The DeltaV system requires a set of device definition files for each fieldbus device type and device revision. Many fieldbus device definition files are preinstalled with the DeltaV system. However, when you install a generic fieldbus device, you must first install the device's definition files from the AMS Device Manager Server Plus Station. Use the AMS Add Device Type utility to install the files. AMS will then synchronize the device files on each DeltaV workstation installed with the AMS client to other AMS workstations in the DeltaV system.
If a new DeltaV workstation is added to the system after a generic fieldbus device has been installed, use the Add Device Type utility to add the device files to the new DeltaV workstation. Refer to the DeltaV Explorer online help for information on adding fieldbus device types.
Fieldbus devices that are supported on the DeltaV system have been tested for interoperability with the DeltaV system. Non-supported devices have not been tested for interoperability with the DeltaV system and may not operate properly.