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.

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2. Select the Modbus screen on the EVlinking Wi-Fi control panel.

3. Select the Firmware screen on the EVlinking Wi-Fi control panel.

4. Disconnect the controller and disconnect the independent EVlinking Wi-Fi power supply, if used, from the power source.

5. Power up the controller.

6. Connect the independent EVlinking Wi-Fi power supply, if used, to the power source.

5.2 escription of the EVlinking Wi-Fi LE s

LED ON OFF SLOW FLASH RAPID FLASH

red

(MODBUS communication

status)

- no MODBUS activity MODBUS activity -

green

(Wi-Fi communication status)

connection with both the Wi-Fi

network and the cloud server

no connection with the Wi-Fi

network

connection with the Wi-Fi

network, no connection with

the cloud server

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5.3 First access to the cloud server

. Open the web browser on the multimedia device and open the web page epoca.cloud. The Login screen will be displayed.

2. Select CREATE NEW ACCOUNT. The New account screen will be displayed.

3. Select REGISTER. The Account created OK screen will be displayed.

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6SUBSEQUENT USES

N.B.

Any modifications to the configuration of EVlinking Wi-Fi must be made on site on all the EVlinking Wi-Fi devices in the same plant

6.1 Subsequent uses of EVlinking Wi-Fi

. Scan the Wi-Fi networks using the multimedia device and identify a network called Epoca followed by 6 alphanumeric characters and the name of the device,

for example Epoca279A8E Cold room.

2. Connect to the Epoca network.

In the Security key field enter the password found on the label of the EVlinking Wi-Fi (typically epocawifi).

3. 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.

4. The Login screen will be displayed.

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6.2 Subsequent accesses to the cloud server

. Open the web browser on the multimedia device and open the web page epoca.cloud. The Login screen will be displayed.

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7RESETTING THE FACTORY SETTINGS

N.B.

Resetting the factory settings deletes the settings on the Plant and WLAN screens but does not cancel the data recorded by the EVlinking Wi-Fi data

logger.

. Disconnect the controller and any independent power supply to

EVlinking Wi-Fi from the power source.

2. Remove the top cover of EVlinking Wi-Fi by gently applying pressure

with a screwdriver in the slot.

3. Make a note of the password on the label inside the top cover of

EVlinking Wi-Fi.

4. Click the top cover of EVlinking Wi-Fi back into place.

5. Power up the controller and connect the independent EVlinking Wi-Fi

power supply, if used, to the power source.

6. Scan the Wi-Fi networks using the multimedia device and identify a

network called Epoca followed by 6 alphanumeric characters and the

name of the device, for example Epoca279A8E Cold room.

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.

9. The Login screen will be displayed.

Type in resetPlant in the Plant name field. Enter the password found on the label inside the top cover of EVlinking Wi-Fi in the Plant password field.

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8TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Housing black, self-extinguishing

Category of heat and fire resistance D

Measurements

for EVIF25TWX 76.0 x 30.0 x 25.0 mm (6 5/ 6 x 3/ 6 x in)

for EVIF25SWX 56.0 x 30.0 x 25.0 mm (2 3/ 6 x 3/ 6 x in)

Mounting method for the device on a hard surface with a cable tie (provided)

Degree of protection provided by the casing IP00

Connection method

for EVIF25TWX plug-in screw terminal block for wires up to .5 mm², Pico-Blade connector

for EVIF25SWX plug-in screw terminal block for wires up to .5 mm²

Maximum permitted length for connection cables

power supply: 0 m (32.8 ft) RS-485 MODBUS port: 000 m (3280 ft)

Operating temperature from 0 to 55 °C (from 32 to 3 °F).

Storage temperature from -25 to 70 °C (from - 3 to 58 °F)

Operating humidity relative humidity without condensate from 0 to 90 %

Compliance

RoHS 20 /65/EC WEEE 20 2/ 9/EU

REACH (EC) Regulation no. 907/2006 RED 20 4/53/EU

Power supply powered by the controller (depending on the type of controller) or independently

powered 2 VAC ± 5% or 5 VDC ± 5%, 50/60 Hz (±3 Hz), max. 3.2 VA/2W

Software class and structure A

Clock secondary lithium battery

Clock drift ≤ 60 s/month at 25 °C (77 °F)

Clock battery autonomy in the absence of a power supply > 6 months at 25 °C (77 °F)

Clock battery charging time

24 h (the battery 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

Displays

MODBUS communication status LED Wi-Fi communication status LED

Communications ports

for EVIF25TWX TTL MODBUS

for EVIF25SWX RS-485 MODBUS

Connectivity Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi output power (EIRP) b: 67.5 mW and g: 7 . mW, n (HT20) 56.5 mW

Wi-Fi frequency range 2,4 2... 2,472 MHz

Security protocols open, WEP, WPA/WPA2 Personal aka PSK

Encryption methods TKIP, CCMP

Unsupported modes mixed WPA/WPA2 PSK using TKIP + CCMP WPA/WPA2 Enterprise aka EAP

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EVlinking Wi-Fi

Installer manual ver. 4.0 rev. A

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N.B.

The device must be disposed of according to local regulations governing the collection of electrical and electronic equipment.

This document and the solutions contained therein are the intellectual property of EVCO and thus protected by the Italian Intellectual Property Rights Code (CPI). EVCO

imposes an absolute ban on the full or partial reproduction and disclosure of the content other than with the express approval of EVCO. The customer (manufacturer,

installer or end user) assumes all responsibility for the configuration of the device. EVCO accepts no liability for any possible errors in this document and reserves the

right to make any changes, at any time without prejudice to the essential functional and safety features of the equipment.