Actaris SWM Technical Manual - 06.06.06

ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II
Static Ultrasonic Water Meter

Technical Manual
Subject Static Ultrasonic Water Meter Family – Technical Manual

Static_Ultrasonic_Water_Meter_Technical_M
Created by Pedro Carreira Revision AB 06_06_2006 anual_2006_REV_AB
Copyright © Actaris 2006 Page 1/37 Identification 035-Techn Manual

1. OVERVIEW:..................................................................................................................................................................4
1.1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ......................................................................................................................................................4

1.2. OPERATION PRINCIPLE : .......................................................................................................................................................4
2. HARDWARE DESCRIPTION: ..............................................................................................................................5
2.1. THE INTEGRATOR :.................................................................................................................................................................5

2.1.1. COVER: .................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1.2. BASE: ....................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1.2.1. Service push-button....................................................................................................................................................7
2.1.2.2. Option Board Connector Description ...................................................................................................................8
2.1.3. TECHNICAL DATA INTEGRATOR .......................................................................................................................................8
2.1.3.1. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II .....................................................................................................................9
2.1.3.2. Input / Outputs ..............................................................................................................................................................9
2.2. THE FLOW SENSOR:............................................................................................................................................................10
2.2.1. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................11
2.2.1.1. Electronic Calculator........................................................................................................................................................11
2.2.1.2. Flow Meter Body ..............................................................................................................................................................11
2.2.2. FLOW METER BODY SIZES .............................................................................................................................................12
2.2.3. PRESSURE LOSS...............................................................................................................................................................13
2.3. POWER SUPPLY....................................................................................................................................................................14
2.3.1. BATTERY MODULE ............................................................................................................................................................14
2.3.2. MAINS MODULE ...................................................................................................................................................................15
2.4. THE OPTION BOARDS .........................................................................................................................................................15
2.4.1. PHYSICAL OPTION BOARDS' DIMENSIONS ..............................................................................................................................16
2.4.2. VOLUME REPETITION .............................................................................................................................................................17
2.4.3. M-BUS REMOTE READING INTERFACE : ......................................................................................................................17
2.4.4. 2 EXTERNAL WATER METERS INPUT ...........................................................................................................................17
2.4.5. MODEM...................................................................................................................................................................................18
3. FEATURES/DISPLAY/SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION: .................................................................19
3.1. HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE ...........................................................................................................................................19

3.2. VOLUME ..................................................................................................................................................................................20
3.3. FLOW.......................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.4. TOTAL OPERATING TIME AND SOFTWARE VERSION ....................................................................................................22
3.5. PEAK DATA ...........................................................................................................................................................................23
3.6. ALARMS & WARNINGS .......................................................................................................................................................23
3.7. FLOW ALARM BEAHVIOUR .................................................................................................................................................24
3.8. FIXED DATE READING .........................................................................................................................................................24
3.9. OPTION BOARDS’ DISPLAYS .............................................................................................................................................25
3.9.1. EXTERNAL WATER METERS DISPLAY (LOOP1 & 2) ..................................................................................................26
3.9.2. MBUS OPTION DISPLAY (LOOP2) .................................................................................................................................26
3.10. DISPLAY ...............................................................................................................................................................................26


3.10.1. DISPLAY TEST .................................................................................................................................................................26
3.11. ALARM LOG .........................................................................................................................................................................26
3.12. TARIFFS ...............................................................................................................................................................................27
3.13. DATA-LOGGING ..................................................................................................................................................................27
4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION .................................................................................................................29
4.1. CAUTION ....................................................................................................................................................................................29

4.1.1. SIGNS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT ............................................................................................................................................29
4.1.2. SAFETY ..................................................................................................................................................................................29
4.1.3. PROTECTION ..........................................................................................................................................................................29
4.1.4. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................................................................30
4.2. SUPPLIED MATERIAL .................................................................................................................................................................31
4.3. MOUNTING/CONNECTING THE FLOW METER ............................................................................................................................31
4.3.1. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................................................................................................................31
4.3.2. NETWORK CONDITIONS ..........................................................................................................................................................32
4.4. TEMP SENSORS & WIRE CONNECTION ....................................................................................................................................32
4.5. POWER SUPPLY ........................................................................................................................................................................34
4.6. ALARMS.....................................................................................................................................................................................35
4.7. DISPLAY ....................................................................................................................................................................................35
5. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II / WATER METER FAMILY IMAGES .............................................36
5.1. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II ...........................................................................................................................36

5.2. OPTION BOARDS ..................................................................................................................................................................36
6. REVISION SHEET ............................................................................................................................................37


1. OVERVIEW:
1.1. Product Description:
The ECHODIS is a family of Static Ultrasonic Water Meter (SWM) dedicated to cold & hot water
metering.
For market reasons and previous type approvals these meters may have the following names for
specific countries:
- United Arab Emirates, Egypt, other Gulf Countries, Belgium: CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II
- The rest of the world: ECHODIS
ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II is divided into the following main sub-assemblies :
- An hydraulic sensor which measures the volume of water flowing through the water system.
It is a hot or cold water ultrasonic flow sensor that can be located in the inlet or in the outlet
pipe.
- An electronic integrator whose purpose is to compute the volume of water flowing, convert
the signal from the sensors to volumes over time.
It is a meter that can be powered by a battery or by mains.
A liquid crystal display allows the meter to display all useful parameters via a push button.
The meter complies with the EN14154 and OIML R49 standards and is designed in accordance of the
pressure directive PED 97/23/CE, the lead-free soldering 2002/95/CE and the transport of dangerous
goods directive (for Lithium Batteries).
1.2. Operation principle :
The operation principle of the product can be summarised through the following diagram :
Electronic Integrator
Hydraulic Sensor
V = XXXXX m3
The volume flow is measured using ultrasonic signals by the measurement of transit time between two
ultrasonic transducers.


2. HARDWARE DESCRIPTION:
2.1. The Integrator :

The integrator is composed of two main parts that can be separated for technical reasons, the base,
containing the metrology board, and the cover, indispensable for the Human Machine Interface (HMI). It
contains the metrology board and the user interface. It carries the legal information in the front label
regarding the meter and the base unveils various seals placements assuring the integrity of all
metrology data.
The plastic enclosures are made of Polycarbonate (PC), the integrator carries an IP65 protection and
the flow sensor IP68. The enclosure can either be directly mounted on the flow sensor or against a wall
using the wall fixing device. This feature allows high flexibility for ergonomic access to meter
information.
ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II meter is composed of an integrator and an flow sensor, where the two
sub-assemblies are connected through a four wire cable.


2.1.1. Cover:
The front cover is the human machine interface (HMI) and
includes : Power Supply
Push
Button
Info window
An anti-tamper label with metrology information

Screw
LCD
A window to see the data displayed on the LCD Window
Label
Optical
A window allowing the user to access power supply Port
information Customisation
area
Screw
A Push Button (PB) to go to the next display or change data Serial nb

Local approval labels
loop
Two screws to close the cover with the base. These screws can be sealed by wires.
An optical interface to communicate via an external computing device
A place for customisation with any extra labels
A window to view serial number or approval stamps
The cover and base together are IP64
2.1.2. Base:
The base is composed 3 different areas.
Area 1 holds the electronic metrology element
a) is the Liquid Crystal Display for scroll of data
b) option boards connector
c) connector for plugging the power supply
d) screw in connectors for temperature sensors
e) test and calibration connector for factory or

authorised metrology access entities (metrology
sealed)
f) screw in connectors for the flow sensor signal
g) optical two-way data port
h) circuit board support, holds and assures the integrity of the electronic (metrology sealed)
i) scrolling display push button
j) service push button


Area 2 is reserved for the power supply
The power supply can either be a battery or a mains module where lithium batteries assure typical life-
time* of 6 and 12 and the 220VAC module carries a small lithium back-up battery.
*battery life-time depending on usage and geographical situation. Please contact Actaris services for precise information.
Area 3 is dedicated to accept the different cabling and wiring as well as assure the ingress protection of
the enclosure
1) option board wires Ø4.25 ±0.75 mm2
2) mains cable Ø6±1 mm2
3) option board wires Ø4.25 ±0.75 mm2
4) big option board wires Ø6±1 mm2
5) flow sensor cable Ø3.75 ±0.75 mm2
The integrator can be directly mounted on the flow sensor using the special rear clip design or on the
wall using the wall mounting device
2.1.2.1.Service push-button
The service push button (“j” in the picture above) is used for service actions. These actions take place
every time the integrator cover is opened by breaking the service seals.
MBus parameters setting

The push button is used to set the different MBus parameters
Primary address
Secondary address which normally is the meter serial number
Baud rate
With push button “i” scroll the display until you visualise the desired parameter to be set. Example,
primary address item in loop2. Push the service button for at least 2 seconds (until the digit on the

display flashes) to enter a setting mode. Use scroll button to change the number and the service button
to change the digit to be set. A long push on the service button exits the setting mode
Installing New Option Board

In order to install a new option board, plug the board on the connector “b” and push the service button to
acknowledge. A menu dedicated to the option board will show up a few seconds later. Use the scroll and
service buttons as explained above.
Forcing data Saving

If a battery is being changed or by any reason it is required to force the hourly back-up in the EEPROM
press the service button for 2 seconds.
2.1.2.2.Option Board Connector Description
RxD0, TxD0 Serial interface communication port. This is a low level Mbus, so, do not apply to RXD0 a voltage
greater than 3V.
RxD1, TxD1 Is the second serial interface communication port available only for CF 55 meters. This is also a low
level Mbus, so, do not apply voltages above 3V.
Select Pin dedicated to detect the kind of option board it is being installed in the meter.
Optical Vs MBus Pin dedicated to manage possible conflicts between the optical and line MBus which share the
same serial port. If an optical communication is ongoing and the MBus board is requested for querying
it will hold until the optical port is freed. The contrary is also true.
WM1, WM2 Inputs corresponding to two external pulse output water meters.
Vdd, GND Power lines connected to the input of the LDO on the main board
2.1.3. Technical Data Integrator
The calculators have the following metrology characteristics


2.1.3.1.ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II
EN 14154; OIML R-49;
Class 2.0 acc.EN 1434 Any mounting position
Env. Class C acc.EN 1434 Flow Testing through HF
Compliance OIML R75 class 4 Calculator IP65 pulses or NOWA
PTB Class C Flow Sensor IP 68
(precision from 5cm³ to 100cm³
SP Test < -2% MBus acc. EN1434-3 depending on Qn)
PED compliant
CABLE CAN BE
Operating Temp. Storage Temp. cable Length
DISCONNECTED AND
Calculator 5°C .. 55°C -10°C .. 60°C 0.4, 1.5, 3, 5 and 9m
CONNECTED BACK INTO
absolut max 75°C
THE CALCULATOR
m3 m3/h
0, 1, 2 or 3 decimals
Units
(NOTE: by default the meter is programmed complying to international standards)
Volume V
if option board Internal volume resolution of 1
3 or 2 decimals
Billing Volume external Water V_WM1 cm³
Registers meter1
Volume external Water V_WM2
meter2
Sampling Mains:
Frequencies Flow: 120 times/min Note:
Temp: 30 times/min If a battery is replaced by a
Battery (6y,12y - 2AA or C): SPECIAL 6y (C battery only): mains power supply the sampling
frequencies automatically shift to
Flow: 20 or 30 times/min Flow: 120 or 30 times/min MAINS.
Temp: 2 or 3 times/min Temp: 5 or 12 times/min
2.1.3.2.Input / Outputs
For all calculators when equipped with an option board
Repetition output - EN1434 OA type
External Water meter - IB / IC
Description of each case:

EN1434-1 §7.1.3
OA
Dry contact or electronic
Non polarised
Pulse length > 100ms
Pulse interruption > 100ms
Bouncing < 1ms
Max. voltage 30V
Max. current 27mA
"ON" voltage drop < 2V @ 27mA
"OFF" resistance < 6MOhm
EN1434-1 §7.1.5
IB
Voltage supply < 6V

Source current < 0.1mA
Input HIGH level > 2V
Input LOW level < 0.5V
Pull-up Resistor [ 50k .. 2M ] Ohm
Pulse Input Length > 100ms
Pulse Input Frequency < 5Hz
EN1434-1 §7.1.5
IC
Voltage supply < 6V
Source current < 0.1mA
Input HIGH level > 2V
Input LOW level < 0.5V
Pull-up Resistor [ 50k .. 2M ] Ohm
Pulse Input Length > 0.1ms
Pulse Input Frequency < 5kHz
2.2. The Flow Sensor:
The flow sensor is also composed of two, but non

separable, parts. A first part which is the measurement
flow tube and the electronic intelligent ultrasonic
acquisition board. Its flow measurement behaviour is
the same independently of the meter nominal flow or
diameter.
It is composed of:
flow tube made of brass or bronze
ultrasonic ceramic transducers
an intelligent electronic board
gaskets and nuts
a cover enclosing the assembly
a label with metrology data
metrology seals assuring the integrity of the enclosure
a cable connecting to the integrator


This sensor is linked to the integrator through a four wire cable.
The four wires are for the following purposes:
2 wires for power supply – red and black wire
2 other wires for the flow information – blue and white
• the 2 wires concern a Signal Data link between the two electronic boards, the integrator and the flow
sensor one. Do note that in ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II there are no "pulses" between the flow
sensor and the integrator but digital data signals. So, in no way this assembly can be exchanged or
tested alone. Both a mechanical anti-tamper device as well as two control numbers link these boards
together preventing any exchange. The cable works therefore as if the circuit board in the flow sensor
and the one in the integrator are an extension of each other. Case an exchange has been made a major
metrology alarm is raised.
2.3. Mounting Instructions
2.3.1.1. Electronic Calculator

WIRE order CONNECTION (mainly for DN40 & DN50)
WHITE 1
D data DOWN
BLUE 2
P data UP
BLACK
3 - GROUND
+ POSITIVE +3.6V
4
RED
1 • Open the calculator by removing the side screws

2 • Pass the cable through the gasket which has been pierced on the bottom right
hand corner
3 • Connect the 4 wire cable following the instructions above
Always follow this sequence when connecting the flow meter body
RIGHT to LEFT to connect
LEFT to RIGHT to disconnect
4 • Close the calculator cover and once the screws fitted insert the service seals on
top as shown by the picture
2.3.1.2. Flow Meter Body

Never carry out welding operations close to the meter. It may seriously damage it.
Leave your meter in its packaging until all painting and rinsing operations are finished.
The flow meter can be mounted either on horizontal or vertical pipe without any influence on the metrology.
Always use pipes and seals correctly specified for use with your network pressures and diameters.
The use of upstream and downstream isolation valves as well as a drain-cock are recommended to ease the
installation and replacement operations.


Note:
When meter installed in horizontal
piping, it is recommended to position the
meter body with a 45° angle as shown in
the picture below.
Position the electronics calculator in

Note:
front of the flow meter body at a 45°
Depending on your choice a Strainer or a Non angle.
Return Valve may be installed in the inlet or the Insert and rotate the calculator of
outlet pipe.
45° until locked
2.3.2. Flow Meter Body Sizes

Several sizes are available as flow sensors as indicated in the table below
Qp \ DN 15 20 25 32 40 50
0.6 110 G¾B 130 G1B
190 G1B
190 F
1.5 110 G¾B 130 G1B
190 G1B
190 F
2.5 130 G1B 260 G1¼B
190 G1B
190 F
3.5 150 G1¼B 300 F
260 G1¼B
260 F
6 150 G1¼B 260 G1½B 300 F 270 F
260 G1¼B 250 F
260 F
10 200 G2B 270 F
250 F 250 F
300 G2B
300 F
15 200 G2B 270 F
250 F


2.3.3. Pressure Loss
Qp (m3/h)
Q (l/h) 0.6 1.5 2.5 3.5 6.0 10.0 15.0
6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
15 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
25 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
35 0.3 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
60 1.0 0.3 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
100 2.8 0.9 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.0 0.0
150 6.3 2.1 0.5 0.2 0.1 0.0 0.0
600 100 33 8.6 3.5 1.3 0.3 0.3
1200 400 132 35 14 5.4 1.1 1.0
1500 207 54 22 8.4 1.7 1.6
3000 828 216 87 34 7 6.6
2500 150 60 23 4.8 4.6
3000 216 87 34 7 6.6
3500 294 118 46 9 8.9
5000 600 241 93 19 18
6000 347 134 28 26
7000 472 182 38 36
10000 372 77 73
12000 536 111 105
15000 173 164
20000 308 292
30000 656


1000
1,5 2,5
0,6 3,5 6 10 15
100
mbar
10
1
10 100 1 000 10 000 100 000
L/h
2.4. Power Supply
2.4.1. Battery Module

The ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II can be powered by a 3.6 Volt Lithium/Manganese dioxide
(LiMnO2) battery (Area 1).
The battery is composed of one or several active elements assembled in a PCB, design for that
purpose. A 2 pin female connector is available for connection with the metrology board (Area 1) – see
§2.1.2
The battery carries a label informing the type of battery and the year of manufacturing.
Depending on the requested lifetime of the product, 2 different battery types are available, 2xAA size
with a maximum of 6 years life time and 1xC size battery with a maximum of 12 years life time.
The life-time of the batteries is directly linked to the sampling frequencies set in the calculator. In this
sense we can increase the meter’s precision by increasing this frequencies (reducing the period in the
table below). Climatic and environmental conditions may significantly modify the batteries’ life-time.


Although the different values can be pre-programmed at factory, the table shows the compromises and
the possibilities for a 6 year and a 12 year life-time batteries
Market Choice Battery Battery Period

Lifetime Set Phase Difference
(years) (cells) (seconds)
Traditional 6 2xAA 2
Default 6 2xAA 3
Traditional 12 1xC 2
Default 12 1xC 3
Special fast 6 1xC 0.5

Q changes
Special fast 6 1xC 1.5
E changes
(*) Under nominal operation conditions.

Nominal Operation conditions:
average operating temperature of 35°C
at nominal flow
Optical Interface : 10days, 11 frames, 300bps
MBUS: 10minutes, 5bytes request + 128bytes answer, 2400bps
REP: 10L/pulse, (volume pulse period>10s) (the volume REP have the most important
consumption)
2.4.2. Mains module

Instead of the battery, a main power supply can be plugged
Main Sector Voltage : 230V +10/-15%
Mains Sector Frequency : 50Hz +/-2%
Market Choice Period

Phase Difference
(seconds)
MAINS 0.5
Power Supply
2.5. The Option Boards

The ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II meter can be equipped with one option board for remote
communication.
When the optional board is connected, the meter detects the presence of the option board entering
the "option programming mode" once the service button is pushed. Then the user can program with the
push buttons the different parameters related to each board.

Furthermore, one additional detection is done every hour to check if the option board has been removed
and one after reset.
The following boards are available:
i) Mbus + E/V repetition
ii ) V repetition + 2 external Water meters
iii ) Mbus + 2 external Water meters
iv ) Modem + 2 external Water meters
¤ Mounted in meter option board view ¤ Option board view prior to installation
2.5.1. Physical option boards' dimensions

Several option boards are available, but they all carry the same dimensions. The height of the components on the board
does not exceed the connector eight.
54,5 x 64,7mm


2.5.2. Volume Repetition
This function manages the volume repetitions.
The output is optic-insulated, delivering a pulse each time the last digit of the volume index is
incremented.
It is equivalent to a floating contact non polarised with the following electrical specification :
Pulses format : width = 250 ms
Minimum delay between two pulses : 250 ms
Frequency : at each increment of the last displayed digit of the energy watering index.
Note : if the last displayed digit increment frequency is higher than 1 Hz, the repetition pulses are
buffered.
Maximum ON resistance : 20 Ω
Maximum voltage (OFF state) : 30 V
Maximum current (ON state) : 20 mA
2.5.3. M-BUS remote reading interface :

The M-BUS optional board allows the user to read all the parameters inside the product according to
IEC 870-5 and CEN EN1434 (M-Bus) standards.
The M-Bus module manages the following baud rates :
300 bd 1200 bd 2400 bd 9600 bd
It is necessary to communicate with the product at the baud rate programmed in the configuration. (No
master baud rate detection).
The baud rate value can be modified with the baud rate programming frame in all states (lock or
unlocked) or through the calculator push buttons
2.5.4. 2 External Water Meters input

Water meters module provide volume indexes of two external water meters with Low Frequency (LF)
pulse values. At each received pulse, a specific pulse weight per entry is added to each water meter
indexes.


Each input can be programmed with a pulse value that will also determine the display decimals
resolution in m³:
1 2.5 10 25 100 250

L/imp L/imp L/imp L/imp L/imp L/imp
V
2 2 1 0 0 0
(decimals)
The last line represents the number of decimals programmed per pulse weight.
The default value for each input is 1 L/p.
The table above is for your information. All different decimals in this table are calculated based on
EN1434 standard, i.e., within the normal working range (Qc to Qs) the meter’s least significant digit
should not be increased of more than one unit at each step.
2.5.5. Modem
The modem function works as soon as a "reading" telephone number is programmed in EEPROM using
the MBus modem frame. Once the connection has been established, the meter will then be able to call
out at a specified date and time to the pre-programmed number. Once the communication is established
the "server" will act as an MBus master and will directly communicate with the meter.
Using CFCS modem module you’ll be able to manage all different tasks concerning the modem.
In case of a modem board installed but no telephone number is entered in the meter memory, there’s an
“option board alarm” raised (alarm number 7 in the flow alarms display).
When the modem board is installed, the good telephone number programmed but, for some reason, the
“call-out” date is programmed in the past or not programmed at all, the meter will automatically call the
registered phone number. The modem’s objective is to re-synchronise itself with a time reference, in this
case the modem server collecting the calls.
When the call is picked-up the date and time of the meter will immediately be reset and its call-out time
re-programmed with a good date.
If the call is not picked-up the modem will continue trying 16 times per hour until the call is picked-up.
In case of installation on a CF55, a second phone number is available and if a number is registered the
meter will call-out every-time a flow alarm occurs.


3. Features/Display/Software Description:
The ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II features a full range of data relating to water metering. Its
software is designed to ease use and allows the measurement and analysis of the most relevant
parameters.
The software features three modes:
The user mode
• The normal state of the meter when in use on the field. The meter data is accessible to the
user and does not require the opening of the enclosure
The programming mode
• This mode is dedicated to the factory, or to some identified and authorised places such as
primary or periodical verification laboratories. In this mode the meter is “unlocked” and the
EEPROM writing enabled both in the data as well as in the metrology area. Operations like
modification of correction type (hot / cold) or programming of energy register are then possible.
• This state is identified by a blinking segment between on the display’s top left corner.
The option board programming mode
• This mode is dedicated to the option boards and appears only when an option board has been
acknowledge. The display will show the parameters that are possible for change such as setting
the volume register of the external water meters, the baud rate, etc.
3.1. Human Machine Interface

Display is switched on when the following events occur :
¤ Main pushbutton is pushed.
¤ State switching to production mode.
¤ Reset event.
Display is switched off when the following events occur :
¤ After 4 minutes in normal mode without any action on the pushbutton
¤ If low battery state is detected (~3.2V measured through voltage converter)


The display is organised in 3 distinct loops:
The Index Loop
The Operations Loop
The Fixed Date Reading Loop
Loop1 - visible Loop2 - visible Loop3 - utility

V Q FDRn_V_[1 .. 13]
LCD test Qpeak_+_t_St Mbus_s_adr if option board
if option board Alarms Baudrate FDRn_V_WM1_[1 .. 13] (if
Dsiplay Sequence V_WM1 t_Alarm if option board option board)
LCD 7 digits V_WM2 Mbus_p_adr V_WM_pls_val 1&2 FDRn_V_WM2_[1 .. 13] (if
option board)
The following values are available

through the communication port:
FDRn_Qpeak_+_t_St_[1 .. 13]
Index:
V volume (m3)
V_WM1/2 volume external water meter 1 and 2 (m3)
Q flow (m3/h)
Qpeak_+_t_St Peak flow and time stamp
t_Alarm time in alarm (if cable cut)
Mbus_p_adr Mbus primary address
Mbus_s_adr Mbus secondqry address
V_WM_pls_val 1&2 External water meter 1 and 2 pulse weight
FDRn_V_[1 .. 13] Fixed Date Reading – Volume, month 1 to 13
FDRn_V_WM1/2_[1 .. 13] Fixed Date Reading – Volume external water meter 1 and 2, month 1 to 13
FDRn_Qpeak_+_t_St_[1 .. 13] Fixed Date Reading – Peak Flow with Time stamp, month 1 to 13
Within a sequence, in order to go to the next display, push the front button.
To move from loop to loop, press the front button for at least 2 seconds
3.2. Volume
The Volume index is displayed in m³.


Volume index is limited to 7 digits (not depending on the number of decimals). The number of decimals
is fixed and can never be changed.
The volume is calculated with a cm3 resolution and although only 7 digits are visible the internal register
carries 14.
The least significant digit is 10-7 and the most significant one 10+7.
This register is never accessed by the user and a special reading tool must be used to obtain the
complete data.
Highlighted visible numbers on display
Internal Register 9 999 999 999 999 9 0.1 cm3
Display in m3 with 2 decimals 9 999 999 999 . 999 9 m3
Display in m3 with 3 decimals 9 999 999 . 999 999 9 m3
Display in m3 with 0 decimals 9 999 999 . 999 999 9 m3
This means that even if the register seems to have reached its limit and gets back to zero, in fact it is
only the visible part that is zero as the next significant number (not visible) has just been increased.
Example:
Display in m3 with 2 decimals at

0 000 099 999 . 999 9 m3
end of counter
Display in m3 with 2 decimals

0 000 100 000 . 000 0 m3
when rolls over
Over the max displayed value, the displayed index is reset.
¤ VolumeLiters = VolumeLiters + PiLiters
Computation conditions :
¤ Volume computation is not restricted by alarms, each volume pulse is taken in account.
Nevertheless, some alarms cut the volume pulses output:
¤ Error_Backflow backflow alarm
¤ Error_Air_Transducers air in the pipe detected
¤ Error_Usonic ultrasonic device malfunctioning


Volume data acquisition is made every 0.5s if powered by mains or 2s if by a battery.
Decimals PiHF
[m³] [cm3]
Qp0.6 2 5
Qp1.5 2 10
Qp2.5 2 20
Qp3.5 2 25
Qp6.0 1 50
Qp10 1 100
Qp15 1 100
3.3. Flow
FLOW is displayed in m3/h with 0 to 3 decimals depending on the

index value with the following rule:
If Flow < 10 m3/h Flow is displayed with 3 decimals
If Flow >= 1000 m3/h Flow is displayed without decimal
Although programmable, by default the data acquisition is made
every 0.5 seconds or 2 seconds for mains and battery. The LCD
refreshment is made at the same time.
3.4. Total Operating Time and Software version

These two displays show the elapsed working time and the software version number.
This number is divided in two, on the left a revision number relatively to the metrology firmware and on
the right one dedicated to the value added functions like bonus, peak, etc…
*optional display depending on customer
Elapsed time indication in Years and number of Days

(YY - DDD)
Software version with number divided in two

xx-yy
xx is metrology firmware version
yy is the functional firmware version


3.5. Peak Data
Peak data is calculated over an integration period that can be set between 1 minute up to 1440 minutes
(24h).
The integration period is the same for the three existing indexes:
Flow
The values are calculated within fixed time width windows, representing the average value.
The peak values are time stamped and at every FDR they are stored in memory and reset to zero for
the new month. They are readable through the communication port but not displayed.
MAX MAX MAX

FLOW Peak data with time stamp:
Time Day + Month Year
The peak values are set and reset by the communication ports.
30
3.6. Alarms & Warnings 20 20-30

10-20
0-10
10 -10-0
-20--10
-30--20
0 -40--30
-50--40
Alarms are identified by the icon and warnings directly by their -10
respective icon. -20
-30
10
20
An alarm journal is kept within the meter carrying the latest 20 alarm
-40
30
40 Tout
occurrences. Each of these occurrences are time stamped with date

-50
50
60
70 60
80
90
and time. These values are available through the communication ports.
Tin 100
110
Main Alarm Overflow Alarm Power Supply Alarm

Time Counter (hours) Time Counter (hours) Time Counter (hours)


A0 Temperature Alarm Screen (the digits don't necessarily light up all at the
same time)
1 Tin missing
2 Tout missing
3 Inverted Sensors
4 A/D converter error
A1 Flow Alarm Screen (the digits don't necessarily light up all at the same time)
1 Back-flow error
2 Air in pipe error
3 Overflow error
4 Ultra-Sonic or Cable Cut flow error
5 No flow during 24 hours
6 Flow meter tamper
7 Option Board error
The following are warnings and appear on the LCD independently of the display loop.
Presence of Flow
-blinking (no flow)
-permanent (flow)
3.7. Flow Alarm Beahviour

Les Flowmeter n'envoyent aucun pulse en cas de Backflow. Après 2h sans débit suivit d'un backflow, il est donc normal
que les 2 erreurs soient actives.
3.8. Fixed Date Reading

The fixed date reading module manages the indexes saving according to the current date and to the
month number.
The product manages 13 consecutive monthly data on the following indexes :
¤ Volume index
¤ WM1 index
¤ WM2 index
¤ Flow peak + Date & time
Concerning the indexes above, the energy and volume are always stored and displayed. Those of the
external water meters are stored and displayed only if the respective option board is in use and as
previously said, the peak fixed date reading values are always stored but not displayed. These values
can be download by communication means (MBus). The CF Meter software, CF CS can be use to
collect the specific MBus FDR frames.
The FDR action is effectively done at the end of the last day of each month (at 00:00).


3.9. Option Boards’ Displays
Several option boards are available :

.
The meter is equipped with a multifunction pushbutton. After plugging an
option board, the small button (B) must be pushed in order to launch the B
installation procedure. This action will force the identification of the option
board card. A
Furthermore, one additional detection is done every hour to check if the
option board has been removed and one after reset
When an option board is recognized, the first screen related to this option board is displayed.
Several values can be modified by the mean of the two push buttons (A and B).
You can enter this special installation procedure at any time by pressing push button B for over 2
seconds. The same action to exit.
Please note that once entered the special installation procedure, push button A is used to scroll through
the values and B to validate and move over to the next one.


3.9.1. External Water meters Display (Loop1 & 2)
The external water meters

volume indexes are identified
by the icons on the bottom, left
hand side of the display.
1 2
Each water meter pulse weight

The weight of each input is
is shown using the number on
shown in loop2.
the bottom right hand corner.
12 l/imp
3.9.2. MBus Option Display (Loop2)
Secondary MBus address,

which is equivalent to the serial
MBus network connection
Primary MBus address number when issued from the
speed
factory and is displayed in two
different screens.
3.10. Display
3.10.1. Display Test
During this test, all available segments are ON
12 MAX l/imp
3.11. Alarm log

A log of alarms is available containing the latest 20 alarms seen by the meter. All the alarms are time
stamped and they can only be seen by the MBus communication facility (see §4.4.9)

4. Installation and Operation
The paragraphs in this chapter are a short copy of the Installation guide that you will find with every
ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II
4.1. Caution
Your static water meter is an accurate measuring device approved for billing.
Special care must then be taken to respect the installation procedure described in this document to
protect your safety, ensure the proper measuring performance and comply with guarantee terms.
Always operate your water meter for the use it has been designed for.
4.1.1. Signs used in this document
WARNING: potential electrical hazards CAUTION: potential hazards
indicates a continuous current
4.1.2. Safety
Water networks and main power supplies may operate at high pressures and high voltages
that may cause severe physical injuries. Only qualified professionals familiar with involved
hazards should be permitted to open the energy integrator housing and install the flow
meter.
Make sure your network pipe is connected to the earth.
Always switch off main power supply prior to opening the energy integrator.
4.1.3. Protection
The product complies with CE requirements and environmental class C as described in the EN1434
standard:
Indoor use with ambient operating temperature: +5°C to +55°C
Ambient storage temperature (without battery): -10°C to +60°C
Relative humidity < 95% and altitude < 2000m
Calculator protected against dust ingression and water splashes from all directions (IP65, acc. to
EN60529)
Hydraulic body protected against dust ingression, powerful water jets and temporary immersion
(IP68, acc. to EN60529)
Protection against high EMC levels (acc. to EN50081-1, EN50082-1, EN50081-2, EN50082-2)
Over-voltage protection level : class II acc. to CEI 60364-4-443
Pollution level : degree 2 acc. to EN61010
The product is protected by a double electric isolation.
It withstands pressures and temperatures according to specified characteristics (acc. to PED
97/23/CE)


4.1.4. General instructions
Never handle the flow meter by its ultrasonic transducer cable.
Signal leads shall not be laid directly alongside mains power supply cables and shall
be independently supported. The separation between signal leads and main supply
cables shall not be less than 50cm.
Only parts not metrology sealed are accessible to the service professionals. Unsealing
the device is excluding all guaranties (including guarantee of conformity to the
directive PED 97/23/CE).
Perforate cable gaskets using a screw-driver.
Clean your product with its housing closed and using a soft cloth dampened with water
rather with liquid or aerosol cleaners.


4.2. Supplied material
Your package includes:
ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II (SWM)
the electronic part, the flow meter part and the wall mounting device
optional – option boards or connection kits
4.3. Mounting/Connecting the flow meter
4.3.1. Mounting instructions

Never carry out welding operations close to the meter. It may seriously damage it.
Leave your meter in its packaging until all thermal insulation, painting and rinsing operations are
finished.
The flow meter can be mounted either on horizontal or vertical pipe without any influence on the
metrology (ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II )
Always use pipes and seals correctly specified for use with your network pressures and
diameters.
The use of upstream and downstream isolation valves as well as a drain-cock are recommended
to ease the installation and replacement operations.
Always refer to the meter position specified on your calculator (supply or return pipe) and mount
flow meter in accordance.
In case of serious flow disturbance located upstream of the meter the use of a straight pipe (see
below table for pipe length) is recommended to obtain the best performance:
flow meter connection

you can power supply the flow meter using (+,-), connect the pulses (P, blue wire)
and the data link (D, white wire).
flow meter disconnection / connection ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF
ECHO II
always start by disconnection (+, red wire), then (P, blue wire) and (D, white wire)


+ POSITIVE +3.6V and finally the ground (-, black wire). To connect the meter back, operate in the
reverse order (-), (D), (P) and then (+).
- GROUND connection of flow meter

always start by connection (-, black wire), then (P, blue wire) and finally the power
supply (+, red wire). Connect the data wire (D, white wire)
P PULSE Input
D DATA Input
Small size meters Medium size meters

(Qp 2.5 m3/h) (Qp > 2.5 m3/h)
Recommended Recommended
Sensitivi Sensitivi
Flow disturbance source upstream straight pipe upstream straight pipe
ty ty
length (x DN) length (x DN)
Elbow Low 3…5 Low 10
Partly closed valve Low 3…5 Low 10
Diameter reduction Very low 0 Low 0
Downstream flow disturbance sources do not influence the performance of the meter.
4.3.2. Network conditions

Network conditions must not exceed specified values:
Minimum Nominal Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum Maximum
permanent permanent accidental permanent accidental* permanent accidental*
Connections flow flow flow pressure pressure temperature temperature
3 3 3
Qmin (m /h) Qp (m /h) Qmax (m /h) PN (bar) PT (bar) max (°C)** acc (°C)**
Thread/Flanges 0.006 0.6 1.2 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.015 1.5 3.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.025 2.5 5.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.035 3.5 7.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.060 6.0 12.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.100 10.0 20.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
Thread/Flanges 0.150 15.0 30.0 16 / 25 32 / 50 130 150
* Accidental means less than 1 hour/day and 200 hours/year
** Please refer to the approval markings in your product
4.4. Wire Connection

Cable technology 2-wire
Cable diameter 3.5 mm2 ... 6 mm2
Option Wire diameter 3.5 mm2.. 5 mm2


4.5. Power Supply
Two types of power supply are available, battery or mains.
In case of installing mains power board please make sure that main power is off (use circuit breaker or
power switch) before opening the meter cover.
Pass the power supply cable through the 3rd right-hand side gasket.
In both cases plug in the power connector and then insert the power board in the slot location.
In case of mains power board please screw in the cable grip plate, connect the cable to the circuit
breaker or power switch and close the meter cover before switching voltage on.
Main voltage 230 V ± 15%

• Frequency 50 Hz ± 2%
• Maximum power 1 VA
• Cable type 2 wire (no earth wire)
• Cable diameter 4,5 mm ... 7,0 mm
• Wire size 0,5 ... 2,5 mm2
Water meters designed to operate from an AC main power supply should be wired in accordance with wiring regulations
applicable. The AC mains power supply should be secured against accidental interruptions.
The connection with the power supply network requires the use of both a circuit breaker or a power switch and an over-
current limiting device cutting out current above 1A (both functions may be combined in a single unit).
The circuit breaker or the power switch shall be conform with IEC 364 (be located at the direct reach of the
equipment; be identified in the installation as the breaker of the equipment; disconnect both wires of the cable;
show without ambiguity the ON and OFF positions).
Make sure that main power is off (use circuit breaker or power switch) before opening the meter cover.
• Pass the power supply cable through the 3rd right-hand side gasket.
• Plug the main power supply module connector.( connect wires between terminals 27 & 28 (no polarity).
• Install the main power supply module in its location.

• Screw in the cable grip plate.
• Connect the cable to the circuit breaker or power switch.
• Close the meter cover before switching voltage on.
ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II II meter as

reference for battery life time estimation
2AA battery – medium life-time power supply

1xC battery – long life-time power supply
Main power board
Caution: Always use the battery specifically designed

for ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II . Do not recharge,
disassemble, water above 100°C, incinerate, or expose
contents to water. Dispose in a special bin.
Note 1: if you remove the battery for a time exceeding 1 minute, it may be necessary to reset the clock


Note 2 : The main power supply includes a back-up battery keeping the internal clock running in case of power shortages. Do not
recharge, disassemble, water above 100°C, incinerate or expose contents to water. Dispose in a special bin. If you remove the main
power supply or exceed the back-up battery lifetime it may be necessary to reprogram the internal clock .
4.6. Alarms
The ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II Iwill automatically display the „Service man“ (visible when LCD is ON) as soon
as an alarm is detected
Alarm display # 1 = flow alarms 1 = Backflow detected in the pipe

If one of the above figures is displayed, the 2 = Air in the pipe / broken transducers
corresponding alarm has been detected: 3* = Overflow detected in the pipe
4 = Ultrasonic management out of order (meter needs to be changed)
5 = No flow since > 24 h
6 = Manipulation at flow sensor
7 = Error on option board
Warning* = Dirty transducers

Service Man + Warning = Very dirty transducers
* this alarm is only a warning and doesn’t stop the energy measurement
4.7. Display
The meter display is divided into 3 loops. To scroll down menus from
each loop press the push button once.
To move from one loop to the next one, keep the push button
pressed for 2 or 3 seconds.
The loops are identified by an icon on the display

The LCD test screen allows the verification of all LCD segments


5. ECHODIS/ CF Echo/ CF Echo II / Water Meter family images
5.1. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II
5.2. Option Boards


6. Revision Sheet
Date Author Revision Description
01_OCT_05 PC -- Creation
16_MAY_06 EN AA Enhancement of data
06_JUN_06 PC/ EN AB Enhancement of data, Installation Instructions


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1.1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: ......................................................................................................................................................4

2. HARDWARE DESCRIPTION: ..............................................................................................................................5

2.1. THE INTEGRATOR :.................................................................................................................................................................5

3. FEATURES/DISPLAY/SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION: .................................................................19

3.1. HUMAN MACHINE INTERFACE ...........................................................................................................................................19

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4. INSTALLATION AND OPERATION .................................................................................................................29

4.1. CAUTION ....................................................................................................................................................................................29

5. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II / WATER METER FAMILY IMAGES .............................................36

5.1. ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II ...........................................................................................................................36

6. REVISION SHEET ............................................................................................................................................37

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1.1. Product Description:

- The rest of the world: ECHODIS

ECHODIS/ CF ECHO/ CF ECHO II is divided into the following main sub-assemblies :

It is a meter that can be powered by a battery or by mains.

1.2. Operation principle :

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2.1. The Integrator :

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An anti-tamper label with metrology information

A Push Button (PB) to go to the next display or change data Serial nb

An optical interface to communicate via an external computing device

A place for customisation with any extra labels

A window to view serial number or approval stamps

The cover and base together are IP64

Area 1 holds the electronic metrology element

a) is the Liquid Crystal Display for scroll of data

b) option boards connector

c) connector for plugging the power supply

d) screw in connectors for temperature sensors

e) test and calibration connector for factory or

f) screw in connectors for the flow sensor signal

g) optical two-way data port

i) scrolling display push button

j) service push button

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1) option board wires Ø4.25 ±0.75 mm2

2) mains cable Ø6±1 mm2

3) option board wires Ø4.25 ±0.75 mm2

4) big option board wires Ø6±1 mm2

5) flow sensor cable Ø3.75 ±0.75 mm2

MBus parameters setting

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Installing New Option Board

Forcing data Saving

2.1.2.2.Option Board Connector Description

2.1.3. Technical Data Integrator

The calculators have the following metrology characteristics

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Description of each case:

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2.2. The Flow Sensor: