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ABUS Technologies ATxBlock Temperature Transmitter User Manual

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ATxBlock

Adaptor connections to the ATxBlock

The transmitter requires to be powered during the configuration. Depending on

the PC used, the power can be supplied by the serial port. To assure proper

communication, it is recommended to apply external power to the ATxBlock. The

ATxConfig Adaptor provides a 9 V battery socket for powering the transmitter during

the configuration.

Note: Do not use the battery if the transmitter is being powered by another supply or

connected to the process, as in figure below.

ATxBlock-ATxConfig Adaptor wiring (loop powered).Terminal 5 is left opened.

ATxConfig screen in shown in figure below. All user parameters can the seen

and/or modified by either typing a value or selecting among the available options. The

help menu provides further information about the software and the transmitter.