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Appendix C
Using the Field Communicator with the
transmitter
Topics covered in this appendix:
•
Basic information about the Field Communicator
•
Menu maps for the Field Communicator
C.1 Basic information about the
Field Communicator
The Field Communicator is a handheld configuration and management tool that can be
used with a variety of devices, including Micro Motion transmitters. It provides complete
access to transmitter functions and data.
Field Communicator documentation
Most of the instructions in this manual assume that you are already familiar with the
Field Communicator and can perform the following tasks:
• Turn on the Field Communicator
• Navigate the Field Communicator menus
• Establish communication with HART-compatible devices
• Send configuration data to the device
• Use the alpha keys to enter information
If you are unable to perform these tasks, consult the Field Communicator manual before
attempting to use the Field Communicator. The Field Communicator manual is available
on the Micro Motion documentation CD or the Micro Motion web site
(www.micromotion.com).
Device descriptions (DDs)
In order for the Field Communicator to work with your device, the appropriate device
description (DD) must be installed. The 9739 MVD transmitter requires the following
HART device description: 9739MVD, Dev v1, DD v1.
To view the device descriptions that are installed on your Field Communicator:
1. At the HART application menu, press Utility > Available Device Descriptions.
2. Scroll the list of manufacturers and select Micro Motion, then scroll the list of installed
device descriptions.
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