ZDYG-2088-01QX Turbidity Sensor

Operation Manual
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Product Specifications............................................................................................................... 1

Chapter 2 Product Overview...................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 Product Information........................................................................................................................2

2.2 Safety Information..........................................................................................................................2

Chapter 3 Installation..................................................................................................................................3

3.1 Installation of Sensors.................................................................................................................... 3

3.2 Connection of Sensor..................................................................................................................... 6

Chapter 4 Interface and Operation............................................................................................................6

4.1 User Interface................................................................................................................................. 6

4.2 Parameter Setting............................................................................................................................6

Chapter 5 Calibration of Sensor.................................................................................................................7

Chapter 6 Communication Protocol.......................................................................................................... 9

Chapter7 Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 11

7.1 Sensor Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 11

7.2 Inspection on the Damage of Sensor............................................................................................ 12

7.3 Sensor Blade Replacement........................................................................................................... 12

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Chapter 1 Product Specifications

Specifications Details

Size Diameter 60mm* Length 256mm

Weight 1.65 KG

Main Body:SUS316L (Ordinary Version),

Main Materials Upper and Lower Cover：PVC
Cable: PVC

Waterproof Rate IP68/NEMA6P

Repeatability ±2%

Resolution Ratio 0.01~0.1NTU， It depends on different range

Measurement Range 0.01-100 NTU 、0.01－4000 NTU

Less than ± 2% of the measured value, or ± 0.1 NTU Maximax

Indication Resolution
criterion

Pressure Range ≤0.4Mpa

Flow velocity ≤2.5m/s、8.2ft/s

Environment
0~45℃
Temperature

Calibration Sample Calibration, Slope Calibration

Cable Length Standard 10-Meter Cable, Max Length: 100 Meters

Power Supply 12 VDC

communication protocol MODBUS RS485

External Dimension:

Table 1 Specifications of Turbidity Sensor

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Chapter 2 Product Overview

2.1 Product Information
The sensor, based on the infrared absorption scattered light method and combined with the
application of ISO7027 method, can guarantee the continuous and accurate detection of turbidity. Based
on ISO7027, infrared double scattering light technology will not be affected by chroma for the
measurement of turbidity value. According to the usage environment, self-cleaning function can be
equipped with. It assures the stability of data and reliability of performance; with the built-in
self-diagnosis function, it can make sure the accurate data be delivered; besides, the installation and
calibration is quite simple.
The product is widely used in sewage plant, water plant, water station, surface water, farming,
industry and other fields.

2.2 Safety Information

Please read this manual completely before opening the package, installing or using. Otherwise it may
cause personal injury to the operator, or cause damage to equipment.

Warning labels
Please read all labels and signs on the instrument, and comply with the security label instructions,
otherwise it may cause personal injury or equipment damage.
When this symbol appears in the instrument, please refer to the operation or safety information in
the reference manual.
While this symbol indicates an electric shock or risk of death from electric shock.
Please read this manual completely. Pay particular attention to some notes or warnings, etc. To
ensure that the protective measures provided by the equipment are not destroyed.

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Chapter 3 Installation
3.1 Installation of Sensors
3.1.1Quick Dismantling pool side fixed installation

Figure 1 Quick Dismantling pool side installation sketch map

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3.1.2 Classic pool side fixed installation

Figure 2 Classic pool side fixed installation sketch map

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3.1.3 Railing fixed installation

Figure 3 Railing fixed installation sketch map

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3.2 Connection of Sensor

The sensor should be correctly connected by the following definition of wire core:

Serial No. 1 2 3 4

Sensor Cable Brown Black Blue White

Signal +12VDC AGND RS485 A RS485 B

Chapter 4 Interface and Operation

4.1 User Interface
The sensor is connected to the computer using RS485 to USB, and then use Modbus Poll to connect
Note: Modbus Poll software is a general software that can be downloaded online.

4.2 Parameter Setting

1．Click "Setup" on the menu bar, select "Read / Write Definition", and then click "OK" according
to the parameters shown below.

Note: The default initial Slave ID is 1, and after the slave address is changed, the new address will
be used for communication and the slave address for the next time connection is also the most recently
changed address.

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2．Click "Connection" on the menu bar, select the first line in the drop-down menu "Connection
setup", set it as shown below, and click "OK".

Note: Port7 means USB representing the COM port on the computer.
Note: If the sensor has been connected as described, and "No Connection" appears on the software
"Display status", it means that the connection is failed; remove and replace the USB port or check the
USB to RS485 converter, repeat the above procedure until the sensor connection is successful.

Chapter 5 Calibration of Sensor

The turbidity sensor has been calibrated at the factory, and can be calibrated according to the
following procedures.
Method One: factor calibration
Turbidity calibration requires using a turbidity standard, as follows:
If there is a large deviation between the measured value and the standard value, the slope of
calibration curve needs factor correction.
1. Connect the sensor to the Modbus software;
2. Set the relevant parameters and wipe the sensor;
3. Slowly immerse the sensor into the turbidity standard solution;
4. Wait for the value to be stable and record the stable value;

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5. Calculate the correction factor. The correction factor equals to the standard solution value divided
by the value measured in the fourth step. (Factor = standard solution value / stable value)
6. Enter the calculated correction factor in the corresponding register to complete the calibration.
Note: During the process of calibration, make sure the lens of probe is 15cm far from the
bottom of calibration cup and no bubbles in front of the lens, meanwhile, it is recommended to keep
the correction cup away from the light.

Method Two: curve calibration

Turbidity calibration requires calibration of the calibration curve using a turbidity standard, as
follows:
If you enter the curve calibration, you must carry out the calibration action until step 7, otherwise the
sensor will be in the calibration mode all the time. If the normal measurement cannot be performed, you
can choose to restart after power failure or perform step 8.
1. Connect the sensor to the Modbus software;
2. After setting the parameters according to Section 4.2, select the second column and the last
column and right click and select “Format”, click “Float CD AB”and wipe the sensor;Select “16”，
then enter “06” for Address in the dialog box, “2” for Quantity, and change type into“Float CD AB”.
Double-click the up on the right to enter “1” for the value. Click "OK"
3. Enter calibration mode, select “06” , enter “59” for Address in the dialog box, enter “66”
for Value, and click “Send”;
4. Change the Value to "1" and place the sensor in distilled water. After a while, click "Send";
5. Then change the Value to "2", wait for the value in the red box below the figure to be less than 17
and stabilize for a period of time, click "Send" to close the dialog box;

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6. Select “16”, enter “30”for Address , and “2” for Quantity. Change the Type to “Float CD
AB” and double-click the value popped on the right to enter the value into the “known label”. Liquid
value (500-1000NTU)", click "OK", then click "Send";
7. Select “06”, enter “59” and “3”for value. Put the sensor into the standard solution. After
a period of time, wait until the value and input in the red box below the value is close and stable, click
"Send", then change the Value to "4", click "Send", the calibration is completed;

If the customer wants to quit the calibration during calibration or for other reasons, send the
following command to enter "59" for Address and "33" for Value.
Note: If the calibration of Method 2 is inaccurate, it is recommended to use Method 1 to
calibrate again.

Chapter 6 Communication Protocol

The sensor is equipped with MODBUS RS485 communication function, please refer to this
manual section 3.2 to check the communication wiring . The default baud rate is 9600, the specific
MODBUS RTU table is shown in the following table.

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MODBUS-RTU

Baud Rate 4800/9600/19200/38400

Data Bits 8 bit

Parity Check no

Stop Bit 1bit

Address Read/ Data

Register Name Length Descriptions
Location Write Type

It should be 1, otherwise, it
Turbidity 13 RW Int 1
should be changed to 1.

Turbidity Value 0 OR Float 2 0-Range

Turbidity Factor 4 RW Float 2 0.1-10

Turbidity
8 RW Float 2 ±100NTU
Deviation Value

Brushing Time 11 OR Int 1

Manual Brushing
20 W Int 1 Send 66
Order

Sending Intervals（1、5、15、30、
Automatic Brushing 60（1h）、240（4h）、720（12h）、
21 W Int 1
Order 1440（1D）、4320（3D）、10080
（7D）unit：min)

Response Time 12 RW Int 1 1-60s

It is recommended to be less than

Probe Humidity 14 OR Int 1
10

0 stands for 4800

1 stands for 9600
Probe Baud Rate 16 RW Int 1
2 stands for 19200
3 stands for 38400

Probe Slave Address 17 RW Int 1 1-254

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Serial No. 1 18 OR Int 1 First 4 numbers of Serial No.

Serial No. 2 19 OR Int 1 Last 4 numbers of Serial No.

Curve correction

Send 66 (66 means enter

1st Step 59 W Int 1
calibration mode)

Send 1 (1 means ready to

2nd Step 59 W Int 1
calibrate 0 points)

Send 2 (2 means calibration 0

3rd Step 59 W Int 1
point)

Write the 2nd point standard

4th Step 30 W Float 2
value (500-1000NTU)

Send 3 (3 means ready to

5th Step 59 W Int 1
calibrate point 2)

Send 4 (4 means calibration point

6th Step 59 W Int 1
2)

Send 33 (33represents exit from

7th Step 59 W Int 1
calibration mode)

Chapter7 Maintenance
In order to obtain the best measurement results, it is very necessary to maintain the sensor regularly.
Maintenance mainly includes cleaning, inspecting damage of the sensor, and periodic calibration. You can
also view the sensor’s status during maintenance and inspection.

7.1 Sensor Cleaning

Both the two lenses on the sensor need to be cleaned and maintained regularly to ensure the accuracy
of the measurement on the basis of actual use. Wash with clean water, then wipe with a cleanser and rag
to remove stubborn stains.

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7.2 Inspection on the Damage of Sensor

Check the appearance of the sensor to see whether there is damage, if it’s damaged, please contact to
the after-sales service center in time for replacement to prevent malfunction of sensor caused by water
due to the damage.

7.3 Sensor Blade Replacement

It is recommended that the blade of the sensor should be replaced quarterly with a new rubber one,
the specific steps are as follows:

1.The position of the blade is shown on the left

picture;
2.Remove the screws on the blade with the
corresponding screwdriver;
3.Remove the blade, take out the rubber sheet
inside, and replace it with a new one;
4.Finally put the blade back, and fasten the
screw and blade with a screwdriver.

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