GE Valve Software Tools MN-Valvue-FF-IOM Service Manual

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Page 1 - ValVue* FF (Rev B)

GE EnergyMasoneilan* ProductsValVue* FF (Rev B) Maintenance ManualValVue-FF is a software tool to configure, calibrate, and operate FOUNDATION Fieldbu

Page 2 - Warranty

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVPviii GE Energy42 Device Selection Dialog Box...

Page 3 - Contents

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP84 GE EnergyPosition Limits FrameUse the Position Limits frame (Figure 74) parameters to limit the valve, force the

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85 Limit Switch Threshold Configuration ServicesLimit Testing1. Isolate the valve from the process.2. Place the FVP in Manual Operating State. The val

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP86 GE EnergyCAUTION Use the Time 2 failsafe only for a critical process that must be forced into its failsafe posit

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87 Actuator Page Configuration ServicesActuator PageThe Actuator tab (Figure 77) displays Transducer Block (TB) valve actuator and diagnostics limit i

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP88 GE EnergyDiagnostic ParametersThe following diagnostic parameters can be set to values useful to notify if servi

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89 AO Block Tab Configuration ServicesAO Block TabUse this tab (Figure 78) to set limits on the Set Point received from another function block in (Cas

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP90 GE EnergyAO Set Point Down Rate Limit (%)See Set Point Up Rate Limit (%).AO Block OptionsThis dialog box (Figure

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91 AO Block Options Configuration ServicesFaultstate Type The output action to take when a fault occurs. Uncheck to freeze, check to go to a preset va

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP92 GE EnergyPID BlockThis page (Figure 80) is used to setup the PID process controller configuration parameters mai

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93 PID Block Configuration ServicesOutput Rate High LimitThis is the ramp rate at which upward Set Point changes are acted on in Auto mode, in PV unit

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ix 88 Stroke Valve Message Box...10689 Progress Dialog Box

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP94 GE EnergyPID Control and Status OptionSelect the PID Control and Status Options button to open the controller op

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95 PID Control and Status Option Configuration ServicesSP Track Retain Permits the Set Point to track the RCAS or CAS parameter based on the retained

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP96 GE EnergyOptionsThe Options tab (Figure 82) contains configurations of other settings including characterization

Page 17 - Safety Information

97 Characterization Frame Configuration ServicesEqual percent (50:1) Equal percentage with rangeability of 50 to 1. For equal incre-ments of input, th

Page 18 - Product Safety

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP98 GE Energy21000 series Model # 21X2X or 41000 series Model # 41X2X with EQUAL PERCENTAGE TRIMLinear Not recommend

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99 Custom Characterization Dialog Configuration ServicesCustom Characterization Dialog BoxUse the Characterization dialog box (Figure 83) to define ch

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP100 GE EnergyNOTE When the characteristic is linear, the displays of PID output, position setpoint and target valve

Page 21 - ValVueFF Specifications

101 Custom Characterization Dialog Configuration ServicesCustom LinearizationSelect the Custom Linearization menu item in the Characterization dialog

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP102 GE EnergyTo configure this option:1. Select Define from the Options tab Characterization pick list and click Cu

Page 23 - Getting Started With ValVueFF

103 Pressure Frame Configuration ServicesPressure FramePressure Units This is the unit code in TB.SPRING_RANGE parameter that affects output pressure

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVPx GE Energy134 Test Graph Result - Normal...

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Page 26 - Wiring Requirements

1058Calibration ServicesOverviewCalibration Services provides tools to set valve stroke and tune the dynamic parameters for position control. Each set

Page 27 - NI-FBUS Software

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP106 GE EnergyFigure 87 Calibration Dialog Box - Range TabFind Range ResultThe Find Range Result field displays the

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107 Manual Stop Limits Calibration Services3. Click Yes to continue. The actuator is fully exhausted and then fully filled. The position at each stop

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP108 GE Energy2. Press Exhaust Air Limit Confirm and the actuator moves to the second stop and wait for confirmation

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109 Tuning Tab Calibration ServicesTuning TabUse the Tuning dialog box to automatically tune the positioner's PID algorithm and examine the posit

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP110 GE EnergyI (seconds) Integral time or reset time, is the time constant of integral control. Higher values of I

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111 Auto Tune Calibration ServicesAuto TuneTo run Auto Tune.WARNING Observe all safety precautions.1. Isolate the valve from the process.2. Select the

Page 33 - ValVueFF Administration

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP112 GE EnergySearch Stops and Auto Tune In One StepThis procedure is a combination of Auto Stop Limits, Find Stops

Page 34 - Installing ValVueFF

113 Calibrating Calibration ServicesCalibrating1. Perform Auto or Manual stops procedures to clear previous calibration adjustments.2. Select 0% Calib

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xi 180 Out of Service at Startup...218181 Manual State.

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP114 GE Energy4. Select Yes.5. Select Span Calibration. 6. Change the Target Pos value by:a. Entering a number or by

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115 Advanced Tab Calibration ServicesAdvanced TabNormally dynamic position control parameters are established by the Auto Tune procedure. Use this tab

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP116 GE EnergyAdvanced Servo Tuning ParametersThe Advanced Servo Tuning Parameters frame provides two views for comp

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117 Advanced (Double Acting) Tuning Calibration ServicesAdvanced (Double Acting) Tuning ParametersThe Advanced (Double Acting) tuning parameters dialo

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1199PID Block and Trending ServicesOverviewThe PID Process Controller dialog box (Figure 96) contains the tools for managing the PID function block. T

Page 42 - Trial Period

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP120 GE EnergyPID Status FrameStates and ModesThe permitted states of the PID block are grouped in the State frame:R

Page 43 - Registration

121 Simulation Function PID Block and TrendingSimulation FunctionThe simulation state is allowed only for training privilege level 8.ValVueFF provides

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP122 GE EnergyOthers - Tuning ParametersTo adjust process tuning parameters:CAUTION Changing tuning parameters to in

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123 PID Output and Valve Position PID Block and TrendingPID Output and Valve PositionUse this frame (Figure 98) to adjust the PID Output and see its r

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Page 47 - ❑ Adding new user accounts

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP124 GE EnergyZoomingThe vertical axis of the graph area can be zoomed by dragging a rectangle around the area of th

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125 Viewing Valve Dynamic PID Block and Trending7. Select View > Sample Interval and Figure 102 appears. Figure 102 Sampling Interval8. Set the int

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP126 GE EnergySaving and Opening Trend FilesUse the File menu to save the trend data or load saved data for playback

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12710Saving a ConfigurationOverviewValVueFF provides tools to retrieve, copy or save FVP configuration data that can be used for offline configuration

Page 51 - Using ValVueFF

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP128 GE Energy3. Choose a .dmp file from the Open Device Configuration File dialog box (Figure 107).Figure 107 Open

Page 52 - Menu Bar

129 Downloading to the FVP Saving a ConfigurationDownloading to the FVPWhile a FVP is selected, configuration changes are downloaded to the device as

Page 53 - Menu Bar

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP130 GE Energy3. Select a device as a target from the list box (Figure 108) and select OK to confirm the selection.

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131 Download Firmware Saving a ConfigurationDownload FirmwareUse this to upgrade firmware to the field device via Foundation Fieldbus. Typical uses ar

Page 55 - Icon Toolbar

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP132 GE EnergyThis activation process temporarily halts fieldbus communication and function block executions. The so

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133 Copying a Configuration to a New Saving a ConfigurationFigure 114 Configuration Download Progress 8. After configuration it is necessary to create

Page 57 - Positioner Faceplate

xiiiValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Tables1 ValVueFF Version 2.32 Specifications...

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Page 59 - Active Faceplate

13511Diagnostic ServicesGeneralThe General tab (Figure 115) on the Diagnostics page displays the service history for continuous data. The continuous d

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP136 GE EnergySelf CheckThe Self Check tab (Figure 116) on the Diagnostics page tests the performance parameters use

Page 61 - Selected Device Frame

137 Self Test Explanation Diagnostic ServicesSelf Test ExplanationInternal Gain This describes the forward gain of control valve system. The forward g

Page 62 - ❑ Out of Service

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP138 GE EnergySignature TabThe Signature function is a component of the diagnostic function (Figure 117). This funct

Page 63 - Device Selection

139 Signature Selection Frame Diagnostic Services❑ High Resolution Actuator Signature: High resolution static characteristic of the control valve.❑ St

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP140 GE Energy❑ Selecting Show displays the signature result. Refer to “Signature Graphs” on page 142 for details.

Page 65 - Setup Menu

141 Signature Measurement Diagnostic ServicesAO Output Value of input signal of FVP110. AO block OUT.VALUEActual Position (red) Curve of feedback sign

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP142 GE EnergySignature GraphsAfter signature measurement completes, the signature graphs dialog box appears. Based

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143 Signature Graphs Diagnostic ServicesA pop-up menu displays in the center of selected graph area (Figure 122). Or move the cursor to the area of si

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP144 GE EnergyShow Set Points For Step Response Test only. Checking/Unchecking Show Set Point from a pop-up menu dis

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145 Signature Graphs Diagnostic ServicesSaving Signature GraphsTo save a group of graphs:❑ Select File > Save.To save a specific graph:1. Move the

Page 71 - Configuration Services

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP146 GE EnergyGraph Scale SetupUse this (Figure 124) to setup signature graph windows display area. X-Axis: Display

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147 Signature Notes Diagnostic ServicesInput/Output ParametersSignature input and output parameter properties including engi-neering unit, range limit

Page 73 - Device Tag/Address

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP148 GE EnergyFigure 126 Signature Notes4. Enter notes and click OK.

Page 74 - View Menu

149 Signature Setting Frame Diagnostic ServicesSignature Setting FrameThis frame consists of changing the settings for performing the various signatur

Page 75 - PID Controller

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP150 GE EnergyMeasurement ParametersTo open the Signature Setting dialog box (Figure 128):❑ Click Standard Actuator

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151 Extended Actuator Signature Diagnostic ServicesExtended Actuator SignatureThis measures the in-out characteristics of the control valve in the use

Page 77 - Device Operation State

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP152 GE EnergyRecommended Scan Time [s]Recommended scanning time. Scan Time[s] This determines the measuring time. U

Page 78 - Tools Menu

153 Step Response Test Diagnostic ServicesStep Response TestThis signature function measures the step response characteristic of the control valve sys

Page 79 - Query Device

11ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Safety InformationThis section provides safety information including safety symbols that are used on the FVP110 a

Page 80 - Rescan Devices

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP154 GE EnergyCAUTION The FVP must be OOS.❑ Cyclical w/o Deadband- Click this radio button to enable cyclical testin

Page 81 - Help Menu

155 Step Response Test Diagnostic ServicesNum of Samples Sampling points of each step: range is 20 to 600 points. Pause displays the delay before samp

Page 82 - Offline Use of ValVueFF

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP156 GE EnergyTherefore, the application displays a dialog box at the center of the graph area after a multi step re

Page 83 - Setup Wizard Procedure

157 Step Response Test Diagnostic ServicesFigure 134 Test Graph Result - NormalFigure 135 Result Analysis - Normal

Page 84 - Step 1: Welcome

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP158 GE EnergyCyclicalFigure 136 shows the data setup to produce the graph in Figure 137 and the tabular results in

Page 85 - Step 2: Actuator Wizard

159 Step Response Test Diagnostic ServicesFigure 138 Result Analysis - CyclicalCyclical with DeadbandFigure 139 shows the data setup to produce the gr

Page 86 - Step 3: Tuning Wizard

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP160 GE EnergyFigure 140 Test Graph Result - Cyclical with DeadbandFigure 141 Result Analysis - Cyclical with Deadba

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161 Step Response Test Diagnostic ServicesResolutionFigure 142 shows the data setup to produce the graph in Figure 143 and the tabular results in Figu

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP162 GE EnergyFigure 144 Result Analysis - ResolutionPositioner SignatureThis signature function measures the static

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163 Positioner Signature Diagnostic ServicesFigure 145 Position Signature Setting Dialog Box

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP2 GE EnergyProduct SafetyThis software is intended for use with Masoneilan FVP positioners only. For positioners in

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16512Query and Reporting ServicesQuery ServicesQuery Device General TabQuery Services are useful for viewing each FVP parameter. Access this by severa

Page 93 - Step 6: Finish Setup Wizard

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP166 GE Energy2. Select Read and the reply field populates (Figure 147).Figure 147 Reply List PopulatedQuery Device

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167 Query Device Block Parameters Query and Reporting ServicesTo see the parameter value:1. Select a parameter from the pull-down list (Figure 149) us

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP168 GE EnergyReporting ServicesConfiguration ReportThis program provides a Configuration Report feature that captur

Page 96 - General Page

169 Using Report Generation Query and Reporting ServicesTo save the report into a file:❑ Select File Save on the browser menu bar. To print a hard cop

Page 97 - Others Installed

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP170 GE EnergyCommunication Error LogOccasionally, Foundation Fieldbus reports communication errors. For example, if

Page 98 - Position Tab

171 Communication Error Log Query and Reporting ServicesFigure 156 Error LogDevice FV 101 DI View2 Aborted @ 15:10:19Device FV 101 DI View2 Aborted @

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Page 100 - Position Limits Frame

17313Failsafe HandlingIntroductionFor the selected positioner, ValVueFF constantly monitors the status of the Transducer Block (TB) actual valve posit

Page 101 - Fault Control

3 Product Safety ValVueFF Software Interface toUse only genuine replacement parts which are provided by the manufacturer, to guarantee that the produc

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP174 GE EnergyFailsafe Clear LatchedThe Fail Safe Status window is updated with the Failsafe Clear Latched condition

Page 103 - Actuator Page

175 Exiting Failsafe Failsafe HandlingFailsafe Examples One and ThreeTable 12 and Table 13 list two failsafe examples. Table 14 and Table 15 on page 1

Page 104 - Model and Serial Number

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP176 GE EnergyThis step requires permission level 3, 4, 8 or 9:1. Open the Operation State dialog box.2. Select Manu

Page 105 - AO Block Tab

177 Exiting Failsafe Failsafe Handling7. Select the Clear Latch button.8. Select Yes when the dialog box request a change to OOS.Step FourThis step re

Page 106 - AO Block Options

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP178 GE Energy5. Select OK to accept the changes.6. Select Yes when a dialog warns of a change to OOS state. The Fai

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179 Exiting Failsafe Failsafe HandlingCAUTION Setting the T2 Parameter to cause failsafe after a sustained position error can cause unwanted process s

Page 108 - PID Block

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP180 GE EnergyExiting FailsafeUse this procedure to exit the failsafe mode for cases two and four:Step One1. Restore

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181 Exiting Failsafe Failsafe HandlingStep FourThis step requires permission level 2, 3,4,8 or 9:1. Open the Operation State dialog box. 2. Select Man

Page 110 - PID Control and Status Option

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183AGlossary0xf7 See hexadecimal. This is the number 247 represented in hexadecimal nota-tion. The 0x preamble indicates hexadecimal notation.1.#INF T

Page 112 - Characterization Frame

WarrantyItems sold by GE Energy are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period one (1) year from first use or eightee

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Page 114 - GE Energy

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP184 GE EnergyCAS Cascade mode A string must be typed exactly in upper-case (capital) letters and lower case. For ex

Page 115 - ❑ Right-click the point

185 Damping Coefficient The valve response may be made slower for some applications. A value of 0 gives no damping, and a value of 9 gives maximum da

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP186 GE EnergyFlexible Function Block This is similar to a Standard FB, except that the function of the block, the o

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187 HTML Hyper Text Markup LanguageThe standard language for Web Browsers is platform indepen-dent. I Integral time or reset time, is the time consta

Page 118 - - the distance from the

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP188 GE EnergyLink Master (LM) A Link Master (LM) is any device containing Link Active Sched-uler (LAS) functionali

Page 119 - Others Frame

189 Object Dictionary An Object Dictionary (OD) contains all Function Block (FB), Resource Block (RB) and Transducer Block (TB) parameters used in a

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP190 GE EnergyQuick Opening (see Characteristic) RB Resource Block RCAS Remote Cascade mode Relay, Pneumatic The c

Page 121 - Calibration Services

191 STOPS FVP The FVPI runs the STOPS procedure to adjust the positioner to actual valve travel. First the output pressure is reduced to zero, and th

Page 122 - Auto Stop Limits

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP192 GE EnergyUser Application This is based on blocks, including Resource Blocks (RBs), Func-tion Blocks (FBs) and

Page 123 - Manual Stop Limits

193BLaunching from Yokagawa and EmersonThis section describes how to launch the FF application using the Yokagawa PRM software and the Emerson Delta V

Page 124 - Open Stop Adjustment

52Introduction to ValVueFF and FVPOverviewValVueFF is a software tool that enables you to configure, calibrate, and operate FOUNDATION Fieldbus pneuma

Page 125 - Tuning Tab

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP194 GE Energy2. Enter the password and click OK and the Plant Resource Manager main screen appears (Figure 165).Fig

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195 Launching from Yokagawa PRM Launching from Yokagawa and3. Double-click on the Device Tag and the screen populates with the information (Figure 166

Page 127 - Auto Tune

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP196 GE EnergyFigure 168 PRM Main Screen Valve Selected5. Double-click the Plug-In Name and the PRM PLUG-IN ValVueFF

Page 128 - Travel Calibration Tab

197 Launching from Yokagawa PRM Launching from Yokagawa and6. Enter the Username and Password and click OK and the Open Device Dialog appears followed

Page 129 - Calibrating

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP198 GE EnergyEmerson Delta V Snap-OnTo launch from Emerson:1. Select Start > All Programs > AMS Device Manage

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199 Emerson Delta V Snap-On Launching from Yokagawa andA dialog appears (Figure 172) as parameters are read.Figure 172 Reading Parameters DialogThe ma

Page 131 - Advanced Tab

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201CConfiguring DI to TBThere are two Discrete Input Blocks (DI) in FVP, used to communicate the state of internal, software, limit switches. The Disc

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203DInstalling the Interface BoardInstalling the Interface BoardThis process consists of:1. “Installing the NI-FBUS Software”.2. Either:❑ “Installin

Page 135 - Overview

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP6 GE EnergyBlocks Supported Resource Block (RB) Transducer Block (TB) Analog Output Block (AO)Digital Input Block (

Page 136 - PID Status Frame

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP204 GE EnergyInstalling the PCMCIA CardTo install the card:CAUTION Before you remove the card from the package, tou

Page 137 - Simulation Function

205EReplacing an FVP ConfigurationReplacing an FVP ConfigurationTo replace an FVP:1. Connect to the original, source, device using ValVueFF.2. Upload

Page 138 - Others - Tuning Parameters

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Page 139 - Trending Overview

207FError MessagesAuto Tune ResultsTable 16 Auto Tune ResultsReference Message Possible Cause 1 Succeeded2 Canceled Operator selected cancel21 Exhaust

Page 140 - Customizing the Trend

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP208 GE EnergyOnline DiagnosticsThe results of online diagnostics are shown in the parameter XD_ERROR and explained

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209 Block Error Error MessagesBlock ErrorTable 18 lists parameters that reflect the error status associated with hardware or software components assoc

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP210 GE Energybit 3 Simulate Active ** bit 7 Input Failure-process variable has BAD statusbit 15 Out of Service PID

Page 143 - Saving a Configuration

211GFoundation FieldbusOverviewThis section introduces a process example and several concepts used throughout the manual. It briefly introduces Founda

Page 144 - Save to File

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP212 GE EnergyReference Model ProcessThe Heat Exchanger model, shown in Figure 174, is not a practical example but i

Page 145 - Downloading to the FVP

213 Function Block Links Foundation FieldbusFunction Block LinksEach of the control functions is represented in the Control configuration as Foundatio

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73Installation of Hardware and SoftwareGetting Started With ValVueFFThe following tools and software are needed:❑ ValVueFF software version 2.32 CD-RO

Page 147 - Download Firmware

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP214 GE EnergyFigure 177 Level Loop Block Diagram To complete the model ValVueFF (Figure 178) is temporarily connect

Page 148 - ❑ Right-click on Offline

215 Device Operational States and Foundation FieldbusThe Heat Exchanger Reference Model segment consists of a Heat Exchanger Host in a control center

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP216 GE EnergyValVueFF manages the operational states of the positioner and its embedded PID controller by controlli

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217 Multiple Modes and States Foundation FieldbusAutomatic (Auto) A local Set Point value is used by the normal block algorithm in determining the pr

Page 151 - Diagnostic Services

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP218 GE EnergyExamples of IVI Operational StatesExamples of operational states that are combinations of block modes

Page 152 - Performing a Self Test

219 Transferring to Manual State Foundation FieldbusTransferring to Manual StateUse this procedure to transfer to the manual state which allows ValVue

Page 153 - Self Test Explanation

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP220 GE EnergyFigure 181 Manual StateFigure 182 Normal State

Page 154 - Signature Tab

221 RCas Mode Foundation FieldbusRCas ModeWhen the positioner is receiving it's position Set Point from a remote computer system, such as a DCS,

Page 155 - Signature Selection Frame

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP222 GE EnergyChanging Target Operational StateWhen a configuration or other process requires any of the affected fu

Page 156 - Signature Measurement

223HFieldbus Resources and ReferencesThe following companies have web pages and additional information useful for implementing a successful Foundation

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP8 GE EnergyBefore installing the ValVueFF software, you must install the Foundation Fieldbus communications hardwar

Page 158 - Signature Graphs

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP224 GE EnergyInformationFieldbus Foundation❑ Fieldbus Standard for use in Industrial Control System Part 2: Physica

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225 National Instruments Fieldbus Resources andNational Instruments❑ Getting Started with Your AT-FBUS and the NI-FBUS Software (322736A-01)❑ NI-FBUS

Page 160 - ❑ Baseline

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BELGIUMPhone: +32-2-344-0970Fax: +32-2-344-1123BRAZILPhone: +55-11-2146-3600Fax: +55-11-2146-3610CANADAOntarioPhone: +905-335-3529Fax: +905-336-7628CH

Page 163 - Signature Notes

9 General Installation and Setup Installation of Hardware andGeneral Installation and Setup ProcedureThis manual details the use of ValVueFF software

Page 164 - 4. Enter notes and click OK

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP10 GE EnergyWiring RequirementsThere are cable requirements that must be adhered to for reliable installations. The

Page 165 - Signature Setting Frame

11 NI-FBUS Software Installation of Hardware andNI-FBUS SoftwareInstall the NI-FBUS software before installing the PCI-FBUS hardware. If you do not ha

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP12 GE EnergyConfiguring the Interface CardThe configuration of a PC for use with ValVueFF varies depending on the i

Page 167 - Extended Actuator Signature

13 NI-FBUS Software Installation of Hardware and2. Select Import DD/CFF and the browse dialog appears (Figure 3).Figure 3 Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog3

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iValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Contents ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Safety Information ...

Page 169 - Step Response Test

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP14 GE Energy8. Select OK in the Import DD_CFF Browse Dialog and click OK and a dialog appears (Figure 6).Figure 6 I

Page 170 - CAUTION The FVP must be OOS

15 NI-FBUS Software Installation of Hardware andSequencing for ConfigurationUse this procedure for sequencing a configuration 1. Set network parameter

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174ValVueFF AdministrationOverviewThis section describes the procedures for installing ValVueFF software. The ValVueFF installation procedures require

Page 173 - Step Response Test

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP18 GE EnergyInstalling ValVueFFThe following procedure details removing a previous version of ValVueFF and installi

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19 Removing a Previous Version of ValVueFF Administration2. Click Install Software and the ValVue FF CD Browser window appears (Figure 8).Figure 8 Sof

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP20 GE Energy5. Select Yes to continue. The Maintenance dialog box appears (Figure 11).Figure 11 Select Maintenance

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21 Installing ValVueFF ValVueFF AdministrationInstalling ValVueFF1. Launch the application. The ValVueFF CD Browser window appears (Figure 13).Figure

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP22 GE Energy3. Click Install Full Edition and the Preparing Setup dialog box appears followed by a dialog box (Figu

Page 178 - Positioner Signature

23 Installing ValVueFF ValVueFF Administration6. Select Next. The License Agreement dialog box appears (Figure 18).Figure 18 License Agreement 7. Sele

Page 179 - Positioner Signature

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVPii GE EnergySetup Menu...

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP24 GE Energy❑ Change to select an installation location and a browse dialog box appears. Select a location and sele

Page 181 - Query and Reporting Services

25 Installing ValVueFF ValVueFF AdministrationFigure 22 Installation Complete 11. Select Finish and a dialog appears (Figure 23).Figure 23 Use Nationa

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP26 GE EnergyTrial PeriodTo use this software for a 60 days free evaluation:1. Open ValVueFF and the Registration di

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27 Registration ValVueFF AdministrationRegistrationPermanent use of this software requires a license for each computer it is used on. You must registe

Page 184 - Reporting Services

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP28 GE Energy2. Enter your Name, Company and Serial Number, click OK and the Logon dialog appears (Figure 27). The s

Page 185 - Using Report Generation

29 Registering ValVueFF Software ValVueFF Administration4. Select HSE Support if you are using an HSE linking device. Leave this selection blank if yo

Page 186 - Communication Error Log

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP30 GE Energy8. Attach the Registration File to an email and send the email to: [email protected]. Our Customer Ser

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31 Setting User Accounts, System ValVueFF AdministrationSetting User Accounts, System Administration, Passwords, and Privilege LevelsIn a plant having

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP32 GE Energy3. Select OK and the VFAdmin dialog box appears (Figure 32).Figure 32 Adding Users in VFAdmin Dialog Bo

Page 189 - Failsafe Handling

33 Setting User Accounts, System ValVueFF AdministrationWARNING Never use the simulation state if the valve is connected in a control loop or the if t

Page 190 - Exiting Failsafe

iii Options...96Cha

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355Using ValVueFFOverviewIntegrated Valve Interface (IVI)The primary screen for displaying information in ValVueFF, the Integrated Valve Interface scr

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP36 GE EnergyFigure 33 ValVueFF Integrated Valve Interface (IVI)Menu BarTable 5 explains the menu bar functions. The

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37 Menu Bar Using ValVueFFSetup Setup Wizard Setup Wizard dialog box is used to do an initial setup on a positioner. Configuration Displays the Confi

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP38 GE EnergyTools Diagnostics Diagnostics dialog box used to diagnose a selected device. Query Device Query dialog

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39 Icon Toolbar Using ValVueFFIcon ToolbarEach menu selection that displays a dialog box has a corresponding Toolbar Icon (Table 6). A greyed out icon

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP40 GE EnergySetup Wizard - Opens a dialog box used to set up a valve positioner. This feature is useful if you are

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41 Positioner Faceplate Using ValVueFFPositioner FaceplateThe positioner faceplate frame contains controls used for working with a positioner. Some of

Page 199 - Glossary

ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP42 GE EnergyFigure 37 IVI Positioner Faceplate Frame - Functions On

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43 Active Faceplate Using ValVueFF Active FaceplateFigure 38 shows an active Positioner Faceplate frame with complete functionality:❑ The control valv

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVPiv GE EnergyPerforming a Self Test ...

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP44 GE EnergyCompanion Device Display FrameThe Companion Device frame (Figure 39) displays and updates real time val

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45 Status Frame Using ValVueFFStatus FrameThe Status Frame (Figure 40) displays Analog Output Block (AO) and PID block scheduling status. In addition,

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP46 GE EnergyTable 7 IVI Faceplate ParametersDisplay Display TypeParameter Name RemarksPD - Tag [PD.TAG] This indic

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47 Device Selection Using ValVueFFBlock Actual ModeTable 8 lists the supported modes of the valve positioner for each block. Device SelectionAll of th

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP48 GE EnergyThe Device Selection popup menu (Figure 43) offers direct access to services. Right-click on the device

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49 Setup Menu Using ValVueFFSetup MenuMenus items include:❑ “Setup Wizard” on page 49❑ “Configuration Services” on page 55❑ “Calibration Services”

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP50 GE EnergyActuator WizardUse the Setup Wizard setup page (Figure 46) to configure the Transducer Block (TB) valve

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51 Setup Wizard Using ValVueFFTuning WizardUse the Tuning step to execute the combination of Search Stops + Auto Tune described in “Tuning Tab” on pa

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP52 GE EnergyTravel Calibration WizardUse the Travel Calibration page (Figure 48) to calibrate the 0%, 50% or 100% p

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53 Setup Wizard Using ValVueFFPosition Control Limits - WizardUse the position control limits page (Figure 49) to change the position limit setting fo

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP54 GE EnergyFinish Setup WizardThis is the final screen (Figure 50) and indicates that the basic setup is valid and

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55 Configuration Services Using ValVueFFConfiguration ServicesThe General tab on the Configure window (Figure 51) includes the Device Info, Block Tag

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP56 GE EnergyCalibration ServicesThe Calibration page (Figure 52) contains the following tabs:❑ Range: Use to adjust

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57 Device Tag/Address Using ValVueFFDevice Tag/AddressTo change the node address or PD-Tag of any device listed in Device Selection:CAUTION Changing t

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP58 GE EnergyView MenuMenus items include:❑ “View Trend” on page 58❑ “PID Controller” on page 59❑ “Device Operati

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59 PID Controller Using ValVueFFPID ControllerThe PID Process Controller dialog box (Figure 55) contains the tools for managing the PID function block

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP60 GE EnergyChange PID ParametersThe process loop tuning parameters are displayed in a frame (Figure 56). To change

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61 Device Operation State Using ValVueFFDevice Operation StateThis dialog box (Figure 57) controls switching between the block modes as defined by the

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP62 GE EnergyTools Menu❑ “Diagnostic Services” on page 62❑ “Query Device” on page 63❑ “Rescan Devices” on page 64

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63 Query Device Using ValVueFFQuery DeviceUse the two tabs in the Device Query (Figure 59) to read parameters stored in the FVP. The General tab acces

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP64 GE EnergyRescan DevicesSelecting or Tools > Re-scan Devices refreshes the connections to all workingdevices

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65 Help Menu Using ValVueFFFigure 62 Link Selection1. Select segment.2. Click OK.Help MenuThis consists of:❑ “About” on page 65❑ “Registration Info”

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP66 GE EnergyOffline Use of ValVueFFChoose Offline to work with configuration files when not connected to a position

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676Setup Wizard ProcedureThe Setup Wizard (Figure 64) is recommended for installing and configuring an FVP positioner. It is comprised of up to six st

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP68 GE EnergyStep 1: WelcomeTo use the wizard:1. Select Setup > Setup Wizard or click and the Welcome window ap

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69 Step 2: Actuator Wizard Setup Wizard ProcedureStep 2: Actuator Wizard1. Select the Valve Action, Actuator Type, Relay Type, and Valve Type (Figure

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP70 GE EnergyStep 3: Tuning WizardThe positioner automatically searches for the mechanical valve travel limits and t

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71 Step 3: Tuning Wizard Setup Wizard ProcedureFigure 67 Tuning Results Dialog Box3. Select Accept applies new parameters or select Not Accept to keep

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP72 GE EnergyFigure 69 Tuning Wizard Error Message Boxes NOTE Before running the Travel Calibration Wizard checks th

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73 Step 4: Travel Calibration Wizard Setup Wizard ProcedureFigure 70 Travel Calibration WizardCAUTION Supply pressure must not exceed the actuator pre

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viiValVueFF Software Interface to FVP Figures1 ValVueFF Reference Model Fieldbus Segment...

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP74 GE Energy2. Perform a Select Calibration Type at Target Position, if required, by:a. Clicking either:❑ 0% Calibr

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75 Step 5: Position Control Limits Setup Wizard ProcedureStep 5: Position Control Limits WizardTo use this:1. Enter values as required in Figure 71, r

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP76 GE EnergyNear Closed Value (%)The threshold below which the valve is considered near closed. Near Closed is usef

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77 Step 6: Finish Setup Wizard Setup Wizard ProcedureStep 6: Finish Setup WizardThis screen (Figure 72) indicates that the setup is valid:1. Select a

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797Configuration ServicesConfigurationConfiguration services provide the tools to read and set a large number of parameters required for successful co

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP80 GE EnergyCAUTION Don't turn off power for 60 seconds after writing configuration data. Data cannot be saved

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81 Block Tag Info Configuration ServicesD. D. Rev. The revision of the Device Description is read only. Model The model of the device is read only.Des

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ValVueFF Software Interface to FVP82 GE EnergyPosition TabUse this tab (Figure 74) for the setting up the Transducer Block (TB) valve position config

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83 Servo Parameters Frame Configuration ServicesAdvanced Position ConfigurationThis is the read-only page (Figure 75) for Transducer Block (TB) advanc

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