Cello

GSM Data Logger

User Guide
Version 2

Technolog Limited, Ravenstor Road, Wirksworth, , Derbyshire DE4 4FY

Tel: +44 (0)1629 823611 Fax: +44 (0)1629 824283

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Email: [email protected]

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 Table of Contents

1 Introduction

2 Preparing a host computer for use with Cello

2.1 Communications devices

2.2 Adding a communications device to PMAC Plus

3 Installation

3.1 Signal strength test

3.2 Configuration and setup

3.2.1 PC GPS software

3.2.2 PC PMAC software

3.2.3 Psion Workabout Dragons software

4 Cello Alarms

5 Troubleshooting

5.1 PMAC files

6 Appendix

Appendix 1 Signal connection details

Appendix 2 The ‘Scotch-lok’ connecting system

Appendix 3 Cello specifications

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1 Introduction

The Cello is an integrated data logger and GSM modem which combines the multi-channel
logging capabilities of Technolog data loggers with the versatility of the GSM network.

Although the Cello concept is suitable for a wide range of applications, initial versions have
been designed for applications in the water and gas sectors.

The following Cello versions are currently available:

Water Applications

Two channel flow

Two channel flow and one channel pressure (integral or external pressure sensor)

Universal 8 channel

Gas Applications (Cello IS: Certified Intrinsically Safe EEx ia IIC T4)

Two channel flow

Two channel flow and one channel pressure (integral pressure sensor)

One channel pressure (integral pressure sensor)

Cathodic protection (non-IS version)

The Cello utilises SMS (Short Message Service) provided by the GSM system. In order to
maximise battery life, Cello is programmed to wake up at regular intervals or, in the event of an
alarm, to send the latest data, alarms and other information across the network to a host PC
running Technolog PMAC Plus software.

Data may be sent from several Cellos simultaneously to one PC. The system allows data
messages to be received in a controlled manner and avoids loss of information. If for any
reason messages are lost, PMAC will recognise this as a data gap and request the missing
data to be resent. Similarly, if a Cello is unable to send data messages due to poor signal
strength etc., these will be sent the next time Cello logs on to the network.

The Cello supports high and low threshold alarms, windowed alarms and profile alarms on
each channel. Alarms can be set remotely using the PMAC Alarm Wizard software on the host
PC. Cello will send an alarm message to the host PC at the next logged interval after alarm
limits are exceeded. Data can also be sent with the alarm and, if required, data can be sent at
more frequent user-defined intervals after an alarm.

When the Cello starts recording, the contents of its notepad are sent to the host PC. The
notepad details are stored in a ‘logger settings’ file and can be viewed from the site database.
Should there be any further changes made locally to the Cello notepad, the new notepad
details are automatically sent to the host PC and the logger settings file is updated.

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2 Preparing a Host Computer for use with Cello

Technolog’s PMAC Plus software (issued August 2000 or later) should be installed on the host
PC. The software installation procedure is detailed separately in the PMAC user manual.

Please note that regular software upgrades are made and it is recommended that the latest
version of PMAC Plus be utilised wherever possible.

2.1 Communications Devices

A communications device is required to receive data messages (Cello data) from the GSM
network. There are several methods of providing a connection between the host PC and the
GSM network. This manual covers the two most popular connections i.e. the Falcom A2D
GSM modem and the Vodafone Paknet Radio-PAD (for use with the UK Vodafone network
only). Note that the Vodafone RadioPAD consists of two communications devices housed in a
single package requiring only one antenna. The choice of communications device depends on
several factors including the country, GSM tariffs, number of Cellos etc. Please consult
Technolog for specific advice on the most suitable communications device.

One or more modems can be configured in PMAC to receive Cello data, as shown below.
Note, in the case of multiple modems being used, each modem requires its own serial port (a
Vodafone RadioPAD requires two serial ports to make use of both NUAs).

2.2 Adding a Communications Device to PMAC Plus

Connect the communications device to an available serial port (comms port) on the host PC
and proceed as follows:

(i) Click on the ‘Devices’ tab in the PMAC Communications Settings window. Select Cello
Modem and then Next.

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(ii) Select Communication Port is now displayed. Select the comms port that the modem
is attached to and select Next.

(iii) The ‘Select Setup String’ window will now appear. Choose the modem you have
attached and then select Next.

(iv) You are now required to select the Cello Baud Rate. This should be set
according as follows:

GSM modems (Falcom A2D): 9600 baud

X.25 Radio PAD: 4800 baud

Select Next.

(v) Choose the Dial-out Group you wish your modem to belong to. Normally
this would be Cello Modems. Select Next.

(vi) Finally, choose a name to identify your modem to PMAC Plus and select
Finish. The Cello modem will now be added to PMAC and is ready for
use.

(vii) To make full use of the system capabilities, it is necessary to fill in the
‘Modem Own Number’ box in the modem properties. This is done by
double-clicking on the newly installed modem in the PMAC
Communication settings and selecting Properties. Depending on the type
of modem installed, one of the following windows will be displayed:

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GSM modem (enter the telephone number of the GSM SIM card)

X25 RadioPAD (enter 23533900 followed by the six digit NUA of the RadioPAD).
If both NUAs of the RadioPAD are to be used, each NUA should be set as a
separate Cello modem. ‘Two port cables’ are available to connect a RadioPAD to
the two computer serial ports.

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3 Installation

The Cello is housed in an enclosure that allows installation in the typical

environments found in the gas and water utilities. This includes ‘domestic water
meter boundary boxes’, ‘district water meter chambers’, 6” x 6” underground
chambers and above ground kiosks.

A wall mounting bracket also is available.

TIP: The PMAC SMS system can be used to automatically confirm that Cello is
correctly setup in the PMAC site database.

3.1 Signal Strength Test

(i) Configure the Cello for signal strength testing (cesigtsa.cfg). Section 3.2.1
provides instruction on configuring Cello.

(ii) Execute the signal strength test program and a DOS window will appear
with the following menu.

(iii) Choose option 1 to perform the test.

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The following screen will appear:

Enter the duration of the test (a minimum of 2 minutes is recommended) and

press RETURN. Then press 1 to start the test.

(iv) Disconnect the communication cable and place the Cello as close as
possible to its anticipated location. If installing in an underground location,
ensure the Cello is raised as high as possible to improve the signal
strength. The PC will indicate the remaining time to complete the test and
will report when the test is complete. When the test is complete, press any
key to return to the main menu.

Note: If the Cello is located under a metal cover and the test reveals
inadequate signal strength, a domestic water meter boundary box (with a
plastic cover) should be considered. In this case, the test should be
repeated but with the Cello placed above ground and adjacent the
chamber.

(v) Choose option 2 to read the test data. Connect the communication
cable to the Cello and press any key. The program will then read
the signal strength data from the Cello.

(vi) Enter the site details as required. The data will be stored in the
same directory as the Signal Strength Test program with the
format xxxx_01.sig (proprietary format) and xxxx_01.txt (text
format), where: xxxx is the 4-digit id for the site. You will then be
returned to the main menu.

(vii) Choose option 3 to view the data and then 1 to view the most
recent file or 3 to view a different file.

(viii) The data will appear as a list of base stations (GSM radio
transmitters) and signal strengths as below. The greater the value,
the better the signal strength.
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 The maximum signal strength is 63.

Signal strength greater than 13 for the duration of the test is

normally required to ensure satisfactory operation at all times.

The example below shows the results of a 1 minute test.

For the above test, a Cellnet Cello would be selected as the first choice of
GSM service provider as signal strength is greater than 13 for the duration
of the test. Press Esc to return to the main menu and then choose option
4 to exit the program.

(ix) If the Cello has a SIM card fitted, only base stations for that
particular GSM service provider will be reported. For example, if
the test is performed using a Cello with a Vodafone SIM card fitted,
only Vodafone base stations would be reported. To search all
available networks a Cello without a SIM card fitted should be
used. Performing a test with such a Cello will bring back results
from the strongest base stations regardless of network.

3.2 Configuration and Setup

The setup procedure is performed by connecting the Cello communications port

to a computer installed with Technolog software. Several computer types and
operating systems are supported. This User Guide describes the procedure for
the PC General Purpose Software, PC PMAC software and Psion Workabout
Dragons software.

The following stages should be completed in order:

(i) Connect Cello to the host PC

(ii) Configure Cello for an application
(iii) Enter site details in the Cello Notepad
(iv) Set the remote communications parameters
(v) Set the Cello clock
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(vi) Check inputs signals and adjusting offsets
(vii) Start recording

Please refer to the relevant software user guides for further information.

IMPORTANT: Cellos supplied in the UK with prepaid GSM service charges will
require activation. To activate a Cello, contact Technolog Cello Support (+44
(0)1629 823611). The Cello Serial Number will be required. If the Cello is not
activated it will cease transmitting data after approximately 5 days (depending
upon configuration).

3.2.1 PC GPX Software

Version x.46 or later of the Technolog GPS software should be installed

on the host PC. The software installation procedure is detailed separately
in the GPS user manual.

(i) Connecting Cello to the host PC

Connect the PC serial port to the Cello communications port (4-pin

connector).

Note: Cello IS requires a ‘fast barrier unit’ (FBU) to be interposed

between the PC and the Cello IS.

(ii) Configuring Cello for an application

Execute the GPS software and proceed as follows:

From the Main Menu Select NEWLOG

From the Communication Menu Select LOCAL
From the Newlog Menu Select SETUP
From the Setup Menu Select CONFIGURE
From the Configure Menu Select LOGGER

Select the required config file and press RETURN to send the file
to the Cello. To view details of the file before selection, press F2.

Note: Configuring any logger will overwrite any data currently

stored in the logger.

The Cello is now configured for the application.

(iii) Entering site details in the Cello Notepad

Enter the site details and PMAC ID

From the Main Menu Select NEWLOG

From the Communication Menu Select LOCAL
From the Newlog Menu Select SETUP
From the Setup Menu Select NOTEPAD

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 The Cello Notepad will be displayed. The precise details will be
dependent on the configuration file but will generally be as follows:

Site name: (Enter the Site Name)

Site No.: (Can be left blank)

PMAC ID: (Enter the unique four digit PMAC ID)

Other channel specific fields may be displayed. These would

include, for example, the pressure range for a pressure channel or
the flow scale factor for a flow channel.

When the Notepad has been entered, the following menu is

displayed:

REVIEW
WRITE
PRINT
QUIT

Select WRITE to transfer the changes to Cello.

Press ESCAPE to the return to the Newlog Menu.

(iv) Setting the remote communications parameters

Enter the remote communications parameters as follows:

From the Newlog Menu Select REMOTE

From the Remote Menu Select ALARMS

A window will appear containing the alarm details. In most cases

these should not require change.

Press ENTER for each field until the next screen appears
containing the dial-out details. Two changes are to be made to this
screen.

Time: 05:00 Disabled

(the time of day that Cello sends data to the host PC)

Highlight the word Disabled and press the ‘-‘ (minus) key to
change to Enabled.

Secondly,

Data message number:

Add the number of the host PC communications device that will

receive the data. For Cellos using the UK Vodafone network, this
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 will be 23533900 followed by the six-digit NUA of the RadioPad
e.g. 23533900123456.

Once this has been completed, press ENTER.

The following menu will appear:

REVIEW
WRITE
QUIT

Select WRITE, this will write the information to the Cello and
return you to the Setup menu.

(v) Setting the Cello clock

All Cellos used in the UK should be permanently set to GMT.

Select CLOCK from the setup menu. The current date and time of
the PC and Cello are displayed. The PCs date and time can be set
by pressing function key 1 (F1). Press ENTER to set the Cello
clock to the PC clock.

IMPORTANT: Do not press ENTER before ensuring the PC clock

is correct. For UK systems ensure the PC is set to GMT at all
times.

(vi) Checking signal inputs and adjusting offsets

From the Newlog Menu Select STATUS

From the Status Menu Select INPUT

The ‘live’ reading for the first channel will be displayed. If the
reading appears to be incorrect, this may be due to the scale
factor entered in the Notepad being incorrect or the offset
requiring adjustment.

If the input requires zeroing, or the offset to be adjusted, this is

achieved as follows:

From the Newlog Menu Select STATUS

From the Status Menu Select INPUT

Press F1 and overtype the displayed value with the required value
e.g. 0 for a pressure channel.

Press the SPACE key to change to the next channel and check all
enabled channels.

IMPORTANT: Cellos with an integral pressure sensor must always

be zeroed after configuration!

Press ESCAPE twice to return to the Newlog menu.

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 (vii) Starting recording

Select START/STOP

The current Cello status will be presented. This should read as

follows:

Cello 3.xx is at Standby (where xx is the firmware version)

Ready to start immediately
Rotating store mode
10 sec. time resolution

The following menu will also be displayed:

Clr+Start
Pre-set
Mode
Time res.
Quit

Select Clr+Start.

The Cello will now commence logging.

The Cello will automatically send its logger settings details to the
PMAC PC, and the site will be created in the PMAC database.

The setup is now complete.

Disconnect the PC/Laptop from the Cello/FBU.

3.2.2 PC PMAC Software

Technolog’s PMAC Plus software (issued August 2000 or later) should be

installed on the host PC. The software installation procedure is detailed
separately in the PMAC Plus user manual.

(i) Connecting Cello to the host PC

Connect the PC serial port to the Cello communications port (4

way connector).

Note: Cello IS requires a ‘fast barrier unit’ (FBU) to be interposed

between the PC and the Cello IS.

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(ii) Configuring Cello for an application

Execute the PMAC software and proceed as follows:

From the PMAC Main Window, choose Local Comms and click
on the Logger tab.

Select Setup Logger to display the Cello Setup window.

Click on Configure Logger and select the configuration file

required for the application.

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 Click on Open to write the configuration to Cello. You will be
prompted to either close the window or configure another logger
once this process is complete.

Note: Configuring any logger will overwrite any data currently

stored in the logger.

The Cello is now configured for the application.

(iii) Entering site details in the Cello Notepad

From the Local Comms menu, click on the Logger tab.

Select Setup Logger to display the Cello Setup window.

Choose Setup Notepad. The Cello Notepad will be displayed.

The precise details will be dependent on the configuration file but
will generally be as follows:

This would normally include Site name, Site No. and PMAC ID
which are all editable. Click on each one in turn and enter the site
specific details. Additional lines relate to the individual channels
and would include, for example, the pressure range for a pressure
channel or the flow scale factor for a flow channel. Select Write
Notepad to save the details to Cello.

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(iv) Setting the remote communications parameters

Select the Dial-Out Settings button to display Logger Dial Out

and Alarm Editor window.

Firstly, tick the box Enable regular wake-up.

Secondly, enter the number of the host PC communications

device that will receive the data into the SMS Data field. For
Cellos using the UK Vodafone network, this will be 23533900
followed by the six-digit NUA of the RadioPad e.g.
23533900123456

If required, the Logger Wake-Up Hour can be changed.

Once completed click Update Logger to return to the Cello Setup

Window.

(v) Setting the Cello clock

The Cello clock can be set at any time during the setup procedure
by clicking on the General Settings option in the Cello Setup
window and choosing Sync to PC Time.

IMPORTANT: Do not exit before ensuring the PC clock is correct.

For UK systems ensure the PC is set to GMT at all times.

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 (vi) Checking signal inputs and adjusting offsets

Select Setup Live Inputs from the Cello Setup window.

The Input configuration for the first channel will be displayed. If the
reading appears to be incorrect, this may be due to the scale
factor entered in the Notepad being incorrect or the offset
requiring adjustment.

If the input requires zeroing, or the offset to be adjusted, this is

achieved as follows:

Zeroing an input channel

Apply a signal representing zero (e.g. for a pressure channel, vent

the pressure port to atmosphere) then select Set Input followed
by Zero Input. Select Close to return to the Cello Setup window.

Select the <Prev Channel or Next Channel> buttons to change to

the next channel. Check all enabled channels.

IMPORTANT: Cellos with an integral pressure sensor must always

be zeroed after configuration!

Adjusting the offset for an input channel

Apply a signal representing a known value and select Set Input.

Overtype the displayed value with the required value and select
Write Changes to return to the Cello Setup window.

(vii) Starting recording

Choose the General Settings option in the Cello Setup window

and select Start Logger. PMAC will now start the Cello logging.

The Cello will automatically send its logger settings details to the
PMAC Host PC, and the site will be created in the Host PC PMAC
database.

The setup is now complete. Close down the Local Comms

window and disconnect the PC/Laptop from the Cello/FBU.

3.2.3 Psion Workabout DRAGONS Software

The Technolog DRAGONS software can be navigated using either the

Menu key to present a list of options, or by using the ‘Psion shortcut’
method. This User Guide assumes the use of shortcuts.

To enter a shortcut, hold down the key labeled u whilst briefly pressing
the letter of the shortcut. For example, the shortcut for Interrogate is uI,
this is entered by holding down the u key whilst briefly pressing the I key.

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All of the setup menus are accessed by interrogating the Cello. Whilst in
this mode, a power save feature operates to conserve the Cello’s internal
battery. After interrogating the Cello, if a key is not pressed for
approximately 120 seconds, the interrogation is halted and information
that has been entered during that session may be lost. A warning sound
is produced after approximately 90 seconds of not pressing a key.

Version 1.11ß16 or later of the Technolog DRAGONS software should be

installed on the host PC. The software installation procedure is detailed
separately in the DRAGONS user manual.

(i) Connecting Cello to the Psion Workabout

Connect the Workabout RS232 port to the Cello communications

port (4 way connector).

Note: Cello IS requires a ‘fast barrier unit’ (FBU) to be interposed

between the PC and the Cello IS.

(ii) Configuring Cello for an application

Execute the DRAGONS software and proceed as follows:

Enter the shortcut uI to interrogate the Cello.

Enter uO to display the configuration window and use the cursor

keys to select the required configuration file. Once chosen, press
Enter to configure the Cello. The Cello will now be configured for
the application.

(iii) Entering site details in the Cello Notepad

Enter uN to display the Notepad details.

The precise details will be dependent on the configuration file but

will generally be as follows:

Logger details
Site name:
Site No.: 00000001
PMAC ID:

This would normally include Site name, Site No. and PMAC ID
which are all editable. Use the cursor keys and the Enter key to
enter the required details for each field. Other fields would include
details for individual channels, for example, the pressure range for
a pressure channel or the flow scale factor for a flow channel.

Once complete, press uX to exit the Notepad window. Press

Enter to write the changes to Cello.

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(iv) Setting the remote communications parameters

Enter uI to interrogate the Cello

Enter uA to display the Remote/Alarms menu
Enter uD to change the Dial-Out Settings

Use the cursor keys to highlight the line and press Enter and
change the details.

Enter the number of the host PC communications device that will

receive the data into the Host PC Number field. For Cellos using
the UK Vodafone network, this will be 23533900 followed by the
six-digit NUA of the RadioPad e.g. 23533900123456

If required, the Logger Dial-out time can be changed.

Once completed, press Enter to return to the Remote/Alarms

menu.

Enter uR to enable the Regular Dial-Out and then press Enter.

Enter uX to exit.

(v) Setting the Cello clock

All Cellos used in the UK should be permanently set to GMT.

Enter uL to display the current date and time of the Workabout

and the Cello.

Press ENTER to set the Cello clock to the Workabout clock.

IMPORTANT: Do not press ENTER before ensuring the

Workabout clock is correct. For UK systems ensure the
Workabout clock is set to GMT at all times. BST.

(vi) Connecting the Cello for pressure measurement with Dragons

From the interrogated Cello menu press uI to check the logger

input. After a short delay the current pressure input measurement
will appear. Ensure that this is zero before connecting the Cello by
pressing Shift+Ctrl+Enter to zero the input.

(vii) Checking signal inputs and adjusting offsets

Enter uI to display the inputs.

The ‘live’ reading for the first channel will be displayed. If the
reading appears to be incorrect, this may be due to the scale
factor entered in the Notepad being incorrect or the offset
requiring adjustment.

If the input requires zeroing, or the offset to be adjusted, this is

achieved as follows:
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 Zeroing an input channel

Apply a signal representing zero (e.g. for a pressure channel, vent

the pressure port to atmosphere) then hold down the Shift, Ctrl
and Enter keys together.

Use the ← or → keys to change to the next channel. Check all

enabled channels.

IMPORTANT: Cellos with an integral pressure sensor must always

be zeroed after configuration!

Adjusting the offset for an input channel

Apply a signal representing a known value and hold down the

Shift, Ctrl and * keys. Overtype the displayed value with the
required value and select Enter.

(viii) Starting recording

Enter uZ to toggle the recording status.

Select Enter to start recording.

The Status, date & time, PMAC ID, timebase and recording mode
will now be displayed.

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4 Cello Alarms

Cello supports three types of alarm strategy. These are high and low threshold
alarms, high and low threshold alarms that operate only during a preset time
window (windowed alarms) and profile alarms. All alarms can be programmed
using the PMAC Plus Alarm Wizard software.

To amend or save Cello alarms, execute PMAC and login with System Manager
privileges.

(i) Execute the Alarm Wizard for your chosen site. The alarm wizard icon is
displayed as a Bell in the top line of the site database screen for all sites
where alarms are possible.

(ii) Click on File-> Open and load the .dat file for the particular channel of the
Cello you wish to create alarms for.

(iii) One day of data for the channel of data selected will be displayed. Use
the arrow keys in to move around the data.

The red mark at the bottom of your screen is the time that Cello transmits
data.

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(iv) Select: Alarms then Set Alarms, to display the Alarm Settings window.
Select each of the five tabs in turn entering the alarm options as required.

(v) Select OK. The alarms levels will now appear on screen. The following
colour scheme is used:

Feature Line
Alarms Solid red
Data Solid blue
Windowed alarms Red dashed
Current alarm profile Orange dashed (with the corresponding
deadband limits above and below in solid red)

To adjust the profile from the default flat line (set at zero), use the mouse
to draw lines as required.

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 Any adjustments can be made by returning to the Alarm Settings window
or by adjusting the alarms (drag and drop) on screen. Following any
adjustments being made, a message will be displayed at the top of the
screen stating ‘This profile has not been sent to the Logger’.

(vi) Once the alarm levels have been set, the settings can be transferred to
the Cello. Click on File then Send to Remote Logger. At this point you
may be asked to save the alarms details to the .lgr file. PMAC will now
send the alarm details to the Cello. At some time in the future (depending
on the Cello settings this may take several days!) the host PC receive
confirmation that the alarm settings have been transferred to the Cello
and the message at the top of the Alarm Wizard screen will change
accordingly.

(vii) At the recording interval following where the data has crossed an alarm
threshold, an alarm message will be transmitted to the host PC.
Depending on the settings, the Cello may also update the data for a
predefined period of time following the alarm (e.g. 6 updates at intervals of
30 minutes), or send a ‘Safe’ message at the recording interval following
the data returning within limits.

IMPORTANT: Care should be taken when setting alarm limits. If the limits
are set incorrectly, or to close to the normal limits, the alarm system will
become a nuisance to the user, reduce battery life and waste messages.
Profile alarms are not supported on Cellos earlier than Version 3.33.

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5 Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing difficulty with your Cello, check the troubleshooting table
below. If you still have problems after consulting the table, contact Technolog
Cello Support on +44 (0) 1629 823611 or email [email protected].

Error Message Possible Cause Suggested Remedy

Cello unable to register on

Modem failed to Perform new signal strength
network. Probably due to
register test or reposition Cello.
poor signal strength.
Cello message sending
Message send longer Usually due to PMAC
takes more than 5 seconds.
than normal & requesting missing data.
Probably due to more data
Unknown Code 26 Check for gaps in data.
than usual in the message.
No response to initial
Cello internal fault Contact Technolog
AT command
Difficulties sending/receiving See +CMS ERROR: 38 or
Timeout sending
messages due to poor signal reposition Cello to improve
message
strength or network failure. signal strength.
Connection between local Temporary network fault,
+CMS ERROR: 21 base station and message probably due to maintenance.
centre is unavailable. Should not re-occur.
Modem cannot detect SIM Check SIM card is correctly
+CME ERROR: 10
card. fitted.
Modem cannot detect SIM Check SIM card is correctly
+CMS ERROR: 310
card. fitted.
+CMS ERROR: 512 & If error regularly occurs,
Generic network errors.
Unknown Code 27 contact Technolog.

+CMS ERROR: 513 & If error regularly occurs,

Generic network errors.
Unknown Code 28 contact Technolog.

+CMS ERROR: 514 & If error regularly occurs,

Generic network errors.
Unknown Code 29 contact Technolog.
If error regularly occurs,
+CMS ERROR: 515 Generic network errors.
contact Technolog.
Cello has received incoming Ignore, error should disappear
RING ERROR
voice call. over time.
If problem persists, contact the
+CMS ERROR: 38 Network out of order.
GSM service provider.
Cello has used up all the Contact Technolog to arrange
Message Count
SMS messages available to for more SMS messages to be
register empty
it. sent to the Cello.
Cello messages have Contact Technolog to arrange
Message Count
expired due to excessive for a Clear Expiry message to
Register expired
time since last use. be sent to Cello.

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The Cello records errors in an error log. Each entry in the error log contains the
date and time of the error, the signal strength at the time the error occurred (if
known), the duration the modem was switched on and the error code or
message. The Cello is normally configured to send error messages to the host
PC when it next has contact with the network. PMAC displays errors in the form
of Alarm Banners, and records the information in the Alarm Log.

This error log can be accessed locally through the error log option in the remote
menu of GPS or by using the MON-2 diagnostic program.

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5.1 PMAC Files

Several file types are used by PMAC with Cellos.

(i) Logger files (.lgr), stored in the PMAC/Loggers directory. This file contains
details of the Cello’s notepad. These are created when the Cello is started
recording and is amended if any details are changed locally in the Cello.
Alarm settings are also saved as part of this file

(ii) Data files (.dat), stored in the PMAC/Data directory. Each file contains the
data from each Cello, sorted by PMAC ID and channel. Data is appended
to the .dat file every time the Cello dials in with new data.

(iii) Message Information File (.mif), stored in the PMAC/Data/Log directory.

Holds information on the number of messages in the Cello and when the
last message was received. Used in the Cello Message Count software.

(iv) Alarm Information File (.aif), stored in the PMAC/Data/Log directory.

Holds information on the current alarm settings for the Cello in question.

(v) Debug files (.txt), stored in the PMAC/Debug directory. Contains

information relating to all activity on the Communication ports during the
day the file was created. Files of the type Year_Month_Day_PMACDbg.txt
are used in the GetCello diagnostic software. Debug files are
automatically deleted when they become more than thirty days old.

If you delete a Cello site from PMAC, be sure that all relevant .dat, .lgr, .mif and
.aif files are deleted.

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Appendix 1

Signal Connection Details

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Appendix 2

The ‘Scotch-lok’ Connecting System

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Appendix 3

Cello Specifications

Pressure and Flow Cello

Inputs Channel 1 - absolute pressure
Channel 2 – flow
Channel 3 - flow
Pressure Inputs Input range 0-100 m or 0-200 m
Operating temperature range: +1›C to +20›C (water)
Accuracy/resolution: ±0.5% of range
Pressure port: standard quick-fit male probe
Flow Inputs Pulses counted over and recorded at preset intervals
Universal Cello
Inputs Number of channels: 8
Channel types: Voltage, event, state, count, frequency
(independently selected on each channel)
Input impedance: >300 kW
Input protection: Protected against reverse connection and over voltage
Voltage input: Range 0 to 2.5 volts, 0.01 volt accuracy and Resolution
Event input: Switch closure or logic pulse, date and time of event stored,
resolution 1 second or 10 seconds
State input: Switch closure or logic state
On state change, date, time and new state are stored, resolution 1 second or
10 seconds.
Count input: Switch closures or logic pulses, maximum rate 10 per second
(Counted over and recorded at preset intervals). 16,000 maximum per logging
interval
Frequency input: Switch closures or logic pulses, maximum frequency 16
kHz, programmable sampling period of 1 to 250 seconds, independent of
recording rate. Resolution 0.01% maximum

Outputs 2 independent digital outputs for transducer power control and alarm
signalling (0 and 3 volt levels, active low, 100kW output impedance) 1 fixed
output for “open collector” signal bias (3 volts, 33kW output impedance)
GSM Modem Frequency: 900 MHz (Vodafone, O2), 1800 MHz (Orange, T-Mobile), 1900
Mhz. Integral antenna
General Specifications
Serial Port Type: Full duplex, asynchronous
Data rate: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps
Memory Type: Solid state, non-volatile
Size: 128K, allocatable between channels as required (max 64K/channel)
Clock Type: Crystal controlled calendar clock with leap year adjustment
Accuracy: 100 seconds per month maximum error over operating temperature
range
Synchronisation: Option to synchronise clock to GSM network
Supply Type: Internally powered by a single lithium battery pack, factory
exchangeable
Life: Typical battery life 5 years depending on mode of use
Internal back up cell maintains logging and local communications when main
battery pack is discharged
Recording Recording interval: Programmable between 1 second and 1 hours
Data storage: Rotating store, or store until full
Alarm Dial-Out High/low alarms independently programmable on each channel.
Continuous, time window and profile modes of operation. Option to update
data more frequently after an alarm
Environmental Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
Protection classification: IP68, submersible to 1 metre
Connectors Military specification, conforming to MIL-C-26482
Mechanical Dimensions: 191 x 10 x 15 Weight: 1 kg
Suitable for use in water meter boundary boxes: Ebco, Atplas,
Fusion Meters, Talbot. (For others, please contact Technolog.)

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Cello IS Specifications

Certification Intrinsically safe EEx ia IIC T4

SIRA 02ATEX 2016X
Inputs Channel 1 - Pressure
Channel 2 - Flow
Channel 3 - Flow
Pressure Input Input range (gauge): 0 - 75 mbar, 0 - 100 mbar, 0 - 350 mbar, 0 - 1 bar, 0 - 2
bar, 0 - 7 bar
Input range (absolute): 0 - 10 bar, 0 - 20 bar, 0 - 50 bar, 0 - 70 bar
Recording strategy: pressure sampled at 1 min rate, mean value stored at the
recording interval
Accuracy/resolution: ± 0.5% of range
Pressure port: female ¼ BSP taper thread
Flow Inputs Pulses counted over and recorded at preset intervals
Serial Port/Fast Barrier Type: full duplex, asynchronous
Data rate: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps
GSM Modem Frequency: 900 MHz (Vodafone, MMO2), 1800 MHz (Orange, T-Mobile),
1900 Mhz
Integral antenna
Data Storage Type: solid state
Size: 128k, allocated between channels as required (max 64k/channel)
Data retention: 5 years (life of battery)
Clock Type: crystal controlled calendar clock with leap year adjustment
Accuracy: 100 seconds per month maximum error over operating temperature
range
Synchronisation: option to synchronise clock to GSM network
Supply Type: internally powered by an intrinsically safe replaceable lithium battery
pack
Life: typical battery life 5 years depending on mode of use
Internal back-up cell maintains logging and local communications during main
battery change
Recording Recording interval: programmable between 1 second and 1 hour
Data storage: rotating store or store until full
Alarm Dial-Out High/low alarms independently programmable on each channel.
Continuous, time window and profile modes of operation. Option to send data
more frequently after an alarm.
Environmental Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C
Protection classification: Flow versions and absolute pressure versions: IP68
Gauge pressure versions: IP66 (IP68 when used with expansion bellows)
Connectors Flow input: M12, 3 pole, dual keyway stainless steel
Communications: M12, 4 pole, single keyway, stainless steel
Mechanical Dimensions: 191 x 140 x 150 Weight: 1 kg

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