We are planning to upgrade our FloBoss S600s to the FloBoss

S600+, we plan on buying the required upgrade kits but will we

need a new version of Config600?

To upgrade from a FloBoss S600 to the FloBoss S600+, if none of the new features/

functionality is required, then you can still use the original version of Confi g 600 (this

must be version 1.4d or later).

While this can be carried out with Confi g600 version IPL600. the upload download

tool, it is recommended that this is carried out with a Confi g600 lite license or higher

(Confi g600 Lite+ or Confi g600 Pro).

If any the new features of the FloBoss S600+ are required, then the confi guration

must be updated with Confi g600 Pro version 3.xx or later and downloaded into the

upgraded S600+ fl ow computer.

As with all fi rmware or hardware changes it is recommended that the upgraded

FloBoss S600+ fl ow computer is tested before being put into service.

3. I have a Pro level license for Config600 v2.7. but I now want to use

the new features provided by the FloBoss S600+. How do I get a new

version of Config600 that will allow me to use the new features?

Please download the latest version from Supportnet®  and then then apply for a new

license using the online instructions from the tool. If you already have a valid license

for a particular version (such as Confi g lite), you will be able to get a similar license for

the latest version.

If you do not have a valid license yet, you will need to contact your local sales

representative.

FloBoss S600 Interfaces

1. Does the Operator Interface via the front

display panel change on the FloBoss S600+?

Is the change transparent, or is training

required?

With the exception of a cosmetic change, the front display

panel and operator interface work as before. No re-training is

required.

2. Will the Ethernet ports on the FloBoss S600+

remain as a Modbus over Ethernet interface as

per the current FloBoss S600 machine?

The fi rst Ethernet port on the FloBoss S600+ generally

remains unchanged. A second Ethernet port (previously

available only on an option module) is now standard on

the FloBoss S600+. The supported protocols will remain

Modbus/TCP and Modbus over Ethernet. Previously, both

ports were limited to 10MB/s and half duplex. Now, both

ports have the option of running at 100MB/s in full duplex

mode.

3. The current FloBoss S600 version stores the

required information points in a Modbus

register map. Does this methodology

change on the FloBoss S600+, and are all

information points still available via Modbus

communications?

The Modbus register map remains the same.

4. If the Modbus structure remains, does the

previously-developed Modbus polling for the

existing FloBoss S600 remain the same, or do

we need to define a new software interface for

the FloBoss S600+?

The existing interface remains compatible with the FloBoss

S600+. The available baud rates have increased from

between 300 and 38.400 on the existing FloBoss S600 to

between 2.400 and 57.600 on the new FloBoss S600+.

5. Does the web interface to the existing FloBoss

S600 change on the FloBoss S600+?

The web server interface on the FloBoss S600+ is compatible

with the existing FloBoss S600. We have enhanced the

interface to improve security and provide additional

diagnostic capabilities.

1. Will configurations that currently run on

my FloBoss S600 machines also run on the new

FloBoss S600+?

Yes. The FloBoss Confi g600 confi guration tool has been

updated to enable the FloBoss S600+ to use existing

confi gurations, provided you built them with Confi g version

1v4 or later. To use confi gurations built with earlier versions

(1.1. 1.2 or 1.3), consult with Remote Automation Solutions

Technical Support.

To take full advantage of some of the new features the

FloBoss S600+ offers, you many need to edit existing

confi gurations.

2. What software tools exist for configuration

and access to the new FloBoss S600+? Is

this different than the current FloBoss S600

software suite?

The FloBoss Confi g600 tools function the same as before.

One benefi t of the FloBoss S600+ is the download time for

confi gurations is now approximately 10 times faster.

3. Our engineers have participated in the FloBoss

Config600 Pro training course, and all have

licenses. Will they need additional training to

work with the FloBoss S600+?

No. Your engineers can work on the FloBoss S600+ without

further training, but a new version of the FloBoss Confi g600

confi guration tool and the associated license will be

required.

4. Are LogiCalcs still available for use in the new

FloBoss S600+?

Yes. Your use of LogiCalcs remains unchanged, although in

the FloBoss S600+ they typically run fi ve times faster.

FloBoss S600+ Configuration

1. Will configurations that currently run on

my FloBoss S600 machines also run on the new

FloBoss S600+?

Yes. The FloBoss Confi g600 confi guration tool has been

updated to enable the FloBoss S600+ to use existing

confi gurations, provided you built them with Confi g version

1v4 or later. To use confi gurations built with earlier versions

(1.1. 1.2 or 1.3), consult with Remote Automation Solutions

Technical Support.

To take full advantage of some of the new features the

FloBoss S600+ offers, you many need to edit existing

confi gurations.

2. What software tools exist for configuration

and access to the new FloBoss S600+? Is

this different than the current FloBoss S600

software suite?

The FloBoss Confi g600 tools function the same as before.

One benefi t of the FloBoss S600+ is the download time for

confi gurations is now approximately 10 times faster.

3. Our engineers have participated in the FloBoss

Config600 Pro training course, and all have

licenses. Will they need additional training to

work with the FloBoss S600+?

No. Your engineers can work on the FloBoss S600+ without

further training, but a new version of the FloBoss Confi g600

confi guration tool and the associated license will be

required.

4. Are LogiCalcs still available for use in the new

FloBoss S600+?

Yes. Your use of LogiCalcs remains unchanged, although in

the FloBoss S600+ theytypically run fi ve times faster.

FloBoss S600+ Hardware

The standard HART module supports 12

channels. My project requires a minimum of

16 point-to-point connections, including spare

capacity for the future. Can the FloBoss S600+

satisfy this requirement?

Yes. One FloBoss S600+ can now support one or two HART

modules, giving you 24 point-to-point connections or up to

50 transmitters in multi-drop mode.

There is a USB port on the FloBoss S600+. How

can I use it?

You can currently use the USB port on the rear of the CPU

module to download alarm, event, and history reports to a

USB fl ash drive.

Are there any hardware features on the

existing FloBoss S600 platform that will

not be available on the new FloBoss S600+

machines?

The download port on the rear side of the FloBoss S600

has been removed, but the download port on the front

panel remains. An expansion port on the back of the

FloBoss S600 (which supported remote I/O) has also been

removed.

What is the difference in available Inputs and

Outputs with the new FloBoss S600+?

The new FloBoss S600+ provides additional communication

ports:

Second Ethernet port now provided as standard

Increase in number of serial ports

RS 232 Download Port on front panel (existing)

2 off RS 232 (existing)

3 off RS 422/485 (existing)

4 off RS 485 (additional)

USB port added to rear (additional)

 Can I still use the optional Ethernet Module

(P190) with the new FloBoss S600+ to give

me two independent Ethernet ports?

No. The FloBoss S600+ CPU module now provides two

independent Ethernet ports, which are full duplex and

support 10 and 100MB/s. This effectively replaces the

Ethernet (P190) module, leaving an additional slot in the

case for more I/O.

Does this mean that I can have two Ethernet

ports as well as a standard I/O board, prover

board and a HART board in a single FloBoss

S600+?

Yes. Since the enhanced CPU module now provides

two Ethernet ports, you have greater fl exibility with the

remaining three slots in the FloBoss S600+ case. The I/O

(P144) module must always occupy the fi rst of the remaining

three slots, but you can place additional I/O, HART (P188) or

Prover (P154) modules.

FloBoss S600+ Hardware

1. Does the new FloBoss S600+ mount in the

panel the same way as the FloBoss S600?

Yes, the new FloBoss S600+ mounts in the panel exactly the

same way as the previous FloBoss S600.

2. How does the new FloBoss S600+ physically

differ from the previous FloBoss S600?

The case (chassis), I/O modules, prover modules, and HART®

modules are unchanged. The most signifi cant difference in

the FloBoss S600+ is the enhanced Central Processing Unit

(CPU) module, which continues to fi t in the FloBoss S600

case. The only difference in physical attributes pertains

to the name; there is now a ‘+’ symbol appended to the

FloBoss S600 name.

Does this mean that I can have two Ethernet

ports as well as a standard I/O board, prover

board and a HART board in a single FloBoss

S600+?

Yes. Since the enhanced CPU module now provides

two Ethernet ports, you have greater fl exibility with the

remaining three slots in the FloBoss S600+ case. The I/O

(P144) module must always occupy the fi rst of the remaining

three slots, but you can place additional I/O, HART (P188) or

Prover (P154) modules.

The reliability of the analog performance of the

FloBoss S600 allows longer intervals between

calibration checks.

The FloBoss S600 Flow Manager offers multiple

communication interfaces:

• One or two Ethernet 10baseT ports. An

optional second Ethernet port can be added if

required.

• HART communication is facilitated using a 12

channel HART board, supporting point-to-point

and multi-drop architectures (up to 50

transmitters).

• An embedded webserver allows remote

access to the flow computer. Security is

provided by way of user name and password

protection with a detailed event log for audit

purposes. Supports Windows® Internet

Explorer® version 5 or greater.

• Two configurable EIA-232 (RS-232) serial

ports for connection to a printer or RTU.

• Three EIA-422/485 (RS-422/RS-485) serial

ports (up to 38400 bps baud) for connection to

intelligent meters, Modbus SCADA data

networks, or a DCS Supervisory System.

• One dedicated configuration port for

connection to the Config600 configuration software.

Use the software interface (Config600 Lite,

Config600 Lite+, or Config600 Pro) to upload and

download configurations. You can also create or

edit configuration files using Config600 Lite+ and

Config600 Pro (refer to the Config600 specification

sheet, 4:C600). Finally, the keypad interface on

the S600/webserver enables you to review or

modify system parameters.

The FloBoss S600 Flow Manager provides the

following functions through the Config600 configuration tool:

• Stream and station totalization.

• Batch totalization and correction.

• 3-term PID control.

• Flow balancing.

• Flow scheduling.

• Automatic proving sequence.

• Supports Modbus/TCP or Modbus over Ethernet.

• K factor or Meter Factor linearization.

• Valve monitor/control.

• Sampler control.

• Station densitometer.

• Station gas chromatograph.

• Forward, reverse and error totals.

• Comprehensive maintenance mode.

• Coriolis meter interface.

• Ultrasonic meter interface.

The FloBoss S600 Flow Manager is designed for

use either as a stand alone Flow Computer or as a

system component. The base unit is supplied with

a single Input/Output (I/O) board and can be used

for both gas and liquid applications. The I/O

capability of the single I/O board is detailed on

Page 5. but is generally suitable for 2 of 3 streams

and a header. Additional I/O boards can be added

(maximum of 3) to enable a single FloBoss S600

to handle up to 10 streams and up to 2 headers,

with both Gas & Liquid in a single machine. Orifice,

ultrasonic, turbine, positive displacement, Coriolis,

Annubar, Venturi, and V-Cone flow meter types

are all supported.

The Floboss S600 uses distributed processing to

achieve maximum performance. The main CPU

incorporates a hardware floating point processor.

Each additional card also has local processing to

convert inputs and output from engineering units to

field values and vice-versa, as well as running

background tests and PID loops.

The FloBoss S600 Flow Manager is a panel-mount

flow computer designed specifically for

hydrocarbon liquid and gas measurement where

versatility and accuracy matter. The standard

features of the unit make it ideal for fiscal

measurement, custody transfer, batch loading, and

meter proving applications. The unit allows

configuration of multi-stream, multi-station

applications, enabling you to simultaneously meter

liquids and gasses.

All metering calculations are performed using 64

bit (double) precision floating point numbers for the

highest accuracy. Cumulative totals are stored in

three separate memory locations (Tri-reg format)

for maximum integrity. The user language

Logicalc™ also allows double precision

mathematical functions to be performed on the

database objects.