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Connection over networkFigure C-6:
A
C
E
D
B
A. PC
B. Signal converter
C. 120-
Ω
, 1/2-watt resistors at both ends of the segment, if necessary
D. DCS or PLC
E. Transmitter, with wiring compartment and power supply compartment opened
Note
This figure shows a serial port connection. USB connections are also supported.
4. Start ProLink II.
5. Choose Connection > Connect to Device.
6. Set the connection parameters to the values configured in the transmitter.
If your transmitter has not been configured, use the default values shown here.
Default HART/RS-485 connection parametersTable C-1:
Parameter Default values
Protocol HART
Baud 1200
Parity Odd
Stop Bits 1
Address 0
Tip
If you do not know the transmitter’s RS-485 communication settings, you can connect
through the service port, which always uses default settings, or use another communications
tool to view or change the settings.
7. Set the COM Port value to the PC COM port that you are using for this connection.
8. Set Master as appropriate.
Using ProLink II with the transmitter
Configuration and Use Manual 269