Freelance 800F distributed control system

System description

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Glossary

Process station:
This term is used when statements are valid for both, AC 800F controller (FieldController) and rack controller.
A process station can be designed redundantly or non-redundantly.

AC 800F:
This is used when a statement only applies to this type of process station. A redundant process station of the
FieldController type consists of two AC 800F controllers.

Rack station:
This is used when a statement only applies to this type of process station. A redundant rack station contains
2 rack CPUs.

Controller:
This is used to address an individual, non-redundant process station.

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 Contents

Freelance 800F: The compact control system Page 4

System architecture Page 6

Process-level automation: The controller Page 8

Process-level automation: Remote I/O Page 12

Process-level automation: Field devices Page 13

Process-level automation: Freelance Rack I/O Page 14

System communication Page 16

The operator level with DigiVis Page 18

Configuration and commissioning with Control Builder F Page 28

Engineering and service Page 40

Freelance 800F system data Page 42

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Freelance 800F: The compact control system

As hardware constitutes less of the price of an auto­ • Uniform, system-wide plausibility check of user
mation system, the costs for creating user software programs via all process and operator stations up
become more important, accounting for an average to intelligent field devices, including formal check
of more than 50% of the total cost of an automation for completeness and consistency of the user
project. This makes it clear that the mechanism, by programs
which cost structures can be changed to the user’s • Graphical configuration with high-performance
advantage, must begin with engineering. editors in programming languages according to
IEC 61131-3
That‘s essentially why we‘ve developed Freelance - Function block diagram (FBD)
800F: to enhance cost efficiency by reducing engi- - Ladder diagram (LD)
neering costs, while keeping hardware prices con- - Instruction list (IL)
sistent with those of programmable logic controllers. - Sequential function chart (SFC)
- Structured text (ST)
How can engineering costs be reduced? • Extensive function block library, to which user-
• Use of only one engineering tool (Control Builder F) de­­­­­fined function blocks can be added; macro
to configure the entire system, consisting of auto-­ library and graphics symbols to create graphics
mation functions and the operator interface- with and faceplates for user-defined function blocks
displays and logs, as well as to configure fieldbus • Integration of any PROFIBUS-DP or PA slave
lines (PROFIBUS, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, HART, using the concept of the generic slave (using a
etc. ) and to parameterize field devices GSD-file) with the possibility of configuring these
• Automatic generation of the entire communication components in user-defined dialogs
between controllers and operator stations • Integration of PROFIBUS devices using FDT/DTM
• Lower cost and time investment for data input
due to a system-wide uniform database for field
devices, process stations and operator stations,
leading to data consistency within the entire
system

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 The same user-friendly configuration and support The Freelance 800F control system pro­vides power-
features also apply to operation and observation. The ful automation that is cost-effective and easy to use.
operator is supported by a mechanism providing not Freelance 800F is ideally suited to applications re-
only information from the plant but also operating quiring simple handling and attractively-priced hard-
hints. For this purpose, for example, an intuitive ware and software in power, process or environmental
operator interface, logs, and sophisticated alarm and industry.
message management function is available.
It is a sound investment in the future, with a simple
The quality of Freelance 800F is also reflected in the and clearly designed system based on the motto:
robust hardware, which is immune to electromag-
netic interference and bears the CE Mark as a quality Minimum engineering – maximum automation
symbol for all its components.

In cases where demands on availability are particu-

larly high, it is possible to configure the process
station including the modules redundantly. Fieldbus
lines, the system bus, and the operator stations can
also be configured redundantly.

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System architecture

Freelance 800F is divided into an operator level and a One engineering station and several operator stations
process level. The operator level contains the func- can be installed at the operator level. The Control
tions for operation and observation, archives and Builder F engineering station is used to configure and
logs, trends and alarms. Open-loop and closed-loop commission the system. Usually, portable equipment
control functions are processed in the controllers. such as laptops, which allow configuration both in
the office and on site, is used. The operator level PCs
can also be used as engineering station. A permanent
The Freelance 800F DigiVis operator level connection to the engineering system is not neces-
The DigiVis operator stations use PC hardware, either sary.
standard or industrialized in line with the application,
running under the Microsoft Windows operating
system. DigiVis supports dual-monitor operation,
meaning that two monitors can be used on a single
PC, operated using one mouse and one keyboard.

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 The Freelance 800F process level System communication
At the process level, a Freelance 800F system can The operator and process levels communicate with
consist of several process stations that are connected each other via the system bus (based on Ethernet)
with I/O units. You have the option of running these with TCP/IP, where you can choose between various
process stations either redundantly (CPU redundancy, transmission media such as AUI, twisted pair, fiber
fieldbus module redundancy) or without redundancy. optic or coaxial cable. A Freelance OPC server is
Modular plug-in input/output modules are used in available for connecting to higher-level operator
accordance with the type and quantity of process stations (800xA) or other OPC clients. The real-time
signals. With AC 800F, fieldbus-compliant compo- process values and alarms from the Freelance sys-
nents such as remote I/O or field devices can be tem can be accessed via OPC. A „C“ programming
connected. interface for Windows programs can be used for
external applications that do not use the standard
OPC interface. The DMS-API is used for this.

Control DigiVis Extended

Builder F automation
functions1)

Controller
AC 800F

Modbus, IEC870,
Profibus, FF,
LD 800P RLM01 HART

S800 S900 Rack I/O

FB 900
LD 800HSE
field barrier

1)
E.g. 800xA Operations, 800xA Batch Management and 800xA Information Management

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Process-level automation: The controller

The AC 800F hardware Also Freelance Rack I/O can be connected to the
The AC 800F has a modular structure. The CPU is AC 800F, in which case a CAN module is used. This
designed as a backplane to which various modules allows you to operate five I/O racks, with a total of
– power supply units, Ethernet or fieldbus modules – around 1000 I/Os, for each AC 800F. The I/O racks
can be attached in line with the application. On are equipped with a link module and up to nine
the fieldbus side, modules for PROFIBUS-DPV1, I/O modules and can be mounted separately at a
FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE, MODBUS (master/ distance of up to 400 m from the AC 800F.
slave, RTU or ASCII), IEC 60870-5-101 and CAN for
Freelance Rack I/O are available. The fieldbus line
and the connected PROFIBUS slaves are entirely
configured and parameterized using the Control
Builder F engineering tool. No further external tools
are needed for configuration.
Station bus (CAN)
Rack I/O
PROFIBUS slaves can be integrated into the system
using a GSD1) file or FDT/DTM2). Profibus FOUNDATION
Fieldbus

Field devices
In the case of FOUNDATION Fieldbus, configuration
takes place using CFF3) or DD4) files. This allows Remote I/O

fieldbus parameterization even without connected

field devices.

1)
GSD = GSD = Device Master Data, abbreviation for the german term Geräte­-
stammdaten. A GSD is the device database file (also called ‘device datasheet’)
2)
FDT/DTM = Field Device Tool / Device Type Manager
Field devices
3)
CFF= Capabilities File
4)
DD = Device Description

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CPU 32-bit super scalar RISC processor

with rapid bit processing

RAM 4 MB S-RAM or 16 MB (SD-RAM)
for application with battery backup

Task execution Cyclic (configurable cycle times from 5 ms)

Event-driven (predefined events)
As fast as possible (PLC mode)

Interfaces Ethernet
PROFIBUS
FOUNDATION Fieldbus
Station bus (CAN bus)

Serial:
RS485/422/232
Modbus protocol (master or slave, RTU
or ASCII)

Telecontrol protocol in accordance with

IEC 60870-5-101

Ambient 0...60°C (32...140°F),

temperature no forced cooling required

The basic unit with CPU This signals the wish to remove the module to the
The core element of the AC 800F is a high-perform- CPU module, and the fieldbus is automatically shut
ance processor with rapid bit processing properties down. As a result, the remote I/O and field device
making it ideal for use in automation technology. outputs have the opportunity to assume configured
safety values, avoiding undefined states when the
Mechanical design of AC 800F module is removed.
The AC 800F process station has a mechanical
design similar to that used in programmable logic All modules are surrounded by metal casing when
controls. Its front panel connection technique makes installed, which gives them optimum mechanical and
it exceptionally easy to assemble and to service, electrical protection.
also allowing it to be mounted on the wall without
difficulty. All casing materials used are simply screwed together,
allowing them to be separated for future recycling.
All AC 800F modules are inserted into racks from Last but not least, Freelance 800F has taken environ-
the front and secured in position with screws. The mental protection into account by using a minimal
modules are activated using a lock switch, which amount of paint.
conceals the upper screw opening. The lock switch
must be opened to reach the upper screw opening.

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 Functions Along with the user tasks, system tasks – in which
The scope of functions provided by the Freelance functions can also be processed – are automatically
system corresponds to the basic supply defined in made available. These tasks are executed once in
IEC 61131-3, in addition to numerous other high- case of the following events:
performance, industry-proven functions and function - RUN
blocks. They are accommodated in a function block - STOP
library and can be supplemented by user-specific - COLD START
function blocks. While designing the station and - WARM START (voltage restored)
during configuration, the processing capacity and - REDUNDANCY TOGGLE
speed of the process station can be easily adapted - ERROR
to the demands of the automation task. Program
execution in the process station is based on a task- Up to eight cyclic user tasks and one PLC mode task
oriented, real-time multitasking operating system, can be configured in a process station.
leading to a flexible strategy for processing programs.
Fieldbus modules
Different modes are available for task execution: The AC 800F uses the fieldbus modules to collect
• Cyclical processing with cycle times from 5 ms and process real-time and diagnostic data. Up to
upwards four fieldbus modules can be mounted into one
• Fastest-possible processing (PLC mode) AC 800F.

Functions and function blocks

Analog value - Input and output conversion Monitoring - Analog and binary monitoring
processing - Linearization - Event monitoring
- Delay and dead-time filter - Audible alarm control
- Average/extreme value determination in time - Connection monitoring
- Setpoint adjustment - Sequence-of-Events (SOE)
- Counter with analog input
- Time scheduler Acquisition - Disturbance course acquisition, trend acquisition
Arithmetic - Basic arithmetic functions, numerical functions
Binary value - Binary output, monostable functions - Logarithmic functions
processing - Input and output delay - Trigonometric functions
- Pulse/time counter, pushbutton - Analog value and time limitation

Closed-loop control - Continuous controllers Modbus functions - Master and slave functions
- Step controllers PROFIBUS - DPV1 master functions for AC 800F
- On/off controller, three-position controller
- Ratio controller FOUNDATION - FF High Speed Ethernet (HSE/H1)
- Basic functions Fieldbus (FF) for AC 800F
- Auto-tuning Send/Receive - Send and receive blocks for
inter-system communication
Open-loop control - Individual drive functions
- Sequence control, dosing circuits Phase logic - Interface module for batch applications
processing
Logic functions - Logic processing
- Average/extreme value determination
- Comparator, binary switch
- Multiplexer
- Converter (data type & code)
- Flip-flop, edge detection
- String blocks
- radio controlled adjustment of daylight-saving time

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 The fieldbus modules have the following tasks and enables connected PROFIBUS PA devices to be
characteristics: supplied with power via the bus, and additionally
• Electrical isolation between the process and allows use in intrinisically safe areas.
system
• Status LEDs for the module status For further details, see ABB’s Fieldbus Devices bro-
• Independent fault detection and fault signaling chure (art. no. 3BDD 013172).
• Connection of the fieldbus lines
FOUNDATION Fieldbus Linking Device
Ethernet modules LD 800HSE
Process stations and the operator and engineering LD 800HSE serves as a gateway between High
level in the Freelance 800F system communicate with Speed Ethernet (HSE Subnet) and the FOUNDATION
each other via Ethernet. Fieldbus field devices on H1 links. The provision of
data from a H1 link to the HSE Subnet, as well as
Intelligent linking devices from one H1 link to another, is guaranteed by the
As the AC 800F possesses the high-speed connec- communication – typical of FOUNDATION Fieldbus –
tion of both PROFIBUS (PROFIBUS DP) and FOUN- between field devices on various H1 links and field
DATION Fieldbus (FF-HSE), the slower buses of the devices on the HSE Subnet. In addition, the client/
two fieldbus technologies (PROFIBUS PA and FF-H1) server gateway allows function blocks in H1 devices
can be connected using intelligent linking devices. to be accessed via the HSE interface. LD 800HSE is
These devices allow to connect several slow buses also designed for redundancy.
to one fast bus, with the advantage that a lot more
field devices can be connected to an AC 800F sta- For further details, see ABB’s Fieldbus Devices bro-
tion than when the slow fieldbuses are connected chure (art. no. 3BDD 013172).
directly.
Other fieldbus devices
LD 800P PROFIBUS DP/PA Linking Device To protect the fieldbus segment and the links, the
LD 800P is needed to connect PROFIBUS DP to Fieldbus Barrier FB 900 series can be used. The PC
PROFIBUS PA. The LD 800P Linking Device converts 900 Power Conditioner provides a higher supply
the physical bus characteristics of the RS 485 inter- current for a H1 link. These devices are described
face for the PROFIBUS DP into PROFIBUS PA physi- in detail in ABB’s Fieldbus Devices brochure
cal bus characteristics according to IEC 61158-2, (art. no. 3BDD 013172).

Details of the fieldbus modules Ethernet modules for the system bus

Type Channels Function Type Channels Function


CAN module 1 Connection of up to 5 Freelance Ethernet module 1 Twisted pair connection
I/O racks 10 base T for connection to
hubs or switches
Serial module 2 RS232/RS422/RS485 configurable
for MODBUS, IEC 60870-5-101 Ethernet module 1 BNC connection 10 base 2
telecontrol protocol for thin coaxial cable
(Cheapernet), 10 MBit/s
PROFIBUS module 1 Full-value PROFIBUS DPV1
Master Ethernet module 1 AUI connection 10 base 5 and
10 base FL via coupler
FF-HSE module 1 For the connection of up to
10 LD 800HSE Linking Devices
with 10/100 MBaud autosense
twisted pair connection

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Process-level automation: Remote I/O

The fieldbus module for PROFIBUS enables connec- S900

tion of remote I/O units such as the S800 or S900. The remote S900 I/O system can be installed directly
Whereas the S800 is generally used in process auto­ in zone 1 and zone 2 hazardous areas.
mation, the S900 is preferred, due to its extended
channel diagnostics and intrinsic safety, in the chemi- It communicates with the control system level using
cals segment and in areas where explosion protec- the Profibus standard, therefore reducing marshalling
tion is required. and wiring costs. The system is sturdy, error-tolerant
and easy to service. Moreover, the S900 I/O system
S800 is characterized by a compact design, cyclical trans-
S800 I/O is a comprehensive, distributed and modu- mission of secondary HART variables, parameteriza-
lar process I/O system that communicates with parent tion and diagnosis of all HART field devices via the
controllers via PROFIBUS. Thanks to its broad con- fieldbus. Its redundancy ensures maximum availability.
nectivity, the system is able to communicate with a
wide range of process control systems from both Integrated disconnection mechanisms allow replace-
ABB and other suppliers. ment during operation, meaning that there is no need
to interrupt the primary voltage in order to exchange
By permitting installation in the field, close to sensors the power supply units. Thanks to its sturdy, space-
and actuators, S800 I/O greatly reduces the installa- saving design and stable casing that is suitable for
tion cost by reducing the cost of cabling. It is possi- any environment, S900 is the best and most cost-
ble to exchange modules and reconfigure the system effective I/O system for use in zone 1 and 2 hazard-
during operation. Redundancy options allow a high ous areas.
degree of availability.
For further details, see S900 Brochure 3BDD013133.
For further details, see S800 Brochure 3BSE009891.

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 Process-level automation: Field devices

Freelance 800F enables you to connect and con­ HART devices can be connected using HART-
figure PROFIBUS PA devices without directly using a compliant modules of the S800/S900.
PROFIBUS PA module for the AC 800F. The LD 800P
Linking Device allows you to operate PA devices on If the HART devices are connected to the S900,
the PROFIBUS DPV1 module without reducing the certain S900 modules can be used to transfer
DP bus speed to the lower PA baud rate. additional HART values to the cyclical I/O mapping.
This makes it possible to use the second or third
Similarly, the LD 800HSE Linking Device allows you measured values of a HART device in the AC 800F
to connect and configure FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 as an input for applications.
devices without the need for an AC 800F fieldbus
module for FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1. The configu-
ration of control in the field with FOUNDATION
Fieldbus is supported by Freelance.

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Process-level automation: Freelance Rack I/O

Rack I/O is installed in conjunction with DCP10 or All Freelance Rack I/O modules are intelligent, i.e.
DCP02 rack CPUs. Rack CPUs do not have access they have their own processors. Users can configure
to fieldbus I/O or field devices. In connection with the the scan times of the I/O modules individually for
AC 800F, Rack I/O is used when a rack CPU has each module. The fastest scan time is 2 ms for binary
been replaced by the AC 800F, or if SOE functionality modules and 10/500 ms for analog modules. In case
is needed. In addition, I/O cycles are faster with Rack of communication errors, the output modules switch
I/O than with fieldbus. For example, up to 288 binary the outputs to configurable safety values. Where
signals can be updated within 2 ms using just one controller redundancy is configured, the second
rack. controller takes over without interruption.

Intelligent I/O modules Mechanical design of Rack I/O

The I/O modules link the controller and the process, The Freelance 800F Rack modules have a mechanical
for signal conversion. They receive data from sensors, design similar to that used in programmable logic
detectors, transmitters and other field devices and controllers. Its front panel connection method makes
issue positioning commands to the process. it exceptionally easy to assemble and to service, also
They have the following tasks and characteristics: allowing it to be mounted on the wall.
• Input and conversion of conventional signals and
signal levels Freelance 800F Rack modules are inserted into racks
• Galvanic isolation between the process and from the front and secured in position with screws.
system Each is contained within a metal enclosure providing
• Status LEDs for inputs/outputs exceptional mechanical ruggedness and electromag-
• Externally-powered outputs netic immunity.
• Automatic fault detection, fault signaling and
temperature monitoring
• Sensor and line-break monitoring
• Short-circuit and overload-protected digital outputs
• Digital inputs protected against incorrect polarity
• Potentially isolated analog inputs
• Hot-swap capability
• No switches, jumpers or potentiometers, as all
settings are configured using the software
• Front panel connection of process signals via
screw terminals with keyed blocks, codeable
against incorrect connection

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 All casing materials used are simply screwed togeth- The Freelance Rack I/O is designed to operate in
er, allowing them to be separated for future recycling. ambient conditions of 0 to 50° C (32 to 122°F) with-
Last but not least, the Freelance hardware compo- out forced cooling. A temperature sensor within the
nents have taken environmental protection into ac- cartridge monitors the temperature of the module
count by using a minimal amount of paint. The mod- and triggers an alarm when the maximum value
ules have no jumpers or switches whatsoever on the permitted is exceeded.
printed circuit boards, meaning that the user does
not need to open the cartridges. No potentiometers Quality and electromagnetic compatibility
have been used either. By using a well-shielded metal case for each module
and also installing EMC filters in each incoming and
outgoing lead, measures have been adopted to
comply with EMC standards without the need of
installation in cubicles. As a result, the Freelance
800F hardware meets the binding EMC standards
and bears the CE Mark. The requirements of IEC 801
and the NAMUR industrial standard have also been
Type Channels Signal range
fulfilled. A sophisticated test strategy, the installation
of optical inspection systems, and integrated self-test
Digital 32 For active sensors or contacts
functions ensure that the modules are highly reliable.
inputs with external power supply,
24 V DC, Rin 3 kW

28 2-wire NAMUR initiators or
contact inputs
(make/break contacts)

12 3-wire or 4-wire initiators or

contact inputs
(change-over contacts)

Digital 32 24 V DC, 0.5 A

outputs Resistant to short-circuits

16 Relay output
24V...230VAC/DC, 5 A

Analog 16 0/4...20 mA, Rin 50 W

inputs Resolution: 12 bits

16 0/4...20 mA, Rin 250 W
Input for HART-transmitter

16 0/4...20 mA, Rin 250 W ext.
24 V DC, transmitter supply
Resolution: 12 bits

8 Temperature input
Pt100/mV calibrator/thermo-
couples
Resolution: 16 bits

Frequency 4 For each counter input,

input 2 enable inputs,
2 outputs, f <= 45 kHz,
24 bit counter, electrically
isolated per channel

Analog 16 0/4...20 mA
output Resolution: 12 bits

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System communication

System bus • Easy connection to a higher plant management

The system bus interconnects the process stations, level through the OPC standard
operator stations and engineering station in the • Pre-programmed routines in the event of faults
Freelance 800F system. • Good EMC properties
• Ability to switch bus members on and off during
The system bus complies with the Ethernet Standard operation
according to DIN/ISO 8802, Part 3 (IEEE 802.3) and • Highest availability through redundancy
can be used with twisted pair, fiber optic or coaxial
cable. It is also possible to use a combination of Station bus (CAN bus)
these standards or to implement 100-MBit/s compo- When Freelance I/O racks are used, communication
nents within a network as high-speed backbone. takes place via the station bus. The station bus
complies with the CAN (Controller Area Network)
Freelance uses confirmed and unconfirmed services. industrial standard.
The unconfirmed UDP service is used for screen up-
dating and lateral communication between controllers. The station bus has the following features:
The confirmed TCP/IP service is used for alarming • The ability to cover short to medium distances
and trend archiving. • High data throughput, update times for signals
from 2 ms (binary) or 10 ms (analog)
The system bus has the following features: • Exceptional degree of transmission safety and
• The ability to cover long distances interference immunity (Hamming distance = 6)
• A high data throughput • Pre-programmed routines in the event of faults
• Choice of various transmission media (such as • Good EMC properties
twisted pair, coaxial cable or fiber optics) • Ability to switch bus members on and off during
• A flexible network layout operation
• Automatic initialization of newly mounted modules

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 OPC As several OPC gateways can be used in the Free-
Freelance 800F provides an OPC gateway (server), lance system, server redundancy can be established
which allows OPC clients to access data and alarms using OPC clients that support this function. * The
from the Freelance process stations. From Version Control Builder F engineering software supports this
7.1 upwards, the OPC server also allows access to with the redundant OPC gateway configuration.
the DPV1 parameters and user parameters of
PROFIBUS and HART devices. In the case of HART The trend server option provides a special OPC
devices, this is only possible if they are connected gateway that is used by the DigiVis operator stations
to a S900 unit. For V8.2 and higher, the parameters for user-defined trend displays. Access to the trend
of FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices can also be server is fixed to “read only”, and all trend variables
accessed. It is possible to limit access to this data are automatically available. There is one trend server
at the OPC gateway such that an OPC client cannot per Freelance system.
see certain process points and variables at all, can
only read other process points and variables, or has DMS-API
both read and write access to certain The DMS Application Programming Interface pro-
process points and variables. vides C programmers with a Windows interface
through which they can access internal Freelance
The DigiVis operator station has a built-in OPC client, communications services. This enables them to their
which permits you to access data from external own Windows applications that can read online data
OPC servers. Using this, for example, data from a from the Freelance system and modify values.
SIEMENS control unit can be integrated into a cus-
tom graphic in DigiVis.

Details of process station

Bus type Fiber optic Twisted Pair Thin-Ethernet System bus Station bus
(FL) (TP) (Cheapernet) Full-Ethernet (CAN-Bus)
(Yellow Cable)

Max. length 4500 m 5 x 100 m 5 x 185 m 5 x 500 m for 80 m, 400 m

5 x 400 m for Coax, 50 m for
shielded TP AUI

Application System bus connection of Freelance 800F operator stations Station bus
(for operation and observation ), engineering station and process stations and as
connection
to I/O units

Standard DIN/ISO 8802 DIN/ISO 8802 DIN/ISO 8802 DIN/ISO 8802 ISO/DIN
Part 3 Part 3 Part 3 Part 3 11898
(IEEE 802.3) (IEEE 802.3) (IEEE 802.3) (IEEE 802.3))
10BASE-FL 10BASE-T 10BASE2 10BASE5

Transmission 10 MBit/s 10 MBit/s 10 MBit/s 10 MBit/s 500 KBit/s for

rate 80 m
100 KBit/s for
400 m

*800xA Operations and Process Portal B support server redundancy

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The operator level with DigiVis

The operator stations • An external aspect, providing access to additional

The operator stations of the Freelance 800F system information such as PDF documentation, live
run on common personal computers, or, in special videos from the plant, standard operational pro­-
cases industrial PCs. cedures (SOPs), etc.
• Rapid selection of the correct measuring points in
The DigiVis software package, based on Microsoft case of process alarms
Windows as a graphical user interface, enhances the • Uniform message concept and clearly arranged
ease of use and the performance of process opera- display of messages and operator hints
tion. In addition, you can also use any PC peripherals • Configurable voice output on the PC for messages
such as monitors, printers, mice and keyboards that • Up to 16 user groups/access profiles, with a
are available on the market for Windows-compliant maximum of 1000 users, specific password for
PCs. The operation and observation (DigiVis) and each user (with optional Security Lock software)
configuration (Control Builder F) functions can also be • Trend display with archiving
performed together on one PC. DigiVis operation and • Logging of all operator actions, including name
observation software has the following features: and timestamp
• Transparent and rapid operation due to a clearly • System diagnostics, even down to the field device,
structured information hierarchy allowing full field device error diagnostics
• User-specific function key assignment for fast • Various language versions: German, English,
display selection Spanish, Swedish, Russian, Polish, French,
• A large number of pre-engineered display types Chinese and Japanese
• A control aspect, providing access to dynamic • Dual-monitor operation on a single PC, with one
interlocking displays for the selected tag (in mouse and one keyboard
connection with OPC or trend server)

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 Graphic display with faceplates

Process visualization is supported by: position using features such as bar graphs, dynamic
• Plant-specific custom graphic displays filling and trend windows.
• Faceplates for process points (tags)
• Up to 15 plant areas with plain text labeling Depending on process states, graphic symbols can
be replaced, flash, and change color and position in
Plant-specific displays the graphic display. Process points can be viewed
Plant-specific displays geared to the specific either via faceplates in the graphic displays or via the
demands of the plant operator can be configured standard group displays.
to depict process activities.
Display selector fields or buttons can be used to
Static sections of the graphic displays can be cre- set up a specific selection hierarchy within custom
ated using the graphics editor. In addition, you also graphics for operation. The number of custom
have the option of inserting such static sections in graphics available in DigiVis is limited only by the
the form of bitmaps. Current process data or process hard disk capacity.
states can be animated dynamically in a suitable

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Pre-engineered displays Overview display
The process information for the entire plant is pre­
Pre-engineered displays are adapted to the needs of sented in a condensed manner in a single overview
process control engineering with regard to structure display. It offers facilities for selecting the group,
and information content. The following displays are graphic, SFC, Web, time scheduler and trend dis-
available: plays. Logs can also be called up directly from the
• Overview display overview display. Up to 96 displays (16 lines, each
• Group display with 6 displays per line) can be shown in the over-
• Faceplate view display. The group display symbols within the
• SFC display overview display also feature dynamic updating of
• Time scheduler display process points, allowing disturbance states to be
• Trend display detected rapidly through appropriate symbols and
• Web display colors. If required, you can also set a graphic display
• Message list and operator hint list of your choice as overview display. It then replaces
• Logs the standardized overview display.
• System display

Therefore, most functions already have fully prepared

displays for operation and observation, and can be
used without any further programming.

Overview display

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 Faceplates Group display
Faceplates allow both overview and detailed informa- The group display is a combination of several face-
tion to be obtained simultaneously. Since faceplates plates and contains detailed information about
are predefined, they are available immediately in the associated process points. All functions, including
system following the definition of a process point, controllers, time and monitoring functions as well as
without any additional programming. open-loop control functions, can be displayed and
operated.
This is also the case for user-defined faceplates.
Therefore, faceplates can be displayed on a monitor To provide a quick source of information, analog
together with standardized and freely constructed values are displayed as colored bars. To allow more
displays. A selected process point can always be precise reading, they are shown as alphanumeric
displayed via its faceplate. values. Pending disturbance states in the respective
variables can be detected immediately through a
change in color and flashing, and can be acknowl-
edged directly in the faceplate or message list.
Configured limits can be additionally displayed as
symbols. You can create your own faceplates for
user-defined function blocks.

Faceplates

Group display

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 SFC display The display is generated automatically and is an
The sequential function chart (SFC) based on the IEC alternative to the transition window, which allows you
61131-3 standard is viewed in a standardized SFC to configure a standardized, reduced display of a
display showing the current program state of the transition program.
sequential function chart.
Time scheduler display
In the SFC display, the current steps and program The time scheduler module makes it possible to
path already processed are displayed in different define analog variables during a pre-defined time by
colors. Disturbance states, such as non-fulfilled default, e.g. as a set point value for a connected
process criteria or time outs can be easily detected controller. The current set point is determined from a
by a color change within a criteria window for steps series of up to 32 configured values describing a set
and transitions. Furthermore, a display selection can point curve. The time scheduler display is easy to
be configured for each step and transition. The vari- operate. Apart from enabling the switching of opera-
ables shown in the criteria window can be operated. tion modes, it also permits the modification of the
current set point. Manual alterations to the set point
An SFC overview display allows direct access to a are displayed in a separate curve.
step or transition, and the desired information can be
selected immediately. This is particularly beneficial in A manual set point can be defined by offsetting the
the case of complex open-loop control structures, configured set point. A return (time-delayed) to the
when rapid intervention by the operator is essential. original value is possible at any time. A program can
be executed cyclically or by stating a certain number
The Control Aspect allows the animated display of of runs.
the transition program, similar to the commissioning
display in Control Builder F.

Time scheduler display

SFC display

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 Web display If a trend display is configured with archiving, the
The Web display provides a simple means of display- measured values are recorded as a cyclical function
ing Web pages on the operator station, without of the operator station. The archived values can be
covering the message line. For example, this allows backed up on any data medium or sent via file trans-
you to observe the picture of a camera using a built- fer protocol (FTP) to any subscriber on the Ethernet.
in Web server, making it easy to monitor flames or They are then available for further evaluations and
observe chimneys. However, in addition to showing can be exported in CSV3 format using the separate
Web pages, it is also possible to start programs and DigiBrowse software. The original data is binary-
display documents using this display. coded and therefore protected against manipulation.

Trend display and archiving User-defined trend displays

The chronological sequence of analog and binary Operators can compile any process values in a trend
process variables can be displayed as a trend display display themselves by selecting the required process
and archived. values from a list of all variable names. The task of
The following can be shown in one trend display: archiving this trend data on the hard disk of the
• Up to six signals in different colors operator station PC can also be carried out easily in
• The associated measuring point name with short the same way.
text
• The current measured value with scale and unit used A prerequisite for user-defined trends is that the
system contains a trend server.
The trend display can be altered by:
• Moving the time axis to show previous values
• Hiding trends
• Increasing and decreasing the signal range
• Selecting specific settings for each trend
progression (e.g. color or interpolation)
• Using a variable time range (seconds through
to weeks)

Trend display

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CSV=comma separated value, a format in which data
can easily be imported into Excel and evaluated

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Messages and operator hints Message line
The upper area of the display is always reserved as
Process disturbances are detected by the controllers a message line for the higher-level display of all mes-
and forwarded to the operator stations with a time­ sage types from the entire process.
stamp.
The message line optionally displays either the new-
The Freelance 800F system allows the following est or oldest messages, as well as buttons for ac-
message types: system error (S1-S3), process error knowledging messages and viewing operator hints.
(P1-P4) fault message and operator hint message There is also a field for indicating overflow, a field for
(P5). Process errors are divided into fault messages acknowledging alarms and a field showing the num­
(P1-P3) and switching messages (P4). When parame­ ber of unacknowledged messages in the message
terizing the function blocks, it is possible, depending list. For quick operation, the faceplate of the dis-
on the type, to assign up to 4 messages to the limit turbed process point can be accessed directly from
monitoring units integrated into the block. Whereas the message line.
the internal controller time is generally used for the
timestamp for messages, you also have the option of Operators can choose between three different mes-
using a special function block to assign external sage line views:
timestamps to alarms. In this way, for example, you • Standard view
can generate an alarm from a device connected to • Area view
the Modbus in the correct chronological order with • List view
the device’s timestamp. Different methods of ac-
knowledgement can be selected for each priority
level. Incoming messages are displayed in different
colors, along with the name and disturbed status of
the process point in accordance with their priority.

Standard view

Area view

List view

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 Message list Operator hint list
The message list offers an overview of all pending A hint for the operator can be configured for each
messages. It features a chronological list of fault, fault and switching message. Hints are intended as a
switch and system error messages. The latest mes­ means of informing the operator about the cause of
sage is placed at the beginning or end of the list, the message or about the procedure to be adopted
as required. This message sequence can be altered for eliminating a process fault. If necessary, hints can
by configuration. also provide further user help.

Just as in the message line, different priorities are All configured hints are displayed in the hint list.
color-coded. Messages can be acknowledged both
by block and by page. To provide a better overview, Faceplates or other displays can also be called up
the user can hide certain priorities or plant areas on directly from the hint list to operate a process point or
the screen display. The size of the message list can analyze critical process situations.
also be configured.

Other displays (e.g. faceplates, graphic or trend

displays) featuring the disturbed process point in its
process-relevant environment can be selected from
the message list. Associated displays and aspects
can be accessed directly by right-clicking on a
message.

Operator hint list

Message list

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Logging timestamp. The user can determine which message
priorities are to be logged. Binary events can be log­­
Logs are used to document events, states and ged with an accuracy of 2 ms for the whole system
sequences from the process. Log files can be saved (sequence of events). Signal sequence log 1 allows
on a hard disk, displayed on the monitor and output the operation of a line printer in order to immediately
on the printer or on a data medium such as CD, DVD print every alarm when it is received.
or memory stick for further evaluation. In addition,
the archived files can be automatically sent to any Plant log
subscriber on the Ethernet via the file transfer proto- At certain intervals or in certain situations, the plant
col. The DigiBrowse software makes it possible to log records the current values or states of process
view the data and to convert it into ASCII (CSV file) variables. It can run cyclically, or can be started and
for further evaluation, for instance using Excel. stopped manually or by an event. The output format
is freely configurable.
The Freelance 800F system features the following log
types: Disturbance course log
The disturbance course log is used to examine the
Signal sequence log course of disturbances. To this end, the measured
The signal sequence log is used for logging events values before and after a disturbance are recorded in
such as process and system messages, switching the controller with a high time resolution and archived
messages and hints. Even operator intervention can in an operator station. Four logs of each type can be
be logged in detail together with the user name and configured in one operator station.

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 System diagnosis

The current state of the hardware and software of a

Freelance 800F system is shown in the standardized
system display. Here, information can be obtained in
various degrees of detail about the status of anything
from the system or an individual controller to a field
device.

The simple system display is available to all operators

of a DigiVis operator station. From Version 8.2 up-
wards, the additional information is also available for
field devices on the FOUNDATION Fieldbus.

Easy system diagnostics with the system display

Freelance – Your standard automation solution

800xA components can be added to the system to meet additional requirements
(extended automation)

800xA Operations (operation and observation) Batch processing in Freelance

DigiVis makes it possible to operate and observe all Freelance is also ideally suited for batch automation
process stations in a Freelance system. In the case in accordance with ISA S88. In this case, the addi-
of 800xA Operations, in contrast, ABB offers a very tional 800xA Batch Management software, which
convenient means of connecting several Freelance has been optimized for Freelance, is used. Again,
systems to a common operator level in very large the system structure can be designed very flexibly.
plants.
Standard operation can either remain on DigiVis,
Here, the relevant faceplates are generated automati- with parallel batch management workstations and
cally for all process points in the lower-level Freelance appropriate servers, or operation, observation and
systems. DigiVis and 800xA Operations are compat- batch management can be carried out entirely using
ible, meaning that both operator levels can be used 800xA.
together, for instance DigiVis in the local control room
and 800xA Operations in the head office.

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Configuration and commissioning with Control Builder F

The engineering station In particular, this is also true for FOUNDATION

A standard PC may be used as an engineering Fieldbus configuration, whereby Control Builder F
station for configuration, while a laptop computer can be used to generate the distributed device
is used for on-site commissioning and service. application even without devices being available.

The Control Builder F software package is not merely

an aid for uniform configuration of the automation Control Builder F offers the following features for
functions and of the operator interface (DigiVis). It is configuration, parameterization and commissioning:
also a high-performance tool for commissioning the • A single software tool for configuration of the
process. Control Builder F performs configuration automation functions, the operator interface with
and program compilation in a very user-friendly way displays and logs, and fieldbus parameters
based on the IEC 61131-3 standard, which, among • Graphical configuration with powerful editors
other things, defines graphical programming meth- according to IEC 61131-3 in any of the following
ods. The entire Freelance system can be configured programming languages:
either online (while Freelance 800F is connected) or - Function block diagram (FBD)
offline (without a connection to the target system). - Instruction List (IL)
For off­line configuration, no process station is neces- - Ladder diagram (LD)
sary. The application program created can be trans- - Sequential function chart (SFC)
ferred to the target system at any time. - Structured text (ST)
• A function block library with more than 220 tried
and tested functions, greatly exceeding the basic
ones outlined in IEC 61131-3

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 • An extensive macro library containing more than • Password protection to prevent unauthorized
200 graphic symbols, which can be added to by modification
the user • Password protection for user-defined function
• A project tree for flexible program generation and blocks
transparent program structuring • Uniform system-wide graphical documentation of
• Verification of automation functions, with the the entire user program, system communication
chance to find and remove errors quickly and and all field device parameters
easily • Integrated online help
• Convenient cross-reference function allowing • Project file (application) backup on any data
variables and process points to be found easily in medium (hard disk, CD, memory stick, etc.),
any editor right up to the graphic display or controlled by the system on one of the operator
• Importing and exporting of programs, displays, station PCs
variables, process points and parts of the project • Testing and simulation of user programs (e.g. inter-
tree locks) even without connected hardware using the
controller emulator

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 Project tree Project data base
The project tree is the central instrument for manag- All configured signals, variables and process points
ing the entire user program and commissioning. are managed in the Freelance 800F system as lists in
All project configuration data is displayed as a tree a common project database:
structure. Within the project tree: • List of variables (inputs, outputs, internal variables)
• The configuration data in a project is structured • Process point list (function blocks)
• Task levels are defined • Graphics
• Programs are assigned to the task levels • Programs
• Programs, displays and logs can be opened for
editing, copied and moved Because the database is system-wide, data only
• Programs are checked for plausibility and their needs to be entered once, avoiding further potential
processing status displayed errors during configuration. The single project data-
• Project configuration data is exported and im­- base file makes archiving or backup ease of use.
ported
• User programs are loaded into the process and The list of variables and tags is created automatically
operator stations when a user program is generated. However, the
variables and process points can also be opened
and modified directly in the FBD or IL.

Other list functions include:

• Project-wide modification of name, comments,
data or module type
• Search and display based on specified search
criteria
• Cross-reference function permitting rapid, system-
wide location of all programs and displays in which
a selected variable or process point is used

Project tree

Tag list with cross references

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 Configuration of automation functions The parameters of the function blocks are also
defined in the FBD program. As a result, parameter
Configuration of function block diagrams dialogs, in which all block-specific entries can be
The function block diagram (FBD) is a graphical made, are available. Once completed, the FBD pro-
programming language for performing open-loop gram can be verified using a plausibility check for
and closed-loop control functions. errors or syntactic accuracy. Any errors or warnings
are displayed in a list, and it is possible to go directly
An FBD program is an arrangement of elements of to the source of the error by simply clicking on the
the function block diagram, in which functions, func- relevant line in that list.
tion modules, and program inputs and outputs are
logically combined via signal flow lines. The signal The cross references in a program can also be
processing needed for controlling a process is displayed for the whole system. Here, too, the cor-
obtained by means of the FBD programs. The CAD responding displays or programs with plausibility
functional capabilities permit easy positioning and error messages can be called up directly in order
connection of functions and function modules in to gain easy access to the variables or process
the plan. points referred to.

Corresponding to the signal flow, inputs are always An FBD program is configured as follows:
displayed on the left and outputs always on the right. • Define name for FBD program
Users can have either read or write access to the • Open editor for FBD program
variables. The layout of the terminals and the color of • Select function blocks
signal flow lines provide information about the data - Position in the graphic area
type. • Connect functions with the signal flow lines
- Enter input and output variables
• Define parameters for the functions
• Check FBD program for plausibility
• Correct any syntax errors

Program with parameterization screen

and plausibility check error messages

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 Configuration of sequential function charts Parameter definition of the function blocks also takes
The sequential function chart (SFC) readily allows place in the same way as in the ladder diagram or
transparent, graphical creation of sequential control function block diagram. In contrast to that of the
programs. To create an SFC program, steps are function block diagram (FBD), the scope of functions
configured with assigned actions (commands) and of the structured text also includes conditional com-
transitions with step-enabling conditions. Programs mands and loop commands, which are called using
(function block diagram, ladder diagram, structured appropriate key words. The processing sequence is
text, or instruction list) can be assigned to the steps determined from the order of the commands in the
and transitions. A further feature of the sequential ST editor. The only way to specifically change the
function chart is the facility for creating alternative order is to insert loop commands.
and parallel branches as well as the synchronization
of these sequential structures. At the same time as Configuration of instruction lists
the sequential function chart is configured, the SFC All Freelance 800F processing functions can be
display for operation and observation on the operator defined by the instruction list (IL). The scope of the
station is generated automatically. instruction list exceeds that of the function block
diagram and sequential flow chart, as jump com-
Configuration of structured text mands and program loops can also be programmed.
Structured text is one of the text-oriented program- The operands can be displayed and entered with a
ming languages of IEC 61131-3, in which program selection list according to IEC 61131-3. The func-
processing is determined by instructions. All func- tions and function modules in the function block
tions and function blocks in Control Builder F can diagram can also be called and integrated into the
also be called in ST programs. The scope of the instruction list.
functions is partly covered by the ST operands.
Function blocks can be used in the ST program Parameter definition of the function blocks also uses
following declaration. the same parameter definition screens as those used
in the function block diagram.

SFC program IL program

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 Configuration of ladder diagrams Configuration of operation and
Along with the function block diagram (FBD) and observation functions
sequential function chart (SFC), the ladder diagram
(LD) is also one of the graphical languages of the The following functions can be configured for opera­
IEC 61131-3. tion and display:
• Custom graphic displays
The ladder diagram language originates from the • Web displays
area of electromagnetic relay systems and describes • Standard display types: overview display, group
the flow of current through individual rungs. The display, trend display, time schedule display
boundaries of a rung are defined on the right and left • SFC display
side by devices known as power rails, which have • Signal sequence, disturbance course and plant log
the logical state 1 (current is flowing). A rung is crea- • Message list and message line
ted with the elements of the ladder diagram (links, • Operator hint list.
contacts and coils).
Since the common system database is automatically
Functions and function blocks in the ladder diagram accessed while configuring these functions, there is
can be called up and used in the same way as in the no need to re-enter the data.
function block diagram. Parameters are also defined
for function blocks using the same parameter Standardized displays (pre-engineered)
screens. Standard displays can be configured very easily
using Control Builder F. To configure a group display,
for example, it is only necessary to select the process
points via the selection list. The entry is made auto-
matically. In this manner, up to 10 large analog face-
plate process points can be entered per group dis-
play. The configuration procedure for the overview
display is equally simple, as the displays are entered
from a selection list.

Structured text

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Freely configurable graphic displays The following constructional aids in the system make
Plant-specific graphic displays can be constructed it easier to create displays:
for displaying the process. • Static elements such as lines, polylines, rectangles,
polygons, ellipses, arcs and texts are created, for
The graphic displays contain static and dynamic example, by specifying the start and end points.
display elements. • Display sections already created can be duplicated,
moved, rotated in 90° steps, transposed or
The static part of the plant display – the background superimposed.
display – is composed of separate graphic elements • The combination of several graphic elements can
which can be modified in color, line type and filling be saved as a macro and stored in libraries to be
pattern and can, for example, display the schematic used when desired.
plant layout. • The zoom function facilitates precise construction
of the individual graphic display elements.
• Import of bitmap files facilitates the generation of
static background displays.

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 The process variables are displayed in the dynamic • Color change or symbol change to depict states
section of the display – the foreground display. • Continuous or discrete position modifications of
Specific process variables can be visualized simply the graphic symbol
by making the display elements dynamic. • Keys (buttons) for the direct execution of actions
(e.g. write value or similar)
The following types of dynamic elements can be • Animated objects, e.g. mixers that turn realistically
used: • Tool tips
• Bar graphs and dynamic filling set to operate in
different directions Selection fields can be defined at any position so that
• Superimposed numerical values and text variables the operator can access any other displays using the
• Trend window mouse or keyboard.

Graphic display for four plant sections

Graphic display with online help for the macro library

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 Hardware structure Fieldbus and field device configuration
The respective bus parameters, for instance the
The required hardware structure can be entered in a baud rate, number of subscribers and time con-
graphical system overview and the system communi- stants, can be set for each fieldbus module. Control
cation can also be defined there. It is possible to Builder F also suggests a setting for the bus param-
assign particular DigiVis operator stations to specific eters in line with how the fieldbus is equipped. This
process stations. Furthermore, detailed information makes work easier for those new to the subject.
can be obtained on the operator and process sta-
tions, together with their modules and the AC 800F PROFIBUS
controllers with their connected fieldbus lines. In the In the configuration view of the fieldbus line, new
station overview display, the operator and process PROFIBUS slaves can be integrated into the fieldbus
stations can be equipped using selection lists. Speci- line using a GSD-file or FDT/DTM technology.
fications for processing, display and I/O channel
assignment can be made for the individual modules Using the template concept, it is also possible to
of the process stations. integrate completely pre-configurable PROFIBUS
slaves by means of drag and drop. The intelligent
PA/DP Linking Device LD 800P is transparent with
regard to configuration, allowing PA devices to be
viewed as if they were connected to the PROFIBUS
DP. Parameter definition screens are then available in
the device display for defining parameters for both
remote I/O and PA field devices.

Definition of the hardware structure

Configuration of the fieldbus line (PROFIBUS)

Configuration of AC 800F
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 HART Graphical documentation
HART devices connected to the S900 or S800 can
be configured with the aid of either HART templates The fully graphical forward documentation allows
or HART DTMs. HART templates consist of pre- configured programs and displays to be output.
configured DPV1 services which tunnel a HART The documentation is always up-to-date, as the
command via the PROFIBUS to the HART device current configuration data is accessed. Various sort-
on the analog channel of a particular S800 or S900 ing criteria, such as drawing numbers, assure an
module. Users can also create HART templates orderly and transparent output of the data to be
themselves. documented.

FOUNDATION Fieldbus The scope of documentation can be specified as

The devices are configured in the feedforward part by desired by the user, such as:
linking the Device Description (DD) files. This makes it • Program and display contents, cross references,
possible to configure the FF without the field devices parameter definition data and comments
having to be physically connected to the controllers. • System overview and hardware configuration
The devices are configured on the H1 links of the
LD 800HSE Linking Devices. As Control Builder F The documentation specification can be stored for
supports control in the field for FF devices, it is pos- future use. The FBD, IL, LD, SFC and ST programs,
sible to configure function charts that interconnect displays, etc. are documented in the form in which
the modules in the individual FF devices to form a they appear on the screen. Using Freelance 800F
control loop, without AC 800F having to be included documentation management, complete or selected
in the control loop. Control Builder F then automati- partial project documentation can be produced within
cally generates a process that is passed on to the a short space of time. It is also possible to include
Link Active Scheduler (LAS). Redundant Link Active bitmaps (such as customer logos) in the drawing
Schedulers are also supported. However, it is also footer.
possible to use the FF devices “only” as I/O suppli-
ers, closing the control loops via AC 800F and its PID
controller module.

Configuration of the fieldbus line (FF)

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 Commissioning Value and trend windows are available for displaying
process values. They offer an optimal overview of the
During commissioning, all or some of the user pro- current process values for commissioning and test
gram is loaded into the operator and process sta- purposes.
tions.
It is also possible to: Here, the user is not restricted to the display of I/O
• Load modifications variables for the program currently shown on the
• Start and stop process stations screen. Variables from other programs and/or proc-
• Start, stop or reset tasks ess stations can also be displayed, as well as values
• Define and activate parameters for function blocks from connections between various function blocks of
• Define and activate parameters for field devices the current program.
• Display, set and track process values
• Combine any process values at any time in a Modifying parameters
trend window Parameters can also be modified during the commis-
• Perform version and status checks sioning phase, allowing optimal program settings for
• Perform system diagnoses right up to the field the process. These parameters can be altered from
device either the engineering station or the operator station.
Whether the changes made are retained permanently
Displaying process states or only temporarily is decided by the commissioner.
The editors for displaying the configured programs
can also be accessed during commissioning. As Through a parameter upload, it is possible to view all
opposed to during configuration, the process states parameter modifications made in a particular period
of the I/O variables are also displayed in the program. of time and to select those which are to be saved in
The status of the binary process signals is displayed, order to be used at the next cold start.
for instance, in the FBD display by a change in the
graphical representation of the signal flow lines.

Fieldbus line during commissioning

Trend and value window during commissioning

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 Other features allow you to force inputs and outputs Individual PROFIBUS devices can be removed from
and to specify new values for simulation purposes. cyclical data traffic in order to perform maintenance
without it being necessary to stop the fieldbus.
Commissioning the fieldbus lines
FOUNDATION Fieldbus
PROFIBUS Live lists displaying which devices exist are available
The fieldbus line overview shows whether the config- for HSE and H1. The process point (tag) and device
ured PROFIBUS I/O and PA devices are available. ID are written to the field device by assigning existing
In addition, the bus can be scanned using Control values to configured values. The states of the mod-
Builder F in order to detect new or incorrectly config- ules in the devices are displayed.
ured devices. Such devices can then be given the
correct address from Control Builder F via the During commissioning, Freelance allows you to
PROFIBUS. compare configured parameters for the device mod-
ules with the parameters that exist in the device. This
During commissioning, Freelance allows you to makes it possible to detect device parameters that
compare configured parameters with the parameters have been changed locally and transfer them to the
that exist in the device. This makes it possible to configuration by means of uploading.
detect device parameters that have been changed
locally and transfer them to the configuration by The Link Active Scheduler (LAS) can be stopped in
means of uploading. When the PROFIBUS device order to interrupt processing of the control loops in a
transmits diagnoses, they can be displayed by H1 link.
Control Builder F. When FDT/DTM technology is
used, specific diagnostic options can be used, pro-
vided that the device manufacturer has incorporated
such options in the DTM.

“New value” window: defining field device parameters

during commissioning

Online diagnosis of fieldbus components

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Engineering and services

ABB Automation is one of the world‘s largest suppli- Or, if you prefer, our highly-qualified specialists can
ers of equipment, systems and services for measure- perform these activities for you, including:
ment and process automation. • Planning and engineering
• Installation planning and execution
A crucial factor in maintaining this market position is • Plant documentation
the quality of our products, from manufacture right • Commissioning
through to services. The DQS Certificate based on • Technical training
DIN ISO 9001 awarded to ABB Automation as far • After-sales service
back as 1990 bears testimony to this fact. The same
applies for the EQNet Certificate based on ISO 9000/ Our instrumentation and control specialists, or our
EN 29000. certified partners in system integration, will be happy
to assist you in planning and implementing your
However, Freelance 800F includes more than just automation project. ABB Automation‘s staff can also
outstanding technical features. We have also paid a work with you to plan and implement the installation
great deal of attention to rational planning, installation of a Freelance system in your plant.
and modification processes, allowing you to perform
engineering and maintenance activities quickly and Under this arrangement, the ABB Automation Engi-
cost-effectively. neering Department will compile the specific project
documentation for you. This can include functional
diagrams, circuit diagrams, configuration documen-
tation, and operating documentation including sys-
tem descriptions and instructions for operation,
modes of operation and plant maintenance.

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 At many sites, ABB Automation has its own commis- In addition, we offer a computer-based training
sioning engineers who work together with planning program for Freelance 800F on a multimedia DVD.
engineers, process instructors and operators to com- This will provide you with the basic knowledge you
mission your plant, optimize it, perform a test run need for configuration, therefore allowing you to start
and hand over the system to the operator. using the system very quickly and efficiently.

To make sure your operators are fully knowledgeable Finally, the ABB Automation Service Department
in the operation of the Freelance 800F compact provides maintenance services for all Freelance 800F
control system, we offer a range of technical training systems and peripheral modules. When it comes to
courses. rectifying a fault, we provide you quickly with the
necessary specialists and spare parts.

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Freelance 800F system data
Process station Ambient conditions

Functions: Operating conditions:

• Analog value processing • Ambient temperature: 0...50 °C, 0...60 °C
• Binary value processing for AC 800F
• Closed-loop control • No fan required
• Open-loop control, standard and freely programmable • Permitted relative humidity: ≤ 75% annual average,
• Logic and arithmetic processing no condensation; ≤ 95% for 30 days a year
• Trend acquisition
• Disturbance course log Mechanical features:
• Modbus coupling (master and slave) • Shock: 30 g/18 ms / 18 shocks
• Send and receive blocks • Vibrations: 3x5 cycles, 2 g/0.15 mm/5...150 Hz
• Phase logic interface (DigiBatch)

Task execution:
Operator station
• Cyclical processing with selectable cycle times from 5 ms
• Fastest-possible processing (PLC mode)
Functions:
• Plant-specific graphics:
Process interface constructed in racks:
- Single displays with mini trend display
• Flexible rack positioning
• Standardized displays:
• Front-panel connection technique (codeable blocks
- Overview display
and screw terminals)
- Group display
• Replaceable during operation
- SFC display
- Trend display
Process interface for AC 800F:
- Time scheduler display
• Flexible rack positioning for fieldbus modules
- System display
• Replaceable during operation
- Faceplates
- Message list and operator hint list
Signal update for the rack modules:
- System diagnosis
• Binary signals: selectable from 2 ms
- Control aspect (shows configuration)
• Analog signals: selectable from 10 ms
• Archiving
• Logging

Power supply Display:

• Display update: approx. 1 s
• Alternating voltage: • Display build-up time: 1...2 s
230 V, (-15%...+10%)
115 V, (-15%...+10%) Capacity per operator station:
• Direct voltage: 24 V, (-20%...+35%) • Max. 1 overview display
• Interruption: < 20 ms without function disturbance • Max. 96 group displays
• Max. 42 trend displays
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC): • Max. 12 logs
• Radio interference suppression according to EN 55022 • Max. 2000 messages in the message list at any one
and EN 55014 time, further messages only stored temporarily in the
• Interference immunity according to IEC 801, EN 60801 process stations
and VDE 0843 • Number of graphic displays depends on hard disk
• Security level 3 and NAMUR industrial standard capacity

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