MSA FieldServer FS-QS-1 Series User guide

Operating Manual
QuickServer FS-QS-1XXX Start-up Guide
Revision: 3.L
Document No.:T18600
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Contents
1 About the QuickServer 5
1.1 Certification 5
1.2 Supplied Equipment 5
2 Equipment Setup 6
2.1 Mounting 6
2.2 Physical Dimensions 7
2.2.1 Dimension Drawing FS-QS-1X10-XXXX 7
2.2.2 Dimension Drawing FS-QS-1XX1-XXXX 8
2.3 R2 Port Jumper Settings 9
2.3.1 RS-485 Port 9
2.3.2 M-Bus Port: Master/Slave Jumper 12
2.4 R1 Port Small DIP Switches 13
2.4.1 RS-485 Port 13
3 Installing the QuickServer 14
3.1 RS-485 14
3.1.1 RS-485 Connection R2 Port 14
3.1.2 RS-485 Connection R1 Port 14
3.2 QuickServer LonWorks (FS-QS-1XX1-XXXX) 15
3.3 QuickServer KNX (FS-QS-124X-XXXX) 15
3.4 RS-232 Connection R2 Port (Only Available on FS-QS-122X Models) 16
4 Operation 17
4.1 Power Up the Device 17
4.2 Connect the PC to the QuickServer Over the Ethernet Port 17
5 Connecting to the QuickServer 18
5.1 Using the FieldServer Toolbox to Discover and Connect to the QuickServer 18
5.2 Using a Web Browser 18
6 Setup Web Server Security 19
6.1 Login to the FieldServer 19
6.2 Select the Security Mode 21
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate 22
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with Built-in Payload Encryption 22
7 Setup Network 23
7.1 Using FS-GUI to Input Network Settings 24
7.2 Routing Settings 25
7.3 Ethernet 1 Network Settings 26
8 Configuring the QuickServer 27
8.1 Retrieve the Sample Configuration File 27
8.2 Change the Configuration File to Meet the Application 27
8.3 Load the Updated Configuration File 28
8.3.1 Using the FS-GUI to Load a Configuration File 28
8.3.2 Retrieve the Configuration File for Modification or Backup 29
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8.4 Test and Commission the QuickServer 30
8.4.1 Accessing the FieldServer Manager 30
9 MSA Grid - FieldSever Manager Setup 31
9.1 Registration Process 31
9.2 User Setup 34
9.3 Finish Registering the FieldServer 36
9.4 Login to the FieldServer Manager 38
10 Additional Model Connection Ports 40
10.1 KNX Connection R2 Port 40
10.2 M-Bus Connection R2 Port 41
11 Troubleshooting 42
11.1 Communicating with the QuickServer Over the Network 42
11.2 Taking a FieldServer Diagnostic Capture 43
11.3 LED Functions 44
11.4 Internet Browser Software Support 45
12 Additional Information 46
12.1 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup 46
12.1.1 Change Security Mode 47
12.1.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer 48
12.2 Change User Management Settings 49
12.2.1 Create Users 50
12.2.2 Edit Users 51
12.2.3 Delete Users 52
12.2.4 Change FieldServer Password 53
12.3 QuickServer FS-QS-101X DCC 54
12.4 QuickServer Part Numbers 55
12.5 Compliance with UL Regulations 56
12.6 Specifications 57
12.7 FieldServer Manager Connection Warning Message 58
13 Limited 2 Year Warranty 59
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1 About the QuickServer
The QuickServer is a high performance, cost effective Building and Industrial Automation multi-protocol gateway providing
protocol translation between serial/Ethernet devices and networks.
NOTE:For troubleshooting assistance refer to Section 11 Troubleshooting, or any of the troubleshooting
appendices in the related driver supplements. Check the MSA Safety website for technical support resources
and documentation that may be of assistance.
The QuickServer is cloud ready and connects with MSA Safety’s Grid. See Section 9 MSA Grid - FieldSever Manager
Setup for further information.
1.1 Certification
BTL Mark – BACnet Testing Laboratory
The BTL Mark on the FieldServer is a symbol that indicates that a product has passed a series of
rigorous tests conducted by an independent laboratory which verifies that the product correctly
implements the BACnet features claimed in the listing. The mark is a symbol of a high-quality BACnet
product.
Go to www.BACnetInternational.net for more information about the BACnet Testing Laboratory. Click
here for the BACnet PIC Statement. BACnet is a registered trademark of ASHRAE.
LonMark Certification
LonMark International is the recognized authority for certification, education, and promotion of
interoperability standards for the benefit of manufacturers, integrators and end users. LonMark
International has developed extensive product certification standards and tests to provide the integrator
and user with confidence that products from multiple manufacturers utilizing LonMark devices work
together. MSA Safety has more LonMark Certified gateways than any other gateway manufacturer,
including the QuickServer, ProtoCessor, ProtoCarrier and ProtoNode for OEM applications and the full
featured, configurable gateways.
1.2 Supplied Equipment
FieldServer Gateway
• Preloaded with two selected drivers. A sample configuration file is also loaded.
NOTE: On the FS-QS-1X11 and FS-QS-12X1 one of those drivers is LonWorks.
• All instruction manuals, driver manuals, support utilities are available on the USB drive provided in the optional
accessory kit, or on the MSA website.
Accessory kit (optional) (Part # FS-8915-38-QS) includes:
• 7-ft Cat-5 cable with RJ45 connectors at both ends
• Power Supply -110/220V (p/n 69196)
• Screwdriver for connecting to terminals
• USB Flash drive loaded with:
◦ Start-up Guide
◦ FieldServer Configuration Manual
◦ All FieldServer Driver Manuals
◦ Support Utilities
◦ Any additional folders related to special files configured for a specific FieldServer
◦ Additional components as required - see driver manual supplement for details
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2 Equipment Setup
2.1 Mounting
The following mounting options are available:
• Product comes with tabs for wall or surface mount. These can be snapped off if not required.
• DIN rail mounting bracket – Included in the accessory kit or ordered separately
(part # FS-8915-35-QS).
WARNING: Install only as instructed, failure to follow the installation guidelines or using screws without the DIN
rail mounting bracket could result in permanent damage to the product. If the FieldServer is removed from the
DIN rail, use the original screws to reattach. Only screws supplied by MSA Safety should be used in the holes
found on the back of the unit when attaching the optional DIN Rail bracket. USE OF ANY OTHER SCREWS
MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT.
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2.2 Physical Dimensions
2.2.1 Dimension Drawing FS-QS-1X10-XXXX
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2.2.2 Dimension Drawing FS-QS-1XX1-XXXX
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2.3 R2 Port Jumper Settings
Gently remove the QuickServer enclosure to access the jumpers on the unit.
2.3.1 RS-485 Port
NOTE:The following Sections only apply to QuickServer models: FS-QS-1011 and FS-QS-1211.
Bias Resistors
The QuickServer bias resistors are used to keep the RS-485 bus to a known state, when there is no transmission on the line
(bus is idling), to help prevent false bits of data from being detected. The bias resistors typically pull one line high and the
other low - far away from the decision point of the logic.
In the RS-485 carrier, the bias resistor is 510 ohms which is in line with the BACnet spec. It should only be enabled at one
point on the bus (on the field port were there are very weak bias resistors of 100k). Since there are no jumpers, many
FieldServers can be put on network without running into the bias resistor limit which is < 500 ohms.
NOTE:Seethe Termination and Bias Resistance Enote for additional information.
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Termination Resistor
Termination resistors are also used to reduce noise. These pull the two lines of an idle bus together. However, they would
override the effect of any bias resistors, if connected.
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Power Jumper Settings
The QuickServer Carrier Board power jumper is set to position A by default but can be changed to position B for other power
supply requirements.
Position A:The Carrier makes use of a full-wave rectifying bridge. Can be used for 12-24VAC input or
9 – 30VDC input. At 9VDC this becomes marginal.
Position B:The Carrier makes use of a half-wave rectifying bridge. Best position for grounded AC transformers and for
using DC voltage down to 9VDC.
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2.3.2 M-Bus Port: Master/Slave Jumper
NOTE:The following only applies to models: FS-QS-1A50, FS-QS-1A51, FS-QS-1B51, FS-QS-1B51, FS-QS-1C51
and FS-QS-1C51.
The Master/Slave jumper is used to set the M-Bus hardware as a Master or Slave device (indicated by the labels on the
board).
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2.4 R1 Port Small DIP Switches
Gently remove the QuickServer enclosure to access the small DIP switches for the R1 Port.
2.4.1 RS-485 Port
NOTE:The following only applies to QuickServer models FS-QS-1XX0 or all non-LonWorks models.
• If more than one RS-485 device is connected to the network, then the field bias resistor switch needs to be enabled to
ensure proper communication. See image abovefor the orientation of switch positions referenced below.
◦ The default factory setting is OFF (switch position = right side)
◦ To enable biasing, turn the bias switch ON (switch position = left side)
NOTE:Biasing only needs to be enabled on one device. The QuickServer has 510-ohm resistors that are used
to set the biasing.
• If the FieldServer is the last device on the trunk, then the end of line (EOL) termination switch needs to be enabled. See
image above for the orientation of switch positions referenced below.
◦ The default factory setting is OFF (switch position = right side)
◦ To enable the EOL termination, turn the EOL switch ON (switch position = left side)
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3 Installing the QuickServer
3.1 RS-485
3.1.1 RS-485 Connection R2 Port
Connect to the 3 pins on the left-hand-side of the 6-pin connector as shown.
The following Baud Rates are supported on the R2 Port:
4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
For details on other types of connection ports, refer to Section 10 Additional Model Connection Ports.
3.1.2 RS-485 Connection R1 Port
NOTE:The following only applies to non-LonWorks QuickServers with an RS-485 R1 port.
Connect to the 3-pin connector as shown.
The following Baud Rates are supported on the R1 Port:
110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 20833, 28800, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200
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3.2 QuickServer LonWorks (FS-QS-1XX1-XXXX)
Connect the QuickServer to the LonWorks terminal using a twisted pair non-shielded cable.
To commission the QuickServer LonWorks port, insert a small screwdriver in the commissioning hole on the face of the
QuickServer’s enclosure to access the Service Pin. See the instructions on the QuickServer as to which way to toggle the
screwdriver during commissioning.
3.3 QuickServer KNX (FS-QS-124X-XXXX)
Connect the QuickServer to the KNX bus using the standard KNX twisted pair cable.
To commission the QuickServer as a KNX device in ETS Software, insert a small pin into the KNX commissioning hole on
the face of the QuickServer to access the button.
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3.4 RS-232 Connection R2 Port (Only Available on FS-QS-122X Models)
Refer to Section 10 Additional Model Connection Ports for further hardware connection options.
The following Baud Rates are supported on the R2 Port:
4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
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4 Operation
4.1 Power Up the Device
Apply power to the device. Ensure that the power supply used complies with the specifications provided. Ensure that the
cable is grounded using the “Frame GND” terminal. The QuickServer is factory set for 9-30V DC or 12-24V AC.
4.2 Connect the PC to the QuickServer Over the Ethernet Port
• Connect an Ethernet cable between the PC and QuickServer or connect the QuickServer and the PC to the switch using
a straight Cat-5 cable.
• The Default IP Address of the QuickServer is 192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
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5 Connecting to the QuickServer
The FieldServer Toolbox Application can be used to discover and connect to the QuickServer on a local area network. To
manually connect to the QuickServer using the Toolbox, click on the plus icon next to the "Devices" header and enter the IP
Address, or enter the Internet IP Address into a web browser.
5.1 Using the FieldServer Toolbox to Discover and Connect to the QuickServer
• Install the Toolbox application from the USB drive or download it from the MSA Safety website.
• Use the FS Toolbox application to find the QuickServer and connect to the QuickServer.
NOTE:If the connect button is greyed out, the QuickServer’s IP Address must be set to be on the same
network as the PC. (Section 5.2 Using a Web Browser)
5.2 Using a Web Browser
• Open a web browser and connect to the QuickServer’s default IP Address. The default IP Address of the QuickServer is
192.168.2.101, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0.
• If the PC and the QuickServer are on different IP networks, assign a static IP Address to the PC on the 192.168.2.X
network.
NOTE: Check Section 11.4 Internet Browser Software Support for supported browsers.
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6 Setup Web Server Security
6.1 Login to the FieldServer
The first time the FieldServer GUI is opened in a browser, the IP Address for the gateway will appear as untrusted. This will
cause the following pop-up windows to appear.
• When the Web Server Security Unconfigured window appears, read the text and choose whether to move forward with
HTTPS or HTTP.
• When the warning that “Your connection is not private” appears, click the advanced button on the bottom left corner of
the screen.
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• Additional text will expand below the warning, click the underlined text to go to the IP Address. In the example below this
text is “Proceed to <FieldServer IP> (unsafe)”.
• When the login screen appears, put in the Username (default is “admin”) and the Password (found on the label of the
FieldServer).
NOTE:There is also a QR code in the top right corner of the FieldServer label that shows the default unique
password when scanned.
NOTE:A user has 5 attempts to login then there will be a 10-minute lockout. There is no timeout on the
FieldServer to enter a password.
NOTE:To create individual user logins, go to Section 12.2 Change User Management Settings.
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