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MD485 RS-485 Multidrop Interface Revision: 10/10 Copyright © 2003-2010 Campbell Scientific, Inc.
MD485 RS-485 Multidrop Interface Revision: 10/10 Copyright © 2003-2010 Campbell Scientific, Inc.
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... safety concerns for our employees. To obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA), contact Campbell Scientific, Inc., phone (435) 753-2342. Campbell Scientific reserves the right to repairing or replacing (at Campbell Scientific, Inc.'s option) defective products. will be free from defects in it. This ...customers within three days of the shipping container. Warranty and Assistance The MD485 RS-485 MULTIDROP INTERFACE is for US and International customers residing in countries served by Campbell Scientific, Inc. to the customer at www.campbellsci.com/repair. The customer...
... safety concerns for our employees. To obtain a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA), contact Campbell Scientific, Inc., phone (435) 753-2342. Campbell Scientific reserves the right to repairing or replacing (at Campbell Scientific, Inc.'s option) defective products. will be free from defects in it. This ...customers within three days of the shipping container. Warranty and Assistance The MD485 RS-485 MULTIDROP INTERFACE is for US and International customers residing in countries served by Campbell Scientific, Inc. to the customer at www.campbellsci.com/repair. The customer...
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...-485 network (using Campbell Scientific's LoggerNet or similar software, the operation of its three interface ports (RS-485, RS-232 and CS I/O) at a time. Specifications Size: 6.25 x 2.5 x .75 in the system is to provide a connection to use any two of the MD485 in . (15.88... level 4 (±8 kV) Surge: Complies with multiple dataloggers. It can also be used for input and the other for easy networking. The MD485 device's primary function is transparent to address and communicate with IEC61000-4-5, test level 3 (±2 kV, 2 ohms coupling impedance) Temperature range: -...
...-485 network (using Campbell Scientific's LoggerNet or similar software, the operation of its three interface ports (RS-485, RS-232 and CS I/O) at a time. Specifications Size: 6.25 x 2.5 x .75 in the system is to provide a connection to use any two of the MD485 in . (15.88... level 4 (±8 kV) Surge: Complies with multiple dataloggers. It can also be used for input and the other for easy networking. The MD485 device's primary function is transparent to address and communicate with IEC61000-4-5, test level 3 (±2 kV, 2 ohms coupling impedance) Temperature range: -...
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...the CABLE2TP cable from the 3-pin terminal block on the Base MD485 to the 3-pin terminal block on pin 8. The MD485 in Section 3.3. Point-to a COM port in Table 2) provide 12 V on the Remote MD485 as if it is to run PC400/LoggerNet/PC208W and configure ...LoggerNet Network Map 7 Use default settings of MD485. Step 4 - MD485 RS-485 Multidrop Interface Current dataloggers and wiring panels (not mentioned in the Device Map. For older products not listed, check for 12 V between CS I/O connector pin 8 and pin 2 (GND) or contact Campbell Scientific. FIGURE 5. The next step is a ...
...the CABLE2TP cable from the 3-pin terminal block on the Base MD485 to the 3-pin terminal block on pin 8. The MD485 in Section 3.3. Point-to a COM port in Table 2) provide 12 V on the Remote MD485 as if it is to run PC400/LoggerNet/PC208W and configure ...LoggerNet Network Map 7 Use default settings of MD485. Step 4 - MD485 RS-485 Multidrop Interface Current dataloggers and wiring panels (not mentioned in the Device Map. For older products not listed, check for 12 V between CS I/O connector pin 8 and pin 2 (GND) or contact Campbell Scientific. FIGURE 5. The next step is a ...
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... datalogger "Extra Response Time" can be left at which the MD485 communicates by default. Step 5 - System Configuration The block diagram in Figure 6 depicts the connection of a computer to a network of Campbell Scientific dataloggers using PC400, LoggerNet, or PC208W Connect screen. Set the Maximum Baud Rate for 9600 baud which is the rate at...
... datalogger "Extra Response Time" can be left at which the MD485 communicates by default. Step 5 - System Configuration The block diagram in Figure 6 depicts the connection of a computer to a network of Campbell Scientific dataloggers using PC400, LoggerNet, or PC208W Connect screen. Set the Maximum Baud Rate for 9600 baud which is the rate at...
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... system operation and the A100 performs the function of a null modem (the COM220 and MD485 are both "modem" devices). CHARGING VOLTAGE PRESENT OFF ON - To RS-485 Network FIGURE A-1. A Campbell Scientific Model COM220 Telephone Modem is not possible with a Model PS100 Power Supply and A100 Null... 12V PERIPHERALS PS100 12V POWER SUPPLY WITH CHARGING REGULATOR The A100 Null Modem Adapter has two 9-pin connectors. Telephone to MD485 Conversion Where a phone to MD485 Base is miles from the PC. The PS100 provides 5 and 12 volts for routing. See Figure A-1. To Phone ...
... system operation and the A100 performs the function of a null modem (the COM220 and MD485 are both "modem" devices). CHARGING VOLTAGE PRESENT OFF ON - To RS-485 Network FIGURE A-1. A Campbell Scientific Model COM220 Telephone Modem is not possible with a Model PS100 Power Supply and A100 Null... 12V PERIPHERALS PS100 12V POWER SUPPLY WITH CHARGING REGULATOR The A100 Null Modem Adapter has two 9-pin connectors. Telephone to MD485 Conversion Where a phone to MD485 Base is miles from the PC. The PS100 provides 5 and 12 volts for routing. See Figure A-1. To Phone ...
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... Networking is desired, the following configurations will provide access to the RF401 and the MD485. CHARGING VOLTAGE PRESENT OFF ON - The connection between the remote RF401 and the base MD485 can be made in two different ways. 1) Using a Campbell Scientific PS100 Power Supply with A100. The PS100 provides 5 and 12 volts for system operation...
... Networking is desired, the following configurations will provide access to the RF401 and the MD485. CHARGING VOLTAGE PRESENT OFF ON - The connection between the remote RF401 and the base MD485 can be made in two different ways. 1) Using a Campbell Scientific PS100 Power Supply with A100. The PS100 provides 5 and 12 volts for system operation...
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... Adapter To Wall Transformer BATTERY - RS-232 RS-485 To Wall Transformer CS I /O FIGURE C-1. The connection between the remote MD485 and the base RF401 can be made in two different ways. 1) Using a Campbell Scientific PS100 Power Supply with MD9 emulation. C.1 Connection using a PS100 with A100. The following configurations will provide access to an...
... Adapter To Wall Transformer BATTERY - RS-232 RS-485 To Wall Transformer CS I /O FIGURE C-1. The connection between the remote MD485 and the base RF401 can be made in two different ways. 1) Using a Campbell Scientific PS100 Power Supply with MD9 emulation. C.1 Connection using a PS100 with A100. The following configurations will provide access to an...
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... Descriptions CS I/O Port The CS I = Signal Into the MD485, O = Signal Out of RS-232C. CS I/O CONNECTOR, 9-PIN D-SUB MALE PIN I/O 1 NC 2 GND 3 O 4 O 5 I 6 I 7 I 8 PWR 9 I FUNCTION 5 V Supplied by Datalogger GND Ring RX Modem Enable Synchronous Device... to a datalogger. Appendix H. It is configured as a printer enable Used by datalogger to power peripherals Serial data transmit line I /O port is a partial implementation of the MD485, NC = No Connection RS-232 Port The "RS-232" port is Campbell Scientific's input/output port. It is not a standard RS-232 pin-out.
... Descriptions CS I/O Port The CS I = Signal Into the MD485, O = Signal Out of RS-232C. CS I/O CONNECTOR, 9-PIN D-SUB MALE PIN I/O 1 NC 2 GND 3 O 4 O 5 I 6 I 7 I 8 PWR 9 I FUNCTION 5 V Supplied by Datalogger GND Ring RX Modem Enable Synchronous Device... to a datalogger. Appendix H. It is configured as a printer enable Used by datalogger to power peripherals Serial data transmit line I /O port is a partial implementation of the MD485, NC = No Connection RS-232 Port The "RS-232" port is Campbell Scientific's input/output port. It is not a standard RS-232 pin-out.