Pepperl+Fuchs KFD Series, Manual

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HART Multiplexer System KFD*-HM*-16
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6 Configuration
6.1 Introduction to PACTware Operating Software
FDT Concept
The FDT concept (FDT
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F ield D evice T ool) created a standard that can be used to integrate
devices in various user interfaces (framework applications such as PACTware ).
The FDT concept enables open and continuous device operation from the control level to
the field, regardless of the bus systems used. The FDT concept specifies the data exchange
between the device-specific driver and the framework application. Every communicating
device has a device-specific driver (DTM) that is integrated in the framework application.
PACTware
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Operating Software
PACTware ( PACTware
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P rocess A utomation C onfiguration T ool) is
a manufacturer-independent operating software for devices. In the past, it was often necessary
to use multiple manufacturer-specific programs to be able to operate different devices.
PACTware enables you to operate any number of devices with just this software. PACTware is
not only a configuration tool, it also offers an interface to HART-compatible field devices as
well as to bus systems such as PROFIBUS, MODBUS, and ControlNet. PACTware offers
many features that allow users to simplify the plant documentation, to create trend curves, and
to monitor signals using HART data.
Device and Communication DTM
The DTM (DTM
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D evice T ype M anager) contains all the data and functions of a device.
Every DTM contains its own user interface optimized for the device. The device and
communication DTMs can be integrated in any FDT frame application, such as PACTware .
The DTM offers almost no restriction with regard to display and user guidance. This means that
all available device functions can be operated according to the user's needs. Operation is
supported by graphics. The DTM technology enables consistent operation of a device in all
FDT systems.
Fuchs generates DTMs for HART-compatible devices by converting the
device description (DD) of these devices for use with PACTware .
Caution!
Potential device malfunction from change of device function
Changes in the device function can lead to device malfunction. The function of the device
is no longer guaranteed.
Before transferring the new device function, make sure that the changed device function
does not cause a danger to the device and the plant.
Note!
The steps are described using the FDT framework program PACTware 4.1 as an example.