Digiquartz Operations Manual For RS 485 RS 232

Paroscientific, Inc.
Digiquartz® Pressure Instrumentation
Digiquartz Broadband
Intelligent Instruments with
RS-232 and RS-485 Interfaces
Series 1000 / 6000 / 9000

Intelligent Pressure Transmitter
Series 8000 Intelligent Depth Sensor
Model 715 Display
RS-232 / RS-485 Serial Interface Board
User Manual
“The standard by which other standards are measured”

Digiquartz® Broadband
Intelligent Instruments with
RS-232 and RS-485 Interfaces
User Manual
DOCUMENT NO. 8819-001

REVISION AB
JANUARY 2016
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for the latest manual revisions.
COPYRIGHT 2016 PAROSCIENTIFIC, INC.

Contents
1. Introduction 9
1.1 Latest Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 Conventions Used In This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.3 Warnings and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.4 Hardware Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2. Features and Functions 13

2.1 Measurement Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.2 Measurement Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.3 Measurement Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.4 Sampling Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5 Engineering Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.6 Serial Data Output Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.7 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.8 Tare and Overpressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2.9 Measurement Data Formatting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.10 RS-232 and RS-485 Serial Communications. . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.11 Differences Between RS-232 and RS-485 Ports . . . . . . . . 17
2.12 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.13 Unit Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.14 Model 715 Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3. Installation and Quick Start 19

3.1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.2 Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
4. Operation 23
4.1 Compatible Serial Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.2 Serial and Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.3 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.4 Command and Response Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.5 Command and Response Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4.6 Digiquartz Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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5. Command Instructions 27
5.1 Enable Write Command. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.2 Serial Communications Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.3 Measurement Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.4 Measurement Integration Time Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.5 Precise Measurement Time Interval Command. . . . . . . . . 38
5.6 User-Defined Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.7 Measurement Mode Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
5.8 Minimum/Maximum Pressure Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.9 Serial Data Output Mode Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5.10 Unit Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5.11 Power Management Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
5.12 Tare and Overpressure Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
5.13 Measurement Data Formatting Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.14 Unit Identification Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.15 Model 715 Display Configuration Commands . . . . . . . . . 56
5.16 Time Reference Stamp Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
5.17 Calibration Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
5.18 Global Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
6. Nano-Resolution Features & Functions 63

6.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.2 Technical Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.3 Resolution and Data Rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6.4 IIR Filter Options for Nano-Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
6.5 Nano-Resolution Application Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
6.6 Numeric Format For Nano-Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
7. Pressure Measurement Concepts 69

7.1 Resolution, Integration Time, and Sampling Rate . . . . . . . 69
7.2 High-Speed Sampling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
7.3 Calculations and Formulas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
7.4 Zero and Span Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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8. Networking Multiple Intelligent Devices 73
8.1 Networking Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
8.2 Choosing a Network Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
8.3 RS-485 Multi-drop Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.4 RS-232 Serial Loop Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
8.5 Other Networking Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
9. Using the Model 715 Display 79

9.1 Serial and Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
9.2 Configuring Intelligent Device For Use With Model 715 . 79
9.3 Model 715 Panel Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
10. I/O Lines 83

10.1 Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
10.2 Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
11. Connector and Wiring Diagrams 85

11.1 Connector Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
11.2 Serial Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
12. Troubleshooting 97
12.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
12.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
13. Calibration 99
13.1 Pressure Calibration Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
14. Pressure Unit Conversion Table 101
15. Command and Parameter Index 103
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Thank you for your recent Digiquartz® Intelligent Transmitter or Depth Sensor purchase.
This manual describes operation of the entire line of Paroscientific Digiquartz Intelligent
Transmitters and Depth Sensors equipped with single RS-232 or dual RS-232/RS-485
ports.
NOTE: To determine if your Digiquartz Intelligent device supports dual RS-232/RS-
485 or RS-232 only serial interface, please refer to product documentation.
1.1 Latest Features

Nano-Resolution - Starting with firmware revisions R5.10 and Q1.00, it is now
possible to achieve parts-per-billion resolution (nano-resolution) as opposed to parts-
per-million resolution in standard mode. This feature is easily enabled/disabled via
software commands. Please refer to Section 6, page 63 for additional information on
using nano-resolution.
Precise Measurement Time Interval Command - Allows the user to collect
measurements at precise data rates. Please refer to Section 5.5, page 38 for additional
information on using the precise measurement time interval command.
Compound Measurement Commands - Allows the user to simultaneously
acquire multiple measurement values such as signal periods and compensated
pressures in a more efficient and convenient manner than taking the measurements
separately. Please refer to Section 5.3.3, page 32 for additional information on using
compound measurement commands.
1.2 Conventions Used In This Manual

The following conventions are used throughout this manual:
Digiquartz Intelligent Device - Any Series 1000, 6000, or 9000 Intelligent
Transmitter, or Series 8000 Intelligent Depth Sensor.
Digiquartz Intelligent Transmitter - Any model from the Series 1000, 6000, or
9000 product lines.
Digiquartz Intelligent Depth Sensor - Any model from the Series 8000 product
line with RS-232 and/or RS-485 capabilities.
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CAUTION
is used to draw your attention to a situation that may result in an undesirable outcome,
but will not damage an Intelligent device.
WARNING
is used to draw your attention to a situation that may result in permanent damage to an
Intelligent device.
DANGER
is used to draw your attention to a situation that may result in injury.
1.3 Warnings and Safety Precautions

Digiquartz Pressure Transmitters and Depth Sensors are precision devices, and as such,
they should be operated with a certain degree of care to ensure optimum performance.
WARNING
It is recommended that the input pressure typically not exceed 1.2 times the rated full-
scale pressure. Calibration can be affected if this limit is exceeded, and permanent
damage can result if the unit is sufficiently over-pressured. Certain custom products
may have lower requirements; please refer to the product SCD for actual safe pressure
rating.
WARNING
Excessive mechanical shock may cause irreparable damage. Do not drop an Intelligent
device, or allow tools to fall on the unit or its pressure port.
1.4 Hardware Descriptions
1.4.1 Intelligent Transmitters (Series 1000 / 6000 / 9000)

Digiquartz Intelligent Transmitters consist of a pressure transducer and a serial interface
board in an integral package. Commands are sent and measurement data is received via one
RS-232 and one RS-485 serial port. Measurement data is provided directly in user-
selectable engineering units with a typical total accuracy of 0.01% or better over a wide
temperature range. Pressure measurements are fully temperature compensated using a
precision quartz crystal temperature sensor. Each intelligent transmitter is preprogrammed
with calibration coefficients for full plug-in interchangeability.
1.4.2 Intelligent Depth Sensors (Series 8000)

Digiquartz Intelligent Depth Sensors consist of a pressure transducer and a serial interface
board in a rugged waterproof package. Commands are sent and measurement data are
received via one RS-232 and one RS-485 serial port. Measurement data are provided
directly in user-selectable engineering units with a typical total accuracy of 0.01% or better
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over a wide temperature range. Pressure measurements are fully temperature compensated
using a precision quartz crystal temperature sensor. Each intelligent depth sensor is
preprogrammed with calibration coefficients for full plug-in interchangeability.
1.4.3 Model 715 Display

The Model 715 is an LCD display unit that can be used with Digiquartz Intelligent devices
via serial interface. It features a two-line, 16 character alphanumeric LCD display that is
backlit to ensure readability even in low light conditions. The Model 715 can communicate
with a Digiquartz Intelligent device via either RS-232 or RS-485.
The Model 715 is housed in a sturdy metal enclosure that conforms to DIN specifications,
and is designed for easy panel mounting.
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The following features and capabilities are common to all Digiquartz Intelligent
Transmitters and Depth Sensors except as noted. For the added benefits of nano-resolution
signal processing, please refer to Section 6, page 63.
2.1 Measurement Basics

The outputs from Digiquartz pressure transducers are two square wave signals whose
period is proportional to applied pressure and internal transducer temperature. The
Intelligent electronics measures these signals using a technique similar to that of a common
laboratory frequency counter. Like the frequency counter, a signal must be integrated, or
sampled, for a specified period of time to measure its period. The time over which the signal
is sampled determines the resolution of the measurement. Longer sampling times increase
resolution, but result in a slower sampling rate.
Digiquartz Intelligent devices allow you to set the integration time between 0.001 and 270
seconds in 0.001 second increments. Pressure and temperature integration times can be set
independently. Measurements can be continuously taken in the background, or can be
initiated when a measurement command is received. These features can be used to
configure the intelligent device according to the data acquisition and resolution
requirements of your application. Refer to Section 7.1, page 69 for more information about
integration time, resolution, and sampling rate.
2.2 Measurement Descriptions

One or both of the transducer’s pressure and temperature signals are sampled, or integrated,
depending on the type of measurement requested.
PRESSURE MEASUREMENTS
Pressure measurements are by far the most common. Pressure measurements are fully
temperature-compensated, and therefore require an internal temperature measurement.
When a pressure measurement is made, the following sequence occurs:
1. The temperature and pressure signal periods are measured simultaneously.
2. A temperature-compensated pressure value is calculated using the pressure
period, temperature period, and the calibration coefficients.
3. The pressure value is output.
INTERNAL SENSOR TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS

Internal sensor temperature is normally only used for temperature compensation of
pressure, but can be requested independently for diagnostic purposes.
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When an internal sensor temperature measurement is made, the following sequence
occurs:
1. The temperature signal period is measured.
2. The temperature value is calculated using the temperature period and the
calibration coefficients.
3. The temperature value is output.
PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE PERIOD MEASUREMENTS

Period measurements are used mainly for calibration and diagnostic purposes, but may be
useful in high-speed sampling applications.
When a period measurement is made, the following sequence occurs:
1. The pressure or temperature signal period is measured.
2. The period value is output.
Refer to Section 5.3, page 28 for detailed measurement command descriptions.
NANO-RESOLUTION
Starting with firmware revisions R5.10 and Q1.00, it is now possible to achieve parts-per-
billion resolution (nano-resolution) as opposed to parts-per-million resolution in standard
mode. This feature can be easily enabled/disabled via serial commands. Please refer to
Section 6, page 63 for additional information on this new feature.
2.3 Measurement Modes

INTEGRATION MODE VS. FETCH MODE
When in Integration Mode, measurements are initiated when a measurement command is
received. Data is output when the new measurement is complete. This is the mode in which
Digiquartz Intelligent devices have traditionally operated. In Fetch Mode, measurements
are continuously taken in the background. When a measurement command is received, the
most recently acquired measurement value is immediately output. Refer to FM command
on page 44 for more information.
SEQUENTIAL INTEGRATION VS. SIMULTANEOUS INTEGRATION

Until recently, Digiquartz Intelligent devices used a Sequential Integration scheme for
measuring the sensor’s pressure and temperature signals. With Sequential Integration, the
temperature period is integrated first, followed by the pressure period.
Recent advances in microprocessor technology have enabled Digiquartz transmitters and
depth sensors to integrate the temperature and pressure signals simultaneously.
Simultaneous Integration results in faster data acquisition without sacrificing measurement
resolution. Simultaneous Integration is available in all Digiquartz transmitters and depth
sensors starting with firmware versions R4.00 and Q1.00. For backward compatibility with
earlier units, a Sequential Integration Simulation mode is also available. The Sequential
Integration Simulation uses Simultaneous Integration but produces measurement timing
similar to units with firmware versions prior to R4.00.
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The following figure illustrates the differences between Sequential Integration,
Simultaneous Integration, and Sequential Integration Simulation. Refer to Section 5.7,
page 43 for more information about Sequential and Simultaneous Integration.
FIGURE 2-1: Timing Diagram - Simultaneous vs.Sequental Integration
2.4 Sampling Types

Options available for measurement sampling are listed below. Refer to Section 5.3, page
28 for detailed measurement command descriptions.
Single Measurement Sampling - These commands will output a single
measurement value each time the command is received.
Continuous Measurement Sampling - These commands will repeatedly output
measurement data until commanded to stop.
Sample and Hold Measurement Sampling - These commands are similar to
single measurement sampling, but the measurement value is not output until a separate
command is sent. This type of sampling is useful when you need to simultaneously
trigger measurements from multiple units, and then read them one by one in a
particular order.
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Pressure values can be expressed in the following engineering units. Refer to the UN
command in Section 5.10, page 46 for details.
• psi • in Hg
• hPa (mbar) • mm Hg (torr)
• bar • m H20
• kPa • user-defined units
• MPa
Internal temperature values can be expressed in units of Celsius or Fahrenheit (°C or °F).
Refer to the TU command on page 48 for details.
2.6 Serial Data Output Modes

In addition to the sampling types described in Section 2.4, Digiquartz Intelligent devices
can also be configured to provide continuous pressure measurement data whenever power
is applied. Refer to Section 5.9, page 45 for details.
2.7 Power Management

You can configure a Digiquartz Intelligent device to automatically switch to a low power
“sleep” state after a user-defined period of serial inactivity, thus conserving power. When
serial activity resumes, the unit will “awaken”, allowing normal operation. Sleep mode is
not available with continuous pressure output or nano-resolution. Refer to Section 5.11,
page 48 for details.
2.8 Tare and Overpressure

You can configure the Digiquartz Intelligent device to subtract a value from each
subsequent pressure measurement. This process is referred to as ‘taring.’ You can tare to
the current pressure value, or to any value you specify. Taring can be initiated by contact
closure via a dedicated digital input line, or by serial command. A dedicated digital output
and/or a special character in the measurement data can be used to indicate whether taring
is in effect. Refer to Section 5.12, page 49 and Section 10, page 83 for details.
You can configure the Digiquartz Intelligent device to indicate whether the measured
pressure exceeds a user-specified setpoint. This indication is provided via a dedicated
digital output line. Refer to sections cited in previous paragraph for details.
NOTE: Tare and overpressure I/O lines are not available for RS-232 only instruments
or Digiquartz Intelligent Depth Sensors.
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2.9 Measurement Data Formatting
Several serial data formatting options have been provided, and are listed below. Refer to
Section 5.13, page 52 for details.
User-Defined Commands - Lets you create your own custom measurement
commands, containing any combination of measurement values and text strings. See
the OF and OM commands for details.
Engineering Unit Suffix - Appends the engineering unit to pressure and
temperature measurement data. See the US command for details.
Underscore Separator - Adds underscore(s) to pressure and temperature
measurement data to separate the measurement value from the address header and
optional engineering unit. See the SU command for details.
Tare Indicator - Adds an uppercase ‘T’ character to pressure measurement data to
indicate a tared value. See the ZI command for details.
Data Logger Format - Converts measurement data to a predictable fixed-length
and fixed-position format to simplify parsing by data loggers and other programmable
serial hosts. See the DL command for details.
User-Defined Unit Label - Lets you define the 4-character unit label to be used
when the user-defined pressure unit is selected. See the UM command for details.
2.10 RS-232 and RS-485 Serial Communications

Commands for Digiquartz Intelligent devices are sent via serial communications. Response
data, if any, will be output from the port that received the command. Common baud rates
between 300 and 115,200 baud are supported. The serial protocol is fixed at 8 data bits, no
parity, and 1 stop bit.
Up to 98 units and an RS-232 serial host can be interconnected to form a serial loop
network. Refer to Sections 5.2, 8.4, and 11 for details. Additionally, up to 98 units and an
RS-485 serial host can be interconnected to form a 2-wire or 4-wire RS-485 multi-drop
network. Refer to Sections 5.2, 8.3, and 11 for details.
Communication with a specific Digiquartz Intelligent device occurs by sending commands
to its ID number. You can also send certain commands to all devices on a network by
sending the command to the global address. Refer to Sections 4.3, 4.4, and 5.18 for details.
2.11 Differences Between RS-232 and RS-485 Ports

Generally, Digiquartz Intelligent devices respond identically to commands received on
either port, with the following exceptions:
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• Global commands received by the RS-232 port are re-transmitted. This enables
a global command to be relayed to each device in an RS-232 serial loop
network. Refer to Section 8.4, page 76 for more information about RS-232
serial loop networking.
• Commands received by the RS-232 port that are addressed for other devices are
re-transmitted. This behavior is necessary to support RS-232 serial loop
networking. Refer to Section 8.4, page 76 for more information about RS-232
serial loop networking.
• Global commands received by the RS-485 port never generate a response. This
prevents a data collision from occurring if all devices on a multi-drop network
were to respond simultaneously. Refer to Section 8.3, page 74 for details.
2.12 Calibration
Digiquartz Intelligent devices are shipped fully calibrated. Calibration data is shipped with
the unit in printed form, and is also stored within the device in non-volatile memory. These
values should not be modified unless it is absolutely necessary to do so, and then only with
extreme caution. See Section 5.17, page 60 and Section 13, page 99 for details.
2.13 Unit Identification

Digiquartz Intelligent devices are shipped with several unit identification values stored in
non-volatile memory. These read-only values include:
• Serial and model numbers
• Full-scale pressure
• Transducer type.
Refer to Section 5.14, page 55 for details.
2.14 Model 715 Display

Digiquartz Intelligent devices can be used with the Model 715 Display to display pressure,
temperature, and user-defined alphanumeric information. The Model 715 can communicate
with Digiquartz Intelligent devices via either RS-232 or RS-485. User-defined
alphanumeric display information can be stored in the Digiquartz Intelligent device, or can
be sent directly from serial host to Model 715 display. Intelligent devices support several
commands that control the Model 715 display. Refer to Section 5.15, page 56 for details.
Compatibility of Digiquartz Intelligent devices with the Model 715 Display and older
Model 710 display is shown in the table below:
TABLE 2-1: Firmware Compatibility With Model 715 And 710 Displays
Display Device Qx.xx Rx.xx Sx.xx
Model 715 Display NO YES NO
Model 710 Display NO NO YES
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3.1 Installation
Digiquartz Intelligent Transmitters can generally be mounted in any orientation. Mounting
hole patterns for units so equipped can be found on the Specification Control Drawing
(SCD) supplied with the unit.
CAUTION
Pressure head effects vary with transmitter orientation, and result in zero offsets. These
effects are more pronounced when liquid-filled pressure lines are being used. These
effects can be minimized by keeping the transmitter pressure port and the pressure
source at the same elevation, or by making an offset correction to compensate for the
pressure head.
3.1.1 Pressure Ports and Buffer Tubes

Digiquartz Intelligent Transmitters typically include a nylon or stainless steel buffer tube.
The buffer tube is an integral part of the mechanical shock protection system of the device.
Parker A-Lok or equivalent nut and ferrule compression tube fittings are used on most
Digiquartz Intelligent Transmitters. The Series 1000 devices use 1/8” diameter tube fittings
for installation. Two 7/16" wrenches are required when making or breaking any 1/8-inch
pressure fitting. The first wrench is used to stabilize the stationary fitting, and the second
wrench is used to turn the other fitting.
The Series 9000 transmitters use a 1/4” Modified HIP or equivalent fitting. A 5/8” wrench
and 3/4” wrench are required to make and break these connections.
CAUTION
It is recommended that new pressure fittings are installed finger tight, then wrench-
tightened an additional ¾ turn to complete the pressure seal. To remake an existing
pressure fitting, install finger-tight and wrench-tighten just enough to achieve a seal.
Overtightening an existing fitting may cause irreversible damage to the connector seat.
WARNING
Avoid making connections directly to the transmitter pressure fitting. Make connections
to the buffer tube fitting wherever possible. If the transmitter pressure fitting becomes
flared, stripped or damaged, it will be necessary to return the unit to Paroscientific for
repairs.
WARNING
Do not remove the buffer tube. It is an integral part of the mechanical shock protection
system of the transmitter.
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For additional information, see the application note “The Use and Handling of Buffer
Tubes” at www.paroscientific.com.
3.1.2 Oil Filled vs. Non-Oil Filled Units

OIL FILLED TRANSMITTERS
Transmitters intended for liquid media pressure measurements are oil filled at
Paroscientific. Transmitters that are oil filled should never be used in gas media
applications.
Oil-fill and bleed all pressure lines that are to be connected to an oil filled transmitter. The
same oil used to fill the transmitter should be used to fill the pressure lines; consult the
transmitter Specification Control Drawing for details.
CAUTION
If your transmitter and buffer tube are oil filled, do not pull a vacuum or apply
pressurized gas to the unit. Doing so could allow bubbles to form in the pressure lines
and transmitter, which will adversely affect the accuracy of the unit.
CAUTION
Pressure head effects result in zero offsets. These effects are more pronounced when
liquid filled pressure lines are being used. These effects can be minimized by keeping
the transmitter pressure port and the pressure source at the same elevation, or by
making an offset correction to compensate for the pressure head.
NON-OIL FILLED TRANSMITTERS

Non-oil filled transmitters are intended for use in dry gas media applications, and should
never be used in liquid media applications.
WARNING
If your transmitter and buffer tube are not oil-filled, do not apply pressurized liquid media
to the unit. Liquid may contaminate the unit, and may adversely affect the accuracy of
the unit. It is not possible to completely remove most liquids from the transmitter once
they have been introduced.
For additional information, see the application note “Oil Filled Transducers Accuracy,
Performance, and Handling” at www.paroscientific.com.
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3.2 Quick Start
This section will help you to quickly connect your Digiquartz Intelligent device to the RS-
232 serial port of a standard PC, establish communications, and take your first pressure
measurements.
This process will be much simpler and easier if you have purchased a Power Module Kit.
The kit specific to your device see below:
FOR DUAL RS-232 / RS-485

P/N 1294-001 (110VAC) or 1294-002 (220VAC):
• Power adapter module, P/N 6671-003
• 110 or 220 VAC wall power supply, P/N6377-001 or 6377-004
• 9-pin serial cable, P/N 6409-003
FOR RS-232 ONLY
P/N 1291-002 (110VAC) or 1291-002 (220VAC):
• Power adapter module, P/N 6671-0031
• 110 or 220 VAC wall power supply, P/N6024-001 or 6024-002
3.2.1 Connect Up the System
IF YOU HAVE THE POWER MODULE KIT:

• Connect up the system as shown in Figure 11-13 on page 91.
• Plug in the wall power supply.
IF YOU DON’T HAVE THE POWER MODULE KIT:
• Connect up the system as shown in Figure 11-14 on page 92.
3.2.2 Run Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3)

• Install Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3) on your Windows-based PC. DQI3 can
be found at www.paroscientific.com. DQI3 is compatible with both 32 and 64-
bit Windows operating systems.
• Connect the RS-232 port of your instrument to the serial communications port
on your PC, and power up the instrument.
• Run DQI3, the start-up screen will be displayed as default.
• Under the Configuration and Monitoring option, select the COM port if known,
otherwise select All.
• Click Search For Devices. DQI3 will attempt to detect the instrument, and if
successful, will display its serial number and communications parameters.
NOTE: For users with multiple networked devices, select a single device under
Devices Detected before proceeding. If the search ends and your instrument is not
located, close DQI3 and ensure that your instrument is powered and properly
connected to the PC serial communications port before running DQI3 again.
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• Once the instrument is located, click Go to Configuration and Monitoring to
setup parameters and begin taking measurements.
Congratulations, you are now ready to take your first pressure measurement! We encourage
you to use DQI3 to explore the remaining functions of your Digiquartz Intelligent device.
Please refer to the Help function in DQI3 and Section 4.6, page 26 for more information.
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4.1 Compatible Serial Hardware
Digiquartz Intelligent devices are compatible with any equipment that conforms to the EIA
RS-232 and/or RS-485 specifications. They are also backward compatible with earlier
Intelligent devices that support RS-232 only, and can be used together in RS-232 serial loop
networks.
NOTE: For compatibility with the Model 715 and Model 710 Display devices refer to
Section 2.14, page 18.
4.2 Serial and Power Connections

Serial and power connections are made via a 15-pin high-density D-Sub connector for dual
RS-232/485 devices, or 9-pin D-Sub connector for RS-232 only devices. Refer to Section
11.1, page 85 for connector pin details, and Section 11.2, page 91 for detailed system wiring
diagrams.
It is recommended that you establish communications and verify transmitter operation prior
to permanently installing the device. The Power Module Kit simplifies the task of powering
the transmitter and making serial connections to a PC or other serial host. Refer to Section
3.2, page 21 for details.
NOTE: The Power Module Kits are intended for use with Digiquartz Intelligent
transmitters, and are not compatible with Intelligent depth sensor products.
4.3 Communications
Digiquartz Intelligent devices are initially configured for RS-232/RS-485 communications
at 9,600 baud. The serial protocol is fixed at 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. Each
Intelligent device has an ID number, and will only respond to commands sent to its ID
number or 99. ID number 99 is reserved as a global address, which can be used to send a
single command to multiple devices at once. The ID number is initially configured to 01,
but you can set the ID number to any value between 01 and 98.
It is recommended that Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3) software be used to establish initial
communications with your transmitter. Refer to Section 3.2, page 21 for details.
You may also use any terminal program that is configured for the proper baud rate and serial
protocol. Your terminal program must also send a line-feed character (ASCII 10) with each
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4.4 Command and Response Basics
ASCII text commands are used to communicate remotely with the device.
The following basic tasks can be performed by sending the appropriate command:
• Take a measurement
• Perform a control function, such as changing the baud rate
• Set or read the value of an operating parameter, such as integration time
Measurement commands typically generate a response that contains the measurement data.
Parameter-set commands typically generate a response that reports the updated parameter
value. Parameter-read commands report the current parameter value.
When setting virtually all parameter values, you must precede the command with an EW
command. This reduces the likelihood of accidental alteration of stored parameter values.
Please refer to Section 5.1, page 27 for more information about the EW command.
In general, when a command is being processed and another command is received, the
device will abort the command in process and begin processing the second command,
regardless of whether the commands are received via RS-232 or RS-485. However, when
Fetch Mode is selected, measurement commands can typically be received simultaneously
on the RS-232 and RS-485 ports, allowing asynchronous access to measurement data from
two serial hosts. Refer to Section 2.3, page 14 and the FM command on page 44 for more
information about Fetch Mode.
NOTE: Due to internal resource limitations, commands sent simultaneously to both
RS-232 and RS-485 ports may occasionally not generate a response. It is
recommended that the serial host retry the command should this occur.
4.5 Command and Response Format

Commands sent to and responses received from the device are very similar, and are made
up of the following:
START CHARACTER
The start character is an asterisk (ASCII 42).
DESTINATION ID
This is the Unit ID number of the device that is to receive the command or response. It is a
two-digit integer between 00 and 99. ID 00 is reserved for the serial host, usually a PC. The
factory default Unit ID number is 01.
SOURCE ID
This is the Unit ID number of device that is sending the command or the response. It is a
two-digit integer between 00 and 98. ID 00 is reserved for the serial host, usually a PC.
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COMMAND OR RESPONSE DATA
A wide variety of commands and resulting response data are possible, depending on the
particular command used. Refer to Section 5 beginning on page 27 for descriptions of the
entire command set.
TERMINATION CHARACTERS
All commands must terminate with a carriage return (ASCII 13 decimal) followed by a
linefeed (ASCII 10 decimal). All command responses are terminated in the same manner.
COMMAND FORMAT
Commands are typically sent in the following format. The P3 command is used in this
example:
*0100P3CrLf
Where:
* = Start character Asterisk, ASCII 42 decimal
01 = Destination ID Unit ID of the device that is to receive the command.
00 = Source ID Unit ID of the device that is sending the command
(Serial host is ID 00)
P3 = Command P3 is an example. Refer to Section 5 for descriptions
of the entire command set.
Cr = Carriage return ASCII 13 decimal
Lf = Linefeed char. ASCII 10 decimal
RESPONSE FORMAT
Responses are typically received in the following format:
*000114.4567CrLf
Where:
* = Start character Asterisk, ASCII 42 decimal
00 = Destination ID Unit ID of serial host that is to receive the response
01 = Source ID Unit ID of device that is responding.
14.4567 = Data Data sent in response to the prior command
Cr = Carriage return ASCII 13 decimal
Lf = Linefeed char. ASCII 10 decimal
These examples are typical, but other response forms exist. Refer to Section 5 for specific
details regarding each available command.
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Paroscientific provides several software programs that simplify common measurement and
configuration tasks. The latest versions of these and other software programs are available
at the Paroscientific web site at www.paroscientific.com.
4.6.1 Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3)

OVERVIEW
Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3) is a Windows-based program that makes it easy to
communicate with and configure Digiquartz Intelligent devices. We encourage you to
install and use DQI3 to verify proper operation, configure your device, take measurements,
and experiment with its functions. DQI3 supports both 32 and 64-bit operating systems.
DQI3 consists of two main sections: Configuration and Monitoring and Digiquartz
Terminal.
CONFIGURATION AND MONITORING SECTION

The Configuration and Monitoring section allows one to set up a device and display
measurement values without previous knowledge of device commands, as well as provide
the advanced user with a powerful set of configuration tools.
With Configuration and Monitoring, you can:
• Establish communications with a device on any available com port, at any
supported Unit ID and baud rate value.
• Perform common configuration functions.
• Store current configuration settings for future restoration needs.
• Save or print a configuration report.
• Save or print a diagnostic report.
• Take measurements and display measurement data.
• Plot measurement data and print graphs.
• Log time-stamped measurement data to a file for analysis.
DIGIQUARTZ TERMINAL SECTION
The Digiquartz Terminal section allows one to communicate directly with the device at the
most fundamental level using native commands. All possible configuration and
measurement functions are available via the terminal interface. Digiquartz Terminal is
designed especially for communication with Digiquartz Intelligent devices.
HOW TO USE DQI3

Refer to Section 3.2.2, page 21 for basic installation instructions, and to the help function
in DQI3 for more detailed information.
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DM, DP, DT, DL, FM, OF, OI, OM, OP, P7, PL, PR, PS, TR, TS, UL.
5.1 Enable Write Command

When setting virtually all parameter values, you must precede the parameter set command
with an EW (enable write) command. Parameter set commands will usually be ignored
unless they are preceded with an EW command.
EW Enable the next parameter set command to write a new value into
non-volatile memory.
EW can be issued as a separate command by terminating it with a carriage
return/line feed, or you can string the EW and parameter set commands together,
as shown below.
Typical Syntax: *0100EW*0100TR=800
Alternate Syntax: *0100EW
*0100TR=800
NOTE: EW is only necessary when using commands to set a parameter
value. It is not necessary to use EW to read a parameter value, or when using
measurement commands.
5.2 Serial Communications Commands

The serial communications commands enable the baud rate and device ID to be set via the
RS-232 or RS-485 ports.
BR Set the baud rate.

Default: 9600
Typical Command: *9900BR=19200
Typical Response: *9900BR=19200
BR is a set-only command. It is not possible to read the value of BR. BR must be
sent to the global Unit ID 99. BR cannot be sent to an individual Unit ID.
Supported baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600,
and 115200 baud.
NOTE: Since BR is a global command, it produces no response on the RS-
485 port.
NOTE: Under certain conditions, communication problems may occur at
the 115200 baud rate. If the problem persists, consider changing the baud
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BL Lock or unlock the baud rate.
Typical Command: *9900EW*9900BL=1
Typical Response: *9900EW
*0001BL=1
*9900BL=1
BL is a set-only command. It is not possible to read the value of BL. BL must be
sent to the global ID 99. BL cannot be sent to an individual unit ID. If the
command was successful, the responses on the RS-232 port include the EW
command echo and a BL command response for each unit - this is due to the
nature of the serial loop networking protocol. If the command was unsuccessful,
the response will only be the command sent.
NOTE: Since BL is a global command, it produces no response on the RS-
485 port.
ID Set the Unit ID. ID must be sent to the global ID 99.

Typical Command: *9900ID
Typical Response: *9902ID
RS-232 USAGE - With a single unit, ID sets the Unit ID of the unit to the source
ID + 1. When used with a serial loop network, ID sets the Unit ID of the first unit
to the source ID + 1. The unit then responds by incrementing the source ID. This
behavior enables ID to set all units on the serial loop network to unique Unit ID
values in ascending order, starting with the command source ID + 1. See Section
8.4, page 76 for more information on serial loop networking.
RS-485 USAGE - Use of the ID command is not recommended in RS-485 multi-
drop networks, since all the units on the network would be set to the same Unit
ID. To set a unique Unit ID for each unit to be used in a multi-drop network, set
them one at a time prior to installing them in the network. Refer to Section 8.3,
page 74 for more information on RS-485 networking.
5.3 Measurement Commands

The following commands are used to initiate measurements, and to control measurement
integration time.
5.3.1 Single Measurement Commands

The following commands are used to initiate single measurements. They return the
resulting measurement value as soon as it is available when in Integration Mode, or
immediately if in Fetch Mode. Refer to the FM command on page 44 for more information
about Integration Mode and Fetch Mode.
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P3 Sample and send one pressure measurement.
Action: Measure pressure sensor temperature period and
pressure period, calculate temperature-compensated
pressure, send pressure value, and await next
command.
Units: As specified by UN
Typical Command: *0100P3
Typical Response: *00114.71234 (Value: 14.71234)
THE FOLLOWING ARE LOW-LEVEL MEASUREMENT COMMANDS GENERALLY

USED FOR DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES:
Q3 Sample and send one pressure sensor temperature measurement.

Action: Measure internal pressure sensor temperature
period, calculate pressure sensor temperature, send
pressure sensor temperature value, and await next
command.
Units: °F or °C, as selected by TU
Typical Command: *0100Q3
NOTE: Q3 is the internal pressure sensor temperature, and is mainly used
for diagnostic purposes.
NOTE: Repeatedly issuing the Q3 command will temporarily prevent the
optional Model 715 display from being updated.
P1 Sample and send one pressure period measurement.

Action: Measure pressure period, send pressure period value,
and await next command.
NOTE: Repeatedly issuing the P1 command will temporarily prevent the
Q1 Sample and send one pressure sensor temperature period

measurement.
period, send pressure sensor temperature period
value, and await next command.
Units: Microseconds
NOTE: Repeatedly issuing the Q1 command will temporarily prevent the
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The following commands are used to initiate and control continuous measurements.
Continuous measurement commands repeatedly take measurement samples and return
measurement values until commanded to stop (or power is interrupted). Continuous
measurements are cancelled by sending any valid command.
P4 Continuously sample and send pressure measurement values.

Action: Continuously sample and send pressure
measurement values, and repeat until commanded to
stop.
*000114.71235 (Value: 14.71235)
*000114.71234... (Value: 14.71234)
P7 Continuously send high-speed pressure measurements.

Action: Continuously sample and send pressure
measurement values, using temperature
measurement interval specified by the current value
of PS. P7 automatically performs the following
sequence:
1. Initially measure temperature period.
2. Measure pressure period.
3. Calculate temperature compensated pressure
using last temperature period measurement.
4. Send pressure value.
5. Do steps 2-4 the number of times specified by PS,
then measure temperature period.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 until commanded to stop.
*000114.71235 (Value: 14.71235)
*000114.71234... (Value: 14.71234)
NOTE: P7 allows you to maximize the pressure sampling rate by taking
temperature measurements at the interval specified by the PS command.
Each subsequent pressure value is temperature-compensated using the
currently stored temperature value. You can take a single initial temperature
measurement, or you can take periodic temperature measurements at the
interval you select with the PS command. Please refer to the PS command for
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NOTE: P7 offers a performance advantage over P4 only when in
Sequential Integration Mode (OI=1). When in Simultaneous Integration Mode
(OI=0), P7 and P4 are equivalent in terms of performance.
PS Set or read temperature measurement interval used by P7 command.

Range: 1 to 65535
Default: 0
Units: Pressure measurements
Typical Command: *0100EW*0100PS=4
Typical Response: *0001PS=4
Controls how often temperature measurements are taken during a P7 pressure
measurement sequence.
If PS=0, an initial temperature measurement is taken, and all subsequent pressure
measurements are compensated using that value.
If PS=1, a temperature measurement is taken before each pressure measurement
(same as P4).
If PS=n and n>1, an initial temperature measurement is taken, and subsequent
temperature measurements are taken after every n pressure measurements.

P2 Continuously sample and send pressure period measurement values.

Action: Measure pressure period, send pressure period value,
and repeat until commanded to stop.
Units: Microseconds
*000128.123457 (Value: 28.123457)
*000128.123456 …(Value: 28.123456)
NOTE: The P2 command will temporarily prevent the Model 715 display
from being updated.
Q2 Continuously sample and send temperature period measurement

values.
period, send temperature period value, and repeat
until commanded to stop.
Units: Microseconds
*00015.1234568 (Value: 5.1234568)
*00015.1234567…(Value: 5.1234567)
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NOTE: The Q2 command will temporarily prevent the Model 715 display
from being updated.
Q4 Continuously sample and send temperature measurement values.

period, calculate temperature, send temperature
value, and repeat until commanded to stop.
*000122.346 (Value: 22.346)
*000122.345 … (Value: 22.345)
NOTE: The Q4 command will temporarily prevent the Model 715 display
from being updated.
5.3.3 Compound Measurement Commands

Compound measurement commands return multiple measurement values. They ensure the
measurement values are acquired simultaneously, and are more efficient and convenient
than taking the measurements separately.
Three compound measurements are available:
• Pressure and temperature
• Pressure period and temperature period
• Pressure, pressure period, and temperature period
Compound measurements can be either polled, continuous initiated by a command, or
continuous whenever power is applied. Refer to the MD command on page 45 for
compound commands that produce data whenever power is applied.
E1 Sample and send one compound pressure period and temperature period
measurement. Measurement values are formatted identically to P1 and Q1
commands.
Action: Take simultaneous pressure and temperature period
measurements, send pressure and temperature period
measurements, await next command.
Typical Command: *0100E1
Typical Response: *0001,30.142801,5.8120589
NOTE: Repeatedly issuing the E1 command will temporarily prevent the
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period measurements. Response data is formatted identically to E1.
measurements, send pressure and temperature period
measurements, continue until commanded to stop.
Typical Response: *0001,30.142801,5.8120589
*0001,30.142802,5.8120588
*0001,30.142803,5.8120587…
NOTE: NOTE: The E2 command will temporarily prevent the optional
Model 715 display from being updated.
E3 Sample and send one compound pressure and temperature measurement.

Measurement values are formatted identically to P3 and Q3 commands.
measurements, calculate temperature and
temperature-compensated pressure value, send
pressure and temperature values, await next
command.
Typical Response: *0001,14.50629, 21.514
E4 Continuously sample and send compound pressure and temperature

measurements. Response data is formatted identically to E3.
measurements, calculate temperature and
temperature-compensated pressure value, send
pressure and temperature values, continue until
commanded to stop.
Typical Response: *0001,14.50629, 21.514
*0001,14.50630, 21.513
*0001,14.50631, 21.512…
E5 Sample and send one compound pressure, pressure period, and temperature
period measurement. Measurement values are formatted identically to P3,
P1, and Q1 commands.
measurements, calculate temperature-compensated
pressure value, send pressure, pressure period, and
temperature period values, await next command.
Typical Response: *0001,14.63820, 30.167999,5.8125361
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temperature period measurements. Response data is formatted identically to
E5.
measurements, calculate temperature-compensated
pressure value, send pressure, pressure period, and
temperature period values, continue until
commanded to stop.
Typical Response: *0001,14.63820, 30.167999,5.8125361
*0001,14.63821, 30.167998,5.8125362
*0001,14.63822, 30.167997,5.8125363…
5.3.4 Sample and Hold Measurement Commands

The following commands are used to initiate and send single sample and hold
measurements. Measurement values are held until the next command is received. If the next
command is a DB or DS command, the measurement value is sent; if it is any other
command, the measurement value is lost. If a DB or DS command is received before the
measurement command is complete, the measurement value will be sent as soon as it is
available.
CAUTION
Sample and hold commands will temporarily prevent the optional Model 715 display
from being updated until the DB or DS command is received or the sample and hold
command is cancelled by the next valid command.
P5 Sample and hold one pressure measurement.

Action: Measure temperature period, measure pressure
period, calculate temperature-compensated pressure,
save pressure value, and await DB or DS command.
Typical Response: No response until DB or DS command is received
DB Dump Buffer. Send a held measurement value.

Action: If a measurement value is being held, send it -
otherwise do nothing.
Typical Command: *0100DB
NOTE: The DB command can also be used globally on the RS-232 port.
The device will not respond to a global DB command on the RS-485 port.
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Action: If a measurement value is being held, send it -
otherwise do nothing.
Typical Command: *9900DS
Typical Response: *000114.12345 (From unit 1)
*000214.54321 (From unit 2)
*9900DS (Echoed DS command)
DS is useful only when acquiring measurement data from two or more units in an
RS-232 serial loop network. DS ensures that measurements are returned in the
order that units appear in the serial loop network. See Section 8.4, page 76 for
more information about RS-232 serial loop networking.
NOTE: DS is available starting with firmware revisions R3.00 and Q1.00.
DS is only useful in RS-232 serial loop applications and returns measurement
command responses in sequential order according to the location of devices
on RS-232 serial loop.

P6 Sample and hold one pressure period measurement.

Action: Measure pressure period, save pressure period value,
and await DB or DS command.
Units: Microseconds
Q5 Sample and hold one pressure sensor temperature measurement.

period, calculate pressure sensor temperature, save
value, and await DB or DS command.
Q6 Sample and hold one pressure sensor temperature period

measurement.
Action: Measure pressure sensor temperature period, save
value, and await DB or DS command.
Units: Microseconds
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Digiquartz Intelligent devices support time-based pressure integration only. This means
that the unit’s pressure and temperature signals are sampled for a user-specified period of
time. In the past, period-based integration was also supported, which sampled the pressure
and temperature signals for a user-specified number of periods. For backward
compatibility, the commands that once controlled period-based integration (PR and TR)
are still supported, but the assigned values are internally converted to equivalent time-based
values.
See Section 7.1, page 69 for information regarding the relationships between integration
time, resolution, and sampling rate.
TIME-BASED INTEGRATION
PI and TI are the time-based integration time commands for pressure and temperature
signal integration. The advantage of PI and TI is that the integration time is not a function
of measured period, and is consistent from unit to unit. This allows you to synchronize
measurements from two or more Digiquartz Intelligent devices that support time-based
integration. The resolution of PI and TI is approximately 1ms.
PERIOD-BASED INTEGRATION
PR and TR are the period-based integration time commands for pressure and temperature
signal integration. PR and TR have been made obsolete by PI and TI, but remain available
for compatibility with older units. The resolution of PR is approximately 3ms, and TR is
approximately 1ms.
NOTE: When Simultaneous Integration is selected, the pressure and temperature
signals are integrated simultaneously, resulting in faster data rates at a given pressure
resolution. In this case, the time needed to acquire a pressure measurement is
controlled by the greater of the pressure and temperature integration times. Refer to
Sections 2.3, 5.7, and 7.1 for more information about Simultaneous Integration.
TIME-BASED INTEGRATION TIME COMMANDS
PI Set or read time-based pressure measurement integration time.

Units: Milliseconds (Resolution = 1 millisecond)
Range: 1 to 290000 when XM = 0
1 to 72500 when XM = 1
Default: 666
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100PI=1000
Typ. Set Response: *0001PI=1000
Typ. Read Command: *0100PI
Typ. Read Response: *0001PI=1000
NOTE: Do not set PI to a value < 10 when using a Model 715 display, as
doing so may result in an inconsistent display.
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Units: Milliseconds (Resolution = 1 millisecond)
Range: 1 to 290000 when XM = 0
1 to 72500 when XM = 1
Default: 666
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100TI=1000
Typ. Set Response: *0001TI=1000
Typ. Read Command: *0100TI
Typ. Read Response: *0001TI=1000
NOTE: Whenever the value of PI is changed, TI is automatically updated
with the same value. Changing TI has no effect on PI. TI should be set to the
same value as PI for optimum performance in most applications.
PERIOD-BASED INTEGRATION TIME COMMANDS

NOTE: These are obsolete legacy commands that have been replaced by
time-based integration commands PI and TI.
PR Set or read period-based pressure measurement integration time.

Range: 1 to 16383
Default: 238
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100PR=200
Typ. Set Response: *0001PR=200
Typ. Read Command: *0100PR
Typ. Read Response: *0001PR=200
NOTE: Do not set PR to a value < 10 when using a Model 715 display, as
doing so may result in an inconsistent display.
TR Set or read period-based temperature measurement integration time.

Range: 1 to 65535
Default: 952
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100TR=800
Typ. Set Response: *0001TR=800
Typ. Read Command: *0100TR
Typ. Read Response: *0001TR=800
NOTE: Whenever the value of PR is changed, TR is automatically updated
with value of PR times 4. Changing TR has no effect on PR. TR should be set
to 4 times the value of PR for optimum performance in most applications.
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The TH command is used in conjunction with the continuous measurement commands to
produce measurements at precise data rates. This can be useful in many applications, such
as when measurements are to be analyzed in the frequency domain, or whenever the time
between measurements must be known and consistent.
TH is an alternative to the PI command. TH specifies data rate rather than integration time,
and results in a more accurate and consistent data rate compared to PI. The value of TH
specifies the data rate in Hertz, over a range of 1Hz to 180Hz. If data rates less than 1 Hz
are required, PI must be used.
The function of the TH command differs slightly depending on whether Standard or Nano-
Resolution is selected:
Standard Resolution - In Standard Resolution mode, TH controls both resolution
and data rate. When TH is nonzero, the data rate in Hz is specified by the value of TH,
and PI is automatically optimized for the maximum resolution available at the
specified data rate. When TH is set to 0, control of integration time and data rate revert
back to PI.
Nano-Resolution - In Nano-Resolution mode, TH controls data rate only -
resolution is set using the IA command. When TH is nonzero, the data rate in Hz is
specified by the value of TH. When TH is set to 0, control of data rate reverts back to
PI.
NOTE: See Section 6 for more information on using Nano-Resolution.
TH works only with the following continuous measurement commands: P2, P4, P7, Q2,
Q4, E2, E4, E6, MD=2, MD=3, MD=6, MD=7, MD=14, and MD=15. TH has no effect
on polled and sample-and-hold measurement commands in standard resolution mode; they
use PI to set the integration time regardless of the TH value.
Whether the desired data rate is attainable depends on serial baud rate and the number of
characters in the measurement command response. When TH is set, the user specifies the
intended measurement command. The unit then checks various parameter settings that
affect data rate, and reports whether the specified data rate can be attained. For this reason,
it is important that the unit be set to the desired baud rate and configured for the desired
measurement prior to setting TH. It is also important to set TH again if a different
measurement command is to be used, or if a configuration change results in a greater
number of characters in the serial response.
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TH Set or read measurement data rate.
Units: Hertz (Hz)
Range: 1 to 180
Default: 0 (TH off; control reverts to PI)
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100TH=20,P4
Typ. Set Response: *0001TH=20,P4;>OK
Typ. Read Command: *0100TH
Typ. Read Response: *0001TH=20
Example 1: Successfully setting data rate

For the Typical Set Command above, we will assume the user wants to
acquire continuous pressure data (P4) at 20 Hz. The baud rate is currently set
to 9,600 baud.
The >OK in the typical set response indicates the desired 20Hz data rate is
attainable under the current conditions. Now, when the P4 command is used,
measurement data will be sent at 0.05 second intervals, or 20Hz.
Example 2: Unsuccessfully setting data rate

For this example, we will assume the user wants to acquire continuous
pressure data (P4) at 40Hz. The baud rate is currently set to 9,600 baud.
Command: *0100EW*0100TH=40,P4
Response: *0001TH=40,P4;>ERROR
The >ERROR in the response indicates the desired 40Hz data rate is not
attainable under the current conditions, and the value of TH was not updated.
Generally, to correct the problem, one would either reduce the desired data
rate or increase the baud rate.
Example 3: Returning control of integration time to PI

For this example, we will assume the user no longer requires precise
measurement intervals and wishes to return control of integration time to PI.
Note that it is not necessary to specify the measurement command when
setting TH to zero.
Command: *0100EW*0100TH=0
Response: *0001TH=0
NOTE: OF command is not available when using the TH command.
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5.6 User-Defined Commands
The user-defined commands enable the user to define custom commands. All measurement
options are available. Any combination of measurement options and text can be specified,
and measurement values can be formatted per your specifications.
User-defined commands consist of an output mask command to define the command
behavior, and an associated command to execute the output mask. Three independent user-
defined commands are available. To use a user-defined command, the output mask must be
defined using the OM command. The output mask typically contains some combination of
command codes, text strings, and numeric format specifiers, each separated by a comma.
The OF command is used to execute the command defined by OM.
COMMAND CODES
Command codes are used in the output mask to produce measurement or text output when
executed. The available command codes are listed in Table 5-1.
NOTE: To work with a serial loop network, the output mask must begin with a STAR
command code, and the second and third characters of the resulting response data
must not match the address of any intelligent devices on the serial loop network.
TEXT STRINGS
Text strings are literal text delimited by quote characters. They can be inserted at any
location within the output mask. The most common use of text strings is to annotate
command code outputs.
Example: "This is my text" will output "This is my text" (less the quote characters)
when executed.
NUMERIC FORMAT SPECIFIERS

Numeric format specifiers are used to control the format of measurement value outputs.
Command codes used with numeric format specifiers are identified in Table 5-1. Numeric
format specifiers are placed immediately after the command code to which they apply.
Numeric format specifiers have syntax x.y, where x is any number between 0 and 9, and y
is any number between 0 and 13.
The x value specifies the number of digits to the left of the decimal point that will be output.
All digits to the left of the decimal point are always output regardless of the x value. If the
x value is greater than the number of digits to the left of the decimal point, the output will
be padded with leading zeros.
The y value specifies the number of digits to the right of the decimal point that will be
output. If the y value is less than the number of digits to the right of the decimal point, the
output will be rounded to the number of digits specified. If the y value is greater than the
number of digits to the right of the decimal point, the output will be padded with trailing
zeros. Refer to Table 5-2 for examples.
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TABLE 5-1: Command Codes For User-Defined Commands
Command Code Description Format Specifier?
P Pressure Y
P+ Add sign character to pressure value Y
MINP Minimum pressure Y
MAXP Maximum pressure Y
TV Tare value N
ST Sensor temperature Y
PPER Pressure period Y
TPER Temperature period Y
PU Pressure unit N
TU Sensor temperature unit N
UA Destination ID N
HA Source ID N
HEAD Same as STAR,UA,HA N
CR Carriage return N
LF Line feed N
CRLF Carriage return/line feed N
STAR Asterisk N
SPACE Space character N
COMMA Comma character N
RESET Set mask to default (must be used alone) N
NOTE: Command codes in Table 5-1 are not case sensitive.
TABLE 5-2: User-Defined Numeric Formatting Examples

Value Output Mask Output
14.56789 P1.5 14.56789
14.56789 MIN5.5 00014.56789
14.56789 MAX2.2 14.57
14.56789 P2.7 14.5678900
14.56789 P5.7 00014.5678900
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OM Set or read the user-defined command output mask.
Three output masks can be defined - OM1, OM2, and OM3. The number is
optional - if no number is specified, OM1 is assumed.
Range: 200 characters maximum.
Default: OM1=STAR,HA,UA,P,CRLF
OM2=HEAD,SPC,P,SPC,PU,COMMA,TEMP,"C",
COMMA,RH,"%",END
OM3=S,"P3:",P,SPC,PU,COMMA,"TT:",TEMP,
"C",COMMA,"RH:",RH,"%",COMMA,TIME,
SPC,DATE,E
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100OM="Pressure:",P,CRLF
Typ. Set Response: *0001OM="Pressure:",P,CRLF
Typ. Read Command: *0100OM
Typ. Read Response: *0001OM="Pressure:",P,CRLF
When the OM command is sent, the output mask is checked for syntax errors. If a syntax
error is detected, an error code is returned, along with the output mask up to the point where
the error was detected. The syntax error will be between the last comma and the end of the
returned output mask. Refer to Table 5-3 for list of OM error codes and their descriptions.
TABLE 5-3: OM Command Error Codes
OM Error Code3 Description
O1 Unrecognized command
O2 Missing quote character
O3 Output mask too long
O4 RESET mixed with other command codes
O5 Bad format specifier
OF Executes the associated user-defined command output mask.

OF1, OF2, and OF3 execute output masks defined by OM1, OM2, and OM3,
respectively. The number is optional - if no number is specified OF1 is assumed.
OFR will execute OM repeatedly until stopped. See MD to automatically
execute on start-up.
Typical Command: *0100OF
Typical Response: Pressure: 14.12345
The OF command processes command codes in the order that they appear in the
output mask. The output for each command code is sent as it is processed.
TABLE 5-4: Single Response, OM /OF Examples
OM Output Mask OF Command Result
OM = STAR,HA,UA,P,”psi” *000114.5678 psi
OM = HEAD,P,END *000114.5678<CRLF>
OM = HEAD,P2.2,END *000114.57<CRLF>
OM = “Min:”,MINP,SPACE,”Max:”,MAXP Min: 14.5678 Max: 14.5687
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TABLE 5-5: Continuous Response OM / OFR Examples
OM Output Mask OFR Command Result
OM = STAR,HA,UA,P,”psi”,CRLF *000114.5678psi<CRLF>
*000114.5678psi<CRLF>
*000114.5678psi<CRLF>... ... ...
5.7 Measurement Mode Commands

Pressure measurement mode commands control the way the Intelligent device acquires
pressure measurements.
OI Select Sequential or Simultaneous pressure integration

Action: The OI command is used to select Simultaneous
Integration or Sequential Integration Simulation.
When Simultaneous Integration is selected, the
pressure and temperature periods are integrated
simultaneously, resulting in increased data rates
without sacrificing measurement resolution. When
Sequential Integration Simulation is selected, the
pressure and temperature periods are still integrated
simultaneously, but the measurement timing is
similar to units that only support Sequential
Integration (firmware versions prior to R4.00).
Values: 0 = Simultaneous Integration
1 = Sequential Integration (OI resets to 0 when
XM=1)
Default: 1
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100OI=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001OI=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100OI
Typ. Read Response: *0001OI=1
NOTE: When Simultaneous Integration is selected, the total integration
time is equal to either the pressure (PI) or temperature (TI) integration time,
whichever is greater. When Sequential Integration Simulation is selected, the
total integration time is equal to the sum of the pressure (PI) and temperature
(TI) integration times. Refer to Section 2.3, page 14 for more information
about Simultaneous Integration, Sequential Integration, and Sequential
Integration Simulation.
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FM Set or read Fetch Mode enable
Action: The FM command is used to select Integration Mode
or Fetch Mode. When in Integration Mode, the unit
initiates a new pressure measurement when the
measurement command is received. This is the mode
in which Digiquartz Intelligent devices have
traditionally operated. In Fetch Mode, pressure
measurement data is continuously acquired in the
background, and the unit responds immediately to
pressure measurement commands with the most
recent measurement value.
Fetch Mode also enables measurement commands to
be processed simultaneously on both RS-232 and
RS-485 ports. Refer to Section 2.3, page 14 for more
information.
Values: 0 = Unit operates in Integration Mode
1 = Unit operates in Fetch Mode
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100FM=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001FM=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100FM
Typ. Read Response: *0001FM=1
NOTE: When in Fetch Mode, it is not possible to enter Sleep Mode (SL).
5.8 Minimum/Maximum Pressure Commands

The Minimum/Maximum Pressure Commands return the minimum and maximum pressure
measurement values.
M1 Return minimum pressure measurement value

Units: Current pressure unit
Typ. Read Command: *0100M1
Typ. Read Response: *0001M1=14.12345 (Value: 14.54321)
M3 Return minimum pressure measurement value

Typ. Read Command: *0100M3
Typ. Read Response: *0001M3=14.12345 (Value: 14.54321)
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MR Reset the minimum and maximum pressure measurement values
Typical Command: *0100MR
Typical Response: *0001MR>OK
When the MR command is received, the minimum and maximum pressure values
will be set to the next pressure measurement value.
NOTE: M1 and M3 also reset to the next pressure measurement value
whenever power is cycled, tare is initiated or disabled, or coefficients
parameters that effect the pressure value are changed (C1, C2, C3, D1, D2,
PA, PM, TC, T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, U0, Y1, Y2, Y3).
5.9 Serial Data Output Mode Command

The following command controls whether pressure data is continuously output, and
whether display data are produced.
MD Set or read the data output mode.

Action: MD configures the Intelligent Device for continuous
pressure measurement output and/or display data
output whenever power is applied.
Range: 0 - 3 (refer to Table 5-6 below)
Default: 1
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100MD=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001MD=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100MD
Typ. Read Response: *0001MD=1
TABLE 5-6: MD Command Options
MD Value Model 715 Display Data Output Continuous Serial Data
Command Output
0 OFF None
1 ON None
2 OFF P3
3 ON P3
8 OFF OM1
10 OFF OM2
12 OFF OM3
14 OFF E3
15 OFF E5
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CAUTION
Do not configure any device on a 2-wire RS-485 network for continuous pressure data
output from the RS-485 port on power-up (MD=2, 3, 8, 10, 12, 14, or 15; DO=1). If you
do this, it is unlikely that you will be able to reconfigure the unit over the network, since
any command is likely to collide with the pressure data being continuously sent. To
recover, you will need to remove the device from the network and reconfigure it
individually via the RS-232 port.
When MD is set to a non-zero value, the specified serial data output mode will be
preempted under the following conditions:
• When the intelligent device is running in a continuous pressure data output
mode, continuous data output is suspended when a measurement command is
received. Continuous data output resumes when the measurement command is
complete.
• When the intelligent device is running in a display data output mode, display
data output is suspended when a period measurement command (P1, P2, P6,
Q1, Q2, Q6) is received. Display data output resumes when the period
measurement command is complete.
• Continuous pressure data output is suspended when a continuous measurement
command (P2, P4, P7, Q2, Q4) is received, and resumes when the continuous
measurement command is cancelled.
• Once MD is set, the specified function will remain in effect until MD is set to a
different value, even through a power cycle. Therefore, the Intelligent device
will generally perform the specified function whenever power is applied.
NOTE: The DO command selects serial port to output data (RS-232 or RS-485).
Refer to Section 5.15, page 57 for using the DO command.
5.10 Unit Commands

Unit commands are used to specify the engineering unit to be used when calculating
pressure or sensor temperature values, and to configure the user-defined pressure unit.
UN Set or read the pressure unit.

Action: Sets or reads the unit of all pressure values displayed
and output via the serial ports.
Range: 0 to 8 (refer to Table 5-7).
Default: 1
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100UN=2
Typ. Set Response: *0001UN=2
Typ. Read Command: *0100UN
Typ. Read Response: *0001UN=2
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TABLE 5-7: Pressure Units and Conversion Factors
UN Value Pressure Unit Conversion Factor
0 User -defined pressure unit Value of UF
1 psi 1.0000000
2 hPa (mbar) 68.94757
3 bar 0.06894757
4 kPa 6.894757
5 MPa 0.00689476
6 in Hg 2.036021
7 mmHg (Torr) 51.71493
8 m H20 0.7030696
Setting UN to a non-zero value selects one of eight standard pressure units.

Setting UN to 0 selects a user-defined unit whose conversion factor is specified
by the UF command. UN also sets the units of pressure data displayed by an
optional Model 715 display.
The native pressure unit of the device is psi. When a different pressure unit is
specified, the pressure value in psi is first calculated, and then converted to the
desired unit by multiplying by the appropriate conversion factor.
UF Set or read the user-defined pressure unit conversion factor.

Action: When UN=0, calculated pressure values in psi are
multiplied by the value of UF before being output,
thus scaling pressure values in the desired user-
defined pressure unit.
Range: -9999999 to 9999999
Default: 1.000000
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100UF=2
Typ. Set Response: *0001UF=2.000000
Typ. Read Command: *0100UF
Typ. Read Response: *0001UF=2.000000
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TU Set or read the sensor temperature unit.
Action: Specifies the temperature units for E3, E4, Q3, Q4,
Q5, and temperature data displayed by optional
Model 715.
Range: 0 = °C
1 = °F
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100TU=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001TU=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100TU
Typ. Read Response: *0001TU=1
NOTE: Temperature is always calculated in oC but converted to oF when
TU = 1.
5.11 Power Management Commands

Digiquartz Intelligent devices can be commanded to enter a reduced-power Sleep Mode
during periods of serial port inactivity. The unit "awakens" 0.6 seconds after a single serial
character is received on either port. Since the unit is "asleep" when the wake-up character
is received, that character will be lost, and will not be interpreted as being part of a
command. It is therefore necessary to send a character and wait at least 0.6 seconds before
sending a command to an Intelligent device that is in Sleep Mode.
CAUTION
Power management features are not available if MD is set for continuous output
(MD>0) or Fetch Mode is enabled (FM=1).
SL Set or read the sleep mode enable state.

Action: Allows sleep mode to be enabled or disabled. When
sleep mode is enabled, the device will enter sleep
mode when both serial ports have received no
characters for the number of seconds specified by the
value of ST. When sleep mode is disabled, the device
cannot enter sleep mode.
Range: 0 = sleep mode disabled
1 = sleep mode enabled
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100SL=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001SL=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100SL
Typ. Read Response: *0001SL=1
NOTE: SL is not available with continuous pressure output or nano-
resolution.
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ST Set or read the sleep mode timeout length.
Action: When SL=1, the device enters sleep mode if both
serial ports have received no characters for ST
seconds.
Units: Seconds
Range: 5 to 255, integer values only.
Default: 10
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ST=5
Typ. Set Response: *0001ST=5
Typ. Read Command: *0100ST
Typ. Read Response: *0001ST=5
5.12 Tare and Overpressure Commands

Tare is the process of subtracting a specified value from pressure measurements. You may
use the current measured pressure as the tare value, or you may specify any desired value.
Tare can also be enabled, disabled, and locked out through the use of serial commands.
Serial pressure measurement data can be formatted to include an indication when tare is in
effect. Refer to the ZI command on page 53 for more information.
The overpressure command can be used to specify the overpressure alarm setpoint. When
the overpressure setpoint is exceeded, the overpressure I/O line changes from logic low (0
VDC) to logic high (3.3 VDC). Refer to Section 10, page 83 for more information.
Available tare options include:
Standard Tare - The default tare mode defaults the tare value to zero on power-up.
Non-Volatile Tare - Tare can optionally default to the last tare value on power-up,
effectively retaining the tare value through a power cycle.
NOTE: Tare and overpressure I/O are not supported by firmware version Q1.00 and
later.
ZE Set or read the tare mode

Action: When ZE=0, the value of XV (tare value) is set to
zero on power-up. When ZE=1, the value of ZV is
restored to the last tare value on power-up.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ZE=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001ZE=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100ZE
Typ. Read Response: *0001ZE=1
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ZS Set or read the tare state parameter value.
ZS is set to 0 on power-up. If ZL=0 (tare is not locked out), tare can be requested
by setting the ZS to 1.
At the first pressure measurement following a tare request, the following
sequence occurs:
1. Pressure value is stored in the ZV parameter.
2. Value of ZS is set to 2 to indicate that tare is in effect.
3. Value of ZV is subtracted from all subsequent pressure values until tare is
turned off.
If tare is already in effect when a ZS=1 command is issued, the sequence
described above occurs at the next pressure measurement, and tare continues
using a new value of ZV.
Tare can be turned off by issuing a ZS=0 command.
Action: The three states of ZS are as follows:
ZS=0, tare function is off.
ZS=1, tare requested, but is not yet in effect.
ZS=2, tare is in effect
Range: 0 to 2
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ZS=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001ZS=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100ZS
Typ. Read Response: *0001ZS=1
ZV Set or read the tare value.

Action: Sets or reads the value that is subtracted from
pressure measurements when tare is activated. ZV
can be set to any desired value when tare is in effect
(ZS=2). Note, however, that if tare is subsequently
requested, a new value will overwrite the ZV value
you have set. The value of ZV =0 on power-up.
Range: -9999999 to 9999999
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ZV=14.7123
Typ. Set Response: *0001ZV=14.7123
Typ. Read Command: *0100ZV
Typ. Read Response: *0001ZV=14.7123
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ZL Set or read the tare lockout parameter value.
Action: When ZL=0, ZS can be set to enable and disable
tare. When ZL=1, tare is locked, and the value of ZS
cannot be modified via serial commands or the Tare
Input I/O line. However, if ZS=1 and a ZL=1
command is issued, tare will be in effect when the
next pressure measurement is taken, but you cannot
turn tare off until ZL is set to 0. The value of ZL is
set to 0 on power-up.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ZL=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001ZL=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100ZL
Typ. Read Response: *0001ZL=1
OP Set or read the overpressure alarm setpoint value.

Action: When a pressure measurement value is less than the
value of OP, the Overpressure I/O line is at logic low
(0 VDC); if it is greater or equal to the value of OP,
the Overpressure I/O line is set to logic high (3.3 V
DC). Refer to Section 10, page 83 for more
information. OP is set in the current pressure units,
and is scaled accordingly if the engineering units are
changed.
Range: -9999999 to 9999999
Default: Maximum rated device pressure
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100OP=15
Typ. Set Response: *0001OP=15.00000
Typ. Read Command: *0100OP
Typ. Read Response: *0001OP=15.00000
NOTE: Command OP only checks for overpressure when MD is not = 0 or
during pressure readings (P3 or P4). Refer to Section 5.9, page 45 for more
on the MD command.
NOTE: The Model 715 displays an overpressure message based on the PL
setting (absolute overpressure setpoint) that is independent of the OP setting
(user overpressure setpoint). Refer to page 58 for more information on using
the PL command.
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5.13 Measurement Data Formatting Commands
These commands are used to alter the format of serial measurement data. The following
data formatting functions are available:
• Append an engineering unit label to measurement data.
• Append an tare indication to tare pressure measurement data.
• Add underscores to separate the measurement data from the rest of the serial
output data string to improve readability.
• Add trailing zeroes to the measurement data to create a fixed-length data string
to simplify parsing.
Formatting commands can be used separately or in any combination.
US Set or read the engineering units suffix parameter value.

Action: When US=1, a unit label is appended to
measurement data. When US=0, no unit label is
appended.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100US=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001US =1
Typ. Read Command: *0100US
Typ. Read Response: *0001US =1
Examples:
*000114.71234psia (Pressure measurement, US=1)
*000121.123C (Temp measurement, US=1)
When US=1, a pressure unit label is appended to pressure measurement values
according to the value of UN:
TABLE 5-8: Appended Pressure Measurement Labels
UN value Label
0 Defined by UM
1 psia, psig, or psid
2 hPa
3 bar
4 kPa
5 MPa
6 inHg
7 mmHg
8 mH2O
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When US=1, a temperature unit label is appended to temperature measurement
values according to the value of TU:
TABLE 5-9: Appended Temperature Measurement Labels
TU value Label
0 C
1 F
SU Set or read the underscore separator parameter value.

Action: When SU=1, an underscore separates the
measurement data from the address header and the
optional unit suffix. When SU=0, no underscore
separators appear.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100SU=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001SU=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100SU
Typ. Read Response: *0001SU=1
Examples: *000114.71234 (SU=0)

*0001_14.71234 (SU=1)
*0001_14.71234_psia (SU=1, US=1)
ZI Set or read the tare indication parameter value.

Action: When ZI=1, a “T” is appended to pressure
measurement values when tare is in effect. When
ZI=0, no tare indication appears, whether tare is in
effect or not.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100ZI=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001ZI=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100ZI
Typ. Read Response: *0001ZI=1
Examples: *000114.71234 (ZI=0)

*000114.71234T (ZI=1)
*0001_14.71234T (ZI=1, SU=1)
*000114.71234Tpsia (ZI=1, US=1)
*0001_14.71234T_psia(ZI=1,US=1, SU=1)
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DL Set or read the fixed field data format parameter.
Action: When DL=1, measurement data is formatted in a
fixed field format. When DL=0, measurement data
is given in the standard format.
The fixed field format is specified as follows:
*AAAASDDDDDDDDDD (XM=0)
*AAAASDDDDDDDDDDDDDD (XM=1), where
* = the asterisk character
A = destination and source address characters
S = sign of measurement data, either + or –
D = numeric representation of measurement data,
either digits or a decimal point
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100DL=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001DL=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100DL
Typ. Read Response: *0001DL=1
Examples: *000114.71234 (Pressure, DL=0)

*0001+14.7123400 (Pressure, DL=1)
*000121. 123 (Temperature, DL=0)
*0001+21.1230000 (Temperature, DL=1)
NOTE: Period measurement data will contain no sign.
NOTE: The format specification and examples shown above assume that
the other formatting commands are disabled. If other formatting commands
are used in combination with DL, a fixed field format will still result, but the
format will vary slightly from the one described above.
UM Set or read the user-defined unit label parameter.

Action: When UN=0 and US=1, the text value of UM is
appended to pressure measurements.
Range: Any text up to four characters, consisting of ASCII
32 to ASCII 127.
Default: user
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100UM=test
Typ. Set Response: *0001UM=test
Typ. Read Command: *0100UM
Typ. Read Response: *0001UM=test
Examples: *000114.71234 (UN=0, US=0)

*000114.71234user (UN=0,US=1, UM=user)
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5.14 Unit Identification Commands
The Unit Identification commands read various unit-specific parameters. These
parameters are factory-set, and cannot be modified.
SN Read the serial number.

Action: The SN parameter contains the device serial number.
SN is a read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100SN
Typ. Read Response: *0001SN=12345
VR Read the firmware version number.

Action: The VR parameter contains the device firmware
version number. VR is a read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100VR
Typ. Read Response: *0001VR=R5.10
CF Read the firmware checksum.

Action: The CF parameter contains the firmware checksum.
The value of CF is always 4 characters. CF is a read-
only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100CF
Typ. Read Response: *0001CF=A1B2
MN Read the model number.

Action: The MN parameter contains the device model
number as a text string. The value of MN always
contains 24 characters. If the model number is less
than 24 characters, the string will be padded with
trailing spaces to a length of 24 characters. MN is a
read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100MN
Typ. Read Response: *0001MN=6030A
PF Read the full-scale pressure value.

Action: The PF parameter contains the full-scale pressure
value in the current pressure units. If the units are
changed, the value of PF is scaled accordingly. PF is
a read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100PF
Typ. Read Response: *0001PF=16.00000
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PO Read the pressure transducer type.
Action: The PO parameter contains the pressure transducer
type. PO is a read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100PO
Typ. Read Response: *0001PO=0
TABLE 5-10: PO Value
PO value Transducer type
0 Absolute
1 Gauge
2 Differential
5.15 Model 715 Display Configuration Commands

The Display Configuration commands allow you to control the information shown on the
optional Model 715 display.
DM Set or read the display mode value. The display mode determines what
information, if any, is shown on the second line of the Model 715 display.
Action: DM sets the second line of Model 715 display to the
desired mode. Refer to Table 5-11 for the available
display modes and associated DM values.
Range: 0 - 10
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100DM=6
Typ. Set Response: *0001DM=6
Typ. Read Command: *0100DM
Typ. Read Response: *0001DM=1
TABLE 5-11: DM Command Options
DM Value Display Mode
0 Horizontal bar graph indicating measured pressure as a
percentage of full-scale pressure.
1 Internal transducer temperature
2 User-defined text defined by the UL parameter
3 No data is displayed on second line
4 User-defined text received with the DT command
5 Current tare value
9 Minimum pressure since last reset
10 Maximum pressure since last reset
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DO Set or read the display output port.
Action: DO selects which serial port (RS-232 or RS-485)
will produce data for the Model 715 display. The
other serial port is normally used for communication
with a host device, such as a PC.
Range: 0 or 1
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100DO=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001DO=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100DO
Typ. Read Response: *0001DO=1
TABLE 5-12: DO Values
DO Value RS-232 port RS-485 port
0 Measurement data 715 Display data
1 715 Display data Measurement data
NOTE: When DO=0, continuous pressure measurement data produced by

MD=2, 3, 8, 10, 12, 14, or 15 is output on the RS-232 port. When DO=1,
continuous pressure measurement data produced by MD=2, 3, 8, 10, 12, 14,
or 15 is output on the RS-485 port.
DP Set or read the maximum number of decimal places in the displayed pressure
value.
Action: DP sets the maximum number of decimal places in
the displayed pressure value. Fewer decimal places
will be displayed if the pressure resolution and/or
pressure unit will not provide the specified number
of decimal places. When DP is set to 6, the
maximum number of decimal places is always
displayed.
Range: 0 to 6
Default: 6
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100DP=6
Typ. Set Response: *0001DP=6
Typ. Read Command: *0100DP
Typ. Read Response: *0001DP=6
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DT Set the text to be displayed on line 2 of the Model 715 display when DM=4.
Action: DT allows a serial host (such as a PC) to send text to
be displayed on the bottom line. The text sent using
DT is not stored by the Intelligent device, it is simply
transferred to the Model 715 display. DT cannot be
queried, and it is not necessary to precede DT with
an EW command. The text is lost when the device or
Model 715 is powered off.
Range: 16 characters maximum. Any characters in the range
of ASCII 32 to ASCII 127 are legal.
Typ. Set Command: *0100DT=This is my text
Typ. Set Response: *0001DT=This is my text
PL Read the overpressure indication set-point.

This setpoint is used to determine the pressure at which the overpressure
indication is displayed. PL is a factory-set, read-only command.
Action: When the Intelligent device measures a pressure
greater than the value of PL, an overpressure
indication is displayed on the optional Model 715.
Typ. Read Command: *0100PL
Typ. Read Response: *0001PL=120.0000
NOTE: PL is factory-set typically to 1.2 times the overpressure limit as
specified in the Specification Control Drawing for the device. PL is
independent of OP; refer to page 51 on using the OP command.
UL Set or read the text to be displayed on the second line when the Stored Text
display option (DM=2) is selected.
Action: UL defines the text to be displayed on line 2 of an
optional Model 715 display when DM=2. The value
of UL is stored in non-volatile memory, and will
therefore be retained even if power is lost. The value
of UL is sent to the optional Model 715 display each
time the pressure data is updated.
Range: 11 characters maximum. Any characters in the range
of ASCII 32 to ASCII 127 are legal.
Default: 11 space characters
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100UL=My label
Typ. Set Response: *0001UL=My label
Typ. Read Command: *0100UL
Typ. Read Response: *0001UL=My label
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Do not use UL if it is necessary to update the displayed text often; use the External Text
display option and the DT command instead. The nonvolatile memory used to store the
text data can be written approximately 100,000 times; excessive use of UL will
eventually result in the inability to change its value.
5.16 Time Reference Stamp Command

NOTE: Time reference stamp feature is available starting with firmware version
R4.10 and later. This feature is not available with firmware version Qx.xx.
A time reference stamp can be appended to pressure and temperature measurement data to
help you determine when the pressure or period measurement was taken, relative to the
transmission of the measurement command response. The time reference value reported is
the time interval between the midpoint of the integration period and the start of the
transmission of the first ASCII character of the response data.
TS Enables and disables the time reference stamp feature.

The TS command affects the following measurement commands: P1, P2, P3, P4,
P5, P6, P7, Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4, Q5, and Q6.
Action: When enabled, a comma delimited time reference
stamp is appended to the measurement values
returned by the aforementioned commands,
expressed in microseconds.
Range: 0 = Time reference stamp disabled
1 = Time reference stamp enabled
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100TS=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001TS=1
Typ. Read Command: *0100TS
Typ. Read Response: *0001TS=1
The time reference value reported is the time interval between the midpoint of the
integration period and the start of the transmission of the first ASCII character of
the response data, expressed in microseconds. DL=1 pads the time reference
stamp value to 9 digits.
NOTE: The time reference stamp feature is not compatible with fetch mode.
If FM=1 (fetch mode active), >ERR:S1 is returned instead of the time
reference stamp value.
Examples:
(Pressure = 14.74638, time reference stamp = 500637 microseconds)
P3 response, DL=0: *000114.74638,500637
P3 response, DL=1: *0001+14.746380000,000500637
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time it takes to transmit the data. For high accuracy applications, it is necessary to
compensate for this delay. The formula for calculating transmission delay time is as
follows:
T = (N * 10) (1E6/BR)
Where: T = transmission delay in microseconds
N = number of characters transmitted
BR = baud rate
Don’t forget to consider the carriage return and line feed characters when determining
the number of characters transmitted.
Processing Delay - For high accuracy applications, it is also necessary to compensate
for any delay by the serial host in acknowledging the first character of the response data.
5.17 Calibration Commands

The calibration commands set and read several parameters that directly affect the
measurement accuracy of the device. Refer to Sections 7.3, 7.4, and 13 for more
information regarding the use of the calibration parameters.
CAUTION
Calibration values should be modified only when absolutely necessary, and then with
extreme caution. Calibration value adjustments should only be performed by a qualified
metrology lab. Calibration coefficients are unique to each product and should never be
modified or transferred to another unit.
ZERO AND SPAN ADJUSTMENT COMMANDS

The PA command is used to make zero offset adjustments to the indicated pressure value.
The PM command is used to make span adjustments to the indicated pressure value.
PA and PM are used in the following formula to calculate final output pressure:
Padjusted = PM * (P + PA)
Where: P = Pressure calculated using original calibration coefficients in the
current pressure unit.
PM = the current value of the PM parameter.
PA = the current value of the PA parameter
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Action: The pressure adder parameter is used to make zero
adjustments to the calibration. PA can also be used to
offset absolute pressure measurements by
atmospheric pressure to obtain gauge pressure.
Range: -9999999 to 9999999
Default: 0.0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100PA=.0000123
Typ. Set Response: *0001PA=.0000123
Typ. Read Command: *0100PA
Typ. Read Response: *0001PA=.0000123
NOTE: The value of PA is entered in the current pressure units, but is
converted to psi prior to being stored. When PA is queried, it returns the value
scaled to the current pressure units.
PM Set or read the pressure multiplier parameter.

Action: The pressure multiplier parameter is used to make
span adjustments to the calibration.
Range: -9999999 to 9999999
Default: 1
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100PM=1.000123
Typ. Set Response: *0001PM=1.000123
Typ. Read Command: *0100PM
Typ. Read Response: *0001PM=1.000123
NOTE: The value of PM is dimensionless, and is therefore not scaled if the
units are changed.
CALIBRATION COEFFICIENT COMMANDS

These commands contain the calibration coefficients for the Digiquartz pressure device.
C1, C2, C3, D1, D2, T1, T2, T3, T4, T5, U0, Y1, Y2, Y3
Set or read the calibration coefficients.
Default: Device-specific
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100C1=228.1234
Typ. Set Response: *0001C1=228.1234
Typ. Read Command: *0100C1
Typ. Read Response: *0001C1=228.1234
Refer to Section 13, page 99 for more information on calibration.
TIMEBASE CALIBRATION COMMANDS

TC is used to normalize the nominal 14.7456 MHz reference crystal frequency to 10 MHz
to compensate for the natural variation in reference crystal frequency.
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Action: Read the TC value. TC is a read-only command.
Typ. Read Command: *0100TC
Typ. Read Response: *0001TC=.6666667
5.18 Global Commands

Under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to send a single command to multiple
Intelligent devices on a serial loop or multi-drop network. The ID 99 has been reserved for
such global addressing. When an Intelligent device receives a supported command
addressed to ID 99, the device reacts to that command regardless of its assigned ID value.
To support the unique requirements of RS-232 serial loop and RS-485 multi-drop
networking, Intelligent devices react to global commands differently depending on which
port received the command. When a global command is received via RS-232, the global
command is re-transmitted before acting on the command. This ensures that all devices on
a serial loop will receive the global command. When a global command is received via RS-
485, the Intelligent device acts on the command but does not send a response. This prevents
multiple devices on a multi-drop network from transmitting simultaneously, which would
result in data collisions and unintelligible data.
SUPPORTED GLOBAL COMMANDS

All commands that affect serial communication must be globally addressed:
BR, BL, and ID.
Global addressing is often used with sample and hold measurement commands to
synchronize measurements from multiple devices. The sample and hold measurement
commands are:
P5, P6, Q5, and Q6
Most sampling commands and certain other commands may be either individually or
globally addressed:
E1 through E6, P1 through P7, Q1 through Q6, TT (A1), RH (A2), DB, DS, VR, and
EW
The remaining commands should not be sent as global commands.
NOTE: DS is available starting with firmware versions R3.00 and Q1.00.
CAUTION
Global sampling commands sent to multiple units on an RS-485 multi-drop network
may result in data collisions when multiple devices respond simultaneously.
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6.1 Introduction
Nano-Resolution is a new measurement mode capable of part-per-billion resolution and is
available starting with firmware versions R5.10 and Q1.00. It is enabled by a serial
command, and can be used with all measurements commands.
Nano-Resolution has significantly higher processing requirements, and therefore consumes
more power. Consult the SCD for your product for details regarding power consumption.
In general, the nano-resolution feature is only useful if pressure is stable enough over
effective sampling period and the data acquisition system can handle additional digits. The
practical bandwidth of interest is in the infrasound and deep infrasound (10 to 0.001 Hz).
6.2 Technical Information

Nano-resolution is achieved by sub-sampling the pressure at a high rate (typically 8 kHz)
and applying digital signal processing via an infinite impulse response (IIR) filter. It
consists of a 5-stage digital low-pass filter acting on the sub-samples. It filters all
frequencies with a -100 dB/decade roll-off above a user selectable cutoff frequency. It is an
effective anti-aliasing filter. The inherent resolution depends on the cutoff frequency and
not on the sampling period. Typically the sampling rate is set at the Nyquist limit, or twice
the cutoff frequency.
6.3 Resolution and Data Rate

Unlike standard resolution mode, data rate and resolution are completely independent in
nano-resolution mode and are selected using separate commands. It is recommended that
resolution is selected first. Data rate is then selected based on the resolution setting. A data
rate of approximately twice the cutoff frequency is generally recommended to avoid
aliasing.
6.3.1 Enable and Set Nano-Resolution

Nano-resolution can be enabled and disabled by the XM serial command. Resolution is a
function of the cutoff frequency when nano-resolution is enabled. The cutoff frequency is
set by the IA command.
XM Set or read the resolution mode.

Range: 0 = Standard Resolution
1 = Nano-resolution (OI resets to 0 when XM=1)
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100XM=1
Typ. Set Response: *0001XM=1
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Typ. Read Command: *0100XM
Typ. Read Response: *0001XM=1
IA Set or read the cutoff frequency setting.

Range: 3 - 14
Default: 11
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100IA=11
Typ. Set Response: *0001IA=11
Typ. Read Command: *0100IA
Typ. Read Response: *0001IA=11
Refer to Table 6-1 for a list of options for IA values, filter delay, cutoff
frequencies, measurement resolution, and the number of digits reported.
6.3.2 Setting Data Rate

The method for controlling data rate in nano-resolution mode differs depending on whether
continuous measurements (P4, P2, etc.) or polled measurements (P3, P1, etc.) are being
taken. Continuous measurements are usually recommended since it is much simpler to
control data rate.
Continuous Commands - Timing of continuous measurements in nano-
resolution mode is determined by TH or PI. TH specifies the measurement rate in Hz,
and is the preferred method. PI sets the approximate measurement interval in
milliseconds, and is in effect when TH=0.
Polled Commands - The concept of integration time does not apply in nano-
resolution mode, and as a result, polled commands such as P3 return a measurement
value immediately, regardless of TH and PI settings. Measurement timing must be
controlled by the serial host that issues the measurement commands. Continuous
measurement commands are recommended instead whenever consistent measurement
timing is desired.
NOTE: See Section 6.4 for instructions on using the TH command.
To avoid aliasing, it is generally recommended to select a data rate that is approximately
twice the cutoff frequency. Refer to Table 6-1 for cutoff frequencies associated with each
IA setting.
Example:
If IA = 7 and the cutoff frequency is 3.8 Hz, then the recommended data rate is
approximately 8 Hz.
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6.4 IIR Filter Options for Nano-Resolution
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TABLE 6-1: IIR Filter Typical Settings
IA Filter Cutoff Minimum Period Measurand Pressure/

Delaya Frequencyb Measurement Resolutiond Resolutione Temperature
Ratec Digitsf
(sec) (Hz) (Hz) (dB) (dB) (ppm/ppb)
3 0.0048 64 130 -117 -97 14 ppm 8
4 0.0097 32 60 -127 -107 4.5 ppm 8
5 0.019 16 30 -140 -120 1.0 ppm 8
6 0.039 8.0 15 -149 -129 0.35 ppm 9
7 0.077 4.0 7.5 -157 -137 0.14 ppm 9
8 0.15 2.0 3.8 -167 -147 45 ppb 10
9 0.31 1.0 2.0 -177 -157 14 ppb 10
10 0.62 0.50 1.0 -186 -167 4.5 ppb 11
11 1.24 0.25 0.50 -196 -176 1.6 ppb 11
12 2.47 0.12 0.25 -203 -183 0.7 ppb 12
13 4.95 0.06 0.12 -206 -186 0.5 ppb 12
14 9.90 0.03 0.06 -207 -187 0.4 ppb 12
a. Filter Delay is a time constant associated with each value of IA that describes the time
needed for a pressure event to propagate through the IIR filter. Allow five time constants
for a pressure event to propagate fully through the IIR filter.
b. Cutoff Frequency is the -3dB point of the low-pass IIR filter.
c. Minimum Measurement Rate (MMR) is the recommended minimum sampling rate to
avoid aliasing. The measurement rate is set using the TH command (R5.20 and later) or
the PI command (versions prior to R5.20). Values for MMR are approximately twice that
of Cutoff Frequency.
d. Period Resolution is the resolution of pressure and temperature period measurements.
e. Measurand Resolution is the resolution of pressure and temperature measurements.
f. Pressure and Temperature Digits is total number of digits used to report pressure and
temperature measurements. Pressure and temperature period measurements contain
one additional digit.
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6.5 Nano-Resolution Application Example
This example gives the steps required to configure an intelligent device for nano-resolution
pressure measurements, according to the requirements of a particular application.
STEP 1: Enable Nano-Resolution mode
• Issue the command *0100EW*0100XM=1 to enable nano-resolution
mode.
STEP 2: Determine the frequency range of interest
• For this example, let us assume the measured pressure data will
contain information of interest at 4 Hz and below.
STEP 3: Set the IIR filter cutoff frequency
• Since the pressure information of interest is expected to be at or
below 4 Hz, the cutoff frequency should be set at or near this value.
Referring to Table 6-1, an IA value of 7 specifies an IIR cutoff
frequency of 3.8 Hz.
• Issue the command *0100EW*0100IA=7 to set the IIR cutoff
frequency to 3.8 Hz.
STEP 4: Set the measurement rate at or above the Nyquist rate
• The Nyquist rate is twice the IIR filter cutoff frequency. Sampling
below the Nyquist rate can introduce aliasing and produce erroneous
results. Since we have specified an IIR cutoff frequency of 3.8 Hz, the
Nyquist rate is two times 3.8 Hz, or 7.6 Hz. The measurement rate
should therefore be at least approximately 8 Hz to avoid aliasing.
• For this example, 10Hz is a convenient measurement rate that is
close enough to the Nyquist rate of 8 Hz. It is possible to issue
individual pressure measurement commands at 10 Hz but that is
often impractical. The preferred method is to use a continuous
measurement command with its measurement rate set by the TH
command.
• Issue the command *0100EW*0100TH=10,P4 to set the
measurement rate to 10 Hz.
NOTE: The TH command is available in firmware version R5.20 and
above. In earlier firmware versions, PI can instead be set to a value of
approximately 100 to produce measurements at a rate of approximately 10
Hz.
STEP 5: Begin taking pressure measurements
• Issue the command *0100P4 to begin acquiring continuous pressure
measurements at the rate set by the TH command. Other continuous
pressure measurement commands may also be used instead of P4.
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6.6 Numeric Format For Nano-Resolution
6.6.1 Default Format

The default numeric formats used to report period, pressure, and temperature measurement
values are as follows, where N = the number of significant digits shown in the resolution
tables.
Pressure - The sensor full-scale pressure defines the number of digits reserved for
the integer portion of the pressure value. For example, a 1000 psi full-scale unit would
have 4 digits reserved (but not necessarily used) for the integer portion of the pressure
value, leaving N-4 digits for the fractional portion.
Temperature - Three digits are reserved (but not necessarily used) for the integer
portion of the temperature value, leaving N-3 digits for the fractional portion. Negative
temperature values include a sign but the numeric format is otherwise unaffected.
Pressure Period - Two digits are used for the integer portion of the pressure period
value, leaving N-2 digits for the fractional portion.
Temperature Period - One digit is used for the integer portion of the pressure
period value, leaving N-1 digits for the fractional portion.
6.6.2 Controlling the Numeric Format

The XN command sets the number of significant digits used to report period, pressure, and
temperature measurement values. The XN command overrides the default numeric format.
XN Set or read the number of significant digits.

Range: 0 - 13
Default: 0
Typ. Set Command: *0100EW*0100XN=10
Typ. Set Response: *0001XN=10
Typ. Read Command: *0100XN
Typ. Read Response: *0001XN=10
When XN=0, the default numeric formats are used. When non-zero, XN specifies
the number of significant digits used to report period, pressure, and temperature
measurement values.
The integer portion of the measurement value is never altered regardless of the
value of XN. Only the fractional portion of the measurement value is rounded as
required to conform to the format specified by XN.
The number of digits in the integer portion of the full-scale pressure (PF) is used
to determine the number of digits reserved but not necessarily used for the integer
portion of pressure values.
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Example:
If the full-scale pressure is 1000 psi, four digits are reserved for the integer
portion, leaving XN minus 4 digits available for the fractional portion. If the
pressure value is 14.12345678 and XN=8, the value would be formatted as
14.1235. Four digits were reserved for the integer portion but only two were
needed, leaving 4 digits available for the fractional portion.
The XN command works in both standard resolution and nano-resolution modes.
Refer to Table 6-2 for examples of formatted measurement values for XN. The
examples assume a transducer full-scale pressure (PF) of 16 psi.
TABLE 6-2: Examples of Formatted Measurement Value Using XN

XN Measurement Value Formatted Measurement Value
0 14.12345678901 14.12345678901
1 14.12345678901 14
2 14.12345678901 14
3 14.12345678901 14.1
4 14.12345678901 14.12
5 14.12345678901 14.123
6 14.12345678901 14.1235
7 14.12345678901 14.12346
8 14.12345678901 14.123457
9 14.12345678901 14.1234568
10 14.12345678901 14.12345679
11 14.12345678901 14.123456789
12 14.12345678901 14.1234567890
13 14.12345678901 14.12345678901
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7.1 Resolution, Integration Time, and Sampling Rate
NOTE: This section applies to standard resolution mode only.
The outputs from Digiquartz pressure transducers are two square wave signals whose
period is proportional to applied pressure and internal transducer temperature. The
Intelligent electronics measures these signals using a technique similar to that of a common
laboratory frequency counter. Like the frequency counter, a signal must be integrated for a
specified time to measure its period.
The time over which the signal is integrated determines the resolution of the measurement.
Longer integration times increase resolution, but reduce the sampling rate. Conversely,
shorter integration times decrease resolution, but increase the sampling rate.
The integration mode has a significant effect on sampling rate. The effective sampling rate
of Simultaneous Integration (OI=0) is roughly double that of Sequential Integration
Simulation (OI=1) for a given PI or PR setting, until the maximum serial bandwidth is
reached. Note that the relationship between integration time and pressure resolution is not
affected by the integration mode. Please refer to Section 2.3, page 14 and Section 5.7, page
43 for more information about Sequential Integration and Simultaneous Integration
Simulation.
Another factor that influences sampling rate is the serial baud rate. For short integration
times, faster baud rates enable faster sampling. As integration times increase, the benefit of
faster baud rates quickly diminishes.
Table 7-1 on the following page illustrates the relationship between integration time,
resolution, and sampling rate for the P4 command in Simultaneous Integration and
Sequential Integration Simulation modes at various baud rates.
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TABLE 7-1: Relationship of Integration Time, Resolution, and Sampling Rate for P4
Resolution Integration Time Sampling Rate (Hz)b,c
PIa (ppm) (sec) 9600 Baud 57600/115200 Baud
OI=0 OI=1 OI=0 OI=1 OI=0 OI=1 OI=0 OI=1
1 678.200 339.100 0.001 0.002 106.70 106.70 418.00 300.00
3 226.100 113.000 0.003 0.006 106.70 106.70 232.00 134.00
8 84.770 42.390 0.008 0.016 87.30 57.00 106.00 57.00
11 61.650 30.830 0.011 0.022 80.00 42.00 80.00 42.00
17 39.890 19.950 0.017 0.034 54.00 28.00 54.00 28.00
34 19.950 9.970 0.034 0.068 28.00 14.40 28.00 14.40
67 10.120 5.061 0.067 0.134 14.60 7.37 14.60 7.37
134 5.061 2.530 0.134 0.268 7.38 3.71 7.38 3.71
333 2.037 1.018 0.333 0.666 2.99 1.50 2.99 1.50
666 1.018 0.509 0.666 1.332 1.50 0.75 1.50 0.75
1333 0.509 0.254 1.333 2.666 0.75 0.38 0.75 0.38
3332 0.204 0.102 3.332 6.664 0.30 0.15 0.30 0.15
6664 0.102 0.051 6.664 13.328 0.15 0.08 0.15 0.08
13328 0.051 0.025 13.328 26.656 0.08 0.04 0.08 0.04
26656 0.025 0.013 26.656 53.312 0.04 0.02 0.04 0.02
45872 0.015 0.007 45.872 91.744 0.02 0.01 0.02 0.01
a. Data in this table assumes TI = PI. PR is approximately equal to PI x 2.8.
b. The measurement time interval (seconds) is equal to 1 / Sampling Rate (Hz).
c. Data rates are approximations only and may vary slightly for different firmware versions.
NOTE: Refer to Section 2.3, page 14 and Section 5.7, page 43 for more information
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Use one or more of the techniques shown in Table 7-2 to increase sampling rate:
TABLE 7-2: SAMPLING RATE TECHNIQUES
To try one of the following actions: Use Command On Page:
Select Simultaneous Integration OI 43
Turn off any data being sent to Model 715 display MD 45
Increase baud rate BR 27
Reduce integration time PI, TI 36
Use a continuous pressure measurement P4 30

command, such as P4.
Use the continuous pressure period command, P2 71

and post-process data to convert to pressure
Turn off the time reference stamp function TS 59
7.3 Calculations and Formulas

Internal sensor temperature and applied pressure are calculated from period measurements
of the two transducer output signals. The equations and coefficients used to perform these
calculations are described below. Refer to the Calibration Coefficient Sheet for the actual
coefficient values for your transducer.
7.3.1 Temperature Calculation

The following equation is used to calculate internal sensor temperature:
T = Y1U + Y2U2 + Y3U3
Where: T = Temperature (°C)
U0 = temperature signal period (microseconds) at 0° C
U = temperature signal period (microseconds) – U0 (microseconds)
Temperature coefficients: U0 Y1 Y2 Y3
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The following equation is used to calculate pressure:
P = C(1 – T02/Tau2)[1 – D(1– T02/Tau2)]
Where: P = pressure
Tau = pressure signal period (microseconds)
U = temperature signal period (microseconds) – U0 (microseconds)
C = C1 + C2U + C3U2
D = D1 + D2U
T0 = T1 + T2U + T3U2 + T4U3 + T5U4
Pressure Coefficients: C1 C2 C3 D1 D2 T1 T2 T3 T4 T5
7.3.3 Final Output Pressure Calculation

The following equation is used with the pressure value calculated above to calculate the
final output pressure value:
Poutput = PM[(units multiplier) x P + PA]
Where: Poutput = Final output pressure value (psi)
P = raw pressure value (from pressure equation above)
PM = Value stored in the PM parameter
PA = Value stored in the PA parameter
Units multiplier =Value used to convert psi to the current pressure unit.
The PM and PA parameters allow you to make minor zero and span adjustments to the raw
pressure value. Normally, PM (pressure multiplier) is set to 1.0, and PA (pressure adder) is
set to 0.0. Refer to Sections 5.17 on page 60 and 7.4 below for more information.
7.4 Zero and Span Adjustments

The PM and PA commands allow for minor zero and span adjustments to the raw pressure
value. Normally, PM (pressure multiplier) is set to 1.0, and PA (pressure adder) is set to 0.0.
Adjusted pressure is calculated using the following equation:
Padjusted = PM x (P + PA)
Where: P = Pressure calculated using original calibration coefficients, in the
current pressure units
PM = the current value of PM
PA = the current value of PA
Refer to Sections 5.17 on page 60 and 7.3.3 for more information regarding PA and PM.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when modifying PA or PM because they directly affect calibration.
Inaccurate values will result in inaccurate pressure measurements.
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Digiquartz Intelligent devices support RS-232 serial loop and RS-485 multi-drop
networking. Networking allows you to communicate with up to 98 Digiquartz Intelligent
devices from a single RS-232 or RS-485 serial host.
8.1 Networking Basics

WHEN SETTING UP A NETWORK, THE FOLLOWING MUST BE OBSERVED:
• Verify proper operation of each Digiquartz Intelligent device before installing it
in a network.
• If your network includes older Digiquartz Intelligent devices using SX.XX
series firmware, set the older devices to PT = N to assure compatibility with the
newer devices.
• Set all Digiquartz Intelligent devices to the same baud rate before installing
them in a network. Once your network is up and running, you can change the
baud rate to any supported value.
• Each Digiquartz Intelligent device on the network requires a unique Unit ID.
• If you are setting up an RS-232 serial loop network, you can automatically set
all devices to a unique ID value by issuing a single ID command.
• If you are setting up an RS-485 multi-drop network, you must isolate each
device from the network, and set the ID of each device individually.
• See page 28 for more information on using the ID command.
8.2 Choosing a Network Type

RS-232 and RS-485 networks have unique benefits, as described below. Carefully consider
your system requirements before selecting a network type.
BENEFITS OF RS-485 MULTI-DROP NETWORKS:

• RS-485 transmission distance is up to 4,000 feet, compared to 50 feet for RS-
232 serial loop networking.
• Improved data integrity in electrically noisy environments, as compared to RS-
232 serial loop networks.
• Can take synchronized measurements from any or all devices on the network.
This is not possible with RS-232 serial loop network due to the delays that occur
as the measurement command propagates through the network.
• Can wake up all sleeping devices with a single character. Each device must be
awakened individually on an RS-232 serial loop network.
• Improved system reliability. It is less likely that a failure in a single unit will
affect the entire network, as compared to RS-232 serial loop networks.
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BENEFITS OF RS-232 SERIAL LOOP NETWORKS:
• RS-232 serial loop networks are compatible with most standard PCs, and most
other control devices. RS-485 may not be available or may require additional
hardware, depending on the serial host you have selected.
• Unique device IDs can be assigned to all devices on the network with a single
command. With an RS-485 multi-drop network, you must isolate each unit and
assign its unique ID individually.
• Can directly communicate with up to 98 devices. You can address up to 98
devices with RS-485, but you must use a repeater if you have more than 32
devices (including the host) on the network.
8.3 RS-485 Multi-drop Networks

As described in Section 8.2, page 73, RS-485 multi-drop offers several significant benefits
over RS-232 serial loop networking. It is recommended that RS-485 multi-drop networks
be used whenever possible.
RS-485 multi-drop networks can be wired as a 2-wire or 4-wire system. Digiquartz
Intelligent devices are compatible with either system. Refer to Section 11.2.4, page 94 for
multi-drop network wiring diagrams.
RS-485 MULTI-DROP NETWORK CONSIDERATIONS

When setting up and operating an RS-485 multi-drop network, please be aware that up to
98 devices can be addressed on an RS-485 multi-drop network, but a maximum of 31
devices can be driven by any single transmitter. If you intend to build a network that
exceeds 31 Digiquartz Intelligent devices, you must use one or more RS-485 repeaters to
ensure that no device is driving more than a maximum of 31 receivers.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to set Unit ID values over a multi-drop network. Doing so will set all
devices on the network to the same Unit ID value. To set each device to a unique Unit
ID, isolate each device from the network, and individually set its Unit ID value.
CAUTION
Do not send continuous measurement commands (P2, P4, P7, Q2, Q4) to any device
on a 2-wire multi-drop network. If you do this, you may need to cycle power to stop the
continuous transmission of measurement data, since the command from the host to
stop continuous measurement will likely collide with the measurement data coming
from the device. This is especially true if your device is set for a short integration time.
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Do not configure any device on a 2 -wire RS-485 network for continuous pressure data
output from the RS-485 port on power-up (MD=2 or MD=3, DO=1). If you do this, it is
unlikely that you will be able to reconfigure the unit over the network, since any
command is likely to collide with the pressure data being continuously sent. To recover,
you will need to remove the device from the network and reconfigure it individually via
the RS-232 port.
2-WIRE RS-485 MULTI-DROP NETWORKS

Digiquartz Intelligent devices support half-duplex, master-slave communications with
serial hosts. This means that the device (slave) will only transmit if it has been commanded
to do so by the serial host, or master. This feature enables the Intelligent devices to be used
in 2-wire RS-485 systems, where commands sent from the host and responses sent by the
Intelligent devices are sent on the same pair of wires.
Figure 11-18 on page 94 illustrates a two-wire RS-485 multi-drop network consisting of a
host and multiple Digiquartz Intelligent devices. Notice that the TX+ and RX+ signals and
the TX- and RX- signals are tied together at each device, forming a 2-wire interface. The
2-wire half duplex configuration can reduce wiring costs, but the system designer must take
precautions as described above to ensure reliable communications.
Data collisions occur on 2-wire RS-485 systems when two or more slaves transmit
simultaneously, or when the master and one or more slaves transmit simultaneously. The
result of a data collision is that both transmissions become unintelligible and are lost. In a
master-slave network, it is the responsibility of the serial host to ensure that data collisions
do not occur. Normally, this requires that the host wait an appropriate length of time for a
response before sending another command.
Since multiple transmitters share common wiring in 2-wire RS-485 multi-drop systems, it
is necessary that all devices on a network have the ability to disable their transmitters when
not actively transmitting. Digiquartz Intelligent devices perform this task automatically, but
the serial host must also enable its transmitter only when transmitting. Some RS-485
devices, particularly low-cost RS-232 to RS-485 converters, tend to leave their transmitters
enabled for a period of time after RS-485 data has been transmitted. If this time is
sufficiently long, some or all of the response data from a Digiquartz Intelligent device will
not be received by the serial host, since the host will still be in the transmit mode when the
response is being sent. If you plan to use such a device, reliable two-wire RS-485
communications may not be possible, and you will need to use a 4-wire system instead.
4-WIRE RS-485 MULTI-DROP NETWORKS

Figure 11-19 on page 94 illustrates a 4-wire RS-485 multi-drop network consisting of a host
and three Digiquartz Intelligent devices. In this system, there is no need for the host to
disable its transmitter, since it is connected to the receive lines of the Intelligent devices via
a dedicated pair of wires, enabling full-duplex operation.
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In an RS-232 serial loop network, the transmit output of the RS-232 host is connected to
the receive input of the first device in the loop (see Figure 8-1). The transmit output of the
first device is connected to the receive input of the next device. The remaining devices are
connected similarly, with their receive input connected to the transmit output of the
previous device, and their transmit output connected to the receive input of the next device.
The transmit output of the last device is connected to the receive input of the RS-232 host.
The host sends commands to the first device in the loop. If a command is addressed to that
device, the command is carried out; if not, the command is resent to the next device.
Globally addressed commands are carried out by each device, and are also resent to the next
device. When a device responds to a command, the response is addressed to the host, and
is therefore resent by each device that receives it until it eventually makes it way to the
serial host.
FIGURE 8-1: Serial Loop Network Block Diagram
Keep these points in mind when designing an RS-232 serial loop network:
• As previously described, each device will resend any command or response that
is addressed to another device. Since each device considers resending to be a
higher priority than sending its own response, it is possible that a device can
spend all its time resending, and never have an opportunity to send its own
response. This occurs only when one or more upstream devices are
continuously transmitting. To prevent this situation:
• Operate your network at 9,600 or 19,200 baud.
• Avoid continuous transmission (P2, P4, P7, Q2, and Q4 commands) at
extremely low integration times.
• Do not operate a serial loop network above 19,200 baud.
• A single ID command will automatically set all devices on the serial loop to unique
sequential IDs.
• It is not possible to precisely synchronize measurements from two or more
devices by sending a global measurement command. This is a result of the delay
that occurs as the measurement command propagates through the serial loop. If
precise measurement synchronization is required, consider an RS-485 multi-
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eventually making its way back to the host. Therefore, the data received by the
host in response to a global command includes the command itself, followed by
the individual responses from all devices on the network.
• Sleeping devices on a serial loop network must be awakened individually, and
in sequence, by sending a complete command to each device, starting with the
first device. Keep in mind that a serial loop network will not be fully operational
unless all devices on the network are awake, since response data will not be
resent by sleeping devices downstream.
• Digiquartz Interactive software (DQI3) is not capable of waking multiple
sleeping devices on a serial loop network. If you intend to use DQI3 to
communicate with units on a serial loop network, please ensure that all devices
have the sleep mode disabled.
8.5 Other Networking Methods

MULTIPLE SERIAL PORTS
PC expansion boards are available which provide up to 32 individual RS-232 serial ports.
Using such a board, it would be possible to design a system whereby each Intelligent device
would be connected to the serial host via its own RS-232 port. This type of a system would
ensure that any communications port, cable, or transmitter failure would not affect the rest
of the system.
RELAY MULTIPLEXER SYSTEM

For high-reliability applications with a large number of transmitters, it may be desirable to
use a custom relay multiplexer as a switching hub to select separate data lines running out
to the individual transmitters or serial loops in the system. Loss of any one data line through
accident or failure will affect only those transmitters on that data line.
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The Model 715 is extremely simple and easy to use. There are no controls to set or
configure, as the Digiquartz Intelligent device controls display information to the Model
715. Simply connect the display to an appropriately configured Digiquartz Intelligent
device and a DC power source, and the Model 715 will display the desired information.
The Model 715 can communicate with a Digiquartz Intelligent device via either RS-232 or
RS-485. You can therefore use either port to communicate with the Model 715. The Model
715 automatically sets its baud rate to match that of the Digiquartz Intelligent device.
The Model 715 provides a regulated 6.0 VDC output for powering a Digiquartz Intelligent
device, eliminating the need to power the Intelligent device separately.
NOTE: For compatibility of Digiquartz Intelligent devices with the Model 715 Display
refer to Section 2.14, page 18.
9.1 Serial and Power Connections

DC power (7 – 25VDC, 270 mA max.) can be applied to a terminal block on the rear panel,
or can be supplied by a 110VAC or 220 VAC wall power supply (part numbers 6377-001
or 6377-004).
Refer to Section 11.2.5, page 95 for Model 715 interconnection options.
9.2 Configuring Intelligent Device To Use With Model 715

Digiquartz Intelligent devices must be configured to be used with the Model 715 display.
The following commands are available for this purpose:
MD Enables output of display data. MD must be set to 1 or 3 for use with the
Model 715 display. Refer to Section 5.9, page 45 for details.
DO Selects either RS-232 or RS-485 communication with the Model 715.
Set DO to 0 to communicate with the Model 715 display via the RS-485
port, or set DO to 1 to use the RS-232 port.
DM Selects the type of information to be displayed on the second line of the
Model 715 display.
DP Selects the number of decimal points in displayed pressure
measurements.
Refer to Section 5.15, page 56 for details on using the DO, DM, and DP commands.
NOTE: Do not set PI to a value of less that 10 when using a Model 715 display. Doing
so may result in an inconsistent display. For reliable operation, do not use baud rates
(BR) greater than 38,400 when using a Model 715 display.
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9.3 Model 715 Panel Mounting Instructions
OVERVIEW
The Model 715 can be adapted for use in panel or rack-mounted applications. This section
provides the necessary mounting information.
PANEL PREPARATION
Modify the mounting panel per Figure 9-1. All dimensions are in inches.
FIGURE 9-1: Model 715 Panel Cutout Detail
MOUNTING PROCEDURE
STEP 1: Remove Back Feet
Remove the rear rubber feet from the Model 715. The feet are glued to the
Model 715 and can be reattached in the future if needed.
STEP 2: Remove Set Screws
Using a 1/16” hex key, remove the two setscrews on the rear panel as
shown in Figure 9-2, then slide out the panel mount brackets from the sides
of the Model 715.
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FIGURE 9-2: Model 715 Rear Panel Detail
STEP 3: Insert the Model 715 through the panel

Insert the back end of the Model 715 through the front of the panel cutout.
STEP 4: Replace the panel mount brackets
Slide the panel mount brackets into the slot on the side of the Model 715
and up against the panel.
STEP 5: Install setscrews
Insert the setscrews into the panel mount bracket and tighten.
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control and monitor tare and overpressure alarm functions. See Section 5.12, page 49 for
more information regarding tare and overpressure functions.
NOTE: Some Digiquartz Intelligent Devices do not support the I/O lines described in
this section. Refer to the SCD for the specific device in-use.
10.1 Input
TARE INPUT
Activated by a momentary contact closure to ground. When taring is not in effect and Tare
Input is activated, taring is enabled on the next pressure measurement. When taring is in
effect and Tare Input is activated, taring is disabled, and the next pressure measurement
taken will not be tared.
WARNING
To prevent possible damage, do not connect any voltage source other than DC power
ground to the Tare Input.
10.2 Output
TARE OUTPUT
Indicates whether the most recent pressure measurement was tared. The tare output is set
to logic high when taring is in effect, is set to logic low when taring is not in effect.
OVERPRESSURE OUTPUT
Indicates whether the most recent pressure measurement exceeds the user-specified
overpressure setpoint. The overpressure output is set to logic high if overpressure setpoint
is exceeded, and is set to logic low otherwise. See the OP command on page 51 for more
information.
• Logic low:< 0.1 VDC
• Logic high:3.3 VDC
• Maximum output drive current: 300μA (microamps)
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This section provides pin assignment diagrams for Digiquartz Intelligent devices and
standard PCs. PC pin assignments are typical; if in doubt, consult the hardware manual that
came with your PC.
NOTE: All connector diagrams are as viewed from the mating end of the device.
WARNING
Pinouts shown are based on standard product configurations. For custom
configurations, consult the SCD for the specific electrical pinouts and voltage
requirements.
11.1.1 Intelligent Device - RS-232/485
Pin Connection
1 Chassis ground
2 RS-232 TX
3 RS-232 RX
4 Not used
5 Power/signal ground
6 Tare output
7 Tare switch input
8 Overpressure output
9 Power (consult SCD)
10 Not used
DB15M-HD 11 Not used / PPS Inputa
12 RS-485 RX+
13 RS-485 RX-
14 RS-485 TX+
15 RS-485 TX-
a. Some configurations may have PPS input,
see unit SCD for details.
FIGURE 11-1: Intelligent Transmitter - 15-Pin Connector Pinout
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Pin Connection
1 Chassis ground
2 RS-232 TX
3 RS-232 RX
4 not used
5 Power/Signal ground
6 not useda
7 not used
DB9-F 8 not usedb
a. Display clock, Model 760 only.
b. Display data, Model 760 only.
FIGURE 11-2: Model 1000 Intelligent Transmitter and Model 760 Portable Field Standard -
9-Pin Connector
Pin Connection
1 not used
2 RS-232 TX
3 RS-232 RX
4 not used
6 not used
7 Tare Output
DB9-M 8 not used
FIGURE 11-3: Model 6000 Intelligent Barometer, Model 9000 Intelligent Transmitter - 9-pin
Connector
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INTELLIGENT DEVICE
Pin Connection
1 RS-232 TX
2 RS-232 RX
NON-INTELLIGENT DEVICE
Pin Connection
1 Temperature Signala
2 Pressure Signal
SEACON XSG-4-BCL
a. For non-temperature compensated units
PIN 1 is not used.
FIGURE 11-4: 8B, 8DP, 8WD Depth Sensor - Seacon BCL Connector Pinout
Pin Connection
1 RS-232 TX
2 RS-232 RX
SEACON XSE-4-BCR
FIGURE 11-5: 8DP Intelligent Depth Sensor - Seacon BCR Connector Pinout
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Pin Connection
1 RS-232 TX
2 RS-232 RX
5 RS-485 RX+
6 RS-485 RX-
7 RS-485 TX+
8 RS-485 TX-
BURTON 5507-1508-00X
FIGURE 11-6: Intelligent Absolute Depth Sensor - Burton Connector Pinout
Pin Connection
1 RS-232 TX
2 RS-232 RX
5 RS-485 RX+
6 RS-485 RX-
7 RS-485 TX+
8 RS-485 TX-
BURTON 5999-0962-002
FIGURE 11-7: Intelligent Gauge Depth Sensor - Burton Connector Pinout
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Pin Connection
1 Chassis ground
2 RS-232 RX
3 RS-232 TX
4 Not used
6 Tare output
7 Tare switch input
8 Overpressure output
10 Not used
DB15F-HD 11 Not used

12 RS-485 TX+
13 RS-485 TX-
14 RS-485 RX+
15 RS-485 RX-
FIGURE 11-8: Model 715 -15-Pin Connector Pinout
Pin Connection
1 Chassis ground
2 RS-232 RX
3 RS-232 TX
4 Not used
5 Signal ground
6 Not used
7 Not used
DB9-F 8 Not used
9 Not used
FIGURE 11-9: Model 715 - 9-Pin Connector Pinout
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Pin Connection
1 Not used
2 RS-232 TX
3 RS-232 RX
4 Not used
5 Power / signal ground
6 Not used
7 Not used
8 Not used
10 Not used
DB15F-HD 11 Not used
12 RS-485 RX+
13 RS-485 RX-
14 RS-485 TX+
15 RS-485 TX-
FIGURE 11-10: P/N 6671-003 Power Module - 15-Pin Connector Pinout
Pin Connection
1 Not used
2 RS-232 TX
3 RS-232 RX
4 Not used
5 Power / signal ground
6 Not used
7 Not used
DB9-F 8 Not used
FIGURE 11-11: P/N 6671-003 Power Module - 9-Pin Connector Pinout
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Pin Connection
1 Data Carrier detect (DCD)
2 RS-232 RX
3 RS-232 TX
4 Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
5 Signal ground
6 Data Set Ready (DSR)
7 Request To Send (RTS)
DB9-M 8 Clear To Send (CTS)
9 Ring Indicator (RI)
FIGURE 11-12: Typical PC RS-232 - 9-Pin Connector Pinout
11.2 Serial Wiring Diagrams

The diagrams in this section show the various ways in which Digiquartz Intelligent devices
can be connected to RS-232 and RS-485 serial hosts and the Model 715 display. The pin
numbers given are for Digiquartz Intelligent devices with 15-pin high-density D-
subminiature connectors. Refer to Section 11.1, page 85 for pin assignments of other
connectors. PC serial port pin numbers assume a typical 9-pin RS-232 port; consult the
documentation that came with your PC to verify your RS-232 port pin assignments.
11.2.1 RS-232 Wiring Diagrams
FIGURE 11-13: RS-232 Wiring Diagram Using Optional RS232/RS485 Power Module Kit
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11.2.2 RS-232 Serial Loop Network Wiring Diagram
FIGURE 11-15: RS-232 Serial Loop Network
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FIGURE 11-16: 2-Wire RS-485 System, Single Device
FIGURE 11-17: 4-Wire RS-485 System, Single Device
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FIGURE 11-18: 2-Wire RS-485 Multi-Drop Network
FIGURE 11-19: 4-Wire RS-485 Multi-Drop Network
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The following diagrams illustrate a few typical Model 715 systems. There are two ways to
power the Model 715: using an optional wall power supply or via screw terminal blocks.
Both methods are shown on each diagram, but only one power option is needed, and either
can be selected depending on your application.
FIGURE 11-20: Simple Model 715 / Intelligent Transmitter System w/ Optional PC Shown
FIGURE 11-21: Model 715, RS-232 Connection to an Intelligent Device
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The following are solutions to frequently encountered problems. If you are experiencing
difficulty with a Digiquartz Intelligent device, it is likely that the solution can be found
below.
NO RESPONSE FROM DEVICE

Check your connections:
• Check your connections to ensure that your system is hooked up properly.
• Check your power source to ensure that the proper voltage is supplied to the
device.
• If you believe that your system is wired and powered properly, but you still
cannot communicate with your device(s), try using a PC and Digiquartz
Interactive software (DQI3) to verify operation and configuration of each
device individually. To do this, you will need to connect each device one at a
time to the PC RS-232 port. DQI3 will allow you to establish communications
with Digiquartz Intelligent devices regardless of baud rate or ID settings. If your
device(s) work properly with DQI3, but you are still unable to communicate
with them in your system, the problem is almost certainly caused by your serial
host hardware/software settings or your connections.
• If you are networking your devices, make sure that all are set to the same baud
rate, and that any earlier-generation (RS-232 only) devices are set to PT=N (8
data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit). Also ensure that each device is set to a unique ID
value.
Check your serial host:

• Make sure your serial host is configured for the proper baud rate, and 8 data bits,
no parity, and 1 stop bit.
• Make sure your commands are terminated with a carriage return and line feed
(ASCII 13 and 10). Your serial host hardware or software may need to be
configured to provide proper command termination.
• Make sure that you are sending commands to the proper ID. If you are unsure
which ID to use, try sending a global SN command (*9900SN), and check the
response(s) to see which ID(s) responded.
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TO SUBSEQUENT COMMANDS
• The Intelligent device is probably asleep when the first command is received,
but is awake when the second command arrives. Therefore, the first command
is ignored, and the second command is acted upon. To avoid this, either wake
up the device before attempting a command, or disable sleep mode. Refer to the
SL command for more information.
DEVICE REPORTS INCORRECT PRESSURE VALUES

• Check that the calibration coefficients are correct. Digiquartz Interactive
(DQI3) software can be used for this purpose. The proper calibration
coefficients are listed in the calibration data sheet that was provided with your
Intelligent device. If you are unable to locate the calibration data sheet, contact
Paroscientific for the calibration coefficients specific to your unit.
12.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I change the RS-232 / RS-485 baud rate?
Refer to Section 5.2 “Serial Communications Commands” beginning on page 27.
How do I configure my instrument?

Refer to Section 3 “Installation and Quick Start” beginning on page 19, and Section 4
“Operation” beginning on page 23.
How do I change the pressure unit?

Refer to Section 5.10 “Unit Commands” beginning on page 46.
How do I change the pressure sampling rate?

Refer to Section 5.4 “Measurement Integration Time Commands” beginning on page 36.
What are the RS-232 and RS-485 commands?

Refer to Section 5 “Command Instructions” beginning on page 27.
How do I tare the unit?

Refer to Section 5.12 “Tare and Overpressure Commands” beginning on page 49.
How do I change the information on the Model 715 display?

Refer to Section 9 “Using the Model 715 Display” beginning on page 79.
How do I change the Unit ID?

Refer to Section 5.2 “Serial Communications Commands” beginning on page 27.
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13.1 Pressure Calibration Procedure
13.1.1 Overview
Paroscientific transducers measure pressure with a force sensitive quartz crystal whose
output period (or frequency) changes with applied load. For a given temperature, true
applied pressure will generate a specific crystal period. Therefore, a measure of the crystal
period will indicate what pressure is applied, provided the relationship between crystal
period and pressure is known. This relationship is usually expressed as the C, D, T0
equation. C, D, and T0 are coefficients that are unique to Paroscientific transducers, and
are different for each transducer. In addition, these coefficients are characterized for
thermal effects. For each temperature, they are expressed as polynomial expansions with
coefficients C1, C2, C3, D1, D2, T1, T2, T3, T4, and T5. Typically, it takes between 7 and
10 coefficients to fully describe the relationship, also called the "CD thermal model",
between crystal output, temperature, and pressure.
Recalibration is necessary if a user decides that the agreement between true and indicated
pressure is outside tolerances set for the particular application. Please see the documents
entitled "Recalibration of Paroscientific Transducers - Doc 8140-001" and "Calibration of
Digiquartz Sensors" at www.paroscientific.com for recalibration procedures and
calibration software support.
Because the recalibration period of Digiquartz Instruments depends on specific
applications and user requirements, we do not recommend a typical interval between
calibrations. Some customers never recalibrate their instruments, while others do
periodically every 1 to 3 years.
13.1.2 Zero and span adjustments

The Paroscientific pressure transducer measures a force that is generated by external
pressure. Since the quartz crystal is extremely sensitive, any other small force that is
transmitted to the sensing element will be added to the pressure measurement. A pressure
offset generated in this way is purely additive and is the same at all pressure values. In
principle, checking accuracy at a single applied pressure is sufficient to determine an
offset. Of course, the offset can be calculated as the average offset of many pressure points.
Span is defined here as the pressure difference from minimum pressure to full-scale
pressure. A span error is the difference between the indicated pressure span as measured
by the transducer and the true pressure span. If a transducer is carefully adjusted at
minimum pressure, the span error is simply the difference between indicated and true
applied pressure at full scale.
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The span of a Paroscientific transducer is rarely adjusted since the scale factor of the
sensing element is very stable. Differences are sometimes due to different calibration
standards. The span of a dead weight tester used as a primary standard depends directly on
the piston area and the value of local gravity. Any apparent change of span in a
Paroscientific transducer should be carefully checked to ascertain that the pressure is
correctly applied and calculated with the correct piston area and gravity constant, and that
the piston is vertical. We recommend recording several pressure points over the entire
pressure range to establish any span error. The Paroscientific calibration software program
RECAL calculates the best span by a least-squares fit optimization.
Please refer to the document entitled "Recalibration of Paroscientific Transducers - Doc
8140-001" at www.paroscientific.com for details regarding offset and span adjustment.
Calibration should only be performed by a skilled operator.
The PA and PM commands allow you to make zero and span adjustments. Normally, PA
(pressure adder) is set to 0.0, and PM (pressure multiplier) is set to 1.0.
Adjusted pressure is calculated using the following equation:
Padjusted = PM * (P + PA)
Where: P = Pressure calculated using original calibration coefficients, in the
current pressure units
PM=the current value of PM
PA = the current value of PA
Refer to Section 5.17, page 60 for more information regarding PA and PM.
CAUTION
PA and PM directly affect calibration. Use extreme caution when modifying PA or PM.
Improper PA and/or PM values will result in inaccurate pressure measurements.
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To use this table:
• Determine original pressure unit and desired pressure unit.
• Using the table, identify the appropriate pressure conversion factor.
• Multiply the original pressure value by the conversion factor to convert it to the desired pressure unit.
TABLE 14-1: Pressure Unit Conversion Table
Desired Pressure Unit
Original
Pressure Grams/cm3 Pounds/in2 Inches of mercury Millimeters of Grams/cm2 Millibar or Pascal or
Unit mercury or Torr Hectopascal Newton/m2
g/cm3 psi in Hg mm Hg or Torr g/cm2 mbar or hPa Pa or N/m2

g/cm3 1 1.422334 2.895903 73.5592 100.0000 98.06650 9806.650
psi .7030696 1 2.036021 51.71493 70.30696 68.94757 6894.757
in Hg .3453155 .4911541 1 25.40000 34.53155 33.86388 3386.388
mm Hg or Torr .01359510 .01933678 .03937008 1 1.359510 1.333224 133.3224
g/cm2 .01000000 .01422334 .02895903 .7355592 1 .9806650 98.06650
mbar or hPa .01019716 .01450377 .02952999 .75000617 1.019716 1 100.0000
Pa or N/m2 1.019716x10-4 1.450377x10-4 2.952999x10-4 7.500617x10-3 .01019716 .01000000 1
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TABLE 15-1: Action Commands
COMMAND DESCRIPTION PAGE
BL Lock baud rate 28
BR Set baud rate 27
DB Dump buffer 34
DS Dump buffer sequential 35
DT * Display text on second line 58
E1 Sample and send one compound period per P1/Q1 format 32
E2 Sample and send continuous compound period per E1 format 33
E3 Sample and send one compound measurement per P3/Q3 format 33
E4 Sample and send continuous compound period per E3 format 33
E5 Sample and send one compound value per P3/P1/Q1 format 33
E6 Sample and send continuous compound values per E5 format 34
EW Enable write 27
ID Set unit ID 28
M1 Output timestamp for minimum pressure value 44
M3 Output timestamp for maximum pressure value 44
MR Reset minimum and maximum pressure value 45
OI * Select sequential or simultaneous pressure integration 43
OF * Execute user-defined command 42
P1 Output single pressure period value 29
P2 Output continuous pressure period values 31
P3 Output single pressure values 29
P4 Output continuous pressure values 30
P5 Sample and hold a pressure value 34
P6 Sample and hold a pressure period value 35
P7 * Output continuous pressure values at maximum rate 30
Q1 Output single temperature period value 29
Q2 Output continuous temperature period values 31
Q3 Output single temperature value 29
Q4 Output continuous temperature values 32
Q5 Sample and hold a temperature value 35
Q6 Sample and hold a temperature period value 35
* These commands are not supported by firmware version Q1.00 and later.
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C1 C1 coefficient 61
CF Firmware checksum 55
D1 D1 coefficient 61
D2 D2 coefficient 61
DL * Fixed-field data format 54
DM * Second line display mode 56
DO Display data output port 57
DP * Decimal places in displayed pressure value 57
FM * Fetch mode enable/disable 44
IA IIR mode cutoff frequency 64
MD Serial data model 45
MN Model number 55
OI Sequential / simultaneous integration mode 43
OM * User-defined command definition 42
OP * Overpressure alarm setpoint 51
PA Pressure adder 61
PF Full-scale pressure 55
PI Pressure integration time (time-based) 36
PL * Overpressure indication setpoint 58
PM Pressure multiplier 61
PO Pressure transducer type 56
PR * Pressure integration time (period-based) 37
PS * P7 temperature measurement interval 31
SL Sleep mode enable / disable 48
SN Serial number 55
ST Sleep timeout 49
SU Data separation character enable/disable 53
T1 T1 coefficient 61
TC Timebase correction factor 62
TH Pressure measurement data rate 39
TI Temperature integration time (time-based) 37
TR * Temperature integration time (period-based) 37
TS * Time reference stamp enable/disable 59
TU Sensor temperature unit (oC/oF) 48
U0 U0 coefficient 61
UF User-defined unit factor 47
UL * Stored text to display on line 2 58
UM User-defined pressure unit label 54
UN Pressure unit 46
US Serial data unit suffix enable/disable 52
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VR Firmware version 55
XM Resolution mode 63
XN Number of significant digits 67
Y1 Y1 coefficient 61
ZE Set or read tare mode 49
ZI Tare serial indication enable/disable 53
ZL Tare lock 51
ZS Tare switch state 50
ZV Tare offset value 50
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Paroscientific, Inc.
4500 148th Avenue N.E.
Redmond, WA 98052 USA
Tel: (425) 883-8700 Document No.: 8819-001
Fax: (425) 867-5407 Rev: AB
Web: www.paroscientific.com Date: January 2016
E-mail: support@paroscientific.com © Paroscientific, Inc.

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Paroscientific, Inc.

Digiquartz® Pressure Instrumentation

Series 1000 / 6000 / 9000

Series 8000 Intelligent Depth Sensor

Model 715 Display

RS-232 / RS-485 Serial Interface Board

“The standard by which other standards are measured”

DOCUMENT NO. 8819-001

Please visit www.paroscientific.com

COPYRIGHT 2016 PAROSCIENTIFIC, INC.

2. Features and Functions 13

3. Installation and Quick Start 19

6. Nano-Resolution Features & Functions 63

7. Pressure Measurement Concepts 69

9. Using the Model 715 Display 79

10. I/O Lines 83

11. Connector and Wiring Diagrams 85

14. Pressure Unit Conversion Table 101

15. Command and Parameter Index 103

1.1 Latest Features

1.2 Conventions Used In This Manual

1.3 Warnings and Safety Precautions

1.4 Hardware Descriptions

1.4.1 Intelligent Transmitters (Series 1000 / 6000 / 9000)

1.4.2 Intelligent Depth Sensors (Series 8000)

1.4.3 Model 715 Display

2.1 Measurement Basics

2.2 Measurement Descriptions

INTERNAL SENSOR TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENTS

PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE PERIOD MEASUREMENTS

2.3 Measurement Modes

SEQUENTIAL INTEGRATION VS. SIMULTANEOUS INTEGRATION

FIGURE 2-1: Timing Diagram - Simultaneous vs.Sequental Integration

2.4 Sampling Types

2.6 Serial Data Output Modes

2.7 Power Management

2.8 Tare and Overpressure

2.10 RS-232 and RS-485 Serial Communications

2.11 Differences Between RS-232 and RS-485 Ports

2.13 Unit Identification

2.14 Model 715 Display

3.1.1 Pressure Ports and Buffer Tubes

3.1.2 Oil Filled vs. Non-Oil Filled Units

NON-OIL FILLED TRANSMITTERS

FOR DUAL RS-232 / RS-485

3.2.1 Connect Up the System

IF YOU HAVE THE POWER MODULE KIT:

3.2.2 Run Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3)

4.2 Serial and Power Connections

4.5 Command and Response Format

4.6.1 Digiquartz Interactive 3 (DQI3)

CONFIGURATION AND MONITORING SECTION

HOW TO USE DQI3

5.1 Enable Write Command

5.2 Serial Communications Commands

BR Set the baud rate.

ID Set the Unit ID. ID must be sent to the global ID 99.

5.3 Measurement Commands

5.3.1 Single Measurement Commands