Rev. 1.70 Serial Number:___________________ Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER WIRELINE DATA-LOGGER USER MANUAL © 1996-2008, Reliable Scale Corporation Reliable Scale Corporation 520 Moraine Road N.E. Calgary, Alberta, Canada Tel:1-800-419-1189 (403) 272-8784 Fax: (403) 273-9818 E-mail: info@reliablescale.com Web: http://www.reliablescale.
Reliable Scale Corporation 1. Contents 1. 2. Contents ................................................................................................................. 2 Capabilities............................................................................................................. 3 2.1 3. 4. 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 5. Features........................................................................................................................... 3 Physical Layout .........................
Reliable Scale Corporation 2. Capabilities The Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER is a versatile tool designed to record line load, line speed and tool depth on Wireline trucks. This new technology offers secure data recovery and reduces chances of operator error and improves record keeping. The result is an improved profit picture. The DL-04 stores data accurately without interfering with the operator’s normal activities.
Reliable Scale Corporation 3. Physical Layout • 12 Volt DC Power Input - 4 pin male military style connector (P/N: PT02A84P). • LCD Screen - displays instruction and status messages to the operator. • Alphanumeric Keys - operator keys in information. • Data Control Keys - for Entering and Editing data. • RS-232 Ports - 4 pin female military style connectors (P/N: PT02A8-4S) to connect devices to the DL-04. Example: Digital Scale, Personal Computer, Line speed indicator.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4. Basic Operation 1. Press the ON/OFF key until text appears. Screen shows the serial number and the software version. The next screen shows date & time for operator verification with local time zones. RELIABLE SCALE DL-04 DATA-LOGGER S/N: 9903148 Version 1.60 RELIABLE SCALE DL-04 DATA-LOGGER 1999-03-29 14:09:23 F1: Continue 2. Press F1 to continue. Screen shows the first two options available from the Main Menu. MAIN MENU 1 Log Data 2 Resume Logging Select # more:T 3.
Reliable Scale Corporation MAIN MENU 5. When an process has been completed, 1 Log Data the DL-04 will return to the Main Menu. 2 Resume Logging Select # more:T Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 6 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.1 Log Data The chief function of the DL-04 is the Log Data process. The screen prompts the operator through the necessary steps, issuing instructions as required. Once the operator initiates a job, each record is saved automatically for future transfer and analysis. Once logging has begun, the screen is updated every log interval with the latest log information.
Reliable Scale Corporation 3. Press the number and arrow keys to scroll through the letters shown at the top of the keys. 4. Use F2 to exit alpha mode and the screen will return to normal Well Name: K F2: Alpha F4: Quit ENTR: Accept 5. Input numbers normally 6. Well Number is next. Follow the same procedure as for Well Name. Well Number: F2: Alpha F4: Quit ENTR: Accept 7. Key in Well Number. Example: 45 Well Number: 45 F2: Alpha F4: Quit ENTR: Accept 8. Wireline Job Type is next.
Reliable Scale Corporation 10. Job Operator is next. Follow the same procedure as for Well Name. Job Operator: F2: Alpha F4: Quit ENTR: Accept 11. Key in Job Operator. Example: 58 Job Operator: 58 F2: Alpha F4: Quit ENTR: Accept Log Interval is next. Intervals from 2 Log Interval(s): Min: 2s Max: 99s seconds to 99 seconds between records are available. F4: Quit ENTR: Accept 12. Key in the Interval. Example: 2 The DL-04 begins reading data every 2 seconds. LOGGING. . . 256.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.2 Resume Logging If a job has been interrupted for some reason, it can be resumed using the Resume Logging process. Only the last job in memory can be resumed. If there are no jobs in memory, this process cannot be used. 1. From the Main Menu, select Resume Logging. The operator is asked to confirm the resume operation. MAIN MENU 1 Log Data 2 Resume Logging Select # more:T LOGGING. . . Resume Job # 3? F2: Confirm F4: Cancel 2. Press F2 to confirm resumption. 3.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.3 Delete Data After the records have been plotted (see section 4.5 on page 14) or transferred to a computer (see section 4.6 on page 16), clear the DL-04 memory using the Delete Records option. Jobs should be deleted after each day to make room for new ones and to eliminate confusion. 1. From the Main Menu, select Delete Data. The operator is asked to confirm the delete operation.
Reliable Scale Corporation If a valid password has been entered, the records are deleted and the status is displayed on the screen. Deleting data Data DELETED Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 12 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.4 View Job Information Job information in the DL-04 memory can be viewed on screen without transferring or deleting it. 1. From the Main Menu, select View Job Info. MAIN MENU 3 Delete Data 4 View Job Info. Select # more:T VIEW JOBS If there is more than one job in memory, Job to View? (3) the user will be prompted for the job number. F4: Quit 2. Enter job number to view. VIEW JOBS 3. The selected job information is displayed.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.5 Plot Chart Data saved in the DL-04 can be transferred to a printer or computer in the form of a chart (Line Pull and Depth vs. Time). Connect the DL-04 to the printer or computer with the proper cables & hardware. Be sure the printer/computer is ready to receive the data. The default serial port configuration for the DL-04 is 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. Plotting a job does not remove it from the DL-04’s memory.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4. To quit printing, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 15 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 4.6 Print Data Data saved in the DL-04 must be transferred to a host computer for historical storage and analysis. Connect the DL-04 to the computer with the proper cables & hardware. Be sure your computer is ready to receive the records. The default serial port configuration for the DL-04 is 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. A standard terminal program such as Procomm or HyperTerminal can be used for this procedure (see your terminal program manual for details).
Reliable Scale Corporation 4. To quit printing, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 17 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5. Configuration Some operating features of the DL-04 can be modified to suit the equipment being used. Other parameters such as the date and time need to be set in order to make accurate logs. All parameters are set from the Configuration Menu. 1. From the Main Menu, select Configuration. MAIN MENU 6 Pint Data 7 Configuration Select # more:S 2. Screen shows first two items of the Configuration Menu. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through all the options.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.1 Set Date The current date can be seen when the DL-04 is turned on. It is important that this be set correctly in order to provide accurate log information. If the date needs to be changed, it is done using the Set Date process from the Configuration Menu. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Date. CONFUGIRATION MENU 1 Set Date 2 Set Time Select # more:T 2. Key in the year. Use four digits. Example: 1999 SET DATE Enter year: F4: Quit 3. Key in the month.
Reliable Scale Corporation The new date is displayed before returning to the Configuration Menu. SET DATE Date set to: 1999-02-12 5. To quit, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 20 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.2 Set Time The current time can be seen when the DL-04 is turned on. It is important that this be set correctly in order to provide accurate log information. If the time needs to be changed, it is done using the Set Time process from the Configuration Menu. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Time. CONFUGIRATION MENU 1 Set Date 2 Set Time Select # more:T 2. Key in the hour. (0 to 23) Example: 14 SET TIME Enter hour(24): F4: Quit 3. Key in the minute.
Reliable Scale Corporation The new time is displayed before returning to the Configuration Menu. SET TIME Time set to: 14:25:50 5. To quit, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 22 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3 Configure Ports The ports on the DL-04 can be assigned to different devices to suit individual applications. It is recommended however, that the default port settings be used. They are: • Port 1 - Computer/Printer • Port 2 - Counter • Port 3 - Weight Indicator 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Configure Ports. CONFIGURATION MENU 2 Set Time 3 Configure Ports Select # more:S 2. Screen shows first items of the Port Config Menu.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.1 Show Port Function The current port assignments can be seen by using the Show Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. This can be a useful troubleshooting tool if device communications problems arise. 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Show Port Function PORT CONFIG MENU 1 Show Port Function 2 Set Port Function Select # more:S 2. Screen shows first Port Functions. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the list.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.2 Set Port Function The current port assignments can be changed using the Set Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. It is recommended that the default port assignments be used. 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Set Port Function PORT CONFIG MENU 1 Show Port Function 2 Set Port Function Select # more:S 2. Key in the port to be changed. Example: 1 SET PORT FUNCTION Enter port number: F4: Quit more:S 3. Select the function.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.3 Set Port Speed Using the Set Port Speed option, the port baud rates can be set to accommodate the needs of the device connected to it. It is important that this setting is correct for proper device interfacing. Supported Baud Rates 1200 2400 4800 9600 19,200 38,400 115,200 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Set Port Speed. PORT CONFIG MENU 3 Set Port Speed 4 Set Port Format Select # more:S 2. Key in the port to be changed.
Reliable Scale Corporation SET PORT FUNCTION Port: 1 Speed: 9600 baud 4. To quit, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 27 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.4 Set Port Format Using the Set Port Format option, the word length and parity parameters for a port can be set to accommodate the needs of the device connected to it. It is important that these settings are correct for proper device interfacing. Supported Word Lengths 7 8 1. From the Port Config Menu, select Show Port Function PORT CONFIG MENU 3 Set Port Speed 4 Set Port Format Select # more:S 2. Key in the port to be changed.
Reliable Scale Corporation Select Parity: 1:Even 2:Odd 3:Mark 4:Space 5:None 4. Choose the parity setting. Example: 5:None SET PORT FORMAT Port: 1 Format: 8,N,1 5. To quit, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 29 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.3.5 Port Test Proper port operation can be tested using the Test Port Function option in the Port Config Menu. This function should not be used when connected to the measurement devices as they can be damaged. This can be a useful troubleshooting tool if device communications problems arise and should only by used by trained personnel. A test string will be transmitted by each port using its current settings. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.4 Set Depth Units As the Depth Counter does not provide unit information to the DL-04, the user must specify the depth and time units to used for logging. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Depth Units. Configuration MENU 3 Configure Ports 4 Set Depth Units Select # more:T 2. Key in the depth units. Example: 1:meters SET UNITS Select Depth Units: 1:meters 2:feet SET UNITS Select Depth Units: Depth Units: meters SET UNITS Select Time Units: 1:minutes 2:seconds 5.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.5 Plot Delay In order to allow the printer to keep up with the data transfer, a time delay is used. After each line of the chart has been transferred, the DL04 waits for a specific amount of time. This length of time is determined by the Plot Delay setting and is measured in milliseconds. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Plot Delay. CONFIGURATION MENU 5 Plot Delay 6 Set Password Select # more:S 2.
Reliable Scale Corporation 5.6 Set Password A password is required to delete data from the DL-04. If a password other than the factory default (1234) is desired, it can be changed using the Set Password process. 1. From the Configuration Menu, select Set Password. Configuration MENU 3 Configure Ports 4 Set Password Select # more:T 2. Key in the old password. CHANGE PASSWORD Old Password: F4: Quit When the password is entered, * 's are displayed for security.
Reliable Scale Corporation 6. To quit, press F4. Model DL-04 DATA-LOGGER User Manual Page 34 of 38 Rev. 1.
Reliable Scale Corporation 6. Troubleshooting 1. The DL-04 won’t turn on. Ensure that the power connector is properly plugged in and is supplying 12VDC. Pin A of the power connector is positive, pin B is negative. 2. When transferring data to the computer, nothing happens or else the data looks like garbage. Check the cable connections to the computer and make sure the terminal program is properly configured. The default is 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
Reliable Scale Corporation 7. Sample Chart The following is a sample chart produced by the DL-04. Reliable Scale Corporation DL-04 Wireline Data-Logger Log Reoprt Report Date: 1999-10-22 Job#: 4 Start Entry: 50 Well Name: TEST WELL Well Number: 452 Wireline Job Type: TEST Job Operator: JOHN SMITTH Job Date: 1999-10-22 Start Time: 08:23:35 End Time: 08:25:33 Log Interval: 2s * = Line Pull 0 lb = 0% 5818 lb = 100% + = Depth 0 m = 0% 38.
Reliable Scale Corporation 8. Sample Log The following is a sample log gathered by the DL-04. Each column has a fixed number of characters and is separated by a comma (,). The columns are organized as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Reliable Scale Corporation 9. Limited Warranty This warranty applies to all new equipment manufactured by RELIABLE SCALE CORPORATION except when otherwise specified in the Terms of Sale. Warranty is subject to the following terms and conditions: • All new products are warranted for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of final sale to the end user (maximum 24 months from date of manufacture).
