Nodes; Description; Node Parameters; Modbus Network Menu - GE P485 Instruction Manual

Modbus to profibus converter
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DESCRIPTION

NODE PARAMETERS

MODBUS NETWORK
MENU

NODE MENU

P485 MODBUS TO PROFIBUS CONVERTER – USER GUIDE

Nodes

A node in the EnerVista P485/D485 Setup software represents a device on the Modbus
sub-network. In it's simplest form, a Node contains of a single transaction, that consists of
a Query and a Response.
To gain access to these parameters, select the desired node in the navigation window.
Slave address: This setting shall be set to match the Modbus address setting of the
destination device.
Name: Node Name. This name will appear in the navigation window.
Right-click "Modbus Network" in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions.
Paste: Paste a node from the clipboard.
Modbus Network Monitor: Launches the Modbus network monitor. Refer to Modbus
network monitor on page 7–1 for details.
Add Node: Adds a node to the scanlist.
Add Broadcaster: Adds a broadcaster node to the scanlist.
Load Node: Loads a node previously saved using "Save Node" from the Node menu
(see details below).
Modbus Network Status: Displays status/diagnostic information about the Modbus
network.
Right-click on a node in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions.
Cut: Cuts a node to the clipboard.
Copy: Copies a node to the clipboard.
Figure 5-4: Modbus network menu
Figure 5-5: Node menu
COMMUNICATION MODEL
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