GE ValVue-FF Technical Specifications
GE Energy
Masoneilan* Products
ValVue* FF (Rev B)
Maintenance Manual
ValVue-FF is a software tool to
configure, calibrate, and operate
FOUNDATION Fieldbus
pneumatic control valve
positioners.
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Software is warranted for ninety (90) days from delivery.
This instruction manual applies to the following instruments and approved software: FVP110
Positioner and ValVue
The FVP110 positioners are warranted for use only with interface software approved by GE Energy.
Consult factory locations for approved software listing.
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This instruction manual applies to the following instruments and approved software:
❑ ValVueFF
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Contents
ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Safety Information ...............................................................1
Safety Symbols ..........................................................................................................................1
Product Safety ...........................................................................................................................2
Introduction to ValVueFF and FVP ................................................................................................5
Overview ....................................................................................................................................5
ValVueFF Specifications............................................................................................................5
Installation of Hardware and Software ...........................................................................................7
Getting Started With ValVueFF..................................................................................................7
General Installation and Setup Procedure .................................................................................9
Wiring Requirements ...............................................................................................................10
Installing NIFB Software and Hardware...................................................................................10
NI-FBUS Software..............................................................................................................11
ValVueFF Administration .............................................................................................................17
Overview ..................................................................................................................................17
Administration ....................................................................................................................17
Installation Sequence.........................................................................................................17
Installing ValVueFF..................................................................................................................18
Launching the Application..................................................................................................18
Removing a Previous Version of ValVueFF.......................................................................18
Installing ValVueFF............................................................................................................21
Trial Period.........................................................................................................................26
Registration..............................................................................................................................27
Previous Versions ..............................................................................................................27
Registering ValVueFF Software.........................................................................................27
Setting User Accounts, System Administration, Passwords, and Privilege Levels............31
Using ValVueFF ...........................................................................................................................35
Overview ..................................................................................................................................35
Integrated Valve Interface (IVI) ..........................................................................................35
Menu Bar .................................................................................................................................36
Icon Toolbar .............................................................................................................................39
Tool Tips Feature...............................................................................................................39
Positioner Faceplate ................................................................................................................41
Active Faceplate................................................................................................................43
Companion Device Display Frame.....................................................................................44
Status Frame......................................................................................................................45
Selected Device Frame......................................................................................................45
Device Selection ................................................................................................................47
Using ValVueFF Menu Selections ...........................................................................................48
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Setup Menu..............................................................................................................................49
Setup Wizard .....................................................................................................................49
Configuration Services.......................................................................................................55
Calibration Services ...........................................................................................................56
Device Tag/Address...........................................................................................................57
View Menu ...............................................................................................................................58
View Trend.........................................................................................................................58
PID Controller ....................................................................................................................59
Device Operation State......................................................................................................61
Tools Menu ..............................................................................................................................62
Diagnostic Services ...........................................................................................................62
Query Device .....................................................................................................................63
Rescan Devices .................................................................................................................64
Help Menu................................................................................................................................ 65
About..................................................................................................................................65
Registration Info.................................................................................................................65
Offline Use of ValVueFF ..........................................................................................................66
Setup Wizard Procedure ..............................................................................................................67
Step 1: Welcome...................................................................................................................... 68
Step 2: Actuator Wizard...........................................................................................................69
Step 3: Tuning Wizard .............................................................................................................70
Step 4: Travel Calibration Wizard ............................................................................................72
Step 5: Position Control Limits Wizard.....................................................................................75
Step 6: Finish Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................77
Configuration Services .................................................................................................................79
Configuration............................................................................................................................ 79
General Page...........................................................................................................................80
Device Info .........................................................................................................................80
Block Tag Info ....................................................................................................................81
Others Installed..................................................................................................................81
Position Tab.............................................................................................................................82
Servo Parameters Frame...................................................................................................82
Position Limits Frame ........................................................................................................84
Limit Switch Threshold.......................................................................................................85
Fault Control ......................................................................................................................85
Actuator Page ..........................................................................................................................87
Diagnostic Parameters.......................................................................................................88
Model and Serial Number ..................................................................................................88
AO Block Tab...........................................................................................................................89
Limits..................................................................................................................................89
AO Block Options...............................................................................................................90
PID Block .................................................................................................................................92
PID Control and Status Option...........................................................................................94
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Options.....................................................................................................................................96
Characterization Frame......................................................................................................96
Custom Characterization Dialog Box .................................................................................99
Pressure Frame ...............................................................................................................103
Others Frame ...................................................................................................................103
Calibration Services ...................................................................................................................105
Overview ................................................................................................................................105
Range Tab .............................................................................................................................105
Find Range Result ...........................................................................................................106
Auto Stop Limits...............................................................................................................106
Manual Stop Limits...........................................................................................................107
Open Stop Adjustment.....................................................................................................108
Tuning Tab.............................................................................................................................109
Auto Tune.........................................................................................................................111
Search Stops and Auto Tune In One Step.......................................................................112
Manual Parameter Adjustment.........................................................................................112
Travel Calibration Tab............................................................................................................112
Calibrating ........................................................................................................................113
Advanced Tab........................................................................................................................115
Advanced Servo Tuning Buttons......................................................................................115
Advanced Servo Tuning Parameters ...............................................................................116
Advanced (Double Acting) Tuning Parameters................................................................117
PID Block and Trending Services ..............................................................................................119
Overview ................................................................................................................................119
PID Status Frame ..................................................................................................................120
States and Modes ............................................................................................................120
Simulation Function..........................................................................................................121
Others - Tuning Parameters ..................................................................................................122
PID Output and Valve Position ..............................................................................................123
Trending Overview.................................................................................................................123
Zooming ...........................................................................................................................124
Customizing the Trend.....................................................................................................124
Viewing Valve Dynamic Responses.................................................................................125
Saving and Opening Trend Files......................................................................................126
Saving a Configuration ...............................................................................................................127
Overview ................................................................................................................................127
Open File ...............................................................................................................................127
Save to File ............................................................................................................................128
Downloading to the FVP ........................................................................................................129
Download Firmware ...............................................................................................................131
Copying a Configuration to a New Positioner ........................................................................132
Diagnostic Services ...................................................................................................................135
General ..................................................................................................................................135
Self Check..............................................................................................................................136
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Performing a Self Test ...........................................................................................................136
Self Test Explanation .......................................................................................................137
Signature Tab ........................................................................................................................138
Signature Selection Frame ....................................................................................................139
Signature Measurement...................................................................................................140
Signature Graphs.............................................................................................................142
Signature Notes ...............................................................................................................147
Signature Setting Frame........................................................................................................149
Standard Actuator Signature............................................................................................149
Extended Actuator Signature ...........................................................................................151
High Resolution Actuator Signature.................................................................................152
Step Response Test ........................................................................................................153
Positioner Signature.........................................................................................................162
Query and Reporting Services ...................................................................................................165
Query Services ......................................................................................................................165
Query Device General Tab ..............................................................................................165
Query Device Block Parameters Tab...............................................................................166
Reporting Services.................................................................................................................168
Configuration Report........................................................................................................168
Using Report Generation .................................................................................................169
Communication Error Log ................................................................................................170
Failsafe Handling .......................................................................................................................173
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 173
Failsafe Active Latched....................................................................................................173
Failsafe Clear Latched .....................................................................................................174
Failsafe Clear Non-Latch .................................................................................................174
Exiting Failsafe.................................................................................................................174
Launching from Yokagawa and Emerson ..................................................................................193
Launching from Yokagawa PRM ...........................................................................................193
Emerson Delta V Snap-On ....................................................................................................198
Configuring DI to TB ..................................................................................................................201
Installing the Interface Board .....................................................................................................203
Installing the Interface Board .................................................................................................203
Installing the NI-FBUS Software ......................................................................................203
Installing the PCMCIA Card .............................................................................................204
Install the USB-8486 ........................................................................................................204
Replacing an FVP Configuration ...............................................................................................205
Replacing an FVP Configuration............................................................................................205
Error Messages .........................................................................................................................207
Auto Tune Results ................................................................................................................. 207
Online Diagnostics.................................................................................................................208
Block Error ............................................................................................................................. 209
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Foundation Fieldbus ..................................................................................................................211
Overview ................................................................................................................................211
Reference Model Process......................................................................................................212
P& I D....................................................................................................................................212
Function Block Links ..............................................................................................................213
Device Operational States and Block Modes.........................................................................215
Block Modes.....................................................................................................................216
Multiple Modes and States..............................................................................................217
Examples of IVI Operational States .................................................................................218
Transferring to Manual State............................................................................................219
RCas Mode ......................................................................................................................221
Changing Target Operational State .................................................................................222
Changing to Auto from OOS ............................................................................................222
Fieldbus Resources and References .........................................................................................223
Information .............................................................................................................................224
Fieldbus Foundation.........................................................................................................224
National Instruments ........................................................................................................225
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1 ValVueFF Reference Model Fieldbus Segment..................................................................8
2 Interface Configuration Utility............................................................................................12
3 Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog ........................................................................................13
4 DD Info Dialog...................................................................................................................13
5 Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog ........................................................................................13
6 Interface Configuration Utility Success Dialog..................................................................14
7 CD Browser Window.........................................................................................................18
8 Software Selection Window ..............................................................................................19
9 NIFB Version Requirement Reminder ..............................................................................19
10 Shut Down Message.........................................................................................................19
11 Select Maintenance Level Dialog Box ..............................................................................20
12 Maintenance Complete Dialog Box...................................................................................20
13 CD Browser Window.........................................................................................................21
14 Software Selection Window ..............................................................................................21
15 NIFB Version Requirement Reminder ..............................................................................22
16 Shut Down Message.........................................................................................................22
17 Welcome to ValVueFF......................................................................................................22
18 License Agreement ...........................................................................................................23
19 Choose Destination Dialog Box ........................................................................................23
20 Ready to Install Dialog Box...............................................................................................24
21 Setup Status Dialog Box ...................................................................................................24
22 Installation Complete ........................................................................................................25
23 Use National Instrument Tool Dialog ................................................................................25
24 Registration Dialog............................................................................................................26
25 Trial Logon Dialog.............................................................................................................26
26 Registration Dialog............................................................................................................27
27 Logon Dialog.....................................................................................................................28
28 Software Key Dialog Box ..................................................................................................28
29 Registration Form .............................................................................................................29
30 Software Key Dialog Box ..................................................................................................30
31 Admin Logon Dialog Box ..................................................................................................31
32 Adding Users in VFAdmin Dialog Box ..............................................................................32
33 ValVueFF Integrated Valve Interface (IVI)........................................................................36
34 Tool Tips Message............................................................................................................39
35 Status Bar Message..........................................................................................................39
36 IVI Positioner Faceplate Frame - Functions Turned Off ...................................................41
37 IVI Positioner Faceplate Frame - Functions On................................................................42
38 IVI Faceplate in Normal State ...........................................................................................43
39 Companion Device............................................................................................................44
40 Status Frame ....................................................................................................................45
41 Positioner Faceplate with =% Characteristic ....................................................................45
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42 Device Selection Dialog Box.............................................................................................47
43 Device Selection Popup for Tag/Address .........................................................................48
44 Device Selection with Popup Menu ..................................................................................48
45 Setup Wizard ....................................................................................................................49
46 Actuator Wizard ................................................................................................................50
47 Tuning Wizard...................................................................................................................51
48 Travel Calibration Wizard .................................................................................................52
49 Position Control Limits Wizard..........................................................................................53
50 Setup Wizard Finished......................................................................................................54
51 Configuration Dialog Box ..................................................................................................55
52 Calibration Dialog Box ......................................................................................................56
53 Tag/Address Dialog ..........................................................................................................57
54 Trend Dialog .....................................................................................................................58
55 PID Process Controller Dialog Box...................................................................................59
56 Change PID Tuning Parameters Dialog Box ....................................................................60
57 Device Operation Dialog Box............................................................................................61
58 Diagnostic Services DIalog Box........................................................................................62
59 Device Query Dialog Box..................................................................................................63
60 Rescan Message Box.......................................................................................................64
61 Link Selection ...................................................................................................................64
62 Link Selection ...................................................................................................................65
63 About ValVueFF Message Box.........................................................................................65
64 Setup Wizard Dialog Box..................................................................................................68
65 Actuator Wizard Dialog Box..............................................................................................69
66 Tuning Wizard Dialog Box ................................................................................................70
67 Tuning Results Dialog Box ...............................................................................................71
68 Tuning Wizard Message Boxes ........................................................................................71
69 Tuning Wizard Error Message Boxes ...............................................................................72
70 Travel Calibration Wizard .................................................................................................73
71 Position Control Limits Wizard..........................................................................................75
72 Finish Setup Dialog Box ...................................................................................................77
73 General Tab - Configuration Dialog Box...........................................................................79
74 Position Tab - Configuration Dialog Box...........................................................................82
75 Advanced Servo Tuning Parameters................................................................................83
76 Alarms...............................................................................................................................86
77 Actuator Tab-Configuration Dialog Box ............................................................................87
78 AO Block Tab-Configuration Dialog Box...........................................................................89
79 Analog Output Block Options Dialog Box .........................................................................90
80 PID Block Tab-Configuration Dialog Box..........................................................................92
81 PID Control and Status Options........................................................................................94
82 Options Tab-Configuration Dialog Box .............................................................................96
83 Custom Characterization Dialog Box................................................................................99
84 Display Showing Non-Linear Characteristic ...................................................................100
85 Custom Linearization Dialog Box....................................................................................101
86 Rotation Angle ................................................................................................................102
87 Calibration Dialog Box - Range Tab ...............................................................................106
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88 Stroke Valve Message Box.............................................................................................106
89 Progress Dialog Box .......................................................................................................107
90 Manual Stops Progress Bar ............................................................................................107
91 Auto Tune Warning Dialog Box.......................................................................................111
92 Auto Tune Progress Dialog Box......................................................................................111
93 Increment the Closed Position - 0% Calibration .............................................................113
94 Non-linearity Travel Correction .......................................................................................114
95 Calibration Dialog Box - Advanced Tab ..........................................................................115
96 PID Process Controller Dialog Box .................................................................................119
97 Change PID Tuning Parameters Dialog..........................................................................122
98 PID Output Slider ............................................................................................................123
99 Trend Screen with Pressure Loop ..................................................................................123
100 Trend Selection...............................................................................................................124
101 Trend Scope Setup.........................................................................................................124
102 Sampling Interval ............................................................................................................125
103 Change Set Point in Trend..............................................................................................125
104 Saving a Trend................................................................................................................126
105 Select a Trend File Name ...............................................................................................126
106 Configuration Toolbar Icons............................................................................................127
107 Open Configuration File Dialog Box................................................................................128
108 Download Select Dialog Box...........................................................................................129
109 Download Confirm Process ............................................................................................130
110 Device Tag is Not Unique ...............................................................................................130
111 Downloading Firmware ...................................................................................................131
112 Activate Firmware Dialog ................................................................................................131
113 Confirm Tag or Address Change ....................................................................................132
114 Configuration Download Progress ..................................................................................133
115 General Tab - Diagnostic Dialog Box..............................................................................135
116 Self Check Dialog Box ....................................................................................................136
117 Signature Tab - Diagnostic Dialog Box...........................................................................138
118 Positioner SIgnature Graph ............................................................................................139
119 Selecting Signatures Dialog Box.....................................................................................140
120 Signature Measurement..................................................................................................141
121 Signature Graphs............................................................................................................142
122 Signature Graphs Right Click Menu................................................................................143
123 Clear Existing Graphs.....................................................................................................144
124 Scale Settings.................................................................................................................146
125 Signature Summary Dialog Box......................................................................................146
126 Signature Notes ..............................................................................................................148
127 Standard Actuator SIgnature Graph ...............................................................................149
128 Standard Actuator Signature Settings Dialog Box ..........................................................150
129 Extended Signature Dialog Box......................................................................................151
130 Step Response Setting Dialog Box.................................................................................153
131 Step Response Test Graph ............................................................................................155
132 Step Response Notice ....................................................................................................156
133 Step Response Setup - Normal ......................................................................................156
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134 Test Graph Result - Normal............................................................................................157
135 Result Analysis - Normal ................................................................................................157
136 Step Response Setup - Cyclical .....................................................................................158
137 Test Graph Result - Cyclical ...........................................................................................158
138 Result Analysis - Cyclical................................................................................................159
139 Step Response Setup - Cyclical with Deadband ............................................................159
140 Test Graph Result - Cyclical with Deadband ..................................................................160
141 Result Analysis - Cyclical with Deadband.......................................................................160
142 Step Response Setup - Resolution.................................................................................161
143 Test Graph Result - Resolution ......................................................................................161
144 Result Analysis - Resolution ...........................................................................................162
145 Position Signature Setting Dialog Box ............................................................................163
146 Query Device Dialog Box - General Tab Pulldown List ..................................................165
147 Reply List Populated.......................................................................................................166
148 Query Device Dialog Box - Block Parameters ................................................................166
149 Parameter Pull Down List ...............................................................................................167
150 Parameter Attribute Dialog Box ......................................................................................167
151 Report Format Dialog Box ..............................................................................................168
152 Configuration Report in a Browser..................................................................................168
153 Open Device Configuration File......................................................................................169
154 Communication Error Message Box ...............................................................................170
155 Drop Down Menu............................................................................................................170
156 Error Log.........................................................................................................................171
157 Active Latched ................................................................................................................173
158 Clear Latch .....................................................................................................................174
159 Clear Non-Latch..............................................................................................................174
160 Failsafe Step 1 and 2......................................................................................................176
161 Resetting Failsafe Parameters .......................................................................................177
162 Clear (Latched) Failsafe Status ......................................................................................178
163 Confirm Change to OOS to Clear Failsafe .....................................................................178
164 PRM - Login Dialog.........................................................................................................193
165 PRM Main Screen...........................................................................................................194
166 PRM Main Screen Populated .........................................................................................195
167 PLUG-IN Selection .........................................................................................................195
168 PRM Main Screen Valve Selected..................................................................................196
169 PRM Plug In ValVueFF Main Screen .............................................................................197
170 AMS Suite Intelligent Device Manger Window ...............................................................198
171 Searching Dialog ............................................................................................................198
172 Reading Parameters Dialog............................................................................................199
173 FVP for PRM Main Screen .............................................................................................199
174 Heat Exchanger ..............................................................................................................211
175 Piping and Instrumentation Diagram ..............................................................................212
176 Temperature Cascade Block Diagram............................................................................213
177 Level Loop Block Diagram..............................................................................................214
178 ValVueFF Connected as a Visitor Device.......................................................................214
179 Device Operation State Dialog Box ................................................................................215
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180 Out of Service at Startup.................................................................................................218
181 Manual State...................................................................................................................220
182 Normal State ...................................................................................................................220
183 Out of Service State Change Warning Message Box.....................................................222
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Tables
1 ValVueFF Version 2.32 Specifications............................................................................... 5
2 Two Configurations of the NIFB Interface Card............................................................... 11
3 Network Parameters for Reference Model....................................................................... 15
4 User Privilege Level Descriptions .................................................................................... 33
5 ValVueFF Menu Selections ............................................................................................. 36
6 Toolbar Icons ................................................................................................................... 39
7 IVI Faceplate Parameters ................................................................................................ 46
8 Block Modes ................................................................................................................... 47
9 Characteristic Choice....................................................................................................... 97
10 Servo Tuning Parameter Ranges .................................................................................. 112
11 Advanced Servo Tuning Parameters ............................................................................. 116
12 Failsafe Case One ......................................................................................................... 175
13 Failsafe Case Three....................................................................................................... 175
14 Failsafe Case Two ......................................................................................................... 179
15 Failsafe Case Four......................................................................................................... 179
16 Auto Tune Results ......................................................................................................... 207
17 Error Messages.............................................................................................................. 208
18 Error Bit Strings.............................................................................................................. 209
19 Mode Operation ............................................................................................................. 218
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WARNING
CAUTION
NOTE
Safety Information
This section provides safety information including safety symbols that are used on the
FVP110 and the safety symbol definition.
Safety Symbols
Instructions contain WARNINGS, CAUTIONS labels and Notes, where necessary, to alert
you to safety related or other important information. Read the instructions carefully before
installing and maintaining your instrument. Total compliance with all WARNING, and
CAUTION notices is required for safe operation.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided could result in serious injury.
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided could result in property or data damage.
Indicates important facts and conditions.
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Product Safety
This software is intended for use with Masoneilan FVP positioners only.
For positioners intended for use with industrial compressed air: Ensure that an adequate
pressure relief provision is installed when the application of system supply pressure could
cause peripheral equipment to malfunction. Installation must be in accordance with local
and national compressed air and instrumentation codes.
General installation, maintenance or replacement
❑ Products must be installed in compliance with all local and national codes and
standards by qualified personnel using safe site work practices. Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) must be used per safe site work practices.
❑ Ensure proper use of fall protection when working at heights, per safe site work
practices. Use appropriate safety equipment and practices to prevent the dropping
of tools or equipment during installation.
Intrinsically Safe Installation
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Products certified for use in intrinsically safe installations MUST BE:
❑ Installed, put into service, used and maintained in compliance with national and
local regulations and in accordance with the recommendations contained in the
relevant standards concerning those environments.
❑ Used only in situations that comply with the certification conditions shown in this
document and after verification of their compatibility with the zone of intended use
and the permitted maximum ambient temperature.
❑ Installed, put into service and maintained by qualified and competent professionals
who have undergone suitable training for instrumentation used in such areas.
WARNING Before using these products with fluids/compressed gases
other than air or for non-industrial applications, consult GE.
This product is not intended for use in life support systems.
WARNING Do not use damaged instruments.
WARNING Installation in poorly ventilated confined areas, with any
potential of gases other than oxygen being present, can lead
to a risk of personnel asphyxiation.
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Product Safety
Use only genuine replacement parts which are provided by the manufacturer, to
guarantee that the products comply with the essential safety requirements of the
European Directives.
Changes to specifications, structure, and components used may not lead to the revision
of this manual unless such changes affect the function and performance of the product.
This product is not intended for use in safety shutdown systems. Substitution of parts
and components can lead to unsafe operation or compromise performance.
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Introduction to ValVueFF and FVP
Overview
ValVueFF is a software tool that enables you to configure, calibrate, and operate
FOUNDATION Fieldbus pneumatic control valve positioners with internal process control
and limit switches. ValVueFF is compatible with Masoneilan Model FVP110 by and Model
YVP110 by Yokogawa Electric Corporation. It fully supports FOUNDATION Fieldbus
specifications.
ValVueFF Specifications
Table 1 ValVueFF Version 2.32 Specifications
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Dynamic ValVueFF Version 2.32
Compatible OS Windows 2000
Windows XP SP2
Window Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 or Window Server 2003 R2
Interface Cards Supported NI-FBUS ISA bus card
NI-FBUS PCMCIA card
Application Interface
Software
Connection Directly connected to segment.
Positioners Supported Model FVP110 by Masoneilan
NI-FBUS Communication Manager version 4.X.
ftp://ftp.ni.com/support/ind_comm/fieldbus/ni-fbus/ communications_manager
NI-FBUS HSE (High Speed Ethernet) device.
Model YVP110 by Yokogawa Electric Corporation
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Table 1 ValVueFF Version 2.32 Specifications (Continued)
Dynamic ValVueFF Version 2.32
Blocks Supported Resource Block (RB)
Transducer Block (TB)
Analog Output Block (AO)
Digital Input Block (DI1, DI2)
Control Block (PID)
Output Splitter Block (OS)
Companion Device Model FVP110 or Model YVP110
Configuration Capability Device tag, node address, block tag, TRANSDUCER BLOCK (TB) parameters,
AO and PID
Query Capability All block parameters
Trending Up to 12 hours trending provided.
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Installation of Hardware and Software
Getting Started With ValVueFF
The following tools and software are needed:
❑ ValVueFF software version 2.32 CD-ROM
❑ Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003 or XP operating system
❑ National Instruments AT-FBUS or PCMCIA-FBUS interface card and NI-FBUS
software version 4.X. Earlier versions of NI-FBUS software are NOT compatible with
ValVueFF version 2.32.
❑ Instruction manuals for NI-FBUS interface card and software
❑ Model FVP110 or Model YVP110 positioner installed on a valve
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❑ Model FVP110 or Model YVP110 Instruction Manual
❑ FOUNDATION Fieldbus power supply and power conditioner, with terminators
❑ Additional fieldbus devices that are installed on the bus segment, optional
❑ Fieldbus Foundation Application Guide AG-140; recommended Fieldbus Foundation
reference
❑ Fieldbus configurator software and instructions
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Before installing the ValVueFF software, you must install the Foundation Fieldbus
communications hardware and software. To help to reduce the need for digital
communications terminology, refer to an example reference process and Foundation
Fieldbus segment in Figure 1.
Figure 1 ValVueFF Reference Model Fieldbus Segment
CAUTION Improper setup can interfere with process control.
Throughout this instruction manual we use a simplified Fieldbus Reference Model
Process. This is an example of a simple process, not a practical process, that illustrates
many required Foundation Fieldbus elements for a successful installation. “Reference
Model Process” on page 212 contains a description of the model.
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General Installation and Setup
General Installation and Setup Procedure
This manual details the use of ValVueFF software with a Masoneilan FVP valve
positioner. ValVueFF can be used offline but is normally connected to a FVP positioner.
Ensure the following guidelines are adhered to prior to using ValVueFF with a
positioner:
1. Install the positioner on a valve and connect it to an air supply. See the FVP Instruction Manual.
2. Setup and start NIFB Communications Manager software.
3. Install a National Instrument AT-FBUS or PCMCIA-FBUS interface card (NI FBUS Interface) and configure it in the Windows registry. Carefully follow the installation instructions provided with the interface card.
4. Use the NI FBUS Interface Configuration Utility to configure the interface card as a
Visitor. The only exception is when using ValVueFF in a PC for initial setup of a
positioner without a host device; configure the NI FBUS Interface as a Link Master
Device at fixed address 0x10.
Installation of Hardware and
5. Assign the positioner a fieldbus node address and a device tag. Do this while the
device is connected as a single device on a test segment, not while connected to an
operating control segment as this requires a different interface card configuration.
See Configure the NIFB Interface Card Safely for Different Tasks.
6. Configure the entire fieldbus segment with all required function blocks soft-wired and scheduled.
Wiring practices for Foundation Fieldbus differ significantly from 4 to 20 ma instrument
wiring. Refer to the Foundation Fieldbus Application Guide 31.25 kbits/s Wiring and
Installation, AG-140, Revision 1.0 or later. However, some information regarding wiring
of the devices is included.
NOTE Visitor devices cannot start until they are connected to a
running segment with an active LAS that can assign a node
address to the visitor.
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Wiring Requirements
There are cable requirements that must be adhered to for reliable installations. The cable
used must support the digital data signals without reflections, noise, or attenuation. There
are three qualities of cable specified in Fieldbus Foundation AG-140. The type A cable is
used whenever possible and especially for long transmission distances or for segments
with many branches (spurs).
Power Conditioner Use a power conditioner for each segment. The conditioner must
Power Supply The FVP positioner complies with the foundation specification
Terminator Every fieldbus segment requires two, and only two, approved ter-
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be Foundation Fieldbus compliant. The power conditioner functions to isolate the digital signals from the power source.
voltage requirements of 9 to 32 V. The power supply must conform to these requirements with consideration for the current
drawn by all devices powered by the segment. The FVP maximum current consumption is 17 mA.
minators. Terminators are passive circuits that damp signal reflections in the circuit. See AG-140 for the rules for terminator
location. For simple segments having short runs and few spurs
the terminator location can be at each end of the longest cable.
For very short cables both terminators can be located in the
power supply.
Installing NIFB Software and Hardware
ValVueFF software interfaces to the fieldbus segment through the requires PC interface
card. The card is supplied with NI-FBUS installation software. ValVueFF is designed to
operate only with National Instruments NI-FBUS cards. There is an ISA bus card for
desktop computers (ATFBUS) and a PCMCIA card for notebook computers
(PCMCIA-FBUS) and installation differs. There are two NI configuration tools that serve
separate purposes:
❑ NI-FBUS Interface Configuration Utility - This is used to install and set up interface
boards. It provides access to IRQ and memory settings needed for Windows. It
provides tools for importing DDs. It is described in the Getting Started manual
supplied with the NI-FBUS interface card.
❑ NI-FBUS Fieldbus Configuration System -This is the tool for configuring the
Foundation Fieldbus network, including the devices, setting up the control strategy,
and schedule. It is described in the NI-FBUS Configurator User Manual installed in
the program online help. After opening the NI-FBUS Fieldbus Configuration
System. Select Help > Online Help to open the manual in PDF format.
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NI-FBUS Software
Install the NI-FBUS software before installing the PCI-FBUS hardware. If you do not
have a this software you can obtain a copy at the following URL
ftp://ftp.ni.com/support/ind_comm/fieldbus/ni-fbus/communications_manager
CAUTION If you are reinstalling the NI-FBUS software over an existing
Installing NI-FBUS 4.X Software
1. Log in as an Administrator or as a user having Administrator privileges.
2. Insert the NI-FBUS CD-ROM. If you do not have this CD-ROM you can download it.
3. Select Start > Run.
4. Type the following in the Run dialog box: X:\Setup....where X equals the letter of the
drive where the NI-FBUS CD-ROM was inserted.
Installation of Hardware and
version, write down the board configuration and all port
configuration parameters that have been changed from their
defaults. Reinstallation causes you to lose all board and port
configuration information.
The interactive setup program takes you through the necessary install steps. At the
end of the setup the Add New Board dialog box may appear. If you have not yet
installed this board select Cancel. The board is installed later in the setup. The
installation program copies:
❑ nifb.dll and drvintf.dll into the \system 32 directory.
❑ nifb.sys into the \drivers directory.
❑ information to the WIndows registry.
Installing the Interface Card
Refer to the NI-FBUS Installation and Configuration manual to install and configure
the PCI-FBUS board and complete all installation and configuration tasks. NIFBUS
manuals are accessed using the following path: Programs\National
Instruments\NI-FBUS\Manuals.
Table 2 Two Configurations of the NIFB Interface Card
To service a positioner in a running Foundation
Fieldbus segment with a host computer.
To configure a positioner, prior to connecting it
to a running segment.
The NIFB Interface card must be configured as
a Visitor device.
The NIFB Interface card must be configured as
a LINK MASTER DEVICE at a FIXED address.
0x10 is recommended
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Configuring the Interface Card
The configuration of a PC for use with ValVueFF varies depending on the immediate task.
If ValVueFF is used to maintain or configure a valve on a working Foundation Fieldbus
segment, the PC running ValVueFF must configured carefully so it does not interfere with
control communication. Two configurations are described in:
❑ “Configuring the Interface Card for Offline Use” on page 12
❑ “Configuring a Device with Third Party Software” on page 14
When an FVP positioner is running on a segment that cannot be disturbed, the interface
card and PC are configured as a BASIC DEVICE at a Visitor address. Open the
configuration utility, NI-FBUS Interface Configuration Utility, and follow the instructions in
the NI manual.
Configuring the Interface Card for Offline Use
The visitor configuration, described previously, does not work if the only devices that are
connected to the segment are a FVP positioner and an NIFB interface card. This is
because there is no Link Master to schedule messages. It is necessary to configure the
interface card as a Link Master. The Interface Name and Device Tag can be any
convenient names. The names are not seen by any other interfaces and are not
important.
ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP
Installing the Device Descriptions with NI-FBUS Interface Configuration Utility
The NI-FBUS Interface Configuration Utility must be used to install the DD for the FVP
and to install the standard dictionary:
1. Select Start > Programs > National Instruments > NI-FBUS > Utilities > Interface
Configuration Utility and the window appears (Figure 2).
Figure 2 Interface Configuration Utility
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2. Select Import DD/CFF and the browse dialog appears (Figure 3).
3. Click DD Info and the dialog appears (Figure 4).
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Figure 3 Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog
Figure 4 DD Info Dialog
4. Click Browse, navigate to the ValVue installation directory. Default is \\Program Files\DFC\ValVueFF\DD\ and click OK and OK and Figure 5 appears.
Figure 5 Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog
5. Click Browse, navigate to the ValVue installation directory. Default is \\Program
Files\DFC\ValVueFF\DD\FVP until the directory FVP_0001 and FVP_0007
appears. There are three files in the two directories.
6. Select the 0201.ffo file that is under FVP_0001.
7. Select Open.
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8. Select OK in the Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog and click OK and a dialog appears (Figure 6).
Figure 6 Interface Configuration Utility Success Dialog
9. Click OK.
10. Repeat step 4 through step 9 to import 0306.ffo.
11. Repeat to import DD file in \\Program Files\\....\DD\YVP.
12. Click OK to exit.
After the DDs are installed successfully, they appear in the installation subdirectory of NI-FBUS.
CAUTION The computer and the NIFB interface card with NIFBUS
server software configuration must not conflict with an
operating Foundation Fieldbus segment. Disruption of control
can result. Do not configure the interface as a Link Master.
Configuring a Device with Third Party Software
Fieldbus segments have many devices. Each segment is unique and requires
configuration of the communications and control parameters. Each segment must have a
Link Master that is configured to manage and schedule the communications. The
National Instruments configurator software provides structured access to the parameters.
In this instruction manual screen shots from the National Instruments, Inc. configurator,
NIFBUS Configuration System, version 4.0 are referenced.
Configuring a Valve in an Active Foundation Fieldbus Segment
Because testing a segment can be time consuming it is best to perform the configuration
in a disciplined series of steps. This avoids repeating or repairing configuration steps. You
can refer to the NI-FBUS Configurator User Manual for additional information.
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