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  • Page 1 Radar Transmitters SITRANS LR260 (Profibus PA) Operating Instructions Edition 01/2016...
  • Page 2 Siemens AG Industry Sector 76181 Karlsruhe Deutschland • For a selection of Siemens level measurement manuals, go to: www. siemens.com/processautomation. Select Products & Systems, then under Process Level Measurement. Instrumentation, select Manual archives can be found on the Support page by product family.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CE Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Conformity ............3 The Manual ...............................4 Application Examples ........................4 Technical Support ..........................4 Abbreviations and Identifications .....................5 SITRANS LR260 Overview ....................6 Specifications ........................7 Dimensions .............................11 Threaded Horn Antenna with extension ................12 Threaded Horn dimensions ......................13 Installation ......................... 15 Mounting location ..........................16...
  • Page 4 Operating via SIMATIC PDM ..................39 Functions in SIMATIC PDM ........................39 Features of SIMATIC PDM Rev. 6.0, SP3 (or higher) ............39 Electronic Device Description (EDD) ..................40 Configuring a new device ......................40 Quick Start Wizard via SIMATIC PDM .....................41 Changing parameter settings using SIMATIC PDM ............44 Parameter Reference .......................53 Pull-down menus via SIMATIC PDM ..................53 Quick Start Wizard ..........................54...
  • Page 5 Appendix D: Technical Reference ................105 Principles of Operation ........................105 Echo Processing ..........................105 Process Intelligence ........................ 105 Time Varying Threshold (TVT) Curves ................. 106 Echo Lock ........................... 106 Echo Position Detection ......................106 Auto False Echo Suppression ....................107 Measurement Range ........................
  • Page 6 Appendix H: Firmware Revision History ..............135 Glossary ..........................137 Index ..........................141 LCD menu structure ......................143...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    However, devices found to interfere with primary licensing operations will be required to be removed at the user’s expense. This symbol is used when there is no corresponding caution symbol on the product. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 1...

  • Page 8: Fcc Conformity

    US Installations only: Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Siemens could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Notes: • This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits Class B digital device part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 9: Ce Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) Conformity

    Testing and measurement techniques – Immunity to EN61000-4-6:2010 conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4-8: EN61000-4-8:2010 Testing and measurement techniques – Power frequency magnetic field immunity test. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 3...

  • Page 10: The Manual

    Notes: • Please follow the installation and operating procedures for a quick, trouble-free installation and to ensure the maximum accuracy and reliability of your SITRANS LR260. • This manual applies to the SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) only. For other Siemens level measurement manuals, go to: www.siemens.com/level, and look under Level Measurement.

  • Page 11: Abbreviations And Identifications

    The output from the Level Transducer Block can be called the Primary Value (or Secondary Value). When it becomes the input to the AIFB, it is called the Process Variable. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 5...

  • Page 12: Sitrans Lr260 Overview

    PROFIBUS Class I and Class II master. Programming SITRANS LR260 is very easy to install and configure via a graphical local user interface (LUI). You can modify the built in parameters either locally via the Siemens infrared hand- held programmer, or from a remote location via SIMATIC PDM.

  • Page 13: Specifications

    Specifications Notes: • Siemens makes every attempt to ensure the accuracy of these specifications but reserves the right to change them at any time. Power Bus powered Per IEC 61158-2 (PROFIBUS PA) Current consumed 15.0 mA (General Purpose or Intrinsically Safe version)
  • Page 14 Display quality will be degraded in temperatures below –25 °C (–13 °F) and above +65 °C (+149 °F). Universal flange mates with EN 1092-1 (PN16)/ASME B16.5 (150 lb)/JIS 2220 (10K) bolt hole pattern. Page 8 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 15 The maximum temperature is dependent on the ambient temperature and vessel Process Pressure/ pressure. For more detail, or for other configurations, see Temperature derating curves on page 110. Pressure rated version for maximum process temperature of 80 °C (176 °F) A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 9...
  • Page 16 ABNT NBR IEC 60079-26:2008 e ABNT NBR IEC 60079-31:2011 Programmer (infrared keypad) Siemens Infrared IS (Intrinsically Safe) Hand Programmer for hazardous and all other locations (battery is non-replaceable) • approval ATEX II 1GD, Ex ia IIC T4 Ga, Ex iaD 20 T135 °C, SIRA 01ATEX2147 IECEx SIR 09.0073 Ex ia IIC T4 Ga, Ex iaD 20 T135 °C...

  • Page 17: Dimensions

    2" horn: 163 mm (6.4") 3" horn: 228 mm (9.0") horn 4" horn: 285 mm (11.2") 49 mm 2" horn (1.9") 74.5 mm 3" horn (2.9") 97.5 mm 4" horn (3.8") A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 11...

  • Page 18: Threaded Horn Antenna With Extension

    28 mm (1.1") 100 mm (4.0 ") ref. horn extension point process connection horn horn O.D. Threaded Horn dimensions See table under on page 13 for horn height to sensor reference point. Page 12 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 19: Threaded Horn Dimensions

    Height from bottom of horn to sensor reference point as shown: see Horn Antenna with extension on page 12. Polarization reference point – 3dB in the direction of the polarization axis (see on page 17 for an illustration). A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 13...
  • Page 20 Notes Page 14 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 21: Installation

    • Installation shall be performed only by qualified personnel and in accordance with local governing regulations. • SITRANS LR260 is to be used only in the manner outlined in this manual, otherwise protection provided by the device may be impaired.

  • Page 22: Mounting Location

    3" horn = 10° on page 18.) 4" horn = 8° Extensions are not recommended for applications where there may be excessive visible vibration. Please consult the factory for more information. Page 16 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 23: Orientation In A Vessel With Obstructions

    Orientation in a vessel with obstructions Polarization reference point polarization axis For best results on a vessel with obstructions, orient the front or back of polarization reference the device toward the obstructions. point display A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 17...

  • Page 24: Easy Aimer

    2/3 of the way across the tank diameter.) When the desired position is reached, re- tighten the 5 bolts to 15-23 Nm (11 to 17 Lbf-ft). Page 18 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 25: Air Purging System (Optional)

    • Some dust particles are highly abrasive and can be drawn into the inside of the horn during purge cleaning, damaging the internal PTFE emitter of the antenna. A replacement kit is available from your local Siemens representative. • It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that any vacuum or pressure in the measured vessel is maintained, considering the hole that passes through the process connection and SITRANS LR260 antenna system.

  • Page 26: Universal Slotted Flange

    100 mm (229 mm) (9.65 mm) (191 mm) (175 mm) (9.65 mm) 6" or 11.22" 0.38" 9.53" 9.45" 0.45" 150 mm (285 mm) (9.65 mm) (242 mm) (240 mm) (11.5 mm) Page 20 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 27: Dust Cap (Optional)

    It is critical to ensure no moisture can be trapped inside. Note: Universal flange mates with EN 1092-1 (PN16)/ASME B16.5 (150 lb)/JIS 2220 (10K) bolt hole pattern. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 21...
  • Page 28 Notes Page 22 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 29: Wiring

    (or 2 x 1/2" NPT metallic cable entry) Depending on the approval rating, glands and plugs may be supplied with your instrument. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 23...
  • Page 30 Strip the cable jacket for approximately 70 mm (2.75") from the end of the PROFIBUS PA cable, and thread the wires through the gland Connect the wires to the terminals as shown below (SITRANS LR260 is not polarity sensitive). Ground the instrument according to local regulations.

  • Page 31: Basic Plc Configuration With Profibus Pa

    Basic PLC configuration with PROFIBUS PA active PLC PROFIBUS DP PC/laptop DP/PA coupler PROFIBUS PA SITRANS LR260 SITRANS LR260 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) (PROFIBUS PA) (PROFIBUS PA) A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 25...

  • Page 32: Wiring Setup For Hazardous Area Installations

    - UTILIZAR CABOS ADEQUADOS PARA TEMPERATURAS >100 °C The ATEX certificate listed on the nameplate can be downloaded from the product page of our website at: www.siemens.com/LR260. Go to Support > Approvals / Certificates. The IECEx certificate listed on the nameplate can be viewed on the IECEx website. Go to: http://iecex.iec.ch and click on Ex Equipment Certificates of Conformity then enter the...
  • Page 33 Siemens Milltronics Process Instruments, Peterborough Assembled in Canada with domestic and imported parts The ATEX certificate listed on the nameplate can be downloaded from the product page of our website at: www.siemens.com/LR260. Go to Support > Approvals / Certificates. •...

  • Page 34: Instructions Specific To Hazardous Area Installations

    For applications that use the purge facility, the user shall provide a means to ensure that combustible dust from the hazardous area cannot enter the purge supply in such a way as to compromise the area classification. Page 28 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 35: Quick Start Via Local Operation

    Quick Start via local operation SITRANS LR260 carries out its level measurement tasks according to settings made via parameters. The settings can be modified locally via the Local User Interface (LUI) which consists of an LCD display and a handheld programmer.
  • Page 36 • A deeper band indicates fewer items. Parameter view parameter name parameter number parameter value/selection Edit view Page 30 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 37: Handheld Programmer

    PROGRAM Opens the top level menu. mode. UP or DOWN arrow LCD displays measured value in configured Analog Input toggles between Function Block outputs. AIFB 1 and AIFB 2. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 31...

  • Page 38: Programming Sitrans Lr260

    • Do not use the Quick Start wizard to modify individual parameter: see Parameter Reference instead on page 53. • SITRANS LR260 automatically returns to Measurement mode after a period of inactivity in PROGRAM mode (between 15 seconds and 10 minutes, depending on the menu level). Parameter menus...
  • Page 39 Edit mode. The current value is highlighted. Key in a new value. Press RIGHT arrow to accept it. The LCD returns to parameter view and displays the new selection. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 33...
  • Page 40 Erases the display. editing Decimal Numeric Enters a decimal point. point editing Plus or Numeric minus Changes the sign of the entered value. editing sign Numeric Numeral Enters the corresponding character. editing Page 34 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 41: Quick Start Wizard Via The Handheld Programmer

    Use a setting just faster than the maximum filling or emptying rate (whichever is greater). 1.3. Units Select the units for the Quick Start variables (high and low calibration point, and level, distance, or space) M, CM, MM, FT, IN Options Default: M A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 35...
  • Page 42 Options (Display shows DONE when Quick Start is successfully completed) Press Mode to return to Measurement mode. SITRANS LR260 is now ready to operate. Dimensions The point from which High and Low Calibration points are referenced: see on page 11.

  • Page 43: Requesting An Echo Profile

    Measurement mode. Auto False Echo Suppression If SITRANS LR260 displays a false high level, or the reading is fluctuating between the correct level and a false high level, you can use the Auto False Echo Suppression parameters to prevent false echo detection. See TVT (Auto False Echo Suppression) setup (2.2.4.) on page 63 for instructions.

  • Page 44: Level Application Example

    Fill rate = 0.09 m/minute (Low Cal Pt. minus High Cal Pt.) / fastest fill/empty time = (16 m – 0.5 m) / 180 min. = 15.5 m /180 min. = 0.09 m/min. Page 38 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 45: Operating Via Simatic Pdm

    Note: starting on page 53. SIMATIC PDM is a software package used to commission and maintain SITRANS LR260 and other process devices. Please consult the operating instructions or online help for details on using SIMATIC PDM. (You can find more information at www.fielddevices.com: go to Products and Solutions >...

  • Page 46: Electronic Device Description (Edd)

    Electronic Device Description (EDD) SITRANS LR260 requires the EDD for SIMATIC PDM version 6.0 with SP3 or Note: higher. You can locate the EDD in Device Catalog, under Sensors/Level/Echo/Siemens Milltronics/ SITRANS LR260. Check the product page of our website at: www.siemens.com/LR260, under Downloads, to make sure you have the latest version of SIMATIC PDM, the most recent Service Pack (SP) and the most recent hot fix (HF).

  • Page 47: Quick Start Wizard Via Simatic Pdm

    Please consult the operating instructions or online help for details on using SIMATIC PDM. (Application Guides for setting up Siemens PROFIBUS PA devices with SIMATIC PDM are available on our website: www.siemens.com/processautomation.) If you have not already done so, check that you have the most up-to-date Electronic Configuring a new device Device Description (EDD) for your instrument.
  • Page 48 Click on NEXT to accept the default values. (Description, Message, and Installation Date fields can be left blank.) Step 2 – Application Type Select the application type and the operation, then click on NEXT. Page 42 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 49 Check parameter settings, and click on BACK to return and revise values, or TRANSFER to transfer values to the device. The message Quick Start was successful will appear. Click on OK, then click on OK again to synchronize with the device. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 43...

  • Page 50: Changing Parameter Settings Using Simatic Pdm

    • Clicking on Cancel during an upload from device to SIMATIC PDM will result in some parameters being updated. Launch SIMATIC PDM, connect to SITRANS LR260, and upload data from the device. Adjust parameter values in the parameter value field then press Enter. The status fields read Changed.
  • Page 51 • You can save a profile or delete a saved profile. • After saving a profile open menu View – Show echo profile. Open the menu View - Echo Profile. save delete A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 45...
  • Page 52 • Before adjusting these parameters, rotate the instrument for best signal (minimum false-echo amplitude). SITRANS LR260 first learns the echo profile. Then the learned profile, or part of it, is used to Auto False Echo Suppression screen out false echoes. (See on page 107 for a more detailed explanation.)
  • Page 53 Alternatively, enter values for Point and Offset directly into the dialog boxes. • If desired, click on the TVT breakpoints tabs to see settings. • Then press Transfer to Device. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 47...
  • Page 54 Enable simulation.Click on Transfer. 40.61 Enter a value, quality, status, and click on Transfer. The LCD displays the substitute value. After simulation is complete, disable 21.40 °C simulation. SUBSTITUTE VAL. Page 48 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 55 (6. 1 .) on page 90 for more details. To enable/disable Write Locking: 1. Open the menu Device – Write Locking and select On or Off. 2. Click on Transfer. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 49...
  • Page 56 2. If desired, activate alerts. 3. Modify desired values, and click on Write. 4. Click on Read, to see the effects of your modification. 5. Click on Service Performed to reset the schedule. Page 50 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 57 Open the menu View – Peak Values to view: • Sensor minimum and maximum Measured Values • Minimum and maximum Output Values for AIFB1 and AIFB2 • Minimum and maximum Internal Temperatures A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 51...
  • Page 58 Notes Page 52 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 59: Parameter Reference

    Device Status Update diagnostic status Clear Faults Wear Peak Values Tool bar Set Address Status bar Quick Start Auto False Echo Suppression TVT Shaper Update Simulation Maintenance Device Reset Write Locking A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 53...

  • Page 60: Quick Start Wizard

    Select the units for the Quick Start variables (high and low calibration point, and level, distance, or space). M, CM, MM, FT, IN Options Default: M 1.4. Operation SITRANS LR260 stops updating measurements. Last valid SERVICE measurement value is displayed. Distance to material surface referenced from Low Calibration LEVEL Point (process empty level).
  • Page 61 In order to save the Quick Start settings it is necessary to select Yes and apply changes. NO, YES, DONE Options • Display shows DONE when Quick Start is successfully completed. • Press Mode to return to Measurement mode. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 55...

  • Page 62: Setup

    Default is set by factory depending on horn size. 2.2.1.2. Sensor Units Sets engineering units to be used by the sensor for measurement. M, CM, MM, FT, IN Values Default: m Page 56 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 63 A constant offset that can be added to Level. The unit is defined in Level units. Default: 0% Values Dimensions The point from which level measurement is referenced (see on page 11). A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 57...
  • Page 64 Area Largest First Echo Area Largest Echo First echo Area Largest Area First Options Largest First Best of Largest or First echo Best Largest Best First Last echo LAST True First Page 58 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 65 Range: 5 to 95% Values Default: 70% Related Position (2.2.3.1.3.) Parameters When SITRANS LR260 is using Rising Edge, higher values will cause lower level readings and lower values will cause higher level readings. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 59...
  • Page 66 Down sampling (DOWN SAMP.) Specifies the number of consecutive echoes that must appear below the echo currently selected, before the measurement is accepted as valid. Range: 1 to 50 Values Default: 5 Page 60 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 67 For example, to filter out a spike with 500 mm width, enter 6 or 7 (the closest integer product of 500 x 0.013). When a value is keyed in, the nearest acceptable value is entered. Echo Lock on page 106 for more detail. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 61...
  • Page 68 Max. for 4" horn = 31.5 m (103.35 ft) Values Default: Value for Low Calibration Pt. + 3 m (9.43 ft) Range: 0 to 31.5 m Dimensions on page 11. Page 62 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 69 In PDM, open the menu View – Echo Profile. 2.2.4. TVT (Auto False Echo Suppression) setup First SITRANS LR260 learns the echo profile. Then the learned profile, or part of the learned profile, is used to screen out false echoes. See Before Auto False Echo Suppression on page 65 and After Auto False Echo Suppression on page 65 for examples.
  • Page 70 When SITRANS LR260 is located in the center of the vessel, the TVT hover level may be lowered to increase the confidence level of the largest echo.
  • Page 71 Values Default: 1.00 m Press RIGHT ARROW to open Edit mode. Enter the new value and press RIGHT ARROW to accept it. Set Auto False Echo Suppression (AUTO ECHO SUPP)(2.2.4.3.) A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 65...
  • Page 72 Default: 0 bits To access TVT shaper via SIMATIC PDM: • Open the menu Device – TVT shaper. TVT Shaper • For more details and an illustration see on page 47. Page 66 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 73 Rate(2.2.6.1.) is altered. Defines the maximum rate at which the reported sensor value is allowed to increase. Allows you to further adjust the SITRANS LR260 response to increases in the rate at which the vessel fills. Range: 0 to 999.99 m/min 0.1 m/min.

  • Page 74: Output

    Note: Rate(2.2.6.1.) is altered Defines the maximum rate at which the reported sensor value is allowed to decrease. Adjusts the SITRANS LR260 response to decreases in the rate at which the vessel empties. Range: 0 to 999.99 m/min. 0.1 m/min.
  • Page 75 Automatic Mode (AUTO) Manual Mode (MAN) Options Out of Service (O/S) Allows you to put the SITRANS LR260 into Out of Service Mode and then reset it to Automatic Mode. Simulation Manual Mode is used in conjunction with Simulation. See page 48.
  • Page 76 (Process Value Scale) in PV (Level) Units. Process Value Scale normalizes the input value to a customer-defined range. Range: -999.99 to 999.99 m Values Default: 30 m (dependent on horn type) Page 70 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 77 Values Default: 999.99 m 2.3.1.9.4. Upper Limit Alarm (HI LIMIT ALARM) The setting for the upper alarm limit in AIFB1 units Range: -999.99 to 999.99 m Values Default: 999.99 m A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 71...

  • Page 78: Fail-Safe

    Fail-safe Value (see below). Sets the time to elapse in minutes since the last valid reading, before Fail-safe State activates Range: 0 to 720 min. Values Default: 10.0 min Page 72 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 79 User-defined default for the Output Value, if sensor or sensor electronic fault is detected. Units are the same as the AIFB2 units. Range: -999.99 to 999.99 m Values Default: 0 m A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 73...

  • Page 80: Diagnostics

    To request a profile via SIMATIC PDM: Open the menu View – Echo Profile. If desired, press Save. To view the saved profile, open the menu View – Show Echo Profile. Page 74 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 81: Measured Values (Meas. Values)

    3.3.7. Minimum Internal Temperature (MIN. INTERN. TEMP) Read only. The minimum recorded electronics temperature of the SITRANS LR260. 3.3.8. Maximum Internal Temperature (MAX. INTERN. TEMP) Read only. The maximum recorded electronics temperature of the SITRANS LR260. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 75...

  • Page 82: Remaining Device Lifetime (Remain. Dev. Life)

    Read only. Displays the amount of time the device has been operating in selected units. 3.4.2. Remaining Device Lifetime (REMAIN LIFETIME) Read only. Total Expected Device Life less Total Device Operating Time in selected units. Page 76 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 83 Click on Read to see the effects of your modification. d) Click on Snooze to add a year to the Total Expected Device Life. e) Select the desired Alert Activation option. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 77...
  • Page 84 Options (view only) Maintenance Demanded Alert Active To view via SIMATIC PDM, open the menu View - Device Status, click on the Maintenance tab, and check the Device Lifetime Status window. Page 78 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 85: Remaining Sensor Lifetime (Remain Sens. Life)

    Can be reset to zero via the handheld programmer (after performing a service). In device, Maintenance parameters are displayed in years. In SIMATIC PDM, mainte- nance parameter units are user selectable. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 79...
  • Page 86 Modify desired values, and click on Write. c) Click on Read to see the effects of your modification. d) Click on Snooze to add a year to the Total Expected Device Life. Page 80 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 87 Options (view only) Maintenance Demanded Alert Active To view via SIMATIC PDM open the menu View - Device Status, click on the Maintenance tab, and check the Sensor Lifetime Status window. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 81...

  • Page 88: Condensed Status Setup (Cond. Stat. Setup)

    3.6.2. Features supported (View only) (FEAT. SUPPORTED) Features supported are: • Condensed Diagnostics • Extended Diagnostics • Application Relationships 3.6.3. Features enabled (View only) (FEAT. ENABLED) Lists those features that have been enabled. Page 82 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 89: Condensed Status

    Go to Event Index(3.7. 1 .) and enter the event index number corresponding to the event. c) Go to Event Status (EVENT. STAT)(3.7.2.) and choose a Status option. d) Go to Event Diagnosis (EVENT DIAG.)(3.7.3.) and choose a Diagnosis option. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 83...
  • Page 90 Go to Level Meter > Diagnostics > Condensed Status. c) Select the Status line for the selected Event, then choose a Diagnosis option from the associated pull-down menu. Condensed Status on page 124 for more detail. Page 84 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 91 Go to Level Meter > Diagnostics > Condensed Status. c) Select the Diagnosis line for the selected Event, then choose a Diagnosis option from the associated pull-down menu. Condensed Mode Diagnosis on page 128 for more detail. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 85...

  • Page 92: Service

    Only the bar graph will be refreshed when LCD Fast Mode is set to ON. When Fast Mode is set to ON, there is a delay of 30 minutes with no pressed buttons before actions result. ON or OFF Values Default: OFF Page 86 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 93: Lcd Contrast

    4.17.3. Maintenance Required Limit (MAINT REQ LIMIT) If Remaining Lifetime is equal to or less than this limit, a Maintenance Required status is generated. Range: 0 to 20 years Values Default: 0. 1 64 years A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 87...
  • Page 94 Demanded alert. In SIMATIC PDM: a) Open the menu View – Device Status and click on the Maintenance tab. b) Click on the appropriate Acknowledge Warnings button then click on Close. Page 88 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 95: Calibration Interval (Calib Interval)

    Displays the status of the Maintenance Alerts Maintenance Required Alert active Options (view only) Maintenance Demanded Alert Active In SIMATIC PDM, open the menu View – Device Status and click on the Maintenance tab A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 89...

  • Page 96: Communication

    Prevents any changes to parameters via PDM or the hand-held programmer. 2457 (unlock value) Off (enables programming) Hand-held programmer any other value (disables programming) Values In SIMATIC PDM, open the menu Device – Write Locking, and select On or Off. Page 90 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 97: Language

    7. Language Selects the language to be used on the LCD. English German Options French Spanish A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 91...
  • Page 98 Notes Page 92 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 99: Appendix A: Alphabetical Parameter List

    LOE Timer (2.4.1.) Low Calibration Pt. (LOW CALIB. PT.) (2.2.1.3.) Maximum Internal Temperature (MAX. INTERN. TEMP) (3.3.8.) Minimum Internal Temperature (MIN. INTERN. TEMP) (3.3.7.) Narrow Echo Filter (NARROW ECHO FIL.) (2.2.3.3.2.) A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260(PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 93...
  • Page 100 Sensor Offset (2.2.1.10.) Sensor Units (2.2.1.2.) Echo Strength (2.2.3.6.2.) Temperature Units (TEMP UNITS) (2.2.1.11.) TVT Hover Level (2.2.4.2.) TVT Type (2.2.4.1.) Unit (Level) (2.2. 1 .6.) Window (2.2.3.2.4.) Write Locking (6.1.) Page 94 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 101: Appendix B: Troubleshooting

    If the device cannot be programmed via the hand-held programmer, make sure Write Locking (6.1.) on page 90 is disabled. If you try to set a SITRANS LR260 parameter via remote communications, but the parameter remains unchanged, check the following parameters: •...

  • Page 102: Device Status Icons

    • Simulation or substitute value • Communication is good; device is in simulation mode or works with substitute values. • Out of operation • Communication is good; device is out of action. Page 96 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 103: General Fault Codes

    Mainte- nance Required Limit. S: 4 Device is nearing its lifetime limit Replacement is recommended. according to the value set in Mainte- nance Demanded Limit. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 97...
  • Page 104 Upper and Lower input values (Pro- Check configuration for AIFB1. cess Value Scale) for AIFB1 are the Ensure that Upper Value and Lower same. Value (Process Value Scale) are not the same. Page 98 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 105 If it is correct, the device needs to be re-parameterized by the PLC. S: 33 Factory calibration for the internal Repair required: contact your local temperature sensor has been lost. Siemens representative. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 99...
  • Page 106 Factory calibration for the radar Repair required: contact your local receiver has been lost. Siemens representative. S: 64 SPC42 Access Error Cycle power. If fault persists, contact your local Siemens representative. Page 100 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 107: Operation Troubleshooting

    • check Sensor Offset (2.2.1. 1 0.) • setting for Sensor Offset (2.2.1.10.) not correct power error • check nameplate rating against Screen blank voltage supply • check power wiring or source A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 101...
  • Page 108 • raise SITRANS LR260 • ensure Algorithm (2.2.3.1.1.) is set to tF (trueFirst echo) • vessel near empty and • set Position (2.2.3.1.3.) to Hybrid low dK material Page 102 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 109: Appendix C: Maintenance

    Appendix C: Maintenance SITRANS LR260 requires no maintenance or cleaning under normal operating conditions. Under severe operating conditions, the antenna may require periodic cleaning. If cleaning becomes necessary: • Note the antenna material and the process medium, and select a cleaning solution that will not react adversely with either.
  • Page 110 Notes Page 104 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA)– OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 111: Appendix D: Technical Reference

    Appendix D: Technical Reference Principles of Operation SITRANS LR260 is a 2-wire 25 GHz pulse radar level transmitter for continuous monitoring of solids and liquids . Radar level measurement uses the time of flight principle to determine distance to a material surface. The device transmits a signal and waits for the return echo.

  • Page 112: Time Varying Threshold (Tvt) Curves

    • Echo Lock Off: SITRANS LR260 responds immediately to a new selected echo (within the restrictions set by the Maximum Fill / Empty Rate), but measurement reliability is affected. Echo Position Detection 2.2.3.1.3.

  • Page 113: Auto False Echo Suppression

    Measurement Range Near Range 2.2.3.5. 1 . Near Range programs SITRANS LR260 to ignore the zone in front of the antenna. The default blanking distance is 50 mm (1.97") from end of horn antenna. 2.2.4.3. Near Range allows you to increase the blanking value from its factory default. But...

  • Page 114: Far Range

    Loss of Echo (LOE) A loss of echo (LOE) occurs when the calculated measurement is judged to be unreliable because the echo confidence value has dropped below the echo confidence threshold. Page 108 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA)– OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 115: Loe (Loss Of Echo) Timer

    AIFB1: • Set Fail-safe Mode FB1 (FS MODE FB1) (2.4.2.) to Use substitute value. • Go to Fail-safe Value FB1 (FS VALUE FB1) (2.4.3.) and enter the desired value. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 109...

  • Page 116: Process Pressure/Temperature Derating Curves

    . In the event the instrument package is replaced, the Process Device Tag shall be transferred to the replacement unit. • SITRANS LR260 units are hydrostatically tested, meeting or exceeding the requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code and the European Pressure Equipment Directive.

  • Page 117: Horn Antenna

    Tag showing one of this series, and 25589 stamped on flange. WARNING: Never attempt to loosen, remove or disassemble process connection or instrument housing while vessel contents are under pressure. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 111...
  • Page 118 Notes Page 112 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA)– OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 119: Appendix E: Application Example

    Max.fill/empty rate = 0.1 m/ min. level In the event of a loss of echo, SITRANS LR260 is to go into Fail-safe High after 2 minutes. Calibration Point A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 113...
  • Page 120 Fail-safe Mode FB1 (FS MODE Substitute Independent User-defined value to be used. FB1) (2.4.2.) value parameters Fail-safe Value FB1 (FS VALUE 4.5 m FB1) (2.4.3.) Press Mode to return to Measurement mode. Page 114 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 121: Appendix F: Profibus Pa Profile Structure

    Level TB, and apply any required quality checks, scaling, and Fail-safe operation selections. The output of an Analog Input Function Block supplies the measured value and associated status information to PROFIBUS PA, via cyclic data transfer. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 115...

  • Page 122: Description Of The Blocks

    The sensor value is stored in Sensor Value. The analog signal from the sensor is transformed into a digital signal. A Sensor Offset (default 0) provides compensation if necessary for changes in the sensor. Page 116 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 123 Level Offset (default O) can compensate for specific vessel configurations. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 117...
  • Page 124 The output from the Level Transducer Block can be called the Primary Value (or Secondary Value). When it becomes the input to the AIFB, it is called the Process Variable. Page 118 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 125 A hysteresis parameter prevents toggling in the Status field of the OUT value.) The OUT VALUE parameter is the value for the cyclic data transfer. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 119...
  • Page 126 Notes Page 120 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 127: Appendix G: Communications Via Profibus Pa

    Appendix G: Communications via PROFIBUS PA SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) is a Profile Version 3.01, Class B, PA device. It supports Class 1 Master for cyclic and acyclic data exchange, and Class 2 for acyclic services. The full range of SITRANS LR260 functions is available only over a PROFIBUS PA network.

  • Page 128: Power Demands

    Power Demands To determine how many devices can be connected to a bus line, calculate the combined maximum current consumption of all the connected devices: 15 mA for SITRANS LR260. Allow a current reserve for safety. PROFIBUS address A unique PROFIBUS address identifies each device on the network. To set the PROFIBUS address see Device Address (5.1.) on page 90.

  • Page 129: Configuring A Device

    40. Configuring PROFIBUS PA with an S7-300/ 400 PLC If SITRANS LR260 is not listed in the STEP 7 device catalog, you can download the DeviceInstall file from the Siemens Web site and run it from your computer. Go to https://pia.khe.siemens.com/index.asp?Nr=7427 and click on Downloads.

  • Page 130: Status Byte

    Value is valid. Maintenance is demanded within a short- ...0xAB demanded term period. 0xBC GOOD – function Device performs internal function check without influenc- ...0xBF check ing the process. Value is valid. Page 124 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 131 While this status is active there is no reliable process value. Measured values and their status are updated afterwards. Wear on page 51 for more detail. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 125...

  • Page 132: Status Byte

    Active high alarm. Status Codes for Uncertain Quality Values in hex notation Description 0x4B Value is a substituted value (normally used in Failsafe). 0x4C...0x4F Initial value. 0x44...0x47 Last usable value. Page 126 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 133: Diagnostics

    Status Mode (COND. STAT. MODE) (3.6. 1 .) on page 82. The default setting is Condensed Status enabled: Extended Mode Diagnosis will be returned, and the following codes will be used. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 127...

  • Page 134: Extended Mode Diagnosis

    Reserved for use within the PNO 0x02000000 Reserved for use within the PNO 0x04000000 Reserved for use within the PNO 0x08000000 Reserved for use within the PNO 0x10000000 Reserved for use within the PNO Page 128 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 135: Acyclic Extended Diagnostics (General Fault Codes)

    Certain fault codes (identified by an asterisk [*] in the table below) will persist on page 74 until a manual reset has been performed (see Fault Reset (3. 1 .) A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 129...
  • Page 136 Check calibration settings of Input parameters High device. Ensure settings for High Calibration Point and Low S:10 Calibration Point and Low Calibration Point are the same. Calibration Point are different. Page 130 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 137 Repair required: contact your S:28 by a RAM memory error. local Siemens representative. Repair required: contact your EEPROM damaged. S:29 local Siemens representative. Repair required: contact your Flash error. S:31 local Siemens representative. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 131...

  • Page 138: Acyclic Data

    Siemens representative. Acyclic Data SITRANS LR260 supports up to four simultaneous connections by a Class 2 Master (C2 connection). It supports one connection by a Class 1 Master (C1 connection). In order for a Class 1 Master to read parameters from an instrument, it needs to know the slot and absolute index of the parameter.
  • Page 139 Parameter Static Revision Number has relative index = 1 and is located on AIFB1. • It has Absolute Index = 17 (relative index 1 + index offset 16). • It is located at Slot 1 (the slot number for AIFB 1). A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 133...
  • Page 140 Notes Page 134 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 141: Appendix H: Firmware Revision History

    Appendix H: Firmware Revision History Firm- ware EDD Rev. Date Changes Rev. 1.00.01 1.00.04 Dec. 5, 2007 • Initial release 1.00.04 1.00.04 Sept. 4, 2014 • Maintenance release A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 135...
  • Page 142 Notes Page 136 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 143: Glossary

    (decibel): a unit used to measure the amplitude of signals. derating: to decrease a rating suitable for normal conditions according to guidelines specified for different conditions. dielectric: a nonconductor of direct electric current. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 137...
  • Page 144 Many conductive liquids/electrolytes exhibit dielectric properties; the relative dielectric constant of water is 80. Page 138 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 145 TVT (time varying threshold): a time-varying curve that determines the threshold level above which echoes are determined to be valid. waveguide antenna: a hollow, metallic tube that transmits a microwave signal to the product target. A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 139...
  • Page 146 Notes Page 140 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...

  • Page 147: Index

    17 via LUI 35 nozzle design 16 edit mode nozzle location 16 handheld programmer 33 on vessel with obstructions 17 enclosure sunshield recommended 17 opening 23 Near Range A5E32337685 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 141...
  • Page 148 39 Quick Start 41 SITRANS LR260 operating principles 105 overview 6 status byte status codes 124 status codes 124 Support contact information 4 temperature de-Rating curves 110 terminals accessing 23 Page 142 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – INSTRUCTION MANUAL A5E32337685...

  • Page 149: Lcd Menu Structure

    2.3.1.9.4 HI LIMIT ALARM 2.2.3.3.2 NARROW ECHO FIL. 2.3.1.9.5 LIMIT HYSTERESI. 2.2.3.3.3 REFORM ECHO 2.3.1.10 HUMAN INTERFAC 2.3.1.10.1 DECIMAL POINT 2.3.2 AIFB 2 (AS AIFB 1) Page 143 SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SITRANS LR260 (PROFIBUS PA) – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A5E32337685...
  • Page 150 FAIL-SAFE 4.17.5 ALERT ACTIVATIO 2.4.1 LOE TIMER 4.17.6 SERVICE INTERVA 2.4.2 FS MODE FB1 4. 1 7.7 MAINT STAT 2.4.3 FS VALUE FB1 4.17.8 ACK STATUS 2.4.4 FS MODE FB2 4.17.9 ACK 2.4.5 FS VALUE FB2 4.18 CALIB. INTERVAL 3. DIAGNOSTICS 4.18.1 TIME LAST CAL.

  • Page 152: For More Information

    For more information www.siemens.com/level www.siemens.com/weighing Siemens Canada Limited 1954 Technology Drive Printed in Canada P.O. Box 4225 Subject to change without prior notice A5E32337685 Rev. AB Peterborough, ON Canada K9J 7B1 © Siemens AG 2016 www.siemens.com/processautomation...

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