CE Mark .....................................................................................................................................................v
About this product and manual.......................................................................................................................vi
About this manual......................................................................................................................................vi
Box contents ............................................................................................................................................ vii
Cautions and warnings ................................................................................................................................ viii
Cautions and warnings............................................................................................................................ viii
Cautions.................................................................................................................................................. viii
SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial Device Server ...............................................................................................................1
In this section..............................................................................................................................................1
General description .........................................................................................................................................2
Features ......................................................................................................................................................2
SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial part numbers........................................................................................................3
Standard models .........................................................................................................................................3
In this section..............................................................................................................................................7
Connecting an alarm fixture..........................................................................................................................15
DIP switch position descriptions ..............................................................................................................19
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Section III ...............................................................................................................................................................21
In this section............................................................................................................................................21
Device Server configuration..........................................................................................................................23
Web access ...............................................................................................................................................23
IP trap manager submenu .........................................................................................................................39
System restore submenu...........................................................................................................................41
System restore ..........................................................................................................................................41
System reset..............................................................................................................................................41
Section IV ...............................................................................................................................................................43
Serial IP Redirector Software .................................................................................................................................43
In the section.............................................................................................................................................43
Serial IP redirect software description ..........................................................................................................44
COM port usage .......................................................................................................................................44
What is needed?........................................................................................................................................45
Installing serial IP redirector software ..........................................................................................................46
Creating virtual COM ports...........................................................................................................................51
Control panel ............................................................................................................................................51
Virtual COM port creation .......................................................................................................................52
COM Port configuration...........................................................................................................................52
If the wizard fails......................................................................................................................................55
If the wizard is successful.........................................................................................................................55
In this section............................................................................................................................................57
Troubleshooting problem and corrective action table ...................................................................................58
In this section............................................................................................................................................59
Copper DB-9 (RS-232) serial cable specifications........................................................................................60
What is RS-232 (DB-9)? ..........................................................................................................................60
In this section............................................................................................................................................63
Technical support .....................................................................................................................................64
Live Web chat...........................................................................................................................................64
Index .......................................................................................................................................................................73
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class A
devices, pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy; therefore,
if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this
document, could cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference; the user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s
own expense.
CE Mark
CE Marking (European Conformity): This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment, this product could cause radio interference; as a result, the user
may be required to take adequate preventative measures.
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Device server
Term/usage
About this
manual
The SDSFE31XX-100 Industrial Device Server design provides a DB-9 (RS-232)
connection over fiber cables, where the connecting device has an RS-232 interface.
The Device Server enables serial devices, such as CNCs (computer numerical controls) and PLCs (programmable logic controllers) to connect instantly to an
existing Fast Ethernet network. The Serial-to-Ethernet Device Server represents a
robust solution for device controllers used by MIS personnel.
In this manual, the term “Device Server” (first letter upper case) refers to the
SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial RS-232-to-100Base-FX Industrial Device Server;
“device server” (first letter lower case) refers to other device servers.
This manual provides instructions on how to install, configure, and operate the
SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial RS-232-to-100Base-FX Industrial Device Server.
Manual
structure
This manual has a beginning table of contents; also, at the beginning of each section
there is a table of contents. As you traverse the manual, note the side headings. These
side headings make it easier to find specific information. The manual sections are as
follows:
Section Description
I Device Server general and physical descriptions, and features.
II Installation: describes mounting and wiring the Device Server for
operation.
III Operation: LED functionality and configuration software.
IV How to instruction on: Serial IP Redirector Software installation,
software upgrades, and creating virtual COM ports.
V Troubleshooting: in a table format, show problem causes and
potential solutions.
VI Cable Specifications: presents RS-232 serial cable and fiber cable
specifications.
VII Tells how to contact Transition Networks, product warranty and
product conformity information.
Appendix A Presents product specifications, notices, and warnings.
Index Provides navigation information to specific content in this manual.
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Cautions and warnings
Cautions and
warnings
Cautions
Make sure that you read and understand all content identified by these two symbols:
Cautions and warnings appear here and throughout this manual where appropriate.
Failure to read and understand the information identified by the “caution” and
“warning” symbols could result in poor equipment performance, damage to
equipment, or injury to persons.
Cautions indicate the possibility of damage to equipment.
CAUTION
Make sure that the Device Server is mounted with proper space around it for
ventilation (heat dissipation). Failure to observe this caution could result in
damage to the Device Server.
CAUTION
Please exercise caution when using power tools. Do not install this unit in damp
or wet locations, or in close proximity to very hot surfaces. Failure to observe
this caution could result in damage to the Device Server and cables.
CAUTION
Only qualified persons should install the Device Server. Failure to observe this
caution could result in poor performance or damage to the Device Server.
CAUTION
Install the Device Server in an environment where the temperature range is from
0ºC to 70ºC (32º to 158º F), with relative humidity of 5% to 90%, noncondensing. Failure to observe this caution could result in poor Device Server
performance.
CAUTION
DO NOT install the Device Server in areas where strong electromagnetic fields
(EMF) exist. Failure to observe this caution could result in poor Device Server
performance and data corruption.
CAUTION
The Device Server must be mounted to a well-grounded surface. Failure to
observe this caution could result in EMI problems.
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Cautions and warnings, continued
CAUTION
When connecting DC power wires to the terminal-block plug, pay close
attention to the polarity markings shown near the terminal block of the Device
Server. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the equipment.
CAUTION
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product could cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
corrective measures.
Warnings
Warnings indicate the possibility of injury to persons.
WARNING
Be sure to disconnect power before installing and wiring the Device Server.
Failure to observe this warning could result in an electrical shock.
WARNING
Fiber optics: Visible and invisible laser radiation when open: DO NOT stare
into the beam, or directly view the beam with optical instruments. Failure to
observe this warning could result in an eye injury or blindness.
WARNING
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
General description 2
SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial part numbers 3
Physical description 4
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General description
Overview
Features
The SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial Device Server features complete Ethernet and
TCP/IP network support that allows devices in industry with RS-232 connectors,
(milling machines, measurement instruments, and robots) to connect to LAN-based
automation. Other devices typically found on campus networks such as card readers,
code readers, lab equipment, medical equipment, and other similar serial devices can
now instantly migrate to a TCP/IP network.
Additionally, the Device Server enables monitoring and managing up to 4,096 serial
devices from a single PC, with help from the serial IP Redirector software.
The SDSFE31xx-100 Industrial Device Server has the following operational
features:
• Fast Ethernet fiber port, 100Mbps
• Serial port with asynchronous data rates up to 115.2 Kbps
• Relay output for power failure and link down
• ST/SC connectors for multimode or SC connector for single mode
• Extends distance of up to 2km (1.2 miles) multimode fiber and 80 km (49.7 miles)
Device Server mounting location 8
DIN rail clip and DIN rail mounting 9
Grounding the Device Server 11
Connecting power to the Device Server 12
Connecting an alarm fixture 15
Connecting fiber cables 17
Connecting DB-9 cable 18
DIP switches 19
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Device Service mounting location
Installation
considerations
Installation
cautions
The location selected to install the Device Server can greatly affect its performance.
When selecting a site, consider the following:
• Install the Device Server in a fairly cool and dry place. See Technical
Specifications for the acceptable temperature and humidity operating ranges.
• Install the Device Server in a location free from strong electromagnetic field
generators (such as motors).
• Do not expose or subject the Device Server to vibration, dust, and direct exposure
to sunlight.
• Leave at least 5cm (1.97 in) of space at the front and rear of the unit for
ventilation.
• To prevent the Device Server from sliding around affix the provided rubber pads
to the bottom plate or mount the device to a DIN Rail.
Observe the following cautions when installing the Device Server.
CAUTION
Only qualified persons should install the Device Server. Failure to observe this
caution could result in poor performance or damage to the Device Server.
CAUTION
Install the Device Server in an operating environment where the temperature
range is from 0ºC to 70ºC (32º to 158º F), with relative humidity of 5% to 90%,
non-condensing. Failure to observe this caution could result in poor Device
Server performance.
CAUTION
DO NOT install the Device Server in areas where strong electromagnetic fields
(EMF) exist. Failure to observe this caution could result in poor Device Server
performance and data corruption.
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DIN rail clip and DIN rail mounting
Mounting the
DIN rail clip
The aluminum DIN Rail Clip should already be mounted to the back panel of the
Device Server. If you need to attach the DIN Rail Clip, position the stiff-metal spring
as shown in Figure 3.
DIN rail and
device server
mounting
considerations
Figure 3: Mounted DIN Rail Clip
Consider the following before mounting the DIN rail to a surface and attaching the
Device Server:
• The surface must support at least 1,000 gm (2.2 lbs) for the Device Server.
• Do not place heavy objects on the Device Server.
CAUTION
Mount the Device Server with proper spacing around it for ventilation (heat
dissipation). Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the
Device Server.
CAUTION
Please exercise caution when using power tools. Do not install this unit in damp
or wet locations, or in close proximity to very hot surfaces. Failure to observe
this caution could result in damage to the Device Server and cables.
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Grounding the Device Server
WARNING
Be sure to disconnect power before installing and wiring the Device Server.
Failure to observe this warning could result in an electrical shock.
Wiring
considerations
The following wiring considerations are recommended:
• Use separate paths to route wiring for power and device data cables. If power
wiring and device data cables must cross make sure that the wires are
perpendicular at the intersection point.
• Do not run signal or communications wiring and power wiring in the same wire
conduit. To avoid interference, wires with different signal characteristics route
separately.
• Use the type of signal transmitted through a wire to determine which wires should
be kept separate. The rule of thumb is wiring that shares similar electrical
characteristics can be bundled together.
• Keep input and output wiring separated.
• Label the wiring to all devices in the system for clarity.
Device server
grounding
CAUTION
The Device Server must be mounted to a well-grounded surface. Failure to
observe this caution could result in EMI problems.
The Device Server can eliminate the effects of noise due to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) via proper grounding. Always run the ground connection from
the ground screw to a grounding surface before connecting DC power. See Figure 5.
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Connecting power to the Device Server
Redundant
power
Dual (redundant) power inputs can be connected simultaneously to live DC power
sources. See Figure 6. If one power source fails, the other live source acts as a
backup, and automatically supplies the Device Server with power.
Figure 6: Redundant Power Connections
IMPORTANT
• Power is supplied through an external DC power source. Check the Technical
Specification section for information about the DC power input voltage.
•
The Device Server does not include a power switch; therefore, plugging a wired
and active terminal-block plug into its terminal block will immediately power UP
the unit.
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Connecting power to the Device Server, continued
CAUTION
When connecting DC power wires to the terminal-block plug, pay close
attention to the polarity markings shown near the terminal block of the Device
Server. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the device.
Terminal-block
plug wiring
To wire the six-contact-terminal-block plug for redundant power, do the following:
Note: The six-contact-terminal-block plug is constructed (keyed) to mate with the
Device Server terminal block. When wiring the plug for power, use the
polarity markings next to the terminal block on top of the Device Server to
ensure proper connection.
Step Action
1. Turn the external power source OFF.
2. Strip the power wires as required.
3. Insert one stripped power wire into the terminal-block plug, Observe
polarity. See Figure 7.
4. Secure the wire using a flathead screwdriver by tightening the contact
screw. See Figure 7.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until all wires are installed and secured.
Figure 7: Six-Contact-Terminal-Block Plug (Primary/Redundant Power Wiring)