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The CoBox-FL-IAP Device
Server allows almost any serial device to be connected to a new or existing
Ethernet network. Featuring a 10Base-FL fiber optic interface, it is ideal for
applications that require long cable runs, EMI/RFI immunity and the inherent
electrical isolation that optical fiber offers.
The CoBox-FL-IAP is a
member of the new IAP (Industrial Automation Platform) family of products,
which are loadable with various Industrial Communications Protocols from the
supplied APS (Automation Protocols Suite) CD. The user simply chooses the
appropriate protocol that his application requires and loads that into any of
the -IAP family Device Servers. Continuous addition of more Industrial
Communication Protocols to the APS CD will expand the number of applications
where the -IAP family of products can be used.
By encapsulating serial
data and transporting it over Ethernet, the CoBox-FL-IAP allows virtual serial
links to be established over Ethernet. By using this unit, limited distance,
point-to-point, direct serial connections can now be extended within the plant,
throughout the facility or across the global enterprise.
When used in conjunction
with an OPC server, most Windows® based HMI, SCADA and PC-based control
applications have full access to information in the connected device.
Existing COM-port based
Windows® applications can access network-enabled devices using
DeviceComm Manager. This allows the creation of virtual serial ports,
which can be mapped to remote Device Servers over Ethernet.
Installable
communication drivers allow specific support for most industrial communication
protocols. With native support for these protocols, devices that previously
allowed only one connection can now support multiple connections
simultaneously.
Flexible configuration
options allow the unit to be setup locally using the serial port, or remotely
over Ethernet using telnet or a common web browser.
Included Windows®
based configuration software simplifies the process of installing communication
drivers and in configuring them for use with attached devices. Flash memory
provides for maintenance-free non-volatile storage, and allows future system
upgrades.
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Remotely
configure, program, monitor and manage: PLCs, AC/DC Drives, Process Controls,
Power Monitoring Equipment, Barcode Scanners, and other factory floor serial
devices |
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Choose
from many supplied Industrial Communications Protocols or the Standard Serial
Protocol Tunneling on the APS CD |
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Connect
enterprise (ERP, MES) systems to factory floor devices without disturbing
existing control networks |
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Dual
serial ports support RS-232 (DB-9) and RS-232, RS-422/485 (DB-25) at rates up
to 115,200 bps |
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10Base-T
Ethernet (RJ45) and 10Base-FL (ST multi-mode fiber) Ethernet interfaces |
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Universal
100 to 240 VAC power adapter included |
Serial
Interface
(Port 1) |
Interface:
RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485
Connector: DB25, DCE configuration
Data Rates: 300 to 115,200 bps
Characters: 7 or 8 data bits
Parity: odd, even, none
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: XON/XOFF, RTS/CTS
Control Signals: RTS, CTS, DSR, DCD, DTR
Installable serial protocols |
Serial
Interface
(Port 2) |
Interface: RS-232
Connector: DB9, DTE configuration
Data Rates: 300 to 115,200 bps
Characters: 7 or 8 data bits
Parity: odd, even, none
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: XON/XOFF, RTS/CTS
Control Signals: RTS, CTS, DCD, DTR
Installable serial protocols |
| Network
Interface |
Standards:
ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, ICMP, SNMP, BOOTP, DHCP, TFTP, Telnet and HTTP
Interface: 10Base-T Ethernet (RJ45) or 10Base-FL multi-mode fiber (ST)
Installable application layer protocols |
| Indicators |
Transmit data (yellow),
Receive data (yellow), Good link (green), Collision (red), Status-Port 1
(green), Status-Port 2 (yellow), Fault indicator (red) |
| Management |
SNMP,
serial, telnet and HTTP (web browser) |
| Power |
Input: 9 to 30 VDC, 9 W
maximum, Universal 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power adapter included |
| Environmental |
Operating:
5° to 50°C (41° to 122°F)
Storage: -40° to 66°C (-40° to 151°F) |
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Packaging |
Mounting: Flange
Material: Metal case |
Physical
Dimensions
(H x W x D) |
40 x
155 x 183 mm
(1.57 x 6.1 x 7.2 in)
Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs) |
Shipping
Dimensions
(H x W x D) |
70 x 336.6 x 171.5 mm
(2.75 x 13.25 x 6.75 in)
Weight: 1.315 kg (2.9 lbs) |
| Agency
Approvals |
CE,
FCC B, C/UL |
| Warranty |
1-year limited warranty - as of August 1st, 2003 |
| Software |
Included
Windows® 95/98/ME/NT/2000 based configuration software simplifies initial
setup |
| Part Number |
Description |
| CoBox-FL-IAP |
Device
server, 1 DB25 (RS-232, RS-422/485) serial port, 1 DB9 (RS-232), ST fiber
(10Base-FL) and 10Base-T network ports, diagnostic LEDs, APS CD-ROM with
configuration tools, installable communication drivers and installation guide. |
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