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Chapter 5
Operation
5.1 Overview
This chapter describes how to use the transmitter in everyday operation. The following topics and
procedures are discussed:
• Using the I&M functions (Section 5.2)
• Recording process variables (Section 5.3)
• Viewing process variables (Section 5.4)
• Using sensor simulation mode (Section 5.5)
• Accessing diagnostic information with a PROFIBUS host (Section 5.6)
• Viewing transmitter status and alarms (Section 5.7)
• Viewing and using the totalizers and inventories (Section 5.8)
Note: All procedures provided in this chapter assume that you have established communication with
the transmitter and that you are complying with all applicable safety requirements. See Appendix C or
the documentation for your PROFIBUS host or configuration tool.
5.2 Using the I&M functions
The transmitter implements the following PROFIBUS identification and maintenance (I&M)
functions:
•I&M 0
•I&M 1
•I & M 2
•PA I & M 0
Refer to Amendment 3 to the PROFIBUS Profile for Process Control Devices V 3.01: Identification
and Maintenance Functions Version 1.0, December 2004 Order No. 3.042.
The I&M functions contain a variety of device and manufacturer information, all of which is
hard-coded (read only). The I&M functions are not accessible via ProLink II or the display. If you are
using Siemens Simatic PDM, v6.0 SP2 or higher is required. Earlier versions do not support I&M
functions.
Refer to Appendix F for the bus parameters associated with the I&M functions.
5.3 Recording process variables
Micro Motion suggests that you make a record of the process variables listed below, under normal
operating conditions. This will help you recognize when the process variables are unusually high or
low, and may help in fine-tuning transmitter configuration.