M2MLogger LadderLOGIX User manual

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User Manual
LadderLOGIX

Revision List
Revision
Date
Description
1.3.0.0
27 April 2014
Match firmware release 1.3.0.0
1.4.1.0
16 June 2014
Match firmware release 1.4.1.0
1.6.0.0
1 July 2014
Match firmware release 1.6.0.0
Preface
The data and illustrations found in this document are not binding. We reserve the right
to modify our products in line with our policy of continuous product development. The
information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be
considered a commitment by M2MLogger. M2MLogger assumes no responsibility for
any errors that may appear in this document.
The document uses following pictures to get the reader’s attention:
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Note! Important information to avoid configuration that can cause
problems and therefore should be read carefully.
Additional information about how to get the most out of LadderLOGIX

Contents
1Warranty .......................................................................................................................6
2Support..........................................................................................................................6
3Terminology...................................................................................................................7
4How to use LadderLOGIX................................................................................................8
5Quick Setup Instructions ................................................................................................9
5.1 As Cloud (WebFRONT) Data-logger ..................................................................................9
5.2 As FTP Data-Logger...........................................................................................................9
5.3 As USB Data-Logger ........................................................................................................ 10
5.4 As Local Web based Data-Logger.................................................................................... 11
6About LadderLOGIX......................................................................................................12
6.1 Features..........................................................................................................................12
6.2 Mounting on DIN rail ...................................................................................................... 12
6.3 Technical Specification ...................................................................................................13
6.4 Mechanical .....................................................................................................................14
6.5 Connections.................................................................................................................... 14
6.5.1 RS232 GSM/GPRS ...........................................................................................................15
6.5.2 MODBUS RS-485.............................................................................................................15
6.5.3 Power 24VDC.................................................................................................................. 15
6.5.4 LED Indication................................................................................................................. 16
7Getting Started ............................................................................................................17
7.1 Auto Discovery utility......................................................................................................17
7.1.1 Installation...................................................................................................................... 17
7.1.2 Scanning devices connected over network..................................................................... 17
7.1.3 Scanning devices connected directly ..............................................................................17
8Web UI overview .........................................................................................................19
8.1 Browser Requirement.....................................................................................................19
8.2 Log in ..............................................................................................................................19
9User interface ..............................................................................................................20
9.1 Control Panel ..................................................................................................................20
9.2 Device Settings ............................................................................................................... 21
9.2.1 General ...........................................................................................................................21
9.2.2 System ............................................................................................................................22
9.2.3 Explorer ..........................................................................................................................28
9.3 IO Mappings ................................................................................................................... 29
9.3.1 Tags ................................................................................................................................ 29
9.3.2 Alerts ..............................................................................................................................33
9.4 Workflow ........................................................................................................................38
9.4.1 Toolbar ...........................................................................................................................38
9.4.2 Manage...........................................................................................................................39
9.4.3 Tasks ............................................................................................................................... 39

9.5 Monitor Settings............................................................................................................. 42
9.5.1 Widgets...........................................................................................................................43
9.5.2 Widget Properties........................................................................................................... 43
9.6 Trend Settings................................................................................................................. 45
9.6.1 Trend .............................................................................................................................. 45
9.6.2 Trend Properties............................................................................................................. 45
9.7 Account...........................................................................................................................47
9.8 Monitors .........................................................................................................................48
9.8.1 Toolbar ...........................................................................................................................48
9.9 Trends.............................................................................................................................49
9.9.1 Toolbar ...........................................................................................................................49
9.9.2 Zoom...............................................................................................................................49
9.10 Tag Stream...................................................................................................................... 50
9.10.1 Toolbar ...........................................................................................................................50
9.11 Alerts ..............................................................................................................................51
9.11.1 Toolbar ...........................................................................................................................51
10 Appendix .....................................................................................................................52
10.1 File name wildcards ........................................................................................................52
10.1.1 [*] - Asterisk.................................................................................................................... 52
10.2 FTP Commands ...............................................................................................................52
10.2.1 STOR ............................................................................................................................... 52
11 Troubleshoot ...............................................................................................................53
11.1 Power LED not ON ..........................................................................................................53
11.2 Both Run and Error LEDs blinking ...................................................................................53
11.3 Run LED ON and Error LED blinking ................................................................................53
11.4 Run LED OFF and Error LED ON.......................................................................................53
11.5 Connecting internet with Static IP Address..................................................................... 53

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1Warranty
M2MLogger warrants that, for a period of 365 days from date of shipment of product,
the product shall be free from defects under normal use. Under this warranty it is
obligation of M2MLogger to replace any device found defective (within the warranty
period) and has been returned to M2MLogger by buyer at buyer's expense. All shipping
and insurance costs both ways are the responsibility of buyer. The warranties do not
include damage due to negligence, improper installation or operation, accident,
tampering with warranty seal or other conditions other than normal use which might
cause the Products to fail.
THE WARRANTIES AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN THIS SECTION. M2MLOGGER MAKES NO WARRANTIES,
EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING ANY OF THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT
IS WITH BUYER. IN NO EVENT WILL M2MLOGGER BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER
PERSON OR ORGANIZATION FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST
SAVINGS OR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR
INABILITY TO USE ANY OF THE PRODUCTS, EVEN IF M2MLOGGER HAS BEEN ADVISED
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
2Support
To obtain fast and simple support for your LadderLOGIX, please use our website
http://www.m2mlogger.com. Here you will find the latest documentation,
configuration utilities, drivers etc. You can also contact our support at
[email protected].

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3Terminology
Term
Extract
Description
TCP/IP
Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) is a
set of rules used along with the Internet
Protocol (IP) to send data in the form of
message units between computers over
the Internet.
HTTP
Hyper Text Transfer Protocol
HTTP is a set of rules for exchanging files
(text, graphic images, sound, video and
other multimedia files) on the Web.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol
DHCP is a standard protocol that
automates the process of configuring
network hosts by allowing hosts to obtain
IP addresses and configuration
parameters.
Gateway
A device that makes it possible to
transfer data between networks of
different kind, e.g. MODBUS and Internet
Device
A MODBUS slave unit that is connected
to LadderLOGIX
Tag
MODBUS register configured in
LadderLOGIX.

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4How to use LadderLOGIX
Figure 1 How it works

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5Quick Setup Instructions
Make field connections to device. (See Section 6.5)
Discover the device using AutoDiscovery ustility. (See Section 7.1)
Log on to Web UI. (See Section 8.2)
Go to Control Panel > IO Mapping screen and Configure and Save
Tags and Alerts. (See Section 9.3)
Go to Control Panel > Settings > System Settings
5.1 As Cloud (WebFRONT) Data-logger
Configure and Save Mode Setting. (See Section 9.2.2.1)
oCloud Connector: On
oGateway Mode: Send
oLoop: Continuous
oLoop Interval: 10 sec
oWorkflow: Disabled.
Configure and Save Server Settings. (See Section 9.2.2.1 )
Power Off and Power On the device.
5.2 As FTP Data-Logger
Configure and Save Mode Setting. (See Section 9.2.2.1)
oCloud Connector: Off
oGateway Mode: Log
oLoop: Continuous
oLoop Interval: 10 sec
oWorkflow: Enabled.
Configure and Save Logger Settings. (See Section 9.2.2.8)
Go to Control Panel > Workflow. (See Section 9.4)
oAdd Move File Task.
Trigger: Any
Source Folder: Data
Source Filename: tag[*].fdb
Destination Folder: Workflow
oAdd Custom Task.
Trigger: Any
Executable: Fdb2Csv.exe
Arguments: tag[*].fdb
Timeout sec(s): 2
oAdd FTP Task.

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Trigger: Success
Command: STOR “tag[*].csv”
oAdd Delete File Task.
Trigger: Any
Folder: Workflow
Filename: tag[*].fdb.ftp
oAdd Delete File Task.
Trigger: Any
Folder: Workflow
Filename: tag[*].fdb.done
Save Workflow
Power Off and Power On the device.
5.3 As USB Data-Logger
Configure and Save Mode Setting. (See Section 9.2.2.1)
oCloud Connector: Off
oGateway Mode: Log
oLoop: Continuous
oLoop Interval: 10 sec
oWorkflow: Enabled.
Configure and Save Logger Settings. (See Section 9.2.2.8)
Go to Control Panel > Workflow. (See Section 9.4)
oAdd Move File Task.
Trigger: Any
Source Folder: Data
Source Filename: tag[*].fdb
Destination Folder: Workflow
oAdd Custom Task.
Trigger: Any
Executable: Fdb2Csv.exe
Arguments: tag[*].fdb
Timeout sec(s): 2
oAdd Move File Task.
Trigger: Any
Source Folder: Workflow
Source Filename: tag[*].csv
Destination Folder: USB
oAdd Delete File Task.
Trigger: Any