8130 RTU Interface Appendix

8130 RTU Interface Appendix
Overview ..............................................................................................................3
General.................................................................................................................4
Installation ...........................................................................................................6
Installing the 8130 RTU Driver ................................................................................................6
Dialog Descriptions.............................................................................................7
Communication Interface Configuration ............................................................................ 8
Communication Port Configuration.................................................................................. 10
RTU Interface Configuration............................................................................................ 13
RTU Device Configuration............................................................................................... 16
I/O Point Connection........................................................................................................ 20
RTU I/O Point Connection ............................................................................................... 23
Communication Interface Maintenance........................................................................... 25
Device Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 28
Communication Monitor................................................................................................... 31
Port Error Statistics.......................................................................................................... 34
Adding A New Interface .........................................................................................................36
Defining a Model 8130 RTU ..................................................................................................38
Making I/O Point Connections................................................................................................39
Editing I/O Point Connections ................................................................................................41
Creating New I/O Point Connections ......................................................................................43
Editing................................................................................................................45
Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..................................................................48
Mode buttons................................................................................................................ 49
Device button ............................................................................................................... 49
Device Maintenance................................................................................................................50
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................51
Alarms.....................................................................................................................................52
2 FuelsManager User’s Manual
8130 RTU Interface 3
Overview
The FuelsManager CommunicationsManager (CM) subsystem is responsible for
exchanging data between the DatabaseManager (DM) and external field devices
such as tank gauges and programmable logic controllers. In this application, the
CM uses the Coggins Model 8130 Remote Terminal Unit (RTU).
The configuration of the Model 8130 is accomplished through dialogs available
from the Whessoe Coggins 8130 RTU device driver. Configuration involves adding
an interface, entering data matching the field devices, and creating connections to
the FuelsManager DataManager database.
In this appendix, you learn how to configure, maintain, and edit the Model 8130
interface.
General
The Model 8130 RTU has a variety of interface modules to connect with field
devices. These include discrete I/O, analog I/O, pulse accumulator, and intelligent
communications types. The firmware of the RTU inter-operates with the installed
interface modules to effect data acquisition and control required by the application.
Logical points in the RTU provide storage for configuration data needed by the
firmware to inter-operate with the interfaces and provide storage of input data
acquired from and output data issued to the device through the interface. The RTU
firmware revision defines the complement of points supported and their
functionality. Consult the applicable RTU documentation to become more familiar
with the RTU, available point functionality, and the configuration process.
An RTU configuration program, named ViewRTU, accompanies the 8130 RTU
Device Driver. This program is used to configure the RTU(s) prior to configuring
the RTU 8130 Device Driver. ViewRTU uses disk files to store the RTU
configuration. A file with extension DVR is a Device Version file and defines the
point data structure of the RTU firmware version. DVR files for all supported RTU
Versions are supplied with the installation. Normally there will be a single RTU
firmware version for the application. A file with extension RCF is an RTU
Configuration File, defines the points that have been created for the RTU, and stores
the data for each point. An RCF must exist for each RTU in the application. With
ViewRTU, the contents of the RCF file may be uploaded from the RTU or
downloaded to the RTU. A file with extension HEX is an image of the RTU
firmware and may be downloaded to the RTU using ViewRTU. Directories for the
RTU files are specified in the file Viewrtu.ini.
The 8130 RTU Device Driver interrogates the RTU to acquire data and sends it to
DataManager. DataManager sends command data to the 8130 RTU Device Driver
that is sent to the RTU. For data acquisition, the Device Driver and the RTU
support a Change-Of-State (COS) and a Scan method. With the COS method, the
RTU signals that new data is available and the driver requests the new data. With
the scan method, the driver periodically requests the data. The method used
depends upon the application. The driver is also capable of downloading the RTU
firmware and the RTU configuration. The driver is also capable of providing
communications for ViewRTU while concurrently communicating for
DataManager.
The 8130 RTU device driver provides configuration and maintenance made
available through a series of dialogs. These dialogs are found in the fmUSER
program under the Communications menu. The fmUSER menu bar is shown below:
The configuration process includes defining the 8130 RTU interface, the RTUs, and
associated devices of RTU. Configuration also includes assigning a
communications port and assigning I/O database points. These configuration
components are described in the Components of Communication section of the
Configuring Communications chapter.
Device Maintenance dialogs can be used to offer information for troubleshooting if
any errors occur. These dialogs can be used in accordance with the Model 8130
troubleshooting methods.
Before you start, make sure that the CommunicationsManager is not in SHUTDOWN
mode. Otherwise, the user will not be able to access the configuration and
maintenance dialogs. Refer to the System Menu section of the fmUSER Program
chapter for instructions on setting the CM mode.
Installation
Installing the 8130 RTU Driver
To install the 8130 RTU driver
1. Insert Disk 1 into your floppy drive or CD in your CD-ROM drive.
2. Follow one of the two steps listed below:
a. From the Windows NT desktop, click the Start menu and select Run.
Type “a:\setup.exe” if installing from disk. If installing from a CD,
substitute “a” with your CD drive letter.
b. Under Windows Explorer, double-click SETUP.EXE located in your
floppy or CD drive.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
4. Once you complete installation, you return to your initial screen.
Dialog Descriptions
Communication Interface Configuration

All configuration and editing occurs from the Communication Interface
Configuration dialog box. To display this dialog box, follow the step below:
• Select Communications from the fmUSER menu bar and click
Configuration.
If a CM has not been selected, the Communications Manager dialog box appears.
The selected system becomes the default.
• This dialog box allows the selection of a CM system, which is in ACTIVE or
STANDBY mode. CMs that are in SHUTDOWN status are not accessible (see
Startup Options under the System menu to change CM status).
• If the desired system is not displayed in the list, type in “\\” and then the system
name.
Otherwise, the Communication Interface Configuration dialog box appears.
used to select a
Communications
Manager
creates a new
used to edit the interface
selected interface
makes deletes an
connections to existing
the interface
FuelsManager
database
This dialog box lists all the existing interfaces found in the FuelsManager system.
The user can configure new interfaces by selecting New, modify existing interfaces
and associated devices by selecting Device and delete interfaces and associated
devices by selecting Delete.
Field Explanations
SYSTEM NAME (DISPLAY ONLY)
This field displays the CommunicationsManager selected in the setup
CommunicationsManager Subsystem.
SELECT SYSYEM (BUTTON)

Clicking this button allows you to change CommunicationsManager.
INTERFACE DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Interface Description describes the name of the RTU interface. The
contents of the list box are arranged alphabetically by the Interface
Description.
INTERFACE TYPE (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column lists the associated type, for example Whessoe 8130 RTU.
PORT (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Port column lists the designated hardware ports of the interface. The 8130
RTU interface requires at least one port and can have a maximum of 2 ports. If
no ports are assigned then “UNASSIGNED” appears in the column.
LOCKED (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Locked column displays the current lock status of the interface. Refer to
the Lock Status in the Configuring Communications chapter for a thorough
explanation.
DEVICE
This button is used to edit the selected interface.
I/O POINTS
This button is used to make connections to the DataManager database.
NEW
This button is used to create a new interface.
DELETE
This button is used to delete an existing interface.
Communication Port Configuration
This dialog box allows the user to choose and set up the communications port
associated with the new interface.
Field Explanations

This field displays the name of the selected CommunicationsManager.

The Interface Description identifies the RTU interface.
PORT (LIST BOX)

The Port list box displays the currently selected communication port from the
list of available ports not assigned to other interfaces. There will always be an
UNASSIGNED entry in the list. The UNASSIGNED selection disables all other
controls in the dialog box until a valid port is chosen. At this point only one
communications port can be assigned to the interface. The user can only select
an available COM port.
BAUD RATE (LIST BOX)

The Baud Rate list box displays the current rate from the list of available baud
rates that the information is transferred. Select a baud rate of 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600 or 19200. The system default is 19200.
DATA BITS (OPTION BUTTONS)

The Data Bits option buttons is used to select the size of the bit length that
comes from the RTU. The system default is 8 Bits.
STOP BITS (OPTION BUTTONS)

The Stop Bits option buttons is used to select the size of the last bit sent by the
RTU. The system default is 1 Bits.
PARITY (OPTION BUTTONS)

The Parity option buttons is used to select the data parity type. The system
default is None.
HANDSHAKING (OPTION BUTTONS)

The Handshaking option buttons is used to select the type of flow control used.
RTS/CTS is used with half duplex interface. The system default is None.
An interface may be configured with its hardware port UNASSIGNED, but the
interface will not be allowed to go ACTIVE until a port is chosen. Select the
parameters required to support the RTU by consulting the device
documentation. Be sure that these specifications match the settings configured
for the RTU.
RTU Interface Configuration
This dialog box is used to set the specifications of the 8130 interface. From
this dialog box, the user is able to access the port configuration dialog, enter
poll data, and configure RTUs.
Field Explanations
This field displays the name of the selected CommunicationsManager.

The information entered here will be displayed in the Communication Interface
Configuration dialog box. This description can be any combination of
numbers, upper or lower case characters, spaces, or other punctuation marks
(except commas (,), back slash (/), or forward slash (\)), up to a maximum
length of 30 characters. All listed interfaces are sorted numerically and then
alphabetically.
NOTE: The Interface Description defaults to INTERFACE ### anytime an interface is

being added. If an interface name was highlighted when the New RTU button
was selected, the Interface Configuration dialog box contains the attributes of
that interface.
DELAYS
In the Between Polls field, the user can type in the time between polls (resting
time before scanning the next device) and the time between poll cycles (resting
time before scanning devices in the next cycle).
PORT (BUTTON)
In the Port frame, the user can add, change, or unassign the port type
associated with the RTU.
CONFIGURED RTUs
The associated RTUs appears in the Configured RTUs list box. Next to each,
RTU Name is the corresponding Address and Configuration file of the RTU.
The Address should correspond to the address of the Model 8130 in the field.
New RTUs can be added by clicking the New RTU button. Highlighted RTUs
can be edited or deleted by clicking the Edit RTU or Delete RTU buttons,
respectively.
The Run VIEWRTU button displays the main VIEWRTU window allowing the
user to view or perform the commands necessary to configure the RTU. For
further information on VIEWRTU, refer to the RTU 8130 User Manual.
RTU Device Configuration
From this dialog box, the user can set the individual RTU communication
specifications.
Field Explanations

The System Name appears in this field from the previous dialog box.
INTERFACE DESC (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Interface Description appears in this field from the previous dialog box.
DESCRIPTION (TEXT BOX)

This description for an individual RTU can be any combination of numbers,
upper or lower case characters, spaces, or other punctuation marks (except
commas (,), back slash (/), or forward slash (\)), up to a maximum length of 20
characters.
DATABASE VERSION (DISPLAY ONLY)

DVR (Device Version file) version of the associated RCF (RTU Configuration
File) file.
ADDRESS (LIST BOX)

The Address list box displays the address of the individual RTU. This address
must be unique.
CONFIGURATION FILE (TEXT BOX)

The name of the database file (.RCF) as created by the VIEWRTU.
NOTE: The database file must be created prior to adding a new RTU.
RECEIVE TIME OUT (TEXT BOX)

This field determines the amount of time to wait for each poll.
RETIRES AFTER BAD POLL (TEXT BOX)

This field determines the number of times a poll is to be retired after the initial
time out.
MAX DATABASE AGE (TEXT BOX)

The longest period of time any value in the database for that RTU can exist
without a change of state. The default is 60.
COS ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

This field enables the system to use Change Of State (COS) data acquisition.
The COS method is not used for Dial Up Modem ports.
CLOCK SYNC. ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

This field enables the system to synchronize the RTU and PC to real time.
RTU ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

This field enables the communications with the RTU.
Automatic DownLoad Options

FIRMWARE ENABLE (CHECK BOX)
This field enables the system to download the RTU firmware when the RTU
indicates the firmware is not loaded.
DATABASE ENABLE (CHECK BOX)
This field enables the system to download the RTU Configuration when the
RTU indicates the database is empty.
MODEM PHONE NUMBER (TEXT BOX)

This field displays the phone number used to dial the RTU when a Dial Up
Modem port is used.
TIME BETWEEN CALLS (TEXT BOX)

This field displays the time between the calls in minutes when configured for
Dial Up operation.
DIAL TYPE (OPTION BUTTON)

These option buttons allow the switching of the dial type between Tone or
Pulse dialing.
I/O Point Connection
CM system
name, 8130
RTU device
interface name,
scroll list
and Model 8130
name
point listbox
to make a
database
connection to delete a
single I/O
to delete a Point
database
connections This dialog allows the user to assign and edit the I/O connections between the
Model 8130 RTU and the FuelsManager database. This dialog box displays
the configuration of all devices connected to a Model 8130.
Field Explanations


RTU NAME (LIST BOX)

The selected RTU appears in the RTU Name list box. The user is able to select
other desired Model 8130 from the scroll list.
The list box displays the following information:

TYPE.NUMBER.PARAMETER (DISPLAY ONLY)
This column of the list box displays the available data I/O points associated
with the selected Model 8130. The number of I/O points displayed may vary
with the type of device and the device configuration. A Comm status point,
which is responsible for detecting communication failures, is always displayed.
INPUT/OUTPUT (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column lists the point format.
DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column describes the point name.
SOURCE (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column indicates if the point is an internally generated item of data or data
originating from the RTU.
DATABASE/POINT ID/VARIABLE (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column displays the assigned DataManager database points. This entry
identifies the database system (computer), the database point name, and the
associated variable (i.e. temperature, level).
The edit buttons are described in the Editing section.
RTU I/O Point Connection
Field Explanations

RTU DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

The RTU Description appears in this field from the previous dialog box
selection made in the RTU Name field.
INPUT or OUTPUT (OPTION BUTTONS)

The Input or Output option button sets the point format in the I/O Point
Connection dialog box.
•= Input points are used to receive data from field equipment, database
calculations or manual input.
•= Output points are used to transmit data from the database to field
equipment.
CHANGE OF STATE (CHECK BOX)

The Change of State check box tells the driver to expect the data to be
communicated via changes of state.
RTU TIMESTAMP (CHECK BOX)

The RTU Timestamp uses the RTU clock to register the time of the last data
change in the RTU.
TANK POINT (CHECK BOX/LIST BOX)

The Tank Point check box enables the list of available, predefined tank
variables. A tank variable is any component of the tank such as tank level,
temperature, and density.
DATA VALIDITY PARAM (CHECK BOX)

The Data Validity Parameter informs the driver that the parameter contains
data validity information.
NOTE: The validity is always the PntStatus parameter and cannot be changed.
USE VALIDITY PARAM (CHECK BOX)

The Use Validity Parameter informs the driver to check the validity parameter
against the filter.
FILTER (TEXT BOX)

The system activates this field when you select the Use Validity Param check
box. The filter is a hex decimal mask.
POINT TYPE (LIST BOX)

The Point Type lists the currently selected point. The user can select the
desired point by selecting the point from the list box.
POINT NUMBER (LIST BOX)

The Point Number defaults to 0 if the point type has just been defined. The
maximum number of points entered depends on the selected point type.
PARAMETER (COMBO BOX)

The Parameter field represents the items in the data structure of the point type.
Examples of parameters include Value, Status, PntEnable, and Override.
Communication Interface Maintenance
Click to change
the
Communications
Manager
Click to change
run mode status Click to view
of selected the device
interface dialogs of the
selected
interface
This dialog box lists all the interfaces found in your system.
Field Explanations
The System Name field displays the selected CommunicationsManager.
RUN MODE (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Run Mode field displays the CommunicationsManager status of either
Active or Standby.
SELECT SYSTEM (BUTTON)

This button is used to select the CommunicationsManager.
Interface Status
A list of all communication devices configured in the selected system. The list
is sorted alphabetically by Interface Description.
INTERFACE TYPE (DISPLAY ONLY)

This column lists the associated interface type (for example, Whessoe 8130
RTU).
PORT (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Port column lists the designated hardware ports of the interface. The 8130
RTU interface requires at least one port and can have a maximum of 2 ports. If
no ports are assigned then “UNASSIGNED” appears in the column.
STATUS (DISPLAY ONLY)

The last column displays the interface run status of STANDBY or ACTIVE.
In this dialog box, the user is able to change an interface’s mode as well as
open the device dialog of that interface. If another communication system
needs to be viewed, the user can select the Select System button.
NOTE: If the CM Run Mode is in STANDBY, all interfaces are forced to STANDBY
regardless of the Interface Run Mode setting displayed in this column.
Device Maintenance
This information pertains to the selected Model 8130 RTU.
Field Explanations
The System Name field displays the selected CommunicationsManager.

INTERFACE STATUS (DISPLAY ONLY)

The RTU Run Mode field either displays ACTIVE or STANDBY as set in the
Communication Interface Maintenance dialog box.
PORT 1 and PORT 2 (DISPLAY ONLY)

The Port section displays the address, RTU description, mode, current retry,
last scan time, and time between scans.
Commands
RTU NAME (LIST BOX)
The selected RTU appears in the RTU Name list box. The user is able to select
the desired Model 8130 from the scroll list.
DISPLAY ONLY SELECTED RTU (CHECK BOX)

This field directs the system to display only the RTU data for the selected RTU.
DOWNLOAD DATABASE (BUTTON)

The Download Database button forces a database download of the RTU
configuration.
DOWNLOAD FIRMWARE (BUTTON)

The Download Firmware button forces a firmware download to the selected
RTU.
TERMINATE COMMAND (BUTTON)

The Terminate Command button cancels the current download command the
system is running.
RESET COUNTERS (BUTTON)

The Reset Counters button sets all of the Port Stats, Retry, and scan times to
zero.
Displays
COMMUNICATIONS (BUTTON)
The Communications button displays the Communications Monitor dialog box.
For further information on this dialog box, refer to the Communication Monitor
section.
PORT STATS (BUTTON)

The Port Stats button displays the Port Error Statistics dialog box. For further
information on this dialog box, refer to the Port Error Statistics section.
Communication Monitor
This section shows the communication between the RTU and FuelsManager for the
current database. Depending on your setting in the Device Maintenance dialog box
this screen may display all RTUs or selected RTU.
Field Explanations
ADDRESS (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the address of the current RTU.
DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the description for the current RTU.
MODE (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the current Communications Mode of either: Scan Data,
Downloading Database, or Downloading Firmware.
POLLS (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the total transactions with the RTU since counter was last
reset.
TRANSMITT (TEXT BOX)

This field displays the last data transmission to the RTU. This display is not
real time and may not show all transmissions.
RECEIVE (TEXT BOX)

This field displays the last data received from the RTU. This display is not real
time and may not show all receptions.
CURRENT RETRY (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the current number of system retries for the current
transaction.
LAST SCAN TIME (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the last scan time for the current address.
TIME BETWEEN SCANS (DISPLAY ONLY)

This area displays the time between scans for the current address.
DISPLAY OPTIONS (OPTION BUTTON)

This area gives the user the capability of viewing the data, in the
Communication Monitor dialog box, in one of the following formats:
•= Hex • Ascii • Hex/Ascii • Hex Expanded
PAUSE DISPLAY (BUTTON)

This Pause button halts the display from updating with any new information
received from the RTU device.
Port Error Statistics

The Port Error Statistics dialog box section counts the occurrences of each
attempt, response, and error. The counter is initiated by the startup of the
communications system. The statistics in the Attempts section equals the total
number of attempts at gathering information from the devices. The total
number in the Response section also produces the same number. In this
example, the RTU has attempted to poll its devices 9614 times. Of those 9614,
all were completely successful.
Field Explanations
Port (Display Only)

The area displays the port type for the particular RTU.
Description (Display Only)

This area displays the description for the particular RTU.
Attempts (Display Only)

These statistics are briefly described below:
Attempts Description
Polls # of times data was retrieved from device.
Retries # of requests that had to be repeated.
Response (Display Only)

Response Description
Valid Data received from device was good.
Partial Data received was less than the # of characters expected.
Invalid Data received was invalid (e.g. noise in the line).
None No data was received.
Errors (Display Only)

Errors Description
Comm Communication failure detected by port.
Framing 1 or more bytes surrounding message are missing.
CRC Checksum at end of message does not agree with message.
RTU Device has returned an error.
Adding A New Interface

To add a new interface
1. From the Communication Interface Configuration dialog box, select New to
define a new interface. The Choose The Type of Device dialog box appears.
NOTE: If Cancel is chosen from any of these dialogs in this procedure, the New
operation is canceled.
This dialog box lists all the available interface types found in the system.
2. Select the Whessoe 8130 RTU type.
3. Click OK, the Port Type dialog box appears.
4. Select the port type that the RTU is connected.

5. Click OK. If Local Serial Port or Dial Up Modem is selected, the
Communication Port Configuration dialog box appears. If LAT Terminal
Server Port the LAT Port Configuration dialog box appears. For applications
using LAT Terminal Server Port, the SuperLAT Windows NT driver software
must be installed. SuperLAT supports the DEC 90L+ Terminal Server.
6. Assign a port to the interface and click OK. Clicking Cancel aborts the edit
without changing any configuration and reset the configuration lock. The RTU
Interface Configuration dialog box appears.
NOTE: It is not mandatory at this point to select a port.
7. Enter the interface specifications. Follow the procedure below to add the
Model 8130 RTU.
NOTE: Model 8130s can also be added to existing interfaces by selecting Devices from
the Communications Interface Configuration dialog box.
Defining a Model 8130 RTU

When creating a new interface, the user is led automatically through the
configuration dialog boxes. If the user wants to define an RTU for an existing
interface, they can follow the series of steps below to get to the appropriate dialog
box.
a. Select Communications from the fmUSER menu bar and click Configuration.
The Communications Interface Configuration dialog box appears.
b. Select the Interface Description and Type and click Device. The RTU Device
Configuration dialog box appears.
c. Select the RTU and click Edit RTU. The RTU Device Configuration dialog box
appears.
To add an RTU
1. Click New RTU in the RTU Interface Configuration dialog box. The RTU
Device Configuration dialog box appears.
2. Type in the RTU description and set the specifications. Follow the next
section for the remaining procedure.
Making I/O Point Connections

To access the I/O Point Connections dialog box; the user must be in the main
configuration dialog box.
To create an I/O point connection for an interface
1. Click on the desired interface in the Communication Interface Configuration
dialog box.
NOTE: When the I/O Point button is pressed, the interface will be locked as described
in the Lock Status section of the Configuring Communications chapter.
2. Click I/O Points. The I/O Point Connections dialog box appears.
CM system
name, 8130
interface name,
and Model 8130 RTU device
name scroll list
point listbox
to make a database
connection to delete a
single I/O
to delete a database Point
connections
3. Click on a device data type and then click Assign. The Select Database System
dialog box appears if no database has been selected. Otherwise, the Database
Edit dialog box appears.
4. Select a database point and associated variable. Database points and variables
are filtered so that only the variable format and engineering unit type relating
to the selected device I/O point are displayed. Refer to the Configuring the
Database chapter for instruction on maneuvering through a database.
An example of a filtered point is if a tank gauge I/O point was selected. When
Assign is selected, the corresponding database variable must be a floating-point
type with engineering units of level (length).
NOTE: The user is able to define new database points by clicking New in the Database
Edit dialog box. The system only accepts a newly created database point with
the attributes of the selected data point.
5. Once a database point has been selected, the run-time CM interface

configuration and the run-time DM point configuration are updated
immediately.
NOTE: This operation cannot be canceled, but it can be undone by using the Clear
button.
6. Click Done to save changes and to return to the Communication Interface

Configuration dialog box.
Editing I/O Point Connections

This section describes how to edit an existing I/O point connection. To access the
I/O Point Connections dialog box; the user must be in the main configuration dialog
box.
To edit an I/O point connection for an interface
dialog box.
to edit a
single I/O
Point
3. Click Edit. The RTU I/O Point Configuration dialog box appears.
4. Click OK when you have completed all entry selections. You are returned to
the I/O Point Connections dialog box.
Creating New I/O Point Connections

This section describes how to create new I/O point connection. To access the I/O
Point Connections dialog box; the user must be in the main configuration dialog
box.
To create a new I/O point connection for an interface
dialog box.
to create a
new I/O
Point
3. Click New. The RTU I/O Point Configuration dialog box appears.
4. Click OK when you have completed all entry selections. You are returned to
the I/O Point Connections dialog box.
Editing
This section describes how to edit an existing interface, the Model 8130
specifications, the device specifications of the Model 8130, and the I/O point
connections. The procedures are illustrated below.
•= Select Communications from the fmUSER menu bar and click
Configuration.
If a CM has not been selected, the CommunicationsManager dialog box appears.

The selected system becomes the default.
• This dialog box allows the selection of a CM system, which is in ACTIVE or
STANDBY mode. CMs that are SHUTDOWN status are not accessible (see
Startup Options under the System menu to change CM status).
• If the desired system is not displayed in the list, type in “\\” and then the system
name.
Otherwise, the Communication Interface Configuration dialog box appears.
to edit the
interface and
corresponding
8130 RTU and
devices
to delete
existing
interface
to edit I/O
connections
Refer to page 8 for a description of the Communication Interface Configuration dialog

box.
To delete an existing interface
NOTE: If another user locks the interface, a message will be displayed as described in
the Lock Status section. The Delete operation will not be carried through.
1. Select the interface to be deleted from the Communication Interface

Configuration list box.
If the interface has any I/O points connected to a database. A message box will
be displayed notifying the user. The interface can not be deleted until the
points are cleared. If there are connected points, refer to the To delete I/O
points procedure below.
2. Select the interface to be deleted from the list box and then click Delete.
To clear I/O point assignments
1. Select the appropriate interface from the Communication Interface
Configuration list box.
2. Click on I/O points. The I/O Point Connections dialog box appears.
3. Select the Clear button to clear all assigned I/O points of each 8130 RTU. To
clear individual points, select the point and then click Delete.
To edit or delete a 8130 RTU
1. Select the appropriate interface in the Communication Interface Configuration
dialog box.
2. Click Device to display the RTU Interface Configuration dialog box.
select RTU from

list box and then select RTU from
click Edit RTU list box and then
click Delete RTU
The RTU Interface Configuration dialog box contains all the 8130 RTUs
defined for the selected interface. Refer to page 37 for a description of the
RTU Interface Configuration dialog box.
3. Make the necessary changes and click OK.
To edit an interface
1. Select the appropriate interface in the Communication Interface Configuration
dialog box.
2. Click Device to display the Device Configuration dialog box.
In this dialog box, the user is able to edit interface specifications, the
communication port, and associated 8130 RTUs.
•= Refer to the above procedure to edit 8130 RTUs.

•= Refer to the following procedure to edit the communications port.
To edit the communication port settings

1. Click Port 1 to display the Communication Port Configuration dialog box.
2. Make the necessary corrections and then click OK.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Several dialogs have been provided for maintenance and diagnostics. These dialog
boxes can be found in the Communications menu in the fmUSER program. The
fmUSER menu bar is seen below:
1. Select Communications from the FuelsManager User Interface menu bar and
select Maintenance. The Select CommManager Subsystem dialog box
appears if a CM has not been selected.
Otherwise, the Communication Interface Maintenance dialog box appears.
Once you have chosen a CM system, it becomes the default.
NOTE: The Select CommunicationsManager dialog box allows the selection of a CM

system, which is in ACTIVE or STANDBY mode. CMs that are SHUTDOWN
status are not accessible (see Startup Options under the System menu to
change CM status).
If your system is not displayed in the list, type in “\\” and then your system
name.
2. Click Select. Once selected, this communications system becomes the default.
The Communication Interface Maintenance dialog box appears.
Displays mode of
the
Communications
Click to change
Manager
the
Communications
Manager
Click to change
run mode status Click to view
of selected the device
interface dialogs of the
selected
interface
NOTE: If the CM Run Mode is in STANDBY, all interfaces are forced to STANDBY
regardless of the Interface Run Mode setting displayed in this column.
3. Select the desired interface from the list in the Communication Interface
Maintenance dialog box. Once an interface is selected, the Mode and Device
buttons become enabled.
4. When maintenance is completed, choose the Done button to return to the
Communication Interface Maintenance dialog box.
Mode buttons
These two buttons allow the interface run mode to be changed. If the CM run mode
is STANDBY, these buttons are disabled. An Interface Run Mode cannot be
changed when the CM is in STANDBY.
When the CM is ACTIVE, and the user selects an interface from the list, these
buttons may be used to change the Interface Run Mode. After confirming the
operation, the interface changes mode, and its new status will be displayed in the
list box. Refer to the Run Mode section in the Configuring Communications
chapter for more information.
Device button
This button displays diagnostic information about the selected device. Refer to the
Device Maintenance section for instructions.
Device Maintenance
The Device Maintenance dialog allows the user to view diagnostic information
about preconfigured devices of the interface.
1. Select the desired interface in the list box from the Communication Interface
Maintenance dialog box.
2. Choose Device to display the Device Maintenance dialog box.
3. Click Done when complete.

Troubleshooting
In general, Model 8130 communication problems may be checked by using both the
auto-configuration routine (refer to your Model 8130 manual) and FuelsManager.
As mentioned in the above section, the Device Maintenance dialog for an 8130
RTU is helpful in diagnosing a problem. A table listed below can also be used in
this procedure:
Problem Possible Reason and/or Solution

No communication from Check the port configuration. The FuelsManager
FuelsManager to the Model 8130 communication settings must match those set for
the Model 8130.
Check the power, communication wiring, and
communication terminations to the Model 8130.
Verify that FuelsManager is requesting data from
a valid MODBUS address.
Failure in device Check the power, communication wiring, and
communication terminations to the failed device.
Also consult your device’s manual for possible
hardware related problems.
Alarms
Alarms related to the Model 8130 and associated devices are first viewed in the
FuelsManager Operate program. These alarms include the following:
•= Device failure alarm
•= Model 8130 Translator failure alarm
•= Tank Alarms
Refer to the Configuring Alarms section in your FuelsManager User Manual for
more information.

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Communication Interface Configuration

Otherwise, the Communication Interface Configuration dialog box appears.

SELECT SYSYEM (BUTTON)

INTERFACE DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

INTERFACE TYPE (DISPLAY ONLY)

PORT (DISPLAY ONLY)

LOCKED (DISPLAY ONLY)

Communication Port Configuration

SYSTEM NAME (DISPLAY ONLY)

INTERFACE DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

PORT (LIST BOX)

BAUD RATE (LIST BOX)

DATA BITS (OPTION BUTTONS)

STOP BITS (OPTION BUTTONS)

PARITY (OPTION BUTTONS)

HANDSHAKING (OPTION BUTTONS)

RTU Interface Configuration

INTERFACE DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

NOTE: The Interface Description defaults to INTERFACE ### anytime an interface is

RTU Device Configuration

SYSTEM NAME (DISPLAY ONLY)

INTERFACE DESC (DISPLAY ONLY)

DESCRIPTION (TEXT BOX)

DATABASE VERSION (DISPLAY ONLY)

ADDRESS (LIST BOX)

CONFIGURATION FILE (TEXT BOX)

RECEIVE TIME OUT (TEXT BOX)

RETIRES AFTER BAD POLL (TEXT BOX)

MAX DATABASE AGE (TEXT BOX)

COS ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

CLOCK SYNC. ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

RTU ENABLE (CHECK BOX)

Automatic DownLoad Options

MODEM PHONE NUMBER (TEXT BOX)

TIME BETWEEN CALLS (TEXT BOX)

DIAL TYPE (OPTION BUTTON)

I/O Point Connection

SYSTEM NAME (DISPLAY ONLY)

INTERFACE DESC (DISPLAY ONLY)

RTU NAME (LIST BOX)

The list box displays the following information:

INPUT/OUTPUT (DISPLAY ONLY)

DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

SOURCE (DISPLAY ONLY)

DATABASE/POINT ID/VARIABLE (DISPLAY ONLY)

RTU I/O Point Connection

INTERFACE DESC (DISPLAY ONLY)

RTU DESCRIPTION (DISPLAY ONLY)

INPUT or OUTPUT (OPTION BUTTONS)

CHANGE OF STATE (CHECK BOX)

RTU TIMESTAMP (CHECK BOX)

TANK POINT (CHECK BOX/LIST BOX)

DATA VALIDITY PARAM (CHECK BOX)

USE VALIDITY PARAM (CHECK BOX)

FILTER (TEXT BOX)

POINT TYPE (LIST BOX)

POINT NUMBER (LIST BOX)

PARAMETER (COMBO BOX)

Communication Interface Maintenance

RUN MODE (DISPLAY ONLY)

SELECT SYSTEM (BUTTON)

INTERFACE TYPE (DISPLAY ONLY)