TS-EPS
Installation Instructions
Franklin Fueling Systems • 3760 Marsh Rd. • Madison, WI 53718 USA
Tel: +1 608 838 8786 • 800 225 9787 • Fax: +1 608 838 6433 • www.franklinfueling.com
Contents
Important Safety Messages .............................................................................................. 3
Introduction ........................................................................................................................4
Scope ........................................................................................................................................4
Abbreviations and Acronyms ....................................................................................................4
Tools and Supplies Needed ......................................................................................................4
Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................4
Network Congurations .................................................................................................... 5
Frame Relay Networks .............................................................................................................5
Cable/DSL Connections ............................................................................................................5
Programming .....................................................................................................................6
Programming an TS-EPS using the Port Server Utility and Internet Explorer ..........................6
SSA Settings ......................................................................................................................7
TS-EPS Diagnostics ..........................................................................................................8
Notice
FFS reserves the right to change this document and specications at any time without notice. FFS makes no expressed
or implied warranty with regard to the contents of this manual. FFS assumes no liability for errors or omissions, or for any
damages, direct or consequential, that result from the use of this document or the equipment that it describes.
Contacting Franklin Fueling Systems (FFS)
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Franklin Fueling Systems
3760 Marsh Rd.
Madison, WI 53718 USA
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Copyright ©2012 by Franklin Fueling Systems. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of FFS.
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Important Safety Messages
FFS equipment is designed to be installed in association with volatile hydrocarbon liquids such as gasoline and diesel
fuel. Installing or working on this equipment means working in an environment in which these highly ammable liquids may
be present. Working in such a hazardous environment presents a risk of severe injury or death if these instructions and
standard industry practices are not followed. Read and follow all instructions thoroughly before installing or working on this,
or any other related equipment.
As you read this guide, please be aware of the following symbols and their meanings.
Warning
Caution
Danger
Warning
Warning
This symbol identies a warning. A warning sign will appear in the text of this document when a potentially
hazardous situation may arise if the instructions that follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially hazardous
situation may involve the possibility of severe bodily harm or even death.
This is a caution symbol. A caution sign will appear in the text of this document when a potentially hazardous
environmental situation may arise if the instructions that follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially
hazardous environmental situation may involve the leakage of fuel from equipment that could severely harm
the environment.
This symbol identies an electrical danger. An electrical danger sign will appear in the text of this document
when a potentially hazardous situation involving large amounts of electricity may arise if the instructions that
follow are not adhered to closely. A potentially hazardous situation may involve the possibility of electrocution,
severe bodily harm, or even death.
Follow all applicable codes governing the installation and servicing of this product and the entire
system. Always lock out and tag electrical circuit breakers while installing or servicing this equipment
and any related equipment. A potentially lethal electrical shock hazard and the possibility of an
explosion or re from a spark can result if the electrical circuit breakers are accidentally turned on
during installation or servicing.
Follow all federal, state and local laws governing the installation of this product and its associated
systems. When no other regulations apply, follow NFPA codes 30, 30A and 70 from the National Fire
Protection Association. Failure to follow these codes could result in severe injury, death, serious
property damage and/or environmental contamination.
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Introduction
The TS-EPS (Tank Sentinel - Ethernet Port Server) and
TS-EPS-N (Tank Sentinel - Ethernet Port Server - Null)
provide communication to an ATG (Automatic Tank Gauge)
through a LAN (Local Area Network). The TS-EPS uses a
10 Base-T network conguration and communicates with
the ATG using the RS-232 protocol, which allows the user
to communicate to the ATG remotely, without the need for
a phone line, using INCON’s System Sentinel, System
Sentinel AnyWare, or other software application.
There are two versions of the TS-EPS: the TS-EPS and
the TS-EPS-N. The TS-EPS is packaged with a DB-9M
to DB-9F straight serial cable and congured to connect
to any Franklin Fueling Systems ATG. The TS-EPS-N is
packaged with a DB-9F to DB-25M null modem cable and
is congured to connect to a Veeder Root TLS-350, TLS250 or other manufacturer’s ATG.
Hardware Installation
1. Record the IP address that will be used for this device.
The IP address will be useful when working with a
multiple IP node site.
Scope
The scope of this document is limited to the installation
and connection of the TS-EPS or TS-EPS-N.
Abbreviations and Acronyms
ATG - Automatic Tank Gauge
DHCP - Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol
FFS – Franklin Fueling Systems
IP - Internet Protocol
ISP - Internet Service Provider
LAN - Local Area Network
PC - Personal Computer
SSA - System Sentinel AnyWare
TS-EPS - Tank Sentinel - Ethernet Port Server
TS-EPS-N - Tank Sentinel - Ethernet Port Server - Null
Tools and Supplies Needed
• 10 Base-T network (Cat-5) cable with RJ-45 connectors
– to connect the EPS to a LAN
• Mounting hardware
• PC with a null modem adaptor/cable or connected to a
LAN
The network administrator will need to provide the
following information for programming the EPS:
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Gateway and Destination IP
Figure 1: TS-EPS Ethernet Connection Side
Figure 2: TS-EPS Serial Cable Connection Side
2. Assemble the TS-EPS unit in the following order (see
Figure 2):
a). Connect the serial interface cable (provided)
from the male serial connection socket on the
TS-EPS to: Comm 1 on a FFS ATG, the RS-232
card on a TLS-350, or the appropriate port on
another manufacturer’s ATG. Some models may
need a DB-9 to DB-25 adaptor (also known as a
“gender changer”).
b). Plug one end of a RJ-45, 10 Base-T Ethernet
cable into the TS-EPS LAN Port and the other
end into the server or server hub.
c). Plug the power adapter into the back of the TS-
EPS and the 115 VAC plug into an electrical
outlet. There is no on / off power switch. As
soon as the TS-EPS is connected to the power
source, the device is active.
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