Evco EVlinking Wi-Fi User guide

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EVlinking Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi Module
Installer manual | ENGLISH
Code 44IF25TWXE404

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IMPORTANT
Read this document carefully before installation and before using the device and take all the prescribed precautions. Keep this document with the device for
future consultation. Only use the device in the ways described in this document.

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Index
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
. Initial information ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
.2 Main features ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
.3 Schematic diagram .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2 DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Description EVIF25TWX ................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Description EVIF25SWX ................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3 MEASUREMENTS AND INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
3. Measurements and installation EVIF25TWX ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.2 Measurements and installation EVIF25SWX ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
4. Example of controller label ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Electrical connection of EVIF25TWX to a controller able to power EVlinking Wi-Fi .................................................................................................... 6
4.3 Electrical connection of EVIF25TWX to a controller unable to power EVlinking Wi-Fi ................................................................................................. 6
4.4 Electrical connection of EVIF25SWX to a controller able to power EVlinking Wi-Fi .................................................................................................... 7
4.5 Electrical connection of EVIF25SWX to a controller unable to power EVlinking Wi-Fi ................................................................................................. 7
5 FIRST-TIME USE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5. First-time use of EVlinking Wi-Fi ....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.2 Description of the EVlinking Wi-Fi LEDs .............................................................................................................................................................
5.3 First access to the cloud server ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2
6 SUBSEQUENT USES .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
6. Subsequent uses of EVlinking Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
6.2 Subsequent accesses to the cloud server .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
7 RESETTING THE FACTORY SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

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1INTRO UCTION
1.1 Initial information
EVlinking Wi-Fi is a hardware module with Wi-Fi connectivity that can be connected to our EPoCA compatible controllers to access the functions of the EPoCA cloud
platform or those of other control or data acquisition systems using the MODBUS TCP protocol.
The EVlinking Wi-Fi module can also be connected to third-party devices using the MODBUS RTU protocol on the RS-485 port to allow integration with client systems.
1.2 Main features
Purchasing code EVIF25TWX EVIF25SWX
Power supply controller-powered
(depending on the type of controller)
or independently powered 2 VAC/ 5 VDC
controller-powered
(depending on the type of controller)
or independently powered 2 VAC/ 5 VDC
Clock • •
Communications port TTL MODBUS RS-485 MODBUS
N.B.
The compatibility of the controller with the EPoCA system and the possibility of powering EVlinking Wi-Fi from the controller depend on the type of
controller. See the document "EPoCA - List of compatible controllers" available on the website www.evco.it and/or the label on the controller.
1.3 Schematic diagram

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2ESCRIPTION
2.1 escription EVIF25TWX
Part Description
Pico-Blade connector (TTL MODBUS port)
2 Red LED (MODBUS communication status)
3 Green LED (Wi-Fi communication status)
4 Plug-in screw terminal block (independent power supply)
2.2 escription EVIF25SWX
Part Description
Plug-in screw terminal block (RS-485 MODBUS port)
2 Red LED (MODBUS communication status)
3 Green LED (Wi-Fi communication status)
3MEASUREMENTS AN INSTALLATION
Measurements in mm (inches); to be fitted to a hard surface with a cable tie
(not provided).
3.1 Measurements and installation
EVIF25TWX
3.2 Measurements and installation
EVIF25SWX
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
- Ensure that the working conditions are within the limits stated in
the TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS section
- Install the device where the Wi-Fi signal is strong
- Do not install the device close to metal parts which may impede
Wi-Fi communication
- Do not install the device close to heat sources, equipment with a
strong magnetic field, in places subject to direct sunlight, rain,
damp, excessive dust, mechanical vibrations or shocks
- In compliance with safety regulations, the device must be installed
properly to ensure adequate protection from contact with electrical
parts. All protective parts must be fixed in such a way as to need
the aid of a tool to remove them

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4ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
N.B.
- The compatibility of the controller with the EPoCA system and the possibility of powering EVlinking Wi-Fi from the controller depend on the type of
controller. See the document "EPoCA - List of compatible controllers" available on the website www.evco.it and/or the label on the controller
- Do not power more than one EVlinking Wi-Fi with the same power supply
- If EVlinking Wi-Fi is to be independently powered, do not power it with the same power supply as the controller connected to EVlinking Wi-Fi
- The battery of EVlinking Wi-Fi is charged by the power supply of the device or by the independent power supply: for correct operation, the battery must
be fully charged at least once a year
- To reduce any electromagnetic interference, locate the power cables as far away as possible from the signal cables
4.1 Example of controller label
Part Description
Purchasing code
2 Additional information
Abbreviation Meaning
EPoCA + POWER
SUPPLY
The controller is compatible with the EPoCA
system and is able to power EVlinking Wi-Fi
EPoCA + EXT.
POWER SUPPLY
The controller is compatible with the EPoCA
system but the EVlinking Wi-Fi module must be
independently powered
4.2 Electrical connection of EVIF25TWX
to a controller able to power
EVlinking Wi-Fi
. Connect the TTL MODBUS port on the EVlinking Wi-Fi to the TTL
MODBUS port on the controller.
Before powering up the controller, see the section FIRST-TIME USE.
4.3 Electrical connection of EVIF25TWX
to a controller unable to power
EVlinking Wi-Fi

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. Connect the TTL MODBUS port on the EVlinking Wi-Fi to the TTL
MODBUS port on the controller.
2. 2. Connect the end of an independent power supply cable to
terminal of the plug-in screw terminal block on EVlinking
Wi-Fi.
2.2 Connect the end of the other independent power supply
cable to terminal 2 of the plug-in screw terminal block on
EVlinking Wi-Fi.
Before powering up the controller and EVlinking Wi-Fi, see the section FIRST-
TIME USE.
4.4 Electrical connection of EVIF25SWX
to a controller able to power
EVlinking Wi-Fi
N.B.
- Connect the RS-485 using a twisted pair
- The maximum permitted length of the RS-485 connection cables
is 000 m (3280 ft) and enables EVlinking Wi-Fi to be installed in
the most convenient place. Make sure that the voltage supplied
to EVlinking Wi-Fi is within the limits set in the section
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
. . Connect terminal 4 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(GND) port to the GND terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS
port of the controller.
.2 Connect terminal 3 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(B-) port to the B- terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS port of
the controller.
.3 Connect terminal 2 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(A+) port to the A+ terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS port of
the controller.
.4 Connect terminal of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(+ 2 V) port to a terminal on the controller that is able to
supply 2 VAC/ 5 VDC (VPS).
Before powering up the controller and EVlinking Wi-Fi, see the section FIRST-
TIME USE.
4.5 Electrical connection of EVIF25SWX
to a controller unable to power
EVlinking Wi-Fi
N.B.
Connect the RS-485 using a twisted pair
. . Connect terminal 4 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(GND) port to the GND terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS
port of the controller.
.2 Connect terminal 3 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(B-) port to the B- terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS port of
the controller.
.3 Connect terminal 2 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(A+) port to the A+ terminal of the RS-485 MODBUS port of
the controller.
2. 2. Connect terminal 4 of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(GND) port to the end of an independent power supply
cable.
2.2 Connect terminal of the EVlinking Wi-Fi RS-485 MODBUS
(+ 2 V) port to the end of the other independent power
supply cable.
Before powering up the controller and EVlinking Wi-Fi, see the section FIRST-
TIME USE.
PRECAUTIONS FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
- If the device is moved from a cold to a warm place, humidity may
cause condensation to form inside. Wait for about an hour before
connecting it to the controller or the independent power supply
- Disconnect the device from the controller or the independent power
supply before carrying out any type of maintenance
- For repairs and for further information, contact the EVCO sales
network

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5FIRST-TIME USE
N.B.
- EVlinking Wi-Fi uses an encrypted connection with TLS technology
and occupies the TCP 8883 port. Make sure this firewall port (both
the port of the user’s local network and the one managed by the
Internet service provider) is open for outgoing communications
(contact the IT manager)
- Ensure the user has a multimedia device (PC/laptop, tablet,
smartphone) with a web browser installed and that the device is
able to upload and download files. If the device has an iOS
operating system, files can only be uploaded and downloaded if
the user has an iCloud account and if access to this service has
previously been made with the device
- Ensure the Wi-Fi on the device is on
5.1 First-time use of EVlinking Wi-Fi
. Power up the controller and make sure the bLE parameter (enable
EVlinking) is set to ; see the controller instructions.
2. Disconnect the controller.
3. Carry out the installation of EVlinking Wi-Fi as shown in the section
MEASUREMENTS AND INSTALLATION.
4. Connect EVlinking Wi-Fi as shown in the section ELECTRICAL
CONNECTION.
5. Power up the controller and connect the independent EVlinking Wi-Fi
power supply, if used, to the power source.
EVlinking Wi-Fi will be in temporary set-up mode. During this mode:
- EVlinking Wi-Fi acts as both an access point (identifying a
Wi-Fi network called Epoca followed by 6 alphanumeric
characters, for example Epoca279A8E) and a data logger
for the connected controller
- there is no connection with the cloud server.
After 20 s (600 for the first-time use) in set-up mode, EVlinking Wi-
Fi will automatically go into run mode if the control panel has not
been accessed (point 9 of this paragraph). During this mode:
- EVlinking Wi-Fi acts as a data logger for the connected
controller
- there is no connection with the cloud server.
6. Scan the Wi-Fi networks using the multimedia device and identify a
network called Epoca followed by 6 alphanumeric characters.
If the scan detects more than one network called Epoca, make sure
only one EVlinking Wi-Fi is being powered.
7. Connect to the Epoca network.
In the Security key field enter the password found on the label of
the EVlinking Wi-Fi (typically epocawifi).
8. Open the web browser on the multimedia device.
Enter the address found on the label of the EVlinking Wi-Fi (typically
192.168.4.1) in the address bar.

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9. The Home screen of the EVlinking Wi-Fi control panel will be displayed.
EVlinking Wi-Fi will be in temporary set-up mode. During this mode:
- EVlinking Wi-Fi acts as an access point but it cannot be accessed with another multimedia device
- there is no connection with the cloud server.
After 5 min in set-up mode, EVlinking Wi-Fi will automatically go into run mode if the control panel has not been accessed.
0. Select the Plant screen on the EVlinking Wi-Fi control panel. The fields in red are mandatory.

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. Select the WLAN screen on the EVlinking Wi-Fi control panel. The fields in red are mandatory.
If the IP addresses are statically assigned, select the Static button.