VEGA CONNECT4 User Manual
Ope
rating Instructions
VEGACONNECT 4 with connection
Interface converter USB - HART/I²C
box
Document ID:
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conditioning instruments
and communication
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Contents
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1 About this document
2 For your safety
3 Product description
4 Connection
5 Connection examples
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1.1 Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 Target group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 Symbolism used. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1 Authorised personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Appropriate use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Warning about misuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 General safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 Safety label on the instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6 CE conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.7 Safety instructions for Ex areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8 Environmental instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Principle of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Packaging, transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1 Connection to the PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Connection of the sensor/signal conditioning
instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1 Connection via I²C interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Connection via HART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6 Setup
6.1 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Maintenance and fault rectification
7.1 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Instrument repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Dismount
8.1 Dismounting steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9 Supplement
9.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.3 Industrial property rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.4 Trademark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1.1 Function
This operating instructions manual provides all the information you
need for mounting, connection and setup as well as important
instructions for maintenance and fault rectification. Please read this
information before putting the instrument into operation and keep this
manual accessible in the immediate vicinity of the device.
1.2 Target group
This operating instructions manual is directed to trained qualified
personnel. The contents of this manual should be made available to
these personnel and put into practice by them.
1.3 Symbolism used
Inform
ation, tip, note
This symbol indicates helpful additional information.
Cauti
on: If this warning is ignored, faults or malfunctions can
result.
Warning: If this warning is ignored, injury to persons and/or serious
damage to the instrument can result.
Danger: If this warning is ignored, serious injury to persons and/or
destruction of the instrument can result.
applications
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This symbol indicates special instructions for Ex applications.
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The dot set in front indicates a list with no implied sequence.
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1 Sequence
Numbers set in front indicate successive steps in a procedure.
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your safety
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2.1 Authorised personnel
All operations described in this operating instructions manual must be
carried out only by trained specialist personnel authorised by the plant
operator.
During work on and with the device the required personal protective
equipment must always be worn.
2.2 Appropriate use
VEGACONNECT 4 is an interface converter for connecting a PC to
communication-capable VEGA instruments.
You can find detailed information on the application range in chapter
"Product description".
Operational reliability is ensured only if the instrument is properly used
according to the specifications in the operating instructions manual as
well as possible supplementary instructions.
For safety and warranty reasons, any invasive work on the device
beyond that described in the operating instructions manual may be
carried out only by personnel authorised by the manufacturer. Arbitrary
conversions or modifications are explicitly forbidden.
2.3 Warning about misuse
Inappropriate or incorrect us e of the instrument can give rise to
application-specific hazards, e.g. vessel overfill or damage to system
components through incorrect mounting or adjustment.
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2.4 General safety instructions
This is a high-tech instrument requiring the strict observance of
standard regulations and guidelines. The user must take note of the
safety instructions in this operating instructions manual, the countryspecific installation standards as well as all prevailing safety
regulations and accident prevention rules.
The instrument must only be operated in a technically flawless and
reliable condition. The operator is responsible for trouble-free
operation of the instrument.
During the entire duration of use, the user is obliged to determine the
compliance of the required occupational safety measures with the
current valid rules and regulations and also take note of new
regulations.
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2.5 Safety
The safety approval markings and safety tips on the device must be
observed.
label on the instrument
2.6 CE conformity
This device fulfills the legal requirements of the applicable EC
guidelines. By attaching the CE mark, VEGA provides a confirmation
of successful testing. You can find the CE conformity declaration in the
download area of
2.7 Safety
Please note the Ex-specific safety information for installation and
operation in Ex areas. These safety instructions are part of the
operating instructions manual and come with the Ex-approved
instruments.
www.vega.com.
instructions for Ex areas
2.8 Environmental instructions
Protection of the environment is one of our most important duties. That
is why we have introduced an environment management system with
the goal of continuously improving company environmental protection.
The environment management system is certified according to DIN
EN ISO 14001.
Please help us fulfil this obligation by observing the environmental
instructions in this manual:
l Chapter "Packaging, transport and storage"
l Chapter "Disposal"
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Scope of delivery
Components
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3.1 Configuration
The scope of delivery encompasses:
l VEGACONNECT 4 interface converter
l Connection box with two connection cables
l USB cable
l I²C adapter
l 2 x connection terminals
l Documentation
- this operating instructions manual
- Ex-specific "Safety instructions" (with Ex-versions)
- if necessary, further certificates
VEGACONNECT consists of the following components:
Type label
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Fig. 1: Configuration VEGACONNECT
1 USB cable
2 VEGACONNECT 4
3 Connection
4 I²C bus cable
5 HART cable with 2 mm pins
6 I²C adapter for series 50 sensors
7 2 x terminals for cable with 2 mm pins
The type label contains the most important data for identification and
use of the instrument:
l Article number
l Serial number
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The serial number allows you to access the delivery data of the
instrument via
www.vega.com, "VEGA Tools" and "serial number
search".
3.2 Principle of operation
Application area
Functional principle
VEGACONNECT 4 is an interface converter for connection of
communication-capable VEGA instruments to the USB interface of a
PC. It can also be used as a universal HART modem for sensors from
other manufacturers. An adjustment software such as PACTware with
VEGA DTMs is required for parameter adjustment of these instruments.
VEGACONNECT 4 can be connected to the following VEGA instruments. All currently available electronics versions are supported
(HART, Profibus PA, Foundation Fieldbus). When instruments from
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the plics
series are used, VEGACONNECT 4 can be inserted directly
into the respective instrument.
l VEGAPULS radar sensors
l VEGASON ultrasonic sensors
l VEGAFLEX guided microwave
l VEGABAR process pressure transmitter
l Pressure transmitter D series
l Capacitive electrode EL/EK
l VEGADIS indicating instruments
l VEGAMET signal conditioning instruments
l Wireless Gateways PLICSRADIO
Connection cable, adapter and terminals for connection to the different
instrument series are attached to all VEGACONNECT 4. These
adapters can be kept in the storage space of the connection box.
The VEGACONNECT 4 interface converter is connected via the USB
connection to a PC. It converts the signals and protocols of the USB
interface into the corresponding signal/protocol of the connected
instrument. The following systems are supported:
Power supply
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l Profibus PA via I²C protocol
l Foundation Fieldbus via I²C protocol
Voltage supply of VEGACONNECT 4 is provided via the USB interface
of the PC.
Detailed information about the power supply can be found in chapter
"Technical data".
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Packaging
Transport
Transport inspection
Storage
Storage and transport
temperature
3.3 Operatio
n
The adjustment is carried out via a Windows PC with a parameter
adjustment software such as PACTware with respective DTM. There
are no adjustment elements on the instrument itself.
3.4 Packaging, transport and storage
Your instrument was protected by packaging during transport. Its
capacity to handle normal loads during transport is assured by a test
according to DIN EN 24180.
The packaging of standard instruments consists of environmentfriendly, recyclable cardboard. For special versions, PE foam or PE foil
is also used. Dispose of the packaging material via specialised
recycling companies.
Transport must be carried out under consideration of the notes on the
transport packaging. Nonobservance of these instructions can cause
damage to the device.
The delivery must be checked for completeness and possible transit
damage immediately at receipt. Ascertained transit damage or
concealed defects must be appropriately dealt with.
Up to the time of installation, the packages must be left closed and
stored according to the orientation and storage markings on the
outside.
Unless otherwise indicated, the packages must be stored only under
the following conditions:
l Not in the open
l Dry and dust free
l Not exposed to corrosive media
l Protected against solar radiation
l Avoiding mechanical shock and vibration
l Storage and transport temperature see chapter "Supplement -
Technical data - Ambient conditions"
l Relative humidity 20 … 85 %
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