Siemens SITRANS RD500 Manual

Siemens SITRANS RD500 Manual

Configuring sitrans rd500 for connection to multiranger with modbus rtu
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SITRANS RD500 and MultiRanger
Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to
MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU
Application examples
09/2020
AG111710
Introduction
Overview
Planning/configuring
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  • Page 1 Introduction Overview Planning/configuring SITRANS RD500 and MultiRanger Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples 09/2020 AG111710...
  • Page 2 Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting SITRANS RD500 to MultiRanger ................6 Setting Up a Data Log in RD500 .................... 7 Configuring RD500 to Read MODBUS Registers from MultiRanger ......... 8 Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples, 09/2020, AG111710...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Objective The objective of this application guide is to help the user become familiar with the steps required to connect the SITRANS RD500 to a Siemens MultiRanger via an RS-485 MODBUS connection. Equipment Equipment Description MLFB/A5E Number RD500 7ML5750-1AA00-0...
  • Page 5: Overview

    This application guide outlines the requirements and procedure to connect SITRANS RD500 and Siemens MultiRanger via an RS-485 MODBUS connection. The SITRANS RD500 is a remote data manager providing integrated web access, alarm event handling, and data capture for instrumentation. Siemens MultiRanger is a versatile short- to medium-range ultrasonic single and multi-vessel level monitor/controller.
  • Page 6: Planning/Configuring

    Planning/configuring Connecting SITRANS RD500 to MultiRanger 1. Connect the RS485 port on the SITRANS RD500 to the MultiRanger RS485 port on TB3 using wiring and practices in accordance with local electrical codes and requirements. 2. Set up a connection between the PC and SITRANS RD500, referring to the SITRANS RD500 Application instruction manual if necessary.
  • Page 7: Setting Up A Data Log In Rd500

    3. Click on the check box to enable the first Log entry. Enter a Name (e.g. LevelLog), set the desired Interval and then click Apply. (Another log entry will appear below the first one.) Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples, 09/2020, AG111710...
  • Page 8: Configuring Rd500 To Read Modbus Registers From Multiranger

    – Parameter P772 controls the baud rate of the MultiRanger. Be sure to select Port 2 for RS485. 4. Click on Configure to open the device node page for the MultiRanger, shown below. Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples, 09/2020, AG111710...
  • Page 9 – If a value should be logged, but not displayed on the Overview screen, set View to No. – Sign is register specific. 8. Click on Back to return to the list of tags. Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples, 09/2020, AG111710...
  • Page 10 Planning/configuring 3.3 Configuring RD500 to Read MODBUS Registers from MultiRanger 9. Repeat steps 5 to 8 to add more registers for monitoring in SITRANS RD500. Note The MODBUS register map is available in the MultiRanger 100/200 instruction manual (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/view/19163413). The table below has some commonly used registers.
  • Page 11 There are many more features and options available in both the MultiRanger and SITRANS RD500. Please consult the Operating Instructions for more information or contact your local Siemens representative. Configuring SITRANS RD500 for connection to MultiRanger with MODBUS RTU Application examples, 09/2020, AG111710...

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