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WinHost Configuration and Diagnostic
Software
For Rosemount™ 975 Flame Detectors
User Guide
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User Guide Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction.............................................................................................................. 7
1.1 Software overview....................................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 2 Installation.................................................................................................................9
2.1 Loading the software................................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3 Getting started.........................................................................................................11
3.1 Connecting the detector to the computer................................................................................. 11
3.2 Establishing COM port used by the adapter................................................................................12
3.3 Running the WinHost.................................................................................................................12
Chapter 4 Operate....................................................................................................................15
4.1 Main window............................................................................................................................. 15
4.2 Setup table window................................................................................................................... 17
4.3 New Address screen...................................................................................................................20
4.4 Logging detector events............................................................................................................21
4.5 Running a manual built-in test................................................................................................... 22
4.6 Viewing the micro software version........................................................................................... 22
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User Guide Introduction
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1 Introduction
The WinHost is a configuration and diagnostic software for the Rosemount 975 family of
detectors: models 975HR, 975MR, 975UF, and 975UR. The software enables you to read
information (such as address, status, serial number, type, setup, etc.) and to change the
configuration of the detector.
1.1 Software overview
The WinHost software gives you the ability to:
• Communicate with the 975 flame detectors.
• Read status and setup parameters from the detectors.
• Change detector address.
• Record relevant detector's data to a log file.
• Perform a manual built-in test.
1.1.1 Minimum requirements
The following are the minimum requirements to operate this software.
• Compatible to a 586 AT
• Windows 98, XP, or 2000
• 500 mb RAM
• 500 mb hard disk free space
• 1.44 mb floppy disk drive
• Color VGA
• Isolated RS-485 interface card to be defined as COM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4 or
RS-232/RS-485 converter to connect to a standard COM port.
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2.1 Loading the software
The following are the steps required for loading your computer with the Rosemount 975
WinHost Configuration and Diagnostic software.
Procedure
1. Switch on the computer.
2.
Insert the installation disk into the correct drive.
3. Start the WinHost software installation by running the file: setup.exe.
4. Follow the installation instructions.
5. Connect the detector unit to the RS-485 communication port (see Connecting the
detector to the computer).
6. Start the WinHost software with specification of the COM port number as a
parameter (see Establishing COM port used by the adapter).
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3.1 Connecting the detector to the computer
Before you can perform any configuration or diagnostic operation on a detector, you must
connect the computer to the detector using the harness cable provided. To connect the
computer to a detector:
Procedure
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to the computer USB port.
2.
Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB serial (RS-485) adapter.
3. Connect the serial port of the adapter to the harness cable.
4. Connect the detector to the harness cable as follows:
a) Connect one side of the cable to the detector's terminal 10 for RS-485 (+)
and detector's terminal 11 for RS-485 (-).
b) On the other side of the cable, connect a socket D-Type as follows:
1. RS-485 (+) to pin #2
2. RS-485 (-) to pin #1
3. RTN to pin #5
5. The following is the USB adaptor setup.
a) Unscrew the cover of the USB adapter and set the jumpers as follows:
b) Close the USB adapter cover.
c) Connect the cable.
Note
If you use a different adapter than the recommended one, check that the wiring of
the D-connector adapter is similar to the above. (If not, change the cable wiring to
fit the chosen adapter).
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3.2 Establishing COM port used by the adapter
Before using the software, you must establish the number of the COM port in order to run
the software. This section describes how to establish the COM port used by the adaptor.
To discover the COM port used by the adapter.
Procedure
1. Switch on the computer.
Windows runs.
2.
Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Hardware > Device Manager.
The COM port number is displayed. This is the COM port number with which you
will work.
3.3 Running the WinHost
This section describes how to run the WinHost software. To run the WinHost software:
Procedure
1. Select
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Start > Programs > Rosemount 975 Series.
The WinHost software application starts running. The welcome window appears.
After a few seconds, the opening window disappears, and then the Communications
Setup window appears.
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Figure 3-1: Communication Setup window
The Communication Setup window allows you to select the communication port
number. You are asked to choose the communication port number to work with.
2. Select the number of the communication port you want to work with.
3.
Click OK.
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4.1 Main window
The Main window monitors the detector.
Figure 4-1 shows the Main window.
Note
For Windows XP or 2000 users, in case of bad communication, press the F12 key and wait
until good communication is achieved.
Figure 4-1: Main window
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The Main window is divided into two main areas:
• Display area: Displays various parameters of the detector.
• Toolbar: Enables access to various control and diagnostic features.
Table 4-1 describes the composition of the Display area in the Main window.
Table 4-1: Main window Display area
Element Description
Address finding buttons
Seeks the address of the connected detector.
• The up and down arrows increment or decrement the address
value by one, checking that address.
• The Master button seeks the connected address from 1 to 247
(see Note).
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Table 4-1: Main window Display area (continued)
Element Description
Address The address currently being looked at by the software (using the up
and down arrows or the Change Address field).
Serial no. The serial number of the detector. Each detector has a unique serial
number.
Model The model number of the detector.
Status The current operational status of the detector.
Change address A drop-down list that enables you to select the address location at
which to seek the detector.
About Opens a window that gives software version information.
Note
Only one detector should be connected when pressing the Master button.
Table 4-2 describes the buttons on the toolbar.
Table 4-2: Main window toolbar buttons
Button Button name Description
Comm. status Indicates the status of the communication
Built-in test Starts a manual built-in test. The results appear
Start log Opens a dialog box that enables you to set up a
View log Displays the log file.
New Address Opens a dialog box that enables you to set a
Setup Opens a dialog box that enables you to
Primary micro software Displays the version and details of the primary
Secondary micro software Displays the version and details of the
Stop Closes the application.
between the detector and the computer.
in the status fields (applies to flame detectors
only).
log of the detector events.
new address location for the detector.
configure the detector.
micro software.
secondary micro software.
4.1.1 Detector's statuses
The WinHost software displays the status in two fields, a letter field and a number field.
The detectors have the following statuses:
Table 4-3 shows the statuses of the detector.
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Table 4-3: Detector statuses
Characters Description
D D Disconnection
S 90 Startup
S 92 Restore from wrong voltage
N 0 Normal
W 0 Warning
A 0 Alarm
L 0 Alarm latch
T 0 Alarm delay
B 0 Built-in test
M 0 Manual built-in test
E 0 End of manual built-in test
N 7 Relay fault
N 8 Built-in test fault
V 83 Wrong voltage
Z 0 Benzene
4.2 Setup table window
This section describes the Setup table window and the various parameters that you can
define. Depending on the type of detector you are configuring, different Setup Table
windows are shown. To configure the detector:
Procedure
1. From the
The Setup table window appears, as shown in Figure 4-2.
2. Define the parameters as required.
Full details of each available parameter can be found in
3. Click the Set button or press F3.
The detector is configured.
Example
Main window, click the Setup button.
Table 4-4.
The following is an example of the Setup table window for the 975MR detectors.
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Figure 4-2: Setup table window for 975MR
Table 4-4 details the Setup table window parameters.
Table 4-4: Setup table window parameters
Parameter Description
Sensitivity Sets the sensitivity of the detector. The values
Heat Mode Demister settings for clearing condensation
Delay The delay between detection of a signal and
Heat On Temperature at which the demister is activated
Enable Alarm Latch When selected, the alarm remains on even
Activate Accessory Relay on Warning When the detector's status is Warning, the
Enable Automatic BIT When selected, the built-in test runs
are given in meters. A higher number means
greater sensitivity. (See Table 4-5 and Table
4-6).
from the lens. Choose from On, Off, or Auto.
activation of the alarm. Choose from 0, 3, 5, 10,
20, or 30 seconds or A (anti-flare).
if the Heat Mode is set to Auto.
when the signal abates.
accessory relay is activated.
automatically according to the built-in test
settings.
Activate Alarm on successful manual BIT Activates an alarm when a manual built-in test is
successfully completed.
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Table 4-4: Setup table window parameters (continued)
Parameter Description
Activate Accessory Relay on successful manual
BIT
Activates the accessory relay when a manual
built-in test is successfully completed.
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4.2.1 Detector sensitivity settings
The following tables list the detector's sensitivity settings.
Table 4-5: Sensitivity settings for the 975MR and 975HR
Setting Sensitivity
15 50 ft. (15 m)
30 100 ft. (30 m)
45 150 ft. (45 m)
65 216 ft. (65 m)
Table 4-6: Sensitivity settings for the 975UF and 975UR
Setting Sensitivity
20 65 ft. (20 m)
Note
Anti-flare mode is selected to prevent false alarms in locations where fast flares may be
present. The time delay for a fire alarm in this mode is 2.5 + 12 seconds.
4.3 New Address screen
You can set a new address location for the detector. To set a new address location for the
detector:
Procedure
1. In the
Main window, click the New Address button.
The New Address window appears.
Figure 4-3: New Address window
2. Enter the desired address.
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3. Click Set.
The new address is set.
4.4 Logging detector events
You can use the computer with the WinHost software to log the events of the detector for
diagnostic and other purposes. When you start logging, you set the log file period in
minutes. A line is subsequently written to the log whenever the number of minutes passes
(say every two minutes) and whenever there is a change in the status of the detector.
Prerequisites
Each line in the log notes the following information:
• The detector serial number
• The detector address
• The detector status
• The date and time
To log detector events:
Procedure
1. From the
The Log Record dialog box appears.
2. In the text field, enter the log file period (in minutes).
3. Click
Logging now begins, and a line is written to the log every time the log file period is over
and any time there is a change in the detector's status.
Main window, click the Start Log button.
OK.
4.4.1 Viewing the log file
To view the log file:
Procedure
From the Main window, click the View Log button.
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The Log File Viewer window appears.
Figure 4-4: Log File Viewer window
4.5 Running a manual built-in test
The software is set to run a built-in test on the detector every fifteen minutes. You can run
a manual built-in test at any time. The results of a built-in test are displayed in the Status
field in the Main window.
Procedure
In the Main window, click the BIT button.
The manual built-in test runs, and the results appear in the Status field.
4.6 Viewing the micro software version
You can view the versions of the primary and secondary micro software at any time. To
view the versions of the primary or secondary micro software:
Procedure
Click the Primary Micro Software button or the Secondary Micro Software button.
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A field appears in the Main window, displaying the software version.
Figure 4-5: Software version
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