MSA ProtoNode FPC-N54 Startup Manual
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- Page 1 Operating Manual ProtoNode FPC-N54 Start-up Guide Revision: 3.L Document No.: T18624 Print Spec: 10000005389 (F) MSAsafety.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents About the ProtoNode Equipment Setup Mounting Physical Dimensions Installation DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1 Bias Resistors 3.1.2 Termination Resistor Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports 3.2.1 Wiring 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port Power up the Gateway Connect the PC to the Gateway Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet 5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC Navigate to the Login Page... - Page 4 Additional Information 10.1 Update Firmware 10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup 10.2.1 Change Security Mode 10.2.2 Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer 10.3 Change User Management Settings 10.3.1 Create Users 10.3.2 Edit Users 10.3.3 Delete Users 10.3.4 Change FieldServer Password 10.4 Specifications...
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Page 5: About The Protonode
NOTE: For troubleshooting assistance refer to Section Troubleshooting, or any of the troubleshooting appendices in the related driver supplements. Check the MSA Safety website for technical support resources and documentation that may be of assistance. The ProtoNode is cloud ready and connects with MSA Safety’s Grid. See Section 8.4.1 Accessing the FieldServer... -
Page 6: Equipment Setup
Equipment Setup Mounting The gateway can be mounted using the DIN rail mounting bracket on the back of the unit. ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 7: Physical Dimensions
Physical Dimensions ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 8: Installation
Installation DIP Switch Settings 3.1.1 Bias Resistors To enable Bias Resistors, move both the BIAS- and BIAS+ dip switches to the right in the orientation shown above. The bias resistors are used to keep the RS-485 bus to a known state, when there is no transmission on the line (bus is idling), to help prevent false bits of data from being detected. -
Page 9: Termination Resistor
3.1.2 Termination Resistor If the gateway is the last device on the serial trunk, then the End-Of-Line Termination Switch needs to be enabled. To enable the Termination Resistor, move the TERM dip switch to the right in the orientation shown in above. Termination resistor is also used to reduce noise. -
Page 10: Connecting The R1 & R2 Ports
Connecting the R1 & R2 Ports For the R1 Port only: Switch between RS-485 and RS-232 by moving the number 4 DIP Switch left for RS-485 and right for RS-232 (see images in Section 3.1 DIP Switch Settings). The R2 Port is RS-485. Connect to the 3-pin connector(s) as shown below. -
Page 11: 10/100 Ethernet Connection Port
10/100 Ethernet Connection Port NOTE: Do not use shielded Ethernet cables. The Ethernet Port is used both for Ethernet protocol communications and for configuring the gateway via the Web App. To connect the gateway, either connect the PC to the router’s Ethernet port or connect the router and PC to an Ethernet switch. Use Cat-5 cables for the connection. -
Page 12: Power Up The Gateway
Power up the Gateway Check power requirements in the table below: Power Requirement for ProtoNode External Gateway Current Draw Type ProtoNode Family 12VDC 24VDC/AC FPC – N54 (Typical) 250mA 125mA NOTE: These values are ‘nominal’ and a safety margin should be added to the power supply of the host system. A safety margin of 25% is recommended. -
Page 13: Connect The Pc To The Gateway
Connect the PC to the Gateway Connecting to the Gateway via Ethernet Connect a Cat-5 Ethernet cable (straight through or cross-over) between the local PC and ProtoNode . 5.1.1 Changing the Subnet of the Connected PC The default IP Address for the ProtoNode is 192.168.1.24, Subnet Mask is 255.255.255.0. If the PC and ProtoNode are on different IP networks, assign a static IP Address to the PC on the 192.168.1.xxx network. -
Page 14: Setup Web Server Security
Setup Web Server Security Login to the FieldServer The first time the FieldServer GUI is opened in a browser, the IP Address for the gateway will appear as untrusted. This will cause the following pop-up windows to appear. • When the Web Server Security Unconfigured window appears, read the text and choose whether to move forward with HTTPS or HTTP. - Page 15 • Additional text will expand below the warning, click the underlined text to go to the IP Address. In the example below this text is “Proceed to <FieldServer IP> (unsafe)”. • When the login screen appears, put in the Username (default is “admin”) and the Password (found on the label of the FieldServer).
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Page 16: Select The Security Mode
Select the Security Mode On the first login to the FieldServer, the following screen will appear that allows the user to select which mode the FieldServer should use. NOTE: Cookies are used for authentication. NOTE: To change the web server security mode after initial setup, go to Section 10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup. -
Page 17: Https With Own Trusted Tls Certificate
6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate This is the recommended selection and the most secure. Please contact your IT department to find out if you can obtain a TLS certificate from your company before proceeding with the Own Trusted TLS Certificate option. •... -
Page 18: Setup Network
Setup Network Using FS-GUI to Input Network Settings To navigate from the FS-GUI page to the Network Settings page follow the below instructions: • Find the Navigation tree across the left side of the screen. • Click the arrow next to the FieldServer title/CN number to expand the tree. •... -
Page 19: Routing Settings
Routing Settings The Routing settings make it possible to set up the IP routing rules for the FieldServer’s internet and network connections. • Click the Add Rule button to add a new row and set a new Destination Network, Netmask and Gateway IP Address as needed. -
Page 20: Ethernet 1 Network Settings
Ethernet 1 Network Settings To change the FieldServe IP Settings, follow these instructions: • Enable DHCP to automatically assign IP Settings or modify the IP Settings manually as needed, via these fields: IP Address, Netmask, Default Gateway, and Domain Name Server1/2. NOTE: If the FieldServer is connected to a router, the IP Gateway of the FieldServer should be set to the same IP Address of the router. -
Page 21: Configuring The Protonode
Configuring the ProtoNode Retrieve the Sample Configuration File The configuration of the ProtoNode is provided to the ProtoNode’s operating system via a comma-delimited file called “CONFIG.CSV”. If a custom configuration was ordered, the ProtoNode will be programmed with the relevant device registers in the Config.csv file for the initial start-up. -
Page 22: Load The Updated Configuration File
Load the Updated Configuration File 8.3.1 Using the FS-GUI to Load a Configuration File • In the main menu of the FS-GUI screen, click “Setup”, then “File Transfer” and finally “Update”. • Browse and select the .csv file, open, then click “Submit”. •... -
Page 23: Retrieve The Configuration File For Modification Or Backup
8.3.2 Retrieve the Configuration File for Modification or Backup To get a copy of the configuration file for modifying or backing up a configuration on a local computer, do the following: • In the main menu of the FS-GUI screen, click “Setup”, then “File Transfer”. •... -
Page 24: Test And Commission The Protonode
NOTE: For troubleshooting assistance refer to Section Troubleshooting, or any of the troubleshooting appendices in the related driver supplements and configuration manual. MSA Safety also offers a technical support on the MSA Safety website, which contains a significant number of resources and documentation that may be of assistance. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Lost or Incorrect IP Address • Ensure that FieldServer Toolbox is loaded onto the local PC. Otherwise, download the FieldServer-Toolbox.zip via the MSA Safety website. • Extract the executable file and complete the installation. • Connect a standard Cat-5 Ethernet cable between the user’s PC and ProtoNode. -
Page 26: Viewing Diagnostic Information
Viewing Diagnostic Information • Type the IP Address of the FieldServer into the web browser or use the FieldServer Toolbox to connect to the FieldServer. • Click on Diagnostics and Debugging Button, then click on view, and then on connections. •... -
Page 27: Checking Wiring And Settings
Checking Wiring and Settings No COMS on the Serial side. If the Tx/Rx LEDs are not flashing rapidly then there is a COM issue. To fix this problem, check the following: • Visual observations of LEDs on the ProtoNode. (Section 9.5 LED Functions) •... -
Page 28: Taking A Fieldserver Diagnostic Capture
Taking a FieldServer Diagnostic Capture When there is a problem on-site that cannot easily be resolved, perform a Diagnostic Capture before contacting support. Once the Diagnostic Capture is complete, email it to technical support. The Diagnostic Capture will accelerate diagnosis of the problem. •... -
Page 29: Led Functions
LED Functions Description The SS LED will flash once a second to indicate that the bridge is in operation. The SYS ERR LED will go on solid indicating there is a system error. If this occurs, immediately report the related “system error”... -
Page 30: Factory Reset Instructions
Factory Reset Instructions For instructions on how to reset a FieldServer back to its factory released state, see ENOTE FieldServer Next Gen Recovery. Internet Browser Software Support The following web browsers are supported: • Chrome Rev. 57 and higher • Firefox Rev. 35 and higher •... -
Page 31: Additional Information
Additional Information 10.1 Update Firmware To load a new version of the firmware, follow these instructions: 1. Extract and save the new file onto the local PC. 2. Open a web browser and type the IP Address of the FieldServer in the address bar. ◦... -
Page 32: Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup
10.2 Change Web Server Security Settings After Initial Setup NOTE: Any changes will require a FieldServer reboot to take effect. • Navigate from the ProtoNode landing page to the FS-GUI by clicking the blue “Diagnostics” text on the bottom of the screen. -
Page 33: Change Security Mode
10.2.1Change Security Mode • Click Security in the Navigation panel. • Click the Mode desired. ◦ If HTTPS with own trusted TLS certificate is selected, follow instructions in Section 6.2.1 HTTPS with Own Trusted TLS Certificate • Click the Save button. ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 34: Edit The Certificate Loaded Onto The Fieldserver
10.2.2Edit the Certificate Loaded onto the FieldServer NOTE: A loaded certificate will only be available if the security mode was previously setup as HTTPS with own trusted TLS certificate. • Click Security in the Navigation panel. • Click the Edit Certificate button to open the certificate and key fields. •... -
Page 35: Change User Management Settings
10.3 Change User Management Settings • From the FS-GUI page, click Setup in the Navigation panel. • Click User Management in the navigation panel. NOTE: If the passwords are lost, the unit can be reset to factory settings to reinstate the default unique password on the label. -
Page 36: Create Users
10.3.1Create Users • Click the Create User button. • Enter the new User fields: Name, Security Group and Password. ◦ User details are hashed and salted NOTE: The password must meet the minimum complexity requirements. An algorithm automatically checks the password entered and notes the level of strength on the top right of the Password text field. •... -
Page 37: Edit Users
10.3.2Edit Users • Click the pencil icon next to the desired user to open the User Edit window. • Once the User Edit window opens, change the User Security Group and Password as needed. • Click Confirm. • Once the Success message appears, click OK. ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 38: Delete Users
10.3.3Delete Users • Click the trash can icon next to the desired user to delete the entry. • When the warning message appears, click Confirm. ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 39: Change Fieldserver Password
10.3.4Change FieldServer Password • Click the Password tab. • Change the general login password for the FieldServer as needed. NOTE: The password must meet the minimum complexity requirements. An algorithm automatically checks the password entered and notes the level of strength on the top right of the Password text field. ProtoNode Start-up Guide... -
Page 40: Specifications
10.4 Specifications FPC-N54 One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: RS-485/RS-232 (Tx+ / Rx- / gnd) One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: RS-485 (+ / - / gnd) Electrical Connections One 3-pin Phoenix connector with: Power port (+ / - / Frame-gnd) One Ethernet 10/100 BaseT port Input Voltage: 9-30VDC or 24VAC Current draw: 24VAC 0.125A Power Requirements... -
Page 41: Compliance With En Iec 62368-1
10.6 Compliance with EN IEC 62368-1 For EN IEC compliance, the following instructions must be met when operating the ProtoNode. • The units shall be powered by listed LPS or Class 2 power supply suited to the expected operating temperature range. •... -
Page 42: Limited 2 Year Warranty
Limited 2 Year Warranty MSA Safety warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service for two years after date of shipment. MSA Safety will repair or replace any equipment found to be defective during the warranty period.
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