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LES431A
Modbus Hardened Serial Server
Connect Modbus networks (RS-232, RS-422,
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BL A CK BOX
or RS-485) to Ethernet networks, allowing
the Modbus network to become a node
on the network.
Access the Modbus network over a LAN/WAN using direct IP mode
connections.
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FCC and IC RFI Statements Federal Communications Commission and Industry Canada Radio Frequency Interference Statements This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause inter ference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15
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NOM Statement Instrucciones de Seguridad (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas Electrical Safety Statement) 1. Todas las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser leídas antes de que el aparato eléctrico sea operado. 2. Las instrucciones de seguridad y operación deberán ser guardadas para referencia futura. 3. Todas las advertencias en el aparato eléctrico y en sus instrucciones de operación deben ser respetadas. 4. T odas las instrucciones de operación y uso deben ser seguidas. 5. El aparato
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1. Specifications .........................................................................................................................................................................6 2. Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................................9 2.1 Introduction ...............................................................
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Chapter 1: Specifications 1. Specifications General Specifications ® Approvals FCC Part 15, Class A, CE, NEMA TS2, UL Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D ® ® Compatible Windows XP (32/64 bit), 2003 Server (32/64 bit), Windows Vista (32/64 bit), Operating Systems 2008 Server (32/64 bit), Windows 7 (32/64 bit) Configuration Via serial port using Modbus Hardened Serial Server Software, via network using Modbus Hardened Serial ® Options Server Software with an Ethernet connection or a stan
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Chapter 1: Specifications Network Specifications Character Count 0 to 65535 Connection Modes Server, Client Memory Serial: 8 KB per port; Network memory: 4 KB Firmware Upgrade Via serial, Ethernet, or auto Web search IP Port Addresses 5300: heartbeat and configuration setting in TCP mode; 8888: LES431A update Network LAN: 10-/100-Mbps auto-detecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Communications Network Physical Ethernet: IEEE 802.3 autodetecting and auto MDI/MDI-X 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Layer Standa
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Chapter 1: Specifications Dimensional Diagrams Figure 1-1. Dimensional diagram of a LES431A Modbus Hardened Serial Server. Page 8 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 2: Overview 2. Overview 2.1 Introduction The 1-Port Modbus Hardened Serial Server connects Modbus networks (RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485) to Ethernet networks, allowing the Modbus network to become a node on the network. The serial port can be accessed over a LAN/WAN using Direct IP Mode connections. Modbus Hardened Serial Servers use 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX copper network media. The servers are built for use in industrial environments and feature an IP30 approved slim-line DIN-rail-moun
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Chapter 2: Overview 2.4 Hardware Description 1-Port Modbus Hardened Serial Server (LES431A) Figures 2-1 and 2-2 show the front, back, and top panels of the LES431A. Table 2-2 describes its components. 4 7 5 6 1 2 3 Figure 2-1. LES431A front and back panels. 4 8 Figure 2-2. LES431A top panel. Page 10 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 2: Overview Table 2-2. LES431A components. Number in Figure 2-1 or 2-2 Component Description 1 (1) RJ-45 connector Connects a standard Ethernet network drop using a straight-through RJ-45 male Ethernet cable. 2 (1) 5-position terminal block connector Connects to an RS-422 or RS-485 serial device when the DB9 M (RS-232) connector is disabled. 3 (1) DB9 male connector Connects to an RS-232 serial device when the 5-position terminal block (RS-422/RS-485) is disabled. 4 (1) 2-wire terminal
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup 3. Installation and Initial Setup NOTE: In this section, devices to be connected to the Modbus Hardened Serial Server’s serial connections are simply referred to as the “Modbus network.” 3.1 Connecting the Power Supply Connect a DC power supply to the power terminals on the side of the Modbus Hardened Serial Server. Polarity of the wires is indicated on the label on the side of the Modbus Hardened Serial Server. Acceptable voltages are between 10 VDC
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup If you select RS-232 mode when you configure the Modbus Hardened Serial Server, you must connect the Modbus serial network to the Modbus Hardened Serial Server via a serial cable. The LES431A is a DTE. If the Modbus network is a DTE, use a null- modem (crossover) cable. If the Modbus network is a DCE, use a straight-through cable. DTE and DCE ports are complementary; the output signals on a DTE port are inputs to a DCE port, and output signals on a DCE
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup 3.4.1 Installing Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Software Step 1: Download the Modbus Configuration Manager Software from ftp://ftp.blackbox.com. Double-click on the executable file. The file name is Modbus Hardened Serial Server Manager Vx.x.x. a. The following screen will be displayed on your computer. Figure 3-3. Modbus Hardened Serial Server Manager Installation Welcome screen. b. Click “Next.” The License Agreement Screen will be displ
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup c. Click “Next.” The User Information Screen will be displayed on your computer. Enter your name and organization (optional) and select if the software will be accessible to your account or anyone who uses the computer. Figure 3-5. User information screen. d. Click “Next.” The Destination Folder Screen will be displayed on your computer. The default directory is: C:\Program Files\Black Box\Modbus Hardened Serial Server\ If desired, you can select anot
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup Figure 3-7. Ready to Install Application screen. f. Click “Next.” The software will begin installing. Figure 3-8. Software Installing screen. Page 16 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup g. After the installation is complete, an information screen will be displayed containing contact information and release notes. Click “Next.” Figure 3-9. Information screen. h. The Installation Complete screen will be displayed on your computer. Click “Finish” to finish the installation. Figure 3-10. Installation Complete screen. 3.4.2 Configuring the Modbus Hardened Serial Server via the Network Connection To configure via the network, you can use
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup To open Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Manager: 1. From the Desktop, click Start—>Programs—>Modbus Hardened Serial Server Manager. An alternate method is to double-click the shortcut installed on the desktop. Figure 3-11. Opening Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Manager. Figure 3-12. Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Manager Shortcut Icon. Page 18 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com 724-746-5500 | blackbox.com
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup 2. The Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Manager Device Discovery window appears. Figure 3-13. Modbus Hardened Serial Server Configuration Manager Discovery window. 3. I f you do not know the IP address, check the “Network” and “I don’t know the IP address of this device” selections and press the “Connect Button.” The software will discover any LES431A Gateways on the network. The configuration manager screen will be displayed on your compute
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Chapter 3: Installation and Initial Setup 5. The default password is no password. Click the “Login” button. The “General” Settings screen will be displayed on your computer. 6. See the Modbus Hardened Serial Server Manager Settings Screen Overview in Figure 3-15. Figure 3-15. Settings Screen Overview. A. This area shows Modbus Hardened Serial Servers available on the network. B. This area is used to skip directly to the specific configuration screen you need to access. An alternate method of
