5201-MNET-ASCII
May 18, 2026

5201-MNET-ASCII

Part Number: 5201-MNET-ASCII Manufacturer: ProSoft Technology Product Type: Industrial DIN Rail Protocol Gateway Function: This gateway realizes bidirectional data conversion between Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet network and generic ASCII serial devices. It enables Modbus TCP master and slave systems to communicate freely with various serial ASCII instruments, meters, printers, scanners and customized serial devices, achieving seamless data transmission between Ethernet and serial ports.

Description

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1. Product Overview

Part Number: 5201-MNET-ASCII
Manufacturer: ProSoft Technology
Product Type: Industrial DIN Rail Protocol Gateway
Function: This gateway realizes bidirectional data conversion between Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet network and generic ASCII serial devices. It enables Modbus TCP master and slave systems to communicate freely with various serial ASCII instruments, meters, printers, scanners and customized serial devices, achieving seamless data transmission between Ethernet and serial ports.

2. Main Features

  1. Support Modbus TCP/IP client and server dual working modes

  2. Equipped with multi-channel independent configurable ASCII serial ports

  3. Serial port supports RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 interface selection

  4. Flexible ASCII data frame configuration, customizable start character, end character and data length

  5. Support timeout reception and fixed-length data receiving modes

  6. Complete Modbus standard function codes access and data register mapping

  7. Built-in communication error detection and automatic reconnection mechanism

  8. Industrial isolation design with strong anti-electromagnetic interference capability

  9. Support real-time online monitoring, parameter modification and fault diagnosis

  10. Compact structure, easy installation and convenient later maintenance

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Power Supply

Rated Operating Voltage: 24 VDC
Working Voltage Range: 18 VDC ~ 36 VDC
Maximum Power Consumption: ≤12W

3.2 Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet Interface

Communication Rate: 10/100 Mbps automatic adaptation
Network Interface: Standard RJ45 port
Max Concurrent Connections: Up to 20 groups
Supported Functions: Read and write coils, discrete inputs, holding registers and input registers

3.3 ASCII Serial Interface

Physical Interface: Terminal block type
Baud Rate Range: 300bps to 115200bps adjustable
Data Bit: 5/6/7/8 bits optional
Stop Bit: 1 bit or 2 bits optional
Parity Check: None, Even, Odd optional
Transmission Mode: Full-duplex and half-duplex are available

3.4 Environmental Parameters

Operating Temperature: -20℃ ~ +60℃
Storage Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃
Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing
Vibration Resistance: Meet industrial automation standard vibration requirements

3.5 Physical Parameters

Installation Type: Standard 35mm DIN rail mounting
Protection Level: IP30
Certifications: CE, UL industrial safety certification

4. LED Status Indicators

PWR: Power indicator, steady on means normal power supply
RUN: Operation indicator, regular flashing means stable system operation
ENET: Modbus TCP network indicator, flashing means normal network data exchange
SER: Serial communication indicator, flashing means ASCII data receiving and sending normally
ERR: Fault indicator, light on means configuration error or communication failure

5. Installation and Wiring Guide

  1. Fix the gateway firmly on the DIN rail inside the control cabinet

  2. Connect stable 24VDC power supply according to wiring specification

  3. Connect Ethernet cable to RJ45 port to access Modbus TCP network system

  4. Connect field ASCII serial devices to serial terminal ports correctly

  5. Use professional configuration software to set Ethernet IP address and serial communication parameters

  6. Configure ASCII data receiving and transmitting rules and Modbus register mapping relation

  7. Download all configuration parameters and complete network communication debugging

6. Communication Function Description

  1. Convert Modbus TCP network data into ASCII strings and send to serial devices

  2. Receive ASCII data uploaded by field serial devices and convert into Modbus register data

  3. Realize remote reading of measuring data from various serial intelligent instruments

  4. Send remote control commands to serial terminal equipment through Ethernet system

  5. Support transparent transmission of serial data and customized protocol parsing

7. Application Scope

  1. Industrial field serial intelligent instrument network access

  2. Factory automation equipment serial barcode scanner and printer docking

  3. Environmental protection online monitoring equipment data acquisition system

  4. Logistics weighing equipment and industrial control Ethernet system interconnection

  5. Building automation serial control equipment protocol conversion

  6. Old serial equipment renovation and Ethernet network upgrading project

8. Safety Operation Notes

  1. All wiring operations must be carried out under power-off state

  2. Use shielded cables for serial signal lines to improve communication stability

  3. Do not operate the device beyond the specified voltage and temperature range

  4. Set reasonable serial parameters to ensure consistent communication parameters of peer devices

  5. Regularly check line connection status and equipment heat dissipation environment

  6. Professional technical personnel shall complete protocol configuration and network debugging


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