Emerson FB2200 Flow Computer Quick Start Guide
Emerson FB2200 Flow Computer
Quick Start Guide
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Device Safety Considerations
Reading these Instructions
Before operating the device, read these instructions carefully and understand their safety implications. In some
situations, improperly using this device may result in damage or injury. Keep this manual in a convenient location
for future reference. Note that these instructions may not cover all details or variations in equipment or cover every
possible situation regarding installation, operation, or maintenance. Should problems arise that are not covered
sufficiently in the text, immediately contact Customer Support for further information.
Protecting Operating Processes
A failure of this device — for whatever reason -- may leave an operating process without appropriate protection and
could result in possible damage to property or injury to persons. To protect against this, you should review the
need for additional backup equipment or provide alternate means of protection (such as alarm devices, output
limiting, fail-safe valves, relief valves, emergency shutoffs, emergency switches, etc.). Contact Remote
Automation Solutions for additional information.
Returning Equipment
If you need to return any equipment to Remote Automation Solutions, it is your responsibility to ensure that the
equipment has been cleaned to safe levels, as defined and/or determined by applicable federal, state and/or local
law regulations or codes. You also agree to indemnify Remote Automation Solutions and hold Remote Automation
Solutions harmless from any liability or damage which Remote Automation Solutions may incur or suffer due to
your failure to ensure device cleanliness.
Grounding Equipment
Ground metal enclosures and exposed metal parts of electrical instruments in accordance with OSHA rules and
regulations as specified in Design Safety Standards for Electrical Systems, 29 CFR, Part 1910, Subpart S, dated: April
16, 1981 (OSHA rulings are in agreement with the National Electrical Code). You must also ground mechanical or
pneumatic instruments that include electrically operated devices such as lights, switches, relays, alarms, or chart
drives.
Important: Complying with the codes and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction is essential to ensuring
personnel safety. The guidelines and recommendations in this manual are intended to meet or exceed applicable
codes and regulations. If differences occur between this manual and the codes and regulations of authorities
having jurisdiction, those codes and regulations must take precedence.
Protecting from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
This device contains sensitive electronic components which be damaged by exposure to an ESD voltage.
Depending on the magnitude and duration of the ESD, it can result in erratic operation or complete failure of the
equipment. Ensure that you correctly care for and handle ESD-sensitive components.
System Training
A well-trained workforce is critical to the success of your operation. Knowing how to correctly install, configure,
program, calibrate, and trouble-shoot your Emerson equipment provides your engineers and technicians with the skills
and confidence to optimize your investment. Remote Automation Solutions offers a variety of ways for your personnel
to acquire essential system expertise. Our full-time professional instructors can conduct classroom training at several of
our corporate offices, at your site, or even at your regional Emerson office. You can also receive the same quality
training via our live, interactive Emerson Virtual Classroom and save on travel costs. For our complete schedule and
further information, contact the Remote Automation Solutions Training Department at 800-338-8158 or email us at
education@emerson.com.
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Safety First!
Never perform the installation/setup activities described in this document in a hazardous area.
Ensure the area is non-hazardous.
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Never open the enclosure in a hazardous location. Opening the enclosure in
a hazardous location could result in an explosion.
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
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Use only batteries supplied with the flow computer or sold by Emerson as spare parts for this
flow computer. If you substitute a battery you obtain elsewhere you will void your
certification unless it is the identical part from the same manufacturer as that supplied with
the flow computer from Emerson.
If you purchase a solar panel/external solar regulator combination other than the Emerson-
approved option, it must meet the specifications listed in the Emerson FB2200 Flow Computer
Instruction Manual (D301784X012).
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD - Substitution of any components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 1
or Class I, Division 2.
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD - Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area
is known to be non-hazardous.
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Required Tools
Certain tools and equipment are required for installing and servicing the flow computer.
Table 1: Required Tools
Tool Use
Torque wrench For bolting/mounting the flow computer
2.5 mm Hexagonal wrench For manipulating rotation set screw
#1 Phillips-head screwdriver For screws on HMI module
#2 Phillips-head screwdriver For screws on other modules and boards
#3 Phillips-head screwdriver For optional aluminum enclosure clamps
1/8 inch flat-head screwdriver For 5.08 mm pitch terminal block connections
Utility knife For 30W solar panel installation
Wire strippers For 30W solar panel installation
Wire cutters For 30W solar panel installation
7/32 inch flat-head screwdriver For 30W solar panel installation
Laptop PC running Field Tools with
FBxConnect™ configuration software
For software configuration
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Opening/Closing the Enclosure
The enclosure opens/closes differently, depending upon whether you have the compressionmolded fiberglass enclosure or the aluminum enclosure.
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Never open the enclosure in a hazardous location. Opening the enclosure in
a hazardous location could result in an explosion.
Compression-molded Fiberglass Enclosure
The enclosure includes two fasteners at the top and bottom of the door. To open the door,
lift the clasp to loosen the latch and pull it free of the post, then repeat for the other fastener
and open the door. To fasten the door, place the latch on the post and press down the clasp;
repeat for the other fastener.
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Aluminum Enclosure
The enclosure includes six clamps along the edge of the door (two at the top, two on the
bottom, two at the side). To open the door, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to loosen (but
not remove) the screws enough so you can then pop the clamp free of the lip of the door,
then repeat for the other clamps and open the door. To fasten the door, place the clamp
over the door lip then tighten the screw; repeat for the other clamps.
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Bolting Considerations
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
If the flow computer installation requires assembly of a process flange, manifold, or flange
adapters, follow these assembly guidelines to ensure a tight seal for optimal performance
characteristics of the flow computer.
Only use bolts supplied with the flow computer or sold by Emerson as spare parts. Refer to the
figure below for common flow computer assemblies with the bolt length required for proper flow
computer installation. Bolt thread size is 7/16-20 UNF.
Note
For all other manifolds, contact your local Emerson Sales office or Emerson Impact Partner.
Bolts are typically carbon steel or stainless steel. Confirm the material by viewing the markings on
the head of the bolt and referencing Table 2. If bolt material is not shown in the table, contact your
local Emerson representative for more information.
Transmitter with coplanar flange
Transmitter with coplanar flange and optional flange adapters
Transmitter with coplanar flange and optional flange adapters
Use the following bolt installation procedure:
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1. Carbon steel bolts do not require lubrication. Stainless steel bolts are factory-coated with a
lubricant to ease installation. Do not apply any additional lubricant when installing either
type of bolt.
2. Finger-tighten the bolts.
3. Torque the bolts to the initial torque value using a crossing pattern. See Table 2 for initial
torque value.
4. Torque the bolts to the final torque value using the same crossing pattern. See Table 2 for
final torque value.
5. Verify that the flange bolts protrude through the sensor module before applying pressure.
Table 2: Torque Values for the Flange and Flange Adapter Bolts
Bolt
material
Carbon
Steel (CS)
Stainless
Steel (SST)
Proper Bolt Installation
Head markings
Initial torque
300 in. -lbs.
(33.9 N m)
150 in. -lbs.
(16.9 N m)
Final torque
650 in. -lbs.
(73.4 N m)
300 in. -lbs.
(33.9 N m)
1
2
Bolt
Sensor module
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Pole Mounting — Aluminum Enclosure
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
1. Apply Loctite
screws (Item 2).
2. Attach pole mounting brackets (Item 3) to enclosure using head cap screws (Item 2) and hex
nuts (Item 1). Torque hex nuts to 30 in-lbs (3.4 N m).
3. Apply Loctite #222 threadlocker sparingly to threads of U-bolts (Item 4).
4. Use U-bolts (Item 4) to mount enclosure to pole using hex nuts (Item 1). Torque hex nuts to
30 in-lbs (3.4 N m).
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#222TM Low Strength Purple Threadlocker sparingly to threads of head cap
1 5/16-18 keps stainless steel hex nut
2 5/16-18 x 1.0 LG wire-lockable socket head cap screw
3 Pole mounting bracket
4 2-inch diameter 5/16-18 x 4.0LG U-bolt
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Pole Mounting —Fiberglass Enclosure
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
1. Attach pole mounting brackets (Item 4) to enclosure using split lock stainless steel washers
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(Item 1) and Torx
2. Apply Loctite
bolts (Item 5).
3. Use U-bolts (Item 5) to mount enclosure to pole using hex nuts (Item 3). Torque hex nuts to
30 in-lbs (3.4 N m).
head screws (Item 2).
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#222 Low Strength Purple Threadlocker adhesive sparingly to threads of U-
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1 ¼ inch screw split lock stainless steel washer
2 ¼-10 x .75LG thread forming Torx head screw
3 5/16-18 keps stainless steel hex nut
4 Pole mounting bracket
5 2 inch diameter 5/16-18 x 4.0LG U-bolt
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Panel/Wall Mounting Dimensions — Aluminum Enclosure
Aluminum Enclosure Panel/Wall
Mounting
A Mounting holes are 7.92 mm (0.312 in) diameter
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Panel/Wall Mounting Dimensions — Fiberglass Enclosure
Prior to mounting, attach mounting tabs to enclosure:
Attaching mounting tabs
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Fiberglass Enclosure Panel/Wall Mounting
A Mounting holes are 7.9 mm (0.31 in) wide
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Grounding
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
The flow computer includes a ground stud on the bottom of the battery box enclosure.
Once you have installed the unit, run a ground wire between the ground stud on the
bottom of the battery box enclosure and a known good earth ground. You route the
ground wire through one of the conduit fittings.
Use stranded copper wire to earth ground and keep the length as short as possible.
Clamp or braze the ground wire to the ground bed conductor (typically a stranded
copper AWG 0000 cable installed vertically or horizontally).
Run the ground wire so that any routing bend in the cable has a minimum radius of
30.48 cm (12 inches) below ground and 20.32 cm (8 inches) above ground.
For more information on grounding or if your installation uses cathodic protection, refer to
Site Considerations for Equipment Installation, Grounding, and Wiring (D301452X012).
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Wiring Communications
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
Notes
You do not need to add termination resistors; you can configure termination through
software selections in FBxConnect.
You should terminate all shields at chassis ground.
COM1
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1 RS-232 port on other device
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1 RS-485/422 (4-wire) port on other device
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1 RS-485 (2-wire) port on other device
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1 RS-232 port on other device
1 RS-485 (2-wire) port on other device
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Ethernet
The Ethernet port is a standard 8-pin 10/100Base-T RJ-45 modular connector located on the
bottom right side of the CPU enclosure.
1 Ethernet Port
Notes
The default IP address for the port is 192.168.1.10.
The default port is 20000 for DNP3 communication.
A jumper cable enables/disables the Ethernet port. See the Emerson FB2200 Flow Computer
Instruction Manual (D301784X012) for details.
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Wiring I/O
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
Notes
You should terminate all shields at chassis ground.
When using a digital output to drive an inductive load (such as a relay coil), place a
CPU Base I/O (AI/AO1&2, DI/DO/PI 1&2) Wiring
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suppression diode across the load. This protects the DO from the reverse Electro-Motive
Force (EMF) spike generated when the inductive load is switched off.
A When wiring a 1-5 V Analog Input (AI), use configuration at left
B When wiring a 4-20 mA Analog Input (AI), use configuration at left
1 Field Device
2 Power Supply 30Vdc Max
3 Open Drain Type or Open Collector Device (Externally Powered)
4 500 mA load max
5 To AGND
6 To AIAOx
7 Dry contact
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Optional Expansion I/O Board Wiring
1 Field Device
2 Power Supply 30Vdc Max
3 500 mA load max
4 Open Drain Type or Open Collector Device (Externally Powered)
5 Dry contact
6 Low Side Switch
7 High Side Switch
ISO AI/AO 7, 8 and ISO DI/DO/PI 7, 8, 9, 10 on 6-channel expansion I/O board only allowed if
optional 8-channel expansion I/O board (ISO DI/DO/PI 3, 4, 5, 6, ISO AI/AO 3,4,5,6) already
present.
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Note
The default configuration is 4-wire RTD; you can change the configuration in FBxConnect.
1 2-Wire RTD
1 3-Wire RTD
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1 4-Wire RTD
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Wiring Power
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
The flow computer accepts DC power with an input voltage range from 10.5 to 30V. The amount of
power required depends on installed options.
DC Power
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1 To external DC power supply
Important
If your installation uses DC power for main power, do not wire battery power as a secondary (back
up) power source. Certification only allows a
void your certification.
single
main power source; wiring both sources will
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Solar Power (Internal Regulator)
For the solar panel option using a solar regulator built into the flow computer enclosure,
connect the pre-wired cable to the solar panel.
1 Solar Panel
2 Conduit
3 Fast acting 6.3A one time fuse
4 Solar Regulator
5 Solar
6 Battery
7 Load
8 Battery
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Solar Power (External Solar Regulator)
For the 30W solar panel option with an external solar regulator (charger/controller)
purchased through Emerson (Emerson-approved option) connect the external solar
regulator to the flow computer battery using the instructions in this section.
If you are using your own external solar regulator/30W solar panel not purchased through
Emerson, you can use this section as an example of a typical installation. You should also
consult the manufacturer’s instructions for your solar panel/solar regulator.
In either situation, you must use the battery, cables, and fuses supplied by Emerson for your
connections to the solar regulator/solar panel.
Note
When making connections to the junction box or the solar regulator, you will need a suitable
cable gland/grommet to prevent water ingress to the junction box.
1. If you’re using a new solar regulator from Emerson, it comes with plastic mounting
feet used only for surface mounting applications. Remove the mounting feet but save
the lock nut.
2. The solar regulator also comes with fork connectors.
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External Regulator for 30W Solar Panel
1 Solar regulator
2 Fork connectors
3. Remove the fork connectors and trim back the insulation on the wires ¼ inch.
External Regulator for 30W Solar Panel (Fork connectors removed)
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4. Remove the junction box cover. Use a utility knife to remove the knock-outs (Item 2)
in the junction box (Item 1) and feed the wires from the solar regulator into the
junction box, and through the solar regulator lock nut (Item 3).
Wiring External Solar Regulator to 30W Solar Panel
1
Junction box
2
Knock-out holes
3
Lock nut
5. Use the solar regulator lock nut to attach the solar regulator to the junction box, and a
7/32” flat head screwdriver to attach the wires from the regulator to the junction box
connectors as shown.
Wiring External Solar Regulator to 30W Solar Panel
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6. Route the BATT+ and BATT- wires from the flow computer into the junction box.
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Battery Wires from the Flow Computer to 30W Solar Panel
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Battery wires from the flow computer
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7. Connect the wires as shown. Replace the junction box cover.
Connections from Flow Computer Battery to 30W Solar Panel
1 Fast acting 6.3A one time fuse
2 Conduit
3 Battery
8. Replace the junction box cover.
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Installing the Main Battery Pack
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Ensure the area in which you perform this operation is non-hazardous.
Performing this operation in a hazardous area could result in an explosion.
If you purchased one of the battery/solar panel options, note that the device ships with the battery
pack uninstalled. You need to install the main battery pack before you place the device in service.
The device provides a battery cable with two pairs of battery connectors, enabling you to hot-swap
the battery pack in a non-hazardous location.
1. Remove the battery pack from its packaging.
2. Remove the plastic tabs covering the connectors on the battery pack.
Removing Plastic Tabs from Battery Pack
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3. Open the enclosure.
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4. Loosen the two captive fastening screws at the top of the battery compartment and carefully
rotate the electronics assembly towards you to reveal the inside of the battery
compartment. A strap prevents the front of the compartment from rotating too far forward.
Rotate Assembly Forward
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5. The battery cable inside the battery compartment is divided into two branches, each with its
own pair of connectors. Take either pair of connectors and connect them to the battery; the
red (positive) wire connector attaches to the red connection point on the battery and the
black (negative) wire connector attaches to the black connection point on the battery.
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6. Secure the battery in the battery compartment so that it does not move around. How you do
this depends on the battery compartment configuration. If the battery compartment
includes a strap for holding the battery, see Securing the Battery with a Strap; if the battery
compartment includes a hook-and-loop pad, see Securing the Battery to the Pad.
Securing the Battery with a Strap
This type of battery compartment allows for certain accessories to be installed such as a relay or
internal solar regulator.
1. If you have an internal solar regulator installed in the battery compartment, you must
remove its termination cover to fit the battery inside. Remove the two screws (left and right)
that fasten the termination cover to the solar regulator, and then set the termination cover
aside. (If you don’t have an internal solar regulator, skip to Step 2.)
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2. The battery strap must already be threaded through the holes of the battery compartment.
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Battery Strap
3. Pick up the battery and carefully ease it into the battery compartment with the writing on
the battery facing out and the connectors on the upper right-hand side. Nothing (including
the strap) can be behind the battery.
Easing Battery Pack into Compartment
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4. Carefully push the battery under the solar regulator (if present) and against the back of the
compartment, now strap it in tightly by pulling the ends of the strap.
Battery Pack Attached to Compartment
5. The strap includes a narrow opening into which you can slide the other end of the strap to
help you tighten it.
Battery Pack Attached to Compartment
6. Route the extra portion of the strap as well as the wires of the free portion of the battery
cable so that they sit in an open area of the battery compartment.
7. If you had to remove the termination cover of an internal solar regulator (Step 1), re-attach
the termination cover.
8. Rotate the electronics assembly up against the battery compartment and tighten the captive
fastening screws with a torque value of 2 to 4 in-lbs. (0.2 to 0.5 N m) to close the
compartment.
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Securing the Battery to the Pad
For this type of battery compartment, a hook-and-loop pad on the back of the battery secures the
battery to the back of the battery compartment.
1. Pick up the battery and align it with the lower left edge of the battery compartment. Press
the battery against the back of the compartment so the pad on the back of the battery
secures to the back of the battery compartment.
Battery Pack Attached to Compartment
2. Route the wires of the free portion of the battery cable so that they sit completely inside the
open area at the top of the battery compartment.
3. Rotate the electronics assembly up against the battery compartment and with a torque value
of 2 to 4 in-lbs (0.2 to 0.5 N m) to close the compartment.
4. Close the enclosure.
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Powering Up/Powering Down the Flow
Computer
DANGER
EXPLOSION HAZARD: Do not attempt to connect power or disconnect power from the unit in a
hazardous area. Ensure the area is non-hazardous. Failure to do so could result in an explosion.
1. Open the enclosure door.
2. Terminal block TB2 (pins 1,3,5,7) includes connections for DC power (DCIN+, DCIN-) and
battery/solar power (BATT+, BATT-). The internal battery (which is also used with solar
power) has its own internal connection.
Plug in TB2 (pins 1,3,5,7) to activate DC or battery/solar power. If your device uses an
internal battery and it is not connected, connect it as discussed in Connecting the Main
Battery Pack.
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Unplug TB2 (pins 1,3,5,7) to deactivate DC or battery/solar power.
This turns on (or turns off) power from an external power supply or from the battery pack/solar
panel.
Note
When you turn power on, the backlight on the HMI module lights, momentarily turns off and then
remains lit while the INPUT LED blinks. After approximately one minute the initialization process
finishes and the HMI starts to display live data.
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Installing Field Tools Configuration Software
You install Field Tools software (which includes FBxConnect) on your PC to configure the device.
Important
Field Tools (including FBxConnect) is available as a free software download to registered
SupportNet users. If you are not a registered SupportNet user, new accounts take up to
24 hours to process so plan accordingly.
AMS Device Configurator (available separately) is incompatible with AMS Device
Manager: they cannot reside on the same machine.
Before beginning the installation, close all other applications.
Field Tools cannot reside on a computer running any component of OpenEnterprise 2.x,
OpenEnterprise 3.x, OpenEnterprise Client/Server, or ObjectServer software.
TechView and other components of BSI_Config software cannot be installed on a
computer running OpenBSI Network Edition versions older than 5.9 Service Pack 2.
You must have administrative privileges to install Field Tools.
You must disable User Account Control (UAC) prior to installing Field Tools (you can re-
enable it after a successful installation).
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As part of the installation, software from both Eltima and MACTek
Depending upon your permissions, Windows may require you to confirm these installations
before the installation can proceed.
1. Right-click on the installer file and choose Run as administrator from the pop-up menu. For
details on minimum hardware/software requirements as well as more details on the
installation steps see the Field Tools Quick Start Guide (D301703X412).
Note
During Field Tools installation, you must select the FBx support including FBxConnect option.
is automatically installed.
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2. After software installation re-boot, start Field Tools from either the Windows Start Programs
menu or (if you created it) from the desktop icon.
3. Log onto Field Tools.
Important
The first time you login with Field Tools, complete the User Name field with the default
admin and leave the Password field blank. Then assign a new password when prompted. See
the Field Tools Quick Start Guide (D301703X412) for any questions you have on changing
default passwords after installation.
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Establishing a Connection and Launching the
Setup Wizard
CAUTION
When making multiple FBxConnect connections to the same device (as with a remote and a local
connection), be aware that the changes one connection makes to the device may not be
immediately visible to other connections and may even require the other connections to restart
FBxConnect before changes become visible. For example, simple changes (such as changes to
setpoints) may be immediately visible to all connections, but changing the number of meters,
configuring I/O, adding/deleting menu items, or other major configuration changes may require
re-establishing the connection using FBxConnect.
After you start Field Tools, connect to the device and launch the initial setup wizard.
For a serial connection, connect a serial cable between either COM1 or COM2 on the
device and a serial port (or USB/serial adapter) on your PC.
WiFi
For Ethernet connections (if you purchased the unit with Ethernet enabled), connect a
1. Click Connections > Add connection.
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and if your PC supports wireless communication.
standard 10/100Base-T Category 5 shielded Ethernet patch cable to the Ethernet port.
connections are possible if you purchased the FBxWifi™ communications option
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2. Choose FBx as the Device platform.
3. Choose a Connection Type
For serial: choose the PC Comm port (or the port for the USB/serial adapter).
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For WiFi: choose the default WiFi Network. The format for the WiFi Network (SSID) is
similar to WiFi Network:FBxxxx_serialnumber. Then you must enter the default Security
Key: EmersonFBXX00. The flow computer’s default IP Address for WiFi is
192.168.1.10.
Important
You must change the Security Key for your network to something that is different
from the default or else anyone reading this document will know your key. If you
connected via IP, you must assign a unique IP address to each device.
For IP: Enter the default IP Address for the Ethernet port of 192.168.1.10. (Your PC
must be able to access this address.)
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4. Click Connect. Field Tools activates the connection and automatically launches the
FBxConnect tool.
5. When prompted, enter admin for both the Username and Password.
Important
When you finish initial configuration activities, be sure you change the password for the admin
user. Otherwise, anyone reading this document could gain access to your device.
6. When FBxConnect opens, click Configure.
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7. Click Initial Setup to launch the setup wizard.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the device. Click Next (or Apply) to proceed
through pages of the wizard or click Previous to return to a previous page. When you are
done, click Finish.
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