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Table of Contents
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................. 6
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 UNIT SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................ 7
CHAPTER 2 THEORY OF OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 8
2.1 PHASES AND CONTROL MODES ............................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 AUTO-CYCLE WINDOWS ................................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.4 INITIAL KICK OFF ................................................................................................................................................ 12
CHAPTER 3 TABLES & DIAGRAMS ........................................................................................................... 13
3.1 CIRCUIT BOARD COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM ........................................................................................... 13
3.2 MODULE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION DIAGRAM.................................................................................................... 14
3.3 SERIAL PORT PIN OUTS ....................................................................................................................................... 15
3.4 LATCH VALVE MECHANICAL INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 16
3.5 ACIC SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION AND MOTOR VALVE MOUNTING ............................................................................ 17
CHAPTER 4 KEYPAD/DISPLAY TERMINAL MENU...................................................................................... 18
4.1 MENU STRUCTURE ............................................................................................................................................. 18
4.2 SCROLLING ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
4.3 DISPLAY CONTRAST CONTROL ............................................................................................................................... 19
4.4 CHANGING TIME SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................. 19
4.5 CHANGING OVERRIDE, CALIBRATION, AND PRESSURE SETTINGS .................................................................................. 20
4.6 HOTKEYS .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
4.7 ACIC OPERATING PARAMETERS ............................................................................................................................ 21
4.7.1 F1 Set Times ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
4.7.2 F2 - Data History .................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.7.3 F3 System Information ........................................................................................................................................................................ 29
4.7.4 F4 Setup .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
4.7.5 F5 Overrides ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
CHAPTER 5 ICCONNECT CONFIGURATION SOFTWARE ............................................................................. 38
5.1 INSTALLING ICCONNECT ...................................................................................................................................... 38
5.2 ESTABLISHING A CONNECTION .............................................................................................................................. 38
5.2.1 Installing the ACiC USB Driver ................................................................................................................................................................ 38
5.3 ICCONNECT BASICS ............................................................................................................................................ 39
5.3.1 Windows Standard Commands .............................................................................................................................................................. 39
5.3.2 Save and Refresh.................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
5.3.3 Help........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 39
5.3.4 Import and Export Configuration ........................................................................................................................................................... 40
5.3.5 Sync Clock .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
5.3.6 Erasing Data .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
5.3.7 Manually Starting Cycles ........................................................................................................................................................................ 40
5.3.8 Updating the Firmware .......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
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Document Overview
Chapter 1 Introduction: Provides an overview of the ACiC hardware features and applications sets.
Chapter 2 Theory of Operation: A functional description of the Auto-Cycle control algorithm that
governs the actions of the controller.
Chapter 3 Tables & Diagrams: Includes diagrams of the ACiC, identification of the individual
components, visual depictions of mechanical installation, and tables for creating
interface cables.
Chapter 4 Keypad/Display Terminal Menu: Provides descriptions of the individual KDT menu items
found on the ACiC and instructions on navigating the menu system.
Chapter 5 iCConnect Configuration Software: Provides an overview of the iCConnect utility and its
use with the ACiC.
Chapter 6 Short Message Service Operation: Provides information on the on the use of the SMS
features of the ACiC.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
The ACiC is a low power, task specific microprocessor controller designed for operations related to plunger
lift control, third party device communications, and general field automation. The ACiC controller continuously
monitors and optimizes the well-production process. ACiC onboard software includes Ferguson Beauregards
unique Auto-Cycle electronic well site controller and plunger-lift control algorithm. The controller records the
analytical reservoir information so production problems can be diagnosed with greater accuracy and efficiency.
The ACiC provides physical connections for analog pressure sensors such as casing and tubing, as well as a
variety of discrete (status) sensors. It can be equipped with virtually any point-to-point radio or cellular/wireless
modem to link with a host computer or back office. Pneumatic signals to control the well's tubing and auxiliary
control valves are supplied from a remote single or dual latching valve assembly.
The ACiC controller and the Auto-Cycle control algorithm provide proven production optimization. With
automatic self-adjustment of time and pressure settings for well production cycle control, optimum plunger
velocity and well performance are achieved. This system offers a unique approach to well production
management, measurement and optimization. With an ACiC on duty, the well operator has remote control of
motor valves, and can even monitor tanks and pits for high level alarms. It's like having an operator on site 24
hours a day.
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Keypad/Display Terminal (KDT) Hotkeys improve maneuvering from Data Groups and Data Entry. Other
exciting enhancements have been added to give the Customer quick access to well and system performance.
The ACiC operates from the basic fundamental of Plunger Speed Supervision. This means that each and
every cycle is monitored, recorded and reacted to immediately based on the plunger arrival time. Knowing the
depth of the well, you can determine the speed, dividing the depth by the arrival time.
A series of windows are created by the operator based on several considerations such as:
The plunger must arrive at the surface and remove any liquids from the well
bore every cycle to have an efficient system.
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Tubing On: The phase of the cycle in which the tubing (or sales) valve is
opened and the plunger begins moving toward the surface.
Afterflow: The phase of the cycle in which the tubing valve remains open Tubing
Afterflow
after the plunger has arrived and offloaded its fluid. On
Tubing Off: The phase of the cycle in which the tubing valve is closed to
allow the plunger to return to the bottom of the well.
Tubing Off
The ACiC offers you 3 mode selections for well operations:
To operate with a single motor valve on the flow line, select the Plunger
Figure 2.1: Depiction of Auto-Cycle Phases
mode.
To operate with dual motor valves, perhaps one on the flow line and one redirecting flow to the stock tank, select Tank
mode.
Both Plunger and Tank modes allow you to make time adjustments to the Off
Time and Afterflow.
To operate with a single motor valve on the flow line and not make any automatic adjustments to the operation select
Timer mode.
Timer mode has a reduced number of operating parameters (Tubing On, Tubing
Off and High-Line Delay) and is available strictly for simplicity of intermittent
operation.
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The Afterflow Deduction for Slow and No Arrivals are the same setting.
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2.3 Adjustments
Adjustment time is suggested to be conservative to make small changes between cycles. The significance to
this patient approach is the key to lining out the well with little difficulties. Making large changes to time
adjustments will upset the System (The System is considered to be from the formation to the point of gas sales).
If for example, a 5-minute reduction of Off Time and a 2 minute increase to Afterflow Time is made for a fast
arrival, the Off Time value would have been reduced from 4:15 to 4:10 and Afterflow Time increase from 20 to
22 minutes. This slight change would probably not be observed on a pressure gauge if you were at the well
location.
However, in a 24-hour period, and if the well continues to cycle fast, the Off Time is adjusted to 3:45 over
the next 5 cycles, and the Afterflow Time is adjusted to 32 minutes, which may make a noticeable difference in
production rates and operating pressures.
Figure 2.4 shows some real numbers to these changes. These numbers are for example only. You may select
any set of numbers you choose.
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A much higher Off Time and shorter Afterflow Time than you feel the well requires is suggested to allow for
this excess fluid to be produced. The Controller will continue to make adjustments from the initial settings until
an acceptable plunger speed is achieved. The Controller and the settings you have provided will compensate for
any changes in the System.
Initial settings in the Controller permit special control for each window.
These special controls are called counters. Each window has an initial and current setting which is updated
every cycle. The default counter settings are listed Table 2.1.
The Slow and No Arrival counters monitor for consecutive arrivals in these windows. If 3 consecutive runs
are in the Slow Window the controller will shut the well in. Likewise, if 3 consecutive runs are No Arrivals the
ACiC will shut the well in.
These must be consecutive runs. If the plunger arrives in the slow window, the
adjustments will be made to the Off Time and Afterflow Time, and if the next
plunger arrival is in the Good Window, the Current Slow counter is reset to the
Initial Slow setting. The Initial values will not change unless you modify them.
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Interface
Modem
Cellular
Cellular Modem J13
Enable J9/D J9/C
J2
J9/A J9/B
RS-232 Serial
Interface
J8 J5
Sensor Personality Module
Expansion Interface
J3
J10 3.3V TTL Serial
Interface
Micro-SD Slot
J1
USB Local Interface SW1
ON
Power Reset
6 Volt/12 Volt
Selector
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Signal
Signal
Signal
Signal
Open
Open
Close
Close
Earth
Latch Valve
Latch Valve
Solar Panel
Analog 1
Analog 2
Analog 3
External
Internal
Battery
MSO
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Cellular Modem
Activity LED
RS-232 Serial
Interface
Micro-SD Slot
Positive
Positive
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Ground
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Power
Signal
Signal
Signal
Signal
Open
Open
Close
Close
Earth
Latch Valve
Solar Panel
Latch Valve
Analog 3
Analog 1
Analog 2
External
Internal
Battery
MSO
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10 20
5 25
0 30
Constant
Pressure Input Extend Vent Line 10ft
(3m) for Class 1
Latched Division 2 Installations
Pressure
Output
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After 5 minutes of inactivity the ACiC will return to the scroll list or blank screen
to preserve battery life. Always press the MENU/ESC key to wake up the display.
F3 System Information
The F3 key is a function key that opens the system information section of the menu. This key will enable you
to view and/or change control options, passwords and controller diagnostics. Pressing the F3 key will display the
first 4 lines of controller system information.
F4 Controller Setup
The F4 key is a function key that opens the controller setup section of the menu. This key will enable you to
view and/or change the Scroll List, the FCU Configuration, and the display units between English and Metric.
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F5 Pressure Overrides
The F5 key is a function key that opens the pressure overrides section of the menu. This key will enable you
to view and/or change pressure overrides, override adjustments, and safety shut down values.
F6 Exit
The F6 key is a function key which will immediately return the controller to either the scroll list or blank
screen, depending on its configuration, from any part of the menu structure.
4.2 Scrolling
Once you have pressed one of the function keys, you can move up or down through the settings and screens
by pressing the up and down arrow keys. The up and down arrow keys are located in the lower right hand corner
of the keypad. While on the scroll list, the down arrow keys will advance the list immediately rather than
waiting on its pre-defined delay.
Change the setting to the value that is appropriate and press the ENTER key. If you make a mistake or want
to keep the same number that was previously shown, press the ESC key. Either way, the cursor will always
return to the left side of the display with the cursor flashing. This allows you to keep track of the line you just
edited.
To change settings Press ENTER (change the value) then press ENTER again. To
undo changes after entering the number field Press ESC.
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4.6 Hotkeys
Understanding how the menu works is great; however, once you are comfortable with this procedure, it
becomes time consuming to hop around the menu just to check a single setting or option. There is another way
to hop from one section of the menu to another; this is done by using Hotkeys. Notice on the door instructions
most lines have a blue number on the left side. This number is the Hotkey number. From most areas in the
menu structure you can press the 1 or 2 digit number and press ENTER. The display will change to show the item
you have selected. The cursor will be flashing on the left side of the item. You can hop around the MENU very
quickly and efficiently to check data, system status or history.
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02 SLOW TIME: This time setting creates the Slow Window. From the Slow Time value to the end of
the On Time value is the Slow Window. A plunger arrival time greater than the Slow Time
would be in the Slow Window. A good place to start in establishing a Slow Time is by dividing
the depth of the tubing by 600. This value sets the upper limit of the Good Window.
03 TBG ON: This is the maximum amount of time you want the well to stay on waiting for the
plunger to arrive at the surface. A good place to start in establishing an On Time is by dividing
the depth of the tubing by 400. This value sets the upper limit of the Slow Window.
04 TBG OFF: This is the total amount of time you want the well to stay off or shut in. The Controller
can change the Off Time as cycles progress. The Controller will not accept Off Time lower than
the Minimum Off Time or higher than the Maximum Off Time.
05 MIN OFF: This is the lowest value the Off Time can be reduced. This feature is to ensure the
plunger has enough time to reach the bottom of the tubing before another cycle begins. A
good place to start in establishing a Minimum Off Time is by dividing the depth of the tubing by
200.
26 MAX OFF: This is the highest value the Off Time can be increased due to plunger adjustments.
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06 AFTFLW: This is the time the well will be allowed to flow after the plunger has surfaced. If you
start by shutting in on plunger arrival, the afterflow may initially be set at 0. If you desire to
afterflow immediately, set the time you desire, and the well will afterflow on the first cycle
(after the initial counts have been satisfied). In either case, the Afterflow Time can change as
cycles progress. The Controller will not accept Off Time lower than the Minimum Afterflow
Time or higher than the Maximum Afterflow Time.
07 MIN AFLW: This is the lowest value the Afterflow Time can be reduced. This feature allows you to
produce a minimum amount of time for pressure draw down, and to reduce the probability of a
subsequent dry plunger run.
08 MAX AFLW: This is the highest value the Afterflow Time can be increased. This feature allows you
to set a maximum limit of time for pressure draw down, and can aid in gas measurement and
fluid entry problems.
09 OFF FST (-): Off Time Decrease for a fast plunger arrival. When a value is entered here, time is
reduced from the Off Time every fast cycle (Fast Window arrival) or until the Minimum Off
Time is achieved. A low value is recommended to allow the Controller to make small changes.
Typical values may be 1 to 5 minutes.
10 A/F FST (+): Afterflow Time Increase for a fast plunger arrival. Afterflow Time is increased every
fast cycle (Fast Window arrival) or until the Maximum Afterflow is achieved. A low value is
recommended to allow the Controller to make small changes. Typical values may be 1 to 5
minutes.
11 OFF SLW (+): Off Time Increase for slow plunger arrival. Off Time is increased every slow cycle
(Slow Window arrival) or until the Maximum Off Time is achieved. A medium time value is
recommended (15 to 30 minutes) to ensure the well enough time to respond and return to the
proper plunger travel speed.
12 A/F SLW (-): Afterflow Time Decrease for slow and no plunger arrival. Afterflow Time is
decreased every slow cycle (Slow Window Arrival) or No Arrival or until the Minimum Afterflow
Time is reached. A medium time value is recommended (5 to 15 minutes) to ensure the well
enough time to respond and return to the proper plunger travel speed.
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13 OFF N/A (+): Off Time Increase for a No Arrival. Off Time is increased for every No Arrival until
the Maximum Off Time is achieved. A higher time value is recommended (30 to 60 minutes) to
ensure the well has enough time to respond and return to the proper plunger travel speed.
15 INITIAL FAST: This counter is the initial setting for the Fast Window. It determines how many Fast
Arrivals the well must make before allowing Afterflow to commence. The value will not change
unless you modify the default setting.
16 CURRENT FAST: This counter is the Current or Present count of plunger arrivals in the Fast
Window. The Current Fast Counter is reduced each time the plunger arrives in the Fast
Window. Once this counter reaches 0 the well is allowed to Afterflow. It will reset to the initial
value for a No Arrival or the plunger arriving in the Slow Window.
17 INITIAL GOOD: This counter is the initial setting for the Good Window. It determines how many
Good Arrivals the well must make before allowing Afterflow to commence. The value will not
change unless you modify the default setting.
18 CURRENT GOOD: This counter is the Current or Present count of plunger arrivals in the Good
Window. The Current Good Counter is reduced each time the plunger arrives in the Good
Window. Once this counter reaches 0 the well is allowed to Afterflow. It will reset to the initial
value for a No Arrival or the plunger arriving in the Slow Window.
19 INITIAL SLOW: This counter is the initial setting for the Slow Window. It determines how many
consecutive Slow Arrivals the well can make before shut-in occurs. The value will not change
unless you modify the default setting.
20 CURRENT SLOW: This counter is the Current or Present count of plunger arrivals in the Slow
Window. The Current Slow Counter reduces each time the plunger arrives in the Slow Window.
Once the present counter reaches 0 the well will shut-in. Any Fast or Good Arrival will
automatically reset this counter to the Initial Slow value.
21 INITIAL N/A: This counter is the initial setting for the No Arrival Window. It determines how
many consecutive No Arrivals the well can make before shut-in occurs. The value will not
change unless you modify the default setting.
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22 CURRENT N/A: This counter is the Current or Present count of No Arrivals. The Current N/A
Counter reduces each time the plunger does not arrive during the On Time. Once the present
counter reaches 0 the well will be shut-in. Any Fast or Good Arrival will automatically reset this
counter to the Initial No Arrival value.
23 SYNC MODE: This is a special mode used when synchronized timing is required to reduce
interference with other wells in the same gathering system. Sync Mode enables constant cycles
to be programmed, even with Auto-Cycle adjustments. To enable Sync Mode, select YES from
the display. This will allow the Flow Time to be entered on the next line (#24).
24 FLOW TIME: This is the total time that the sales valve can be on or open. It is generally equal to
the On Time + Afterflow Time, but when used with the Auto-Cycle program, you can increase
this time to allow for additional Afterflow. The Sync Mode must be set to YES for this function
to be available. The following is an example of time settings when using Sync Mode and Flow
Time.
On Time: 30 minutes
Afterflow Time: 15 minutes
Flow Time: 1 hour (set by the operator for additional Afterflow)
Off Time: 1 hour
The total cycle time is Off Time + Flow Time = 2 hours. When the Controller begins operating,
Afterflow Time is allowed to increase from the initial setting for fast arrivals up to the point
that the sales valve is open for 1 hour (max. Flow Time). This can be variable due to the plunger
arrival time.
25 PLUNGER CATCH MODE: This is a special mode used with a plunger catcher. When this mode is
enabled and the plunger arrives, the RTU closes the valves and enters the Plunger Catch mode.
This mode can be cleared by turning this mode off.
119 SHARED FLOW MODE: This is a special mode used to synchronize production for multiple wells
into one production facility, one well at a time. When this mode is on, the HI DP DELAY and HI
DP WAIT >= menu options are enabled.
120 HI DP DELAY: When Shared Flow Mode is enabled and the Differential Pressure is less than HI DP
WAIT >=, this is the time the RTU will wait before opening the sales valve.
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ENABLE EARLY ARR: This enables a special arrival window that occurs prior to the Fast Arrival
Window. When an Early Arrival occurs, both Current Early and Current Fast counters are
reduced and Fast Adjustments are made.
27 EARLY TIME: This time setting creates the Early Window. From the start of the On Time to the
Early Time value is the Early Window. A plunger arrival time less than the Early Time would be
in the Early Window.
28 INITIAL EARLY: This counter is the initial setting for the Early Window. It determines how many
consecutive Early Arrivals the well can make before shut-in occurs. The value will not change
unless you modify the default setting.
29 CURRENT EARLY: This counter is the Current or Present count of plunger arrivals in the Early
Window. The Current Early Counter is reduced each time the plunger arrives in the Early
Window. Once the present counter reaches 0 the well will be shut-in. Any Fast or Good Arrival
will automatically reset this counter to the Initial No Arrival value.
30 TANK DELAY: This is the delay time before the second motor valve is allowed to open. Tank Delay
Time always starts timing at the beginning of the Tubing On Time. It is generally used to sell
higher-pressure gas down the gas sales line before having to open to a lower pressure in order
to surface the plunger. If the plunger arrives before the delay time expires the Tank On Time is
bypassed. This option is only available if the Tank Control Mode is selected.
31 TANK ON: This is the total time the tank valve will be open (provided that the plunger has not
arrived). The Tank On Time starts at the end of the Tank Delay Time. If the tank valve opens
and the plunger arrives during the Tank On Time, the tank valve will close and the Tubing valve
will either start the Afterflow cycle or shut-in (depending on the program status). This option is
only available if the Tank Control Mode is selected.
102 RECVRY OFFT: This is a special Off Time used during LL3 recovery mode. The Recovery Off Time
will run instead of the Off Time after the initial counts have been satisfied.
121 INIT RECVRY CNT: This counter is the initial setting for the LL3 Recovery Mode. It determines how
many consecutive no arrivals the well can make before using the Recovery Off Time. The value
will not change unless you modify the default setting.
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122 CURR RECVRY CNT: This counter is the Current or Present count of consecutive no arrivals for the
LL3 Recovery Mode. It determines how many more consecutive No Arrivals the well can make
before using the Recovery Off Time. This value is loaded with the Initial Recovery Count for any
plunger arrival or when Recovery Off Time is used.
123 RESET TO MIN AF: This option of the LL3 Recovery Mode allows changing the afterflow time to
the minimum afterflow when the Recovery Off Time is used.
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51 PLUNGER CTS: Plunger Counts are the total number of plunger arrivals since the totals were last
cleared.
52 ARRIVAL HISTORY: Arrival History is the total number of plunger arrivals or no arrivals since the
Controller was last cleared. This line requires you to press the ENTER key to retrieve the next 4
line screen. This breakdown will show the number of arrivals in each of the 4 windows.
53 PLUNGER RUN TIMES: Plunger Run Times are the actual run times (last 9) and the average of
these 9 run times. This line requires you to press the ENTER key to retrieve the first 4 lines, and
then use the down arrow to review the rest of the individual times. These values are retained
when you clear the totals.
54 TTL TBG ON: Total Tubing On Time is the cumulative On Time including Afterflow Time that the
Tubing Valve has been open since the totals were last cleared.
55 TTL TBG OFF: Total Tubing Off Time is the cumulative time that the Tubing Valve has been closed
since the totals were last cleared.
56 CLEAR TOTALS: Clears Totals does exactly what it says. You must move the cursor to highlight YES
and press the ENTER key if you want to clear totals. Press ESC or highlight NO and press the
ENTER key if you decide not to clear totals.
57 TANK CYCLES: Total Tank Cycles are the total number of tank cycles since the totals were last
cleared. This keeps track of how many times the tank valve opened. You can refer to the Tubing
Cycles for comparison. This option is only applicable if operating in Tank Mode.
58 TTL TANK ON: Total Tank On time is the cumulative time that the Tank Valve has been open since
the totals were last cleared. This option is only applicable if operating in Tank Mode.
GAUGE READINGS: Gauge Readings is a grouping of the analog transducers that will allow you to
view and/or calibrate the transducer. The name of the gauges and their associated Hotkeys are
listed below:
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To calibrate a specific transducer, move the cursor to the gauge reading you want to calibrate
and press the ENTER key to display the first 4 lines of calibration information. To calibrate the
high pressure of a transducer, apply the highest amount of pressure to the end device (for
example if calibrating a 250 Differential Pressure transducer, apply 250 inches) highlight READ
SAMPLE and press the ENTER key several times. Highlight CALIBRATED MV and press the
ENTER key to access the data field then enter the highest value from read sample. Press the
ENTER key to accept the new value. Highlight ENG. SCALE and press the ENTER key to access
the data field then enter the value for the engineering scaling. Press the ENTER key to accept
the new value.
Press the down arrow key to display the last 4 lines of calibration information. To calibrate the
low pressure of a transducer, open and bleed off all pressure to the end device, repeat the
steps as indicated for the high pressure.
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61 SYSTEM STATUS: System Status allows you to check the battery voltage, solar regulator input,
and any external contacts.
62 CONTROL OPTIONS: Control Options is a grouping of control features that allow you to
customize the Controller for your production needs. Once the option is highlighted, press the
ENTER key to gain access to change the data field. Use the left or right arrow keys to toggle
from one to another. Press the ENTER key to accept the appropriate setting. The control
options are listed below:
CONTROL MODE: Used to change between PLNG (Plunger), TANK, TIMER or LL TANK
modes.
SUSPEND MODE: Suspend mode is a special configuration that instructs the controller to
stop after each cycle and enter a suspended timer before the On phase until such time
that a modbus host instructs the controller to start a new cycle.
AFTERFLOW SLOW: Afterflow for Slow Arrival is an option that you can select. This allows
the well to afterflow when the plunger has arrived in the slow window (normally, on a
slow arrival the afterflow phase is bypassed). Some applications will not need to
afterflow when the plunger arrives in the slow window. However, wells with long
afterflow times may need this feature to keep the subsequent cycle from running dry.
PLNG ARRIVAL ADJ: Plunger Arrival Adjustments can be turned off or on with one press of
the key. If for some reason you need to discontinue making adjustments, you may use
this feature instead of changing all the individual values in the F1 menu.
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This is accomplished using a ramp from the Fast Time to 50% of the Fast Window and a
ramp from the Slow Time to 50% of the Slow Window. The minimum adjustment in
either window is 25% of the adjustment setting. This is graphically shown in Figure 4.3.
AUTO RESTART: This option allows the RTU to restart in the automatic mode after a power
failure if the mode was automatic before the power failure.
CP OFF AF ONLY: This option directs the RTU to honor Casing Pressure Off Overrides only
during Afterflow if on (YES).
TP OFF AF ONLY: This option directs the RTU to honor Tubing Pressure Off Overrides only
during Afterflow if on (YES).
DP OFF AF ONLY: This option directs the RTU to honor Differential Pressure Off Overrides
only during Afterflow if on (YES).
HL OFF AF ONLY: This option directs the RTU to honor High-Line Pressure Off Overrides
only during Afterflow if on (YES).
LO BATT CLS TB: This option directs the RTU to close the tubing valve when it detects a low
battery before shutting down. Enabling this option will disable LO BATT OPN TBG.
LO BATT OPN TBG: This option directs the RTU to open the tubing valve when it detects a
low battery before shutting down. Enabling this option will disable LO BATT CLS TBG.
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LO BATT CLS TANK: This option directs the RTU to close the tank valve when it detects a
low battery before shutting down. This item is only applicable in Tank Control Mode.
Enabling this option will disable LO BATT OPN TANK.
LO BATT OPN TANK: This option directs the RTU to open the tank valve when it detects a
low battery before shutting down. This item is only applicable in Tank Control Mode.
Enabling this option will disable LO BATT CLS TANK.
63 SET PASSWORD: The password is a 4-digit number that can be set for data protection. Setting the
password will prevent the ability to modify settings in the controller until the correct password
is entered. Once a password is entered, it will remain in effect until the controller returns to
the scroll list, either automatically or by pressing F6.
MODEM STATUS: Modem status will display the integrated Modem Type, Mobile Data Number
(MDN), Modem Status, and Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI). This does not apply to
modems connected to the serial ports.
SD CARD: The SD Card option allows the user to save and load controller information to a Micro
Secure Digital memory card for later use.
SAVE TREND/EVENT DATA: These options allow the user to save the controllers events
and trend data for viewing using iCConnect. This option is pending future support.
SAVE/LOAD FIRMWARE: These options allow the user to update the ACiCs operating
system using the SD card. This option is pending future support.
ANALOG CHANNELS: This option allows the user to view the source of pressure and tank level
values (Analog, FCU, or Disabled), as well as the settings for using the physical analog inputs
as a digital alarm indicators. These settings can only be modified using the iCConnect utility.
MODBUS SLAVE ID: This option sets the slave address of the ACiC when using the RS-232 or TTL
port for Modbus communications to a host device or software.
MODBUS ASCII: This option instructs the ACiC to use the Modbus ASCII protocol when set to YES.
Set to NO for Modbus RTU.
SYSTEM RESET: System Reset will return the controller to the default settings.
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TEST LCD: Selecting this option will illuminate all the pixels on the display for troubleshooting.
Press MENU/ESC to exit.
TEST KDT: Selecting this option will enable a keypad test mode that prints any pressed key
(except MENU/ESC) to the display. Press MENU/ESC to exit.
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4.7.4 F4 Setup
SCROLL LIST SETUP: Scroll List Setup allows you to configure the scroll list with 16 menu items
that have Hotkeys. Highlight Scroll List Setup then press the ENTER key to display the first 4
lines for setting up the scroll list. Press the ENTER key to access the data field then enter the
Hotkey number of the menu item to be displayed. Press the ENTER key again to accept the
value.
SCROLL LIST: Scroll List is disables or enables the scroll list without removing the existing hotkeys.
If the SCROLL LIST has been turned ON but the SCROLL LIST SETUP has not been
configured with at least one HOT KEY menu item, the display will be blank.
The following options are only applicable if connecting to a third party flow computer for gas measurement.
SETUP FCU: Setup FCU is a specific application that allows connections to a TotalFlow FCU.
FCU ADDRESS: FCU Address is the modbus slave address that has been assigned to the FCU.
MB STATUS: MB Status is used for diagnosing problems when connecting an FCU. The different
status indications are listed below:
SEND FCU SETUP: Send FCU Setup is the command to activate communication and data retrieval
from the FCU. Highlight SEND FCU then press the ENTER key. There will be no visual
confirmation. Check MB STATUS for an indication of communication success or failure.
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4.7.5 F5 Overrides
70 OPN IF CP >=: Open the Tubing Valve if the Casing Pressure is equal-to or greater-than the PSIG
setting and the Minimum Off Time has expired.
71 OPN IF TP >=: Open the Tubing Valve if the Tubing Pressure is equal-to or greater-than the PSIG
setting. And the Minimum Off Time has expired.
100 OPN IF TP-LP >: Open the Tubing Valve if the Tubing Pressure Line Pressure is greater than the
PSIG setting and the Minimum Off Time has expired.
OPN IF TP-RMLP >: Open the Tubing Valve if the Tubing Pressure Remote Line Pressure is
greater than the PSIG setting and the Minimum Off Time has expired.
101 OPN IF FSLUG >=: Open the Tubing Valve if the Fluid Slug setting is equal-to or greater-than the
PSIG setting and the Minimum Off Time has expired.
72 CLS IF CP <=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Casing Pressure is less-than or equal-to the PSIG
setting.
73 CLS IF TP <=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Tubing Pressure is less-than or equal-to the PSIG
setting.
74 CLS IF DP <=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Differential Pressure is less-than or equal-to the PSIG
setting.
75 LOW DP DLY: LOW DP DELAY is a delay feature for use with Differential Pressure override. This
delay time allows Differential Pressure, measured over an orifice fitting; to remain below your
set point #74 for this amount of time before shutting the well in. This allows for the low DP
usually seen just prior to plunger arrival. If the DP remains below your set point for the
duration of the DP Delay the well will shut in and start the Off Time. The operator must have a
value entered in item #74 for this to be in effect.
76 CLS IF LP >=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Line Pressure is greater-than or equal-to the PSIG
setting.
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77 H-L DELAY: High Line Delay Time is a delay feature for use with a line pressure analog transducer.
This delay time allows the normal cycle to make and break contact with this switch during the
early part of the ON CYCLE and continue to operate. If the line pressure remains high and the
contact is not broken before the delay times out, the well will shut in. This will automatically
start the OFF TIME.
78 OPN FST CP (-): Open if CP >= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
79 OPN SLW CP (+): Open if CP >= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
81 OPN FST TP (-): Open if TP >= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
82 OPN SLW TP (+): Open if TP >= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
84 CLS FST CP (-): Close if CP <= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
85 CLS SLW CP (+): Close if CP <= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
86 CLS N/A CP (+): Close if CP <= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
87 CLS FST TP (-): Close if TP <= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
88 CLS SLW TP (+): Close if TP <= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
90 CLS FST DP (-): Close if DP <= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
91 CLS SLW DP (+): Close if DP <= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
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93 MAX CP SHUT IN: Maximum Casing Pressure is the high limit, that when reached, will put
controller into Manual Mode and close the valve.
94 MIN TP SHUT IN: Minimum Tubing Pressure is the low limit, that when reached, will put
controller into Manual Mode and close the valve.
95 MAX TP SHUT IN: Maximum Tubing Pressure is the high limit, that when reached, will put
controller into Manual Mode and close the valve.
HI DP WAIT >=: This set point is used with the LL3 Recovery option. If DP is greater than or equal
to this set point, the RTU assumes another well is producing into the production facility and will
not open the sales valve. Once DP is less than this set point, it must remain below the set point
for HI DP DELAY time before the RTU will open the sales valve.
CLS RM DP <=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Remote Differential Pressure is less-than or equal-to
the PSIG setting.
CLS RM LP >=: Close the Tubing Valve if the Remote Line Pressure is greater-than or equal-to the
PSIG setting.
CLS IF CP-TP <: Close the Tubing Valve if the Casing Pressure Tubing Pressure is greater than the
PSIG setting and the Minimum On Time has expired.
OP FS TP-LP (-): Open if TP-LP > decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
OP SL TP-LP (+): Open if TP-LP > increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
OP FS FSLG (+): Open if FSLUG >= increase adjustment for Fast Arrival.
OP SL FSLG (-): Open if FSLUG >= decrease adjustment for Slow Arrival.
OP F RLP (-): Open if Remote CP >= decrease adjustment for Fast Arrival.
OP S RLP (+): Open if Remote CP >= increase adjustment for Slow Arrival.
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RM LPC DLY: The delay before a High Line Pressure error using the remote Line Pressure is
cleared.
RM LP CLR <: The pressure at which a High Line Pressure error will clear and resume normal
operations when using the remote Line Pressure.
LP CLR IF <: The pressure at which a High Line Pressure error will clear and resume normal
operations.
LP CLR DLY: The delay before a High Line Pressure error is cleared.
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Windows Vista/7 users may have additional prompts to confirm the programs
actions, always choose the option to allow or run the installer package. In some
cases, Windows may ask if the application installed properly. Select the option
that confirms the installation was successful.
The ACiC should now appear in the iCConnect Devices list. If iCConnect is open when the connection is
made, the configuration dialog will automatically open. If not, double clicking the device in the list will also open
the dialog.
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Save Icon: Changes made to iCConnect configuration settings are sent to the ACiC when the Save icon
is clicked. The standard Ctrl+S keyboard shortcut may be used as well as choosing the Save option
from the Tools menu.
Refresh Icon: Data and configuration will change as the ACiC adjusts settings and as new data is
collected. To see the most recent ACiC data and configuration, click the Refresh icon. The standard
F5 keyboard shortcut may be used as well as choosing the Refresh option from the Tools menu
5.3.3 Help
Most items on each screen have a brief description of their purpose. This help text is displayed at the
bottom of the window when an item is highlighted. In some cases the Keypad/Display Terminal (KDT) hotkey
and display name will also be shown. To highlight an item, point at it and click the left mouse button.
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Clear Totals: Clears the Arrival History, Plunger Run Times, Plunger Arrival Counts, Total Tubing Cycles, Tubing Off/On
Time, and Tank On Time.
Clear Devices Trend Data: Clears all Trend Data stored in the device. This will not erase trend data stored on an SD
card.
Replace Plunger: Clears the Lifetime plunger arrival.
Reset ACiC to Defaults: Clears all historical data and programmed settings and returns them to the factory defaults.
This will not erase saved configurations on an SD card.
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4. iCConnect will show the loading progress at the bottom of the screen. When the firmware load is completed, the
ACiC will reset, iCConnect will close, restart and reopen the data screen.
5. Confirm the new firmware version by checking Firmware Version on the System tab.
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The Analog Setup section allows the user to choose the input source for each of the pressure, temperature
and tank level inputs. The available options are as follows:
The General section allows the user to configure how frequently the Analog channel is sampled, and how
frequently a trend point is recorded. In addition, the Reference voltage is shown, this is a factory setting that
should not be changed.
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Schedules can be added by clicking the Add button, selecting the timing Time and Frequency, Selecting the
Action, and saving to the controller. Remove a schedule by highlighting it in the list and click the remove button
followed by the save button. For more information on the SMS capabilities of the ACiC, refer to Chapter 6.
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Battery Voltage
Casing Pressure
Differential Pressure
Tank Level
Line Pressure Figure 5.10: Casing Pressure Alarms
Line Temperature
Tubing Pressure
In the General section an alarm delay can be configured to prevent sudden pressure spikes from creating an
alarm. The alarm delay is the amount of time that must be exceeded before the ACiC will enter the alarm state
or shut-in. Alarm on Plunger count initiates an alarm when the plunger count reaches a configurable limit.
Additional Alarms can also be enabled for various true or false conditions.
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Modem Power Off Cycle: The amount of time that the cell modem will be powered off in its on/off cycle. Set to zero to
have the modem always on. This is used to create a cell modem on/off cycle to minimize power consumption at the
ACiC. The cell modem is inaccessible during the off cycle.
Modem Power On Cycle: The amount of time that the cell modem will be powered on in its on/off cycle. This is used to
create a cell modem on/off cycle to minimize power consumption at the ACiC.
Text Message Security Code: Global password to allow access to the text message system of the ACiC. Users that are
not specifically approved through the users list on the Users screen must enter this code in the message to use access
the ACiC with text messaging.
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5.4.9 Users
The Users screen provides the management of users who have the ability to received data and manage the
ACiC via remote access. The user settings can be configured to allow the user to receive data and alarms, view
data, and modify the ACiC configuration.
The screen is divided into two sections. The upper screen lists the existing users and their authorizations,
and provides the means to add or remove a user. The lower screen, User Details, provides the specific
configuration items for a new user.
The Login information settings are currently unsupported. The Text Message information can be used to
control the types of outgoing messages sent and the access rights for each user.
Users can receive schedules and alarms without having permission to make
direct queries or modifications; however The SCHOFF and ALARMOFF commands
will still be executed.
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5.4.10 System
The System screen provides management and status of items specific to the ACiC. Some of the items on the
System screen can also be configured from the KDT. Refer to section Error! Reference source not found. for
ore information on these features.
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5.4.11 Events
The Events tab provides a log of ACiC events. The events are initially displayed with the latest event first. The
events may be sorted as desired, by clicking the header. The event log may contain up to 962 events. The oldest
events will be lost once the log is full and new events occur and the entire log may be cleared using the Clear
Events button on the toolbar.
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SMS messages can be sent to one or more ACiC devices from nearly anywhere in the United States and
Canada and within approximately 15 seconds and a response to this message will be sent back to the user.
Messages can be a simple request for data and/or commands to perform some action. The ACiC can also
originate status or alarm messages per a user specified configuration.
With the SMS system the user does not require a wireless infrastructure or back
office system. There are no internet connections, databases, data viewers,
parsers, or other special hardware required. Any user with a cellular mobile
phone and proper security clearance can contact a remote ACIC to perform
SCADA operations.
6.1 Security
The ACiC provides two methods to ensure only authorized personnel may access data and send commands.
MDN Filtering: The system will limit access via SMS to ACiC controllers by allowing only a pre-specified cellular phone
number also known as a Mobile Directory Number or MDN. Up to ten MDNs can be entered using the iCConnect
software. Each MDN can be setup for one of two levels of service; 1: Data acquisition only or 2: Supervisory Control and
Data Acquisition.
Security Code: A 6 character security code may also be enabled and used with or without MDN Filtering. Users must
enter the security code within an SMS command. When the remote unit receives an incoming message with a valid
security code, the associated MDN is added to a safe senders list. MDNs on the safe senders list expire after a period
of 5 minutes, after which an SMS with a valid security code will be required to renew the MDN as a safe sender. Valid
security codes contain only alphanumeric characters. The default security code is 654321.
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Hotkeys: Hotkeys are numerical representations of a command. All possible commands have hotkeys. Hotkeys will be
identical to the KDT hotkeys listed in section 4.7 where applicable, however not all KDT hotkeys can be used for SMS
and not all SMS hotkeys can be used with the KDT.
Shortcuts: Shortcuts are alphabetical representations of a command. Shortcuts are useful on phones, such as touch
screen phones, where a keyboard is more accessible than the number pad. Not all commands will have shortcuts.
Shortcuts are not case sensitive.
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There are three types of SMS commands that may be sent to the ACiC:
Read-Only Commands: Read-Only commands are used to retrieve data that typically cannot be altered by the user.
This type of information includes data points such as pressures, temperatures, and plunger run times among others.
Retrieving information using a Read-Only command can be done by sending the Shortcut or Hotkey to the controller
with no parameters.
Read-Write Commands: Read-Write commands are used either to retrieve current values or change items in the ACiC.
This type of command is used for changing settings such as control times or pressure overrides or retrieving the current
setting. Retrieving a setting is done by sending the hotkey or shortcut with a preceding ? character. Altering a setting
using Read-Write commands can be done by sending the Shortcut or Hotkey followed by a space character and a
parameter.
Write-Only Commands: Write-Only commands are used to explicitly modify the current behavior of the controller.
These commands affect behavior such as enabling or disabling functionality, or closing valves. Write-Only commands
are used without parameters by sending the Shortcut or Hotkey and will return only a confirmation once action is
taken.
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6.4 Parameters
There are several parameter types to be used with Read-Write commands. The parameter associated with a
Read-Write command will start as the first non-space character on a given line, not including the security code.
Responses to Read-Write commands with required parameter value changes will also contain the well name and
OLD and NEW values.
Time: Time parameters are formatted hoursminutesseconds with no delimiters between each value and no leading
zeroes. For example, 2000 represents 20 minutes 00 seconds while 100000 translates to 10 hours, 00 minutes, 00
seconds. Confirmation messages containing times will use a colon (:).
Integers: The ACIC supports up to 6 digit integers or whole numbers (123456).
Floating Point: The ACIC supports up to 4 digits of precision floating point values (123456.0987)
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Every 15 minutes.
Once per hour
Once every six hours
Once per day
If scheduled deliveries are no longer desired the user can issue the write-only
command SCHOFF command. The write-only command SCHON will resume the
specified schedule message.
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Well Shut In: Sent if the well is shut in due to any pre-specified override condition.
Mode Change: Sent if the operational control mode is changed (example: Plunger to Manual).
Min Pressure: Sent when specified pressure (TP, CP, DP, etc.) reaches the specified minimum.
Max Pressure: Sent when specified pressure (TP, CP, DP, etc) reaches the specified maximum.
Plunger CTS: Sent when specified plunger counts are reached.
Plunger Error: Sent when specified No Arrival counts are reached and Plunger Error occurs.
Low Battery Voltage: Sent when battery voltage reaches the specified minimum.
No Arrival: Sent when there is a NO ARRIVAL count
If alarm deliveries are no longer desired the user can issue the write-only
ALARMOFF command. The write-only command ALARMON will resume ALARM
delivery.
If alarms are enabled but the user has not specified alarm types then only Low
Battery Voltage will be sent.
AT&T
To: 1234567890@txt.att.net (MDN of remote unit @txt.att.net )
Subject: PASSWORD (Use Security Code)
SETTINGS (Command)
From: 1234567890@txt.att.net
Sent: Tuesday, February 26, 2008 10:31 AM
To: joe@fergusonbeauregard.com
Subject: RE: PASSWORD
Joes Mega Well
01FT 00:00:00
02ST 01:00:00
03ONT 00:01:00
04OFFT 00:01:10
06AFT 00:00:00
52AH-F 0000
52AH-G 0000
52AH-S 0000
52AH-N 6914
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An FCU can communicate with the ACiC serial port or TTL port. When using SMS Text messaging, the serial
port will be occupied by the cellular modem and the FCU will need to be used on the TTL port with a TTL to RS-
232 serial converter. The configurations depicted may be utilized by either port as desired. For use with the
serial port, use cable part numbers A30606VM and C30261VM. For use with the TTL port, use part number PC
232CONV.
To Flow Computer
To Flow Computer
Black - GND
Black - GND
Red - RX
A30606VM
Red - RX
Green - TX
Green - TX
TTL Converter
Use Either
PC 232CONV
C30261VM
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To ACiC
To ACiC
Green
Green
Black
Black
Red
Red
B1
DI 1/ACC
DI 2
CTRL O/P
GND
ANLG 1
ANLG 2
GND
ANLG 3
ANLG 4
GND
Radio -
Power Connector
RED Batt. -
BLK
EFM3000 Rev F Board
GND Batt. +
TB6
Solar -
P6
GND
GND
RXD
RXD
TXD
TXD
RTS
CTS
SLP
(LCD)
A
B
Solar +
TB4 P2 TB7 TB2
CHRG TB1
MPU RUN
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2
For the Emerson FloBoss 407, ROCLink for Windows may be required depending on firmware revision.
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LOI
RX
Pin 2 RX Green Pin 1 RTS
Red TX
Green RX
RTS
NC
COM2
NC
NC
Black COM
COM1
B+ A
To ACiC COM
B
+
RTD
+
RET
CHG
+
-
Expansion
TXD
RTS
DTR
Black
Red
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! Ensure no user programs, including but not limited to Modbus Host, are
currently using the COM Port intended to be used as the Modbus Slave.
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PWR
IN+
Table 7.9: FloBoss 107 CPU Wiring Table IN-
TX
RX
LOI
RTS
Black GND
A
485
B
Red TX
COM2
Green RX
RTS
To ACiC
GND
RST
SRC
+
RTD
-
GND
To ACiC
TX Red
RX Green
RTS
NC
NC
GND Black
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Figure 7.14: FloBoss 107 Modbus Configuration Figure 7.15: FloBoss 107 Register Configuration
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To ACiC
Red
Green
Black
FloBoss 407
Communications
Module
COM1
RX
TX
RTS
CTS
DCD
DTR
DSR
COM
DCD
DSR
RX
RTS
TX
CTS
DTR
RI
COM
COM2
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RS-232
CPU
ETHERNET
FISHER
RX
ROC 800
TX
LED
RTS
CTS
RS-232D
LOI
COM
To ACiC
Status
RESET
LNK COL TX RX
Ethernet
RX
DTR RTS TX
RS-232
GND
To ACiC
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RTS
CTS
Port 1 Function
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Pin 1 TX Red Pin 2
Pin 4 RX Green Pin 1
Pin 5 COMMON Black Pin 5
Table 7.20: TotalFlow Flo Wiring Table
Green
Black
To ACiC
Red
To ACiC
Black
Red
Green
13 1
25 14
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1920
0
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10. Click on the Measurement tree and select the Current Values tab.
11. Ensure the numerical identifier corresponds with Table 7.22. If not, write down the numerical identifiers for each
item.
12. From the Operate menu, select File Utilities and select Save and Restore Utility
13. Expand the R: Tree and select Modbus.
14. From the Operate menu, select File Utilities and select Modbus Slave Register Editor.
15. Enter 7001 for Map Start and 6 for # Registers. Select Register List from the View menu.
16. Using Table 7.22, fill in the register numbers.
17. Select Send and enter an appropriate file name of your choice.
Totalflow Modbus
Description
Register Register
11.3.0 Static Pressure 7001
11.7.0 Differential Pressure 7002
11.3.3 Temperature 7003
11.7.19 Flow Rate 7004
11.7.22 Todays Volume 7005
11.7.23 Yesterdays Volume 7006
Figure 7.31: Totalflow Register Map
Table 7.22: Totalflow Modbus Register Map
18. Press the Save Station Files button and select an appropriate file directory.
19. Once the save is completed, answer Yes to restoring files to the S: drive.
20. Click OK to complete the restore.
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To ACiC
Black
Red
Green
13 1
25 14
G4
Figure 7.33: XFC Wiring Diagram
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11. Click on the Flow Measurement tree and select the Current tab.
12. Ensure the numerical identifier corresponds with Table 7.24. If not, write down the numerical identifiers for each
item.
13. Select the previously used COM port and click the Register Maps tab
14. Enter 7001 for Map Start and 6 for # Registers. Select Register List from the View menu.
15. Using the tables above and below, fill in the register numbers.
16. Select Send As and enter an appropriate file name of your choice.
Totalflow Modbus
Description
Register Register
11.3.0 Static Pressure 7001
11.7.0 Differential Pressure 7002
11.3.3 Temperature 7003
11.7.19 Flow Rate 7004
11.7.21 Todays Volume 7005
11.7.23 Yesterdays Volume 7006
Table 7.24: Totalflow G4 Modbus Register Map
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Black
Red
TB1 TB2
AutoPILOT
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Hotkey Function
9994 All FCU Data Points
994 Differential Pressure
995 Static Pressure
996 Line Temperature
997 Flow Rate
998 Yesterdays Accumulated Volume
999 Todays Accumulated Volume
Table 7.29: ACiC FCU SMS Text Message Hotkeys
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To Flow Computer
To Flow Computer
Black - GND
Black - GND
Red - RX
A30606VM
Red - RX
Green - TX
Green - TX
TTL Converter
Use Either
PC 232CONV
C30261VM
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To ACiC
Green
Black
Red
AutoPILOT A30606VM
Function
CH4 or CH5 Wire Color
RXD Pin 1 Green
CH4 CH5
CTS Pin 2 Shunt to 4
TXD Pin 3 Red
RTS Pin 4 Shunt to 2
DCD Pin 5 Shunt to 7
+9V Pin 7 Shunt to 5
J1A J2A J3A J4A
GND Pin 8 Black
J1B J2B J3B J4B
Table 8.1: AutoPILOT Wiring Table
J5A J5B J6A J6B
AutoPILOT A30606VM
Position
J15A CH4 or CH5 Wire Color
J15B Open J1A J3A
J7
J8
J16A
J16B Open J1B J3B
J9A
J9B
J9C
J12A
J11A
J10B
J12B
J11B
J12C
Open J8
Closed J10B J11B
AutoPILOT COMM. EXPANSION J13A Closed J13C J9C
J13B
J14A Closed J12A J15A
J14B Closed J14A J16A
Table 8.2: AutoPILOT Jumper Table
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Registers in the ACiC are numbered at Base 1 and register numbers in the
AutoPILOT are Base 0. To simplify this, subtract 1 from register numbers as
shown in the ACiC Modbus register map before entering them into AUTOConifg.
! The AutoPILOT only supports 32-bit Floating Point and 16-bit Integer registers.
No other register types are supported.
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