Xytronix Research & Design ControlByWeb X317 User manual

X-317™ Users Manual
X-317 User Manual Revisions
Revision Description
1.0 Initial release
1.1 Minor grammatical cleanup
1.2 Changed Modbus addressing
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Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction 6
1 1 Features 7
1.1.1 X-317™ eatures:.............................................................................................................................. 7
1.1.2 Digital to Analog Converter................................................................................................................. 7
1 2 Connectors & Indicators 8
1 3 Accessing the X-317 9
1 4 Part Numbers and Accessories 9
Section 2: Installation and Connections 10
2 1 Installation Guidelines 10
2 2 Security Notes 10
2 3 Connection Speed 10
2 4 Mounting 11
2 5 Making Connections 11
2.5.1 Power Supply Connections............................................................................................................... 12
2.5.2 Analog Output Connections.............................................................................................................. 13
2.5.3 Network Connection......................................................................................................................... 14
2 6 Establishing Communications for Setup 15
2.6.1 Method 1: Assign a Temporary IP Address to Configuration Computer ...........................................15
2.6.2 Method 2: Assign a Temporary IP address to the X-317................................................................... 19
Microsoft Windows Instructions.......................................................................................................19
inux/Unix Instructions....................................................................................................................19
Mac OS X Instructions..................................................................................................................... 20
Section 3: Example Applications 21
Process Control................................................................................................................................ 21
Manual Control................................................................................................................................ 22
Section 4: Configuration and Setup 23
4 1 X-317 Setup Pages 23
4.1.1 Main Tab........................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1.2 Network Tab...................................................................................................................................... 24
4.1.3 Advanced Network Tab..................................................................................................................... 26
4.1.4 Password Tab................................................................................................................................... 29
4.1.5 Analog Outputs Tab.......................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.6 Script Tab ......................................................................................................................................... 33
4.1.7 Control Page Setup Tab.................................................................................................................... 36
Section 5: Operation 38
5 1 Browser Operation 38
5 2 XML Operation 40
5.2.1 XML Monitoring................................................................................................................................. 40
5.2.2 XML Control...................................................................................................................................... 41
5.2.3 XML Password.................................................................................................................................. 41
5.2.4 XML Diagnostics............................................................................................................................... 42
5 3 Modbus Operation 43
5.3.1 X-317 unction Code Summary........................................................................................................ 43
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5.3.2 PLC Device Addressing.................................................................................................................... 44
5.3.3 X-317 Modbus Address Table........................................................................................................... 45
5.3.4 Read Holding Registers – Modbus unction Code 03 (0x03)........................................................... 46
5.3.4.1 Request..................................................................................................................................... 46
5.3.4.2 Response.................................................................................................................................. 46
5.3.4.3 Errors......................................................................................................................................... 47
5.3.5 Write Multiple Registers (Modbus unction Code 16 (0x10))...........................................................48
5.3.5.1 Request..................................................................................................................................... 48
5.3.5.2 Response.................................................................................................................................. 48
5.3.5.3 Errors......................................................................................................................................... 49
Appendix A: Restoring Factory Default Settings 50
Appendix B: Installing New Firmware 51
Appendix C: Accessing the X-317 Over the Internet 53
Appendix D: BASIC Scripts 57
ine Format..................................................................................................................57
ET.............................................................................................................................. 58
IF THEN, E SE, END IF ............................................................................................58
FOR TO, NEXT........................................................................................................... 58
DO WHI E, OOP......................................................................................................58
END ............................................................................................................................ 58
CA .......................................................................................................................... 58
SUB, END SUB........................................................................................................... 58
REM or ' ...................................................................................................................... 59
PRINT ......................................................................................................................... 59
Timer Variables............................................................................................................ 59
Analog Output Variables.............................................................................................. 59
Appendix E: External Server and Remote Services 61
Appendix F: Specifications 63
Power Requirements.................................................................................................... 63
10 Mbps Network Speed.............................................................................................. 63
100 Mbps Network Speed............................................................................................ 63
Analog Outputs............................................................................................................ 63
Connector .................................................................................................................... 63
ED Indicators............................................................................................................. 64
Network....................................................................................................................... 64
Memory........................................................................................................................ 64
Communications.......................................................................................................... 64
Password Settings.........................................................................................................64
Environmental.............................................................................................................. 64
Mechanical................................................................................................................... 64
Electromagnetic Compliance........................................................................................64
Appendix G: Trademark and Copyright Information 65
Appendix H: Warranty 66
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imitation..................................................................................................................... 66
Appendix I: FCC Statement 67
Warning........................................................................................................................ 67
Notice........................................................................................................................... 67
Section 6: J: Mechanical Dimensions 68
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Introduction X-317™ Users Manual
Section 1: Introduction
The X-317™ is a web-enabled analog output module with five output channels. It combines many of the
features found on other ControlByWeb products and adds new capabilities to the product line. Each
channel can be programmed to output a voltage or current. The analog outputs are similar to that of a
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). However, unlike a PLC, the X-317 is designed for web-based
applications from the ground up. No add-on software or hardware is required. The X-317 can be fully
configured, programmed and tested using its built-in web server. The web setup pages are intuitive and
easy to use and do not require special programming skills.
The X-317 can be used as a stand-alone device. or example, you could set the speed of conveyor or
the position of a HVAC damper by accessing the X-317's internal web page. The X-317 can also
operate as a peripheral for other devices such as a programmable logic controller (PLC) or the X-
600M™.
The X-317 has five precision 16-bit digital to analog converters (DACs). Each channel can be
programmed for 0-5V, 0-10V, ±5V, ±10V, 4-20mA ranges. The voltage and current outputs for each
channel are on a single connector terminal, thus reducing the number of connecter terminals from three
to two.
Most industrial analog applications require isolation between the power supply and analog outputs. The
X-317 has a built in DC-DC converter for providing isolated power to the outputs. No external isolated
back plane power is needed.
The built-in web setup pages allow the name and settings for each channel to be configured. You can
configure the range of a setting to be in engineering units. or example, an input value of 0 to 100% can
be scaled and processed for an output range of 4 to 20mA to control a damper motor.
As with other ControlByWeb products, the X-317 supports a number of Ethernet protocols with it's built-
in server, including HTTP, Modbus/TCP, and XML.
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1 1 Features
1 1 1 X-317™ Features:
• ive separate analog output channels
• 0-5V, 0-10V, ±5V, ±10V, 4-20mA output ranges
• Outputs are software configured, independently programmable and scalable
• Built in isolated DC-DC converter
• Wide power supply range (9-28VDC)
• No special software or device drivers required
• Built-in password protected Web server for browser-based setup and control.
• Built-in web page for setting the outputs
• XML and Modbus/TCP communications
• Static or DHCP IP address configuration
• Advanced functionality through BASIC scripts
• DIN-Rail Mountable.
• LED alarm indicators.
• Removable connector for wiring connections
1 1 2 Digital to Analog Converter
The X-317 accepts output settings in familiar engineering units such as V, M, t, KPH, %. Internally
the X-317 automatically scales the output settings before setting the digital to analog converter. This
allows the user to control the output device using familiar and descriptive engineering units.
The internal calculations are made with a linear slope and offset equation (Y=mX+b). With the
default settings, the input and output have a 1 to 1 relationship. or example, with the default
settings, setting the output to 2.0 will result in the analog output being 2.0Volts. When the X-317 is
controlled via ModBus/TCP from a PLC or other device it may be convenient to leave the default
settings undisturbed so that no data scaling is done in the X-317 and any math or other calculations
are done in the PLC or controlling device.
If you wish the X-317 to scale and process the output settings, you can access the Analog Outputs
tab in the Setup menu to change the output settings. or example, you may wish to control a
damper motor and have the display and settings with values of 0 to 100%. When properly
configured, the X-317 will scale a setting of 0% to generate a 4.0mA output, and a setting of 100% to
generate a 20.0mA output.
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1 2 Connectors & Indicators
I/O Connector
The 12-pin terminal connector is used to provide power to the module and connect the Analog
Outputs.
Network Connector
The Ethernet connector is a standard, 8-position modular receptacle.
Module Power Indicator
The green Power LED indicator is illuminated whenever the module is powered.
I/O Indicators
The four, yellow LEDs indicate the output alarms.
Alarm Condition Yellow LED's
Power Up All four yellow LEDs are momentarily illuminated
All four yellow LEDs remain illuminated if any internal errors are detected
Current Mode Open circuit or compliance voltage violation (current source is saturated)
Over Temperature Die temperature is over +142°C
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Ethernet Indicators
The green LINK LED is illuminated when the module is properly connected to an Ethernet network
and is ready to communicate. Network communications will only occur if this LED is illuminated. The
ACT LED flashes amber when activity is detected on the network.
1 3 Accessing the X-317
Standard Access Using a Web Browser
The X-317™ has a built-in web server that provides simple web pages that can be accessed directly
using a standard web browser. This allows users to access the unit with NO SPECIAL SO TWARE
installed on their computer. This is ideal for applications that require a quick, simple solution that does
not need to be accessible to more than a few people. This configuration is simple to setup, simple to
use, and can be accessed from any computer.
Note: Network routers may need to be configured to allow access from computers outside of the local
network (see Appendix C: Accessing the X- 17 Over The Internet).
1 4 Part Numbers and Accessories
Device Description Part Number
X-317 Analog Output Module X-317
Spare Connector 12-position, screw terminal connector X-1803675
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Installation and Connections X-317™ Users Manual
Section 2: Installation and Connections
Installation consists of mounting the X-317, connecting it to an Ethernet network, providing power, wiring
the analog outputs, and configuring via a web browser.
2 1 Installation Guidelines
•This unit must be installed by qualified personnel. In the case of line-voltage connections, a
licensed electrician should be employed.
•This unit must not be installed in unprotected outdoor locations.
•This unit must not be used for medical, life saving purposes, or for any purpose where its failure
could cause serious injury or the loss of life.
•This unit must not be used in any way where its function or failure could cause significant loss or
property damage
•Do not use to directly control motors or other actuators not equipped with limit switches or other
safeguards to protect from equipment or wiring failures.
2 2 Security Notes
The X-317 does not employ a general purpose computer operating system and does not have features
such as telnet, TP, SSH, nor uncontrolled open ports. This means it is unlikely for someone to ‘break in’
to the X-317 and access other devices on your local network. The simplicity of the X-317 makes it an
inherently secure device. Nevertheless, as with any device installed on a network, appropriate security
precautions should be observed.
If the X-317 is installed on the Internet, it is recommended that passwords be enabled for the Control
Page. Passwords should be at least 8 characters in length and use a combination of upper and lower
case letters and numbers. or additional security, a firewall may be used to limit access to selected IP
addresses. Another option may be to set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) between the network where
the X-317 resides and the client machine (web browser, another, ControlByWeb™ product, etc.).
2 3 Connection Speed
This ControlByWeb™ product supports connection to 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps networks. Although
100Mbps networks are faster, the amount of data transferred to and from this device is very minimal and
little, if any, performance increase will be gained by setting it to 100 Mbps. There are advantages,
however, to operate this device at 10 Mbps. At 10 Mbps, less power is required, the unit runs cooler,
and the lifetime of the product will be extended.
Any changes to the Ethernet settings will require removing and re-applying power to the X-317.
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