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