Pc Configuration Software Radar Master; Installation - Emerson Rosemount 5600 Series Reference Manual

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5.3

PC Configuration Software Radar Master

The Rosemount Radar Master is an interactive and powerful configuration tool that assists you in
properly setting up a Rosemount 5600 for the application it is mounted on. This tool is shipped with
every order and offers assistance for users of all levels, from beginners to more experienced users. The
Installation Wizard guides you through a basic setup including the necessary steps to get a straight-for-
ward application up and running. Other sections in the software allows for a custom setup and includes
features such as:
An extensive online help, eliminating the need for a manual in paper. This online help is not only a
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description of the software itself but also includes guidelines of how to configure the transmitter.
Offline installation, for configuration and setup of transmitters that have not been physically installed
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or powered up.
A Spectrum Plot describes the situation and conditions in the tank the way the transmitter views
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them.
Logging features is where you can log measured data and other relevant data.
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Use the Advanced setup support for your more difficult applications.
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5.3.1

Installation

The program on the CD will automatically start and suggest an installation of the Radar Master software.
You will need to restart your PC prior to running the Radar Master program.
Note
For Windows 2000 and Windows XP you need to set the Serial Port buffers to 1. Follow the instructions
below.
1. Right click on My Computer and choose Properties.
2. Choose the tab Hardware.
3. Click on the button Device Manager.
4. Navigate to Ports in the list of hardware.
5. Right click on Serial Port COM 1 and choose Properties.
6. Choose the tab Port Settings.
7. Click Advanced.
8. Drag the slider for Receive Buffer and Transmit Buffer to 1.
9. Click OK.
10. Reboot the Computer.
11. Repeat for COM 2 if available.
Start the Radar Master
1. From the Start menu click Programs > Saab Rosemount > Rosemount Radar Master or click the RRM
icon in the Windows workspace. Now RRM searches for the transmitter.
2. When the transmitter is found press Yes to connect. If communication does not work check that the
correct COM port is connected on the computer and that the COM port is properly configured.
3. In the Radar Master Status Bar verify that RRM communicates with the transmitter (see
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Figure 5-1).
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