Communication
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Multiple VMX-Synergy Plus
TM
to PLC
7.1.2 Modbus Communications Configuration
The Modbus communication settings may be configured from the Device menu:
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Device >> Networks >> Modbus Network Settings >> Address (1 – 32)
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Device >> Networks >> Modbus Network Settings >> Baud (9600 – 115200)
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Device >> Networks >> Modbus Network Settings >> Parity (Odd/Even)
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(Data bits = 8, Stop bits = 1)
The communication parameters should be set before connecting the Modbus master.
Both RJ45 sockets
VMX-SGY-035
(Terminator)
VMX-Synergy Plus #1 VMX-Synergy Plus #2 VMX-Synergy Plus #n
Ensure all units (including the PLC) have the same Baud rate and Parity.
Each VMX-Synergy Plus
TM
and the PLC must be set to different address numbers (1 to 32)