FMC Technologies Smith Meter microLoad.net User Manual

The Most Trusted Name in Measurement
TCP/IP (Ethernet & SLIP) Communications
Smith Meter™ microLoad.net
Application Manual
Issue/Rev 0.0 (5/06) Bulletin AB06064
Contents
Introduction to TCP/IP Communications and Basic Networking .............................................................. 1
Section I – Connecting via Ethernet.............................................................................................................. 2
Configuring the microLoad.net for Ethernet communications.......................................................................2
Configuring Windows 2000/XP for Ethernet Connection to microLoad.net.................................................. 3
Section II - Configuring a SLIP Connection.................................................................................................. 5
microLoad Settings for SLIP Communications ............................................................................................. 5
PC Settings for SLIP Communications ......................................................................................................... 6
Section III – Using the TCP/IP Link................................................................................................................ 8
Checking the TCP/IP Connection ................................................................................................................. 8
Appendix I – Firmware Upgrade Procedure.................................................................................................. 9
Performing the Firmware Upgrade................................................................................................................ 9
Appendix II – Troubleshooting TCP/IP Communications.......................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting an Ethernet connection .................................................................................................... 11
Troubleshooting a SLIP connection............................................................................................................ 11
Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade process........................................................................................ 12

FMC Technologies Smith Meter microLoad.net Specifications

General

Manufacturer	FMC Technologies
Product Line	Smith Meter
Model	microLoad.net
Enclosure Rating	NEMA 4X, IP66
Accuracy	±0.1% of reading
Application	Petroleum and Liquid Products
Communication Ports	RS-485, Ethernet
Communication Protocol	Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU
Power Supply	12 to 24 VDC
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 60°C

Summary

Introduction to TCP/IP Communications and Basic Networking

Section I – Connecting via Ethernet

Configuring the microLoad.net for Ethernet Communications

Configure microLoad.net network settings: IP Address, Net mask, Gateway, Ethernet Control, Com Link.

Configuring Windows 2000/XP for Ethernet Connection to microLoad.net

Configure Windows PC settings for Ethernet connection to microLoad.net, including network interface card and cable requirements.

Section II – Configuring a SLIP Connection

Configuring SLIP Communications

Configure SLIP (Serial Line Internet Protocol) for TCP/IP communications over serial ports.

microLoad.net Settings for SLIP Communications

Set microLoad.net parameters for SLIP: Function, Baud, Data Parity, Timeout, Mode, and Host Interface.

PC Settings for SLIP Communications

Configure Windows PC network settings for SLIP connection using the New Connection Wizard and microLoad SLIP Properties.

Section III – Using the TCP/IP Link

Checking the TCP/IP Connection

Verify TCP/IP connection using microMate software, checking status bar for 'ONLINE' or 'Read Only'.

Appendix I – Firmware Upgrade Procedure

Performing the Firmware Upgrade

Steps to perform firmware upgrade: select upgrade, provide access code, download image, and restart unit.

Appendix II – Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting an Ethernet Connection

Troubleshoot Ethernet issues using LED indicators and PING utility.

Troubleshooting a SLIP Connection

Troubleshoot SLIP connections using Comm Monitor Diagnostic and client/server handshake.

Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade Process

Resolve issues with locating or applying firmware images, including forced boot loader entry.