Honeywell STS103 User Manual

Smart Field

Communicator Model

STS103

Operating Guide

34-ST-11-14F

4/99

Copyright, Notices, and Trademarks

© Copyright 1995 by Honeywell Inc.

Revision F – 4/99

While this information is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate,
Honeywell disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose and makes no express warranties except as may be stated in its
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damages. The information and specifications in this document are subject to
change without notice.

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About This Publication

This manual provides operating instructions for the STS103. The operating instructions cover the
use of the SFC with the Smart Pressure Transmitter ST 3000, the Smart Temperature Transmitter
STT 3000 Models STT350, STT25D, STT25M, STT302 and STT300, the Magnetic Flowmeter
MagneW 3000, and the Smart Multivariable Transmitter SMV 3000.

The operating instructions for using the SFC with the SCM 3000 Smart Coriolis Mass Flowmeter,
the SGC 3000 Smart Gas Chromatograph, and the Model STT350, STT 3000 Smart Temperature

Transmitter are presented in the User’s Manual for that specific instrument.

Chapters 1, 2, and 3, in this manual, contain information relating to the common information for
the SFC. The specific operating information for using the SFC with ST 3000, STT 3000,
MagneW 3000, and SMV 3000 is contained in separate chapters in this manual.

The format of this manual is completely different than the STS102 Operating Guide. The key
sequences are graphically laid out to aid you in learning how to use the SFC for the first time, as
well as reminding experienced users how to perform operations you have not done in a while. The
format of this manual is designed to make finding, reading, and understanding the information
presented easier than ever before.

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1 – SMART FIELD COMMUNICATOR STS103 OVERVIEW........................... 1

1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................. 1

1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description .............................................. 3

1.3 Connections ................................................................................................. 9

1.4 STS103/SFI Communication...................................................................... 10

SECTION 2– STS103 INSTALLATION............................................................................ 13

2.1 STS103 Overview......................................................................................13

2.2 Keypad Functions....................................................................................... 14

2.3 Display Functions....................................................................................... 15

2.4 Prompt Character Definitions..................................................................... 16

2.5 Function Keys Data Entry........................................................................... 17

2.6 Configuration Key Data Entry..................................................................... 19

2.7 Other Key Sequences................................................................................ 21

SECTION 3 – STS103 OPERATION................................................................................ 23

3.1 Overview .................................................................................................... 23

3.2 Power Up ................................................................................................... 24

3.3 Diagnostics and SFC Messages................................................................ 25

3.4 Common Key Sequences and Displays..................................................... 28

3.5 Using the Transmitter as a Current Source................................................ 43

3.6 Disconnecting the SFI................................................................................ 45

SECTION 4 – ST 3000 PRESSURE TRANSMITTER...................................................... 47

4.1 Overview .................................................................................................... 47

4.2 Wiring......................................................................................................... 48

4.3 Set-up......................................................................................................... 50

4.4 Configuration.............................................................................................. 62

4.5 Output Calibration......................................................................................64

4.6 Operation ................................................................................................... 67

4.7 Diagnostics and SFC Messages................................................................ 71

4.8 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 75

SECTION 5 – STT 3000 TEMPERATURE TRANSMITTER............................................ 77

5.1 Overview .................................................................................................... 77

5.2 Wiring......................................................................................................... 78

5.3 Set-up......................................................................................................... 80

5.4 Configuration.............................................................................................. 93

5.5 Output Calibration....................................................................................102

5.6 Operation ................................................................................................. 105

5.7 Diagnostics and SFC Messages.............................................................. 109

5.8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 114

SECTION 6 –MAGNEW 3000 ELECTROMAGNETIC FLOWMETER .......................... 115

6.1 Overview .................................................................................................. 115

6.2 Wiring....................................................................................................... 116

6.3 Set-up....................................................................................................... 118

6.4 Configuration............................................................................................ 129

6.5 Calibration................................................................................................ 154

6.6 Operation ................................................................................................. 167

6.7 Diagnostics and SFC Messages.............................................................. 171

6.8 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 175

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SECTION 7 –SMV 3000 MULTIVARIABLE TRANSMITTER ........................................177

7.1 Overview...................................................................................................177

7.2 Wiring........................................................................................................178

7.3 Configuration ............................................................................................180

7.4 Output Calibration.....................................................................................235

7.5 Operation..................................................................................................239

7.6 Diagnostics and SFC Messages...............................................................244

7.7 Troubleshooting........................................................................................253

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Figures

Figure 1-1 Smart Field Communicator STS103.........................................................3

Figure 1-2 STS103 Keypad and LCD Display............................................................ 4

Figure 1-3 STS103 Switch and Terminals.................................................................. 7

Figure 1-4 STS103 Battery Pack................................................................................ 8

Figure 1-5 STS103 –Junction Box ............................................................................. 9

Figure 1-6 Typical Analog Data Exchange............................................................... 11

Figure 1-7 Typical Digital Data Exchange................................................................ 12

Figure 2-1 STS103 Keypad Color Groups ............................................................... 14

Figure 3-1 Power Up Sequence............................................................................... 24

Figure 3-2 Read Digital Database............................................................................ 24

Figure 3-3 Changing Communications Mode........................................................... 28

Figure 3-4 Configuring the Elements of the DE Communications Mode

(Single PV Transmitter)........................................................................... 30

Figure 3-5 Configuring the Elements of the DE Communications Mode

(Multiple PV Transmitter)........................................................................31

Figure 3-6 Adjusting the Damping Time Value......................................................... 33

Figure 3-7 Displaying, Setting, and Calibrating the Lower Range Value.................. 34

Figure 3-8 Displaying, Setting, and Calibrating the Upper Range Value.................. 35

Figure 3-9 Displaying and Changing the Span......................................................... 36

Figure 3-10 Displaying and Changing the Upper Range Limit................................... 37

Figure 3-11 Corrects Reset........................................................................................ 38

Figure 3-12 Displaying, Setting, and Clearing the Current Output............................. 39

Figure 3-13 Displaying and calibrating the Current Input Value................................. 40

Figure 3-14 Displaying the SFI Diagnostic Status...................................................... 41

Figure 3-15 Software Version..................................................................................... 41

Figure 3-16 Writing Data in Scratch Pad Area...........................................................42

Figure 4-1 STS103 – Junction Box and IS Connection............................................ 48

Figure 4-2 STS103–ST 3000 Connections .............................................................. 49

Figure 4-3 Adjusting the ST 3000 Damping Time Value.......................................... 53

Figure 4-4 Changing the ST 3000 Communications Mode...................................... 55

Figure 4-5 Configuring the ST 3000 DE Communications Mode ............................. 57

Figure 4-6 Changing the ST 3000 Lower Range Value (LRV)................................. 58

Figure 4-7 Changing the ST 3000 Upper Range Value (URV) ................................ 59

Figure 4-8 Configuring the ST 3000 Transmitter...................................................... 63

Figure 4-9 ST 3000 Troubleshooting Procedure...................................................... 75

Figure 5-1 STS103 – Junction Box and IS Connection............................................ 78

Figure 5-2 STS103 Connections to Model STT350 Transmitter..............................79

Figure 5-3 STS103 Connections to Model STT25D and STT25M Transmitters...... 79

Figure 5-4 STS103 Connections to Model STT300 and STT302 Transmitters........ 80

Figure 5-5 Adjusting the STT 3000 Damping Time Value........................................ 84

Figure 5-6 Changing the STT 3000 Communications Mode.................................... 86

Figure 5-7 Configuring the STT 3000 DE Communications Mode........................... 88

Figure 5-8 Changing the STT 3000 Lower Range Value (LRV)...............................89

Figure 5-9 Changing the STT 3000 Upper Range Value (URV).............................. 90

Figure 5-10 STT 3000 Temperature Transmitter Configuration................................. 94

Figure 5-11 STT 3000 Probe Configuration............................................................... 98

Figure 5-12 Save/Restore Data.................................................................................. 99

Figure 5-13 Alarm Latching/Open Input Failsafe...................................................... 100

Figure 5-14 Write Protect and Password ................................................................. 101

Figure 5-15 STT 3000 Troubleshooting Procedure.................................................. 114

Figure 6-1 STS103 – Junction Box and IS Connection.......................................... 116

Figure 6-2 STS103–MagneW Connections............................................................ 117

Figure 6-3 Adjusting the MagneW 3000 Damping Time Value .............................. 122

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Figures

Figure 6-4 Selecting the MagneW 3000 Units in which to Display Values..............124

Figure 6-5 Changing Communications Mode .........................................................125

Figure 6-6 Configuring the MagneW 3000 DE Communications Mode..................127

Figure 6-7 Changing the MagneW 3000 Upper Range Value (Span) ....................128

Figure 6-8 MagneW 3000 Prompt hierarchy...........................................................130

Figure 6-9 MagneW 3000 Units Key Configuration ................................................132

Figure 6-10 MagneW 3000 Range Configuration Graphic........................................137

Figure 6-11 MagneW 3000 Detector Data Configuration..........................................139

Figure 6-12 MagneW 3000 Alarm Setting Configuration..........................................141

Figure 6-13 MagneW 3000 Failsafe Condition Configuration...................................143

Figure 6-14 MagneW 3000 Digital Input/Output Configuration.................................145

Figure 6-15 MagneW 3000 Totalizer Menu Hierarchy..............................................147

Figure 6-16 MagneW 3000 Pulse Output Configuration...........................................148

Figure 6-17 MagneW 3000 Pulse Config?................................................................150

Figure 6-18 MagneW 3000 Set Trip Value ...............................................................151

Figure 6-19 Save/Restore Data................................................................................152

Figure 6-20 MagneW 3000 Calibration Set-up .........................................................155

Figure 6-21 MagneW 3000 Calibration Menu Hierarchy...........................................161

Figure 6-22 MagneW 3000 Excitation Current Check ..............................................162

Figure 6-23 MagneW 3000 Excitation Current Calibration .......................................164

Figure 6-24 MagneW 3000 Gain Calibration ............................................................165

Figure 6-25 MagneW 3000 DI/DO Check.................................................................166

Figure 6-26 MagneW 3000 Troubleshooting Procedure...........................................175

Figure 7-1 STS103 – Junction Box and IS Connection...........................................178

Figure 7-2 STS103–SMV 3000 Connections ..........................................................179

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Tables

Table 1-1 Model STS103 Specifications................................................................... 2

Table 1-2 STS103 Key Functions.............................................................................5

Table 1-3 Communication Format Description........................................................ 10

Table 1-4 Typical Digital Data Exchange Sequence of Events............................... 12

Table 2-1 STS103 Key Color Group Description .................................................... 14

Table 2-2 LCD Display Functions ........................................................................... 15

Table 2-3 STS103 LCD Character Definitions and General Rules ......................... 16

Table 2-4 Function Key Sequence.......................................................................... 18

Table 2-5 Configuration Key Sequence .................................................................. 19

Table 2-6 Other Key Sequences............................................................................. 21

Table 3-1 Diagnostic Messages for SFC ................................................................ 26

Table 3-2 DE Configuration Elements..................................................................... 29

Table 3-3 Storing Data in Non-volatile memory......................................................32

Table 3-4 Using the SFI as a Constant Current-source.......................................... 44

Table 3-5 Disconnect Check List............................................................................. 45

Table 4-1 Keying–in the ST 3000 ID and Uploading the Database ........................ 50

Table 4-2 Selecting the ST 3000 Units ................................................................... 54

Table 4-3 The ST 3000 DE Configuration Elements............................................... 56

Table 4-4 Setting the ST 3000 Lower Range Value Using Applied Pressure......... 60

Table 4-5 Setting the ST 3000 Upper Range Value Using Applied Pressure......... 61

Table 4-6 Scrolling through the ST 3000 Parameters............................................. 62

Table 4-7 ST 3000 Digital to Analog Current Output Signal Calibration ................. 64

Table 4-8 ST 3000 Operating Data......................................................................... 68

Table 4-9 Diagnostic Messages for SFC and ST 3000........................................... 72

Table 5-1 Keying–in the STT 3000 ID and Database ............................................. 81

Table 5-2 Selecting the STT 3000 Units.................................................................85

Table 5-3 STT 3000 DE Configuration Elements....................................................87

Table 5-4 Setting the STT 3000 Lower Range Value Using Applied Temperature. 91
Table 5-5 Setting the STT 3000 Upper Range Value Using Applied Temperature. 92

Table 5-6 Scrolling through the STT 3000 Parameters........................................... 93

Table 5-7 STT 3000 Probe Configuration Elements...............................................95

Table 5-8 STT 3000 Probe Types and Ranges ...................................................... 97

Table 5-9 STT 3000 Digital to Analog Current Output Signal Calibration............. 102

Table 5-10 STT 3000 Operating Data.....................................................................106

Table 5-11 Diagnostic Messages for SFC and STT 3000....................................... 110

Table 6-1 Keying–in the MagneW 3000 ID and Upload Database Procedure...... 118

Table 6-2 List of the MagneW 3000 Units by Application...................................... 123

Table 6-3 MagneW 3000 DE Configuration Elements..........................................126

Table 6-4 Scrolling through the MagneW 3000 Parameters................................. 131

Table 6-5 MagneW 3000 Range Config? Elements.............................................. 133

Table 6-6 Ranging Function Definitions................................................................ 134

Table 6-7 Function Selection Combinations.......................................................... 136

Table 6-8 MagneW 3000 Detector Config? Elements........................................... 138

Table 6-9 MagneW 3000 Alarm Config? Elements............................................... 140

Table 6-10 MagneW 3000 Failsafe Config? Elements............................................ 142

Table 6-11 MagneW 3000 Digital I/O? Elements.................................................... 144

Table 6-12 MagneW 3000 Totalizer Menu Elements.............................................. 146

Table 6-13 MagneW 3000 Pulse Configure? Elements.......................................... 149

Table 6-14 MagneW 3000 Calibration Set-up Procedure ....................................... 156

Table 6-15 Set the MagneW 3000 Units to m/sec .................................................. 157

Table 6-16 Set the MagneW 3000 Span to 10.001 m/sec......................................158

Table 6-17 MagneW 3000 Digital to Analog Current Output Signal Calibration ..... 159

Table 6-18 MagneW 3000 Operating Data.............................................................168

Table 6-19 Diagnostic Messages for SFC and MagneW 3000............................... 172

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Table 7-1 Keying-in Tag Number...........................................................................182

Table 7-2 Selecting Output Conformity..................................................................184

Table 7-3 Adjusting Damping Time .......................................................................185

Table 7-4 Selecting Engineering Units for PV1 and PV2.......................................188

Table 7-5 Selecting Engineering Units for PV3, etc...............................................189

Table 7-6 Selecting Engineering Units for PV4 .....................................................191

Table 7-7 Selecting Engineering Units for Design Density for PV4.......................192

Table 7-8 Identifying PV3 Probe Type...................................................................193

Table 7-9 Selecting Source of CJ Compensation..................................................195

Table 7-10 Selecting Input Filter Frequency............................................................196

Table 7-11 Activating Sensor Fault Detection .........................................................198

Table 7-12 Selecting Output Characterization.........................................................199

Table 7-13 Setting selections for PV4 Equation Definition ......................................205

Table 7-14 Setting Parameters for PV4 Equation....................................................211

Table 7-15 Setting Low and High Limits for Low Flow Cutoff..................................214

Table 7-16 Selecting PV to Represent Analog Output ............................................215

Table 7-17 Keying in LRV and URV for PV1...........................................................217

Table 7-18 Setting LRV and URV for PV1 to Applied Pressures.............................218

Table 7-19 Keying in LRV and URV for PV2...........................................................220

Table 7-20 Setting LRV and URV for PV2 to Applied Pressures.............................222

Table 7-21 Keying in LRV and URV for PV3...........................................................224

Table 7-22 Setting LRV and URV for PV3 to Applied Input Signals........................225

Table 7-23 Setting URL for PV4..............................................................................228

Table 7-24 Keying in LRV and URV for PV4...........................................................229

Table 7-25 Selecting PVs for Broadcast..................................................................232

Table 7-26 Selecting Message Format....................................................................234

Table 7-27 Calibrating Output Signal for Transmitter in Analog Mode ....................235

Table 7-28 ST 3000 Operating Data .......................................................................240

Table 7-29

Table 7-30 Non-Critical Status Diagnostic Message Table .....................................247

Table 7-31 Communication Status Message Table.................................................250

Table 7-32 Informational Status Message Table.....................................................251

Table 7-33 SFC Diagnostic Message Table............................................................252

Table 7-34 Accessing SMV 3000 Diagnostic Information using the SFC................253

Critical Status Diagnostic Messa ge Table

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Acronyms

AP ............................................................................................................Absolute Pressure

DAC ............................................................................................................ Digital to Analog

DE....................................................................................................Digital Communications

DI/DO...........................................................................................Digital Input/Digital Output

DP.........................................................................................................Differential Pressure

DR...................................................................................................................... Dual Range

DVM............................................................................................................Digital Voltmeter

GND.......................................................................................................................... Ground

GP...............................................................................................................Gauge Pressure

I/O......................................................................................................................Input/Output

LCD.....................................................................................................Liquid Crystal Display

PV ..............................................................................................................Process Variable

SFC.............................................................................................Smart Field Communicator

SFI ....................................................................................................Smart Field Instrument

SR....................................................................................................................Single Range

Parameters

BRL/P......................................................................................................... Barrels per pulse

CC/P .........................................................................................Cubic centimeters per pulse

DAMP............................................................................................................ Damping value

EU..............................................................................................................Engineering units

F/S DIR......................................................................................................Failsafe Direction

G/cm .......................................................................................Grams per square centimeter

Gal/P......................................................................................................... Gallons per pulse

I/P..................................................................................................................Liters per pulse

ID ..................................................................................................................Transmitter I.D.

inHg...........................................................................................................Inches of mercury

Kg/cm................................................................................ Kilograms per square centimeter

Kgal/P................................................................................................... Kilogallons per pulse

KPa .....................................................................................................................Kilopascals

LIN .............................................................................................................................. Linear

LRV........................................................................................................Lower Range Value

mBAR.........................................................................................................................Millibar

mGAL/P .............................................................................................10-3 gallons per pulse

mH2O............................................................................................................Inches of water

mH2O............................................................................................................Meters of water

mmH2O.................................................................................................. Millimeters of water

mmHg ................................................................................................ Millimeters of mercury

MPa.................................................................................................................. Megapascals

NVM..................................................................................................... Non-volatile memory

PSI .................................................................................................. Pounds per square inch

SQRT................................................................................................................ Square Root

SWVER........................................................................................Software Version Number

URL......................................................................................................... Upper Range Limit

URV .......................................................................................................Upper Range Value

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References

Publication

Title

SFC Information Card

ST 3000 User’s Manual
(for Series 100e and Series 900 Transmitters)

ST 3000 User’s Manual (for Release 300 Transmitters)
ST 3000 Operating Card
STT 3000 User’s Manual

(Model STT350)
STT 3000 Series STT250 Operator Manual
STT 3000 Operating Card
MagneW 3000 User’s Manual
MagneW 3000 Operating Card
SCM 3000 Smart Coriolis Mass Flowmeter User’s Manual
SGC 3000 Smart Gas Chromatograph User’s Manual

Publication

Number

34-ST-10-01
34-ST-25-11

34-ST-25-14
34-ST-11-15
34-ST-25-12

EN1I-6190

34-ST-11-16

36-KI-25-01

34-ST-11-17
34-CM-25-01
34-GC-25-01

SMV 3000 Smart Multivariable Transmitter User’s Manual

34-SM-25-02

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Section 1 —Smart Field Communicator STS103 Overview

1.1 Introduction

Function

Smart Field
Instruments (SFIs)

ATTENTION

The hand-held Smart Field Communicator(SFC), Model STS103 is a
battery-powered device which establishes two-way communications

between Honeywell’s Smart Field Instruments (SFIs) and an operator over
the existing SFI signal lines. The operator can send data to and receive
data from the SFI’s microprocessor, through the STS103, when connected
to the SFI’s signal lines at any accessible location from the control room
to the Smart Field Instrument.

There are many current SFIs with which the STS103 communicates. The
STS103 is designed for expansion and will be used with other new SFIs as
they become available. The current Honeywell smart field instruments
with which the STS103 may be used are listed below.

• Smart Pressure Transmitter ST 3000,

• Smart Temperature Transmitter STT 3000,

• Magnetic Mass Flowmeter MagneW 3000,

• Smart Coriolis Mass Flowmeter SCM 3000,

• Smart Gas Chromatograph SGC 3000, and

• Smart Multivariable Transmitter SMV 3000.

The specific instructions for using the SFC with SCM 3000, and SGC
3000 are contained in User’s Manual for that specific instrument.

Operation

You can use the STS103 to

• Select the Communications Mode – Command the SFI to transmit its

output signal in either an Analog (4-20 mA) mode or in the Digital
Communications (DE) mode.

• Configure – Enter the desired operating parameters (For example:

LRV, URV, Damping, Failsafe Mode, Configuration Parameters) into
the Smart Field Instrument.

• Diagnose – Access the SFI self-diagnostic capabilities to troubleshoot

suspected operation or communication problems.

• Calibrate – The SFC provides a simplified procedure for calibrating

Smart Field Instruments, thus maintaining excellent accuracy with
significantly reduced maintenance requirements.

• Display – Readout all the configured operating parameters from the

SFI as well as other data such as PROM Serial Number, Device ID,
Scratch pad memory, Sensor Temperature, Input values in selected
Engineering Units, and others.

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1.1 Introduction, Continued

Operation, continued

• Checkout – Put the SFI in the Output mode and command the SFI to

transmit a precise signal, selectable from 0% to 100% full scale, to assist
you in verifying loop operation, loop calibration, or troubleshooting.

Specifications

The STS103’s specifications are listed in Table 1-1.

Table 1-1 Model STS103 Specifications

Operating Conditions

Operating Limits Transportation and Storage

Ambient Temperature °C

°F

Humidity % 10% to 90% RH 5% to 95% RH
Vibration

Maximum Acceleration (G)
Frequency (Hz)
Amplitude (mm peak to peak)

Shock

Maximum Acceleration (G)
Duration (ms)

–10° to 50°
14° to 122°

0.2
0 to 100

0.75

5
50

–20° to 60°
–4° to 140°

0.5
0 to 100

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15
11

Minimum load resistance

@ 24 Vdc Supply Voltage

250 Ohms

Performance

Safety Approvals FM Intrinsic Safe, Class I, II, III, Div 1, GP A-G Outdoor

Nonincendive, Class I, Div 2, GP A-G Outdoor

CE Conformity, Europe 89/336/EEC, the EMC Directive

Physical

Dimensions

Overall
Keypad

Weight 470 g (1 lb.)
LCD Display

Display Character
Keyboard Type Tactile feedback embossed membrane, 4 by 8 matrix, 32 keys
Lead Connectors Easy hook and alligator clips
Battery Charger

Input Power
Output Power
Time to charge
Time between charges

102 mm x 42 mm x 206 mm (4 In. x 1.7 in. x 8 in.)
86 mm x 136 mm (3.4 x 5.4 in.)

2 lines x 16 characters
5 x 7 dots with line for cursor

108 – 120 Vac, 200 – 240 Vac, 50/60 Hz
7 Vdc, 180 mA
16 hours minimum
24 hours minimum, a colon”:” in the eighth character position indicates low
battery power.

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description

STS103 physical
description

The STS103 is a hand-held unit that has a 2-line by 16-character digital
liquid crystal display (LCD) and a keypad. The STS103 connects to the
SFI by way of a cable connected to the SFI junction box terminals. A
NiCd battery pack allows the STS103 to be used in the field without the
need for input power. The STS103 is shown in Figure 1-1.

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Industrial Control Equipment, Group 1, Class A, ISM Equipment (ref.
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CE Conformity
(Europe)

This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of
European Council Directive 89/336/EEC, the EMC Directive. Conformity

of this product with any other “CE Mark” Directive(s) shall not be
assumed. Deviation from the operating conditions specified may
invalidate this product’s conformity with the EMC Directive.

ATTENTION

The emission limits of EN 50081-2 are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when this equipment is operated in an industrial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
may cause harmful interference. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and
may cause interference to radio and television reception when the equipment is used closer than 30 meters (98
feet) to the antenna(e). In special cases, when highly susceptible apparatus is used in close proximity, the user
may have to employ additional mitigating measures to further reduce the electromagnetic emissions of this
equipment.

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description, Continued

2-line by 16-character
LCD display

STS103 keypad

The LCD display provides prompts and displays values, keypad input,
statuses, and alarms. Each character on the display is in a 5 X 7 dot matrix
with a line below the character for the cursor. The STS103 is multi-lingual
and can display parameters and statuses in engineering or metric units.
The desired language is selected through menus, as is the desired
parameter format.

Through the STS103’s keypad, the parameters and characteristics of each
SFI may be viewed and changed. In several instances, several keys are
used together to perform certain functions. Figure 1-2 shows the STS103
keypad and LCD display.

Figure 1-2 STS103 Keypad and LCD Display

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description, Continued

STS103 key functions

Table 1-2 STS103 Key Functions

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Table 1-2 describes the use and function of the STS103 keypad keys.

The white NUM/ALPHA key toggles between the alpha mode or numeric mode
for the STS103. In the alpha mode, the capital letter or character in the upper
right-hand corner of the keys is input when that key is pressed. In the numeric
mode, the number is input or the indicated first function is performed.

The black SHIFT key enables the second function above certain keys to be

performed. When shifted functions are enabled, the word “SHIFT–” is displayed
on line two of the display. The second function desired must be selected
immediately after the Shift key is pressed. The Shift key upper right-hand
character, the caret character, is input when in the alpha mode.

The white CLR (NO) key cancels the current function or task when pressed and
backs out to its previous operating state. The NO, or negative response, function
is used in response to questions in the LCD display or decisions.

The orange ENTER (YES) (NON-VOL) key is used to send a write/set command
to the RAM memory in an SFI or to answer “Yes” to prompts. The NON-VOL
second function writes data into the non-volatile memory of an SFI.

The Alpha keys A – Z input the alpha character in the upper right­hand corner when the alpha mode is activated. The alpha mode is

Z

0

available to enter an ID name or to use the Scratch Pad. The cursor
is replaced by a “

*” character when the alpha mode is activated.

Z

0

SCR PAD

+

–

DE READ

A

ID

P

9

The yellow decimal point (SCR PAD) key inputs a decimal point when in the
number mode and a space in the alpha mode. The SCR PAD second function
displays data in the SFI’s scratch pad memory.

The yellow positive/negative key functions as follows:

•

When entering an ID name or using the Scratch Pad function, the

ALPHA/NUM key toggles to allow a (–) hyphen (NUM mode) or a (/) slash
(ALPHA mode) to be entered using the +/– key.

• In the configuration mode, use the +/– key to enter a positive or negative
symbol when entering a value. The NUM/ALPHA key toggles between “+”
and “–”.

The green ID (DE READ) key reads and displays the device’s tag name (ID)
when pressed. In analog devices, the database is also read. The DE READ
second function reads the digital enhanced SFI’s database along with the tag
name.

The yellow Numeric keys 0 – 9 input the number character when the
number mode is activated. When in the numeric mode, the cursor is

shown as a blinking

.

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description, Continued

Key functions,

continued

Table 1-2 STS103 Key Functions (Continued)

Key Description

The green CONF key starts each SFI’s configuration mode. The unique settings

B

CONF

DAMP

UNITS

LRV

0%

are the parameters and characteristics that are configured into the SFI.

The green DAMP key displays the damping constant of the SFI. (See Note 1.)

C

The green UNITS key displays the SFI’s currently selected engineering units.

D

The units may be changed by repeatedly pressing the key until the desired units
appear. (See Note 1.)

The green LRV 0% key displays the SFI lower range value (LRV) in the

E

engineering unit selected by the UNITS Key.
(See Note 1.)

F

URV

100%

DE CONF

I

MENU

ITEM

G

SET

H

NEXT

INPUT

J

OUT-

PUT

RESET

K

COR­RECT

The green URV 100% key displays the SFI upper range value (URV) in the
engineering unit selected by the UNITS key.
(See Note 1.)

The green MENU ITEM (DE CONF) key selects the current PV from multi-PV
devices. The DE CONF second function displays the current Digital (DE)
configuration. Allows the selection of one data item from a series of grouped
functions in the configuration mode.

The orange SET key sets the function of the key pressed immediately before this
key in the SFI. For example, setting the URV or LRV to the applied PV.

L

The orange NEXT and PREV keys set the damping constant, change
the engineering units, increase and decrease numeric values during

PREV

output D/A calibrations, and displays the next/previous units in the
unit selection. These keys also select the next or previous
configuration element in an SFI’s unique setting mode.

The orange OUTPUT (INPUT) key displays the currently selected transmitted
output in percent. The second function displays the SFI’s currently selected input
in the active engineering units.

The orange CORRECT (RESET) key is used to make on-line zero corrections
and to calibrate output signal and range values. The RESET second function
returns the ST and STT transmitters to their original factory calibration states.
Resetting the MagneW transmitter is done through the calibration menus.

Note 1. For Multi-PV SFI’s, the STS103 displays the value for the currently selected PV.

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description, Continued

Key functions,

continued

Table 1-2 STS103 Key Functions (Continued)

Key Description

F/S DIR

STAT

URL

SPAN

SW VER

3

STS103 switch and
terminals

A <–> DE

M Q

The olive STAT (F/S DIR) key sequentially displays the result of an SFI’s
diagnostics. The second function displays the failsafe direction, Hi or Lo, for

U

analog SFIs. The failsafe direction is hard-wired in the analog SFI and
determines the direction the SFI output goes in burnout (SFI failure).

The olive SPAN (URL) key displays the span in Engineering units selected by the
UNITS key. The second function displays the upper range limit (URL) value of

Y

the SFI.

The yellow 3 (SW VER) key second function displays the software version of the

X

STS103 when not communicating with an SFI, or the software versions of the
STS103 and SFI when connected to an SFI.

Figure 1-3 shows the STS103 ON/OFF switch and the terminals on the
sides of the unit.

Figure 1-3 STS103 Switch and Terminals

The olive cursor keys move the cursor forward or backward one
position while the cursor is displayed. In the number mode, the cursor
back key performs a backspace function. The A <–> DE second

function of the cursor back key toggles the SFI output mode between
analog and digital enhanced communication.

Charging

Terminal

Left Side

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ON/OFF

Switch

Communications

Terminal

Right Side

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1.2 STS103 Physical and Functional Description, Continued

Battery pack location

The battery pack is located behind the LCD display and is accessed
through a back panel. Two hex screws need to be removed to access the
battery pack. Figure 1-4 shows the location of the battery pack and how it
fits into the STS103.

Figure 1-4 STS103 Battery Pack

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Charging the batteries

STS103 charging
terminal

Self-diagnostics

The battery pack is charged by plugging the battery charger into an outlet
and inserting the lead into the charging terminal of the STS103. The
battery pack takes a minimum of 10 hours to charge and the STS103 may
be used continuously for up to 24 hours before the battery pack needs
recharging. A colon (:) will be appear in the middle of the top line on the
LCD display when the battery pack needs charging.

The battery pack is charged through a battery charger that plugs into the
charging terminal. The charger inputs 110 or 220 Vac 50/60 Hz and
outputs 7 Vdc 180 mA to the NiCd battery pack. The connector of the
battery charger is inserted into the charging terminal on left side of the
STS103 by the ON/OFF switch.

When the STS103 is turned on, it automatically runs diagnostics on its
functions. Upon successful completion of the diagnostics, the message,

“PUT LOOP IN MAN” (analog communications) or
“DE-XMTR PRESS ID” (digital communications)

appears. If an error occurs, the message,

“CRITICAL STATUS” appears.

Refer to Section 3 for a description of the STS103 errors or the individual
device sections for device specific error messages.

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1.3 Connections

Connecting the
STS103 to junction
boxes and IS panels

The STS103 connects to SFIs, IS panels, and junction boxes through a
pair of wires with alligator clips on the ends. The STS103
communications terminal end of the wires has a stereo phone jack
connection that is inserted into the communications terminal. The other
end of the wires are clipped onto terminals in the junction box or IS
barrier panel, or directly to the transmitter. The red SFC lead connects to
the junction box or SFI positive terminal, the black lead to the negative
terminal.

Figure 1-5 shows the STS103 connected to a junction box and an IS
barrier panel.

Figure 1-5 STS103 –Junction Box and IS Connection

Transmitter Junction Box IS Panel

w

l

l

e

w

ey

n

o

H

ney

o

H

l

l

e

Connecting the
STS103 to a smart
field instrument (SFI)

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The STS103 connects directly to the positive and negative terminals on
the SFI. The STS103 can connect to only one SFI at a time.

REFER TO THE INDIVIDUAL DEVICE SECTIONS IN THIS
MANUAL for instructions on how to wire the STS103 to your particular
device (SFI).

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1.4 STS103/SFI Communication

How data is
transferred

Types of
communication

Sending and receiving data to and from an SFI is done over the

transmitter’s 4-20 mA wires. When the STS103 is connected to a
transmitter and turned on, it automatically determines what type of
transmitter it is communicating with. When data is sent to a transmitter, a
request is sent to the transmitter and a response is sent back to the
STS103. When the STS103 and SFI are communicating, the message
“SFC Working...” is displayed on the STS103.

The message handling routines are transparent to you. The way the request
and response messages are handled depend on whether the transmitter is
an analog only model or an analog/digital model, and the mode
configuration.

Analog communications uses half duplex communication (data can be
sent in one direction at a time, to the transmitter or to the STS103) while
the digital communication uses half duplex with or without broadcast (4 or
6 bytes). Table 1-3 describes the communication formats used.

Table 1-3 Communication Format Description

Format Description

Analog
Communication
Mode

DE READ

A

ID

Digital (DE)
Communication
Mode

DE READ

^

^^

^

S

SS

SHH

S

^

H

I

F

T

HII

IFF

FTT

T

H

I

F

T

ID

Analog communication uses a half-duplex , variable-length
message with a wake-up pulse for on-demand requests and
responses. While the messages travel back and forth, the

transmitter’s output varies between 4-20 mA, therefore, the
control loop must be in manual so the data exchange does
not interfere with the control loop.

Digital communication also uses a half-duplex , variable­length message with no wake-up pulse for on-demand
requests and responses (not including data uploads). The
data is piggybacked on the process variable data being sent
on the control loop.

The broadcast 4-byte format is rarely used because no

A

database protection can be performed when used in the
TDC 3000 system. This mode is only used when faster PV
update rates are required. One byte is for transmitter status
and configuration data; the other three are for process data.

The broadcast 6-byte format is used for uploading the
transmitter’s database to the STS103’s hold memory. The
bytes are similar to the 4-byte format, but it includes two
additional bytes of transmitter database information.

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1.4 STS103/SFI Communication, Continued

Analog data exchange

When the STS103 communicates with an analog transmitter, a 26 mA
wake-up pulse is sent to the transmitter to put the device into the
communication mode. The pulse also causes the current drawn by the
device to drop to 4 mA. Data is then exchanged in an analog fashion
(4-20 mA) between the STS103 and SFI. Figure 1-6 shows a typical
analog data exchange using the STS103.

Figure 1-6 Typical Analog Data Exchange

SFC103 Smart Transmitter

Send Request

Keypad Action

Display Message

26 mA

20 mA

Wake-up

Pulse

Wake-up Signal and Message

Data and

Start

Request

Response

Message

Parity

Receive Data

Identify Request

Process Information

Send Response

Stop

Analog PV

10 mA

4 mA

Turn-On

Turn-Off

Request

Start

Response

Data and

Parity

Analog PV

Stop

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1.4 STS103/SFI Communication, Continued

Digital data exchange

Data exchanges between the STS103 and digital devices are in ASCII.
The exchange starts off with the STS103 requesting the transfer and the
SFI then responds. Figure 1-7 shows a typical digital data exchange using
the STS103 and Table 1-4 Describes the sequence of events.

Figure 1-7 Typical Digital Data Exchange

No. of Bytes 4 4 4 4 14 4 4 4

Xmtr

SFC

Digital data exchange
sequence of events

PV PV PV PV

12 3

4

Table 1-4 describes the sequence of events in a typical digital data
exchange. The steps correspond to the numbers in Figure 1-7.

5

Request and

Message

6

7

PV and

Response

8

PV PV PV

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Table 1-4 Typical Digital Data Exchange Sequence of Events

Step Occurrence

1 The STS103 waits at least 100 msec for any digital communications.
2 The STS103 detects the transmitter message length and gap

location.

3 The STS103 synchronizes its operation with the next transmitter

message.

4 The STS103 transmits a request and message during the next inter-

message gap.

5 The transmitter halts broadcasting process variable (PV) data when

the request is detected.

6 After receipt of a complete message, the transmitter returns to its

configured broadcast mode and processes a response message.

7 After completion of processing, the transmitter sends the response

message in half duplex protocol after the next PV data broadcast.

8 Upon completion of the data transfer, the transmitter returns to its

configured broadcast mode within 100 msec.

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Section 2 —STS103 User Interface Guidelines

1.2 STS103 Overview

Introduction

What’s in this section?

This section describes the User Interface functions and guidelines for the
STS103 Smart Field Communicator (SFC).

There are several features of the STS103 that will make communicating
with a Smart Field Instrument (SFI) easier to accomplish. They are:

• Common operation for all Smart Field Instruments

• A two-line LCD display

• A new keypad with improved key responsiveness

• Direct key access for the “most used” functions

• Configuration key access for SFI-specific configuration and “lesser

used” functions

This section contains the following topics:

Topic See Page

2.1 Overview 13

2.2 Keypad Functions 14

2.3 Display Functions 15

2.4 Prompt Character Definitions 16

2.5 Function Key Data Entry 17

2.6 Configuration Key Data Entry 19

2.7 Other Key Sequences 21

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2.2 Keypad Functions

Keypad color groups

The keypad keys are grouped in several different colors that correspond to
specific functions. Figure 2-1 shows the grouping of the STS103 keys.

Figure 2-1 STS103 Keypad Color Groups

Green

DE READ

ABCD

ID DAMP UNITS

CONF

EFGH

Olive

LRV URV

0% 100%

DE CONF RESET

A <–> DE

F/S DIR

ALPHA

INPUT

IJKL

MENU

STAT

NUM /

OUT- COR-

PUT

MNO P

QRST

UVWX

URL

YZ

SHIFT

SET

NEXT

564

PREV

SW VER

+

–

NON-VOL

ENTER

(YES)(NO)

RECTITEM

789

123

SCR PAD

0SPAN

CLR

Orange

Yellow

Orange

Key color group
description

White/Black

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Table 2-1 describes the key color grouping on the STS103.

Table 2-1 STS103 Key Color Group Description

Key Color Description

Green

Orange

Yellow

White/Black

Olive

The green keys are used to enter and verify SFI configuration
data.

The orange keys are keys the operator uses to control the
actions of the STS103 and SFIs. These keys also select and
set parameters for the SFIs.

The primary function of the yellow keys is to enter numeric
data into the STS103. Data may be entered into the scratch
pad memory of certain SFIs and the software version may be
displayed through these keys.

The white and black keys enter the alpha or numeric modes

and enable the STS103’s second functions to be activated.
CLR (no) key takes you to a previous function level.

The olive keys allow backspacing or advancing in certain
modes, switching from analog to digital modes for
communicating with different SFIs, and viewing the status of
SFIs. Allows viewing of Span and Upper Range Limit.

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2.3 Display Functions

LCD display

The STS103 uses a two-line display.

Table 2-2 lists the data that may appear on each line of the display and
some examples of each.

Table 2-2 LCD Display Functions

Line Display Data Examples

Upper Type of transmitter MAG SR, LIN DP, STT, etc..

Tag Name (User defined ID name)
A label that identifies the value,

message, or sub-level title on
the lower line.

Configuration sub-level title for
which the menu selections or
settings are shown on the lower
line.

The non critical status indicator ( # )
The low battery indicator ( : )

Lower Alpha-numeric string for ID

name or Scratch Pad entries.

LRV1, OUTPT2, SPT CONFIG,
etc.

RANGE CONFIG?,
PROBE CONFIG?
CONFORMITY?, etc.

(user defined name or message)

The numerical value and units
for the parameter defined on the
upper line.

Configuration sub-level title with
a “?” indicating that the next
configuration level may (“YES”)
or may not (“NO”) be selected
for viewing.

Pre-set or menu selectable
configuration values
(Configuration level 2 or 3).

STS103 processor status
messages.

STS103 communication status
messages.

53.99%, 23.121°C, 28.763 Gal/hr,
etc.

CONFORMITY?,
RANGE CONFIG?,
TOTALIZER MENU?, etc.

CURRENT PV: 1,
F/SAFE UPSCALE,
VELOCITY,
(for MagneW UNITS KEY), etc.

SFC WORKING...,
READY...,
ENTERED IN SFC, etc.

NO TRANSMITTER RESPONSE,
IN OUTPUT MODE, etc.

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2.4 Prompt Character Definitions

Definitions and general
rules

Certain characters on the LCD display indicate to you which type of
response is permitted.

Table 2-3 shows these characters and the rules and what the STS103 is
looking for in the way of input.

Table 2-3 STS103 LCD Character Definitions and General Rules

Character Display Example Requested Action

“ _ ” When the display

contains a cursor,
for example,

LRV = 1.22

“ = “ When the display

shows an item after
an equal (=) sign,
for example,

F/S = B/O Lo

“ ? ” When the display

shows an item with
a question mark (?)
after the item, for
example,

Range Config?

The STS103 is asking you to enter a
numerical value at the cursor point.

Type in a new value and press the ENTER
key to store the value.
Numeric entries are also allowed in the ID

name and Scratch Pad messages.
The STS103 is asking for a selection after

the equal sign.
Your selection can be made using the

MENU

from a pre-defined list of values or
selections.

The STS103 is asking if you want to enter a
particular group of configuration parameters.

If the parameters are what you desire, press
the YES

Press the CLR
current configuration level and return the

SFC display to the next highest configuration
level.

key or the or

key.

key to cancel from the

keys

Press NEXT
next or previous group of parameters.

“ * “

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When the display
shows an item with

* “, for example:

a “

ABC

*

The STS103 is asking you to enter an alpha
character.

This prompt is used only when entering an
ID name or Scratch Pad messages.

or PREV to go on to the

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2.5 Function Keys Data Entry

Function keys

Multiple process
variables

To access the basic functions or parameters which are common to all
SFIs, press any one of the labeled function keys. These common items
are:

•ID

• SPAN/LRV/URV/URL

• INPUT/OUTPUT

• INPUT and OUTPUT CORRECTS

• LRV and URV CORRECTS and SETS

• RESET CORRECTS

• STATUS

• UNITS

• DAMPING

• FAILSAFE DIRECTION

• DE OPERATIONS

•SW VERSION

• SCRATCH PAD

In some cases, more than one Process Variable is available. Press the

MENU key to select which PV will be referenced when the following

operating parameters are displayed:

• SPAN/LRV/URV/URL/LRL

• INPUT/OUTPUT

• DAMP

• UNITS

For example, consider an SFI that may analyze up to four components.
Each time the MENU key is pressed, the display will step through the
available Process Variables (PVs)-(CURRENT PV:1, CURRENT PV:2,

CURRENT PV:3, CURRENT PV:4).

If PV:2 were selected and the SPAN key pressed, “SPAN 2” (the span
for input 2) would be displayed.

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2.5 Function Keys Data Entry, Continued

Function key sequence

Most of the common operating parameters are numerical values which
may be altered by the operator. To display and/or change these values,
follow the key sequence procedure in Table 2-4.

Table 2-4 Function Key Sequence

Step Action

1 Press the desired Function key. The display will show the current

setting or value of the selected parameter.
A numerical value may be changed only if the first digit of the

currently displayed value is underlined.

2Enter a new value by pressing the appropriate number keys.

For some values, such as Damping, the
used to step through a menu of permitted selections.

3

Press the ENTER

ATTENTION

the data will not be downloaded to the SFI.

4

The CLR
operating display without making any changes.

key may be used at any time to return to the normal

(yes) key to store the new data in the STS103.

If the operator exits the display using any other key,

and keys may be

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