Softing FG-200 HSE Troubleshooting guide

FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus
Quick Startup Guide
Version: EN-102018-1.31
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 ................................................................................... 6About this guide
................................................................................................................ 61.1 Read me first
................................................................................................................ 61.2 Target audience
................................................................................................................ 61.3 Typographic conventions
................................................................................................................ 71.4 Document feedback
Chapter 2 ................................................................................... 8About FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus
................................................................................................................ 82.1 Intended use
................................................................................................................ 82.2 Scope of delivery
................................................................................................................ 92.3 System requirements
................................................................................................................ 92.4 Safety precautions
Chapter 3 ................................................................................... 11Installation
................................................................................................................ 113.1 Hardware installation
.................................................................................................. 11
Mounting and dismounting3.1.1
.................................................................................................. 13
Connection diagram3.1.2
.................................................................................................. 14
Connecting the power supply3.1.3
.................................................................................................. 15
Connecting to the network3.1.4
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Modbus serial connection3.1.5
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FG-200 redundancy3.1.6
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FF-H1 interface connection3.1.7
.................................................................................................. 22
Powering up the device3.1.8
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Adding a second FG-200 for redundancy3.1.9
................................................................................................................ 233.2 Software installation

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Chapter 4 ................................................................................... 24Configuration
................................................................................................................ 244.1 Configuring the IP address
................................................................................................................ 254.2 Setting up a ComConf project
Chapter 5 ................................................................................... 26Status indicators - LEDs
................................................................................................................ 275.1 PWR - power supply
................................................................................................................ 275.2 Device LED statuses in stand-alone mode
................................................................................................................ 285.3 RUN/ERR/RDL - LED statuses in redundant mode
................................................................................................................ 325.4 H1 channel status indicators
Chapter 6 ................................................................................... 33Technical data
................................................................................................................ 336.1 Specifications
................................................................................................................ 346.2 Installation positions
Chapter 7 ................................................................................... 36European and International Approval
Chapter 8 ................................................................................... 37North American Approval
Chapter 9 ................................................................................... 38Declaration of conformity

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1About this guide
1.1 Read me first
Please read this guide carefully before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
Softing does not assume any liability for damages due to improper installation or
operation of this product.
1.2 Target audience
This Quick Startup Guide is intended for experienced operation personnel and network
specialists responsible for configuring and maintaining field devices in process
automation networks. Any person using an FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus must have read and
fully understood the safety requirements and working instructions in this guide.
1.3 Typographic conventions
The following conventions are used throughout Softing customer documentation:
Keys, buttons, menu items, commands and
other elements involving user interaction are
set in bold font and menu sequences are
separated by an arrow
Open Start Control Panel Programs
Buttons from the user interface are enclosed
in brackets and set to bold typeface
Press [Start] to start the application
Coding samples, file extracts and screen
output is set in Courier font type
MaxDlsapAddressSupported=23
File names and directories are written in
italic
Device description files are located in C:
\<Application name>\delivery\software
\Device Description files

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CAUTION
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may result in minor or moderate injury
Note
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followed during installation, use, or servicing of this device.
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2About FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus
The Softing FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus is a gateway connecting Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP or
FOUNDATION fieldbus High Speed Ethernet (HSE) to FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 field devices.
It provides fast access to process data, while making use of FOUNDATION Fieldbus
advantages such as reduced cabling, central field device parametrization, comprehensive
diagnostics or intrinsically safe device segments. For simple installation it is compatible
with the R. STAHL bus-Carrier Series 9419 and Fieldbus power supplies Series 9412.
2.1 Intended use
The FG-200 can be used for integrating up to four FF H1 links into a Modbus control system
(TCP or RTU) or for communication between FF H1 devices and FF HSE network. The gateway
can be operated in both hazardous and non-hazardous areas. Any other use is not
intended. Follow the instructions in this guide on how to use the FG-200.
2.2 Scope of delivery
The delivery of this gateway includes the following parts:
FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus device
CD including ComConf, PACTware firmware and manuals
Quick Startup Guide
IP address label
Note
The FG-200 is available in two variants. They have identical technical
specifications. Their only differentiating characteristic is their mount direction
that is mirrored, i.e. rotated by 180°.

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2.3 System requirements
24V power supply
power conditioner
PC with operating system Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 (both 32 bit or 64 bit supported)
Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer version 8.0 or higher, Mozilla Firefox version
version 35 or higher)
2.4 Safety precautions
Use in hazardous areas
The FG-200 is an electrical equipment with degree of protection Ex nA, approved for use in
Zone 2 hazardous areas or in the safe area. The four FF-H1 interfaces are designed
according to the protection method Ex ic. Only certified circuits with an according
protection method shall be connected to these FF-H1 interfaces.

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Special hints for safe use
Before setting the FG-200 into operation, the corresponding field has to be
maked (e.g. if the device is used in an IC environment, mark the upper field on
the type label).
Use an appropriate permanent pen for signing, e.g. an etching pen.
More than one marking is not allowed. If you need a second marking, you must
replace the existing equipment with a new one.
An equipment which has been operated under non-intrinsically safe
conditions is no longer permitted to be used under intrinsically safe
conditions.
The FG-200 HSE/FF Modbus is only approved for intended and appropriate use. In case of
noncompliance, the warranty and manufacturer’s liability do no longer apply!
CAUTION
During operation, the device's surface will be heated up. Avoid direct contact.
When servicing, turn off the power supply and wait until surface has cooled
down.
Note
Do not open the housing of the FG-200. It does not contain any parts that need
to be maintained or repaired. In the event of a fault or defect, remove the device
and return it to the vendor. Opening the device will void the warranty!

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3Installation
3.1 Hardware installation
Note
With an ambient temperature above 55 °C at the place of installation it is likely
that the temperatures of connecting cables will increase if the cables are
installed in an unfavourable position. In such cases, measure the temperature
to ensure that the service temperature of the cables is not exceeded (i.e. 80 °C),
or use cables sustaining high temperatures of at least 90 °C.
3.1.1 Mounting and dismounting
Note
Make sure the FG-200 is mounted in a manner that the power supply
disconnecting device or interrupt facility can always be reached easily.
Note
Depending on the installation position, the maximum ambient operating
temperature may differ. Refer to Technical Data for detailed information.
Installation and inspection
Installation and inspection must be carried out by qualified personnel only
(personnel qualified according to the German standard TRBS 1203 or similar
(Technical Regulations for Operational Safety). The definition of terms can be
found in IEC 60079-17.
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Mounting
1. Hook the upper notch of the cut-out on the
back of the FG-200 into a 35 mm DIN rail.
2. Press the FG-200 down towards the rail
until it slides into place over the lip of the
locking bar.
Note
Do not put stress on the device by bending or torsion.
Dismounting
1. Slide a screwdriver diagonally under the
housing into the locking bar.
2. Lever the screwdriver upwards, pull the
locking bar downwards - without tilting the
screwdriver - and move the gateway upwards
off the rail.

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3.1.2 Connection diagram
The following connection diagram shows the physical interfaces of the FG-200.

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3.1.3 Connecting the power supply
1. Connect the FG-200 to a 24 V DC power supply.
2. Use different or redundant power supplies for redundant FG-200s.
3. Turn on the power supply. The boot process takes approx. 50 seconds. For indication
of proper operation of a FG-200 acting in non-redundant mode or as primary device
in redundant mode refer to Status indicators - LEDs .
The supply voltage (18 VDC .... 32 VDC) is connected by a 3-pole terminal block. The power
supply is connected to the plug connector via flexible wires with a cross section of 0.75 to
1.5 mm². The ground connection wire must have a cross section of 1.5 mm².
Pin
Signal
Description
1
GND
Ground
2
Functional earth
3
L+
Positive supply voltage
CAUTION
The Functional Earth (FE) connection of the device has to be connected at low
inductance with the Protective Earth (PE) of the system.
Note
As indicated in the connection diagram, the power can be applied alternatively
by a special DIN rail connector (Rail Power Supply). For further information
contact Softing Industrial Automation.
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3.1.4 Connecting to the network
1. Connect the FG-200 to the Modbus TCP network to one of the two Ethernet ports (ETH1
or ETH2).
2. Connect each link of your FOUNDATION fieldbus H1 network via a power conditioner
to a Fieldbus Channel port of your gateway (CH0 to CH3).
Note
When using the FG-200 as linking device you can broadcast High Speed Ethernet
(HSE) and Modbus TCP over the same Ethernet port.
FG-200 with redundancy connection

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FG-200 with Modbus connection
Note
Your FG-200 cannot operate in both Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU mode at the
same time.
Note
When you connect your FG-200 to a Modbus RTU Master you cannot operate
the device in redundancy mode.

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3.1.5 Modbus serial connection
When connecting the FG-200 via serial connection (RTU) use the connector from your
delivery with the following pin assignment:
Pin
Signal
Description
6
RX
Receiver eXchange
5
TX
Transmitter eXchange
4
GND
Ground
Note
If you are working with two FG-200 in redundant mode, the serial connection
cannot be used (see next Section).
3.1.6 FG-200 redundancy
If you intend to use two FG-200s as a redundant set, connect the redundancy link
interfaces (RDL) of both FG-200s (primary and secondary) by a cable before you power up
the devices. If the redundancy link is not installed before start-up, the FG-200 will operate
in non-redundant mode.
Note
As the interface is not galvanically isolated make sure that there is no potential
difference between the two connected devices.

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The maximum cable length is 0.5 m according to EMC requirements. The pin assignment is:
Pin
Signal
Description
6
RX
Receives data from redundant device
5
TX
Transmits data to redundant device
4
GND
Ground
Note
The receive (RX) and transmit (TX) signals must be cross-linked.
Do not power up devices when serial link is missing
If the two FG-200 s forming a redundant set are powered while the serial link is missing,
both devices will behave like independent, non-redundant Primary Devices. If they
operated in redundant mode before and therefore have identical configuration
information, both will use the same H1 node addresses, which will cause problems on the
H1 links. The ERR (error) LED will blink. In this case, remove the power, install the serial
link and apply the power again.

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Primary device vs. secondary device
When using a redundant set of two FG-200 s, the device which is powered first will operate
as primary device. If both devices are powered at the same time, the one with the lower IP
address will operate as primary device.
Removing the power supply
Before you remove the power supply from the primary device make sure the secondary
device is operational. In a redundant set of FG-200s, removing the power supply, the
Ethernet cable or the redundancy link interface cable from the primary device causes a
redundancy change-over. Before doing so, make sure that the secondary device is
operational (and not still booting due to a prior change-over). Otherwise the system breaks
down or the configuration information might get lost. Therefore wait at least one minute
between such checks.

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3.1.7 FF-H1 interface connection
Connect the H1 links to the terminal blocks of the H1 interfaces. Since the FG-200 does not
provide power to the H1 links, a power conditioner and a bus termination is required for
each H1 link. When using a redundant set of two devices, make sure to connect each H1
link to the same channel (CH 1 .. CH 4) on both FG-200s.
The FG-200 provides four Foundation Fieldbus H1 interfaces. These interfaces are named
CH1 to CH4 and are used to connect an FF-H1 bus to the FG-200.
FF H1 bus line channel 1
CH1
Pin
Signal
Description
7
+
Fieldbus +
8
S
Fieldbus shield
9
-
Fieldbus -
FF H1 bus line channel 2
CH2
Pin
Signal
Description
10
+
Fieldbus +
11
S
Fieldbus shield
12
-
Fieldbus -