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Installation Guide
IG 014 / Rev. 1.5
Table of Contents
1. Product Summary ............................................................................................................. 4
1.1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2. Modular Concept of the eWON Flexy Family ............................................................................ 5
1.3. Functions of the eWON Flexy ........................................................................................................ 6
1.4. General specification of the hardware platform ..................................................................... 6
1.5. Typical applications ........................................................................................................................ 7
1.6. Types & Part Numbers .................................................................................................................... 7
2. Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Information ........................................................... 8
2.1. Scope ................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.2. ESD Damage Prevention ............................................................................................................... 8
2.3. Applicable Directives, Standards and Compliance ................................................................ 8
2.3.1. Conformity to European Directives ................................................................................... 9
2.3.2. Applicable Safety Standards ............................................................................................. 9
2.3.3. FCC Compliance .................................................................................................................. 9
2.3.4. Certifications .......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4. Reference Standards for Type Tests .......................................................................................... 10
2.4.1. Operating & Storage Temperature ................................................................................. 10
2.4.2. Vibration & Shocks Tests .................................................................................................... 10
2.5. Internal Battery .............................................................................................................................. 10
2.5.1. Purpose and Reference .................................................................................................... 10
2.5.2. Battery Replacement Procedure ................................................................................... 11
2.6. Field Implementation & Environmental Conditions ................................................................ 12
2.6.1. Ingress Protection ............................................................................................................... 12
2.6.2. Mounting Recommendations .......................................................................................... 12
2.6.3. Earthing ................................................................................................................................. 13
2.6.4. Environmental Limits ........................................................................................................... 13
2.6.5. Labelling Information ......................................................................................................... 13
3. Base Unit Hardware Description .................................................................................... 14
3.1. Base Unit Label .............................................................................................................................. 14
3.1.1. Syntax of the Part Number (PN) ....................................................................................... 15
3.1.2. Marks ..................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2. Mechanical Dimensions .............................................................................................................. 16
3.3. Base Unit Interface ........................................................................................................................ 17
3.3.1. LED Panel .............................................................................................................................. 18
3.3.1.1. System .................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.2. Reset Button ......................................................................................................................... 18
3.3.3. SD-Card ................................................................................................................................ 18
3.3.4. Main Connector ................................................................................................................ 18
3.3.5. Four Slots for Extensions ...................................................................................................... 18
3.3.6. Specific interfaces to 4-Ports Switch models (eWON Flexy 101 & 201) ................... 19
3.3.7. Specific interfaces to Serial-Port Models (eWON Flexy 102 & 202) ......................... 20
3.3.7.1. LAN Port .................................................................................................................. 20
3.3.7.2. Serial Port ................................................................................................................ 20
3.3.8. 4-Ports Switch interfaces ................................................................................................... 21
3.3.8.1. LAN Port .................................................................................................................. 21
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3.3.8.2. MPI Port ................................................................................................................... 21
4. Extension Cards .............................................................................................................. 22
4.1. Base Unit Slot Compatibility ......................................................................................................... 22
4.2. Extension Card Insertion ............................................................................................................... 24
4.3. Powering On the Base Unit with its Extension Cards ............................................................... 25
4.4. Multiple Extension Cards .............................................................................................................. 25
4.4.1. Detection Order .................................................................................................................. 25
4.4.2. Software Compatibility of Multiple Card Combinations ............................................. 25
4.5. Extension Card Power Requirements ........................................................................................ 26
4.5.1. Available Energy Points (Base Units) ............................................................................... 26
4.5.2. Energy Demand Points (Extension Cards) ..................................................................... 27
4.5.3. Power Balance Check Example ...................................................................................... 27
5. eWON Flexy IP Address and Access to the Web Configuration ................................. 28
5.1. Factory Default IP settings ........................................................................................................... 28
5.2. Powering ON .................................................................................................................................. 28
5.3. Setting the eWON Flexy LAN IP Address ................................................................................... 28
5.4. eWON Flexy's Web Interface ..................................................................................................... 30
5.5. Detected Cards Displayed in the System Page ..................................................................... 30
6. Resetting the eWON Flexy ............................................................................................. 31
6.1. Normal Boot Sequence ............................................................................................................... 31
6.2. First Level Reset (user reset) ......................................................................................................... 31
6.3. Second Level Reset (factory reset) ........................................................................................... 32
6.4. Reset Impact Matrix ...................................................................................................................... 33
Appendix A - Connector Pinout & Related Specifications ............................................. 34
A.1 - Main Connector .......................................................................................................................... 34
A.2 - Specification of the External Power Supply ........................................................................... 35
A.3 - Digital Output & Digital Inputs .................................................................................................. 35
A.4 Serial Interface (eWON Flexy 102 & 202) ................................................................................. 36
A.5 MPI Interface (eWON Flexy 103 & 203) ................................................................................... 37
Appendix B - Flexy Products Overview ............................................................................ 38
B.1. Base Units ...................................................................................................................................... 38
B.2. Extension Cards ........................................................................................................................... 38
Revision .............................................................................................................................. 40
Revision History ..................................................................................................................................... 40
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Chapter 1
Product Summary
1. Product Summary
The present Installation Guide describes the hardware of the eWON Flexy Base units as well
as the basic software features needed to install the equipment.
1.1. Introduction
The eWON Flexy is the first modular industrial M2M router available on the market.
It has been designed to fulfill the following key requirements:
• Flexible WAN, allowing within the same product to address different Internet
connectivity technologies (Ethernet, Wifi, 3G,…) and securing the investment in case
of technology upgrade (eg. 2G->3G)
• Flexible Field, providing easy connection to a wide range of external devices,
including various field protocols
• Flexible Apps, embedding alarms, data logging, remote access, routing and web HMI
applications with mouse click based configuration, and customization offering all
openness and programming tools
The eWON Flexy is fully compatible with the Talk2M cloud connectivity services
(www.talk2M.com) and with the eFIVE (VPN server appliance) for real-time control
application.
Housing of the Base Unit Flexy 201 with its original 4 slot fillers
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1.2. Modular Concept of the eWON Flexy Family
The eWON Flexy family is a range of modular industrial gateway/router. As the name eWON
Flexy suggests, it has been designed to enable numerous different combinations by addition
of Extension Cards.
Base Unit
Communication interface
Main connector
incl. power input terminals, 1 DO and 2 DIs
Extension cards
The Base Units (1) are available in 3 different versions (mother boards) depending on
their communication interface (2):
• Ethernet Switch Flexy 101 & 201
• Serial & Ethernet Flexy 102 & 202
• MPI & Ethernet Flexy 103 & 203
Each Base Unit features
• two DI and one DO (3).
• four free slots allowing to add Extension Cards (4)
Each Base Unit version is available as:
• M2M Data Gateway Flexy 10X (without WA/LAN/Serial routing)
• M2M Router Flexy 20X (full version)
See feature matrix in #1.5.Functions of the eWON Flexy
Extension Cards fitting all Base Units allow to add either:
• WAN communication interfaces (Ethernet WAN, wireless modem, ...)
• Field communication interfaces (serial, IO card, …)
How the Extension Cards integrate the Base Units is explained in #4.Extension Cards
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1.3. Functions of the eWON Flexy
The following section lists the different main features supported by the eWON Flexy 201H.
M2M Data Gateway
(Flexy 10x)
M2M Router
(Flexy 20x)
Open VPN ● ●
Talk2M connections ● ●
Data Acquisition protocols (IOServers) ● ●
Alarm Management and Notification ● ●
Data Logging ● ●
BASIC scripting ● ●
JAVA ETK ● ●
Web server ● ●
ViewON 2 Web HMI ● ●
FTP client and server ● ●
HTTP client (HTML Get & Put requests) ●
Ethernet to Serial gateway ●
Routing between Ethernet interfaces
(WAN to LAN)
●
Routing features: IP forwarding, NAT,
Port forwarding
●
1.4. General specification of the hardware platform
Characteristic Value
Design
Industrial design (24 VDC power supply, DIN Rail mounting,
extended temperature)
Processor ARM9
Clock
Backed up real time clock (RTC)
Backup battery has 10 years life expectancy
Ethernet Interface 4 LAN Ethernet ports 10/100 Mbps
Digital Input 2
Digital Output 1
Mounting Latch for DIN rail EN50022-compliant
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1.5. Typical applications
• Remote access of serial and Ethernet devices
• Industrial VPN router
• Remote metering and monitoring
1.6. Types & Part Numbers
The available types are:
Routability
Communication Interface
Ethernet only
Switch 4-Ports
Ethernet
+ 1 Serial-Port
Ethernet
+ 1 MPI-Port
M2M Data Gateway Flexy 101 Flexy 102 Flexy 103
M2M Router Flexy 201 Flexy 202 Flexy 203
The available part numbers are:
Part Number Type Description
FLEXY10100_00MA Flexy 101 M2M Data Gateway - Ethernet Only Switch 4-Ports
FLEXY10200_00MA Flexy 102 M2M Data Gateway - Ethernet + Serial
FLEXY10300_00MA Flexy 103 M2M Data Gateway - Ethernet + MPI
FLEXY20100_00MA Flexy 201 M2M Router - Ethernet Only Switch 4-Ports
FLEXY20200_00MA Flexy 202 M2M Router - Ethernet + Serial
FLEXY20300_00MA Flexy 203 M2M Router - Ethernet + MPI
Table: List of the available part numbers
- Note -
The MA extension means Multiple language A (ENG, FR, DE, SPA)
The part number syntax is explained in #3.1.Base Unit Label
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Chapter 2
Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Information
2. Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Information
2.1. Scope
The present section addresses safety, environmental & regulatory Information for the eWON
Flexy Base units. They generally have a similar compliance frame but some aspects differ.
For example, in the case of telecommunication Extension Cards, additional directives,
standards and instructions apply.
2.2. ESD Damage Prevention
To avoid possible damage to the Base Unit and Extension Card, please wait 30 seconds
after powering off the equipment before inserting (or removing) an Extension Card.
- Caution -
Contains parts and assemblies susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Always use ESD precautions when handling an opened Base Unit or Extension
Cards.
The printed circuit boards (PCBs) of the Base Units described in the present Installation Guide
are partially exposed when slot fillers are removed to place Extension Cards. In order to
avoid ESD damage, the product, when it is opened, must be handled with the necessary
precaution including:
• Grounded ESD functional work surface
• Personal grounding
• Verify that your configuration is compatible with the Firmware capabilities before
operating.
• Verify that your configuration complies with the energy point balance before
operating (see #Energy Demand Points).
The Extension Cards described in this Installation Guide are modules exposing both sides of
an electronic printed circuit board. Therefore, they are packed in anti static ESD bags. In
order to avoid ESD damage, the product must be handled with the necessary precaution
as described above.
2.3. Applicable Directives, Standards and Compliance
The Base Units belong to class A Information Technology Equipment (ITE). In a domestic
environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user might have
to take appropriate measures.
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Safety, Environmental & Regulatory Information
2.3.1. Conformity to European Directives
The Base Units and these Extension Cards are in conformity with the following EC directives:
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
• EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
• RE-Directive 2014/53/EU(*)
(*) When applicable, the product conforms to the corresponding RE-D articles:
RF spectrum efficiency, Art 3(2); EMC, Art. 3(1)(b); Safety, Art. (3)(1)(a)
2.3.2. Applicable Safety Standards
The Base Units and these Extension Cards are in conformity with the following safety
standards:
• IEC/EN 60950-1
• UL 60950-1
• CSA-C22.2 No 60950-1-07
2.3.3. FCC Compliance
The Base Units and these Extension Cards comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operating is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
2.3.4. Certifications
The Base Units and these extension cards have been duly certified by authorized bodies:
• UL Certificate of Compliance (COC) # 20160502-E350576
• CB certificate # DK-53957-UL
These certificates can be downloaded as PDF files on the eWON Support web site:
http://support.ewon.biz/flexy & http://support.ewon.biz/flexy-h.
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2.4. Reference Standards for Type Tests
The eWON Flexy family and these Extension Cards have been fully validated on
temperature, vibration and shock against the requirements of the following standards:
2.4.1. Operating & Storage Temperature
Test nature Reference Standard
Cold test IEC 60068-2-1
Dry heat test IEC 60068-2-2
Temperature change test IEC 60068-2-14
Cyclic damp heat test IEC 60068-2-30
2.4.2. Vibration & Shocks Tests
Test nature Reference Standard
Programmable controllers test IEC 61131-2
Vibration test (sinusoidal) IEC 60068-2-6
Vibration test (broad-band random) IEC 60068-2-64
Shock test IEC60068-2-27
2.5. Internal Battery
2.5.1. Purpose and Reference
All eWON Flexy Base Unit models features a small battery for RTC-backup in case of power
failure. The life expectancy of the battery is greater than 10 years from product
manufacturing date.
The battery type is CR2032. Only the CR2032 battery delivered by eWON may be used to
comply with the UL and safety standards. Please do not use any other battery than the one
referenced below:
Replacement CR2032 Battery, eWON part number: FAC90101_0000.
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2.5.2. Battery Replacement Procedure
-Caution -
Explosion risk if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Before starting, you have to make sure you took the necessary precautions to avoid ESD
damage (see §#2.2.ESD Damage Prevention). You also have to be aware that you will
need insulated tweezers (see below) to be able to handle the battery without shortcircuiting it.
The RTC battery is located on the mother board in the alignment of slot 3 starting from the
left (when the eWON logo is on the right side).
1. Power the unit off and wait 30
seconds before working on it.
2. To have a practical access, it is
recommended to remove all slot fillers
and/or Extension Cards. It is feasible but less
comfortable to remove only the slot filler or
Extension Card of slot
3. Carefully remove the battery from its
holder and put the new one in place.
4. Check that the locking tab is correctly
placed on top of the battery.
All slots have been cleared from their slot fillers or Extension Cards. Carefully remove battery
with insulated tweezers (for example from manufacturer EREM model 249 SA).
- Caution -
Do not dismantle, crush or puncture battery. Do not attempt to open the service battery.
Do not dispose of batteries in fire or with household waste but according to instructions.
Consider the environment, check the battery recycling services available in your region.
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2.6. Field Implementation & Environmental Conditions
2.6.1. Ingress Protection
The eWON Flexy Base Units have an IP20 protection grade. Therefore, the eWON Flexy Base
Units are NOT suited for outdoor mounting. They have to be integrated in an electrical
cabinet, protected from excessive heat, humidity and dust. Do not push any sharp object
into the air vents or openings of the equipment.
2.6.2. Mounting Recommendations
The normal mounting position of the eWON Flexy is wall mounted on a horizontal Omega
type DIN-rail (EN 50022).
• Mounting the unit on DIN-rail
Present the unit in front of the DIN rail and tilt it upwards in order to hang it on the
upper edge of the DIN rail by the hooks at the rear. Gently tilt the unit downwards
until the slide lock snaps. The slide lock is located in the middle at the bottom of the
unit (see § 3.2 Mechanical Dimensions).
• Removing the unit from DIN-rail
Insert a medium size screwdriver in the small slot of the slide lock located in the
middle at the bottom of the unit. Release the unit by pulling the slide lock downwards
while gently tilting the unit upwards. Free the unit by unhooking it from the upper rail
edge (see #3.2.Mechanical Dimensions).
To ensure a proper ventilation of the equipment, a free gap of at least 2 cm must be
respected in front of all ventilation openings of the unit:
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- Caution -
In any other mounting position than the one explained here above, the specified temperature
has to be derated to -25°C to +40°C.
2.6.3. Earthing
Earthing the eWON is necessary to eliminate unwanted transients (lightning protection) and
to conform to the EMC requirements. Therefore, a functional earth (FE) terminal is available
on the main connector as shown in § #A.1.Main Connector . Connect this terminal directly
to a low impedance ground. Shielded cables have to be used for Ethernet and serial
connectivity to comply with the EMC requirements.
2.6.4. Environmental Limits
The equipment will operate properly within following environmental limits provided it is
mounted according to the above mentioned recommendations:
Characteristic Value
Operating temperature -25° to +70 °C
Storage temperature -40° to +70 °C
Relative humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to maximum 2000m
Storage altitude Up to maximum 3000m
Mounting Latch for DIN rail EN50022-compliant
2.6.5. Labelling Information
• The OEM User Manual (for integrators) must provide clear instructions, to the
OEM, explaining the labeling requirements, options and OEM User Manual instructions
that are required.
• The host OEM User Manuel (eWon's manual) must contain clear instructions on how endusers can find and/or access the module and the FCC ID
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Base Unit Hardware Description
3. Base Unit Hardware Description
3.1. Base Unit Label
The identification label of the eWON Flexy base units is placed on the right hand side of the
housing. The different parts of the label are described below:
PN
Part Number
(see syntax in table below)
SN
Serial Number YYWW-SSSS-PP
YY = 2 last digits of production year
WW = production week number
SSSS = Sequential production number
PP = Product Code
MAC MAC address of the Ethernet adapter
Rating Power supply requirements
Marks CE, UL,... logos if applicable
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3.1.1. Syntax of the Part Number (PN)
FLEXY12233_44AA/BB
Position(s) Description Acceptable values
FLEXY Name of the family Only FLEXY (constant)
1
1 numeric sign
Defines routability
1
M2M Data Gateway
2 M2M Router
22
2 numeric signs
Define the type of motherboard
'01
MB with 4 Ethernet ports
'02 MB w/1 ETH & 1 Serial port
'03 MB w/1 ETH & 1 MPI port
33
2 numeric signs
Define primary software option
'00
No primary software option
44
2 numeric signs
Define secondary software option
'00
No secondary software
option
AA
2 alphabetic signs (CAPS)
Define the firmware language
MA UK + FR + DE + SPA
/BB
2 alphabetic signs
Defines the model type
S
Compliance with UL/IEC/EN
60950 Standard
H
Hazardous Location
Compliance (C1D2)
3.1.2. Marks
Marks Description
Conformité Européenne or European Conformity (EC)
0682
Notified Body Number, warrantor of the CE Mark validation
UL Recognized (Underwriters Laboratories)
FCC Federal Communications Commission
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3.2. Mechanical Dimensions
Unit: Dimensions are in millimeters (mm).
Accuracy: Suited only for implementation drawings (rounded @ full mm).
Shaded areas show provisions of empty space that should be considered in the
implementation arrangement.
The provision of empty space in front of the slot fillers is for the connectors of Extension
Cards. Even if the application requires no Extension Card(s) you might plan the free space
anyhow, in case you need to add one or more later on.
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Base Unit Hardware Description
3.3. Base Unit Interface
This chapter addresses the interface that represents the Base Unit. The items numbered in
the image below are explained subsequently in separate paragraphs.
LED panel
RESET button (BI1)
SD card slot
Main connector
used to connect the power supply and the digital inputs & outputs
4 slots fillers (that can be removed and replaced by Extension Cards)
Main board communication interfaces (depending on the Base Unit type)
(In our example: 4 Ethernet Ports)
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3.3.1. LED Panel
3.3.1.1. System
PWR
Power
Green ON = power is present
USR
User
Green ON + OFF, slowly = Unit is OK
RED pattern = special attention required
DI1
Digital input 1
Green ON = Signal on input 1 detected
DI2
Digital input 2
Green ON = Signal on input 2 detected
DO
Digital output
Green ON = Output is in ON state (energized)
BI1
Button BI1 input
Green ON = Reset button is being pressed
- Note -
The Base Unit model specific LEDs are addressed in the specific interfaces of each model. .
3.3.2. Reset Button
The reset button allows to reset the Base Unit partially or completely. For the reset
procedures check § #6.Resetting the eWON Flexy.
3.3.3. SD-Card
Currently not supported, the Base Unit operates normally without SD-Card inserted.
3.3.4. Main Connector
The eWON Flexy is powered via its main connector using a male connector (a mating
female connector with screw terminals is delivered with the eWON Flexy Base Unit).
For details see § #A.1.Main Connector
3.3.5. Four Slots for Extensions
The slot fillers can be removed to add Extension Cards. A general overview of the available
Extension Cards is available below in this guide.
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3.3.6. Specific interfaces to 4-Ports Switch models (eWON Flexy 101 & 201)
4 x RJ45 ports switch LAN Ethernet 10/100.
The device LAN interface consists of a four ports auto-sense Ethernet switch (10/100 Mbps).
Auto-sense meaning that you can use both UTP Class 5 direct and crossed cables with RJ45
terminations at both ends. Default parameters see § #5.1.Factory Default IP settings.
The minimum required Ethernet cable type is Cat,5 with RJ45 connectors.
LAN1
Ethernet activity on port 1
Green steady = Ethernet link OK
Green flashing = Ethernet traffic (Rx and Tx)
LAN2
Ethernet activity on port 2
(same as above)
LAN3
Ethernet activity on port 3
(same as above)
LAN4
Ethernet activity on port 4
(same as above)
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3.3.7. Specific interfaces to Serial-Port Models (eWON Flexy 102 & 202)
1 x RJ45 ports switch LAN Ethernet 10/100.
SubD 9 male RS232/422/485 port.
1500V functional galvanic isolation through the power supply isolation from ground.
3.3.7.1. LAN Port
The LAN interface consists of one auto-sense Ethernet port (10/100 Mbps). Auto-sense meaning that
you can use both UTP Class 5 direct and crossed cables with RJ45 terminations at both ends. Default
parameters see § 5.1 Factory Default IP settings.
3.3.7.2. Serial Port
The configuration of the physical serial mode is done via the eWON software configuration. Possible
configurations are RS232, RS422 and RS485. No dip switch settings required. Port specifications, see
LNK
Ethernet Link
Green steady = Ethernet link OK
ACT
Ethernet activity
Green flashing = Ethernet traffic (Rx and Tx)
232
RS232 mode
Green steady = port configured in RS232 mode
SER Green flashing = RX/TX traffic on serial port
HD
Half duplex
Green steady = configured in RS485 mode
POL
Polarization resistors
Green steady = Polarization and termination ON
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3.3.8. Specific interfaces to MPI-Port Models (eWON Flexy 103 & 203)
1 x RJ45 ports switch LAN Ethernet 10/100.
SubD 9 female MPI-port.
1500V functional galvanic isolation through the power supply isolation from ground.
3.3.8.1. LAN Port
The LAN interface consists of one auto-sense Ethernet port (10/100 Mbps). Auto-sense meaning that
you can use both UTP Class 5 direct and crossed cables with RJ45 terminations at both ends. Default
parameters see § 5.1 Factory Default IP settings.
3.3.8.2. MPI Port
The MPI - Profibus port allows to connect to an MPI or Profibus network. No further hardware
configuration required. Port specifications, see
LNK
Ethernet Link
Green steady = Ethernet link OK
ACT
Ethernet activity
Green flashing = Ethernet traffic (Rx and Tx)
MPI
MPI status
Green flashing = TX activity on the MPI port
MTK
MPI token
Green steady = Hold Token in MPI operation mode
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Extension Cards
4. Extension Cards
4.1. Base Unit Slot Compatibility
The Base Units feature two type of slots. The type-A slots are the two first slots starting from
the left. The type-B slots are the two last slots. Some cards fit in both type-A and type-B slots.
Others don't. Cards that fit in only one type of slot have a mechanical Poka-Yoke security.
The reference code of the Extension Cards includes a letter that defines their compatibility
either with “A” slots, “B” slots or both.
• FLA xxxx - designates cards that fit into “A” slots
• FLB xxxx - designates cards that fit into “B” slots
• FLX xxxx - designates cards that fit into both “A” and “B” slots
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Extension Cards
In addition to the card reference, each type of Extension Card bears a visual compatibility
symbol on its front panel. The visual symbols are shown in the table below:
●●○○ 2 first slots only (A)
●●●● In any slot (X)
○○●●
2 last slots only (B)
An example of hardware configuration is shown in the picture below:
Base Unit Flexy 201 featuring 3 different Extension Cards.
Slot compatibility markings.
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Extension Cards
4.2. Extension Card Insertion
- Caution -
Please wait 30 seconds after powering off the equipment before inserting (or removing) an
Extension Card. This is to avoid possible damage to the Base Unit and Extension Card.
Remove the slot filler of the location where you want to insert the new card. To do this, press
on both ends of the cover, note that the hooks (1) are off-centered like shown on the
pictures.
Hooks to be pressed are off-centered – press while pulling upwards
This metal tag soldered on the PCB acts as mistake-proof security (mating stop in
housing)
Insert the Extension Card carefully and slide it down until the hook clicks. Make sure the
card is completely inserted. DO NOT insist if you feel some resistance when trying to insert
the card. It probably means you are trying to put it in a wrong slot. In such a case, check
slot compatibility of the relevant Extension Card. Refer to § #4.1.Base Unit Slot Compatibility.
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Extension Cards
- Note -
Would an Extension Card be inadvertently forced in a wrong slot, the Base Unit will detect it
and will NOT complete its BOOT sequence. Therefore, the unit will not be accessible through its
LAN interface. The slot error is returned by the USR LED. (red ON 1sec, OFF 0.5 sec).
Boot the unit so it can detect the inserted Extension Cards. As explained in § 5.5 Detected
Cards Displayed in the System Page the web interface of the eWON Flexy has a diagnostic
page showing the Extension Cards in their order of detection (from left to right).
4.3. Powering On the Base Unit with its Extension Cards
The normal boot sequence of the eWON Flexy takes approximately 25 seconds to
complete. During this process, all LEDs of the left row go ON for a while, except BI1 as long
as the RESET button is not pressed. During this sequence, the USR LED is going ON orange for
some time. As soon as the boot process is finished, the USR LED is slowly flashing green ON
and OFF.
The Extension Card types are detected slot per slot during the boot sequence and are
automatically installed from a system standpoint. If an Extension Card was inserted in a
wrong slot, the boot sequence is interrupted and the USR LED is flashing RED 1x short 3x long
and communication through the Ethernet port is no longer possible.
4.4. Multiple Extension Cards
4.4.1. Detection Order
The boot sequence of the Base Unit includes an automated detection of the inserted
Extension Cards. This detection is done sequentially, slot per slot starting from left to right
(from 1 to 4 in the example shown in the next §).
4.4.2. Software Compatibility of Multiple Card Combinations
The Flexy Base Units allow to insert multiple Extension Cards of the same type. Some
configurations including multiple Extension Cards, even if mechanically acceptable, are not
supported by the embedded software. Cards in excess are ignored during the automated
detection process so that the Base Unit and its running Extension Cards will operate
normally.
The ignored card(s) will appear in the Diagnostic > Status > Info > System but they will NOT
operate.
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Extension Cards
Example of configuration that would be OK
mechanically and power wise but that is not
supported by the firmware.
During the boot process, the first 2 Serial Port
extension cards (1 & 2) are detected and can be
used, then the 2 Single Ethernet Extension (3 & 4)
are also detected.
The second Single Ethernet Card (4) is not
supported by the firmware so that it CANNOT be
used.
The presence of this “ignored” card in the Base
Unit does not alter the operation of the Base Unit
itself and its “accepted” Extension Cards.
4.5. Extension Card Power Requirements
The internal power converter of the eWON Flexy Base units has been thought to cover a
broad range of different combinations of Extension Cards. Users should make sure the total
power demand of the Extension Cards does not exceed the capabilities of the Base Unit.
That is why the notion of “Energy Points” has been introduced.
4.5.1. Available Energy Points (Base Units)
Each Base Unit type has a certain amount of Available Energy Points. The available energy
points depend on the temperature range in which the equipment will actually be used.
Considering the fact very few applications require the equipment to actually work between
50° and 70°C, the available energy points per Base Unit type are specified for both up to
50°C max. and up to 70°C max.:
Ethernet
Flexy 201
Flexy 101
Serial
Flexy 202
Flexy 102
MPI
Flexy 203
Flexy 103
Available Energy Points (max. 50°C)
29 30 31
Available Energy Points (max. 70°C)
20 21 22
Table of the Available Energy Points per Base Unit type
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Extension Cards
4.5.2. Energy Demand Points (Extension Cards)
Each Extension Card requires a certain amount of Energy Demand Points.
The energy demand points per Extension Card type are specified in this guide. Values are
given in the table of #B. Flexy Extension Cards |outline. Examples are given below:
2 Serial Ports
FLA 3301
Single Ethernet
FLX 3101
3G GSM
FLB 3202
Energy Demand Points 1 1 10
Table of the Energy Demand Points for 3 types of Extension Cards
4.5.3. Power Balance Check Example
Considering the configuration shown in the second picture of § #4.1.Base Unit Slot
Compatibility
Energy Points
(max 50°C)
Energy Points
(max 70°C)
Available Energy Base Unit Flexy 201 29 20
Energy Demand 2 Serial Ports Extension FLA 3301 -1 -1
Energy Demand Single Ethernet Extension FLX 3101 -1 -1
Energy Demand 3G GSM Extension FLB 3202 -10 -10
Energy Balance
17 > 0 = OK 8 > 0 = OK
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Chapter 5
eWON Flexy IP Address and Access to the Web
Configuration
5. eWON Flexy IP Address and Access to the Web Configuration
5.1. Factory Default IP settings
Characteristic Value
LAN IP address 10.0.0.53
LAN Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway 0.0.0.0
5.2. Powering ON
Power the unit on and wait approximately 25 sec until the boot sequence is done. After a
successful boot sequence the USR LED is flashing ON and OFF green slowly.
If the USR LED is flashing RED according to a given pattern, it indicates that the boot
sequence was interrupted due to an issue. Most frequent issues include :
• an Extension Card was inserted in a wrong slot
USR LED flashing pattern is RED 1x short, 3x long
• a duplicate IP address was detected on the LAN Network
USR LED falshing pattern is RED 1x short, 1x long
For the other LED patterns in case of error, please refer to the General Reference Guide RG-
001.
5.3. Setting the eWON Flexy LAN IP Address
You can easily establish your first communication with your eWON Flexy by using the
software eBuddy which can be downloaded from http://support.ewon.biz/software
Connect one of the LAN-ports of your eWON Flexy with your PC point-to-point or through a
network provided there is no risk that default IP-address of the eWON (10.0.0.53) would
conflict with another connected device.
Start the eBuddy application. The application scans through the Ethernet adapter network
and retrieves the connected eWON, including its IP Address, Subnet Mask and serial
number. The utility also allows you to change the default IP address without being
necessarily in the same network range.
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Configuration
Start the eBuddy utility on your PC
In the home page, select Set IP Address
Fill out the Serial Number of your Flexy or click on Browse and select it. The Serial Number of
the Flexy is on its label, see § 3.1 Base Unit Label.
Click Next
Enter new LAN IP address and Subnet
Mask. Click Next
Wait until the address is updated and the device rebooted.
Click Finish.
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eWON Flexy IP Address and Access to the Web
Configuration
5.4. eWON Flexy's Web Interface
To access the web pages of your eWON Flexy proceed as follows:
• Connect the PC to one of the LAN port of the eWON Flexy.
• Open your Internet browser and access the eWON Flexy internal Web page by
entering the LAN IP address in the URL field (the default address is http://10.0.0.53).
• The default login is: adm
with password: adm
The home page of the eWON Flexy is opening:
- Warning -
For security reasons, changing the default password adm is an absolute necessity.
To change the adm password, from the menu bar, click on Configuration, Users Setup and
double click on the adm entry to edit its parameters. Enter the new password twice and click
Save.
5.5. Detected Cards Displayed in the System Page
The System page allows to check the status of the system including detected Extension
Cards.
To access the system status summary, click on Diagnostic (1) > Status (2) > System Info (3) >
System (4). The screen capture below gives an example of 3 different Extension Cards that
have been detected (5).
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Chapter 6
Resetting the eWON Flexy
6. Resetting the eWON Flexy
The reset button B1 is located on the right side of the Base Unit (see § 3.3.2 Reset Button). The
reset function of this button is active only if pressed while powering on. The eWON Flexy
features two type of reset levels. A table follows with the impacted configuration zones per
reset level.
6.1. Normal Boot Sequence
The normal boot sequence of the eWON Flexy takes approximately 25 seconds to
complete. During this process, all LEDs of the left row are shortly ON, except BI1 as long as
the RESET button is not pressed. During this boot sequence, the USR LED is orange. As soon as
the boot sequence has finished and the unit is ready to be used, the USR LED flashes GREEN
slowly.
6.2. First Level Reset (user reset)
The first level reset consists in formatting only the « user files » part of the non volatile
memory. This type of reset does not modify the communication parameters of the eWON
Flexy.
How do I generate a first level reset?
• Power the unit OFF and ON again
• Immediately press and maintain the reset button. The LED labeled BI1 turns ON.
• Wait approximately 30 seconds until the USR LED flashes RED 1x per second.
• Immediately release the button. The LED labeled BI1 turns OFF.
• if you wouldn't, you'd reach the second level reset phase.
• Wait approximately 30 secs until the reset procedure is completed.
• The eWON restarts automatically and the unit is ready to be used, the USR LED flashes
GREEN slowly.
6.3. Second Level Reset (factory reset)
This second level reset formats all non volatile memories and returns the eWON to its factory
defaults. This operation consists in 3 steps:
• Formatting of all non volatile memories, including all COM parameters and IP
addresses
• Full hardware auto test with result shown by the USR LED
• Return to ex-factory configuration (default config)
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Resetting the eWON Flexy
How do I generate a second level reset?
• Power the unit OFF and ON again
• Immediately press and maintain the reset button. The LED labeled BI1 turns ON.
• Wait approximately 35 seconds until the USR LED remains RED steady.
• When this state is reached, release the button. The LED labeled BI1 turns OFF.
• It takes no longer than 2 seconds to complete.
• Check if the auto test is successful, the USR LED flashes RED with a pattern of 200ms ON
and 1,5 sec OFF (*). The eWON Flexy does NOT restart in normal mode by itself and
remains running in this diagnose mode.
• You have to power the eWON Flexy OFF and ON again to reboot the unit in normal
mode. As described before, the eWON returns to its default COM parameters and
factory IP addresses (like LAN 10.0.0.53) after this level 2 reset is performed.
(*) Any other pattern reflects a problem. The pattern will start with 200ms ON (beginning of
the pattern) followed by OFF and a certain number of times 1 sec ON allowing to identify
the nature of the detected problem. Please write down the pattern you observed and
contact your distributor if you are confronted with an error pattern on the USR LED.
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6.4. Reset Impact Matrix
Erased or Reset Preserved
Impact
Reset Level 1
(user reset)
User(s) LAN IP address + mask
adm password Internet access
Tags Language settings
IO Server config COM settings (modem, etc)
Gateway config Talk2M config + key
eWON Identification Proxy configuration
User Web site Memory configuration
User Scripts
Impact
Reset Level 2
(factory reset)
LAN IP address + mask
Nothing
Internet access
Language settings
COM settings (modem, etc)
Talk2M config + key
Proxy configuration
Memory configuration
User(s)
adm password
Tags
IO Server config
Gateway config
eWON Identification
User Web site
User Scripts
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Appendix A - Connector Pinout & Related
Specifications
Appendix A - Connector Pinout & Related Specifications
A.1 - Main Connector
As shown on the picture, the female mating connector is labeled with the appropriate
symbols.
From right to left
Item Labels Description
Power
Supply
Functional Earth (FE)
See § 2.6 Field Implementation & Environmental Conditions
-
Power in GND - (0V)
+
Power in VDD + (between +12 et +24 VDC)
Related specification see below
Digital Inputs
i
2
Input signal 2 - Related specification see below
i
1
Input signal 1
i
-
Common ground of the inputs (isolated)
Digital Output
O
+
Common of the external predrive power supply
(between +12 and +24 VDC)
O
Output signal
connected to the drain of the MOSFET transistor
O
-
Output signal (0V ground)
connected to the emitter of the MOSFET transistor
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Specifications
- Note -
The maximal tightening torque is 0.25Nm
A.2 - Specification of the External Power Supply
The eWON Flexy must be powered by a safety Limited Power Source (LPS) for use in Class 2 circuits in
accordance with clause 2.5 of UL/IEC 60950-1 Ed2. Standard, 12-24Vdc, 30W min. Certified for 65°C
and for altitudes up to 2000m. The safety LPS is not part of the delivery.
Suggested power supply:
SIEMENS SITOP logo power 24V 2.5A 60W - Siemens order ref: 6EP1332-1SH43
Equivalents are available on the market.
Characteristic Value
Power supply voltage external 12-24 VDC +/- 20%
Max. input power 30W max.
Internal voltage protection max 30V
Input protection protected against polarity inversion
A.3 - Digital Output & Digital Inputs
Characteristic Value
Type of digital output
1
Open drain MOSFET
Max. current (ext. source) 200 mA @ 30 VDC
Isolation (both DI and DO) 1,5 kV
DI voltage range 0 to 24 VDC
DI protection 33 VDC Max
DI OFF state
input voltage range
0 to 5 VDC
DI ON state
input voltage range
10 to 30 VDC
DI ON state
current range
< 2 mA @ 12 VDC to < 6 mA @ 24 VDC
1 When the eWON Flexy reboots, a short phase of ON state is part of the starting process.
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Appendix A - Connector Pinout & Related
Specifications
The digital output is activated by an open drain MOSFET transistor driven by an optocoupler.
The maximum current flow into this transistor has a characteristic above the value specified
in the eWON, in order to cope with the switching power losses.
The transistor used is in an open drain type with predrive. This means the relay power supply
has to be supplied from an external source to the predrive electronics. The diagram next
page shows the external wiring needed for correct operation of the digital output. A relay
has been chosen for this sample application but any load within the specifications can be
used instead.
- Note -
This is a sink only output to ground (the transistor acts like a switch to ground).
A.4 Serial Interface (eWON Flexy 102 & 202)
Characteristic Value
Physical modes RS232/422/485 (1500V galvanic isolation through the power
supply isolation from ground)
Polarization 330 Ω (if polarization & termination are activated)
Termination 120 Ω (if polarization & termination are activated)
SUBD9 male
connector pinout
(eWON side)
Pin # RS232 RS485 RS422
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
-
RXD
TXD
-
GND
-
RTS
CTS
-
-
-
A+
-
GND
-
-
B-
-
-
Rx+
Tx+
-
GND
-
Rx-
Tx-
-
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Specifications
A.5 MPI Interface (eWON Flexy 103 & 203)
Characteristic Value
Physical mode MPI (1500V galvanic isolation through the power supply
isolation from ground)
Baud rates From 9,6 kBauds to 12,0 MBauds
Polarization 100 kΩ
Termination None
SUBD9 female
connector pinout
(eWON side)
Pin # MP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
-
-
B+
-
GND
-
-
A-
-
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Appendix B - Flexy Products Overview
Appendix B - Flexy Products Overview
B.1. Base Units
Routability
Communication interface
Ethernet Only
Switch 4-Ports
Ethernet
& Serial
Ethernet
& MPI
Reference
Availabl
e
Energy
Points (2)
Reference
Available
Energy
Points (2)
Refere
nce
Available
Energy
Points (2)
M2M Router Flexy 201 20 Flexy 202 21 Flexy
203
22
M2M Data
Gateway
Flexy 101 20 Flexy 102 21 Flexy
103
22
B.2. Extension Cards
Picture
Reference
+ Name
Slot
compatibility
Number
supported
(firmware) (1)
Energy
Demand
Points (2)
Installation
Guide
reference
FLA 3301
2 Serial-Ports
●●○○ 2 1 IG-016-0-EN
FLX 3101
Ethernet
10/100
●●●● 1 1 IG-017-0-EN
FLX 3401
8DI-4AI-2DO
●●●● 4 2 IG-018-0-EN
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Appendix B - Flexy Products Overview
Picture
Reference
+ Name
Slot
compatibility
Number
supported
(firmware) (1)
Energy
Demand
Points (2)
Installation
Guide
reference
FLX 3402
8DI-4AI-2DO
●●●● 4 2 IG-018-1-EN
FLB 3202
3G GSM
○○●● 1 10 IG-019-0-EN
FLB 3271
WIFI
○○●● 1 4 IG-020-0-EN
FLA 3501
PSTN
●●○○ 1 2 IG-021-0-EN
FLB3601
USB
○○●● 1 9 IG-024-0-EN
(1) As explained in § 4.4.2 Software Compatibility of Multiple Card Combinations, the number of
cards of the same type that are supported by the firmware is limited to the number stated in
this column.
(2) As explained in § 4.5 Extension Card Power Requirements please make sure the sum of
Energy Demand Points of the extension cards does not exceed the Available Energy Points
at the Base Unit level.
- Important -
Since July 2016, the FLX 3401 has been tagged as End of Life and is being replaced by the FLX
3402
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Revision Information
Revision
Revision History
Revision Level Date Description
1.0 06/03/2015 Initial version
1.1 11/05/2015
Content/label modification
1.2 18/11/2015
New template
1.3 11/01/2016
Modified DO diagram
1.4 27/07/2016
Update of Legal References
1.5 05/09/2016
Energy points added for FLX3402 & FLB3601
Document build number: 6
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