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Internal Accessories
53 - Ekip Com Modbus RTU
Ekip Com Modbus RTU is a communication accessory that enables Ekip Touch to be integrated
into a RS-485 network with Modbus RTU communication protocol, with remote supervision and
control functions, in two different modes, master and slave.
From remote it is possible to:
read information and Ekip Touch measurements
read the status information of the circuit-breaker (open, closed, tripped)
manage certain commands, including opening and closing actuator (MOE-E)
access to information and parameters that are not available on the display
NOTE: the remote open and close commands to the switch can be run only if Ekip
Touch is in Remote configuration
To map the module in its own communication network, the document System Interface is
available (page 128), in which all the necessary communication and command details are listed.
IMPORTANT: each XT2 / XT4 circuit breaker can accommodate only one module;
configuration with external communication modules is not permitted if an internal
module is present
Ekip Com Modbus RTU integrates the following features:
Integrated status contacts (Open / Closed and Trip)
Backup battery to maintain the Date / Time in the event of absence of auxiliary alimetry
NOTA: refer to document 1SDH001000R0509 to replace the backup battery
Consult the electrical diagrams for 1SDM000068R0001 to connect the module to its
communication network and for terminal references.
The module is supplied with a 1mt long cable to interface with your network.
NOTA: the supplied cable varies if the circuit breaker is in a fixed / plug-in or
withdrawable version. For further information refer to the instruction sheet
1SDH002009A1501
To connect the module to Ekip Touch, see the instruction sheets 1SDH002009A1501.
Ekip Com Modbus RTU is supplied directly by the Ekip Touch module to which it is connected.
NOTE: in the absence of an auxiliary supply, the communication between Ekip Touch
and module is interrupted