Create New Instrument Types

To add a new instrument type to the catalog:

1. Click New.

   The Add New Instrument Type window is then displayed:

   

2. From the Class Name list, select the class of the instrument type. The Class Description field is automatically completed with the description of the selected class.

3. In the Function field, enter the instrument type function. Enter a description of the function in the Description field.

4. The Class Name and Function fields cannot be left blank. The combination of class and function must be unique, i.e it cannot already have been assigned to another instrument type.

5. From the System list, select either DCS or PLC as appropriate. The selection controls which system fields (DCS or PLC/ESD) are automatically populated by the instrument type’s I/O Type and Location details (see below) when an instrument of this type is created. This field cannot be left blank.

6. If required, select an I/O type and location from the I/O Type and Location lists.

7. If the catalog is in 'tag catalog' mode, additional fields are displayed:

   

8. If required, select a wiring rule and operating principle from the Wiring Rule and Operating Principle fields.

9. Click Apply to save the new instrument type without exiting the window.

10. Click OK to save the new instrument type and exit the window.

11. Click New to clear all the fields.

12. Click Cancel to exit the window without saving the new instrument type.