Catalyst Testing; Test Software Setup; Install The Utility - Raco Catalyst Owner's Manual

3. Catalyst Testing

The test consists of using a testing utility to read and write the Catalyst's SNA
registers. This test will tell whether the Catalyst is properly configured and responding
to Modbus TCP commands prior to connecting it to a PLC. Since the Catalyst uses
the same hardware and configuration internally for Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP, it
will also test EtherNet/IP systems.
If the Catalyst passes this test and the PLC is still not able to set alarms then
investigate the connectivity between the PLC and Catalyst and that the PLC is writing
to the correct address.
CAUTION:
The testing software must be run from a PC that is on the same subnet
as the Catalyst. It is strongly advised that the PC and the Catalyst be on an isolated
network during testing. Since the test software can send out Modbus commands,
there's a small chance that the user could accidentally send commands to a PLC on
the same network. This could result in equipment damage and personnel injury.
A. Test Software Setup

Install the utility

1. Enter this URL into a browser:
http://www.baseblock.com/PRODUCTS/demosoftware.htm
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Filename:
Catalyst EtherNet Option Setup R5 V01.docx
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