IMG-2400T - Industrial network gateway Planet - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Industrial Modbus Gateway
Model	IMG-2400T
Serial Ports	4 x DB9 (RS232/422/485) + 4-pin terminal block for RS485
Ethernet Ports	2 x 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 with auto MDI/MDI-X
Digital I/O	2 x Digital Input (DI), 2 x Digital Output (DO)
Baud Rate	50 bps to 921600 bps
Protocol Support	Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU (Master/Slave), Modbus ASCII (Master/Slave)
Management	Web, Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c, Windows VCOM Utility, Smart Discovery Utility
Power Input	12-48V DC redundant, reverse polarity protection; 6-pin terminal block
Power Consumption	5.1W (12V) to 6.5W (48V) full loading
Dimensions (W x D x H)	56 x 87 x 135 mm
Weight	625 g
Enclosure	IP40 metal case
Operating Temperature	-40 to 75 °C
Storage Temperature	-40 to 85 °C
Humidity	5% - 95% (non-condensing)
ESD Protection	6 kV DC Ethernet
Surge Protection	2 kV
Installation	DIN-rail or wall-mount
Reset Button	Reboot (<5 sec) or factory default (>5 sec)
Firmware Upgrade	Via HTTP web interface
Compliance	FCC Class A, CE Class A, RoHS
Included Accessories	Wall mount kit, DIN-rail bracket, dust caps, Quick Installation Guide

Frequently Asked Questions - IMG-2400T Planet

What is the default IP address of the IMG-2400T?

The default IP address is 192.168.0.100 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0 and gateway 192.168.0.254.

How do I reset the device to factory defaults?

Press and hold the reset button for more than 5 seconds. The device will reboot with default settings: username admin, password admin, IP 192.168.0.100.

What Modbus modes are supported?

The gateway supports RTU Master, RTU Slave, ASCII Master, and ASCII Slave modes on each serial port.

Can I power the device with AC voltage?

Yes, the IMG-2400T accepts 12-48V DC or 24V AC (for models without the 'T' suffix? Actually for this model it's 12-48V DC only as per specs). For models like IMG-2100T, 9-48V DC/24V AC is supported. For IMG-2400T, only DC is specified.

How many TCP connections does the gateway support in Master mode?

In Master mode, it supports up to 32 TCP slave connection requests. In Slave mode, it supports up to 32 TCP master connections.

What is the purpose of the digital I/O on the IMG-2400T?

The 2 digital inputs and 2 digital outputs (DI/DO) can be used to integrate sensors and alarms, and can send alerts via email or SNMP trap when triggered.

How do I configure the device via web interface?

Connect your PC to the same subnet (e.g., 192.168.0.x), open a browser, and enter http://192.168.0.100. Login with username admin and password admin. Then navigate through the menu to configure system, network, Modbus settings, etc.

What is the VCOM utility used for?

The MB VCOM Utility creates virtual COM ports on a Windows PC, allowing legacy serial applications to communicate with serial devices over the network through the Modbus gateway.

What is the operating temperature range?

The IMG-2400T operates in a wide temperature range of -40 to 75 °C, making it suitable for harsh industrial environments.

How can I update the firmware?

Go to Maintenance > Firmware Update in the web interface. Select the firmware file and click Upgrade. The device will reboot automatically after the update.

USER MANUAL IMG-2400T Planet

User's Manual

RS232/RS422/RS485

Industrial Modbus Gateway

IMG-2100T / IMG-2105AT

Trademarks

Copyright © PLANET Technology Corp. 2020.

Contents are subject to revision without prior notice.

PLANET is a registered trademark of PLANET Technology Corp. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Disclaimer

PLANET Technology does not warrant that the hardware will work properly in all environments and applications, and makes no warranty and representation, either implied or expressed, with respect to the quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose. PLANET has made every effort to ensure that this User's Manual is accurate; PLANET disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or omissions that may have occurred.

Information in this User's Manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of PLANET. PLANET assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this User's Manual. PLANET makes no commitment to update or keep current the information in this User's Manual, and reserves the right to make improvements to this User's Manual and/or to the products described in this User's Manual, at any time without notice.

If you find information in this manual that is incorrect, misleading, or incomplete, we would appreciate your comments and suggestions.

FCC Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Energy Saving Note of the Device

This power required device does not support Standby mode operation. For energy saving, please remove the power cable to disconnect the device from the power circuit. In view of saving the energy and reducing the unnecessary power consumption, it is strongly suggested to remove the power connection for the device if this device is not intended to be active.

WEEE Warning

To avoid the potential effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, end users of electrical and electronic equipment should understand the meaning of the crossed-out wheeled bin symbol. Do not dispose of WEEE as unsorted municipal waste and have to collect such WEEE separately.

Revision

PLANET IMG-2x00T Series User's Manual

Model: IMG-2100T / IMG-2102T / IMG-2102TS / IMG-2105AT / IMG-2200T / IMG-2400T

Revision: 1.0 (October, 2020)

Part No: EM-IMG-2x00T_v1.0

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION .... 5

1.1 Packet Contents ....5
1.2 Product Description....6
1.3 How to Use This Manual 9
1.4 Product Features....10
1.5 Product Specifications....11

2. INSTALLATION .... 15

2.1 Hardware Description....15
2.1.1 Physical Dimensions .... 15
2.1.2 Front Panels 20
2.1.3 Front Panels 21
2.1.4 LED Indications 22
2.1.5 Wiring the Power Inputs ....23
2.1.6 Serial Port Pin Define ....25
2.1.7 4-pin Terminal Block PIN Assignment ....25
2.2 Installing the Modbus Gateway ....26
2.2.1 Installation Steps 26
2.2.2 DIN-rail Mounting....27
2.2.3 Wall Mount Plate Mounting....29

3. MODBUS GATEWAY MANAGEMENT....30

3.1 Requirements 30
3.2 Web Management .... 31
3.2.1 Logging in to the Modbus Gateway....31
3.3 Remote Management....33
3.4 PLANET Smart Discovery Utility 34
3.5 Getting Started with MB VCOM Utility....36
3.5.1 Installation of MB VCOM Utility ....36
3.5.2 Searching Modbus Gateway .... 36

4. WEB CONFIGURATION....38

4.1 Main Web Page 40
4.2 System....41

4.2.1 System....41
4.2.2 Port 43
4.2.3 Device....44
4.2.4 Time....44
4.2.5 Console....45
4.2.6 Email....45

4.3 Accessible IP 47
4.4 Network 48
4.5 Modbus Gateway 49

4.5.1 Serial setup....49
4.5.2 Operation mode....51
4.5.2.1 Disable mode....51
4.5.2.2 RTU Slave mode....52
4.5.2.3 RTU Master mode....52
4.5.2.4 ASCII Slave mode....53
4.5.2.5 ASCII Master mode....54
4.5.3 MB COM 54
4.5.4 Modbus Config 54
4.5.4.1 Router 54
4.5.4.2Mapping....56
4.5.4.3 Parameters....58
4.5.5 Priority Control....59
4.5.5.1 Master 59
4.5.5.2TCP 59
4.5.5.3 Request....59

4.6 SNMP Setup....61
4.7 Maintenance....62

4.7.1 Change Password 62
4.7.2 Load Default 62
4.7.3 Firmware Update 63

4.8 Save and Restart....64

5. SOFTWARE MB VCOM UTILITY 65

5.1 Installing the VCOM Utility....65
5.2 Search Devices 68
5.3 COM Port Mapping....69

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing PLANET IMG-2100T/IMG-2105AT/IMG-2102T / IMG-2102TS / IMG-2200T and IMG-2400T Modbus Gateway. "Modbus Gateway" is used as an alternative name in this User's Manual.

IMG-2100T	IP30 Industrial 1-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (1 x 10/100TX, -40~75 degrees C)
IMG-2105AT	IP30 Industrial 1-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (1 x 100FX, -40~75 degrees C)
IMG-2102T	IP30 Industrial 1-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (1 x 100FX SC, MM/2km, -40~75 degrees C)
IMG-2102TS	IP30 Industrial 1-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (1 x 100FX SC, SM/30km, -40~75 degrees C)
IMG-2200T	IP30 Industrial 2-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (2 x 10/100TX, -40~75 degrees C, 2KV isolation)
IMG-2400T	IP40 Industrial 4-Port RS232/RS422/RS485 Modbus Gateway (2 x 10/100TX, -40~75 degrees C, 2KV isolation, 2 x DI + 2 x DO)

"Modbus Gateway" mentioned in this Guide refers to the IMG-2100T/IMG-2105AT/IMG-2102T / IMG-2102TS / IMG-2200T and IMG-2400T.

1.1 Packet Contents

Open the box of the Modbus Gateway and carefully unpack it. The box should contain the following items:

The Industrial Modbus Gateway x 1	Quick Installation Guide x 1	Wall Mounting Kit x 1
Dust Cap (RJ45 / SFP)	DIN-rail Bracket w/Screws x 1

If any of these are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately; if possible, retain the carton including the original packing material, and use them again to repack the product in case there is a need to return it to us for repair.

1.2 Product Description

Standard Industrial Modbus TCP/RTU/ASCII Network Integration

PLANET has added the Industrial Modbus TCP/IP Protocol to its easily-integrated industrial management level products that come with SCADA/HMI system and other data acquisition systems on factory floors. Moreover, the industrial IT SNMP network is upgraded to the Industrial automation Modbus TCP/IP network. PLANET industrial management level products with the Modbus TCP/IP Protocol offer flexible network connectivity solutions for the industrial automation environment.

To complete the industrial automation environment application solution, PLANET has announced a first industrial level 1-port RS232/422/485 Modbus Gateway, IMG-2x00T, a bridge that converts between Modbus TCP/IP Protocol and Modbus

RTU/ASCII Protocol. It features a wide operating temperature range from -40 to 75 degrees C and a compact but rugged IP30 metal housing.

A Conversion Bridge for Flexible Network Deployment

The IMG-2x00T Series can be a conversion bridge between the equipment with the Modbus RTU/ASCII Protocol and the administrator workstations that run the Modbus TCP/IP Protocol. The RS232/422/485 serial interface of the IMG-2x00T Series provides the Modbus RTU/ASCII operation mode and various baud rate options to meet the demand of integration between the Modbus TCP/IP Protocol, Modbus RTU Master/Slave Protocol and Modbus ASCII Master/Slave Protocol.

The advantage of having the IMG-2X00T is to assist users to build an industrial environment between the Modbus TCP/IP Protocol and the Modbus RTU/ASCII Protocol easily, thus offering an application solution to the industrial control equipment without Ethernet ports and the industrial control equipment can only control through an industrial PC workstation or industrial control panel.

In addition, the effective integration solution of Modbus Ethernet devices, Modbus serial equipment or multi Modbus master / slave in an industrial hybrid network brings the following:

■ Master mode supports up to 32 TCP slave connection requests
■ Slave mode supports up to 32 TCP master connections

Remote Management

The IMG-2x00T makes the connected industrial Modbus RTU/ASCII equipment become IP-based facilities and is able to connect to the Modbus TCP/IP network via its RS232/422/485 serial interface and 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 or 100BASE-FX Ethernet port. It provides a remote web management and telnet Interface for efficient remote network management. The IMG-2x00T also provides PLANET Modbus Gateway utility tool and supports PLANET Smart Discovery utility to help network administrator to easily get the current IP subnet address information or change the IP subnet address setting of the IMG-2x00T.

Modbus Serial Port State Monitoring

The IMG-2x00T shows the details of the total bytes transmitted and received on the RS232/422/485 serial interface, and the detailed total number of frames transmitted and received on the remote web/telnet management interface. This function allows network administrator to check the status and statistics of the IMG-2x00T via the single RS232/422/485 serial interface.

Stable Performance in Hardened Environment Design

The IMG-2x00T provides a high level of immunity against electromagnetic interference and heavy electrical surges which are usually found on plant floors or in curb-side traffic control cabinets. Its operating temperature ranging from -40 to 75 degrees C allows the IMG-2x00T to be placed in almost any difficult environment.

The IMG-2x00T is equipped with a compact IP30-rated metal case that allows wall mounting for efficient use of cabinet space. The IMG-2x00T also provides an integrated power supply source with wide-ranging voltages (9 to 48V DC / 24V AC) ideally suitable for worldwide operation with high availability applications.

Dual Power Input for High Availability Network System

The IMG-2x00T series features a strong dual power input system with wide-ranging voltages (9V\~48V DC / 24V AC) incorporated into customer's automation network to enhance system reliability and uptime. In the example below, when Power Supply 1 fails to work, the hardware failover function will be activated automatically to keep powering the IMG-2x00T series via Power Supply 2 without any break of operation.

Non-stop Ethernet Service with Dual Power Input & Auto Failover

1.3 How to Use This Manual

This User's Manual is structured as follows:

Section 2, INSTALLATION

It explains the functions of the IMG-2x00T Series and how to physically install the IMG-2x00T Series.

Section 3, MODBUS GATEWAY MANAGEMENT

The chapter explains how to manage the IMG-2x00T Series in different ways.

Section 4, WEB CONFIGURATION

It describes how to configure by web interface.

Section 5, SOFTWARE VCOM UTILITY

It describes how to use software MB VCOM in the Virtual COM mode.

1.4 Product Features

Serial Interface

One/Two/Four DB9 interface that supports RS232
One terminal block interface that supports 2-wire RS485 and 4-wire RS422/RS485 operation
■ Asynchronous serial data rates up to 921600bps

Ethernet Interface

One/Two 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 with auto MDI/MDI-X function or 100BASE-FX fiber interface (IMG-2100T/2200T/2400T)
■ Choice of fiber connectors: SC/LC fiber connector or multi-mode/single mode fiber connector (IMG-2105AT/2102T/2102TS)

▶ Management Function

Built-in IP-based Web interface and telnet interface for remote management
■ Software Protocol supports Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Modbus ASCII, IP, ARP, DHCP and DNS
■ Supports RTU Master, RTU Slave, ASCII Master, and ASCII Slave four serial operation modes via management interface
■ Master mode supports 32 TCP slave connection requests
■ Slave mode supports 32 TCP master connections
■ PLANET Modbus Gateway utility for finding client device on the network.
■ PLANET Smart Discovery utility automatically finds the client devices on the network
■ Firmware upgrade/configuration backup and restore via HTTP protocol

▶ Industrial Case and Installation

■ IP30 /IP40(only 2400T) metal case
■ DIN-rail and wall-mount designs
■ Redundant power design
- 9 to 48V DC / 24V AC, redundant power with reverse polarity protection
- 12 to 48V DC, redundant power with reverse polarity protection (IMG-2200T / IMG-2400T)

■ Supports 6000 VDC Ethernet ESD protection

■ Free fall, shock-proof and vibration-proof for industries

■ Supports extensive LED indicators for network diagnosis

-40 to 75 degrees C operating temperature

■ Reset button for reset to factory default

Digital Input and Digital Output (IMG-2400T)

■ 2 Digital Input (DI)
■ 2 Digital Output (DO)
■ Integrate sensors into auto alarm system
■ Transfer alarm to IP network via email and SNMP trap

1.5 Product Specifications

Product	IMG-2100T	IMG-2105AT	IMG-2102TIMG-2102TS	IMG-2200T	IMG-2400T
Serial Port	1 x DB9 male			2 x DB9 male	4 x DB9 male
Serial Standards	RS232/RS422/4-wire RS485/2-wire RS485
Baud Rate (Data Rate)	50bps to 921Kbps
Data Bits	5, 6, 7, 8
Stop Bit	1, 1.5, 2
Parity Type	Odd, Even, None, Space, Mark
Flow Control	RTS/CTS and DTR/DSR (RS232 only)XON/XOFF
	RS232: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND
Signals	RS422: Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND4-wire RS485: Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND2-wire RS485: Data A (+), Data B (-), GNDSerial Port
Pin Assignment	4-pin Terminal Block
Operation Mode	RTU Master/RTU Slave/ASCII Master/ASCII SlaveMaster mode: Supports up to 32 TCP slave connection requestsSlave mode: Supports up to 32 TCP master connection requests
Ethernet Ports	1 x RJ45	1 x SFP	1 x SC	2 x RJ45	2 x RJ45
Standard	10/100BASE-TX	100BASE-FX		10/100BASE-TX	10/100BASE-TX
Connector	RJ45	LC	Duplex SC	RJ45	RJ45
		Single mode or	IMG-2102T: Multi
Fiber Mode	-	multi modes	modes	- -
		(may vary on	IMG-2102TS:
		SFP module) Single mode
Distance 100m		2km to 120km, vary on SFP modules	IMG-2102T: 2km IMG-2102TS: 30km	100m 100m
Cable	Twisted-pair	■ 50 or 62.5/125μmmulti-mode fiber cable■ 9/125μmsingle-mode cable	■ 50/125μm or 62.5/125μmmulti-mode fiber cable■ 9/125μmsingle-mode cable	Twisted-pair	Twisted-pair
Switch Architecture	-- Store-and-Forward-
Address Table	-	-		1K
ESD Protection 6KV
Surge Protection	2KV
Hardware
Installation	DIN-rail kit and wall-mount ear
Enclosure	IP 30 metal				IP40 metal
Dimensions (W x D x H)	32 x 97 x 135 mm				56 x 87 x 135mm
Weight	392g	390g	387g	392g	625 g
LED Indicators	System: LinkTP/SFP Port: Link/ ActiveSerial Port: Active
Power Requirements	9~48V DC / 24V AC, redundant power with reverse polarity protection			12~48V DC, redundant power with polarity reverse protection function
Power Consumption	Full Loading9VDC: 0.35A(3.15 watts)12VDC: 0.28A(3.36 watts)24VDC: 0.12A(3 watts)48VDC: 0.08A(3.84 watts)	Full Loading9VDC: 0.44A(3.96 watts)12VDC: 0.33A(4 watts)24VDC: 0.17A(4.08 watts)48VDC: 0.1A(4.8 watts)	■ IMG-2102: Full Loading12VDC: 0.42A(5 watts)24VDC: 0.22A(5.3 watts)48VDC: 0.3A(6 watts)■ IMG-2102TS: Full Loading12VDC: 0.43A(5.1 watts)24VDC: 0.23A(5.5 watts)48VDC: 0.3A(6 watts)	Full Loading12VDC: 0.326A(3.8 watts)24VDC: 0.176A(4.2 watts)48VDC: 0.114A(5.4 watts)	Full Loading12VDC: 0.419A(5.1 watts)24VDC: 0.227A(5.4 watts)48VDC: 0.136A(6.5 watts)
Connector	Removable 6-pin terminal block for power inputPin 1/2 for Power 1, Pin 3/4 for fault alarm, Pin 5/6 for Power 2
DI and DO	N/A				2 digital inputs:
					Level 0:-24V~2.1V(±0.1V)Level 1:2.1V~24V(±0.1V)Input Load to 24V DC, 10mA max.2 digital outputs:Open collector to 24V DC, 100mA max.
Alarm	Provides one relay output for power failureAlarm relay current carry ability: 1A @ DC 24V
Reset Button	< 5 sec: System reboot> 5 sec: Factory default
Management
Management Interfaces	Web managementTelnet Console managementWindows-based VCOM Utility managementSNMPv1, v2c / SNMP TrapUNI-NMS monitoringPLANET Smart Discovery Utility
IP Version	IPv4
Operation Mode	RTU MasterRTU SlaveASCII MasterASCII Slave
Virtual COM Utility Platform Supports	Windows-based Only:Windows XPWindows Server 2003Windows 7Windows Server 2008Windows 8 (Must install the latest version of WinPcap)Windows Server 2012 (Must install the latest version of WinPcap)Windows 10
Alert	System log / SNMP Trap	Built-in buzzer and RTC
Time NTP
Security	Allows maximum 4 accessible IP address hosts/ranges
SNMP	RFC1213 MIB-IIRFC1317 RS232-like MIB

Standards Conformances
Regulatory Compliance	FCC Part 15 Class A,CE Certification Class A
Standards	IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T,IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX/100BASE-FXRFC 768 UDPRFC 793 TFTPRRFC 791 IPRFC 792 ICMPRFC 854 TelnetRFC 958 NTPRFC 1908 SNMPv2cRFC 2068 HTTPRFC 2131 DHCP ClientEIA/TIA RS232/422/485
Regulatory Approval	RoHS
Environment
Operating Temperature	-40 ~ 75 degrees C
Storage Temperature	-40 ~ 85 degrees C
Humidity	5 ~ 95% (non-condensing)

2. INSTALLATION

This section describes the hardware features and installation of the Modbus Gateway' components on the desktop or rack. For easier management and control of the Modbus Gateway, familiarize yourself with its display indicators, and ports. Front panel illustrations in this chapter display the LED indicators. Before connecting any network device to the Modbus Gateway, please read this chapter completely.

2.1 Hardware Description

2.1.1 Physical Dimensions

■ IMG-2100T: 32 x 87 x 135 mm (W x D x H)

■ IMG-2105AT: 32 x 87 x 135 mm (W x D x H)

■ IMG-2102T and IMG-2102TS: 32 x 87 x 135 mm (W x D x H)

IMG-2200T: 32 x 87 x 135 mm (W x D x H)

DIN-Rail Kit

Unit: mm

■ IMG-2400T: 56 x 87 x 135 mm (W x D x H)

Unit: mm

2.1.2 Front Panels

The front panels of the Modbus Gateways are shown in Figure 2-1-1.

Figure 2-1-1: Front Panels of Modbus Gateways

■ Fast TP/SFP/SC interface

10/100BASE-TX copper, RJ45 twisted-pair: Up to 100 meters.

100BASE-FX SFP interface, Up to 2km\~120km, may vary on SFP modules.

100BASE-FX SC interface, Up to 2km or 30km. (IMG-2102T: 2km / IMG-2102TS: 30km)

Serial Interface

Supports RS-232, RS-422, RS-485 2-wire and RS485 4-wire.

2.1.3 Front Panels

The Reset Buttons of the Modbus Gateways are shown in Figure 2-1-2.

IMG-2100T	IMG-2102T / IMG-2102TS		IMG-2105AT
IMG-2200T		IMG-2400T

Figure 2-1-2: Reset Button of Modbus Gateways

■ Reset button

On the bottom panel, the reset button is designed for rebooting the system and stopping the buzzer. The following is the summary table of the reset button functions:

Reset Button	Reset Button Pressed and Released	Function
System Reset	< 5 sec: System reboot	Reboot the Industrial Serial Server
	> 5 sec: Factory default	Reset the Industrial Serial Server to Factory Default configuration. The Industrial Serial Server will then reboot and load the default settings as shown below:Default Username: adminDefault Password: adminDefault IP address: 192.168.0.100Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0Default Gateway: 192.168.0.254
Buzzer Reset	>1 sec	Stop the buzzer

2.1.4 LED Indications

The front panel LEDs indicate the instant status of power and system status, port links and data activity; they help monitor and troubleshoot when needed.

■ System

LED	Color	Function
PWR 1 Green		Lights	Power 1 is activated.
PWR 2 Green		Lights	Power 2 is activated.
Fault	Red	Lights	Indicates either Power 1 or Power 2 has no power.
SYS Green		Blinks	System is booting.
		Lights	System is ready.
I/O	Red	Blinks	Digital I/O event is triggered.

■ 10/100BASE-TX/100BASE-FX Port

LED	Color	Function
LNK/ACT	Green	Lights	Indicates that the port is linked up.
		Blinks	Indicates that the switch is actively sending or receiving data over that port.

■ Serial Ports (P1\~P4)

LED	Color	Function
TX Green		Blinks	Serial port is transmitting data.
RX	Amber	Blinks	Serial port is receiving data.

2.1.5 Wiring the Power Inputs

The upper panel of the Modbus Gateways indicates a DC inlet power socket and consists of one terminal block connector within 6 contacts. Please follow the steps below to insert the power wire.

1. Insert positive/negative DC power wires into Contacts 1 and 2 for Power 1, or Contacts 5 and 6 for Power 2. Figure 2-1-3 to 2-1-5 show PWR1 and PWR2 of the Modbus Gateways

■ IMG-2100T/IMG-2105AT/IMG-2102T/IMG-2102TS: 9\~48V DC or 24V AC

Figure 2-1-3 IMG-2100T/IMG-2105AT/IMG-2102T/IMG-2102TS Upper Panel

IMG-2200T: 12\~48V DC

Figure 2-1-4 IMG-2200T Upper Panel

IMG-2400T: 12\~48V DC

Figure 2-1-5 IMG-2400T Upper Panel

1. Tighten the wire-clamp screws for preventing the wires from loosening.

1 2 3 4 5 6
V1+ V1- V2+ V2-
Power 1 Fault Power 2

Figure 2-1-6 PWR1 & PWR2 pina of terminal block.

The wire gauge for the terminal block should be in the range from 12 to 24 AWG.

1. DI/DO Connector of IMG-2400T:

Input Lv. 0: -30\~2.1VDC

Input Lv. 1: 2.1\~30VDC

Digital Input Wiring

Digital Output Wiring

2.1.6 Serial Port Pin Define

Male DB9	Pin	RS232	RS422RS485-4W	RS485-2W
	1	DCD	TxD+	--
	2	RxD	TxD-	--
	3	TxD	RxD-	Data-
	4	DTR	RxD+	Data+
	5	GND	GND	GND
	6	DSR	--	--
	7	RTS	--	--
	8	CTS	--	--
	9	--	--	--

2.1.7 4-pin Terminal Block PIN Assignment

Terminal Block		Pin	RS-422RS-485-4W	RS-485-2W
	□ 1	1	TxD+(A)	--
	□ 2	2	TxD-(B)	--
	□ 3	3	RxD-(B)	Data-(B)
	□ 4	4	RxD+(A)	Data+(A)

2.2 Installing the Modbus Gateway

This section describes how to install your Modbus Gateway and make connections to the Modbus Gateway. Please read the following section and perform the procedure in the order being presented. To install your Modbus Gateway on a desktop or rack, simply complete the following steps.

2.2.1 Installation Steps

1. Unpack the Modbus Gateway
2. Check if the DIN-rail bracket is screwed on the Modbus Gateway or not. If the DIN-rail bracket is not screwed on the Modbus Gateway, please refer to DIN-rail Mounting section for DIN-rail installation. If users want to wall-mount the Modbus Gateway, please refer to the Wall Mount Plate Mounting section for wall-mount plate installation.
3. To hang the Modbus Gateway on the DIN-rail track or wall.
4. Power on the Modbus Gateway. Please refer to the Wiring the Power Inputs section for knowing the information about how to wire the power. The power LED on the Industrial Serial Server will light up. Please refer to the LED Indicators section for indication of LED lights.
5. Prepare Network cables for Ethernet connection.

■ Use standard network (UTP) cables with RJ45
■ Use Multi-mode or Single-mode fiber patch cord with SC connector (IMG-2102T/IMG-2102TS only)
■ Use Multi-mode or Single-mode fiber patch cord with LC connector and 100BASE-FX SFP transceiver (IMG-2105AT only).

1. Insert one side of RJ45 cable (category 5) or Fiber cable into the Modbus Gateway Ethernet port (RJ45/Fiber port) while the other side to the network device's Ethernet port (RJ45/SFP port), e.g., Switch PC or Server. The "LNK/ACT" LED on the Modbus Gateway will light up when the cable is connected with the network device. Please refer to the LED Indicators section for LED light indication.

Make sure that the connected network devices support MDI/MDI-X. If it does not support, use the crossover Category 5 cable.

1. When all connections are set and all LED lights show normal, the installation is completed.

2.2.2 DIN-rail Mounting

This section describes how to install the Modbus Gateway. There are two methods to install the Modbus Gateway -- DIN-rail mounting and wall-mount plate mounting. Please read the following section and perform the procedure in the order being presented.

Follow all the DIN-rail installation steps as shown in the example.

Step 1: Screw the DIN-rail bracket on the Modbus Gateway.

Step 2: Lightly slide the DIN-rail bracket into the track.

Step 3: Check whether the DIN-rail bracket is tightly on the track.

Please refer to the following procedure to remove the Modbus Gateway from the track.

Step 4: Lightly remove the unit from the track.

2.2.3 Wall Mount Plate Mounting

To install the Modbus Gateway on the wall, please follow the instructions below.

Follow all the DIN-rail installation steps as shown in the example.

Step 1: Remove the DIN-rail bracket from the Modbus Gateway. Use the screwdriver to loosen the screws to remove the DIN-rail.bracket.

Step 2: Place the wall-mount plate on the rear panel of the Modbus Gateway.

Step 3: Use the screwdriver to screw the wall-mount plate on the Modbus Gateway.

Step 4: Use the hook holes at the corners of the wall mount plate to hang the Modbus Gateway on the wall.

Step 5: To remove the wall-mount plate, reverse the steps above.

3. MODBUS GATEWAY MANAGEMENT

This chapter covers the following topics as to how to manage the Modbus Gateway:

• Requirements
  ■ Web Management
  ■ Remote Management
  ■ PLANET Smart Discovery Utility
  ■ MB VCOM Utility

3.1 Requirements

■ Workstations running Windows 2000/XP, 2003, Vista/7/8/10, 2008, Mac OS 9 or later, or Linux, UNIX, or other platforms compatible with TCP/IP protocols.
■ Workstation is installed with Ethernet NIC (Network Interface Card)

■ Network cables

• Use standard network (UTP) cables with RJ45
- Use Multi-mode or Single-mode fiber patch cord with SC connector (IMG-2102T/IMG-2102TS only)
- Use Multi-mode or Single-mode fiber patch cord with LC connector and 100BASE-FX SFP transceiver (IMG-2105AT only).

■ The above workstation is installed with Web Browser and JAVA runtime environment plug-in

It is recommended to use Internet Explorer 7.0 or above to access Modbus Gateway.

3.2 Web Management

The Modbus Gateway offers management features that allow users to manage the Modbus Gateway from anywhere on the network through a standard browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer. After you set up your IP address for the switch, you can access the Modbus Gateway's Web interface applications directly in your Web browser by entering the IP address of the Modbus Gateway.

For example, the default IP address of the Modbus Gateway is 192.168.0.100, then the manager PC should be set to 192.168.0.x (where x is a number between 1 and 254, except 100), and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.

Figure 3-2-1: Web Management

You can then use your Web browser to list and manage the Modbus Gateway configuration parameters from one central location, just as if you were directly connected to the Modbus Gateway's console port. Web Management requires either Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.0 or later, Safari or Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or later.

3.2.1 Logging in to the Modbus Gateway

1. Use Internet Explorer 8.0 or above for Web browser and enter IP address http://192.168.0.100 (the factory default IP address) to access the Web interface.
2. When the following dialog box appears, please enter the default user name "admin" and password "admin" (or the password you have changed before) as shown in Figure 3-2-2.

Default IP Address: 192.168.0.100

Default User Name: admin

Default Password: admin

Figure 3-2-2: Login Screen

1. After entering the password, the main screen appears as shown in Figure 3-2-3.

System Status

Device Information
Model:	IMG-2102T	Firmware Version:	v1.143b200827
Server name:	Modbus Gateway
Current Time:	2000-01-01 05:35	System Up Time:	0 days 5h:35m:34s
IPv4 Configuration
IP Configuration:	Static
IP Address:	192.168.0.100	Subnet Mask:	255.255.255.0
Gateway:	192.168.0.254	Primary DNS:
Second DNS:		MAC Address:	66:09:07:03:14:89

IPv4 Configuration
Figure 3-2-3: Web Main Screen of Modbus Gateway

1. The Main Menu in the middle of the Web page lets you access all the functions and statuses. It appears as shown in Figure 3-2-4.

Figure 3-2-4: Main menu

Now, you can use the Web management interface to continue the Modbus Gateway management. Please refer to the user manual for more.

1. For security reason, please change and memorize the new password after this first setup.
2. Only accept command in lowercase letter under web interface.

3.3 Remote Management

The Modbus Gateway also supports Telnet for remote management. You can use Telnet to open a terminal session over one of the Ethernet ports. The Modbus Gateway asks for user name and password for remote login when using Telnet; please use the following default IP address, username and password for the first-time login.

Default IP Address: 192.168.0.100

Default Username: admin

Default Password: admin

You will be presented with a text menu displaying the Modbus Gateway's general settings, which you will be able to view and modify. It appears as shown in Figure 3-3-1.

Figure 3-3-1: Remote management

3.4 PLANET Smart Discovery Utility

For easily listing the Modbus Gateway in your Ethernet environment, the Planet Smart Discovery Utility is an ideal solution. The following installation instructions are to guide you to running the Planet Smart Discovery Utility.

1. Download the Planet Smart Discovery Utility from the administrator PC.
2. Run this utility as the following screen appears.

Figure 3-4-1: Planet Smart Discovery Utility Screen

If there are two LAN cards or above in the same administrator PC, choose a different LAN card by using the "Select Adapter" tool.

1. Press the "Refresh" button for the currently connected devices in the discovery list as shown in Figure 3-4-2.:

Figure 3-4-2: Planet Smart Discovery Utility Screen

1. This utility shows all the necessary information from the devices, such as MAC address, device name, firmware version, and device IP subnet address. It can also assign new password, IP subnet address and description to the devices.

2. After setup is completed, press the "Update Device", "Update Multi" or "Update All" button to take effect. The functions of the 3 buttons above are shown below:

■ Update Device: Use current setting on one single device.
■ Update Multi: Use current setting on multi-devices.
■ Update All: Use current setting on whole devices in the list.

The same functions mentioned above also can be found in "Option" tools bar.

1. To click the "Control Packet Force Broadcast" function, it allows you to assign a new setting value to the Web Smart Switch under a different IP subnet address.
2. Press the "Connect to Device" button and the Web login screen appears as shown in Figure 3-4-2.
3. Press the "Exit" button to shut down the Planet Smart Discovery Utility.

3.5 Getting Started with MB VCOM Utility

With MB VCOM Utility, you can easily search one or multiple IMG device servers over the network from a remote location.

3.5.1 Installation of MB VCOM Utility

The IMG series VCOM Utility can be downloaded from PLANET Web site. Please locate and run the setup program "mbgsetup.exe" and follow the on-screen instructions.

download link: https://www.planet.com.tw/en/support/downloads?&method=keyword&keyword=MG&view=6#list

After installing, rebooting your workstation/PC is required.

If you have difficulty in downloading or executing MB VCOM Utility turn off the firewall and anti-virus software first.

3.5.2 Searching Modbus Gateway

First click "Add Device" and then click "Search" if Serial Server has access to network, as shown below.

Then waiting for searching the Modbus device, the result will as shown below.

At last, select the Modbus devices then click "OK" to add the device, as shown below.

This section introduces the configuration and functions of the Web-based management from Modbus Gateway.

About Web-based Management

The Modbus Gateway offers management features that allow users to manage the Modbus Gateway from anywhere on the network through a standard browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer.

The Web-based Management supports Internet Explorer 7.0. It is based on Java Applets with an aim to reduce network bandwidth consumption, enhance access speed and present an easy viewing screen.

By default, IE7.0 or later version does not allow Java Appbts to open sockets. The user has to explicitly modify the browser setting to enable Java Applets to use network ports.

The Modbus Gateway can be configured through an Ethernet connection, making sure the manager PC must be set to the same IP subnet address with the Modbus Gateway.

For example, the default IP address of the Modbus Gateway is 192.168.0.100, then the manager PC should be set to 192.168.0.x (where x is a number between 1 and 254, except 100), and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.

If you have changed the default IP address of the Modbus Gateway to 192.168.1.1 with subnet mask 255.255.255.0 via console, then the manager PC should be set to 192.168.1.x (where x is a number between 2 and 254) to do the relative configuration on manager PC.

Figure 4-1-1: Web Management

■ Logging on to the Modbus Gateway

1. Use Internet Explorer 7.0 or above Web browser. Enter the factory default IP address to access the Web interface. The factory default IP address is shown as follows:

Default IP Address: 192.168.0.100

Default Username: admin

Default Password: admin

1. When the following login screen appears, please enter the default username "admin" with password "admin" (or the username/password you have changed via console) to log in the main screen of Modbus Gateway. The login screen in Figure 4-1-2 appears.

Figure 4-1-2: Login Screen

1. After a successful login, the main screen appears as shown in Figure 4-1-3 below.

System Status

Device Information
Model:	IMG-2102T	Firmware Version:	v1.143b200827
Server name:	Modbus Gateway
Current Time:	2000-01-01 05:35	System Up Time:	0 days 5h:35m:34s
IPv4 Configuration
IP Configuration:	Static
IP Address:	192.168.0.100	Subnet Mask:	255.255.255.0
Gateway:	192.168.0.254	Primary DNS:
Second DNS:		MAC Address:	66:09:07:03:14:89

Figure 4-1-3: Web Main Page

Now, you can use the Web management interface to continue the switch management or manage the Modbus Gateway by Web interface.

4.1 Main Web Page

The Modbus Gateway provides a Web-based browser interface for configuring and managing it. This interface allows you to access the Modbus Gateway using the Web browser of your choice. The main web page is shown in Figure 4-1-4

System Status

Device Information
Model:	IMG-2102T	Firmware Version:	v1.143b200827
Server name:	Modbus Gateway
Current Time:	2000-01-01 05:35	System Up Time:	0 days 5h:35m:34s
IPv4 Configuration
IP Configuration:	Static
IP Address:	192.168.0.100	Subnet Mask:	255.255.255.0
Gateway:	192.168.0.254	Primary DNS:
Second DNS:		MAC Address:	66:09:07:03:14:89

Figure 4-1-4: Web Main Page

Main Menu

Via the Web Management, the administrator can set up the Modbus Gateway by selecting the functions that are listed in the Main Function. The screen in Figure 4-1-5 appears.

Figure 4-1-5: Modbus Gateway Main Functions Menu

Object Description
Basic	The essential device information of Modbus Gateway.
Accessible IP	To configure IP addresses lists to prevent unauthorized access.
Network	To configure IP address information of Modbus Gateway.
Modbus Gateway	To configure serial port value and port mode of Modbus Gateway.
SNMP	To configure SNMP information of Modbus Gateway.
Maintenance	The management of Modbus Gateway.
Save and Restart	Save the configuration and reboot device.
	Refresh the page
	Log out the Modbus Gateway.

4.2 System

Use the System menu items to display and configure basic administrative details of the Modbus Gateway. Under the System, the following topics are provided to configure and view the system information. This section has the following items:

■ System The Modbus Gateway system information is provided here.
■ Port This page displays status of each port.
■ Device Configure device name and syslog server on this page.
■ Time Configure NTP server or manually adjust time on this page.
■ Console Configure management methods on this page.
■ Email Set up the SMTP mail parameters for further operation of events.

4.2.1 System

The System page provides basic information for the current device. System page helps an administrator to identify software version, system uptime and IP address information. The screen in Figure 4-2-1 appears.

System Status

Device Information
Model:	IMG-2102T	Firmware Version:	v1.143b200827
Server name:	Modbus Gateway
Current Time:	2000-01-01 05:35	System Up Time:	0 days 5h:35m:34s
IPv4 Configuration
IP Configuration:	Static
IP Address:	192.168.0.100	Subnet Mask:	255.255.255.0
Gateway:	192.168.0.254	Primary DNS:
Second DNS:		MAC Address:	66:09:07:03:14:89

Figure 4-2-1: System Status Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Device Information

Object Description
• Model	Specifies the device model name.
• Firmware Version	The firmware version of Modbus Gateway.
• Server Name	The system name configured in Basic/Device Name.
• Current Time	The current (GMT) system time and date.
• System Up Time	The period of time the device has been operational.

IPv4 Configuration

Object Description
• IP Configuration	The status of IPv4 configuration.
• IP Address	The current IPv4 address of the device.
• Subnet Mask	The current IPv4 subnet mask of the device.
• Gateway	The current IPv4 gateway of the device.
• Primary DNS	The current first DNS server of the device.
• Second DNS	The current second DNS server of the device.
• MAC Address	Specifies the device MAC address.

4.2.2 Port

This Port page displays the status of each port, including operation mode and serial settings. The screen in Figure 4-2-2 appears.

Port Status

No.	Operation Mode	Baud Rate	Stop Bits	Data Bits	Parity	Interface	Flow Control
1	RTU Slave	921600	1	8	None	RS-232	None

Figure 4-2-2: Port Status Page Screenshot

The following column shows the Port statuses:

Object Description
• No.	The serial number (No.) indicates port number. It can be directly linked to the corresponding page settings.
• Operation Mode	The current operation mode of Modbus Gateway.
• Baud Rate	The rate of data transmission to and from the attached modbus serial device.
• Stop Bits	The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial communication. It indicates the end of transmission. The default is 1.
• Data Bits	Indicates the number of the bits in a transmitted data package. The default is 8.
• Parity	Checks for the parity type. The default value is none.
• Interface	The device server supports three interfaces. The default value is RS-232.■ RS-232■ RS-422■ RS-485 2-Wire■ RS-485 4-Wire
• Flow Control	The method is used to suspend and resume data transmission to ensure that data is not lost. The default value is none.

4.2.3 Device

This page provides configuration of device name and syslog server. The screen in Figure 4-2-3 appears.

Device Setup

Server Name:	Modbus Gateway
Syslog Server:	192.168.0.50

Figure 4-2-3: Device Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
• Server Name	To configure the name of server. The default value is Server.
• Syslog Server	To configure IP address of syslog server.

When applying any configuration changes of Modbus Gateway, it's required to save changed configuration and reboot system. Therefore the new configuration will be applied after rebooting.

4.2.4 Time

This page provides configuration of NTP server and Time modification. The screen in Figure 4-2-4 appears.

Time Setup

Figure 4-2-4: Time Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
• NTP Time Server	To configure NTP server for time synchronization. The default is time.stdtime.gov.tw.
• Time Zone	Lists various Time Zones worldwide. Select appropriate Time Zone from the drop-down menu and click Save to set.
• Current Time	To manually set the Year / Mouth / Day/ Hour / Minute / Second or get time from PC in this page.

4.2.5 Console

This page is to configure management methods for web and remote console. The screen in Figure 4-2-5 appears.

Console Setup

Figure 4-2-5: Console Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
Web Console	To enable or disable access to the web console. The default is Enable.
Remote Console	To enable or disable access to the remote console. The default is Enable.
Current Time	To check whether the reset button is working or not. The default is No.

4.2.6 Email

The page shows SMTP configuration. The screen in Figure 4-2-6 appears. You may set up SMTP mail parameters for further operation. If users want to send the alarm message out that contains "Log-Fail Warring", it will need to configure parameters here.

Email Setup

Figure 4-2-6: SMTP Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
Enable Mail Alert	To Enable SMTP function. The default value is “Disable”.
SMTP Server	Set port number of SMTP service. The default number is “25”.
SMTP Server Port	Type the SMTP server name or the IP address of the SMTP server address.
SMTP Login Information	Username: Enter your login name for the SMTP Server.Password: Enter your password for the SMTP Server.
From	Enter the sender's e-mail address. This address is used for replying e-mails.
To	Enter the receiver's e-mail address.

Alert Events:

Object Description
Cold Start Alert	To Enable the Cold Start Alert. The default value is “Disable”.Message: Enter the message of the e-mail. The default subject is “Cold Start Alert”.
Warm Start Alert	To Enable the Warm Start Alert. The default value is “Disable”.Message: Enter the message of the e-mail. The default subject is “Warm Start Alert”.
WEB Login Failure Alert	To Enable the WEB Login Failure Alert. The default value is “Disable”.Message: Enter the message of the e-mail. The default subject is “WEB Login Failure Alert”.

4.3 Accessible IP

This page provides the specified IP address to connect with Modbus Gateway. When the list of accessible IP is enabled, only IP address in the list can connect to device. When the function is disabled, there is no such restriction. The list allows user to configure up to four IP groups. The accessible IP setup screen in Figure 4-3-1 appears.

Accessible IP Setup

Figure 4-3-1: Accessible IP Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
Active	Configure the accessible IP list. Possible modes are:Disabled: Disable accessible IP lists.Enabled: Enable accessible IP lists.
Activate NO	Enable or disable activated IP groups.
Start IP Address	Enter the IP address for starting.
End IP Address N	Enter the IP address for ending

Example

Allowed hosts	Start: IP Address setting	End: IP Address N
• Any host	disable disable
• 192.168.0.120	192.168.0.120
• 192.168.0.1 to 192.168.0.254	192.168.0.1	192.168.0.254

4.4 Network

This page allows the user to configure IPv4 or IPv6 address. The IP configuration screen in Figure 4-4-1 appears.

IP Configuration

IPv4 Configuration
IP Configuration:	Static ▼
IP Address:	192.168.0.100
Subnet Mask:	255.255.255.0
Gateway:	192.168.0.254
Primary DNS:
Second DNS:

Figure 4-4-1: IP Configuration Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

IPv4

Object Description
• IP Configuration	Configure static or DHCP to get IPv4 address. The default value is static.■ static: Set a fixed IPv4 address that was manually configured for a device■ DHCP: Set IPv4 address automatically assigned from a DHCP server.
• IP Address	The current IPv4 Address of the device. The IP Address could be manually assigned. The default value is 192.168.0.100.
• Subnet Mask	The current IP subnet mask of the device. The default value is 255.255.255.0.
• Gateway	The default gateway for the IP interface. The default value is 192.168.0.254.
• Primary DNS	Configure the first DNS server.
• Second DNS	Configure the second DNS server.

4.5 Modbus Gateway

The following figure shows port settings. Note that these settings need to match the parameters on serial port of the Modbus device. Each parameter is described in details in the following section. The port configuration screen in Figure 4-5-1 appears.

Port 1 Setup

Figure 4-5-1: Port Setup Page Screenshot

4.5.1 Serial setup

The serial setup screen is shown in Figure 4-5-2.

Figure 4-5-2: Serial Setup Page Screenshot

Object Description
Operation Mode	Used to set Modbus/serial on serial port. The Default is RTU Slave.■ Disable■ RTU Slave,■ RTU Master,■ ASCII Slave■ ASCII Master
Baud Rate	The rate of data transmission to and from the attached serial device. It allows 50 bps to 921600 bps. The default is 921600 bps.
Stop Bits	The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial communication. It indicates the end of transmission. The default is 1.
Data Bits	Indicates the number of the bits in a transmitted data package. The allowed value is 5,6,7,8 and default value is 8.
Parity	This parameter controls the error checking mode. It support five modes and default value is none.■ Even■ Odd■ None■ Space■ Mark
• Interface	The device server supports three interfaces. The default value is RS-232.■ RS-232■ RS-422■ RS-485 2-Wire■ RS-485 4-Wire
• Flow Control	The method is used to suspend and resume data transmission to ensure that data is not lost. It supports four methods and default value isnone.■ None■ RTS/CTS■ Xon/Xoff■ DTR/DSR
• RTS ON delay	This parameter controls RTS turn on before data transmission.
• RTS OFF delay	This parameter controls RTS turn off after the transmission completes.
• Response Timeout	This parameter is used to configure how long the gateway will wait for a response from a Modbus ASCII or RTU slave.

4.5.2 Operation mode

The Modbus Gateway makes connected Serial equipment become IP-based. That also makes them able to connect to a TCP/IP networking immediately. The Modbus Gateway allows traditional Computer/Client COM ports access to a serial equipment anywhere on the Ethernet LAN network.

This operation mode can be set up as Disable, RTU Slave/Master and ASCII Slave/Master. The operation mode screen in Figure 4-5-3 appears.

Figure 4-5-3: Operation Mode Screenshot

4.5.2.1 Disable mode

When selecting disabled operation mode, the device port can be disabled. The disable mode screen in Figure 4-5-4 appears.

Figure 4-5-4: Disable Mode Screenshot

Buttons

: Click to apply port config changes.

When applying any configuration changes of Modbus Gateway, it's required to save changed configuration and reboot system. Therefore the new configuration will be applied after rebooting.

4.5.2.2 RTU Slave mode

This function allows the users to use Modbus TCP master device and Modbus RTU device to achieve communication. The operation mode of the Industrial Modbus Gateway is set to RTU Slave. The remote pair master/slave topology in Figure 4-5-5 appears.

RTU Slave mode

Figure 4-5-5: RTU Slave Topology

The remote pair master mode screenshot in Figure 4-5-6 appears.

Figure 4-5-6: RTU Slave Mode Screenshot

4.5.2.3 RTU Master mode

This function allows the users to use Modbus RTU master device and Modbus TCP device to achieve communication. The operation mode of the Industrial Modbus Gateway is set to RTU Master. The serial telnet mode topology in Figure 4-5-7 appears.

RTU Master mode

Figure 4-5-7: RTU Master Mode Topology

The serial Telnet mode screenshot in Figure 4-5-8 appears.

Figure 4-5-8: RTU Master Mode Screenshot

4.5.2.4 ASCII Slave mode

This function allows the users to use Modbus TCP master device and Modbus ASCII device to achieve communication. The operation mode of the gateway is set to ASCII Slave. The TCP server mode topology in Figure 4-5-9 appears.

ASCII Slave mode

Figure 4-5-9: ASCII Slave Mode Topology

The TCP server mode screenshot in Figure 4-5-10 appears.

Figure 4-5-10: ASCII Slave Mode Screenshot

4.5.2.5 ASCII Master mode

This function allows the users to use Modbus ASCII master device and Modbus TCP device to achieve communication. The operation mode of the Industrial Modbus Gateway is set to ASCII Master. The TCP client mode topology in Figure 4-5-11 appears.

ASCII Master mode

Figure 4-5-11: ASCII Master Mode Topology

The TCP client mode screenshot in Figure 4-5-12 appears.

Figure 4-5-12: ASCII Master Mode Screenshot

4.5.3 MB COM

This page is to create virtual COM port for Modbus gateway. The default is disable.

MB COM Setup

4.5.4 Modbus Config

4.5.4.1 Router

The Modbus Gateway support four Modbus masters in each serial port which can communicate with the Modbus slave devices. It can be connected to a serial port by IP address or TCP port. The screen in Figure 4-5-14 appears.

Router Setup

	Index	Local Interface	Local IP / TCP port	Destination
	1
	2
	3
	4
Apply
Local Interface:		IP Address✓
Local IP Address:
Destination:		Select✓
Add	Edit	Delete

Figure 4-5-14: Router Status Page Screenshot

For example, IP address 192.168.0.60 is set and assigned to serial port 1. As shown below, it will forward directly to serial port 1 when you get a Modbus request that is sent to 192.168.0.60. The Router Setup screen in Figure 4-5-15 appears.

Router Setup

	Index	Local Interface	Local IP / TCP port	Destination
Og	1	IP Address	192.168.0.60	Port 1
Og	2
Og	3
Og	4

Figure 4-5-15: Router Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
Operation Mode	Used to set Modbus/serial on serial port. The Default is RTU Slave.■ Disable■ RTU Slave,■ RTU Master,■ ASCII Slave■ ASCII Master
Baud Rate	The rate of data transmission to and from the attached serial device. It allows 50 bps to 921600 bps. The default is 921600 bps.
Stop Bits	The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial communication. It indicates the end of transmission. The default is 1.
Data Bits	Indicates the number of the bits in a transmitted data package. The allowed value is 5,6,7,8 and default value is 8.

4.5.4.2 Mapping

The ID Mapping Setup is a routing mechanism for gateway. It can follow routing rule on this table to transfer Modbus request to the specific serial port or TCP server that connects the Modbus slave device. The screen in Figure 4-5-16 appears.

ID Mapping Setup

Figure 4-5-16: Mapping Status Page Screenshot

In block 1, it's a setting value for slave ID 1\~3 that will forward to serial port 1. When you get a Modbus requests with slave ID 1\~3, it will follow this rule to be routed to the targeted Modbus slave device. In block 2, you can select the one to add, edit or delete the rule on the table. The block 1 and block 2 screen in Figure 4-5-17 appears.

ID Mapping Setup

Auto Device Routing			Disable▼		Page 1~20▼
	Index	Router	Type	Slave ID Mapping (Virtual<=>Real)	Destination
○	1	Manual	Serial	1-3<=>1-3	Port 1
○	2
○	3
○	4

Figure 4-5-17: The Block 1 / Block 2 Screenshot

Basic setting

A Modbus device with slave ID 1 can be set to be connected to serial port 1 as shown in Figure 4-5-18

ID Mapping Setup

Auto Device Routing			Enable✓		Page 1~20✓
	Index	Router	Type	Slave ID Mapping (Virtual<=>Real)	Destination
○	1	Manual	Serial	1-1<=1-1	Serial 1
○	?

Figure 4-5-18: Basic setting of Mapping Screenshot

Auto Device Routing

It's a mechanism that will help you find where It is and get routed correctly on serial port. So users don't need to set the rule manually. If the Auto Device Routing is enabled, it will clear Slave ID Mapping value of the rule with serial port automatically.

ID Mapping Setup

Auto Device Routing			Enable	✓	Page 1 ~ 20
	Index	Router	Type	Slave ID Mapping (Virtual<=>Real)	Destination
	1	Manual	Serial	0-0<=>0-0	Serial 1
	2

When you get a request with slave ID didn't exist on rule table. It will detect all serial port to find the target device and add on the rule table directly.

ID Mapping Setup

Auto Device Routing Enable Page 1 ~ 20
	Index	Router	Type	Slave ID Mapping (Virtual<=>Real)	Destination
	1	Manual	Serial	0-0<=>0-0	Serial 1
	2	Auto	Serial	1-1<==>1-1	Serial 2

If there are two target devices with the same ID in two serial ports, it will show conflict. Check environment please.

ID Mapping Setup

Auto Device Routing		Enable✓		Page 1~20✓
	Index	Router	Type	Slave ID Mapping (Virtual<=>Real) Destination
○	1	Manual	Serial	0-0<=>0-0 Serial 1
○	2	Auto	Serial	2-2<=>2-2 Serial 1
○	3	Auto	Serial	2-2<=>2-2 Serial 2, Conflict
○	4

4.5.4.3 Parameters

This function allows setting the value for serial port COM configuration. Press the "Apply" button to set the value and the screen in Figure 4-5-19 appears

Parameters Setup

Figure 4-5-19: Parameters Setup Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
Initial Delay	You can make the IP218 wait for some Modbus slave devices may take more time to boot up. It will force the IP218 to wait the initial delay setting before booting completes.
Listen Port	This parameter (default:502) means the TCP port t communicates with the connected device.
TCP Exception	If this setting is enabled, IP218 will return an exception in response when there is no response from the slave. If it's disabled, it will do nothing when there is no response.
TCP Timeout	This parameter (default:1000) is used to configure how long IP218 will wait for a response from a Modbus TCP slave. If there is no response from the slave, the master will ignore and continue next step. This makes the Modbus system work improperly even if a Modbus slave device is faulty.

4.5.5 Priority Control

It's a mechanism that Modbus Messaging Priority Control can make a certain requests for more immediate response times. It will be arranged to the front of queue to be sent when Modbus gateway detects a priority request

4.5.5.1 Master

The priority rule can be assigned by master (serial port or IP address). As above, it means the request from serial port 1 or 192.168.0.123 will be considered a priority request. The screen in Figure 4-5-20 appears

Master Control

Specified Maters: Enable ▼
	Index	Type	Definition
○	1	Serial Port	Serial 1
○	2	IP Address	192.168.0.123
Apply
Type: TCP Address ▼
IP Address:
Add Edit Delete

Figure 4-5-20: Master Setup Page Screenshot

4.5.5.2 TCP

It is the same as priority master shown above, it means the request from port 1024 will be high priority. The screen in Figure 4-5-21 appears.

TCP Control

Figure 4-5-21: TCP Setup Page Screenshot

4.5.5.3 Request

The command type can also be made a priority request. Like the above, as requested by slave ID 3, function code 3 and data 00 00 00 03 will be high priority. The screen in Figure 4-5-22 appears.

Request Control

Figure 4-5-22: Request Setup Page Screenshot

4.6 SNMP Setup

Use the Port Menu to display or configure the Modbus Gateway's ports. This section includes the page that displays current port configurations. Ports can also be configured here. The Port Configuration screen in Figure 4-6-1 appears.

SNMP Setup

Figure 4-6-1: SNMP Setup page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
• SNMP Active	Indicates the SNMP mode operation. Possible modes are:■ Disable: Disable SNMP mode operation.■ Enable: Enable SNMP mode operation.
• Community	Indicates the security name to map the community to the SNMP Groups configuration.
• Contact	The textual identification of the contact person for this managed node, together with information on how to contact this person.
• Location	The physical location of this node (e.g., telephone closet, 3rd floor).
• Trap Server	Indicates the SNMP trap destination address. It allows a valid IP address or domain name.

Events

Object Description
Cold Start Trap	This event is triggered when the power is interrupted and restarted.
Warm Start Trap	This event occurs when the device is reset but does not turn off the power.
Authentication Failure Trap	This event occurs when an incorrect or unauthorized password are entered.

4.7 Maintenance

Use the Port Menu to display or configure the Modbus Gateway's ports. This section includes the page that displays current port configurations. Ports can also be configured here.

4.7.1 Change Password

After logging in to the Modbus Gateway, user can make changes from the "Change Password" page. The Change Password screen in Figure 4-7-1 appears.

Change Password

Figure 4-7-1: Change Password Page Screenshot

The page includes the following fields:

Object Description
• New Password	A new password. It allows strings like A-Z, a-z, _,0-9
• Confirm Password	Please enter the user's new password here again to confirm.

4.7.2 Load Default

A user can reset the configuration of the Modbus Gateway on this page. The new configuration will applied after restarting system. The Load Default screen in Figure 4-7-2 appears.

Reset to Default

Figure 4-7-2: Reset to Default Page Screenshot

Buttons

: Click to reset to default.

Users can also export or import configuration settings of the Modbus Gateway on this page. The old configuration will be applied after import the config. The Export or Import Setting screen in Figure 4-7-3 appears.

Figure 4-7-3: Export or Import Setting Page Screenshot

4.7.3 Firmware Update

This page facilitates an update of the firmware controlling the switch. The Firmware Update screen in Figure 4-7-4 appears.

Firmware Update

Select A Local File Choose File No file chosen

Upgrade

Figure 4-7-4: Firmware Update Page Screenshot

To open Firmware Update screen, perform the following:

1. Click Maintenance -> Firmware Update.
2. The Firmware Update screen is displayed as in Figure 4-7-4.
3. Click the “Choose File” button of the Main page; the file selection menu pops up for you to choose firmware.
4. Select on the firmware and then click "Upgrade"; the Software Upload Progress would show the file with upload status.
5. Once the software is loaded to the system successfully, the following screen Figure 4-7-5 appears. The system will load the new software after rebooting.

Information Note

Please wait while .... System will reboot automatically after finished.

100 % , Rebooting ... 94 seconds

Figure 4-7-5: Rebooting Screenshot

4.8 Save and Restart

When applying any configuration changes of Modbus Gateway, it's required to save changed configuration and reboot system.

Therefore the new configuration will be applied after rebooting. The Save and Restart screen in Figure 4-8-1 appears.

Save and Restart

The configuration has been changed.

Warning!! The system will automatically log out and reboot.

Apply

Figure 4-8-1 : Save and Restart Page Screenshot

Buttons

Apply

: Click to save changes and restart system.

5. SOFTWARE MB VCOM UTILITY

The "MB VCOM" Administration Suite provides you search function to find your IMG-2x00T Modbus Gateway from a remote location. With MB VCOM Utility, you can easily install and search your IMG-2x00T Modbus Gateway over the network. You can also run MB VCOM Utility from one location to manage multiple device servers. The setup program will be named mbgsetup.exe.

5.1 Installing the VCOM Utility

1. When you run MB VCOM installer, a welcome window will appear as shown in Figure 5-1-1. Click Next to continue.

Figure 5-1-1 : Installing the VCOM Utility

1. Click Next to accept suggested installation path, or click browse to select a different location as shown in Figure 5-1-2.

Figure 5-1-2 : Installing location

1. The setup wizard will show the progress of the installation and status as shown in Figure 5-1-3.

Figure 5-1-3 : Installing Process

1. Click Finish to successfully complete installation of VCOM software.as shown in Figure 5-1-4.

Figure 5-1-4 : Installation Finished

1. Restart computer as shown in Figure 5-1-5.

Figure 5-1-5 : Restart System

5.2 Search Devices

1. First click "Add Device" and then click "Search" if device has access to network, as shown in Figure 5-2-1.

Figure 5-2-1 : Searching Devices
2. After adding an MG-110 device as shown in Figure Figure 5-2-2.

When you close searching window, it will add device automatically on main window. If you want to modify MG-110, please click "Open in Browser" to modify on web page.

MBCOM
Remote Device Management		COM Mapping	Options	About	Exit
Add Device	Search IP	Remove Device	Open in Browser
#	Type	MAC	IP		Device Description	COM Number
1	IMG-2102T	66:09:07:03:14:89	192.168.0.100		Modbus Gateway	3,5,6,8

Figure 5-2-2: A device successfully added

This function should be set as VCOM mode on the Modbus Gateway. VCOM software will create the corresponding virtual COM ports for com port mapping as shown in Figure 5-3-1.

Figure 5-3-1 : VCOM software

Add Virtual COM port

1. Click "Search" to search the network for device servers.
2. Once a server has been found, select it to add it to the COM mapping list and Click "OK" to take effect as shown in Figure 5-3-2.

Figure 5-3-2 : VCOM software

1. Virtual com ports are generated as shown in Figure 5-3-3.

Figure 5-3-3 : Virtual COM Ports

1. From the Windows Device Manager, four COM Ports are added to the device list as shown in Figure 5-3-4.

Figure 5-3-4 : Virtual COM Ports