M MegaTronXS
M MegaTronXS
Controller
Installation
Maintenance
Repair
Manual
Advantage Controls
4700 Harold Abitz Dr.
Muskogee, OK 74403
Phone: (800) 743-7431
Fax: (888) 686-6212
www.advantagecontrols.com 11/2023
E-mail: [email protected]
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MegaTronXS Controller
Instruction & Maintenance Manual
Table of Contents
Contents Page
I. Introduction.................................................................................. 3
Model Numbering........................................................................ 3
Description of Unit....................................................................... 3
II. Installation................................................................................... 4
Electrical Wiring........................................................................... 4
Wiring Diagrams.......................................................................... 5
Mounting Instructions.................................................................. 8
Electrode Installation................................................................... 8
A. Cooling Tower........................................................................ 8
B. Boiler.................................................................................... 10
III. Front Panel
Drawing..................................................................................... 12
Description................................................................................. 12
V. Menu Navigation....................................................................... 14
VI. Maintenance.............................................................................. 28
Electrode Cleaning Procedures................................................. 32
VII. Troubleshooting......................................................................... 29
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I. Introduction
The MegaTronXS microprocessor-based controllers are designed to provide a wide range of control functions
for recirculating water treatment systems. The controller is programmed through a front panel keypad and
can be configured to provide a customized control system for your application. Your particular unit’s functions
can be determined by comparing the units’ model number to the Model Numbering table listed below.
Model Numbering
MegaTronXS units have several base system control functions and unit optional features. Your unit may be
supplied with one or more of the features described in this manual. To determine what features apply to your
unit, check the model number label located on the controller enclosure.
Model numbers start XS followed by the System Control functions. A dash separates the whole unit options
listed after all base system control functions. Example: XSCPF3E-N4.
Notice: Your unit may not have all the features and functions described in this manual. This list represents
our most popular options, additional option codes are available. Consult a representative for more details.
Description of Unit
MegaTronXS controllers control a single recirculating water system including cooling tower and boiler
applications and may have various features depending on the model number.
Control Functions
Each of these control functions are based on an analog input from a probe and will include user settable relay
control settings along with a High and Low Alarm setting and Limit Timer. Each control function will include a
control relay output. When the reading reaches the Set Point the control relay is activated until the reading
changes by the Differential amount.
1. System Conductivity - The conductivity function of the controller is designed to monitor and
control Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) in a recirculating system like a cooling tower or boiler in terms
of electrical conductivity measured in MicroSiemens/cm. This control function is also referred to
as Bleed.
2. Make-up or Miscellaneous Conductivity -This conductivity with the probe installed in the fresh
make-up water line can be used to control the conductivity of the tower in terms of cycles of
concentration by calculating the difference between the make-up water’s conductivity and the
system’s conductivity. It can also be used to monitor another conductivity with no feed timers
associated with it.
3. pH - The pH function monitors and controls pH on a scale of 0-14 pH units.
4. ORP - The ORP function monitors and controls ORP on a scale of +/- 1000 mV.
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Chemical Feed Timers
Chemical feed timers are designed to automate the addition of various chemicals by activating a relay output.
Multiple timers can be supplied depending upon the model number and each timer will include a relay output.
All timers can be programmed to be one of the following types.
1. Pulse Time - Accepts pulses from a make-up water meter (supplied separately). It can accumulate
1-9,999 gallons before activating the timer to run.
2. Feed with Bleed - Activates the relay output simultaneously with the bleed and limits the amount
of time the relay output will be on during the bleed cycle.
3. Feed after Bleed - Activates the relay output based on a user defined percentage of time based
on the bleed off, another timer or digital input. The relay is activated after a bleed cycle and runs
for the set percentage of that bleed cycle.
4. Recycle - The relay is continuously repeating a defined OFF cycle time and a user defined ON
cycle time.
5. 28 Day - The timer is based on a 28-day cycle, with four independent programmable feed cycles
with prebleed and bleed lockout settings.
II. Installation
Electrical Wiring
The MegaTron XS controller has an internal regulated fused power supply that will operate off of 90 to 250
VAC at 47 to 63 Hz on the incoming wiring. Each output relay is individually protected with a replaceable fuse.
Relay outputs will equal incoming line voltage.
! CAUTION !
1. There are live circuits inside the controller even when the power switch on the front panel is in
the OFF position. Never open the front panel without first disconnecting power from the outlet.
Prewired controllers are supplied with an 8 foot, 18 AWG power cord with USA style plug. A #1
Phillips driver is required to open the front panel.
2. Low voltage signal wires (probes, flow switch, water meter, etc.) should never be run
in conduit with high voltage (like 115VAC) wires.
3. Never attempt to land connections to the controller without first disconnecting power from the outlet.
4. Do not block access to disconnect power during mounting and installation.
5. The controller should be connected to its own isolated circuit breaker, and for best
results, the ground should be a true earth ground, not shared. Any attempt to bypass the grounding
will compromise the safety of users and property.
6. The electrical installation of the controller must be performed by trained personnel only and
conform to all applicable National, State and Local codes.
7. Operation of this product in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may result in damage
to equipment or persons.
8. Avoid mounting in locations that expose the controller to direct sunlight, vapors, vibration,
liquid spills or extreme temperatures; less than 0°F (-17.8°C) or greater than 120°F (50°C).
EMI(electromagnetic interference) from radio transmissions and electric motors can also cause
damage or interference and should be avoided.
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NOTES:
1.
2. Units should be ordered with the appropriate option to provide powered relays designed for the
incoming/outgoing power.
Pre-Wired
Pre-wired units are supplied with a 16 AWG cable(s) with 3-wire grounded USA 115 volt plug for incoming
power and 3-wire grounded receptacle cords for all control relay outputs also 16 AWG.
Conduit
Conduit units are predrilled at the factory and supplied with conduit knockouts for easy hard wiring to supplied
detachable connectors on the relay card(s) located in the lower section of the controller. Remove the screws
of the lower panel for access.
NOTES:
1. Do not drill holes in the upper section of enclosure.
2. All relays provide a N.O. and N.C. output.
3. The control function that activates each relay output is pre-configured at the factory based on the
options selected. To change relay activation, see on page 24.
4. See page 34 for common bleed / blowdown valve wiring.
5. Refer to label inside lower panel cover for specific relay board configuration supplied.
6. Relays configured as “dry contact” should only have D.C. voltage ran through them. The GND
connection point replaces the NEU when configured for dry contact. (Example: Use GND and N.O.
! for a normally open dry contact relay output.)
WARNING: If jumpers are not configured for dry contact, line voltage will be supplied.
Rev N Relay Board
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to the board and small LED’s for each realy to indicate when the motherboard
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Relays R2 R5 Relays
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LED Relay
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Motherboard Connections
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4-20mA Output Card Wiring
A. Isolated Configuration
For isolated 4-20mA outputs, an external power source for the loop must be supplied. JP4 and JP5 on the
board must be jumpered for isolated, with an external power source supplied to the external VDC input. The
external power source must not exceed 24 volts DC.
B. Non-isolated Configuration
For non-isolated 4-20mA outputs, the controller will supply the power for the loop. JP4 and JP5 must be
jumpered for non-isolated, and no connections are made to the external VDC points.
NOTE: The power for the mA output loop is always provided by the controller with either isolated or non-
isolated configuration.
The 4-20mA input card requires that the external device sending the 4-20mA input signal(s) supply the power
for the loop. The external power source must not exceed 24 volts DC.
NOTE: Older green versions of the 4 input cards supply +12 VDC and ground on the voltage terminals, and
newer blue versions supply +12 and -12 VDC instead of ground on the “G” positions when configured for
non-isolated voltage (the standard configuration).
03-
mA as non-isolated as shown. IN8 + J5
03+
Outputs For isolated outputs
IN7 -
ISO
02- J4 and J5 jumpers mA outputs are
ISO
02+
01- as shown to here. IN6 - isolated. To be
isolated J4, J5, J6
ISO
01+ J4 IN6 +
and J8 must be set
IN5 -
External VEXT- as shown here.
IN5 + J4
VDC Input VEXT+
ISO
If J4 and J5 are set for isolated an
V-
J8
VEXT- VEXT- External
external DC voltage must be VEXT+ VEXT+
V- VDC Input
ISO
V- outputs. V- G
Voltage DC J8
V- Voltage G If J4, J5, J6 and J8
Connections V+
ISO
LED LED
NOTE: Units with only mA outputs may be provided with a card that has the four outputs at the
bottom of the card or the top of the card, depending on version used.
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Mounting Instructions
Select a mounting location that provides the operator easy access to the unit and a clear view of the
controls through the cover of the controller. The location should be convenient to grounded electrical
connections, the needed sample line plumbing, and should be on a stable vertical surface.
Electrode Installation
MegaTronXS controllers may come configured for various circulating water systems. Listed below are
instructions for typical cooling tower and boiler installations. Your specific installation requirements may
differ, but should conform to these instructions as much as possible for proper operation.
A. Cooling Tower
The standard probe(s) and/or flow assembly for cooling tower installations is constructed of schedule
80 PVC and supplied with 3/4” slip fittings for installing into a sample line. To ensure proper operation,
the sample line must have a flow rate of 3-10 gpm. Inlet pressure must be higher than outlet pressure in
order for water to flow past the electrode(s) to achieve the required rate. The probes are temperature
compensated for increased accuracy.
NOTES:
1. Install an isolation valve on either side of the flow assembly so electrodes can be
easily isolated for removal and cleaning.
2. A line strainer is recommended upstream from the probes to protect against fouling
and damage.
3. Mount pH or ORP electrodes vertically.
4. Green solution reference wire must be connected to either pH or ORP sensor. If both
pH & ORP are present on the system card, only one solution reference connection is
needed.
5. Systems with a flow switch require a 2-3 gpm flow rate to operate outputs.
WARNINGS:
1. Electrodes are O-ring sealed, which if damaged will cause a leak.
2. Do not allow pH sensor tips to dry out, damage will occur.
3. Do not exceed a water temperature range of 32°F-140°F (0°C-60°C).
4. Do not exceed a maximum pressure of 125 psi (8.62 bar).
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Typical Cooling Tower Installation Diagram
COOLING TOWER
1 6
2 7
3 8
4 9
5 0
SET UP
ENTER HOME
RUN
BLOWDOWN
CANCEL HELP BACK
BLEED VALVE
MAKE-UP
WATERMETER TO DRAIN
TFS-C
FS-0C
1A9A000262 TFS-OC
E-30-PH
OR
pH Probe
PE-21 FS-T
-or-
OE-21
ORP Probe
PE-NUT
FS-B1-SP
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B. Boiler
Standard boiler electrodes have a MNPT stainless steel bushing and are supplied with a FNPT cross
designed for mounting in the skimmer (surface) blowdown line. Sampling of the boiler’s water can be
achieved using one of two typical plumbing configurations (continuous sampling or timed and/or sample
& hold). For a successful installation, it is critical to observe the recommended distances and pipe sizes
provided in the installation drawings.
For the best results, the electrode cross should be mounted in a 1” skimmer blowdown line within 4’ of
the boiler. Smaller line sizes and greater distances may affect the response time and accuracy of the
electrode. A flow-throttling device downstream from the probe (within 24 inches) is required to ensure that
the electrode is exposed to water and not steam. Properly installed and adjusted, this device will prevent
flashing in the electrode chamber.
NOTES:
1. Install a fully ported type of valve between the electrode and the boiler. This allows
the electrode to be isolated for removal and cleaning.
2. A flushing line and 1/4 turn type ball valve should be installed in the bottom
of the cross to periodically “flush” sediment from the electrode chamber.
3. Make sure the alignment arrows on the probe end up parallel to the flow for
best performance.
WARNINGS:
1. The probe must be fully immersed in the system water to read correctly.
Steam flashing will result in incorrect readings.
2. Do not exceed a maximum water temperature of 436°F (224°C)
3. Do not exceed a maximum pressure of 350 psi (24.1 bar)
4. A throttling device must be installed downstream from the electrode.
Wiring Note: BE-4RTD probes require a 6-conductor cable from controller to probe, BE-32 probes only
require a 2-conductor cable.
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Typical Continuous Sampling Installation
Fully ported
1
2
6
7
Throttling device gate or ball valve
3 8
4 9
5 0
SET UP
ENTER HOME
RUN
1" Continuous
CANCEL HELP BACK
! Warning - Do not use on bottom blowdown lines, only continuous or surface blowdown lines.
Throttling device
3 8
4 9
5 0
1" Continuous
blow down line
Fully ported
gate or ball
valve
Electrically actuated
blow down valve
! Warning - Do not use on bottom blowdown lines, only continuous or surface blowdown lines.
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III. Front Panel Description
1 6
ACI MEGATRON
5 0
SET UP
ENTER HOME
RUN
NUMBER Keys- Used to enter new values in the SET UP mode and to access desired sub menus.
LEFT/RIGHT - Used to cycle through text or setting options to find desired setting.
SET UP/RUN - System initializes into RUN mode. Press this key to put the controller in SET UP
Mode and see HOME menu page.
BACK - Used to go back to last menu screen viewed or clear values keyed in that are not
wanted.
The bottom right box in the RUN screen mode is a hot key that will take you directly to a particular menu
screen. The default is the RELAY status menu, but this can be changed by navigating to the desired
screen and pressing the HELP button. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the new hot key location.
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IV. System Operation Overview
Operation
RUN - This mode is for normal operation. In the RUN mode the display will show each system’s parameters.
If an alarm is present, the ALARM box will flash how many alarms are activated. No settings may be entered
or changed in the RUN mode. Readings are updated every 6 seconds on the screen while in the RUN mode.
Note: Conductivity readings from timed sampling or sample and hold systems (typically boilers) are only
updated at the end of a sampling period. Press the #2 key to force a sample and updated reading while in
the RUN screen.
SET-UP - This mode is used to adjust settings and readings on the controller. To access the SET UP mode
from the RUN screen, press the SETUP/RUN key.
Complete all installation steps before beginning this procedure. Ensure that all controlled devices (pumps,
solenoid valves, etc.) are operational and connected to the controller. Open the isolation valves to allow water
to pass through the sample stream assembly. Before beginning the startup procedure, familiarize yourself
with the programming and operation of the system by reviewing the menus available. Use the keys of the
controller to skim through all your options.
A. Calibration
All MegaTronXS controllers are factory calibrated for temperature, conductivity, pH and ORP. All units are
shipped with the date preset, and the clock set to your current time. These readings and settings should be
verified for accuracy and adjusted as per the instructions listed below.
1. Conductivity - To calibrate the conductivity reading, remove the electrode from the line and wipe the
flat surface with a clean cloth. Re-install the electrode and open the isolation valves to allow a sample
across the probe. Be sure to allow the reading to stabilize for one minute. Select “SYSTEM COND” from
the “CALIBRATION” menu. Then key in the corrected conductivity value. Press ENTER to log in that
reading.
Note: Boiler probes must have a fresh hot sample. See page 16 for more details.
2. pH - Under normal operating conditions, pH calibration is achieved using the following steps. From
the “CALIBRATION” menu, select “SYSTEM PH.” Enter the correct pH value. Press ENTER to log in the
new reading.
3. ORP - To calibrate ORP, from the CALIBRATION menu, select “SYSTEM ORP”. Compare the displayed
reading to the actual system ORP. If these readings do not match, key in the correct ORP value, and
push ENTER.
There are limits to how much the calibration can be adjusted. The instrument will only accept new conductivity
values which are from 1/3 to 8x the present reading. Any entry outside this range will cause a default to the
original reading. If this happens, call 1-918-686-6211 for technical assistance.
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V. Menu Navigation
To access the menus, press the Set Up / Run key on the front panel. This takes you to the Home menu.
MegaTronXS controller’s menus are easily navigated by pressing the associated number key next to a menu
box on the screen. Once you have stepped through the sub menus to reach a point at which a value or
selection is made, a Pop-up window will appear, prompting you to enter a desired value or selection.
NOTE: When entering new numeric values, enter all available digits (characters).
1. Home Menu
>HOME SETUP< From the HOME menu select the desired menu.
The menu name explains what parameters can be
SETPOINTS DATE/TIME programmed in the menu.
CALIBRATION CONFIGURE
TIMERS HISTORY
CUSTOMIZE WATER METER
ALARMS RELAYS
SET POINTS - Setting control set points for conductivity, temperature, pH and ORP.
CALIBRATION - Calibrating conductivity, temperature, pH and ORP if present.
TIMERS - Menu for selecting type and settings for all present feed timers.
CUSTOMIZE - Giving the controller, each system, and all relays a user defined name.
ALARMS - View current alarms.
DAY/TIME - Menu for setting date and time.
CONFIGURE - Menus for configuring passwords, relay activations, setting history interval, flow
switch, contrast, temperature scale.
HISTORY - Allows for view history on board in a graph form.
WATER METER - Menu for configuring water meter totalizing.
RELAYS - Menu for resetting accumulated “ON” times and manual relay activation.
2. Set Points
The same basic format is used for defining each available analog probe input’s control parameters. Boiler
conductivity systems will also have an additional menu step for programming the sampling method desired
from continuous, timed or sample and hold.
SET POINTS - For setting the relay set points for the
>SYSTEM 1 SET POINTS<
available analog probe readings such as conductivity,
SYSTEM COND mA OUT pH, ORP, or temperature.
SYSTEM TEMP mA IN
SYSTEM pH AUX INPUTS
SYSTEM ORP
NOTE: In the Setpoint pop-up screen, the direction (Rising or Falling) of the setpoint can also be set. Rising
setpoints will activate the control relay when the probe reading rises above the setpoint, and will stay activated
until the reading comes down by the amount of the differential. If set for Falling, the relay is activated when
the probe reading falls below the setpoint, and stays on until the probe reading comes back up by the amount
of the differential.
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2.1 Set Point Options
Note: Each alarm value can also be set up to be displayed or not on the front screen, as well as remotely
notified or not, if connected to the WebAdvantage server.
Note: If continuous is selected the standard settings are used for system conductivity and the
miscellaneous conductivity (labeled M COND) is the set points menus.
2.3 pH
The pH set point settings follow the same format as shown above in section 2.1.
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2.4 ORP
The ORP set point settings follow the same format as shown above in section 2.1 and 2.3.
Conductivity on boiler systems can be configured for Timed Sampling, Sample and Hold, or Continuous, for
the conductivity sampling method.
Timed sampling incorporates a sample timer which allows the boiler to be sampled at periodic intervals.
Sample intervals are adjustable from 1 minute to 99 hours, 59 min. Sample duration (on-time) is adjustable
from 1 second to 99 minutes, 59 seconds.
Sample and hold uses a sample timer for periodic sampling intervals. The unit will sample for its duration
and then hold the blowdown valve closed for a settable period (hold time). The conductivity is checked at
the end of the hold period; if additional blowdown is required, the blowdown valve is held open for a preset
amount of time (blowdown time). Then the sample cycle is repeated.
Pulse Sample allows the use of a defined “pulse” type feed timer to initiate a sample based on make-up
water instead of the sample interval timer.
Continuous sample has a sample of boiler or condensate water go past the probe continuously. If the
reading is above the set point, blowdown will continue until the set point has been satisfied.
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2.6 Aux Inputs
Auxiliary inputs are the digital inputs for optional Flow Switch and other digital inputs such as low drum level
alarms. From these menus the user can set if they want each of the alarms Displayed, Remote Notification,
both, or none.
Units with a 4-20mA output option will have a menu for setting up the 4-20mA output. The 4mA and 20mA
values can be defined by giving the output proportioning capability, i.e., 4mA = a pH of 6.0 and 20mA = a pH
of 8.0.
3. Calibration
Calibration is for adjusting the displayed value of a probes reading to match your tester or known solution.
Pick the system or mA input first. From a particular system pick the probe to calibrate.
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3.1 Conductivity Calibration
NOTE: In the calibration pop-up window, the raw analog-to-digital (A/D) value will be displayed. A new
calibration value should only be entered when the probe is sensing a stable A/D value. If the system is a
boiler, the associated relay can be forced on in the pop-up to allow for a fresh hot sample. Boiler probes
should have fresh hot water blown past them for a minimum of 2 minutes before calibrating. The A/D reading
has a range of 0 to 32,767. If it is at one end of the range or the other when trying to calibrate,
something is wrong with the probe or wire run.
>SYSTEM 1 pH CALIBRATION< 1 POINT - With a clean probe on-line seeing the system’s
water enter the known (tested from a calibrated hand-
1 POINT CAL held tester) value.
2 POINT CAL 2 POINT - Enter a known Low value with a clean probe
in a buffer solution. Then enter a known High value with
the clean probe in a buffer.
Notes: 1. Probes must be rinsed between buffers when doing a 2 Point calibration and given at least
30 seconds in solution to adjust to the buffer.
2. There must be at least 2 full pH points between buffer solutions. Using a buffer of 4 and 10
is the best procedure. ORP buffers should be at least 200 points apart.
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3.4 4-20mA Input Calibration
4-20mA inputs can be calibrated to ensure that the input seen by the controller from the external device
matches. It also allows for setting the 4-20mA input into a number range that relates to the value being read.
The 20mA and 4mA values are where the controller’s raw analog-to-digital value is adjusted to match a
20mA (full scale) and 4mA (bottom of scale) signal from the external device inputting the 4-20mA input. The
external device must be connected to the controller and showing either full-scale or bottom-of-scale when
calibrating each. The number shown along with either the 20mA or 4mA while calibrating is the raw A/D value
and is only a reference. A 20mA input should be around 5,500, and 4mA around 1,100. If the A/D numbers
are not in this range, check the input device.
The MAX and LOW calibration inputs are for telling the controller what to display for a 20mA input and a 4mA
input. For example, if the input is a drum level sensor monitoring a 55-gallon drum, the value for MAX should
be 55, and LOW should be 0. The controller then displays a number automatically ranging between 55 and
0 based on the input value. The units of measure (gallons for example) are set in the Customize menu from
the Home page.
OFFSET - Changes the current displayed value of the 4-20mA input reading to allow for a manual 1pt
calibration of the displayed value.
FACTORY DEFAULT - If the 20mA or 4mA calibration has been incorrectly set (not at 4 or 20) this will reset
the settings back to a factory value for 4 and 20.
4. Timers
A unit may have up to 5 selectable timers for each system on a controller. All timers are associated with their
system, so for a % of post bleed timer looks at the bleed of that system.
>SYSTEM 1 TIMERS< TIMERS - Select the type (28-day, pulse, limit, percent,
recycle, percent of post bleed, or other event) as well
TIMER 1 as the run times of each timer available per system.
TIMER 2
TIMER 3
TIMER 4
TIMER 5
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4.1 Timer Type Selection
A pop-up screen lets you scroll through the various timer types available.
Each timer type selected will have its own unique Set Up
>SYSTEM 1 TIMER 1 SET UP<
sub menu with additional selections specific to the type
TIMER TYPE: PULSE of timer selected. The page displayed before entering
GALLONS: 10 the Set Up menu of a timer provides an overall review
RUN TIME (MM:SS): 01:00
INPUT: WATER METER 1 of the timer’s current settings.
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4.5 Post Bleed Timer
Each 28-day timer has Program 1-4 for programming the various feed times. While the programming steps
for four programs are the same, each can have its own independent settings.
NOTE: ORP lock is only for systems with the ORP function. If interlocked the ORP set point will switch to
the 2nd setpoint for control during the timer’s programmed RUN time. The feed device must be connected
to a relay activated by the ORP setpoint/control function.
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5. Customize
This menu allows the user to define the on-screen name of the unit plus the name of each system and relay.
The user can also setup the Notepad for each system and 4-20mA Input’s name and unit of measurement.
NOTE: When entering values for custom names, use the numerical keys for numbers and the up / down
arrows to scroll through all the characters of a keyboard. Press the right arrow to advance the curser after
setting a desired value. Press the Help button to place the last-entered character into the new cursor space
to speed up the process. The Help button will also jump advance through the characters.
5.1 Notepad
The Notepad function allows the user to set up a customized manually entered data field for each system with
ten notepad items. The NOTEPAD is ideal for setting up and storing into the controller’s history the items
typically tested for reporting a service call. The Notepad items come with no names but when an individual
note is selected a menu for setting it appears.
>NOTEPAD SYS 1 NOTE 1< NAME - Pick from a list of defined names or customize
your own.
NAME NUMBER - Set the number range.
NUMBER UNITS - Set the units of measurement.
UNITS ALARMS - Set Hi/Low alarm points and how frequently
ALARMS a new value is expected to be manually entered via the
History menu.
5.2 mA Inputs
5.3 pH Index
If the controller has the pH index option (must have pH control) user can select LSI or RSI indexing. The
controller will automatically set some Notepad entries for manually inputting needed data to perform the
calculation which will be displayed in the RUN screens.
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5.4 Run Screen
6. Alarms
>SET DATE AND TIMES< DATE AND TIME - For setting the date, time, day and
week on the controller.
SET DATE
SET TIME
SET DAY
SET WEEK
Friday May 14, 2005 03:04:56
8. Configure
Provides access to menus to set-up passwords, relay activation, temp scale, display contrast, flow switch,
inputs, history time stamps, factory set-up and system information.
8.1 Password
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8.2 Relays
Additional relay logic is available with up to 3 additional Activators, and up to 4 Disablers, allowing
multiple functions to activate the same relay, and multiple functions to prevent the relay from coming on.
There is also a Daily Max amount of time that a relay can be on. If a relay is on for the max amount, it does
not let the relay come on anymore that day (a 24-hour clock is used for the day with midnight being the start
of the day). The Delay setting is the amount of time a control function must come on before the relay will
react and activate. This is to prevent a relay from chattering on/off if a reading is bouncing around the set
point or alarm.
8.3 History
This menu is used to set the history “time stamp” interval, the water meter daily history starting hour, the
alarm delay period and the USB history save format.
This menu allows the user to select if a flow switch signal will represent a flowing condition when a “closed”
or “open” signal is seen for each system’s flow switch input. Users can also select if timers can work always
or only with flow.
8.5 Contrast
This menu is used to adjust the contrast of the display.
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8.7 Network
The Network menu is used when a controller is being remotely communicated with either a local network
connection or over the internet on the WebAdvantage server.
GATEWAY RESET Note: The Network card must be RESET after making any
SERVER changes to Network setting to save changes and reset
HTTP LOCAL communications.
System information will identify the version of firmware installed in the controller along with the controller’s
serial number.
9. History
The onboard history allows for viewing the history of the probe readings, relay activations, key-pad activity,
calibrations, water meter hourly and daily logs and alarms for each system present. It is also where Notepad
data is entered and reviewed. An initial overview page is displayed showing your current sample interval, the
calculated number of days the unit can keep probe history for before losing the oldest. The number of sensor
samples and relay/alarm events and Notepad entries currently stored is also displayed.
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9.2 Notepad Entries
>NOTEPAD: SYS 1 NOTE 1< The Notepad section under History is where the user goes
ENTER VALUE Total Hardness to enter new values for the customized notepad items.
Each individual notepad item’s manually entered entries
LOG 8 Entries are stored in the unit’s history and can be reviewed in log or
GRAPH graph form after 4 or more values have been entered.
517.2 Hrs to Alarm
The water meter history allows the user to review both water meter one and two of a particular system in both an hourly
format (for the past 24 hours) or a daily format for the past 60 days. If an evaporation calculation is being kept, a daily
history of this value is also available.
Each system with a timer on it will have two water meter inputs. Each of these can have the incoming contact defined,
allowing the controller to keep track of water usage. If desired, the controller can calculate evaporation loss by subtracting
the difference between a system’s two water meter inputs.
>SYS1 WATER METER 1< CONTACT VALUE - Defines the numerical value for a
contact, i.e., 10.
TOTAL VALUE: 0280500.0 GALLONS CONTACT UNIT - Defines the units of measurement for a
FLOW RATE: 000.0 GALLONS/MIN contact, i.e., Gallons / Contact
CONTACT VALUE: 0010.0 GAL/CONTACT RESET TOTAL - Resets the totalizer count.
CONTACT VALUE DEBOUNCE EVAP CALC - Defines which way to subtract the 2 water
CONTACT UNIT meter inputs for an evaporation value.
RESET TOTAL EVAP CALC DEBOUNCE - An additional amount of time the input will
wait before accepting another water meter contact to reduce
false contacts from a chattering read switch.
MegaTron XS controllers with “W” option may have 1-4 auxiliary flowmeter inputs. These additional inputs are for
tracking various flow meter devices (additional water meters or flowmeters in a metering pump’s discharge tubing).
They can also be linked to a system’s water meter input for additional tracking and alarm capabilities including: bleed
flow/no flow, exceeding too much flow in a 12- or 24-hour period. Units with Auxiliary Flow meter inputs have a Home
menu selection for Totalizers. The Totalizer menu has selections for each of the System Water Meters plus one named
Aux Meters.
AUX METERS
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10.2a Aux Meter Review
A review screen of the current settings is provided with a selection for the Tracking method and the Settings.
>FLOW METER 1< SETTINGS - Access the various settings for the flow meter.
TOTAL VALUE: 9966.0 ML
FLOW RATE: 0.0 ML/MIN TRACKING - Provides a pop-up screen to select either
CONTACT VALUE: 0.33 ML/CONTACT FloTracker or Rate and Volume tracking.
LAST RESET ON: 08/25/2006
VOLUME ALARM: 1000 LITERS (24 HOURS) NOTE: Select FloTracker if the aux meter is a FloTracker.
ALARM NOTIFY: (DISPLAY)
VOLUME: 0.0 LITERS Select Rate and Volume if tracking a water meter or other
VERIFY ALARM: 100 SEC (DISPLAY) batch flow device.
RELAY LINK: SYS1 TIMER3
SETTINGS TRACKING
VERIFY ALARM - If a flow meter is linked to a control relay the controller will give an alarm if it does not receive a
contact or pulse from the aux meter within the amount of time defined or if it gets a contact when the relay is not on.
RELAY LINK - The relay link informs the aux meter input is relevant to the control function that the selected relay is
being driven by. For example, if the aux flow meter is a metering pump’s FloTracker, then it should be linked to the relay
that is driven by the feed timer that pump will be controlled by. If the aux meter is going to be linked to a water meter in
a bleed off line, then it should be linked to the relay that is controlling the bleed off valve.
VOLUME ALARM - If FloTracker has been selected as the Tracking method, an alarm will occur when the defined
VOLUME USED has passed through the flow device.
Note: If Rate and Volume tracking has been selected, an alarm will occur if the defined MAX VOLUME amount is
measured within the defined TIME CYCLE, which can be a 12-or-24-hour period.
METER LINK – This selection only shows if the tracking method is Rate and Volume and tells the auxiliary flowmeter
input to get its signals from one of the system water meters already wired to the controller’s water meter inputs. If this
is selected, no wiring to the auxiliary input is required and the PULSE VALUE and UNITS settings are auto populated
from the water meter’s settings.
11. Relays
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>RELAY STATUS< In the STATUS view the accumulated ON time is shown
R01: ON 006:30:30 along with the main activator, custom name, and current
SYS1 COND BLEED status:
R02: OFF 008:56:35 ON = Relay on by relay activators
SYS1 pH OFF = Relay off by normal logic
R03: OFF-T 011:00:10
SYS1 TIMER1 INH OFF-T = Relay off for daily max
R04: OFF 007:00:00 OFF-D = Relay off for relay disabler
SYS1 TIMER2 BIO1 ON-A = Relay activated by activator other than main action
R05: OFF 008:10:30 H-ON = Relay manually forced on
SYS1 TIMER3 BIO2 H-OFF = Relay manually forced off
VI. Maintenance
The only required maintenance for normal, uninterrupted operation of your MegaTronXS controller is cleaning of the
electrode(s). After initial startup, it is a good idea to clean the electrode frequently until a schedule based on need has
been developed. Since each application is unique, it is difficult to estimate the required frequency of cleaning. The first
cleaning should take place after about one week of the system being online.
To determine the required cleaning frequency, record the reading on the controller before the electrode is removed for
cleaning. After cleaning, record the new reading. If a change is observed in the two readings, the electrode is dirty.
The more significant the change, the dirtier the electrode. If no change occurs, cleaning needs to be done less often.
Many times, an electrode can appear to be clean, but the unit still cannot be calibrated. If this is the case, use one of
the more aggressive electrode cleaning procedures listed in step 4 above. Recheck the calibration after completion of
this procedure. If no change was observed in the reading, replace the electrode. If a change occurs but the unit still will
not calibrate, repeat procedure as many times as necessary.
Slow response or non-reproducible measurements are signs that the electrode has become coated or clogged. The pH
glass is susceptible to mounting by many substances. The speed of response, normally 95% of the reading in less than
10 seconds, is dramatically degraded when the pH glass is coated.
To restore the speed of response for a pH electrode, clean the bulb with a high-quality detergent, methyl alcohol or other
suitable solvent using a Q-tip. Rinse well with distilled water and retest. If the electrode now responds, but erratically,
soak the sensor in 0.1 Molar HCl for 5 minutes. Remove and rinse with water and place in 0.1 Molar NaOH for 5
minutes. Remove, rinse again and then place the sensor in pH 4. buffer for 10 minutes before use.
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VII. Troubleshooting
The MegaTronXS controller has been designed for many years of trouble-free operation. Should a problem occur, refer
to the following chart to help identify the problem. If replacement is required, follow the procedures listed in the Warranty
and Factory Service portion of this manual.
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VIII. Advantage Controls’ Product Warranty
Advantage Controls warrants control systems of its manufacture to be free of defects in material or workmanship.
Liability under this policy extends for 24 months from the date of installation. Liability is limited to repair or replacement
of any failed equipment or part proven defective in material or workmanship upon manufacturer’s examination. Removal
and installation costs are not included under this warranty. Manufacturer’s liability shall never exceed the selling price
of equipment or part in question.
Advantage disclaims all liability for damage by its products caused by improper installation, maintenance, use, or
attempts to operate products beyond their intended functionality, intentionally or otherwise, or any unauthorized repair.
Advantage is not responsible for damages, injuries or expenses incurred through the use of its products.
The above warranty is in lieu of other warranties, either expressed or implied. No agent of ours is authorized to provide
any warranty other than the above.
Advantage Controls maintains a unique factory exchange program to ensure uninterrupted service with minimum
downtime. If your controller malfunctions, call 1(918)-686-6211, provide our technician with Model and Serial Number
information. If they are unable to diagnose and solve your problem over the phone, a fully warranted replacement will
be shipped, usually within 48 hours, on a 30-Day Billing Memo.
This service requires a purchase order, and the replacement is billed to your regular account for payment.
The replacement will be billed at the current list price for that model less any applicable resale discount. Upon return of
your old panel, credit will be issued to your account at either 100% if your unit is in warranty or at 50% if your unit was
out of warranty. The exchange covers only the panel. Electrode and enclosure are not included.
FCC Warning
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict
accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction, may cause interference to radio communications. It has been type-
tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A computing device pursuant to subpart J of part 15 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial or
industrial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the
user, at his own expense, will be required to take whatever measures necessary to correct the interference.
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MegaTron Quick Steps
3 ALARMS! DR RELAYS
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without header row
Step 3:
Push the SET UP RUN button to get this screen. From
here push CONFIGURE (Button 7) to go to the next
screen.
Sample Log Data “log.txt” files
>HOME SETUP<
SETPOINTS DATE/TIME
To change formats, see Step 2. CALIBRATION CONFIGURE
TIMERS HISTORY
CUSTOMIZE WATER METER
ALARMS RELAYS
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MegaTron Quick Steps
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MegaTron Quick Steps
The XS has the ability to copy the User Settings 3 ALARMS! DR RELAYS
from one XS to another. This process is referred to Friday, February 6, 2015 15:50:47 Wk1
as cloning.
The User Data will be loaded into the XS from the
1
2
3
6
7
8
1
2
3
6
7
8
1
2
3
6
7
8 USB drive. Once the pop-up window closes, cloning
has been completed.
4 9 4 9 4 9
5 0 5 0 5 0
SET UP SET UP SET UP
ENTER HOME ENTER HOME ENTER HOME
RUN RUN RUN
Notes:
• Not all customized names will be cloned.
Step 1: • If you have trouble reading clone files, insure
With the controller powered up, plug the USB drive that the XS you are cloning has current
into the XS USB port. The USB DRIVE DETECTED firmware.
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Common boiler blowdown valve connections
N.O.
GND
COM
COM
N.O.
N.C.
SOLENOID
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1
MOTORIZED
BALL
VALVE M
M N.O
CO
N.C
11 2
LIMIT SWITCH MBWA 1075
MBWB 1036
COM
N.O.
N.C.
N.C.
N.O.
COM
1
1
2
3
3
4
2
5
6
7
8
9
COM (1 - WHITE)
10
N.O. (2 - BLACK)
GND ( - GREEN)
11
12
SOLENOID VALVE
(TOP VIEW)
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LD2 System 4-20mA Comm Card
Aux Flow Inputs
+5
Open Input 1
Wiring for Slot Slot Slot
Input 2
Input 3
Battery
manual for +12
+12
additional +5
+5
information
d) -12
oun
( gr
C K
-12
+12
+5
+5
(+
D
RE
Input 1 -
Input 1 +
LED
BROWN (-4-20)
ORANGE (+4-20)
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Pyxis STA-500 Sensors System 4-20mA Comm Card
Aux Flow Inputs
+5
Open Input 1
Wiring for Slot Slot Slot
Input 2
Input 3
Battery
full manual for +12
+12
additional +5
+5
information C
VD
12
( -)
A CK
BL DC
-12
+12
+5
+5 Input 1 -
Input 1 +
LED
GREEN (-4-20)
WHITE (+4-20)
-12
+12
+12
+5
+5
MegaTron Red
XS Megatron Main, Rev.
LED
+5 VDC Red Cable
Red
Conductivity Black White Ground
Temperature Green Water Meter 2
Black Water Meter 1
White
ORP Red
LED
ORP Black
pH Black
pH Red
Ground 36
Drum Level 5
Pyxis STA Dual Output Aux Flow Inputs
Sensors:
+5
System Open 4-20mA Comm Card
Slot Slot Slot Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
VDC Output Gnd
- 588 Tagged Polymer & PTSA Connections Gnd
Gnd
- FCLSS Free Chlorine & pH (765) Gnd
-12
- CLOSS Chlorine Dioxide & pH (765) -12
Battery
+12
- 772TP Dissolved Oxygen & temp +12
+5
+5
C
Wiring for VD
) 12
MegaTron XS N
(-
OW
BR C
VD
-12
+12
full manual for
+5
+5
additional Input 2 -
Input 2 +
information PINK (+4-20) Input 1 -
Input 1 +
GRAY (-4-20)
WHITE (+4-20)
Jumper between Input 1 -
and Input 2 -
Controller Wiring
Wire Color 588 FCLSS & CLOSS** 772TP
Red 12 VDC + 12 VDC + 12 VDC +
Brown 12 VDC - 12 VDC - 12 VDC -
White Polymer 4-20mA+ Oxidizer 4-20mA+ DO 4-20mA+
Pink PTSA 4-20mA+ pH 4-20mA+ Temp 4-20mA+
Gray* 4-20mA - 4-20mA - 4-20mA -
Blue RS-485 A RS-485 A RS-485 A
Yellow RS-485 B RS-485 B RS-485 B
Green RS-485 C, ground ground ground
Controller Settings
Sensor Name Units #-Units MIN MAX
588 #1 Poly PPM XX.XX 00.00 20.00
588 #2 PTSA PPB XXXX.X 000.0 200.0
FCLSS #1 FCL2 PPM X.XXX 0.000 5.000
FCLSS #2 pH XX.XX 00.00 14.00
CLOSS #1 CLO2 PPM X.XXX 0.000 5.000
CLOSS #2 pH XX.XX 00.00 14.00
772TP #1 DO PPM XX.XX 00.00 20.00
772TP #2 Temp F XXXX.X 032.0 122.0
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Pyxis STA-525 series sensors
Wiring for
MegaTrons
Jumper Block
Note: Refer to
Display Interface
full manual for Spare Power
additional
information
-12
+12
+5
+5
+12
-12
Power to display
BLACK ( - ) 12 VDC
Pyxis changed the
wiring on the 525 LED
Cable
series of sensors
GND
Wiring for STA-525 (and H) sensors serial numbers greater than 220011
Wiring for STA-525SS sensor serial numbers greater than 210086
+12
+12
+5
+5
C
VD
2
)1
(-
C
AC
VD
BL
12 LED
) Cable
(+
-12
+12
+5
+5
ED
R
Input 1 -
Input 1 +
WHITE (+4-20)
LED
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CABLE-7P-2A
Wiring a Nano-M to a
MegaTronXS, or
*Other Building Management System
-12
+12
+12
+5
+5
BLACK (ground)
Input 1 -
Input 1 +
RED
LED
*Or to other Conductivity
Water Flow Contrast
Meter Meter
Building
Management
System - -
Red
Black
White
Green
+
+
OFF
ON
5 4 3 2
1
Nano-M
Motherboard
Ground - Black
Hot - Red
Corrosion 4-20mA
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