As of March 2022, iButtons are no longer being used in consoles with software version 10.C or later. The software features will be stored directly on the CPU Boards. The CPU Boards will still have a socket for the iButton but will have a “NOT USED” decal included (see image below). IMPORTANT: The iButton is still needed for consoles with software version 10.B or prior.
✏ All TLS-450PLUS & TLS4 Series Consoles
CPU Board Replacement ✏ Software version 10.C or later will no longer use the iButton. ✏ Software version 10.B or prior will continue to use the iButton and it must be moved to the new CPU.
iButton Replacement Replacement iButtons are no longer available. ✏ TLS-450PLUS consoles with defective iButtons will require the new CPU and software version 10.C or later. ✏ TLS4 Series consoles with defective iButtons do not require replacing the CPU but must be upgraded to software version 10.C or later.
✏ Migrating a TLS-450 to a TLS-450PLUS Console
Migration kits are no longer available for purchase. Last time buy was December 31, 2021. However, if you have a migration kit, follow these steps to migrate a TLS-450 to a TLS-450PLUS console.
1. Create a backup of the TLS-450 using the thumb drive provided in the kit. 2. Install the new CPU and SD card.
IMPORTANT: Do not move iButton to the new CPU.
3. Restore the TLS-450 back-up into the TLS-450PLUS.
Note: In some circumstances, a “Media Access Error” may occur but will clear once the database restore is complete.
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The TLS-450PLUS console must be installed per the TLS-450PLUS Site Prep and Installation Manual (577014-073) and the UL/cUL Control Drawing – TLS-450/8600 Consoles (331940-008). The console may not be modified in any way. This includes drilling holes, cutting the metal and plastic walls or removing the divider plates located in the module bay. Removing or modifying the divider plates can lead to the product or installation not being compliant with UL/cUL requirements. All three divider plates must be left in place in-between any of the four slots in the TLS-450PLUS console or TLS-XB Expansion Box.
IMPORTANT: Removing the divider plates can lead to electrical noise interference issues and violates UL/cUL and other licensing bodies.
Designated knockouts are the only approved wiring openings. As needed, knockouts can be removed to allow rigid conduit to be connected to the console. Any unused positions where knockouts have been removed must be properly sealed, per the latest National Electric Code.
✏ Installation Review
This example shows a clean installation. ✅ All wires exit the console and immediately enter a rigid conduit (not shown).
✅ In addition, the console has not been altered in any way; unused knock-outs have been left in place and the divider plates have not been removed (each module is physically separated with a metal plate).
This example shows an incorrect installation.
❌ The divider plate was removed between the two USM modules, in slots 2 and 3. This is against Veeder-Root’s installation requirements and violates the UL/cUL and other licensing bodies. The divider plate must remain in place and cannot be modified.
❌ All wires must be run through rigid conduit and can only be used in the module slot that the conduit is connected to.
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We are almost one month into 2022… have you made a plan to achieve your goals?
If not, here’s a refresher on what you should be doing this year:
According to a study, 64% of us will apparently abandon our New Year’s resolutions within a month, so we thought we’d share some new ideas to replace the ones you didn’t quite keep up with.
Here are some resolutions that fuel and convenience retailers need to add to their list for 2022.
NEXT-LEVEL CX
Take your customer experience to the next level this year. The modern customer experience demands a frictionless shopping experience from fill-up to checkout. Here are three ways to up your CX game:
1. Whether you need help with staffing or long lines, Passport® Express Lane™ is one of the most cost-effective solutions to optimize your operations. Committing to a self-checkout strategy is the first step in creating next-level CX. Express Lane gives everyone, including managers, employees, and customers – more flexibility.
2. Express Ordering is another smart solution that helps c-stores set themselves apart with fresh food options. By automating the ordering process, Express Ordering puts the consumer in control – driving increased loyalty and upsell opportunities.
3. Every store’s customer data needs to be secure. Passport POS and Encore® 700 S fuel dispensers come EMV-ready and PCI-certified out of the box to ensure your customers’ private information stays secure.
DEFinite ADVANTAGE
Demand for diesel exhaust fluid is rising. The percentage of DEF pumps in the overall automotive DEF supply mode increased from 14% in 2011 to 40% in 2019, according to market research firm Reportlinker.
This is due to more stringent environmental regulations and the manufacturing of new DEF-compatible vehicles that are replacing the old ones.
For retailers with Gilbarco’s Encore S fuel dispensers or later, the DEF equipment cabinet(s) can be added left or right oriented or on either side of the fueling position, allowing for even more convenience and create loyalty with your diesel customer base.
COMBAT CORROSION
Now is the perfect time to commit to quality fuel. Part of that commitment means protecting your underground storage tanks.
The Veeder-Root HydrX Fuel Conditioning System combats in-tank corrosion by providing continuous water removal within diesel underground storage tanks. The system’s unique design removes water from the lowest point in the tank, preventing water from stagnating on the tank bottom and breeding microbial contaminants. The integrated filtration removes entrained water, rust, sand, and microbial particulate from the fuel, polishing it before returning clean fuel back to the tank.
Learn how the HydrX Fuel Conditioning System prevents corrosion from eating away at the bottom line for Cumberland Farms.
LEVEL UP YOUR ATG
And finally, resolve to upgrade your automatic tank gauge to the industry’s latest, most reliable ATG equipment with the TLS-450PLUS and Central Device Management (CDM).
The TLS-450PLUS console provides an expanded, advanced feature set at a lower price point than the TLS-350 console without needing to replace your probes or sensors. It also unlocks compatibility with other solutions like HydrX.
CDM is a server-based software package to manage your entire network of sites, ensuring your ATG consoles are always up to date with the latest features and security updates.
THE BOTTOM LINE
For 2022 and beyond, focus on solutions that make your operations more frictionless, efficient, secure, and connected.
Whether it’s on the forecourt, underneath it, or in the cloud, Gilbarco Veeder-Root is the only solutions provider that covers every area of your fuel and convenience business. As your partner for what’s next, let’s see if we can help you beat the stats and keep your new year’s resolution.
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The TLS4 Series consoles come with security features allowing for greater protection and control of access to the Automatic Tank Gauge. Features such as configurable user access and segmented network ports help ensure both network and front-panel security.
This update covers:
User and Roles Admin
Create User Accounts
Custom Roles
System Security
Front Panel Security
Serial Command Port (TCP/IP Interface)
SSH Port
Serial Command Over SSH
HTTPS Port
User Admin Via Web
Router and Network Switch
User & Roles Admin
Create User Accounts & Custom Roles
All TLS4 Series consoles come preconfigured with three roles: Administrator, Operator and Regulator. Additional custom roles can be programmed.
Menu –> System Administration –> Roles Admin
• Administrator: This role gives full access to the console – including the ability to create new roles and users.
• Operator: This role allows the user to view and generate reports and perform certain manual functions, such as starting a manual line or tank test.
• Regulator: This role allows the user to print and view console reports.
Note: Users assigned to the Regulator role cannot be deleted.
To add a Custom role, select Actions –> Add New Role
The Custom role allows each individual screen to be viewable, editable or not accessible. For example, in Setup under the Automatic Events section, each option can be customized:
Veeder-Root strongly recommends creating an Administrator account with a unique password. This will disable the default username and password.
Note: When using the Plus View or Remote View apps, the same login credentials are used.
Security
System Security
The TLS4 Series consoles have optional security features to enhance protection in addition to front panel security that requires a username and password, when enabled.
Front Panel Security: When disabled, all users can access all screens with no password required. When enabled, users must login with a password to gain access to the screens they’re allowed to view.
Serial Command Port (TCP/IP Interface): When disabled, the console will not accept any serial commands sent through a telnet session.
Note: This will not block all traffic on the TCP/IP port. It will only block serial commands.
SSH Port: When disabled, all traffic on the SSH port will be blocked.
Serial Command Over SSH: For the SSH Public Keys feature to work, this port and the SSH port must be enabled. By default, this port is disabled.
HTTPS Port (Web Access): When disabled, all traffic on the HTTPS port will be blocked. This will prevent access to the web portal, and the Plus View and Remote View apps.
User Admin via Web: When disabled, the System Administration screens will be blocked from the web portal – access to these two screens will only be available on the console’s front panel.
Router or Network Switch
Most routers or network switches have additional features allowing ports to be enabled or disabled. Contact device manufacturers or internet service providers (ISPs) for more information.
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Software Release Version 10.B TLS-450PLUS and TLS4 Series Consoles
Purpose
This document announces the release of version 10.B software for the TLS-450PLUS and TLS4 series consoles.
Performance Enhancements
Intelligent Pump Control Reports • Advanced Diagnostics Reporting for Intelligent Pump Control (IPC) for Red Jacket STPs. IPC collects statistical data from pump controllers that includes daily run time, start count, number of help requests, faults, fault counts, time in a fault condition, min/max/average (running) voltage and amperage.
Ongoing Improvements • Version 10.B includes miscellaneous bug fixes and updates.
Software Upgrade Kit – TLS-450PLUS, TLS4 Series Consoles
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EVO™ 200 & EVO™ 400 Automatic Tank Gauges (ATGs) provide highly accurate inventory management and containment monitoring for small to mid-size fuel systems.
NEVER STOP EVOLVING
We are driven by our pursuit to innovate, simplify, secure, and connect every station owner to their fuel management system. EVO™ 200 & EVO™ 400 ATGs feature simple setup and operation, remote connectivity, and advanced security features to protect your fuel system while keeping you directly connected to vital site data whenever, and wherever.
Highly Capable
EVO™ 200 & EVO™ 400 allow you to make informed, data-driven inventory management decisions with features like, inventory monitoring, tank testing, and containment compliance monitoring.
Simple Interface
A full-color 7” LCD touchscreen serves up one of the most intuitive user interfaces available with simplified user features you won’t find anywhere else.
Secure Data
EVO™ Series ATGs keep your site in compliance and protected from security threats with customizable user roles, user activity tracking, and up to 3-years of data back-up to protect against power outages or other system interruptions.
TECHNICAL ADVANTAGES
Input CapacityEVO™ 200 can support any combination of up to 6 sensors and probes, while the EVO™ 400 can support any combination of up to 14 sensors and probes.
Turbine Pump InterfaceEnhanced remote pump monitoring and control including pump-in-water automation, clogged intake escalation, tank leveling, and tank priority.
Remote CommunicationThe FFS PRO™ Connect web interface allows users to securely connect directly to an EVO™ Series ATG from any web enabled device.
Inventory ReconciliationInventory Reconciliation is an automated leak detection function that analyzes tank volume, deliveries, and sales data to detect fuel loss or gains with a high level of accuracy.
Tank AutocalibrationEliminate discrepancies in delivery reporting and daily reconciliations caused by inaccurate tank information programmed into the ATG with this function that automatically generates a highly accurate tank strapping chart.
NEW: Flow Rate MonitoringDetect and react to potential slow flow issues with automated daily reporting and alarms, helping to improve flow rates and dispenser throughput.
SIMPLICITY & VISIBILITY
A full-color 7” LCD touchscreen serves up one of the most intuitive user interfaces available with simplified user features you won’t find anywhere else. You choose your home screen, you program your product colors, and you choose what shows up on your Favorites screen. Customize the interface to meet your business needs the way you operate.
Icon-Based Design
Designed to be understood easily and operated intuitively. It’s simple to operate for new users and can reduce the amount of training required to operate.
One Touch Buttons
You can customize these home screen buttons to automate and carry out anything from complex, multi-function processes to simple daily delivery report generation – all with the touch of a single button.
Quick Jump Menu
Navigate quickly from application to application with ease. This time-saving menu makes the interface’s structure extremely shallow, simple to navigate, and reduces the amount of steps it takes to accomplish tasks.
SYSTEM SECURITY
EVO™ Series ATGs help keep sites in compliance while providing marketers with the highest level protection from the security threats facing our industry.
User RolesCustomizable user roles and log-in security protect against unwanted access and track user activity.
Data Back-UpStores up to 3-years of data to provide back up security from power outages or other system interruptions.
Secure WiFiOptional WiFi allows secure and protected onsite viewing of inventory levels for fuel delivery drivers.
REMOTE CONNECTIVITY
The FFS PRO® Connect web interface allows you to securely connect directly to your EVO™ Series ATG from any web enabled device. It automatically scales for tablets and smart phones, meaning no app to download.
FFS PRO® CONNECTFFS PRO® Connect displays real-time data allowing precise delivery scheduling and efficient site management. It also provide immediate notification of alarms so quick corrective actions can be taken.
Centralized ControlProvides centralized control of all compliance information – such as tank testing data and leak detection sensor status.
ReportingA wide variety of reports can be custom-scheduled, displayed, printed, or emailed at specific times.
Simplified SetupSimplifies setup and programming with the ability to download specific sections or the entire configuration from one ATG to another.
TURBINE PUMP INTERFACE
Turbine Pump Interface is a powerful tool that creates a network between your Submersible Turbine Pump (STP) controllers and EVO™ Series ATGs. Through TPI, the tank gauge can be programmed to respond to faults in the submersible pumping system and react with intelligence that pump controllers alone cannot.
Pump In Water AutomationWhen the water level in a tank approaches the pump intake, the tank gauge will enter alarm mode and automatically shut down the pump, protecting the system and consumers from water being pumped from that tank.
Leveling & Priority ModesWhen managing two storage tanks of the same product ‘Leveling Mode’ can keep both tanks at the same percentage full without the use of a syphon bar between the two tanks.
Remote Pump InteractionBy networking the intelligent controllers to the fuel management system via TPI, a technician can remotely connect to the site to review the logged event history and view the status.
FLOW RATE MONITORING
Improve dispenser throughput and maintain fast flow rates with the ability to detect and react to potential slow flow issues before they impact business with Flow Rate Monitoring. Available as a software option on new EVO™ Series ATGs or as a field upgrade option, Flow Rate Monitoring delivers ongoing flow rate performance data, flow rates for each fueling point, and provides a notification if transactions dip below a user-defined set point.
Know Your FlowMonitor for and ensure fast and consistent dispenser throughput with daily reports and alarm notifications regarding flow rate performance.
Performance MonitoringSales and dispensing duration data are automatically reconciled to help you better understand the flow performance of every fueling point.
Proactive MaintenanceOften, slow flow rates can indicate that a dispenser filter needs to be changed. Be proactive in calling for maintenance, getting dispensers back to peak performance sooner.
FIND THE RIGHT EVO™ SERIES ATG FOR YOUR SITE
The EVO™ Series family of ATGs offers four different options with right-sized features to meet the requirements of your specific application, size, and compliance needs. Which ATG is right for your application?
With pre-configured hardware and customizable software options, these ATGs provide straightforward tank level monitoring and compliance. Their simple setup and operation, remote connectivity, and advanced security features protect your fuel system while keeping you directly connected to vital site data whenever, and wherever.
Provides inventory monitoring, static (included feature) and continuous tank testing (optional feature), tank autocalibration, inventory reconciliation, flow rate monitoring and containment compliance monitoring.
Both ATGs feature the capability to interface with probes and sensors in any combination up to 6 (EVO™ 200) or 14 (EVO™ 400).
Customizable user roles and log-in security features protect against unwanted access while keeping track of user activity within your system.
Streamlined setup and programming includes hardware auto-detection and wiring confirmation, multipoint tank charting, network printer auto-detection, and the ability to download and upload entire programming profiles from one ATG to another.
Available with optional 24-hour Statistical Continuous Automatic Leak Detection (SCALD) and Turbine Pump Interface (TPI) capability for enhanced and automated submersible turbine pump control.
Web interface allows you to directly connect to your ATG via FFS PRO® Connect from any web-enabled device.
Optional Wifi allows secure and protected on-site viewing of inventory levels for fuel delivery drivers.
• Third party certification of leak detection capabilities
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Wireless Pressurized Line Leak Detection (WPLLD) EOL
Back on may 10, 2021, Veeder-Root first announced the end of life for WPLLD systems and have just announced the same for WPLLD spare parts that will affect the global market.
Veeder-Root is recommending customers transition to the Digital Pressurized Line Leak Detection (DPLLD) system for those with or looking at the TLS4 series consoles and standard Pressurized Line Leak Detection (PLLD) for those with TLS-350 systems.Click on the link below to read the full notification and all systems and components that will be impacted.
Digital Pressurized Line Leak Detection (DPLLD) provides 3.0 GPH hourly and optional 0.2 GPH and 0.1 GPH precision line leak detection for the TLS-450PLUS. Note:Reference End of Sale (EOS) – TLS-350 Series ATG Systems (5706047-391) for additional details on the TLS-350 Consoles and Spare Parts.
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