Meriam MFT 4010 Modular Calibrator_HART Communicator - Manual (Page 79)

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PC Requirements for Download Operations
Meriam recommends IBM compatible Pentium I PCs or higher for download operations. The PC should have
an available RS-232 port, minimum modem speed of 28K and access to Internet service. USB ports can be
used with USB to Serial adapters as well.
Preparing the MFT for Updating
All MFT models come ready to connect to an IBM compatible PC using the DB-9 socket located at the bottom
of the MFT enclosure. A six-foot male DB-9 to female DB-9 cable (P/N A90047-00052) is shipped with each
handheld. Similar cables are acceptable. Connect the MFT to the PC and power up the MFT using fresh
internal batteries or the optional AC Adapter (P/N 9B000007). The MFT is ready for download operations.
Preparing to Download
Establish connection to the Download Site at
http://www.meriam.com/customers/login.asp . Click on the
“Download Site” link to access all download functions. A list of currently available DOF’s for HART device
communication can be viewed at the
http://www.meriam.com/customers/past.asp website. Click “Available
DOFs” option to view an up to date list of available DOF’s.
Using the Download Site
The log in page of the Download Site requires the user to enter a valid User Name and Password to
authenticate user identity and permit entry to the Site. These two codes are initially assigned by Meriam and
can be found on a card included with shipment. Locate the card and place in a safe place for future reference.
Once a user is logged on to the Site, the Latest Release Notes screen appears listing and describing the most
recent firmware releases posted and the posting date. Individual files can be downloaded from the detailed
description page of each DOF or firmware file listed. Also available on this screen are the navigation buttons
for Current Release Notes, File Download Area, and Subscriber Options.
The Current Release Notes screen describes the most recent firmware releases available and dates posted.
Five (5) columns are shown on this page: Date, Title, Description, Manufacturer, Model. These categories will
assist the user in finding the release descriptions of the DOF, DPC Manager or MFT Firmware releases of
interest. Individual files can be downloaded from the detailed description page of each DOF or firmware file
listed. Each column can be sorted to assist searches of the release database. Also available on this screen are
the navigation buttons for Latest Release Notes, File Download Area, and Subscriber Options.
The File Download Area screen is the actual download page. Select from a list of downloadable firmware files
(including DPC Manager for the MFT, MFT Firmware, and DOF’s) by locating the file name of interest with the
PC mouse and left clicking. Dialog boxes guide the user through the process. Multiple files can be
downloaded. Dialog boxes again guide the user through the process. Also available on this screen are the
navigation buttons for Latest Release Notes, Current Release Notes, and Subscriber Options.
Subscriber Options.
The Subscriber Options screen provides useful account information and is displayed immediately upon first
log in. User Name and Password for the account are listed, as well as the subscription expiration date. In
addition, this screen allows the user to customize the account Password. The user should also provide contact
information and e-mail address that allows Meriam to provide notification of new firmware updates, DOF
releases, and subscription period expiration. Press the “Update Subscriber Options” button to save all
Subscriber Options changes.
To report downloading difficulties, please contact Meriam at (216) 281-1100 or [email protected].
DPC Manager Installation Utility
The DPC Manager Installation utility is used to upgrade MFT firmware and to install DOFs for HART device
communication. It should be installed onto the host PC using the DPC Manager CD included with shipment of
the handheld, or from the Meriam Download Site, where it can be found at the bottom of the File Download
Area page. The DPC Manager Utility coordinates download operations from the host PC to the MFT. Periodic
improvements may be incorporated into DPC Manager. Therefore, Meriam recommends periodic comparison
of the version installed to the latest available version on the Download Site to insure use of the most current
version. The DPC Manager version number can be found under the Help tool bar option by selection the
“About DPC Manager” option. Directions for using the DPC Manager are found under the Help tool bar option
by selecting the “Help Topics” option.