Product Specification

User Interface

Controls and Status LEDs

Power on/off button
Bluetooth pairing button
FIELDBUS (Fieldbus mode)
HART (HART mode)
Bluetooth (Pairing/Bluetooth active)
Low battery
Power on

Interfaces and Connectors

USB

Speed: USB 2.0 Full Speed
Connector: USB Type C
Electrical: Non intrinsically safe. Do not use inside hazardous areas.
5V, 100mA. Um = 253V

Bluetooth

BT mode: BT Classic, 2.4 – 2.478 GHz Output Power: +8 dBm (maximum)

Fieldbus

Connection: 4 mm banana type jacks (red/black), polarity has to be observed
Physical Layer: according to IEC 61158-2, Type 1: 31.25 Kbit/s, voltage mode
Nominal input current (Fieldbus):
- 10 mA in Bluetooth and regular USB mode
- 18 mA (with Ufieldbus > 9,5V) for increased battery life time in USB mode (controlled by application)
Fieldbus Terminator: No fieldbus terminator included

HART

Connection: 4 mm banana type jacks (red/black)
Physical Layer: HART FSK compliant modem

Physical Properties

Dimensions (L x W x D) 175 mm x 74 mm x 32 mm
Weight 330 g (incl. Batteries)
Power Supply Battery: 3 * Alkaline, IEC-LR6, nominal voltage 1,5V For use in hazardous area: Energizer E91 or Duracell Procell MN1500. With batteries of other types or manufacturers certification is void. Fieldbus interface (Medium Attachment Unit) powered by fieldbus.
Operating Temperature: -20°C .. +50°C
Storage: Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature.
Relative Humidity: < 95% rH non condensing
Protection Class: IP 54 (if USB port covered with cap)

Softing mobiLink Interface

Product Code: Softing mobiLink (DBA-KM-020410)

Commissioning Interface with USB High Speed or Bluetooth

Multi-protocol mobile interface with HART master, FOUNDATION Fieldbus host and PROFIBUS PA master in a single device. The mobiLink modem provides a single interface solution for instrument communication across multiple process automation protocols. Perfectly suited for handheld host devices due to battery powered Bluetooth operation. Compatible with FDT Frame Applications and approved for use in hazardous areas. A rugged, IP54 rated housing protects the mobiLink from harsh industrial environments.

Multi protocol operation

HART Master, Foundation fieldbus Host and PROFIBUS PA Master (available from Q3 2018) included in one device
Temporary attachment to fieldbus segments or HART loops for individual interaction with field devices
Fully compliant protocol implementations allow for interference-free access to running plants

Host communication via Bluetooth or USB

Built-in batteries and Bluetooth communication enable use of handheld host devices like smart phones and tablets
USB interface for bench host operation
Time and cost saving in flexibility through USB 2.0 and Bluetooth interfaces
SB or battery-powered Bluetooth connectivity offers fixed or wireless communication with mobile or desktop host devices.

Support of FDT Frame Applications and major Engineering Tools

Easy integration in major engineering tools through support of FDT Frame Applications
PACTware FDT Frame Application and HART Communication DTM included
Communication DTM for Foundation fieldbus and PROFIBUS PA (optional)
Foundation fieldbus configuration tool (optional)
Application Program Interface for integration into Engineering Systems

Suitable for use in hazardous areas

EX approval for Zone 1
Suitable for connection to intrinsically safe circuits
Suited for harsh environment

Usage with Android tablets

Fast and easy configuration and parameterization of HART field devices with Android tablets/phones
Additional license required – LRA-MM-020670 – DevComDroid HART

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