Panametrics DigitalFlow XMT868i, Programming Manual

Page: 93 / 164

DigitalFlow™ XMT868i Programming Manual 19
Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™
Appendix C. Programming the XMT868i Using PanaView™
C.1 Introduction
The Model XMT868i flow transmitter must be properly installed and programmed, as described in the Startup Guide ,
before it can provide accurate flow rate measurements. After completing the installation and initial setup, use this
chapter to program the advanced features of the Model XMT868i’s using the PanaView™ software program. Refer to
the appropriate section for a discussion of the following menu features:
• Channel-Status - activate one or both channels and select the desired measurement method
• Channel-System - enter the individual channel parameters
• Channel-Pipe - enter the pipe parameters
• Channel-I/O - set up the inputs and outputs
• Channel-Setup - set the signal limits, response times and activating mass flow.
• Global-System - enter the system units
• Global-I/O - set up error handling, option cards and display
• Global-Comm - set the serial port and MODBUS parameters
As a programming aid, a complete set of menu maps for the PROG menu is included in Appendix D, PanaView Menu
Maps . The specific figure numbers will be referenced throughout this chapter, as required.
C.2 Programming Using PanaView™
You can program the XMT868i using PanaView™, a PC-based, non-resident software program that communicates
with the XMT868i through its RS232/RS485 serial or Ethernet port.
C.2.1 Preparing for PanaView Programming
Before you attempt to communicate with the XMT868i, be sure you have linked your PC to the XMT868i using its
communication interface. For details on wiring the interface, refer to Wiring the Serial Port in the Startup Guide, and to
the document EIA-RS Serial Communications (916-054). You must also install PanaView, as discussed in the
PanaView User’s Manual (910-211).