Netbiter EC300 Series: User Manual
Netbiter EC300 Series: User Manual
Netbiter EC300 Series: User Manual
USER MANUAL
SCM-1202-012 2.3 en-US ENGLISH
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1 Preface ................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 About This Document .......................................................................................................3
1.2 Document history ............................................................................................................3
2 Installation........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Basic Installation Steps......................................................................................................4
2.2 Factory Reset ..................................................................................................................4
2.3 Connectors .....................................................................................................................5
2.4 LED Indicators ............................................................................................................... 10
2.5 MODE Button ................................................................................................................ 11
2.6 Wiring Examples ............................................................................................................ 12
A EtherNet/IP Implementation............................................................................................ 23
A.1 Client ........................................................................................................................... 23
A.2 Adapter........................................................................................................................ 23
1 Preface
1.1 About This Document
This manual describes how to install and configure Netbiter EC300 Series gateways.
For additional documentation and software downloads, FAQs, troubleshooting guides and
technical support, please visit www.netbiter.com/support.
2 Installation
2.1 Basic Installation Steps
This product contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use
ESD prevention measures to avoid damage.
Connecting power with reverse polarity or using the wrong type of power supply may
damage the equipment. Make sure that the power supply is connected correctly and of
the recommended type.
Make sure that you have all the necessary information about the capabilities and restrictions of
your local network environment before installation.
1. Mount the unit on a flat surface or on a DIN rail using the adapter kit (optional).
2. Connect the slave devices and/or Ethernet network as needed.
3. For mobile networking (EC320/EC350/EC360), connect the mobile antenna and insert the
SIM card.
4. Connect a suitable power supply and apply power.
5. Configure the unit.
Modbus Interfaces
Modbus devices can be connected to more than one interface and/or physical connection on
Netbiter EC300 Series gateways. These interfaces must also be enabled in Argos before they can
be used. See the Argos documentation for more information.
2.3 Connectors
2.3.1 I/O Terminal Block
The analog inputs must be configured for voltage, current or PT100 input.
The digital inputs are of the dry contact type which require no control voltage.
Do not connect power to the digital inputs as this may damage the unit.
The relay output must be supplied from an isolating transformer using a secondary listed
fuse rated at maximum 3.3 A and minimum 30 VDC.
Connecting power with reverse polarity or using the wrong type of power supply may
damage the equipment. Make sure that the power supply is connected correctly and of
the recommended type.
Connect a DC power supply of the recommended type to the + (plus) - (minus) terminals. See
also Technical Data, p. 25.
The USB micro B connector can be used to connect a computer to the unit for local
configuration, firmware upgrades and troubleshooting.
The SIM card must have a mobile data plan and allow text messaging. PIN code security must be
disabled. Additional configuration in Argos or in the local web interface is required.
Insert the SIM card carefully and push it firmly downwards until it clicks into place. Observe the
position of the cut-off corner and the contact surfaces.
Make sure that the SIM card does not slip behind the holder.
An external 3G/GPRS stub antenna is included with the unit 1. Other antennas are available from
your supplier.
EC360
The RS-485 interface can be used for multiple Modbus RTU devices.
The RS-232 interface can be used for a single Modbus RTU device.
Never connect the LAN and WAN ports to the same logical network.
Factory Reset
Keep the MODE button pressed while powering on to reset the unit to the factory default
settings.
Fig. 13 EC320, EC350 & EC360 mobile signal strength LED indicators
Press and release the MODE button to make the top 5 LED indicators indicate mobile signal
strength for 60 seconds.
Do not connect a power source to the digital inputs as this may damage the unit.
The relay output must be supplied from an isolated transformer using a secondary listed
fuse rated at maximum 3.3 A and minimum 30 VDC.
3 Local Configuration
Local configuration is normally not required and should only be carried out when
necessary. Please read the instructions below carefully.
The built-in web interface is primarily intended for informational purposes and troubleshooting.
Argos is always the preferred way of configuring the gateway. The only configuration changes
that should be made using the local web interface are:
• Proxy settings (if required);
• Modem/Ethernet connection mode (EC320/EC350/EC360 only);
• Firmware updates;
• Time settings.
The USB device driver will automatically load and create a virtual network interface on the
computer with an IP address in the range 169.254.200.xxx. The local web interface of the
gateway can then be accessed by entering the IP address 169.254.200.200 in a web browser.
3.3 Login
Enter the IP address of the gateway in a web browser to log in. The default user name is admin,
and the password is the activation code that was supplied with the unit.
3.4 Status
The Status tabs present an overview of the configuration as well as detailed information about
the current connections, which can be used when troubleshooting and when contacting Netbiter
support.
The WAN and LAN status tabs present the current IP settings of the Ethernet interfaces.
The Modem status tab presents basic and advanced information about the current mobile
network connection.
Basic information
Data Connection Indicates if data connection is established
Advanced information
Cellular network type Network type details
Signal quality (3G only) Signal-to-noise ratio of the 3G signal. 0 = -24 dB, 49 = 0 dB
Tower Location Area Code Area code of the connected base station
The Uplink status tab shows the default connection type (modem or Ethernet), the default
gateway and DNS servers for the uplink connection.
The GPS status tab shows if the GPS is enable and information from the GPS.
The WAN interface should be enabled when connecting to Argos via Ethernet.
When DHCP is enabled the unit will automatically receive the settings for IP address, subnet
mask, default gateway, and DNS. Contact your network administrator if in doubt.
A change in the Network settings needs a reboot of the Netbiter and is indicated by a flag icon
near the System label in the menu. For more information, refer to System, p. 22
If you are connecting to the Internet via a proxy, check Enable Proxy settings, select the Proxy
protocol and fill in the IP address and port number for the proxy server. If the proxy requires
authentication, check Use Proxy authentication and fill in the username and password.
A change in the Proxy settings needs a reboot of the Netbiter and is indicated by a flag icon near
the System label in the menu. For more information, refer to System, p. 22
For information about supported proxy types, see Technical Data, p. 25.
To avoid potential address conflicts when setting a static IP address and netmask for the LAN
port, use only the address spaces that are reserved for private networks:
• 10.0.0.1 – 10.255.255.254
• 172.16.0.1 – 172.31.255.254
• 192.168.0.1 – 192.168.255.254
Do not connect the LAN and WAN ports to the same logical network.
These settings can also be made in Argos. A SIM card with SMS capability is required. See the
Argos documentation.
Preferred network type The network type used by the Netbiter (Auto, 4G, 3G or 2G) depending on supported
network type embedded in the Netbiter.
A SIM card must be inserted in the Netbiter to change this setting.
APN The APN (Access Point Name) is the identifier for the mobile network. The APN is
supplied by the network operator for the SIM card.
A change in the Modem settings needs a reboot of the Netbiter and is indicated by a flag icon
near the System label in the menu. For more information, refer to System, p. 22
SIM cards with active PIN codes cannot be used in Netbiter EC320/EC350/EC360. PIN
code security cannot be disabled in the local configuration or in Argos. To disable the PIN
code, install the SIM card in a mobile phone and follow the instructions from the
manufacturer.
Manual configuration of the date and time in UTC for the internal clock.
The Netbiter must have the correct date and time to perform the update. If the Netbiter
is connected to the Internet, the internal clock is synchronized, otherwise refer to Time
Settings (UTC), p. 20
3.11 Logs
Fig. 35 Logs
Shows the internal logs that you can export by clicking the Download logs button.
3.12 System
Fig. 36 System
If a modification in the settings has been made and implies a reboot of the device, a flag icon is
added near the System menu label which indicates the necessity of a device reboot.
A EtherNet/IP Implementation
See also the Argos documentation on how to configure EtherNet/IP.
A.1 Client
Connection Type
UCMM (Class 1 and 3 connection not supported)
Adapter Timeout
1000 ms
Services
The following services are implemented:
Read_Tag_Service and Write_Tag_Service using symbolic segment addressing is only supported by some
PLCs. Please refer to the PLC vendor’s documentation for more information.
A.2 Adapter
A.2.1 Identity Object (0x01)
Class Attributes
No attributes are implemented.
Instances
Instance 1 is implemented with the following attributes:
Services
The following services are implemented:
ID Access Name
1 Get Revision
Instances
Instance 1 is implemented with the following attributes:
ID Access Name
1 Get Status
2 Get Configuration Capability
3 Get Configuration Control
4 Get Physical Link Object
5 Get Interface Configuration
6 Get Hostname
13 Get/Set Encapsulation Inactivity Timeout
Services
The following services are implemented:
Instances
Instance 1 is implemented with the following attributes:
ID Access Name
1 Get Interface Speed
2 Get Interface Flags
3 Get Physical Address
Services
The following services are implemented:
B Technical Data
B.1 Technical Specifications
Product name Netbiter EC310 Netbiter EC320, EC350 Netbiter EC360
Model name NB301B NB301A NB302B – No modem
NB302E – European version
NB302U – US version
Order code NB1007-C EC320: NB1021 EC360 for EU: NB1022
EC350: NB1005-C EC360 for US: NB1023
EC350 (no antenna):
NB1008-C
2G comm. frequency – 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz For NB302E: For NB302U:
900, 1800 MHz 850, 900, 1800,
1900 MHz
3G comm. frequency – For EC350: 850/800, 900, For NB302E: For NB302U:
1900, 2100 MHz Bands 8, 3, 1 Bands 5, 4, 2
4G comm. frequency – – For NB302E: For NB302U:
Bands 20, 8, 3,7,1 Bands 17, 5, 4, 2
Antenna connector – SMA female SMA female
Ethernet interfaces (WAN/LAN) 10/100 Mbit/s, RJ45 connector
Relay output (NO) Max. 24 V AC/DC, 1 A
Digital inputs (DI1, DI2) Dry contact type
Analog inputs (AI1 - AI4) 0 to 20 mA, R = 3.3 %, A/D = 0.1 mV+0.15 %
0 to 10 VDC, R = 1.7 %, A/D = 0.1 mV+0.15 %
AI1 and AI3 also support PT100, -50 to +150 °C (16-bit)
Serial port 1 RS-232 up to 115.2 kbit/s
Serial port 2 (isolated) RS-485 up to 115.2 kbit/s
Supported protocols Modbus-RTU, Modbus-TCP, EtherNet/IP, J1939, SNMP
Max. connected devices 32
Baud rates 1200 to 115200 baud
Proxy support SOCKS (authentication: none, username/password)
WEB (authentication: none, basic)
Mounting Screw mount or DIN rail using optional mounting kit
Dimensions (L x W x H) 92 x 135 x 27 mm
Operating temperature -40 to +65 °C
Storage temperature -45 to +85 °C
Housing class IP20
Input voltage range 9 to 32 VDC
Recommended power supply 24 VDC, 25 W
Power consumption, typical 2.5 W @ 24 VDC 4.5 W @ 24 VDC 2.5W @ 24 VDC
Certifications See www.netbiter.com/support