User Manual

XView Communication Software

For

XVG/eXVG Gas Fuel Metering Valves

SD-6020 Rev. 2
August 2008

PRECISION ENGINE CONTROLS CORPORATION

This manual provides installation and operating instructions for the XView communication
software for XVG/eXVG gas fuel metering valves.
Every attempt has been made to provide sufficient information in this manual for the
proper installation and use with XVG/eXVG valves. Read this manual in its entirety to
fully understand the software.

If you need additional information, please contact:

Marketing Department
Precision Engine Controls
11661 Sorrento Valley Road
San Diego, California 92121
(858) 792-3217 • (800) 200-4404
Fax: (858) 792-3200
E-mail: [email protected]

© 2008 PRECISION ENGINE CONTROLS. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................1
1.1 About XView .............................................................................................................................................1
1.2 XView Features ........................................................................................................................................1
Parameter Upload Capability .................................................................................................1
Fault File Interrogation ...........................................................................................................2
Real-Time Data Monitoring ....................................................................................................2
Valve Configuration View and Change ..................................................................................2
Flow Characteristic Edit Capability.........................................................................................3
Flow Limit Edit Capability .......................................................................................................3
Parameter Download Capability.............................................................................................3
2 INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................................................5
2.1 System Requirements..............................................................................................................................5
2.2 Installing XView ........................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Connecting to the XVG/eXVG .................................................................................................................8
3 FRONT PANEL CONTROL OPTIONS .......................................................................................................11
3.1 Parameter Upload Window....................................................................................................................12
3.2 Real Time Monitor Function Window ....................................................................................................19
Plot Mode .............................................................................................................................20
Control Panel Mode..............................................................................................................28
3.3 Valve Configuration Window..................................................................................................................30
Operating Mode....................................................................................................................30
Command Signal (A0CH0)...................................................................................................31
Analog Output Channel 0 & Channel 1 ................................................................................31
Gas Constants......................................................................................................................32
Gas Constant Calculator ......................................................................................................32
Real Time R & k Update ......................................................................................................32
Analog Max Flow..................................................................................................................33
Calibration Curve..................................................................................................................33
Electrical Interface................................................................................................................34
Flange Accessory.................................................................................................................34
Flow Characteristic...............................................................................................................34
Flow Limit Setup...................................................................................................................36
Load Parameter File to XView .............................................................................................37
Comm Settings.....................................................................................................................37
Download File to XVG ..........................................................................................................37
3.4 Fault Upload Window.............................................................................................................................38
Upload Faults .......................................................................................................................39
Save To File .........................................................................................................................39
Clear Faults ..........................................................................................................................39
Print ......................................................................................................................................39
4 HOW TO USE XVIEW .................................................................................................................................41
4.1 How To Establish Communication With The Valve..............................................................................41
If Communication Settings Are Not Known ..........................................................................41

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 If Address Is Not Known.......................................................................................................44
If All Communication Settings Are Known............................................................................46
4.2 How To Retrieve / Save Parameters From The Valve.........................................................................48
4.3 How To Troubleshoot The Valve...........................................................................................................50
View / Save / Print the Fault File ..........................................................................................50
Clear Faults From Valve Memory ........................................................................................50
4.4 How To Monitor Real Time Data From The Valve ...............................................................................52
Monitor With Control Panel View .........................................................................................52
Monitor with Plot View ..........................................................................................................52
4.5 How To Change I/O ...............................................................................................................................54
Change Command Signal Input ...........................................................................................54
Change Feedback Outputs ..................................................................................................55
4.6 How To Change Valve Performance ....................................................................................................57
Change Operating Mode......................................................................................................57
Change Gas Constants ........................................................................................................58
Calculate Gas Constants .....................................................................................................59
Change Gas Constants in Real Time...................................................................................60
Save Real Time Gas Constant Changes .............................................................................61
Change Max Flow ................................................................................................................62
Change Flow Characteristic With Existing Data File............................................................62
Change Flow Characteristic With New Data Points.............................................................64
Change Flow Limit Setup With Existing Data File................................................................65
Change Flow Limit Setup With New Data Points.................................................................66
4.7 How To Change Valve Communication Settings .................................................................................68
5 FAULT CODES & DESCRIPTIONS............................................................................................................71
5.1 Operation Parameter Faults ..................................................................................................................71
5.2 Setup Parameter Faults .........................................................................................................................73
6 TROUBLESHOOTING XVIEW....................................................................................................................81
APPENDIX A: PRODUCT DEFINITION NUMBERS .......................................................................................83

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 2-1. Introduction Screen ...............................................................................................................................6
Figure 2-2. Destination Directory Screen ................................................................................................................6
Figure 2-3. Software License Agreement Screen ..................................................................................................7
Figure 2-4. Start Installation Screen ........................................................................................................................7
Figure 2-5. Typical RS232 Serial Interface Connection .........................................................................................8
Figure 2-6. Typical RS485 Serial Interface Connection .........................................................................................8
Figure 3-1. Main Control Panel for XView.............................................................................................................11
Figure 3-2. Initial Parameter Upload Window .......................................................................................................12
Figure 3-3. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the COM Port .....................................................................13
Figure 3-4. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Baud Rate ....................................................................13

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Figure 3-5. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Parity ............................................................................14
Figure 3-6. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Address ........................................................................14
Figure 3-7. Parameter Upload Window – Valve Detected ...................................................................................15
Figure 3-8. Upload Status Bar ...............................................................................................................................15
Figure 3-9. Save Uploaded Parameters Query Window......................................................................................15
Figure 3-10. Parameter Upload Window – No Valve Detected ...........................................................................16
Figure 3-11. No Valve Found Notice.....................................................................................................................16
Figure 3-12. Find Valves – Searching Window ....................................................................................................17
Figure 3-13. Find Valves – Valves Found Window ..............................................................................................17
Figure 3-14. Find Addresses – Searching Window..............................................................................................18
Figure 3-15. Find Addresses – Valves Found Window........................................................................................18
Figure 3-16. Real Time Data Display – Plot Mode ...............................................................................................20
Figure 3-17. Real Time Data Display – Plot Mode ...............................................................................................21
Figure 3-18. Change R and k In Real Time Window............................................................................................22
Figure 3-19. Real Time Data Display – Log Data File..........................................................................................23
Figure 3-20. Data Plot Traces.................................................................................................................................23
Figure 3-21. Data Traces –Plot Options................................................................................................................24
Figure 3-22. Data Traces – Color Options ............................................................................................................24
Figure 3-23. Data Traces – Line Style Options.....................................................................................................25
Figure 3-24. Data Traces – Line Width Options ...................................................................................................25
Figure 3-25. Data Traces – Bar Plot Options........................................................................................................26
Figure 3-26. Data Traces – Fill Base Line Options...............................................................................................26
Figure 3-27. Data Traces – Interpolation Options.................................................................................................27
Figure 3-28. Data Traces – Point Style Options ...................................................................................................27
Figure 3-29. Y-Scale Mapping Mode - Linear.......................................................................................................28
Figure 3-30. Y-Scale Mapping Mode – Log ...........................................................................................................28
Figure 3-31. Flow Rate Units ..................................................................................................................................28
Figure 3-32. Real Time Data Display – Control Panel Mode...............................................................................29
Figure 3-33. Valve Configuration Window ............................................................................................................30
Figure 3-34. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu....................................................................................................31
Figure 3-35. Command Signal Dropdown Menu..................................................................................................31
Figure 3-36. Analog Output Parameter Dropdown Menu ....................................................................................31
Figure 3-37. Analog Output Feedback Dropdown Menu .....................................................................................32
Figure 3-38. Gas Constant Calculator Window ....................................................................................................33
Figure 3-39. Flow Characteristic Window .............................................................................................................35
Figure 3-40. Flow Limit Setup Window (sample characteristics shown).............................................................36
Figure 3-41. Valve Communication Settings Window..........................................................................................37

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Figure 3-42. Fault Upload Window........................................................................................................................38
Figure 4-1. Parameter Upload Window.................................................................................................................42
Figure 4-2. Parameter Upload Window – COM Port Selection ...........................................................................42
Figure 4-3. Find Valves Window............................................................................................................................43
Figure 4-4. Find Valves - Valves Found Window .................................................................................................43
Figure 4-5. No Valves Found Message Box.........................................................................................................43
Figure 4-6. Parameter Upload Window – Unit Detected......................................................................................43
Figure 4-7. Parameter Upload Window – Baud Rate Selection ..........................................................................45
Figure 4-8. Parameter Upload Window – Parity Selection...................................................................................45
Figure 4-9. Find Addresses – Searching Window ................................................................................................45
Figure 4-10. Find Addresses - Valves Found Window.........................................................................................46
Figure 4-11. Parameter Upload Window – Address Selection ............................................................................47
Figure 4-12. Parameter Upload Window – No Unit Detected..............................................................................47
Figure 4-13. Parameter Upload Progress Indicator..............................................................................................48
Figure 4-14. Save Uploaded Parameters Window...............................................................................................48
Figure 4-15. Main Control Panel Window .............................................................................................................49
Figure 4-16. Fault Upload Window........................................................................................................................51
Figure 4-17. Fault Clearing Dialog Box .................................................................................................................51
Figure 4-18. Real Time Window – Control Panel Mode.......................................................................................52
Figure 4-19. Real Time Window – Plot Mode.......................................................................................................53
Figure 4-20. Valve Configuration Window ............................................................................................................55
Figure 4-21. Command Signal (AICH0) Dropdown Menu ...................................................................................55
Figure 4-21. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu....................................................................................................56
Figure 4-22. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu....................................................................................................56
Figure 4-23. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu....................................................................................................57
Figure 4-24 . Gas Constant Calculator Window ...................................................................................................60
Figure 4-25. Change R and k Window..................................................................................................................61
Figure 4-26. Flow Characteristic Window .............................................................................................................63
Figure 4-27. Overwrite Flow Calibration Dialog ....................................................................................................63
Figure 4-28. Flow Limit Setup Window .................................................................................................................66
Figure 4-29. Valve Communication Settings Window..........................................................................................69
Figure 5-1. “Parameter Download Failed” Message Box......................................................................................73
Figure A-1. Product Definition Number Details (sample) .....................................................................................83

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2-1. Computer COM Port Pin Outs ...............................................................................................................8
Table 4-1. Gas Constants Configuration...............................................................................................................58
Table 5-1. Operation Parameter Faults and Limits...............................................................................................72
Table 5-2a. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 1–29)......................................................................74
Table 5-2b. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 30–59)....................................................................75
Table 5-2c. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 60–89) ....................................................................76
Table 5-2d. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 90–119)..................................................................77
Table 5-2e. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 120–1299)..............................................................78
Table 5-2f. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 2000–11499) ..........................................................79
Table 5-3. System Health Parameters, Non-Setup (Codes 9000–9003)............................................................80
Table 6-1. XView Troubleshooting Chart ..............................................................................................................81
Table A-1. Operation Mode Configuration ............................................................................................................83
Table A-2. Command (AICH0) Signal Configuration............................................................................................84
Table A-3. Analog Output Parameter Channel Configuration .............................................................................85
Table A-4. Analog Output Signal Configuration....................................................................................................85
Table A-5. Gas Constants Configuration ..............................................................................................................86
Table A-6. Max Flow Configuration .......................................................................................................................86
Table A-7. Calibration Curve..................................................................................................................................87
Table A-8. Electrical Interface................................................................................................................................87
Table A-9. Flange Interface....................................................................................................................................88

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 About XView

Precision Engine Controls Corporation (PECC) created XView to provide
a way to communicate with the XVG/eXVG family of gas fuel metering
valves. PECC used National Instruments’ Labview® software to create
the modules that comprise XView.
XView is based on the actual software that PECC uses to configure
XVG/eXVG valves for production. PECC is proud to offer this powerful
tool to its customers.

1.2 XView Features

XView has a broader set of features than earlier versions that PECC
made available to customers. The current feature set includes:

Parameter Upload Capability

XView allows the user to upload performance and configuration
parameters from their XVG/eXVG valve and view the information. These
parameters are:
• Operation Mode
• Control Signal
• Analog output parameter and feedback signal
• Gas Constants
• Max Flow
• Calibration Curve
• Electrical Interface
• Flange Accessory

Appendix A of this manual includes a description of the XVG/eXVG

parameters.

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 Fault File Interrogation
XView allows users to upload the fault file from their XVG/eXVG valve
and view the results to assist with troubleshooting. XView displays the
following information for each recorded fault.
• Fault Description
• Fault Code
• Pertinent Fault Data
• Total Hours
• Run Time

Real-Time Data Monitoring

XView allows the user to monitor data retrieved from their XVG/eXVG
valve in real time. Data monitoring and logging can be performed during
normal on-engine operation.
XView can display the following data in real time:
• Input pressure (psia)
• Output pressure (psia)
• Measured Fuel Flow (PPH)
• Position Demand (%)
• Position Feedback (%)
• Gas Temperature (F)
• Alarm Status

Note. Pressure and Measured Fuel Flow data are not available for
units with the base part number “5002800” because these
units are not equipped with pressure sensors.

Valve Configuration View and Change

XView allows the user to view the configuration parameters of their
XVG/eXVG. These configuration parameters are represented by the
Product Definition Number (PDN) that is stamped on the nameplate of
each valve. See Appendix A of this manual for additional details about the
PDN. XView also provides a way for the user to change many of the
parameters that define the control, interface and performance of their
valve.

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Flow Characteristic Edit Capability
XView allows the user to view the flow characteristics for valves that are
in either Flow Measurement or Flow Control mode. The user can also edit
this information to create a new flow characteristic for the valve using
values for inlet and outlet pressure, temperature, and target flow at
various command percentage points.

Flow Limit Edit Capability

XView allows the user to view the flow limit profile, which shows the
maximum and minimum flow rates over a range of outlet pressures for
valves that are in Flow Limiting mode. The user can also edit this profile.
XView uses this information to associate a specific range of allowable flow
rates with each outlet pressure in the defined range. The Demand signal
level and the outlet pressure determine the commanded flow rate based
on whether the Demand signal is ramping up or ramping down.

Parameter Download Capability

XView provides a means for the user to download the new or modified
parameter file to the XVG/eXVG valve. Any changes made with XView
will not be implemented until the parameter file has been successfully
downloaded to the valve.

WARNING

Do not perform a parameter download while the valve is flowing

fuel. This will cause the valve to shut.

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2 INSTALLATION

2.1 System Requirements

The minimum system requirements to support XView are:
• Windows 2000/XP/Vista
• Pentium III or Celeron 866 MHz or equivalent processor,
minimum (Pentium 4/M or equivalent processor
recommended)
• 256 MB RAM, minimum (512 MB recommended)
• 1.2 GB of disk storage
• Screen resolution of 1,024 × 768 pixels.

2.2 Installing XView

XView is available on CD-ROM or as a downloadable file.
If a previous version of XView is already installed on the computer, it must
be uninstalled with Add/Remove Program before proceeding with the
installation.
1. For CD-ROM, insert the XView disk into the CD drive of your
computer and skip to Step 4 of this procedure.

2. For the downloadable file, use a web browser to navigate to

http://www.precisioneng.com/FTP and download the compressed
XView file (.zip format).

3. Unzip the compressed file

4. Open the XView directory

5. Double-click on setup.exe to begin the installation. The Setup

screen will appear. See Figure 2-1.

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 Figure 2-1. Introduction Screen

6. Click on the Next button. The Destination Directory screen will

appear. See Figure 2-2.

Figure 2-2. Destination Directory Screen

7. Browse to the desired destination directory for the XView files.

8. Browse to the desired destination directory for any National

Instruments files.

9. Click on the Next button. The Software License Agreement

screen will appear. See Figure 2-3

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Figure 2-3. Software License Agreement Screen

10. Click on the I accept the License Agreement(s) radio button to

select it.

11. Click the Next button. The Start Installation screen will appear.
See Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4. Start Installation Screen

12. Click the Next button.

13. Click the Finish button to complete the installation of XView.

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2.3 Connecting to the XVG/eXVG
Signal levels for the serial communications input and output are per
RS232 and RS485 standards. See Figure 2-5 for a typical RS232
interface connection. See Figure 2-6 for a typical RS485 interface
connection. See Table 2-1 for computer COM port pin-outs for RS232
and RS485. See the XVG/eXVG User Manual (SD-6011) for additional
details about the valve.

Figure 2-5. Typical RS232 Serial Interface Connection

Figure 2-6. Typical RS485 Serial Interface Connection

FUNCTION Standard 9-Pin Standard 25 -Pin

COM Port COM Port
Transmit (Tx) Pin 3 Pin 2
Receive (Rx) Pin 2 Pin 3
Ground (GND) Pin 5 Pin 7
[RS232 Only]

Table 2-1. Computer COM Port Pin Outs

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Note: The pin designations shown in Table 2-1 are for the COM
port on the computer. Make sure that the wiring to the
COM port mating connector correctly matches Transmit
from the XVG/eXVG to Receive on the computer’s COM
port, and vice versa.

Note: The maximum distance for serial connections is 50 ft. This

will typically only allow for local interface with a laptop PC.

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3 FRONT PANEL CONTROL OPTIONS
The main control panel is the gateway to the functions of XView.
See Figure 3-1 for a view of the main control panel.

Figure 3-1. Main Control Panel for XView

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3.1 Parameter Upload Window
The Parameter Upload window appears when XView is started or when
the Upload button is selected from the Main Control Panel window.
Figure 3-2 shows the initial Parameter Upload window.

Figure 3-2. Initial Parameter Upload Window

The Parameter Upload window allows the user to select the computer
COM port to be used for communicating with the XVG/eXVG valve, as
shown in Figure 3-3.

Note: PECC recommends that the user power down or remove

any valves in the system or network other than the valve to
be monitored. This will prevent unexpected results or
connecting to an unintended valve, especially if two valves
have the same address.

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Figure 3-3. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the COM Port

The Parameter Upload window also allows the user to select the baud
rate to be used for communicating with the XVG/eXVG valve, as shown in
Figure 3-4. The default baud rate is 19200.

Figure 3-4. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Baud Rate

The Parameter Upload window also allows the user to set the parity to be
used for communicating with the XVG/eXVG valve, as shown in
Figure 3-5. The default parity is NONE.

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 Figure 3-5. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Parity

The Parameter Upload window also allows the user to set the address to
be used for communicating with the XVG/eXVG valve, as shown in Figure
3-6. The default address is 1.

Figure 3-6. Parameter Upload Window – Selecting the Address

Note. Make sure that no hardware/software (modem, RSLink,

etc.) is using the same COM port as XView. The valve will
not be detected if the designated COM port is not available.

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Once the XVG/eXVG has been connected to the selected COM port and
ENABLE COM has been turned on, the Parameter Upload window will
change to show that the valve has been detected. The part number,
model number, firmware revision level and serial number of the valve are
displayed in this window, as shown in Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-7. Parameter Upload Window – Unit Detected

The Poll Unit button is used to initiate retrieval of the parameter data from
the valve. XView displays a status bar to indicate upload progress, as
shown in Figure 3-8.

Figure 3-8. Upload Status Bar

Once parameter data has been uploaded, XView queries if the parameter
data should be saved to a data file. See Figure 3-9.

Figure 3-9. Save Uploaded Parameters Query Window

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 In the event that “Enable COM” has been toggled OFF, the Parameter
Upload window will indicate that XView has not detected a valve, as
shown in Figure 3-10. A message window informing the user that no unit
has been found will also appear, as shown in Figure 3-11. This message
will also appear for the following conditions:
• No valve is connected to the selected COM port
• The valve is not powered on
• The wiring harness is not connected properly
• The serial communication settings are not configured properly
• The connector to the COM port is not wired correctly
• The selected COM port is not available

Figure 3-10. Parameter Upload Window – No Unit Detected

Figure 3-11. No Valve Found Notice

XView now allows users to search for valves in the system or network if
the communication parameters are not known. Clicking the Find Valves
button in the Parameter Upload window will initiate a search of all

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combinations of communication settings for the designated COM Port
and bring up the window shown in Figure 3-12.

Figure 3-12. Find Valves – Searching Window

Once XView has searched all combinations of communication settings

the Find Valves - Valves Found window will appear displaying the
communication settings for the valves that have been found, as shown in
Figure 3-13. Clicking the Connect button will bring up the Parameter
Upload – Valve Detected window shown in Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-13. Find Valves – Valves Found Window

If the address is unknown but Baud Rate and Parity are known, then
XView allows users to search for valves in the system or network. Clicking
the Find Addresses button in the Parameter Upload window will initiate a
search of all addresses with the specified Baud Rate and Parity for the
designated COM Port. This brings up the window shown in Figure 3-14.

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 Figure 3-14. Find Addresses – Searching Window

Once XView has searched all addresses the Find Addresses – Valves
Found window will appear displaying the addresses for the valves that
have been found, as shown in Figure 3-15. Clicking the Connect button
will bring up the Parameter Upload – Unit Detected window shown in
Figure 3-7.

Figure 3-15. Find Addresses – Valves Found Window

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3.2 Real Time Monitor Function Window
The Real Time Window allows the user to monitor, log and review data
retrieved from their XVG/eXVG valve. Data monitoring and logging can be
performed during normal on-engine operation.
XView can display the following data in real time:
• Input pressure (psia)
• Output pressure (psia)
• Measured Fuel Flow (PPH)
• Position Demand (%)
• Position Feedback (%)
• Gas Temperature (F)

Note. Pressure and Measured Fuel Flow data are not available for
units with the base part number “5002800” because these
units are not equipped with pressure sensors.

Internal alarm status is displayed for the following 11 fault alarms:

• 3.3V Supply
• +/-15V Supply
• Internal Temp
• Setup Error
• Input Range
• LVDT Sensor
• Tracking Error
• Overpressure
• Inlet Press Fail
• Outlet Press Fail
• Gas Temp

XView also displays Run Time and Operation Hours for the unit.
XView offers two different modes in which to view real time data: Control
Panel Mode and Plot Mode.

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 Plot Mode
Real time data is displayed in an X-Y plot format like a strip chart. See
Figure 3-16. Plot data can be printed or saved. Previously saved plot data
can be uploaded and viewed at a later time.
Real time acquisition of data will not start until the Acquisition button is
selected.

Figure 3-16. Real Time Data Display – Plot Mode

Alarm Data

A bank of simulated alarm lights allows the user to view alarm status while
monitoring real time data. An ON light indicates an active alarm. See
Figure 3-17 for an isolated view of the alarms from the Plot mode window.

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 Figure 3-17. Real Time Data Display – Plot Mode

Powered Hours

The Powered Hours value displayed at the bottom of the Real Time – Plot
Mode window represents the total amount of time power has been
applied to the XVG/eXVG electronics. This value is recorded in four-hour
increments, and it is rounded down. For example, if power has been
applied to the XVG/eXVG electronics for 3.5 hours, this will be rounded
down to 0 hours.

Run Time

The Run Time value displayed at the bottom of the Real Time – Plot
Mode window represents the time since power was removed and then
reapplied to the XVG/eXVG electronics. The value is displayed in one-
minute increments.

Loop Time

The Loop Time value displayed at the bottom of the Real Time – Plot
Mode window represents the actual data update or refresh rate.

Update Rate

XView records data for 7200 points. The Update Rate value displayed at
the bottom of the Real Time – Plot Mode window represents the desired
data update or refresh rate for these 7200 points. The user can select
between values of Maximum, 500 ms, 1 sec, 10 sec, or 1 minute.

Change R and k

XView allows the user to enter new values for the gas constants R and k
in real time and transfer these values to the XVG/eXVG. The new R and k
values are immediately used for flow calculations and metering once they
are received by the valve. See Figure 18 for a view of the Change R and
k window.

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 Figure 3-18. Change R and k In Real Time Window

Note: Valve parameters are stored in the Electrically Erasable

Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) of the
XVG/eXVG. When the XVG/eXVG is reset, the parameters
in the EEPROM are loaded into the Digital Signal Processor
(DSP). When R and k values are changed in real time, they
are loaded into the DSP only. If the valve is reset, the old
values for R and k will be loaded into the DSP. In order for
new R and k values to be saved in the EEPROM, they must
be changed in the Gas Constants box of the Valve
Configuration window and then downloaded to the valve.

Print

The Print button displayed at the top of the Real Time – Plot Mode
window allows the user to print the displayed data traces.

View/Save Plot History Data

The View/Save Plot History Data button displayed at the top of the Real
Time – Plot Mode window allows the user to review the plot history
against an internally referenced time stamp. The user can zoom in,
change the scale mapping mode for the y-axis, save the plot data to file,
or print the panel from the screen. See Figure 3-19.

Clear Chart History

The Clear Chart History button displayed at the top of the Real Time –
Plot Mode window allows the user to reinitialize the logging function.

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 Figure 3-19. Real Time Data Display – Log Data File

Display Options

Each data parameter will have a specific color assigned when it is

displayed in a plot, whether in the main Plot Mode window or in the Log
Data File window. The color assigned for each parameter is indicated in
the list of parameters, as shown in Figure 3-20.

Figure 3-20. Data Plot Traces

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 XView offers users the ability to customize the display of each data trace.
Placing the cursor over the waveform to the right of a given parameter
name and right-clicking the mouse brings up the Display menu for that
parameter.

Plot Options
Six different plot formats are available for each data trace, as shown in
Figure 3-21.

Figure 3-21. Data Traces –Plot Options

Plot Color
The color for each data trace can be customized, as shown in
Figure 3-22.

Figure 3-22. Data Traces – Color Options

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Plot Line Style
The line style for each data trace can be customized, as shown in
Figure 3-23.

Figure 3-23. Data Traces – Line Style Options

Plot Line Width

The line width for each data trace can be customized, as shown in
Figure 3-24.

Figure 3-24. Data Traces – Line Width Options

Bar Plots
XView can display each data trace in up to 10 different bar plot formats,
as shown in Figure 3-25.

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 Figure 3-25. Data Traces – Bar Plot Options

Fill Base Line

XView provides options for filling in space below the plot with the same
color as the plot, as shown in Figure 3-26. If there are multiple plots, users
can select another plot at the bottom of the shortcut menu to fill the space
below the plot up to the other plot.

Figure 3-26. Data Traces – Fill Base Line Options

Plot Interpolation Options

The interpolation for each data trace can be customized, as shown in
Figure 3-27.

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 Figure 3-27. Data Traces – Interpolation Options

Plot Point Style

The point style for each data trace can be customized, as shown in
Figure 3-28.

Figure 3-28. Data Traces – Point Style Options

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 Y Scale Mapping Mode
The Y-scale mapping mode for the entire plot can be toggled between
Linear and Log modes, as shown in Figures 3-29 and 3-30.

Figure 3-29. Y-Scale Mapping Mode - Linear

Figure 3-30. Y-Scale Mapping Mode – Log

Flow Rate Units

The units for flow plots can be switched between Pounds Per Hour (PPH)
and Standard Cubic Feet Per Minute (SCFM). See Figure 3-31.

Figure 3-31. Flow Rate Units

Control Panel Mode

Real time data is displayed in a control panel format, with simulated
gauges for pressure and temperature and indicator bars for position
demand and feedback. Flow data, as well as demand and feedback data,
can be viewed in plot displays within the control panel window. See
Figure 3-32.
Alarm status is represented using two banks of alarm lights, where an
active alarm is indicated by an ON light.
Real time acquisition of data will not start until the Acquisition button is
selected.
Control Panel is the default real time data display mode.

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Figure 3-32. Real Time Data Display – Control Panel Mode

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3.3 Valve Configuration Window
The Valve Configuration window displays the current configuration of the
XVG/eXVG valve as represented by the Product Definition Number
(PDN). See Figure 3-33. This window also allows the user to change
many aspects of the configuration.
See the XVG/eXVG User Guide (SD-6011) for additional information
about the PDN and the parameters that it represents.

Figure 3-33. Valve Configuration Window

Operating Mode
The XVG/eXVG can operate in four different modes. Users can select the
desired mode from the dropdown menu. See Figure 3-34.
If a selection is “grayed out”, then the option is not available for the valve
configuration. For example, the 5002800, the basic version of the
XVG/eXVG, can only operate in Stroke mode. The 5002801 can operate
in all 4 modes.

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 Figure 3-34. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu

Command Signal (A0CH0)

The Command Signal parameter in the PDN describes the signal format
and range of the fuel Demand signal used to control the XVG/eXVG.
Users can select the desired signal format and range from the dropdown
menu. See Figure 3-35.

Figure 3-35. Command Signal Dropdown Menu

Analog Output Channel 0 & Channel 1

Analog Output Channels 0 and 1 (AOCH0 and AOCH1) are feedback
signals. Two digits in the PDN describe each channel. The first digit
represents the parameter for the feedback signal on that channel.
The second digit represents the signal configuration, both format and
range, for the feedback signal on that channel.
Users can select the desired analog output feedback parameter and
signal from the dropdown menus. See Figures 3-36 and 3-37,
respectively.
Analog Output Channel 1 is only available on valves with the base part
number 5002801. Analog Output Channel 1 can be configured
independently of Analog Output Channel 0.

Figure 3-36. Analog Output Parameter Dropdown Menu

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 Figure 3-37. Analog Output Feedback Dropdown Menu

Gas Constants
The R parameter in the PDN represents the gas constant R for the gas
being regulated by the XVG/eXVG. The k parameter in the PDN
represents the specific heat ratio for the gas being regulated by the
XVG/eXVG.
These fuel properties vary for different gases. Flow measurement
accuracy is based on accurate correlation of these properties with the
media being measured. The Gas Constant numbers for R and k must
correlate with the gas being regulated by the XVG/eXVG.

Gas Constant Calculator

The Gas Constant Calculator feature allows the user to calculate the gas
constants R and k for a mixture of different gas types. See Figure 3-38.
The calculated values for R and k can be sent to the Valve Configuration
window by clicking the Update button.

Real Time R & k Update

The Real Time R & k Update button transfers the latest gas constant
values that were entered in the Real Time windows to the Gas Constant
area in the Valve Configuration window.

Note: Valve parameters are stored in the Electrically Erasable

Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM) of the
XVG/eXVG. When the XVG/eXVG is reset, the parameters
in the EEPROM are loaded into the Digital Signal Processor
(DSP). When R and k values are changed in real time, they
are loaded into the DSP only. If the valve is reset, the old
values for R and k will be loaded into the DSP. In order for
new R and k values to be saved in the EEPROM, they must
be changed in the Gas Constants box of the Valve
Configuration window and then downloaded to the valve.

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 Figure 3-38. Gas Constant Calculator Window

Analog Max Flow

The analog max flow parameter scales the analog output when
configured for measured flow to the defined value.

Calibration Curve
Performance goals for flow and pressure for a given application are used
to empirically determine the stroke and effective flow area (CdA) needed
at various points across the Demand signal range. The stroke values, and
their corresponding flow area values, are plotted relative to Demand
signal percentages (10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%, for instance) to
define performance curves. Precision Engine Controls Corporation
determines which calibration curve is necessary to achieve the

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 customer’s desired performance profile across the Demand signal range.
The Calibration Curve field in the PDN is used to identify the curve
number that has been used to calibrate the unit.
Users cannot directly change the calibration curve for a unit. Changing
the Stroke Configuration or Flow Limit Setup will change the flow area
values for controlling the valve at different Demand signal percentages.
This information replaces the calibration curve that was originally used to
calibrate the unit at the factory.
The Calibration Curve field in the Valve Configuration window will display
an “X” if the original curve has been replaced due to valve configuration
changes.

Electrical Interface
The Electrical Interface parameter specifies which electrical interface
option has been used for the valve. The Electrical Interface is a hardware
option that cannot be changed by XView.

Flange Accessory
The Flange Accessory parameter specifies which flange accessory option
has been used for the valve. The Flange Accessory is a hardware option
that cannot be changed by XView.

Flow Characteristic
The user can create a new flow characteristic for the valve using values
for inlet and outlet pressure, temperature, and target flow at various
command percentage points. See Figure 3-39. The entered information is
used to calculate a flow area value (CdA) at each specified command
point. The flow area value is then associated with a stroke position
according to the CdA -to-position tables built into the EEPROM of the
XVG/eXVG. The resultant Flow vs. Command curve is the basis for the
new calibration curve for the valve.
A maximum of 43 command points can be used to define the stroke
configuration as long as the resulting Flow vs. Command curve is always
ascending (positive slope throughout). The 0% and 100% command
percentages must always be specified when creating a new flow
characteristic for a valve. All the parameters for each command point
must be specified.
The flow characteristic can only be defined for valves that are configured
in either Flow Measurement or Flow Control mode.

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 Figure 3-39. Flow Characteristic Window

Load Data From File

The Load Data From File button allows the user to load flow characteristic
data files to XView.

Save Data To File

The Save Data To File button allows the user to save flow characteristic
data. The file is saved in a tab delimited text format.

Done

The Done button must be selected after all the necessary information for
the flow characteristic has been entered. This initiates generation of the
new calibration curve for the valve.

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 Flow Limit Setup
Flow Limiting mode is an option that must be installed by PECC. The
Flow Limit Setup button will be disabled for valves that were not
configured for flow limiting by PECC.
The Flow Limit Setup window allows the user to specify the maximum and
minimum flow rates for a range of outlet pressures. XView uses this
information to associate a specific range of allowable flow rates with each
outlet pressure in the defined range. The Demand signal level and the
outlet pressure determine the commanded flow rate based on whether
the Demand signal is ramping up or ramping down. See Figure 3-40.
When the Demand signal changes, the XVG/eXVG uses the outlet
pressure to determine the flow-rate that corresponds to the new Demand
signal under the existing conditions. The XVG/eXVG compares the
commanded flow rate to the measured flow rate. The difference between
the commanded and measured flow rates, known as the flow error, is
used to determine the position set point. The XVG/eXVG initiates a stroke
to move the flow tube assembly to the new position, which will in turn
have a flow rate closer to the commanded flow rate. If any flow error is
detected after the move, the XVG/eXVG will change the position set point
again, causing another position adjustment. The XVG/eXVG will continue
adjusting the flow tube assembly position until the measured flow rate
matches the commanded flow.

Figure 3-40. Flow Limit Setup Window (sample characteristics shown)

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 Load Data From File

The Load Data From File button allows users to load existing flow limiting
data files to XView.

Save Data To File

The Save Data To File button allows users to save the flow limiting data.
The file is saved in a tab delimited text format.

Done

The Done button must be selected after all the necessary information for
flow limiting has been entered. This initiates generation of the new
calibration curve for the valve.

Load Parameter File to XView

The Load Parameter File to XView button allows users to load existing
valve configuration parameter files to XView.

Comm Settings
The Comm Settings button brings up Valve Communication Settings
window, which allows users to change the valve communication settings.
See Figure 3-41.

Figure 3-41. Valve Communication Settings Window

Download File to XVG

The Download File to XVG button allows users to download the current
valve configuration parameter file from XView to the XVG/eXVG valve.

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3.4 Fault Upload Window
The Fault Upload window allows users to upload the fault file from the
XVG/eXVG valve and view the results. See Figure 3-42. The Fault
Upload window displays the following information for each of the first eight
recorded faults as well as for the latest eight faults:
• Fault Description
• Code
• Data
• Total Hours
• Run Time

Figure 3-42. Fault Upload Window

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Upload Faults
The Upload Faults button initiates uploading of the fault file from the valve
to XView.

Save To File
The Save To File button allows users to save the fault file.

Clear Faults
The Clear Faults button clears all fault records from the XVG/eXVG. The
fault history is important for troubleshooting any problems with the
XVG/eXVG. Do not clear the faults without consulting PECC beforehand.
XView does not allow users to clear faults after 1000 powered hours.

Print
The Print button allows users to print the fault file.

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4 HOW TO USE XVIEW
This chapter contains task-specific procedures to describe the proper use
of XView software.

4.1 How To Establish Communication With The Valve

XView offers three approaches to establish communication with the valve.

Note: PECC recommends that the user power down or remove

any valves in the system or network other than the valve to
be monitored. This will prevent unexpected results or
connecting to an unintended valve, especially if two valves
have the same address.

If Communication Settings Are Not Known

XView can seek valves by checking all combinations of Baud Rate, Parity
and Address settings.

1. Ensure that the COM port of the computer with XView is

electrically connected to the XVG/eXVG valve or valve network
per Chapter 2: Installation.

2. Start the XView software on the computer. The Parameter Upload

window will appear. See Figure 4-1.

3. In the COM PORT portion of the Communication Configure box,

use the dropdown box to select the desired COM port. See
Figure 4-2.

4. Click the FIND VALVES button. The Find Valves window will
appear and remain while XView searches for valves. See
Figure 4-3.

Once XView has searched all combinations of communication

settings the Find Valves - Valves Found window will appear
displaying the communication settings for the valves that have
been found. See Figure 4-4.

If no valves are detected a message box will appear to indicate

this, as shown in Figure 4-5.

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 5. If more than one valve has been found, use the dropdown box to
select the desired valve.

6. Click the CONNECT button to establish communication with the

selected valve. The Parameter Upload window will appear
displaying the Unit Detected message shown in Figure 4-6, with
the ENABLE COM toggle in the ON position.

Figure 4-1. Parameter Upload Window

Figure 4-2. Parameter Upload Window – COM Port Selection

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Figure 4-3. Find Valves Window

Figure 4-4. Find Valves - Valves Found Window

Figure 4-5. No Valves Found Message Box

Figure 4-6. Parameter Upload Window – Unit Detected

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 If Address Is Not Known
1. Ensure that the COM port of the computer with XView is
electrically connected to the XVG/eXVG valve or valve network
per Chapter 2: Installation.

2. Start the XView software on the computer. The Parameter Upload

window will appear. See Figure 4-1.

3. In the COM PORT portion of the Communication Configure box,

use the dropdown box to select the desired COM port. See
Figure 4-2.

4. In the BAUD RATE (BPS) portion of the Communication

Configure box, use the dropdown box to select the desired baud
rate for communication with the valve. See Figure 4-7.

5. In the PARITY portion of the Communication Configure box, use

the dropdown box to select the desired signal parity to be used for
communication with the valve. See Figure 4-8.

6. Click the FIND ADDRESSES button. The Find Addresses window

will appear and remain while XView searches for addresses. See
Figure 4-9.

Once XView has searched all addresses the Find Addresses –

Valves Found window will appear displaying the addresses for the
valves that have been found. See Figure 4-10.

If no valves are detected at any of the possible addresses a

message box will appear to indicate this situation, as shown in
Figure 4-5.

7. If valves have been found at more than one address, use the
dropdown box to select the address of the desired valve.

8. Click the CONNECT button. The Parameter Upload window will

appear displaying the Unit Detected message shown in
Figure 4-6, with the ENABLE COM toggle in the ON position.

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Figure 4-7. Parameter Upload Window – Baud Rate Selection

Figure 4-8. Parameter Upload Window – Parity Selection

Figure 4-9. Find Addresses – Searching Window

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 Figure 4-10. Find Addresses - Valves Found Window

If All Communication Settings Are Known

1. Ensure that the COM port of the computer with XView is
electrically connected to the XVG/eXVG valve or valve network
per Chapter 2: Installation.

2. Start the XView software on the computer. The Parameter Upload

window will appear. See Figure 4-1.

3. In the COM PORT portion of the Communication Configure box,

use the dropdown box to select the desired COM port. See
Figure 4-2.

4. In the BAUD RATE (BPS) portion of the Communication

Configure box, use the dropdown box to select the desired baud
rate for communication with the valve. See Figure 4-7.

5. In the PARITY portion of the Communication Configure box, use

the dropdown box to select the desired signal parity to be used for
communication with the valve. See Figure 4-8.

6. In the ADDRESS portion of the Communication Configure box,

use the dropdown box to select the address of the desired valve.
See Figure 4-11.

7. Click on the ENABLE COM toggle to establish a connection with

the valve. If the valve is successfully detected, the dialog will
display the message in Figure 4-6. If the valve is not detected the
dialog will display the message shown in Figure 4-12. A new
message box will also appear to indicate that the valve is not
detected, as shown in Figure 4-5.

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Figure 4-11. Parameter Upload Window – Address Selection

Figure 4-12. Parameter Upload Window – No Unit Detected

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4.2 How To Retrieve / Save Parameters From The Valve
1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Click the Poll Unit button in the Parameter Upload window to

retrieve the parameters from the valve. See Figure 4-6. An
indicator will appear to show status of the upload process. See
Figure 4-13.

A dialog box then will appear to query if the user would like to
save the parameter data. See Figure 4-14.

3. Click the Yes button in the query dialog box to save the parameter
data. A Save File As window will appear. Click the No button to
not save the data.

a. Browse to the desired location for the parameter data file.

b. Enter the desired name for the parameter data file.

c. Click the OK button.

4. XView will return to the Main Control Panel window, as shown if

Figure 4-15.

Figure 4-13. Parameter Upload Progress Indicator

Figure 4-14. Save Uploaded Parameters Window

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Figure 4-15. Main Control Panel Window

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4.3 How To Troubleshoot The Valve
The EEPROM in the XVG/eXVG can register up to 16 faults. The
XVG/eXVG will register the first eight faults and does not overwrite these
faults. The XVG/eXVG will also register the latest eight faults. New faults
overwrite older faults such that only the latest eight faults remain
registered.

View / Save / Print the Fault File

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Select the View Fault File tab at the top of the main control panel.
The Fault Upload window will appear. See Figure 4-16.

3. Click on the Upload Faults button at the bottom of the Fault

Upload window.

4. Click on the Save To File button at the bottom of the Fault Upload
window to save the fault information. The Save File As window
will appear.

a. Browse to the desired location for the fault file.

b. Enter the desired name for the fault file.

c. Click the OK button to save the file.

5. Click on the Print button at the bottom of the Fault Upload window
to print the fault information.

Clear Faults From Valve Memory

Note: The fault history is important for troubleshooting any

problems with the XVG/eXVG. Do not clear the faults
without consulting PECC beforehand. XView does not allow
users to clear faults after 1000 powered hours.

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in

Section 4.1.

2. Select the View Fault File tab at the top of the main control panel.
The Fault Upload window will appear. See Figure 4-16.

3. Click on the Clear Faults button at the bottom of the Fault Upload
window. A verification dialog box will appear to warn that

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 proceeding will delete log entries that could assist in future
troubleshooting. See Figure 4-17.

4. Click on the Clear Faults button in the verification dialog box to

complete the process.

Figure 4-16. Fault Upload Window

Figure 4-17. Fault Clearing Dialog Box

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4.4 How To Monitor Real Time Data From The Valve

Monitor With Control Panel View

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Select the Real Time tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Real Time window will appear.

3. Select the Control Panel Mode tab at the top of the Real Time
window, if necessary. (Control Panel is the default display mode
for the Real Time window.) See Figure 4-18.

4. Click the Acquisition button at the bottom of the Real Time –

Control Panel Mode window to begin displaying real time data
from the valve.

Figure 4-18. Real Time Window – Control Panel Mode

Monitor with Plot View

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

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2. Select the Real Time tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Real Time window will appear.

3. Select the Plot Mode tab at the top of the Real Time window. See
Figure 4-19.

4. Click the Acquisition button at the bottom of the Real Time – Plot
Mode window to begin displaying real time data from the valve.

Figure 4-19. Real Time Window – Plot Mode

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4.5 How To Change I/O

Note: Any changes made to the I/O or Valve Performance must be

downloaded to the valve before the changes will take effect.
Multiple changes can be made before downloading.

Change Command Signal Input

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. In the Command Signal (AICH0) box, use the dropdown menu to

select the desired command signal format and range. See
Figure 4-21.

5. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

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 Figure 4-20. Valve Configuration Window

Figure 4-21. Command Signal (AICH0) Dropdown Menu

Change Feedback Outputs

Analog output AOCH0 is typically configured for Stroke feedback. Analog
output AOCH1 is typically configured for Flow Measurement feedback.

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in

Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

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 4. In the Analog Output Channel 0 (AOCH0) box, use the upper
dropdown menu to select the desired feedback signal parameter.
See Figure 4-21.

5. In the Analog Output Channel 0 (AOCH0) box, use the lower

dropdown menu to select the desired feedback signal format and
range. See Figure 4-22.

6. In the Analog Output Channel 1 (AOCH1) box, repeat Steps 4

and 5 of this procedure, if desired.

7. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

Note: Analog Output Channel 1 is only available on valves with the

base part number 5002801.

Figure 4-21. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu

Figure 4-22. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu

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4.6 How To Change Valve Performance

Note: Any changes made to the I/O or Valve Performance must be

downloaded to the valve before the changes will take effect.
Multiple changes can be made before downloading.

Change Operating Mode

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. In the Operating Mode box, use the upper dropdown menu to

select the desired mode of operation. See Figure 4-23.

5. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

Note. Users are not allowed to select Flow Limiting as the

Operation Mode with XView unless the valve was originally
configured in Flow Limiting mode by the factory.

Figure 4-23. Operating Mode Dropdown Menu

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 Change Gas Constants
1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. In the Gas Constants box, enter the desired value for k, the
specific heat ratio (Cp/Cv), for the gas being regulated with the
XVG/eXVG valve. See Table 4-1 for specific heat ratio values for
some common gases. See the Calculate Gas Constants
procedure for details about how to use the Gas Constant
Calculator.

5. In the Gas Constants box, enter the desired value for the gas
constant R of the gas being regulated with the XVG/eXVG valve.
See Table 4-1 for gas constant values for some common gases.
See the Calculate Gas Constants procedure for details about how
to use the Gas Constant Calculator.

6. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

Specific Heat Ratio Gas Constant

Gas k R
Cp/Cv (ft-lbf / lbm-°R)

Air 1.4 53.34

Natural Gas 1.273 79.1

Propane 1.12 35.04

Table 4-1. Gas Constants Configuration

Note. It is important to ensure that the values for k and R are

accurate for the gas that is being metered with the
XVG/eXVG, because flow data is calculated using these
gas constants. Incorrect values for the gas constants will
result in inaccurate flow measurements and faulty fuel
metering.

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Calculate Gas Constants
The Gas Constant Calculator feature allows the user to calculate the gas
constants R and k for a mixture of different gas types.

1. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

2. Click the Gas Const Calculator button. The Gas Constant Calculator
window will appear. See Figure 4-24.

3. In the Mole % box for the desired Gas Type enter the mole
percentage for that gas type.

4. Repeat Step 3 of this procedure for each component of the gas

mixture.

5. If the desired gas type is not represented is the Gas Type list, then
enter the mole percentage in the Mole % box for the gas type “Other”.

d. In the Molecular Weight box for the Other gas type, enter the
molecular weight in g/mol.

e. In the MCp@T box for the Other gas type, enter the value for
molal specific heat at constant temperature in BTU/mol.R.

f. In the Tcritical box for the Other gas type, enter the value for the
critical temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.

g. In the Pcritical box for the Other gas type, enter the value for the
critical pressure in PSIA.

6. In the Temperature box, enter the value for the temperature of the
gas mixture in degrees Fahrenheit.

7. In the Pressure box, enter the value for the pressure of the gas
mixture in PSIA.

8. Click the CALCULATE button. The values for R and k for the gas
mixture will be displayed in the R and k boxes directly below the
CALCULATE button.

9. Click the UPDATE button to transfer the calculated gas constant

values into the Gas Constant box in the Valve Configuration window.
Click the CANCEL button to discard the calculated gas constant
values.

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 Figure 4-24 . Gas Constant Calculator Window

Change Gas Constants in Real Time

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Real Time tab at the top of the main control panel. The
XView Real Time - Control Panel window will appear. See
Figure 4-12. To view the XView Real Time - Plot Mode window,
click the Plot Mode tab at the top of the window. See Figure 4-13.

4. Click the Change R and k button at the bottom of the XView Real
Time window (either Control Panel Mode or Plot Mode). The
Change R and k window will appear. See Figure 4-25.

5. In the R box, enter the new value for the gas constant R.

6. In the k box, enter the new value for the specific heat ratio.

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 7. Click the OK button to transfer the new R and k values to the
XVG/eXVG. The new R and k data will immediately be used for
flow calculations and metering.

Note: Valve parameters are stored in the EEPROM of the

XVG/eXVG. When the XVG/eXVG is reset, the parameters
in the EEPROM are loaded into the Digital Signal Processor
(DSP). When R and k values are changed in real time, they
are loaded into the DSP only. If the valve is reset, the old
values for R and k will be loaded into the DSP. In order for
new R and k values to be saved in the EEPROM, they must
be changed in the Gas Constants box of the Valve
Configuration window and then downloaded to the valve.

Figure 4-25. Change R and k Window

Save Real Time Gas Constant Changes

1. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

2. Click the Real Time R & k Update button. This loads the new
values into the R and k boxes in the Gas Constants area of the
Valve Configuration window. The new gas constant values can
also be manually entered into the R box and k box.

3. Click the Download To Valve button to save the new R and k

values in the valve’s EEPROM.

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 Change Max Flow
Maximum flow for the XVG/eXVG can also be set through the Stroke
Configuration window.

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in

Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. In the Max Flow box, enter the desired value for maximum flow
(in kPPH) for the XVG/eXVG valve.

5. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

Change Flow Characteristic With Existing Data File

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. Select the Flow Characteristic button at the bottom of Valve

Configuration window. The Flow Characteristic window will
appear. See Figure 4-26.

5. Select the Load Data From File button at the bottom of the
Stroke Configuration window. The File Selection window will
appear.

6. Locate and select the desired data file for the new stroke
configuration. These data files must be in tab delimited text
format. Click the OK button.

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7. In the Stroke Configuration window, click the Done button. A
verification dialog box will appear to warn that proceeding will
overwrite the current flow calibration information for the valve. See
Figure 4-27.

8. Click the Yes button to proceed.

9. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

Figure 4-26. Flow Characteristic Window

Figure 4-27. Overwrite Flow Calibration Dialog

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 Change Flow Characteristic With New Data Points
1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. Select the Flow Characteristic button at the bottom of Valve

Configuration window. The Flow Characteristic window will
appear. See Figure 4-26.

5. In the Command column, enter a Command value (%) that is to

be defined in the new stroke configuration. In the same row for
this Command value:

a. Enter the corresponding value for Input Pressure (psig)

b. Enter the corresponding value for Output Pressure (psig)

c. Enter the corresponding value for Temperature (ºF)

d. Enter the corresponding value for Target Flow (PPH).

6. Repeat Step 5 of this procedure for the desired number of

Command values to define the new stroke configuration.

A minimum of two Command values is required (0% and 100%)

for any stroke configuration. A maximum of 43 Command values
(including zero) is allowed for any stroke configuration. Every
stroke configuration must include the Command values of 0% and
100%.

7. Click the Save Data To File button to save the new stroke
configuration data to a file. A Save As window will appear. Skip to
Step 8 if the data in not to be saved.

8. In the Stroke Configuration window, click the Done button. A

verification dialog box will appear to warn that proceeding will
overwrite the current flow calibration information for the valve. See
Figure 4-27.

9. Click the Yes button to proceed.

10. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve
Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

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Change Flow Limit Setup With Existing Data File
1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. Select the Flow Limit Setup button at the bottom of Valve

Configuration window. The Flow Limit Setup window will appear.
See Figure 4-28.

5. Select the Load Data From File button at the bottom of the Flow
Limit Setup window. The File Selection window will appear.

6. Locate and select the desired data file for the flow limits. These
data files must be in tab delimited text format. Click the OK button.

7. In the Flow Limit Setup window, click the Done button. A

verification dialog box will appear to warn that proceeding will
overwrite the current flow calibration information for the valve. See
Figure 4-27.

8. Click the Yes button to proceed.

9. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve

Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

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 Figure 4-28. Flow Limit Setup Window

Change Flow Limit Setup With New Data Points

1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. Select the Flow Limit Setup button at the bottom of Valve

Configuration window. The Flow Limit Setup window will appear.
See Figure 4-28.

5. In the Outlet Pressure column, enter an Outlet Pressure value

(psia) that is to be defined in the new flow limit setup. In the same
row as this Outlet Pressure value:

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 a. Enter the corresponding Target Flow value (PPH) for the
100% schedule at that Outlet Pressure value.

b. Enter the corresponding Target Flow value (PPH) for the

0% schedule at that Outlet Pressure value.

6. Repeat Step 5 of this procedure for the desired number of Outlet

Pressure values to define the new flow limit setup.

The Target Flow values (100% and 0% schedules) for a minimum

of two Outlet Pressure levels is required (minimum and maximum)
for any flow limit setup. A maximum of five Outlet Pressure
values, and corresponding Target Flow values, is allowed for any
flow limit setup. Every flow limit setup must include the Target
Flow values for the minimum and maximum outlet pressures of
the setup.

7. Click the Save Data To File button to save the flow limit data to a
file. A Save As window will appear. Skip to Step 8 if the data is not
to be saved.

8. In the Flow Limit Setup window, click the Done button. A

verification dialog box will appear to warn that proceeding will
overwrite the current flow calibration information for the valve. See
Figure 4-27.

9. Click the Yes button to proceed.

10. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve
Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

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4.7 How To Change Valve Communication Settings
1. Establish communication with the valve per the procedure in
Section 4.1.

2. Upload valve parameters per the procedure in Section 4.2.

3. Select the Configure tab at the top of the main control panel. The
Valve Configuration window will appear. See Figure 4-20.

4. Click the Comm Settings button at the bottom of the window.

The Valve Communication Settings window will appear. See
Figure 4-29.

5. In the Desired Setting column, use the BAUD RATE (BPS)

dropdown box to select the desired baud rate for communication
with the valve.

6. In the Desired Settings column, use the PARITY dropdown box to

select the desired signal parity to be used for communication with
the valve.

7. In the Desired Settings column, use the ADDRESS dropdown box

to select the desired address for the valve.

8. In the Desired Settings column, use the INTER-CHAR TIMEOUT

dropdown box to select the intercharacter timeout value to be
used for communication with the valve over a Modbus network.

9. Click the OK button.

10. Click on the Download to Valve button at the bottom of the Valve
Configuration window. Changes will not be implemented until they
are downloaded to the valve.

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Figure 4-29. Valve Communication Settings Window

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5 FAULT CODES & DESCRIPTIONS
XView will report two types of faults: operation parameter faults and setup
parameter faults.

5.1 Operation Parameter Faults

The XVG/eXVG continually monitors system operation parameters. If any
of the critical operation parameters are out of range for the prescribed
time limit, the valve registers a fault and shuts down. The Fault Upload
window in XView provides a way for users to upload a list of operation
parameter faults from the XVG/eXVG, including
• Fault Description
• Fault Code
• Pertinent Fault Data
• Total Hours when the fault occurred
• Run Time when the fault occurred

See Figure 4-16 for an example of the Fault Upload window.

The Total Hours represents the total amount of time power has been
applied to the XVG/eXVG electronics overall. This value is recorded in
four-hour increments, and it is rounded down. For example, if power has
been applied to the XVG/eXVG electronics for 3.5 hours, this will be
rounded down to 0 hours.
The Run Time represents the time since power was removed and then
reapplied to the XVG/eXVG electronics. The value is displayed in one-
minute increments.
Table 5-1 lists the fault codes and descriptions for the operation
parameter faults, as well as the corresponding limits and set times.
The EEPROM in the XVG/eXVG can register up to 16 faults. The
XVG/eXVG will register the first eight faults and does not overwrite these
faults. The XVG/eXVG will also register the latest eight faults. New faults
overwrite older faults such that only the latest eight faults remain
registered.
The fault history is important for troubleshooting any problems with the
XVG/eXVG. Do not clear the faults without consulting PECC beforehand.
XView does not allow users to clear faults after 1000 powered hours.

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 Fault # Fault Description Limit Set Time Fault Action
1 3.3V – low 2.97 40 ms Shutdown
2 3.3 V – high 3.63 40 ms Shutdown
10 Tracking Pos. ≥ 0.025” 1 sec Shutdown
over Demand
21 Gas Temp. – low –20 °C 1 sec Warning
22 Gas Temp. – high 130 °C 1 sec Warning
23 Gas Temp.– shutdown 140 °C 10 sec Shutdown
41 Inlet Pressure – low 5.0 psia 100 ms Shutdown
42 Inlet Pressure – high 520 psia 100 ms Shutdown
51 Outlet Pressure – low 5.0 psia 100 ms Shutdown
52 Outlet Pressure – high 520 psia 100 ms Shutdown
61 LVDT A+B – low 0.01 40 ms Shutdown
62 LVDT A+B – high 0.04 40 ms Shutdown
63 LVDT A–B – low –0.04 40 ms Shutdown
64 LVDT A–B – high 0.04 40 ms Shutdown
65 LVDT pos limit 0.2625” 40 ms Shutdown
70 Setup checksum n/a 0 ms Shutdown
80 Flow setup Const_ or 0 ms Warning
FlowRange=0
90 Solenoid Current Factory-configurable n/a Warning
101 Inlet overpressure 515 psia (eXVG) 100 ms Warning
450 psia (XVG)
102 Outlet overpressure 515 psia (eXVG) 100 ms Warning
450 psia (XVG)
110 +15V – low 13.5V 40 ms Shutdown
111 +15V – high 16.5V 40 ms Shutdown
120 –15V – low –16.5V 40 ms Shutdown
121 –15V – high –13.5V 40 ms Shutdown
130 Elec. Ambient Temp. – low –50 °C 1 sec Shutdown
131 Elec. Ambient Temp. – high 125 °C 1 sec Shutdown
150 Watchdog n/a 5 ms Shutdown

Table 5-1. Operation Parameter Faults and Limits

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5.2 Setup Parameter Faults
The parameter file for the XVG/eXVG includes over 400 parameters.
XView allows users to change many of these parameters, either directly
or indirectly. XView does not verify that any new values or settings are
within the valid ranges for the vast majority of affected parameters. PECC
recommends that users consult the performance specifications for their
specific version of the XVG/eXVG when making changes with XView.
Any changes to the parameter file will not be implemented until the new
parameter file has been successfully downloaded to the XVG/eXVG. The
XVG/eXVG electronics will not accept the new parameter file if it includes
any values or settings that are outside the valid ranges for the affected
parameters. In such cases XView will display a “Parameter File Download
Failed” message box that includes fault codes for the parameters that are
outside their valid ranges. See Figure 5-1 for an example of the
Parameter File Download Failed message box.
See Tables 5-2a through 5-2f for the setup parameters, their respective
error codes, and valid ranges. See Table 5-3 for non-setup parameters
and their respective error codes.

Figure 5-1. “Parameter Download Failed” Message Box

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 Code # Description Valid Range
1 Mode 0 to 3
2 Baud Rate 9600, 19200, 38400,
57600
3 Digital Enable Mode 0 or 1
4 Analog Demand Hysteresis Value 0 ≤ value < 10 % of 2730
count range
5 Solenoid Current Limit 1 A ≤ value ≤ 6 A
6 Demand Offset ≤956
7 Position Interpolation Table Mode 0 or 1
8 LVDT Gain 0.1–3.0
9 LVDT Offset –200 to 200 counts
10 Output Gain 0.1 – 3.0
11 Current Demand Gain 0.1 – 3.0
12 Current Demand Offset ±10% or
–273 to 273
13 LVDT Phase 0 – 32
14 Serial Number Positive, non-zero number
15 Gas Constant R 40 < R < 800
16 Gas Constant K 1.0 < k < 1.5
17 Gas Constant Gc Positive, non-zero number
18 Gas Constant Z Positive, non-zero number
19 Flow Offset -1400 to 1400
20 Supply Pressure Offset -50.0 to 50.0
21 Discharge Pressure Offset -50.0 to 50.0
22 Temperature Offset (for Gas Temp.) –39.2 °F to 39.2 °F
23 Sonic/Subsonic Hysteresis Value -0.1 to 0.1
24 Flow Range 1 – 20000 PPH
25 Max Stroke 0.005 – 0.275
26 Max Velocity 0 to –0.01
27 Kp Non Zero values
28 Version Number Non Zero values
29 Date Non Zero values

Table 5-2a. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 1–29)

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Code # Description Valid Range
30 Model Number Non Null values
31 Part Number Non Null values
32 Input Pressure Gain 0.1 to 3.0
33 Input Pressure Offset –50 to 50.0
34 Output Pressure Gain 0.1 to 3.0
35 Output Pressure Offset –50 to 50.0
36 Temperature Sensor Gain 0.1 to 3.0
37 Temperature Sensor Offset –50 to 50.0
38 3.3 Volts Gain 0.1 to 3.0
39 3.3 Volts Offset –50 to 50.0
40 Current Sense Gain 0.1 to 3.0
41 Current Sense Offset –50 to 50.0
42 Analog Output Offset –50 to 50
43 ADC A Gain 0.1 to 3.0
44 ADC A Offset –200 to 200
45 ADC B Gain 0.1 to 3.0
46 ADC B Offset –200 to 200
47 AO Polarity 0–7
48 Min Demand 0 – 956
49 Ki (Integral Position Control Coefficient) 0.0 to 0.0156
50 Flow Control Valve Enable 0 or 1
51 Protocol Selection 0, 0x4000, 0x8000, 0xC000
52 I/O Current Voltage Configuration Only bits 0-5 and
8-10 may be set
53 I/O Voltage Range Only bits 0-5 and
8-10 may be set
54 Temperature Compensation Factor –1.0 to 1.0
55 Solenoid Current Limit Non Zero values
56 3.3V Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
57 Input Pressure Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
58 Output Pressure Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
59 LVDT Pressure Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767

Table 5-2b. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 30–59)

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 Code # Description Valid Range
60 Tracking Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
61 Gas Temp Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
62 Overpressure Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
63 Current Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
64 Fault Temp. Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
65 AO0 Configuration ≤7
66 AO1 Configuration ≤7
67 AO2 Configuration ≤7
68 Min. Input Pressure to Enable Flow Control 0 to 450
69 Auto Zero Cal Enable, SelfCalEnable 0 or 1
70 Auto Zero Cal Range, AutoZeroTol 0.000001 to 0.03
71 DifPresEnable 0 or 1
72 Voltage Demand Gain 0.1 to 3.0
73 Voltage Demand Offset –273 to 273
74 +15V Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
75 -15V Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
76 Electronics/Ambient Temp Fault Persist Time ≤ 32767
77 AI0 Current Input Gain, AI0CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
78 AI0 Current Input Offset, AI0CurOff –273 to 273
79 AI1 Current Input Gain, AI1CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
80 AI1 Current Input Offset, AI1CurOff –273 to 273
81 AI2 Current Input Gain, AI2CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
82 AI2 Current Input Offset, AI2CurOff –273 to 273
83 AI3 Current Input Gain, AI3CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
84 AI3 Current Input Offset, AI3CurOff –273 to 273
85 AI4 Current Input Gain, AI4CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
86 AI4 Current Input Offset, AI4CurOff –273 to 273
87 AI5 Current Input Gain, AI5CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
88 AI5 Current Input Offset, AI5CurOff –273 to 273
89 Outlet Pressure Correction coeff 3, OutPCorX3 –20000 to 20000

Table 5-2c. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 60–89)

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Code # Description Valid Range
90 Outlet Pressure Correction coeff 2, OutPCorX2 –20000 to 20000
91 Outlet Pressure Correction coeff 1, OutPCorX1 –20000 to 20000
92 Outlet Pressure Correction division factor, OutPCorDiv –20000 to 20000
93 Input Pressure HW channel gain, AdcInPresGain 0.1 to 3.0
94 Input Pressure HW channel offset, AdcInPresOff –273 to 273
95 Output Pressure HW channel gain, AdcOutPresGain 0.1 to 3.0
96 Output Pressure HW channel offset, AdcOutPresOff –273 to 273
97 AO0 Current Gain, AO0CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
98 AO0 Current Offset, AO0CurrOff –50 to 50
99 AO0 Voltage Gain, AO0VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
100 AO0 Voltage Offset, AO0VoltOff –50 to 50
101 AO1 Current Gain, AO1CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
102 AO1 Current Offset, AO1CurrOff –50 to 50
103 AO1 Voltage Gain, AO1VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
104 AO1 Voltage Offset, AO1VoltOff –50 to 50
105 AO2 Current Gain, AO2CurGain 0.1 to 3.0
106 AO2 Current Offset, AO2CurrOff –50 to 50
107 AO2 Voltage Gain, AO2VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
108 AO2 Voltage Offset, AO2VoltOff –50 to 50
109 AI0 Voltage Gain, AI0VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
110 AI0 Voltage Offset, AI0VoltOff –273 to 273
111 AI1 Voltage Gain, AI1VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
112 AI1 Voltage Offset, AI1VoltOff –273 to 273
113 AI2 Voltage Gain, AI2VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
114 AI2 Voltage Offset, AI2VoltOff –273 to 273
115 AI3 Voltage Gain, AI3VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
116 AI3 Voltage Offset, AI3VoltOff –273 to 273
117 AI4 Voltage Gain, AI4VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0
118 AI4 Voltage Offset, AI4VoltOff –273 to 273
119 AI5 Voltage Gain, AI5VoltGain 0.1 to 3.0

Table 5-2d. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 90–119)

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 Code # Description Valid Range
120 AI5 Voltage Offset, AI5VoltOff –273 to 273
121 Flow Cal Curve Spec Number, FlowCalCurve ≤ 100
122 Electrical Interface Config Number, ElectIntRfc ≤3
123 Flange Accessory Config Number, FlangeAcc ≤3
124 Overpressure Limit, OverPresLim 200 to 600
125 Integral Position Control Limit, MaxIntErr 0.0 to 1.999
126 LVDT Excitation Screen, LvdtExScale 0 to 200
127 AdvDiag Overcurrent Threshold, OCThresh 0 to 4095
128 Thermal Age Threshold, TAT 0 to 4,000,000,000
129 Electronics Aging Thermal Reference Temperature, TR 0.0 to 150.0
130 Total Inches Threshold, TITHRESH 0 to 4,000,000,000
131 Lost Communication Threshold, CLTHRESH 0 to 500
132 Total Inches Travelled Accumulator Deadband, TITDB 0.0 to 0.005
133 Demand Jitter Accumulator Deadband, DJSUMDB 0 to 200
134 INPRESCOEF2 Out Of Range -1.0 to 1.0
135 OUTPRESCOEF2 Out of Range -1.0 to 1.0
136 SLAVEADDR Out Of Range 1 to 247
137 PARITY Out of Range 0 to 2
138 RXMSGTMOUT Out Of Range 0 to 1000

200 Calibration Flags

201 Setup Connect State
202 Fault Record Number
411 Parameter Not Defined For Writing
611 Attempting To Change Setup Parameters When Not In
Setup State
911 Setup Checksum Invalid

1000 – 1099 Position Interpolation Table Min Limit ≥ 683.0, IQ8

1100 – 1199 Position Interpolation Table Max Limit ≤ 3,413.0, IQ8
1200 – 1299 Position Interpolation Table Not Ascending

Table 5-2e. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 120–1299)

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 Code # Description Valid Range
2000 – 2099 CdA Sonic Interpolation Table Min Limit ≥0
2100 – 2199 CdA Sonic Interpolation Table Max Limit ≤ 0.8, IQ16
2200 – 2299 CdA Sonic Interpolation Table Decreasing

3000 – 3099 CdA Subsonic Interpolation Table Min Limit ≥0

3100 – 3199 CdA Subsonic Interpolation Table Max Limit ≤ 0.8, IQ16
3200 – 3299 CdA Subsonic Interpolation Table Decreasing

4000 – 4099 Back Pressure Interpolation Table Min Limit ≥ 0.0

4100 – 4199 Back Pressure Interpolation Table Max Limit ≤ 498.0
4200 – 4299 Back Pressure Interpolation Table Decreasing

5000 – 5099 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Min Limit ≥ 0.0
5100 – 5199 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Min Limit ≤ 14,000.0
5200 – 5299 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Decreasing

6000 – 6099 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Min Limit ≥ 0.0
6100 – 6199 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Min Limit ≤ 14,000.0
6200 – 6299 Flow Limiting Minimum Flow Table Decreasing

7000 – 7099 Stroke Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Min Limit ≥ 0.0
7100 – 7199 Stroke Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Max Limit ≤ 0.26, IQ24
7200 – 7299 Stroke Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Not Ascending
7300 – 7399 PR Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Min Limit ≥ 0.0
7400 – 7499 PR Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Max Limit ≤ 0.1.0, IQ24
7500 – 7599 PR Table for 2-d CdA Lookup, Not Ascending

10000 – 10499 2-d CdA Interpolation Table, Min Limit ≥ 0.0

10500 – 10999 2-d CdA Interpolation Table, Max Limit ≤ 0.8, IQ24
11000 – 11499 2-d CdA Interpolation Table, Stroke Series Descending
For Given PR

Table 5-2f. System Health Parameters and Limits (Codes 2000–11499)

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 Code # Description Valid Range
9000 TestCtrl Value Invalid For Writing From Modbus
9001 AO0ChCfg Value Written Invalid
9002 AO1ChCfg Value Written Invalid
9003 AI0ChCfg Value Written Invalid

Table 5-3. System Health Parameters, Non-Setup (Codes 9000–9003)

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6 TROUBLESHOOTING XVIEW
This section aids technicians or engineers in troubleshooting problems in
the use of XView software with a XVG/eXVG valve.
Table 6-1 lists some possible problems that may be encountered with
XView. Contact PECC regarding any problems not covered in this table.

Symptom Probable Causes Corrective Action

No Unit Detected No or low 24 VDC power to Ensure 24 VDC across terminal 21 and 22 of
message from XView the XVG/eXVG valve XVG/eXVG
COM1 not connected Check computer COM port
Incorrect wiring of RS232 / Ensure connected to terminal 39, 40, 41 of
RS485 interface XVG/eXVG (39 & 40 for RS485)
RS232 / RS485 wiring Use high quality shielded cable for RS232 or
picking up electrical noise RS485 interface, length of no more than 50 feet.
Slow response of program Computer does not meet Install the software on a computer that meets the
to mouse clicks or on- minimum requirements of minimum requirements of XView.
screen indicators slow to XView
update
Real Time Data Monitoring Screen resolution on computer Set screen resolution on computer to 1024 x 768
panels not readable not set to 1024 x 768

Error message when Power interruption Ensure that 24V power to valve is stable
uploading parameters
RS232 / RS48 wire(s) Reconnect RS232 / RS485 wire(s)
from valve or saving
disconnected
parameters to disk
Loss Of Communication Power loss to valve Ensure that 24V power to valve is connected and
message stable
RS232 / RS48 wire(s)
disconnected Reconnect RS232 / RS485 wire(s)
Fault Message from Parameters outside Change performance parameters to values within
XView when downloading acceptable range for the the specified ranges for the XVG/eXVG valve
new parameters XVG/eXVG valve.

Table 6-1. XView Troubleshooting Chart

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APPENDIX A: PRODUCT DEFINITION NUMBERS
The Product Definition Number (PDN) numbering system defines the
specific XVG/eXVG setup and configuration. See Figure A-1 for an
example of a PDN and its parameters.
The PDN is identified on the nameplate.
The PDN and its associated parameters and values are defined and
referenced in the procurement process of this product.

Figure A-1. Product Definition Number Details (sample)

Operation Mode (MODE)

The XVG/eXVG can operate in four different modes, as described in

Table A-1. The 5002800, the basic version of the XVG/eXVG, can only
operate in Stroke mode. The 5002801 can operate in all 4 modes.
See Sections 2.3 and 3.2 of the XVG/eXVG User Manual (SD-6011) for
additional information about operation modes of the XVG/eXVG.

# Operation Description
Mode
0 Stroke Valve position (stroke) is a direct function of command value
1 Flow Valve position (stroke) is a direct function of command value. Measured
Measurement flow is provided as an analog output signal, typically on AOCH1.
2 Flow Control Command signal specifies requested flow in PPH. Valve automatically
adjusts metering of the flow tube assembly to achieve flow as defined by
the command signal and scaled by the Max Flow parameter of the PDN.
3 Flow Limiting Command signal specifies requested flow in PPH based on a schedule
of max/min flow values at a number of outlet pressure values. Valve
automatically positions metering flow tube to achieve flow as defined by
the command signal and interpolated from the flow schedule.

Table A-1. Operation Mode Configuration

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 Command Signal (CMD)

The Command Signal parameter in the PDN describes the signal format
and range of the fuel Demand signal used to control the XVG/eXVG. See
Table A-2 for details.

# Command Description
Signal
0 4 to 20 mA 4 mA = 0% command
20 mA = 100% command
1 0 to 5 VDC 0 VDC = 0% command
5 VDC = 100% command
2 1 to 5VDC 1 VDC = 0% command
5 VDC = 100% command

Table A-2. Command (AICH0) Signal Configuration

Analog Output Channels (AOCH0 & AOCH1)

Analog output channels 0 and 1 (AOCH0 and AOCH1) are feedback

signals. Two digits in the PDN describe each channel. The first digit
represents the parameter represented by the feedback signal on that
channel. See Table A-3.
The second digit represents the signal configuration, both format and
range, for the feedback signal on that channel. See Table A-4.
The PDN shown in Figure A-1, for example, has the two digits “12” for
AOCH0. This means that the feedback signal on Channel 0 represents
the valve position and the signal is in Volts, with a range of 1 to 5VDC.

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# Analog Output Description
Parameter
0 Disabled The analog output channel is disabled.
1 Valve Position Output is scaled to report valve position. The output tracks Demand
under normal operation in Stroke and Flow Measurement modes.
2 Measured Output is scaled to report measured flow:
Flow
Minimum = 0 pounds per hour (PPH)
Maximum = Max value specified in Maximum Flow Parameter
3 n/a Not available at this time
4 Input Pressure Output is scaled as a function of measured input pressure:
(psig) Minimum = 0 psig
Maximum = 500 psig
5 Output Output is scaled as a function of measured output pressure:
Pressure
Minimum = 0 psig
(psig)
Maximum = 500 psig
6 Gas Temp Output is scaled as a function of gas temp:
(Celsius) Minimum = 0 °C
Maximum = 150 °C

Table A-3. Analog Output Parameter Channel Configuration

# Analog Output Signal Description

Configuration
0 4 to 20 mA 4 mA = 0%
20 mA = 100%
1 0 to 5 VDC 0 VDC = 0%
5 VDC = 100%
2 1 to 5VDC 1 VDC = 0%
5 VDC = 100%
3 0 to –5VDC 0 VDC = 0%
–5 VDC = 100%

Table A-4. Analog Output Signal Configuration

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 Gas Constants (R & k)

The R parameter in the PDN represents the gas constant R for the gas
being regulated by the XVG/eXVG. The k parameter in the PDN
represents the specific heat ratio for the gas being regulated by the
XVG/eXVG.
These fuel properties vary for different gases. Flow measurement
accuracy is based on accurate correlation of these properties with the
media being measured. The Gas Constant numbers for R and k must
correlate with the gas being regulated by the XVG/eXVG. The gas to be
regulated must be defined in the procurement process for this product to
ensure that the proper values for the constants are used. See Table A-5.

Gas Constant Description

R Gas Constant
Air = 53.34
(ft-lbf / lbm-°R)
Natural Gas = 79.1
Propane = 35.04
k Specific Heat Ratio Cp/Cv
Air = 1.4
Natural Gas = 1.273
Propane = 1.12

Table A-5. Gas Constants Configuration

Maximum Flow (MAX FLW)

Maximum flow capability is a function of gas pressure and temperature

conditions. Operating conditions must be carefully considered when the
Maximum Flow number is chosen for an application. See Table A-6.

Maximum Flow Description

PPH X 1000 Units are kPPH. This parameter scales the analog output when
configured for measured flow.

Table A-6. Max Flow Configuration

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 Calibration Curve (CAL CURVE)

Performance goals for flow and pressure for a given application are used
to empirically determine the stroke and nominal flow area (CdA) needed at
various points across the Demand signal range. The stroke values, and
their corresponding flow area values, are plotted relative to Demand
signal percentages (10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%, for instance) to
define performance curves. Precision Engine Controls Corporation
determines which calibration curve is necessary to achieve the
customer’s desired performance profile across the Demand signal range.
The Calibration Curve field in the PDN is used to identify the curve
number that has been used to calibrate the unit. See Table A-7.

Field Description
Calibration Curve Desired fuel flow and/or stroke vs. command characteristic for valve.
Contact Precision Engine Controls Corporation for available flow
characteristics.

Table A-7. Calibration Curve

Electrical Interface (ELECT)

The Electrical Interface parameter specifies which one of the three

electrical interface options has been used. See Table A-8.

# Electrical Description
Interface
0 Terminal Block Power and signal interfaces directly to the on-board terminal block.
Only
1 13-Wire, EP A thirteen-wire, explosion proof, pigtail harness is installed with the valve.
Harness
2 15-Wire, EP A fifteen-wire, explosion proof, pigtail harness is installed with the valve.
Harness

Table A-8. Electrical Interface

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 Note. Hazardous Location Requirement:

In order to comply with ATEX requirements, the user must

install an explosion-proof seal within 18 inches of the valve
enclosure exit when interfacing directly to the terminal block.

Flange Accessory (FLANGE)

The Flange Accessory parameter specifies which one of the three flange
accessory options has been used. See Table A-9.

# Flange Description
Accessory
0 None No adapters installed
1 MS Adapter Kit MS33786-20 Flange, (4-Bolt) (XVG Only)
2 ANSI 1.5” SAE J518-24 TO ANSI #150 Flange (XVG Only)

Table A-9. Flange Interface

Note. Contact Precision Engine Controls Corporation for details

on flange conversions.

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