HART Communicator error codes and solutions
The HART 375 / HART 475 communicator is a handheld device used for configuring and diagnosing HART-enabled field instruments. It may display error codes when there is a problem with the device or the communicator itself. Here are some common error codes that may be displayed by the HART 375 communicator and their meanings:
- Error Code 1: “Device not responding” - This error code indicates that the HART 375 / HART 475 communicator is not receiving a response from the device. This could be caused by a problem with the device, the communication cable, or the configuration of the HART 375 communicator.
Solution for Error code 1 : Try checking the connections, restarting the device and the HART 475 communicator, and verifying the configuration.
- Error Code 2: “Error in Device Description (DD) file” - This error code indicates that the HART 375 / HART 475 communicator is unable to read the Device Description (DD) file for the device. This could be caused by a problem with the DD file itself or with the way it is being accessed.
Solution for Error code 2: Try reinstalling the DD file or verifying that it is the correct version for the device.
- Error Code 3: “Error in communication” - This error code indicates that there is a problem with the communication between the HART 375 / HART 475 communicator and the device. This could be caused by a problem with the communication cable, the configuration of the HART 375 communicator, or the device itself.
Solution for Error code 3: Try checking the connections, verifying the configuration, and restarting the device and the HART 375/ HART 475 communicator.
- Error Code 4: “Invalid command” - This error code indicates that the HART 375 / HART 475 communicator is trying to send a command to the device that it does not recognize. This could be caused by a problem with the HART 375 communicator or the device.
Solution for Error code 4: Try verifying the configuration and checking for updates to the HART 475 communicator and the device firmware.
If you encounter an error code that is not listed here, or if you are unsure of the meaning of a particular error code, contact the manufacturer of the HART 375/ HART 475 communicator or the device for further assistance. They may be able to provide more information about the meaning of the error code and suggest possible solutions.