Rockwell Automation 1756-OF8H ControlLogix HART Analog I/O Modules - Manual (Page 142)

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Chapter 9 HART Modules Used with Asset Management Software
Frequently Asked
Questions Read this section for answers to frequently asked questions.
How do you use ControlLogix HART analog I/O modules as part of an
asset management system?
HART I/O modules let most asset management software packages communicate
through the modules to HART field devices. Use RSLinx software to let the asset
management software communicate through the NetLinx networks and
1756 backplane.
Which RSLinx software is needed to support asset management software?
You need RSLinx Classic software with a Professional, Gateway, or OEM
activation.
What else do I need to use asset management software with a ControlLogix
HART analog I/O module?
For Field Device Tool (FDT)/Device Type Manager (DTM) based asset
management software such as E+H FieldCare, you use communication DTMs
from Rockwell Automation. These same communication DTMs also work in the
FactoryTalk AssetCentre software. For non FDT/DTM based asset management
software, such Emerson AMS, use Connects software, available from Spectrum
Controls
http://www.spectrumcontrols.com/ .
What is FDT/DTM?
FDT/DTM is a technology for managing intelligent devices.
E+H FieldCare asset management software is an FDT frame application. The
frame application runs the DTM files. The DTM files are executable files
provided by control and device vendors. There are communication DTMs and
device DTMs.
We provide communication DTMs for components in the integrated
architecture. Companies such as Endress+Hauser and Metso provide device
DTMs for their instruments and valves. The device DTMs provide visualization
of the parameters needed to configure, monitor, and maintain the devices.
See http://www.fdtgroup.org for more information on FDT/DTM technology
and to search for registered DTMs.