Operating Instructions

Table Of Contents
Feature Function
Auto False Echo Suppression
(Page 74)
Screen out false echoes
TVT Shaper (Page 73)
Manual TVT adjustment
Process Variables (Page 79)
Monitor process variables and level trend
Security (Page 82)
Protect security and communication parameters from modification
by the maintenance user
7.1.1.3 Features of SIMATIC PDM Rev. 5.2, SP1
SIMATIC PDM Rev. 5.2 SP1 is supported only for basic configuration and troubleshooting. For
advanced features such as the Quick Start wizard, Rev. 6.0 SP3 HF2 or higher is required.
7.1.1.4 SIMATIC PDM Version
Check the support page of our website to make sure you have the latest version of SIMATIC
PDM, the most recent Service Pack (SP) and the most recent hot fix (HF): SIMATIC PDM
Version (https://support.automation.siemens.com) Browse to Product Support > Automation
Technology > Process control systems > SIMATIC PCS 7 > System components > Plant
Device Management > SIMATIC PDM.
7.1.2 Initial setup
To ensure that SIMATIC PDM connects properly, complete the following two processes:
1. De-activate buffers
2. Update the Electronic Device Description (EDD)
7.1.2.1 Deactivating buffers
This deactivation is required to align SIMATIC PDM with the HART modem for Windows 2000
®
and Windows
®
XP operating Systems. Windows
®
is a registered trademark of the Microsoft
Corporation.
Note
This deactivation is only necessary when you're connecting via RS232 (COM1) as opposed
to USB.
You will need administrative rights on your operating system to deactivate buffers.
SIMATIC PDM operates only in the Windows XP Professional version, not in the Home
version.
Remote operation
7.1 Operating via SIMATIC PDM
SITRANS LR250 with mA/HART
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