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Anybus® Communicator™ - EtherNet/IP™ to

Modbus RTU/Serial
STARTUP GUIDE

SP2791
Version 1.12
Publication date 2024-05-02
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Preface Anybus® Communicator™ - EtherNet/IP™ to Modbus
RTU/Serial

1. Preface
1.1. About This Document
This document describes how to install Anybus® Communicator™.

For additional documentation and software downloads, FAQs, troubleshooting guides and
technical support, please visit www.anybus.com/support.

1.2. Document Conventions

Safety Symbols

DANGER
Instructions that must be followed to avoid an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Instructions that must be followed to avoid a potential hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Instruction that must be followed to avoid a potential hazardous situation
that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT
Instruction that must be followed to avoid a risk of reduced functionality
and/or damage to the equipment, or to avoid a network security risk.

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Information Symbols

NOTE
Additional information which may facilitate installation and/or operation.

TIP
Helpful advice and suggestions.

1.3. Trademarks
Anybus® is a registered trademark of HMS Networks.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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2. Safety
2.1. Intended Use
The intended use of this equipment is as a communication interface and gateway.

The equipment receives and transmits data on various physical layers and connection
types.

If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

2.2. General Safety

CAUTION
Ensure that the power supply is turned off before connecting it to the
equipment.

CAUTION
This equipment contains parts that can be damaged by electrostatic
discharge (ESD). Use ESD prevention measures to avoid damage.

CAUTION
To avoid system damage, the equipment should be connected to ground.

IMPORTANT
Using the wrong type of power supply can damage the equipment. Ensure
that the power supply is connected properly and of the recommended
type.

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3. Cybersecurity
3.1. General Cybersecurity

IMPORTANT
It is important to maintain the cybersecurity of the Communicator.

Before connecting the Communicator to a PLC, ensure the PLC is

configured and installed in accordance with the PLC supplier hardening
guidelines.

IMPORTANT
To physically secure networks and equipment and to prevent unauthorized
access, it is recommended to install the equipment in a locked
environment.

IMPORTANT
After completing the configuration of the Communicator, lock the security
switch to prevent unauthorized access to the Communicator built-in web
interface.

IMPORTANT
To avoid exposure of sensitive data, always perform a factory reset before
decommissioning the equipment.

Factory reset will reset any on site made configuration changes and set the
Communicator to the same state as leaving HMS production.

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4. Preparation
4.1. Cabling
Have the following cables available:

• Power cable.
• Ethernet cable for configuration.
• Ethernet cable x 1 for connecting to the network.
• 7-pin screw terminal block connector is included with the product.

4.2. Mechanical Tools and Equipment

Have the following tools available:

• Flat-head screwdriver, size 5.5 mm

Needed when removing the Communicator from DIN-rail.
• Flat-head screwdriver, size 3 mm
Needed when connecting the cables to the 7-pin connector.

4.3. HMS Software Applications

Download the software installation files and user documentation from
www.anybus.com/support.

HMS IPconfig
Use the software application HMS IPconfig and scan your network to discover and change
the Communicator IP address and to access the Communicator built-in web interface.

NOTE
As an alternative, you can set a static IP address within the same IP
address range as the Communicator IP address on the computer accessing
the Communicator built-in web interface.

NOTE
HMS IPconfig is only available for Windows.

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4.4. Software License Information

For license agreements regarding the third-party software used in the Communicator, refer
to the LICENSE.txt file(s) included in the Communicator firmware update package zip
file.

To download the Communicator firmware update package zip file, please visit
www.anybus.com/support.

TIP
Have the product article number available, to search for the product
specific support web page. You find the product article number on the
product cover.

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4.5. Support and Resources

For additional documentation and software downloads, FAQs, troubleshooting guides and
technical support, please scan the QR code to visit the Communicator support web page.

You can also visit www.anybus.com/support and enter the product article number to
search for the Communicator support web page. You find the product article number on
the product cover.

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5. Installation
5.1. DIN Rail Mounting

IMPORTANT
The equipment must be electrically grounded through the DIN rail for EMC
compliance. Make sure that the equipment is correctly mounted on the
rail and that the rail is properly grounded.

IMPORTANT
To physically secure networks and equipment and to prevent unauthorized
access, it is recommended to install the equipment in a locked
environment.

Figure 1. Attach the Communicator on the DIN rail

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5.2. Connector Port Guide

Figure 2. Communicator connector ports

Position Port Number Connector Port Usage

A X1 Ethernet Configuration port

B X3 Serial Serial RS-232/485 Device

C X2.1 Ethernet EtherNet/IP network

D X2.2 Ethernet EtherNet/IP network

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5.3. Connect to EtherNet/IP Network

Figure 3. Connect to EtherNet/IP network

RJ45 Connector Pin Description

1 TD+

2 TD-

3 RD+

4 Not used

5 Not used

6 RD-

7 Not used

8 Not used

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5.4. Connect to Serial RS232/RS485 Subnetwork

NOTE
Use minimum 90 oC copper (Cu) wire only.

Figure 4. Connect to serial RS232/RS485 subnetwork

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7-pin connector Pin Signal

1 +5 V OUT

2 RS485+ A

3 RS485- B

4 Signal GND

5 Functional Earth (FE)

6 RS232 Tx Transmit Data

7 RS232 Rx Receive Data

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5.5. Connect to Power

CAUTION
Ensure that the power supply is turned off before connecting it to the
equipment.

IMPORTANT
Using the wrong type of power supply can damage the equipment. Ensure
that the power supply is connected properly and of the recommended
type.

Figure 5. Connect to power

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Power Connector Pinout

Power port Pin Description

1 12-30 VDC Power

Connector

2 Ground (GND)

3 Functional Earth (FE)

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5.6. Security Switch

IMPORTANT
After completing the configuration of the Communicator, lock the security
switch to prevent unauthorized access to the Communicator built-in web
interface.

When the security switch is in its locked position, the Communicator built-in web interface
cannot be accessed, and the Communicator cannot be configured using the built-in web
interface. Network specific parameters, configured via the PLC is still available.

To Lock and Unlock the Security Switch

Figure 6. Security switch in locked and unlocked position

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Use a pointed object, such as a ballpoint pen.

• To lock the security switch, push the toggle towards the Communicator front.
• To unlock the security switch, push the toggle towards the Communicator back.

Security Switch Status LED

Figure 7. Security switch locked status LED

When the security switch is in its:

• locked position, the security switch status LED turn solid green.
• unlocked position, the security switch status LED is turned off.

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5.7. Lock the Cables

Figure 8. Lock the cables

To strain relieve the cables, place a cable tie in the holder and lock the cables.

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5.8. DIN Rail Demount

Before You Begin

IMPORTANT
Be careful when removing the Communicator from the DIN-rail. If not
removed properly, the DIN rail locking mechanism and the product cover
can break.

Have a flat-blade screwdriver, size 5.5 mm, available.

Procedure
Remove the Communicator from the DIN rail:

1. Insert the screwdriver into the Communicator DIN rail locking mechanism.
2. To unlock the Communicator DIN rail locking mechanism, turn the screwdriver
clockwise.

Figure 9. Unlock the Communicator

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3. Hold the screwdriver in the DIN rail locking mechanism while you unhook the
Communicator from the DIN rail.

Figure 10. Unhook the Communicator

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Anybus® Communicator™ - EtherNet/IP™ to Modbus Configuration
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6. Configuration
6.1. Connect to PC and Power

Figure 11. Connect to PC and Power

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6.2. Find the Communicator on Your PC

The Communicator default IP address is 192.168.0.10.

To be able to access the Communicator built-in web interface you may need to adjust the
IP settings, choose one of the following methods:

Option 1 | Set a static IP address on the PC

On the PC accessing the Communicator built-in web interface,

set a static IP address within the same IP address range as the
Communicator IP address.
To access the Communicator built-in web interface, ensure that port
Port 80 TCP is open in your PC Windows Firewall.
Note that when you change to a static IP address on your PC, internet
access is lost.

Option 2 | Change the IP address on the Communicator configuration port

Use the software application HMS IPconfig to find and change the IP
address on the Communicator configuration port, to one within the
same IP address range as the PC accessing the Communicator built-in
web interface.
To download the installation files, please visit
www.anybus.com/support and enter the product article number
to search for the Communicator support web page. You find the
product article number on the product cover.

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6.3. Configure the Communicator

Figure 12. The Communicator built-in web interface Home page

Open the Communicator built-in web interface in HMS IPconfig or enter the Communicator
IP address in your web browser.

The built-in web interface takes you through the steps to configure the Communicator.

Web Interface Language Settings

The default web interface language is English. To change language, click the Language icon
and select a new language from the list. The language change takes effect immediately.

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Support and Resources

If you need more in-depth information about the configuration, please visit
www.anybus.com/support and enter the product article number to search for the
Communicator support web page. You find the product article number on the product
cover.

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Anybus® Communicator™ - EtherNet/IP™ to Modbus Technical Data
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7. Technical Data
For complete technical specifications and regulatory compliance information, please visit
www.anybus.com.

7.1. Technical Specifications

Article identification ABC3007

Configuration connector RJ45

Communication connector RJ45 x 2

Serial connector 7-pin screw connector

Power connector 3-pin screw connector

Power supply 12-30 VDC, Reverse voltage protection and short circuit protection

Power consumption Typical: 90 mA @ 24 V (2.2 W) Max: 3 W

Storage temperature -40 to +85 °C

Operating temperature -25 to +70 °C

Humidity EN 600068-2-78: Damp heat, +40°C, 93% humidity for 4 days

EN 60068-2-30: Damp heat, +25°C – +55°C, 95% RH, 2 cycles

Vibration See datasheet

Housing material Plastic, See datasheet for details

Protection class IP20

Product weight 150 g

Dimensions 27 x 144 x 98 mm (W x H x D) with connectors included

Mounting DIN-rail

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8. Communicator LED Indicators

NOTE
Before you can verify operation, you must configure the Communicator.

Figure 13. Communicator status (A), High level Network/Client (B), Subnetwork 2 (C) and
(D) Security Switch

LED A LED B LED C LED D

Operation Gateway status EtherNet/IP - Subnetwork Security switch

status Adapter

Off No power No power/No IP No power/ No power/Security

address Subnetwork not switch is unlocked
running/Node is
switched off via a
control word

Green, flashing Startup phase EtherNet/IP online, Running, one or more N/A
no connections nodes are offline
established

Green, solid Operational EtherNet/IP online, Running Security switch is

one or locked

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LED A LED B LED C LED D

Operation Gateway status EtherNet/IP - Subnetwork Security switch

status Adapter
more connections
established

Red, solid N/A Duplicated EtherNet N/A N/A

IP address/Fatal error

Red, flashing Invalid configuration One or more All nodes are offline N/A
connections timed
out

Green/Red, Power up self-test/ N/A N/A N/A

flashing Firmware update/
Firmware recovery

Fatal Error and Exception Error

Fatal error: A fatal error causes the Communicator firmware application to crash in an
uncontrolled manner.

Exception error: An exception error causes the Communicator to enter a controlled error
state. The Communicator firmware application is still running.

LED Fatal error Exception error

A Red, solid Red, solid

B Red, solid Off

C Red, solid Off

D Off Off

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9. Ethernet LED Indicators

Figure 14. LED A. Activity LED B. Not used

LED A Function

Off No link (or no power)

Green Link (100 Mbit/s) established

Green, flashing Activity (100 Mbit/s)

Yellow Link (10 Mbit/s) established

Yellow, flashing Activity (10 Mbit/s)

LED B Function

Off Not used

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