Serial Link Port 1

Overview

The serial link port 1 is used to communicate with devices supporting the Modbus protocol as either a master or slave, ASCII Protocol (printer, modem...), and EcoStruxure Machine Expert Protocol (HMI,...).

Characteristics

Characteristic

Description

Function

Modbus Master/Slave

NOTE: Slave mode needs 120 Ω resistor for external line termination.

Connector type

RJ45

Isolation

Non-isolated

Maximum baud rate

115,200 bps

Cable

Type

Shielded

Maximum length

15 m (49 ft)

Polarization

Software configuration is used to connect when the node is configured as a Master.

560 Ω resistors are optional.

5 Vdc power supply for RS485

No

Pin Assignment

The following illustration shows the pins of the RJ45 connector:

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The table below describes the pin assignment of the RJ45 connector:

Pin

RS485

1

N.C.

2

N.C.

3

N.C.

4

D1

5

D0

6

N.C.

7

N.C.

8

Common

N.C.: Not Connected

Warning_Color.gifWARNING

UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Do not connect wires to unused terminals and/or terminals indicated as “No Connection (N.C.)”.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

Status LED

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The table below describes the serial link port 1 status LED:

Label

Description

LED

Color

Status

Description

SL1

Serial Link 1

Yellow

On

Indicates the activity of the serial link 1

Off

Indicates no serial communication