LW2720
Electronic level sensor
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8 Parameter setting
Changing parameters during operation can influence the function of the plant.
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Make sure that there will be no malfunctions or dangerous operation in your plant.
The device parameters are set via the IO-Link interface. For this, an IO-Link master, IO-Link
parameter setting software (
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Accessories) and a suitable device description file (IODD) are
required.
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Always use the latest IODD:
When the medium is changed, it may also be necessary to adapt the device settings.
8.1 Parameter setting via PC and IO-Link master
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Prepare the PC, software and master (
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Operating instructions of the respective units/software).
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Connect the unit to a USB IO-Link interface or a field compatible IO-Link master.
Fig. 11: Connection via the USB IO-Link interface
Fig. 12: Connection via the IO-Link master for field use
Before parameter setting, familiarise yourself with all the parameters.
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Start the parameter setting software and set the parameters.
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Check if the unit has accepted the parameter settings. If necessary, read the unit again.
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Remove the USB IO-Link interface and put the unit into operation. When using a field compatible
IO-Link master (depending on the application), disconnect the unit and master from the PC and
connect to the field environment.
8.2 Parameter setting during operation
Make sure that the unit is connected to a PLC via an IO-Link-capable module (master).
Fig. 13: Connection example with PLC
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Read the unit using a suitable IO-Link software (
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Observe the operating instructions of the
respective software).
