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Instruction Bulletin

POWERLOGIC Ethernet Gateway

Installation Guide

Retain for future use.

NOTICE
Read these instructions carefully and look at the equipment to become familiar with the
device before trying to install, operate, or maintain it. The following special messages
may appear throughout this bulletin or on the equipment to warn you of potential
hazards or to call attention to information that clarifies or simplifies a procedure.
The addition of either symbol to a Danger or Warning safety label indicates that an
electrical hazard exists which will result in personal injury if the instructions are not
followed.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or
death. CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can
result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can
result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, can result in property damage.

NOTE: Provides additional information to clarify or simplify a procedure.

PLEASE NOTE
This electrical equipment should be serviced only by qualified personnel. No
responsibility is assumed by Schneider Electric for any consequences arising out of
the use of this material. This document is not intended as an instruction manual for
untrained persons.

CLASS A FCC STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designated to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I
CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
EGX BOX CONTENTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
EGX COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CHAPTER 2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CHAPTER 3GETTING STARTED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
EGX QUICK START CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
EGX INITIAL SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setup Using a Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setup Using HyperTerminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Accessing the EGX Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CHAPTER 4INSTALLATION AND WIRING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mounting Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Wall/Panel Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
DIN Rail Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Flat Surface Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WIRING CONNECTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Power Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Power LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
RS-485 Serial Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4-Wire Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2-Wire Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Daisy Chain Maximum Distances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
RS-232 Serial Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
COM 1 and COM 2 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Port-to-Port Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Biasing and Termination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

RS-485 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4-Wire Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2-Wire Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
10/100BaseTX RJ-45 Twisted Pair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
100BaseFX Fiber-Optic (EGX400 only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Ethernet LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
CHAPTER 5OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
ACCESSING THE EGX OVER A NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Logging into the EGX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
EGX EMBEDDED WEB PAGE OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Communications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ethernet Port Setup via LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Serial COM Port Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Device List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Password Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Administrator Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
User Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Advanced Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Logging Out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
CHAPTER 6FIRMWARE DOWNLOADS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
APPENDIX AMAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
APPENDIX BCOMMUNICATING WITH SMS USING THE EGX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
APPENDIX CSPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER CONTENTS
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
EGX BOX CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
EGX COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT

This document contains installation and operation instructions for the POWERLOGIC
Ethernet Gateway models EGX200 and EGX400. Wherever information applies to both
models, the term EGX is used. To install the EGX, you should have a general
understanding of the POWERLOGIC Power Monitoring and Control System related
products and technology.
For more information about the POWERLOGIC system, see the following documents:
POWERLOGIC System Manager (SMS) Software Users Guide and online help
POWERLOGIC System Architecture and Application Guide

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The POWERLOGIC EGX is an Ethernet-based device that provides a transparent
interface between Ethernet-based networks and field devices. Field devices include
meters, monitors, protective relays, PLCs, trip units, and other devices that
communicate using MODBUS, JBUS or POWERLOGIC protocol.
The EGX uses MODBUS/TCP protocol to access power monitoring information across
a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN). This capability allows the
use of power monitoring software to access information from devices for data
collection, trending, alarm/event management, harmonic analysis, and other functions.
The two basic models are:
EGX200. This unit is an Ethernet (Modbus/TCP) to serial gateway. Serial protocols
include MODBUS RTU, SY/MAX, and POWERLOGIC. It has one twisted pair
Ethernet port (UTP/STP) and two serial ports. One serial port is RS-485. The second
serial port is configurable for RS-232 or RS-485.

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EGX400. In addition to the functionality of the EGX200, the EGX400 has a 100 Mb
fiber optic Ethernet port and nonvolatile memory. Users can store custom web pages
to view real time data and other information from the connected devices. See the
EGX400 reference guide for details.
Both EGX models have web server functionality that let you remotely configure and
troubleshoot both Ethernet and serial communication parameters. A typical application
example is shown in Figure 11.

POWERLOGIC Standard Web

System Manager Browser

ETHERNET
MODBUS
TCP/IP

EGX EGX

Modicon
Quantum PLC
with NOE Card Series 4000
Circuit Monitor
Sepam 1000+
Series 20

Power Meter
Circuit Monitor

PowerLink G3
Panelboard Enercept Meters

Figure 11: System architecture example showing EGX installed for

Ethernet connectivity

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EGX BOX CONTENTS

Figure 12 depicts the items included for installation and operation of the EGX.
Table 11describes the items.

1 2

Figure 12: EGX box contents

Table 11: EGX Box Contents Description

Item No. Description
1 EGX unit with all connectors plugged in.
2 CD-ROM with POWERLOGIC literature
3 EGX mounting kit, containing rubber feet and DIN rail adapters.
4 Instruction bulletin
5 24 Vdc switching power supply (wall mountable with global plug kit).
Mounting template and registration card (not shown)

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EGX COMPONENTS
Figure 13 shows the components of the EGX. Table 12 identifies those components
and explains their functions.

1 3 5

+
system 6
+ 10/100 7
Lk Base
T 100 10 232)
2 (RS-
Tx Base
FX
COM
11 COM
24V Rx 1 (RS-
8W 485)
10 9
8 7 COM
6 2 (RS-
485)
ion
5 4
3 2 figurat
1 RS-4 5 Con COM 1
Rx- Rx 85 RS-48M 2
+ Tx - Tx+ CO
Tx
2 4 456
789
10
Rx- Rx
+ Tx- Rx 123
15 Tx+
8
13
9 12 14

Figure 13:EGX components

Table 12: EGX Components Description

No. Item Description
1 Control Power Connection 24 Vdc connection for control power to the EGX.
2 Control Power Connector 3-position male terminal block for 24 Vdc control power connection.
Lk LED illuminates yellow steadily when a proper Ethernet link
3 Ethernet Link LED
(physical connection) is established.
A yellow LED illuminates when the EGX is receiving data (Rx).
4 Ethernet Port LEDs
A green LED illuminates when the EGX is transmitting data (Tx).
10/100BaseTX port This port drives a twisted pair Category 5 cable up to approximately
5
(twisted pair) 328 ft (100 m). This port has a standard RJ-45 connector.
RS-485 port 1 is used for connecting POWERLOGIC, JBUS, or
6 COM 1 (RS-485)
MODBUS daisy-chained devices.
This green LED illuminates steadily when proper control power is
7 Power LED
applied to the unit.
The yellow LED illuminates when COM 1 is receiving data (Rx); the
8 COM 1 LEDs
green LED illuminates when COM 1 is transmitting data (Tx).
9 RS-485 Connectors 5-position female terminal block for RS-485 ports 1 and 2.
RS-485 port 2 is used for connecting POWERLOGIC, JBUS, or
10 COM 2 (RS-485)
MODBUS daisy-chained devices.
If using COM 2 as RS-485, the RS-485 LED illuminates green; if using
11 RS-485 LED
COM 2 as RS-232, the RS-485 LED is not lit.
The yellow LED illuminates when COM 2 is receiving data (Rx); the
12 COM 2 LEDs
green LED illuminates when COM 2 is transmitting data (Tx).
13 COM 2 (RS-232) DB-9 port is used for initial network setup or for serial communication.
Provide custom configuration options for COM 1 and COM 2 RS-485
14 Dip Switches
biasing and termination.
This port is a duplex LC connector receptacle and is compatible with
100BaseFX port
15 1300 nm wavelength multimode fiber connections. It allows the EGX
(EGX400 only)
to communicate with a fiber-optic based Ethernet LAN.

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CHAPTER 2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This chapter contains important safety precautions that must be followed before
attempting to install, service, or maintain electrical equipment. Carefully read and
follow the safety precautions outlined below.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR EXPLOSION
Only qualified workers should install this equipment. Such work
should be performed only after reading this entire set of instructions.
NEVER work alone.
Before performing visual inspections, tests, or maintenance on this
equipment, disconnect all sources of electric power. Assume that all
circuits are live until they have been completely de-energized, tested,
and tagged. Pay particular attention to the design of the power
system. Consider all sources of power, including the possibility of
backfeeding.
Turn off all power supplying the equipment in which the EGX is to be
installed before installing and wiring the EGX.
Always use a properly rated voltage sensing device to confirm that
power is off.
Beware of potential hazards, wear personal protective equipment,
and carefully inspect the work area for tools and objects that may
have been left inside the equipment.
The successful operation of this equipment depends upon proper
handling, installation, and operation. Neglecting fundamental
installation requirements may lead to personal injury as well as
damage to electrical equipment or other property.
Failure to observe these instructions will result in death or serious
injury.

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CHAPTER 3GETTING STARTED

CHAPTER CONTENTS
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
EGX QUICK START CHECKLIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
EGX INITIAL SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setup Using a Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Setup Using HyperTerminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Accessing the EGX Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

INTRODUCTION
This chapter contains a quick reference that lists the steps necessary to install and
operate the EGX, as well as the initial instructions for setting up the EGX before
installation.

EGX QUICK START CHECKLIST

Use the steps in Table 31 as a quick start checklist for the EGX. For complete
instructions, refer to the chapter listed:

Table 31: Quick Start Checklist

Steps Reference
1. Wire the control power. Chapter 4Installation and Wiring
2. Set up the EGX for Ethernet communication via
Chapter 3Getting Started
HyperTerminal or web browser.
3. Install the EGX. Chapter 4Installation and Wiring
4. Wire your RS-485 devices to the serial ports. Chapter 4Installation and Wiring
5. Launch your browser to configure the serial
Chapter 5Operation
communication parameters.

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EGX INITIAL SETUP

Before configuring the EGX, obtain a unique static IP address, subnet mask, and
router IP address from your network administrator.

Table 32: Options for Ethernet Communications Setup

Option Selection Description Default
IP Address The EGX Ethernet IP network address (static IP required) 10.10.10.10
Subnet Mask The Ethernet IP subnet mask address of your network 255.255.255.0
Router IP Address The router used for wide area network (WAN) communications 0.0.0.0
Media Type Twisted pair
Defines the media type as either UTP or fiber optic connection
(EGX400 only) (UTP)

There are two ways to initially set up and assign the EGX Ethernet parameters:
Using a Web Browser
Using HyperTerminal (See Setup Using HyperTerminal on page 13.)

Setup Using a Web Browser

The EGX has a web server that includes embedded pages that let you configure
Ethernet and serial communication parameters, add serial devices, enter passwords,
and access diagnostics. The EGX ships with a default IP address (10.10.10.10) and a
subnet mask default address (255.255.255.0) that can be used to access these web
pages. The Communication Settings web page is used to set up the desired IP
address, subnet mask, and router IP address to match the network configuration.
To access the EGX Communication Settings web page using a browser, follow these
steps:
1. Connect a cross-over Ethernet cable from the EGX to the PC, as shown in
Figure 31.

10/100 BaseTX port

+ -
Connect to 24Vdc
power source Cross-over
Ethernet cable
To Earth ground

Figure 31: Connecting PC to EGX using cross-over Ethernet cable

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2. Power the EGX by connecting a 24 Vdc power source to its control power
connection.
Make sure that the GND terminal on the control power connector is properly Earth
grounded (see Control Power Wiring on page 22).
3. For the PC, force a static IP address of 10.10.10.11 and a subnet mask of
255.255.255.0.
An example using Microsoft Windows NT is shown in the following steps. For help
with other systems, contact your network administrator.
a.From your PCs task bar, Click Start > Settings > Control Panel.
The Control Panel screen displays.
b.From the Control Panel screen, select Network.
The Network dialog box displays.
c.From the Network dialog box, select the Protocols tab.
The Network Protocols dialog box displays, as shown in Figure 32.

Figure 32:Entering the Network Protocol

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d.For Network Protocols, select TCP/IP Protocol, and then click Properties.
The Microsoft TCP/IP Properties dialog box displays.

e.From the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties dialog box, select Specify an IP address.
f.Enter the IP address (10.10.10.11) and subnet mask (255.255.255.0), and then
click OK.
g.Reboot your PC, if required.
4. Launch a standard web browser such as Internet Explorer.

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5. In the browser address field, type the EGX IP address (10.10.10.10), and press
Enter.

The EGX login page displays.

6. From the Language pull-down menu, select the desired language.

7. In the Password box, type: admin
8. Click Log In.
The EGX Home page displays.

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9. Click Communication Settings to set up Ethernet and serial communication

parameters.
The Communications Settings page displays.

NOTE: The Media Type parameter is

available on the EGX400 only.

10. Enter the desired IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Router IP address, and click
Update.
11. Reset your PC back to its original network configuration.
Now you are ready to install and use the EGX on your Ethernet network. Refer to
Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 for more information.

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Setup Using HyperTerminal

The EGX has a setup utility that can be accessed using the HyperTerminal program
for the Microsoft Windows operating system, or an equivalent terminal emulator.

Accessing the EGX Setup Utility

To access the EGX setup utility, follow these steps:
1. Attach a null modem cable between the RS-232 COM port (COM 2) of the EGX
and the PC, as shown in Figure 33.

Null
Modem
cable
Catalog #:
+ - EGWNMC
Connect to 24Vdc
power source
To Earth ground

Figure 33: Connecting PC to EGX using Null Modem cable

2. From your PC, launch HyperTerminal. To do this, from the Windows taskbar, click
Start > Programs > Accessories > Hyperterminal > HyperTerminal.
The Connection Description dialog box displays.

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3. In the Name box, type a descriptive name for your new HyperTerminal connection
and click OK.
The Connect To dialog box displays.

4. In the Connect using field, select the PC COM port you will be using and click OK.
The COM port properties page displays.

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5. In this dialog box, set the values listed in Table 33.

Table 33:Communications Settings Parameters

Settings Value
Baud Rate 19200
Data Bits 8
Parity None
Stop Bits 1
Flow Control None

You are now ready to enter the EGX setup utility.

6. Enter the EGX Setup Utility by doing the following steps:
NOTE: After applying or cycling power to the EGX, the green COM 2 RS-485 LED
turns OFF, and you will have 5 seconds to press Enter on the PC keyboard to
access the EGX setup utility.
a.Apply power to the EGX by wiring the 24 Vdc connector to a power source, or
cycle the power.
b.When the COM 2 green RS-485 LED turns off, press Enter.
The EGX Setup Utility menu displays. Table 34 provides descriptions of each
menu option.

NOTE: Option 4 is available on the EGX400 only.

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Table 34:EGX Setup Utility descriptions

Option No. Description Available Setting Default Setting
1 Allows you to enter a unique IP 0.0.0.0 to 10.10.10.10
address 255.255.255.255
2 Allows you to enter a Subnet 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.0
Mask address 255.255.255.255
3 Allows you to enter a Router IP 0.0.0.0 to 0.0.0.0
address 255.255.255.255
4 Allows you to define the TP: Twisted pair Twisted pair
EGX400 Ethernet physical connection or FX: Fiber full duplex
only: media type FX/2: Fiber half duplex
5 Saves the above configuration
and exits the EGX setup utility

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CHAPTER 4INSTALLATION AND WIRING

CHAPTER CONTENTS
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mounting Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Wall/Panel Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
DIN Rail Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Flat Surface Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
WIRING CONNECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Power Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Control Power LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
RS-485 Serial Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4-Wire Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2-Wire Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Daisy Chain Maximum Distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
RS-232 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
COM 1 and COM 2 LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Port-to-Port Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Biasing and Termination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
RS-485 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4-Wire Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2-Wire Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Ethernet Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
10/100BaseTX RJ-45 Twisted Pair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
100BaseFX Fiber-Optic (EGX400 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Ethernet LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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MOUNTING LOCATIONS AND INSTALLATION

The EGX is designed to be set on a flat surface or mounted to a wall, a cabinet, or other
surfaces. When choosing a mounting location, consider the following points:
Allow for easy access to the EGX
Allow space for all wires to be neatly routed down the side or bottom of the EGX

Typical locations for mounting the EGX include the following:

power equipment instrument compartment
auxiliary cabinet
office or raised floor environment
factory floor environment
NOTE: Make sure you follow all equipment manufacturers procedures and warnings
when installing the EGX in electrical equipment.

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Dimensions
Figure 41 shows the EGX dimensions, including the DIN rail mounting equipment.

1.77 4.81
(45) (123)

1.44
(37)

0.40 7.88 1.07 0.59

(11) (201)
(28) (15)
8.68
(221)

Top View End View

7.88 1.77
(201) (45)

3.05
(78)

0.40 1.07 4.81 0.59

(11) (28) (123) (15)
1.91
(49)

Side View
INCHES
(MILLIMETERS)

Figure 41: EGX Dimensions

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Mounting Options

Figures 42, 43, and 44 illustrate some of the various mounting options.

Wall/Panel Mounting

Vertical Mounting Vertical Flat Mounting Horizontal Flat Mounting

Template Template
Template

Panel Panel
Panel

For All Methods of Mounting:

.036 in. (1 mm) min.
.046 in. (2 mm) max.

Pan head screw

632 (4 mm) Panel
NOTE: Maximum drill size is #6
(two places).

Figure 42: Wall/Panel Mounting

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DIN Rail Mounting

Feet

DIN rail

Figure 43: DIN Rail Mounting

Flat Surface Mounting

Feet

Figure 44: Feet Installation

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WIRING CONNECTIONS

Control Power Wiring

The EGX accepts 24 Vdc control power with maximum power consumption of 8 watts.

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RS-485 Serial Ports

The RS-485 serial ports are used to communicate with daisy-chained devices. The
EGX has two serial ports: COM 1 is always set for RS-485 communication, and COM 2
is selectable between RS-485 and RS-232. By default, COM 2 is set for RS-485
communication. For more information on configuring COM 2, refer to Communications
Settings on page 33.
Each port is designed to support up to 32 devices without a repeater (see Figure 46).
The RS-485 ports enable communications via a 4-wire plus shield or 2-wire plus shield
cable (Tx+, Tx, Rx+, Rx-, and ).

POWERLOGIC
System Manager Software (SMS)

(UTP/STP or Fiber Optic

Network Wiring)
ETHERNET

EGX

RS-485 Daisy Chain Connected to the EGX RS-485 Port

Figure 46: Daisy Chain Connected to EGX RS-485 Port

For communication wiring, we recommend the following cables:

For 4-wire communication, use Belden 8723 or 9842 cable or equivalent.
For 2-wire communication, use Belden 9841 cable or equivalent.

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4-Wire Communication
For 4-wire communication using Belden 8723 cable, connect the wires to the terminal
block, as shown in Figure 47. If using Belden 9842 cable, see Figure 48.

COM 1 (RS-485) COM 2 (RS-485)

RS-485
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+ Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+

Shield Black Red White Green Shield Black Red White Green

Figure 47: Communications wiring (4-wire) with Belden 8723 cable

COM 1 (RS-485) COM 2 (RS-485)

RS-485
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+ Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+

Shield White Orange White Blue Shield White Orange White Blue
with with with with with with with with
orange white blue white orange white blue white
stripe stripe stripe stripe stripe stripe stripe stripe

Figure 48: Communications wiring (4-wire) with Belden 9842 cable

2-Wire Communication
For 2-wire communication using Belden 9841, connect the white wire to terminal Tx-
and the blue wire to terminal Tx+, as shown in Figure 49. Then connect a jumper wire
from terminal Tx- to terminal Rx- and another jumper wire from terminal Tx+ to terminal
Rx+. Connect the shield wire to the shield terminal as shown.

COM 1 (RS-485) COM 2 (RS-485)

RS-485
10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+ Rx- Rx+ Tx- Tx+

Shield White Blue Shield White Blue

with with with with
blue white blue white
stripe stripe stripe stripe
L- L+ L- L+

Figure 49: Communications wiring (2-wire) Belden 9841 cable

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Daisy Chain Maximum Distances

The maximum daisy chain distance is determined by the baud rate and the types of
RS-485 devices (2-wire/4-wire) on the daisy chain. The RS-485 ports will support
daisy chains that fall within the specifications shown in Tables 41 and 42.

Table 41: 4-Wire Daisy Chain Maximum Distances

Baud Rate Max. distance for 116 devices Max distance for 1732 devices
1200 10,000ft (3,048m) 10,000 ft (3,048m)
2400 10,000ft (3,048m) 5,000 ft (1,524m)
4800 10,000ft (3,048m) 5,000 ft (1,524m)
9600 10,000ft (3,048m) 4,000 ft (1,219m)
19200 5,000ft (1,524m) 2,500 ft (762m)
38400 5,000ft (1,524m) 1,500 ft (457m)

Due to the volume of RS-485 devices in the field, this table is only to be used as a guide and was tabulated
based on POWERLOGIC 4-wire devices and POWERLOGIC 4-wire devices that support 2-wire.

Table 42: 2-Wire Daisy Chain Maximum Distances

Baud Rate Max. distance for 18 devices Max distance for 916 devices
1200 10,000ft (3,048m) 10,000 ft (3,048m)
2400 10,000ft (3,048m) 5,000 ft (1,524m)
4800 10,000ft (3,048m) 5,000 ft (1,524m)
9600 10,000ft (3,048m) 4,000 ft (1,219m)
19200 5,000ft (1,524m) 2,500 ft (762m)
38400 2,500ft (762m) 1,500 ft (457m)
Due to the volume of RS-485 devices in the field, this table is only to be used as a guide and was tabulated
based on POWERLOGIC 4-wire devices and POWERLOGIC 4-wire devices that support 2-wire.

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RS-232 Serial Port

The RS-232 port is used to configure the EGX network parameters, and also can be
used for serial communication using Modbus RTU. The EGX RS-232 port is wired as
a DTE device and uses a standard DB9 male connector. The following table shows the
typical serial RS-232 connector pinout.

Table 43: RS-232 Pin Assignments (DB9 EGX Signal Set)

Pin No. Description

Pin 1 Received Line Signal Detector (Data Carrier Detect)
Pin 2 Received Data
Pin 3 Transmit Data
Pin 4 Data Terminal Ready
Pin 5 Signal Ground
Pin 6 Data Set Ready
Pin 7 Request To Send
Pin 8 Clear To Send
Pin 9 Ring Indicator

COM 1 and COM 2 LEDs

One set of LEDs is provided for each COM port. A yellow LED illuminates when the
corresponding COM port is receiving data (Rx). A green LED illuminates when data on
the corresponding COM port is transmitted (Tx). Also, above the COM 2 Rx and Tx
LEDs, a third LED (green) illuminates steadily when COM 2 is selected to be active for
RS-485 communication. The COM 2 Tx and Rx LEDs behave the same way when
used for either RS-485 or RS-232 communication.

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Port-to-Port Communication
The EGX allows port-to-port communication. A Modbus RTU master on one serial port
can communicate to serial devices on the other serial port of the same EGX. See
Figure 410.

SMS System

Ethernet (Modbus/TCP)

EGX

Examples of Modbus RTU Masters

Local Display
Building Management System
DCS
Others

Modbus RTU Master

Figure 410: Port-to-port communication using Modbus RTU master

SMS System

Ethernet (Modbus/TCP)

EGX

Examples of Modbus RTU Masters

Local Display
Building Management System
DCS
Others

Modbus RTU Master

Figure 411: Port-to-port communication with COM2 configured for RS-232

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Biasing and Termination

RS-485 Configuration
On RS-485 daisy chains, correct biasing is required to ensure reliable communication
with field devices. The dip switches on the EGX for each RS-485 port provide flexibility
in configuring the correct biasing. Figure 412 shows the biasing and termination
label, as well as the typical dip switch settings for both 4-wire and 2-wire configurations.
In addition, the RS-485 daisy chain should be terminated to ensure reliable
communication. The last device on the daisy chain usually needs a terminator (part
number MCT-485 or MCTAS-485). Please refer to the instruction bulletin for the last
device on the daisy chain to determine whether a terminator is required. If one is
required, contact your local sales representative.

4-Wire Configuration
For RS-485, 4-wire configuration, the biasing and termination dip switches should all
be ON (switches 1, 2, 3, 4 for COM 2 and switches 7, 8, 9, and 10 for COM 1
switches 5 and 6 are not used). The EGX is shipped with all dip switches in the ON
position (default). Therefore, you do not need to change the dip switches unless a
different termination or biasing is required.

2-Wire Configuration
For RS-485 2-wire communication, the biasing dip switches should all be ON.
However, the termination dip switches for either Rx or Tx should be OFF. Therefore,
either switch 7 or 8 should be OFF for COM 1, and either switch 1 or 2 should be OFF
for COM 2.

Dip switch settings

COM 2 COM 1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4-Wire

COM 2 COM 1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
2-Wire

= ON = OFF

Figure 412: Biasing and Termination

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Ethernet Ports
The EGX200 has one 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port. The EGX400 has two Ethernet
ports: one 10/100BaseTX Ethernet port and one 100BaseFX Ethernet port.
Figure 413 shows Ethernet port locations for the two models.

syste
+ m
Lk 10/100
Base
T 100 -232)
Tx Base 2 (RS
FX COM
COM
24V Rx 1 (RS
-485)
8W
10 9
8 7 COM
6 2 (RS
-485)
n
10/100BaseTX 5 4
3 2
1 RS-4 nfigura
85 Co COM 1
tio
Rx- R 85 RS-4M 2
RJ-45 Twisted Pair x+ Tx
- Tx+ Tx CO
10
789
(both EGX200 and Rx- R
x+ Tx- Tx
Rx 123
456
+
EGX400 models) 100BaseFX
Fiber Optic
(EGX400 models only)

Figure 413: Ethernet port locations

10/100BaseTX RJ-45 Twisted Pair

This Ethernet port drives a twisted pair cable up to 328 ft (100 m). Use data grade
twisted-pair wire. This wire must have a characteristic impedance of 100 ohms and
meet the EIA/TIA Category 5 standard wiring specifications. The cable can be either
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) or Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP). UTP is commonly used
in the United States, and STP is commonly used in Europe.

100BaseFX Fiber-Optic (EGX400 only)

The fiber-optic port allows the EGX400 to communicate with a fiber-optic based
Ethernet LAN. The port is a duplex LC connector receptacle and is compatible with
1300 nm wavelength multimode fiber connections. It is optimized for 62.5 or 50/125
micron multimode graded index glass optical fiber. The transceiver is capable of signal
integrity in up to 6,562 ft (2,000 m) of multimode fiber. This port supports both half-
duplex and full-duplex fiber-optic cable.
NOTE: The EGX400 is shipped with a dust cover inserted into the fiber-optic port
because the port is sensitive to dust. The dust cover should remain in the fiber-
optic port at all times except when it is removed to insert a fiber-optic cable. Retain
the dust cover for future use.

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Ethernet LEDs
A yellow LED illuminates when the EGX is receiving data (RX) and a green LED
illuminates when data is transmitted (TX). A third light, link (LK), illuminates yellow
when there is a proper Ethernet connection. On the EGX400, the two Ethernet ports
share one set of LEDs because only one Ethernet port can be used at a time.

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CHAPTER 5OPERATION

CHAPTER CONTENTS
CHAPTER CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
ACCESSING THE EGX OVER A NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Logging into the EGX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
EGX EMBEDDED WEB PAGE OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Communications Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ethernet Port Setup via LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Serial COM Port Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Device List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Password Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Administrator Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
User Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Advanced Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Logging Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

ACCESSING THE EGX OVER A NETWORK

This section tells how to access the EGX over a network. After you set up the Ethernet
parameters using HyperTerminal or a web browser, the EGX is accessible using an
Ethernet LAN and a web browser such as Internet Explorer. The following section
describes this process.

Logging into the EGX

To log into the EGX, follow these steps:
1. Launch your web browser (Microsofts Internet Explorer v. 5.0 or higher).
2. In the address field, type the IP address of the EGX (for example, 150.200.250.50),
and press Enter.

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The EGX Login page displays.

3. For the Language, select the desired language from the pull-down menu.
4. Log into the EGX using one of the four defined passwords, and then click Log In.
See Password Administration on page 38 for more information.
NOTE: The default password is admin (all lower case). For system security, if you
are the administrator, we recommend that you change the administrator password
at this time (see Password Administration on page 38).
The EGX Home page displays. The list of available options depends on the level of
access assigned in the password administration option.

Figure 51: EGX Home page

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EGX EMBEDDED WEB PAGE OPTIONS

The standard options shown on the EGX home page (Figure 51 on page 32) are
summarized in Table 51. Following the table, each option is explained in more detail.

Table 51: EGX setup options

EGX Setup Options Description Page
Communication Settings Set up or change Ethernet and serial communication parameters. 33
Device List Identify serial devices on the daisy chain. 35
Diagnostics View troubleshooting and miscellaneous EGX information. 37
Password Administration Configure or modify user passwords and access levels. 38
Change timeout values (User timeout, COM 1, and COM 2),
Advanced Setup number of viewable devices, default language, set time, and 40
delete pages (EGX400 only).
Log Out Close EGX client session. 40

Accessible by administrator only

Communications Settings
Figure 52 shows the Communications Settings page, where you can change
Ethernet and serial communications parameters. After changing values, you must click
the Update button for changes to take effect.
NOTE: If you make changes to the Ethernet parameters and click Update, the EGX will
reset for the settings to go into effect. Because of this reset, you must log in to the EGX
again by typing the IP address into the address field of your web browser and pressing
Enter.

NOTE: The Media Type parameter is available

on the EGX400 only.

Figure 52: Communications Settings page

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Ethernet Port Setup via LAN

After you assign the initial IP address to the EGX through HyperTerminal or the web
browser (refer to page 8), you can go to the Communications Settings web page via a
standard web browser and change the EGX network setup (see Figure 52 on page
33). The following parameters are necessary for network setup and must be
compatible with your network:
IP address
subnet mask
router address
media type (EGX400 only)

Serial COM Port Setup

The serial COM port setup information consists of the baud rate, parity, and wiring
mode (see Table 52). The baud rate and parity must match the settings for attached
serial devices (all devices must have the same baud rate, parity, and wiring mode
settings). If you are using RS-485, set the mode according to whether your daisy chain
is 2-wire or 4-wire. These ports are configured independently from each other and can
have different settings.

Table 52: Serial Port Setup Parameters

Parameter Options Default Setting

Baud Rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400 9600
Parity None, Even Even
Mode 4-Wire, 2-Wire 4-Wire
Port Selection (COM 2 only) RS-485, RS-232 RS-485

In addition, COM 2 can be set for either RS-232 or RS-485 communication. The default
setting is RS-485.

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Device List
Figure 53 on page 36 shows the Device List page, in which serial devices can be
identified. Keep in mind the following points when setting up the Device List:
For COM 1 daisy-chain devices:
MODBUS/JBUS devices do not have to be defined in the COM 1 column of the
Device List, although it is recommended to help you manage your system.
POWERLOGIC protocol (SY/MAX) devices must be defined in the COM 1 column
of the Device List.

For COM 2 daisy-chain devices:

All MODBUS/JBUS and POWERLOGIC devices must be defined in the COM2
column of the device list.
NOTE: Each COM port device list column must be configured (completed) and updated
independently. If both COM1 and COM2 device list columns are filled in and the Update
button is pressed on COM1 only, the parameters or entries for COM1 will be saved and the
new entries for COM2 will be lost.

To set up the Device List, follow these steps:

1. In the COM 1 column, enter the device Address and Protocol type of each attached
device on the daisy chain.
2. Click Update COM 1.
3. In the COM 2 column, enter the device Address and Protocol type of each attached
device on the daisy chain.
4. Click Update COM 2.
For more information on setting up the Device List, refer to the list of notes and
Table 53 on page 36.

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Figure 53: Device List page

Table 53 shows the address range available for various protocols.

Table 53: RS-485 Device Definitions Address Range

Protocol Available Device Address Range

MODBUS, JBUS 1 through 247
POWERLOGIC 1 through 199

NOTES:
Do not assign address 16 to any MODBUS or JBUS device if you have a mixed-
mode daisy chain (for example, a single daisy chain with some RS-485 devices
using POWERLOGIC protocol and others using MODBUS/JBUS protocol).
Do not assign address 1 to any POWERLOGIC protocol device on a mixed-mode
daisy chain (for example, CM2000, CM100, CM200, 810-D, PIF85, PIF3, Digital
Relay, and POWERLINK AS).
Do not use the same address for any slave devices on the two EGX COM ports.
We recommend that you wire and connect all MICROLOGIC trip units to COM 1.
(Please refer to the MICROLOGIC Trip Unit instruction bulletin for proper
addressing.)
By default, the device list page displays 16 slots per port to define devices. For
information on increasing the number of devices in the Device List page, see
Advanced Setup on page 40.

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Diagnostics
Figure 54 shows the Diagnostics page, which displays diagnostic data and may be
helpful in troubleshooting network problems. This page also contains information about
your specific EGX, including the serial number, manufacturing date, and Media Access
Control (MAC) address. Pressing Reset clears all cumulative counters.
NOTE: This page will show accumulated readings since the EGX was last activated. If
power to the EGX is lost, all values reset to zero.

NOTE: Disk Information displays on the

EGX400 only.

Figure 54: Diagnostics page

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Password Administration
Figure 55 shows the Password Administration page. There are four password
controlled accounts: one administrator password account and three user password
accounts. Passwords can be up to eight alpha characters. The default passwords
assigned to user accounts are:
master
engineer
operator

Figure 55: Password Administration page

Administrator Account
The administrator account always grants the administrator full access to every web
page available through the EGX. When you log in as the administrator, you can change
the administrator password. Only the administrator can access and change
passwords. The administrator password can be up to eight alpha characters and is
case sensitive. The default administrator password is: admin
For system security, if you are the administrator, we recommended that you change
this default password the first time you log in.

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User Account
The default access levels for all user accounts are shown in Figure 55. The
administrator can grant one of three access levels for each web page to each user:
None, Read Only, and Full.

Up to 10 concurrent users can be logged into the EGX at any given time, using any
combination of passwords. The administrator can configure the amount of time the
EGX waits during an inactivity period before expiring access (see Advanced Setup
on page 40).
We recommend that you return to the EGX home page and select Log Out when
finished interfacing with the EGX; doing so immediately releases that access privilege
for another user.
The administrator can disable the password for any page. Disabling security for a page
allows users to bookmark the page for quick access without going through the Login
page.
Table 54 summarizes password accounts, default passwords, conventions, and
access levels.

Table 54: Password Administration Summary

Password Account Default Password Convention Access
Administrator admin 08 characters Full access to all passwords and pages
User 1 master 08 characters Choosing from the following options, the
User 2 engineer 08 characters administrator assigns access levels for
these pages: Communication Settings,
Device List, Diagnostics, and Custom
Pages (EGX400 only). Access levels are
User 3 operator 08 characters as follows:
None
Read Only
Full (same as Administrator access)
Case-sensitive, alphabetic characters only

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Advanced Setup
The Advanced Setup page (Figure 56) is accessible by the administrator password
only. This page allows administrator level users to change EGX timing values that
normally should not be changed. Also, you can use this page to set the EGX on-board
clock. EGX parameters and corresponding values are shown in Table 55.

NOTE: The Delete Custom

Page option is available on the
EGX400 only. Refer to the
EGX400 reference manual.

Figure 56: EGX Advanced Setup page

Table 55: Advanced communication setup parameters

Parameter Range of Values Description Default
Maximum idle time allowed before the EGX
User Timeout 1 to 255 minutes 10
ends a user's access to the web pages
Timeout for COM Maximum time the EGX waits for requested
3 to 10 seconds 5
Ports information from RS-485 daisy-chained devices
Number of Number of viewable devices in the Device List
2 to 96 devices 16
Viewable Devices per port
Default Language English, French, Spanish The language to be displayed as the default English
Set Time Current time and date of the EGX

Logging Out
To log out of the EGX configuration session, click Home to return to the EGX Home
page. Click Log Out to end your session.

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CHAPTER 6FIRMWARE DOWNLOADS

Due to technological improvements, the firmware your EGX was shipped with may be
updated periodically. We recommend periodically checking with your local Schneider
Electric sales representative to see if an upgrade is available.
If an update becomes available, compare the updated version number with your
version number shown on the EGX Home page. If the update is a newer version (has
a higher version number), transfer it to your computer hard drive, taking note of the
folder in which you place it.
To use FTP to transfer the firmware upgrade into your EGX, follow these steps:
NOTE: In this example, we will assume that you saved the EGX new firmware
update file into a folder called EGX, which is located on your C: drive.
1. Access DOS on your computer by selecting Start > Program > Command Prompt.
The Command Prompt screen displays, as shown in the following figures.
NOTE: This path is typical for NT. The path may differ for other platforms.
2. Type the drive you want to access (in this case, C:) and press Enter.
3. Change to your new directory. Type: cd egx and press Enter.

4. At the C:\EGX prompt, type ftp and the IP address assigned to the EGX and then
press Enter.

NOTE: The IP address 150.200.250.50 is used as an example only.

You should receive the message Connected to [IP address], indicating you are
now in an ftp session.

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5. At the User [150.200.250.50: (none)]: prompt, press Enter.

6. At the Password: prompt, type the administrator password (admin is the default
password).

NOTE: The IP address 150.200.250.50 is used as an example only.

7. At the ftp prompt, type: send [egx#####.bin], and press Enter to initiate the ftp
transfer. The filename you enter is case-sensitive.
NOTE: ##### refers to the EGX firmware version number.

NOTE: The IP address 150.200.250.50 is used as an example only.

8. When the download is complete, the ftp prompt displays again. Type: quit and
press Enter to exit the FTP session.

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APPENDIX AMAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

MAINTENANCE
The EGX does not require maintenance, nor does it contain any user-serviceable parts.
If the EGX requires service, contact your local sales representative for help. Refer to
the Technical Support Contacts provided in the shipping carton for a list of support
phone numbers by country. Do not open the EGX enclosure; this will void the product
warranty agreement.

DANGER
HAZARD OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURN, OR EXPLOSION
This equipment must be installed and serviced only by qualified personnel.
Qualified persons performing diagnostics or troubleshooting that require electrical
conductors to be energized must comply with NFPA 70 E Standard for Electrical
Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces and OSHA Standards 29 CFR Part
1910 Subpart S Electrical.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Potential problems, possible causes, and solutions are listed in Table A1.

Table A1: Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution
Source power is not
Apply power or check power source.
Power LED is not lit. applied or is not stable.
LED is burned out. Check to see if other LEDs operate properly.
Ethernet link LED is Proper link is not
Make sure the proper cable is used and connected.
not lit. established.
Incorrect IP address. Enter correct IP address.
Incorrect subnet mask or
Enter correct subnet mask and/or IP router address.
SMS does not IP router address.
connect to the EGX. Verify EGX receives requests (ping EGX by going to DOS
Incorrect network
prompt and typing ping and the EGX IP address, e.g., ping
configuration.
199.0.62.41).
SMS does not go Verify that the EGX configuration matches the SMS
online with devices Configuration problems configuration.
on EGX. Verify the device address is entered correctly in SMS.
Forgot administrator
Call your local sales representative for assistance.
password.

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APPENDIX BCOMMUNICATING with SMS USING the EGX

This appendix provides instructions for using System Manager Software (SMS) to set
up a PC interface with the EGX.

To communicate with SMS, follow these steps:

1. Launch SMS.
2. Open an existing system or create a new system.
3. Add a communication connection for the EGX.
For the communications connection name, type a unique name for your EGX
connection.
For the communications driver, select MODBUS/TCP driver.
4. Input the EGX IP address in the communication connection (MODBUS/TCP).
5. After defining the communications connection, add the serial daisy-chained
devices using the EGX communication connection.

For more details about this process, please refer to the SMS Help option in SMS by
going to SMS > Quick Start > Quick start MODBUS/TCP device setup.

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APPENDIX CSPECIFICATIONS

Table C1: Specifications

CONTROL POWER INPUT SPECIFICATIONS
Operating Input Range 24 Vdc (10%)
Burden, maximum 8 Watts
Isolation 1.5 kV
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
Ambient Operating Temperature 30 to +80C
Storage Temperature 40 to +85C
Humidity Rating 595% Relative Humidity (non-condensing) at +40C
Pollution Degree Class 2
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Weight 1.5 lbs. (.68 kg)
Dimensions Length (7.88 in. / 200.2 mm),
Width (4.81 in. / 122.2 mm),
Depth (1.07 in. / 27.2 mm)
REGULATORY/STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
Electromagnetic Interference
Radiated Emissions EN 55022 / FCC Class A
Conducted Emissions EN 55022 / FCC Class A
Immunity for Industrial Environments EN 61000-6-2
Electrostatic Discharge (Air Discharge) EN 61000-4-2
Immunity to Surge (Impulse Wave) EN 61000-4-5
Immunity to Electrical Fast Transients EN 61000-4-4
Power Frequency Magnetic Field EN 61000-4-8
Voltage Dips EN 61000-4-11
Voltage Interruptions EN 61000-4-11
Conducted Immunity EN 61000-4-6
Radiated Immunity EN 61000-4-3
Product Standards
USA (Miscellaneous Apparatus) UL 508
Canada (Industrial Equipment) cUL (complies with CSA C22.2, #14M91)
Europe CE

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INDEX COM 1
LED 26
Numerics COM 2
10/100base T port (twisted pair) 4 LED 26
100BaseFX port (EGX400 only) 4 COM port
2-wire RS-232 4
biasing and termination 28 RS-485 4
communication 24 COM port timeout 41
4-wire command prompt 43
biasing and termination 28 communications
communication 24 2-wire 24
4-wire 24
A settings 15
access levels 40 setup parameters 41
administrator account 39 communications settings
advanced setup 41 page 12, 33
components 4
B configuration
baud rate, setting 15, 34 2-wire 28
Belden 8723 cable 4-wire 28
4-wire communication 24 RS-485 28

Belden 9841 cable connections

2-wire communication 24 control power 4
PC to EGX 13
Belden 9842 cable
wiring 22
4-wire communication 24
connectors
biasing
control power 4, 22
2-wire configuration 28
DB9 26
4-wire configuration 28
RS-485 4
RS-485 daisy chains 28
terminal block 22
box contents 3
control power
connection 4
C
connector 4
cable
LED 22
Ethernet cross-over 8
wiring 22
null modem 13
cross-over cable 8
clock 41

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firmware updates 43
D home page 11, 32
daisy chain IP address 10, 31
2-wire 25 logging into 11, 31
4-wire 25 logging out 42
biasing and termination 28 login page 32
connected to RS-485 port 23 mounting and installation 18
maximum distances 25 password administration 39
data bits, setting 15 service 45
setup utility 16
date, setting 41
specifications 49
DB9 connector 26
time and date 41
device list timing values 41
setting up 34 using SMS 47
devices wiring 22
viewable 41 EGX setup utility 13
diagnostics EGX200
displaying 38 application example 2
dimensions description 1
EGX 19 dimensions 19
DIN rail EGX400
dimensions 19 description 2
mounting 21 Ethernet
dip switches 10/100BaseTX RJ-45 twisted pair
settings 28 29
DOS 43 communications setup parameters 8
cross-over cable 8
E LEDs 30
link LED 4
EGX
port setup via LAN 34
advanced setup page 41
ports 29
application example 2
system architecture example 2
box contents 3
clock, setting 41
communications settings 12, 33
F
components 4 fiber-optic
description 1 dust cover 29
dimensions 19 full-duplex 29
embedded web pages 33 half-duplex 29

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firmware, updating 43 Link LED 30

flow control, setting 15 log out, EGX 42
logging into EGX 31
H login page 11, 32
home page 11, 32
HyperTerminal M
COM port properties page 15 maintenance 45
connect to page 14 media type (EGX400 only)
connection description page 14 setting 8, 33
opening 13
mode, wiring 34
using 13
mounting
I dimensions 19
DIN rail 21
installation
flat surface 21
DIN rail mount 21
locations, typical 18
flat surface mount 21
options 20
mounting feet 21
wall/panel 20
quick reference 7
wall/panel mount 20
N
IP address
null modem cable 13
entering in browser address field 10,
31
O
setting 8
operation 31
L quick reference 7
language
P
setting default 41
page
LEDs
advanced setup 41
COM 1 4
communications settings 12, 33
COM 1 and COM 2 26
device list 36
COM 2 4
diagnostics 38
control power 22
home 11, 32
Ethernet 4, 30
login 11, 32
Ethernet link 4
password administration 39
LK (link) 30
power 4 parameters
RS-485 4 advanced communication setup 41
communications settings 15
levels, access 40

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serial port setup 34 device definitions address range 37

parity, setting 15, 34 LED 4
password serial ports 23
administration 39
default 32
S
entering 11 safety precautions 5
pinout, RS-232 26 serial COM port setup 34
port serial devices
10/100base T (twisted pair) 4 identifying 34
100BaseFX 4 serial ports
com 1 26 RS-232 26
com 1 (RS-485) 4 RS-485 23
com 2 26 service, EGX200 45
com 2 (RS-485) 4 settings
Ethernet 4, 29 dip switches 28
Ethernet setup 34
setup
RS-232 serial 26
communications 15
selecting 34
Ethernet communications
timeout values 41 parameters 8
power HyperTerminal 13
LED 4 IP address 8
power supply 22 serial port parameters 34
control power connector 22 subnet mask 8
precautions, safety 5 web browser 8
setup utility
Q default setting 16
quick reference entering EGX 16
installing and operating 7 options 16
options descriptions 16
R Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) 29
router IP address SMS, communicating with 47
setting 8 specifications 49
RS-232 static IP address
com port 4 forcing 9
pin assignments 26 stop bits, setting 15
serial port 26
subnet mask 9
RS-485 setting 8

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switches
dip switch settings 4

T
technical support 45
terminal block connector 22
termination
2-wire configuration 28
4-wire configuration 28
RS-485 daisy chains 28
time, setting 41
timeout
COM port 41
user 41
timing values, EGX200 41
troubleshooting 45

U
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) 29
user account 40

V
viewable devices 41

W
web browser
launching 10, 31
using 8
web pages
EGX 33
wiring
2-wire communication 24
4-wire communication 24
connections 22
control power 22
mode 34

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Bulletin No. 63230-314-200/A3

Class 3050 1/2002