Viltrus Electronics MX-7 User manual

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Contents
1. ABBREVIATIONS AND EXPLANATIONS...........................................................................................6
1.1 Markings.........................................................................................................................6
1.2 LED indications..............................................................................................................7
1.3 Explanations ...................................................................................................................7
2. PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................9
2.1 Symbols..........................................................................................................................9
2.2 Safety instructions ..........................................................................................................9
3. TECHNICALDATA ..............................................................................................................................11
3.1 Purpose of device..........................................................................................................11
3.2 Information on top label...............................................................................................12
3.3 Communication interfaces............................................................................................13
3.4 Protection......................................................................................................................13
3.5 Indication......................................................................................................................13
3.6 Power supply ................................................................................................................14
3.7 Construction..................................................................................................................14
3.8 Working conditions.......................................................................................................14
3.9 Safety parameters .........................................................................................................14
3.10 Other parameters...........................................................................................................14
4. SUPPORTED FUNCTIONS..................................................................................................................15
4.1 Connection and communication functions...................................................................15
4.2 Measuring functions .....................................................................................................17
4.3 Archive functions .........................................................................................................18
4.4 Alarm functions ............................................................................................................19
4.5 Meters and data collecting functions............................................................................19
4.6 Time functions..............................................................................................................19
4.7 Other functions .............................................................................................................20
5. INSTALLATION...................................................................................................................................21
5.2 Connecting....................................................................................................................21
5.3 Switching......................................................................................................................21
6. BASIC OF VILTRUSSOFTWARE........................................................................................................24
6.1 Operating principles .....................................................................................................24

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6.2 Before connecting................................................................................25
6.3 Connecting to data logger over serial COM (device) port [Start] ................................26
6.4 Connecting over USB (device) port [Start]..................................................................27
6.5 Connecting over Ethernet and GSM [Start] .................................................................27
7. SETTING UP .........................................................................................................................................29
7.1 Set up clock [Time parameters]....................................................................................29
7.2 Analog measurements [Analog inputs] ........................................................................32
7.3 Discrete measurements [Discrete inputs].....................................................................36
7.4 Discrete outputs [Discrete outputs] ..............................................................................38
7.5 USB (device) ................................................................................................................39
7.6 Ethernet.........................................................................................................................39
7.7 GPRS/GSM ..................................................................................................................42
7.8 Serial interfaces ............................................................................................................43
7.9 Routing .........................................................................................................................49
7.10 Accounting of energy carrier meters [Communication>Connected devices] ..............56
7.11 External modules [Communication>External module>RAY-1]..................................64
7.12 Restarting......................................................................................................................68
7.13 Limits verification ........................................................................................................69
7.14 Alerts ............................................................................................................................70
7.15 Data storing to archive [Archives]................................................................................74
8. STORED DATA.....................................................................................................................................77
8.1 Loging analog input channels [Archives>Values>Analog inputs]................................77
8.2 Heat counter data [Archives>Values>Heat]..................................................................78
8.3 GAS meter data [Archives>Values>GAS]....................................................................78
8.4 Logging water data [Archives>Values>Water].............................................................79
8.5 Electricity meter data logging [Archives>Values>Electricity]. ...................................79
8.6 Discrete inputs log [Archives>Values>Discrete inputs] ...............................................80
8.7 Event logging [Archives>Values>Events]....................................................................80
9. SUPPLEMENT......................................................................................................................................82
9.1 System requirements.....................................................................................................82
9.2 Default connection values ............................................................................................82
9.3 Preparing UTP cable.....................................................................................................82
9.4 RS232 cabling...............................................................................................................83
9.5 Com port setup..............................................................................................................83

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9.6 USB cable.....................................................................................................................85
9.7 Installing VILTRUS USB driver...................................................................................85
9.8 TCP/IP settings .............................................................................................................87

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1. ABBREVIATIONS AND EXPLANATIONS
1.1 Markings
Xn –is a number of sockets. This information is provided for manufacturer’s purpose.
GSM –Global Standard for Mobile Communications. These interfaces are prepared for remote
connections and data bidirectional data transfer over Global Standard Mobile network.
GPRS - a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication
system's global system for mobile communications (GSM).
Ethernet - a family of computer networking technologies for local area networks (LANs)
commercially introduced in 1980. Standardized in IEEE 802.3, Ethernet has largely replaced
competing wired LAN technologies. These interfaces are prepared for connection LAN (Local
Area Network).
GND –ground wire contact
RS232 - the traditional name for a series of standards for serial binary single-ended data and
control signals connecting between a DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) and a DCE (Data Circuit-
terminating Equipment). It is commonly used in computer serial ports. The standard defines the
electrical characteristics and timing of signals, the meaning of signals, and the physical size and
pin out of connectors. RS232 interfaces are prepared for connection of peripheral devices
(example energy meters, data loggers, machines and etc.).
TD –contact for transfer data wire of RS232 socket
RD –contact for read data wire of RS232 socket
DTR –contact for Data Transmit Ready wire of RS232 socket
RS485 - standard defining the electrical characteristics of drivers and receivers for use in balanced
digital multipoint systems. The standard is published by the ANSI Telecommunications Industry
Association/Electronic Industries Alliance (TIA/EIA). Digital communications networks
implementing the EIA-485 standard can be used effectively over long distances and in electrically
noisy environments. Multiple receivers may be connected to such a network in a linear, multi-
drop configuration. RS485 interfaces are prepared for connection of peripheral devices (example
energy meters, data loggers, machines and etc.).
A+ –contact for positive wire of RS485 socket
B- –contact for negative wire of RS485 socket
USB –Universal Serial Bus is an industry standard, that defines the cables, connectors and

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protocols used for connection, communication and power supply between computer and electronic
devices. USB type B socket is prepared for connection to PC (Personal Computer). USB type A
socket is prepared for connection to peripheral devices (example memory stick’s and etc.).
M-Bus - a European standard (EN 13757-2 physical and link layer, EN 13757-3 application layer)
for the remote reading of gas or electricity meters. The M-Bus interface is made for
communication on two wire, making it very cost effective.
MBUS+ –contact for M-Bus positive wire
MBUS- –contact for M-Bus negative wire
Socket –is an endpoint of a bidirectional inter-process communication flow across an Internet
Protocol-based computer network, such as the Internet
Data/Req –are protocol used by Kamstrup, for data transfer over two wires are
Data –contact for data wire
Req –contact for request wire
Current loop - are used where a device must be monitored or controlled remotely over a pair of
conductors. Only one current level can be present at any time.
CL+ –contact for current loop positive wire
CL- –contact for current loop negative wire
1.2 LED indications
Status –device status indicating LED
Output –status of power for external device indicating LED
TX/RX –data transfer/receive indicating LED
TXD –data transferring LED indicator
RXD –data receiving LED indicator
100Mbs –Ethernet High speed connection indicating LED
1.3 Explanations
“Alarm mode” – in state of alarm status Data Logger initiates an event notification for user
selected discrete input mode (Alarm mode: unconnected, connected, both events)
Central computer –server or a computer, where data can be sent.
IP address - An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical label that is assigned to devices
participating in a network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication between its nodes.
TCP/IP –Transmission Control Protocol is for communication between computers, used as a

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standard for transmitting data over networks and as the basis for standard Internet protocols.
MAC address –Media Access Control address is a unique identifier assigned to most network
adapters.
UART –An Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter is a type of “asynchronous
receiver/transmitter, a part of computer hardware that translates data between parallel a serial
forms. UART are commonly used in conjunction with communication standards such as EIA RS-
232, RS-422 or RS-485.

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2. PREFACE
2.1 Symbols
International electrical symbol list. Some or all symbols can be used on data logger marking or
in this user manual.
Symbol
Explanation
With the CE marking on a product the manufacturer ensures that the
product conforms with the essential requirements of the applicable EC
directives.
DC (Direct Current)
Caution
Grounding
LED indicator
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Contact number on plug
RoHS
Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment 2002/95/EC. Commonly referred to as
the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive or RoHS)
2.2 Safety instructions
To install and setup device, special technical knowledges are needed. Call to seller or certified
professionals to connect and setup device!
Before connecting to power supply, be sure that:
1. Data logger is not damaged (no cracks, melted, broken or exposed areas)
2. Data logger is used with right and correct thickness cables.
3. Data logger and antenna are installed indoor.
4. The data logger is intended for supply from a Limited Power Source (LPS) with current
rating of overcurrent protective device not greater than 2A
5. The highest transients on the DC secondary circuit of LPS, derived from AC main
supply, shall be less then 71V peak.
6. The associated equipment (AE): PC and PSU (LPS) shall comply with the requirements
of Standard EN 69050-1.

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7. Data logger is dry.
8. Ambient temperature and humidity are in normal range and non-condensing.
9. Other types of devices (meters, etc.) are connected correctly by using manufacturer‘
regulations.
10. The end of stranded conductor shall not be consolidated by soft soldering and must to be
terminated
11. Device, PC and other peripherical devices are strictly connected through one double pole
breaker (current break less than 5A and space between breaker contacts more than 3mm.)
Pole breaker has to be in building ‘s wiring and in reachable place with markings
Don‘t use:
1. Device under open water (in rain and if water is splashing on data logger or
connected devices;
2. Device if enclosure, connected cables, or other connected devices are damaged;
3. External Back-Up batteries for powering data logger.
Use device by manufacturer ‘s regulations otherwise you can damage data logger or
other devices. In that case manufacturer ‘s warranty could not be obtained.
If you suspect that device doesn‘t operate correctly or has visibleviolations, disconnect
from power supplier and contact manufacturer or your distributor to check or run
maintenance.
Manufacturer does not affect and is not responsible for GSM/GPRS/Internet operators‘
provided network service pricing and costs.

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3. TECHNICAL DATA
3.1 Purpose of device
Data logger is designed to:
•Read out data from energy resources meters (electricity, heat, water, gas);
•Measure analog (current) signal values;
•Follow status of objects;
•Form control signals;
•Store accounting and measurement data;
•Carry out initial processing of data;
•Generate reports to service personnel at the limit of deviation from the preset parameters
and status (discrete signals) change;
•Send all data through GSM/GPRS and Ethernet.
Pic 1 Data logger’s flowchart

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3.2 Information on top label
This label provides common information about data logger and if you will need any consultations
from technical center or manufacturer, please let them know full Manufacturer’s code and Serial
No.
Configuration code provides full information about installed interfaces, supported power and
other technical information:

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3.3 Communication interfaces
Interfaces
Technical data
RS485
up to 1.2 km, max 32 transvers, speed up to 19.2
Kbits/s
RS232
up to 15m, speed up to 19,2 Kbits/s
Opto
(KAMSTRUP) data transfer interface
Current loop
<30V, 14-20mA,up to 6 km, speed up to 19,2 Kbit/s
M-Bus
Up to 8 devices
GPRS
3 band 900/1800/1900 MHz
Ethernet
10/100 Mb twisted pair, up to 100m
USB
Type B, version 2.0
Discrete INPUTS
“Dry contact”
Discrete OUTPUTS
Open contact, up to 50V , up to 500mA
Analog INPUTS
0/4-20mA,0-5 mA ; (250Ω); error ±0,15%
3.4 Protection
Insulation voltage between power
supplier and second circuits
1500 V
Insulated interfaces
B, C, D (see Configuration code)
Analog INPUTS
Yes, insulation voltage 500V
Discrete INPUTS
Yes. Non-insulated from discrete outputs
Discrete OUTPUTS
Yes. Non-insulated from discrete inputs
3.5 Indication
Indication type
LED’s
Indicated parameters
•Each discrete input and output status
•Power for external devices
•Serial interfaces Transfer and Receive
•GSM/GPRS modem status, Transfer and Receive
•Ethernet Full duplex, 100 Mbs, Transfer/Receive

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3.6 Power supply
Power supply
9 ÷ 36 VDC
Power consumption
Up to 10VA
3.7 Construction
Mounting
DIN35 rail
Dimensions
277 mm x 128 mm x 50 mm
Tightness
IP20
3.8 Working conditions
Working temperature
From - 25 oC to + 60oC
Storage temperature
From - 40 oC to + 60oC
Relative humidity
From 5 % to 95 % non-condensing
3.9 Safety parameters
Safety requirements
Meet requirements LST EN 61010-1:2002
Electromagnetic compatibility
Meets requirements of:
LST EN 55022:2000+A1+AC:2002+A2:2003
LST EN 55024:2000+A1:2003+A2:2003
LST EN 61000-4-2+A1+A2:2002
LST EN 61000-4-3+A1:2004
LST EN 61000-4-4:2005
LST EN 61000-4-5:2002+A1:2003
LST EN 61000-4-6:2002+A1:2003
3.10 Other parameters
Archive storage memory
1 ÷ 8 MB (default – 2 MB)
Configuration settings storage
without power supply
More than 5 years
Real time clock
Yes (optional)
Firmware loading
Yes. Through RS232 or/and Ethernet and GSM/GPRS.
Through USB (under separate order).

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4. SUPPORTED FUNCTIONS
4.1 Connection and communication functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Routing
TCP/IP <> Serial
(Request/answer)
Gateway TCP/IP <> Serial (Request) enables user to read
devices data remotely. Data logger with device
communicates in sequence: Request <> Answer
TCP/IP <> Serial
(Full transparent)
Special transparent protocol, for remote data reading
from various devices, especially from those, which have
special manufacturer‘s protocol. Transparent data
transfer protocol enables to use data logger particularly
with any device irrespective of its protocol.
TCP/IP <> Modbus
RTU
Gateway TCP/IP <> Modbus RTU enables data logger to
change Modbus TCP/IP protocol to Modbus RTU.
TCP/IP <> Other
protocols
Gateway TCP/IP <> Other protocols enables data logger
to change Modbus TCP/IP protocol to proprietary
protocol.
Ethernet <> GPRS
GPRS <> Ethernet
Routing function let‘s to expand intranet‘s possibilities.
Remote user can setup and access any device connected
to intranet over GPRS or Ethernet.
Serial
interfaces
Modbus RTU server
Modbus RTU
connection.
server
is
used
to
establish
local
Modbus RTU client
This function enables data logger to get data from other
devices connected to data logger locally in Modbus RTU
protocol.
GPRS/Ethernet
Modbus TCP/IP
server
Modbus TCP/IP server is used to establish remote
connection with data logger.
Modbus TCP/IP
client
This function enables data logger to get data from other
devices connected remotely in Modbus TCP/IP protocol.
4.1.1 Modbus TCP/IP protocol
Modbus TCP/IP it is a Modbus RTU adapted for TCP. Modbus TCP/IP use TCP/IP protocol to
transfer Modbus data packets over Ethernet network. Modbus RTU packet and all his functions
(except Modbus control sum) is inserted into TCP frame and sent over 502 port, with is reserved
for use with Modbus. All Modbus TCP/IP clients and servers query and accept Modbus data over
502 port. Data security is guaranteed by TCP (Transport Control Protocol). IP (Internet Protocol)
takes care of addressing and data transferring.
Data logger is using Modbus protocol for direct data exchange with PC, by using Ethernet.

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Data logger can work as Modbus Server and as Modbus Client at the same time. Modbus Client
sends query to Modbus Server, the Server makes decision, to answer in to query (read/write data),
or to send it to other Server.
4.1.2 Modbus Server
Data logger use Modbus RTU protocol to communicate with client’s PC. PC, over UART
interface query data logger, with Modbus Server protocol. The Modbus Server make decision
what to do with query, and query internal Modbus Server register or send query to next Server
and so on…. Query contains TCP port, MAC address (every data logger has unique MAC), data
logger’s IP address. Then query is sent over Ethernet. Remote Server over Ethernet returns
answer to data logger’s Modbus Server.
Pic 2 Scheme, how data logger sends data in Modbus Server mode
4.1.3 Modbus Client
The query received over Ethernet in to Data logger’s Modbus TCP Server, which contains TCP
port, Clients IP and MAC address, are redirected to internal register of Modbus Server or to
Modbus Serial Client. Modbus Serial Client answers to query, sends it to some UART interface,
or redirect to Modbus client (temperature, pressure or other sensor, M-bus meter or other device).

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Pic 3 Scheme of data logger in Modbus Client mode
4.2 Measuring functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Analog inputs
Measurement
Data logger periodically 0.1 second intervals measures
analog signal in default measurement scale of electrical
signals (Voltage, current, resistance). To eliminate
fluctuations in measured signal data logger uses time and
amplitude filters.
Conversion
Measured analog signal is converted into physical
parameter value.
Min/Max alarm limit
Accepted values data logger compares with user-defined
min/max alarm limit. If parameter value goes out of range
or comes back (min/max alarm limit) deviation (event)
fixed. For more information about events and alarms see
chapter 4.4.
Discrete inputs
Discrete IN purpose
Can be used for discrete IN state follow either as
impulse meter or alarm signal.
Current state
Data logger periodically tracks all discrete inputs‘ status
and during change on each channel it stores current state
change with real time value.
Impulse meter
Each discrete channel can be used as impulse counter. All
summed impulses are stored in data logger’s memory.
Physical value is converted from impulse quantity
number multiplied by multiplier.
Alarm state
By discrete channel‘s state (Open, Close, Both cases)
function initiates alarm.
Archive state
By discrete channel‘s state (Open, Close, Both cases)
input can be written to archive. For more information
about archive see chapter 4.3.

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Discrete outputs
Control impulse
Data logger has possibility to send control impulses
(variable control impulse duration) from every discrete
output. Control signals can be initiate by user or can be
programmed to send control signals if event occurred.
4.3 Archive functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Analog inputs
Analog input archive function stores all analog channels physical
parameter value with a real time stamp.
Heat accounting
Heat accounting archive consist records of current heat meter
parameters with real time stamp.
Gas accounting
Gas accounting archive consist records of current gas meter parameters
with real time stamp.
Water accounting
Water accounting archive consist records of current water meter
parameters with real time stamp.
Electricity accounting
Electricity accounting archive consist records of current electricity
meter parameters with real time stamp.
Impulse
Impulse meter archive consists of discrete channel‘s number, total
impulse count and real time stamp.
Discrete IN/OUT
Discrete IN/OUT archive consists of discrete channel‘s number, discrete
channel‘s state and real time stamp.
Events (Alarms)
When permittable deviation is fixed, event occurs. Event can occur in
two cases:
✓Analog signal crosses defined limits or comes back,
✓Changed state of discrete signal.
✓Satisfied one of the conditions in Alarm limits (See chapter4.4)
Events archive field consists of time stamp, identifier, event source,
deviation type and deviation value.
Diagnostic
Diagnostic or user archive store data about data logger actions (reset,
configuration change, time change, re-programming, archives delete and
etc.)

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4.4 Alarm functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Alarms
Ethernet/GPRS
report
When deviation fixed from set limits and event occurred,
data logger itself connects to server and sends it‘s factory
number, IP address and identifier about deviation. After
that, we recommend to connect to data logger and read
all information about deviations.
SMS report
Data logger has possibility to send SMS text messages on
discrete channel‘s alarm state change or different events
to several phones numbers. SMS message text can be
entered for each discrete channel‘s state individually (ON
and OFF) and individual text for different event code.
4.5 Meters and data collecting functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Heat accounting
Data logger can read data from heat meters: Meterman III, Multical 601,
Elkora, FP-93, Supertrol II. If some meters are not supported –additional
protocols can be implemented
Gas accounting
Data logger can read data from gas meters: Unigas, Roots PTZ, TC-90,
Uniflo. If some meters are not supported - additional protocols can be
implemented
M-bus meters (water,
electricity)
M-bus meters can be connected directly to Mbus or through
Mbus/RS232 converter.
Data logger has automatic device detection function.
Heat regulators
Data logger has possibility to read data from “Danfoss comfort”
regulators ECL300 with all it‘s features.
4.6 Time functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Real time clock RTC
Real time clock function in data logger is used to keep track of current
time. It‘s necessary to have real time records for alarms, reports, meters
sent data and archives.
Time synchronization
3 types of time synchronization are supported:
✓ Using SEL-2401 Satellite synchronized-clock,
✓ GSM time,
✓ NTP (Network Time Protocol) server.

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4.7 Other functions
FUNCTION
DESCRIPTION
Firmware &
Setup
Locally
Firmware in data logger can be updated locally, through
UART or USB.
Remotely
Firmware in data logger can be updated remotely, over
Ethernet and/or GSM/GPRS
Ethernet
utilities
Firewall
Device has firewall function, incoming IP filter. Only
allowed IP‘s can connect to data logger.
Ping
Data logger sends ping message to IP address, to
confirm it‘s reachability.
Data reading
Modbus register
field formation
User has possibility to form Modbus register field
manually. In defined registers data can be read only from
formed Modbus register block.
Limits
verification
Modbus register
check
Data logger has possibility to check limits for any
register (it can be analog value, meters data, time
records, archives and etc.) Alarm limits, Data format
(char,int, long, float),alarm conditions (over limit, under
limit, equal, inside limits etc.) can be defined for every
register. Every alarm limit has own event code, which is
used in diagnostic and for sending reports.

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5. INSTALLATION
5.1 Mounting device
The device is prepared for mounting on DIN rail. Loosen the screws on both sides of data logger’s
encloser. First hang on the rail the top part of encloser, then gently pressing down evenly push
the device to the DIN rail and tightly vice locking screws on both sides of device.
5.2 Connecting
Before starting be sure, that data logger and all peripherical devices, that you are
going to connect over serial interfaces (RS232, RS485, Current loop, Data/Req,
M-Bus and etc.), Discrete IN, Discrete OUT and Analog IN channels are switched
off.
Connecting the polarity-sensitive interfaces –carefully follow the notations on contacts.
If you are connecting interfaces, that use separate channels for data transmission (TX) and
reception (RX) –switch them, that TX from one device has go to RX from another, and RX to
TX. If you connect TX to TX and RX to RX –data will not be sent and received through these
interfaces.
First turn ON the power on peripherical devices, and only when they boots-up –turn ON data
logger’s power.
5.3 Switching
Devices has special interfaces which using jumpers can be switched between few prepared
interfaces –we call them Universal (it’s an optional interfaces see “Manufacturer’s code” and
explanation on chapter 3.2 to find if your device supports Universal interfaces).
And some devices have Power for external devices –we call them “U Corrector” (it’s an optional
enhancement see “Manufacturer’s code” and explanation on chapter 3.2 to find if your device
supports U Corrector).
To find installed switches, unscrew 4 skews, that
are keeping transparent front cover and take it
off. See Pic 4 to find installed switches on your
data logger easier,