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FP-1600 FieldPoint Quick Start Guide 1 Install the Network Module 1 Panel Mount DIN Rail Mount A. Unlock rail clip. A. Unlock rail clip. · Network Module · Mounting Hardware (DIN rail or panel mount.
B. Hook lip on back of module onto top of DIN rail, press down, and snap into place. B. Snap panel mount accessory (which you can order separately) onto module. Panel Mount DIN Rail Mount NOTE: Do not use spliced DIN rails. Use only a single DIN rail.
Install the T erminal Base(s) CAUTION : T erminal bases must be connected to the network module before applying power to the module. Do not connect or disconnect terminal bases while power is applied to the network module. 2 DIN Rail Mount A. Unlock rail clip.
DIN Rail Mount Panel Mount D. Repeat for each terminal base, up to nine for each network module in most cases. Y ou can use one or two extender cables (which you can order separately) if your FieldPoint bank is too long for your available space. E. Place protective cover on last base, and install rail locks at each end.
3 Install the I/O Module(s) A. Align slots on module with guide rails on base, and press onto base until terminal base’ s latch locks the module in place.
Do not use a cable longer than 100 m. If you are using a 100 Mbps Ethernet, National Instruments recommends using a Category 5 shielded twisted-pair Ethernet. If you need to build your own cable, refer to the FP-1600 User Manual for cabling details. 5 Wire Power to Y our FieldPoint System A.
CAUTION: Cascading power from neighboring bases or network modules defeats isolation between cascaded modules. 15 16 V 31 32 C V 1 3 2 C 17 18 CAUTION: Cascading power defeats isolation.
6 Connect to Field Devices Use each I/O module’ s operating instructions, or the diagram under its removable label, to help you connect your field devices.
7 Power Up Y our FieldPoint System CAUTION: T erminal bases must be connected to the FP-1600 before power is applied to the FP-1600. Plug in each power supply to your FieldPoint bank. Y ou should see all except the ST A TUS and PROCESS LEDs flash once, and the POWER LED come on and stay on.
8 Install the FieldPoint Software A. Close all other applications. If you plan to install National Instruments development software such as Lookout, LabVIEW , or Measurement Studio, install them before you install the FieldPoint software. B. Insert the FieldPoint software CD and follow the onscreen instructions.
C. In the Comm Resource Configuration dialog box, select Ethernet as the T ype . D. Click Browse , select the FP-1600, and click the Device Properties button.
E. In the FP-1600 Properties box, enter values for the IP address , Subnet mask , and Time server IP . Y ou might also want to enter a comment to help you identify the FP-1600 module.
If your modules are not listed, check the cable and connections and make sure the modules are all powered on. If you still have problems, refer to your FP-1600 user manual for troubleshooting information. I. Select an input module and click on the start monitoring button to view live data.
10 Configure I/O Modules A. Right-click on the device name in FieldPoint Explorer and select Edit this Device from the pop-up menu. B. Click on the Channel Configuration button to bring up the Channel Configuration dialog box. C. Select the type of channel to show , then select the channel(s) that you want to change.
D. Set the range and output values of the selected channel(s). E. Set the attributes for the selected channel(s) by selecting the attribute and entering the desired value. F . Send commands to the selected channel(s) by choosing a command and value and clicking on Send .
11 Where to Go from Here After you get your hardware up and running, you might want to implement features such as power -up defaults or network watchdog settings. Refer to your FP-1600 user manual or online help for information about features, configuration, application development, and troubleshooting.
FP-1600 Specifications Network interface .................... 10BaseT and 100BaseTX Ethernet Compatibility ........................ IEEE 802.3 Communications rate .................1 0 Mbps, 100 Mbps, autonegotiated Cabling distance ...................
4.31 [109.5] 3.60 [91.44] 4.22 [107.19] Mechanical Dimensions Dimensions are given in inches [millimeters]. 18 fpoint cd.qxd 11/13/00 1:24 PM Page 18.
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