Advantech EDG-4508+ User manual

EDG-4508+
8-Port RS-232/422/485 to
Ethernet Data Gateway
with Front Wiring
EDG-4508R+
8-Port RS-232/422/485 to Ethernet
Data Gateway with Rear Wiring
EDG-4516+
16-Port RS-232/422/485 to
Ethernet Data Gateway
with Front Wiring
EDG-4516R+
16-Port RS-232/422/485 to
Ethernet Data Gateway with
Rear Wiring
User Manual

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Copyright
This documentation and the software included with this product are
copyrighted 2007 by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved.
Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make improvements in the
products described in this manual at any time without notice. No part of
this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any
form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech
Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate
and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for
its use, nor for any infringements of the rights of third parties which may
result from its use.
Acknowledgments
IBM and PC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corpora-
tion. MS-DOS and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other product
names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
CE Notification
The EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ developed by Advantech Co.,
Ltd. has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when oper-
ated within an industrial enclosure . Therefore, in order to protect the
products from being damaged by ESD (Electric Static Discharge), we
strongly recommend the use of CE-compliant industrial enclosure prod-
ucts when using any EDG module.
This manual covers the following models:
• EDG-4508+
• EDG-4516+
• EDG-4508R+
• EDG-4516R+
Part No. 2003450842 6th Edition
Printed in Taiwan June 2007

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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its prod-
ucts will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years
from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or
altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech,
or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper instal-
lation. Advantech assumes no liability under the terms of this warranty as
a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous test-
ing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service. If an
Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will
be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and
freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For
example, CPU speed, Advantech products used, other hardware
and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any
onscreen messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your man-
ual, product, and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return
merchandize authorization) number from your dealer. This allows
us to process your return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and
Replacement Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date
(such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product
returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for war-
ranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and
ship it prepaid to your dealer.

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FCC Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
Technical Support and Assistance
Step 1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support
where you can find the latest information about the product.
Step 2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's cus-
tomer service center for technical support if you need additional
assistance. Please have the following information ready before
you call:
- Product name and serial number
- Description of your peripheral attachments
- Description of your software (operating system, version, appli-
cation software, etc.)
- A complete description of the problem
- The exact wording of any error messages
Packing List
Before setting up the system, check that the items listed below are
included and in good condition. If any item does not accord with the
table, please contact your dealer immediately.
• EDG-4508+ or EDG-4516+ or EDG-4508R+ or EDG-4516R+ x 1
• CD-ROM for driver and utility x 1
• Rack mount kit, including 2 L-shape metal plates and 12 screws
• Power Cable x 1
• 30 cm Serial Connection Cable x 1
• Rubber Spacer x 4
• Terminal Connector x 1

v Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Overview .......................................................... 2
1.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 2
1.2 Features ............................................................................. 3
1.3 Specifications .................................................................... 4
1.4 Packing Checklist.............................................................. 4
Chapter 2 Getting Started ................................................ 6
2.1 Understanding EDG-4508/4516(R)+ Modules ................. 6
2.1.1 Virtual COM Port Mode ................................................ 7
2.1.2 Data Mode ...................................................................... 7
2.1.3 Control Mode ................................................................. 7
2.2 Panel Layout...................................................................... 8
2.3 Connecting Hardware........................................................ 9
2.3.1 Rack Mounting .............................................................. 9
2.3.2 Network Connection ...................................................... 9
2.3.3 Power Supply Connection ........................................... 10
2.3.4 DI/O Connection .......................................................... 10
2.3.5 Serial Port Connection ................................................. 11
2.3.6 Console Port Connection ............................................. 11
2.3.7 Ordering Information ................................................... 11
2.4 Installation ...................................................................... 12
2.4.1 Configuration Utility .................................................... 12
2.4.2 COM Port Mapping Utility .......................................... 16
Chapter 3 Configuration................................................. 20
3.1 Searching EDG Modules................................................. 20
3.2 EDG Modules Connected Devices Group ...................... 24
3.2.1 Deleting Devices .......................................................... 26
3.2.2 Connected Devices Group Functions .......................... 27
3.3 Locking & Unlocking Devices........................................ 27
3.4 Locating the Module ....................................................... 31
3.4.1 Locate a specific device for you .................................. 31
3.4.2 Grouping Locate specific devices for you ................... 32
3.5 Device System Configuration ......................................... 33
3.5.1 Security Configuration -Password Modify .................. 35
3.6 Port Configuration........................................................... 36
3.6.1 Virtual COM mode ...................................................... 41
3.6.2 Data Mode .................................................................... 42
3.6.3 Control Mode ............................................................... 45
3.7 Monitor and Event Configuration ................................... 49
3.7.1 Device Status ............................................................... 49
3.7.2 Event setting ................................................................ 50
3.8 UDP Testing Utility ........................................................ 51
3.9 Updating EDG Firmware ................................................ 55

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Chapter 4 Port Mapping Utility..................................... 58
4.1 Overview ......................................................................... 58
4.2 Virtual COM Port Settings.............................................. 58
4.3 Inquiring Virtual COM Port Setting................................ 62
4.3.1 Self Test Function ........................................................ 62
4.3.2 Save the Configuration ................................................ 65
Chapter 5 Web-Based Configuration ............................ 68
5.1 Overview ......................................................................... 68
5.2 Access Web Page ............................................................ 68
5.3 Network Configuration ................................................... 70
5.4 Port Configuration........................................................... 71
5.4.1 Data Mode .................................................................... 71
5.4.2 Control Mode ............................................................... 72
5.4.3 Port UART setting ....................................................... 72
5.5 DI/O Event Configuration............................................... 73
5.6 Change Password ............................................................ 73
5.7 Reset Configuration......................................................... 74
Chapter 6 Console Configuration .................................. 76
6.1 Overview ......................................................................... 76
6.2 Hyper Terminal Connection............................................ 76
6.3 Command List ................................................................. 79
Chapter 7 Event and DI/O Monitoring ......................... 92
7.1 Overview ......................................................................... 92
7.2 Event and DI/O Monitoring ............................................ 92
7.2.1 Polling Monitoring ....................................................... 92
7.2.2 Event Monitoring ......................................................... 93
7.3 Programming I/O............................................................. 95
Appendix A Pin Assignments .......................................... 100
A.1 RS-232 Pin Assignments............................................... 100
A.2 RJ-48 Cable PIN Assignments...................................... 100
A.2.1 1. RS-422 ................................................................... 101
A.2.2 2. RS-485 ................................................................... 101

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CHAPTER
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Overview

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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides the necessary information to use EDG-4508(R)+
and EDG-4516(R)+. The Advantech Ethernet Data Gateway series (EDG
series) consists of fast and cost-effective data gateways between RS-232/
422/485 and Ethernet interfaces.
EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ are part of the Ethernet Data Gate-
way (EDG) family of multiple port modules. They provide reliable and
cost-effective network connections for serial devices, allowing users to
extend their limited COM ports without changing the architecture of their
existing application (s). EDG immediately upgrades users' existing device
to the Internet world and make it possible for your software to access
serial devices anywhere over a local LAN or the Internet.
To ensure the compatibility of network software that uses the standard
network API(BSD sockets or Winsock), EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-
4516(R)+ also provideTCP/UDP control and TCP/UDP data mode. These
units upgrade your existing device for integration into the Internet world
and makes your serial devices behave just like networking devices.
EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ provide 8 and 16 serial ports respec-
tively, that can be easily configured. To increase the reliability of sys-
tems, EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ provide various significant
functions:
• Auto-reconnection and Host Idle
• IP access control
• Support for Baud rates up to 230 kbps, meeting today's demand for
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1.2 Features
• Supports 8/16 channels (8 Channels for EDG-4508(R)+, 16 Channels
for EDG-4516(R)+).
• Supports RS-232/422/485
• Versatile socket operation modes, including TCP control mode, UDP
control mode, TCP data mode, and UDP data mode.
• 4 DI/O for alarm handling
• Web-based configuration
• Auto-reconnection: automatic connection recovery to network
• LEDs for power status and all ports Tx/Rx monitoring
• Console mode configuration
• Supports front wiring access for EDG-4508+ and EDG-4516+, rear
wiring access for EDG-4508R+ and EDG-4516R+
• Easy-to-use Windows Utility for mass installation and remote control

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1.3 Specifications
• I/O controller: 16C654 or compatible (auto hardware flow control)
• LAN Speed: 100Base-TX (10/100 Mbps)
• Ethernet Connection: RJ-45
• Serial: RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485
• Serial Connection: RJ-48
• DI/O: programmable 4DI,4DO for extra control
• Signals: TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, RI, GND(RS-232)
TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND(RS-422)
Data+, Data-, GND(RS-485)
• Baud rate: 50 ~ 230 kbps
• Data bits: 5, 6, 7, 8
• Stop bits: 1, 1.5, 2
• Parity: none, even, odd, space, mark
• Max. Windows Virtual Port: 255
• Utility: EDG II Configuration Utility
• OS Driver support: Windows NT/2000/XP
• Power requirements: 90 V AC ~ 260 V AC, 47 ~ 63 Hz
• Power consumption: 22W(EDG-4516)
18W(EDG-4508)
• Operating temperature: 0° ~ 55° C (32° ~ 131° F)
• Serial protection: 15,000 V ESD
1.4 Packing Checklist
• EDG-4508+ or EDG-4516+ or EDG-4508R+ or EDG-4516R+ x 1
• CD-ROM for driver and utility x 1
• Rack mount kit, include 2 L-shape metal plates and 12 screws
• Power Cable x 1
• 30cm Serial Connect Cable x 1
• Rubber Spacer x 4
• Terminal Connector x 1

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CHAPTER
2
Getting Started

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Chapter 2 Getting Started
This chapter includes information about installing EDG-4508(R)+ and
EDG-4516(R)+ The following covered:
• Understanding the EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+
• Connecting Hardware
• Configuration Utility and COM port mapping Utility installation
2.1 Understanding EDG-4508/4516(R)+ Modules
EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ are advanced Ethernet data gateway
units. They extend traditional COM ports of a PC to Ethernet access.
Through Ethernet networking, users can control and monitor remote
serial devices and equipment over LAN or WAN. Since EDG-4508(R)+
and EDG-4516(R)+ are connected with the TCP/IP protocol, you will
have to know fundamental facts about Ethernet networking to get the
server setup correctly. To allow for easier configuration, we provide sev-
eral system configuration methods such as Configuration Utility, Web
Configuration and Console mode Configuration. More details will be
available in the following chapters.
EDG -4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ come with a virtual COM driver
that transmits all signals intact. Your existing COM-based applications
can be preserved, without in additional modification. EDG-4508(R)+
and EDG-4516(R)+ also provide various Socket modes: TCP/UDP con-
trol mode and TCP/UDP data mode. The main different of TCP and UDP
protocol is that TCP guarantees delivery of data by requiring the recipient
to send and acknowledge to the sender. UDP doesn’t require this verifica-
tion.
Traditional serial devices use RS-232/422/485 interface to issue com-
mands or transmits data to another one. Many of these devices will be
constrained by the length of wire. With the EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-
4516(R)+, you are now able to communicate with each other via Internet.
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2.1.1 Virtual COM Port Mode
EDG series provide a virtual COM driver that works on Windows NT/
2000/XP systems. This driver establishes a transparent connection
between Host and serial devices. The driver will be installed on your
computer automatically while you install COM port mapping utility. You
have to use COM port mapping utility to configure the mapping between
the EDG serial ports and local COM ports on the host computer.
2.1.2 Data Mode
In Data mode, EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ can establish the a
TCP connection to a pre-defined host computer or device while serial
data arrives. EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ will terminate the
connection by the setting of Data Idle Timeout. This operation mode
supports 4 simultaneous connections. The Data mode provides a certain
amount of transparence and flexibility in transmitting data between
devices. If you wan to transmit data to any networking device from serial
device directly, data mode is a very perfect selection.
In data mode, the data from the serial port of one EDG-4508(R)+ and
EDG-4516(R)+ can be automatically sent to the other networking device,
without the need for an intermediate PC. Thus, serial devices will be no
longer bundled with operation system and behave like network devices to
send /receive data via Ethernet.
2.1.3 Control Mode
In controlling mode, the EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+ presents a
modem interface to the attached serial device: it accepts AT-style modem
commands to connect / disconnect to other networking device. If you
want serial device running application program to connect/disconnect to
different devices by request, you can use controlling mode.
The controlling mode provides three modem AT-style commands. The
serial devices can use these commands to control EDG-4508(R)+ and
EDG-4516(R)+ to connect or disconnect to remote networking device.
Thus, intelligent serial devices such as stand-alone PLC will send /receive
data to/from devices one by one via Ethernet.

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2.2 Panel Layout
Default Setting Button: press Default Setting button continuously and
press the Reset button for to load factory defaults. This will cause the
status LED to blink on and off. The factory defaults will be loaded while
the LED stops blinking and buzzer buzzed. You can release the Default
Setting button.

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2.3 Connecting Hardware
This section introduces how to connect EDG-4508(R)+ or EDG-
4516(R)+ to serial devices for first time.
2.3.1 Rack Mounting
2.3.2 Network Connection
Connect the Ethernet cable to EDG-4508(R)+ or EDG-4516(R)+
Ethernet port. There are 2 LED indicator located on front panel to show
the Ethernet status. If the cable is connected correctly, the LAN LED will
indicate a valid connection to the Ethernet in the following ways:
LED Status Description
Speed Green 100M bps
Off 10M bps
Link/Active Off No Ethernet data being received or trans-
mitted
Blinking Ethernet data being received/transmitted
Note Speed LED will keep the last status even though the
Ethernet cable is disconnected. While EDG reboot or
re-plug in the Ethernet cable, EDG will detect
Ethernet LAN speed.

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2.3.3 Power Supply Connection
Connect EDG-4508(R)+ or EDG-4516(R)+ AC power line with its AC
connector. If the power is properly supplied, you can turn on the power
switch and the Power LED will show a green color.
2.3.4 DI/O Connection

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2.3.5 Serial Port Connection
Connect the serial data cable, OPT1A or OPT1D, between EDG series
and the serial devices.
2.3.6 Console Port Connection
Connect to Consol port using directly cable with DB9 connector. Refer to
Chapter 6 for details.
2.3.7 Ordering Information
EDG-4508+
8-port RS-232/422/485 to Ethernet Data Gateway with Front Wiring
EDG-4508R+
8-port RS-232/422/485 to Ethernet Data Gateway with Rear Wiring
EDG-4516+
16-port RS-232/422/485 to Ethernet Data Gateway with Front Wiring
EDG-4516R+
16-port RS-232/422/485 to Ethernet Data Gateway with Rear Wiring
Communication Cable RJ48 to DB9 30cm (OPT-1D)
30 cm RJ48 to DB9 M-Type RS-232/422/485 Cable
Communication Cable RJ48 to DB9 1m (OPT-1A)
1m RJ48 to DB9 M-Type RS-232/422/485 Cable
Terminal Connector (1654909900)
Terminal Connector for Test Usage
LED Status Description
Tx (Port N)
N= 1~8/16
Blinking Serial port data being transmitted
Off No data being transmitted
Rx (Port N)
N= 1~8/16
Blinking Serial port data being received
Off No data being received

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2.4 Installation
2.4.1 Configuration Utility
In order to use a PC and an Ethernet network to control serial devices
connected to the EDG-4508(R)+ and EDG-4516(R)+, you must first have
a host running Windows NT/2000/XP. This type of application also
requires the host to have an Ethernet card and the TCP/IP protocol
installed. The following are the required steps for EDG-4508(R)+ and
EDG-4516(R)+.
1. Insert the Advantech industrial communication CD-ROM into the
drive (e.g. D:\) on the host PC. Change the host computer's default drive
from C: to D:
2. Use your Windows Explorer or the Windows Run command to execute
the Setup program (the path for the Setup program on the CD-ROM if
your default CD drive is D: should be):
D:\Device Server(EDG)\Utility&Driver\EDG COMPort Configuration
Utility\V2.xx\98_NT_2000_XP v2.00 b014
3. Upon executing the setup program, the Welcome Dialog Box will pop-
up. Press the "Next" button to continue.

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4. Carefully read the Software License Agreement, and press "Yes" to
continue.

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5. The Setup program will specify a default installation path, C:\Program
Files\Advantech\EDG COMPort Utility.
6. In this step, you may select a specific program folder or just use the
default setting and press "Next".