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User's Guide
Cabling & Technical Specifications
Version 1.09
LT2

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Summary

1. How to use this manual?

1.1. What is in the manual?

Overview of the manual's content and structure.

1.2. What is not in the manual?

Identifies topics not covered, directing users to other resources.

2. The Hardware Models

3. Installation of the TBox-LT2

3.1. Installation of the Rack on a DIN rail

Instructions for mounting the TBox LT2 unit onto a DIN rail.

3.2. Installation on a wall

Details on how to install the TBox LT2 unit on a wall using brackets.

3.3. Earthconnection

Procedure for making the safety earth ground connection for the TBox LT2.

3.4. Cabling

Guidelines and capacity of the TBox LT2's spring-cage terminal blocks for cabling.

4. Installation of TWinSoft

4.1. System requirements

Lists the necessary hardware, memory, display, and OS for TWinSoft.

4.2. Installation of the CD-ROM

Describes the software available on the TWinSoft Suite CD-ROM for installation.

4.3. Programs of ‘TWinSoft Suite’

Details the programs and menus included in the TWinSoft Suite after installation.

5. Starting TWinSoft

5.1. Wizard

Explains the New Document Wizard's role in setting up a new application.

5.2. Communicating with TBOX LT2

Outlines the methods for establishing communication between TWinSoft and the TBOX LT2 unit.

5.3. PC Communication Set up

Guides the user through configuring the PC for communication with the TBOX LT2.

5.3.3. IP setting of TWinSoft

5.4. Factory IP address - changing IP address

5.5. Testing communication

5.6. Reset of TBox LT2

5.6.1. Global reset of TBox LT2

Explains how to perform a global reset to restore factory default configuration.

5.6.2. Working Modes Available with Toggle Switch

Describes different operating modes selectable via the toggle switch on the TBox LT2.

5.7. Sending ‘Operating System’

5.8. LED RUN

5.9. Saving and Sending a Program

5.9.1. Saving a document - Backup document

Details the process of saving TWinSoft application documents and creating backups.

5.9.2. Compiling an application

Explains how to compile an application and interpret the compilation results.

5.9.3. Sending an application

6. Introduction

7. RTU properties

7.1. General properties

Covers general identification and configuration settings for the RTU.

7.2. Add-ons

Explains how to add external software modules for advanced protocols or tasks.

7.3. Protection

Refers to access security settings discussed in chapter 17.

7.4. IP Security

Details settings for IP security, including Firewall and HTTPS.

7.5. Info properties

Allows entering version, programmer name, and program description.

7.6. Advanced

Accesses advanced parameters for various functionalities like Start/Stop and Alarms.

7.6.1. Start;Stop

7.6.2. Alarms

7.6.3. Sampling Tables

7.6.4. Temperature

7.6.5. ModBus Transactions

7.6.6. Ports

7.6.7. TCP;IP

7.6.8. Environment variables

7.6.9. Power Fail

7.6.10. Web and Report

7.6.11. Plug&Go

8. Resources

8.1. The CPU Card

Details the CPU card and its associated communication ports and I/O.

8.2. Communication Ports

Describes the communication ports (RS232, Ethernet, GSM, USB) available on the TBOX LT2.

8.2.5. USB

8.3. Communication Variables

8.4. Groups of I;Os

8.5. System variables

9. Tags & Variables

9.1. Physical I;O

Describes how to access and create Tags for physical I/O signals.

9.2. Internal Variables (Registers)

Explains the creation and types of digital, analog, and text internal variables.

9.3. ModBus address

Details the ModBus address as the link for external equipment to sample Tags.

9.4. Tags - Presentation; Write

Covers configuration for Tag presentation and write access in reports and webforms.

9.5. Run Time Parameters

Allows accessing and modifying RTU configurations online through Tags.

10. IP Parameters

10.1. ISP configuration

Details how to configure an Internet Service Provider (ISP) for dial-up connections.

10.2. FTP(S) Server

Explains how to configure the FTP server for secure file transfer.

10.3. SFTP Server

Describes the SFTP server for secure file transfer using SSH protocol.

10.4. SMTP(S) Server

Explains the configuration of the SMTP server for sending emails.

10.5. POP3 Server

Details the POP3 server configuration for checking and collecting emails.

10.6. NTP Server

10.7. DynDNS

10.8. Virtual Server

10.9. IP Bridge

10.11. Trace Log

11. IP Security

11.1. VPN

Details the VPN feature for providing secure connections using OpenVPN.

11.2. Firewall

Explains how to configure Firewall rules for controlling access to the TBOX LT2.

12. Alarms

12.1. Introduction

Provides an overview of the TBOX LT2 alarm module and its capabilities.

12.2. Digital Alarm Condition

Details how to configure digital alarm conditions based on Tag changes.

12.3. Analog Alarm Condition

Explains how to set up analog alarm conditions based on Tag value thresholds.

12.4. Recipients

Describes how to define recipients for alarms, including internal, ModBus, and pager/SMS types.

12.5. Group of Recipients

Explains how to create and manage groups of recipients for alarm notifications.

12.6. Messages

Covers the definition and content of alarm messages sent to recipients.

12.7. Alarm Timetables

Allows specifying recipient activity periods for alarms using time slices and holidays.

12.8. Alarms Table

13. ReadSMS;POP3 embedded

13.1. Introduction

Introduces the ReadSMS/POP3 features for alarm acknowledgment and RTU control.

13.2. Acknowledgment of an alarm by sending data to the RTU

Details the process of acknowledging alarms by sending data back to the RTU via SMS or email.

13.3. Controlling the RTU using SMS message or POP3

Explains how to control the RTU by sending SMS messages or reading emails via POP3.

13.4. Automatic Update of a Recipient’s tel. number

13.5. ReadSMS status

13.6. Get Message in Text Tag

14. Datalogging

14.1. Introduction

Introduces datalogging functionality for recording historical values and events.

14.2. The chronologies

Describes chronologies for 'on event' recording of Tag changes with timestamps.

14.3. The sampling tables

Explains sampling tables for 'periodical' recording of data at fixed intervals.

15. ModBus Transactions

15.1. Creating a Remote Device

Guides on creating a remote ModBus device configuration for transactions.

15.2. Creating a ModBus Transaction

Details the process of creating ModBus transactions for reading or writing data.

15.3. ModBus Transactions through modem

Explains how to establish ModBus transactions using a dial-up modem.

15.4. Timing configuration of ModBus Transactions

Covers adjusting timing parameters for ModBus Transactions to optimize performance.

16. Periodic Events

17. Protection (Access security)

17.1. Access Protection on Communication Ports

Details how to configure access security for communication ports on the RTU.

17.1.2. Monitoring Access Level

Explains how to check current access levels on serial and modem ports.

17.1.3. ReadSMS protection

Discusses protecting the ReadSMS feature using SMS or email.

17.1.4. HTTP Protection

Details how to protect HTTP access to prevent unauthorized viewing of HTM files.

17.1.5. ModBus TCP protection on socket

Explains socket-based protection for ModBus TCP communications.

17.1.6. FTP Protection

Covers protecting FTP server access to the micro SD card and files.

17.1.7. Advanced IP Configuration

Activates features like IP forwarding and Virtual Server for network redirection.

17.2. Document protection

Provides protection against opening TWinSoft documents with a password.

17.3. Password utility

Explains the utility for generating access codes based on global codes and user information.

17.4. Login;Logout

Details how to log in and out of protected communication ports in TWinSoft.

17.5. Deactivating protection

Describes methods for deactivating TBOX LT2 access protection.

17.6. Deactivating protection of TWinSoft document

Explains how to deactivate document protection within TWinSoft.

18. Front panels

18.1. LT2-530-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-530-xx model.

18.2. LT2-532-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-532-xx model.

18.3. LT2-540-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-540-xx model.

18.4. LT2-542-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-542-xx model.

19. Technical specifications

19.1. Common to all models

Lists general technical specifications applicable to all TBOX LT2 models.

19.2. Lithium Battery Implementation

Explains the implementation and replacement procedure for the 3V lithium battery.

19.3. Micro SD Card Implementation

Describes the features and implementation of the micro SD card option.

19.4. Toggle Switch (Working modes)

Explains the function of the toggle switch for controlling the CPU's working modes.

19.5. GSM-3 G (optional)

Details the specifications and operation of the optional GSM/3G modem.

19.5.2. Antennas

Lists the available antenna models for the GSM/3G modem.

19.5.3. Antenna Surge Arrestor

Describes the connection procedure for the antenna surge arrestor.

19.6. RS232 (optional)

Provides specifications and pinout details for the optional RS232 communication port.

19.7. I;O

Details the specifications for Digital Inputs, Counter Inputs, and Digital Outputs.

20. Cabling

20.1. Power Supply

Illustrates the cabling for power supply, including backup battery connections.

20.2. RS232 (standard)

Shows the cabling diagram for the standard RS232 communication port.

20.3. RS232 (optional)

Details the cabling and pinout for the optional RS232 port using RJ45 connectors.

20.4. RS485

Provides cabling information and precautions for the RS485 communication port.

20.5. Ethernet

Illustrates the cabling and pinout for Ethernet communication using RJ45 connectors.

20.6. Digital Inputs - Counter inputs

Shows the cabling for digital inputs and counter inputs, including NPN and PNP connections.

20.7. Digital Outputs

Illustrates the cabling for digital outputs, including load connections.

20.8. Analog Inputs - Current;Voltage

Details the cabling for analog inputs (current and voltage) with 2-wire and 4-wire sensors.

20.9. Analog Inputs - Temperature (Pt 1000)

Shows the cabling for Pt1000 temperature probes.

20.10. Analog outputs - Current

Illustrates the cabling for analog outputs (current) to actuators.

Appendix A. Licenses

A.1. The Evaluation mode

Describes the Evaluation mode for TWinSoft, allowing restricted usage.

A.2. The Dongle

Explains the dongle as a hardware license for TWinSoft, requiring driver installation.

A.3. The Code (License)

Details the license code activation process for TWinSoft.

A.4. The TWinSoft LITE

Describes the TWinSoft LITE version, suitable for limited TBOX LT2 units.

Appendix B. Time in RTU

B.1. Time in TBox LITE

Explains the Real Time Clock (RTC) and UTC time management within TBox LITE.

B.2. Data logging

Covers data logging mechanisms including chronologies, sampling tables, and periodic events.

B.3. System variables associated

B.4. Summary

Appendix C. Plug & Go

C.1. Presentation

Introduces Pack & Go as a tool to build, backup, and transfer complete projects.

C.2. Pack

Details the process of packing a TWinSoft project into a single file.

C.3. Unpack

Explains how to unpack a project file or update an RTU with a project.

Appendix E. ModBus Rerouting

E.1. Presentation

Explains the ability of TBOX LT2 to act as a ModBus router.

E.2. Routing using TWinSoft

Details how to configure ModBus rerouting using TWinSoft.

E.3. Possibilities of Routing

Shows possible connections between different ports for routing requests.

Appendix F. IP forwarding, NAT, Virtual Server

Appendix G. Terminal mode

Appendix H. Precautions In Cabling

H.1. Cabling to Spring-Cage Terminal Blocks

Details connection capacity and ferrule specifications for terminal blocks.

H.2. Cabling Analog Inputs

Emphasizes care when cabling analog inputs, especially temperature probes and GND connections.

Summary

1. How to use this manual?

1.1. What is in the manual?

Overview of the manual's content and structure.

1.2. What is not in the manual?

Identifies topics not covered, directing users to other resources.

2. The Hardware Models

3. Installation of the TBox-LT2

3.1. Installation of the Rack on a DIN rail

Instructions for mounting the TBox LT2 unit onto a DIN rail.

3.2. Installation on a wall

Details on how to install the TBox LT2 unit on a wall using brackets.

3.3. Earthconnection

Procedure for making the safety earth ground connection for the TBox LT2.

3.4. Cabling

Guidelines and capacity of the TBox LT2's spring-cage terminal blocks for cabling.

4. Installation of TWinSoft

4.1. System requirements

Lists the necessary hardware, memory, display, and OS for TWinSoft.

4.2. Installation of the CD-ROM

Describes the software available on the TWinSoft Suite CD-ROM for installation.

4.3. Programs of ‘TWinSoft Suite’

Details the programs and menus included in the TWinSoft Suite after installation.

5. Starting TWinSoft

5.1. Wizard

Explains the New Document Wizard's role in setting up a new application.

5.2. Communicating with TBOX LT2

Outlines the methods for establishing communication between TWinSoft and the TBOX LT2 unit.

5.3. PC Communication Set up

Guides the user through configuring the PC for communication with the TBOX LT2.

5.3.3. IP setting of TWinSoft

5.4. Factory IP address - changing IP address

5.5. Testing communication

5.6. Reset of TBox LT2

5.6.1. Global reset of TBox LT2

Explains how to perform a global reset to restore factory default configuration.

5.6.2. Working Modes Available with Toggle Switch

Describes different operating modes selectable via the toggle switch on the TBox LT2.

5.7. Sending ‘Operating System’

5.8. LED RUN

5.9. Saving and Sending a Program

5.9.1. Saving a document - Backup document

Details the process of saving TWinSoft application documents and creating backups.

5.9.2. Compiling an application

Explains how to compile an application and interpret the compilation results.

5.9.3. Sending an application

6. Introduction

7. RTU properties

7.1. General properties

Covers general identification and configuration settings for the RTU.

7.2. Add-ons

Explains how to add external software modules for advanced protocols or tasks.

7.3. Protection

Refers to access security settings discussed in chapter 17.

7.4. IP Security

Details settings for IP security, including Firewall and HTTPS.

7.5. Info properties

Allows entering version, programmer name, and program description.

7.6. Advanced

Accesses advanced parameters for various functionalities like Start/Stop and Alarms.

7.6.1. Start;Stop

7.6.2. Alarms

7.6.3. Sampling Tables

7.6.4. Temperature

7.6.5. ModBus Transactions

7.6.6. Ports

7.6.7. TCP;IP

7.6.8. Environment variables

7.6.9. Power Fail

7.6.10. Web and Report

7.6.11. Plug&Go

8. Resources

8.1. The CPU Card

Details the CPU card and its associated communication ports and I/O.

8.2. Communication Ports

Describes the communication ports (RS232, Ethernet, GSM, USB) available on the TBOX LT2.

8.2.5. USB

8.3. Communication Variables

8.4. Groups of I;Os

8.5. System variables

9. Tags & Variables

9.1. Physical I;O

Describes how to access and create Tags for physical I/O signals.

9.2. Internal Variables (Registers)

Explains the creation and types of digital, analog, and text internal variables.

9.3. ModBus address

Details the ModBus address as the link for external equipment to sample Tags.

9.4. Tags - Presentation; Write

Covers configuration for Tag presentation and write access in reports and webforms.

9.5. Run Time Parameters

Allows accessing and modifying RTU configurations online through Tags.

10. IP Parameters

10.1. ISP configuration

Details how to configure an Internet Service Provider (ISP) for dial-up connections.

10.2. FTP(S) Server

Explains how to configure the FTP server for secure file transfer.

10.3. SFTP Server

Describes the SFTP server for secure file transfer using SSH protocol.

10.4. SMTP(S) Server

Explains the configuration of the SMTP server for sending emails.

10.5. POP3 Server

Details the POP3 server configuration for checking and collecting emails.

10.6. NTP Server

10.7. DynDNS

10.8. Virtual Server

10.9. IP Bridge

10.11. Trace Log

11. IP Security

11.1. VPN

Details the VPN feature for providing secure connections using OpenVPN.

11.2. Firewall

Explains how to configure Firewall rules for controlling access to the TBOX LT2.

12. Alarms

12.1. Introduction

Provides an overview of the TBOX LT2 alarm module and its capabilities.

12.2. Digital Alarm Condition

Details how to configure digital alarm conditions based on Tag changes.

12.3. Analog Alarm Condition

Explains how to set up analog alarm conditions based on Tag value thresholds.

12.4. Recipients

Describes how to define recipients for alarms, including internal, ModBus, and pager/SMS types.

12.5. Group of Recipients

Explains how to create and manage groups of recipients for alarm notifications.

12.6. Messages

Covers the definition and content of alarm messages sent to recipients.

12.7. Alarm Timetables

Allows specifying recipient activity periods for alarms using time slices and holidays.

12.8. Alarms Table

13. ReadSMS;POP3 embedded

13.1. Introduction

Introduces the ReadSMS/POP3 features for alarm acknowledgment and RTU control.

13.2. Acknowledgment of an alarm by sending data to the RTU

Details the process of acknowledging alarms by sending data back to the RTU via SMS or email.

13.3. Controlling the RTU using SMS message or POP3

Explains how to control the RTU by sending SMS messages or reading emails via POP3.

13.4. Automatic Update of a Recipient’s tel. number

13.5. ReadSMS status

13.6. Get Message in Text Tag

14. Datalogging

14.1. Introduction

Introduces datalogging functionality for recording historical values and events.

14.2. The chronologies

Describes chronologies for 'on event' recording of Tag changes with timestamps.

14.3. The sampling tables

Explains sampling tables for 'periodical' recording of data at fixed intervals.

15. ModBus Transactions

15.1. Creating a Remote Device

Guides on creating a remote ModBus device configuration for transactions.

15.2. Creating a ModBus Transaction

Details the process of creating ModBus transactions for reading or writing data.

15.3. ModBus Transactions through modem

Explains how to establish ModBus transactions using a dial-up modem.

15.4. Timing configuration of ModBus Transactions

Covers adjusting timing parameters for ModBus Transactions to optimize performance.

16. Periodic Events

17. Protection (Access security)

17.1. Access Protection on Communication Ports

Details how to configure access security for communication ports on the RTU.

17.1.2. Monitoring Access Level

Explains how to check current access levels on serial and modem ports.

17.1.3. ReadSMS protection

Discusses protecting the ReadSMS feature using SMS or email.

17.1.4. HTTP Protection

Details how to protect HTTP access to prevent unauthorized viewing of HTM files.

17.1.5. ModBus TCP protection on socket

Explains socket-based protection for ModBus TCP communications.

17.1.6. FTP Protection

Covers protecting FTP server access to the micro SD card and files.

17.1.7. Advanced IP Configuration

Activates features like IP forwarding and Virtual Server for network redirection.

17.2. Document protection

Provides protection against opening TWinSoft documents with a password.

17.3. Password utility

Explains the utility for generating access codes based on global codes and user information.

17.4. Login;Logout

Details how to log in and out of protected communication ports in TWinSoft.

17.5. Deactivating protection

Describes methods for deactivating TBOX LT2 access protection.

17.6. Deactivating protection of TWinSoft document

Explains how to deactivate document protection within TWinSoft.

18. Front panels

18.1. LT2-530-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-530-xx model.

18.2. LT2-532-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-532-xx model.

18.3. LT2-540-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-540-xx model.

18.4. LT2-542-xx

Details the communication ports, I/O, and features of the LT2-542-xx model.

19. Technical specifications

19.1. Common to all models

Lists general technical specifications applicable to all TBOX LT2 models.

19.2. Lithium Battery Implementation

Explains the implementation and replacement procedure for the 3V lithium battery.

19.3. Micro SD Card Implementation

Describes the features and implementation of the micro SD card option.

19.4. Toggle Switch (Working modes)

Explains the function of the toggle switch for controlling the CPU's working modes.

19.5. GSM-3 G (optional)

Details the specifications and operation of the optional GSM/3G modem.

19.5.2. Antennas

Lists the available antenna models for the GSM/3G modem.

19.5.3. Antenna Surge Arrestor

Describes the connection procedure for the antenna surge arrestor.

19.6. RS232 (optional)

Provides specifications and pinout details for the optional RS232 communication port.

19.7. I;O

Details the specifications for Digital Inputs, Counter Inputs, and Digital Outputs.

20. Cabling

20.1. Power Supply

Illustrates the cabling for power supply, including backup battery connections.

20.2. RS232 (standard)

Shows the cabling diagram for the standard RS232 communication port.

20.3. RS232 (optional)

Details the cabling and pinout for the optional RS232 port using RJ45 connectors.

20.4. RS485

Provides cabling information and precautions for the RS485 communication port.

20.5. Ethernet

Illustrates the cabling and pinout for Ethernet communication using RJ45 connectors.

20.6. Digital Inputs - Counter inputs

Shows the cabling for digital inputs and counter inputs, including NPN and PNP connections.

20.7. Digital Outputs

Illustrates the cabling for digital outputs, including load connections.

20.8. Analog Inputs - Current;Voltage

Details the cabling for analog inputs (current and voltage) with 2-wire and 4-wire sensors.

20.9. Analog Inputs - Temperature (Pt 1000)

Shows the cabling for Pt1000 temperature probes.

20.10. Analog outputs - Current

Illustrates the cabling for analog outputs (current) to actuators.

Appendix A. Licenses

A.1. The Evaluation mode

Describes the Evaluation mode for TWinSoft, allowing restricted usage.

A.2. The Dongle

Explains the dongle as a hardware license for TWinSoft, requiring driver installation.

A.3. The Code (License)

Details the license code activation process for TWinSoft.

A.4. The TWinSoft LITE

Describes the TWinSoft LITE version, suitable for limited TBOX LT2 units.

Appendix B. Time in RTU

B.1. Time in TBox LITE

Explains the Real Time Clock (RTC) and UTC time management within TBox LITE.

B.2. Data logging

Covers data logging mechanisms including chronologies, sampling tables, and periodic events.

B.3. System variables associated

B.4. Summary

Appendix C. Plug & Go

C.1. Presentation

Introduces Pack & Go as a tool to build, backup, and transfer complete projects.

C.2. Pack

Details the process of packing a TWinSoft project into a single file.

C.3. Unpack

Explains how to unpack a project file or update an RTU with a project.

Appendix E. ModBus Rerouting

E.1. Presentation

Explains the ability of TBOX LT2 to act as a ModBus router.

E.2. Routing using TWinSoft

Details how to configure ModBus rerouting using TWinSoft.

E.3. Possibilities of Routing

Shows possible connections between different ports for routing requests.

Appendix F. IP forwarding, NAT, Virtual Server

Appendix G. Terminal mode

Appendix H. Precautions In Cabling

H.1. Cabling to Spring-Cage Terminal Blocks

Details connection capacity and ferrule specifications for terminal blocks.

H.2. Cabling Analog Inputs

Emphasizes care when cabling analog inputs, especially temperature probes and GND connections.

semaphore TBOX LT2-530 Series Specifications

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ModelTBOX LT2-530 Series
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