2.2 Verify transmitter configuration
To verify operation using a Field Communicator, refer to the Rosemount 248
Reference Manual for more detailed description.
2.3 Install PC programmer kit (HART
®
5 only)
Procedure
1. Install all necessary software for PC configuration:
a) Install the Rosemount 248C software
1. Place the CD-Rom in the drive.
2. Run setup.exe from Windows
™
7, 8, 10, or XP.
b) Install the MACTek
®
HART modem drivers completely before
beginning bench configuration with the Rosemount 248 PC
Programming system.
Note
For USB modem: Upon first use, configure appropriate COM ports
within the Rosemount 248 PC software by selecting Port Settings
from the Communicate menu. The USB modem driver emulates a
COM port and will add to available port selections in the software’s
drop-down box. Otherwise software defaults to first available COM
port, which may not be correct.
2. Set up configuration system hardware:
a) Hook up the transmitter and load resistor (250-1100 ohms)
wired in series with the power supply.
The device will need an external power supply of 12-42.4 Vdc
for configuration.
b) Attach the HART modem in parallel with the load resistor and
connect it to the PC.
2.3.1 Spares kit and re-order numbers
Table 2-1: Programming Kit Spare Part Numbers
Product description Part number
Programming software (CD) 00248-1603-0002
Rosemount 248 Programmer Kit - USB 00248-1603-0003
Rosemount 248 Programmer Kit - Serial 00248-1603-0004
For more information, refer to the Rosemount 248 Reference Manual.
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