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10 

Command 

value 

Response 

Description 

AT

 

--

 

OK

 

Test RS232 
communication with 
module

 

Node Address =

<value>

 

<value> = 

0 : automatic 

node address  
<

value

> 1 thru 247 : 

Static address range 
 

 

>Node Addr = 

value 

Where value = new address assigned to 
the Node 

Set the node address to 
either automatic or 
static address 

NwId=<

value

<value> = 

1 through 15

 

>NwID = <

value

value = new value for Network ID 

Set the network ID. 
Must have the same 
value for all modules 
in the same network 

Nw Scan 

-- 


     Node Address=

addr

, Hops= 

hops 

returns the address and hop count for 
each node  

 
 

Performs a live Scan 
and report the address 
and hop count for all 
nodes in the current 
network 

ver 

-- 

>NW Stack Ver=x.xx 
>Modbus Stack Ver=x.xx 

Returns the version 
number of the modbus 
stack and network 
stack 

Blink Led = 
<

addr

>,<

time

<

value

> = remote node 

address 
<

time

> = duration in 

seconds to keep blinking 
the LED on remote node. 
If time = 0 , the Led will 
blink forever 

>OK :  
 Node blink command sent successfully 
 
>ERROR : Destination not found 
  Unable to locate remote node 
 

Blink the Red LED on 
remote node for a 
predetermined amount 
of time 

Factory Defaults =!Sutron!   
 

-- 

OK 

Restores all settings to 
factory defaults 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Optional Mounting Bracket Kit (2911-1395) 

 

Summary of Contents for ModbusLink-M

Page 1: ...ModbusLink M ModbusLink S OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE MANUAL Part No 8800 1197 Revision 1 0 April 1 2013...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...on 6 Modbus Connections 6 ModbusLink Network basics 6 Setup 8 Configuring ModbusLink 9 Optional Mounting Bracket Kit 2911 1395 10 Quick Start Guide 12 Verifying Communication 12 6 Troubleshooting and...

Page 4: ...ensor directly it will try to discover a route to the destination via intermediate ModbusLink S modules Features 300 meters LOS range longer ranges possible via intermediate nodes mesh networking Very...

Page 5: ...tainer and visually inspect the unit for signs of damage during shipment Report any such damage to the factory immediately to ensure a prompt response and resolution Retain one shipping container in t...

Page 6: ...ogger sensor over RS 485 a 5 terminal connector is provided The module can also be provided external power via the 5 pin connector Please refer to Table 1 for a detailed description of the connector T...

Page 7: ...dbus over RS485 B Red 8 16v dc power input Black Power Ground Battery Connections The ModbusLink M S has an internal battery to power the unit however external power 8 16v dc can be applied to J3 If e...

Page 8: ...se of simplicity the Network ID can be represented by an imaginary physical wire connecting each ModbusLink module to other ModbusLink modules within radio range having an identical Network ID in a me...

Page 9: ...te Once a route has been established data can be sent through the route to the destination node Data messages are never broadcast to conserve power They are only addressed to a single node unicast whi...

Page 10: ...is connected to the ModbusLink S at power up Also ensure that the modbus communication parameters like baud parity etc of the sensor are the same as ModbusLink S module If the parameters are differen...

Page 11: ...lue CR LF Command value Response Description AT OK Test RS232 communication with module Modbus Com value value RS232 RS485 Modbus Com value Where value the new modbus com port Set Modbus communication...

Page 12: ...s returns the address and hop count for each node Performs a live Scan and report the address and hop count for all nodes in the current network ver NW Stack Ver x xx Modbus Stack Ver x xx Returns the...

Page 13: ...1 The optional mounting bracket kit provides an easy way to mount the ModbusLink modules to a 1 5 standard pipe The kit includes the mounting plates alignment bracket and u bolts hose clamps and screw...

Page 14: ...arity types To change the Network ID issue command NwID Network Id Power cycle the device Node Address config The ModbusLink S modules can be configured to operate in 2 address modes 1 Static address...

Page 15: ...of the Modbus sensor If using automatic address mode ensure that the Modbus sensor is powered and connected to the ModbusLink S module before powering it up Power cycle the ModbusLink S module Ensure...

Page 16: ...aud Rates 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 Parity Odd Even None Mechanical Environmental Enclosure 5 x 4 x 2 NEMA rated enclosure Weight 400gms including battery Temperature 40C to 60C Power Input optional...

Page 17: ...th our Integrated Systems Division and Engineering Division for additional assistance Introductory Training Training is an important part of the Sutron Customer Service philosophy The Sutron training...

Page 18: ...shall pay transportation for the return of the repaired equipment to the customer when the validity of the damage claim has been established Otherwise Sutron will prepay shipment and bill the custome...

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