Foxboro 870it Conductivity

MI 611-216
Instruction June 1999
870ITCR
Intelligent Contacting
Conductivity/Resistivity Transmitters
An Invensys company
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Contents
Figures............................................................................................................................... v
Tables............................................................................................................................... vi
Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
Quick Start ......................................................................................................................... 1
Wiring ............................................................................................................................ 1
Checking Factory Configuration .................................................................................... 2
Basic Operation in Measure Mode ................................................................................. 2
Looking for More Information? ...................................................................................... 2
Reference Documents ......................................................................................................... 3
Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 3
Identification ...................................................................................................................... 5
Installation .......................................................................................................................... 6
Unpacking ...................................................................................................................... 6
Mounting ....................................................................................................................... 6
Wiring ............................................................................................................................ 7
Operation ........................................................................................................................... 9
Controls and Indicators .................................................................................................. 9
Error Messages ............................................................................................................. 10
Passcode Access ............................................................................................................ 11
Viewing and Changing Data ........................................................................................ 11
Measure ........................................................................................................................ 13
Diagnostics ................................................................................................................... 13
Status ........................................................................................................................... 14
Configuration ............................................................................................................... 14
Hold ............................................................................................................................. 28
Calibration ................................................................................................................... 29
Recording Your Calibration .......................................................................................... 33
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 33
Appendix A. Structure Diagrams ................................................................................... 35

Top Level Structure Diagram ....................................................................................... 35
Appendix B. Configuration Table.................................................................................. 49
Index .............................................................................................................................. 55
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Figures
1 Wiring for 871CR Sensor ............................................................................................ 2
2 Supply Power vs. Load ................................................................................................. 4
3 Data Label .................................................................................................................... 5
4 Panel Mounting ........................................................................................................... 6
5 Surface Mounting ........................................................................................................ 6
6 Pipe Mounting ............................................................................................................. 7
7 Wiring for 871CR Sensor ............................................................................................ 8
8 Indicators and Controls ................................................................................................ 9
9 Example of Structure Diagram ..................................................................................... 12
10 Reference Conductivity vs. Concentration Data ........................................................... 19
11 Configured Conductivity vs. Concentration Data ........................................................ 19
12 Reference Conductivity vs. Temperature Data ............................................................. 22
13 Configured Conductivity vs. Temperature Data .......................................................... 22
14 Component Connections ............................................................................................. 32
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Tables
1 Product Safety Specifications ........................................................................................ 4
2 Recommended Conduit and Fittings ........................................................................... 8
3 Indicators and Controls ................................................................................................ 9
4 Diagnostic Errors ......................................................................................................... 13
5 Status Parameters ......................................................................................................... 14
6 Primary Scale for Units Other than Custom ................................................................ 16
7 Actual Upper Range Settings as a Function of Temperature ......................................... 17
8 Primary Scale in Percent by Weight ............................................................................. 18
9 Temperature Compensations ....................................................................................... 21
10 List of Characters ......................................................................................................... 28
11 Calibration Components .............................................................................................. 32
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Introduction
The 870ITCR Intelligent Transmitter converts contacting conductivity or resistivity measure-
ments to a 4 to 20 mA and/or digital output signal depending on the model selected and the con-
figuration implemented.
The analog only output version (Model 870ITCR-A) supports configuration, calibration, and
diagnostic troubleshooting locally at the front panel. The transmitter has one 4 to 20 mA dc out-
put which can be software configured (connected) to temperature compensated measurement,
uncompensated (absolute) measurement, or temperature.
The digital output version (Model 870ITCR-F) supports configuration, calibration, and diagnos-
tic troubleshooting locally at the front panel, from any Foxboro I/A Series workstation via an
Intelligent Transmitter Fieldbus Module, or via the PC20 software* most anywhere on the signal
leads. The digital output version supports either digital only communication or a hybrid
4 to 20 mA dc/digital communication as configured. When operating in either of these modes,
the transmitter continuously outputs three digital measurement values: temperature compensated
measurement, uncompensated (absolute) measurement, and temperature. In the 4 to 20 mA
mode, you may assign the output to any one of the three measurement parameters.
*For availability of the 870ITCR on PC20 software, contact Foxboro.
Quick Start
The purpose of this section is to:
♦ Help you to wire your transmitter
♦ Familiarize you with the instrument configuration as received from the factory
♦ Assist you in verifying that your transmitter is in calibration
♦ Explain normal operation in Measure mode.
Wiring
Your 870IT is a 2-wire transmitter. As such, it transmits output over the same two wires through
which it receives power. If your transmitter was specified with analog communications
(870ITCR-A), you must supply its power source. If it was specified with digital communications
(870ITCR-F), power can be provided via the Foxboro I/A Series Fieldbus Module. Connect this
power/output signal to the power terminals and the signals from your measurement sensor to the
appropriate terminals near the top of the case as shown in Figure 1.
! WARNING
Wiring installation must comply with any existing local regulations.
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RTD CABLE LENGTH COMP.

GND (OUTER ELECTRODE)
INNER ELECTRODE
NOTES:
GND (RETURN)
1. MAKE SURE JUMPER STRAPS CONNECT
RTD RETURN
TERMINALS 1 TO 1B AND 1E TO 2.
RTD DRIVE
NOT USED
NOT USED
NOT USED
NOT USED
2. IF USING ABSOLUTE MEASUREMENTS AND
SHIELD
DRIVE
NOT WIRING A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE,
SHORT TERMINALS 3, 4, AND 5 TO MINIMIZE NOISE.
1A 1 1B 1C 1D 1E 2 2A 2B 3 4 5
INPUT POWER
CASE EARTH (GROUND)
Figure 1. Wiring for 871CR Sensor
Checking Factory Configuration

Following the structure diagrams in Appendix A and using the arrow keys, you can step through
the product structure as configured in the factory. The factory default values are listed in Appen-
dix B. There is space provided to make any notations you wish in the last column of the table that
comprises this appendix.
Basic Operation in Measure Mode

Measure is the normal operating mode of your transmitter. The conductivity or resistivity mea-
surement is shown on the top line of the display. The second line of your display shows the abso-
lute value of the measurement signal (conductivity in S/m, µS/cm, mS/cm, or mS/m and
resistivity in kΩ•cm or MΩ•cm), the output in 4 to 20 mA, or the temperature, depending on
your configuration. You can view one of the other two selections by using the arrow keys. The dis-
play will return to the configured selection when the configured TIMEOUT time is reached.
Configuration error signals and sensor error signals are also shown on your display while in the
Measure mode.
Looking for More Information?

For more detailed information, refer to the following sections of this manual:
For installation information, refer to “Installation” on page 6. For dimensional information, refer
to DP 611-163.
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For detailed explanation of the controls and indicators, refer to “Controls and Indicators” on
page 9.
For detailed configuration instructions, refer to “Configuration” on page 14.
For detailed calibration instructions, refer to “Calibration” on page 29.
If you need additional help, please call 1-888-FOXBORO in the U.S.A. or contact your local
Foxboro representative.
Reference Documents
Document Title
MI 611-221 Instruction - 871CR Conductivity/Resistivity Sensor
DP 611-163 Dimensional Print - 870IT Intelligent Transmitters
PL 611-156 Parts List - 870IT Intelligent Transmitters
Specifications
Sensors:
The 870ITCR Transmitter is used with Foxboro 871CR Series Conductivity/Resistivity
Sensors. Contact Foxboro for limitations and procedures with other electrically
compatible sensors.
Maximum Distance Between Sensor and Transmitter: 33 m (100 ft)
Temperature Compensation Inputs:
100 ohm platinum RTD
1000 ohm platinum RTD
100 kilohm thermistor
Ambient Temperature: -25 to +55°C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% noncondensing
Power Supply Requirements (for 4 to 20 mA output): 12.5 to 42 V dc (See Figure 2)
Load Limitations (for 4 to 20 mA output): 0 to 1450 ohms (See Figure 2)
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1450
1400 TYPICAL SUPPLY VOLTAGE
AND LOAD LIMITS
1400
1300 V dc Load (ohms)

24 200 and 565
1200 30 200 and 860
32 200 and 960
OUTPUT LOAD, Ω
1100
1000
900
800
NOTE
700 The transmitter will function with an output
load less than 200 Ω provided that a per-
600 sonal computer interface is not connected
to it. Connecting an interface while operat-
500 ing in this area may cause disturbances
OPERATING
400 AREA and/or communications problems.
300
200
100 SEE NOTE
0
0
12.5 20 30 40 42
SUPPLY VOLTAGE, V dc
Figure 2. Supply Power vs. Load
Product Safety: The 870IT transmitters have been designed to meet electrical safety descriptions
listed in Table 1. For detailed information, or status of testing laboratory approvals/certifications,
contact Foxboro.
Table 1. Product Safety Specifications
Electrical
Testing Laboratory, Safety Design
Types of Protection, and Area Classification Application Conditions Code
CSA intrinsically safe for Class I, Division 1, Connect per TI 005-105. CAA
Groups A, B, C, and D; Class II, Division 1, Temperature Class T4.
Groups E, F, and G; Class III, Division 1
hazardous locations.
CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D; Temperature Class T4. CNZ
Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G; Class III,
Division 2 hazardous locations.
CENELEC intrinsically safe for Gas Groups IIC, Temperature Class T4. EAA
Zone 0. EEx ia connectivity.
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Table 1. Product Safety Specifications (Continued)
Electrical
Testing Laboratory, Safety Design
Types of Protection, and Area Classification Application Conditions Code
FM intrinsically safe for Class I, Division 1, Connect per TI 005-101. FAA
Groups A, B, C, and D; Class II, Division 1, Temperature Class T4.
Groups E, F, and G; Class III, Division 1
hazardous locations.
FM Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, Temperature Class T4. FNZ
and D; Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G;
Class III, Division 2 hazardous locations.
SAA intrinsically safe for Gas Group IIC, Zone 1. Temperature Class T4. ABB
EEx ib connectivity.
SAA nonsparking for Gas Group IIC, Zone 2. Temperature Class T4. ANZ
European nonsparking for Gas Group IIC, Zone Temperature Class T4. KNZ
2.
Identification
A data label is fastened to the left side surface of the enclosure. This label provides the model
number and other information pertinent to your particular transmitter.
MODEL 870ITCR-FWFAA Model

ST AA Style (Hardware, Firmware)
CERT SPEC FAA Electrical Classification Code
REF NO. Sales No. (if applicable)
ORIGIN 5S9445 Date and Plant of Manufacture
SUPPLY 12.5 TO 42 VDC Supply Voltage
POWER 1.0 WATT MAX Power Consumption
FUSE N/A
CALIB 0-100 µS/cm Measurement Range
CONFIG CD 1000 Ω RTD Temperature Compensator
ALARM N/A Configured
OUTPUT FOX COMM DIGITAL Communications
CUST DATA
User Information
Figure 3. Data Label
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Installation
Unpacking
1. Remove the transmitter from the shipping container and check for visible damage.
2. Save the container until you determine that no shipping damage has occurred.
a. If no damage is observed, proceed to “Mounting” section below.
b. If transmitter has been damaged, notify the carrier immediately and request an
inspection report. Obtain a signed copy of the report from the carrier and call the
Foxboro Service Center at 1-888-FOXBORO, or contact your local Foxboro
representative.
Mounting
Panel Mounting
Panel mounting of the transmitter is shown in Figure 4. For panel cutout size, space requirements,
and other dimensional data, see DP 611-163.
PANEL
TRANSMITTER
BRACKET
NUT
WASHER
Figure 4. Panel Mounting
Surface Mounting
Surface mounting of the transmitter is shown in Figure 5. Fasten mounting bracket to transmitter
using screws, washers, and lockwashers provided. Fasten mounting plate to surface using appro-
priate hardware. For space requirements and other dimensional data, see DP 611-163.
LOCKWASHER
TRANSMITTER
BRACKET
SURFACE
CAP SCREW
WASHER
Figure 5. Surface Mounting
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Pipe Mounting
Pipe mounting of the transmitter is shown in Figure 6. Securely fasten mounting bracket to a
DN50 or 2-in pipe as shown. For space requirements and other dimensional data, see
DP 611-163.
BRACKET
LOCKWASHER
PIPE
WASHER
CAP SCREW
TRANSMITTER
NUT
U-BOLT
LOCKWASHER
Figure 6. Pipe Mounting
Wiring
Your 870IT is a 2-wire transmitter. As such, it transmits output over the same two wires through
which it receives power. If your transmitter was specified with analog communications
(870ITCR-A), you must supply its power source. If it was specified with digital communications
(870ITCR-F), power can be provided via the Foxboro I/A Series Fieldbus Module. Connect this
power/output signal and the signal from your measurement sensor as follows:
1. Open the hinged case door.
2. Remove the plastic shipping caps from the openings on the bottom of the case and
replace with proper fittings. You will be running wires through the left and right
openings and capping the middle opening.
! CAUTION
Failure to adequately seal open ports or secure the cover will jeopardize NEMA 4X,
CSA Enclosure 4X, or IEC IP65 and will void instrument warranty. Table 2 identifies
recommended parts.
! WARNING
Wiring must comply with any existing local regulations.
! CAUTION
1. To maintain a rating of NEMA 4X, CSA Enclosure 4X, or IEC IP65, wiring
methods, conduit, and fittings appropriate to the ratings must be used. Table 2
identifies recommended parts.
2. To mimimize RFI/EMI effect, use grounded metal conduit on sensor cable and
input power leads.
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Table 2. Recommended Conduit and Fittings
Material Conduit Fitting

Rigid Metal 1/2 inch Electrical Trade Size T&B* #370
Semi-Rigid Plastic T&B #LTC 050 T&B #LT 50P or
T&B #5362
Semi-Rigid Plastic Anaconda Type HV, 1/2 inch T&B #LT 50P or
Metal Core T&B #5362
Flexible Plastic T&B #EFC 050 T&B #LT 50P or
T&B #5362
*T&B = Thomas & Betts Corp., 1001 Frontier Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
3. Bring the wires from your 2-wire input power in the left opening and connect to the
input power terminals shown in Figure 7. Bring the sensor cable in the right opening
and connect to the appropriate terminals near the top of the case per Figure 7.
4. If you are using manual temperature compensation and are not wiring a temperature
measuring device, short terminals 3, 4, and 5 to minimize noise.
POWER RS-232
SUPPLY IBM COMPATIBLE OPTIONAL
IFD MODEM
(24 V dc) CABLE PC PRINTER
– +
TRANSMITTER
RTD CABLE LENGTH COMP.

GND (OUTER ELECTRODE)
CABLE
250 Ω INNER ELECTRODE

GND (RETURN)
RTD RETURN
PERSONAL
RTD DRIVE
NOT USED
NOT USED
NOT USED
NOT USED
COMPUTER
SHIELD
DRIVE
INTERFACE
4 - 20 mA Cal
+ 1A 1 1B 1C 1D 1E 2 2A 2B 3 4 5
–
+
INPUT POWER
NOTES:
1. MAKE SURE JUMPER STRAPS CONNECT
TERMINALS 1 TO 1B AND 1E TO 2.
2. IF USING ABSOLUTE MEASUREMENTS AND CASE EARTH (GROUND)
NOT WIRING A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE,
SHORT TERMINALS 3, 4, AND 5 TO MINIMIZE NOISE.
Figure 7. Wiring for 871CR Sensor
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Operation
Controls and Indicators
Operator controls and indicators are located on the front panel. Figure 8 shows the panel arrange-
ment. Table 3 identifies the function of each element.
PRIMARY DISPLAY
SECONDARY DISPLAY
20-SEGMENT BAR GRAPH

WHEN CAL, CONFIG,
FOR OUTPUT % OF SPAN
STATUS, OR DIAG
WHEN IN MEASURE
KEY IS PRESSED, TWO
MODE.
20.00 mS SEGMENTS ONLY APPEAR
UNDER THE APPLICABLE
CONFIGURATION KEY
25.0 C LEGEND.
CALIBRATION KEY ENTER KEY
UP, DOWN, LEFT,

MEASURE KEY HOLD KEY AND RIGHT ARROW KEYS
DIAGNOSTIC KEY
STATUS KEY
Figure 8. Indicators and Controls
Table 3. Indicators and Controls
Control/Indicator Function
Digital Bar Graph Displays analog output percent-of-range indication. During Configuration,
“zips” as an indication of a value being entered. Also indicates mode of
operation (CAL, CONFIG, STATUS, or DIAG) displayed.
Primary Display Displays measurement and some error messages.
Secondary Display Displays the absolute value of the measurement signal (conductivity in
mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, mS/cm and resistivity in kΩ•cm, or MΩ•cm), the
output in 4 to 20 mA, or the temperature, and error messages and
configuration/calibration prompts.
CALibration Key Places transmitter in Calibration mode. This enables you to calibrate the
transmitter with solutions, resistors/capacitors, or factory default
calibration data.
CONFIGuration Key Places transmitter in Configuration mode. This enables you to configure
the value or status of each parameter required for your application.
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Table 3. Indicators and Controls (Continued)
Control/Indicator Function
HOLD Key Places transmitter in Hold mode. This enables you to hold the output at a
determined value while configuring or calibrating the transmitter or
performing sensor maintenance.
MEASUREment Key Places transmitter in Measurement (normal operation) mode.
STATUS Key Places transmitter in Status mode. This enables you to view the
measurement and system parameters and thus assess the performance of the
loop.
DIAGnostics Key Places transmitter in Diagnostic mode. Pressing the right arrow key after
entering this mode enables you to further identify specific errors and
possible solutions to an error flagged in Measurement mode.
Direction (Arrow) Keys Moves you through the structure diagram and subsequent menus. They
may be used to increment one position at a time, or through a menu or
string of values by holding a key in the depressed position.
ENTER Key Enters the menu item or value selected.
Error Messages
The 870IT will display one of several messages when a problem occurs. These are summarized
below:
Flashing Display: Occurs when there are not enough significant digits on the display to display a
number. For example, if the PRIMARY SCALE was configured as 50.00 and a measurement of
100 was received, the display would flash +99.99.
CAL ERROR: Occurs when a limit condition was exceeded during an attempted calibration.
CAL appears on the top line and ERROR on the bottom line of the display.
PROBE ER: Occurs in Measure mode only when one of the probe errors (Leakage, ATC Short, or
ATC Open) is present and the diagnostic is enabled. For more information, see “Diagnostics” on
page 13. Message appears on the bottom line of the display and flashes alternately with the bot-
tom line measurement. The transmitter is still configurable. For probe errors of ATC Short or
ATC Open, temperature inputs can be held at the fail-safe value if set. See “Config Temp” on
page 24.
CONFIG ER: Occurs in measure mode only when one of the following errors is present: Config-
uration Required (CFG REQ), 4 - 20 mA Range (4-20 RNG), Measurement Range (MEAS
RNG), and Compensation Range (COMP RNG). For more information, see “Diagnostics” on
page 13. Message appears on the bottom line of the display and flashes alternately with the bot-
tom line measurement.
ER DATA: Occurs after you change a value and try to enter it with the ENTER key. The display
flashes ER DATA, then reverts to the beginning of the entry data. The top line does not change
from the previous edit prompt. Situations causing this message and appropriate responses are:
1. New value is out of range.
2. The slope of a chemical composition curve has changed sign.
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3. The first value of a compensation point pair (TEMPxx in TEMPCOMP or ABSxx in

CHEMCOMP) was entered that was not greater than the last one.
NOTE
Occasionally the display flashes WAIT for an extended period of time. The
diagnostics may be checking ROM, EEPROM, EPROM, RAM, stack checking,
watchdog timer, processor register integrity, and sensor board validation.
Passcode Access
Two levels of passcode protection are available. The Minor level permits access to Calibration and
Output Hold. The Major level permits changing parameters in Configuration as well as Calibra-
tion and Hold. Both are 4-digit passcodes. The passcodes may or may not be the same. They are
set as part of configuring the instrument.
Upon entering the Configuration, Calibration, or Hold mode by pressing the appropriate key, the
display will read PASSCODE 0000. Upon entering the proper passcode and then pressing the
ENTER key, the display will change to the next item in the appropriate structure. The initial fac-
tory default value for both Minor and Major passcodes is 0800. If the incorrect passcode is
entered when you seek to enter Configuration, the unit will remain locked but the configuration
settings can be viewed.
Viewing and Changing Data

In the Configuration, Calibration, Hold, Diagnostic, and Status modes, you need to move
through a structure of parameters (using the arrow keys and ENTER key) to view (and in some
modes change) the value or status of a particular parameter. Structure diagrams, located in Appen-
dix A, will aid you in doing this.
Note that the Up and Down arrow keys will scroll through a menu in either direction. Also, that
the arrow keys may be used to increment one position at a time, or to move continuously through
a menu or string of values by holding the key in the depressed position.
The following example will show you how to use the keys in moving through the structure. The
example used is that of configuring temperature features. For the example, assume Fahrenheit
temperature units, an automatic temperature mode, a fail signal of 77°F, and a 3-wire, 1000 ohm
RTD. In following the procedure, refer to Figure 9.
1. Use the Right arrow key to move from CONFIG TEMP to TEMP UNITS and then
to UNITS CELSIUS.
2. Use the Down arrow key to move to UNITS FAHREN and press the ENTER key.
This will “enter” your Fahrenheit selection and return the display to TEMP MODE.
Every temperature entry in the transmitter will now be in Fahrenheit units.
3. Use the Right arrow key to move to MODE AUTO. Press the ENTER key. This will
“enter” your Auto selection and move the display to FAIL SIG 000.0. The tenths digit
will be flashing.
4. Because you do not need to change the tenths digit, use the Left arrow key to move to
the units digit. Use the Up arrow key to change this digit to 7.
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5. Use the Left arrow key to move to the tens digit and the Up arrow key to change this
digit to 7. You have now achieved your goal of setting the value to 77.0, so press the
ENTER key. This will enter your value of 77 and move the display to TEMP TYPE.
6. Use the Right arrow key to move to TYPE RTD and press the ENTER key. This will
“enter” your selection of RTD and move the display to RTD 2 WIRE.
7. Use the Down arrow key to move to RTD 3 WIRE and press the ENTER key. This
will “enter” your selection of 3 Wire and move the display to 3 WIRE 100 OHM.
8. Use the Down arrow key to move to 1000 OHM and press the ENTER key. This will
“enter” your selection of 1000 OHM and move the display back to CONFIG TEMP.
This completes the example.
CONFIG TEMP UNITS

TEMP UNITS CELSIUS
UNITS
FAHREN
TEMP MODE FAIL SIG

MODE AUTO
MODE MANUAL
MANUAL
TEMP TYPE RTD 2 WIRE

TYPE RTD 2 WIRE 100 OHM
2 WIRE
1000 OHM
RTD 3 WIRE
3 WIRE 100 OHM
TYPE
100 K OHM 3 WIRE
1000 OHM
Figure 9. Example of Structure Diagram
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Measure
Measure is the normal operating mode of your transmitter. The conductivity/resistivity measure-
ment is shown on the top line of the display. It is in the units specified during configuration. The
second line of your display continually displays the absolute conductivity value in mS/m, S/m,
µS/cm, mS/cm or absolute resistivity in kΩ•cm, or MΩ•cm, the analog output in 4 to 20 mA, or
the temperature, depending on your configuration. You can view one of the other two selections
by using the arrow keys. The display will return to the configured selection when the TIMEOUT
time is reached or by pressing the Measure key. Because the 870ITCR Transmitter can be precon-
figured for up to three distinct applications, you can move from one application to another by
“calling up” a specific application in Configuration mode and then monitor and control it in the
Measurement mode. Sensor (PROBE ER) and Configuration (CONFIG ER) errors are also
shown on your display while in the Measurement mode.
Diagnostics
(Refer to “Structure Diagram 13” on page 48.)
The Diagnostics mode enables you to perform checks on your system at any point in time. While
you are in the Diagnostic mode, two segments of the bar graph will appear under the legend
DIAG at the top of the front panel. To enter the Diagnostics mode, press the DIAG key on the
front panel. If there are no errors, your display will read DIAGS OK. If there was an error flagged
as PROBE ER or CONFIG ER in the Measurement mode, pressing the right arrow key in Diag-
nostics mode will help you further identify the specific error and corrective action. Possible errors
and the recommended corrective actions are listed in Table 4.
Table 4. Diagnostic Errors
Message Description Corrective Action

Probe Errors
LEAKAGE Checks solution leakage into the probe. Replace sensor.
ATCSHORT Flags an error if the resistance of the temperature Replace sensor or run in
ATC OPEN compensator is greater or less than the expected Manual Temp mode.
resistance of the device configured.
Configuration Errors
INVALID Configuration includes a combination of cell factor,Reconfigure specified
units and scale not supported by the transmitter. application.
4 - 20 RNG Measurement over or under configured range. Reconfigure range or correct
process error.
MEAS RNG Measurement is over or under the range that can be Reconfigure scale or correct
supported by the transmitter in the present process error.
configuration.
COMP RNG Measurement is over or under the temperature or Reconfigure compensation
concentration compensation tables. or correct process error.
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Status
The Status mode enables you to view the measurement and system parameters and thus assess the
performance of the loop. You may not edit them in this mode. All measurements (outputs) con-
tinue while in the Status mode. To enter the Status mode, press the STATUS key. Move through
the menu by using the Up and Down arrow keys. While you are in the Status mode, two segments
of the bar graph will appear under the legend STATUS at the top of your front panel. The Status
menu contains the following parameters:
Table 5. Status Parameters
Parameter Description
APP # Application number currently running (if number of applications
is greater than 1).
TEMP Process Temperature
ABSOLUTE Uncompensated conductivity or resistivity signal from sensor
UNITS Configured conductivity or resistivity unit or percent.
mA Analog Output: Analog output value in mA
Digital Output: Output shown on secondary display in mA.
ATC RES Resistance of temperature compensator
CAL NAME Name of last calibrator
LAST CAL Date of last calibration (mm/dd/yy)
CAL USED Type of last calibration (solution, factory default, user instrument,
or pure water)
TAG NAME Tag name*
LOCATION Location of measurement*
SONUMBER Sales order number
MS CODE Model code
S/W VER Software version
DEV NAME Device name*
DEV TYPE Device type*
TAG NUM Tag Number
*Appears only on devices model coded 870ITCR-F
Only eight characters will be shown on your display at a time but you may scroll using the Left
and Right arrow keys.
Configuration
Configuration is the process of establishing functional capability in the transmitter firmware for
your application. This section will help you to systematically determine and configure the value or
status of each parameter required for your application. Many applications require only changing a
few of the default values already entered. While you are in the Configuration mode, two segments
of the bar graph will appear under the legend CONFIG at the top of your front panel. These seg-
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ments will flash if you are also in a Hold mode. To enter the Configuration mode, press the
CONFIG key. At the prompt, enter the four character Major passcode and press ENTER.
NOTE
The factory set passcode is 0800.
If the passcode is correct, the display will flash UNLOCKED and then change to the first item in
the configuration structure. You may then edit any of the parameters in the Configuration mode.
If the passcode is incorrect, the display will flash LOCKED and then change to the first item in
the configuration structure. You may view the parameters in this mode but will not have the abil-
ity to change them. In the UNLOCKED condition, the analog output defaults to 3.8 mA. If you
do not want this to happen, turn the Hold feature on first.
! CAUTION
Always exit the Configuration mode by pressing the Measure key before power is
turned off. This allows proper reinitialization of internal data base security checks.
When configured parameters are entered, the bar graph “zips” (every segment illuminates one at a
time in rapid succession) indicating confirmation of the new configuration.
Config Appls
NOTE
This parameter appears only when the number of applications set in “Config Num
Apps” on page 28 is more than 1.
The 870ITCR Transmitter can be preconfigured for up to three distinct applications. Each appli-
cation can have its own display, temperature compensation curve, chemical concentration curve
(if applicable), and output configuration. Each application is assigned an identification number
(such as 1, 2, or 3). You must first specify the number of applications you wish to configure in
“Config Num Apps” on page 28). If Config Num Apps is set at “1”, then the Config Appls
parameter is bypassed in the menu structure.
If in using the transmitter, you wish to change from one application to another, you can specify
the application number in CONFIG APPLS, and the entire application set switches to that pre-
configured application.
You can also specify AUTO instead of 1, 2, or 3, and the transmitter will switch from one applica-
tion to another when triggered by measurements above or below established limits. When using
AUTO, Appl 1 must have the lowest measurement values, Appl 2 the next higher, and Appl 3 the
highest. All application must use the same cell constant. Refer to “Config Trigger” on page 28.
Config Celconst
This section of the structure asks you to specify the cell constant. Specify 0.10, 10.00, or
OTHER. If OTHER, specify its cell factor. The firmware allows a cell factor entry between 00.00
and 99.99. Contact Foxboro regarding the use of other sensors on this transmitter.
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Configx Display
NOTE
In the next several sections, when the first line prompt in the structure diagrams is
suffixed by the letter “x,” the “x” is replaced by the application number that is
currently being edited. The application number is omitted when CONFIG NUM
APPS is configured as 1.

This section enables configuration of the primary (top) and secondary (bottom) digital displays
for local viewing.
Under DISPLAY PRIMARY you can specify the PRIMARY UNITS as MΩ•cm, kΩ•cm, mS/m,
µS/cm, or CUSTOM if the cell constant was configured as 0.1. You can specify the PRIMARY
UNITS as kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, or µS/cm, mS/cm, %, or CUSTOM if the cell constant was con-
figured as 10. If CUSTOM, you can specify the units as % (percent), g/l (grams/liter), ppm (parts
per million), oz/gal (ounces per gallon), ppt (parts per thousand), or NONE.
NOTE
If custom units are selected, you must configure both custom temperature and
chemical compensation data.
Next, if you selected MΩ•cm, kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, or µS/cm, or mS/cm as PRIMARY UNITS,
you will be asked to specify the PRIMARY SCALE as indicated in Table 6.
Table 6. Primary Scale for Units Other than Custom
Units Cell Constant Scale*

MΩ•cm 0.1 2, 5, 10, 15, 20
OTHER 2, 5, 10, 15, 20
kΩ•cm 0.1 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000
10 10, 50
OTHER 10, 50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000
mS/m 0.1 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20
10 50, 100, 200, 500
OTHER 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000,
2000
S/m 10 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2
OTHER 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2
µS/cm 0.1 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200
10 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000
OTHER 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200
mS/cm 10 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20
OTHER 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20
* These scales are temperature compensated upper range settings. In absolute Tempcomp,
measurement can exceed scale selected by an approximate factor of five. See Table 7 for
some exact upper range settings at different temperatures.
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NOTE
In Measurement mode, because of space availability, the units µS/cm, mS/m, and
mS/cm are displayed locally as µS and mS respectively.
Table 7. Actual Upper Range Settings as a Function of Temperature
Upper Range Settings as Function of Temperature

Cell Scale
Constant Value 0 - 30°C 30 - 60°C 60 - 90°C 90 - 120°C 120 - 150°C 150 - 200°C
0.1 cm-1 µS/cm
1.000 4.717 2.670 1.885 1.504 1.244 1.000
2.000 9.434 5.340 3.770 3.007 2.489 2.000
5.000 9.999 9.999 9.424 7.518 6.222 5.000
10.00 47.17 26.69 18.84 15.03 12.44 10.00
20.00 94.34 53.39 37.69 30.07 24.88 20.00
50.00 99.99 99.99 94.24 75.17 62.22 50.00
100.0 471.7 266.9 188.5 150.3 124.4 100.0
200.0 943.4 533.9 376.9 300.7 248.9 200.0
10 cm-1 µS/cm
200.0 943.4 533.9 376.9 300.7 248.9 200.0
mS/cm
0.200 0.943 0.534 0.377 0.301 0.249 0.200
0.500 0.999 0.999 0.942 0.752 0.622 0.500
1.000 4.717 2.669 1.884 1.503 1.244 1.000
2.000 9.434 5.339 3.769 3.007 2.488 2.000
5.000 9.999 9.999 9.424 7.517 6.222 5.000
10.00 47.17 26.69 18.85 15.03 12.44 10.00
20.00 94.34 53.39 37.69 30.07 24.89 20.00
If you have a 10 cm-1 cell factor and selected % (but not CUSTOM %) as PRIMARY UNITS,
you will be asked to specify the scale according to the chemical being measured. See Table 8. The
most recently programmed chemical will appear on the display. Use the arrow keys to display the
desired chemical and press ENTER. The reference temperature is 25°C (77°F).
NOTE
Setting these parameters sets the units, decimal placement, and temperature
compensation.
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Table 8. Primary Scale in Percent by Weight
mS/cm Equivalent
Chemical Scale at 25°C
Phosphoric Acid (H3PO4) 0 - 3% 0 to 200
Acetic Acid (CH3OOH) 0 - 9% 0 to 1.556
For each of these scale ranges, the value to the right of the “-” is editable (to tenths resolution) in
order to close the span to no less than 10% of the full scale shown. The span cannot be increased
beyond what is shown. Once a span has been selected, the greatest absolute conductivity for that
span will be validated against the selected cell type.
Next, under DISPLAY SECOND, you can configure the secondary display to show the absolute
value of the absolute measurement in conductivity units, the output in 4 to 20 mA, or the tem-
perature.
Configx Chemcomp
This section of the structure asks you to specify the chemical compensation, the relationship
between conductivity/resistivity units in kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, or mS/cm and Custom
units in units of your choice.
NOTE
This parameter will not appear unless your PRIMARY UNITS were configured as
CUSTOM (%, g/l, ppm, oz/gal, ppt, or NONE) in “Configx Display” on page 16.
The process specific compensation data must be generated or extracted in advance of entering it
into the transmitter. The data should be plotted graphically as well as tabularly to prepare it for
entry into your transmitter. See Figure 10.
The prompts first ask you to specify the absolute scale UNITS in kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, or
mS/cm, the absolute scale (ABSSCALE) as .9999, 9.999, 99.99, 999.9, or 9999., and the custom
scale (CUSSCALE) as .9999, 9.999, 99.99, 999.9, or 9999. The absolute scale is in kΩ•cm,
mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, or mS/cm as just specified and the custom scale is in the units previously con-
figured in CONFIG X DISPLAY. Next, you are asked to specify a number of points (NUM PTS)
to plot the compensation curve. The number of points can be specified from 2 to 21 and has a
default of 2. Lastly, for each of the number of points specified above, specify an absolute value
(ABSxx) and the value you want it to be (NEWxx).
A maximum or minimum difference between successive concentrations is not required. The inter-
vals do not have to be evenly spaced. We suggest 2 or 3 points be used in linear regions and more
data points be used in curved regions. See Figure 11.
NOTE
Although the message “Underrange” may flash after data entry, you may continue
to enter data without problems.
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PAIR µS/cm ppm PAIR µS/cm ppm
µS/cm
PERCENT CONCENTRATION
Figure 10. Reference Conductivity vs. Concentration Data
PAIR µS/cm ppm

µS/cm
PERCENT CONCENTRATION
Figure 11. Configured Conductivity vs. Concentration Data
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In the example used in Figure 12 and Figure 13, the 33 reference points were reduced to 16 con-
figured points. The configuration procedure would have been as follows:
1. Specify your PRIMARY UNITS as CUSTOM and % in “Configx Display” on
page 16.
2. Go to CONFIG CHEMCOMP and specify the absolute units. For this example,
µS/cm.
3. Specify the scale of your absolute values. For this example, because they are from 0 to
258.9, specify ABSSCALE as 999.9.
4. Specify the scale of your custom units. For this example, because they are from 0 to 64
percent concentration and the degree of accuracy is only required in whole units of
percent, specify CUSSCALE as 9999.
5. Specify the number of points on your curve. For this example, 16.
6. Specify the 16 point pairs.
NOTE
When entering data, remember to check the ± sign at the left of your display.
NOTE
If chemical compensation curve data is entered such that the slope would change
sign, then the message ER DATA appears on the bottom line of your display. Press
any key to clear the message and continue editing. Editing continues by reverting
back to the first point pair entry, with all previously entered values saved. Actual
database saving of the compensation table is not performed until the last point pair
is entered.
Configx Tempcomp
This section of the structure asks you to specify the temperature compensation.
NOTE
This parameter will not appear if your PRIMARY UNITS were configured as
percent (%) in “Configx Display” on page 16 since the transmitter applies the
appropriate compensation automatically.
Primary Units Configured kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, or mS/cm

If your PRIMARY UNITS were configured as kΩ•cm, mS/m. S/m, µS/cm, or mS/cm, you are
first asked to specify ABSOLUTE, H3PO4, LOW COND, CH3COOH, USP 23, AMMONIA,
MORPHALN, LINEAR, or CUSTOM. Select one of the compensations listed in Table 9. The
most recently configured entry will appear on the display. Use the arrow keys to display the
desired entry and press ENTER.
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Table 9. Temperature Compensations
Tempcomp Menu Additional Information Valid Temperature Range

Absolute No Temp Comp applied N/A
H3PO4 Phosphoric Acid (25 °C Ref)(0-3%) 4.4 to 93°C (40 to 200°F)
Low Cond All Ranges
Ions + water Sodium Chloride + water
Ions Sodium Chloride (25 °C Ref)
CH3COOH Acetic Acid (25 °C Ref) (0-8%) 5 to 120°C (40 to 250°F)
USP23 NH3/NaCl (25 °C Ref) (0 to 100°C)
Ammonia NH3 (25 °C Ref) (0 to 100°C)
Morphaln Morphaline (25 °C Ref) (0 to 100°C)
Linear All Ranges
Custom Varies per situation
ABSOLUTE means that there is no temperature compensation applied. The displayed value can
exceed the scale by approximately five times (5X).
LOW COND is used for pure water applications. Selecting IONS causes the instrument to follow
temperature compensation for a sodium chloride salt and causes the conductivity reading to
remove the conductivity due to water. Selecting IONS + H2O causes the conductivity reading to
include that due to both the water and impurities.
If you selected LINEAR, specify the slope of the linear compensation curve between 0.5 and 5.0
%/ °C. The default value is 2.2. The reference temperature is 25 °C.
If you selected CUSTOM, the prompts will ask you to specify a reference temperature and a
number of points to plot a compensation curve. The process specific compensation data must be
generated or extracted in advance of entering it into the transmitter. We suggest that the data be
plotted graphically as well as tabularly to prepare it for entry into your transmitter. See Figure 12.
In entering the data, the number of points (NUM PTS) can be specified from 2 to 21 points
(default value is 2). Each point specifies a conductivity value at a certain temperature. The
TEMPxx temperature units (Celsius or Fahrenheit) are specified under “Config Temp” on
page 24. The values (VALxx) can be specified from 0 to five times the scale value chosen.
NOTE
When entering data, remember to check the ± sign at the left of your display.
The data should be input to the transmitter with increasing values of temperature.
NOTE
If temperature compensation curve data is entered such that a temperature value is
not greater than the previous one, then the message ER DATA flashes on the
bottom line of your display. Editing continues by reverting back to the first point
pair entry, with all previously entered values saved. Actual database saving of the
compensation table is not performed until the last point pair is entered.
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A maximum or minimum temperature difference between successive temperatures is not required.

The intervals do not have to be evenly spaced. We suggest 2 or 3 points be used in linear regions
and more data points be used in curved regions. See Figure 12 and Figure 13.
TEMP µS/cm TEMP µS/cm

µS/cm
TEMPERATURE ( °C)
Figure 12. Reference Conductivity vs. Temperature Data
TEMP µS/cm
µS/cm
TEMPERATURE
Figure 13. Configured Conductivity vs. Temperature Data
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In the example used in Figure 12 and Figure 13, the 35 reference points were reduced to 15 con-
figured points. The configuration procedure would have been as follows:
1. Specify the reference temperature. For this example, 25°C.
2. Specify the number of points on your curve. For this example, 15.
3. Specify the 15 point pairs.
Primary Units Configured MΩ•cm

If your PRIMARY UNITS were configured as MΩ•cm, you are first asked to specify an ABSO-
LUTE, ULTRAPUR, USP 23, or CUSTOM temperature compensation. ABSOLUTE means
that there is no temperature compensation applied. If you selected ULTRAPUR, you must specify
the curve as T.LIGHT or M and S (Marsh & Stokes). For information on these curves, contact
Foxboro. If you selected CUSTOM, see section immediately above.
Primary Units Configured CUSTOM

If your PRIMARY UNITS were configured as CUSTOM in “Configx Display” on page 16, the
prompts ask you to specify a reference temperature. The temperature units (Celsius or Fahrenheit)
are specified under “Config Temp” on page 24. However, the choice of conductivity units
(kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, or µS/cm, or mS/cm) was not made previously so it is made here. Foxboro
strongly recommends using the same units selected in CONFIGx CHEMCOMP. Next, you are
asked to specify a number of points to plot a compensation curve as you were in the procedure
above. The number of points (NUM PTS) can be specified from 2 to 21 points and has a default
value of 2. Each point specifies a value at a certain temperature.
Configx Output
This section of the structure first asks you to specify the MODE, referring to the communications
and measurement output. If your transmitter was specified with analog output only (870ITCR-
A), your only choice is to specify ANALOG. If your transmitter was specified with I/A Series
communications (870ITCR-F), specify ANALOG if you want to have a 600 baud digital signal
superimposed over an analog 4 to 20 mA signal, or specify DIGITAL if you want to have a
4800 baud digital signal only.
If you configured the mode as DIGITAL, the 4 to 20 mA output will be fixed at 12 mA.
If you configured the mode as ANALOG, you will be asked to configure three parameters:
First, under OUTPUT ANALOG, specify the 4 to 20 mA output to represent the uncompen-
sated (ABSOLUTE) measurement, the temperature compensated MEASUREment, or the
TEMPerature.
Next, under OUTPUT RANGE, enter the MINimum (4 mA) and MAXimum (20 mA) range
values for the output just specified. The analog output range can be set up to approximately five
times the primary scale chosen. The message ER DATA flashes if the setable limit is exceeded.
The units displayed for MEASURE are those chosen in DISPLAY UNITS. For ABSOLUTE,
either conductivity or resistivity units are displayed. For TEMPERATURE, either °C or °F is
displayed depending on what is selected in CONFIG TEMP.
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NOTE
A change in OUTPUT ANALOG causes the OUTPUT RANGE to default to 0.0
and thus new MIN and MAX values must be entered.
Lastly, you can specify a failsafe signal. This signal is triggered for all probe or configuration error
conditions enabled. These are enabled singly or as a group in CONFIG DIAGS (see page 26).
Specify OFF under OUTPUT FAILSAFE to omit this feature. Specify ON to specify a fixed out-
put when in a failed condition. If ON is selected, further specify the DC mA output between 3.8
and 20.5 mA. The default value is 3.8 mA. If you want to have this signal outputted with ±0.5
mA pulse (as shown below) for greater visibility on a chart recorder or data display, specify ON as
explained above and then go back and specify PULSE.
An example of how to use this feature follows:

Suppose you are using your 4 to 20 mA signal to control a valve that diverts high conductivity
water. You also wish to divert the flow if the measurement system is suspect due to a configuration
error. To configure your transmitter to do this:
1. Configure your output so that 20 mA is the upper limit of acceptable water before
diverting flow.
2. Configure OUTPUT FAILSAFE as ON and set the DC mA value as 20.5.
3. In CONFIG DIAG, enable the 4-20 RNG, COMP RNG, and MEAS RNG
selections and disable the LEAKAGE, ATC OPEN, and ATC CLOSED selections.
Config Temp
This section of the structure asks you to specify the temperature features that will be used for all
three applications. First, specify the TEMP UNITS as CELSIUS or FAHRENheit. All references
to temperature will appear in the specified units within the transmitter software.
Next, specify the TEMP MODE as AUTO or MANUAL. In the AUTO mode, the temperature
follows the temperature input RTD or thermistor “ATC” and you can set a temperature default
FAIL SIGnal value (in case the RTD or thermistor fails) at the temperature at which you expect
the process to be operating. In MANUAL mode, the temperature can be set at a fixed temperature
value and resistance inputs on the temperature terminal are ignored.
Last, specify the TEMP TYPE as RTD or 100 kOHM thermistor. If you specify the TYPE as
RTD, specify 2-WIRE or 3-WIRE and specify the resistance as 100 OHM or 1000 OHM. The
871CR sensor uses a 1000 ohm, 3-wire RTD. Contact Foxboro for information regarding use of
other sensors with this transmitter.
Config Damping
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This section of the structure asks you to specify the damping response time (90% of step).
Choices are 1, 5, 10, 20, 40, and 120 seconds. Damping applies only to measurement data, not to
temperature data.
Config Instrmnt
NOTE
This section is not displayed unless the correct passcode was entered for
Configuration.
INSTRMNT mA CAL
This subsection allows you to tune the 4 mA and 20 mA values. The procedure is as follows:
1. Connect a digital current meter in series with the negative power input lead (see
Figure 7).
2. With INSTRMNT mA CAL displayed, press ENTER. The display will change to mA
CAL 4 mA. Press ENTER again.
3. Calibration is performed by having your current meter read 4 mA. Do this by
selecting one of the seven icons from the second line of your display by using the Left
and Right arrow keys. When you have highlighted the icon you want, press ENTER.
The icon meanings (shown below) are (from left to right) large increase, medium
increase, small increase, accept and exit, small decrease, medium decrease, large
decrease.
4. Repeat Step 3 until your meter reads 4 mA. Then highlight the center icon and press
ENTER. The display will go to mA CAL 20 mA. Press ENTER.
5. Repeat the procedure shown in Steps 3 and 4 for 20 mA. The current reading should
be 20 mA.
INSTRMNT STAB IND

When performing a calibration (see “Calibration” on page 29), the transmitter checks for stability
in absolute measurement and temperature before accepting a change. This section enables you to
configure the TIME allowed to attain stability and the amount of fluctuation (VAR) allowed dur-
ing the calibration. The value of VAR corresponds to the least significant digit of the measure-
ment in the PRIMARY SCALE you configured in “Configx Display” on page 16. Both TIME
and VAR are configured individually in STAB IND MEASurement and STAB IND TEMPera-
ture.
First, configure STAB IND MEAS as ON or OFF. If you configure this as ON, you need to spec-
ify the TIME between 5 and 60 seconds (in 5-second increments) and the VARiable between 1
and 9. The default TIME is 5 seconds and the default VARiable is 9. A longer time period and a
smaller measurement value assures more stability during calibration.
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NOTE
In specifying the VARiable, the numbers 1 through 9 refer to the last digit of the
primary scale; e.g.,
If scale is 20.00 mS, a VAR value of 5 means 0.05 mS
If scale is 100.0 µS, a VAR value of 5 means 0.5 µS
Thus, if the scale is 20.00 mS, and the default time and variable are used, the values
can change at a rate of 0.09 mS over 5 seconds.
Then repeat the procedure for STAB IND TEMP. If you configure this as ON, you need to spec-
ify the TIME between 5 and 60 seconds (in 5-second increments) and the VARiable between 1
and 9 ( °C or °F). The default TIME is 5 seconds and the default VARiable is 9, thus allowing a
temperature change of 0.9°C or °F over a 5-second period.
INSTRMNT CAL_DEV
The CALibration DEViation subsection allows you to specify the amount of deviation from the
factory calibration you can tolerate during your instrument calibration. You may specify 1%, 2%,
5%, 10%, or 20%, or disengage this feature by specifying OFF.
Config Timeout
This section of the structure asks you to specify the time in which the instrument will bring you
back to the on-line/Measurement mode from another on-line mode (Status, Diagnostics, or the
view only part of Configuration) when no keyboard input has occurred. In Measure mode, TIM-
EOUT also limits the time to view a secondary display other than that configured in CONFIG
DISPLAY. The time may be specified between 5 and 999 seconds. The default time is 600
(10 minutes).
Config Passcode
NOTE
This parameter is not displayed if the transmitter is “locked” (i.e., the correct
passcode was not entered for Configuration).
This section of the structure asks you to specify the Minor and Major Passcode. The Minor pass-
code limits access to routine maintenance functions including CALIBRATION and output
HOLD. The Major passcode prohibits unauthorized personnel from changing the configuration
parameters. Each is a 4-character string between 0000 and 9999. They may or may not be the
same. The default passcodes are both 0800. To disable the passcode feature, configure a passcode
as 0000. If the Major passcode is 0000, both passcodes are disabled.
Config Diags
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This section of the structure allows configuring error messages that can appear on your display.
You can elect to ENABLE all messages, DISABLE all messages, or enable or disable each of the
following individually: LEAKAGE, ATCSHORT, ATC OPEN, 4 - 20 RNG, COMP RNG, and
MEAS RNG. Each of these is discussed below. A typical approach is to initially select ENABLE
ALLDIAGS and to DISABLE select messages later when you find out that you do not require
them. Further, when you have messages on your display, you may CLEAR all of the messages or
CLEAR specific messages. This feature then disables the reporting of those messages for an hour
to allow time for corrective maintenance. Diagnostics that are enabled and triggered can also force
a fail-safe analog output signal, if desired. See “Configx Output” on page 23
LEAKAGE
This message reports a problem of severe liquid leakage into the sensor which causes an ATC
short to a measurement electrode. The message may be enabled, disabled, or cleared. A PROBE
ER message is displayed if this diagnostic is enabled and this fault occurs.
ATCSHORT, ATC OPEN

This message reports a problem if the resistance of the temperature compensator is greater or less
than the expected resistance of the device configured. The message for each may be enabled, dis-
abled, or cleared. A PROBE ER message is displayed if this diagnostic is enabled and this fault
occurs.
4 - 20 RNG
This message reports that the measurement tied to the analog output (measurement, absolute
measurement, or temperature) is outside the range configured for the currently running applica-
tion. The message may be enabled, disabled, or cleared. A CONFIG ER message is displayed if
this diagnostic is enabled and this fault occurs.
COMP RNG
This message reports that the measured temperature or absolute conductivity or resistivity mea-
surement is outside the temperature or chemical compensation curve configured for the currently
running application. The message may be enabled, disabled, or cleared. A CONFIG ER message
is displayed if this diagnostic is enabled and this fault occurs.
MEAS RNG
This message reports that the measurement is over or under the measurable range that is config-
ured for the currently running application. The message may be enabled, disabled, or cleared. A
CONFIG ER message is displayed if this diagnostic is enabled and this fault occurs.
Config Strings
This section of the structure asks you to specify the designation of the Tag Number (TAG NUM),
Tag Name (TAG NAME), Location (LOCATE), and Device Name (DEV NAME). Each can be
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made up of characters from Table 10 and can be of up to the following number of characters in
length:
TAG NUM 12
TAG NAME 14
LOCATE 14
DEV NAME 6
Only eight characters will be shown on your display at a time but the display will scroll as you
enter additional characters.
NOTE
Only TAG NUM appears if your transmitter was specified with analog output only
(870ITCR-A).
Table 10. List of Characters
Characters
0 through 9
. (period)
– (dash)
(blank)
A through Z
_ (underscore)
Config Num Apps

This section of the structure asks you to specify the NUMber of APPlicationS you wish to precon-
figure. It can be 1, 2, or 3. For more information on this subject, see “Config Appls” on page 15.
Config Trigger
If AUTO was configured under “Config Appls” on page 15, allowing you to switch from one
application to another automatically, this section of the structure enables you to specify the
parameters under which the switching will occur. Specify the values of these triggers (APP1 HI,
APP2 LO, APP2 HI, and APP3 LO). These values must be entered in actual values and not in
percent. It is assumed that although the ranges of the applications must overlap, application 1 has
the lowest conductivity value, application 2 is next, and application 3 has the highest. The switch-
ing from one application to another only takes a few seconds. However, once a switch is made,
another switch will not be allowed for one minute.
Hold
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The Hold mode enables you to hold the output at a determined value, thus allowing you to con-
figure or calibrate the transmitter or perform sensor maintenance without disturbing the control
loop. If you do not put the transmitter in Hold mode before configuring or calibrating, the output
will go to 3.8 mA if you have configured the output as ANALOG or be held at the present value
if you have configured the output as DIGITAL.
While you are in the HOLD mode, the bar graph will flash on and off. If you return to the Mea-
sure mode without releasing the hold, the message ON HOLD will flash on the secondary dis-
play.
To enter the Hold mode, press the HOLD key. You will be prompted to enter the Major or Minor
Passcode. If you enter the incorrect passcode, the transmitter will revert to the Measurement (nor-
mal) mode. If you enter the correct passcode, the display will read HOLD OFF or HOLD ON. If
it reads HOLD OFF, use the Down arrow key to change it to HOLD ON. Then specify whether
you want to hold the output at the PRESENT value or at another value that you will MANU-
ALly set.
If you selected MANUAL and your transmitter was specified with analog only communications
(870ITCR-A), your display will read MANUAL ANALOG. Specify the value between 4.00 and
20.00 mA that you want to hold the output at while in the HOLD mode. The default value is
4.00.
If you selected MANUAL and your transmitter was specified with both analog and digital com-
munications (870ITCR-F), and you had previously selected ANALOG under CONFIG OUT-
PUT, your display will read MANUAL ANALOG.
1. Specify the value between 4.00 and 20.00 mA at which you want to hold the output
while in the Hold mode. The default value is 4.00.
2. Next, go to MANUAL DIGITAL and specify the MEASUREment, TEMPerature,
and ABSOLUTE measurement value at which you want to hold the output while in
the Hold mode.
a. The MEASUREment value can be specified between 0.0 and approximately
4.99 x the scale configured.
b. The TEMPerature can be specified between -99.9 and +999.9 (C or F). The
default value is 0.0.
c. The ABSOLUTE measurement value can be specified between 0.0 and
approximately 4.99 x the scale configured. The default value is 0.0.
If you selected MANUAL and your transmitter was specified with digital communications
(870ITCR-F), and you had previously selected DIGITAL under CONFIG OUTPUT, your dis-
play will prompt you to specify the MEASUREment, TEMPerature, and ABSOLUTE measure-
ment value at which you want to hold the output while in the Hold mode. For allowable values,
see a, b, and c above.
Calibration
Calibration routines in your transmitter were designed for simplicity and the elimination of
errors. The procedures are self-prompting. Three calibration routines are available for conductiv-
ity measurements and two for resistivity measurements. The first, CALx SOLUTION, enables
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you to enter or edit conductivity value(s) of your solution. A single point offset (to bias the mea-
surement by a constant value), single point span (to correct for cell factor change due to installa-
tion), or 2-point solution calibration may be performed. The second routine, CALx INST, is
accomplished with the use of discrete components or by returning to the stored factory default
calibration. The third routine, CAL PURE H2O, is only used with pure water. It enables you to
enter the specific cell factor and temperature cell factor of your sensor. Note that damping is not
active during any of these calibrations (signal is automatically filtered internally).
While you are in the Calibration mode, two segments of the bar graph will appear under the leg-
end CAL at the top of your front panel. These segments will flash if you are also in a Hold mode.
To enter the Calibration mode, press the CAL key. You will be prompted to enter a Passcode. If
you enter the incorrect passcode, the transmitter will revert to the Measurement (normal) mode.
If you enter the correct passcode, the display will read CALx SOLUTION (if conductivity) or
CALx INST (if resistivity).
! CAUTION
Do not use Shorts or Opens to calibrate sensor/transmitter system.
Solution Calibration (Conductivity Only)

If you are using a new (different) sensor, before doing a solution calibration, check that the tem-
perature in Status mode agrees with the actual temperature of your solution. If there is a differ-
ence, the actual temperature should be entered before beginning your calibration. To do this,
specify CALx SOLUTION and then step past SOLUTION SINGLEPT and SOLUTION
TWO PT to get to SOLUTION TEMP. The correct solution temperature should be entered
between -99.9 and +999.9 ( °C or °F).
To begin your calibration, using the down arrow, specify SINGLEPT or TWO PT calibration. If
SINGLEPT, further specify OFFSET or SPAN. OFFSET is used if correcting for a shift in system
zero. SPAN is used to correct for a shift in system span and should be used at the higher end of the
measurement range chosen.
Upon the prompt IMMERSE IN SOLUTION 1, immerse your sensor into its solution and press
ENTER. If stability parameters were configured ON, the display READING XXXXXXXX will
flash until stability is achieved and then alternate with the message ENTER TO EDIT. Wait for
this message and then press ENTER again. If stability parameters were configured OFF, watch for
the measurement to stabilize before proceeding to press ENTER. If the reading is not correct, edit
it to the correct value under OFFSET, SPAN, or VALUE n. Press ENTER. Wait for a display of
CAL COMPLETE (for SINGLEPT) or IMMERSE IN SOL 2 (for TWO PT). If you are doing a
2-point calibration, place the sensor in the second solution and repeat the procedure. If calibra-
tion was not successfully completed, the display will read CAL ERROR and return you to the
beginning of the procedure.
Instrument Calibration (Conductivity and Resistivity)

If you are using an instrument calibration, specify CALx INST. Then you have two choices. You
can return to the stored factory default calibration by selecting FACTORY DEFAULT and press-
ing ENTER. However, you can alternatively choose to connect your own calibrating discrete
components to the transmitter (see Table 11). If so, specify USER INST and press ENTER.
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Upon the prompt CONNECT RESISTOR, connect your resistor (Res 1) between terminals 1B
and 1E as shown in Figure 14 and press ENTER. See Table 11 for resistor values.
NOTE
Resistor values must be known within 0.01%.
If stability parameters were configured ON, the display READING XXXXXXXX will flash until
stability is achieved and then alternate with the message ENTER TO EDIT. Wait for this message
and then press ENTER again. If stability parameters were configured OFF, watch for the mea-
surement to stabilize before proceeding to press ENTER. The actual resistor value should be dis-
played. If the reading is not correct, edit it to the correct value (to within 0.01%) under
READING XXXXXXXX. Press ENTER. Wait for a display of CONNECT CAPACITR or
CONNECT RESISTR2. Connect your capacitor in parallel with Resistor 1 or Resistor 2 in place
of Resistor 1 and repeat the procedure. If calibration was not successfully completed, the display
will read CAL ERROR and return you to USER INST.
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Table 11. Calibration Components
Upper Range Value Cell Factor 0.1 Cell Factor 10

µS/cm mS/cm mS/m S/m MΩ•cm kΩ•cm Res 1 Res 2 Cap Res 1 Res 2
20 --- 1 MΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
15 --- 1 MΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
10 --- 499 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
5 5000 499 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
2 2000 100 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
1000 100 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
500 50 kΩ 5 kΩ --- --- ---
100 10 kΩ 1 kΩ --- --- ---
50 5 kΩ 500 Ω --- 100 kΩ 10 kΩ
10 --- --- --- 50 kΩ 5 kΩ
1 --- --- --- --- --- 100 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
2 --- 0.2 --- --- --- 50 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
5 --- 0.5 --- --- --- 10 kΩ --- 300 pF --- ---
10 --- 1 --- --- --- 100 kΩ 10 kΩ --- --- ---
20 --- 2 --- --- --- 50 kΩ 5 kΩ --- --- ---
50 --- 5 --- --- --- 10 kΩ 1 kΩ --- --- ---
100 0.1 10 --- --- --- 10 kΩ 1 kΩ --- --- ---
200 0.2 20 --- --- --- 5 kΩ 500 Ω --- 499 kΩ 50 kΩ
500 0.5 50 --- --- --- --- −−− --- 100 kΩ 10 kΩ
1000 1 100 0.1 --- --- --- --- --- 100 kΩ 10 kΩ
2000 2 200 0.2 --- --- --- --- --- 50 kΩ 5 kΩ
5000 5 500 0.5 --- --- --- --- --- 10 kΩ 1 kΩ
--- 10 1000 1 --- --- --- --- --- 10 kΩ 1 kΩ
--- 20 2000 2 --- --- --- --- --- 5 kΩ 500 Ω
1A 1 1B 1C 1D 1E 2 2A 2B 3 4 5
Figure 14. Component Connections
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Pure Water Calibration

If you are measuring purity of water by checking the conductivity in µS/cm or resistivity in
MΩ•cm with an 871CR-A or 871CR-B sensor, you can use this calibration by selecting CAL
PURE H2O. The display reads tCF. Change the tCF shown to the temperature cell factor (tCF)
found on your sensor and press ENTER again. The display reads CF. Change the CF shown to
the cell factor (CF) found on your sensor and press ENTER again. The calibration is complete.
Recording Your Calibration

Next, optionally follow the prompts to enter the calibration date and name of the calibrator. The
date should be in the form mm/dd/yy. The name of the calibrator can contain up to six charac-
ters.
Maintenance
! WARNING
This product contains components that have critical safety characteristics. Do not
substitute components. Replace components only with identical, factory-supplied
components. Component substitution may impair the electrical safety of this
equipment and its suitability for use in hazardous locations.
The maintenance of the 870IT Transmitter is limited to replacement of the keypad and a
matched kit of two printed wiring assemblies (core PWA and sensor PWA). See Parts List PL 611-
156 for part numbers. Attempts to repair printed wiring assemblies could result in damage and
voiding of the warranty. The recommended repair procedure is replacement of the PWAs or
return of the PWAs to the factory for repair.
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34
Appendix A. Structure Diagrams
Top Level Structure Diagram
CONFIG
APPLS
CONFIG
CELCONST
CONFIGX
DISPLAY
CONFIGX
CHEMCOMP
CONFIGX
TEMPCOMP
CONFIG
OUTPUT
CONFIG
TEMP
CONFIG
DAMPING
CONFIG
INSTRMNT
CONFIG
TIMEOUT
CONFIG
PASSCODE
CONFIG
DIAGS
CONFIG
STRINGS
CONFIG
NUM APPS
CONFIG
TRIGGER
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Structure Diagram 1
CONFIGURATION
If PASSCODE MAJOR ≠ 0000

PASSCODE
If NUM APPS >1

CONFIG APPLS
APPLS
1
2
3
AUTO
CONFIG
CELCONST
CELCONST
0.10
10.00
OTHER CELLFACT
CONFIGx DISPLAY PRIMARY UNITS

DISPLAY PRIMARY UNITS
MΩ•cm
kΩ•cm
mS/m
S/m
µS/cm
mS/cm
%
CUSTOM CUSTOM
%
g/l
ppm
oz/gal
ppt
NONE
CONFIGx DISPLAY PRIMARY

TEMPCOMP SECOND
(if UNITS ≠ CUSTOM)
SCALE
(see next page) (see next page)
CONFIGx
CHEMCOMP
(if UNITS = CUSTOM)
(see page 38 or page 39)
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Structure Diagram 2
CONFIGURATION (cont.)
DISPLAY PRIMARY
PRIMARY UNITS
(see previous page) (see previous page)
If UNITS ≠ % or CUSTOM
PRIMARY SC (units)
SCALE
If Units = kΩ•cm and CELCONST = 0.1

50, 100, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000
If Units = kΩ•cm and CELCONST = 10

10, 50
If Units =MΩ•cm and CELCONST = 0.1

2, 5, 10, 15, 20
If Units =mS/m and CELCONST = 0.1
0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20
If Units =mS/m and CELCONST = 10

50, 100, 200, 500
If Units =S/m and CELCONST = 10

0.2, 0.5, 1, 2
If Units =µS/cm and CELCONST = 0.1

1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200
If Units =µS/cm and CELCONST =10

200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000
If Units = mS/cm and CELCONST = 10

0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20
If UNITS = %
SCALE
H3PO4 H3PO4
0 - 3%
CH3COOH CH3COOH
0 - 9%
DISPLAY SECOND
SECOND
TEMP
ABSOLUTE
mA
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Structure Diagram 3
CONFIGx
DISPLAY
(see page 36)
If UNITS = CUSTOM
CONFIGx UNITS ABSSCALE CUSSCALE

CHEMCOMP
µS/cm .9999 .9999
mS/cm 9.999 9.999
99.99 99.99
999.9 999.9
9999 9999
NUM PTS
ABSxx NEWxx
ABSxx+1 NEWxx+1
If UNITS = CUSTOM
CONFIGx REF TEMP UNITS NUM PTS

TEMPCOMP
kΩ•cm
mS/m
TEMPxx VALxx
S/m
µS/cm
mS/cm
TEMPxx+1 VALxx+1
CONFIGx
OUTPUT
(see page 40)
38
Structure Diagram 4
CONFIGx
DISPLAY
(see page 36 )
If UNITS = kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, mS/cm

CONFIGx TEMPCOMP
TEMPCOMP
ABSOLUTE
H3PO4
LOW COND LOW COND
CH3COOH IONS + H2O
USP23 IONS
AMMONIA
MORPHALN
LINEAR LINEAR
CUSTOM REF TEMP NUM PTS
TEMPxx VALxx
TEMPxx+1 VALxx+1
If UNITS = MΩ•cm
ABSOLUTE
ULTRAPUR ULTRAPUR
T.LIGHT
M and S
USP 23
CUSTOM REF TEMP NUM PTS
TEMPxx VALxx
TEMPxx+1 VALxx+1
CONFIGx OUTPUT
(see next page)
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Structure Diagram 5
CONFIGx TEMPCOMP
(see page 38 or page 39)
CONFIGx MODE
OUTPUT
DIGITAL
ANALOG OUTPUT ANALOG
ANALOG
ABSOLUTE
MEASURE
TEMP
OUTPUT MIN MAX

RANGE
OUTPUT FAILSAFE
FAILSAFE
OFF
DC mA
ON
PULSE
CONFIG TEMP UNITS

TEMP UNITS
CELSIUS
FAHREN
TEMP MODE
MODE
FAIL SIG
AUTO
MANUAL MANUAL
TEMP TYPE
TYPE
RTD
RTD
100 k OHM
2 WIRE 2 WIRE
100 OHM
1000 OHM
3 WIRE 3 WIRE
CONFIG DAMPING
DAMPING 100 OHM
1 SEC 1000 OHM
5 SEC
10 SEC
20 SEC
40 SEC
CONFIG INSTRMNT 120 SEC
(see next page)
40
Structure Diagram 6
CONFIG DAMPING
(see previous page)
If ANALOG
CONFIG INSTRMNT mA CAL 4 mA
INSTRMNT mA CAL 4 mA
mA CAL 20 mA
20 mA
INSTRMNT STAB IND MEAS

STAB IND MEAS
OFF
ON TIME
ON TIME
ON VAR
VAR
STAB IND TEMP

TEMP
OFF
ON TIME
ON TIME
INSTRMNT INSTRMNT
CAL_DEV CAL_DEV
OFF
1%
2% ON VAR
VAR
5%
10%
20%
CONFIG TIMEOUT
TIMEOUT
If Passcode Accepted
CONFIG PASSCODE MINOR

PASSCODE MINOR
PASSCODE MAJOR
MAJOR
CONFIG DIAGS
(see next page)
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Structure Diagram 7
CONFIG PASSCODE
(see previous page)
CONFIG DIAGS ALLDIAGS

DIAGS ALLDIAGS
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS LEAKAGE
LEAKAGE
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS ATCSHORT
ATCSHORT
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS ATC OPEN
ATC OPEN
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS 4 - 20 RNG
4 - 20 RNG
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS COMP RNG
COMP RNG
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
DIAGS MEAS RNG
MEAS RNG
CLEAR
ENABLE
DISABLE
CONFIG STRINGS
(see next page)
42
Structure Diagram 8
CONFIG DIAGS
(see previous page)
CONFIG STRINGS TAG NUM

STRINGS TAG NUM
STRINGS TAG NAME

TAG NAME
STRINGS LOCATE
LOCATE
STRINGS DEV NAME

DEV NAME
CONFIG NUM APPS

NUM APPS
1
2
3
If NUM APPS >1
CONFIG TRIGGER APP1 HI
TRIGGER APP1 HI
TRIGGER APP2 LO
APP2 LO
If NUM APPS = 3
TRIGGER APP2 HI
APP2 HI
If NUM APPS = 3
TRIGGER APP3 LO
APP3 LO
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Structure Diagram 9
HOLD
If PASSCODE MINOR ≠ 0000

PASSCODE
HOLD
OFF
HOLD ON
ON
If ANALOG MODE
PRESENT
MANUAL ANALOG
MANUAL
ANALOG
MANUAL DIGITAL MEASURE

DIGITAL MEASURE
DIGITAL TEMP
TEMP
DIGITAL ABSOLUTE
ABSOLUTE
If DIGITAL MODE
MANUAL MEASURE
MEASURE
MANUAL TEMP
TEMP
MANUAL ABSOLUTE
ABSOLUTE
44
Structure Diagram 10
STATUS
APP # If NUM APPS > 1
TEMP
ABSOLUTE
UNITS
mA
ATC RES
CAL NAME
LAST CAL
CAL USED
TAG NAME
*
LOCATION
*
SONUMBER
MS CODE
S/W VER
DEV NAME
*
DEV TYPE
*
TAG NUM
*ONLY ON 870ITCR-F
45
CALIBRATION
If PASSCODE MINOR ≠ 0000

PASSCODE
If UNITS ≠ MΩ•cm or kΩ•cm

CALx SOLUTION SINGLEPT IMMERSE READING ENTER TO
SOLUTION SINGLEPT OFFSET IN SOL XXXXXXX EDIT
OFFSET CAL
COMPLETE
CAL If error during

ERROR calibration
SINGLEPT IMMERSE READING ENTER TO
SPAN IN SOL XXXXXXX EDIT
SPAN CAL
COMPLETE
CAL If error during

ERROR calibration
SOLUTION IMMERSE READING ENTER TO VALUE 1

TWO PT IN SOL 1 XXXXXXX EDIT
CAL If error during calibration

ERROR
IMMERSE READING ENTER TO VALUE 2

IN SOL 2 XXXXXXX EDIT
CAL If error during calibration

ERROR
SOLUTION CAL
TEMP COMPLETE
TEMP
CALx INST
(see next page)
46
CALIBRATION (cont.)
CALx SOLUTION
(see previous page)
CALx FACTORY CAL

INST DEFAULT COMPLETE
USER CONNECT READING ENTER TO

INSTRMT RESISTOR XXXXXXX EDIT
READING CONNECT
XXXXXXX CAPACITR
CAL If error during CONNECT

ERROR calibration RESISTR2
READING ENTER TO
XXXXXXX EDIT
READING CAL
XXXXXXX COMPLETE
If error during
calibration
If MΩ•cm or kΩ•cm
CAL tCF CF CAL

PURE H20 XX.XX .XXXX COMPLETE
CALx DATE
DATE
CALx PERSON
PERSON
47
DIAGNOSTICS
If no error
DIAGS OK
If PROBE error
ERROR PROBE ER LEAKAGE
PROBE LEAKAGE REPLACE
PROBE ER ATCSHORT
ATCSHORT REPLACE
PROBE ER ATC OPEN

ATC OPEN REPLACE
If CONFIG error
ERROR CONFIG CFG APP1
CONFIG INVALID REQUIRED
CFG APP2
REQUIRED
CFG APP3
REQUIRED
CONFIG 4 - 20 RNG
4 - 20 RNG OVER RNG
4 - 20 RNG
UNDR RNG
CONFIG MEASURE
MEAS RNG OVER RNG
MEASURE
UNDR RNG
CONFIG COMP RNG

COMP RNG OVER RNG
COMP RNG
UNDR RNG
48
Appendix B. Configuration Table
This appendix contains information that will help you configure your transmitter. The informa-
tion is presented in the form of a table containing each prompt/parameter, its limits, and its fac-
tory default value. It also provides space for you to record your specific configuration and
notations.
Identifies the structure Limits of each Space for you to

diagram that contains a parameter. record your specific
specific prompt/parameter.
configuration.
Standard factory con- Additional informa-

Prompts to parameters in the order in figuration as shipped tion and space for
which they are displayed when you from Foxboro. your notations
step through the menu structure.
Structure Parameter Factory User Remarks

Diagram Prompt/Parameter Limits Configuration Configuration and Notes
1 PASSCODE 0001 AND 9999 0800 If PASSCODE
MAJOR ≠ 0000
CONFIG APPLS --- If NUM APPS
>1
APPLS 1, 2, 3, AUTO 1
CELCONST 0.10, 10.00, OTHER 0.10
CELLFACT 0.00 and 99.99 If OTHER
CONFIGx DISPLAY ---
DISPLAY ---
PRIMARY
PRIMARY UNITS ---
UNITS mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, µS/cm
mS/cm, %, kΩ•cm,
M Ω•cm, CUSTOM
CUSTOM %, g/l, ppm, oz/gal, If CUSTOM
ppt, NONE
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2 PRIMARY SCALE --- If mS/m, S/m,
µS/cm, mS/cm,
kΩ•cm, M Ω•cm
SC (units) (If not % Depends on sensor, 50.00 mS/cm
or CUSTOM) cell constant, and units
SCALE (if %) Per chemical
DISPLAY SECOND ---
SECOND TEMP, ABSOLUTE, TEMP
mA
3 CONFIG If UNITS =
CHEMCOMP CUSTOM
UNITS mS/cm, µS/cm
ABSCALE .9999, 9.999, 99.99,
999.9, 9999
CUSSCALE .9999, 9.999, 99.99,
999.9, 9999
NUM PTS 02 and 21
ABSxx 0 and 2000 mS/cm, µS/cm
NEWxx 0 and 2000 Custom units
CONFIGx --- If UNITS ≠ %
TEMPCOMP
(If UNITS =
CUSTOM)
REF TEMP -99.9 and 999.9 °C or °F
NUM PTS 02 and 21
UNITS µS/cm, mS/cm, mS/m,
S/m, or kΩ•cm
tTEMPxx -99.9 and 999.9 °C or °F
VALxx
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4 (If UNITS = µS/cm,
mS/cm, mS/m,
S/m,or kΩ•cm)
TEMPCOMP ---
ABSOLUTE
LOW COND IONS + H2O or IONS + H2O
IONS
LINEAR 0.5 and 5.0
(Chemical) Per Chemical
(CUSTOM) ---
REF TEMP -99.9 and 999.9 0.0 °C or °F
NUM PTS 02 and 21 02
TEMPxx -99.9 and 999.9 0.0 °C or °F
VALxx
(If UNITS = MΩ•cm)
ABSOLUTE
ULTRAPUR T. LIGHT or M and S
USP 23
CUSTOM
REF TEMP -99.9 and 999.9 0.0 °C or °F
NUM PTS 02 and 21 02
TEMPxx -99.9 and 999.9 0.0 °C or °F
VALxx 0 and ???? ????
51

5 CONFIGx OUTPUT ---
MODE ANALOG, DIGITAL ANALOG
OUTPUT --- If ANALOG
ANALOG
ANALOG ABSOLUTE, MEASURE
MEASURE, TEMP
OUTPUT RANGE - - -
MIN Depends on Analog 0 µS/cm
MAX Output 10 µS/cm
OUTPUT ---
FAILSAFE
FAILSAFE OFF, ON, PULSE OFF
DC mA 3.8 and 20.5 mA 3.8 If FAILSAFE =
ON
CONFIG TEMP ---
TEMP UNITS ---
UNITS CELSIUS, FAHREN CELSIUS
TEMP MODE ---
MODE AUTO, MANUAL AUTO
FAIL SIG -99.9 and +999.9 If AUTO
MANUAL -99.9 and +999.9 If MANUAL
TEMP TYPE - --
TYPE RTD, 100 kOHM RTD
RTD 2 WIRE, 3 WIRE 3 WIRE If RTD
2 WIRE 100 OHM, 1000 If 2 WIRE
OHM
3 WIRE 100 OHM, 1000 1000 Ω If 3 WIRE
OHM
CONFIG ---
DAMPING
DAMPING 1, 5, 10, 20, 40, or 5 SECond
120
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6 CONFIG ---
INSTRMNT
INSTRMNT mA ---
CAL
mA CAL 4 mA
4 mA
mA CAL 20 mA
20 mA
INSTRMNT STAB ---
IND
STAB IND MEAS ---
MEAS ON, OFF OFF
ON TIME
TIME 5 - 60 Increments of 5 s
ON VAR
VAR 1 AND 9
STAB IND TEMP ---
TEMP ON, OFF OFF
ON TIME
TIME 5 - 60 Increments of 5 s
ON VAR
VAR 1 AND 9
INSTRMNT
CAL_DEV
INSTRMNT OFF, 1%, 2%, 5%,
CAL_DEV 10%, or 20%
CONFIG TIMEOUT ---
TIMEOUT 0 and 999 600 Seconds
CONFIG ---
PASSCODE
PASSCODE ---
MINOR
MINOR 0 AND 9999 0800
PASSCODE ---
MAJOR
MAJOR 0 AND 9999 0800
53

7 CONFIG DIAGS ---
ALLDIAGS CLEAR, ENABLE, DISABLE
DISABLE
LEAKAGE CLEAR, ENABLE,

DISABLE
ATCSHORT CLEAR, ENABLE,
DISABLE
ATC OPEN CLEAR, ENABLE,
DISABLE
4 - 20 RNG CLEAR, ENABLE,
DISABLE, LIMIT
COMP RNG CLEAR, ENABLE,
DISABLE
MEAS RNG CLEAR, ENABLE,
DISABLE
8 CONFIG STRINGS - - -
STRINGS TAG ---
NUM
TAG NUM
STRINGS TAG ---
NAME
TAG NAME
STRINGS LOCATE - - -
LOCATE
STRINGS DEV ---
NAME
DEV NAME
CONFIG NUM ---
APPS
NUM APPS 1, 2, 3 1
CONFIG TRIGGER - - -
TRIGGER APP1 HI - - -
APP1 HI
TRIGGER APP2 ---
LO
APP2 LO
TRIGGER APP2 HI - - -
APP2 HI
TRIGGER APP3 ---
LO
APP3 LO
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Index
A
Ambient Temperature 3
B
Bench Calibration 30
C
Calibration 29
Changing Data 11
Configuration 14
Configuration Table 49
Controls and Indicators 9
D
Diagnostics 13
E
Error Messages 10
H
Hold 28
I
Identification 5
Installation 6
L
Load Limitations 3
M
Maintenance 33
Measure 13
Mounting 6
O
Operation 9
55
MI 611-216 – June 1999 Index
P
Panel Mounting 6
Passcode Access 11
Pipe Mounting 7
Power Supply Requirements 3
Product Safety Specifications 4
Q
Quick Start 1
R
Reference 3
S
Sensors 3
Solution Calibration 30
Specifications 3
Status 14
Structure Diagrams 35
Surface Mounting 6
U
Unpacking 6
W
Wiring 7
ISSUE DATES
OCT 1998
JUN 1999
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Instruction June 1999

Appendix A. Structure Diagrams ................................................................................... 35

Appendix B. Configuration Table.................................................................................. 49

*For availability of the 870ITCR on PC20 software, contact Foxboro.

RTD CABLE LENGTH COMP.

CASE EARTH (GROUND)

Figure 1. Wiring for 871CR Sensor

Checking Factory Configuration

Basic Operation in Measure Mode

Looking for More Information?

1300 V dc Load (ohms)

100 SEE NOTE

Figure 2. Supply Power vs. Load

Table 1. Product Safety Specifications

Table 1. Product Safety Specifications (Continued)

MODEL 870ITCR-FWFAA Model

Figure 3. Data Label

Figure 4. Panel Mounting

Figure 5. Surface Mounting

Figure 6. Pipe Mounting

Table 2. Recommended Conduit and Fittings

Material Conduit Fitting

RTD CABLE LENGTH COMP.

250 Ω INNER ELECTRODE

Figure 7. Wiring for 871CR Sensor

20-SEGMENT BAR GRAPH

CALIBRATION KEY ENTER KEY

UP, DOWN, LEFT,

Figure 8. Indicators and Controls

Table 3. Indicators and Controls

Table 3. Indicators and Controls (Continued)

3. The first value of a compensation point pair (TEMPxx in TEMPCOMP or ABSxx in

Viewing and Changing Data

CONFIG TEMP UNITS

TEMP MODE FAIL SIG

TEMP TYPE RTD 2 WIRE

Figure 9. Example of Structure Diagram

Table 4. Diagnostic Errors

Message Description Corrective Action

(Refer to “Structure Diagram 2” on page 37.)

Units Cell Constant Scale*

Table 7. Actual Upper Range Settings as a Function of Temperature

Upper Range Settings as Function of Temperature

Table 8. Primary Scale in Percent by Weight

PAIR µS/cm ppm PAIR µS/cm ppm

Figure 10. Reference Conductivity vs. Concentration Data

PAIR µS/cm ppm

Figure 11. Configured Conductivity vs. Concentration Data

Primary Units Configured kΩ•cm, mS/m, S/m, µS/cm, or mS/cm

Table 9. Temperature Compensations

Tempcomp Menu Additional Information Valid Temperature Range

A maximum or minimum temperature difference between successive temperatures is not required.

TEMP µS/cm TEMP µS/cm

Figure 12. Reference Conductivity vs. Temperature Data

Figure 13. Configured Conductivity vs. Temperature Data

Primary Units Configured MΩ•cm

Primary Units Configured CUSTOM

An example of how to use this feature follows: