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Endress+Hauser Field Xpert SFX350 Operating Instructions Manual

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BA01202S/04/EN/04.15
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Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370
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  • Page 1 Products Solutions Services BA01202S/04/EN/04.15 71285038 Operating Instructions Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Hardware HART, FOUNDATION fieldbus...
  • Page 2 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Order code 00X00-XXXX0XX0XXX Ser. No.: X000X000000 TAG No.: XXX000 Serial number www.endress.com/deviceviewer Endress+Hauser Operations App Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 3 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Revision history Revision history Product version Operating Instructions Changes Remarks 2.00.xx BA01202S/04/EN/01.13 Original 2.00.xx BA01202S/04/EN/02.13 Safety, Commissioning Notes on using the battery in Ex-areas 2.01.xx BA01202S/04/EN/03.14 No content changes New product version no. 3.00.xx BA01202S/04/EN/04.15 No content changes New product version no.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Table of contents Table of contents Fieldgate FXA520 ..... 27 Document information ....7 5.3.1...
  • Page 6 Table of contents Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Troubleshooting ....61 Field Xpert ......61 8.1.1...

  • Page 7: Document Information

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Document information Document information Document function Symbols used 1.2.1 Safety symbols Symbol Meaning DANGER! This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation. Failure to avoid this situation will result in DANGER serious or fatal injury. WARNING! This symbol alerts you to a dangerous situation.

  • Page 8: Symbols For Certain Types Of Information

    Document information Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Symbol Meaning Protective ground connection A terminal which must be connected to ground prior to establishing any other connections. Equipotential connection A connection that has to be connected to the plant grounding system: This may be a potential equalization line or a star grounding system depending on national or company codes of practice.
  • Page 9 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Document information Icons Description Bluetooth headset recognized ActiveSync connection established Problem with ActiveSync synchronization ActiveSync synchronization with USB CDMA connection active CDMA connection available, but no data transfer UMTS network available Connected to a UTMS network...

  • Page 10: Text Emphasis

    Call forwarding active Voice mail switched off GPS localization switched off GPS localization switched on Text emphasis Emphasis Meaning Example Bold Keys, buttons, program icons, tabs, Start → Programs → Endress+Hauser select Print option in menus, commands the File menu. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 11: Acronyms Used

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Document information Acronyms used Acronyms Meaning Operating Instructions CDMA Code Division Multiple Access Cyclic Redundancy Code EDGE Enhanced Data for GSM Evolution European Union FOUNDATION fieldbus GPRS General Packet Radio Service Global Positioning System HSDPA High-Speed Downlink Packet Access...
  • Page 12 Document information Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies and organizations in question. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 13: Basic Safety Instructions

    The WiFi interface can be used to connect with HART or FOUNDATION fieldbus devices via a gateway, e.g. Endress+Hauser Fieldgate FXA520 for HART devices or SFC162 gateway for FOUNDATION fieldbus devices. Field Xpert also works as a stand-alone device for asset management applications.

  • Page 14: Product Description

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Product description Field Xpert from Endress+Hauser is a high-performance industrial PDA based on Windows Embedded Handheld, with compact external dimensions, and an integrated WLAN, USB, Bluetooth and infrared connection. This allows it to be connected to HART and/or FOUNDATION fieldbus devices via a modem or gateway.

  • Page 15: Sfx370 Overview (Ex)

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Product description 3.1.2 SFX370 overview (Ex)  2 SFX370 front and back panel components Loudspeaker Ambient-light sensor Battery LED (see chapter 3.2)→  15 On/off button Keyboard (see chapter 3.3) →  17 Scan/Read RFID Notification LED (see chapter 3.2) →  15 Connection LED (see chapter 3.2) →...
  • Page 16 Product description Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370  3 SFX350/370 LEDs Battery status Green function key Shift key Orange function key Notification Connection LED color coding Number LED Color Description Battery status Steady green The device is connected to a charger and the battery is more than 95% charged.

  • Page 17: Keyboard

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Product description Keyboard Field Xpert has a numerical keyboard with a backlight. An ambient-lighting sensor determines the ambient brightness and controls the backlight. The backlight is also enabled in poor light conditions as standard. To save power, the background lighting can be deactivated, see chapter 7.5.1 →...
  • Page 18 Product description Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370  6 SFX350/370 user interface Information area with battery status Contents area Navigation area Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 19: Incoming Acceptance And Product

    • Retain all the accompanying documents The device may not be put into operation if the contents are found to be damaged beforehand. In this case, contact the Endress+Hauser Sales Center. Return the device to Endress+Hauser in the original packaging where possible.

  • Page 20: Nameplate

    Incoming acceptance and product identification Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 4.2.1 Nameplate SFX350 PDA manufacturer model number Technical Information PDA manufacturer Endress+Hauser serial number Endress+Hauser device number The manufacturer serial number is to be found on the side of the battery compartment.

  • Page 21: Product Code

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Incoming acceptance and product identification 4.2.2 Product code The device type can be derived from the product code. SFX350 Approval Non-hazardous area Special version, TSP-no. to be spec. Language of Operating system/Device Xpert German English Docking Station + Communication Desktop Dock SFX350 with USB interface incl.

  • Page 22: Transportation

    Incoming acceptance and product identification Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 SFX370 Language of Operating system/Device Xpert German English Docking Station + Communication Desktop Dock SFX370 with USB interface incl. power unit without power cord Single Dock SFX370 with USB interface incl. power unit without power cord...

  • Page 23: Commissioning

    The battery must be inserted before the Field Xpert can be used. The battery is fully charged when delivered. Inserting the battery into Field Xpert SFX350 ‣ Insert the battery on the back of the device and push it downwards.

  • Page 24: Charging The Battery

    Commissioning Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 DANGER Do not open the device or changing batteries inside Ex-areas is prohibited. It is not permitted to carry extra battery packs into the hazardous areas. Risk of explosion. ‣ Follow the accompanying safety instructions.

  • Page 25: Battery Life

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Commissioning 5.1.3 Battery life The battery life of the Field Xpert depends greatly on how it is used. • The non-Ex version (SFX350) of Field Xpert has an average battery life of up to 18 hours when actively operated •...

  • Page 26: Overview

    Commissioning Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 5.2.1 Overview  7 VIATOR Bluetooth modem with connecting cables Status LED On/off button Connecting cable Locking screw for battery compartment Terminals Locking screw for battery compartment Serial number and MAC address 5.2.2 Battery The VIATOR Bluetooth modem requires three AAA alkaline batteries, which are included in the scope of delivery.

  • Page 27: Led Status (Power Indicator)

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Commissioning 5.2.4 LED status (power indicator) By switching on the device or pressing the on/off button briefly while the modem is switched on, the percentage amount of charge remaining in the batteries is indicated: • 4 flashes = 80% or more of battery power remaining •...

  • Page 28: Overview

    Commissioning Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 5.3.1 Overview  8 Fieldgate FXA520 Status LED Ethernet socket HART terminals Power unit / 4 to 20 mA terminals RS485 terminals Full instructions on wiring and setting up Fieldgate FXA520 are provided in Operating Instructions BA00051S/04/en.

  • Page 29: Overview

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Commissioning CAUTION The modem is certified for use in hazardous areas, Zone 1. There is the risk of unintentionally overloading the protective circuits with the result that they no longer work correctly. ‣ Once a modem has been used with a non-Ex device, it may not be used in an Ex facility afterwards.

  • Page 30: Status Led

    Commissioning Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 5.4.3 Status LED The FFblue Bluetooth modem has two LEDs which indicate the state of communication and battery status. Their significance is shown in the table below. Status LED Traffic LED Meaning Comment on, red...

  • Page 31: Overview

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Commissioning 5.5.1 Overview R S -2 32 TX E TH LN K E TH TX FF H 1 - 1 FF H 1 - 2 FF H 1 - 3 FF H 1 - 4 S TD B Y ...

  • Page 32: Operability

    Operability Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Operability Switching on and off The on/off button switches both the Field Xpert and the backlight on and off. The Field Xpert remembers the last backlight setting when it is switched off. • Switch on the Field Xpert by pressing the on/off key •...

  • Page 33: Horizontal Scroll Bar

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Operability 6.2.2 Horizontal scroll bar The horizontal scroll bar enables quick access to the configuration settings. The function of the horizontal scroll bar is shown in the following example. 1. Tap on the title page.  The horizontal scroll bar is displayed.

  • Page 34: Rotating The Screen Display

    Operability Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 The dashboard provides the following status information: • Network connection • Battery • Available memory • Integrated devices • Information on the operating system and firmware and hardware configuration ‣ Press the Question mark key.

  • Page 35: Long-Term Data Backup

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Operability Long-term data backup To avoid loss of data, the data on the SD card must be backed up periodically to a PC (see chapter 6.7). If the battery does become exhausted, any unsaved data in the RAM will be lost. After recharging and switching on, Windows Embedded Handheld restarts in a predetermined sequence.

  • Page 36: Additional Software

    Operability Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 1. Connect the Field Xpert to the PC via the docking station.  Windows Mobile Device Center starts. 2. Click on Connect without Setting up the Device.  Additional options are displayed. The connection is established.

  • Page 37: Configuration

    Fieldbus Device Xpert license has been purchased • A Bluetooth connection for FOUNDATION fieldbus has already been configured and installed in Field Xpert by Endress+Hauser prior to delivery if a FOUNDATION fieldbus or HART plus FOUNDATION Fieldbus Device Xpert license has been purchased •...
  • Page 38 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 1. Switch on Field Xpert by pressing the on/off button. 2. Switch on the VIATOR HART modem with the on/off button.  The Bluetooth function is activated automatically. If the modem LED does not respond in the appropriate manner, see chapter 5.2.4. →  27 Click the Bluetooth icon.
  • Page 39 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 5. Tap on Menu.  The Context Menu appears. 6. Tap on Bluetooth Settings.  The Bluetooth window is opened. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 40 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 7. Tap on Add New Device.  The device searches for the Bluetooth Modem. The Select Bluetooth Device window is opened containing all available Bluetooth devices. 8. Tap on MACTekVIATOR modem and then Next.  The Enter Passcode window is opened.
  • Page 41 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 9. In the Passcode field, enter mactek as the password and tap on Next.  The modem is added and displayed in a list. 10. Tap on the desired MACTekViatorxxxx modem.  The Partnership Settings window is opened.
  • Page 42 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 12. Switch to COM Ports in the tab.  The COM Ports window is displayed. 13. Tap on New Outgoing Port.  A list with the available modems is displayed. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 43: Adding A Ffblue Bluetooth Modem (Foundation Fieldbus)

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 14. Select the modem and tap on Next.  The Bluetooth window is displayed. 15. Select the COM9 Port and tap on Finish. The modem was added. The Device Xpert HART software will always expect the HART modem at COM9 as standard (SFX350 and SFX370).
  • Page 44 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Click the Bluetooth icon.  The Wireless Center is opened. 4. Tap on the Bluetooth button in order to switch on Bluetooth communication.  The status LED flashes blue to confirm the activation. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 45 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 5. Tap on Menu.  The Selection Menu is opened. 6. In the Selection Menu, tap on Bluetooth Settings.  The Bluetooth window is opened. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 46 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 7. Tap on Add New Device.  The device searches for the Bluetooth Modem. The Select Bluetooth Device window is opened containing all available Bluetooth devices. 8. Tap on FFblue-xxx..(FFblue Bluetooth modem) and then tap on Next.
  • Page 47 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 9. In the Passcode field, enter 1234 as the password and tap on Next.  The modem is added and displayed in a list. 10. Tap on FFblue-00067.  The Partnership Settings window is opened.
  • Page 48 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 12. Switch to COM Ports in the tab.  The COM Ports window is displayed. 13. Tap on New Outgoing Port.  A list with the available modems is displayed. Endress+Hauser...

  • Page 49: Installing And Configuring A Wifi Access Point

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 14. Select the modem and tap on Next.  The Bluetooth window is displayed. 15. Select the COM0 Port and tap on Finish. The modem was added. The Device Xpert FF software will always expect the FOUNDATION fieldbus modem at COM0 as standard (SFX350 and SFX370).
  • Page 50 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 2. Click the Bluetooth icon.  The Wireless Center is opened. 3. Tap on the WiFi button in order to switch on WiFi communication.  The icon turns blue to confirm the activation. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 51 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 4. Tap on Menu.  The context menu is opened. 5. Tap on WiFi Settings.  If setting up WiFi for the first time, all available WLAN networks are displayed, otherwise the Configure Network Adapter page appears. If this is the case, then continue with Step 11.
  • Page 52 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 6. Tap on the desired Network. (Example: PST_FREEWLAN...)  The Configure Wireless Network window is opened. 7. Select the connection and tap on Next. (Example: Internet)  The Configure Network Authentication window is opened. 8. Select the Encryption Type and enter the Network Key. The encryption type and network key can be obtained from the network administrator.
  • Page 53 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration 9. Tap on Next.  The list of wireless connections is displayed. 10. Select the Network Cards tab.  The Network Cards window is opened. Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 54 Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 11. Select Internet and tap on 802.11abgn Wireless LAN.  The 802.11abgn Wireless LAN window is opened. 12. If your WiFi access point has a DHCP server. Select Use Server-assigned IP Address. 13. Tap on OK twice.

  • Page 55: Adding A Fieldgate Fxa520 For Hart Communication

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration If your WiFi access point does not have a DHCP server. 1. Select Use Specific IP Address.  The window to enter the IP address, subnet mask is opened. 2. Enter the IP address and subnet mask of the WiFi access point. The IP address assigned must be in the same subnet as the Fieldgate FXA520 (see chapter 5.3.2→...

  • Page 56: Adding A Gateway Sfc162 For Foundation Fieldbus Communication

    Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 6. Check the Fieldgate FXA520 check box and change the scan range (HART multidrop) if necessary. 7. Switch to the Communication tab. 8. Enter the IP address of the Fieldgate FXA520. 9. Enter the HART pass through port number of the Fieldgate FXA520 (default: 3222).

  • Page 57: Optimizing Battery Use

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration Optimizing battery use 7.5.1 Backlight The use of the backlight will shorten the operating time of the battery. Therefore, it is recommended that the backlight is set up to switch off after a short period of idleness (to switch it back on, simply press any key or tap on the display) and that the brightness is not at the highest setting.

  • Page 58: Switching Off The Screen

    Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 7.5.2 Switching off the screen ‣ Tap on the Windows icon and then select Settings → Power.  In the Advanced tab, the Duration of power supply to the screen can be set. Time and alarm ‣...

  • Page 59: Country Setting

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Configuration Country setting ‣ Tap on the Windows icon and then select Settings → System → Regional Settings.  In the Region tab, the Display Sample (currency, date, etc.) can be set. ‣ Tap on the Windows icon and then select Settings → System → Regional Settings.

  • Page 60: Paired Devices

    Configuration Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 ‣ Tap on the Windows icon and then select Settings → System → Regional Settings.  In the Currency tab, the Currency Formats can be set. Paired devices The modems paired to the Field Xpert’s Bluetooth interface can be viewed in the Wireless Center.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Field Xpert Some of problems may be resolved by switching the Field Xpert on and off. If this does not work, please proceed in accordance with the following examples. 8.1.1 Soft Reset (reboot) A soft reset stops all applications which are currently running but does not delete any programs or saved data.
  • Page 62 Troubleshooting Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 2. Release the battery and remove it.  3. Press the Reset button.  4. Insert the battery and hand strap.  Endress+Hauser...
  • Page 63 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Troubleshooting 5. Press the on/off button on the keyboard.  Enter Field Xpert carries out a restart and returns to the start screen. SFX370 hard reset 1. Simultaneously press the two R keys for 5 seconds.

  • Page 64: Clean Reset (Clean Boot)

    Troubleshooting Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 8.1.3 Clean Reset (clean boot) A clean reset clears all user-installed settings, applications and data from the device memory. It does not affect the SD card data. Before a clean reset can be performed with the Field Xpert, it is important to ensure that all the data have been saved on the SD card or an external PC.
  • Page 65 Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Troubleshooting 1. Perform a soft reset as described in chapter 8.1.1. →  61 2. While the Field Xpert is rebooting, simultaneously press the on/off button and the Decrease Volume key on the right-hand side. ...

  • Page 66: Connection Problems

    Troubleshooting Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Connection problems All types of connection (Bluetooth modem, FXA520 and SFC162) should function without any faults or interruptions. If any communication failures are discovered (values in the DD are colored red), please check your connections as shown below.

  • Page 67: Repair

    In the event of a fault or defect, please return the Field Xpert to Endress+Hauser. Opening the Field Xpert invalidates the guarantee and Ex approval. The VIATOR Bluetooth and FFblue modem may be opened in order to replace the batteries, as described in this manual.

  • Page 68: Disposal

    Repair Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Accessories and Spare Parts Order code Transport and Protection Field Xpert Carry Case 71217428 Leather Case SFX370 with Shoulder Strap 71217429 Shoulder Strap SFX370 71217430 Leather Holster SFX370 71217431 Field Xpert Stylus SFX370 with Cord (1pc)

  • Page 69: Index

    Field Xpert SFX350, SFX370 Index Index Accessories ....... . 67 Paired devices .
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