USB Interface ( FF-USB ) to Access FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus H1 Networks

FF-usb provides direct access to FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 segments and field devices. This USB interface does not interfere with any running process control system. The product includes a free Communication DTM and offers a programming interface for integration into proprietary systems.

FF-USB

Overview

FF-USB : Quick and Easy Access to FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 Networks

  • Direct access to FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 networks from any notebook or PC via USB interface
  • Ideal for shop floor usage due to small form factor and portability
  • Temporary attachment to fieldbus and interaction with individual field devices
  • Cost-effective and interference-free access to running plants, eliminating need to install expensive stationary equipment

FF-USB : Full Parameterization, Configuration and Monitoring Functionality

  • Ideally suited as mobile device for tasks like pre-configuration and firmware updates
  • Capable of configuring small FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 networks and monitoring individual field devices, Function Blocks and Function Block parameters
  • Combination of functionality associated with different products in only one device
  • Ideal companion for everyday shop floor usage

FF-USB : Easy Integration into FDT Frame Applications and Other Systems

  • High-performance FOUNDATION Fieldbus Communication DTM supporting all standard FDT frame applications
  • Enabling data exchange between devices connected to FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 network and Device DTM
  • Support of compliant asset management systems
  • Tight integration into individual configuration and device parameterization systems via API
  • Direct FFusb integration into Yokogawa’s FieldMate configuration tool, version R2.03 or higher

Technical details

Hardware Processor Renesas M32
RAM 1MB
Flash 1MB
Software FOUNDATION Fieldbus Functionality
  • Automatic detection of LAS or “Visitor” role
  • Acyclic read/write access to FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 field device parameters
  • Acyclic read-only access to process values of FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 field devices
Fieldbus Interface Supported Protocol FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1
Interface FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 Network
Connector 3 pin screw connector, galvanically isolated
Transfer Rate 31.25KBit/s
LED Indication FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 power, USB status, traffic
Additional Information Power Supply Powered over USB (5V, 300mA)
Power Consumption from Fieldbus 13mA
Degree of Protection IP20
Operation / Storage Temperature 0°C…+55°C / -20°C…+70°C
Housing / Dimensions Aluminium / 69mm x 24mm x 124mm
Weight Approximately 200g
Cooling Convection, no fan
Certification CE EN 61000-6-2; EN 61000-6-4; EN 55022 Limit Class A
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
VCCI Class 2 Information Technology Equipment 2002
Shock / Vibration DIN IEC 68 – Part 2
Application Interface FDT / DTM Communication DTM for FDT V1.2 conformant frame application
API FFusb API Interface Description, V1.01
System Requirements PC / Notebook USB Interface
Supported Operating Systems Windows XP, Windows 7 (as of August 2011)

Order Numbers

DUA-KK-020300 FFusb
DUL-KK-020302 FFusb with Test Equipment Set

Scope of Delivery

Hardware FFusb, USB 2.0 cable, FOUNDATION Fieldbus connector (3 pin screw connector)
Software USB driver, API
Documentation API manual, DTM manual, Yokogawa FieldMate Interface manual

Additional Products and Services

APL-KL-020601 Fieldbus Labkit
TSA-KK-023001 Introductory Training “FOUNDATION Fieldbus” This training is not offered as a standard training course, but tailored to individual customer requirements. It is usually held as part of a workshop and in connection with an integration project.

FF-H1COMM-DTM

FDT Support for the Softing FFusb Interface Card
The FOUNDATION fieldbus (FF) H1 Communication Device Type Manager (DTM) allows Field Device Tool (FDT) conformant frame applications to access an FF H1 network via Softing’s FFusb interface card. It provides a flexible and mobile solution for easy parameterization and diagnostics of individual FF H1 field devices.
  • Comprehensive Range of Use
  • Fast Commissioning Description Files
  • Easy Licensing

Comprehensive Range of Use with Standard FDT Frame Applications

The FF H1 Communication DTM provides seamless integration of standard FDT frame applications like SMART VISION, FieldMate, Field Device Manager, FieldCare or PACTware with Softing’s USB to FF H1 interface card FFusb. It allows transparent access to field devices supporting the FDT standard, which are connected to the referring FF H1 network. Comprehensive FDT / DTM functionality is supported, including easy parameterization and diagnostics.

Fast Commissioning of FF H1 Networks

The FF H1 Communication DTM is designed to assist in the commissioning of FF installations using a universal FDT based software tool. It provides a modern user interface including tooltips and online help. If the Device DTMs of the individual FF H1 field devices connected to the FFusb interface card are available at the PC together with the FDT frame application, these field devices are automatically identified and entered into the live list together with all included device and manufacturer information. Furthermore, the FF H1 Communication DTM provides a logging mechanism for error and trace messages, connection monitoring, and supports the FDT upload and download functionality.

Easy Licensing with FFusb Interface Card

The FF H1 Communication DTM is included in the scope of delivery of the Softing FFusb interface card. Thus the FFusb license also includes the FF H1 Communication DTM license and no additional license needs to be obtained to make use of the individual FF H1 Communication DTM advantages. Alternatively, the FF H1 Communication DTM can be downloaded from the Softing website free of charge.

Additional Information

FF-H1COMM-DTM Data Sheet

Technical Data

Supported Services Connect
Disconnect
Read
Write
Additional Functions RES2
Level Support SmIdentify Level 0 Support
FmsInitiate Level 0 Support
FmsAbort Level 0 Support
FmsRead Level 0 Support
FmsWrite Level 0 Support
Conformity Communication DTM for FDT 1.2 Conformant Frame Application
Certificate FDT Group Certification
FDT Frame Application Test Systems Used dtmINSPECTOR
PACTware
FieldCare
FieldMate
System Requirements PC / Notebook USB 2.0 Interface
Supported Operating Systems Windows XP, Windows 7 (as of August 2011)
Hardware Softing FFusb Interface
Software FDT Frame Application

Scope of Delivery

FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 Communication DTM The FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 Communication DTM is part of the scope of delivery of the Softing FFusb Interface. It can also be downloaded free of charge under “Downloads”.

Order Number

DUA-KK-020300 FFusb Interface
DUL-KK-020302 FFusb Interface + Test Equipment Set

Additional Products and Services

TRA-FF-GL Introductory Training “FOUNDATION fieldbus”
This training is not offered as a standard training course, but tailored to individual customer requirements. It is usually held as part of a workshop and in connection with an integration project.

Accessories

Test Equipment Set
The Test equipment set for FFusb is a two-wire measuring lead with 3 different styles of probe adapters: test probe, clamp-type test probe and crocodile clip. Especially designed to be used together with the FFusb in field-level use cases.

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Fieldbus Labkit
Ideal for Bench Host Applications in Combination with Softing’s FFusbThe Fieldbus labkit consists out of two 1,20m H1 fieldbus cable and a Relcom F11 labkit – a consistent useful combination of power conditioner and hub.

Order Number:

APL-KL-020601        fieldbus labkit

Additional Information:

FF Fieldbus Labkit Data Sheet

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