KMC Controls
Revision J
Installing the controllers
Modbus (optional)
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Modbus (optional)
Connect Modus slave controllers to a KMD-5205 or KMD-5270 at the RS-485
connector. The Modbus network uses shielded twisted pair cable to connect
controllers together. To set up the controller, see
and
Setting up for Modbus networks
for configuration details.
Modbus wiring
Connect Modbus slave devices to the
RS-485
connector. Use approved shielded
cable and the following principles when connecting a controller to a Modbus
network:
◆
Use 18 gauge, twisted pair, shielded cable with capacitance of no more than
50 picofarads per foot for all network wiring. Belden cable model #82760
meets the cable requirements.
◆
Connect the
A
terminal of the KMD controller in parallel with the minus (-)
terminals on the Modbus devices.
◆
Connect the
B
terminal of the KMD controller in parallel with the plus (+)
terminals on the Modbus devices.
◆
Connect the shields of the cable together at each controller.
◆
Connect the shield to an earth ground at one end only.
◆
Place a KMD-5567 surge surpressor in the cable where it exits a building.
Note
In addition to these Modus wiring requirements, verify equipment specific
Modbus wiring requirements in the manuals supplied with the Modus devices.
Illustration 2-4 Connecting the Modbus network
A
B
G
+
-
+
-
B
G
+
+
A
Ground shield in
one place only.
KMD-5205 or
KMD-5270
with Modbus
Modbus
devices