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Modbus Plus to DNP over Ethernet Communication Module

5303-MBP-DNPSNET

Product Description

The ProLinx family Modbus Plus to DNP over Ethernet communications module (5303-MBP-DNPSNET) creates a powerful connection between devices on a DNP over Ethernet network and a Modbus Plus device. The module, encased in aluminum (ProLinx Plus 5000 series), is a stand-alone DIN-rail mounted protocol gateway that provides one Modbus Plus configurable DB9F port and one Ethernet port.

The Modbus Plus protocol driver exists in dual Modbus Plus Ports (MBP). The driver can be configured on an individual port basis as either a master or a slave to interface with other Modbus Plus devices. The Modbus port is fully configurable, providing a great deal of flexibility.

The ProLinx module is capable of supporting the DNP 3.0 protocol as a server using the TCP and UDP protocols using service port 20000. This port is fully configurable, providing a great deal of flexibility.

Product Applications

The MBP-DNPSNET modules are the ideal solution for the many applications where DNP over Ethernet connectivity can be used to integrate a Modbus Plus device into a system. The DNP over Ethernet gateway is a powerful module designed with both Client and Server support, enabling easy connection to other DNP devices. In combination with the Modbus Plus support, the module provides a very powerful interface to the many Modbus Plus devices which are in use in the industrial marketplace today. Applications for the module are found in most industries, especially the Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, Electrical Power and Food Processing.

Functional Specifications

Internal Database

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.

Application Data Area

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.

Status Data Area

This area is used to store error codes, counters, and port status information for each port.

Configuration File

This file contains module configuration information such as port configuration, network information, and command configuration. This configuration file is downloaded to, or uploaded from, the module.

Modbus Plus Port Specifications

The Modbus Plus protocol driver exists in dual Modbus Plus Ports (MBP). The driver can be configured on an individual port basis as either a master or a slave to interface with other Modbus Plus devices.

General Parameters

Modbus Function Codes

3 : Read Multiple Data Registers (MSTR 2)

16 : Write Multiple Data Register (MSTR 1)

Global data read (32 words max.)

Global data write (32 words max.)

Address Scope

1-64

Modbus Plus Functioning as a Master

Command List

Up to 200 commands on the master port, fully configurable for function, slave address, register to/from addressing and word count

Status Data

Error codes available on an individual command basis. In addition, a slave status list is maintained per active Modbus Master port.

Polling of command list

Configurable polling of command list, including continuous and on change of data

Modbus Plus Functioning as a Slave

Node address

1 to 64 - software selectable

Status Data

Error codes, counters and port status available on the configured slave port

DNPSNET Protocol Specifications

The DNPSNET protocol driver exists as a single service port (DNPSNET port 20000) implementation that supports a single TCP port connection and multiple UDP ports on a TCP/IP Ethernet network. The DNPSNET port operates as a server, supporting the DNP 3.0 protocol in a Level 2 implementation using the DNP User Group recommended extension for use on LAN/WAN. This is published in "Transporting DNP V3.00 over Local and Wide Area Networks", December 15, 1998 by the DNP Users Group and is available on the Internet at http://www.dnp.org.

The DNPSNET driver will respond to requests from a remote DNP client (master) device. All data in the module's database configured as DNP data points is available to the remote master device for read and write requests. Additionally, the driver can send unsolicited event messages to a connected, TCP, client.

General Parameters

Type

Specifications

Internal Database

Binary Inputs: 8000 points (500 words)

Analog Inputs:500 points of analog input data

Counters:250 (500 words)

Binary Outputs: 2000 points (125 words)

Analog Outputs: 500 points of analog output

DNP Mode

DNP 3.0 Slave - Level 2

DNP Object Support

Reference Appendix for full Object Definition document

DNP Server

Type

Specifications

ServicePort

20000

Protocols

TCP (1 connection) and UDP

Node address

0 to 65534 - software selectable

Status Data

Error codes, counters and port status

The DNPSNET module accepts DNP commands to control and monitor the data stored in the DNP databases. These data are passed between the module and the other protocol on the ProLinx module.

Hardware Specifications

Power Supply 24 VDC nominal
  18-32 VDC allowed
  Positive, Negative, GND Terminals
  2.5 mm screwdriver blade

Current Load

500 mA max@ 32 VDC max
Operating Temperature -20 to 50 Deg C
  -4 to 122 Deg F
Storage Temperature -40 to 85 Deg C
  -40 to 185 Deg F
Relative Humidity 5-95% (w/o condensation)
Dimensions

Standard
5.20H x 2.07W x 4.52D inches
13.2cmH x 5.25cmW x 11.48cmD
Extended
5.20H x 2.73W x 4.52D inches
13.2cmH x 6.934cmW x 11.48cmD

LED Indicators

Power and Module Status

  Application Status
  Serial Port Activity LED
  Serial Activity and Error LED Status
Configuration Serial Port Mini-DIN
  RS-232 only
  No hardware handshaking
Ethernet Port 10Base-T Connector
  Link and Activity LED indicators
  Electrical Isolation 1500 V rms at 50 Hz to 60 Hz for 60 s, applied as specified in section 5.3.2 of IEC 60950: 1991
  Ethernet Broadcast Storm Resiliency = less than or equal to 5000 [ARP] frames-per-second and less than or equal to 5 minutes duration
Application Serial Ports Mini-DIN
  RS-232/422/485
  RS232 handshaking configurable
  RS422/485 screw termination included
Port Isolation 2500V Opto-Isolators
  500V Power Supply Isolation
Shipped with each unit Mini-DIN to DB-9M cables per serial port
  4 ft RS-232 configuration cable
  2.5mm screwdriver
  CD (docs and Configuration utility)
  RS-422/485 DB9 to Screw Terminal
  Adaptor (1 or 4, depending on ports)

Modbus Plus Port

DB9F

Click here for dimensions diagram

Certifications

The ProLinx gateway module has the following certifications:
CE
ATEX Cat 3 Zone 2
cULus Haz Loc Class 1, Div 2


Ordering Information

5303-MBP-DNPSNET

Modbus Plus to DNP over Ethernet

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