RID16
Operating the field indicator
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Operating the field indicator
5.1
Quick operation guide
You have a number of options for configuring and commissioning the device:
1. Configuration programs
The configuration of FF functions and device-specific parameters is done via the fieldbus interface.
You can obtain special configuration and operating programs from various manufacturers for these
purposes.
2. Miniature switches (DIP switches) for diverse hardware settings
You can make the following hardware settings for the FOUNDATION Fieldbus™ interface using
miniature switches (DIP switches) inside the field indicator housing
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• Switching the hardware write protection on/off
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Field indicator hardware configuration
5.1.1
Listener mode
The field indicator will analyze the active devices on the bus. Those will be listed and for up to 8
channels the according device can be chosen by its address. For this device the published values will
be reported and the value to be shown on the display can be chosen.
5.1.2
Function block connection mode
In function block connection mode, a published value that is subscribed by a function block within
the field indicator can be displayed. This can be IN and OUT parameters in the function blocks.
