TENET UL212 Bluetooth(BLE5.0) All-in-one Ultrasonic Fuel Level Sensor User Guide

June 6, 2024
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UL212/UL212-E

Bluetooth(BLE5.0) All-in-one Ultrasonic Fuel Level Sensor

User Manual

TENET UL212

V1.3

1. Introduction

1.1. Copy Right
Copyright © 2020, All rights reserved. Reproduction, transfer, distribution or storage of parts or all of the contents in this document in any form without the prior written permission of Tenet is prohibited.

1.2. Contact Information
Website: www.tenet.com.hk
E-mail: sales@tenet.com.hk
Tel: +86-755-82591445

1.3. Document Changelog

Version Date Modification
1.0 2020-3-21 Updated: User Manual structure and re-edit
1.1 2020-6-30 Updated: Connectivity, Android/IOS APP
1.3 2020-7-28 Added: update protocol 114, 116

1.4. Safety Information
Banzai 39029 - Warning Do not use unknow power supply to connect the device to avoid burning or damage.
Banzai 39029 - Warning Do not disassemble the device. If the enclosure of the device is damaged, or the insulation of the wires is damaged, disconnect the power supply cables from the power supply source first.
Banzai 39029 - Warning Do not connect UL212/UL212-E with vehicle battery directly before adding fuse
Banzai 39029 - Warning The device can be installed or dismounted only by qualified personnel!
Banzai 39029 - Warning Do not connect Green Cable to Power +, which will damage the device
This crossed-out wheelie bin symbol means that waste equipment should not be disposed of with your other household waste. The product must be taken to separate collection points at the product’s end-of-life.

1.5. Notations
LED:   Light Emitting Diode
BLE:   Bluetooth Low
DC:     Direct Current

2. Product Information

2.1 About UL212/UL212-E
• New Edge Bluetooth BLE All-in-One Ultrasonic Fuel Level sensor will use non- contact technology to detect fuel level without drilling holes. With the ultrasonic reflection feature when cross liquid to air, it can read accurate fuel level height.
PPS(Phenylenesulfide) Plastic Housing, Anti-Corrosion/Strong Acid, Anti-Fire, and support Max300~400 300~400°C
• Built-in BLE Bluetooth Module, Sync with RS232/RS485 & Analog output.

2.2 Device Overview

TENET UL212 - Device Overview 1 TENET
UL212 - Device Overview 2

1 Indication LED      2 5pin Male Plug        3 5pin Waterproof Female Plug
4 Extension Cable    5 Bracket Holder        6 Silicone Ring
7 Probe Back Support

2.3 Size Information

UL212 - Size Information 1 UL212 - Size
Information 2

  1. Waterproof 5pin Aviation Plug
  2. Standard 9meter extension cable

2.4 Key Features

  1. No Drilling Holes in Tank, Easy Installation
  2. Support Any Liquid: Diesel, Gasoline, Water, etc.
  3. Support Any Material Tank: Metal/Aluminum/Stainless Steel /Fiber/Plastic
  4. Resolution: 0.1mm
  5. Accuracy: 99.5%
  6. Maximum Measuring Range: 250cm
    7) Lowest Detection Hight(Blind Area): 3cm
  7. Maximum Tank Thickness: 8~12mm
    9) Output Interface: BLE Bluetooth 5.0 +RS232(Default)/RS485+Analog(0~5V)
    10) Mobile App configuration &Calibration
    11) Built-in AI Algorithm to filter abnormal signal
  8. IP68 waterproof

2.5 Package Contents

  1. UL212/UL212 All-in-one Probe x1
  2. Extension cable x1
  3. Bracket Holder x1
  4. Probe Back Support x1
  5. Silicone Ring x1
  6. Silicone Gel x2
  7. Adhesive Sticker x2
  8. Fuse x1
  9. Sand Paper x2
  10. Rubber Pad(used to protect some tank if needed) x4
  11. Plastic Strap kits x1
  12. 304L Stainless Steel Strap x2

UL212 - Package Contents 1 UL212 -
Package Contents 2

3. Technical Information

3.1 Indication LED Patterns

Pattern Description
Red Flash Detect no liquid or signal weak
Green Light On Stable signal, best choice for installation
Yellow Light on Upgrading/Configuring status

3.2 Cable Definition

UL212 - Size Information 2

  1. Waterproof 5pin Aviation Plug
  2. Standard 9meter extension cable
Cable Definition Remarks
Red Power Supply 9~36V DC+ Fuse must be used if connected to Power Battery
Black Power GND, RS232/RS485 GND
Yellow RS232 TX (Default), or RS485B Connect GPS/DVR RS232_RX
White RS232 RX (Default), or RS485A Connect GPS/DVR RS232_TX
Green Analog Output 0~5V Support in all protocols except Protocol 08

(In protocol 08, Green cable will keep output 0V when working normally, but will output 5V high level trigger for 30 seconds when fuel theft alarm triggered)

3.3 Physical Characteristics

Size| Diameter: 39mm
Height: 19.5mm
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Net Weight| 0.6KG
Gross Weight| 1KG
Material| PPS (Phenylenesulfide)
Plug| 5pin Gold-Coated Waterproof Plug

3.4 Technical Characteristics

3.4.1 Environmental Specifications

Temperature| Operating: -40~ 80 °C
Storage: -40~ 80 °C
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Relative Humidity| 0% ~95% Non-condensing

3.4.2 Electrical Specifications

Power Supply 9~36V DC
Max Voltage 42V DC
Power Consumption 60mA @12V DC
4. Installation Prepare:

4.1. Mobile APP Introduction

  1. Download Link (Android)
    https://www.pgyer.com/TankOffline

UL212 - QR Code

  1. Open APP and search Bluetooth ID: UL212 FUEL
  2. Change Device ID(with fixed head UL212, password: 52381 )

UL212 - Installation Prepare 1   UL212 -
Installation Prepare 2   UL212 - Installation Prepare
3

5. Indoor Test

5.1. Indoor Test Prepare

  1. Mineral Water Bottle (flat cap)
  2. UL212/UL212-E
  3. Android or iOS Phone
  4. 12/24V Power Bank/Jump Starter/Power Supply

5.2. Indoor Test Steps

  1. Power On UL212/UL212-E, RED LED flashes, and connect the UL212 Mobile APP via Bluetooth
  2. Search Bluetooth Device ID in APP and connect “UL212 Fuel”

UL212 - Indoor Test 1 UL212 - Indoor Test 2

  1. 12/24V DC, Power +
  2. Ground

UL212 - Indoor Test 3      UL212 - Indoor Test 4

  1. Paste 1mm thickness Silicone Gel on top of the probe

UL212 - Indoor Test 5

  1. Make sure water bottle has more than 3cm height water inside, and put on the probe

UL212 - Indoor Test 6

  1. Check Real Time Mobile APP data in Smart Phone.
6. Outdoor Installation

6.1 Outdoor Installation Prepare

  1. Make sure fuel tank has at least 1/2 fuel inside
  2. Make sure there is flat zone on the bottom of tank to fix probe
  3. UL212/UL212-E
  4. Android or iOS Phone
  5. 12/24V Power Bank/Jump Starter or Portable Battery

UL212 - Outdoor Installation 1 orUL212 -
Outdoor Installation 2

  1. Slot Type Screw Driver

UL212 - Outdoor Installation 3

6.2 Key Steps for Outdoor Fuel Tank Installation

UL212 - Outdoor Installation 4

6.3 Quick Guide for Outdoor Fuel Tank Installation

6.3.1 Connect Mobile APP “UL212 FUEL”

  1. Power On UL212/UL212-E, RED LED flashes, and connect the UL212 Mobile APP via Bluetooth

UL212 - Indoor Test 1 UL212 - Indoor Test 2

  1. 12/24V DC, Power +
  2. Ground
  1. Search Bluetooth Device ID in APP and connect “ UL212 FUEL

UL212 - Indoor Test 3      UL212 - Indoor Test 4

6.3.2 Clean the target zone around the middle of tank bottom

UL212 - Outdoor Installation 5

  1. *Find a 55cm square zone around the middle of tank bottom**
  1. Find a 5*5cm zone around the middle of tank bottom
  2. Please make sure get rid of the original tank float sensor and return pipe

UL212 - Outdoor Installation 6 UL212 -
Outdoor Installation 7

  1. Float Fuel Sensor
  2. Return Pipe
  1. Metal Tank with painting needs sand paper to polish before fix probe
  2. Aluminum, Stainless Steel or Fiber tank will not need sand paper

6.3.3 Find Target Installation Position:

  1. Paste 2~3mm thickness Silicone Gel on top of the probe.

UL212 - Indoor Test 5

  1. Put the probe to the target zone of tank bottom in step 6.3.2 and check the real time Mobile APP reading, and make sure these conditions below are approved to confirm the installation position:
    A. Real Time & Smooth Value are similar
    B. Signal Strength more than 60 or stable
    C. Valid Signal Quantity is stable
    D. Tilt Angle is less than 11 Degrees

UL212 - Target Installation

  1. Mark the position to be target installation position after approve the Mobile APP data show

6.3.4 Fix the probe to the bottom of tank

  1. Remove the probe in step 6.3.3, and clean the installation zone again to be AS DRY AS POSSIBLE.
  2. Put the probe inside the Bracket Holder and use Back Support to fix the probe ( Aim at the Bayonet )

UL212 - Fix the probe 1  UL212 - Fix the
probe 2UL212 - Fix the probe 3

  1. Stick the Silicone Ring exactly on top of the probe. Inject the Silicone Gel inside the ring and Overflow a little bit to make sure it’s full

UL212 - Fix the probe 4 UL212 - Fix the
probe 5UL212 - Fix the probe 6

  1. Stick the Bracket Holder on the target installation position and use Twon Stainless Steel Strap to fix the Bracket & Probe

UL212 - Fix the probe 8    UL212 - Fix
the probe 9

  1. Verify the installation
    After fixing the screw, use Mobile APP to check again the data to be sure the same or similar in step 6.3.3 to complete the installation.
7. Wiring Diagram

Power Input: 9~36V DC

UL212 - Mandatory  It is Mandatory to use an external Automotive 1 A Fuse

Recommended

UL212 - Wiring Diagram 1

Optional for LCV Vehicles

UL212 - Wiring Diagram 2

FCC Warning:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

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