4 • Solution
Application note
A206000
4.2 Configure the Buscoupler
a.
Remove the buscoupler plastic housing by using a small
screwdriver to release the tabs on the bottom (metal back) and
slide the large housing off the base.
b.
Set the 2 wire/ 4 wire connection switches to 4 WIRE MODE.
c.
Set up the dip switches marked FR and P as follows.
Switch P -
1,2,3, Down
4,5,6, UP
7,8 Down
Switch FR - 1,2,3 UP
4,5,6 Down
* this sets the buscoupler for 19.2 K Baud, extended function
mode. Watch dog ON, 3x end of frame, error check ON.
4.3 Installation of the WinTech (TM) Modscan software
* this software can be obtained from:
Win Tech Software
P.O. Box 907
Lewisburg, WV 24901
304-645-5966
http://win-tech.com
a.
Connect the cable from the B&B converter to COM 2 of your
computer. Run Modscan.
Click on Setup, then Serial, configure the software for COM 2,
19.2KB, Lenght 8, Stop Bit 1, Parity None.
Select OK
Select Action from the menu bar. Select Start Poll. This puts the
buscoupler on line. Verify operation by viewing the Tx and Rx
lights on the WAGO Modbus buscoupler.
