Reference Manual
300520EN, Rev AA
November 2009
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Rosemount 5900 Series
Section 4. Configuration
4.2.1
Basic
Configuration
Basic configuration includes specifying parameters for a standard
configuration which is sufficient in most cases. It includes the following items:
• Measurement Units
• Tank geometry; tank height, tank type, tank bottom type, pipe diameter,
hold off disance, calibration distance etc.
• Process conditions; rapid level changes, turbulence, foam, solids,
product dielectric range
• Volume; standard tank types, strapping table
4.2.2
Advanced
Configuration
The Rosemount 5900 supports a number of advanced functions for optimizing
performance in advanced applications. Some applications may need further
configuration in addition to the basic configuration. This may be due to the
properties of the product or the tank shape.
Disturbing objects and turbulent conditions in the tank may also require
advanced measures to be taken.
Advanced functions supported by the Rosemount 5900 and the Rosemount
TankMaster program:
• Tank scan
• Empty tank handling
• Surface echo tracking
• Filter settings
4.2.3
Configuration
Tools
There are several tools available for configuration of a Rosemount 5900 level
gauge:
• Rosemount TankMaster Winsetup
• Rosemount 375 Field Communicator
The TankMaster Winsetup is a user-friendly software package that includes
basic configuration options as well as advanced configuration and service
functions.
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