ComAp InteliGen NTC BaseBox User Manual

IGS-NT Communication Guide
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Equipment
Equipment needed
Controller side -
Connection RS 485 cable (page 82)
Other device
side
RS485 connection or RS485/USB converter
3.3.3 Ethernet - MODBUS/TCP (Direct)
Controllers
Controllers IG-NT-BB IG-NTC-BB IS-NTC-BB IM-NTC-BB IM-NT-BB
Connection
applicable
NO YES YES YES NO
Available
ports
external bridge ETHERNET ETHERNET ETHERNET external bridge
More info IG/IS/IM-NTC-BB - Communications (page 12)
Controllers IG-NT IG-NTC IS-NT-BB IM-NT
Connection
applicable
NO NO NO NO
Available
ports
external bridge external bridge external bridge external bridge
Note: The communication port for Modbus TCP is 502.
Note: Ethernet Modbus/TCP connection is available for all mentioned controllers via Ethernet - MODBUS (IB-
NT) (page 43).
Number of clients connected simultaneously
1 client ModBus TCP/IP
Ethernet connection settings
Perform the connection settings the same way as for Ethernet connection (Direct) (page 27).

ComAp InteliGen NTC BaseBox Specifications

General

Controller Type	Generator Controller
Input Voltage	8-36 V DC
Supply Voltage	8-36 V DC
Relative Humidity	95% non-condensing
Protection Rating	IP20
Communication Interfaces	CAN, RS232, RS485, Ethernet
Storage Temperature	-40 to +80 °C
Weight	Approx. 0.5 kg
Certifications	CE, UL

Summary

Controllers Communication Capabilities

Remote Monitoring

Connection to Internet (Direct)

How to establish a direct internet connection for remote monitoring.

Internet Connection via AirGate

Setup for internet connectivity using the AirGate service.

WebSupervisor

Introduction to the WebSupervisor system for remote monitoring.

Web Interface

Details on accessing controller data via a web browser interface.

Internet Connection via Cellular Network

Controller Setup

Comms Extension - I-LB+ Local Bridge

Details on the I-LB+ local bridge for CAN bus communication.

Commands for IGS-NT

Lists and explains commands for the IGS-NT controller.

Commands for IM-NT

Lists and explains commands for the IM-NT controller.

Connection

Recommended CAN/RS485 Connection

Guidelines for setting up CAN and RS485 connections correctly.

RS485 Connection

Communication

Communication Cables

Recommended cables for various communication interfaces (RS232, RS485, USB, CAN).

SMS Message Command

How to send commands to controllers via SMS messages.

Modbus Communication

Comprehensive guide to Modbus communication protocols and usage.

Examples of Modbus Communication

Practical examples demonstrating Modbus communication scenarios.

Converters

Converter RS232 ↔ RS485

Details on converting between RS232 and RS485 protocols.

General Properties of RS232 to RS485 Converters

Modbus Connection

Modbus Step by Step

A step-by-step guide to establishing Modbus connections.

Important Setpoints in the Controller

Modbus Protocol Description

Detailed explanation of the Modbus protocol.

Modbus TCP

Specifics of the Modbus TCP protocol and its implementation.

Modbus RTU

Details on the Modbus RTU protocol.