas extractor continue to fill with air, the second input “Gas extractor level (STOP)” is set and VEGA stops the delivery.
When the exceeding air level is reduced, the signal of “Gas extractor level (STOP)” is de-energized, and the delivery of VEGA will force to go in low flow. As soon as
the exceeding air is extracted, the signal of “Gas extractor level (LF)” is de-energized, the delivery of VEGA will go to normal operation.
 Management of gas extractor with one signal (special gas extractor)

In case of management of gas extractor with one signal, the operation during the delivery will be as follows:
Start the delivery and no signal is present, the delivery goes normally, if gas extractor to begin to fill with air, the input “Gas extractor level (STOP)” is set and the
delivery of VEGA will go in stop.
As soon as the exceeding air is extracted, the signal of “Gas extractor level (STOP)” is de-energized, and the delivery of VEGA goes to normal operation.

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For both gas extractor filters, you can set the delay times to go from the stop phase to low flow phase, or from stop phase to normal operation, or low flow phase to
normal operation.

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23 TOOLS
 Parameters
- Download/Upload
You can download or upload the parameters between Personal Computer and VEGA.
In order to do this, you must install the Vega Parameter software on your PC.

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- Log
This tool allows you to consult the logs of the parameters, in particular, you can see which parameters have been changed.
For each parameter logged in, you have this information:
- Type of modification, LOCAL means the modification was done by operator, REMOTE the modification was done through a communication protocol in
remote mode.
- the code of parameter
- old value
- new value
- the data and time when the parameter was changed
- the number of log where is stored the information of change.
To enter in panel of Log:
The panel of log parameter is so defined:
With the push button “↑” it is possible to move to the next button of panel, with the push button “↓” it is possible move to the previous button of panel, the
button of panel selected will be shown in reverse mode (white on black background), with the push button “ENTER” it is possible to select the function
associated at the panel button, to exit from panel select the button panel “OK” and push ”ENTER”.

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- Restore factory default
With this application you can restore all parameters to the factory default values of VEGA
The password for the restore of factory default is "8888".
- Restore Promass default

With this application you can restore all parameters to the Promass default values of VEGA
The password for the restore of Promass default is "8400".

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 Maintenance
The password to access the tools of the maintenance is the one set in parameter "5.1".
- Firmware upgrade
You can update the firmware of VEGA through a personal computer connected to one of the three serial ports of VEGA.
The software to be installed on personal computer for the firmware update is "Vega Flasher”, for this operation is necessary remove the hardware key.
- Reset log events

You can reset all stored VEGA events, for this operation is necessary remove the hardware key.

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- Reset log parameters
You can reset all the stored modified parameters, for this operation is necessary remove the hardware key.
- Badge management
This tool allows to store and remove the badges considered valid for loading in local mode.
To insert new badge VEGA shows the panel below, it’s enough to insert the badge and it will be read and stored.
VEGA is waiting for a new badge VEGA indicates that the badge was stored
To erase a single badge, it’s enough to insert the badge.

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VEGA asks for confirmation VEGA indicates that all badges were erased
To erase all badge stored.
- Reset ram
You can reset all ram managed by VEGA, it can be used also for generate a first start of VEGA.
 Corrections
- Correction of temperature by PT100
You can correct the value of temperature acquired by PT100: the “MEASURED TEMPERATURE” field shows the value of the temperature read by the PT100
probes; simply enter the values indicated on the sample thermometer in the “ACTUAL TEMPERATURE” field.

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- Correction outputs 4-20mA
On the 2 outputs 4-20mA are emitted 12mA, to calibrate you can use an external ammeter or even the input 4-20mA of VEGA (if already calibrated). Under field
“VEGA INPUTS VALUES” are shown mA read by inputs 4-20mA of VEGA, under field “VALUES MEASURED ON OUTPUTS” must be input mA read by inputs 4-20mA
of VEGA or by an ammeter.
- Correction inputs 4-20mA

To calibrate 4-20 mA input you can use an ammeter or the outputs 4-20mA of VEGA (if already calibrated) in order to emit 12 mA. Under field “VEGA INPUTS
VALUES” are shown mA read by inputs 4-20mA of VEGA, under field “VALUES EMITTED BY AMMETER” must be input mA to be emitted by output 4-20mA of VEGA
or by an ammeter.

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 Diagnostics
- Display visual test
You can test the LCD display to verify all pixels.
- Internal voltages
Using this tool you can check the Main supply voltage, battery voltage and internal temperature of VEGA.

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- Input test
Using this tool you can test inputs of VEGA.
This tool is only for VEGAII.
- Output test
Using this tool you can test outputs of VEGA.
The password to access the tool of output test is the one set in parameter "5.1".

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If the output is set to “On”, the output is energized, if set to “Off” it is de-energized.
Outputs of power supply board (01-16)
Outputs of digital I/O board (17-32) only for VEGAII
Outputs of CPU board

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-Analog board
Use this tool in order to check the analog inputs and outputs of VEGA.
The password to access this tool is the one set in parameter "5.1".
Analog I/O board
- Errors
This tool is designed to diagnose what happened, if there is a firmware error (Vector Error)
 Legally measurements data

Use this tool in order to see the legally measurements data of transactions.

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Isoil Impianti S.p.A. - Italy

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 Features and general characteristics

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- VEGA T is equipped with:

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- Pre-setting (batch control) of the delivered volume.

- Flow rate measure:

- Real time clock:

- Calibration and error curve linearization:

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After making and checking the electronic counter connections following2.1.1

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 Parameters and their protection

A level of protection is associated to each parameter depending on its characteristics.

LEVEL 1 (needed for all METROLOGICAL PARAMETERS)

These parameters can only be altered:

These parameters can only be altered:

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If the password isn't valid, the following message appears:

Use: 3.1.2 3.1.3 3.1.4

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READING PASSWORD LEVEL: can be used to read all parameters.

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Alphanumeric parameter Parameter with decimal point

Numeric parameter List parameter

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 Date and time settings

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If the battery doesn’t work correctly an alarm can be generated.

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“Digital I/O Board” optional board allows to add :

 Optional boards (VEGA T)

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 Enabling the Meter

Example with Meter disabled.

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 Rounding data ModBus and ModBus protocol version

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 Meter serial number

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 Minimum and maximum flow rates

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This parameter allows to define the speed

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This parameter allows to define the time that

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