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Settings for SkyVUE Pro and Ethernet convertor as shipped
1)
As supplied the SkyVUE Pro is connected for Ethernet use. It is setup for connection to the Ethernet
convertor using RS485 half-duplex mode, other settings are defaults. RS485 mode is used to allow
parallel connection of a local serially connected PC or datalogger, contact Campbell Scientific for
more information of these options.
2)
The Moxa convertor as supplied is set to operate in “TCP” terminal server mode. The Moxa Interface
is set to communicate via serial port 1, using RS-485 2-wire mode. Other settings, which are the
defaults match the SkyVUE Pro defaults settings, e.g. baud rate etc.
3)
The Moxa Ethernet port is set to its default static IP address of 192.168.127.254 with the SkyVUE Pro
connected to serial port 1 which is mapped to TCP port 4001 at that IP address.
4)
The user will usually need to change the settings to suit their network. It may be necessary to change
the Ethernet mask and enter a gateway too (check with local IT support). It is also possible to
configure the Moxa to allow multiple remote connections to be made to the same sensor.
5)
To change these settings, connect a PC to the Ethernet socket on the Moxa convertor and
communicate with it using a web browser using the address: http://192.168.127.254. The PC will
need to be configured so its IP settings allows it to connect to the 192.168.127.254 as a local
address. Once connected a web based menu system will be presented which allows you to change
the IP address of the box and setup security settings to prevent further unauthorised changes. If you
are not familiar with the setup of terminal servers please refer to the Moxa User manual, which can
be downloaded from here:
https://www.moxa.com/en/support/product-support/software-and-documentation
The model supplied is normally the 5230A-T. This has a second serial port which can be used to
connect other sensors or a datalogger to the same Ethernet connection.
Note
: The SkyVUE Pro can be configured for message type, message interval and other parameters
using the USB port without disturbing any communications settings.
