BEAMEX MC5-IS User Manual

INSTRINSICALLY SAFE
MULTIFUNCTION CALIBRATOR
User Guide
Applies for Main Firmware version 1.90
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BEAMEX MC5-IS Specifications

General

Intrinsically Safe	Yes
Operating Temperature	-10 to 50 °C
Protection Class	IP65
Pressure Modules	External pressure modules available
Electrical	Voltage, current, frequency measurement and generation
Temperature	RTD, Thermocouple
Communication	HART, Fieldbus
Display	Color Touchscreen
Measurement Range	Varies by function and module. See datasheet for details.
Output Range	Varies by function and module. See datasheet for details.
Communication Interface	USB, HART
Power Supply	Rechargeable Battery
Category	Portable Multifunction Calibrator

Summary

Part A, General

MC5-IS Hardware Overview

Details the physical components, modules, and connections of the MC5-IS calibrator.

MC5-IS Firmware Structure

Explains the MC5-IS software structure, functions, and user interface.

MC5-IS Modularity and Options

Safety Precautions and Approvals

Covers essential safety precautions, warnings, and ATEX/IEC approvals for the MC5-IS.

MC5-IS Service and Maintenance

Part B, Startup and Basic Operation

Basic Mode Functionality

Performing Measurements

Details how to perform various measurements like voltage, current, resistance, and temperature.

Signal Generation and Simulation

Explains how to generate or simulate electrical and temperature signals with the MC5-IS.

Configuring Alarm Limit Settings

Calibration Procedures

As Found and As Left Calibration

Documents instrument state before and after adjustments, detailing MC5-IS's role.

Calibrating an Instrument

Guides users through selecting, configuring, and performing instrument calibrations with MC5-IS.

Instrument Database Management

Viewing Calibration Results

Appendix 1: MC5-IS HART Option User Guide

Connecting MC5-IS with HART Instruments

HART Communication in MC5-IS Basic Mode

Explains how to connect to and communicate with HART instruments within MC5-IS Basic Mode.

Trimming HART Instruments

Calibrating HART Instruments

Guides on selecting and performing calibration procedures for HART instruments using MC5-IS.