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475 Field Communicator. It does not provide in-depth instructions for configuration, diagnostics, maintenance, service, troubleshooting, or Intrinsically Safe (IS) installations. Refer to the 475 Field. Communicator User’s Manual on the Resource CD or www. ICWALK. com for more instructions.
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Field Communicator to communicate with a variety of devices independent of device manufacturer. 475 FIELD COMMUNICATOR OVERVIEW The portable 475 Field Communicator includes a color LCD touch screen, a Dual-core Lithium Ion battery (Power Module), a Central Processing Unit (CORTEX-M3), bulk memory unit (FLASH) and integral fieldbus communication circuitry.
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475 FIELD COMMUNICATOR OVERVIEW Using the Touch Screen and Keypad The touch screen and keypad let you select menu items and enter text. Tap the screen with the provided stylus or use the up and down arrow keys on the keypad to select a menu item. Double-tap the selected item on the screen or press the right arrow key on the keypad to open a menu item.
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Prior to first portable use, fully charge the Li-Ion battery. The power supply/charger has a green connector to match the connector on the battery. The battery can be charged separately or while attached to the 475 Field Communicator. A full charge takes...
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475 FIELD COMMUNICATOR OVERVIEW approximately eight hours, and the 475 is fully operable when charging. An overcharge condition will not occur if power supply/ charger remains connected after charging completes. To maintain performance, charge the battery frequently, preferably after each use. Limit full discharges, if possible. Additional information about maintaining the battery is in the475 Field Communicator User’s Manual.
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Support for more information. INSTALLING THE SYSTEM CARD AND BATTERY 1. Remove the communication line. 2. Place the 475 Field Communicator face down on a level, secure surface. 3. With the battery removed, slide the Secure Digital System Card (labeled System Card), with the card contacts facing up, into the System Card socket until it clicks.
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475 Field Communicator. REMOVING THE BATTERY AND SYSTEM CARD 1. Remove the communication line. 2. With the 475 Field Communicator off, place it face down on a level, secure surface. 3. Loosen the two battery retaining screws.
Use the provided lead set to connect the 475 Field Communicator to the loop, segment or device. Three communication terminals for the lead set are on the top of the 475 Field Communicator. Each red terminal is a positive connection for its protocol, and the black terminal is a common terminal shared by both protocols.
PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONS Overview All 475 Field Communicators have the main unit label (see Figure 2). Intrinsically Safe (KL option) 475 Field Communicators also have a label opposite the main unit label. If the 475 Field Communicator does not contain this label (NA option), it is not Intrinsically Safe.
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ATEX Directive (94/9/EC) (KL option only) ICWALK Process Management complies with the ATEX Directive. Applicable standards are EN 60079-0, EN 60079-11, EN 60079-26, and EN 60079-27. Specific ATEX Directive Information is located within this document and the 475 Field Communicator User’s Manual.
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= 1.9Volt DC = 32μA Main Menu Introduction The Device Setup on the HART Online menu accesses every configurable parameter for the connected device. Some devices may not display a Device Setup menu. Check your device documentation for more information. Double-tap Device setup to view the process variables, diagnostics and service, basic setup, detailed setup, and review menus.
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The Detailed setup menu provides access to every editable device parameter and all device functions. The Detailed setup menu varies widely from one HART device to another. Functions in this menu can include tasks such as characterization, configuration, and sensor and output trims.
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Main Menu Introduction Review The Review menu lists all of the static parameters read from the connected device, including information about the device and sensor setup and limitations. It also may include information about the connected device such as tag, materials of construction, and device software revision.
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