Programmable Comm. Gateways
NPort 4511

1-Port RS-232/422/485 Programmable Communication Gateway

Overview

NPort 4511 is a professional Programmable Communication Gateway that makes your RS-232/422/485 devices network-ready, and its programmable nature makes it a value-added developing platform suitable for real-time I/O control and protocol conversion applications. NPort 4511 is a flexible, reliable, cost-effective, and customizable solution that gives System Integrators greater design flexibility.


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Typical Applications
How to Develop an Application on NPort 4511

NPort 4511 System Block Diagram

Application

User Application

SDK

Turbo C and Moxa SDK API

OS

MOXA OS

TCP, UDP, IP

Hardware

CPU

512 KB DRAM

Watchdog Timer

Serial Port

10/100M Ethernet

512 KB Flash


Features

 
  • NPort 4511's programmable nature makes it suitable for all industrial automation applications
  • Real-time I/O Control for replacing front-end PCs
  • Reliable system kernel suitable for secure and long-running SCADA-type applications
  • High speed RS-232/422/485 and Ethernet interfaces for serial device networking
  • Customizable programming for IA communication protocol conversion
  • Can be controlled and managed from a remote location



Target Markets

 
  • Industrial Automation
  • Factory Automation
  • Building Automation
  • Transportation
  • Security
  • SCADA Systems
  • Research Institutes
  • Medical Automation
  • Military


Specifications

Hardware

CPU

16-bit, 25 MHz

DRAM

512 KB

Flash

512 KB

Watchdog timer

1


LAN

Ethernet

10/100 Mbps, RJ45 x 1

Protection

Built-in 1.5 KV magnetic isolation


Serial

Interface

RS-232/422/485 software selectable, DB9 Female x 1

RS-232 signals

TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND

RS-422 signals

TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, RTS+, RTS-, CTS+, CTS-, GND

RS-485 signals

Data+, Data-, GND

Protection

15 KV ESD for all signals


Serial Communication Parameters

Parity

None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark

Data bits

5, 6, 7, 8

Start bits

1, 1.5, 2

Flow control

RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF

Speed

50 bps to 230.4 Kbps


LED Indicators

LED Indicators

Power, Link, Ready


Mechanical Specifi cations

Mechanical
Specifications

Aluminum sheet metal (0.8 mm)


Power Requirements

Power input

9-30 VDC

Power consumption

300 mA @ 9 VDC (max.)


Environment

Operating Temperature

0 to 55°C (32 to 131 °F), 5 to 95% RH

Storage Temperature

-20 to 80°C (-4 to 185 °F), 5 to 95% RH
Mechanical Specifi cations


Agency Approvals

EMC

FCC Class B, CE Class B

Safety

CUL, TUV


Warranty

Warranty

5-Year Manufacturer's Warranty


Software

Embedded Operating System

MOXA OS

Internet Protocols

TCP, UDP, IP, DHCP, ICMP


Development Environment

Development Platform

Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP

Compiler/Linker

Borland Turbo C 2.01 included with license card (SDK is compatible with Borland Turbo C 2.x, Borland C 3.x)

Development console

Ethernet

Software Download Tool

SDK Manager

Debug Tool

SDK Manager

Library

Serial port, Simplified Socket, BSD Socket, System, Flash Access, Debugging, STD C libraries.

User Program Space

Total of 64 KB for code and data.

Data Storage

32 KB Read/Write on Flash ROM.

Max. TCP Sessions

10 sessions

Max. Thread

Single task

Intellectual Property Protection

Software key protection for user program


Documentation

Documentation

Hardware Installation Guide
Programmer's Guide
SDK API Reference



NPort 4511 Serial Port Pin Assignment

 

DB9 Female

Pin

RS-232

RS-422

RS-485(2W)

1

DCD

RxD-(A)

-

2

TxD

RxD+(B)

-

3

RxD

TxD+(B)

Data+(B)

4

DSR

TxD-(A)

Data-(A)

5

GND

GND

GND

6

DTR

CTS-(A)

-

7

CTS

CTS+(B)

-

8

RTS

RTS+(B)

-

9

----

RTS-(A)

-

NPort 4511 Dimensions

Ordering Information

NPort 4511-ST Starter Kit

NPort 4511 single unit
Software CD:
NPort 4511 SDK utilities and libraries, Turbo C 2.01
Manuals: NPort 4511 Hardware Installation Guide, SDK Programmer's Guide, SDK API Reference
Accessories: Switching Power Adapter, Ethernet Cross-Over Cable, Serial Extension Cable, Mini Adapter, RS-232 Loopback Tester, Terminal Block Connector, DIN-Rail Mounting Kit
Miscellaneous: Borland License Card, Moxa 5-Year Warranty Booklet

NPort 4511

NPort 4511 single unit with universal power adapter (100-240 VAC, US plug, Euro plug included)

NPort 4511-B

NPort 4511 Board


Optional Accessories

TB-M9
DB9 Male
DIN-Rail Wiring
Terminal

DB9 Male-to-Male Mini adapter


RS-232 Loopback
Tester


DK-35A
DIN-Rail
Mounting Kit


Switching Power
100-240 VAC,
12 VDC, 400 mA, DS plug