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6.6.1 Configure HART/Bell 202 communications
ProLink II ProLink > Configuration > Device > Digital Comm Settings
ProLink III Device Tools > Configuration > Communications > Communications (HART)
Field Communicator Configure > Manual Setup > Inputs/Outputs > Communications
Overview
HART/Bell 202 communications parameters support HART communication with the
transmitter's primary mA terminals over a HART/Bell 202 network.
The HART/Bell 202 communications parameters include:
• HART Address (Polling Address)
• Loop Current Mode (ProLink II) or mA Output Action (ProLink III)
• Burst Parameters (optional)
• HART Variables (optional)
Procedure
1.
Set HART Address to a unique value on your network.
Valid address values are between 0 and 15. The default address (0) is typically used
unless you are in a multidrop environment.
Tip
Devices using HART protocol to communicate with the transmitter may use either HART
Address or HART Tag (Software Tag) to identify the transmitter. Configure either or both, as
required by your other HART devices.
2. Ensure Loop Current Mode (mA Output Action) is configured appropriately.
Options Description
Enabled
The primary mA output reports process data as configured.
Disabled
The primary mA output is fixed at 4 mA and does not report process
data.
Important
If you use ProLink II or ProLink III to set HART Address to 0, the program automatically enables
Loop Current Mode. If you use ProLink II or ProLink III to set HART Address to any other value, the
program automatically disables Loop Current Mode. This is designed to make it easier to
configure the transmitter for legacy behavior. Always verify Loop Current Mode after setting
HART Address.
3. (Optional) Enable and configure Burst Parameters.
Integrate the meter with the control system
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