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MGate MB3480 Series

Quick Installation Guide

Version 7.2, January 2021

Technical Support Contact Information


www.moxa.com/support

 2021 Moxa Inc. All rights reserved.

P/N: 1802034800017
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Overview
The MGate MB3480 is a 4-port Modbus gateway that converts between
Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII protocols. It can be used to allow
Ethernet masters to control serial slaves, or to allow serial masters to
control Ethernet slaves. Up to 16 TCP masters and 124 serial slaves can
be connected simultaneously.

Package Checklist
Before installing the MGate MB3480 Modbus gateway, verify that the
package contains the following items:
• 1 MGate MB3480 Modbus gateway
• Power adapter
• 4 Stick-on pads
• Quick installation guide (printed)
• Warranty card

Optional Accessory
• DK-35A: DIN-rail mounting kit (35 mm)
• Mini DB9F-to-TB Adapter: DB9 female to terminal block adapter
Notify your sales representative if any of the above items is missing or
damaged.

NOTE This product is designed to be powered by a listed power source


marked "LPS" and is rated 12 to 48 VDC and 0.25 A minimum.
The device's operating temperature when using the power
adapter is 0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F), and 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
when using an alternative DC power source. If you need
additional assistance purchasing a power source, please contact
Moxa for more information.

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Hardware Introduction
As shown in the following figures, the MGate MB3480 has 4 DB9 male
ports for transmitting serial data.

Reset Button—The reset button is used to load factory defaults. Hold the
reset button down for five seconds using a pointed object such as a
straightened paper clip. Release the reset button when the Ready LED
stops blinking in order to load the factory defaults.
LED Indicators—Six LED indicators are located on the top panel:

Name Color Function


Ready Red Steady on: Power is on and the unit is booting up.
Blinking: IP conflict exists, or DHCP or BOOTP
server did not respond properly.
Green Steady on: Power is on and the unit is functioning
normally.
Blinking: Unit has found by the Location
command in MGate Manager.
Off Power is off or power error condition exists.
Link Orange 10 Mbps Ethernet connection.
Green 100 Mbps Ethernet connection.
Off Ethernet cable is disconnected or has a short.
P1/P2/ Orange Unit is receiving data from device.
P3/P4 Green Unit is transmitting data to device.
Off No data is being exchanged with device.

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Hardware Installation Procedure
STEP 1: After unpacking the unit, connect the power supply or power
adapter to the unit. Make sure that the adapter is connected to
an earthed socket outlet.
STEP 2: Use a standard straight-through Ethernet cable to connect the
unit to a network hub or switch. Use a cross-over Ethernet cable
if you are connecting the gateway directly to a PC.
STEP 3: Connect your device to the desired port on the unit.
STEP 4: Place or mount the unit. The unit may be placed on a horizontal
surface such as a desktop, mounted on a DIN-rail, or mounted
on the wall.

Wall or Cabinet Mounting


Two metal plates are provided for mounting
the unit onto a wall or inside a cabinet. Attach
the plates to the unit’s rear panel with the
provided screws. With the plates attached, use
screws to mount the unit on a wall.
Mounting the MGate MB3480 onto a wall
requires two screws. The head of the screws
should be 5.0 to 7.0 mm in diameter, the shaft
should be 3.0 to 4.0 mm in diameter, and the
length of the screws should be at least 10.5
mm.

DIN-rail Mounting
DIN rail attachments can be purchased separately to mount the MGate
MB3480 on a DIN rail. When mounting the unit on a DIN rail, make sure
that it is oriented with the metal springs on top.
Wall Mounting DIN-rail Mounting

Termination Resistor and Adjustable Pull High/Low Resistors


For some RS-485 environments, you may need to add termination
resistors to prevent the reflection of serial signals. When using
termination resistors, it is important to set the pull high/low resistors
correctly so that the electrical signal is not corrupted. For each serial port,
DIP switches are used for termination resistor and pull high/low resistor
settings. To enable the 120 Ω termination resistor, set switch 3 on the
assigned DIP switch to ON; set it to OFF (the default setting) to disable
the termination resistor. To set the pull high/low resistors to 150 KΩ (the
default setting), set switches 1 and 2 on the assigned DIP switch to the
OFF position; set them both to ON for 1 KΩ.

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MGate MB3480 DIP Switches

Pull High/low Resistors for the RS-485 Port

1 2 3
SW
Pull High Pull Low Terminator
ON 1 KΩ 1 KΩ 120 Ω
Default OFF 150 KΩ 150 KΩ –

Software Installation
You can download the MGate Manager, User's Manual, and Device Search
Utility (DSU) from Moxa's website: www.moxa.com. Please refer to the
User’s Manual for additional details on using the MGate Manager and
DSU.
The MGate MB3480 also supports login via a web browser.
Default IP address: 192.168.127.254
Default account: admin
Default password: moxa

Pin Assignments
Ethernet Port (RJ45)
Pin Signals
1 Tx+
2 Tx-
3 Rx+
6 Rx-
Serial Port (Male DB9)
RS-422/485 RS-485
Pin RS-232
(4-Wire) (2-Wire)
1 DCD TxD-(A) –
2 RxD TxD+(B) –
3 TxD RxD+(B) Data+(B)
4 DTR RxD-(A) Data-(A)
5 GND GND GND
6 DSR – –
7 RTS – –
8 CTS – –
9 – – –

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Environmental Specifications
Power Requirements
Power Input 12 to 48 VDC
Power Consumption 385 mA @ 12 VDC, 110 mA @ 48 VDC
Operating Temperature 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Storage Temperature -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95% RH
Dimensions
With ears: 35.5 x 102.7 x 181.3 mm
(1.40 x 4.04 x 7.14 inch)
Without ears: 35.5 x 102.7 x 157.2 mm
(1.40 x 4.04 x 6.19 inch)

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