Fieldbus Installation

D800003X132
August 2005
Fieldbus Installations in a
DeltaV™ Digital Automation System
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Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Chapter 1 Overview to Fieldbus Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Primary Link Master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fieldbus Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Terminators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Wiring Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Topologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Design Considerations, Restrictions, and Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cable Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Cable Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Spur Lengths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
DC Power Considerations for Simplex Power Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Selection Decisions and Trade-Offs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Geographic Distribution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Control Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Types of Field Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Recommendations for Installing a Fieldbus System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Grounding and Shielding of Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Overview to Installing the Fieldbus Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Installing the Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installing the MTL5995 Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing the Terminators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 2 Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

DC Power Considerations for IS Power Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Host Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Installing the Intrinsically Safe Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Intrinsically Safe Application Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Chapter 3 High Availability Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
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Fieldbus Power System for Redundant Fieldbus Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
DC Power Considerations for High Availability Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Short Circuit Protection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Designing an Application for Short Circuit Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Installing the Fieldbus Power System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Verifying the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Installing Megablocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
High Availability Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Chapter 4 Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

DC Power Considerations for Non-Incendive Power Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Host Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Installing the Non-Incendive Power Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Non-Incendive Application Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Application Example with two MTL9111-NI Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Application Example with one MTL9112-NI Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Appendix A Fieldbus Segment Checkout Procedure for non-IS Applications . . .67

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Checkout Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Fieldbus Segment Checkout Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Appendix B Building Field Wireable Connectors and Installing Device Gland Ca-
bles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Installing the Device Gland Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Appendix C Troubleshooting with the DeltaV System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

H1 Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
DeltaV Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Control Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Troubleshooting Common Fieldbus Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Device or Segment Error . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Transmitter is Active but No Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Valve is Active but no Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
PID Block not Communicating with AO Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
DeltaV System is not Communicating with the H1 Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
The H1 Card is not Communicating with the DeltaV System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Communication Error or Incorrect Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Low Voltage on the Segment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
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Intermittent Block Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Problems Commissioning Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Missing Values in Resource or Transducer Block. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Simulate not Working in Control Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Trouble-Shooting Q and A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Fieldbus Third Party Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
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Welcome
Welcome to the Emerson Process Management DeltaV digital automation system.
The DeltaV system offers easy-to-install hardware and powerful, user-friendly
software for advanced process control scaled to the system size you need.
About This Manual

This manual provides an overview of the fieldbus technology and presents a
simplified approach to installing and using a fieldbus system with the DeltaV
software. For complete information on the fieldbus protocol, refer to the Fieldbus
Foundation. This manual contains the following sections:
Chapter 1, Overview to Fieldbus Technology, provides general information on fieldbus
components and provides step-by-step instructions on installing an application
requiring simplex fieldbus power.
Chapter 2, Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications, provides instructions for installing
fieldbus components for applications in a hazardous area.
Chapter 3, High Availability Applications, provides information on redundant
applications and provides step-by-step instructions on installing an application
requiring redundant Series 2 H1 cards, redundant fieldbus power, and short
circuit protection for the segment.
Chapter 4, Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications, provides instructions for installing
non-incendive applications using the MTL9111-NI and the MTL9112-NI Power
Supplies.
The Appendices include a fieldbus segment checkout procedure, specifications,
and instructions for making field wireable connectors and a troubleshooting
guide.
Other sections contain recommendations for third party products and a listing of
references for additional information on the fieldbus protocol.
Refer to the DeltaV CD-ROM enclosed with your system shipment for the latest
information updates. Note that the content of this manual might be different than the
online information; use the most recently dated material. The release date for this
manual is August 2005. The Release News has important updates for DeltaV system
installation and the Installing Your DeltaV Digital Automation System manual contains
complete information on installing a DeltaV system.
Welcome vii
The phrase “Emerson Process Management recommends...” is sometimes used in
this manual in connection with products not manufactured by Emerson Process
Management. The reader should understand that this indicates only that the product
has been tested for interoperability with the DeltaV system. EMERSON PROCESS
MANAGEMENT PROVIDES NO WARRANTY OF DESIGN, MATERIAL,
WORKMANSHIP, PERFORMANCE, FITNESS, MERCHANTABILITY OR
OTHERWISE IN CONNECTION WITH SUCH PRODUCTS. Warranties for
such products may be obtained only from the applicable manufacturer.
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Assumptions
It is assumed that you have read the Site Preparation Guide for DeltaV Automation Systems
and have followed the instructions for properly preparing your site for electrical
power and grounding before installing your DeltaV System. This document is
available from your Emerson Process Management representative or sales office and,
if the DeltaV system is installed on your computer, you can access it online in the
DeltaV Books Online.
This manual, Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System, shows factory
tested and supported wiring connections. If your system requires a different
configuration, contact your Emerson Process Management representative or sales
office for help with design or review. It is assumed that all installation and
maintenance procedures described in this document are performed by qualified
personnel and that the equipment is used only for the purposes described.
Conventions
Warnings, cautions, notes and procedures are used in this manual to emphasize
important information.
Warning A warning describes a critical procedure that must be followed to prevent a

safety risk or equipment damage.
Caution A caution describes a procedure that must be followed to prevent equipment

malfunction.
Note A note is a procedure, condition, or statement that will help you understand and operate
your system.
¾ Itemizes steps necessary to execute installation procedures.
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Chapter 1 Overview to Fieldbus Technology
This document provides the information required to select components from
Emerson Process Management and from third party suppliers and to install a working
fieldbus segment. It presents a simplified approach and covers a variety of
applications.
DeltaV
Workstation
H1 Card
Fieldbus
Power Supply
H1 Fieldbus Network
Figure 1 Fieldbus Network
Overview to Fieldbus Technology 11

Several documents exist that cover the technical aspects of fieldbus in great detail. For
the purposes of this discussion, fieldbus technology allows devices from multiple
manufacturers to connect to a communications bus. The communications protocol is
designed to allow multiple devices to share information based on a schedule that is
executed by a Link Active Scheduler (LAS).
A Link Master device controls when devices access the fieldbus and executes the link
schedule which synchronizes communications with function block execution on the
fieldbus. The H1 card or any field device that supports Link Master functionality can
function as a Link Master device. Only one Link Master device can be active at a time
on the fieldbus segment. This device is called the LAS. The DeltaV system can
configure one Link Master device to function as the Primary Link Master device.
When the Primary Link Master device is attached to the fieldbus, it takes over as the
LAS. The H1 card always functions as the Primary Link Master. All other Link Master
devices are backup Link Master devices that can take over as LAS only if the Primary
Link Master device fails. One backup Link Master device is supported per fieldbus
segment. The fieldbus devices communicate on a schedule (executed by the LAS) as
required to implement the control strategy.
A key benefit of fieldbus technology is interoperability – the ability to operate
multiple devices, independent of manufacturer, in the same system, without loss of
functionality.
This document is based on the following assumptions about a fieldbus application or
installation:
Each device has an average load of 20 mA.
Devices are connected at one end of the segment and the fieldbus power supply is
connected at the other end of the segment.
Spur lengths are short – 3-5 meters.
If these assumptions are incorrect for your application, this document attempts to
provide information that will help you to resolve the issues and design a suitable
solution. For complete information on the fieldbus protocol, refer to the Fieldbus
Foundation.
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Components
The following sections describe the primary components in a fieldbus segment:
the primary link master — simplex and redundant H1 cards
fieldbus power supply
terminators
wiring components
Primary Link Master

The DeltaV H1 interface card is the starting point for the communications on a
fieldbus segment. The DeltaV system provides initialization, diagnostics, and run-
time monitoring for a fieldbus segment. Depending on the control strategy, the
DeltaV system either executes the control algorithm or, if control resides in the
fieldbus devices, displays the ongoing parameters.
The Series 2 H1 card supports redundancy. A Series 2 H1 card reports its operating
mode (simplex or redundant) to the DeltaV controller (MD controller only for Series
2 H1 in redundant mode) based on the type of terminal block on which it is installed.
When a redundant pair (an Active and a Standby Series 2 H1 card) is installed on the
Redundant H1 terminal block, it reports itself as operating in redundant mode. When
a single Series 2 H1 card is installed on the Series 2 H1 terminal block, it reports itself
as operating in simplex mode.
Redundant Series 2 H1
For redundant applications, the redundant Series 2 H1 cards ensure uninterrupted
communications between a fieldbus segment and the DeltaV system. For applications
requiring additional protection such as high availability applications, the redundant
Series 2 H1 card can be used in conjunction with redundant power and short circuit
protection. Figure 14 on page 55 shows the use of a Series 2 redundant H1 card in a
high availability application. Figure 2 shows a redundant Series 2 H1 card.

Figure 2 Redundant Series 2 H1 Card
The Series 2 H1 card requires 12 mA of fieldbus power in simplex mode and an

additional 12 mA of fieldbus power (24 mA total) in redundant mode. Be sure to
account for the additional power requirements in your segment design.
The Installing Your DeltaV Digital Automation System manual contains specifications and
wiring and pinout diagrams for the H1 card and the Series 2 H1 card (in both Simplex
and Redundant modes). In addition, the manual contains specifications and pinout
diagrams for the H1 terminal block, the Series 2 H1 terminal block, and the
Redundant H1 terminal block.
Note The H1 card is the only primary link master allowed on the fieldbus segment. The
DeltaV system supports one backup link master device on each fieldbus segment.

Fieldbus Power Supplies
The fieldbus specifications call for a power supply on the segment to provide power
to all devices that are not self-powered. A standard DC power supply connected
directly to the segment would attempt to regulate out the digital communications
between devices on the segment. To prevent this, a power supply with power
conditioning that contains a specific impedance profile must be installed between the
bulk power supply and the fieldbus segment. A fieldbus power supply provides the
required conditioning and powers the individual field devices. Fieldbus power
supplies are available for simplex, redundant, Intrinsically Safe, and non-incendive
applications. Figure 3 shows one type of fieldbus power supply.
(Front) (Back)
Figure 3 Fieldbus Power Supply
Important In addition to the conditioning requirement, neither signal on the segment can be
connected directly to ground. The power supplied to the segment must be isolated from
ground and from any other uses.
The power requirements for fieldbus devices differ, but the average is 20 mA per
device. The DeltaV system supports 16 field devices on a segment, with a maximum
of 350 mA per segment.

Simplex Power
Emerson Process Management recommends either the MTL5995 Fieldbus Power
Supply or the Relcom Fieldbus Power System Dual (FPS-DT) for applications
requiring simplex power. The MTL5995 mounts on a DIN rail and provides the
isolation from its DC input source, the power conditioner function, and a switchable
terminator in a single package. Because of the isolation supplied by the unit, it is
appropriate to connect this unit to the Bulk 24 VDC supplies used to provide bussed
field power to other DeltaV I/O products. The maximum current supplied to the
segment is 350 mA. Refer to “Installing the MTL5995 Power Supply” on page 31 for
more information.
Redundant Power
Emerson Process Management recommends the Relcom Fieldbus Power System
(FPS-Series) for applications requiring redundant power. The maximum current
supplied to the segment is 350 mA. Refer to “High Availability Applications” on page
45 for information on using redundant power in conjunction with short circuit
protection.
Intrinsically Safe Power

For FISCO (Fieldbus Intrinsically Safe COncept) IS applications, Emerson Process
Management recommends the MTL9121 IS and 9122 IS Power Supplies. The
maximum current supplied to the segment by the MTL9121 is 110 mA and the
maximum current supplied by the MTL9122 is 250 mA. Refer to “Intrinsically Safe
Fieldbus Applications” on page 37.
Non-Incendive Power
For FNICO (Fieldbus Non-Incendive COncept) applications, Emerson Process
Management recommends the MTL9111-NI and MTL9112-NI power supplies. The
maximum current supplied to the segment by the MTL9111-NI is 180 mA and the
maximum current supplied by the MTL9112-NI is 320 mA. Refer to “Non-Incendive
Fieldbus Applications” on page 57 for installation and application information.

Terminators
A fieldbus segment acts as a transmission line for data communications between the
various devices. A terminator balances the impedance at each end of a transmission
line to ensure reliable communications. The MTL5995 power supply has a terminator
that can be switched in or out. In addition, other types of terminators are available
depending upon the location and type of the power supply and the other ends of the
cable. For more information, refer to “Installing the Terminators” on page 34 and to
“Fieldbus Third Party Products” on page 103. Figure 4 shows a few examples of
different types of terminators.
Figure 4 Terminators

Wiring Components
Emerson Process Management recommends a family of connection blocks and cable
components for use in installing your fieldbus segment. These components include
quick connect junction blocks, field wireable connectors, terminators, spur guards for
short circuit protection, and gland cables that can be installed in your field devices.
These components can be used with fieldbus cable that you can purchase from
recommended suppliers. All of these devices are selected to not degrade the
communications between devices.

Topologies
A simple view of a fieldbus segment is shown below. This picture shows a bulk power
supply, fieldbus power supply, two terminators, two field devices, and a control system
interface. The fieldbus power supply provides the power required for the devices and
contains the conditioning element.
T T
Fieldbus Control
power Interface
supply
Bulk Power
Supply
In this document, the wire or cable between the two terminators is referred to as the
bus or trunk, and any connections that branch off from the bus are referred to as
spurs. In the picture, the fieldbus power supply, control system interfaces, and field
devices, are shown connected between the terminators. Any of these three devices
could be connected as spurs between the terminators or as spurs beyond the main
trunk.
There are several ways to design a fieldbus segment topology: point-to-point, chicken-
foot, daisy chain, bus (or trunk) with spurs, and tree. This document focuses on a bus
with spurs topology and takes into account the different types of wiring that are
available for fieldbus segments, wire distribution issues, length restrictions, and power
issues.
Note Daisy chaining from device to device is not recommended. The wiring strategy detailed
within this document does not lend itself to daisy-chaining from one device to the next
within the spur.
To minimize the possibility of communication problems, Emerson Process
Management recommends that the bus be a continuous run of the same type of cable.
(Fieldbus Type A cable is recommended.) Devices can be connected anywhere along
the bus, following the rules associated with spur length.

Fieldbus was designed to operate properly on a variety of existing plant wiring and it is
possible that your specific application could operate on existing runs of instrument
cable. However, as the cable length and number of devices increase, it is possible to
exceed the reliable operating margins of the fieldbus segment if you do not keep the
application-specific requirements in mind when you design the segment.
The following sections describe the restrictions on the total length of spurs on a
segment, the number of devices allowed on individual spurs, and the impact on that
individual spur’s length.
Design Considerations, Restrictions, and Limitations

There are some restrictions around cable type, cable and spur length and DC power
that you should be aware of when planning a fieldbus segment.
Cable Type
The fieldbus specifications recommend that new fieldbus Type A cable be used
whenever possible. The standard fieldbus Type A cable provides a maximum distance
of 1900 meters for a single segment. Before using any other type of cable, verify the
cable characteristics to determine its suitability and the maximum distances associated
with its use.
When upgrading a system to fieldbus devices, you can use existing instrument wiring
such as multi-conductor cable if you significantly reduce the cable length. Where it is
required, we recommend at a minimum the use of Type B cable which has multiple
twisted pairs with an overall shield. This type still provides reasonable distance at 1200
meters.
Since the DeltaV Controller and I/O can be remotely mounted, there should be
minimal need for the multi-conductor cables.
Note For new and upgrade installations, Emerson Process Management highly recommends
only new fieldbus Type A cable for the trunk and spurs.

At a minimum, use new fieldbus Type A cable for all bus portions of the segment, and
use existing field wiring only for spurs of short length. Table 1 provides information
on fieldbus Type A cable.
Table 1Specifications for Fieldbus Type A Cable
Item Specification
Cable SP50 fieldbus Type A 18 GA

1 twisted pair with foil shield and stranded
drain wire tinned stranded conductors 105 C
Approvals UL CSA or C(UL)
Max Distance Meters/ 1900/(6270)

(Feet)
Characteristic impedance 100
Resistance Ohms/km 22
Attenuation db/km 3 attenuation @ 39K Hz
For further information on types of cable, distances, and other specifications, contact
the Fieldbus Foundation or a fieldbus consultant.
Cable Lengths
The length of the cable is calculated as the overall length of the main bus cable plus
the length of all of the spur cables. This document assumes short spur lengths of 3-5
meters and the calculation for the main bus should be sufficient in many cases. If you
are using longer spur cables, include their length in the overall calculation. Refer to the
next section for more information on spur length.
Spur Lengths
A spur is a drop off of the main bus (the cable between the two terminators).
(Figure 5 on page 29 shows a fieldbus installation with several spurs.) If you have a
choice about spur length, shorter is better. The total spur length is limited according
to the total number of devices on the segment. The wiring components do not lend
themselves to daisy chaining within spurs. If you decide to install more than one
device per spur, refer to Table 2 for more information on the recommended spur
length based on the number of devices.

If any fieldbus devices require ground connections, you should minimize the spur
length to avoid creating a ground loop between field devices. Such a loop might not
impact the communications on the bus, but will provide a path for unexpected
current flow, and should be avoided if possible.
Table 2 Recommended Spur Length
Number of Devices Maximum Total Spur Length in Meters

on the Segment
One Device Two devices Three devices

per spur per spur per spur
1-12 120 90 60
13 or 14 90 60 30
15 or 16 60 30 1

DC Power Considerations for Simplex Power Applications
The following sections assume the use of an MTL5995 fieldbus power supply. Visit
the DeltaV website (www.easydeltav.com) and follow the links to MTL for additional
information on MTL products.
Table 3 shows DC power information for fieldbus Type A cable.
Table 3 DC Power Information for Type A Cable
Cable Type Max power budget at Max cable length at max

specified max length (1900 power budget
meters)
Fieldbus (Type A) 120 mA @ Vo=19 VDC 650 Meters @ 350 mA

18 GA
The available current to power a field device depends on the length and resistance
characteristics of the fieldbus cable. Table 4 shows the maximum distance in meters
for a given load on the MTL5995 fieldbus power supply for an H1 card, a Series 2 H1
card operating in simplex mode, and a Series 2 H1 card operating in redundant
mode. The following assumptions are made:
Power Supply Voltage = 19 VDC @ 350 mA
Minimum Device Voltage = 9 VDC
Maximum Voltage drop from cable = 10 VDC
Each device has average load of 20 mA
Cable Resistance (Type A) = 22 Ohms/km x 2 (loop) = 44 Ohms/ km
Devices are connected at one end of the cable and the fieldbus power supply is
connected on the other end of the cable.
Maximum Distance (km) = (Allowed Loop V drop / Loop current) / Loop
resistance per km
There will be different restrictions and limitations on your segment if these
assumptions do not hold for your segment layout. If your devices average more than
20 mA per device, reduce the maximum cable length indicated in the table for that
number of devices or reduce the number of devices on that segment.
Note Refer to the device documentation for information on current requirements for the device.

When referring to Table 4, remember that the H1 card requires no fieldbus power; the
Series 2 H1 card requires 12 mA of fieldbus power in simplex mode, and an
additional 12 mA of fieldbus power (24 mA total) in redundant mode.
Table 4 Distance per Load on Simplex Power Supply (MTL5995)
Number of field Power Supply Load (mA) Maximum Distance

devices (meters)
H1 Series 2 H1 Series 2 H1
Simplex Redundant
1 20 32 44 1900
2 40 52 64 1900
3 60 72 84 1900
4 80 92 104 1900
5 100 112 124 1900
6 120 132 144 1894
7 140 152 164 1623
8 160 172 184 1420
9 180 192 204 1262
10 200 212 224 1136
11 220 232 244 1033
12 240 252 264 946
13 260 272 284 874
14 280 292 304 811
15 300 312 324 757
16 320 332 344 710
16 340 exceeds 350 mA exceeds 350 mA 668

limit limit
16 350 exceeds 350 mA exceeds 350 mA 650

limit limit

The following two examples show how to calculate maximum distance per number of
devices. Remember to allow for the additional fieldbus power requirements of 12 mA
for the Series 2 cards: (12 mA in simplex mode and 24 mA total in redundant mode).
The additional load does not cause a reduction in the maximum cable length because
the Series 2 H1 card is close to the power supply.
Example 1
The following example calculates the maximum distance for 10 devices with a loop
current of 200 mA:
Maximum Distance (km) = (10 Volts /.200 Amps) / (44 Ohms/km) = 1.136 km = 1136 meters
As Table 4 shows, the maximum distance for 10 devices at 200 mA is 1136 meters.
Example 2
This example uses a more detailed calculation to determine if a segment with 7
devices at.6 km from the power supply and 6 devices at 1 km from the power supply is
allowed.
0 .6 km 1.0 km
Fieldbus 7 Devices 6 Devices

Power Supply
As Table 4 shows, 13 devices are limited to 874 meters maximum which is less than
the 1 km needed. Calculate the sum of the individual voltage drops for a more detailed
analysis. Total voltage drop must be less than the 10 Volts maximum.
Vdrop = Load Current X Loop Resistance
1. Calculate the voltage drop for 13 devices across .6 km

260 A x 44 ohms/km x .6 km = 6.864 Volts.
2. Calculate the additional voltage drop for the 6 devices across .4 km

.12 A x 44 ohms/km x.4 km = 2.112 Volts.
3. Determine the total voltage drop

6.864 Volts + 2.112 Volts = 8.976 Volts < 10 Volts allowed
Calculating the voltage drop shows that 1 km is an allowed length for the 13 device
segment.

Selection Decisions and Trade-Offs
The plan and design of the individual segments depend upon several criteria. Some of
the things that need to be taken into account are:
Geographic distribution of the field devices
Control strategy
Types of field devices
Geographic Distribution
Generally speaking, you can connect a maximum of 16 field devices plus one H1 card
(simplex or redundant) to a fieldbus segment. Geographic distribution of the fieldbus
devices can reduce the number of devices when the length of the cable exceeds 650
meters, as shown in Table 2 and Table 4.
Control Strategy
When you design your control strategy, consider loop execution rates and pre and
post processing calculations. No more than 64 field function blocks can be assigned
to any H1 card. An H1 card can support two independent fieldbus segments. Refer to
Books Online for more information on designing a control strategy that uses fieldbus.
Types of Field Devices

You should verify that the field devices you intend to connect to the segment are
supported by the DeltaV system, account for increased power if they draw more than
the assumed 20 mA from the bus, and ensure that the number of function blocks fit
within the H1 card’s capabilities.

Recommendations for Installing a Fieldbus System
This section provides recommendations for installing the system, a brief description
of the steps required, and includes detailed instructions and diagrams for installation.
Warning This installation procedure contains steps that are to be performed in non-
hazardous or safe locations only. For installations in hazardous locations,
follow your plant's procedures to make the area safe during installation.
Note It is highly recommended that you follow the segment checkout procedure in
Appendix A prior to system startup.
Tools
Installing fieldbus devices and segments is similar to installing other types of devices
or products. Many of the standard electrical tools are required for the installation.
However fieldbus is also a communications network. In addition to the standard
electrical tools (voltmeter, wire cutter, wire stripper, pliers, and screwdrivers) you will
need the following tools for troubleshooting communications networks:
Fluke 123 Digital Scope Meter or equivalent scope with resistance, DC voltage,
and capacitance measurement capability. (Some capacitance meters measure
components only and may not provide the expected results when measuring a
complete segment.)
Grounding and Shielding of Cable
Important Fieldbus segments should never have either conductor grounded. The shield for the
segment wiring should be continuous, and connected to ground in only one place – the
shield bar beneath the H1 card. Making more than one connection to ground can cause
a ground loop to form and the unexpected current flow could disrupt communications.

Overview to Installing the Fieldbus Network
This section lists the basic steps for installing a fieldbus network using simplex power.
Refer to the following sections for more detailed installation information. For
information on installing Intrinsically Safe applications, refer to “Intrinsically Safe
Fieldbus Applications” on page 37, for information on installing redundant fieldbus
power applications, refer to “High Availability Applications” on page 45, for
information on installing non-incendive applications, refer to “Application Example
with two MTL9111-NI Power Supplies” on page 63.
¾ To install the fieldbus network
Refer to Figure 5.
1. Route the fieldbus cable, install both terminators, make any field wireable
connectors, and install all gland cable adapters.
Refer to the following sections for installation details and refer to “Building Field
Wireable Connectors and Installing Device Gland Cables” on page 75 for
information on making field wireable minifast connectors.
2. Perform the installation checkout in Appendix A.
3. Install the card(s), connect the H1 Interface card or the Series 2 H1 card(s) to the
segment, and enable the appropriate ports.
Remember to allow for 12 mA of fieldbus power for the Series 2 cards: (12 mA in
simplex mode and 24 mA total in redundant mode).
4. If the devices have previously had their tags assigned, connect all the devices to
the segment, and commission the devices, following the instructions in the
DeltaV Explorer online help.
or
5. If the devices have not had their tags assigned, connect field devices to the
segment one at a time, and verify that each device appears in the de-
commissioned devices list for the port. Follow the instructions in the DeltaV
Explorer online help to commission the devices. (Without knowing the device
ID, it is difficult to determine which device you are attempting to commission if
you connect several devices of the same type to the segment at the same time.)

Control Room Equipment
H1 Fieldbus Power Supply

with Terminator In
1 Spurs Fieldbus 1
Junction Block Cable
Main Run 1
1 Spurs Junction Block

Fieldbus
Devices
Terminator
Note:
1 Use fieldbus cable
for main run and spurs.
Figure 5 Installation Overview

Installing the Cable
Refer to Figure 6 and to “Fieldbus Segment Checkout Procedure for non-IS
Applications” on page 67 after installing the cable to ensure that the cable is correctly
installed and that the segment is properly grounded, powered, and isolated.
¾ To install the cable
1. Wire the segment paying close attention to the signal wiring positive (+) and
negative (-) connections.
2. Check the ground isolation between the shield and ground connection before
you connect the shield ground wire to the ground bar.
Series 2 H1 card
DC Input
13 (-) 14 (+)
Shield Bar
on Carrier
12 (+)
11 (-)
10 (Shield)
DC Input
+ - 9 (+)
8 (-)
7 (Shield)
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fieldbus
Power Fieldbus
Supply Junction
Block
Port Port
1 2
Input Terminator
Figure 6 Cable Installation for Series 2 H1

Installing the MTL5995 Power Supply
The MTL5995 Power Supply installs on a DIN Rail and is powered by a typical 24
VDC power supply. The MTL5995 connects to the segment wiring to provide
simplex power to the fieldbus field devices that are not self-powered. There are two 3
pin connectors on the front of the supply for connection to the segment and one 2
pin connector on the side of the supply for 24 VDC input power. Refer to Figure 6 for
a picture of the MTL5995 power supply.
Follow these guidelines when installing the MTL5995 power supply:
Segregate wiring. Ensure that the wiring between the 24 VDC power supply and
the MTL5995 is not bundled with heavy duty power cable.
Power the MTL5995 from a locally installed 24 VDC power supply.
¾ To install the power supply
1. Strip the cable and wire to the dimensions shown in the following figure. (If you
are using ferrules on the wire, see the important note below.)
2. Connect the DC input positive (+) to pin 14.
3. Connect the DC input negative (-) to pin 13.
4. Connect the segment positive (+) wires to pins 9 or 12

5. Connect the segment negative (-) wires to pins 8 or 11.
6. Terminate the shield ground wires at the segment contacts pins 7 or 10.
7. Connect the shield ground wires to ground at only one point – usually at the H1
card.
Important If using ferrules on the wires, use ferrules with a 5/8 inch uninsulated shaft to prevent
the ferrule insulator from interferring with the connectors.

Note Mount the MTL5995 vertically with the screened label to the left when facing the unit.
Leave a one inch gap between power supplies for air flow if installing multiple fieldbus
power supplies.
The power supply has two switches on the back side of the unit (DIN Rail Side) as
shown in Figure 7.
Switch 1 - Dual Redundancy Switch. – Normal Mode only (left position).
The Dual Redundancy Switch is only supported in Normal Mode. (For versions
of the power supply where this switch is labeled “Not Used”, either position is
acceptable.)
Switch 2 - Terminator Switch. – Terminator OUT is left position and Terminator
IN is right position.
For most applications, the Terminator Switch should be in the IN position.
Termination
In
Normal
Run
Termination
Out
Figure 7 Terminators on Back of Power Supply
The segment layout will determine the location of the terminators and if the internal
terminator on the power supply will be used.

Warning In any hazardous area installation it is important to read and follow the device
manufacturer's design and installation documents. Failure to follow the
documentation could result in an unapproved and unsafe application.
Additionally, in hazardous locations follow your plant's procedures for making
the area safe during installation and maintenance operations.

Installing the Terminators
Once the segment layout is determined, a terminator must be used at both the power
supply side and the field side of the main bus cable. (Remember that spur cables are
not part of the main bus and are normally not considered in the placement of the
terminators.)
Table 5 provides information about terminator usage at the power supply side of the
main bus cable.
Table 5 Terminator Usage at the Power Supply Side
Power Supply Terminator
MTL9121 IS and MTL9122 IS Use the permanently connected internal

terminator on the power supplies. Refer to
“Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications”
on page 37 for information on the
MTL9121 and 9122 IS internal
terminators.
MTL5995 Use the switchable internal terminator on

the power supplies. Refer to “Installing the
MTL5995 Power Supply” on page 31 for
information on the MTL5995 terminators.
MTL9111-NI and MTL9112-NI Use the permanently connected internal

terminator on the power supplies. Refer to
“Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications” on
page 57 for information on the MTL9111
and 9112-NI internal terminators.
Relcom Fieldbus Power System Use the permanently connected internal

terminator on the power supply. Refer to
“Fieldbus Power System for Redundant
Fieldbus Power” on page 45 for
information on the Relcom internal
terminator.

Table 6 provides information about terminator usage at the field side of the main bus
cable.
Table 6 Terminator Usage at the Field Side
Field Side Terminator
Junction block Use the junction block terminator at the

junction block.
Megablock Use the Relcom FCS-MBT Fieldbus

Terminator. Refer to the Relcom
documentation and/or visit the DeltaV
website (www.easydeltav.com) and follow
the links to Relcom for information on this
terminator.
Other Use the Relcom FCS-MBT Fieldbus

Terminator or a DIN Rail mounted
terminator. (The connections on the DIN-
rail mounted terminator are the L+ and L-
connections which are either sets C & D or
E & F.)

Chapter 2 Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications
For FISCO (Fieldbus Intrinsically Safe COncept) IS applications, Emerson Process
Management recommends the MTL9121 IS and the MTL9122 IS Power Supplies to
power field devices in hazardous areas. The MTL9121 IS power supply can power up
to five (5) 20 mA devices in Gas Group IIC and the MTL9122 IS power supply can
power up to twelve (12), 20 mA devices in Gas Group IIB. Ensure that the fieldbus
devices and all components used in the application are rated and certified for IS
applications in these Gas Groups. With the exception of the IS power supplies, many
fieldbus components (H1 card, terminators, and wiring components) are the same for
IS and non-IS installations.
The MTL9122 IS and 9121 IS power supplies have a host side terminator switch and
a host side power switch on the front of the unit. The terminator on the IS side is
permanently connected. Both power supplies are fieldbus repeater power supplies
that repeat the fieldbus signal from the field to the host and power both the fieldbus
segment and the host.
This chapter addresses FISCO IS applications with devices in Class I Division 1 or
Zone 1 EExib locations. If a field device in your application is not certified for FISCO
IS, an MTL Fieldbus Entity Spur Adapter can be used. Similarly, if a field device in
your application is located in a Zone 0 Hazardous area, an MTL Fieldbus IS EExia
Spur Adapter can be used.
Refer to the MTL documentation and/or visit the DeltaV website
(www.easydeltav.com) and follow the links to MTL for additional information on their
products.
Note The Series 2 H1 card requires a power supply for each port in IS applications. The
MTL9121 and 9122 IS Power Supplies can provide this power.
Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications 37

DC Power Considerations for IS Power Applications
characteristics of the fieldbus cable. Table 7 shows the maximum distances in meters
for a given load on the 9121 IS power supply and Table 8 shows the same information
for the 9122 IS power supply. The following assumptions are made:
MTL9121 IS Power Supply voltage is 12 VDC at 110 mA at 0º C
MTL9122 IS Power Supply Voltage is 12.8 VDC at 250 mA at 0º C
Minimum Device Voltage = 9.5 VDC (.5V device margin)
Each device has an average load of 20 mA
Fieldbus Type A 18 GA cable @ 22 ohms/km is used
Devices are connected on one end of the cable and the fieldbus power supply is
connected on the other end of the cable
resistance per km
Table 7 Distance per Load on 9121 IS Power Supply
Number of field Power Supply Load Maximum

devices (mA) Distance
(meters)
1 20 1000
2 40 1000
3 60 940
4 80 710
5 100 560
5 110 510

Table 8 Distance per Load on 9122 IS Power Supply
Number of field Power Supply Load Maximum Distance

devices (mA) (meters)
1 20 1900
2 40 1870
3 60 1250
4 80 930
5 100 750
6 120 620
7 140 530
8 160 460
9 180 410
10 200 370
11 220 340
12 240 310
12 250 300
Host Power
Both the MTL9121 IS and 9122 IS power supplies can provide power to the host in
the safe area. The supplies are rated at 30 mA and are capable of providing host power
for either the simplex or redundant Series 2 H1 cards. The distance between the host
and the IS power supply can exceed 1000 meters.

Installing the Intrinsically Safe Power Supplies
The MTL9121 and 9122 Intrinsically Safe power supplies install on a DIN Rail and
are powered by a typical bulk 24 VDC power supply. The IS power supplies connect
to the segment wiring to power the fieldbus devices that are not self-powered. On the
top of each supply is a 3 pin connector for connection to the safe area host fieldbus
and a 3 pin connector for connection to the safe area 24 V power. On the bottom of
each supply is a 3 pin connector for connection to the IS area. The following figure
shows the connectors.
Power Host
+1 -2 +3 -4 S
5 6
+
Host Pwr
T On
Host
Safe
Area
Power Supply - IIB
Pwr
IS
Fault
Host T
IS
9122-IS
Hazardous
Area
7 8 9
+ S -
IS
Figure 8 Connectors on the MTL 9122 IS Power Supply

Note The hazardous area wiring must remain separated from the safe area wiring. This
includes the shield drain wires as they must be separate wires all the way to the ground
connection.
¾ To wire the safe area
The 24 VDC power input and host connectors are on the top of the power supply.
1. Connect the primary power supply positive (+) wire to pin 1.
2. Connect the primary power negative (-) 24 V return to pin 2.
3. Connect a secondary power supply positive (optional) (+) wire to pin 3.

If using a primary and secondary 24 VDC power supply, be sure to connect the power
supply returns together.
4. Connect the host segment negative (-) to pin 4.
5. Connect the host segment shield to pin 5.

6. Connect the host segment positive (+) to pin 6.
¾ To wire the hazardous area
The IS connector is on the bottom of the power supply.

1. Connect the IS area fieldbus segment positive (+) wire to pin 7.
2. Connect the IS area fieldbus segment shield (S) wire to pin 8 and to a shield
ground connection.
3. Connect the IS area fieldbus segment negative (-) wire to pin 9.
Switches
The power supplies have a switchable host side terminator and host power switch.
(The field side terminator is permanently connected.)
Host terminator ON is the upper position; host terminator OFF is the lower
position
Host power ON is the upper position; host power OFF is the lower position

Host Pwr
T On
Host
Figure 9 Terminator and Power Switches
The segment layout determines the location of the terminator and if the switchable
terminator on the power supply is used. Be sure that two terminators are on the host
side and two terminators are on the fieldbus side of each power supply. Similarly, the
use of the switchable power capability is dependent upon the needs of the particular
IS application. The Series 2 H1 card requires power; therefore, the host power switch
should be ON. If more than one IS power supply is connected to the same segment
(as in Figure 10), host power should be provided by one unit only. Be sure the
additional unit’s host power switches are in the OFF position.

Intrinsically Safe Application Example
The following figure shows an IS application that allows up to 16 devices on the
segment. The maximum cable length on the MTL9122 portion of the segment is 1900
meters and the maximum total cable length per segment is 1900 meters.
H1 H1 Redundant
Series 2
H1 cards
Terminator
MB8
Red Megablock
24 V Carrier
power shield bar
supply
Ground
+ -
Surge
protection
Shielded ground
24 V pair with
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+ drain wire
Host Pwr Host Pwr Host Pwr

T
Host
On T=ON T
Host
On T=ON T
Host
On T=ON
HP=ON HP=OFF HP=ON Terminator
MB8
Power Supply - IIB Power Supply - IIB Power Supply - IIB Megablock
Pwr Pwr Pwr

IS IS IS
Fault Fault Fault
Host T Host T Host T
IS IS IS
9122-IS 9122-IS 9122-IS
Surge
7 8 9
-
7 8 9
-
7
+
8 9
-
protection
+ S + S S
ground
Port 1 Port 2
0.4 Km cable
Figure 10 16 IS Devices on a Segment
Note Ensure that all components are rated and certified for IS applications.

Chapter 3 High Availability Applications
This chapter provides information about fieldbus applications that require high
availability. A high availability application includes a redundant Series 2 H1 card and
redundant power. In addition, a high availability application might include short
circuit protection for the segment. Refer to the Relcom documentation and/or visit
the DeltaV website (www.easydeltav.com) and follow the links to Relcom for
additional information on their products.
Fieldbus Power System for Redundant Fieldbus Power

Emerson Process Management recommends the Relcom Fieldbus Power System
(FPS-I) for applications requiring redundant power. The FPS-I connects to one or
two +24 VDC input power supplies and provides redundant fieldbus power to a
single fieldbus segment. A single FPS-I consists of:
A Redundant Coupler (RC)
Two isolated fieldbus power modules (IPMs)
Table 9 shows the FPS-I specifications.
Table 9 Fieldbus Power System Specifications
FPS-I Specification
Input voltage 24 VDC (18-30 VDC)
Fieldbus output current 350 mA @ 25-28 VDC
Maximum power dissipation 4.5 W max @ rated output
Dimensions 4.9 cm. x 10.1 cm. x 13.3 cm. (1.95 in. x 4 in.
x 5.25 in.)
Operating temperature range -40 to 65 º C
Alarm contact rating 1 A max @ 30 VDC max
High Availability Applications 45

H1 Connection
Redundant Coupler
S
Terminator
FPS-RCI
A1 A2
Alarm Alarm Pins
24 V A A Jumper
Power In Connection
24 V B B
Isolated
IPM IPM Power
Modules
Fieldbus
Segment
Connection
Fieldbus
Figure 11 Fieldbus Power System
The FPS-I consists of two isolated power modules (IPM) that plug into each
Redundant Coupler (RC). The IPMs are removable under power. The RCs are
mounted on a DIN rail. One RC is used for each fieldbus segment. RCs can be
connected together with pre-made jumpers to add additional fieldbus segments as
shown in Figure 12. One fieldbus terminator is built into each RC. (Remember that
each segment must have two terminators.)
Refer to Figure 11. Each RC has:
Two, 3-position pluggable connectors. One connector is intended for the H1
(host) and the other for the fieldbus segment.
A 6-position wiring connector for two nominal 24 VDC input power sources and
an alarm circuit. When the FPS-I is powered and functioning within its

specifications, the alarm circuit provides a closed contact circuit. A failure in
either input power supply, either IPM, or an over-current or short on any fieldbus
output, opens the alarm circuit. The alarm circuit is galvanically isolated from the
fieldbus segments and input power supplies. Connect the alarm pins together to
complete the circuit. When using multiple Fieldbus Power Systems, connect
together the last alarm pins in the group as shown in Figure 12.
Figure 12 shows multiple Fieldbus Power Systems connected together with pre-made
jumpers. To add RCs without removing power to the other units when using multiple
Fieldbus Power Systems, wire the two power sources to both ends of the group.
H1 Connections Jumper Connections

S S S
FPS-RCI FPS-RCI FPS-RCI

Last Alarm
A1 A2
A1 A2
Alarm Pins
24 V A A A A
24 V A
Power In Power In Power In
24 V B B B B 24 V B
IPM IPM IPM IPM IPM IPM
Fieldbus Fieldbus Fieldbus
S S S
Fieldbus Segment Connections
Figure 12 Multiple Fieldbus Power Systems
Refer to ‘Installing the Fieldbus Power System” on page 52 for installation

information.

DC Power Considerations for High Availability Applications
The available power to a field device depends on the length and resistance
characteristics of the fieldbus cable. The formula for the calculations in Table 10 on
page 49, which shows the maximum distance for a given load on the Fieldbus Power
System, are based on the following assumptions:
Power Supply Voltage = 25.0 VDC @ 350 mA
Minimum Device Voltage = 9 VDC
Maximum Voltage drop from cable = 16.0 VDC
Devices are connected on one end of the cable and the Fieldbus Power System is
resistance per km
number of devices or reduce the number of devices on the segment. Refer to the
device documentation for information on current requirements for the device.
When referring to Table 10, remember that the H1 card requires no fieldbus power;
the Series 2 H1 card requires 12 mA of fieldbus power in simplex mode, and an
additional 12 mA of fieldbus power (24 mA total) in redundant mode.

.
Table 10 Distance per Load on the Fieldbus Power System
Number of Power Supply Load (mA) Maximum Distance

field devices (meters)
H1 Series 2 H1 Series 2 H1
Simplex Redundant
1 20 32 44 1900
2 40 52 64 1900
3 60 72 84 1900
4 80 92 104 1900
5 100 112 124 1900
6 120 132 144 1900
7 140 152 164 1900
8 160 172 184 1900
9 180 192 204 1900
10 200 212 224 1900
11 220 232 244 1652
12 240 252 264 1515
13 260 272 284 1398
14 280 292 304 1298
15 300 312 324 1212
16 320 332 344 1136
16 340 exceeds exceeds 1069

350 mA limit 350 mA limit
16 350 exceeds exceeds 1038

350 mA limit 350 mA limit

Short Circuit Protection
Emerson Process Management recommends the Relcom Megablock (FCS-MB4- SG
for 4 devices and MB8-SG for 8 devices) for short circuit protection on the segment.
The Megablocks connect field devices to the fieldbus segment cable and provide
short circuit protection to the segment. We recommend that you use the Megablocks
in conjunction with the Relcom FCS-MBT Fieldbus Terminator with Surge
Protection for the additional advantage of surge protection on the segment. Figure 13
shows an FCS-MB8- SG for eight devices. The Megablock mounts on a DIN rail and
requires a connection to a terminator (+, -, and S) from one of the trunk connectors.
To connect multiple Megablocks together, use a short jumper cable between the trunk
connectors on the Megablocks.
S S S S S
8
6
5
4
FCS-MB8-SG
Power
Trunk Trunk
S S S S S
Figure 13 Megablock Spur Guard for 8 Devices

Designing an Application for Short Circuit Protection
When designing an application that uses a Megablock for short circuit protection,
allow an additional 60 mA in the design to give the power supply the additional
current capability to support a short circuit in one device (should it occur) and
continue to power the segment without interruption. Normally a 0.5 voltage drop
(assuming a 20 mA device) occurs across the Megablock to the device. An additional
voltage drop occurs during a short circuit condition. To prevent devices from
dropping off the segment because of reduced voltage, be sure that the application
design allows for the voltage drop in both the normal and short circuit condition. Use
the following calculation to calculate the short circuit voltage drop to the farthest
device:
.060A X (44 ohms/km) X distance in km
The following example calculates the voltage drops on.5 km segment to the farthest
device:
Normal voltage drop = 0.5 Volts
Short circuit voltage drop =.060A X (44 ohms/km) X.5 km = 1.32 Volts
Total voltage drop = normal voltage drop + short circuit voltage drop = 1.82 volts.
This calculation is based on a design that allows for one short circuit in a running
segment. For example, a situation in which an inadvertent shorting of a device occurs
during routine replacement on an operating system. The calculation does not allow
for multiple short circuit conditions in a new installation that has not been verified
with the segment checkout procedure.

Installing the Fieldbus Power System
¾ To install the Redundant Coupler and connectors
1. Attach the top latch of the Redundant Coupler onto the DIN rail and push the
unit into place.
2. Plug the IPMs, H1 connector, fieldbus segment connector, and the input power/
alarm circuit connector into the Redundant Coupler.
¾ To connect the Fieldbus Power System (FPS-I)
Refer to Figure 11.
1. Connect the primary 24 VDC input positive (+) to the 24 V A + terminal and the
primary 24 VDC input negative (-) to the 24 V A - terminal.
2. Connect the secondary 24 VDC input positive (+) to the 24 V B + terminal and
the secondary 24 VDC input negative (-) to the 24 V B - terminal.
3. For a single unit, connect the alarm wires and short the alarm pins on the
opposite side of the fieldbus power system.
4. Connect the segment positive (+) wire to the fieldbus segment + and the
segment negative (-) wire to the fieldbus segment -.
5. Connect the segment shield wire (S) to the fieldbus segment S.
6. Install a terminator at the end of the segment.

7. Connect the H1 card positive wire (+) to the H1 + and the H1 card negative
wire (-) to the H1 -.
8. Connect the H1 card shield wire (S) to the H1 S.
Note Ground the shield at only one point — usually at the H1 card on the shield ground bar.

¾ To connect additional Fieldbus Power Systems
Refer to Figure 12.
1. Install the second Redundant Coupler (RC 2) onto the DIN Rail next to RC 1 and
plug in the IPMs, H1 connector, and fieldbus segment connector.
2. Insert one end of the pre-made jumper into the right-hand side power and alarm
wiring connector on RC1 and the other end into the left-hand side power and
alarm wiring connector on RC 2.
3. Connect the segment wiring and H1 cards.
4. Follow steps 1-3 for each additional RC.
5. Connect the last alarm pins in the group together to complete the circuit.
Verifying the Installation

Use the segment checkout procedure on page 67 and first measure resistance,
capacitance, DC voltage, and the AC waveform (steps 1, 2, 4, and 5) with only one of
the IPMs installed. Then, measure DC voltage and the AC waveform (steps 4 and 5)
again with both IPMs installed. Verify that the measured DC voltage allows for the
additional voltage drop if a short circuit should occur.
Installing Megablocks
Refer to Figure 13.
¾ To install and connect a Megablock
Notice that the Trunk connectors are black and the spur connectors for the devices
are gray.
1. Attach the top latch of the Megablock onto the DIN rail and push the unit into
place.
2. For the Trunk connector (black): connect the positive (+) segment wire to the
positive, connect the negative (-) segment wire to the negative, and connect the
segment shield (S) to the S.

3. For each device connector (gray): connect the positive (+) spur wire to the
positive, connect the negative (-) spur wire to the negative, and connect the
shield wire (S) to the S.
4. Connect a terminator (Relcom FCS-MBT) to a Trunk connector at the end of

the segment.
5. Connect the other end of the terminator to a ground connection. Use a wire
properly sized to reduce the risk of a surge affecting the segment.
To connect multiple Megablocks, use a short jumper cable and connect the
unconnected Trunk on the first Megablock to the first Trunk on the second
Megablock. Be sure to connect a terminator to a Trunk connector at the end of the
segment.
High Availability Application Examples

Figure 14 shows an application that uses a redundant pair of Series 2 H1 cards with
redundant fieldbus power for both segments and short circuit protection for devices.
If a failure occurs on an H1 card, a 24 V power supply, or a fieldbus power supply, the
segments continue to operate as expected. A status indication on connected alarms
alerts the operator that an error has occurred. It is assumed that the application design
follows the criteria specified in ‘Designing an Application for Short Circuit
Protection” on page 51. Therefore, if a short occurs when a device is installed or
removed from the segment, only that device is affected; the rest of the segment is
unchanged.

Redundant
Series 2 H1
Cards H1 H1
Devices
Carrier
Shield Bar
Shielded Pair
MB8-SG
with Drain
Wire GND Megablock
Fieldbus
Power Supplies
Alarm
Contacts
Port 1 Port 2 Primary
24 V DC
Devices
Primary s s
24 V DC Secondary
24 V DC
Secondary
24 V DC IPM IPM IPM IPM
Terminator
MB8-SG
Megablock
Port 1 Port 2
Surge
0.5 km Cable Protection
Gnd
Figure 14 High Availability Application Example

Chapter 4 Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications
For conventional Non-Incendive and FNICO (Fieldbus Non-Incendive COncept)
applications, Emerson Process Management recommends the MTL9111-NI and the
MTL9112-NI Power Supplies to power field devices in Zone 2 / Division 2
hazardous areas. The MTL9111-NI power supply can power up to nine (9) 20 mA
devices in Gas Group IIC/Groups A-D and the MTL9112-NI power supply can
power up to sixteen (16), 20 mA devices in Gas Group IIB/Groups C and D. Ensure
that the fieldbus devices and all components used in the application are rated and
certified for Non-Incendive applications in these Gas Groups. With the exception of
NI power supplies, many fieldbus components (H1 card, terminators, and wiring
components) are the same for Non-Incendive installations and other types of fieldbus
installations.
The MTL9111-NI and 9112-NI power supplies can be used in either of the following
applications:
Conventional Non-Incendive circuits. For Non-Incendive/ExnL applications in
which the wiring is energy limited; cable parameters must be considered.
FNICO circuits in which cable parameter calculations are not required. FNICO is
similar to FISCO and is described in MTL Application Note AN9027.
The MTL9111-NI and 9112-NI power supplies have a host side terminator switch
and a host side power switch on the front of the unit. The terminator on the field side
is permanently connected. Both power supplies are fieldbus repeater power supplies
that repeat the fieldbus signal from the field to the host and power both the fieldbus
segment and the host.
Refer to the MTL documentation and/or visit the DeltaV website
(www.easydeltav.com) and follow the links to MTL for additional information on their
products.
Note The Series 2 H1 card requires a power supply for each port in Non-Incendive
applications. The MTL9111-NI and 9112-NI Power Supplies can provide this
power.
Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications 57

DC Power Considerations for Non-Incendive Power
Applications
characteristics of the fieldbus cable. Table 11 shows the maximum distances in meters
for a given load on the 9111-NI power supply and Table 12 shows the same
information for the 9112-NI power supply. The following assumptions are made:
MTL9111-NI Power Supply voltage is 12 VDC at 180 mA at 0º C
MTL9112-NI Power Supply Voltage is 12.8 VDC at 320 mA at 0º C
Minimum Device Voltage = 9.5 VDC (.5V device margin)
Devices are connected on one end of the cable and the fieldbus power supply is
resistance per km
Table 11 Distance per Load on 9111-NI Power Supply
Number of field Power Supply Load Maximum

devices (mA) Distance
(meters)
1 20 1000
2 40 1000
3 60 940
4 80 710
5 100 560
6 120 470
7 140 400
8 160 350
9 180 310

Table 12 Distance per Load on the 9112-NI Power Supply
Number of field Power Supply Load Maximum Distance

devices (mA) (meters)
1 20 1900
2 40 1870
3 60 1250
4 80 930
5 100 750
6 120 620
7 140 530
8 160 460
9 180 410
10 200 370
11 220 340
12 240 310
13 260 280
14 280 260
15 300 250
16 320 230

Host Power
Both the MTL9111-NI and 9112-NI power supplies can provide power to the host in
the safe area. The supplies are rated at 30 mA and are capable of providing host power
for either the simplex or redundant Series 2 H1 cards. The distance between the host
and the NI power supply can exceed 1000 meters.
Installing the Non-Incendive Power Supplies

The MTL9111-NI and 9112-NI power supplies install on a DIN Rail and are powered
by a typical bulk 24 VDC power supply. The power supplies connect to the segment
wiring to power the fieldbus devices that are not self-powered. On the top of each
supply is a 3 pin connector for connection to the safe area host fieldbus and a 3 pin
connector for connection to the safe area 24 V power. On the bottom of each supply
is a 3 pin connector for connection to the NI area. The following figure shows the
connectors.

Power Host
+1 -2 +3 -4 S
5 6
+
Host Pwr
T On
Host
Safe
Area
Power Supply - IIB
Pwr
NI
Fault
Host T
IS
9111-NI
Hazardous
Area
7 8 9
+ S -
NI
Figure 15 Connectors on the MTL 9111 and 9112-NI Power Supplies
Note The hazardous area wiring must remain separated from the safe area wiring. This
includes the shield drain wires as they must be separate wires all the way to the ground
connection.

¾ To wire the safe area
The 24 VDC power input and host connectors are on the top of the power supply.
1. Connect the primary power supply positive (+) wire to pin 1.
2. Connect the primary power negative (-) 24 V return to pin 2.
3. Connect a secondary power supply positive (optional) (+) wire to pin 3.

If using a primary and secondary 24 VDC power supply, be sure to connect the power
supply returns together.
4. Connect the host segment negative (-) to pin 4.

5. Connect the host segment shield to pin 5.
6. Connect the host segment positive (+)
¾ To wire the hazardous area
The NI field connector is on the bottom of the power supply.
1. Connect the NI area fieldbus segment positive (+) wire to pin 7.
2. Connect the NI area fieldbus segment shield (S) wire to pin 8 and to a shield
ground connection.
3. Connect the NI area fieldbus segment negative (-) wire to pin 9.
Switches
The power supplies have a switchable host side terminator and host power switch.
(The field side terminator is permanently connected.)
Host terminator ON is the upper position; host terminator OFF is the lower
position
Host power ON is the upper position; host power OFF is the lower position

Host Pwr
T On
Host
Figure 16 Terminator and Power Switches
The segment layout determines the location of the terminator and if the switchable
terminator on the power supply is used. Be sure that two terminators are on the host
side and two terminators are on the fieldbus side of each power supply. Similarly, the
use of the switchable power capability is dependent upon the needs of the particular
NI application. The Series 2 H1 card requires power; therefore, the host power switch
should be ON. If more than one NI power supply is connected to the same segment
(as in Figure 17), host power should be provided by one unit only. Be sure the
additional unit’s host power switches are in the OFF position.
Non-Incendive Application Examples

The following two figures show the use of the MTL9111-NI and MTL9112-NI power
supplies in NI applications. If a Megablock with short circuit protection is used, the
number of devices and total cable length may have to be reduced to ensure that only a
single device is affected if a short circuit condition occurs. Refer to “Designing an
Application for Short Circuit Protection” on page 51.
Application Example with two MTL9111-NI Power Supplies

The following figure shows an NI application that uses two MTL9111-NI power
supplies to power up to 16 devices on the segment. The maximum cable length on the
MTL9111-NI portion of the segment is 1900 meters and the maximum total cable
length per segment is 1900 meters.

H1 H1 Redundant
Series 2
H1 cards
Terminator
MB8-SG
Red Megablock
24 V Carrier
power shield bar
supply
Ground
+ -
Surge
protection
Shielded ground
24 V pair with
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+ drain wire
Host Pwr Host Pwr Host Pwr

T
Host
On T=ON T
Host
On T=ON T
Host
On T=ON
HP=ON HP=OFF HP=ON Terminator
MB8-SG
Power Supply - IIB Power Supply - IIB Power Supply - IIB Megablock
Pwr Pwr Pwr

IS IS IS
Fault Fault Fault
Host T Host T Host T
IS IS IS
9111-NI 9111-NI 9111-NI
Surge
7 8 9
-
7 8 9
-
7
+
8 9
-
protection
+ S + S S
ground
Port 1 Port 2
0.3 Km cable
Figure 17 16 Non-Incendive Devices on a Segment with two MTL9111-NI Power Supplies
Note Ensure that all components are rated and certified for Non-Incendive applications.
Application Example with one MTL9112-NI Power Supply

The following figure shows an NI application that uses one MTL9112-NI power
supply to power up to 16 devices on the segment. The maximum cable length on the
MTL9112-NI portion of the segment is 1900 meters and the maximum total cable
length per segment is 1900 meters.

H1 H1 Redundant
Series 2
H1 cards
MB8 - SG
Red Megablock
24 V Carrier
power shield bar
supply
Ground
+ -
Shielded
24 V pair with
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+
Power
+1 -2 +3 -
Host
S
4 5 6
+ drain wire
Host Pwr Host Pwr

T
Host
On T=ON T
Host
On T=ON
HP=ON HP=ON Terminator
Terminator MB8 - SG
Power Supply - IIB Power Supply - IIB Megablock
Pwr Pwr
NI NI
Fault Fault
Host T Host T
IS IS
9112-NI 9112-NI
Surge Surge
7 8 9
protection 7 8 9 protection
+ S - ground + S -
ground
Port 1
Port 2 0.2 Km cable
Figure 18 16 Non-Incendive Devices on a Segment with one MTL9112-NI Power Supply
Note Ensure that all components are rated and certified for Non-Incendive applications.

Appendix A Fieldbus Segment Checkout Procedure
for non-IS Applications
Use this procedure to check each segment for proper power, grounding, and isolation
before you commission field devices on the segment. Record the readings for steps 1-
5 on the Fieldbus Segment Checkout Form on page 73. Make one copy of the form
for each segment that you are checking. This procedure assumes the use of an
MTL5995 power supply. Some parameters will differ if using another power supply.
Tools
You will need the following tools to perform the segment checkout procedure:
Fluke 123 Digital Scope Meter or equivalent scope with resistance, DC voltage,
and capacitance measurement capability. (Some capacitance meters measure
components only and may not provide the expected results when measuring a
complete segment.)
Small screwdriver
Fieldbus Segment Checkout form (on page 73)
Checkout Procedure
Before performing the checkout procedure:
Ensure that the field wiring is completed and properly terminated and that all
field devices are attached.
Remove the Fieldbus segment cable (+, -, and shield) at terminal block connector
locations (7, 8, 9) and (10, 11, 12) from the fieldbus power supply.
Remove only the connector to the field wiring; it is not necessary to remove the
connector to the H1 card. Removing the connector to the field wiring isolates the
field wiring from the H1 card and power supply, isolates the shield from ground, and
enables you to make the resistance and capacitance measurements in the checkout
procedure. If your field wiring connections differ from the connections described
here, isolate the field wiring from both the H1 card and the power supply, and isolate
the shield from ground.
Important Make sure that your bare hands do not come in contact with meter leads or segment
wiring. The body acts as capacitor and body contact with leads or wiring could result in
false readings.
Fieldbus Segment Checkout Procedure for non-IS Applications 67

Step 1: Measure resistance on the H1 segment conductors at the removed MTL terminal
block connector coming in from the field.
Measure resistance from the: Expected result
+ signal conductor to - signal conductor > 50 K ohms 1 (increasing)
+ signal conductor to drain/shield wire open circuit >20 MΩ
- signal conductor to drain/shield wire open circuit > 20 MΩ
+ signal conductor to instrument ground bar open circuit > 20 MΩ
- signal conductor to instrument ground bar open circuit > 20 MΩ
drain/shield wire to instrument ground bar open circuit > 20 MΩ
Step 2: Measure capacitance on the H1 segment conductors at the removed MTL terminal
block connector coming in from the field.
Measure capacitance from the: Expected result
+ signal conductor to - signal conductor 1 µF (0.80 to 1.20 µF

acceptable)2
+ signal conductor to drain/shield wire < 300 nF
- signal conductor to drain/shield wire < 300 nF
+ signal conductor to instrument ground bar < 300 nF3
- signal conductor to instrument ground bar < 300 nF3
drain/shield wire to instrument ground bar < 300 nF3
1. This value will change due to the capacitor charging in the termination RC circuit and the capacitance
in the fieldbus cables.
2. A reading of <.5 µF indicates no terminator on the segment. A reading of a nominal 2 µF indicates a
second terminator on the segment. The acceptable values assume that the power supply terminator is
used as the second terminator and only one additional terminator is connected in the field. Otherwise,
the expected result would be 2 µF.
3. An actual reading that is much greater or varies in a capacitor charging manner to a high capacitance
value (>1 µF) indicates a poor quality noisy ground on the shield ground bar. Be sure to correct this
ground problem to prevent communication errors on the fieldbus segment. A reading of 300 nF indicates
noise on the ground system. Field data has shown that readings of up to 500 nF can be acceptable pro-
viding the fieldbus signal waveform and voltage compare to that shown in Figure 19.

Step 3: Check the position of the two switches on the rear of the MTL power supply.
Switch Recommended Position
Normal/dual redundancy mode (SW1) Normal Mode

If labeled “Not Used” Either position
Terminator (SW2) IN (to use the terminator on the power supply)
Step 4: Measure DC voltage at the MTL terminal block connector going to the field.
Procedure Expected Result
Reconnect the previously removed terminal

block connectors to the MTL power supply.
Tug on the wire to verify that wiring at the
connectors is secure.
Measure the output DC voltage between the
18.6 to 19.4 VDC
terminals 12(+) and 11(-) or 9(+) and 8(-) on
the MTL power supply.
Step 5: Measure the AC waveform at the MTL terminal block connector going to the field.
Procedure Expected Result
Set the scope to AC, 200 mV/division, 10 500 mV and 900 mV peak to peak
micro seconds/division for best results and
press HOLD to capture the waveform.
Verify the waveform against the expected

waveform shown in Figure 19. Note the
differences in the signals with 1 terminator
(Figure 20) and with 3 terminators
(Figure 21).

Figure 19 shows a waveform with two terminators and a 1000 feet of cable. This is the
expected waveform.
800 mV
Figure 19 Waveform with Two Terminators and 1000 ft Cable

Figure 20 shows a waveform with one terminator and a 1000 feet of cable.
1400 mV
Figure 20 Waveform with One Terminator and 1000 ft Cable

Figure 21 shows a waveform with three terminators and a 1000 feet of cable.
650 mV
Figure 21 Waveform with Three Terminators and 1000 ft Cable

Fieldbus Segment Checkout Form
Company/Location...........................................................................Unit/Description..............................................
Controller No.............................................................................................Fieldbus Card No...........................Port No...............
Step 1: Resistance measurement at the H1 segment conductors coming in from the field
(+) to (-) signal Expected = > 50 K ohm (increasing) Actual =.........................................
(+) to shield Expected = open circuit >20 MΩ Actual =.........................................
(-) to shield Expected = open circuit > 20 MΩ Actual =.........................................
(+) to ground bar Expected = open circuit > 20 MΩ Actual =.........................................
(-) to ground bar Expected = open circuit > 20 MΩ Actual =.........................................
Shield to ground bar Expected = open circuit > 20 MΩ Actual =.........................................
Step 2: Capacitance measurement at the H1 segment conductors coming in from the field
(+) to (-) signal Expected = 1 µF( ± 20%) Actual =.........................................
(+) to shield Expected = < 300 nF Actual =.........................................
(-) to shield Expected = < 300 nF Actual =.........................................
(+) to ground bar Expected = < 300 nF Actual =.........................................
(-) to ground bar Expected = < 300 nF Actual =.........................................
Shield to ground bar Expected = < 300 nF Actual =.........................................
Step 3: MTL Switch positions

Normal Mode (SW1) Expected = Normal Actual =.........................................
If labeled “Not Used” Either position
Terminator (SW2) Expected = IN Actual =.........................................
Step 4: DC voltage measurement at MTL power supply

(+) to (-) signal Expected = 18.6 -19.4 VDC Actual =.........................................
Step 5: AC measurement (waveform) at MTL power supply

(+) to (-) signal Expected = 500 - 900 mV pp Actual =.........................................
Technician................................................................................................................................ Pass..............................Fail.........................
Date......................................................................................

Appendix B Building Field Wireable Connectors and
Installing Device Gland Cables
¾ To install the connector
1. Connect the white or blue wire to pin 1 (signal -).
2. Connect the black or brown wire to pin 2 (signal +).

3. Connect the silver (bare tinned) wire to pin 3 (shield).
4. Connect the ground wire to pin 4.
Figure 22 Exploded View
5. Insert the appropriate size gasket into the seal depending on the thickness of the
cable.
6. Feed cable through parts (a), (b) and (c) as shown in Figure 22.
In order for the connector to function properly none of these parts can be
omitted.
Building Field Wireable Connectors and Installing Device Gland Cables 75

7. Strip the cable and wire to the dimensions shown in Figure 23.
Figure 23 Wire Preparation Dimensions
8. Attach leads to screw terminals, using the pin-out as shown in Figure 24.
Belden Cable Interlinkbt Cable
1=White (- Voltage) 1=Blue (- Voltage)
2=Black (+ Voltage) 2=Brown (+ Voltage)
3=Bare (Shield Drain Wire) 3=Bare (Shield Drain Wire)
4=Unconnected 4=Green/Yellow (Ground)
Figure 24 Pinouts
9. Connect (c) to (d).
10. Slide (b) into the end of (c).
11. Seal the unit by fastening (a) into (c).

Note The white (-) and black (+) conventions used in this document are not standards and
can differ from plant to plant. Furthermore, many fieldbus devices are polarity insensitive
but some are polarity sensitive. Be sure that you maintain a consistent use of color and
polarity convention.
Installing the Device Gland Cable

A device gland cable allows the fieldbus junction block cable to connect directly to the
field device. The gland cable installs in an instrument with a 1/2 inch NPT conduit
fitting. Connect the brown and blue wires and the green/yellow wire is normally
insulated from the case. The brown wire is +, the blue wire is -, and the green/yellow
wire is for the device's case ground (if required by the device to be connected). The
following figure shows a generic device gland cable installation. Refer to the device’s
installation document for more information about wiring.
Normally the device's case ground is external to the device and separate from any
segment wiring. The standard fieldbus cable does not support a grounding wire;
however, a separate wire could be added to ground the device at a local ground
connection point. There is no shield drain wire and there should not be any shield
connection made or allowed to the field device. The shield drain wire should be
removed at the device and insulated to prevent accidental ground connection to the
device.
Important The shield drain wire MUST NOT be connected to the device's case ground wire at the
device.
Building Field Wireable Connectors and Installing Device Gland Cables 77

Appendix C Troubleshooting with the DeltaV System
This section provides information on how to use the DeltaV Explorer, Control
Studio, and Diagnostics as well as the H1 card to troubleshoot fieldbus applications.
The following section, “Troubleshooting Common Fieldbus Problems” on page 85
provides some solutions to common fieldbus problems.
H1 Card
The H1 card provides a great deal of information for troubleshooting fieldbus
segments. Once communication has been established, use the LEDs to monitor
communication between the card and fieldbus devices. The bottom two LEDs on the
H1 card reflect communication between the port and fieldbus devices on that port.
Table 13 H1 Fieldbus Card LEDs
LED Correct Operating Fault Indicator Probable Cause Corrective Action

Condition
Green Power H1 – On Off H1 card does not 1. Verify that H1 card

have power. is receiving power.
Green Power/ Series 2 Simplex H1- On
Active Series 2 Rednd. H1 2. Replace H1 card if it
Active – On has power.
Standby – Flashing
Red - Error Off On H1 card is not 1. Be sure that other

communicating I/O cards are
with the DeltaV communicating with
controller. the controller.
2. If no I/O cards are
communicating with
the controller, replace
the controller or
replace the H1 card.
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Table 13 H1 Fieldbus Card LEDs (Continued)
LED Correct Operating Fault Indicator Probable Cause Corrective Action

Condition
Yellow - Ports 1 On Off Port is disabled 1. Enable and

and 2 or the H1 card is download the port.
not 2. Create and
communicating download
with any devices configuration.
on the port.
Flashing Yellow No fieldbus Create and download

(device configuration on configuration.
configuration the segment.
not
downloaded)
Flashing Yellow Port is Check communication

(device communicating, statistics for each
configuration but problems fieldbus device on the
downloaded) exist with a port.
device.
Use the DeltaV Explorer to enable and download the port and Control Studio to
create and download configuration. A solid yellow LED indicates that good
communication exists between the port and devices on that port and that at least one
function block is configured on the segment. Remember that each fieldbus device
should contain at a minimum either an AI or AO function block.
DeltaV Explorer
Indicators in the DeltaV Explorer tell you if an H1 port or a fieldbus device needs to
be downloaded or commissioned.
The blue triangle ( ) on an H1 port or device means that the port or device needs to
be downloaded. Select the port or device, click the right mouse button, and then select
Download to open a dialog box that lists the fieldbus configuration information to be
downloaded.
The yellow exclamation point ( )on a device means that the device needs to be
commissioned. To commission the device, select it from the Decommissioned device
list and drag it to either the port or device placeholder.

Control Studio
Use Control Studio in on-line mode to diagnose problems with modules running in
fieldbus devices. The most common problems are: incorrect channel number,
incorrect engineering units, and block out of service. You must assign and download a
module before viewing it in on-line mode.
1. Open the module in Control Studio.
2. Click View | On-line to create an on-line, or debug, session in which you can
examine module and block parameters. A red X on a function block parameter
indicates a problem with the function block.
Note Any online changes affect your process because the changes are made to downloaded
modules in the controller. Use extreme care when changing values or stopping the
execution of an algorithm.
3. Select the block with the red X. The Parameter View window in Control Studio
displays a full list of parameters for that block. The CHANNEL, XD_SCALE,
UNITS, and L_TYPE parameters are often overlooked when diagnosing
problems with fieldbus devices.
4. Double-click a parameter in Parameter View to open the Parameter Properties
dialog box for that parameter.
5. Make any changes to the parameter properties and click OK to close the dialog
box and save the changes. (Use the dialog box help for help on the parameter
properties.) Remember that changes made in on-line mode are not saved in the
database. Use Control Studio or Explorer to upload the parameter changes to
the database.
Diagnostics
Remember that the Diagnostics online help contains descriptions of all fieldbus
parameter values. To access the descriptions, select the parameter, click the right
mouse button, and select What's This.
Use DeltaV Diagnostics to:
Determine if the device is commissioned
Check integrity on the H1 card, backup link master device, and ports
Check overall port statistics and communication statistics for each device

Open DeltaV Diagnostics and click View | Details or View | Compare to quickly see
the device state. If the device is not commissioned, open the DeltaV Explorer and
commission the device. Then, download the port and the device. If the device is
commissioned, check integrity on the port and then check port and device
communication statistics.
Port Integrity
Typically, integrity problems originate below the node and then "bubble up" to the
node level. Integrity problems are indicated by the overlay. Start by looking for a
controller with the overlay and if found, expand the controller hierarchy until you
find the root cause of the problem. If a fieldbus card has an integrity problem, expand
the card to see which port has the problem. Select each port and look at the port's
status. Possible port status values are:
Good — good basic communications with all devices on this port.
No Termination on Link — this port is not terminated. Check the attached cable.
Refer to “Checkout Procedure” on page 67 for a procedure to check each
segment for proper power, grounding, and isolation before you commission field
devices on the segment.
Link Error — possible card problem. Reseat the H1 card to verify the card's self-
test. If the problem persists, replace the H1 card, and notify Technical Support.
Duplicate Address on Link — another device is currently communicating at this
port's address.
No Communications on Link.
H1 Card Problem — Reseat the H1 card to verify the card's self-test. If the
problem persists, replace the H1 card, and notify Technical Support.
One or more function block problems on link or device problems — expand the
port and check the state of each fieldbus device on the port. Any state other than
Commissioned indicates a potential problem with that fieldbus device. Refer to
the DeltaV Explorer help for assistance on commissioning fieldbus devices.
A configuration error indicated by the device state "Device Class Mismatch" — a
backup link master is functioning as a basic device or a basic device is functioning
as a link master device.
A download error indicated by the device state "Schedule Download Failure" —
the Link Active Scheduler's (LAS) download of the schedule to this device failed.

Port Communication Statistics
The Port Statistics command provides a broad view of communication activity on the
port. Click the right mouse button on the port and select Port Statistics. In the Port
Statistics dialog look for:
Retries ⎯ Total Dll Retries is the total number of data link packets that the H1
card had to retry. If this statistic is steadily increasing, check the communication
statistics for each device to see which device is causing the problem. To check
communication statistics on a device, click the right mouse button on the device
and select Display Communication Statistics. The number of retries to a fieldbus
device generally should be much less then 1% of the total requests sent to the
device. If this is not the case, either the device is bad or there is a segment
problem.
Invalid responses ⎯ Total Invalid Responses is the total number of fieldbus
requests that failed due to a fieldbus device returning an error. If this statistic is
steadily increasing, check the communication statistics for each device to see
which device is causing the problem. To check communication statistics on a
device, click the right mouse button on the device and select Display
Communication Statistics.
Stack errors ⎯ Total Local Stack Errors is the total number of fieldbus
request that failed because the local communication stack returned a response
that indicated an error. The H1 card might need to be replaced if this statistic is
steadily increasing. Total Stack Rejected Request is the total number of
fieldbus requests that failed because the local communication stack did not accept
the request. The H1 card might need to be replaced if this statistic is steadily
increasing.
Timeouts ⎯ Total Request TimeOut is the total number of fieldbus request
that failed because the fieldbus device did not return a response. If this statistic is
steadily increasing, check the communication statistics for each device to see
which device is causing the problem. To check communication statistics on a
device, click the right mouse button on the device and select Display
Communication Statistics.
Tip Clicking the Reset Stats button resets all values to 0 and makes it easier to read the
statistics. Click the Help button on any of the Port Statistics dialog boxes for
information on the status values.
Next, look at detailed port statistics. Click the right mouse button on the port and
select Display Port Detail Statistics. The FMS prefix in some of the detailed port
statistics refers to the Fieldbus Message Specification services. These services allow
user applications to send messages to each other across the fieldbus using a standard

set of message formats. The SM prefix refers to System Management. System
Management handles many functions on the fieldbus including automatically
assigning fieldbus device addresses and searching for tags. In the Detailed Port
Statistics dialog look for:
Identifies ⎯ FMS Identifies is the number of fieldbus FMS (Fieldbus Message
Service) identify requests that were sent on this port. SM Identifies is the
number of fieldbus requests that were sent to identify a field device. This request
is sent whenever a device has been attached to this port or changed addresses. If
this statistic is incrementing after all field devices on this port have been
commissioned, either a segment or a field device problem could exist. To isolate
the problem, view the communication statistic on each field device on this port.
Initiates ⎯ FMS Initiates is the number of fieldbus connection requests that
were sent on this port. If this statistic steadily increments after all devices are
commissioned and downloaded, either the fieldbus segment is noisy or a problem
exists with a fieldbus device. To isolate the problem, check the communication
statistics on each fieldbus device attached to this port. To check communication
statistics on a device, click the right mouse button on the device, and select
Display Communication Statistics.
Aborts ⎯ FMS Aborts is the number of fieldbus disconnection requests that
were sent on this port. If this statistic steadily increments after all devices have
been commissioned and downloaded, there could be a problem with a fieldbus
device or a noisy segment. To isolate the problem, check the communication
statistics on each fieldbus device attached to this port. To check communication
statistics on a device, click the right mouse button on the device, and select
Display Communication Statistics.
Device Communication Statistics
Finally, look at communication statistics for each device. Click the right mouse button
on each device, select Display Communication Statistics, and look for:
Aborts received and sent ⎯ AbortsRxd is the total number of disconnects
received from the function blocks in this device. If this statistic is steadily
increasing for this field device only, the device could have a problem. If this
statistic is steadily increasing with several field devices, a segment problem could
exist. AbortsSent is the total number of disconnects sent to the function blocks
in this device. If this statistic is steadily increasing with this field device only, the
field device could have a problem. If this statistic is steadily increasing with
several field devices, a segment problem could exist.

Initiates received and sent ⎯ InitsSent is the total number of connects sent to
the function blocks in this device. If this statistic is steadily increasing for this field
device only, the field device could have a problem. If this statistic is steadily
increasing for several field devices, a segment problem could exist.
Pcr Timeouts ⎯ PcrTimeoutsRxd is the total number of fieldbus requests
sent to the function blocks that failed because the field device did not return a
response. The device might have a problem, if this statistic is steadily increasing.
Livelist appearances — NumLiveListAppearances is the number of times
the device left the segment and was brought back online. If this statistic is
incrementing, there is either a problem with this device, or a segment problem.
Troubleshooting Common Fieldbus Problems

Two troubleshooting flowcharts, shown on the following pages, provide high level
overviews of symptoms and solutions to some common fieldbus problems.
Start with the flowcharts; they may provide a quick solution to your problem. If not,
go to the following pages (cited under Go to Page in the flowcharts) for more detailed
explanations of symptoms, causes, and solutions.

Symptom Possible Problem Possible Solution Go to Page
Device Error Fix wiring
88
Improper wiring
Improper wiring
causing noise
causing noise
Segment Error Fix cable shielding
89
Mismatch between XD
Transmitter is active, Fix configuration of AI
scale and transducer
but no signal and transducer block
block
91
Valve is active, but no Fix configuration of
Sensor mismatch
response temperature sensor
PID block won't talk to

91
Incorrect block mode Change block mode
AO block
Verify that the H1 card

H1 card does not have is receiving power
power from the
I/O carrier
DeltaV is not
communicating with 92
the H1 card
H1 card has failed Reseat or

or locked up replace H1 card
The H1 card is not

Fieldbus port on H1 Enable and download
communicating with 92
card is not enabled the fieldbus port
field devices
Create and download

No configuration for
configuration for the
the segment
fieldbus devices

Symptom Possible Problem Possible Solution Go to Page
Improper firmware
Upgrade H1 and/or
revision for H1 or
controller firmware
controller
MTL5995 (VE6951)
switches set Set switches to
incorrectly correct position
Communication
errors or device 94
does not
communicate Improper wiring or
Correct wiring and
correctly terminators bad or
termination
installed incorrectly
95
Low voltage on power supply is Replace power
segment bad supply
Correct the module

Intermittent block Incorrect module
exection time and/or
errors execution time or port
port macrocycle time
macrocycle time
96
Errors when Missing DD files Install correct DD

commissioning files
fieldbus device on a
segment
Close and restart
DeltaV Explorer
96
Several missing
values in Transducer Database or device
error Reboot
or Resource block
ProfessionalPLUS
98
Power cycle device or
master restart device
or repair/replace
device
Jumper or dip switch

Simulate does not
on device not set to
work
enable simulation
Set jumper or dip 100
switch on device to
allow simulation

Device or Segment Error
The device's Resource and Transducer blocks are good starting places for diagnosing
device problems. Open DeltaV Explorer, select the Resource or Transducer block for
the device, and view the status and mode. The status should be clear, with no errors
and the mode should be AUTO. Refer to the device documentation for more
information.
Next use DeltaV Diagnostics.
1. Click Start | DeltaV | Operator | Diagnostics to open DeltaV Diagnostics.

Typically, integrity problems originate below the node and then "bubble up" to
the node level. In DeltaV Diagnostics, integrity problems are indicated by the
overlay. Expand the Control Network hierarchy in the left pane of DeltaV
Diagnostics and look for any instances of the overlaid over a node or
subsystem.
2. Look for a controller with this overlay and if you find one:
3. Expand the controller hierarchy until you find the root cause of the problem.
The problem could be improper wiring causing noise if:
• There is a communication error on the device.
• The H1 card port shows bad integrity.
Diagnose the Problem with an Oscilloscope

1. Connect an oscilloscope to the segment across the positive and negative leads.
2. Take a snapshot of the signal to determine the noise level.
The actual signal amplitude should be between 0.5 and 0.9 V peak to peak. The
noise should be less than 75 mV peak to peak.
3. Take the noise measurement at several different points on the segment such as
the H1 card, the power isolator, the field junction box, and at any of the field
devices.
If the signal magnitude and noise exceed the ranges listed above, fix the field
wiring and cable shielding.
¾ To fix field wiring
1. Ground the shield only in one place, preferably the DeltaV system cabinet. Use
shielded, twisted-pair cable.

2. Cut and tape the shield inside the instrument housing to prevent the shield from
contacting the instrument housing and possibly causing a ground loop.
3. Wire all spurs in parallel (individually or as a group in a junction box, including

the shield). If the wiring between the H1 card and the power isolator uses
untwisted, unshielded power cable, excessive noise can occur in cable runs less
than 3 feet.
4. Continue the twisted, shielded pair all the way back to the H1 card and ground
the shield at the ground bus bar on the 8-wide I/O carrier.
5. Check all junction boxes and tape or tie into place any exposed shielding or drain
to ensure that they do not become grounded to the junction box.
Transmitter is Active but No Signal

Use Control Studio in on-line mode to diagnose problems with modules running in
fieldbus devices. You must assign and download a module before you can view it in
on-line mode.
1. Open the AI block in Control Studio.

2. Click View | On-line to create an on-line or debug session in which you can
examine module and block parameters.
3. If a red X appears on the AI block output, it is possible that there is:

• A mismatch between the XD scale and the transducer block.
• A sensor mismatch on a temperature transmitter.
• An incorrect function block mode.
• An incorrect channel number.
Diagnose Mismatch Between the XD Scale and the Transducer

Block
(Remember that you can right-click on the XD_SCALE parameter and select What's
This to find the valid units and channel values for the device.)
1. Open DeltaV Explorer.
2. Expand the I/O subsystem and navigate to the fieldbus card, port, and device.
3. Select the device and find the Transducer block for the device in the Contents
pane (on the right) of the DeltaV Explorer.

4. Double-click the Transducer block to view Transducer block properties.
5. Check that the sensor type is correct if the device is a temperature transmitter.
6. Compare the calibrated range and units for both the AI block and the transducer
block.
The range and units should be the same for each. Carefully look at the units. It
will cause a problem if one block is calibrated in “In H20” and the other block
calibrated in “In H20 (68 °F)”.
¾ To correct a mismatch between the XD scale and transducer block
1. Calibrate the range in the transducer block and the XD Scale in the AI block to
exactly the same range and units. This should fix the AI and Transducer block
configuration.
2. Set the mode of the AI block back to AUTO.
Diagnose Sensor Mismatch on a Temperature Transmitter

1. In DeltaV Explorer, navigate to the Transducer block for the device and check
that the correct sensor has been selected.
2. Be sure that the sensor has been wired to the proper terminals on the transmitter
and that there are no broken or loose sensor terminations on the transmitter.
¾ To fix the configuration of the temperature sensor
The temperature transmitter is delivered from the factory with a default sensor setting
for a 100 Ω platinum RTD. To use a different sensor type, follow these steps:
1. Set the sensor type in the device transducer block.

2. Disconnect the transmitter from the bus.
3. Wait 10-15 seconds and then reconnect the transmitter to the bus.
4. Set the AI block mode back to AUTO.

Diagnose and Correct Function Block Mode
¾ To check that the target mode and actual mode of the AI or AO block are both set to
CASCADE
1. Open the AI or AO block in Control Studio.
2. Click View | On-line and check that the target mode and actual mode are
CASCADE.
Note If the block does not allow CASCADE mode, another problem is causing the mode
problem.
Correct an Invalid Channel Number

Select the channel parameter, click the right mouse button, and select What’s This to
find the valid channel number for the device.
Valve is Active but no Response

1. Open the AO block in Control Studio.
3. Look at the AO block input.
If a red X appears on the AO block input, it is possible that the function block
mode is incorrect. The target mode and actual mode should both be CASCADE.
4. Change both the target mode and actual mode to CASCADE.
problem.
PID Block not Communicating with AO Block

1. Open the AO block in Control Studio.

3. Look at the AO block input.
If a red X appears on the AO block input, it is possible that the function block
mode is incorrect. The target mode and actual mode should both be CASCADE.
4. Change both the target mode and actual mode to CASCADE.
problem.
DeltaV System is not Communicating with the H1 Card

Start by looking at the LEDs on the front of the card.
If the green power LED is:
Not lit ⎯ it is possible that the H1 card does not have power.
If the red fault indicator LED is:
Lit ⎯ it is possible that there are problems with the DeltaV system and the H1
card has failed.
Diagnose Power and Card Failure

1. Go to the I/O carrier and determine if the other cards on the carrier have power.
2. If the other cards have power:

• Try putting the H1 card in other slots and see if the card receives power in
that slot and powers up.
Solutions
If you determine that the I/O carrier or certain slots on the carrier do not have power,
refer to the DeltaV system documentation.
If the card does not power up or does not communicate at all, verify that the H1 card
does not work by replacing the card with a card that you know works.
The H1 Card is not Communicating with the DeltaV System

If the ports are enabled but you cannot see devices with DeltaV Explorer or
Diagnostics, the H1 card may not be functioning properly. Be sure to allow enough
time for a newly installed H1 card to go through a self-check and establish

communication with the devices on the ports. Use the following list to verify that the
H1 card initializes properly:
Plug in – green power light and red error light ON.
10 – 12 seconds later, the red error light goes OFF. The green power LED stays
ON.
About 5 seconds later, both port lights flash then go OFF.
About 5 seconds later, both port lights begin flashing.
About 15 seconds later, port 1 light comes ON solid.
About 15 seconds later, port 2 light comes ON solid.
Next, look at the LEDs on the front of the card.
1. Check the red fault indicator LED on the H1 card.

If it is lit, it is possible that there are problems with the DeltaV system and the H1
card may have failed.
2. Check the port LED on the H1 card.
The LED should be solid yellow. If the LED is:
• Off ⎯ it is possible that the port is not configured or not enabled
• Flashing ⎯ it is possible that there is no configuration on the segment.
Diagnose the Card Failure

Put the H1 card in other slots and see if the card receives power in that slot and
powers up.
If the card will not power up or communicate at all, verify that the H1 card does not
work by replacing the card with a card that you know works.
Diagnose the Port and Segment Configuration

If the port LED is:
Off ⎯ it is possible that the port is not enabled and cannot talk to the device. All
ports must be configured, enabled, and downloaded, before they can function.
Flashing ⎯ it is possible that no configuration exists for the fieldbus devices.
Fieldbus devices must contain a valid configuration before they can work. Each
fieldbus device should contain at a minimum either an AI or AO function block.

¾ To enable the port
1. Open the DeltaV Explorer.
2. Expand the I/O subsystem and navigate to the fieldbus port.

3. Select the port, click the right mouse button, and select Properties.
4. Enable the port.
5. Download the port.
¾ To add configuration
1. Open Control Studio and create the configuration for the devices.
2. Download the devices.
Communication Error or Incorrect Communication

Symptoms that you might see in Diagnostics such as communication errors,
commissioning failures, commissioned devices transitioning to decommissioned or
disappearing and reappearing on the segment can be caused by:
Improper firmware revision for the H1 card. ⎯ Run the DeltaV Controller
Upgrade Utility to upgrade the controller and correct this problem.
Terminator switches set incorrectly on an MTL5995 power supply. ⎯ Reset the
switches on the MTL5995 to the correct position.
Improper wiring or incorrectly installed terminators. ⎯ Correct the wiring and
termination.
A faulty power supply. ⎯ Replace the unit.

¾ To upgrade the H1 and controller firmware
Click Start | All Programs | DeltaV | Installation | Controller Upgrade Utility.

Follow the instructions to upgrade I/O and controllers.
¾ To correctly set the terminator switches on an MTL5995
1. Locate the switches on the back side of the MTL5995 near the DIN rail mounting
brackets.
2. Set the red (Dual Redundancy Switch) to Normal mode (left position).
3. Set the yellow (Termination switch) to Termination In (right position).
¾ To correct the termination
Remember that there can be only two terminators per segment. Refer to “Installing
the Terminators” on page 34 for information.
Low Voltage on the Segment

If you are using the MTL5995 power supply, the segment voltage at the power supply
should be around 19 V. The recommended voltage at each device is 10 V with an
absolute minimum of 9 V. Low voltage can be caused by:
Improper wiring
A faulty power supply
¾ To fix field wiring
1. Ground the shield only in one place, preferably the DeltaV system cabinet. Use
shielded, twisted-pair cable.
2. Cut and tape the shield inside the instrument housing to prevent the shield from
contacting the instrument housing and possibly causing a ground loop.

3. Wire all spurs in parallel (individually or as a group in a junction box, including
the shield). If the wiring between the H1 card and the power isolator uses
untwisted, unshielded power cable, excessive noise can occur in cable runs less
than 3 feet.
4. Continue the twisted, shielded pair all the way back to the H1 card and ground
the shield at the ground bus bar on the 8-wide I/O carrier.
¾ To determine if the power supply is faulty
Use a Fluke 123 Digital Scope Meter or the equivalent and measure the output DC
voltage between the terminals 12 (+) and 11(-) or 9 (+) and 8 (-) on the power supply.
If the voltage is less than 18 V, replace the power supply.
Intermittent Block Errors

Intermittent function block errors that show up as a red X on an output in Control
Studio in on-line mode and/or block errors that come and go in Event Viewer could
be caused by an incorrect module execution time or an incorrect scheduled
macrocycle time. The module execution time and the macrocycles are independent.
Module execution time determines how often a module executes. The scheduled
macrocycle is the user-specified execution time for a single iteration of the fieldbus
function blocks running in all the devices on the port. The required macrocycle is the
system-specified minimum execution time plus any publisher CD time. As a rule of
thumb the:
Module execution time should be >= 2 times the actual macrocycle
Problems Commissioning Devices

A device that does not commission correctly or shows up as decommissioned in
Diagnostics could be lacking its necessary DD (device description) files. The DeltaV
system includes built-in support for a number of fieldbus devices from device
manufacturers. The files necessary to support these devices are included in the DeltaV
install image. If a Fieldbus device is not included in the DeltaV install image, you must
install a set of device files for that device. The device files are specific to the device's
type and revision. Many of the DD files are available on the vendor's website. The DD
files must include a file with an .fhx extension to work with the DeltaV system.
Download the DD files to a disk, CD, or directory on your system.
The Add Device Definition utility is used to add device definitions not included in the
original DeltaV installation. You install the DD files on the ProfessionalPLUS

workstation. Then, the DeltaV Yellow Pages utility automatically synchronizes the
device definitions on the other DeltaV workstations.
Use the Add Device Definition Utility to install the necessary DD files and then use
DeltaV Explorer to verify that the DD file is in the DeltaV Explorer library.
¾ To install a DD
1. Insert the device definition disk or CD into the drive. (The device definitions can
also be on a local shared hard drive.)
2. Navigate to Fieldbus Devices (Library/Fieldbus Devices).

3. Click the right mouse button and then click Add Device Definition.
4. Browse for the location of the drive or directory where the device definition files
are stored and click OK. You are not required to select each file individually. The
device definition files are automatically selected when you select the drive. (If the
directory contains more than one file of a needed file type, an error is displayed.
The duplicate file types must be removed before attempting to add the device.)
5. Read the Warning message. If you want to proceed with the installation, click
Yes.
6. Follow the prompts to install the device definition files on the ProfessionalPLUS
workstation.
7. Refer to the release notes for the generic devices that have been tested for
interoperability with DeltaV systems. You can find the most up-to-date
information on fieldbus device files on our support web site located at
www.easydeltav.com. The web site has the latest support files from all
manufacturers that have been evaluated by Emerson Process Management.

¾ To determine if the DD file resides in the Library
1. Open DeltaV Explorer.
2. Navigate to DeltaV System / Library / Fieldbus Devices.

3. Select the device vendor / device type and look for a revision number.
The device definition is identified by a revision number. The following example
shows the DD (represented as version 6) for a Fisher Controls, Fieldbus Digital
Valve Controller.
Missing Values in Resource or Transducer Block

Missing values in the Resource or Transducer block could indicate a database or
device error. If any of the necessary parameters values in the Resource or Transducer
block are blank, try:
Closing and restarting DeltaV Explorer.
Power cycling or master restarting the device.
Repairing or replacing the device.
Note In general, power cycling or master restarting a device can often correct device errors that
do not respond to other actions.

¾ To power cycle a device
1. Decommission the device.
2. Disconnect the device from the segment.

3. Wait 10 –15 seconds and then reconnect the device.
For four wire transmitters such as MicroMotion, disconnect the power source and the
segment connection and reconnect the segment wiring after reconnecting the power
source (usually the AC power source).
¾ To do a master restart
1. Right-click the Resource block and select the Reset/Restart option. (Sometimes
this option is available in the Transducer block.)
If the device still shows an error:
2. Select the Defaults option. This sets all parameter or sensor configurations to the
defaults.
3. Re-enter the device setup data in the Transducer and Resource blocks.

Simulate not Working in Control Studio
If Simulate is enabled in Control Studio but not working, the problem could be that
the jumper or dip switch that allows simulation for the device is not set. For
simulation to work, it must be enabled in Control Studio and the jumper or switch
must also be set on the device.
¾ To set the jumper or dip switch
1. Locate the jumper or dip switch on the side opposite the wiring connections.
2. Set the jumper or switch.

Trouble-Shooting Q and A
The following sections provide answers to commonly asked questions.
Has the H1 Card Failed?

If the H1 card fails, the DeltaV system loses visibility on the fieldbus segments. On a
segment that does not support a backup Link Active Scheduler (LAS), if the H1 card
fails, all communication on the attached fieldbus segment stops.
To recover from an H1 card failure, replace the card. The H1 card is automatically
downloaded and resumes functioning as the LAS. Startup of the loop depends on
how the loop is configured.
What Happens to Control When the H1 Card Fails?

On a segment that does not support a backup link master, if the H1 card goes down,
all communication on the fieldbus segment stops. Depending on the configuration,
output blocks might go to a Fault State state.
What Happens to Control When the Controller Fails?

If the control loop is running completely on the fieldbus segment (that is, the control
is running in the devices and not in the controller), the loop keeps running. However,
if the loop is getting input from the controller, the loop performs its configured error
processing.
To recover from a controller failure, replace the controller and then commission and
download it. If the controller failure affected the fieldbus loop, startup of the loop
depends on how the loop is configured.
How Does the User Know if there is a Problem with the Backup Link
Master?
View the integrity of the backup link master device in DeltaV Diagnostics.

Fieldbus Third Party Products
This section provides recommended sources for fieldbus components. Visit the
DeltaV website (www.easydeltav.com) for recent updates to this list and for links to
third party websites.
Fieldbus Segment Cable

Belden
Fieldbus Cable 3076F or equivalent
Fieldbus Power Supplies

Measurement Technology Limited
MTL5995 Fieldbus Power Supply
MTL5053 Fieldbus IS Power Supply
MTL9121-IS-PS Fieldbus FISCO IS Power Supply
MTL9122-IS-PS Fieldbus FISCO IS Power Supply
MTL9111-NI-PS Fieldbus FNICO NI Power Supply
MTL9112-NI-PS Fieldbus FNICO NI Power Supply
Pepperl+Fuchs
MB-FB-4* 4 Segment Simplex Power Hub with HD2-FBPS.1.500 Power
Supplies & HD2-DM-B Diagnostic Module
MB-FB-4R* 4 Segment Redundant Power Hub with HD2-FBPS.1.500 Power
Supplies & HD2-DM-B Diagnostic Module
KLD2-STR-1.24.400.IEC (STR400) (FieldConnex Branded) Fieldbus Power
Supply (Manufactured March, 2004 or later)
Relcom, Inc.
Relcom FPS-I, 2 Redundant Fieldbus Power Supply
Relcom FPS-DT, D Dual Fieldbus Power Supply
Hawke International
Hawke Routemaster Series 100 with RM114/118 Device Couplers — Fieldbus IS
Power Supply. Refer to Knowledge Base Article #NA-0300-0050 for application
specific information.
Fieldbus Third Party Products 103

Spur Adapters and Surge Protectors
9321-SC Fieldbus IS Entity Adapter (9121-IS use only). See
Application_MTL_IS.
9322-SC Fieldbus IS EExia Spur Adapter. See Application_MTL_IS.
9323-SC Fieldbus IS Entity Adapter (9121/22-IS use only). See
Application_MTL_IS.
FP32 Fieldbus Surge Protector (Rail Mount). See Application Note TAN1010.
TP32* Fieldbus Surge Protector (Threaded). See Application Note TAN1010.
TP32*-NDI Fieldbus Surge Protector (Threaded). IS See Application Note
TAN1010.
Fieldbus Terminators
FBT-1 Fieldbus Terminator
FBT1-IS Fieldbus IS Terminator
Relcom, Inc.
FCS-MBT Fieldbus Terminator with Surge Protection
Turk/InterlinkBT
RSEV 49 TR Eurofast Fieldbus Terminator
RSV 49 TR Minifast Fieldbus Terminator
Pepperl+Fuchs
F*-FT-Ex1.D.IEC — Threaded Fieldbus Terminator
F*-FT-Ex1.I.IEC — Threaded Fieldbus IS Terminator
Fieldbus Termination Blocks/Barriers

Relcom, Inc.
FCS-MB* — 2, 4, 8, 10 device Megablock
FCS-MB*-SG — 2, 4, 8, 10 device Megablock with device short circuit protection
F240*-F261* — 2, 4, 8, 10 device IS Megablock with and without short circuit
protection

Pepperl+Fuchs
F2-JBSC-*.FF.* — 4,6,8 device junction box (connectors) with device short
circuit protection
F2-JBSC-* — 4,6,8 device junction box (cable glands) with device short circuit
protection
F6-JBSC-*.FF.* — 4,6,8 device junction box, SST (connectors) with device short
circuit protection
F6-JBSC-* — 4,6,8 device junction box, SST (cable glands) with device short
circuit protection
R-JBSC-* — 4,6,8 device junction block (rail mount) with device short circuit
protection
R-SP-N12 — 12 device junction block (rail mount) with device short circuit
protection
For the device junction boxes and device junction block, the trunk and spur shields
(T-S) must be jumpered together and isolated (remove jumpers) from case ground.
F2D0-FB-Ex4* FieldConnex FISCO/Entity IS FieldBarrier — 4 device IS
barrier with short circuit protection.
F6D0-FB-Ex4* FieldConnex FISCO/Entity IS FieldBarrier, SST — 4 device IS
barrier with short circuit protection
RD0-FB-Ex4* FieldConnex FISCO/Entity IS FieldBarrier (Rail Mount) — 4
device IS barrier with short circuit protection
The IS field barriers must have a manufacture date of June, 2003 or later.
The segment must be powered by either a Relcom or Pepperl+Fuchs Fieldbus Power
Supply listed above or a Pepperl+Fuchs KLD2-PC-1.1 IEC Rev 2 FieldConnex
Power Conditioner (manufactured June, 2004 or later). Refer to Knowledge Base
Article # NA-0300-0048 for application specific information.
Turk/InterlinkBT
JBBS-49-E413,613,813 — Eurofast 4, 6, 8 Device Junction Block (no short
circuit protection)
JBBS-49-M413,613,813 — Minifast 4, 6, 8 Device Junction Block (no short
circuit protection)
Fieldbus Repeaters
SMAR
RP302
Fieldbus Third Party Products 105

References
IEC 61158-2; 2003, Fieldbus Standard for Use in Industrial Control Systems – Part 2:
Physical Layer Specification and Service Definition
ISA-S50.02-1992, Fieldbus Standard for Use in Industrial Control Systems – Part 2:
Physical Layer Specification and Service Definition
DS50.02 Part 2 [Draft Standard] 1995, Fieldbus Standard for Use in Industrial
Control Systems – Part 2: Physical Layer Specification and Service Definition,
Amendment to Clause 22 (Formerly Clause 11 and Clause 24), This document has
been re-released in 1996 as Draft 2.
References 107
Index
troubleshooting 92
Communication statistics
A for fieldbus devices 84
for H1 card ports 83
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Components
Applications
fieldbus power supply 15
FISCO 16
H1 card 13
FNICO 16
redundant 13
high availability 16
simplex 13
Intrinsically Safe 16, 37
Non-Incendive 16, 57 primary link master 13
simplex 16 spur adapters 37
terminators 17
wiring 18
B
Connectors
Blocks installing 75
resource and transducer 88
Control strategy
Bus with spurs designing 26
See Topologies
Control Studio
troubleshooting 81
C
Conventions
Cable caution ix
grounding and shielding 27 note ix
installing 28, 30 procedures ix
lengths 21 warning ix
specifications for fieldbus Type A 21
types 19
D
Capacitance
measuring on the segment 68 Daisy chain
See Topologies
Checkout procedure 67
DC power 21
Chicken-foot high availability applications 48
See Topologies Intrinsically Safe applications 38
Commissioning devices Non-Incendive applications 58
troubleshooting 96 redundant power applications 48
simplex applications 23
Commissioning fieldbus devices 96
DeltaV Diagnostics
Common fieldbus problems troubleshooting with 81
troubleshooting 85 viewing H1 port status values with 82
Communication on the segment
Index Index -109

DeltaV Explorer troubleshooting 79
troubleshooting with 80
Fieldbus technology
Device definitions interoperability 12
installing 97 overview 11
Device errors Fieldbus Type A cable 20
troubleshooting 88 creating connectors for 75
DC power information 23
Device gland cable
specifications for 21
installing 77
FISCO 16
Devices
See fieldbus devices FNICO 16, 57
F G
Ferrules Ground connections 27, 30
important information about using 31
Fieldbus devices H
commissioning 96 H1 card 13
communication statistics for 84 port status values 82
geographic distribution of 26 redundant 13
master restart for 99 Series 2 redundant 13
number supported on a segment 15 troubleshooting 79, 92
power cycling 99
power requirements for 15 H1 card ports
recommended voltage for 95 communication statistics 83
troubleshooting errors with 88 communication status values 82
enabling 92
Fieldbus H1 card
See H1 card High availability applications
using Series 2 redundant H1 cards for 55
Fieldbus power supply 15
See Power supply, MTL5995 power supply, Relcom
Fieldbus Power System I
Fieldbus Power System 45 Installing
about 45 connectors 75
specifications 45 device gland cables 77
fieldbus networks 28
Fieldbus segment Intrinsically Safe power supplies 40
checkout procedure for 67 Megablocks 53
installation overview 28 MTL5995 power supplies 31
installing 28 MTL9111-NI power supplies 60
measuring capacitance on 68 MTL9112-NI power supplies 60
measuring resistance on 68 MTL9121 and 9122 IS power supplies 40
planning criteria for 26 Non-Incendive power supplies 60
recommended voltage for 95 redundant power supplies 52
Index-110 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Relcom Fieldbus Power Systems 52 N
terminators 34
Non-Incendive applications 16
Interoperability 12 DC power 58
Intrinsically Safe applications 16, 37 Non-Incendive power supplies
DC power 38 installing 60
Intrinsically Safe power supplies
installing 40 P
Point-to-point
L See Topologies
LAS 12 Power supply 15
Link Active Scheduler distance per load on 24
See LAS installing MTL5995 31
installing MTL9111-NI 60
Link master 13 installing MTL9112-NI 60
installing MTL9121 and 9122 IS 40
M Relcom Fieldbus Power System 45
Macrocycle Primary Link Master 12
required 96
scheduled 96 R
Master restart 99 Redundant H1 13
Megablock Redundant power 45
installing 53
Redundant power applications 45
Modules
troubleshooting in devices 89 Redundant power supply 45
MTL Fieldbus Entity Spur Adapter 37 Redundant Series 2 H1 card

figure showing 55
MTL Fieldbus IS EExia Spur Adapter 37 using in high availability applications 55
MTL5995 power supply Relcom Fieldbus Power System
installing 31 installing 52
terminator switches 32
Relcom Megablock 50
MTL9111-NI power supply
installing 60 Required macrocycle 96
MTL9112-NI power supply Resistance

installing 60 measuring on the segment 68
MTL9121 IS power supply Resource blocks 88

installing 40 troubleshooting 98
MTL9122 IS power supply 40

S
Scheduled macrocycle 96
Index Index -111

Segment errors with Control Studio 81
troubleshooting 88 with DeltaV Diagnostics 81
with DeltaV Explorer 80
Series 2 H1 card
redundant 13
simplex 13 V
Short circuit protection 45 Voltage
designing an application for 51 at devices 95
Relcom Megablock 50 measuring at MTL power supply 69
troubleshooting low voltage on the segment 95
Simplex power applications 16
DC power considerations 23
W
Spur adapters
recommendations for using 37 Wiring components 18
Spur lengths 21
Surge protection 50
T
Terminator switches
MTL5995 power supply 32
MTL9111-NI power supply 62
MTL9112-NI power supply 62
Terminators 17
determining types to use 34
installing 34
Relcom FCS-MBT 50
Topologies 19
Transducer blocks 88
troubleshooting 98
Tree
See Topologies
Troubleshooting
common fieldbus problems 85
communication between H1 card and DeltaV 92
device commissioning 96
device error 88
fieldbus segment 79
H1 card 79
modules running in devices 89
resource and transducer blocks 98
segment errors 88
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Chapter 1 Overview to Fieldbus Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Chapter 2 Intrinsically Safe Fieldbus Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Chapter 3 High Availability Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Chapter 4 Non-Incendive Fieldbus Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Appendix A Fieldbus Segment Checkout Procedure for non-IS Applications . . .67

Appendix C Troubleshooting with the DeltaV System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

iv Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Fieldbus Third Party Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

About This Manual

viii Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Warning A warning describes a critical procedure that must be followed to prevent a

Caution A caution describes a procedure that must be followed to prevent equipment

¾ Itemizes steps necessary to execute installation procedures.

Figure 1 Fieldbus Network

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 11

12 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Primary Link Master

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 13

The Series 2 H1 card requires 12 mA of fieldbus power in simplex mode and an

14 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Figure 3 Fieldbus Power Supply

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 15

Intrinsically Safe Power

16 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 17

18 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 19

Design Considerations, Restrictions, and Limitations

20 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Cable SP50 fieldbus Type A 18 GA

Approvals UL CSA or C(UL)

Max Distance Meters/ 1900/(6270)

Characteristic impedance 100

Attenuation db/km 3 attenuation @ 39K Hz

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 21

Number of Devices Maximum Total Spur Length in Meters

One Device Two devices Three devices

22 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Cable Type Max power budget at Max cable length at max

Fieldbus (Type A) 120 mA @ Vo=19 VDC 650 Meters @ 350 mA

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 23

Number of field Power Supply Load (mA) Maximum Distance

5 100 112 124 1900

6 120 132 144 1894

7 140 152 164 1623

8 160 172 184 1420

9 180 192 204 1262

10 200 212 224 1136

11 220 232 244 1033

12 240 252 264 946

13 260 272 284 874

14 280 292 304 811

15 300 312 324 757

16 320 332 344 710

16 340 exceeds 350 mA exceeds 350 mA 668

16 350 exceeds 350 mA exceeds 350 mA 650

24 Fieldbus Installations in a DeltaV Digital Automation System

Fieldbus 7 Devices 6 Devices

1. Calculate the voltage drop for 13 devices across .6 km

2. Calculate the additional voltage drop for the 6 devices across .4 km

3. Determine the total voltage drop

Overview to Fieldbus Technology 25