The ProLinx Modbus TCP/IP to GE Ethernet Global Data Gateway creates a powerful connection between Modbus TCP/IP and GE Ethernet Global Data networks.The module provides one Ethernet port
The Modbus TCP/IP protocol driver can interface many different protocols into Schneider Electric Quantum processors as well other solutions supporting the protocol. The MNET driver supports Client and Serverconnections.
The EGD modules offer one-to-one or one-to-many interconnect scenarios. Data is exchanged betweendevices and/or networks using a shared commondatabase. This common database provides the"backbone" communications for various field devices using different networks.
The MNET-EGD modules are the ideal solution for themany applications where Modbus TCP/IP connectivitycan be used to integrate GE Ethernet Global Datadevices into a system. The Modbus TCP/IP driver is apowerful module designed with both Client and Serversupport, enabling easy connection to other ModbusTCP/IP devices (Modicon processors and many others).In combination with the GE Ethernet Global Data devicesupport, the module provides a powerful interface to themany Modbus TCP/IP devices which are in use in theindustrial marketplace today. Applications for the moduleare found in most industries, especially Manufacturing,Oil and Gas, Electrical Power and Food Processing.
The MNET-EGD modules are the ideal solution for themany applications where Modbus TCP/IP connectivitycan be used to integrate GE Ethernet Global Datadevices into a system. The Modbus TCP/IP driver is apowerful module designed with both Client and Serversupport, enabling easy connection to other ModbusTCP/IP devices (Modicon processors and many others).In combination with the GE Ethernet Global Data devicesupport, the module provides a powerful interface to themany Modbus TCP/IP devices which are in use in theindustrial marketplace today. Applications for the moduleare found in most industries, especially Manufacturing,Oil and Gas, Electrical Power and Food Processing.
The ProLinx module contains an internal database that consists of areas for application data, status information, and configuration information.
The internal database is shared between all ports on the module and is used as a conduit to pass information from a device on one network to one or more devices on another network.
The data area is used to store and retrieve data by the protocol drivers and for data exchange between protocols. The database is used as a source for write commands to remote devices and holds data collected from the remote devices. Commands defined in the configuration file (stored in the configuration data area) control how the data is to be handled in the database.
This area is used to store error codes, counters, and port status information for each port.
This area contains module configuration information such as port configuration, network information, and command configuration. This configuration file is downloaded to, or uploaded from, this area.
Specification |
Description |
Power Supply |
24 VDC nominal |
Current Load |
500 mA max @ 32 VDC max |
Operating Temperature |
-4° F to 122° F (-20° C to 50° C) |
Storage Temperature |
-40° F to 185° F (-40° C to 85° C) |
Relative Humidity |
5% to 95% (with no condensation ) |
Dimensions |
Standard: |
LED Indicators |
Power and Module Status |
Configuration Serial Port |
DB-9M RS-232 only |
Ethernet Port (Ethernet modules only) |
10Base-T half duplex RJ45 Connector |
Application Ports |
Modbus Plus Connector |
Serial Port Isolation |
2500 V RMS port signal isolation per UL 1577 |
Shipped with Each Unit |
Mini-DIN to DB-9M serial cables |
ProSoft Configuration Builder (PCB) | ||
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The EGD modules offer one-to-one or one-to-many interconnect scenarios. Data is exchanged between devices and/or networks using a shared common database and an efficient but powerful wireless protocol. This common database provides the "backbone" communications for various field devices using different networks.
GE Fanuc Automation and GE Drive Systems developed an Ethernet Global Data, or EGD, exchange for PLC and computer data in 1998. GE Ethernet Global Data (EGD) offers versatility where a mix of control devices requires cooperation with each other. This involves sharing of information across the applications regardless of device or network type, often at high speed, and with high reliability. Bandwidth utilization is optimized by using efficient communication methods. High reliability means fewer communication failures and having the ability to detect failures upon occurrence. Particular emphasis is delivered for applications requiring periodic or frequent updates and time synchronization of devices. The protocol supports Unicast, Broadcast and Multicast group messaging. Efficiency is based on the fact each device on the network can produce these types of messages and each device determines which of these messages to consume.
The module supports the following functions specified in the EGD protocol:
Code |
Description |
3 |
Retrieve Configuration Request (example provided) |
4 |
Retrieve Configuration Response (example provided) |
7 |
Summary Request |
8 |
Summary Response |
9 |
Capabilities Request |
10 |
Capabilities Request |
15 |
Statistics Request |
16 |
Statistics Response |
18 |
Command NAK |
32 |
Read Request |
33 |
Read Response |
34 |
Write Request |
35 |
Write Response |
36 |
Masked Write Request |
37 |
Masked Write Response |
The Modbus TCP/IP protocol driver can interface many different protocols into Schneider Electric Quantum processors as well other solutions supporting the protocol. The MNET driver supports Client and Server connections, and when coupled with the Web option provides a web/ftp interface as well.
The Modbus TCP/IP driver interfaces with a common internal database in the module. This permits the sharing of data between the Modbus TCP/IP and other networks and devices.
Modbus TCP/IP Server |
|
General |
Server supports up to 5 independent connections each to Modbus TCP/IP clients on Service Port 502 using the standard MBAP protocol, and Service Port 2000. |
Configurable Parameters |
Module IP Address |
Modbus TCP/IP Client |
|
General |
Actively reads and writes data with Modbus TCP/IP compatible devices. One client connection (up to 100 servers/devices with 100 commands) |
Configurable parameters |
Number of active commands, Min Command Delay, Response Timeout, Retry Count, Command Error Pointer |
Command List |
Up to 100 fully configurable commands on the Client port |
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