I’m trying to create a network communication into two Schneider Automation PLC.
First one is an “April 5000” with a RS485 Modbus_RTU network card.
Second one is an " TSX57-5634" with an ethernet Modbus_TCP network card.
I have a Digi PortServer TS1 MEI for making the conversion. I have configured it with IA protocol and selected Modbus RTU with coherent communication settings. Mobus TCP is the master and Modbus RTU the slave.
I’m trying to read/write variables values from the slave but without success.
I launch a read/write request from Master PLC to the digi IP. The Network LED status is blinking but nothing else matter
Have you any idea why it’s not working ?
Simon
Sorry for language mistakes, english isn’t my mother tongue…
This will tell you if the TS1 is trying to poll the RTU, but no response is seen - or if the configuration causes the TS1 to ignore/discard all requests.
Second step - if the trace shows the TS1 thinks it is talking is to double check the RS-485 - as the 10-pin RJ45 connector is painful when used with RS-485. You’ll probably require the RS-485 line BIAS to be enabled on the TS1 (by enabling the termination). I’ve never worked with the RS-485 on a TS product, but I’d guess you’ll need to short the “+” and “-” together for 2-wire, plus with the TS1’s floating AC/DC supply you’ll need to handle the signal ground for the RS-485.