HMS eWON Flexy 205 User manual

Flexy 205
INSTALLATION GUIDE
IG-0028-00 1.0 ENGLISH

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1 Preface
1.1 About This Document
This document describes the hardware of the eWON Flexy 205 and explains how to get started
with the embedded web site. It also describes the basic software features needed to install the
equipment.
For additional related documentation and file downloads, please visit www.ewon.biz/support.
1.2 Document history
Version Date Description
1.0 2018-01-12 Official release.
1.3 Related Documents
Document Author Document ID
eWON configured by SD Card eWON CTS AUG-0062-00
eBuddy eWON CTS AUG-0063-00
General Reference Guide for Flexy 205 eWON CTS RG-0008-00
1.4 Trademark Information
eWON®is a registered trademark of HMS Industrial Networks SA. All other trademarks men-
tioned in this document are the property of their respective holders.
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2 Product Summary
2.1 Introduction
The Flexy 205 is a modular industrial M2M router available on the market.
It has been designed to fulfill the following key requirements:
• Flexible WAN, allowing within the same product to address different Internet connectivity
technologies (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 4G,…) and securing the investment in case of technology
upgrade (eg. 3G > 4G).
• Flexible Field, providing easy connection to a wide range of external devices, including var-
ious field protocols.
• Flexible Apps, embedding alarms, data logging, remote access, routing and web HMI appli-
cations with mouse click based configuration but also customization offering openness and
programming tools.
The Flexy 205 is fully compatible with the Talk2M cloud connectivity services and with the eFive,
a VPN server appliance, for real-time control application.
Fig. 1 Housing of the Flexy 205
2.2 Modular Concept of the Flexy 205
As the name Flexy 205 suggests, it has been designed to enable numerous different combina-
tions by addition of extension cards.
Fig. 2 Modular Concept of the Flexy 205
1 Main connector including power input terminals (1 DO and 2 DIs)
2 Communication interface
3 Placeholder for extension cards
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2.2.1 Flexy 205
The Flexy 205 features:
• 2 DIs and 1 DO.
• 2 free slots allowing the insertion of extension cards
2.2.2 Extension Cards
The extension cards extend the communication features by adding either:
• a WAN communication interface (Ethernet WAN, wireless modem, ...)
• a field communication interface (serial, IO card, …)
How the extension cards should be integrated in the eWON Flexy 205 is explained in Extension
Cards, p. 17.
2.3 Features of the Flexy 205
The following section lists the different main features supported by the Flexy 205.
• Open VPN
• Talk2M connections
• Data acquisition protocols (IO Servers)
• Alarm management and notification
• Data logging
• BASIC scripting
• JAVA ETK
• Web server
• ViewON 4 Web HMI
• FTP client and server
• HTTP(S) client (Get & Post requests)
• Ethernet to Serial gateway
• Routing between Ethernet interfaces (WAN to LAN)
• Routing features: IP forwarding, NAT, Port forwarding
2.4 General Specification of the Hardware Platform
Characteristic Value
Design Industrial design (24 VDC power supply, DIN Rail mounting, extended temperature)
Processor ARM9
Clock Backed up real time clock (RTC)
Backup battery has 10 years life expectancy
Ethernet Interface 4 configurable LAN/WAN Ethernet ports 10/100 Mbps
Digital Input 2
Digital Output 1
Mounting Latch for DIN rail EN50022 compliant
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2.5 Typical applications
The Flexy 205 is mostly used for
• Remote access of Ethernet, serial and MPI devices
• Industrial VPN router
• Remote metering and monitoring
2.6 Part Numbers
Available Part Numbers
Part Number Type Description
FLEXY10100_00MA Flexy 205 M2M Data Gateway – 4 Ethernet ports
In the above table, the MA extension stands for “Multiple language A” (regrouping EN, FR, DE
and IT). The part number syntax is explained in the Label, p. 12.
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3 Safety, Environmental & Regulatory
Information
3.1 Scope
The present section addresses safety, environmental & regulatory information for the eWON
Flexy 205. They generally have a similar compliance frame but some aspects differ. For exam-
ple, in the case of telecommunication extension cards, additional directives, standards and in-
structions apply.
3.2 ESD Damage Prevention
To avoid possible damage to the base unit and / or extension card, please wait 30 seconds after
switching off the equipment before inserting (or removing) an extension card.
Always use ESD precautions when handling extension cards and / or opened base
unit as they contain parts and assemblies susceptible to be damaged by
electrostatic discharge (ESD).
The printed circuit boards (PCBs) of the eWON Flexy 205 described in the present document
are partially exposed when slot fillers are removed to place extension cards. In order to avoid
ESD damage, the product, when it is opened, must be handled with the necessary precaution
including:
• Grounded ESD functional work surface
• Personal grounding
• Verification that the configuration is compatible with the firmware capabilities before being
operated.
The extension cards described in this document are modules exposing both sides of an elec-
tronic printed circuit board. Therefore, they are packed in anti static ESD bags. In order to avoid
ESD damage, the product must be handled with the necessary precaution as described above.
3.3 Applicable Directives, Standards and Compliance
The eWON Flexy 205 belongs to class A Information Technology Equipment (ITE). In a domes-
tic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user might have to
take appropriate measures.
3.3.1 Conformity to European Directives
The eWON Flexy 205 and its extension cards are in conformity with the following EC directives:
• RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
• EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
• RE Directive 2014/53/EU1
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1. When applicable, the product conforms to the corresponding RE Directive articles: RF spectrum efficiency: Art 3 (2);
EMC: Art. 3(1)(b); Safety: Art. (3)(1)(a)

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3.3.2 Applicable Safety Standards
The eWON Flexy 205 and its extension cards are in conformity with the following safety
standards:
• IEC/EN 60950-1
• UL 60950-1
• CSA-C22.2 No 60950-1-07
3.3.3 FCC Compliance
The eWON Flexy 205 and its extension cards comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operating is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
3.3.4 Certifications
The eWON Flexy 205 and its extension cards have been duly certified by authorized bodies:
• UL Certificate of Compliance (COC) # 20161219-E350576
• CB certificate # DK-53957-A1-UL
These certificates can be downloaded on www.ewon.biz/support
3.4 Reference Standards for Type Tests
The eWON Flexy 205 and their extension cards have been fully validated on temperature, vi-
bration and shock against the requirements of the following standards:
Operating & Storage Temperature
Test nature Reference Standard
Cold test IEC 60068-2-1
Dry heat test IEC 60068-2-2
Temperature change test IEC 60068-2-14
Cyclic damp heat test IEC 60068-2-30
Vibration & Shock Tests
Test nature Reference Standard
Vibration test (sinusoidal) IEC 60068-2-6
Vibration test (broad-band random) IEC 60068-2-64
Shock test IEC60068-2-27
3.5 Internal Battery
The eWON Flexy 205 contains a CR2032 battery. This battery is used to maintain the real time
clock up-to-date even when the unit is not powered.
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. The battery is not
intended to be replaced by the consumer: the product shall be returned to the
manufacturer for replacement.
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3.6 Field Implementation & Environmental Conditions
3.6.1 Ingress Protection
The eWON Flexy 205 has an IP20 protection grade. Therefore, the eWON Flexy 205 is NOT
suited for outdoor mounting.
It has to be integrated in an electrical cabinet, protected from excessive heat, humidity and dust.
Do not push any sharp object into the air vents or openings of the equipment.
3.6.2 Mounting Recommendations
The product is intended to be mounted vertically, label on the right side.
The normal mounting position of the eWON Flexy 205 is wall mounted on a horizontal Omega
type DIN-rail (EN 50022).
•Mounting the unit on DIN-rail
Pull the slide lock (located at the bottom of the back-side of the unit) downwards and
present the unit in front of the DIN rail. Tilt the eWON upwards in order to hang it on the
upper edge of the DIN rail by its hook. Gently tilt the unit downwards until it finds its original
position. Pull the slide lock upwards to fix and lock the unit on the DIN rail.
•Removing the unit from DIN-rail
Release the unit by pulling the slide lock downwards while gently tilting the unit upwards.
Free the unit by unhooking it from the upper rail edge.
Fig. 3 DIN rail mounting position
# Description
1 DIN rail mounting bracket
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Fig. 4 Wall mounting position
# Description
1 DIN rail mounting bracket
To ensure a proper ventilation of the equipment, a free gap of at least 2 cm must be respected
in front of all upper & lower ventilation openings of the unit.
A free gap of at least 1 cm must be respected on each side of the unit.
Fig. 5 Free gap surrounding the eWON for heat dissipation.
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3.6.3 Earthing
Earthing the eWON is necessary to eliminate unwanted transients and to conform to the EMC
requirements. Therefore, a functional earth (FE) terminal is available on the main connector as
shown in Specification of the External Power Supply, p. 25.
Connect this terminal directly to allow impedance ground. Shielded cables have to be used for
Ethernet and USB to comply with the EMC requirements.
3.6.4 Environmental Limits
The equipment will operate properly within the following environmental limits provided it is
mounted according to Mounting Recommendations, p. 9.
Characteristic Value
Operating temperature -25° to +70°C
Storage temperature -40° to +70°C
Relative humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing
Operating altitude Up to maximum 2000m
Storage altitude Up to maximum 3000m
Mounting Latch for DIN rail EN50022-compliant
3.6.5 Labelling Information
The OEM User Manual (for integrators) must provide clear instructions, to the OEM, explaining
the labeling requirements, options and OEM User Manual instructions that are required.
The host OEM User Manuel (eWON's manual) must contain clear instructions on how end
users can find and/or access the module and the FCC ID
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4 Hardware Description
4.1 Label
The identification label of the eWON Flexy 205 is placed on the right hand side of the housing.
The different parts of the label are described below:
Fig. 6 Flexy 205 Label
Label Definition
PN Part Number
(see syntax in Syntax of the Part Number, p. 12)
SN Serial Number YYWW-SSSS-PP
YY = 2 last digits of production year
WW = production week number
SSSS = Sequential production number
PP = Product Code
MAC MAC address of the Ethernet adapter
Rating Power supply requirements
Marks CE, UL,... logos if applicable
Syntax of the Part Number
FLEXY12233_44AA/B
Position(s) Description Acceptable values
FLEXY Name of the eWON device model Only Flexy (constant)
1 Single figure
Defines routing capabilities
2 M2M Router
22 Two figures
Defines the type of the motherboard
05 4 configurable LAN/WAN Ethernet ports
33 Two figures
Defines the primary software option
00 No primary software option
44 Two figures
Defines the secondary software
option
00 No secondary software option
AA Two capital letters
Defines the firmware language
MA EN + FR + DE + IT
/B Single capital letters
Defines the model type
S Compliance with UL / IEC / EN 60950
Standard
Marks
Marks Description
Conformité Européenne or European Conformity (EC)
UL Recognized - Underwriters Laboraties
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4.2 Mechanical Dimensions
Fig. 7 Mechanical Dimensions
In the above picture:
•Unit: Dimensions are in millimeters (mm).
•Accuracy: Suited only for implementation drawings (rounded @ full mm).
Shaded areas show provisions of empty space that should be considered in the implementation
arrangement.
The provision of empty space in front of the slot fillers is spared for the connectors of extension
cards. Even if the application requires no extension card(s), it is good practice to plan the free
space anyhow, in case an extension card is inserted later on.
4.3 Physical Interface
This section addresses the interface that represents the eWON Flexy 205. The items numbered
in the image below are explained subsequently in separate paragraphs.
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Fig. 8 Base Unit Interface
1 LED panel
2 RESET button - BI1
3 SD card slot
4 Main connector
Used to connect the power supply and the digital I/O
52 slots fillers
Can be removed and replaced by extension cards
6 Main board communication interfaces: 4 Ethernet Ports
4.3.1 LED Panel
The LED panel displays the system status and is located bottom to the 4 Ethernet ports. The fol-
lowing table explains the common LEDs of all base units.
Fig. 9 LED Panel Example of a Flexy
205
Label Definition
PWR Power
Steady green = unit is powered on
USR User
Blinking green slowly = Unit is ok
Red pattern = special attention required
DI1 Digital IN 1
Green = ON : Signal on Input 1 detected
DI2 Digital IN 2
Green = ON : Signal on Input 2 detected
DO Digital output
Green = ON : Signal on Output detected
T2M Talk2M
Green = ON : Talk2M VPN connection
established
BI1 Button BI1 input
Steady green = reset button is being pressed
4.3.2 Reset Button
The reset button allows the reset of the Flexy 205 partially (Reset Level 1) or completely (Reset
Level 2). For the reset procedures check Resetting the Flexy 205, p. 22.
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4.3.3 SD Card Slot
The SD card can be used for two purposes:
• Easy Commissioning: Configure a Flexy 205 and perform actions such as a firmware up-
grade / downgrade, recovery, restore a backup, Talk2M account integration, ...
• Extended User Memory: Named as the EUM card, it increases the user memory capacity
of the Flexy 205.
The SD card slot is based on the Push-Push mechanism:
• Push the SD card down the slot until the mechanism clicks. As the click sound is heard, the
SD card is now locked inside the card holder.
• Push on the SD card until it clicks again to retrieve it from the Flexy 205.
For more information on each of the possibilities offered with the SD card, easy commissioning
or EUM, please refer to the Related Documents, p. 3.
4.3.4 Main Connector
The Flexy 205 is powered via its main connector using a male connector (a mating female con-
nector with screw terminals is delivered with the eWON Flexy 205).
For details see Main Connector, p. 25.
4.3.5 Two Slots for Extensions
The slot fillers can be removed to add extension cards. A general overview of the available ex-
tension cards is available in the Extension Cards, p. 26.
It is recommended to never leave a slot empty. Either a slot filler or an extension card should al-
ways be inserted in the Flexy 205.
4.3.6 LAN / WAN Ethernet ports
The LAN / WAN interface consists of a 4 auto-sense Ethernet ports (10/100 Mbps). Auto-sense
means that both UTP Class 5 direct and crossed cables with RJ45 terminations at both ends
can be used. Default parameters see Factory Default IP Settings, p. 20.
Fig. 10 Interface of the Flexy 205
However, the minimum required regarding the Ethernet cable type is Cat.5 with RJ45
connectors.
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LED Interface
Fig. 11 LED Panel of the Flexy 205
La-
bel
Definition
1 Big
rec-
tangle
Green = LAN port
Orange = WAN port
Small
squar-
e
Ethernet activity on port 1
Green steady = Ethernet link OK
Green flashing = Ethernet traffic (Rx and
Tx)
2 Ethernet activity on port 2 (same as above)
3 Ethernet activity on port 3 (same as above)
4 Ethernet activity on port 4 (same as above)
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5 Extension Cards
5.1 Slot Compatibility
The eWON Flexy 205 features all the types of extension cards.
The reference code of the extension cards includes a letter that defines their compatibility with
a certain type of slots. In the case of the Flexy 205:
• FLAxxxx, FLBxxxx, FLXxxxx- designates cards that fit into either slots
• FLCxxxx - designates cards that fit into the Flexy 205 only (not compatibility with the eWON
Flexy 10x or 20x).
The Type A, Type B or Type X slots are important for Flexy 10x and 20x. The Flexy 205 is com-
patible with all extension cards and doesn’t rely on the reference code of the extension cards to
position them.
In addition to the card reference, each type of extension card bears a visual compatibility sym-
bol on its front panel.
Fig. 12 Slot Compatibility Markings
Indica-
tion
Design Location
1●●○○ Any slot - Type A
2●●●● Any slot - Type X
3○○●● Any slot - Type B
4○○○○ Any slot - Type C
5.2 Extension Card Insertion
Wait 30 seconds after turning off the equipment before inserting (or removing) an
extension card in order to avoid possible damage to the eWON Flexy 205 and the
extension cards.
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Remove the slot filler of the location the new card will be inserted. To do this, press on both ends
of the cover, note that the hooks are off-centered.
Insert the extension card carefully and slide it down until the hook clicks. Make sure the card is
completely inserted. DO NOT insist if a resistance is felt when trying to insert the card.
Fig. 13 Slot Removal
Hooks to be pressed are off-centered – press while pulling upwards
Boot the unit for the inserted extension cards to be detected. As explained in Detected Cards
Displayed in the System Page, p. 21, the web interface of the Flexy 205 has a diagnostic page
showing the extension cards in their order of detection (from left to right).
5.3 Powering On the Flexy 205 with its Extension Cards
The normal boot sequence of the Flexy 205 takes approximately 25 seconds to complete. Dur-
ing this process, all LEDs go ON for a while except BI1 as long as the RESET button is not
pressed and the WAN / LAN Ethernet ports.
If the RESET button was pressed, the USR LED will be orange for a little time.
As soon as the boot process is finished and the unit is ready to be used, the USR LED blinks
green slowly.
The extension card types are detected slot per slot during the boot sequence and are automati-
cally installed from a system standpoint.
5.4 Multiple Extension Cards
5.4.1 Detection Order
The boot sequence of the Flexy 205 includes an automated detection of the inserted extension
cards. This detection is done sequentially, slot per slot starting from left to right (when holding
the Flexy 205 with its logo on the right side).
5.4.2 Software Compatibility of Multiple Cards Combination
The eWON Flexy 205 allows the insertion of multiple extension cards of the same type. Some
configurations including multiple extension cards, even if mechanically acceptable, are not sup-
ported by the embedded software. Cards in excess are ignored during the automated detection
process which means that the Flexy 205 and its running extension cards will operate normally.
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The ignored card(s) will appear in the Diagnostic >Status >System Info >System but they
will not be functional.
Fig. 14 Order of the Extension Cards
The picture above shows an example of a configuration that would be OK mechanically and
power wise but would not be supported by the firmware.
During the boot process, the first 2 serial port extension cards are detected and both can be
used. In case of 2 single Ethernet cards, these 2 cards are also detected but the second single
Ethernet card is not supported by the firmware and so it cannot be used. The presence of this
“ignored” card in the Flexy 205 does not alter the operation of the Flexy 205 itself nor does it al-
ter its “accepted” extension cards.
5.5 Ethernet Extension Card - FLX 3101
By default and if there is no extension card available in the Flexy 205, the 4 Ethernet ports will
be distributed as:
• Ports #1, #2 and #3 are set as LAN port.
• Port #4 is set as a WAN port.
If a FLX 3101 (single Ethernet port) extension card is inserted, the Flexy 205 will automatically
switch all its ports to LAN leaving the Ethernet port of the extension card as the only WAN port
able to connect to the Internet.
This switch to 4 LAN ports occurs only when an FLX 3101 is inserted. This doesn’t happen if a
Wi-Fi (FLB 3271) or a 3G / 4G (FLB 3202 / 3203 / 3204 / 3205) extension cards are plugged-in.
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6 IP Address & Access to the Web Configuration
6.1 Factory Default IP Settings
Characteristics Values
LAN IP address 10.0.0.53
LAN subnet mask 255.255.255.0
Gateway 0.0.0.0
The WAN IP address is set by default in DHCP mode.
6.2 Powering On
Power the unit on and wait approximately 25 seconds until the boot process is completed.
After a successful boot process the USR LED is blinking green slowly.
If the USR LED is blinking red according to a given pattern, it indicates an interruption of the
boot process due to a problem. The most frequent issues is:
• a duplicate IP address was detected on the LAN network: USR LED blinking pattern is red
1x short, 1x long
For other LED patterns in case of error, please refer to General Reference Guide from the Re-
lated Documents, p. 3.
6.3 Connecting to the LAN IP Address
Establish the first communication with the Flexy 205 by using eWON companion tool eBuddy
which can be downloaded from www.ewon.biz/support.
Connect the LAN port #1 of the Flexy 205 to the computer point-to-point or through a network
provided the default IP address of the Flexy 205 will not conflict with another connected device.
Start the eBuddy application. The application scans through the Ethernet adapter network and
retrieves the connected eWON devices displaying the IP address, subnet mask and serial
number.
The utility also allows the modification of the default IP address without being necessarily in the
same network range. To do so, follow this process:
1. Start the eBuddy utility
2. Optional: Highlight the row representing the device which IP address needs to be modified
3. Click on the button “Set IP” from the top bar menu or hit F2 keyboard shortcut
4. If step 2 has been fulfilled, the serial number of the selected device appears in the new
popup. If not, indicate the serial number of the device that needs to be modified. Click Next
5. Indicate the new IP address and its subnet mask. By clicking Next, eBuddy sends the com-
mand to the device to change its IP address and to reboot
6. Wait until the reboot has ended to reach the Flexy 205 on its new IP address
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