PROFIBUS® Datalink Description Single and Dual Input Analyzers

Supplement
AX400 Series
IM/AX4/PBS Issue 2
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CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................... 1 Note. This Supplementary User Guide contains
1.1 PROFIBUS ......................................................... 1 information specific to PROFIBUS®-DP-enabled AX400
1.1.1 PROFIBUS-DP ...................................... 1 Series analyzers and must be read in conjunction with
1.1.2 PROFIBUS-PA ...................................... 1 the appropriate User Guide for the product.
1.2 PROFIBUS and ABB Products ........................... 2
1.3 PROFIBUS DP Transmission Technology ........... 2
1.4 ABB Industrial IT ................................................. 2
1.1 PROFIBUS
PROFIBUS is a manufacturer-independent, open fieldbus
2 INSTALLATION ............................................................. 3
standard for a wide range of applications in manufacturing,
2.1 Installation Overview ........................................... 3
process and building automation. Manufacturer independence
2.2 Cable Length ...................................................... 3
and openness are ensured by the international standard
2.3 Cable Specification ............................................ 3
EN 50170.
2.4 Device Integration – the GSD File ....................... 3
Using the PROFIBUS protocol, devices from different
3 NETWORK CONNECTION AND CONFIGURATION ... 4 manufacturers exchange information on the same
3.1 Network Connections ......................................... 4 communications bus without the need for special interface
3.2 Network Configuration ....................................... 5 equipment.
The PROFIBUS family comprises three types of protocol,
APPENDIX A – GSD FILE MODULES .................................. 6
PROFIBUS-DP, PROFIBUS-FMS and PROFIBUS-PA, each of
A1.1 Module 01 .......................................................... 6
which is used for different tasks. Of these three protocols, the
A1.2 Module 02 .......................................................... 6
most important for process automation are PROFIBUS-DP and
A1.3 Module 03 .......................................................... 6
PROFIBUS-PA.
A1.4 Measured Process Variable ................................ 6
A1.5 Sensor Status Message ..................................... 7 Further information on PROFIBUS can be found at
A1.6 Alarm Status ....................................................... 7 www.profibus.com.

1.1.1 PROFIBUS-DP
PROFIBUS-DP is designed for high-speed data exchange and is
commonly used by complex or externally powered devices. The
central controller or 'master' device (e.g. PLC or PC) utilizes
PROFIBUS-DP as a fast serial connection with distributed (slave)
field devices such as PROFIBUS-enabled AX400 Series
analyzers.
The master reads the input information cyclically in a defined,
recurring order from the slave(s). When configuring the bus
system, the user assigns an address in the range 0 to 125 to
each slave device and also defines which of the slaves are to be
included in, or excluded from, the data acquisition cycle.

1.1.2 PROFIBUS-PA
PROFIBUS-PA is designed to accommodate process
automation field devices that require power via the network with
the option to use intrinsic safety for hazardous areas. Typical
devices using this protocol include transmitters and positioners.
A DP/PA coupler or link device is used to connect the
PROFIBUS PA network to the PROFIBUS DP network.

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…1 INTRODUCTION

1.2 PROFIBUS and ABB Products 1.4 ABB Industrial IT

AX400 analyzers utilize PROFIBUS DP as this is the protocol Fieldbus-enabled devices provide, not only full process
optimized for high speed and low connection costs (see information, but access to device configuration and
www.abb.com/fieldbus and follow the PROFIBUS link). maintenance condition also. Tighter integration into a network's
control and supervisory system takes full advantage of all these
features, which in turn realizes additional cost savings. Such
1.3 PROFIBUS DP Transmission Technology integration includes timely access to field device process and
The transfer method of PROFIBUS-DP is RS485 – a proven maintenance data and appropriate links to the device aspects.
technology. A twisted, shielded, two-wire copper cable is used The PROFIBUS protocol provides the GSD file for open system
as the transfer medium. integration in that it allows the set up of cyclical communications
to the slave devices. ABB's Industrial IT provides all the
The bus structure enables addition and removal of stations or
technology to realize the benefits of fieldbus-enabled devices,
step-by-step commissioning of the system without affecting
whilst the Industrial IT enabled status of field devices enable
other stations. Later expansion has no influence on stations
savings to be made during engineering of the control system.
already in operation.
Industrial IT from ABB significantly improves application
Transmission speeds of between 9.6 kbit/sec and 12 Mbit/sec
connectivity and the quality of the information that can be
are available. One uniform transmission speed is selected for all
accquired and used. This enables access to real-time
devices on the bus when the system is commissioned.
information on a unified application – allowing faster, more
informed decisions to be made that can be effectively and
successfully implemented for profitable growth.

Understanding Business Needs

Many challenges must be faced in achieving more efficient
plantwide and global operations. Every business is unique and
each consists of a multiplicity of processes that can span
marketing, design, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, sales
and distribution. These processes are dependent on trouble-
free access to accurate, up-to-the-minute, reliable information.
As knowledge is the most precious commodity in business
today, the challenge is to have the relevant information available
at the right time in the right form for the right people. The
information needs of the people who manage, control, operate
and administer an enterprise are all different but each has a
common goal – increasing enterprise-wide productivity.
Industrial IT from ABB is a powerful portfolio that makes
automation easier by integrating automation systems in real-
time – right across an application. It provides business
information from initial order through production to delivery and
payment. ABB has aligned its products, services and people to
create compatible Industrial IT building blocks that provide real-
time automation and information solutions – with one common
architecture. This provides a consistent infrastructure for data,
operations, configuration and maintenance. The suite of
integrated Industrial IT solutions address the problems faced in
today's e-business environment. The unified architecture
improves productivity, provides higher asset optimization and
enables more informed decision-making.

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2 INSTALLATION
2.1 Installation Overview – Fig. 2.1 2.3 Cable Specification
All devices are connected in a bus structure ('line'). Up to 32 The cable lengths in Table 2.1 refer to the following cable type:
stations (master or slaves) can be linked to create one
Characteristic impedance 135 to 165
'segment'.
Capacitance per unit length <30 pf/m
Each end of a segment must be terminated by an active bus Loop resistance 110/km
terminating resistor. Both bus terminators must always be Core diameter 0.64mm
powered to ensure fault-free operation therefore it is strongly Core cross section >0.34mm2
recommended that they are connected to a back-up power
Suitable PROFIBUS cable, Part Nos. PCA010, PCA 011 and
supply.
PCA 012, can be obtained from ABB. Refer to Data Sheet
Up to three line bus amplifiers (repeaters) can be used to extend 10/63-6.46 EN.
the network to a total of four segments, allowing a maximum of
125 devices to be installed in the system.
2.4 Device Integration – the GSD File
PROFIBUS devices differ with respect to available functionality
and parameters and these vary individually for each device type
and manufacturer. In order to obtain Plug-and-Play
configuration for PROFIBUS, characteristic device
communication features such as manufacturer name, device
name, hardware/software versions, baud rate and the number
and nature of inputs/outputs are defined in an electronic device
data sheet known as a GSD (Gerätestammdaten) file.
A GSD file is readable ASCII text file that contains both general
and device-specific specifications for communication. Each of the
entries describes a feature supported by a device. By the means
of keywords, a configuration tool reads the device identification,
the adjustable parameters, the corresponding data type and the
permitted limit values for the configuration of the device from the
GSD. Some keywords are mandatory, e.g. Vendor_Name; others
are optional, e.g. Sync_Mode_supported.
The GSD file for PROFIBUS-enabled AX400 Series analyzers
conforms to the PROFIBUS standard and provides a clear and
comprehensive description of each instrument in a precisely
defined format. This enables the system configuration tool to
use the information automatically when configuring a
PROFIBUS bus system.
Fig. 2.1 Typical PROFIBUS Network
The ABB GSD file is divided into 2 sections:

2.2 Cable Length • General Specifications

The maximum cable length of a segment is determined by the Identification of the device, together with hardware
transmission speed – see Table 2.1. The cable length specified and software versions, baud rates supported and the
can be extended by using repeaters but it is recommended that possible time intervals for monitoring times.
no more than three repeaters be connected in series. • DP Slave-Related Specifications
Modules containing output data information for each
Transmission Rate Maximum Segment Maximum Total PROFIBUS-enabled AX400 Series analyzer. The
(bits/sec) Length (m) Network Length (m)
content of each module is defined by the amount of
9.6 to 93.75K 1200 4800 data that can be obtained from each device. Module
187.5K 1000 4000 01 contains those analyzers from which 10 bytes of
data are obtained, Module 02 contains those
500K 40 0 1600
analyzers from which 20 bytes of data are obtained
1.5M 200 800 and Module 03 contains hose analyzers from which
3 to 12M 100 400 24 bytes of data are obtained.

Table 2.1 Cable Length

APPENDIX A lists all PROFIBUS-enabled AX400 Series
analyzers, grouped by Module.

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3 NETWORK CONNECTION AND CONFIGURATION

Warnings. When connecting a PROFIBUS-enabled AX400 Series analyzer to a PROFIBUS-DP network:

• Use shielded data lines and ensure they are not reversed.
• Ensure all data lines are routed clear of the source of any strong electrical and magnetic fields.
• Refer to the relevant User Guide for all other installation and connection details.

3.1 Network Connections – Fig. 3.1

Terminal Block C Terminal Block C

(Profibus-DP Enabled Option Board) (Profibus-DP Enabled Option Board)

C1 Not used
PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable Braided Screen

C2 Not used
C3 PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable A – Green
C4 PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable B – Red
PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable B
PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable A

C5 PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable – Braided Screen

C6 Not Used
C7
See User Guide

C8
C9
C10
Not Used
Not used
Not used

C11
See User Guide
C12
C10
C11
C12
C13
C14
C15
C16

C13
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
C6
C7
C8
C9

C14
C15
C16

A – Wall- /Pipe-Mount AX400 Series Analyzers B – Panel-Mount AX400 Series Analyzers

PROFIBUS-DP Data Cable

Data Signal Cable Color Description
A Green Negative data line. Connect to pin 8 on Profibus-DP equipment
with 9-way D-type connectors
B Red Positive data line. Connect to pin 3 on Profibus-DP equipment
with 9-way D-type connectors
Braided N/A Cable screen. Usually connected to the D-type shell or pin 1 on
Screen Profibus-DP equipment with 9-way D-type connectors

Warning. Before making any electrical connections,

refer to the Warnings in Section 6 of the relevant User Guide.

Fig. 3.1 Network Cable Connection

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 3 NETWORK CONNECTION AND CONFIGURATION

3.2 Network Configuration

Note. An AX400 Series analyzer is not configured using PROFIBUS commands but via the analyzer's keypad and menu
system. Configure the analyzer for PROFIBUS communication as shown below.

Configure Serial Communications

Refer to relevant User Guide and access the CONFIG. SERIAL page.

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CONFIG. SERIAL

Communications System Protocol

Select Serial Profibus for use in a PROFIBUS system.

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Serial Profibus

Slave Address
Enter the slave address assigned to the analyzer (within the range 0 to 125).

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Slave Address

Serial Profibus
CONFIG. COMMS Return to main menu.
CONFIG. CONTROL Single input analyzer and option board not fitted – see Configure Control
Section in relevant User Guide.
CONFIG. SECURITY Dual input analyzer and option board not fitted – see Security Section in
relevant User Guide.

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APPENDIX A – GSD FILE MODULES

Note. A1.3 Module 03

• Float = Floating-point number – requires 4 bytes Module 03 contains the following AX400 analyzers that output
24 bytes of data:
• Char = Character – requires 1 byte
• AX411
• Int = Integer – requires 2 bytes
Byte Contents Sensor Description
Measured Process Variable
1 to 4 Float A
A1.1 Module 01 (See Section A1.4)
Module 01 contains the following AX400 analyzers that output 5 to 8 Float A Measured Process Temperature
10 bytes of data:
Measured Process Variable
9 to 12 Float B
• AX410 • AX430 • AX450 (See Section A1.4)
13 to 16 Float B Measured Process Temperature
• AX460 • AX480
17 to 20 Float N/A Measured Calculation
Byte Contents Sensor Description
21 Char A Sensor Status (See Section A1.5)
Measured Process Variable
1 to 4 Float A 22 Char B Sensor Status (See Section A1.5)
(See Section A1.4)
23 Char N/A Alarm Status (See Section A1.6)
5 to 8 Float A Measured Process Temperature
24 Char N/A Not Used
9 Char A Sensor Status (See Section A1.5)
10 Char N/A Alarm Status (See Section A1.6) Table A.3 Module 03 Data

Table A.1 Module 01 Data

A1.4 Measured Process Variable
Table A.4 lists the process variable measured by each AX400
A1.2 Module 02 Series analyzer variant.
Module 02 contains the following AX400 analyzers that output
20 bytes of data: Model
Sensor A Sensor B
Number
• AX413 • AX416 • AX418
AX410 Conductivity –
• AX433 • AX436 • AX438
AX411 Conductivity Conductivity
• AX455 • AX456 • AX466
AX413 Conductivity Conductivity
• AX468 • AX488 AX416 Conductivity pH or Redox(ORP)

Byte Contents Sensor Description AX418 Conductivity Dissolved Oxygen

Measured Process Variable AX430 Conductivity –

1 to 4 Float A
(See Section A1.4) AX433 Conductivity Conductivity
5 to 8 Float A Measured Process Temperature AX436 Conductivity pH or Redox(ORP)
Measured Process Variable AX438 Conductivity Dissolved Oxygen
9 to 12 Float B
(See Section A1.4)
AX450 Conductivity –
13 to 16 Float B Measured Process Temperature
AX455 Conductivity Conductivity
17 Char A Sensor Status (See Section A1.5)
AX456 Conductivity pH or Redox(ORP)
18 Char B Sensor Status (See Section A1.5)
AX460 pH or Redox(ORP) –
19 Char N/A Alarm Status (See Section A1.6)
AX466 pH or Redox(ORP) pH or Redox(ORP)
20 Char N/A Not Used
AX468 pH or Redox(ORP) Dissolved Oxygen
Table A.2 Module 02 Data AX480 Dissolved Oxygen –
AX488 Dissolved Oxygen Dissolved Oxygen

Table A.4 Measured Process Variable

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 APPENDIX A – GSD FILE MODULES

A1.5 Sensor Status Message

Table A.5 lists the sensor status message that is displayed when the relevant bit of the sensor status byte is active (i.e. contains 1) for
each AX400 Series analyzer variant.

Bit
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Sensor Type Status Message
FAULTY FAULTY FAULTY CAL LOW LOW GLASS OUT OF SAMPLE
PH PH CAL FAILED CHECK REF.
PT100 PT1000 BALCO 3K SLOPE IMP. BROKEN CABLE
FAULTY FAULTY FAULTY OUT OF SAMPLE
Redox – – CHECK REF. –
PT100 PT1000 BALCO 3K BROKEN CABLE
Dissolved FAULTY LOW SENSOR HIGH PROCESS
– – CAL FAILED – –
Oxygen PT100 OUTPUT TEMPERATURE
2-electrode FAULTY FAULTY
– – – – – –
Conductivity PT100 PT1000
4-electrode FAULTY FAULTY
– – – – – –
Conductivity PT1000 BALCO 3K

Table A.5 Sensor Status Messages

A1.6 Alarm Status

Table A.6 shows the alarm that is associated with each bit of the
alarm status byte for each AX400 Series analyzer variant.

Note. Alarms 4 and 5 are available only if the option

board is fitted to the instrument and analog features
enabled – see Section 7.3 of the relevant User Guide.

Bit 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Alarm No. A1 A2 A3 A4 * A5 * – – –
Bit Status 0 or 1 0 or 1 0 or 1 0 or 1 0 or 1 X X X
0 = Not Active
1 = Active
X = Always 0
Table A.6 Alarm Status

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