ATS Communication Overview

485 Communication link

Viewpoint
ATS

IBM Compatible

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 Contents
1. Introduction
2. LonWork
3. Modbus Cards
4. Modbus Factory Configuration
5. Modbus Test Software
6. ModScan
7. EnerVista Viewpoint Software
8. Modbus Protocol
9. Repeater / Opto-isolator
10. Troubleshooting
11. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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 1. Introduction

• LonWork –
• Proprietary Protocol
• Closed Loop system
• Need binding in the factory

• Modbus –
485 Communication link
• Open Architecture
Viewpoint
ATS
• Configurable Address 1 ~ 247
• Support up to 32 devices.
• One master & Multiple slaves IBM Compatible

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 2. LonWork

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 2. LonWork

1. Need rebind if additional units

(either annunciators or
LonWork cards) are added

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 3. Modbus (for MX150/250)
If MX200/150/250 firmware version is 5.4 or below If MX150/250 firmware version is 6.0 or above
• use Modbus 1.96 • use Modbus 2.1
• See O&M manual, 50R-2200 • See O&M manual, 71R-2200
• Regs up to 48 • Regs up to 232
• Card Assy P/N: 50P-1105 • Card Assy P/N: 50P-2035
• Configuration Assy P/N: 50P-1124 • Configuration Assy P/N: 50P-1124

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 4. Modbus Factory Configuration
Connection differences between Modbus and MX150/250 Factory Configuration

For MX150/250 factory configuration:

1. Connect TD(A) of 50W-1208 to Pin 2 (socket J4) of MX150/250 Controller via PS5133.
2. Connect TD(B) of 50W-1208 to Pin 1 (socket J4) of MX150/250 Controller via PS5133.
For Modbus configuration/communication:
1. Connect TD(A) of 50W-1208 to the upper position via PS5140. RS232-to-485 Converter: 50W-1208
2. Connect TD(B) of 50W-1208 to the lower position via PS5140. Belden Shielded Twisted Pair cable:

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 4. Modbus Factory Configuration
Modbus Factory Configuration Software (50P-1111) Rev 1.8

Belden Twisted Pair cable

RS232-to-485 Converter: 50W-1208

Supporting accessory:

One Port USB-232 converter

(with GEZC’s part number: 50W-1223 or
NI part number: 778472-01) shall be used.

For information about the USB converter,

visit --
http://sine.ni.com/nips/cds/view/p/lang/en/nid/12844

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 4. Modbus Configuration Software (50P-1111)

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 4. Modbus Configuration Software (50P-1111)

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 5. Modbus Test Software (50P-1170)

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 5. Modbus Test Software (50P-1170)

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 5. Modbus Test Software (50P-1170)

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 6. ModScan Software
Step 1:
Open browser to “modscan” folder

Step 2:
Double click “ModScan32.exe”

Step 3:
Click “OK” without enter info.

Step 4:
Wait till OK appears. Then click OK again.

• Need to know register map

• ModScan trial version have limited com time

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 6. ModScan Software

• Need to know register map

• ModScan trial version have limited com time

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 7. EnerVista ViewPoint

GEZC P/N:
EnerVista O&M manual: http://www.geindustrial.com/products/manuals/enervista/EVVPmon510.pdf
Trial Version can be downloaded at: http://www.geindustrial.com/multilin/enervista/viewpoint/monitoring.htm

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 7. EnerVista ViewPoint

Step 1: Create a device name and intended COM settings (depends on the dominant equipment).
Step 2: From the field “Device Type”, select OTHERS.
Step 3: From the field “Order Code”, enter MX150 or MX250.
Step 4: From the field “Version”, select 5.4x or 6.0x.

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 8. Modbus Protocol
• Supported Modicon functions
• 01 -- Coils Read
• 03 -- Registers Read
• 05 -- Coil Write Single
• 06 -- Register Write Single
• 15 -- Coil Write Multiple
• 16 -- Register Write Multiple

• Query and Response

• Handshaking
• Exception response
• Fn -- 81, 83

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 9. Repeater / Opto-Isolator (50W-1225)

• Optically isolated
• Repeater
• Support 2-or-4 wires (half duplex and full duplex)
• Allows grounding both @ master and slave devices -- No ground loop issue
• Product description Link -- http://www.bb-elec.com/product_family.asp?FamilyId=1
• Datasheet link -- http://www.bb-elec.com/bb-elec/literature/485OP_2004ds.pdf

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 9. Repeater / Opto-Isolator (50W-1225)
Length of cable shall be
less than 1 foot to prevent
transients pick up from
adjacent power line MX150/250
Controller
RS485 twisted pair
(from PLC or PC)

(-) A
Data In (A) Data In (A) Modbus
(+) B Assy
Data In (B) Data In (B)
Data Out (A) Data Out (A)
Connect
Data Out (B) B&B Data Out (B) to MX
Cable Model: 485OP chassis
gnd Signal Gnd ground
shield Signal Gnd
RS485 to RS485
Optical Isolator/ PROT Gnd
PROT Gnd
Repeater

+12VDC

Ground

Circuit Gnd

J4

1 +12V (Output)
400mA max.
3

Wiring Diagram for 485OP Connection

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 10. Troubleshooting

Technique of Troubleshooting

• Make sure Network option is ON

• For MX150/250 -- can be set in user menu
• For MX200 – Must be set in factory mode

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 10. Troubleshooting
Technique of Troubleshooting

• Make sure cable is less than 3000ft

Otherwise add repeater.

• Perform local communication

1 master – to – 1 slave device

• Perform global communication

a. Configuration via 50P-1111
b. EnerVista:
b.1 – Setup
b.2 – Plug-n-play

• Have spare (good) devices

(I.e. Converter, Modbus card)

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 11. Q&A
• Terminating Resistor – For noise cancellation

• Noise issue due to EMI effect (I.e. Motor drive)

• Typically chassis ground one (master) end of shield but not both.
(use Belden shielded pair)

• Network length –
• up to 3000 feet
• More than 3000 feet will need a repeater

• Need to understand the register map

• Modbus’ connection is polarity specific

• LonWork’s connection is non-polarity specific

• Conversion of Half-to-full duplex or vice versa: Use 50W-1225

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