AN-X-DCSLOG AutoMax DCSNet Data Logging Module User Manual
Page 6 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Ethernet Cabling AN-X has a standard RJ-45 connector for connecting to Ethernet. If you are connecting AN-X to
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 7 Basic Configuration The AN-X-DCSLOG module captures data from a Reliance AutoMax DCSnet network and passes that data to a compu
Page 8 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 IMPORTANT! Use this temporary IP address only for initial setup of AN-X. AN-X will not function for its intend
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 9 2. Enter the MAC address of the AN-X you are configuring. This is printed on the AN-X label. It consists of six pairs of hexa
Page 10 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 If the AN-X does not enter boot mode within about 10 seconds, return to the previous screens and check the en
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 11 To configure the AN-X to obtain its IP address from a DHCP server on the network, select Obtain an IP address automatically (D
Page 12 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Logging Data Use the following steps to log data using the AN-X-DCSLOG: 1. Create the configuration file. 2.
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 13 TagFile The tag file contains the name of the file that contains the data to be logged: the tag names for the points and their
Page 14 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Examples DcsTest_00_32,00,32,,WORD DcsTest_00_33_01,00,33,1,BOOLEAN Running the Log Service The executable pr
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 15 The header is followed by data records. These consist of: • the tag name • 0 (original value) • date • time • 1 (raw dat
Page 2 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those responsible for the applica
Page 16 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 For example, you can copy and paste tag entries, then change the tag names using tags exported from the AutoMax
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 17 FREDA011,1,1,,Word,4 FREDA012,1,2,,Word,4 PLC-5 Map Some tags exported in PLC-5 Map format: ;TagName,Address,DataType,Slot GLO
Page 18 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Accessing AutoMax Data on the AN-X-DCSLOG You can use a DDE or OPC server, such as RSLinx, to access the DCS da
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 19 5. Check that the driver has status Running 6. Click Close 7. Select DDE/OPC Topic Configuration and click New…
Page 20 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 8. Give the topic a name. 9. Select the Data Source tab, click on the AN-X module to select it, and click App
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 21 13. Click Done. You should now be able to access data using any DDE or OPC client capable of communicating with RSLinx. Deta
Page 22 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Using AnxInit AnxInit is a 32-bit Windows application supplied with AN-X to perform the following functions: •
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 23 AN-X Log Locating Available AN-X Modules To locate all accessible AN-X modules on the Ethernet network, select Utilities/Loca
Page 24 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Selecting an AN-X Before you can perform an operation on an AN-X, you must select it. Choose Utilities/Selec
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 25 The title bar of AnxInit shows the MAC Address and IP Address of the currently selected AN-X. Set AN-X IP Configuration Utilit
AN-X-DCSLOG MODULE OVERVIEW 2 Hardware Features 3 Package Contents 3 Other Requirements 3 Modes of Operation 3 INSTALLATION 5 Prevent Electros
Page 26 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Utilities/AN-X IP Configuration resets the selected AN-X. Use the Utilities/Restart AN-X to restart the AN-X i
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 27 Read Kernel Parameters The Utilities/Read Kernel Parameters command displays various communications parameters for the curren
Page 28 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Update Firmware There are two ways to update all the firmware in an AN-X module. 1. The Configuration/Firmwa
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 29 1. Select the Ethernet adapter that’s connected to the AN-X. In most cases there will be just one Ethernet adapter in the co
Page 30 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 The preferred method is to cycle power on the AN-X. Select the first option on the screen and click the Next
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 31 If the AN-X does not enter config mode within about 60 seconds, return to the previous screens and check the entries. Click
Page 32 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 This command resets the AN-X. You will receive a warning and be given the opportunity to Cancel the command. I
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 33 This command resets the AN-X. You will receive a warning and be given the opportunity to Cancel the command. You do not have
Page 34 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Using the Web Interface The AN-X module contains a webserver capable of communicating with standard web browser
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 35 Troubleshooting LEDs The AN-X-DCSLOG has LEDs that indicate the state of the Ethernet connection, the overall module state,
Page 4 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 USING ANXINIT 22 AnxInit Log 22 Locating Available AN-X Modules 23 Selecting an AN-X 24 Set AN-X IP Configur
Page 36 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 NET LED – Network Status The NET LED indicates the status of the AutoMax network. Colour Meaning Green Receivi
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 37 Updating the Firmware The AN-X operating software consists of several parts: • boot code, runs at startup • configuration ke
Page 38 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Specifications *Parameter Specification Function Captures frames and logs data changes from AutoMax DCSNet net
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 39 Support How to Contact Us: Sales and Support Sales and Technical Support for this product are provided by ProSoft Technology.
Page 40 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 Warranty Quest Technical Solutions warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship or material und
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AN-X-DCSLOG Module Overview The AN-X-DCSLOG data logging module captures frames on an AutoMax DCS network, extracts data changes, and logs the data
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 3 The module firmware can be updated over Ethernet using the Windows utility supplied. Refer to page 37 for details. Hardware Fe
Page 4 AN-X-DCSLOG January 2008 • Configuration mode. This is the mode when you are updating the firmware in the AN-X. • Production mode. Thi
AN-X-DCSLOG Page 5 Installation Prevent Electrostatic Discharge The module is sensitive to electrostatic discharge. WARNING! Electrostatic discha
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