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Netbiter EC300 Series
USER MANUAL
SCM-1202-012 2.3 en-US ENGLISH

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Table of Contents Page
1 Preface ................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 About This Document .......................................................................................................3
1.2 Document history ............................................................................................................3
2 Installation........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Basic Installation Steps......................................................................................................4
2.2 Factory Reset ..................................................................................................................4
2.3 Connectors .....................................................................................................................5
2.4 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................... 10
2.5 MODE Button................................................................................................................ 11
2.6 Wiring Examples ............................................................................................................ 12
3 Local Configuration ........................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Connecting via USB ........................................................................................................ 13
3.2 Connecting via Ethernet .................................................................................................. 13
3.3 Login ........................................................................................................................... 13
3.4 Status .......................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Status – GPS.................................................................................................................. 16
3.6 Network Settings – WAN................................................................................................. 17
3.7 Network Settings – LAN................................................................................................... 19
3.8 Modem Settings (EC320/EC350/EC360).............................................................................. 19
3.9 Time Settings (UTC) ........................................................................................................ 20
3.10 Firmware Update ........................................................................................................... 21
3.11 Logs............................................................................................................................. 21
3.12 System......................................................................................................................... 22
A EtherNet/IP Implementation............................................................................................ 23
A.1 Client........................................................................................................................... 23
A.2 Adapter........................................................................................................................ 23
B Technical Data ................................................................................................................... 25
B.1 Technical Specifications................................................................................................... 25
B.2 Installation Drawings ...................................................................................................... 26

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1 Preface
1.1 About This Document
This manual describes how to install and configure Netbiter EC300 Series gateways.
For additional documentation and software downloads, FAQs, troubleshooting guides and
technical support, please visit www.netbiter.com/support.
1.2 Document history
Version Date Description
1.0 2016-10-03 First release with new layout
2.0 2017-10-07 Update for model name NB301A/B
2.1 2017-11-06 Minor update
2.2 2017-11-13 Added EC320 technical specifications
2.3 2019-02-21 Added: EC360 specifications
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2 Installation
2.1 Basic Installation Steps
This product contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use
ESD prevention measures to avoid damage.
Connecting power with reverse polarity or using the wrong type of power supply may
damage the equipment. Make sure that the power supply is connected correctly and of
the recommended type.
Make sure that you have all the necessary information about the capabilities and restrictions of
your local network environment before installation.
1. Mount the unit on a flat surface or on a DIN rail using the adapter kit (optional).
2. Connect the slave devices and/or Ethernet network as needed.
3. For mobile networking (EC320/EC350/EC360), connect the mobile antenna and insert the
SIM card.
4. Connect a suitable power supply and apply power.
5. Configure the unit.
Modbus Interfaces
Modbus devices can be connected to more than one interface and/or physical connection on
Netbiter EC300 Series gateways. These interfaces must also be enabled in Argos before they can
be used. See the Argos documentation for more information.
2.2 Factory Reset
Keep the MODE button pressed while powering on to reset to the factory default settings.
Fig. 1 Factory reset
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2.3 Connectors
2.3.1 I/O Terminal Block
Fig. 2 Terminal block
Pin Label Function Note
15 HI CAN High
J1939
14 PE CAN Shield
13 LO CAN Low
12 GND CAN Ground
11 COM Analog Input common
10 AI4 Analog Input 4 0–20 mA or 0–10 VDC
9 AI3 Analog Input 3 0–20 mA or 0–10 VDC or PT100
8 AI2 Analog Input 2 0–20 mA or 0–10 VDC
7 AI1 Analog Input 1 0–20 mA or 0–10 VDC or PT100
6 DI2- Digital Input 2
Dry contact type – do not apply power to these inputs
5 DI2+ Digital Input 2
4 DI1- Digital Input 1
3 DI1+ Digital Input 1
2 COM Relay output common Isolated inputs
Rated load: 1 A @ 24 VDC
1 NO Relay output, NO
The analog inputs must be configured for voltage, current or PT100 input.
The digital inputs are of the dry contact type which require no control voltage.
Do not connect power to the digital inputs as this may damage the unit.
The relay output must be supplied from an isolating transformer using a secondary listed
fuse rated at maximum 3.3 A and minimum 30 VDC.
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2.3.2 Power Supply
Connecting power with reverse polarity or using the wrong type of power supply may
damage the equipment. Make sure that the power supply is connected correctly and of
the recommended type.
Fig. 3 Power supply connector
Connect a DC power supply of the recommended type to the +(plus) -(minus) terminals. See
also Technical Data, p. 25.
2.3.3 USB Connector
Fig. 4 USB connector
The USB micro B connector can be used to connect a computer to the unit for local
configuration, firmware upgrades and troubleshooting.
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2.3.4 SIM Card (EC320, EC350 & EC360)
Fig. 5 Installing the SIM card
The SIM card must have a mobile data plan and allow text messaging. PIN code security must be
disabled. Additional configuration in Argos or in the local web interface is required.
Insert the SIM card carefully and push it firmly downwards until it clicks into place. Observe the
position of the cut-off corner and the contact surfaces.
Make sure that the SIM card does not slip behind the holder.
2.3.5 Antenna Connectors
A GPS antenna (not included) must be connected to the GPS antenna connector to use the built-
in GPS receiver. The GPS antenna connector also provides power for active GPS antennas.
EC320 & EC350
Fig. 6 EC320 / EC350 antenna connectors
An external 3G/GPRS stub antenna is included with the unit 1. Other antennas are available from
your supplier.
EC360
Fig. 7 EC360 antenna connectors
An external 4G antenna is available from your supplier.
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2.3.6 RS-485 Serial Interface (3-pin)
Fig. 8 RS-485 connector
The RS-485 interface can be used for multiple Modbus RTU devices.
RS-485 connector pin layout
Pin Function
ARS-485 A line
BRS-485 B line
COM RS-485 common
2.3.7 RS-232 Serial Interface (3-pin)
Fig. 9 RS-232 connector
The RS-232 interface can be used for a single Modbus RTU device.
RS-232 connector pin layout
Pin Function
Rx Receive (input)
Tx Transmit (output)
GND Signal ground
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2.3.8 Ethernet Ports (RJ45)
Fig. 10 Ethernet Ports
WAN Use for Internet and Argos
LAN Use for EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP and Remote Access
Never connect the LAN and WAN ports to the same logical network.
RJ45 pin layout
Pin Function
1 TD+
2 TD-
3 RD+
4, 5, 7, 8 (reserved)
6 RD-
Ethernet Port LED
Indication Function
Off No traffic
Orange, flashing Traffic (10 Mbit/s)
Green, flashing Traffic (100 Mbit/s)
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2.4 LED Indicators
All indicators will light up while the unit is starting up. When the startup sequence has
completed they will indicate system status.
In case of an Uplink/WAN error, check the network and firewall settings. If using DHCP, also
check that the DHCP server is active.
Fig. 11 EC320, EC350 & EC360 LED indicators
LED Indication Meaning
Modem
(EC320, EC350 &
EC360)
Off Modem disabled
Red Modem failure
Red, flashing SIM card failure
Orange PIN code enabled on SIM card
Orange, flashing APN (Access Point Name) not set
Green, flashing Searching for mobile network
Green Connected to mobile network
CAN
Off Port disabled
Red Port failure
Green Port enabled
RS232/RS485
Off Port disabled
Red Port failure
Green Port enabled
Uplink/WAN
Off No link
Red No valid IP address
Red, flashing No connection to Argos
Green Connected to Argos
Gateway
Off No power or initializing
Red Hardware failure
Red, flashing Application failure
Green, flashing Firmware update in progress
Green Unit is operational
Power Off No power
Green Unit has power
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2.5 MODE Button
Fig. 12 Mode button
Factory Reset
Keep the MODE button pressed while powering on to reset the unit to the factory default
settings.
Mobile Signal Strength Indication (EC320, EC350 & EC360)
Fig. 13 EC320, EC350 & EC360 mobile signal strength LED indicators
Press and release the MODE button to make the top 5 LED indicators indicate mobile signal
strength for 60 seconds.
LED indication Meaning
2–5 green LEDs, flashing Good to optimum signal
1 green LED, flashing Acceptable signal
1 orange LED, flashing Poor signal
1 red LED, flashing No signal or unknown signal
If mobile signal strength is poor
• Make sure that the antenna is correctly installed and of the correct type.
• The antenna should normally be vertically oriented. Signal quality may in some cases be
improved by changing the antenna angle.
• Try moving the unit to another position, or use an external antenna.
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2.6 Wiring Examples
Fig. 14 Analog Input – Voltage Sensor
Fig. 15 Analog Input – 2-wire Current Sensor
Fig. 16 Analog Input – 3-wire Current Sensor
Fig. 17 Analog Input – 4-wire Current Sensor
Fig. 18 Analog Input – Temperature Sensor
Fig. 19 Digital Input
Do not connect a power source to the digital inputs as this may damage the unit.
Fig. 20 Relay Output
The relay output must be supplied from an isolated transformer using a secondary listed
fuse rated at maximum 3.3 A and minimum 30 VDC.
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3 Local Configuration
Local configuration is normally not required and should only be carried out when
necessary. Please read the instructions below carefully.
The built-in web interface is primarily intended for informational purposes and troubleshooting.
Argos is always the preferred way of configuring the gateway. The only configuration changes
that should be made using the local web interface are:
• Proxy settings (if required);
• Modem/Ethernet connection mode (EC320/EC350/EC360 only);
• Firmware updates;
• Time settings.
3.1 Connecting via USB
Connect a USB Micro B cable between the computer and the USB port on the Netbiter.
The USB device driver will automatically load and create a virtual network interface on the
computer with an IP address in the range 169.254.200.xxx. The local web interface of the
gateway can then be accessed by entering the IP address 169.254.200.200 in a web browser.
Fig. 21 Network Connections
3.2 Connecting via Ethernet
Connect an Ethernet cable between the computer and the LAN port on the Netbiter.
The default IP address of the LAN port interface is 10.200.1.1. The connecting computer must
have an IP address within the same subnet (10.200.1.xxx). The LAN IP address can be changed
after logging in or from Argos when the Netbiter is online.
3.3 Login
Enter the IP address of the gateway in a web browser to log in. The default user name is admin,
and the password is the activation code that was supplied with the unit.
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Fig. 22 Local configuration login
3.4 Status
The Status tabs present an overview of the configuration as well as detailed information about
the current connections, which can be used when troubleshooting and when contacting Netbiter
support.
Fig. 23 Status – Overview
3.4.1 Status – WAN/LAN
Fig. 24 WAN Status
Fig. 25 LAN Status
The WAN and LAN status tabs present the current IP settings of the Ethernet interfaces.
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3.4.2 Status – Modem
Fig. 26 Modem Status
The Modem status tab presents basic and advanced information about the current mobile
network connection.
Basic information
Data Connection Indicates if data connection is established
Signal strength The strength of the mobile signal
Network Mobile network operator
Network type Mobile network type (4G, 3G or GSM)
Service state Network registration status
Advanced information
Cellular network type Network type details
Signal quality (3G only) Signal-to-noise ratio of the 3G signal. 0 = -24 dB, 49 = 0 dB
APN Access Point Name
IP, Netmask IP settings for the modem connection
Tower MCC Country code of the connected base station
Tower MNC Network code of the connected base station
Tower Location Area Code Area code of the connected base station
Tower Cell ID Cell ID of the connected base station
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Modem temperature The temperature of the modem in °C
Manufacturer The manufacturer of the modem
Model Model of the modem
Revision Revision of the modem
A-Revision A-Revision of the modem
IMSI The IMSI number of the modem
3.4.3 Status – Uplink
Fig. 27 Uplink Status
The Uplink status tab shows the default connection type (modem or Ethernet), the default
gateway and DNS servers for the uplink connection.
3.5 Status – GPS
Fig. 28 GPS Status
The GPS status tab shows if the GPS is enable and information from the GPS.
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3.6 Network Settings – WAN
Fig. 29 WAN settings
The WAN interface should be enabled when connecting to Argos via Ethernet.
When DHCP is enabled the unit will automatically receive the settings for IP address, subnet
mask, default gateway, and DNS. Contact your network administrator if in doubt.
A change in the Network settings needs a reboot of the Netbiter and is indicated by a flag icon
near the System label in the menu. For more information, refer to System, p. 22
3.6.1 Proxy Settings
Fig. 30 Proxy settings
If you are connecting to the Internet via a proxy, check Enable Proxy settings, select the Proxy
protocol and fill in the IP address and port number for the proxy server. If the proxy requires
authentication, check Use Proxy authentication and fill in the username and password.
The proxy password must not contain blank spaces.
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Click on Save settings when finished.
A change in the Proxy settings needs a reboot of the Netbiter and is indicated by a flag icon near
the System label in the menu. For more information, refer to System, p. 22
For information about supported proxy types, see Technical Data, p. 25.
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