Safety Information & Guidelines This section contains information that must be read and understood by all persons installing, using, or maintaining this equipment. Safety Failure to follow appropriate safety procedures or inappropriate use of the equipment described in this manual can lead to equipment damage or Considerations injury to personnel.
Safety Information & Guidelines Warnings, Cautions, & Notes Caution Cautions notify users of operating procedures, practices, conditions, etc. which may result in equipment damage if not carefully observed or followed. ▲ Note Notes emphasize important or essential information or a statement of company policy regarding an operating procedure, practice, condition, etc.
Chapter 1 Product Overview Introduction The Thermo Scientific LevelPRO is designed to provide reliable and accurate level measurements. With F ™ fieldbus, the gauge OUNDATION also provides users with access to control or program parameters via a host system. The gauge consists of a source head containing the radioisotope source and the detector-transmitter.
Product Overview Fieldbus Overview Links and Devices fieldbus network consists of links and devices. A link is the OUNDATION serial bus that connects the devices on the network. There are three types of devices: Link master: The LevelPRO with F fieldbus has link ●...
Product Overview Fieldbus Overview Sensor signal Physical Block evaluation (parameters of the physical unit) Analog Input Block Transducer Block Primary value (parameters important to the (parameters that (main value) process control system) describe the device) Figure 1–1. Default block configuration The characteristics of the input and output options for the LevelPRO with Inputs &...
Product Overview Using this Application Guide Using this This document was created specifically for applications using the LevelPRO with F fieldbus. Refer to the LevelPRO user guide (P/N OUNDATION Application 717778) for a complete set of instructions and details on the menu Guide structure and functionality of the standard LevelPRO.
Chapter 2 Wiring & Connections Note This chapter provides wiring details for fieldbus operation. It is assumed that the instrument has already been installed (refer to the LevelPRO installation guide). ▲ The fieldbus connector is accessible from the faceplate of the LevelPRO. Figure 2–1.
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Wiring & Connections Associated Documentation Note Refer to F fieldbus specification for cable sizes and OUNDATION maximum cable length. ▲ Cable length = trunk length + all spur lengths Maximum length = 1900 meters with “type A” cable Table 2–2. Spur lengths Device Spur Length (meters) 25-32...
NI-FBUS Configurator, reference the documentation that came with your host system. ▲ Install the To install the device description (DD), go to www.fieldbus.org. Search the list of registered devices to locate the Thermo Scientific LevelPRO Device DD/CFF files. Download the files and unzip them. Description Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™...
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Startup Configurator Startup Note If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator, reference the documentation that came with your host system. ▲ 1. Launch the NI-FBUS Configurator by selecting Start > Programs > NationalInstruments > NI-FBUS > NI-FBUS Configurator, or double-click the NI-FBUS icon on the PC desktop.
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Startup 4. Reference Figure 3–2 for this step. The NI-FBUS Configurator automatically detects all valid devices connected to the network. If the connected devices are registered by the Fieldbus Foundation as compliant devices and the DD files have been imported, the configurator will detect the device and the blocks contained within the device.
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Interface 5. Double-click on LevelPRO_XXXXXXXXX to view the device properties. If the LevelPRO has been connected correctly, PD tag, the device ID, and node address are shown. The PD tag is the physical name of the device. The device ID is a unique device identifier. Following is an example of a typical device ID: 5446530100_XXXXXXXXX In this case,...
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Interface Figure 3–3. Parts of the NI-FBUS Configurator main screen The Configuration The configuration tree displays the objects on the network that are configurable. Double-click on a device to the view the device properties. Tree & Object Menu Each object in the tree has its own main menu.
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Interface The Middle Frame The contents of the middle frame can vary, depending on what you are currently doing. For instance, if you double-click on the Function Block Application (FBAP) object in the configuration tree, the FBAP grid opens in the middle frame.
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Interface Figure 3–6. Example of help information for selected block parameter Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide OUNDATION...
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics The Status Window The status window displays the current status of the configurator and contains several tabs. Status tab: Click to view live updates of what the configurator is ● doing. Download tab: Click to view all the status information for the last ●...
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics As mentioned earlier, the LevelPRO with F fieldbus supports OUNDATION three blocks: one resource block, one transducer block, and one function block. When you double-click on a block in the configuration tree, the block configuration window opens as a floating window over the main screen.
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics Using Menus & The preferred way to configure the device is to use menus and methods. The NI-FBUS Configurator supports user menus. Methods Access the menus by going to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu. Figure 3–8. The Root Menu The table below lists the items contained within each menu.
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics Following is an example of how to use the menus. 1. Go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu > LevelPro setup > 1 Main Measurement > 4 Actions > 4 Clear All Holds > Clear All Holds. 2.
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics Directly Editing ectly Editing Parameters Parameters Caution The preferred configuration method is to use menus as described in the previous section; however, you can edit a parameter directly if your host does not support menus. Take care when modifying parameters directly.
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics After saving, the asterisk that appeared by the modified parameter will clear, indicating that the changes have been accepted. Note If you do not want to save the changes you made, you can undo them by clicking the Read All button at the bottom of the configuration window.
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics Figure 3–11. LevelPRO AI block on the FBAP grid 3. Click on the AO block of the other device and drag it to the FBAP grid. 4. Connect the OUT of the LevelPRO AI block to the CAS IN of the other device’s AO block.
The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics 7. Now you are ready to download the configuration. Saving & ng & After setting block parameters, creating a block diagram and schedule, and configuring alarms, you should save the configuration. From the main Downloading the Downloading the screen of the configurator, click File >...
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The NI-FBUS Configurator Configurator Basics 3. It is assumed that you have already designated the link master and set the Link Active Schedule for devices on the network. If you have not, click the Link Masters button to access the Network Parameters dialog box.
Chapter 4 LevelPRO Setup Note If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator, reference the documentation that came with your host system. ▲ Note This chapter provides setup instructions using the NI-FBUS Configurator menus, as this is the preferred way to configure the instrument.
LevelPRO Setup Level Setup Level Setup 1. Go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu >LevelPro setup > 1 Main Measurement > 1 Level Setup > Level Setup. 2. The first level setup screen will appear. When ready, click Next. Figure 4–1. Initial screen for level setup 3.
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LevelPRO Setup Level Setup 4. Enter the level value at which the current output will be at minimum. Click Next. Figure 4–3. Setting the level value that represents minimum current output 5. Level setup is complete. Figure 4–4. Level setup complete Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™...
LevelPRO Setup Calibration Points Calibration The Calibration Points menu allows you to review, modify, and delete calibration points. Points 1. Go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu >LevelPro setup > 1 Main Measurement > 3 Calibration Points > Calibration Point Operation. 2.
LevelPRO Setup Time Constants Figure 4–6. Calibration point #1 Time Constants Note For detailed discussion on time constants, reference the LevelPRO user guide. ▲ To set the primary and alternate time constants using the NI-FBUS Configurator: 1. Go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu > LevelPro setup > 1 Main Measurement >...
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LevelPRO Setup Time Constants Figure 4–7. Initial time constant setup screen 3. At the prompt, set the primary time constant. The default is 128 seconds. Click Next. Figure 4–8. Setting the primary time constant LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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LevelPRO Setup Time Constants 4. Set the alternate time constant. The default is 8 seconds. Click Next. Figure 4–9. Setting the alternate time constant 5. Enter 1 to use the primary time constant or 2 to use the alternate. Click Next.
LevelPRO Setup Configure the Current Output 6. Time constant setup is complete. Figure 4–11. Time constant setup complete Configure the To configure the current output using the NI-FBUS Configurator: Current Output 1. Go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu > LevelPro setup > 3 Current Output >...
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LevelPRO Setup Configure the Current Output 3. Enter the minimum current output. Click Next. Figure 4–13. Setting the minimum current output 4. Enter the hold mode value for the current output. The value is entered as a percentage of the maximum current output. Click Next. Figure 4–14.
LevelPRO Setup Actions 5. Current output setup is complete. Figure 4–15. Current output setup complete Actions The Actions menu provides access to frequently used commands. The commands are listed below. System Restart: Restarts the system, erasing temporary memory. ● User-entered setup data is not affected. Erase All Entries: Erases previously entered set up data.
Chapter 5 Standardization & Calibration This chapter provides instructions on how to use the NI-FBUS Configurator menus to standardize and calibrate the LevelPRO for level measurement. Note For detailed discussion on standardization and calibration, reference the LevelPRO user guide. ▲ Perform Standardization Note It is best practice to empty the tank and standardize during the initial...
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Standardization 4. The first standardization screen appears. Click Next when you are ready to continue. Figure 5–1. Initial standardization screen 5. At the prompt, specify the number of time constant periods used for the standardization. If the time constant is 128 seconds and you enter 2 here, the standardization cycle will last 256 seconds (2 x 128 seconds).
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Standardization 6. Enter 1 to start standardization. Figure 5–3. Starting standardization 7. Once standardization begins, the time remaining will be displayed. You can interrupt the cycle at any time by clicking Abort. Figure 5–4. Standardization in progress Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™...
Standardization & Calibration Perform Calibration 8. When the time remaining is 0 seconds, click Next two times. The software will display that the cycle has been completed. Click Write Changes. Figure 5–5. Standardization complete Perform erform Calibration Calibration Caution If you do not calibrate the gauge, some tanks might overflow without reaching the tank full level.
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Calibration 3. Fill the tank with process material to a particular level you are interested in. Measure the level accurately and keep it steady as possible. 4. In the NI-FBUS Configurator, go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu >...
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Calibration Figure 5–7. Setting the number of time constants to use for calibration 7. The first point will be calibrated. At the prompt, enter the next point to be calibrated. Click Next. Figure 5–8. Setting the next point to be calibrated LevelPRO with F ™...
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Calibration 8. Enter the actual level at the calibration point. Click Next. Figure 5–9. Entering the actual level 9. Enter 2 to start the calibration. Figure 5–10. Starting the calibration Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™...
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Standardization & Calibration Perform Calibration 10. Once calibration begins, the time remaining will be displayed. You can interrupt the cycle at any time by clicking Abort. Figure 5–11. Calibration cycle in progress 11. When the time remaining is 0 seconds, click Next two times. The software displays that the cycle has been completed.
Chapter 6 Diagnostics This chapter provides on the Diag/Service menu in the NI-FBUS Configurator root menu. The Diag/Service menu provides access to the Loop Test, Trim Analog Output, and Alarm Bad Flags Status items. Note If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator, reference the documentation that came with your host system.
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Diagnostics Loop Test 3. There are four selections shown on the following display. a. Selection 1 – 4 mA: Enter 1 to fix the device at 4 mA. b. Selection 2 – 20 mA: Enter 2 to fix the device at 20 mA. c.
Diagnostics Trim Analog Output Trim Analog The trim analog output function allows you to confirm that the current output value of the reference meter can be adjusted to match the set value. Output 1. In the NI-FBUS Configurator, go to AI_TRANSDUCER > Root Menu >...
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Diagnostics Trim Analog Output 3. The output will be set to the minimum current value. Click Next. Figure 6–4. Setting to minimum current value 4. When the minimum current output is shown, enter the value displayed by the reference meter. Click Next. Figure 6–5.
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Diagnostics Trim Analog Output 5. The software will ask you to confirm the set output and reference meter reading are the same. Enter 1 to continue to the next step. If you need to modify the value again, enter 2 and you will return to the previous screen.
Diagnostics Alarm Bad Flags Status 7. When the maximum current output is shown, enter the value displayed by the reference meter. Click Next. 8. The software will ask you to confirm the set output and reference meter reading are the same. Enter 1 to continue to the next step. If you need to modify the value again, enter 2 and you will return to the previous screen.
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting & Service Fieldbus The table below provides troubleshooting for problems related to the fieldbus network. Troubleshooting Table 7–1. Fieldbus troubleshooting Description of Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution/Corrective Action AI_TRANSDUCER block will not go Configuration is incorrect or Verify configuration (reference your host into AUTO mode (stays in OOS mode).
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Troubleshooting & Service Warranty Materials and/or products furnished to Thermo Fisher by other suppliers shall carry no warranty except such suppliers’ warranties as to materials and workmanship. Thermo Fisher disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to such products. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE AGREED TO IN WRITING BY Thermo Fisher, THE WARRANTIES GIVEN ABOVE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND Thermo...
Appendix A Ordering Information A complete LevelPRO system consists of one to four integrated detector- transmitter(s), any number of sources as applicable to the application, and a type of communication. Table A–1. System ordering information Code Model LPRO LevelPRO integrated continuous nuclear/gamma level system Code Detector/Transmitter Enclosure Type Carbon steel detector housing...
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Ordering Information Code Relay Output No relay Two SPDT relays Code 4–20 mA Output Type Isolated, loop-powered Isolated, self-powered Non-isolated, self-powered Code Communications No selection 9734 HHT RS485 cable 9734 HHT RS485 & RS232 cable RS232/RS485 converter HART communication module fieldbus module OUNDATION Code...
Appendix B Specifications Results may vary under different operating conditions. Table B–1. Performance specifications System performance 0.5% of span, typical Table B–2. Gamma ray source Source type Cs-137 or Co-60, both stainless steel doubly encapsulated Size 10–10,000 mCi Cs-137 or 1,000–2,000 mCi Co-60 (source size dependent upon application) Source housing Carbon steel, lead filled, polyurethane painted (stainless steel...
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Specifications Enclosure construction Carbon steel polyurethane painted Optional water-cooled detector for higher temperature applications Approvals CSA/C-US approved Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C, & D; Class II, Div. 1, Groups E, F, & G; Class III, Div. 1; indoor and outdoor CSA ENCL 4 Intertek ATEX approved II 2 G Ex d IIC T6 IP66 CE Mark...
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For gauge configuration and calibration. Communicates with Communicator any LevelPRO via the current loop. BEL202FSK standard. Thermo Scientific Model For gauge configuration and calibration Communicates with 9734 any LevelPRO via RS485 connector. Provides upload / download of gauge configuration to/from PC via RS232 interface.
Appendix C LevelPRO Specific Parameters The fieldbus parameters that are specific to the LevelPRO are categorized as follows: Command parameters: Used to issue commands to the device. ● Status parameters: Display the internal status of the LevelPRO. ● Configuration parameters: Used to configure the LevelPRO’s ●...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Table C–1. LevelPRO specific parameters Parameter Type Description ALARM_STATUS_FLAGS_1 Others Alarm and status flag set 1 Bit 0 - "Unused" Bit 16 - "Process Alarm 1" Bit 1 - "Unused" Bit 17 - "Process Alarm 2" Bit 2 - "Standardization mode Bit 18 - "Process Alarm 3"...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description ALARM_STATUS_FLAGS_2 Alarms Alarm and status flag set 2 (cont). Bit 7 - "Standardization Bit 23 - "NV Write Error" difference" Bit 8 - "HART communication Bit 24 - "Unused" error" Bit 9 - "Unused" Bit 25 - "Unused"...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description ALARM1 Others Set up alarm triggering point, clear point, and gauge actions when alarm happens for ALARM1. Sub-parameter Description ACTION Select the action used to indicate that the alarm has been triggered. - Nothing - Control relay 1/2 - Output 1 to FAULT LOW - Output 1 to FAULT HIGH...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description ALARM3 Others Set up alarm triggering point, clear point, and gauge actions when alarm happens for ALARM3. Sub-parameter Description ACTION Select the action used to indicate that the alarm has been triggered. - Nothing - Control relay 1/2 - Output 1 to FAULT LOW - Output 1 to FAULT HIGH...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description BAD_FLAGS_1 (cont.) Others Bad flags set 1 Bit 6 – “Cal is not real” Bit 22 – “Number of Break Points > 16” Bit 7 – “Cal-Std ratio value too low” Bit 23 – “Data Testing suspended” Bit 8 –...
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description HV_CTL Others The high voltage control signal. IOUT_HOLD_VALUE Others The current output hold value. IOUT_MAX_CORRECTION Others The correction factor for the current output at maximum. IOUT_MIN_CORRECTION Others The correction factor for the current output at minimum. IOUT1_VALUE Others The internal value of IOUT1.
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LevelPRO Specific Parameters Parameter Type Description RELAY1_ALM_MODE Others The alarm mode for relay 1. - energize when alarm occurs - deenergize when alarm occurs RELAY1_LATCH_MODE Others The latching mode for relay 1. - enable latching mode - disable latching mode RELAY2_ALM_MODE Others The alarm mode for relay 2.
Appendix D LevelPRO Commands Note If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator, reference the documentation that came with your host system. ▲ In the NI-FBUS Configurator, open the AI_TRANSDUCER block, and click the Others tab. Click on LPRO_CMD to view the list of available commands.
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LevelPRO Commands Table 7–1. LevelPRO commands Command Description Ready The interface is ready for the next command. Hold current output Hold the current output at its current value. Clear all alarms Acknowledges, clear, and reset all alarms. Start CAL cycle Begin a calibration cycle.
Appendix E DD Flow Blocks The LevelPRO with F fieldbus DD is designed to offer access OUNDATION to the gauge’s process data and basic setup functions. The DD menu flow blocks are provided in this appendix. Note Text in blue indicates user entered data or selections. ▲...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–3. Main Measurement menu Figure E–4. Level setup LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–5. Standardization Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–6. Calibration points LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–7. Time constant setup Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–8. Gauge calibration LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–9. Current output setup Figure E–10. System restart Figure E–11. Erase all entries Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–12. Clear all alarms Figure E–13. Clear all holds Figure E–14. Diag/Service menu LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–15. Loop test Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–16. Trim analog output E-10 LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide Thermo Fisher Scientific OUNDATION...
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DD Flow Blocks Figure E–17. Alarm bad flags status Thermo Fisher Scientific LevelPRO with F ™ fieldbus Application Guide E-11 OUNDATION...
Glossary OOS See Out Of Service mode. analog input block Makes manufacturer's input out Of service mode (OOS) The mode typically data available to other functions at its output. used during block configuration. In OOS mode, the block is disabled. AUTO See automatic mode.
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Index Trim Analog Output, 6-3–6-6, 6-4 methods. See menus. I/O. See inputs, outputs. MIN_IOUT_VALUE, C-7 inputs contact closure, 1-3 overview, 1-3 specification, B-2 NI-FBUS Configurator, 3-1–3-16 IOUT_HOLD_VALUE, C-7 node address, 3-4 IOUT_MAX_CORRECTION, C-7 NUMBER_OF_RELAYS, C-7 IOUT_MIN_CORRECTION, C-7 IOUT1_VALUE, C-7 OOS. See out of service mode ordering information, A-1–A-2 jumper settings out of service mode, 3-9...
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Index time constant, 4-5–4-8 transducer block, 1-2, 3-3 safety Trim Analog Output menu, 6-3–6-6, 6-4 overview, ix troubleshooting SOURCE_HALF_LIFE_VALUE, C-8 steps for fieldbus, 7-1 specifications, B-1–B-3 standardization, 5-1–5-4 Standardization menu, 5-1–5-4 STD_IN_USE_VALUE, C-8 wiring, 2-1–2-2 STD_TANK_STATE, C-8 WKS_SINCE_LAST_STD, C-8 STD_VALUE, C-8 STD_X_TIME_CONST, C-8 System Restart action, 4-10 XRAY_MAX_HOLD_TIME, C-8...
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