AMS Device Manager provides several configuration features. You install AMS Device Manager as part of the DeltaV installation process. Once the software is installed you can use some features without a license. For a fully functional installation, you must also install an AMS Device Manager license.
| AMS Device Manager feature | License required |
|---|---|
Launch the AMS Device Manager application interface and access functions from within the interface. |
Yes |
Add AMS Device Manager menus to DeltaV Operator graphics. |
Yes |
View the Audit Trail. |
Yes |
Launch AMS Device Manager from the AMS Suite button on device faceplates. |
Yes |
View device configurations. |
No |
View device status and conditions. |
No |
Compare device configurations. |
No |
Scan the device. |
No |
Open the manual for the device (if provided). |
No |
Access device methods. |
No |
Reconcile device configuration. |
No |
Examine the status of the fieldbus device from DeltaV Explorer. |
No |
View and change resource configuration. |
No |
Initiate a master reset or self-test of the fieldbus device. |
No |