Softing Industrial mobiLink Power User Guide

Softing Industrial mobiLink Power

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The information contained in these instructions corresponds to the technical status at the time of printing and is passed on to the best of our knowledge. Softing does not warrant that this document is error-free. The information in these instructions is in no event a basis for warranty claims or contractual agreements concerning the described products, and may especially not be deemed as a warranty concerning the quality and durability pursuant to Sec. 443 German Civil Code. We reserve the right to make any alterations or improvements to these instructions without prior notice. The actual design of products may deviate from the information contained in the instructions if technical alterations and product improvements so required.

Trademarks
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About this guide

Read me first
This guide must be read carefully and fully understood by any person working with MobiLink Power to ensure the safe and proper use of the device. Softing does not assume any liability for damages due to improper installation or operation of this product. This document is not warranted to be error-free. The information contained in this document is subject to change without prior notice. If you have any problems understanding the information and instructions in the guide, please report them to us in writing. Visit the product website to obtain the most current version of this guide.

Objective
This guide explains how to connect and start mobiLink Power and how to use the device to configure and maintain field devices over the USB interface with software applications supported on PCs.

Target audience
This user guide has been written for experienced operation personnel and network specialists responsible for configuring and maintaining field devices including HART, FOUNDATION fieldbus, and Profibus PA devices. Any person using a MobiLink Power must have read and fully understood the safety requirements and working instructions in this guide.

Typographic conventions
The following conventions are used throughout our product documentation: Keys, buttons, menu items, commands, and other elements involving user interaction are set in bold font, and menu sequences are separated by an arrow Open Start à Control Panel à Programs Buttons from the user interface are enclosed in brackets and set to bold typeface Press [Start] to start the application Coding samples, file extracts and screen output is set in Courier font type MaxDlsapAddressSupported=23 Filenames and directories are written in italics Device description files are located in C: \<Application name>\delivery\software\Device Description files

CAUTION
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Note
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Hint
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Document history

Related Documentation
The following documentation describes the initial startup of your MobiLink Power and how to operate the device with the supported application software. See the product website for more info and downloads:

• Getting Started – Quick Guide V1.00 (shipped with the boxed product)
• Communication Configuration Tool – User Guide V2.23
• MOBILINKdtm – User Guide V1.30

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About mobiLink Power
Mobilink Power is a mobile communication device that interfaces via the USB port with FDI any common FDT frame application and configuration tool (e.g. Communication Configuration Tool) on your PC or tablet. Using a specific driver mobiLink Power also connects to the Yokogawa Field device management tool FieldMate.

Intended use
Mobilink Power is designed to configure, manage, and power HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, or PROFIBUS PA field devices. It may be used both in full-scale field installations and offsite on the workbench. As mobiLink Power supplies power to the connected devices, a powered HART loop or powered fieldbus segment is not required. Mobilink Power must not be used in hazardous areas with intrinsically safe circuits. If you need to access intrinsic safe circuits please use our standard mobiLink.

Note
Avoid interference with a running system. Exercise utmost care when using Mobilink Power in operational plants. Ensure that working with mobiLink Power does not cause process disruption leading to damage, injury, or death. Follow all safety precautions and work procedures in this document!

Delivery and downloads
The following components are shipped in the product box: mobiLink Power unit

• USB cable (2m)
• set of testing cables red/black with clamp (1m)
• printed Getting Started Guide

The following components are available for download from the product page:

• Mobilink manager
• Communication Configuration Tool
• MOBILINKdtm
• PACTware
• mobiLink FDI commServer

Functional description

HART (HART N)
3 HART red (connector)| HART (HART P)
4 HART (LED)| indicates that the device is in HART communication.
5 Fieldbus Power (LED)| power supply to field device is preparing (flashing) , active (steady), or overload (slow flashing)
6 Power (LED)| steady green: USB is connected
7 USB (connector)| USB-C Type for communication and power supply
8 Power (button)| ON/OFF power supply
9 FIELDBUS (LED)| indicates that the device is in Fieldbus communication

Safety
Mobilink Power must be operated by qualified personnel only. The operator is responsible for the transportation, operation, and maintenance of the product. Personal safety and protection of the equipment is ensured only if mobiLink Power is used as intended. To ensure the safety of personnel and equipment, mobiLink Power must be used as intended by the manufacturer and in accordance with this manual. Local laws and regulations applicable to the use of this device must be observed.

Warning of use
During startup, mobiLink Power tries to verify the operation mode against the connected Fieldbus. If fieldbus terminals are connected to an operating 4-20 mA link this will compromise the analog process value. Make sure to use the correct connections and mode.

Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

Maintenance
Mobilink Power does not contain any serviceable parts. The device may only be maintained and repaired by Softing. Opening the housing renders the warranty null and void.

Installing and using mobiLink Power
Unpacking and inspecting mobiLink Power
mobiLink Power is shipped with the parts listed in Chapter Delivery and downloads.

Prior to use
Before you install MobiLink Power check the integrity of the device as any of the following poses a safety risk:

• external damage to the housing
• damage to the insulation of the test leads
• Exposure to voltages exceeding the specified parameters
• Incorrect storage of the unit
• damage sustained in transit
• Incomplete or illegible certificates or labels

Note
If the device is damaged, contact Softing Support immediately.

Preparing for startup
Before using mobiLink Power in combination with the FOUNDATION Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA protocol for the first time, make sure that your mobiLink Power is running the latest firmware version for the supported protocols. See the product website for the latest firmware version and Chapter Firmware update on how to install the firmware. When you connect mobiLink Power to a host device over the USB port, mobiLink Power automatically starts USB communication.

Installing and using mobiLink Power
Unpacking and inspecting mobiLink Power
mobiLink Power is shipped with the parts listed in Chapter Delivery and downloads.

Prior to use
Before you install MobiLink Power check the integrity of the device as any of the following

poses a safety risk

• external damage to the housing
• damage to the insulation of the test leads
• exposure to voltages exceeding the specified parameters
• incorrect storage of the unit
• damage sustained in transit
• incomplete or illegible certificates or labels

Note
If the device is damaged, contact Softing Support immediately.

Preparing for Startup

Before using mobiLink Power in combination with the FOUNDATION Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA protocol for the first time, make sure that your mobiLink Power is running the latest firmware version for the supported protocols. See the product website for the latest firmware version and Chapter Firmware update on how to install the firmware. When you connect mobiLink Power to a host device over the USB port, mobiLink Power automatically starts USB communication.

Setting up a HART connection

Connect mobiLink Power to a HART environment as shown above.

CAUTION
Mobilink Power may only be connected in parallel to a field device and NEVER in parallel to the load resistor. Otherwise, power detection may fail and the additional voltage supplied over FIELDBUS POWER will distort the measuring
results. Connect mobiLink Power via the USB port with your PC. It will start automatically. Press the power button for about 2 seconds. The FIELDBUS POWER LED starts flashing.

Note
The power supply may also be enabled via the MobiLink Power API software. Start an application of your choice on your PC. Select mobiLink Power as the HART interface.

Note
The mode of operation is selected by the application used (MOBILINKdtm or ComConf). mobilink Power checks if the electrical conditions on the interface match the selected mode. Mobilink Power must therefore be connected to a HART device or fieldbus segment before the application is started. Verify that the HART LED is indicating HART mode. The LED is flashing every 2 seconds. When mobiLink Power is powering the Fieldbus link, the FIELDBUS POWER LED is ON. When the Fieldbus link has its own power supply, the FIELDBUS POWER LED is OFF.

CAUTION
Mobilink Power will not power the HART loop if an active power source is in use detected. However, if an external power is added later, the power output will not be deactivated automatically. An additional external power source may damage the system. If mobiLink Power detects an overload condition or a short circuit on the HART loop, it will deactivate the power supply within less than a second. This mode is indicated by a slowly flashing Fieldbus Power LED flashing slowly. mobilink Power checks the loop at 5-second intervals if the overload or short circuit is resolved and restores power if applicable.

Using MobiLink Power in a fieldbus environment
FOUNDATION Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA use the same physical layer on your mobiLink Power. The device checks the fieldbus voltage and the polarity during start-up. If a problem is detected, mobiLink Power will not set up a connection.mobiLink Power supplies power to field devices. So no further external components are required. In comparison to standard power supplies, some limitations apply. As mobiLink Power supplies only up to 40mA and cannot power an entire fieldbus segment. A typical use case is supplying one single device to be configured and parameterized in bench operation mode. Besides this bench operation mobiLink Power interfaces with fully installed and already powered (and terminated) links. In this case, the internal power supply will not be activated and mobiLink Power will draw 10mA from the link.

CAUTION
If an external power supply is connected and activated, mobiLink Power draws approximately 10 mA from the fieldbus segment when connected to your PC. Ensure that the field bus power supply covers the additional current. If the power
supply is running near its capacity, connecting the mobiLink Power may result in loss of communication.

Note
If you intend to access field devices over FOUNDATION Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA you will need to acquire a separate license. See Chapter Licencing mobiLink Power for FF and PA 16 for details.

Setting up a Fieldbus connection

1. Connect mobiLink Power to a fieldbus environment as shown above.

2. Connect mobiLink Power to your PC via USB.

3. Press the power button for about 2 seconds. The FIELDBUS POWER LED will start automatically. Power will only be supplied after the FF or PA protocol has been started by the application (Step 5).
   Note
   The power supply may also be enabled via the MobiLink Power API software.

4. Start an application of your choice on your PC.

5. Select mobiLink Power as the fieldbus interface.
   Note
   The mode of operation is selected by the application used (MOBILINKdtm or ComConf). mobilink Power checks if the electrical conditions on the interface match the selected mode. mobilink Power must therefore be connected to a HART device or fieldbus segment before the application is started.

6. Verify that the FIELDBUS LED is indicating fieldbus mode. The LED is flashing every 2 seconds. When mobiLink Power is powering the Fieldbus link, the FIELDBUS POWER LED is ON. When the Fieldbus link has its own power supply, the FIELDBUS POWER LED is OFF.

CAUTION
mobiLink Power will not power on the FF/PA segment if it an active power source is in use and detected. However, if an external power is added later, the power output will not be deactivated automatically. An additional external power source may damage the system. If mobiLink Power detects an overload condition or a short circuit on the FF/PA segment, it will deactivate the power supply within less than a second. This mode is indicated by a slowly flashing Fieldbus Power LED flashing slowly. mobilink Power checks the loop at 5-second intervals if the overload or short circuit is resolved and restores power if applicable.

FF/PA Segment Termination
mobiLink Power has built-in segment terminators which are automatically activated when power is supplied to the segment. When the segment draws on an external power supply, no terminator is activated by default. Terminators can be activated and deactivated in the mobiLink API software. If an internal power supply is active, at least one terminator will be switched on (which means it is not possible to deactivate both terminators in this case).

Special notes for PROFIBUS PA
All PROFIBUS PA masters must use the same bus parameters per PA segment. Mobilink Power has been tested and approved in conjunction with the following PA Masters:

• Softing Gateways (plate PA/PB, mbGate PA)
• Siemens PA Link (IM-153)
• Pepperl + Fuchs SK3
• Pepperl + Fuchs Basic Segment Coupler

Restrictions
The following PA masters are not able to communicate with mobiLink Power: Pepperl + Fuchs SK1 & SK2 For details on how to set the bus parameters see the corresponding MOBILINKdtm User Guide.

Licensing mobiLink Power for FF and PA

To use mobiLink Power for FOUNDATION Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA you will need to activate acorresponding license. The license is optional and is not included in the standard delivery.

1. Open the MobiLink Manager you downloaded previously to read out the Host ID.
2. Select the Licensing tab.
3. Click [Read] for the MobiLink Power you wish to license. The Host ID is displayed.
4. Click [Copy].
5. Go to the Softing Industrial website and click the icon in the upper right corner to register yourself or select this My Softing Portal link. When you are registered and logged in you are directed to the My Softing page.
6. Click [Register License].
7. Enter the license key from your License Certificate in the license key input field. You will have received the License Certificate when you purchased the FOUNDATION Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA license.
8. Paste the host ID you copied in Step 4 into the Host ID field of the My Softing page.
9. Click [Register License]. A license file is generated.
10. Click [Download] to save the license file to your PC.
11. Switch to the MobiLink Manager application.
12.  Select the mobiLink Power with the corresponding Host ID.
13.  Click the icon to search for the license file on your PC and click [Open]. The progress bar shows the installation status. You will be notified when the installation is completed.

Updating the firmware
For updating the mobiLink Power firmware you can choose among three different firmware files each addressing one of the supported protocols: HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA.

1. Download the latest firmware version from the product site to your PC. Each supported protocol has its own firmware version. So you will have to choose one or all of the three files (HART, FF, PA) for download.
2. Start the MobiLink Manager on your PC.
3. Select the Firmware Update tab.
4. Select a mobiLink Power device. The window will display all devices to which you are connected.
5. Click the icon to select the firmware file you just downloaded. The version of the firmware is shown in the Firmware Tag field.
6. Click [Start Firmware Update]. The progress bar in the bottom right corner indicates the update status. When the update is completed you will see the status message Firmware update succeeded.

Installing mobiLink Power applications
Before you can work with your MobiLink Power you have to install either a mobiLink FDI Communication Server (for FDI host systems), the MOBILINKdtm (for FDT frame applications), or the Communication Configuration Tool (ComConf). To update the MobiLink Power firmware and manage optional licenses you will also need to install the mobiLink Manager. You can download all software applications from the MobiLink product site. Download the latest software application. Double-click the setup file to start the installation.

Note
You will need administration access rights to install the software. Start the setup as described above and authorize the installation with your access data in a UAC dialog. Make sure that “Softing AG” is mentioned in the UAC dialog as a verified publisher. If you are logged on as administrator you will only need to confirm your choice. Select the installation language. Follow the install wizard instructions.
Note
Contact Softing Support if an error occurs during installation. Repeat the download and installation steps for the MobiLink Manager.

Technical data

Fieldbus Interface (Foundation Fieldbus / PROFIBUS-PA)

Connection| Polarized 4 mm banana type jacks (red /black)
Physical Layer| according to IEC 61158-2, Type 1: 31.25 Kbit/s, voltage mode
Nominal input current (Fieldbus)| 10 mA (with Ufieldbus > 9.0 V)
Fieldbus Terminator| 2 Fieldbus Terminators included (switchable by software)
Input Voltage| +9 … +32 V
Fieldbus Power Output (switchable by software)        10,5 … 25,5V, 40mA
HART Interface
Connection| 4mm banana type jacks (red / black)
Physical Layer| HART FSK compliant modem
switchable HART Power Supply| min. 16V @22,5mA internal resistor 300Ohm max. 25,5V
USB
Speed| USB 2.0 Full Speed
Connector| USB Type C
Electrical| 5 V, 500 mA

port sensible to ESD

Environmental Conditions
Ingress protection| IP54 (with USB covered with cap)
Operating temperature| -20 °C .. +50 °C
Drop| 1 m

Declaration of conformity
This product is in conformity with the provisions of the following European Directives.

• 2014/30/EU “EMC” The EMC Directive 2014/30/EU “Electromagnetic Compatibility” ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not generate, or is not affected by electromagnetic disturbance.
• 2011/65/EU “RoHS” The RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU “Restriction of Hazardous Substances” covers the use and the amount of certain hazardous substances that can be used in electrical and electronic equipment to prevent these substances from entering the production process and thereby keep them out of the waste stream.
• 2012/19/EU “WEEE” The WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU “Waste of electrical and electronic equipment” is closely linked to the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive). It ensures that customers can return their WEEE free of charge.

Declaration of conformity

This product is in conformity with the provisions of the following European Directives.

• 2014/30/EU “EMC” The EMC Directive 2014/30/EU “Electromagnetic Compatibility” ensures that electrical and electronic equipment does not generate, or is not affected by electromagnetic disturbance. 2011/65/EU “RoHS” The
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU “Restriction of Hazardous Substances” covers the use and the amount of certain hazardous substances that can be used in electrical and electronic equipment to prevent these substances from entering the production process and thereby keep them out of the waste stream.
• 2012/19/EU “WEEE” The WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU “Waste of electrical and electronic equipment” is closely linked to the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
  equipment (RoHS Directive). It ensures that customers can return their WEEE free of charge.

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References

• Industrial Communication solutions and products for Process- and Factory Automation
• Login | Softing
• Bluetooth & USB Interface for HART, FF & Profibus PA | Softing
• USB interface for PROFIBUS PA, HART, FOUNDATION fieldbus | Softing
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