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Chapter 1
Before You Begin
1.1About this manual
This manual explains how to install the Micro Motion
on your personal computer (PC).
This manual also provides an overview of using ProLink II with Micro Motion transmitters. Before
using this instruction manual, the reader should be familiar with the Microsoft Windows operating
system.
There are a number of transmitter and application features that may appear in your ProLink II
installation: for example, the enhanced density application, the petroleum measurement application,
the custody transfer application, event configuration, or display configuration. This manual contains
information on configuring and using the discrete batch application (see Appendix B). For detailed
information on configuring and using other transmitter-specific or application-specific features, see
the appropriate transmitter or application manual. If you still have questions, contact the Micro
Motion Customer Service Department. Telephone numbers are listed in Section 1.5.
®
ProLink®II software program, v2.9 and later,
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1.2About ProLink II software
This section provides an overview of ProLink II software.
1.2.1Supported transmitters
The ProLink II program supports the following Micro Motion transmitters and devices:
•Model 1700/2700
•Model 1500/2500
•Model 2400S
•Model 2200S
•Model 7826 and Model 7828 (advanced electronics)
•Core processor and enhanced core processor
•MVD
•Series 3000 with 4-wire sensor interface (MVD™)
•RFT9739
•RFT9712
•IFT9701/9703
Note: MVD Direct Connect is a direct host meter that does not include a transmitter. However,
ProLink II can be used to communicate with the core processor component in MVD Direct Connect
installations.
™
Direct Connect
™
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1.2.2Uses of ProLink II
Using ProLink II, you can:
•Perform initial transmitter startup procedures
•Read process variables
•Manage totalizers and inventories
•Configure the transmitter
•Perform verification and calibration procedures
•Read meter status information and alarm conditions
•Troubleshoot the meter
1.3ProLink II requirements
Before starting the ProLink II installation, review the requirements in this section.
1.3.1PC requirements
To install and run ProLink II, your PC must meet or exceed the following requirements:
•200 MHz Pentium processor
•One of the following:
-Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 and 128 MB RAM
-Windows XP with Service Pack 1 and 128 MB RAM
•80 MB of available hard disk space
•Video with support for 256 or more colors
•CD-ROM drive
•An available serial port or USB port
1.3.2Installation kits
Micro Motion provides ProLink II installation kits for RS-485 connections and for Bell 202
connections. There are four different kit options:
•RS-232 to Bell 202 HART converter with tester and cables
•RS-232 to RS-485 Modbus/HART converter with tester and cables
•USB to Bell 202 HART converter with tester and cables
•USB to Bell 202 HART converter with tester and cables
Note: A Windows driver is required for correct operation of USB converters and adapters. Drivers are
provided with the installation kit. Install the driver before connecting the converter or adapter. Failure
to install the driver first will result in Windows not recognizing the device when it is plugged in.
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1.4Determining your transmitter type
To configure, use, and troubleshoot the transmitter, you must know your transmitter type,
installation/mounting type, and outputs option board type (Series 1000/2000 transmitters only). The
transmitter’s model number, which is provided on a tag attached to the transmitter, provides this
information. See Figure 1-1 for assistance in interpreting the model number.
If you are using MVD Direct Connect, refer to the model number on the sensor.
1.5Micro Motion customer service
For customer service, phone the support center nearest you:
•In the U.S.A., phone
800-522-MASS (800-522-6277) (toll-free)
•In Canada and Latin America, phone +1 303-527-5200
•In Asia:
-In Japan, phone 3 5769-6803
-In other locations, phone +65 6777-8211 (Singapore)
•In Europe:
-In the U.K., phone 0870 240 1978 (toll-free)
-In other locations, phone +31 (0) 318 495 555 (The Netherlands)
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Customers outside the U.S.A. can also email Micro Motion customer service at
flow.support@emerson.com.
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Before You Begin
R F T 9 7 3 9 x x x x x x x
Mounting:
• R = rack-mount or panel-mount
• D, E = field-mount
Transmitter model
x 7 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x
Outputs option board:
• A = analog outputs option board
• B, C = configurable input/outputs option board
• D = intrinsically safe outputs option board
•E = F
OUNDATION fieldbus outputs option board
• G = PROFIBUS PA outputs option board
Mounting/installation type:
• R = remote (4-wire remote installation)
• I = integral (transmitter mounted on sensor)
• C = transmitter/core processor assembly (9-wire remote installation)
• B = remote core processor with remote transmitter
Transmitter model
3 x x 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x
Sensor interface:
• 0 = none (MVD)
• 5, 6 = 4-wire (MVD)
Mounting:
• R = rack-mount
• P = panel-mount
• A = field-mount
Transmitter model
I F T 9 7 0 x x x x x x x x
Mounting:
•I, M = integral
• R, L, J, S, A = remote
Transmitter model
x 5 0 0 x x x x x x x x x x x x
Software option 1:
• B = Filling and Dosing application
(1)
Outputs option board:
• A = analog outputs option board
• B, C = configurable input/outputs option board
Mounting/installation type:
• D = 4-wire to sensor with integral core processor
• B = remote core processor with remote transmitter
Transmitter model
IFT9701/9703
RFT9739
Model 1700/2700
Model 1500/2500
Series 3000
R F T 9 7 1 2 x x x x x x x
Transmitter model
RFT9712
(1) Model 1500 transmitter with filling and dosing application only.
Requires Outputs option board C.
Figure 1-1Transmitter model numbers and codes
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2 4 0 0 S x x x x x x x x x
User interface option:
• 1 = display/LCD with glass lens
• 2 = no display/LCD
• 3 = display/LCD with non-glass lens
Outputs option board:
• A = analog outputs option board
• C = DeviceNet I/O option board
• D = PROFIBUS DP I/O option board
Transmitter model
Model 2400S
2 2 0 0 S x x x x x x x x x
User interface option:
• 1 = display/LCD with glass lens
• 4 = display/LCD with non-glass lens
Transmitter model
Model 2200S
L F T x x x x x x x x
Display
• 1,2 = display
• 3 = no display
Mounting and output option:
• 1,3,4 = analog outputs, field mount transmitter
• 2,5,8 = analog outputs, RS-485, DIN rail transmitter
•6 = F
OUNDATION fieldbus outputs, field mount transmitter
Transmitter model
LF-Series
7 8 2 x x x x x x x x x x x
Amplifier system
• C, D, W, K, L = Advanced electronics
Transmitter model
7826/7828
Figure 1-1Transmitter model numbers and codes continued
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Chapter 2
Installation and Setup
2.1Overview
This chapter provides information on installing ProLink II software, connecting to the transmitter, and
troubleshooting the installation or connection.
To install and set up ProLink II, the following steps are required:
1. Ensure required privileges (see Section 2.2)
2. Install the ProLink II software onto your PC (see Section 2.3)
3. Generate the temporary license (see Section 2.4)
4. Connect the wires between the PC and the transmitter (see Section 2.5)
5. Configure the connection and connect to the transmitter (see Section 2.6)
6. Obtain and configure a site key (see Section 2.7)
For troubleshooting information, see Sections 2.8 and 2.9.
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2.2Required privileges
Installation of ProLink II requires Administrator privileges. After ProLink II is installed, it can be run
by non-Administrator users.
2.3Install the ProLink II software
To install ProLink II software:
1. Insert the ProLink II CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2. If the setup program does not start automatically, locate and run the SETUP.EXE file. The file
is located in the root directory on the CD-ROM (e.g., D:\setup.exe, where “D” is your
CD-ROM drive letter).
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. If you have a previous version
of ProLink II installed on your PC, you may be prompted to remove it before installing the
new version.
Notes:
(1) The ProLink II site key is associated with a disk drive and specific folder on your PC. If you
decide to move ProLink II after installation, you will have to transfer the license and reinstall
ProLink II. To avoid this step, be sure to install ProLink II into a location that you can use
permanently.
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WARNING
WARNING
(2) If the user who installs ProLink II does not have Administrator rights, the installation wizard may
display a message warning that the installation may not be successful. If this occurs, the
installation wizard will run to completion but the Windows Registry may not be updated correctly.
If you are subsequently unable to connect to a transmitter, reinstall the software with
Administrator privileges.
(3) If you have a Model 2700 transmitter with transmitter software earlier than v3.4, and you have
the concentration measurement application installed, you cannot access the concentration
measurement functions with ProLink II v2.1 or later. Contact Micro Motion for alternative
solutions.
2.4Generate a temporary license
The first time you run ProLink II, you will be prompted to generate a temporary license. This license
will allow you to run ProLink II with full functionality for seven days, starting from the current date
and time. Follow the on-screen instructions to generate the temporary license.
Note: If you attempt to use ProLink II after the temporary license has expired, ProLink II will no
longer allow you to connect to a transmitter.
2.5Connect the PC to the transmitter
To connect the PC to the transmitter:
1. Connect the appropriate signal converter to your PC’s serial or USB port, using adapters as
required. (See Section 1.3.2 for a list of the available installation kits and signal converters.)
•For connections using the Bell 202 physical layer, use the Bell 202–RS-232 signal
converter.
•For connections using the RS-485 physical layer, use the RS-485–RS-232 signal
converter.
2. Connect the two leads of the signal converter to the appropriate terminals on your transmitter
using the terminal reference in Table 2-1 and the connection diagrams in Section 2.5.1.
On Model 1700/2700 and LF-Series field-mount transmitters, opening the
power supply compartment in explosive atmospheres while the power is on
can cause an explosion.
Before using the service port to communicate with the transmitter in a hazardous
area, make sure the atmosphere is free of explosive gases.
On Model 1700/2700 and LF-Series field-mount transmitters, opening the
power supply compartment can expose the operator to electric shock.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not touch the power supply wires or terminals
while using the service port.
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
On Model 3350/3700 transmitters, opening the wiring compartment in
explosive atmospheres can cause an explosion.
Do not remove the compartment covers in an explosive atmosphere within three
minutes after power is disconnected.
On Model 2400S and Model 2200S transmitters, removing the transmitter
housing cover in a hazardous area can cause an explosion.
Because the housing cover must be removed to connect to this transmitter using
the service port clips or HART clips, these connections should be used only for
temporary connections, for example, for configuration or troubleshooting purposes.
When the transmitter is in an explosive atmosphere, use a different method to
connect to your transmitter.
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Removing the core processor lid can expose the operator to electric shock.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not touch the power supply wires or terminals
while removing or replacing the core processor lid, or while using the RS-485
terminals.
Connecting a HART device to the transmitter’s primary mA output could
cause transmitter output error. If the primary mA output is being used for
flow control, connecting the HART Interface to the output loop, via either the
mA terminals or the HART clips, could cause the transmitter’s 4–20 mA
output to change, which would affect flow control devices.
Set control devices for manual operation before connecting the HART Interface to
the transmitter’s primary mA output loop.
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Table 2-1Transmitter terminals for ProLink II connections
Terminals for connection type
HART/Bell 202HART/RS-485Modbus/RS-485Service port
Transm itter
PV+PV–ABABAB
IFT9701/97034–20+4–20–
RFR971217162122
RFT9739
• Rack-mountZ30D30Z22D22Z22D22
• Field-mount171827262726
Model 1700/2700 with
12565687
analog outputs
LF-Series field-mount
12565687
with output code 1 or 3
Model 1700/2700 with
I.S. outputs
(1)
Model 2700 with
1287
1287
configurable I/O
LF-Series field-mount
1287
with output code 4
Model 2700 with
F
OUNDATION
™
fieldbus
LF-Series field-mount
87
87
with output code 6
Model 2700 with
87
PROFIBUS-PA
Model 2200SHART clips
Model 2400S with
analog outputs
12Service port clips
or
HART clips
Model 2400S with
Service port clips
DeviceNet
Model 2400S with
Service port clips
PROFIBUS-DP
Series 3000
• Panel-mount with
c2a2c32a32c32a32c32a32
solder-tail or screw
connectors
• Panel-mount with
1415242524252425
I/O cables
• Rack-mountc2a2c32a32c32a32c32a32
• Field-mount21111211121112
Model 1500/2500212233343334
LF-Series DIN rail with
212233343334
output code 2, 5, or 8
Model 7826/7828
Model 7829
Model 7835, 7845,
7846, or 7847
(2)
(2)
(2)
34
34
1112
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VIATOR
VIATOR
or
DCS or
PLC
R1
R3
R2
Primary mA output terminals
Tr an s m it t er
USB plug
Bell 202 signal
converter
Notes:
• Connect the HART interface leads to the primary mA output of the transmitter, or to any point on the network.
• If necessary, use any combination of R1, R2, and R3 to bring the total resistance within 250–600 Ω.
(250–1000 Ω for RFT9712 and RFT9739).
• If no other device is connected to the primary mA output, add R1.
• If the primary mA is connected to a DCS or PLC with R2:
• Where R2 is insufficient, add R1 to bring R1+R2 into range.
• Where R2 is absent, add R3.
Table 2-1Transmitter terminals for ProLink II connections continued
Terminals for connection type
HART/Bell 202HART/RS-485Modbus/RS-485Service port
Transm itter
Model 7835 EXD
MVD™ Direct Connect™
with no barrier
(2)
(3)
PV+PV–ABABAB
34
34
MVD Direct Connect with
I.S. barrier
• To barrier
• To core processor
(4)
(3)
1314
34
Core processor34
(1) If connecting to terminals 1 and 2, terminals must be externally powered, with a minimum of 250
Ω
not apply to service port.
(2) Transmitter version with advanced electronics option only.
(3) Connection is not intrinsically safe.
(4) Intrinsically safe connection.
2.5.1Connection diagrams
Use the following diagrams to make the connection between your PC and the transmitter.
Figure 2-1Typical HART/Bell 202 connection to transmitter or multidrop network
and 17.5 volts. Requirement does
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VIATOR
VIATOR
R1
Prongs
Transmitter
or
USB plug
Notes:
• Add R1 if necessary to bring the total resistance within 250–1000 Ω.
Bell 202 signal
converter
VIA
VIA
TOR
TOR
R1
HART jack
Bell 202 cable (not included)
or
USB plug
Bell 202 signal
converter
Notes:
• Add R1 if necessary to bring the total resistance within 250–1000 Ω.
Figure 2-2HART/Bell 202 temporary connection to RFT9739 field-mount and RFT9712 transmitters
Figure 2-3HART/Bell 202 temporary connection to RFT9739 rack-mount transmitters
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–
+
VIATOR
VIATOR
or
+
–
DCS or
PLC
R2
R3
R1
Primary mA output terminals
Transmitter
External power supply
USB plug
Notes:
• Connect the HART interface leads to the primary mA output of the transmitter, or to any point on the network.
• If necessary, use any combination of R1, R2, and R3 to bring the total resistance within 250–600 Ω.
• If no other device is connected to the primary mA output, add R1.
• If the primary mA is connected to a DCS or PLC with R2:
• Where R2 is insufficient, add R1 to bring R1+R2 into range.
• Where R2 is absent, add R3.
Bell 202 signal
converter
Figure 2-4HART/Bell 202 connection to Model 1700/2700 I.S. transmitters
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R
max
= (V
supply
– 12)/0.023
A minimum of 250 ohms and 17.5 volts is required
Supply voltage VDC (Volts)
External resistance (Ohms)
Operating range
12301416182022242628
0
1000
900
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
DCS or
PLC
R1
Attach serial port or USB
adapter if necessary (not
shown)
RS-485 terminals
Transmitter
RS-232 <-> 2-wire RS-485
interface converter
Notes:
• Connect the interface leads to the RS-485 terminals on the transmitter, or to any point on the network.
• Ensure that your transmitter’s RS-485 terminals are configured for HART protocol.
• For RFT9712 transmitters, set the jumper for RS-485 communications.
• For long-distance communication, or if noise from an external source interferes with the signal, add two 120-Ω
terminating resistors (R1) at each end of the RS-485 network.
Figure 2-5Model 1700/2700 I.S. transmitters: Resistance and voltage requirements for
HART/Bell 202 connections
Figure 2-6HART/RS-485 connection to transmitter or multidrop network
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DCS or
PLC
R1
Attach serial port or USB
adapter if necessary (not
shown)
RS-485 terminals
Transmitter
RS-232 <-> 2-wire RS-485
interface converter
Notes:
• Connect the interface leads to the RS-485 terminals on the transmitter, or to any point on the network.
• Ensure that no other Modbus master devices are currently active on the network.
• For RFT9712 transmitters, set the jumper for RS-485 communications.
• For long-distance communication, or if noise from an external source interferes with the signal, add two 120-Ω
terminating resistors (R1) at each end of the RS-485 network.
Figure 2-7Modbus/RS-485 connection to transmitter or multidrop network
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Attach serial port or USB adapter
if necessary (not shown)
Service port terminals
Transmitter
RS-232 <-> 2-wire RS-485
Interface Converter
Notes:
• For Model 1700/2700, Model 2400S, and LF-Series field-mount transmitters, the service port is available at any
time.
• For Model 1500/2500, Series 3000, and LF-Series DIN rail transmitters, the service port is available during a
10-second interval after power-up. If a service port connection is made during this time, the ports will remain in
service port mode.
• Ensure that no other Modbus master devices are currently active on the network.
• All service ports are accessed using the default address of 111. If you are connecting over a multidrop network
with multiple service ports, it is not possible to specify which device to connect to.
VIATOR
HART clips
Bell 202 signal
converter
Notes:
• If necessary, add resistance across the HART clips to bring the total resistance within 250–600 Ω.
Figure 2-8Modbus/RS-485 temporary connection to the service port
Figure 2-9HART/Bell 202 temporary connection to HART clips
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Core processor
RS-485 to RS-232
signal converter
Attach serial port or USB
adapter if necessary
RS-485/B
RS-485/A
Notes:
• Ensure that no other Modbus master devices are currently active on the network.
• Before using ProLink II to communicate with the core processor, disconnect any wiring to a remote PLC.
Core processor
RS-485 to RS-232
signal converter
Attach serial port or USB
adapter if necessary
RS-485/B
RS-485/A
Notes:
• Ensure that no other Modbus master devices are currently active on the network.
• Before using ProLink II to communicate with the core processor, disconnect any wiring to a remote PLC.
Figure 2-10 Modbus/RS-485 connection to RS-485 terminals on standard core processor
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Figure 2-11 Modbus/RS-485 connection to RS-485 terminals on enhanced core processor
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RS-485 to RS-232
signal converter
Attach serial port or USB
adapter if necessary
RS-485/B
RS-485/A
I.S. barrier
Non-I.S. terminals
Notes:
• Ensure that no other Modbus master devices are currently active on the network.
• Before using ProLink II to communicate with the core processor, disconnect any wiring to a remote PLC.
Figure 2-12 Modbus/RS-485 connection to RS-485 terminals on MVD Direct Connect I.S. barrier
2.6Configure ProLink II connection parameters
To connect to the transmitter, ProLink II must use connection parameters appropriate to the
transmitter.
•If you are connecting to an MVD Direct Connect system, ProLink II can use any of the
supported communication settings listed in Table 2-2. The core processor auto-detects
incoming communications parameters and switches to match.
•If you are connecting to a Model 2400S transmitter using the service port:
-For point-to-point connections, you can use a service port connection type.
-For multidrop network connections, you can use any Modbus/RS-485 connection type and
specify the transmitter’s Modbus address. The transmitter auto-detects incoming
communications parameters and switches to match. The service port auto-detection limits
are described in Table 2-3.
•If you use a service port or HART/Bell 202 connection type, the connection parameters are
standard: when one of these connection types is specified, ProLink II automatically uses the
appropriate parameters.
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•If you use any other connection type, you must configure ProLink II connection parameters to
match the transmitter’s configuration. If you do not know the transmitter’s configuration, you
can use a Communicator or the transmitter’s display to view or change its configuration.
-For all transmitters, if you are using HART protocol, you can specify the transmitter’s
HART tag (software tag) instead of the HART address, if a HART tag has been configured
in the transmitter.
-For all Series 1000/2000/3000 transmitters, see Table 2-4 for default values for each
connection type.
-For LF-Series transmitters, see Table 2-5 for default values for each connection type.
-For IFT97xx transmitters, communication parameters are not configurable. Settings are
listed in Table 2-6. Configure ProLink II connection parameters to match these settings.
-For RFT97xx transmitters, communication is configured using switches and jumpers on
the transmitter. Check your transmitter and refer to the transmitter manual to determine
your transmitter’s configuration, then configure ProLink II connection parameters to
match these settings. Factory default settings for these transmitters are listed in Table 2-6.
Table 2-2MVD Direct Connect auto-detection limits
ParameterOption
ProtocolModbus RTU (8-bit)
Modbus ASCII (7-bit)
Baud rateStandard rates between 1200 and 38,400
ParityEven, odd, none
Stop bits1, 2
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Table 2-3Model 2400S service port auto-detection limits
ParameterOption
ProtocolModbus RTU (8-bit)
AddressResponds to both:
Baud rateStandard rates from 1200 to 38,400
Stop bits1, 2
ParityEven, odd, none
Modbus ASCII (7-bit)
• Service port address (111)
• Configured Modbus address (default=1)
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Table 2-4Default communication parameters for Series 1000/2000/3000 transmitters
Default values
Stop
(1)
bitsParityAddress
TransmitterPhysical layerProtocolBaud
Model 1500/2500Bell 202
RS-485
Model 1700/2700
Analog
Model 1700/2700 I.S.,
Bell 202
RS-485
Bell 202
(2)(3)
(5)
(2)
(5)(6)
(2)
(4)
HART
120081odd0
Modbus RTU9600 81odd1
(4)
HART
120081odd0
HART120081odd0
(4)
HART
120081odd0
Data
bits
Model 2700 Config. I/O
Model 2200SBell 202
Model 2400S AnalogBell 202
RS-485Modbus
Series 3000Bell 202
RS-485
(2)
(2)
(2)
(5)
(4)
HART
(4)
HART
(RTU or ASCII)
(4)
HART
120081odd0
120081odd0
Autodetect
Autodetect
Autodetect
Autodetect
120081odd0
Modbus RTU960081odd1
1
(1) ProLink II automatically sets data bits appropriately for the configured protocol. Even though a data bits parameter may be
configured in the transmitter, you do not need to configure it in ProLink II. HART protocol is always 8 data bits. If your transmitter
is configured for Modbus with 7 data bits, specify Modbus ASCII; if your transmitter is configured for Modbus with 8 data bits, specify
Modbus RTU.
(2) Connection to primary mA output, or to HART clips (Model 2400S and Model 2200S transmitters only).
(3) Except Model 1500 transmitter with the Filling and Dosing application. The Model 1500 transmitter with the Filling and Dosing
application does not support Bell 202 / HART communication.
(4) HART/Bell 202 parameters are not configurable. The settings shown here are always in effect.
(5) Connection to RS-485 terminals.
(6) Available only on Model 1700/2700 transmitters with analog outputs.
Table 2-5Default communication parameters for LF-Series transmitters
Default values
Data
TransmitterPhysical layerProtocolBaud
DIN railBell 202
RS-485
Field-mount with output
option 1 or 3
Field-mount with output
Bell 202
RS-485
Bell 202
(2)(3)
(5)
(2)
(5)
(2)
option 4
(1) ProLink II automatically sets data bits appropriately for the configured protocol. Even though a data bits parameter may be
configured in the transmitter, you do not need to configure it in ProLink II. HART protocol is always 8 data bits. If your transmitter
is configured for Modbus with 7 data bits, specify Modbus ASCII; if your transmitter is configured for Modbus with 8 data bits, specify
Modbus RTU.
(2) Connection to primary mA output.
(3) Except transmitters with the Filling and Dosing application. Transmitters with the Filling and Dosing application do not support
Bell 202 / HART communication.
(4) HART/Bell 202 parameters are not configurable. The settings shown here are always in effect.
(5) Connection to RS-485 terminals.
(4)
HART
120081odd0
Modbus RTU9600 81odd1
(4)
HART
120081odd0
HART120081odd0
(4)
HART
120081odd0
bits
Stop
(1)
bitsParityAddress
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Table 2-6Default communication parameters for RFT97xx and IFT97xx transmitters
Default values
(1)
TransmitterPhysical layerProtocolBaudData bits
IFT9701/9703
RFT9712Bell 202
RFT9739 v2Bell 202
RFT9739 v3Bell 202
(1) ProLink II automatically sets data bits appropriately for the configured protocol. Even though a data bits parameter may be
configured in the transmitter, you do not need to configure it in ProLink II.
(2) IFT9701/9703 communication parameters are not configurable. The settings shown here are always in effect.
(3) Connection to primary mA output.
(4) Connection to RS-485 terminals.
(5) Dip switch settings on the transmitter are used to select either Std. comm or User defined.
(2)
Bell 202
RS-485
RS-485
RS-485
• Std. commModbus RTU960081odd1
• User definedHART120081odd0
(3)
(3)
(4)
(3)
(4)
(3)
(4)(5)
HART120081odd0
HART120081odd0
HART120081odd0
HART120081odd0
HART120081odd0
HART120081odd0
Stop bitsParityAddress
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2.7Obtain and configure a site key
To obtain and configure a site key:
1. Open the License Request file as follows:
Start > Programs > MMI > ProLink II v2.9 > ProLink II License Request Form
2. Edit the file, supplying all requested information including the site code.
To find the site code, choose
3. Save the edited file.
4. Contact Micro Motion in one of the following ways:
•Send an email to:
Flow.Support@Emerson.com
Attach the edited file to the email. The file is named LicenseRequest.txt, and in typical
installations is located in
Note: This is the default location. If the ProLink II installation program found an existing license file,
the program and License Request file were installed in the location of the license file.
•Telephone 800-522-6277 (toll-free in the U.S.), or 303-530-8250 (worldwide), and request
a site key. Have the edited registration text file available for reference.
Note: To minimize the possibility of error, Micro Motion recommends using the email method.
5. When the site key is provided:
a.Start ProLink II.
b.Choose
File > License. See Figure 2-13.
File > License (see Figure 2-13).
Program Files > MMI > ProLink II v2.9.
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Figure 2-13 License window
c.Enter the site key into the
Site Key textbox, then click Validate.
2.8Troubleshooting the ProLink II installation
If you have problems with the ProLink II installation, review the information in this section and
follow the suggestions. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact Micro Motion customer support.
2.8.1Insufficient privileges
If you are unable to install ProLink II, verify that you have the required privileges (see Section 2.2).
2.8.2Missing or corrupt Registry entries
During a successful ProLink II installation, information is written to the Windows Registry. If, for any
reason, ProLink II information in the Registry is corrupted or missing, you can replace or update the
required information as follows:
1. Choose
Start > Programs > MMI > ProLink II v2.9 > ProLink II Registrar.
2. A batch file that updates the Windows Registry will be executed. Click
pop-up messages.
3. Close the command window.
Note: You must have sufficient privileges to write to the Registry.
OK as required by the
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2.9Troubleshooting the ProLink II connection
If you cannot connect to the transmitter, review the information in this section and follow the
suggestions. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact Micro Motion customer support.
2.9.1OPC server or OPC client issues
If the Context message displays either of the following:
The OPC server could not be started.
The OPC client database could not be opened.
reinstall ProLink II, ensuring that you have the required privileges (see Section 2.2).
2.9.2Other issues
If the Context message displays either of the following:
The serial port could not be opened, or the device did not respond. Port availability and
connection wiring should be checked.
An unexpected error code was returned.
try the following:
1. Check all the wiring between the PC and the transmitter, and ensure that all components are
powered up. See the setup information for your connection type in Section 2.5, or refer to the
transmitter manual.
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2. Check all the connection parameters – baud rate, parity, stop bits, protocol, address, and COM
port – and ensure they are correct for both ProLink II and the transmitter.
3. Choose
Start > Programs > MMI > ProLink II v2.9 > ProLink II Registrar. This program
updates Registry entries.
4. Ensure that ProLink II is configured for the correct COM port. To do this, install the LED
indicator/tester. (If you purchased the ProLink II installation kit from Micro Motion, this
device was included.) Attempt a connection.
•The indicators for the TD, RD, DTR, and RTS lines should be ON. Usually they are red,
but if another program has used the COM port the RTS indicator may be green. If no
indicators are ON, you are not connected to the COM port, ProLink II is configured for the
wrong COM port, or there is a wiring problem.
•When you try to connect, verify that the RTS LED changes color or flashes. If no LED
change is detected, you are connected to the wrong COM port or the COM port isn’t
assigned correctly. Check the device manager on your PC for the proper COM port
configuration.
5. Make sure that you don’t have interference over the COM port. Other programs or devices
may be trying to use the COM port. If the TD light is flashing while you are not using
ProLink II, the COM port is in use by another program. Terminate the other program and try
again.
6. If you use the configured COM port for any other program, verify that the other program is not
currently running. Personal digital assistants (PDAs) often have automatic update programs
that use the COM ports continually.
7. For HART connections to Model 1700/2700 transmitters with the intrinsically safe outputs
option board, ensure that the terminals are externally powered.
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8. Try adding resistance to the connection.
•For HART connections, refer to the installation instructions earlier in this chapter. Verify
•For HART connections to Model 1700/2700 transmitters with the intrinsically safe outputs
•RS-485 connections may require added resistance if the connection is long-distance or if
9. For RS-485 connections, swap the leads between the two terminals and try again.
10. For Modbus network connections, ensure that ProLink II is the only Modbus master active on
the network.
11. For RS-485 connections, try connecting through the service port, if available on your
transmitter.
12. For HART/Bell 202 connections:
a.If burst mode in enabled, try disabling it.
b.Ensure that polling for external pressure/temperature is disabled.
c.Ensure that ProLink II is the only master on the network.
that there is a 250–600 Ω resistor in parallel in the communications circuit.
option board, ensure that the resistor is in series. Attach the modem across the resistor.
there is external noise that interferes with the signal. Add two 120-Ω resistors in parallel
with the output, one at each end of the communication segment.
13. For HART connections using the USB HART Interface:
a.Ensure that you have selected
Converter Toggles RTS in the ProLink II Connect
window.
b.Ensure that the required Windows driver is installed on your PC. If this driver is not
installed, Windows will not recognize the USB converter when it is plugged into the USB
port.
14. For connections to the Model 2400S transmitter, if you are using Modbus ASCII protocol with
an RS-485 connection rather than a service port connection, ensure that Modbus ASCII
support is enabled on your transmitter.
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Chapter 3
Using ProLink II Software
3.1Overview
This chapter provides information on the ProLink II user interface, including:
•Starting ProLink II and connecting to a transmitter (see Section 3.2)
•Using the Commissioning Wizard (Section 3.3)
•The ProLink II help system (see Section 3.4)
•Viewing installed options (see Section 3.5)
•Viewing process data (see Section 3.6)
•Viewing and resetting totalizers and inventories (see Section 3.7)
•Viewing status and alarms (see Section 3.8)
•Managing the ProLink II license (see Section 3.10)
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3.2Startup
When ProLink II first starts up, the ProLink II main screen and
(see Figure 3-2). Until you connect to a transmitter, most of the menu options are disabled.
3.2.1Connecting to a transmitter
Depending on your transmitter, you may have several different options for making the connection
from ProLink II to the transmitter. Review the following connection guidelines when selecting your
connection method. Instructions for making the connection are provided following the guidelines.
Connection guidelines
•You must have the appropriate signal converter for the connection type you choose. See
•Modbus connections are faster than HART connections.
•Using a HART connection from ProLink II, you cannot have more than one client window
Connect dialog box are displayed
Section 2.5.
open at a time.
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•Service port connections:
-Service ports use standard connection parameters, so you do not have to know the
transmitter’s configuration.
-ProLink II uses Modbus protocol for service port connections, which is the fastest protocol
available.
-On Model 1700/2700 transmitters, LF-Series field-mount transmitters, and Model 2400S
transmitters, the service port is always available.
-On Model 1500/2500 transmitters, LF-Series DIN-rail transmitters, and Series 3000
transmitters, the service port is available only for ten seconds after power-up. For service
port access, you will have to power down the transmitter, which may not be acceptable in
your installation.
-On Series 1700/2700 and LFT field-mount transmitters, you must open the wiring
compartment to access the service port. On Model 2400S transmitters, you must remove
the housing cover. Therefore, on these transmitters the service port is appropriate only for
temporary connections.
•HART/Bell 202 connections:
-HART/Bell 202 connections use standard connection parameters, so you don’t have to
know the transmitter’s configuration.
-Because the HART/Bell 202 connection is made over the primary mA output terminals,
the communication signal can interfere with certain procedures such as loop testing, and
may cause the output to change. Depending on how the primary mA output is being used,
this may have significant consequences for process control.
-Depending on the transmitter and wiring method, HART/Bell 202 connections may be
appropriate for both temporary and permanent connections.
•RS-485 connections:
-To use an RS-485 connection, you must know the transmitter’s configuration.
-RS-485 connections are appropriate for both temporary and permanent connections.
Making the connection – Model 7826 and 7828
1. Ensure that your PC is connected to a transmitter, using one of the methods described in
Chapter 2.
2. Choose
3. Set
Connection > Connect to Densitometer/Viscometer. See Figure 3-1.
Serial Port to the PC COM port you are using to connect to the device.
4. If you know the address of the device and you want to communicate with this product only,
enter the device address in both the
From Address and To Address fields.
5. If you do not know the address, or if you want to communicate with multiple devices, enter a
range of device addresses using the
6. Click
Connect.
ProLink II will poll all addresses in the specified range, and populate the
From Address and To Address fields.
Found list with all
Model 7826/7828 that it finds in that range. When polling is complete, select the desired address from
the
Found list. To switch to a different device, return to the connection window and select a different
address from the
Found list.
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Figure 3-1Connect to Densitometer/Viscometer window
Making the connection – all other transmitters
1. Ensure that your PC is connected to a transmitter, using one of the methods described in
Chapter 2.
2. Choose
3. Select the protocol to use. Depending on the
Connection > Connect to Device. See Figure 3-2.
Protocol option that you choose, different
communications options will be available for configuration.
4. Specify
Baud Rate, Parity, Stop Bits, COM Port, and Address/Tag as appropriate for your
connection and transmitter. See Section 2.6 for more information on these parameters.
5. If you are using the USB HART Interface, select
6. Click
Connect.
Converter Toggles RTS.
Alternately, if you do not know the address of your transmitter:
1. Click
Poll. ProLink II will poll the network for all Micro Motion transmitters, and display a
list of all transmitters found.
2. Select the transmitter to connect to, and click
OK.
Figure 3-2Connection window (all other transmitters)
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Notes:
•Due to the design of HART protocol, connections made using HART protocol are slower than
connections that use Modbus protocol. If you use HART protocol, you cannot open more than one
ProLink II window at a time.
•If you are using HART protocol and a HART tag (software tag) has been configured for your
transmitter, you can specify the HART tag instead of the HART address.
•ProLink II can connect to only one transmitter at a time. To connect to another transmitter, you
must first disconnect from the current connection.
3.2.2Disconnecting
To disconnect from the currently connected transmitter, choose
3.3Using the Commissioning Wizard
When ProLink II first connects to a transmitter, the Commissioning Wizard appears (see Figure 3-3).
The Commissioning Wizard is a tool that guides you through the most common transmitter
configuration tasks.
Notes:
•If you have configured the Commissioning Wizard not to appear, you must choose
Commissioning Wizard
to start the wizard.
•ProLink II does not preserve the task status of the wizard between sessions.
Figure 3-3Commissioning Wizard
Connection > Disconnect.
Tools >
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To start configuring your transmitter, click Next and follow the on-screen instructions provided. When
each task set is finished, the Task Status will change from Not Started to Completed, allowing you to
see what configuration steps you have already performed.
3.3.1Disabling write-protect mode
To assist with configuration, write-protect mode can be automatically disabled while using the
Commissioning Wizard. To allow ProLink II to disable write-protect mode, select
to remove device write-protection if necessary
If write-protect mode was enabled before you started the Commissioning Wizard, it will be re-enabled
as soon as you exit the wizard.
3.3.2Saving transmitter configuration
Allow the wizard
.
The Commissioning Wizard allows you to save your transmitter’s configuration to a file on the PC.
See Section 5.2 for more information about working with configuration files.
To save your transmitter’s configuration, click
3.3.3Starting the Commissioning Wizard automatically
You can control whether the Commissioning Wizard starts automatically whenever you connect to a
transmitter by enabling or disabling the
to a transmitter
checkbox.
Note: If you disable the checkbox, you will need to choose
to start the wizard.
3.4ProLink II help system
ProLink II provides context-sensitive help for most windows and dialog boxes.
•To access the complete help system, choose
•To access help for a specific window or dialog box, make the object active, then press F1.
3.5Viewing installed options
Many transmitters can be purchased with application options. To view the list of installed options,
choose
View > Installed Options. See Figure 3-4. Installed options are selected.
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Save Transmitter Configuration.
Always start the Commissioning Wizard after connecting
Tools > Commissioning Wizard in order
Help > Help Topics.
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Figure 3-4Installed Options window
3.6Viewing process data
ProLink II provides the following windows for viewing process data and related information:
•
Process Variables window
•
Output Levels window
Tota liz er Control window
•
The following windows are available if the associated option has been installed on the transmitter:
•
API Process Variables window
CM Process Variables window
•
All of these windows are opened from the
ProLink menu. For information on the data displayed in
these windows, see the transmitter manual, the application manual, or the ProLink II help system (see
Section 3.4).
3.7Viewing and resetting totalizers and inventories
The
Totalizer Control window is used to:
•View current values of the totalizers and inventories
•Start, stop, and reset totalizers
•Reset inventories
•Reset frequency input total (Series 3000 transmitters only)
If the concentration measurement application is available and enabled in the transmitter, the
Totalizer Control
window is used to view and control totalizers and inventories related to the
concentration measurement application.
CM
Inventories can be reset only if this function is enabled in the
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To enable inventory reset:
1. Choose
2. Select
View > Preferences.
Enable Inventory Totals Reset.
3. Click
Apply (if necessary).
To manage totalizers and inventories:
1. Choose
ProLink > Totalizer Control or ProLink > CM Totalizer Control (if the concentration
measurement application is enabled in the transmitter). See Figure 3-5.
2. Use the buttons in this window to start, stop, or reset the totalizers and/or inventories.
Note: The
Start, Stop, and Reset buttons displayed under All Totals affect the mass totalizer, the
volume totalizer, and all API-related totalizers.
3. The
Reset Inventories button under All Totals is displayed only if this function is enabled
(see above). Use this button to reset all inventories, including API-related inventories.
Note: ProLink II does not support separate resetting of the API volume totalizer and API volume
inventory. To reset these, you must reset all totalizers or all inventories.
Figure 3-5Totalizer Control window
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3.8Viewing meter status
ProLink II allows you to view a variety of status information:
•
Connection LED – located in the lower right corner of the main window (see Figure 3-2).
This LED indicates the status of the connection between ProLink II and the transmitter:
-Green – Good connection
-Red – Connection fault
-Gray – No connection
•
Device Fault Status LED – located in the lower right corner of the main window (see
Figure 3-2). This LED indicates whether or not alarms are active:
-Green – No active alarms
-Red – One or more active alarms
-Gray – Unknown
See Section 3.9 for more information about alarms.
•
Diagnostic Information window – displays sensor diagnostic data
•
Output Levels window – displays current data for the transmitter’s mA, frequency, and
discrete outputs, and also displays discrete event status
•
Status window – displays alarm status. See Section 3.9 for more information about alarms.
Alarm Log window – displays alarm status and alarm acknowledgment status. See Section 3.9
•
for more information about alarms.
•
Core Processor Diagnostics window – displays detailed diagnostic data for the core
processor component
Note: The Core Processor Diagnostics window is read-only. If changes are required, contact
Micro Motion.
•
FingerPrint window – displays detailed information for both process variable data and sensor
diagnostic data
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3.9Viewing and acknowledging alarms
The transmitter sets alarms whenever a process variable exceeds its defined limits or when the
transmitter detects a fault condition.
3.9.1Viewing alarms
There are two ways to view alarms:
•Using the
tabs:
Status window (see Figure 3-6). In this window, alarms are organized into three
Critical, Informational, and Operational. If an alarm is active, the associated tab is
highlighted. In each panel, active alarms are indicated with red lights; inactive alarms are
indicated with green lights. This window displays only current alarm data and does not display
alarm history.
Alarms in the
Status window are independent of user-programmed alarm severity. That is,
alarms will still appear in the
•Using the
panels:
Alarm Log window (see Figure 3-7). In this window, alarms are organized into two
High Priority and Low Priority. These panels list all active alarms and all alarms that
are no longer active but have not been acknowledged:
-A red light indicates a currently active alarm.
-A green light indicates an alarm that is no longer active but has not been acknowledged.
Status window even when their severity is configured to Ignore.
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Unlike the
Alarms that are configured to Ignore will not appear in the
Status window, alarms in the Alarm Log do respond to user-configured severity.
Alarm Log.
Notes:
•The organization of alarms in the Status and Alarm Log windows is predefined and is not
configurable. For example, an alarm on the Critical tab cannot be moved to the Informational tab.
•For information about a specific alarm condition, see your transmitter manual.
Figure 3-6Status window
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Figure 3-7Alarm Log window
3.9.2Acknowledging alarms
To acknowledge an alarm using ProLink II, you must use the
To acknowledge an alarm:
1. Choose
2. Select
ProLink > Alarm Log.
Ack for each alarm you want to acknowledge.
-If the alarm is no longer active (green light), the alarm will be cleared from the list, and the
Alarm Log window will be updated as soon as new data is received from the transmitter.
-If the alarm is still active (red light), the red light will remain, but the name of the alarm
will be grayed out. The alarm will be cleared from the list as soon as it is no longer active.
3.10Managing the ProLink II license
Both the ProLink II temporary license and permanent license are keyed to a specific disk and a
specific folder or directory on a specific PC. If you want to move the ProLink II installation, you must
use the appropriate license transfer function:
•
To Di recto ry is used to transfer ProLink II to another location on the same PC.
•
Out of Computer and Into Computer are used to transfer ProLink II to another PC.
Alarm Log window.
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3.10.1Transferring to same PC
To transfer ProLink II to another location on the same PC:
1. Choose
File > License.
2. Click
To Directory.
3. Specify the directory to which ProLink II will be transferred.
4. Install ProLink II in the new directory, following the instructions in Section 2.3. As part of this
procedure, you will be required to de-install the current installation.
3.10.2Transferring to different PC
1. At the target PC (the PC to which you are transferring):
a.Install ProLink II, following the instructions in Section 2.3.
b.In the new installation, choose
c.Click
Into Computer and supply a diskette when requested. ProLink II will write license
File > License.
transfer data to the diskette.
2. At the source PC (the PC where ProLink II is currently installed):
a.Start ProLink II and choose
b.Click
Out of Computer and insert the transfer diskette. ProLink II will copy the license to
File > License.
the transfer diskette. At this point, the license is no longer valid on the source PC.
3. At the target PC:
a.In the
License window, click Into Computer.
b.Insert the transfer diskette. ProLink II will copy the license to the new installation, and you
can begin using the program in the new location.
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Chapter 4
Initial Transmitter Startup Procedures
4.1Overview
The first time you start up your transmitter, it may be useful to perform one or more of the following
tasks:
•Perform a loop test on transmitter outputs (and inputs, if your transmitter has a discrete input
or frequency input)
•Trim the mA outputs
•Zero the meter
Not all transmitters or all meters require these steps. Refer to the transmitter manual shipped with
your device.
4.2Loop tests
A loop test is a means to:
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•Verify that outputs are being sent by the transmitter and received accurately by the receiving
devices
•Determine whether or not you need to trim the mA outputs
•Verify that the discrete input or frequency input sent by an external device is being received
correctly by the transmitter (if the transmitter has a discrete input or frequency input)
The general procedure for performing a loop test is shown in Figure 4-1. You can also perform a loop
test from the Commissioning Wizard:
1. Choose
2. Click
3. Click
Tools > Commissioning Wizard.
Task 5: Perform loop tests.
Next.
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Fix Milliamp 1
Fix Milliamp 2
Fix Freq OutRead Discrete InputFix Discrete Out 1
Fix Discrete Out 2
Enter pulses/second
(Hz) value
Toggle remote input
device
Read output at
receiving device
Read output at
receiving device
Loop test successful
UnFix
Check output wiring
Troubleshoot output
Correct?
Read output at
receiving device
ON or OFF
Verify reading at
transmitter
Enter mA value
Ye sNo output
Correct?
Fix FrequencyFix mA
Fix Discrete Output
Correct?Correct?
Loop test successfulCheck input wiring
Troubleshoot remote
device
Ye sNo input
Read Freq Input
Read frequency at
remote device
Verify reading at
transmitter
Correct?
ProLink > Test
Figure 4-1Loop test procedure
4.3Trimming the milliamp (mA) output(s)
Trimming the mA output creates a common measurement range between the transmitter and the device
that receives the mA output. For example, a transmitter might send a 4 mA signal that the receiving
device reports incorrectly as 3.8 mA. If the transmitter output is trimmed correctly, it will send a
signal appropriately compensated to ensure that the receiving device actually indicates a 4 mA signal.
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Note the following:
•If you have two mA outputs, you should trim both.
•You must trim the output at both the 4 mA and 20 mA points to ensure appropriate
compensation across the entire output range.
•If you are trimming the primary mA output, and you are connected to the transmitter via the
primary mA output (HART/Bell 202), the communication signal to ProLink II will affect the
reading. Disconnect ProLink II before reading the output, then reconnect and resume the trim,
after taking the reading. If you are using any other protocol, this is not required.
•Any trimming performed on the output should not exceed ±200 microamps. If more trimming
is required, contact Micro Motion customer support.
To trim mA outputs, choose
Milliamp 1 Trim
1. Choose
2. Click
3. Click
. You can also initiate mA trim from the Commissioning Wizard:
Tools > Commissioning Wizard.
Task 6: Trim mA outputs.
Next.
Figure 4-2Milliamp trim wizard – Screen 1
ProLink > Calibration > Milliamp 1 Trim or ProLink > Calibration >
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This screen allows you to compare the transmitter output (the
Present Output value) to the
output level being received at an external device.
4. Read the mA output level at the receiving device.
5. Type the value that you read at the receiving device in the
6. Click
Next. At this point, the transmitter trims the milliamp output and displays the adjusted
Enter Meas box.
output in the following screen:
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Figure 4-3Milliamp trim wizard – Screen 2
If the adjusted output is not 4.0:
a.Click
Back.
b.Read the output level at the receiving device and enter the new value in the
box.
c.Click
Next.
Enter Meas
d.Repeat until the adjusted output is 4.0 (or close enough for your application).
If the adjusted output is 4.0, click
7. Click
Next to repeat this procedure to trim the 20 mA output.
Once you have completed the 20 mA trim, the procedure is complete. Click
4.4Zeroing the meter
Zeroing the meter establishes the meter’s point of reference when there is no flow. Zeroing is not
universally required for proper flowmeter operation. If you are unsure about whether you need to
zero, contact Micro Motion.
When you zero the meter, you may need to adjust the zero time parameter. Zero time is the amount of
time the transmitter takes to determine its zero-flow reference point. The default zero time is
20 seconds, which is appropriate for most applications.
•A long zero time may produce a more accurate zero reference but is more likely to result in a
zero failure. This is due to the increased possibility of noisy flow, which causes incorrect
calibration.
•A short zero time is less likely to result in a zero failure but may produce a less accurate zero
reference.
Do not zero the meter if a high severity alarm is active. Correct the problem, then zero the meter. You
may zero the meter if a low severity alarm is active. See Section 3.8 for information on viewing
transmitter status and alarms.
Next.
Finish.
Note: In some menus, a convergence limit parameter is displayed. This parameter applies only to the
RFT9739 transmitter. Micro Motion recommends that you use the default value for convergence limit.
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CAUTION
To zero the meter:
1. Prepare the meter for zeroing:
a.Apply power to the meter. Wait several minutes to allow the meter to warm up:
•For IFT or RFT transmitters, wait for approximately 30 minutes.
•For Series 1000/2000/3000 transmitters, LF-Series transmitters, and MVD Direct
Connect, wait for approximately 20 minutes.
b.Run the process fluid through the sensor until the sensor temperature reaches the normal
process operating temperature.
c.Close the shutoff valve downstream from the sensor.
d.Ensure that the sensor is completely filled with fluid.
e.Ensure that the process flow has completely stopped.
If fluid is flowing through the sensor, the sensor zero calibration may be
inaccurate, resulting in inaccurate process measurement.
To improve the sensor zero calibration and measurement accuracy, ensure that
process flow through the sensor has completely stopped.
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2. To start the zeroing procedure from the ProLink menu, choose
Calibration
. See Figure 4-4.
ProLink > Calibration > Zero
3. To start the zeroing procedure from the Commissioning Wizard (then refer to Figure 4-4):
a.Choose
b.Click
c.Click
The Commissioning Wizard will display the dialog box shown below. Click
Zero
only if you know zeroing is necessary for your application.
Tools > Commissioning Wizard.
Task 7: Zero Calibration.
Next.
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Figure 4-4Zeroing
4. Change the
Zero Time if necessary. You will need to click Apply to send the new value to the
transmitter before performing the actual zeroing procedure.
5. If the Convergence Limit parameter is displayed, type a new convergence limit in the
Converg. Limit box or accept the default value.
6. Click
Perform Auto Zero. The meter will begin zeroing. The Calibration in Progress status
light will turn red.
7. Wait until the zero time has expired. At the end of this time:
•If the
Calibration Failure status light turns red, the zero procedure failed.
-See your transmitter manual for troubleshooting procedures.
-If desired, use the buttons in the dialog box to restore the previous zero value or the
zero value established during factory calibration.
Note: These two functions are not available on all transmitters.
•If the
Calibration in Progress status light returns to green and the Calibration Failure
status light does not turn red, the zero procedure succeeded.
8. Click
Close.
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Chapter 5
CAUTION
Transmitter Configuration, Characterization,
and Calibration
5.1Overview
This chapter describes:
•Saving and loading transmitter configuration files (Section 5.2)
•Configuring a transmitter (Section 5.3)
•Using the Gas Unit Configurator utility (Section 5.3.1)
•Characterizing a transmitter (Section 5.4)
•Calibrating a meter for pressure or temperature (Section 5.5)
•Configuring pressure compensation (Section 5.6)
•Configuring temperature compensation (Section 5.7)
•Setting up polling (Section 5.8)
5.2Using configuration files
ProLink II can read your transmitter’s configuration and save it to a file on your PC. This file can then
be loaded back to the same transmitter, loaded to another transmitter of the same type, and saved for
backup and reference. Micro Motion recommends this step for all transmitters accessible through
ProLink II.
5.2.1Saving a configuration file to a PC
To save a configuration file to a PC:
1. Choose
File > Load from Xmtr to File.
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2. Specify a name and location for the configuration file and click
unique name.
3. Click
4. When the load is complete, click
This file is now available on your PC for copying, saving, sending, and reloading.
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Download Configuration.
Close.
Editing the configuration file can introduce errors.
To avoid introducing errors into the transmitter configuration file, save an original
version and work on a copy. If you do this, you will always be able to restore the
original version.
Save. Be sure to specify a
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5.2.2Loading a configuration file to a transmitter
To load a configuration file:
1. Choose
File > Send to Xmtr from File.
2. Use the file dialog to locate the configuration file and click
3. Click
Upload Configuration.
4. When the load is complete, click
If problems occur during the load:
1. Choose
2. Select
View > Preferences.
Error Log On.
3. Try to load the configuration file again.
ProLink II will now save an error log for the load process, and will display a message telling you
where to find the log file.
5.3Configuring a transmitter
The procedures in this section provide a general method for configuring your transmitter using
ProLink II. Depending on the transmitter you are connected to, different tabs are displayed, and
different options are displayed on each tab.
For specific configuration information for your transmitter, refer to the transmitter manual.
Transmitter manuals are shipped with the transmitter, and are also available on the Micro Motion web
site (www.micromotion.com).
To configure a transmitter, choose
Open.
Close.
ProLink > Configuration. See Figure 5-1.
Note: Before making changes to your transmitter’s configuration, be sure that you have saved the
configuration to a file as described in Section 5.2.
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Figure 5-1Configuration window
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Whenever you make configuration changes on a particular tab, the tab color changes to yellow. To
send the changes you have made to the transmitter, click
individual tab, click
After you click
Before you click
Cancel.
Apply, the following dialog box appears:
OK, make sure your process is in a state that can tolerate the new transmitter
Apply. To discard changes on an
configuration. The new value(s) will be sent to the transmitter, and will take effect immediately.
Click
Cancel if this is not acceptable. After you click OK, the tab display color returns to gray.
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CAUTION
5.3.1Using the Gas Unit Configurator tool
Note: For Model 2400S transmitters, and for Series 1000/2000 and LF-Series transmitters with
firmware version 5.0 and above, the Gas Unit Configurator tool is not available because standard
and normal units are pre-defined in the transmitter.
For many gas applications, standard or normal volume flow rate is used as the quasi mass flow rate.
Standard or normal volume flow rate is calculated as the mass flow rate divided by the density of the
gas at a reference condition.
To configure a mass flow special unit that represents standard or normal volume flow rate, you must
calculate the mass flow conversion factor from the density of the gas at a reference temperature,
pressure, and composition. ProLink II v1.2 and later offers a Gas Unit Configurator tool to calculate
this mass flow conversion factor. The tool will automatically update the mass flow conversion factor
Special Units tab.
in the
Note: Micro Motion recommends that you do not use the meter to measure actual volume flow of a
gas (volumetric flow at line conditions). If you need to measure actual volume flow of a gas, contact
Micro Motion customer support.
The meter should not be used for measuring the actual volume of gases.
Standard or normal volume is the traditional unit for gas flow. Coriolis meters
measure mass. Mass divided by standard or normal density yields standard or
normal volume units.
To use the Gas Unit Configurator:
1. Choose
2. Select the
3. Select either
4. Click
Tools > Gas Unit Configurator.
Time Unit that your special unit will be based on.
English Units or SI Units.
Next.
5. Define the standard density to be used in calculations.
•To use a fixed standard density, click the top radio button, enter a value for standard
density in the
Standard Density box, and click Next.
•To use a calculated standard density, click the second radio button and click
enter values for
the next panel, and click
Reference Temperature, Reference Pressure, and Specific Gravity on
Next.
6. Check the values displayed.
•If they are appropriate for your application, click
written to the transmitter.
•If they are not appropriate for your application, click
return to the relevant panel, correct the problem, then repeat the above steps.
Next. Then
Finish. The special unit data will be
Back as many times as necessary to
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5.4Characterizing the meter
Characterizing the meter adjusts the transmitter to compensate for the unique traits of the sensor it is
paired with. The characterization parameters, or calibration parameters, describe the sensor’s
sensitivity to flow, density, and temperature.
5.4.1When to characterize
If the transmitter and the sensor were ordered together as a Coriolis meter, then the meter has already
been characterized. You need to characterize the meter only if the transmitter and the sensor are being
paired together for the first time.
5.4.2Characterization parameters
The characterization parameters that must be configured depend on your meter’s sensor type:
“T-Series” or “Other” (also referred to as “Straight Tube” and “Curved Tube,” respectively), as listed
in Table 5-1. The “Other” category includes all Micro Motion sensors except T-Series. Table 5-1 also
shows the location of each parameter within ProLink II.
The characterization parameters are provided on the sensor tag. The format of the sensor tag varies
depending on your sensor’s date of purchase. See Figures 5-2 and 5-3 for illustrations of newer and
older sensor tags.
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Table 5-1Sensor calibration parameters
Sensor type
ParameterProLink II location
K1Configuration/Density✓✓
K2Configuration/Density✓✓
FDConfiguration/Density✓✓
D1Configuration/Density✓✓
D2Configuration/Density✓✓
Temp coeff (DT)
FlowcalConfiguration/Flow✓
FCF and FTConfiguration/Flow✓
FCFConfiguration/Flow✓
FTGConfiguration/T-Series Config✓
FFQConfiguration/T-Series Config✓
DTGConfiguration/T-Series Config✓
DFQ1Configuration/T-Series Config✓
DFQ2Configuration/T-Series Config✓
(1) See the section entitled “Density calibration factors.”
(2) On some sensor tags, shown as TC.
(3) See the section entitled “Flow calibration values.”
(4) Older T-Series sensors. See the section entitled “Flow calibration values.”
(5) Newer T-Series sensors. See the section entitled “Flow calibration values.”
(2)
Configuration/Density✓✓
T- S eri e sOt h e r
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(1)
(3)
(4)
(5)
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Figure 5-3Sample calibration tags – All sensors except T-Series
Density calibration factors
If your sensor tag does not show a D1 or D2 value:
•For D1, enter the Dens A or D1 value from the calibration certificate. This value is the
line-condition density of the low-density calibration fluid. Micro Motion uses air.
•For D2, enter the Dens B or D2 value from the calibration certificate. This value is the
line-condition density of the high-density calibration fluid. Micro Motion uses water.
If your sensor tag does not show a K1 or K2 value:
•For K1, enter the first 5 digits of the density calibration factor. In the sample tag in Figure 5-3,
this value is shown as
12500.
•For K2, enter the second 5 digits of the density calibration factor. In the sample tag in
Figure 5-3, this value is shown as
14286.
If your sensor does not show an FD value, contact Micro Motion customer service.
If your sensor tag does not show a DT or TC value, enter the last 3 digits of the density calibration
factor. In the sample tag in Figure 5-3, this value is shown as
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Flow FCF X.XXXXFT X.XX
Flow calibration values
Two separate values are used to describe flow calibration: a 6-character FCF value and a 4-character
FT value. Both values contain decimal points. During characterization, these are entered as a single
10-character string that includes two decimal points. In ProLink II, this value is called the Flowcal
parameter. In the Communicator, this value is called the FCF for T-Series sensors and Flowcal for
other sensors.
To obtain the required value:
•For older T-Series sensors, concatenate the FCF value and the FT value from the sensor tag, as
shown below.
•For newer T-Series sensors, the 10-character string is represented on the sensor tag as the FCF
value. The value should be entered exactly as shown, including the decimal points. No
concatenation is required.
•For all other sensors, the 10-character string is represented on the sensor tag as the Flow Cal
value. The value should be entered exactly as shown, including the decimal points. No
concatenation is required.
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5.4.3How to characterize
To characterize the meter:
1. In the
ProLink > Configuration > Device panel, specify your sensor type and click Apply.
2. Set each of the required parameters, as listed in Table 5-1, to the appropriate value, as
described in the previous sections.
5.5Calibrating the meter
The meter measures process variables based on fixed points of reference. Calibration adjusts those
points of reference.
This section provides a general method for calibration. For specific calibration information for your
transmitter, refer to the transmitter manual. Transmitter manuals are shipped with the transmitter, and
are also available on the Micro Motion web site.
The
Calibration menu, shown in Figure 5-4, is used to begin the calibration procedures.
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Figure 5-4ProLink II calibration options
5.5.1When to calibrate
The transmitter is factory calibrated and does not normally need to be calibrated in the field. Calibrate
the transmitter only if you must do so to meet regulatory requirements. Micro Motion recommends
using meter factors, rather than calibration, to adjust the meter to specific conditions. Before
calibrating, contact Micro Motion customer service.
5.5.2Density calibration
Density calibration includes the following calibration points:
•All sensors:
-D1 calibration (low-density)
-D2 calibration (high-density)
•T-Series sensors only:
-D3 calibration (optional)
-D4 calibration (optional)
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CAUTION
CAUTION
For T-Series sensors, the optional D3 and D4 calibrations could improve the accuracy of the density
measurement. If you choose to perform the D3 and D4 calibration:
•Do not perform the D1 or D2 calibration.
•Perform D3 calibration if you have one calibrated fluid.
•Perform both D3 and D4 calibrations if you have two calibrated fluids (other than air and
water).
Before beginning density calibration, review the following requirements. To perform a D1 and D2
density calibration, see Figure 5-5. To perform a D3 density calibration or a D3 and D4 density
calibration, see Figure 5-6.
Sensor requirements
During density calibration, the sensor must be completely filled with the calibration fluid, and there
must be no flow through the sensor. This is usually accomplished by closing the shutoff valve
downstream from the sensor, then filling the sensor with the appropriate fluid.
Density calibration fluid requirements
D1 and D2 density calibration require a D1 (low-density) fluid and a D2 (high-density) fluid. You
may use air and water. If you are calibrating a T-Series sensor, the D1 fluid must be air and the D2
fluid must be water.
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For T-Series sensors, the D1 calibration must be performed on air.
For T-Series sensors, the D2 calibration must be performed on water.
For D3 density calibration, the D3 fluid must meet the following requirements:
•Minimum density of 0.6 g/cm
3
•Minimum difference of 0.1 g/cm3 between the density of the D3 fluid and the density of water.
The density of the D3 fluid may be either greater or less than the density of water
For D4 density calibration, the D4 fluid must meet the following requirements:
•Minimum density of 0.6 g/cm
3
•Minimum difference of 0.1 g/cm3 between the density of the D4 fluid and the density of the
D3 fluid. The density of the D4 fluid must be greater than the density of the D3 fluid
•Minimum difference of 0.1 g/cm
3
between the density of the D4 fluid and the density of water.
The density of the D4 fluid may be either greater or less than the density of water
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Fill sensor with D1 fluid
Calibration
Density cal - Point 1
Do Cal
Enter density of D1 fluid
Fill sensor with D2 fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Calibration
Density cal - Point 2
Do Cal
Enter density of D2 fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Close shutoff valve
downstream from sensor
CloseClose
Figure 5-5D1 and D2 density calibration
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Fill sensor with D3 fluid
Calibration
Density cal - Point 3
Do Cal
Enter density of D3 fluid
Fill sensor with D4 fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Calibration
Density cal - Point 4
Do Cal
Enter density of D4 fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Close shutoff valve
downstream from sensor
Done
CloseClose
Figure 5-6D3 or D3 and D4 density calibration
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Fill sensor with
low-temperature fluid
Fill sensor with
high-temperature fluid
Calibration
Temp slope cal
Do Cal
Enter temperature of
high-temperature fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Wait until sensor achieves
thermal equilibrium
Calibration
Temp offset cal
Do Cal
Enter temperature of
low-temperature fluid
Calibration in Progress
light turns red
ProLink
Calibration in Progress
light turns green
Wait until sensor achieves
thermal equilibrium
CloseClose
5.5.3Temperature calibration
Temperature calibration is a two-point procedure: temperature offset calibration and temperature
slope calibration. The entire procedure must be completed without interruption. To perform a
temperature calibration, see Figure 5-7.
Figure 5-7Temperature calibration
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5.6Compensating for pressure
Some Micro Motion transmitters can compensate for the effect of pressure on the sensor flow tubes.
Pressure effect is defined as the change in sensor flow and density sensitivity due to process pressure
change away from calibration pressure.
5.6.1Options
There are two ways to compensate for pressure:
•If the pressure is a known static value, you may choose to enter the external pressure in the
software and not poll a pressure measurement device.
•If the operating pressure varies significantly, you may choose to have the transmitter poll for
an updated pressure value from an external pressure measurement device. Polling requires
HART protocol.
Note: If you poll for pressure, ensure that the external pressure measurement device is accurate and
reliable.
5.6.2Pressure correction factors
When configuring pressure compensation, you must provide the flow calibration pressure – the
pressure at which the meter was calibrated (which therefore defines the pressure at which there will be
no effect on the calibration factor). Enter 20 PSIG unless the calibration document for your sensor
indicates a different calibration pressure.
Two additional pressure correction factors may be configured: one for flow and one for density. These
are defined as follows:
•Flow factor – the percent change in the flow rate per psi
•Density factor – the change in fluid density, in g/cm
3
/psi
Not all sensors or applications require pressure correction factors. For the values to be used, obtain the
pressure effect values from the product data sheet for your sensor, then reverse the signs (e.g., if the
pressure effect is 0.000004, enter a pressure correction factor of –0.000004). For more information,
contact Micro Motion customer service.
5.6.3Configuration
To enable and configure pressure compensation:
1. From the
Compensation
2. Open the
3. Enter new values in the
View menu, select Preferences and ensure that the Enable External Pressure
checkbox is checked.
Configuration panel and click the Pressure tab.
Flow factor, Density factor, and Cal Pressure boxes. See the
discussion in the previous section.
4. If you will poll an external device for pressure data:
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a.If your transmitter is a model RFT9739, RFT9712 or IFT9701/03, set
Pressure units to
the unit used by the external pressure measurement device.
b.Click
Apply.
c.Follow the polling setup instructions in Section 5.8.
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5. If you will use a static pressure value:
a.Type the pressure value in the
b.Click
Apply.
External Pressure box.
c.Ensure that neither polled variable is configured to poll for pressure. Polling for
temperature is allowed. See Section 5.8.
5.7Compensating for temperature
Temperature data are used in several different calculations. Micro Motion sensors always report
temperature data to the transmitter. For greater accuracy, you can configure the transmitter to use a
different temperature value:
•If the temperature is a known static value, you may choose to enter the external temperature in
the software and not poll a temperature measurement device.
•If the operating temperature varies significantly, you may choose to have the transmitter poll
for an updated temperature value from an external temperature measurement device. Polling
requires HART protocol.
Note: If you have core processor v2.1 or earlier, the external temperature data are used for all
calculations that require temperature or values. If you have core processor v2.2 or later, the external
temperature data are used only for calculation of the derived variable in enhanced density
applications or the CTL (Correction for Temperature on volume of Liquids) value in petroleum
measurement applications.
Note: If you poll for temperature, ensure that the external temperature measurement device is
accurate and reliable, and ensure that the transmitter is configured to use the same temperature unit
that the external temperature measurement device is using.
To enable and configure temperature compensation:
1. From the
View menu, select Preferences and ensure that the Use External Temperature
checkbox is checked.
2. If you will poll an external device for temperature data, follow the polling setup instructions in
Section 5.8.
3. If you will use a static temperature value:
a.Open the
b.Type the temperature value in the
c.Click
Configuration panel and click the Temperature tab.
External Temperature box.
Apply.
d.Ensure that neither polled variable is configured to poll for temperature. Polling for
pressure is allowed. See Section 5.8.
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5.8Configuring polling
Polling is used to retrieve temperature or pressure data from an external device. These data can then
be used for API calculation or other process variable calculations in applications that require pressure
or temperature compensation. You may query one or two external devices.
You must also ensure that the primary mA output has been wired for HART protocol. See Chapter 2
or the installation manual for your transmitter.
To configure polling:
1. From the
View menu, select Preferences.
a.To use the external pressure data, ensure that the
Compensation
check box is checked.
b.To use the external temperature data, ensure that the
box is checked.
c.Click
2. Ensure that the
Apply.
External Temperature box in the Temperature tab has not been set. The
default value is 32.00 °F (0.0000 °C).
3. Click the
Polled Variables tab in the Configuration panel.
4. For Polled Variable 1:
a.Click the arrow in the
list. Choose
Poll DP HART Primary if the external device might be accessed by another
Polling Control box, and select a HART polling method from the
device acting as a secondary master (e.g., a HART Communicator). Choose
HART Secondary
if the external device might be accessed by another device acting as a
primary master.
b.Click
c.In the
d.Click the arrow in the
e.Click
f.The value displayed in the
Apply. Polling parameters are now displayed for configuration.
External Tag box, type the HART tag of the external device that you will poll.
Var iable Type box, and select a process variable.
Apply.
Current Value textbox is the value received from the external
device. Verify the value.
5. Repeat these steps for Polled Variable 2, if required.
Enable External Pressure
Use External Temperature check
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Poll DP
Note: For some transmitters, the Polling Control selection for Polled Variable 1 is automatically used
for Polled Variable 2. No configuration is required.
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Chapter 6
Meter Verification
6.1Overview
Meter verification evaluates the structural integrity of the sensor tubes by comparing current tube
stiffness to the stiffness measured at the factory. Stiffness is defined as the load per unit deflection, or
force divided by displacement. Because a change in structural integrity changes the sensor’s response
to mass and density, this value can be used as an indicator of measurement performance. Changes in
tube stiffness are typically caused by erosion, corrosion, or tube damage.
Notes:
(1) To use meter verification, the transmitter must be paired with an enhanced core processor, and the
meter verification option must be installed on your transmitter. To check whether this option is
installed, choose
(2) Micro Motion recommends that you perform meter verification on a regular basis.
View > Installed Options.
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The availability of meter verification, and the specific features presented by meter verification, depend
on the transmitter. For information about performing the meter verification test with your transmitter,
refer to the transmitter manual.
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Chapter 7
Data Logger
7.1Overview
The Data Logger tool allows periodic logging of user-selected meter data, including process variables,
diagnostic variables, and output levels. Data logged via Data Logger can be viewed or imported into
external programs such as spreadsheets for further analysis.
7.2Using Data Logger
To access the Data Logger, choose
You will need to define the log file, specify the type of data to be logged and the frequency of data
points, and start the logging process.
7.2.1Defining the log file
To define the log file:
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Plug-ins > Data Logging > Data Logger. See Figure 7-1.
1. Specify the log file format using the
•
.txt – standard text file
•
.csv – comma separated values, for import into standard spreadsheets
.dif – data interchange format, for import into standard spreadsheets
•
2. Enter the name for the log in the
3. Click the “
saved.
4. Specify
Note: If you are using HART protocol, be careful not to set Update Rate too high. On HART/Bell 202,
Micro Motion suggests logging as few variables as possible, and setting the update rate to 5–10
seconds (50000–10000 msec). The same restrictions apply to HART/RS485 at lower baud rates,
especially 1200 baud.
5. Select the
to the log.
6. Use the
•To log only when variable values change, select
•To log data continuously irrespective of whether process data change or not, select
...” button to bring up a file browser and specify the location where the log will be
Update Rate and unit to control the frequency of data points in the log.
Include Status Error Logging checkbox to cause ProLink II to write status errors
Log On radio buttons to specify how the data will be logged:
will be logged for each variable as soon as the logging is started, but subsequent data
points will be logged only if the values change. If process variables are stable, no data will
be recorded.
Interval
Rate
. Data will be logged continuously according to the time interval set in the Update
textbox.
File Type radio buttons. Options include:
Filename textbox.
Device Data Change. An initial value
Time
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Note: The log file can become very large if you choose Time Interval and log for a long period of
time. Be sure to set the Update Rate accordingly.
Figure 7-1Data Logger
7.2.2Specifying log contents
Variables that are available for inclusion are shown in the
Parameters group. To add data to be
included in the log:
1. Click the
ProcessVars, Diagnostics, OutputVars, or AllVars tab.
2. Highlight the variable you want to include in the log.
3. Click
Variables that are set to be included are shown in the
Add.
Current Log group. To remove data from
inclusion in the log:
1. Highlight the variable you want to remove.
2. Click
3. To remove all variables from the
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Remove.
Current Log list, click Clear All.
Data Logger
While Data Logger is running, you can add a note to the log by entering the note in the textbox, then
clicking
added after the note.
7.2.3Starting and stopping the logging function
You can start and stop Data Logger either manually or automatically.
Add Note. The note is added to the current end of the log. Subsequent data points will be
•The controls for starting and stopping Data Logger manually are found in the
Current Log
group.
-To start Data Logger manually, click
-To stop Data Logger manually, click
•The controls for starting and stopping Data Logger automatically are found in the
Start.
Stop.
Timer
group.
-To start Data Logger automatically, enter the date and time in the
select the
Enable checkbox.
-To stop Data Logger automatically, enter the date and time in the
select the
Enable checkbox.
Start time fields and
Stop time fields, then
You can combine the manual and automatic methods of controlling Data Logger. For example, you
can start the logging function manually and also set a stop time to stop it automatically.
While Data Logger is running, the
Note: The
Data Logger window must be open for logging to occur. If you close the Data Logger
Log Statistics fields are continuously updated.
window, logging is stopped automatically.
7.2.4Data Logger tools
Data Logger provides several tools for ease of use:
•You can move specific variables to the
variables to the
Diagnostics, Output Vars, or All Vars tab, then click Add to Favorites.
Current Log list. To do this, highlight a variable in the Process Vars,
Favorites tab, and work from the Favorites tab to add
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•You can save specific log configurations. To do this, click
Save Settings and specify a file
name and location.
•You can reload specific log configurations. To do this, click
Load Settings and specify the file
name and location of the log configuration file.
•You can save the current transmitter configuration to your PC. To do this, click
Transmitter Configuration
and specify a file name and location.
Save
Note: The format of this configuration file matches the format of the configuration file saved via the
File menu. They can be used interchangeably.
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Appendix A
RFT9739 field-mount
17 (PV+)18 (PV –)
D30
(PV–)
CN2
RFT9739 rack-mount
HART jack
27 (RS-485/A)
26 (RS-485/B)
D22
(RS-485/A)
Z22
(RS-485/B)
Z30
(PV+)
HART/Bell-202
hookups
Transmitter Terminal Reference
A.1Overview
This appendix provides diagrams of the transmitter terminals that can be used for a ProLink II
connection. The following transmitters are shown:
•RFT9739 transmitters (see Figure A-1)
•RFT9712 and IFT9701/9703 transmitters (see Figure A-2)
•Model 1500/2500 and LF-Series DIN-rail transmitters (see Figure A-3)
•Model 1700/2700 and LF-Series field-mount transmitters (see Figure A-4)
•Model 2200S transmitters (and adapter-barrier) (see Figure A-5)
•Model 2400S transmitters with analog outputs (see Figure A-6)
•Model 2400S transmitters with DeviceNet (see Figure A-7)
•Model 2400S transmitters with PROFIBUS-DP (see Figure A-8)
Meter VerificationTransmitter TerminalsData LoggerTransmitter Configuration
•Series 3000 transmitters (see Figure A-9)
•Core processor and enhanced core processor (see Figure A-10)
•MVD Direct Connect I.S. barrier (see Figure A-11)
For detailed instructions on connecting ProLink II to your transmitter, see Chapter 2.
A.2Transmitter terminal diagrams
Figure A-1RFT9739 transmitters
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Transmitter Terminal Reference
17 (+)16 (–)
RFT9712
IFT9701 / IFT9703
22 (RS-485/B)21 (RS-485/A)
HART/Bell-202 hookups
4–20mA
21 (PV+)22 (PV–)
33
(RS-485/A)
34
(RS-485/B)
Figure A-2RFT9712 and IFT9701/9793 transmitters
Figure A-3Model 1500/2500 and LF-Series DIN-rail transmitters
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1 (+)
2 (–)
5
(RS-485/A)
6
(RS-485/B)
8
Service port
(RS-485/A)
7
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Note: Terminals 5 and 6 used for communications only by
transmitters with the analog outputs option board.
User interface
(with display, cover removed)
Outputs wiring compartment
(user interface removed)
HART clips1 (+)2 (–)
Adapter-barrier
2324
Figure A-4Model 1700/2700 and LF-Series field-mount transmitters
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Figure A-5Model 2200S transmitters
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Transmitter Terminal Reference
User interface
(with display, cover removed)
Outputs wiring compartment
(user interface removed)
HART clips
HART clips
1 (+)
2 (–)
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Service port
(RS-485/A)
Note: The user interface shown here is equipped with a display. On models without a display, the
HART clips and service port clips are located in the same position on the user interface.
Figure A-6Model 2400S transmitters with analog outputs
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Transmitter Terminal Reference
3.237
G/S
With displayWithout display
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Service port
(RS-485/A)
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Service port
(RS-485/A)
With displayWithout display
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Service port
(RS-485/A)
Service port
(RS-485/B)
Service port
(RS-485/A)
Figure A-7Model 2400S transmitters with DeviceNet
Meter VerificationTransmitter TerminalsData LoggerTransmitter Configuration
Figure A-8Model 2400S transmitters with PROFIBUS-DP
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Transmitter Terminal Reference
Series 3000 panel-mount
Series 3000 rack-mountSeries 3000 field-mount
Input/output wiring terminals
Input/output wiring terminals
Input/output wiring terminals
Card for Model 3300 or 3500 with
screw-type or solder-tail terminals
Label for Model 3300 or 3500
with I/O cables
Label for Model 3350
or 3700
Figure A-9Series 3000 transmitters
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Transmitter Terminal Reference
StandardEnhanced
3
(RS-485/A)
4
(RS-485/B)
4
(RS-485/B)
3
(RS-485/A)
14
(RS-485/B)
13
(RS-485/A)
Non-I.S. terminals
Figure A-10 Core processor
Meter VerificationTransmitter TerminalsData LoggerTransmitter Configuration
Figure A-11 MVD Direct Connect I.S. barrier
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Appendix B
CAUTION
Configuring the Discrete Batch Application
B.1About this appendix
This appendix explains how to configure the discrete batch application, and provides basic
information on batch operation.
Note: For more detailed information on operating the discrete batch application, see the
Series 3000 MVD transmitter manual.
Note: The discrete batch application is an optional feature, and may not be installed on your
transmitter. To verify that it is installed, choose
Note: For full ProLink II functionality for the discrete batch application, you must connect to the
transmitter using a Modbus connection. If you are using a HART connection, only limited
functionality is available.
Changing configuration can affect transmitter operation, including batching.
Changes made to discrete batch configuration while a batch is running do not take
effect until the batch is ended. Changes made to other configuration parameters
may affect batching. To ensure correct batching, do not make any configuration
changes while a batch is in progress.
B.2About discrete batching
Discrete batching is used to start flow, then stop flow automatically when the target amount of process
fluid has flowed through the sensor. During a batch, flow may be stopped and resumed. A batch may
also be ended before the target is reached.
B.3Discrete batch configuration
View > Installed Options.
IndexDiscrete Batch
To configure batching:
1. Choose
2. Click the Discrete Batch tab (see Figure B-1).
a.Configure flow source (see Section B.3.1) and click
b.Configure control options (see Section B.3.2) and click
c.Configure one or more presets, if desired (see Section B.3.3) and click
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ProLink > Configuration
Apply.
Apply.
Apply.
Configuring the Discrete Batch Application
Figure B-1Discrete batch configuration panel
3. Click the
Discrete Output tab (see Figure B-2).
a.Configure the required discrete outputs.
-For 1-stage operation, you must configure one discrete output. This output must
control either the pump or the primary valve, as appropriate to your application. This
discrete output is required.
-For 2-stage operation, you must configure either two or three discrete outputs: one to
control the primary valve (required), one to control the secondary valve (required),
and one to control the pump (optional; only if required by your installation).
You must configure the discrete outputs that are listed as required, whether or not your
installation uses them (for example, you may start and stop the pump manually). You will
not be able to start a batch until the required discrete outputs have been configured.
b.Click
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4. If desired, you can assign a batch control function to a discrete input or discrete event. See
Section B.3.4.
5. If you enabled the Batch AOC control option, you should perform batch AOC (automatic
overshoot compensation) calibration. Batch AOC is used to minimize the amount of overshoot
per batch. See Section B.5.
6. You may optionally configure the batch ticket and ticket printing. Printer and ticket options
are displayed on the
Printer tab. For more information on printer and ticket setup, see the
Series 3000 transmitter manual.
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Configuring the Discrete Batch Application
B.3.1Flow source
The flow source specifies the flow variable that will be used for batch measurement. Select one of the
flow sources defined in Table B-1.
Table B-1Flow sources
Flow sourceDescription
None• Batch controller is disabled.
Frequency input• Frequency input from a Micro Motion IFT9701 or RFT9739 transmitter
Mass flow rateMass flow rate from Series 3000 transmitter
Volume flow rateVolume flow rate from Series 3000 transmitter
CM std vol flow rate• Standard volume flow rate at reference temperature
CM mass flow rate• Net mass flow rate
CM vol flow rate• Net volume flow rate at reference temperature
API temperature-corrected
volume flow
• START button will not appear on display.
• Frequency input from a pulse output device
• Standard volume flow is available only if the concentration measurement
application software is installed and configured to indicate standard volume
flow.
• Net mass flow is available only if the concentration measurement application
software is installed and configured to indicate net mass flow.
• Net volume flow is available only if the concentration measurement application
software is installed and configured to indicate net volume flow.
• Volume flow adjusted by the calculated volume correction factor
• Available only if the petroleum measurement application is installed and
enabled.
B.3.2Control options
The batch control options are used to manage the batch process. Control options are listed and defined
in Table B-2.
Note: Control options apply to all batch presets.
Table B-2Control options
SettingDefaultDescription
Enable
batch
Count upYes• If set to Yes, the total displayed on screen increases from zero to the target
Enable AOCYes• Select Yes to enable Automatic Overshoot Compensation (AOC).
Yes• Select Yes to enable the discrete batch application.
• Select No to disable the discrete batch application. The operation mode will
default to the process monitor.
value.
• If set to No, the total displayed on screen decreases from the target value to
zero
• The setting of the Count up control option affects only the quantity displayed
on screen. It does not affect configuration of presets.
• If the custody transfer application is installed, Count up is set to Yes and
cannot be changed.
• When batch AOC is enabled and batch AOC calibration has been performed,
the batch controller compensates for the time required to close the valve.
• If Enable AOC is set to Yes, batch AOC calibration is required to provide data
for the compensation process. To perform batch AOC calibration, see
Section B.5.
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Table B-2Control options continued
SettingDefaultDescription
Lockout
target
Auto print
at batch end
Reset on
start
Enable end
warning
Enable
overrun
Ignore source
alarms
No-flow
timeout
Number of
stages
Number of
decimals
Maximum
target
Alarm
timeout
Configure
presets by
No• If set to Yes, the operator cannot change the current target from the batch
operation screen or the ProLink II Batcher Control panel.
• If set to No, the operator can change the batch target when a batch is not
running.
No• If set to Yes, a print job is run when the batch is completed.
No• If set to Yes, the batch totalizer resets when the operator starts the batch.
• If set to No, the operator must reset the batch before starting a new batch.
Several methods are available for resetting the batch. See Section B.3.4.
• If the custody transfer application is installed, Reset on start is set to No and
cannot be changed.
No• Select Yes to enable the end warning.
• When end warning is enabled and an end warning value has been entered for
the selected preset, a discrete output can be configured to indicate the end
warning.
• End warning is a status indicator only, and does not affect valve operation.
• End warning will remain active until batch completion.
No• Select Yes to enable overrun indication.
• When overrun is enabled and an overrun value has been entered for the
selected preset, the batch controller produces an overrun alarm when the
batch total exceeds the target by more than the programmed overrun amount.
• Overrun can be assigned to a discrete output, using the Discrete IO panel in
the ProLink II Configuration window.
NoA source alarm is any fault-level alarm. If Ignore source alarms:
• Is set to Yes, the batch will not stop for the duration of the alarm timeout.
• Is set to No, the batch is stopped as soon as the alarm condition occurs.
If the custody transfer application is installed, Ignore source alarms is set to No
and cannot be changed.
10.00000 Sec• The time out period specifies how long the batch controller will wait before
posting an alarm if flow stops or the batch totalizer is inhibited while a batch is
running.
• Enter a value of 0.0 to 300.0.
• Time out is disabled if set to 0.0 seconds.
• Time out can be assigned to a discrete output, using the Discrete IO panel in
the ProLink II Configuration window.
1 StageSpecify 1 Stage or 2 Stage. See the discussion in Section .
1• Enter a value of 0 to 5.
• This value specifies the number of digits to the right of the decimal point on the
operation screen.
1.0000E9 kgIf Lockout target is set to No, enter the maximum target that the operator will be
allowed to set in the batch operation mode.
1.00000 MinThis parameter is applicable only if Ignore source alarms is set to Yes.
• Enter the number of minutes, from 1 to 20, for which source alarms will be
ignored.
• If the alarm condition is present when the alarm timeout expires, the current
batch is stopped.
% TargetSelect % Target or Quantity.
• If set to % Target, Open primary, Open secondary, Close primary, and End
warning values are configured as a percentage of the batch target.
• If set to Quantity, Open primary and Open secondary are each configured as a
quantity at which the valve should open; Close primary and End warning
values are each configured as a quantity that is subtracted from the batch
target.
Number of stages is set to 1, a single pump or valve is used to control the batch. When the batch is
started, the pump starts or the valve opens; at the configured target, the pump stops or the valve
closes.
Open primary, Open secondary, and Close primary values are not required when
configuring the preset (see Section B.3.3).
If
Number of stages is set to 2, two valves are used to control the batch, and the following
requirements apply when configuring the preset:
•Both
Open primary and Open secondary must be configured.
•Either
•
Open primary or Open secondary must be set to 0. Both may be set to 0 if desired.
Close primary must be configured.
B.3.3Configure presets
You can configure up to six batch presets. Preset 1 cannot be disabled, but you can change its
configuration.
Table B-3 defines the options for configuring presets. To configure a preset, first select the preset to be
configured, then define its parameters.
Table B-3Preset parameters
SettingDefaultDescription
Preset name• Preset 1
Enable
preset
Open
primary
Open
secondary
Close
primary
End
warning
(1)
(1)
(1)
(2)
• Preset 2
• Preset 3
• Preset 4
• Preset 5
• Preset 6
• Yes for preset 1
• No for presets 2-6
0.00% of target or
0.0 kg quantity
0.00% of target or
0.0 kg quantity
80.00% of target or
0.0 kg quantity
80.00% of target or
0.0 kg quantity
• Enter the name that will appear on operation screens and in preset selection
menus.
• A maximum of 22 characters can be stored.
• If set to Yes, the batch preset can be selected for use. See Section B.4.
• If set to No, the batch preset is disabled and cannot be selected.
• Preset 1 cannot be disabled.
• Enter the quantity or the percent of the target at which the primary valve will
open. See the examples later in this section.
• Either Open primary or Open secondary must be set to 0. If one of these
parameters is set to a non-zero value, the other is set to 0 automatically
• Before a batch can be started, the primary valve must be assigned to a
discrete output. See Section B.3, Step 3.
• Enter the quantity or the percent of the target at which the secondary valve
will open. See the examples later in this section.
• Either Open primary or Open secondary must be set to 0. If one of these
parameters is set to a non-zero value, the other is set to 0 automatically
• Before a batch can be started, the secondary valve must be assigned to a
discrete output. See Section B.3, Step 3.
• Enter the quantity subtracted from the target, or the percent of the target, at
which the primary valve will close. See the examples later in this section.
• The secondary valve always closes when the target is achieved.
• Before a batch can be started, the primary valve must be assigned to a
discrete output. See Section B.3, Step 3.
• If End warning is enabled as a control option, enter the quantity subtracted
from the target, or the percent of the target, at which the end warning will
occur. See the examples later in this section.
• End warning can be assigned to a discrete output, using the Discrete IO
panel in the ProLink II Configuration window.
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Close primary200 kilograms 180 kilograms 20=–=
Open secondary100 kilograms=
End warning200 kilograms 160 kilograms–40==
Table B-3Preset parameters continued
SettingDefaultDescription
Density
curve
Overrun
Preset target
(1) This parameter is configurable only if Number of stages was set to 2.
(2) This parameter is configurable only if Enable end warning was set to Yes.
(3) This parameter is configurable only if Enable overrun was set to Yes.
(4) A non-zero value must be configured for Target before a batch can be started.
(3)
NoneIf a concentration measurement variable is selected as the flow source, you
0.0 kg• If Overrun is enabled as a control option, enter the amount over the target
(4)
0.0 kgEnter the total at which the batch will be completed.
must select a density curve that will apply to this preset. The batch total will be
based on the density curve for that variable.
value at which batch overrun will be indicated. For example, if the target is
250 kilograms and overrun should be indicated at 280 kilograms, enter 30.
• Overrun can be assigned to a discrete output, using the Discrete IO panel in
the ProLink II Configuration window.
Batch preset examples
The following examples describe the batch processing sequence for two different batch preset
configurations.
Note: For a detailed presentation of batch processing sequences, including how the
RESUME functions affect processing, see the Series 3000 MVD transmitter manual.
Configure presets by quantity under the following conditions:
•The target is 200 kilograms
•The primary valve opens at the start of the batch and closes when
180 kilograms have been delivered
•The secondary valve opens when 100 kilograms have been
delivered
•The end warning occurs when 160 kilograms have been delivered
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Close primary
180 kilograms
200 kilograms
-------------------------------------==
Open secondary
100 kilograms
200 kilograms
-------------------------------------==
End warning
160 kilograms
200 kilograms
-------------------------------------==
Example 2
Configure presets by percent of target under the following conditions:
•The target is 200 kilograms
•The primary valve opens at the start of the batch and closes when
180 kilograms have been delivered
•The secondary valve opens when 100 kilograms have been
delivered
•The end warning occurs when 160 kilograms have been delivered
0.90
Since 0.90 equals 90%, enter a close primary value of 90.
0.50
Since 0.50 equals 50%, enter an open secondary value of 50.
0.80
Since 0.80 equals 80%, enter an end warning value of 80.
B.3.4Batch control methods
Batch control functions can be performed in three ways:
•By using the function buttons on the transmitter display (see the Series 3000 transmitter
manual), or in the ProLink II
Run Batcher window (see Section B.4)
•By assigning a discrete input to a batch control function
•By assigning a discrete event to a batch control function
If a discrete input or discrete event is assigned to a batch control function, the function is triggered
when the discrete input or discrete event is in an On state.
Table B-4 lists the batch control functions. To assign a discrete input or discrete event to trigger a
batch function:
1. Choose
ProLink > Configuration and click the Discrete Input tab. See Figure B-3.
2. Select the batch function to be triggered. Batch functions are listed and defined in Table B-4.
3. Specify the method which will be used to trigger the batch function: Discrete Event 1–5 or
Discrete Input 1–2.
Note: You can assign one or more actions to a single discrete input or discrete event. All assigned
actions will be performed, as allowed by the configuration and current state of the discrete batch
application.
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Print screenThe configured screen is sent to the printer (e.g.,
assignmentAssignment optionsON state actions
NoneSpecify the method that will
be used to perform the batch
control function:
•None
• Discrete input 1
• Discrete input 2
• Discrete event 1
• Discrete event 2
• Discrete event 3
• Discrete event 4
• Discrete event 5
• Ends the batch.
• The batch cannot be resumed.
• The batch totalizer must be reset for the next
batch.
• Batch cannot be started.
• Inhibit batch is used for temporary lockout.
• Delivers the batch but does not totalize.
• Inhibit totalizer is used when process fluid is
recirculated.
• Delivers the batch but does not report flow rate.
• Inhibit flow is used when the flow cannot be
stopped, so that only the flow actually dispensed
is counted toward the batch.
• Resets batch total to zero.
• Batch reset cannot be performed while a batch is
running or while a batch is stopped. Before a
batch can be reset, the batch target must be
reached or the batch must be ended.
• The batch controller can be configured to reset
automatically on start. To configure Reset on
start, see Section B.3.2.
• Resumes a batch that has been stopped.
• Counting resumes from the total at which the
batch was stopped.
Starts the batch by opening the flow control valve(s)
and/or starting the pump.
• Stops the batch.
• The batch can be resumed if the batch total is
less than the batch target.
• If lockout target is disabled as a control option, the
operator can change the target before resuming.
• To enable or disable lockout target, see
Section B.3.2.
Selects next configured preset (as listed in the
preset menus) for use in the next batch.
batch total).
Inhibit Batch and Inhibit Totalizer processing
If the Inhibit Batch function is mapped to a discrete input:
•When that discrete input is in the active state:
-A batch cannot be started.
-A Start Not Okay alarm is posted if starting a batch is attempted.
•If the discrete input then becomes inactive, the batch does not start automatically.
•If a batch is already running when the discrete output becomes active, the batch is not affected.
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If the Inhibit Totalizer function is mapped to a discrete input:
•The totalizer will not increment while the discrete input is active.
•The totalizer will resume incrementing automatically when the discrete input becomes
inactive.
•If the discrete input is inactive, the totalizer is active, whether or not a batch is running. Even if
a batch is not running, the totals will be incremented if flow is detected.
If the batch totalizer is inhibited while a batch is running:
•And the
will be posted.
•And the
be posted if the timeout period expires before batch totalizing resumes.
B.4Running a batch
The ProLink II
provides the same functionality as the batch process screen on the transmitter display.
Figure B-4Run Batcher window
No-flow timeout batch control option (see Section B.3.2) is set to 0, no timeout alarm
No-flow timeout batch control option is set to a non-zero value, a timeout alarm will
Run Batcher window, shown in Figure B-4, can be used for batch operation. It
Batch management functions are shown at the top of the window:
•To specify the preset to use for batching, select it from the dropdown list at the top of the
Batcher Control window, and click
•The current target is displayed. Depending on the setting of
not be able to change the value from this screen. To change it, enter the new target value and
click
Apply.
•To inhibit batch, inhibit batch totalizer, or inhibit batch flow, select the appropriate checkboxes
and click
Apply. For a discussion of these functions, see the preceding section.
•To reset, start, stop, resume, and end a batch, use the batch control buttons. These functions
may also be assigned to a discrete event or discrete input (see Section B.3.4). For a definition
of these functions, see Table B-4.
Status of the batch application is shown at the bottom of the window. A red light indicates that the
associated condition is active.
B.5Performing Batch AOC calibration
Batch AOC (Automatic Overshoot Compensation) keeps the actual quantity delivered as close as
possible to the batch target, by minimizing the amount of overshoot.
If batch AOC is enabled (see Section B.3.2), batch AOC calibration is required to provide data for the
compensation process. Thereafter, batch AOC calibration is recommended:
•Whenever consistent overshooting or undershooting of the target occurs
Apply.
Lockout target, you may or may
•If equipment (valve or pump) is changed
Note: If batch AOC is not enabled, you cannot perform batch AOC calibration.
To perform batch AOC calibration using ProLink II:
1. Choose
2. Click
ProLink > Calibration > AOC Calibration.
Start Calibration. The AOC Calibration Active light turns red, and will remain red
while batch AOC calibration is in progress.
3. Run 2–10 batches.
4. When overshoot has been adequately minimized, click
Save Calibration.
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