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Example Applications
This chapter provides examples that show you how to configure the
FP-3000 to perform common tasks, including reading from a 4–20 mA
current loop device, taking temperature readings from a thermocouple
module, and controlling the output current through an analog output
module. This chapter also provides information about hardware and
software configuration.
These examples assume you have the NI-FBUS Configurator; however,
you can use any Fieldbus configuration utility. Refer to
Using Third-Party
Configuration Software with the FP-3000 in Chapter 1, FP-3000 Network
Module Overview , for limitations of using third-party configuration
software. If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator, refer to the
documentation that came with your configurator for more details on how to
perform software configuration-related tasks.
Before you run these examples, install the FP-3000 and the I/O modules.
Connect the FP-3000 to the Fieldbus network and power it on. Start the
NI-FBUS Configurator on your PC. Your configurator should show the
FP-3000. For more information on installing the FP-3000, refer to
Chapter 2,
Installation and Configuration .
Initial Power On: Assigning FP-3000 Network Address
and Device Tag
If you are powering on the FP-3000 for the first time, you need to perform
some extra steps before you try these examples. You must assign each
FP-3000 a unique device tag and Fieldbus network address before it can
become operational. If you are using the NI-FBUS Configurator, the
configurator automatically assigns a network address to the FP-3000 when
it powers up. It also assigns a tag, which you can change if desired. You can
change the tag to anything you want, but it must be unique. The process of
automatic assignment of network addresses and tags can take a few
minutes. After the FP-3000 has a network address and tag, you can perform
any of these examples. If you are not using the NI-FBUS Configurator,
refer to the documentation that came with your configurator for
information about setting the network address and device tag.