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Modbus Driver on the TC Series Platform
Functionality
Functionality
The Modbus Driver provides communication between the Siemens Automation
System and the vendor's Modbus system.
The Modbus Driver can be loaded into TC Modular or TC-36 hardware. The driver is a
microprocessor-based, multi-tasking platform designed for multi-system
communication and control. The Modbus Driver communicates with Siemens
software, other TALON field panels and controllers, and the vendor's Modbus system.
Through the BACnet workstation, the Modbus points can be monitored and
commanded. The Modbus points integrated into the TALON Automation System can
be accessed by system applications, such as Powers Process Control Language
(PPCL), scheduling, trending, and alarming.
The Modbus Driver will not affect, in any way, the operating sequence or safeties as
factory-programmed into the vendor's Modbus system.
NOTE:
BACnet Field Panel Web Server licenses LSM-FPWEB.T, LSM-FPWEBPL.T and
LSM-FPWEBPLHST.T are now retired. Launch Pad must be used instead and is
available for free download from the Partner Extranet Web site.
Keys to Success
Ensure that all Modbus equipment to be integrated supports the Modbus RTU or TCP
protocols. The Modbus ASCII protocol is not supported.
Benefits
Systems integration brings the powerful facility control capabilities of the TALON
Automation System together with vendor system. Integrating the Modbus points
allows both systems to operate as a single system providing marked advantages in
the following:
● Reduced operating and training costs.
● Increased employee productivity.
● Increased diagnostic capabilities to extend equipment life.
● Improved systems information and control.
● Maximized energy savings.
Products Supported
Since Modbus is an extremely popular and well-supported protocol, many devices and
control systems have Modbus available.