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Operation options iTEMP TMT71/72
6.3.2 FieldCare
Function scope
FDT/DTM-based plant asset management tool from Endress+Hauser. It can configure all
smart field units in a system and help you manage them. By using the status information,
it is also a simple but effective way of checking their status and condition. Access takes
place via the HART
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protocol or CDI (= Endress+Hauser Common Data Interface).
• Configuring parameters of transmitters
• Loading and saving device data (upload/download)
• Documentation of the measuring point
• Visualization of the measured value memory (line recorder) and event logbook
For details, see Operating Instructions BA027S/04/xx and BA059AS/04/xx
Source for device description files
See information → 28
Establishing a connection
Example: via HART
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modem Commubox FXA195 (USB)
1. Make sure that the DTM library is updated for all the connected devices (e.g.
2. Start FieldCare and create a project.
3. Go to View --> Network: right-click Host PC Add device...
The Add device window opens.
4. Select the HART communication option from the list and press OK to confirm.
5. Double-click HART communication DTM instance.
Check whether the correct modem is connected to the serial interface and press
6. Right-click HART communication and select the Add device option in the context
7. Select the desired device from the list and press OK to confirm.
The device now appears in the network list.
8. Right-click the device and select the Connect option in the context menu.
The CommDTM is displayed in green.
9. Double-click the device in the network to establish the online connection to the
The online configuration is available.
If transferring the device parameters following an offline configuration, the password
for Maintenance - if assigned -must first be entered in the "User management" menu.
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