Meriam MFC 4101 HART Operator'S Instruction Manual Download Page 12

 

BE SURE TO SAVE THIS CODE IN A SAFE PLACE IN THE EVENT YOU FORGET THE NUMBER.

 

ACCESS TO 

LOCKED-OUT FEATURES WILL BE DENIED WITHOUT THE PROPER CODE.

 

To Disable Lockout 

When you wish to use a function or edit a value that is protected by the lockout code, enter the three digit 
Lockout code when prompted and press 

Save

. You will now be able to use the function or edit the setting as 

normal. Entering an incorrect code will display the message “Incorrect Code” and allow you to try again.  
 
 

Changing the Lockout Code 

To change the lockout code, disable the lockout function for all the parameters selected, shut the unit off, and 
follow the procedures outlined above. 

 
 
Backlight 

(off timer) 

To conserve battery life, the MFC 4100 series allows the user to set the backlight to shut off after a certain 
period of keypad inactivity.  To change the backlight off timer on the unit, scroll 

Down

 to 

Backlight 

and 

press 

Select.

 Scroll 

Up

 or 

Down 

to the auto shut-off time desired.  Press 

Save 

to select the new value.  

 
The shutoff timer can be disabled or set to shut off after time periods of from 1 minute up to 30 minutes.   
 

NOTE: The Backlight Off Timer is disabled when the optional AC Adapter (P/N A36742) is powering the MFC. 

 
 

Off Timer 

To conserve battery life, the MFC 4100 series allows the user to set the unit to shut off after a certain period 
of keypad inactivity.  To change the off timer on the unit, scroll 

Down

 to 

Off Timer 

and press 

Select.

 Scroll 

Up

 or 

Down 

to the auto shut-off time desired.  Press 

Save 

to select the new value.  

 
The shutoff timer can be disabled or set to shut off after time periods of from 1 minute up to 2 hours.   
 

NOTE: The Off Timer is disabled when the optional AC Adapter (P/N A36742) is powering the MFC. 
 

 
Clock Edit 

The Clock Edit option allows the user to correct the date and time of the MFC’s internal clock. To select the 

Clock Edit

 feature, make sure the pointer arrow is pointed to this selection.  If not, scroll the arrow 

Down 

using the soft keys.  Choose 

Clock Edit

 by pressing the 

Select

 soft key. 

 
Choose a clock or date option to adjust by scrolling 

Up

 or 

Down. 

Press 

Select 

to choose that option.  Enter 

the correct value using the numeric keypad and text edit key if needed. When complete, press 

Done

.  You 

will be asked if you wish to save the new data.  Press 

Yes

 to accept the new value. Pressing 

No

 will take you 

back to the 

Clock Edit

 without making any changes to the MFC clock. 

                                                                                                                                                      

NOTE: When replacing the batteries, the date and time will remain active. Date & time information is 
continuously powered by an internal, 10-year life back-up battery. This battery is not serviceable by the 
user. 

   
 

Enter PC Comm. Mode 

When the MFC is connected to a PC for updates via MFx Installer (see MFx Installer section in this manual), 
a DB-9 serial cable is used.  Occasionally a DB-9 Serial cable is encountered that does not have a DTR line.  
The DTR line is important to the update process because it is used to initiate and confirm communication 
between the two machines.  If a DB-9 cable without a DTR line is used, the MFC must be manually placed 

Summary of Contents for MFC 4101 HART

Page 1: ...icator MFC 4101 HART Communicator with Documentation MFC 4102 HART Communicator with Intrinsic Safety I S MFC 4103 HART Communicator with Documentation and I S OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL File No 4100...

Page 2: ...e Representatives button Contact Meriam Process Technologies directly by phone at 216 281 1100 or by e mail at meriam meriam com Direct all assistance inquiries to Technical Services HART is a registe...

Page 3: ...nging Lockout Code 8 Backlight off timer 8 Off Timer 8 Clock Edit 8 Enter PC Comm Mode 8 Battery Installation Removal all models 9 External Connections 9 DB 9 Connection 9 Hazardous Area Use 10 Intrin...

Page 4: ...e Download Site 18 Who may use 18 PC Requirements 18 Preparing the MFC for updating 18 Preparing to Download 18 Using the Download Site 19 Subscriber Options 19 MFx Installer Utility 19 Returning the...

Page 5: ...ay of the MFC 4100 is a 128 x 128 pixel graphic display with backlight Viewable area is 2 6 x 2 6 for 13 viewable message lines The display provides three types of information 1 header information inc...

Page 6: ...ween two separate functions as needed to facilitate data entry Soft key functions change depending on the present operating mode Soft key definitions are displayed at the bottom of the LCD just above...

Page 7: ...simply depress the key until the display returns to an acceptable level After adjusting Display Contrast wait at least five 5 seconds before turning unit off to insure storage of new contrast setting...

Page 8: ...are displayed at the bottom of the MFC display The following are examples or Soft Key definitions and their uses Up moves indicator arrow up one line in a menu list Down moves indicator arrow down on...

Page 9: ...of the MFC These keys are thumb operated and provide a convenient alternative to the Soft Key navigation buttons Side key functionality is not always available in the HART communication displays 3 Mu...

Page 10: ...properly connected HART device is setup for Multi drop loop or Burst Mode operation device address 0 The MFC will immediately initiate a multi drop poll to find all non zero addresses on the loop MFC...

Page 11: ...he Lockout Details screen listing all MFC parameters that can be protected by lockout see above left Individual functions can be locked or if preferred the lockout can be set to deny unauthorized acce...

Page 12: ...ess Select Scroll Up or Down to the auto shut off time desired Press Save to select the new value The shutoff timer can be disabled or set to shut off after time periods of from 1 minute up to 2 hours...

Page 13: ...s to MFC 1 AC Adapter The MFC 4100 can be powered by external AC Adapter connected to the jack located on the left side of the MFC P N A36742 bypasses the battery circuit to power the unit The battery...

Page 14: ...of the label is shown below WARNING Serious injury or death may result from explosions Do not make connection to the DB 9 connection port or to the AC adapter jack while in a hazardous area WARNING Se...

Page 15: ...ed to identify a field device by its model number and tag number and to read process data from the device This communication is referred to as polling The MFC 4100 can poll any Hart Device Second Comm...

Page 16: ...er up the MFC automatically detects if a field device is connect and attempts to establish HART communications When a device with address zero is found the MFC provides feedback to the user and starts...

Page 17: ...detected at the HART connection and the MFC is standing by to initiate communications The Device 0 On line message is shown 1 if a physical connection is made to a HART device after the MFC power is...

Page 18: ...t right provides information to help the user confirm the identity origin and save date time of the configuration Pressing Select again opens the configuration for review or offline editing New config...

Page 19: ...l Configs option The MFC will ask Delete ALL Configs ARE YOU SURE Select Yes to clear all stored configurations from memory Online Setup Mode Online Setup is the normal HART communication mode for the...

Page 20: ...on section of this manual 2 The Meriam DOF Device Library is missing or has become corrupted Without this DOF the MFC may not recognize a connected device Check the List Show DOFs menu option of Offli...

Page 21: ...ice using Universal and Common Practice commands to poll configure and maintain HART devices Specific functions supported include most polling tagging device configuration and trim operations for anal...

Page 22: ...r revisions of existing ones Who has access to the Download Site All MFC purchasers have unlimited access to the Download Site for six months from date of shipment These customers may download any pub...

Page 23: ...file name of interest with the PC mouse and left clicking Dialog boxes guide the user through the process Multiple files can be downloaded using a Java applet that must first be loaded onto the host...

Page 24: ...the Meriam Repair Department when you call fax or e mail your information An RMA number must accompany all incoming packages to insure proper tracking processing and repair work To assist us in proce...

Page 25: ...TRAST direct adjustment of display contrast in any mode automatic compensation for ambient temperature changes SECURITY LOCKOUT MFC 4100 Settings can be locked out entirely or by specific feature MEMO...

Page 26: ...le shoulder strap and HART lead compartment A36884 Adjustable detachable hanging strap inc d w MFC clips directly to MFC attach points A900614 00006 9 Volt Alkaline Battery inc d w MFC 2 req d A900614...

Page 27: ...23 Intrinsic Safety Control Document...

Page 28: ...ge Material Drain Vent Material Flange Type Remote Seal Isolator Material Flange Size Number of Remote Seals Remote Seal Fill Fluid Remote Seal Type HART Revision Device Revision Software Revision Fin...

Page 29: ...ll Fluid Gasket Material Flange Material Drain Vent Material Flange Type Remote Seal Isolator Material Flange Size Number of Remote Seals Remote Seal Fill Fluid Remote Seal Type Universal Revision Tra...

Page 30: ...Size Number of Remote Universal Revision Transmitter Revision Software Tag Date Descriptor Message ASC Model Ext SW Mode Revisions Const Mats Device ID Polling Address Request Preambles Burst Mode Se...

Page 31: ...ange Size Number of Remote Universal Revision Transmitter Revision Software Tag Date Descriptor Message ASC Model Ext SW Mode Revisions Const Mats Device ID Polling Address Request Preambles Burst Mod...

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