MSA fieldserver QuickServer FS-QS-2XX0-F User manual

Operating Manual
QuickServer FS-QS-2XX0-F Start-up Guide
Revision: 2.Q
Document No.: T18627
Print Spec: 10000005389 (F)
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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
3 Installation 8
3.1 DIP Switch Settings 8
3.2 Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports 10
3.2.1 Wiring 10
3.2.2 Supported RS-485 Baud Rates by Protocol 10
3.3 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port 11
4 Power up the Gateway 12
5 Connect the PC to the Gateway 13
5.1 Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet 13
5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC 13
5.2 Navigate to the Login Page 13
6 Setup Web Server Security 14
6.1 Login to the FieldServer 14
6.2 Select the Security Mode 16
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate 17
6.2.2 HTTPS with Default Untrusted Self-Signed TLS Certificate or HTTP with Built-in Payload Encryption 17
7 Setup Network 18
7.1 Using FS-GUI to Input Network Settings 19
7.2 Routing Settings 20
7.3 Ethernet 1 Network Settings 21
8 Configuring the QuickServer 22
8.1 Retrieve the Sample Configuration File 22
8.2 Change the Configuration File to Meet the Application 22
8.3 Load the Updated Configuration File 23
8.3.1 Using the FS-GUI to Load a Configuration File 23
8.3.2 Retrieve the Configuration File for Modification or Backup 24
8.4 Test and Commission the QuickServer 25
8.4.1 Accessing the FieldServer Manager 25
9 MSA Grid - FieldSever Manager Setup 26
9.1 Registration Process 26
9.2 User Setup 29
9.3 Finish Registering the FieldServer 31
9.4 Login to the FieldServer Manager 33
10 Troubleshooting 35
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10.1 Communicating with the QuickServer Over the Network 35
10.2 Taking a FieldServer Diagnostic Capture 36
10.3 LED Functions 37
10.4 Factory Reset Instructions 38
10.5 Internet Browser Software Support 38
11 Additional Information 39
11.1 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup 39
11.1.1 Change Security Mode 40
11.1.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer 41
11.2 Change User Management Settings 42
11.2.1 Create Users 43
11.2.2 Edit Users 44
11.2.3 Delete Users 45
11.2.4 Change FieldServer Password 46
11.3 QuickServer Part Numbers 47
11.4 Specifications 48
11.5 Warnings 48
11.6 Compliance with EN IEC 62368-1 49
11.7 FieldServer Manager Connection Warning Message 50
12 Limited 2 Year Warranty 51
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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 10 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.
NOTE:The FS-QS-2XX0-F contains all Serial and Ethernet drivers.
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.
1.2 Supplied Equipment
FieldServer Gateway
• Preloaded with two selected drivers. A sample configuration file is also loaded.
• 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 gateway can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit.
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2.2 Physical Dimensions
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3 Installation
3.1 DIP Switch Settings
To enable Bias Resistors, move both the BIAS- and BIAS+ dip switches to the right in the orientation shown
above.
The 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.
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 (for
example, on the field port were there are very weak bias resistors of 100k). Since there are no jumpers, many QuickServers
can be put on the network without running into the bias resistor limit which is < 500 ohms.
NOTE:Seethe Termination and Bias Resistance Enote for additional information.
NOTE:The R1 and R2 DIP Switches apply settings to the respective serial port.
NOTE:If the gateway is already powered on, DIP switch settings will not take effect unless the unit is power
cycled.
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If the gateway is the last device on the serial trunk, then the End-Of-Line Termination Switch needs to be enabled. To
enable the Termination Resistor, move the TERM dip switch to the right in the orientation shown in above.
Termination resistor is also used to reduce noise. It pulls the two lines of an idle bus together. However, the resistor would
override the effect of any bias resistors if connected.
NOTE:The R1 and R2 DIP Switches apply settings to the respective serial port.
NOTE:If the gateway is already powered on, DIP switch settings will not take effect unless the unit is power
cycled.
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3.2 Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports
For the R1 Port only: Switch between RS-485 and RS-232 by moving the number 4 DIP Switch left for RS-485 and right
for RS-232 (see images in Section 3.1 DIP Switch Settings).
The R2 Port is RS-485.
Connect to the 3-pin connector(s) as shown below.
3.2.1 Wiring
RS-485 RS-232
BMS
RS-485 Wiring
Gateway Pin
Assignment
BMS
RS-485 Wiring
Gateway Pin
Assignment
RS-485 + TX + RS-232 - TX +
RS-485 - RX - RS-232 + RX -
GND GND GND GND
NOTE:The RS-485/RS-232 is part of the RS-485/RS-232 interface and must be connected to the corresponding
terminal on the BMS. If the cable is shielded, the shield must connected only at one end and to earth ground –
it will help suppress the electromagnetic field interference. (Connecting the shield at both ends will likely
produce current loops, which could produce noise or interference that the shield was intended to block).
3.2.2 Supported RS-485 Baud Rates by Protocol
The supported baud rates for either port is based on the protocol of the connected devices.
The following baud rates are supported for Modbus RTU:
2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 76800, 115200
The following baud rates are supported for BACnet MS/TP:
9600, 19200, 38400, 76800, 115200
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