Emerson MONITORING OpenComms User Manual

MONITORINGOpenComms NICUSER MANUAL

Introduction4Table 2 SpecificationsElectrical RequirementsVoltage18 to 24VAC50/60 Hz, Single Phase12 to 36VDCPower 6VA maximumEnvironmental Conditions

Installation52.0 INSTALLATIONThe OpenComms NIC card may be ordered as a factory-installed option, and it may be installed as a kit for field retrofit

Installation62.3 User Connections for OpenComms NICThe OpenComms NIC can use simultaneous connections, sometimes requiring three user connections:• Pe

Installation7Accessing the Configuration PortWhat you will need:• PC capable of running a terminal emulation application, such as Microsoft Windows® H

Installation8the Enter key on your keyboard. This will initiate communications with the card and the following screen should be displayed.Figure 4 NIC

System Configuration93.0 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION3.1 DIP Switch SettingsA four-position DIP switch is provided, but no user configuration via DIP switches

System Configuration10Table 3 Service terminal navigationMain Menu1. System Information1.1 Name1.2 Contact1.3 Location1.4 Description2. Network Settin

System Configuration11System Information MenuThe System Information Menu seeks descriptive input to enable the unit to be identified. This data is rea

System Configuration12destination IP address, and the community name for that host. Up to 20 trap communities can be assigned. For Communities and Tra

System Configuration13Auxiliary CommunicationsThe Auxiliary Communications Menu allows the user to set up the parameters necessary for Modbus communic

Operation144.0 OPERATION4.1 SNMPThe OpenComms Network Interface Card supports “get,” “getnext,” “set,” “response” and “trap” packets of SNMP (Simple N

Operation154.3 RFC 1628 UPS MIBUPS units log alarms in the RFC 1628 UPS MIB. Traps for the UPS units are generated out of the RFC 1628 UPS MIB. There

Operation16[OIDALARMS]1.3.6.1.2.1.33.1.6.3.1:upsAlarmBatteryBad{}1.3.6.1.2.1.33.1.6.3.2:upsAlarmOnBattery{}1.3.6.1.2.1.33.1.6.3.3:upsAlarmLowBattery{}

Operation174.4 MIBThe Management Information Base (MIB) is a formal document declaring the specifics of the information supported by the SNMP implemen

Operation184.8 DiagnosticsA number of LEDs are provided on the interface card to provide infor-mation for diagnostic purposes. The following table sum

Modbus Communications and Connectivity195.0 MODBUS COMMUNICATIONS AND CONNECTIVITYThis section describes the Modbus communications protocol as sup-por

Modbus Communications and Connectivity205.3 Physical ConnectionA Modbus network should consist of one, and only one, host client, and up to 255 slaves

Modbus Communications and Connectivity21Figure 7 Exceeding maximum specificationsThe maximum specification may be exceeded if measures are taken to dr

Modbus Communications and Connectivity225.4.2 Function Code SupportThe OpenComms NIC implements the following Modbus functions. However, integrators w

Modbus Communications and Connectivity235.4.6 Read Input Status (0x02)The input status block contains read-only status accessible to the users. It can

iTABLE OF CONTENTS1.0 INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.1 OpenComms Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Modbus Communications and Connectivity24the OpenComms NIC module primarily uses Function Code 3 (Read Holding Registers) and Function Code 6 (Preset S

NIC Setup and Testing256.0 NIC SETUP AND TESTINGThe NIC has a specific setup that must be in place before the card will function properly. There are j

NIC Setup and Testing266.2 Testing the Network“Ping” is a tool used to test the network. At the command prompt, type, “ping <address of card>”.

NIC Setup and Testing27Then, select number 2 for Display/Modify Communities. Verify that the IP Addresses listed are valid for your network. Verify th

Firmware Updates287.0 FIRMWARE UPDATESThe firmware in the OpenComms NIC card can be updated to take advantage of the latest release of software that m

Firmware Updates297.2 Establishing Communication—Service Terminal Settings1. Launch HyperTerminal. Once you see the following screen, select Cancel.2.

Firmware Updates307.3 Firmware Update Procedure1. After the communication settings are adjusted, press the Enter key on your keyboard. This will initi

Firmware Updates318. When the above prompt is displayed, start the file download process by selecting Transfer – Send File… from the HyperTerminal men

Firmware Updates32Once the last file is downloaded, the screen at right will appear.Repeat Steps 2 through 4 to change the baud rate back to 9600 bps

External Enclosures338.0 EXTERNAL ENCLOSURES8.1 Power ConnectionPower for the OpenComms Network card should be sourced from the supplied wall-plug tra

ii5.4 Modbus Slave Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215.4.1 Data Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Retrofit Installation349.0 RETROFIT INSTALLATION9.1 Environmental InstallationRetrofit kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult yo

Retrofit Installation35Figure 11 Deluxe System 3 chilled water control cavityFigure 12 ICS control cavityP25P43TB1TB2 - Connects to screw terminals 77

Retrofit Installation36Figure 13 Challenger installation locationThe OpenComms Network card mounts on the Challenger’s L-plate.P25P43TB1TB2 - Connects

Retrofit Installation379.2 System Wiring (SM, AM, AG Microprocessors)Two wiring harnesses are included with the retrofit kit, one for the power connec

Retrofit Installation389.3.2 Communication Connection (SM, AM, AG Microprocessor)The second wiring harness provided (p/n 159083G1) has a connector fit

Retrofit Installation399.4.1 System Wiring (Himod)Two wiring harnesses are included with the retrofit kit, one for the power connection and the second

Retrofit Installation409.6 Emerson Network Power (CEMS100 / LECS15)The kit includes a special cable to allow simple interconnection between the contro

Retrofit Installation41Figure 15 NPower UPS NIC installationPower Supply BoardOption SectionSiteScan IFMOpenComms NIC location (see detail)Control Doo

Retrofit Installation429.9 7200 UPSRetrofit Kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult your local sales / service representative for

Retrofit Installation43Figure 16 7200 UPS NIC installationLogic Operator BoardNetworkInterface Card

iii9.3 Power Connection (SM, AM, AG Microprocessors). . . . 379.3.1 Power Connection (Level 0 and Level 10Microprocessors) . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Retrofit Installation449.10 HiPulse UPSRetrofit Kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult your local sales / service representative

Retrofit Installation45Figure 17 HiPulse installation

Retrofit Installation469.11 Static Switch2Retrofit kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult your local sales / service representat

Retrofit Installation47Figure 20 STS2 NIC installation, 100 - 600A units9.12 STSRetrofit kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult

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ivFIGURESFigure 1 Typical installation of OpenComms NIC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Figure 2 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction11.0 INTRODUCTIONThe OpenComms NIC Card transforms Liebert units into manageable nodes within your Network, NMS, and BMS systems.The OpenC

Introduction21.1 OpenComms CompatibilityThe OpenComms NIC may be installed and used with these units:Environmental Units• Deluxe System3—Advanced Micr

Introduction3Retrofit Kits are designed specifically for individual units. Consult your local Emerson and Liebert sales representative for pricing, pa