C Using a field communicator with the
transmitter
C.1 Basic information about field communicators
A field communicator is a handheld configuration and management tool that can be used with a variety of
devices, including Micro Motion transmitters. It provides complete access to transmitter functions and data.
Field communicator documentation
Most of the instructions in this manual assume that you are already familiar with field communicators and can
perform the following tasks:
• Turn on the field communicator
• Navigate the field communicator menus
• Send configuration data to the device
• Use the alpha keys to enter information
Field communicator menus and messages
As you use a field communicator with a Micro Motion transmitter, you will see a number of messages and
notes. This manual does not document all of these messages and notes.
Important
The user is responsible for responding to messages and notes and complying with all safety messages.
C.2 Connect with a field communicator
A connection from a field communicator to your transmitter allows you to read process data, configure the
transmitter, and perform maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
Prerequisites
The following HART
®
device description (DD) must be installed on the field communicator : 1600 Dev v1 DD V1
or later.
WARNING
If the transmitter is in a hazardous area, do not remove the housing cover while the transmitter is powered
up. Failure to follow these instructions can cause an explosion, resulting in serious injury or death.
Important
If the HART security switch is set to ON, HART protocol cannot be used to perform any action that requires
writing to the transmitter. For example, you cannot change the configuration, reset totalizers, or perform
calibration using a field communicator with a HART connection. When the HART security switch is set to OFF,
no functions are disabled.
Procedure
1. To connect to a point in the local HART loop, attach the leads from the field communicator to any point
in the loop and add resistance as necessary.
The field communicator must be connected across a resistance of 250–600 Ω.
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