SubstationMultiplexor SM1-16 with ETHERNET OPTION Installation & Operation Manual Version 1.04 August 11, 2006 Doc # E113-7-07 V1.04 e Electro Industries/GaugeTech 1800 Shames Drive Westbury, New York 11590 Tel: 516-334-0870 Fax: 516-338-4741 E-mail:sales@Electroind.com www.electroind.
Substation Multiplexor SM1-16 with Ethernet Option User Manual Revision 1.04 Published by: Electro Industries/GaugeTech 1800 Shames Drive Westbury, NY 11590 All rights reserved.
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About Electro Industries/GaugeTech Electro Industries/GaugeTech was founded in 1973 by Dr. Samuel Kagan. Dr. Kagan’s first innovation, an affordable, easy-to-use AC power meter, revolutionized the power-monitoring field. In the 1980s Dr. Kagan and his team at EIG developed a digital multifunction monitor capable of measuring every aspect of power.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Ethernet Option Installation 1.1: Mounting Information 1.2: Communication Connections 1.3: RS232 Wiring Details 1.4: RS485 Wiring Details 1.5: Communication Overview 1.6: Connecting the Substation Multiplexor Directly to a Computer 1.7: Connecting to the Substation Multiplexor Using the Ethernet 1.8: Technical Specifications Chapter 2: Ethernet Option Configuration 2.1: Introduction 2.2: Ethernet Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.
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Chapter 1 Ethernet Option Installation 1.1: Mounting Information Q The Substation Multiplexor with Ethernet Option is designed to mount in a standard, 19-inch panel rack. Mounting for all Substation Multiplexors is the same, regardless of option selection. Use a #10 screw in each of the four slots on the flange to ensure that the unit is installed securely. Top Vie w e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.
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e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.04 1 2 NETWORK S-+ S-+ 4 5 6 9 11 12 13 14 The maximum baud rate for all Slave Ports is 57600. The baud rate for a Master Port is 57600. • • Slave Ports 3–16 9-pin female RS232 ports. Use a standard RS232 cable. RS232 SLAVE PORTS DTE 10 All Slave Ports are factory-set to operate at 9600 baud and the Master Ports are factory-set to operate at 57600 baud.
e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.04 1-5 Power Indicator Network Link LED RxD/TxD/RTS LEDs RxD/TxD LEDs illuminate when the unit is Receiving or Transmitting Data. Slave Port LEDs Shows which Slave Port the Multiplexor is programmed to use.
1.3: RS232 Wiring Details Q RS232 communication is capable for a distance up to 50 feet (15.2 m). The Master Port and Slave Ports 3–16 are 9-pin female RS232 ports. Use standard RS232 extension cables for all RS232 connections. Q The RS232 Master Port enables the Substation Multiplexor to communicate directly with a computer or over a network. The Master Port is DCE or Network selectable. Set the switch beneath the port to: • Network when using the Substation Multiplexor over a network..
1.4: RS485 Wiring Details Q RS485 communication allows multiple devices to communicate on a bus. The Substation Multiplexor’s Slave Ports 1 and 2 are 2-wire RS485 terminals, capable for a distance of up to 4000 feet (1219 meters). • Use a shielded, twisted pair cable, AWG 22 (0.33 square mm) or larger. • Establish point-to-point configurations for each device on a RS485 bus: Connect (+) terminals to (+) terminals; connect (-) terminals to (-) terminals.
Correct Connection RS485 Substation Multiplexor e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.
Incorrect Connection: “T” “Tee” Connection Incorrect! The three wires connected in a “T” shape on both the (+) and (-) terminals will cause interference problems. RS485 Port Incorrect Connection: “Star” “Star” Connection Incorrect! The three wires connected in a “Star” shape on both the (+) and (-) terminals will cause interference problems. RS485 Ports e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.
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1.6: Connecting the Substation Multiplexor Directly to a Computer 1. Use an RS232 cable to connect the Substation Multiplexor’s Master Port to an available RS232 port on the computer. 2. Set the 232(DCE)Network switch beneath the Master Port to 232(DCE). 3. The Master Port is factory-set to operate at 57600 baud. To configure and communicate with the Substation Multiplexor, run a standard terminal program on the computer, such as Windows HyperTerminal. See Chapter 3 for details. 1.
1.8: Technical Specifications Interface RS232 & RS485 Network Asynchronous 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit RJ-45 (10BASE-T) Connectors Slave Ports 1 & 2 Slave Ports 3–16 Master Port Ethernet Port Half-duplex RS485 DB-9F DTE type RS232 RS232/DCE type RJ-45 type Size 3.5” (8.8 cm)H x 19.0” (48.26 cm)W x 8.08” (20.52 cm)D Weight 12 lbs (5.4kg) LEDs Power, Network Link, Data Activity of Slave Ports (RxD, TxD, RTS) Data Rate 600–57.
Chapter 2 Ethernet Option Configuration 2.1: Introduction Q The Ethernet Option gives the user the capability of integrated network connectivity to multiple devices over Ethernet. This chapter will give the user an overview of how the Ethernet Option works. Detailed here are the main components of an Ethernet interface and how they are configured. 2.2: Ethernet Module Q The Ethernet connection is made with a small module which is embedded in the meter.
AutoIP assigns a random valid address to the Ethernet Interface in the range of 169.254.x.1 to 169.254.x.1 where x can be between 0 and 255. This range of IP addresses is not to be used over the Internet. If the Ethernet Interface has not been configured manually and cannot find a DHCP server, it automatically chooses an address from the reserved range. The Ethernet Interface then uses the Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) to send out a request asking if any node is using that address.
IP address defined other than its own. If the ARP table is empty, the command will return an error message. Type ARP -A at the DOS command prompt to verify that there is at least one entry in the ARP table. If the local machine is the only entry, ping another IP address on your network to build a new entry in the ARP table; the IP address must be a host other than the machine on which you are working.
configuration port number. telnet x.x.x.x 9999 NOTE: Be sure to include a space between the IP address and 9999. 2.8: Configuration Parameters The screen, below, shows the basic configuration parameters. Hardware: Ethernet Autodetect IP addr - 0.0.0.
Q Use ONLY Channel 1 when setting up configuration. Disregard Channel 2. Q Make sure the Baud Rate is 57600. Q If you happen to change something in the configuration by mistake, choose 7, Factory Defaults at the bottom of the screen, reconfigure Channel 1 to have 57600 Baud Rate. Q To change the IP Address, choose “0”, Server Configuration and type new IP Address (consult your Network Administrator for the proper IP Address).
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Chapter 3 Ethernet Option Operation 3.1: Overview Q Substation Multiplexor with the Ethernet Option provides a dependable solution for substation telecommunication applications. This unit multiplexes 16 serial ports to one master port, providing the ability to communicate and switch between multiple serial devices. This option of the Substation Multiplexor uses Ethernet Technology that allows integrated network connectivity through RJ-45 (10BASE-T) connection.
• Power On and Off Switch: With this switch, you can shut down without unplugging the unit. 3.2: Alternate Software Some communication software does not support the Ethernet connection. The software enables the PC to use one of its Com Ports virtually for the Ethernet connection. Lantronix offers a free version that enables the virtual com port. You may get the latest version from their web site. File: Lantronix_Port_Redirector_V.1.2.6(32-bit).exe Tested on: Windows® 98 system.
3.3: Using Windows® HyperTerminal with the Substation Multiplexor Q Windows® HyperTerminal is just one type of communications program you may use to configure the Substation Multiplexor. 1. Refer to Chapter 1 for installation and communication instructions. Be sure to set the Master Port Switch to 232. 2. From the Windows® Start Menu, select Programs, Accessories, Communications, HyperTerminal. 3. Double-click on the HYPERTRM.exe icon. The following screen appears: 4.
5. Make a selection from the “Connect Using” menu. Different screens will appear, depending on your selection. All of the screens will take you to the Multiplexor Properties and ASCII Setup screens: To make a direct connection to the Substation Multiplexor’s Master Port from the computer: Select Direct to Comx from the “Connect using” pull-down menu, where x is the computer’s com port or choose the Com Port redirected by Redirect Software. Click OK.
• Click on the Modify button; click on the Settings tab. The following screen appears. 7. In the “Emulation” field, select ANSI from the pull-down menu. 8. Click on the ASCII Setup button. In the “ASCII Sending” section, click both boxes. In the “ASCII Receiving” section click all boxes except the “Force incoming data to 7-bit ASCII”. The ASCII Setup screen should look like the following: 9. Click OK. You are now ready to dial the Substation Multiplexor. Proceed to Section 3.5.
3.4: Using EIG’s Nexus Communicator or Communicator EXT with the Substation Multiplexor Q Put the Substation Multiplexor into Command Mode first, so a data string can be recognized by the Substation Multiplexor. The data string tells the Substation Multiplexor what Slave Port to use and then instructs it to enter Throughput Mode so data transmission may begin. Be sure to set the Master Port switch to Network.
To access Low Level Access, click Tools, Low Level Access. The following screen will appear: Check the Add CR box at the top of the screen. In the box marked CRC Type, click None. Follow the instructions in Sections 3.5-3.13, to send commands. Below is a typical screen. NOTE: All boxes should be clear for the Escape String (Section 3.5). e Electro Industries/GaugeTech Doc # E113-7-07 V1.
3.5: Command Mode Q To enter Command Mode from Throughput Mode, send the following escape string: • [2-second pause]%%%[2-second pause] • After the last 2-second pause, type H[Enter]. Y Note: This is an actual 2-second pause on either side of the command. The “%” keystrokes must be made less than two seconds apart. Q BE SURE TO USE ALL CAPITAL LETTERS WHEN SENDING COMMANDS TO THE MULTIPLEXOR; THE UNIT ONLY RECOGNIZES CAPITAL LETTERS. Q To begin, type H[Enter].
3.6: Port Program Commands Q Use the Port Program commands to configure parameters of the Substation Multiplexor’s 16 Slave ports. Q To access a list of the Port Program commands, type HP[Enter].
Q PF: Choose Flow Control The Hardware flow control option is programmable for all RS232 ports (Slave ports 03–16). No Flow control is the default. Enable Flow Control if a device connected to the Substation Multiplexor requires it. Select the port first, using the PS command (see above). • • Q Q To select Hardware Flow Control type PFH[Enter]. To select No Flow Control type PFN[Enter]. PB: Choose Baud Rate Use this command to choose a baud rate for the current Slave Port.
3.7: Port Status Q Use this command to view a list of Slave Port settings. • Type HS[Enter]. The following screen appears. SUBSTATION MULTIPLEXOR PORT STATUS -----------------------------------------------------No.
3.8: Unit Status Q Use this command to view a list of all Substation Multiplexor settings. • Type HU[Enter]. The following screen appears. -----------------------------------------------------SUBSTATION MULTIPLEXOR BOOT VERSION : E050 SOFTWARE VERSION : E010 CURRENT CONNECTION : PORT 01 START-UP CONNECTION : PORT 02 START-UP MODE : COMMAND MODE SITE ID : NA RESET TIME : NO RESET ------------------------------------------------------ 3.
3.12: Go to Mode Selection Q In previous versions, Substation Multiplexor always started in Command Mode. Now, you can choose Command or Throughput Mode. The advantage of this new feature: When SM1-16 resets for any reason, it will be in your mode of choice. • • Type GMC[Enter]for Command Mode. Type GMT[Enter]for Throughput Mode. • To confirm this change, Type HU[Enter] (the Unit Status command; see Section 3.8). 3.
• If you have typed a wrong password, you will have to type PWCD[Enter] W123 again. • If you typed the correct password, OK will appear. NOTE: To change a password, you must disable the password first. Then, enter a new password. Q Throughput Mode Password Protection The passwords set here only protect the GT and PT commands, which are used when the unit needs to communicate with the slave ports. When this password is enabled, SM1-16 will start in the command mode after reset or power up.
