Schneider Electric Modbus Plus Network Bridge Multiplexer none User Manual

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Introducing the BM85 Bridge/Multiplexers

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1.2.3

Operating Power

AC/DC Models

These models are supplied with a power cable of 6 ft (2 m) length for

operation from 110-120 Vac or 220-240 Vac single-phase power. The

cable connects to a socket on the rear panel. Grounding is through the

cable. The BM85 contains an ac line fuse that is accessible to the user.

All of these models except the BM85-000 can also operate from an

external 24 Vdc source. Power connects to a socket on the rear panel.

Grounding is through the cable. The dc power source must be fused

externally to the BM85.

DC/DC Models

These models operate from a 125 Vdc or 24 Vdc source. Power connects

to a terminal strip on the rear panel. A grounding terminal is provided.

The dc power source must be fused externally to the BM85.

1.2.4

Configuration Methods

All BM85 models must be configured internally for your application

before you can connect them for operation in your application. This is

necessary because the BM85's internal configuration specifies how each

serial port will operate.

Each model has two sets of rear panel switches. One set assigns the

Modbus Plus node address. The other set allows you to either configure

the unit or set it into its RUN mode.

Configuring the Modbus Port Models

For the Modbus serial port models, you configure the unit locally at a

serial terminal connected to one of its ports.

Configuring the Programmable Port Models

For the programmable models, you create an application program

externally to the BM85 and then download it to the unit across the

Modbus Plus network.

Setting the RUN Mode

When you have properly completed your configuration of the BM85, you

can set it into its RUN mode for operation in your application.

Caution:ąDo not connect the BM85 into your application

environment unless you have set its internal configuration.

Do not connect it to your network or to any device unless you

have set its switches properly for configuring or running.

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