Anybus Communicator - Lonworks

Integrate Modbus serial RS-232/422/485 based industrial equipment and devices into the LONWORKS control system without making any changes to the devices. Simply connect and configure!

Anybus Communicator is a proven and trusted protocol converter gateway that connects non-connected industrial equipment and devices on Modbus RTU networks to Lonworks.

Classic MODBUS registers for I/O data conversion

The gateway can convert Modbus register data into LonWorks variables (SNVT and/or UNVT). You can create a set of variables based on a LonMark feature profile, or you can create your own set of variables using user-defined network variables (UNVTs).

The hand manipulator is a slave on the Modbus RTU side a. This means that you connect it to a Modbus network connected to a Modbus RTU master. The configuration requires no programming and is done by the configuration tool that comes with the Windows environment.

The Communicator is a slim standalone gateway designed for IP20 and DIN rail mounting and requires 24 Volt power.The Communicator is conformance tested to current Lonworks specifications to ensure network compatibility.

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Description

I. Features and Benefits

  • Convert virtually any RS-232/422/485 request/response or production/consumer protocol - e.g. Modbus RTU, ASCII, DF1 - in minutes.
  • Pre-defined for Modbus RTU. Avoid the hassle of writing scripts and building serial Modbus frameworks with the 6-step Modbus RTU wizard.
  • No hardware or software changes required for connected automation equipment
  • PLC compatible with leading manufacturers such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, etc.
  • Protocol switching is done by a manual operator, no PLC function block is required.
  • Convenient save/load functionality means that completed configurations can be reused for many other installations.
  • Includes “Anybus Configuration Manager” with flexible serial frame building capabilities.”
  • Versions with dual-port switched Ethernet allow daisy-chaining and eliminate the need for external switches.
  • Free worldwide technical support and consultation

 

II. Serial Protocol Configuration Features

Advanced programming skills are not required to set up Anybus® Communicator, as configuration is accomplished using the included, easy-to-use Windows™-based ACM (Anybus Configuration Manager).

  • Optional RS-232/422/485 interface
  • Predefined 6-step Modbus-RTU configuration wizard
  • Optional pre-loading of DF1 commands. No scripting or serial frame construction required!
  • Ability to configure ASCII or vendor-specific protocols (request/response or production/consumption through a visual framework construction interface)
  • Multi-language support for English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Polish, Russian, Chinese and Japanese.
  • Convenient save/load feature allows completed configurations to be reused in many other installations
  • Password protection prevents unauthorized configuration uploads and downloads
  • Serial line sniffer and built-in calibration and calculation for diagnostics and troubleshooting.

 

Three,Lonworks functionality

  • Certified to Lonmark Application Layer Guide V3.2
  • Configuration of LonWorks network variables and gateways is accomplished through the included configuration tool (network commissioning requires three(tools that are part of the)
  • Lonworks FT-X1 Transceiver
  • Up to 256 inputs + 256 outputs LonWorks network variables/Modbus word registers
  • Configurable number and type of network variables, data link between Lonworks variables (SNVT) and Modbus registers
  • Lonworks baud rate 78 kbit/s
  • 1x D-sub 9-pin male RS-232 configuration port
  • 1x 5 Pin, 5.08 Phoenix Network Connector

 

Technical Specifications

Communicator RS-232/422/485

AgreementConfigurable RS-232/422/485-based production/consumption, query/response ASCII
Maximum number of stations31 (with RS485/422)
baud1,2-57,6 kbit/s
Physical StandardsRS232/422/485
Modbus commands0x01 Read Coil, 0x02 Read Discrete Input, 0x03 Read Holding Register, 0x04 Read Input Register, 0x05 Write Single Coil, 0x06 Write Single Register, 0x07 Read Abnormal Status, 0x08 Diagnostics, 0x0B Get Communication Event Control, 0x0C Get Communication Event Log Write Multiple Coils, 0x10 Write Multiple Registers, 0x11 Report Slave ID, 0x14 Read File Record, 0x15 Write File Record, 0x16 Mask Write Register, 0x17 Read/Write File Record, 0x16 Mask Write Register, 0x16 Mask Write Register, 0x17 Read/Write File Record 0x10 Write Multiple Registers, 0x11 Report Slave ID, 0x14 Read File Record, 0x15 Write File Record, 0x16 Mask Write Register, 0x17 Read/Write Multiple Registers, 0x18 Read FIFO Queue can create custom commands (in Anybus configuration) Manager)
 DF1 Service0x01 Integrity check, 0x02 Read diagnostics, 0x03 Read data, 0x04 Write data Customized services can be created (in Anybus Configuration Manager) Technical Details Standard

Technical Details

Dimensions (L x W x H) with Serial and Power Connectors120 x 75 x 27 mm
4,72 x 2,95 x 1,06”
weights150 grams, 0.33 pounds
Protection LevelIP20 Nema Grade 1
Shell Materiall PC ABS, UL 94
Mounting Positionwhichever
InstallationDIN rail (35 * 7,5/15)EN50022

 

Certificates

ULFile No.: E203225UL 508 Industrial Continued. Equation
Dangerous placesCategory 1, part 2, groups A, B, C and D, T4ISA 12.12.01
Chief Executive2004/108/ECEN 61000-6-4
EN 61000-6-2

Electrical Characteristics

Power supply24 VDC +/- 10 %
power wastage300 mA maximum, 100 mA typical

 

Environmental Characteristics

Reverse Voltage Protectionyea
Short Circuit Protectionyea
Current isolation on subgridsyeaEN 60950-1
MTTF>550 000 hoursTelcordia Issue 2, Method 1 Case 3 at 30 o C

 

Hardware Characteristics

Working Temperature0 to 55 degrees Celsius, 32 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit
Storage Temperature-40 to 85 degrees Celsius, -40 to 185 degrees Fahrenheit
Relative Humidity0-95% Non-condensing
Mounting HeightUp to 2 000 m

 

Industrial EnvironmentDisturbance and radiation resistance

Electrostatic discharge+/- 4 kVEN 61000-4-2
High Frequency Electromagnetic Field10 V/m 80 MHz - 1 GHz
3 V/m 1,4 GHz - 2,0 GHz
1 V/m 2,0 GHz - 2,7 GHz
EN 61000-4-3
Fast Transients +/- 1 kVEN 61000-4-4
Surge Protection+/- 1 kVEN 61000-4-5
RF interference10 Volt/RMSEN 61000-4-6
Radioactivity (10m distance)40 dB 30 MHz - 230 MHz
47 dB 30 MHz - 1 GHz
CISPR 16-2-3

 

V. Delivery contents

  • Configure Cable (RS232) Port
  • Installation Sheet
  • Dsub with screw terminals for subnets

 

Ordering Information

Order Code: AB7009

Contained components:
- Quick Start Documentation
- Configuration program LWTool
- D-sub connector, screw terminals for serial subnetwork
- Configuration software available for download
- (excluding power supply)

Optional attachment:
- USB-RS-232 Configuration Adapter (Order Code: 019570)