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Technical Information
Tankvision NXA820, NXA821,
NXA822
Inventory Management System with completely
integrated software for operation via standard web
browser

Valid from SW version 02.00.00

Application
Tankvision is a dedicated tank inventory system which is operated by a standard web
browser and does not require proprietary software or licensing costs.

Tankvision is based on a distributed architecture on a Local Area Network (LAN). Due

to its modular structure it can be adjusted to any application. It is ideally suited for
small tank farms with only a couple of tanks, but also for large refineries with hundreds
of tanks.

Tankvision consists of the following components:

• Tankvision Tank Scanner NXA820
scans parameters from tank gauges and
performs tank calculations (option)
• Tankvision Data Concentrator NXA821
summarizes data from various Tank Scanners NXA820
• Tankvision Host Link NXA822
provides data to host systems (such as PLC or DCS) via Modbus

Your benefits
• License-free
• Approved for custody transfer applications according to NMI, PTB and others
• Global system engineering and service support
• A robust industrial operating system with embedded software ensures high stability
and availability.
• Modular design; easily adjustable to any application; can be upgraded as required
• Configuration, commissioning and operation via web browser; no proprietary
software required
• Access for up to 10 users per Tankvision component from any connected PC
• Common hardware platform for all components; no hard disc or fans to wear out
• Volume calculations and correction included according to international standards
(API/ASTM/IP tables) in Tank Scanner NXA820 (optional)
• Predefined or customized operator screens for typical operation of a tank farm
(optional)
• Includes OPC Data Access server (3.0) for Windows PC
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Table of Contents

Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Human interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Inventory control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Operating concept . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Inventory calculations (option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Remote configuration of measuring equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Application areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Certificates and approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Metrological approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Function and system design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
System design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Supplementary documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Description of Instrument Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Registered trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Typical system configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
MODBUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Wiring example for NXA820/821/822 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Wiring example for NXA820 "Interface only" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Java . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Wiring examples for a wireless connection of NXA820 . . . . . . 8

Function of the components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Tankvision Tank Scanner NXA820 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tankvision OPC Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tankvision Alarm Pop-Up-Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tankvision Printer Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tankvision Data Concentrator NXA821 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Tankvision Host Link NXA822 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
NXA820 "Interface only" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Power supply NXA 82x . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Galvanic isolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LAN connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fieldbus protocols (NXA820) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Host connection (NXA822) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
NXA Status Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Mounting location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ambient temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Storage temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Relative humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Ingress protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Mechanical construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installation considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
System requirements
of user PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Network requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Shielding and Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Applications
Inventory control By using Tankvision to monitor the tank level and stored volume of valuable liquids remotely, owners
or operators of tank farms or terminals for petroleum products and chemicals (liquids) can visualize
the volume of the stored medium in real time. The data can be used to plan the inventory and
distribution. The data can also be used to manage tank farm operations like pumping or transferring
products.
Tankvision has its unique concept using network technology. Without using proprietary software, the
users can visualize and manage their valuable liquids stored in the tanks by a web browser.
Tankvision is a flexible and cost effective solution due to its scalable architecture. The application
coverage goes from small depots with only a few tanks up to refineries.

Choosing the "Interface only" option in Tank Scanner it becomes a fit-for-purpose interface unit to the
tank gauges for Tankvision Professional.

Inventory calculations Based on measured variables and tank capacity tables, Tankvision calculates:
(option) • Gross volumes
• Net volumes
• Mass
Volumes and density of products like
• Hydrocarbons
• LPG's
• Asphalt
• Alcohols
are corrected according to international standards, including API/ASTM tables 5A, 5B/6, 53A, 53B/
54, 23/24, LPG, alcoholometric tables according to OIML R22 tables I, II, IIIA, IVA, VI, VII. This includes
temperature corrections at 15 °C, 60 °F and alternative temperatures. Additionally, available pumpable
volumes and water volume are calculated.
Up to 200000 strapping points in sum over all tanks are supported for vertical, spherical and bullet
tanks.
More standards are added continuously. Please ask Endress+Hauser for an updated list.

Remote configuration of Tankvision does not only acquire the current measured level or volume from the tanks. The
measuring equipment configuration of device settings from the control room is also possible by using FieldCare, the operating
software from Endress+Hauser, for the connected Endress+Hauser devices. Tankvision passes on the
device setting information transparently, so that all device functions for the respective operating
software are available from the control room. Some on-site operations can be avoided using this
feature during commissioning or maintenance. (The availability of this feature may depend on the
system configuration.)

Application areas • tank farms in refineries

• ship loading terminals
• marketing and distribution terminals
• pipeline terminals
• logistic terminals for tanks storing products like crude oils, refined white and black products,
chemicals, LPGs, fuels, biofuels, alcohols

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Function and system design

System design Tank management visualization without proprietary software
Tankvision is the first tank management visualization system providing its functionality without the
need to have proprietary software installed and maintained on a PC. The main functionality is realized
by embedded web pages in the Tankvision components. Tankvision uses an industrial proven operating
system and provides high availability. Tankvision is not based on a PC platform and runs independent
of connected PCs. This eliminates the need to maintain a specialized PC with a Windows operating
system and necessary updates and hot fixes. Tankvision web pages can be accessed from a standard PC
with a web browser and the Java Runtime Environment only. Multiple users with different roles can
simultaneously log in to each Tankvision component. Additional users can be added as required. There
are no multi-user licence fees.
Please check with Endress+Hauser for recommendations on PC, operating system and web browser.

Examples of operating pages

Tank group

NXA82x_Tank-Group-Window_Detailed

1 Internet Explorer menu and symbol bar

2 Navigation tree
3 Main window
4 Alarms and events viewer

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Single tank

NXA82x_Single-Tank-Window_Detailed

1 Navigation tree
2 Main window
3 Alarms and events viewer

Distributed architecture and scalability

Tankvision is based on a distributed architecture on a Local Area Network (LAN). Coordinated
components perform all inventory management tasks. The modular design makes it easy to enlarge
the system whenever required and to add further tank areas.
Thus, Tankvision is fully scalable and is ideally suited for applications of any size - from small tank
farms to large refineries.

Common hardware platform

The Tankvision components have dedicated tasks in a system, but have a common architecture, based
on a 32 Bit processor. The embedded tank management software uses a multi-threaded real time
operating system (RTOS), specifically designed for industrial applications. The hardware is designed
without wear-out components like hard discs or fans. This guarantees high reliability.

System configuration Configuration of the components

Each Tankvision component has its own data base and a web server. The components are connected
and exchange data with time stamp and status information. Data is optionally encrypted and secured
by a CRC checksum.
The Tankvision components are configured with static IP addresses, which are reserved on a DHCP
network.
The configuration pages are embedded in the Tankvision components and allow configuration of
Tankvision via a connected web browser without configuration software. No Internet access is
necessary, as all pages are loaded from the Tankvision system itself.

Configuration of the connected tank gauges/sensors

Tankvision supports connection of the Endress+Hauser configuration tool, FieldCare, via LAN. This
enables configuration of the tank gauges if they support remote configuration (e.g. Proservo, Tank Side
Monitor and the level radars Micropilot S and Micropilot).
The tank gauges must be connected to the Tank Scanner NXA820 in one of the following ways:
• via a field protocol
• via HART to the Tank Side Monitor NRF590 (version 02.04) which in turn is connected via one of
the following protocols to the Tank Scanner NXA820:
– MODBUS
– Sakura V1

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Features • Representation of tank data

Tank data can be represented graphically or in tables. The corresponding HTML pages are
predefined.
• Definition and management of tank groups
The total contents of static or dynamic tank groups (e.g. of tanks containing the same product) can
be displayed.
• Definition and management of products
Product characteristics can be defined. The defined product can be attributed to a number of tanks.
• Trend display
Real time and historical trends of the tank parameters can be displayed. The data is stored in the
internal memory.
• Archive
Tankvision stores measured and calculated data, log files and alarms on the internal flash memory.
• Alarms
Limit alarms (high-high, high, low, low-low) can be defined for measured and calculated tank
parameters. An alarm bar visualizes alarms in the browser window.
Alarms can be reported by an optional Alarm Popup1) window.
• Products
A product database allows definition of 50 products per NXA or shared in the system.
• Monitoring of transfers
Product transfers from and to tanks can be monitored. Pre-alarms can be generated before
completion of the transfer. A report is issued after the transfer.
• Auditing
An auditing table contains all events such as alarms or configuration changes.
• Log-In roles
Log-In roles with different access rights (supervisor, operator, guest) can be assigned to users and
user groups.
• Reports
Reports are predefined as HTML pages. They can be sent to a printer connected to a computer at
scheduled time intervals by an optional Printer Agent1.
• Volume calculation and correction
Available calculation tables according to API, ASTM and IP can be integrated.
• Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Tankvision uses an intuitive and optimized user interface (e.g. automatic creation of dynamic tank
groups).
• Remote access
Any PC with the specified requirements which is connected to the Intranet can be connected with
Tankvision.
• OPC Server
Data can be transferred to other systems using the open OPC standard (OPC DA 3.0).

Security IT security
We only provide a warranty if the device is installed and used as described in the Operating
Instructions. The device is equipped with security mechanisms to protect it against any inadvertent
changes to the device settings.
IT security measures in line with operators' security standards and designed to provide additional
protection for the device and device data transfer must be implemented by the operators themselves.
Endress+Hauser can be contacted to provide support in performing this task.

1) available for Windows on the device to upload

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Typical system configuration

Wiring example for NXA820/
821/822 4
NXA820

5
2 3
1 6
NXA822

7 7
NXA820 NXA820

8 8

NXA82x_Wiring_example

1 DCS/PLC (Distributed control system/Programmable logic controlled)

2 Modbus
3 Host Link NXA822
4 Data Concentrator NXA821
5 Switch
6 Operator with Browser/SupplyCare Enterprise (Server)
7 Tank Scanner NXA820
8 Fieldbus protocol

Wiring example for NXA820

"Interface only" 1 3 4

1 2

10
6
7
NXA30
8 NXA30
8 NXA30
8

9 9 9

NXA30_Wiring_example

1 DCS / PLC (Distributed control system / Programmable logic controlled)

2 Host Link NXA822
3 OPC Server (Open Platform Communications)
4 FieldCare
5 Tankvision Professional NXA85 Workstation/SupplyCare Enterprise (Server)
6 Switch
7 Ethernet

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8 Tank Scanner NXA820

9 Fieldbus protocol (Modbus, Sakura V1, Whessoe WM550)
10 Modbus RTU RS 232/485 or Modbus TCP

Wiring examples for a wirel-

ess connection of NXA820 1

2
NXA820

6
4

5
NXA82x_Wiring_example_Wireless-connection_E+H

1 Operator with Browser

2 Tank Scanner NXA820
3 MODBUS RTU communication RS-485 serial interface
4 Endress+Hauser WirelessHART Fieldgate SWG70
5 Endress+Hauser WirelessHART Adapter SWA70
6 WirelessHART communication interface (IEC 62591)

2
NXA820

4
3

3
NXA82x_Wiring_example_Wireless-connection

1 Operator with Browser

2 Tank Scanner NXA820
3 Banner DX80DR2M-H-13680 or Banner DX80DR2M-H or Banner DX80DR9M-H
4 Wireless Modbus RTU RS 232/485 or Modbus TCP

The field instruments can also be connected to Tankvision Tank Scanner with appropriate wireless
components.

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For custody transfer applications (see chapter Certificates → ä 14) the following components can be
applied:
• Banner DX80DR2M-H-13680
• Banner DX80DR2M-H
• Banner DX80DR9M-H

For distributed systems special requirements apply. Please contact your local Endress+Hauser
representitive.

Function of the components

Tankvision Tank Scanner • The Tank Scanner NXA820 connects multiple tank gauges from up to 15 tanks via one field-loop.
NXA820 The Tank Scanner NXA820 supports different field protocols (Modbus EIA485, Sakura V1,
Whessoematic WM550).
• The measured values are transmitted by the network and visualized on HTML pages.
• The Tank Scanner NXA820 can be used stand-alone for small tank farms, but also be integrated into
a large system for use in refineries.
• The Tank Scanner NXA820 is optionally equipped with a full set of tank inventory calculations. The
calculations are based on various international standards such as API, ASTM, IP and many others.
Measured values are used to calculate volume and mass.

System limitations In order to ensure the best performance and system stability we recommend following limitations:
• Maximum 2000 parameters can be scanned from the field (all tanks counted together)
• Maximum 100000 straps can be used for the strapping tables (all tanks counted together)
• Maximum 1500 points for the TPD tables (all products counted together)
• Maximum 20 parameters can be archived per tank per 5 minute
• Maximum 20 parameters can be archived per group per 5 minute
• Maximum 10 groups (Static Group or Dynamic Group) can be defined
• Minimum 1 h between each archive export
• Maximum 10 scheduled reports via the Printer Agent per hour
• Maximum 3 Internet explorer browser pages open
By reducing the one or the other limit other can be augmented. In order to prevent unstable
system it is recommended to configure automated reports or archive exports sequentially, in
order to distrubute the load.

Tankvision OPC Server • The OPC Server is a Windows program installed on a PC connecting to NXA820 and allows access to
measured and calculated tank parameters.
• The OPC Server connects to OPC clients on the same PC or other PCs via LAN.
• The OPC Server supports browsing tanks and tank parameters on NXA820.
• The OPC Server is included in each NXA820 and can be downloaded.
• The OPC Server is based on OPC DA V3.0

Tankvision Alarm Pop-Up- • The Alarm Pop-Up-Agent is a Windows program installed on a PC, connecting to NXA820/NXA821.
Agent • The program is running in the background and scans for alarms generated in NXA820/NXA821.
• If an alarm is present, a pop-up window opens displaying the alarm.
• The alarm can be acknowledged within this window.
• The window can only be closed if no alarm is active.

Alarm-Popup-Agent

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Tankvision Printer Agent • The Printer Agent is a Windows program installed on a PC, connecting to NXA820/NXA821.
• The program is running in the background and enables printing reports on connected printers.
• Up to 3 printers (directly connected to the PC or network printers) can be assigned to the Printer
Agent.
• If a printout can not be performed, a record is kept within the Printer Agent.

Tankvision Data • The NXA821 Tankvision Data Concentrator is the enhanced solution for large tank farms and
Concentrator NXA821 refineries. The Data Concentrator is required if:
– the plant contains more than one field loop (each of which has its own Tank Scanner NXA820)
– tanks of more than one Tank Scanner NXA820 are to be grouped
• The Data Concentrator collects the data of several Tank Scanner units and enables reconciliation and
totalization of the tank data of many or all tanks in structured groups.
• Alarms and events from all connected Tank Scanners NXA820 can be shown in a common screen.
Any tank of the system can be assigned to any tank group, regardless of the Tank Scanner it is linked
to. This ensures the highest possible flexibility for the plant or tank farm.
• An alarm pop-up shows alarms of all connected Tank Scanners NXA820 even if the web browser is
closed.
• 90 tanks (more on request) can be allocated to each Data Concentrator NXA821. Each of these tanks
must have been allocated to a Tank Scanner NXA820 beforehand.
• Tanks from up to 6 different Tank Scanners NXA820 (more on request) can be integrated in this
way.

Tankvision Host Link • The Host Link NXA822 collects data from all Tank Scanners NXA820 on a network and transfers
NXA822 them to the host system.
• The MODBUS option supports serial EIA-232(RS) and EIA-485(RS) or MODBUS TCP/IP. The
NXA822 is configured as a MODBUS slave. Supported functions are:
– Coil Status (#01)
– Holding Registers (#03)
– Input Registers (#04)
– Write Modbus Values (#06)
– Write Multiple Value (#16)
• The MODBUS register map is described via XML files and can easily be adapted to individual
MODBUS master requirements.
• Gauge commands for Servo Gauges
• 90 tanks (more on request) can be allocated to each Host Link NXA822. Each of these tanks must
have been allocated to a Tank Scanner NXA820 beforehand.
• Tanks from up to 6 different Tank Scanners NXA820 (more on request) can be integrated in this
way.

NXA820 "Interface only" Operation

• Scans for the tank parameters and their status via Modbus, Sakura V1 or Whessoe WM550 protocol
• Forwards the tank parameters to Tankvision Professional and/or Tankvision OPC Server and/or
Tankvision Host Link
• Forwards Gauge commands from the Inventory systems to the tank gauges

Configuration
The configuration is done via a comprehensive web page which can be accessed by standard web
browser.

The setup consist of only 3 steps:

• Date and Time setting
• Network settings
• Protocol settings
A variety of scanning routines can be selected which cover most of the typical application needs. In
addition those scanning routines can be easily tuned for more specialized application requirements.
Applying the Field Link in Weight & Measure approved systems needs an additional configuration
step.

Remote configuration of measuring equipment

Tankvision Field Link does not only acquire the current measured values from the tanks. The
configuration of device settings from the control room is also possible by using FieldCare, the Plant

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Asset Management tool from Endress+Hauser, for the connected Endress+Hauser devices. Tankvision
Field Link passes on the device setting information transparently, so that all device functions for the
respective operating software are available from the control room. Some on-site operations can be
avoided using this feature during commissioning or maintenance (The availability of this feature may
depend on the system configuration.).

Inputs and Outputs

Power supply NXA 82x Instrument version Supply voltage Power Current consumption Fuse
consumption

AC voltage 90 - 250 VAC

max. 23 VA max. 100 mA at 230 VAC 400 mA T
NXA82# - #1####### (50/60Hz)

DC voltage
10.5 - 32 VDC max. 14 W max. 580 mA at 24 VDC 2AT
NXA82# - #2#######

The versions are selectable via order code (→ ä 14).

Galvanic isolation The following terminals are galvanically isolated from each other:
• Alarm relay output
• LAN interfaces
• Fieldbus interface

LAN connections System LAN port

100 BASE-TX, Full/Half Duplex, 100 Mbit, Shielded RJ45 connector
Connects the NXA82x to the Local Area Network (LAN)

Service LAN port

100 BASE-TX, Full/Half Duplex, 100 Mbit, Shielded RJ45 connector
Connects the NXA82x to a local computer only for local commissioning and service operations. The
computer does not become part of the local area network the NXA82x is connected to through the
System LAN port.
This port has a fixed IP address and can also provide the connected computer automatically with a
compatible IP address using a DHCP server built into the NXA82x. For this automatic IP function to
work the computer must be set to obtain its IP address using a DHCP server.
All LAN ports support Auto-MDIX, this system automatically detects the type of cable connected
(either straight or crossed) and adjusts itself to match. With this feature you do not need to
obtain special crossed cables to interconnect Tankvision components.

Fieldbus protocols (NXA820) The Tank Scanner NXA820 is available with the following field protocols:
• MODBUS EIA-master, max. 15 gauges2)
• Sakura V1, max. 10 gauges
• Whessoe 550, max. 15 gauges

Host connection (NXA822) Modbus3)

• EIA-232(RS)
• EIA-485(RS)
• TCP-IP on system LAN port

NXA Status Relay • potential free relay, SPDT

• normally-closed when NXA is operating normally, open when NXA is powered off or fault status
exists

2) Consider the "MODBUS over Serial Line Specification and Implementation Guide V1.02" (Dec. 2006), which can be downloaded from MODBUS-
IDA.org.
3) Consider the "MODBUS over Serial Line Specification and Implementation Guide V1.02" (Dec. 2006) and the "MODBUS Messaging on TCP/IP
Implementation Guide V1.0b" (Oct. 2006), which can be downloaded from MODBUS-IDA.org.

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• switching power:
– 25 VDC, 100 W
– 250 VAC, 4 A, 1000VA

Environment
Mounting location Cabinet or protective housing

Ambient temperature –40 to +60 °C (–40 to +140 °F)

Storage temperature –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F)

Relative humidity max. 90 % at +25 °C (non-condensing)

Ingress protection IP20

Electromagnetic EMC according to the requirements of the EN 61326-series and the NAMUR-recommendation EMC
compatibility (EMC) (NE21). Details can be found in the Declaration of Conformity.

Installation Tankvision Tank Scanner NXA820, Data Concentrator NXA821 and Host Link NXA822 are designed
to be installed in a cabinet, using a standard 35 mm DIN (top-hat) rail conforming to EN50022
(BS5584) (IEC 60715).

Mechanical construction
Dimensions

10
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3.9
)
43 (1.7)

104 (4.1)
35 (1.4)

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5.5 15
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Dimensions in mm (inch)

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Materials Housing
Polycarbonate
Colour: light grey

Front cover
Polyamide PA6
Colour: grey

Installation considerations
It is recommended to take the information contained in the Operating Instructions into
consideration when designing the system architecture (→ ä 15).

System requirements Check the latest information on hardware and software requirements.
of user PC Please contact your local Endress+Hauser Sales Center.

Network requirements Network switches must always be used to interconnect Tankvision components (Network hubs must
never be used).
Only use screened cables (Category 5 or higher).
Network settings
The address range 192.168.1.xxx cannot be configured for the NXA82x devices as it is reserved
for the service (ethernet) port.

NOTICE
EMC requirements
The legal EMC requirements are fulfilled only when
‣ a screened LAN cable is used and
‣ the cable screen is properly terminated to screened RJ45 connectors.

NOTICE
Harsh environments
Most commercial and IT infrastructure networking switches (and components) are not designed to be
used within harsh environments (e.g. temperatures below +5 ºC, dusty or with high levels of EMC or
electrical noise).
‣ It is therefore recommended that only networking components specifically designed for industrial
control purposes be used within the control room (or control cabinet) environment as part of the
Tankvision system.

Shielding and Grounding When planning the shielding and grounding for a fieldbus system, there are three important points to
consider:
• Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
• Explosion protection
• Safety of the personnel
To ensure the optimum electromagnetic compatibility of systems, it is important that the system
components and above all cables, which connect the components, are shielded and that no portion of
the system is unshielded. Ideally, the cable shields are connected to the normally metal housings of the
connected field devices. Since these are generally connected to the protective earth, the shield of the
bus cable is grounded many times. Keep the stripped and twisted lengths of cable shield to the
terminals as short as possible.
This approach, which provides the best electromagnetic compatibility and personnel safety, can be
used without restriction in systems with good potential equalization.
In the case of systems without potential equalization, a power supply frequency (50/60 Hz) equalizing
current can flow between two grounding points which, in unfavourable cases, e.g. when it exceeds the
permissible shield current, may destroy the cable.
To suppress the low frequency equalizing currents on systems without potential equalization, it is
therefore recommended to connect the cable shield directly to the building ground (or protective earth)
at one end only and to use capacitive coupling to connect all other grounding points.

The NXA820 provides two grounding points for the shield, close to the fieldbus interface connector:

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• The “)” terminal, which should already be connected directly to ground

• The “S” terminal (13), which provides capacitive connection to the “)” terminal

NOTICE
EMC requirements
The legal EMC requirements are fulfilled only when
‣ the cable shield is grounded on both sides!

Ordering information
Ordering information Detailed ordering information is available from the following sources:
• In the Product Configurator on the Endress+Hauser website: www.endress.com → Select country →
Instruments → Select device → Product page function: Configure this product
• From your Endress+Hauser Sales Center: www.endress.com/worldwide
Product Configurator - the tool for individual product configuration
• Up-to-the-minute configuration data
• Depending on the device: Direct input of measuring point-specific information such as
measuring range or operating language
• Automatic verification of exclusion criteria
• Automatic creation of the order code and its breakdown in PDF or Excel output format
• Ability to order directly in the Endress+Hauser Online Shop

Human interface
Operating concept Tankvision is operated by a standard web browser (e.g. Microsoft Internet Explorer).
The Tankvision components contain predefined operating pages. If required, they can be adjusted by
the user.

Languages The operating pages are available in the following languages:

• English
• German
• Chinese
• Japanese
• Russian
Check with Endress+Hauser for the latest information on available languages.

Certificates and approvals

Metrological approvals OIML R85 (2008)
Compliance tested by NMi

NMi
Test certificate TC 7445

PTB
Innerstaatliche Bauartzulassung 4.454-08.10
Due to legislational regulations, the connection to other systmes (via Host Link NXA822 or
Tankvision OPC Server) is not included in the approvals listed above.

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Supplementary documentation
Operating Instructions BA00340G
Installation Instructions for NXA820, NXA821 and NXA822
Describes installation, electrical connection and first setup.

BA00424G
Operator Manual for NXA820, NXA821 and NXA822
Describes user interface, user access rights and operation.

BA00426G
System Description for NXA820, NXA821 and NXA822
Describes the connection to gauges and host systems and the calculations the Tank Scanner can
perform.

BA01137G
Operating Instructions for Tankvision NXA820 OPC Server.
Describes installation, configuration and usage.

Description of Instrument BA00339G

Functions
Description of Instrument Functions for Tank Scanner NXA820, Data Concentrator NXA821 and Host
Link NXA822.
Contains a detailed description of all instrument functions.

Registered trademarks
MODBUS MODBUS is a registered trademark of the MODBUS-IDA, Hopkinton, MA, USA

Windows Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation

Java Java is a registered trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

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