Overview The MGate MB3170 and MB3270 are 1 and 2-port advanced Modbus gateways that convert between Modbus TCP and Modbus ASCII/RTU protocols. They can be used to allow Ethernet masters to control serial slaves, or to allow serial masters to control Ethernet slaves. Up to 32 TCP masters and 31 serial slaves can be connected simultaneously.
Release the reset button when the Ready LED stops blinking. Panel Layouts The MGate MB3170 has a male DB9 port and a terminal block for connecting to serial devices. The MGate MB3270 has two DB9 connectors for connecting to serial devices.
Hardware Installation Procedure STEP 1: Use a standard straight-through Ethernet (fiber) cable to connect the unit to a network hub or switch. STEP 2: Connect your device to the unit's serial port. STEP 3: Mount the unit on a DIN-rail. STEP 4: Connect the power source to power input.
Power Input and Relay Output Pinouts Shielded Power Power N.O. Common N.C. Power Power Ground Input 1 Input 1 Input 2 Input 2 Optical Fiber Interface 100BaseFX Multi-mode Single-mode 50/125 μm Fiber Cable Type G.652 800 MHz*km Typical Distance 4 km 5 km 40 km Typical (nm)
Relay Output 1 digital relay output to alarm (normal close): current carrying capacity 1 A @ 30 Hazardous Location UL/cUL Class 1 Division 2 Group A/B/C/D, ATEX Zone 2, IECEx This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1.
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