Communicator expands HART connectivity.
Press Release Summary:
Connecting to HART device in 15 sec, Model MFC 4100 HART® Communicator allows pick up and hold communication over range of loop resistances down to 60 W. With 2 backlight intensity levels, unit features secured barrel type ac adapter connection and two 9 V alkaline batteries that provide 20 hr of continuous use. Handheld device offers direct numeric, alpha, and symbol entry.
Original Press Release:
New Improved MFC 4100 Hart® Communicator
Cleveland, OH - Meriam Process Technologies is now shipping an improved MFC 4100 HART® Communicator. The enhanced MFC has all the same ordering options as the original, but incorporates a number of great improvements including:
Expanded HART connectivity
o Pick up and hold communication with HART devices over a wider range of loop resistances; down to 60 ohms in some instances.
Improved contrast adjustment
o Characters never completely disappear. Release contrast button for 1 second and re-press to reverse the direction of adjustment.
New secured barrel type AC Adapter connection
o Robust barrel plug style connection. Users can secure the connection with AC Adapter's threaded collar if desired.
Two backlight intensity levels standard
o A medium and a high intensity backlight available through the backlight key.
New user's manual
o The new manual provides guidance for all features present in the MFC.
Other major benefits include faster availability - Connect the MFC to a HART device and in 15 seconds or less you will be communicating with the device. It is small, light, and easy to handle - a handheld and not a hand full. Two 9-volt alkaline batteries provide over 20 hours of continuous use and the MFC offers direct numeric, alpha, and symbol entry.
The Review / Edit Mode allows users to step through each parameter of a HART device and review its setup even if the user has forgotten how to navigate through the HART menu. All editable parameters can be edited from the same display.
About Meriam Process Technologies
Meriam is a leading supplier of measurement and calibration solutions. For more information, please contact Meriam Process Technologies at (216) 281-1100 or e-mail us at meriam@meriam.com. You can also visit us online at www.meriam.com.
Contact Information:
Marie Mion
Marketing Coordinator
mmion@meriam.com
www.meriam.com
