User Manual

SMR61
Radar Level Meter

Aquas. Inc | www.aquas.com.tw

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Address: 4F-2, No.56, Lane 321, Yang Guang St., Neihu District, Taipei 11492, Taiwan (R.O.C.) Version date : 2023.05.30
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Table of Contents

1. Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 4
1-1. Advantages ....................................................................................................................................................................4
1-2. Applications ...................................................................................................................................................................4
1-3. Measurement Method ...............................................................................................................................................4
1-4. Installation ......................................................................................................................................................................4
1-5. Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................5
1-6. Ordering Codes ............................................................................................................................................................6
1-7. Dimensions.....................................................................................................................................................................7

2. Installation............................................................................................................................................. 8
2-1. Requirement of Installation .....................................................................................................................................8
2-2. Method of Installation ....................................................................................................錯誤! 尚未定義書籤。
3. Sensor Connection, Configuration, and Calibration ...................................................................... 10
3-1. Download AQCFG Software ................................................................................................................................. 10
3-2. Connection Settings ................................................................................................................................................ 12
4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 17
4-1. Maintenance: .............................................................................................................................................................. 17
4-2. Trouble shooting: ...................................................................................................................................................... 17
APPENDIX A. Device Connection Graph .............................................................................................. 18
Appendix B. Wiring diagram ................................................................................................................. 20
Appendix C. Modbus Table： ................................................................................................................ 21

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Safety Information

These safety instructions do not take into account any unforeseen circumstances and events which
occur during installation, operation and maintenance of the products. The operator is responsible for
observing the location-specific safety regulations, also with reference to the personnel.

To avoid injury and product damage, take care the following:

 Install the product according to the regulations applicable in the respective country.
 Make sure only trained and skilled technicians can carry out installation and maintenance work.
 Secure the product or system to prevent unintentional activation.
 Do not subject the product to mechanical stress.
 Do not cut, damage or change the cord. Make sure there are no heavy objects on the cable and
that the cable is not folded. Make sure that the cable is not anywhere near hot surfaces.
 Do not touch any of the live electrical components.
 Operate the products in a secured working environment.
 If the sensor cable is damaged, please contact AQUAS Customer Service.
 Never try to disassemble or modify the product or a part of the product if such a procedure is not
explicitly described in this manual.
 Products from AQUAS meet the highest safety standards. Inspections, modifications and repairs to
the product, including the replacement of the connecting cable, must be carried out by AQUAS, or
by a workshop /qualified experts authorized by AQUAS. Defective, improper repairs can lead to
accidents and injuries.
 Observe the general technical rules.

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1. Overview
The Radar Level Meter is connected directly via RS485 communication interface, providing simple,
reliable, cost-saving process data with remote monitoring, calibration, configuration and diagnostic
capabilities. Housing in a robust IP68 proof enclosure, 1500 N tensile strength Kevlar reinforced cable,
up to 1.2 km digital data transmission, the transmitter is ideally used in water/wastewater industry.

1-1. Advantages
 All-in-One Compact Enclosure, Built-in Transmitter and Sensors
 Robust IP68 Water Submersible Protection, Directly Installed in the Field, No Cabinet Required
 80 GHz Superior Focusing Radar Beam, Beam Angle Less than 6°to Avoid Obstacles and Build up in
Confined Spaces
 120 dB Wide Dynamic Range to Accurately and Reliably Measure Poorly Reflective Liquid, Liquid
Down to Bottom level, Even with Surface Foam, Extremely Turbulent Flow, and Condensation on
Antenna
 Advanced Intelligent Algorithm and Signal Processing Technology to Eliminate Echo Noise
 Surcharge Hydrostatic Level Sensor, Continue to Provide Uninterrupted Level Measurement
 Plug & Play, On-line Realtime Measurement
 Ultra Low Power Consumption, Ideal for Outdoor Applications
 1500 N Tensile Strength Kevlar Reinforced Cable
 Surge Protection for Power and RS485 Communication
 RS485 Digital Communication, Minimize Cabling and Engineering Cost
 Standard Modbus RTU Protocol, Direct Connected with PLC, HMI
 Onboard Memory Allowing Users Easily Calibrate and Configure Sensor at Lab and Distribute to
Various Fields Sites
 AQCFG Software Tool for Data Monitoring, Calibration, Configuration and Diagnosis

1-2. Applications
Stormwater, surface water, wastewater

1-3. Measurement Method

The sensor combines proven radar measurement technology with state-of-the-art spectral signal
processing technology to provide a reliable and accurate way to measure level.

1-4. Installation
Submersible, flow through, pipe insertion

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1-5. Specifications

General
RS485 (Modbus RTU protocol), 19,200 bps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop
Output Signal
bit; 4~20 mA
Data Resolution 16 bits (0.001% FS)
Surge Protection 1,500 VDC
Power Supply 12 VDC, 145 mA
Protection Polarity, Overload, Short circuit
Safety CE, FCC
Radar Level
Frequency 80 GHz
Radar angle 6°
Measurement Range 0.2~30 m
Accuracy ±1 mm
Resolution 0.1 mm
Operating Pressure -1~3 Kgf/cm2
Operating Temperature -40~85 °C
Response Time 5 secs
Calibration Interval Typical 12 months
Electrical Connection M16X1.5 plug fixed cable, M12 connector, 5 pins
Housing Material POM ; PVDF (optional)
Cable Kevlar reinforced PUR cable, 1500N tensile strength
ø 90 X 126(H) mm (no hydrostatic level sensor) ; ø 90 X 164(H) mm
Dimensions
(includes hydrostatic level sensor)
transmitter: approx.. 1.2 Kg (no hydrostatic level sensor), 1.5 Kg
Weight
(includes hydrostatic level sensor
Hydrostatic Level
Measurement Range 0~10 m
Accuracy ±0.1% FS (SS316L); ±0.25% FS (Titanium)
Resolution 0.01% FS
Repeatability ±0.025% FS
Stability (annual) ±0.1% FS
Safety Load 3 X measurement range
Rupture >4 X measurement range
Calibration Interval Typical 12 months
Radar Level

Sensor Pt1000

Measurement Range -30~75 °C

Accuracy ± 0.1 °C

Resolution 0.01 °C

Repeatability 0.1 °C

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1-6. Ordering Codes

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1-7. Dimensions

Dimension (Unit = mm)

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2. Installation

2-1. Requirement of Installation

The following rules must always be considered prior to installation:

 The mounting distance to the side wall should be greater than 0.1 meter.
 The probe should be mounted vertically to the surface of level measurement.
 The mounting distance should be higher than blind zone.

 Various installation methods:

H: Installation Elevation
L: Installation Height
M: Measuring Valve

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(1) Wall installation

(2) Pole hanging installation

(3) Tank installation

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3. Sensor Connection, Configuration, and Calibration

3-1. Download AQCFG Software

A. Insert CD or click the link sent by the manufacturer to download AQCFG software.
B. Select “Setup” and follow the instruction to finish software installation. After the download
process is completed, pleas create a shortcut to open AQCFG on desktop.

<Step 1>
Place the Installation Disc into CD-ROM  Click the file and select the Setup icon to start downloading
AQCFG software. Or, please click the link sent by the manufacturer to start AQCFG installation.

<Step 2>
Click “Next” to continue.

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<Step 3>
Click “Next” to continue.

<Step 4>
Click “Next” to continue.

<Step 5>
Click “Next” to continue.

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3-2. Connection Settings

A. Use CAB06 USB-485 cable to connect SMR61 analyzer with PC.

B. Open AQCFG Software

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C. Set up Connect COM Port

Click “Setup” on Device Search main menu to configurate COM Port, Modbus ID, Baud rate, Parity (SMR
factory default settings: Modbus ID = 1, Baud rate = 19200, None Parity, 8 Data bits, 1 Stop bit).
After the setting is well done, close COM Port Setup window.

D. Click “Scan” on Device search main menu. All the connected analyzers (devices) will be
shown on the list. Double-click SMR61 to go to the Basic Setting screen.

Click SMR61 to go to the Basic Setting screen.

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E. AQCFG Function list

Note: The default Modbus ID is 1. It is necessary to change the ID to avoid conflict number
if connect multiple SMR transmitters

(1) Access
I. Connect: Scan device (analyzer) via COM Port
II. Disconnect: Disconnect device (analyzer)
III. Log in: N/A
IV. EXIT
(2) Setup
V. COM Port: Set up COM Port, Modbus ID, Baud rate, Parity
VI. Language: Set up language for AQCFG.
[Remark: The user shall restart software after changing language setting.]
VII. Password: N/A
VIII. Data Format: Set up decimal number for display.
IX. Web page link: Set up main page of the web link.
(3) About: For user to check software version

(4) Connect: Access connected

(5) Disconnect: Access disconnected

(6) Login: N/A

(7) System OFF: N/A

(8) System ON: N/A

(9) Communication status: GreenConnected; RedDisconnected

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F. Sensor Basic Configuration

(1) Basic settings

I. Sensor: Show type of analyzer.
II. Alias: setting the alias
III. Model: Show model no.
IV. Serial Number: Show product’s factory serial number.
V. Location/Region/Zone:
For logger/controller, user can set up by their own preference.
If the user purchases AQWEB, please make sure to set up location, region, and zone to better
manage and find correct devices on AQWEB.
VI. Longitude/Latitude/Altitude:
Show GPS location if the user purchases GPS function for logger/controller.
VII. Range: Show measurement range.
VIII. Velocity: showing the real-time value and select the unit
IX. Value: showing the real-time value of Radar level meter and select the unit
X. Install Elevation: Radar level meter installation height setting

(2) Communication settings

I. Baud rate: Set up Baud rate. (9600 and 19200)
II. Format: Set up communication format (Options: N81, O81, E81)
※ COM Port Alternation: User should re-connect the system before starting the
measurement or continuing doing other settings after alternate COM Port.
III. ID: Set up ID number for device.
[IMPORTANT]
When connecting more than one analyzer to a logger/controller, please ensure to set up
different ID for each analyzer. The ID should be within the search range of the connected
logger/controller. If connecting to ECO logger, please set up ID between (1~4). If connecting
to FLO flow logger or HMI controller, please set up ID between (1~8).

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5. Advanced Setup:
Click “Advanced” to call out the Firmware Update functions.

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4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

4-1. Maintenance:
A. When conducting transmitter maintenance, please check whether the transmitter is clean
or not and make sure the cable is not damaged.

4-2. Trouble shooting:

A. Please follow the following steps to determine whether or not your device is malfunctioning
(a) First, check if the power supply of the instrument is normal.
(b) Second, check if the instrument itself is functioning. Hold the sensor parallel to the ground against
the wall, and observe whether or not it is producing normal measurement values.
(c) Check instrument installation according to installation requirements.
(d) Observe the surrounding environment to see if there may be possible interferences that might
have caused the instrument to be inoperable.
(e) Check if there is water in the device that may have caused damage to the inner works of the
instrument.
(f) Please resolve the problem(s) accordingly or consult the manufacturer.

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APPENDIX A. Device Connection Graph

1. Connected with Logger

FLO
HMI
Port 1

SMR61

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2. Connected with Notebook

*Caution: Power input: 12 V DC
2.1 USB port

SMR63-2
2.2 RS232 port

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3. Connected with Controller or HMI

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Appendix B. Wiring diagram

(a) Wiring diagram for SMR

Cable Wiring
PIN Color Signal
1 Brown GND
2 White RS485 D-
3 Blue RS485 D+
4 Black 3.6~5 V DC
5 Gray ------------

(b) SAO02 Wiring diagram for SMR (4-20mA type)

PIN Color Signal

1 Brown GND
2 Red RS485 D-
3 Orange RS485 D+
4 Yellow Power Supply (5~12V DC)
5 Green --------------
6 Blue Output 4~20mA CH1
7 Purple Output 4~20mA CH2
8 Gray GND

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Appendix C. Modbus Table：

MODBUS Table for SMR61 Digital Radar Level Transmitter

1.1 3xxxx read only registers (support function 4)

Reference Address Data Type Description

30001 0x0000 2 word <R>Level (Total Level-Radar Level)

(Float)

30002 0x0001 2 word <R>Radar Level

(Float)

34097 0x1000 3 word Calibration Date and Time

(YYMMDDHHmmSS)

34098 0x1001 20 word <R>Sensor Type

(Ansi-C String)

34099 0x1002 2 word Firmware Version

34100 0x1003 2 word Firmware Build Date

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1.2 4xxxx read/write registers (support function 3,6,16)

40001 0x0000 20 word <RW>Alias Name

(Ansi-C String)

40002 0x0001 1 word <RW>MODBUS ID

Default: 0x01

40003 0x0002 1 word <RW>Protocol

0:1200(N81) 1:1200(E81) 2:1200(O81)

3:2400(N81) 4:2400(E81) 5:2400(O81)

6:4800(N81) 7:4800(E81) 8:4800(O81)

9:9600(N81) 10:9600(E81) 11:9600(O81)

12:19200(N81) 13:19200(E81) 14:19200(O81)

15:38400(N81) 16:38400(E81) 17:38400(O81)
18:57600(N81) 19:57600(E81) 20:57600(O81)

Default: 12

40009 0x0008 41 word <RW> Region Zone

40010 0x009 6 word <R/W>GPS Position

40011 0x00A 1 word <Unit>

M:2

cm:44

Inch:36

Ft:39

Mm:18

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