Modbus TCP
Review the following information for setting up and configuring the Modbus TCP driver.
Compatibility parameter | Compatible items |
|---|---|
Driver type | Ethernet |
When to use | TCP connection to a Modbus device |
Replaces Gen 1 driver(s) | Learn more about Gen1 and Gen2 Driver Differences. |
To set up and configure this device in Manufacturing Connect Edge, you will need to do the following:
- Step 1: Set up and Configure the PLC Device
- Step 2: Set up the PLC Device in Manufacturing Connect Edge DeviceHub
- Step 3: Configure the List of Registers
If the device is configured for Ethernet access, find its network parameters. Otherwise, use Automation Studio v4.6.2 software on your computer to configure the device for Ethernet access.
Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
Type | Modbus |
Driver | Modbus TCP |
Network Address | The device address you defined in Step 1 |
Network Port | 502 |
Station ID | 0 |
Note: The address format in this Gen 2 driver is different from the Gen 1 driver (Modbus TCP (Gen1)) for the same device. Learn more about Gen1 and Gen2 Driver Differences.
Name | Data Type | Address Format in Manufacturing Connect Edge | Min Address | Max Address | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D | bit | DDDD | 0 | 9999 | Discrete Input Contacts |
C | bit | DDDD | 0 | 9999 | Discrete Output Coils |
H | word | DDDD | 0 | 9999 | Analog Output Holding Registers |
I | word | DDDD | 0 | 9999 | Analog Input Registers |